airclean instruction manual

AIRCLEAN INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
AirClean
Contents
Safety instructions
Safety instructions
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AirClean components and scope of delivery
Page   5
Operating principle
Page   6
Assembly and startup
Page   8
Operation
Page 18
Maintenance and care
Page 20
Tips
Page 26
Troubleshooting
Page 28
Technical data
Page 30
Appendix
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• Read these instructions before use and keep them in a safe place for future reference. If
this product changes ownership, be sure to provide these instructions to the new owner.
• Intended use: This product is designed for use at home or in an office setting. Use in
production areas voids the warranty. Improper use voids the warranty.
• The air humidifier is designed for indoor use, not for use outdoors. The room where the
product is used should have an area of at least 40 m³ (1,400 cu ft). Smaller rooms are not
suitable for this product.
• This product must be placed on a level surface. Do not install in areas where warmth
is generated, e.g. near heaters, in large, sunny window fronts, or under air conditioning
units.
• We recommend using a protective mat or similar floor covering when placing this
product on sensitive flooring (e.g. parquet) in order to avoid damage caused by scratches
or water.
• Only use the power cable provided with the unit. Only connect the unit to 230 V/50 Hz.
• Inspect the power cable for damage. Danger of electric shock! Never use a damaged
power cable and always make sure to replace it with an original power cable.
• Lay the power cable on the floor so that it does not create an obstacle that someone
might trip over.
• This product is designed for use with the Lechuza AirClean granulate supplied. Only
these special granulate may be used as this is the only way to guarantee that the product
functions properly.
• Only fill the unit with fresh tap water.
• Make sure the unit is connected to the main power supply when filling it with water. Only
then will the filling height be confirmed with a visual and acoustic signal.
• Avoid overfilling with water! Water may leak from the bottom of the planter if the unit is
overfilled and the ventilator is set too high.
• If the unit is accidentally knocked over, first disconnect the plug from the power outlet.
Before returning the unit to service, make sure the electrical parts have not come into
contact with moisture.
• The safety features of the unit must not be altered in any way. A contact-free safety
switch is integrated between the electrical box and the plant liner. It detects whenever
the plant liner is removed from the unit. The water pump and ventilator are switched off.
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Safety instructions
AirClean components and scope of delivery
• The AirClean system unit may only be opened, repaired or modified by professional
1 Planter
service personnel.
• Always unplug the unit before setting the plant liner back into the planter.
• Persons (including children) who, whether due to their personal abilities or due to a lack
of knowledge, are unable to safely use this product should only do so under trained
supervision.
2 Plant liner with recessed carrying handles
3 Water tank with attached system unit.
The system unit forms a single component consisting of an intermediate floor panel with
seals, the electrical box with the AirClean operating unit, the ventilator, the sensor rods
and the water pump.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the unit.
4 Lechuza AirClean granulate
• The unit must be unplugged before performing any maintenance or service work.
5 Power cable (for connecting to the main power supply)
• Children should never have access to packaging materials such as plastic bags.
• The unit must be shut down if damages become visible or the electronics on the unit
malfunction.
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Operating principle
There are two circulation systems:
1. Water circulation system:
Water is poured from above onto Lechuza AirClean granulate, flows through the granulate
and collects in the water tank below. Using a pump, the water is transported upwards at
regular intervals via a hose into the Lechuza AirClean granulate to moisten them.
2. Air circulation system:
The integrated ventilator within the planter takes in air through the perforation on the
outside of the planter and circulates it through the Lechuza AirClean granulate. The air
escapes on the surface of the Lechuza AirClean granulate. The air takes in moisture
from the granulate as it flows through the unit and releases it back into the room (cool
evaporation). Fine dust particles, etc. are captured within the granulate.
Please note: The circulation systems only function when the AirClean system is connected
to the main power supply.
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Assembly and startup
Remove the material used for secure transportation
Plant the liner
Unpack the air humidifier and prepare it for use. Lift out the plant liner using the carrying
handles.
Tip: It is most practical to fill the liner with Lechuza AirClean granulate and plant the liner in
an area where water can drain after rinsing the granulate, i.e. outdoors (for example on the
lawn) or in a sanitary room (for example in a bathtub).
Remove the cardboard from the water tank (used for secure transportation).
Check to make sure that the coarse mesh of the plant liner is inserted properly in both
corners. The mesh allows air to pass through while at the same time holding the granulate.
