AC1715 User manual
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1 Important Safety Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance, and save it for future reference. To ensure the best performance, please ensure your purifier is upgraded to the latest version. You can do this upgrade via the Air+ app. Danger • Do not clean the appliance with water, any other liquid, or a (flammable) detergent, nor let them enter the appliance, to avoid electric shock and/or a fire hazard.
Caution • This appliance is not a substitute for proper ventilation, regular vacuum cleaning, or use of an extractor hood or fan while cooking. • Always place and use the appliance on a dry, stable, level, and horizontal surface. • Leave at least 20cm free space around the appliance and leave at least 30cm free space above the appliance. • Do not sit or stand on the appliance. Do not place anything on top of the appliance.
• The appliance does not remove carbon monoxide (CO) or radon (Rn). It cannot be used as a safety device in case of accidents with combustion processes and hazardous chemicals. Electromagnetic fields (EMF) This appliance complies with the applicable standards and regulations regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields. Recycling This symbol means that this product shall not be disposed of with normal household waste (2012/19/EU).
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Controls overview Control buttons Light on/off button Power on/off button Mode switch button Display panel Wi-Fi indicator Auto mode Speed 1 Speed 2 Turbo mode Sleep mode PM2.
3 Getting started Installing the filter Remove all packaging of the filter before first use. Note: Make sure the air purifier is unplugged from the electrical outlet before installing the filter. 2 1 1 2 3 4 5 3 4 Pull the back cover and remove it from the appliance. Pull the filter from the appliance. Remove all packaging materials of the air purification filter. Put the filter back into the appliance. Reattach the back cover.
Connecting power Note: Risk of electric shock! When you unplug the AC power cord, always pull the plug from the socket. Never pull the cord. Connect the power adapter to: • First, the power socket on the appliance. • Then, the wall outlet. Wi-Fi connection Setting up the Wi-Fi connection for the first time Download and install the Philips “Air+” app from the App Store or Google Play. 2 Put the plug of the air purifier in the power socket and touch to turn on the air purifier.
3 Follow the steps 3-4 in “Setting up the Wi-Fi connection for the first time” section. 4 Using the air purifier Understanding the air quality light The air quality light automatically goes on when the air purifier is switched on, Air quality light color Air quality level and lights up all colors in sequence. Blue Good After approximately 30 seconds, the Blue-purple Fair particle sensor selects the color that Purple-red Poor corresponds to the surrounding air quality of airborne particles.
For optimum purification performance, close doors and windows. Keep curtains away from the air inlet or air outlet. 1 Put the plug of the air purifier in the power socket. 2 Touch to switch on the air purifier. » The air purifier beeps. » The “ ” displays on the screen during warming up. Then the air purifier shows the PM2.5/IAI level after measuring the air quality. » The air purifier operates in the auto mode with IAI displayed on the screen.
Turbo mode ( ): The air purifier operates on the highest speed. Sleep mode ( ): The air purifier operates quietly at a low speed. After 3 seconds, the screen lights off. Switching the display indicator Note: The appliance displays PM2.5 level by default. • Touch and hold button for 3 seconds to switch display indicator among IAI / PM2.5. 3s 3s Using the light on/off function With the light sensor, the control panel can automatically turn on, turn off or dim according to the ambient light.
ambient light is dark. You can touch any button to wake up all lights. Then, if no further operation, all lights will be off or dim again to match with the ambient light. You can touch the button manually to turn off all lights and the control panel. Touch any button to wake up all lights. 5 Cleaning and maintenance Note: • Always unplug the appliance before you clean it. • Never immerse the appliance in water or any other liquid.
Cleaning the particle sensor Clean the particle sensor every 2 months for optimal functioning of the appliance. Note: • If the air purifier is used in a dusty environment, it may need to be cleaned more often. • If the humidity level in the room is very high, condensation may develop on the particle sensor and the air quality light may indicate a more poor air quality even though the air quality is actually good. If this occurs, clean the particle sensor.
Pull the back cover and remove it from the appliance. Pull the filter from the appliance. Clean the surface of the filter with a vacuum cleaner. Put the filter back into the appliance. 9 Reattach the back cover. Put the plug of the air purifier in the power socket. Touch the button to switch on the appliance. Touch and hold the and button for 3 seconds to reset the filter cleaning time. 10 Wash your hands thoroughly after cleaning the filter.
Switch off the air purifier and unplug from the power socket. 1 2 5 4 3 Pull the back cover and remove it from the appliance. Pull the filter from the appliance. Remove all packaging materials of the new filter. Put the new filter into the appliance. Reattach the back cover. 9 Put the plug of the air purifier in the power socket. Touch the button to switch on the appliance. Touch and hold the and button for 3 seconds to reset the filter lifetime counter.
2 3 Put the power plug in the power socket. Within 15 seconds after power on, touch and hold 3 seconds to reset the filter lifetime counter. and button for 6 Storage 1 2 3 4 5 6 Turn off the air purifier and unplug from the power socket. Clean the air purifier, particle sensor and the surface of the filter (see chapter “Cleaning and maintenance”). Let all parts air dry thoroughly before storing. Wrap the filter in air tight plastic bags. Store the air purifier, filter in a cool, dry location.
Problem Possible solution The air quality does not improve, even though the appliance has been operating for a long time. • • • • • • Check if the packing material is removed from the filter. The filter has not been placed in the appliance. Make sure that the filter (FY1700/30) is properly installed. The particle sensor is wet. The humidity level in your room is high and causes condensation. Make sure that the particle sensor is clean and dry (see the chapter “Cleaning and maintenance”).
Problem Possible solution The appliance still indicates that I need to replace a filter, but I already did. • Perhaps you did not reset the filter lifetime counter. Switch on the appliance. Then touch and hold the and for 3 seconds. • The motor has malfunctions. Contact the Consumer Care Center in your country. • If the router your purifier is connected to is dual – band and currently it is not connecting to a 2.4GHz network, please switch to another band of the same router (2.
8 Warranty and support Versuni offers a two-year warranty after purchase on this product. This warranty is not valid if a defect is due to incorrect use or poor maintenance. Our warranty does not affect your rights under law as a consumer. For more information or for invoking the warranty, please visit our website www.philips.com/support. Order parts or accessories If you have to replace a part or want to purchase an additional part, go to your Philips dealer or visit www.philips.com/support.
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