The factory installed transparent irrigation hose (a) must be inserted starting from the
bottom of the plant liner leading directly to the inside fixing point (b) and then temporarily
outwards.
Fill the plant liner with Lechuza AirClean granulate, leaving enough room for the root balls.
b
a
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Assembly and operation
Planting
We recommend only planting hydroponic plants in the AirClean system or, alternatively,
ground plants from which the organic soil has been completely washed away. For
information on recommended plants see page 26 of these instructions.
Continue to fill with Lechuza AirClean granulate until they are 5 cm (2 in) below the rim of
the plant liner.
Remove the desired plant from the culture pot and shake off any loose expanded clay.
Hold the rootstock into the plant liner at the desired height.
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Assembly and operation
Insert the irrigation hose
Now insert the transparent hose as follows: Ensure that the Lechuza AirClean granulate are
level and lay the hose on top, avoiding any kinks as illustrated. The hose should be placed
close to the corners of the plant liner; if possible, either horizontally or at a slight decline
from the fixing point.
Run the end of the hose towards the middle, straight down to the rootstock.
Tip: Lechuza AirClean granulate are composed of a variety of elements which are naturally
prone to settling during manufacturing and transport. We therefore recommend rinsing
the planted liner (with the Lechuza AirClean granulate and plant) with water prior to use.
This can be done in a bathtub, over a drain on the floor or with a hose/watering can
outdoors. Then let the plant liner stand to allow the excess water to drain.
Finally, cover the irrigation hose with Lechuza AirClean granulate so that it is not visible.
Please do not remove the cap at the end of the hose!
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Assembly and operation
Insert the plant liner
Connect the unit to the main power supply
Lift the plant liner using the carrying handles and place it into the planter. Push the carrying
handles back down.
Insert the power supply connector (a) into the corresponding plug socket at the base of the planter. Then connect the plug (b) into the power outlet.
Check to make sure that the upper edge of the plant liner is flush with the planter. If not,
inspect the upper and lower seals of the system unit for any debris.
Caution, this will turn on the humidifier. See “Operation”.
b
a
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Assembly and operation
Fill the AirClean system with tap water
When the AirClean system is connected to the main power supply and there is too little or
no water in the water tank, the bottom red LED on the level indicator will begin to blink.
Stop refilling when the last LED lights up green. This is indicated by five short acoustic
signal tones (beep-beep-beep-beep-beep).
Fill the water tank (approx. 28 liters [7 gal]) by pouring tap water onto Lechuza AirClean
granulate from above.
When overfilled, the upper LED will light up red (= caution overfilled!).
Tip: Keep an eye on the level indicator LEDs while filling with water! There is a delay as
water collects in the water tank and registers on the level indicator. Please pour the water
slowly and evenly.
The unit can also be operated when overfilled.
A longer signal tone will be heard once.
An integrated overflow mechanism allows excess water to drain from the bottom of the
planter. Caution: Water may leak out!
Therefore: Avoid overfilling! When overfilled, only use the humidifier at ventilator speed I.
Watch for signs of leakage at the bottom of the planter!
Caution overfilled!
Stop filling!
Too little or no water in the water tank
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Operation
The AirClean system is ready for operation when the plant liner, filled with Lechuza AirClean
granulate, is placed in the planter.
The AirClean system turns on immediately when connected to the main power supply. The “ventilator” LED lights up. Ventilator speed I is activated (= standard setting).
Selecting ventilator speed
The push button on the right is used to select ventilator speeds of I, II or III. We recommend
ventilator speed I for everyday use.
At speed III the humidifier works at full power.
Please note: There may be a delay in ventilator activation if the system was filled with
water, if the water circulation system was activated automatically or if the humidifier shifted
position thereby triggering a change in the level indicator.
Selecting standby mode
The push button on the left is used to select the stand-by mode: The ventilator is then
permanently deactivated to ensure the plant receives sufficient water. The water pump
automatically switches on and off.
Press the button on the left again to switch off the standby mode and return to the
standard setting with the specified ventilator speed.
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Switching off AirClean completely
To completely switch off the humidifier, disconnect the plug from the power outlet.
Warning! The plant will no longer be supplied with water!
Refilling with water
When the lower red LED on the level indicator blinks, the minimum level has been
reached and the humidifier will switch off. The plant will no longer be supplied with
water and may dry out.
To refill, use a watering can to pour fresh tap water directly onto the granulate. While
refilling with tap water, be sure to pay attention to the level indicator LEDs! Stop refilling when the last LED lights up green. This is indicated by five short acoustic
signal tones (beep-beep-beep-beep-beep).
Avoid overfilling! When overfilled, the upper LED will light up red and a longer signal
tone will be heard. Please observe the instructions above!
Tip: Pour the water slowly and evenly. There is a delay as water collects in the water
reservoir and registers on the level indicator.
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Maintenance and care
Remove the plant liner with the Lechuza AirClean granulate (and plant) from the planter
using the carrying handles and place it on a drain or similar area. Rinse the Lechuza AirClean granulate thoroughly, washing away any debris that has collected there.
Maintenance intervals
We recommend cleaning the water tank once a month.
Tip: Perform maintenance work when the level indicator is at the minimum level; the
water tank will be easier to remove. It is most practical to perform maintenance work in an
area where water can drain later after rinsing the Lechuza AirClean granulate, i. e. outdoors
(for example on the lawn) or in a sanitary room (for example in a bathtub).
Maintenance
First disconnect the plug from the power outlet (a). Then remove the power supply
connector from the plug socket at the base of the planter (b).
!
We recommend replacing the granulate completely every two years, cleaning the plant liner
and then replanting the plant in new Lechuza AirClean granulate (see page 10 “Planting”).
Tip: When removing the plant liner, the water tank should be almost empty so that it is light.
Use a short piece of hose to allow the water to drain from the water tank.
a
b
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Maintenance and care
Remove the water tank and system unit completely from the planter using the carrying
handles.
The system unit can now be carefully lifted out of the planter and placed on the floor. Do not bend the long sensor rods that hang from the system unit!
The electrical cable is located on the outside of the water tank. This cable must be
disconnected by first loosening the plug socket (a) on the corner and then pulling out the
connection from the fixing points (b).
Clean the water tank. Remove any lime scale deposits using a household vinegar solution,
then cleanse the container using a household disinfectant. Rinse thoroughly with water.
Before replacing the unit, clean the sealing surfaces on the top and bottom of the unit (a).
Make sure there is absolutely no debris on the sealing surfaces!
a
b
a
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Place the system unit back into the water tank (a). Caution, do not bend the sensor rods!
The water pump must be placed in the intended fixing points, located on the base of the
water tank (b).
Press the electrical cable and connector into the fixing points located on the outside of the
water tank (c). The angled corners of the plug socket must point downwards; only then has
the socket been properly inserted (d)!
With both hands pointing outwards, hold the water tank with the system unit using the
carrying handles and place it into the planter. Caution, danger of pinching! Insert the power
supply connector into the corresponding plug socket at the base of the planter. Do not
connect to the power supply at this point!
Set the plant liner back into the planter. The upper edge of the plant liner must be flush with the planter. If not, inspect the upper and lower seals of the system unit for any debris.
Once the unit is connected to the main power supply, the maintenance activities are
complete and the humidifier is ready for operation once again.
a
d
c
b
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Tips
Planting
Hydroponic plants are ideal for planting. It is very important that the hydroponic pot and the expanded clay on the root system (as far as possible) are removed before planting the
plant in the AirClean system.
Use plants with a hydroponic pot size ranging from 15–20 cm (6–8 in) in the AirClean
system.
Cut the root ends as usual. The plant will then begin to grow fresh roots again in its new
environment.
When choosing a plant, please note that the plant should not be taller than the air
humidifier itself.
Here is a small selection of hydroponic plants:
– Spathiphyllum Sensation
– Sansevieria
– Raphis Excelsa
– Aglaonema
– Yucca Elephantipes
– Zamioculcas
– Dracaena fragrans
and many other similar plants.
Longer periods of absence / Vacation
If the humidifier is left unattended for several weeks, stand-by mode is activated: The
ventilator remains deactivated to ensure the plant receives sufficient water. The water
reservoir should be filled up to the last green LED. In addition, we also recommend storing
the unit in a shady area.
The AirClean system must remain connected to the main power supply.
Stand-by mode in the summer
If the air cleaning function is not used for long periods (e.g. during the summer), only fill the
water tank with 10–14 liters (2.6–3.6 gal) of water (until the second green LED lights up) and
switch the unit to stand-by mode. The ventilator remains deactivated to ensure the plant
receives sufficient water.
Removing the AirClean system from service entirely
If you are no longer planning to use the humidifier, please clean the unit according to the
instructions outlined under “Maintenance” and do not refill it.
Rinse the Lechuza AirClean granulate thoroughly and store in the plant liner (without the
plant) for later use.
In general, plants in organic soil are also suitable for Lechuza AirClean granulate. For these
types of plants it is important that the root balls are cleaned completely free of dirt. Cut the
root ends.
Fertilizer
Fertilizer is not recommended.
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Troubleshooting
Ventilator speed II and III have been set but you still cannot hear the ventilator
immediately?
For technical reasons, a delay was built in to ensure that the water can drain off before the
ventilator begins operating whenever water is added, when the pump is operating or when
there is a change in the level indicator.
The LEDs no longer illuminate?
Please check whether the power supply connector is correctly inserted in the plug socket
at the base of the planter.
The upper and lower red LEDs on the level indicator are both illuminated?
This is an error message. The sensor rods require cleaning.
There is leakage at the bottom of the planter?
1) The AirClean water tank is overfilled.
It is important to stop filling when you hear the five short signal tones. The last green LED
will light up. If you continue to fill the unit, a longer signal tone will be heard and the upper
red LED on the level indicator will light up.
2) There is debris on the seals of the system unit.
When fitting the system unit be sure that the sealing surfaces on the top and bottom
of the system unit are clean. If a pellet becomes lodged in the system, the seals will no
longer work properly. Water leaks during pump operation.
A large amount of water needs to be filled before the third and fourth LEDs register?
The distribution of the individual level indicators is not arranged in a linear fashion. At the
minimum and maximum filling levels the AirClean system responds quickly to changes in
the water level. For users the advantage here is that the entire volume can be used as a
reservoir.
You occasionally hear dripping coming from inside the unit?
Depending on whether ventilator speed I, II or III is selected, the water pump is turned on
for 2 minutes after 2, 4 or 6 hours, respectively. This is necessary in order to moisten the
Lechuza AirClean granulate and to provide the plant with water.
The humidifier is loud when ventilator speed I is selected?
Please check whether only Lechuza AirClean granulate were used. This is especially
important whenever the granulate have been replaced.
The plant liner is not flush with the planter after insertion?
There are impurities (e.g. pellets) on the sealing surfaces of the system unit. Please remove.
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Technical data
Appendix
Type
LLB 40
Airflow rate
Level I approx. 30 m (1,060 cu ft)
Level II approx. 40 m3 (1,413 cu ft)
Level II approx. 80 m3 (2,825 cu ft)
Humidification
Level I approx. 3 l (0.8 gal) / day (at 77 °F, 30 % relative humidity)
Level II approx. 4 l (1 gal) / day (at 77 °F, 30 % relative humidity)
Level III approx. 7 l (2 gal) / day (at 77 °F, 30 % relative humidity)
Sound emission
Level l approx. 33 db
Level Il approx. 40 db
Level IlI approx. 49 db
Water reservoir
approx. 28 liters (7 gallons)
Capacity
approx. 26 liters (6.8 gallons) – Lechuza AirClean granulate
Electrical connections
230 V AC/50 Hz
Power consumption
Level l 25 W
Level Il 30 W
Level IlI 40 W
Standby approx. 3.5 W
Dimensions
400 x 400 x 770 mm (15.75 x 15.75 x 30.32 in)
Weight
approx. 11 kg (24 lbs) (without water and granulate)
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Warranty
The legal warranty provided by the manufacturer applies.
Spare parts /Customer service
For more information contact your AirClean dealer, visit us on the Internet at
www.lechuza.com or contact us at the following address:
geobra Brandstätter GmbH & Co. KG
LECHUZA Division
Brandstätterstr. 2–10, 90513 Zirndorf, Germany
Environmental protection / WEEE
Once this product has reached the end of its life cycle it may not be disposed of with
regular household waste, but must be brought to a collection point for recycling of
electrical and electronic devices. This is indicated by the symbol on the product, the
instructions or the packaging. The materials can be recycled according to their labeling.
You can make an important contribution to protecting our environment by reusing
products, recycling their materials or engaging in other forms of recycling of old appliances.
Please ask your local municipal administration authority where to find the nearest disposal
facility in your area.
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Patent Pending
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