Sounds strange but the very device you put in your master bedroom to clear the air may in fact be creating more pollution.The Wall Street Journal reports in today's editions that air purifiers may produce a highly-reactive ozone gas, that while being beneficial as a filter of harmful ultra-violet rays, may also be serving as a pollutant on the ground.Air purifiers have been a source of controversy for years. In 2005, Consumer Reports magazine said that even the best air cleaner can be a frivolous investment and said there was little evidence that the devices will reduce the effect of indoor pollutants for those with asthma or allergies."Ozone is considered a toxic gas by the EPA, and its adverse effects include lung damage, exacerbated asthma symptoms and, at high levels of exposure, an increased risk of death," said the WSJ report.Consumer Reports has reported previously that people with asthma or respiratory allergies are especially sensitive to indoor ozone, an irritant that can worsen asthma, deaden sense of smell, raise sensitivity to pollen and mold, and may cause permanent lung damage.

Consumers have for years reported their concerns about the unforeseen effects of the devices."I purchased a Living Air Flair in 2004, thinking that I was doing something good for my family because we lived in Valencia, CA where the air quality is often very poor. We used that machine almost daily," said Lindsey of Lincoln, Calif. "My son developed asthma about 2 months after we started using the machine."In 2000, a federal judge ordered Alpine Industries, Inc., a Greenville, Tennessee, manufacturer of ozone generating air treatment machines to stop claiming that their machines provide relief from any medical condition or remove a wide variety of indoor air pollutants.A jury had earlier determined that the defendants' claims that Alpine machines could control the ambient level of indoor ozone using a sensor installed in the machine were not supported by competent and reliable scientific evidence.The latest report puts another cloud over the popular retail product, which is today sold by many leading online and retail stores, such as Sharper Image and Brookstone.Five specific products, the Zontec Perfect Air 100, Jenesco FM-1 air purifiers, Friedrich C-90B, the Kenmore K6 85264, and the Honeywell QuietClean, were mentioned in the WSJ report.

Representatives of the air purifier industry defended the products and called for more scientific research.One manufacturer was quoted as saying that he was aware of the health hazards posed by some air purifiers. He was quick to add that he warns customers that they should turn on the air purifiers in their homes when they are away -- either at work, or running errands on the weekends.The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, or CPSC, which has jurisdiction over residential air purifiers, hasn't set ozone limits for such devices," the Journal noted. by Manage My Life I have a Kenmore model 85264 air purifier. (About 2 years old) My unit was shutting off after a half hour of use, with the "Clean Cell" light lit. So I cleaned the pre-filter and cell. Also I cleaned the inside of the unit too. I took it apart and reassembled it a second time. Now the unit stays on for about two hours, then shuts off and the "Check Cell" light blinks. How can I get my unit to run properly again?

Didn't find what you are looking for? OPERATOR'S MANUAL ® INFO - LINE: After reading this manual, if you have any questions or comments on your Kenmore Air Cleaner, call 1-888-277-2810 0M-85264 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.hyla air purifier costo Place the air cleaner where it is not easily knocked over by persons in the household. holmes air purifier model hap756-uo ALWAYS unplug air cleaner when not in use.philips air purifier ac4074 ONEoyEAR FULL WARRANTY ON KENiViORE AIR CLEANER For one year from the date of purchase, when operated and maintained according to the owner's manual, if any part of this air cleaner fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, OR OTHER KENiVIORE OUTLET mN THE UNITED STATES FOR FREE REPLACEMENT.

2 Protective Screens (Only used when cleaning the Collecting Cell in a dishwasher...see pg. 12) Place air cleaner near a power outlet, and avoid using an extension cord. Lock the caster wheels to prevent the air cleaner from moving. These electrically grounded plates hold the dirt until the cell is removed and washed. Stage 3 The Ionizer, when turned ON, adds negative ions to the exiting stream of clean air. This function provides additional air freshening and revitalization. Fig. 1 Front Grill Collecting Cell Pre-filter Air Cleaner... Press the Power Button. The LCD screen and the buttons will light up. The air cleaner starts in Low Speed with the Ionizer On and the Timer Off. NOTE: When any button is pushed, the LCD will have back lighting for 30 seconds. Your air cleaner has a timer function that allows you to select the number of hours you want it to run and then shut off. Press timer button once and the air cleaner will run for 1 hour. Each time you press the button extends the time 1 hour.

MAINTENANCE CLEANING SCHEDULE Your air cleaner also has built=in cleaning reminders to let you know when the Pre-Filter and Collecting Cell should be cleaned. The Pre-Filter and Collecting Cell require periodic cleaning in order for the air cleaner to operate at peak efficiency. The frequency of cleaning will depend on the environment in which the air cleaner is used. 4. Wipe off the front grill with a damp cloth. 5. Place front grill into the air cleaner front so that the tabs on the bottom engage into the slots at base of unit. 6. Gently push the front grill forward until the magnetic latches catch and hold the grill in place. NOTE: When you clean the cell, it is also a good time to clean the pre-filter. 3. Swing out the two handles on either side of the cell. 4. Firmly hold these handles and lift the cell up and out of the air cleaner. IMPORTANT: Be extremely careful and DO NOTTOUCH the fine ionizing wires and collection plates on the cell. 6. ALLOW THE CELL TO DRY THOROUGHLY.

A hand-held dryer may be used to speed dry cell after washing. 7. Carefully place cell back into the air cleaner and swing handles inward. 8. Follow instructions RE-INSTALLING CLEAN PRE-FILTER to complete installation (See page 9). Let it cool before handling. 3. The protective screens MUST BE REMOVED BEFORE placing the cell back into the air cleaner. The air cleaner can be damaged if the protective screens are left on the cell. GENERAL CLEANING To Clean the Outside of the Air Cleaner Cabinet 1. Turn Off the air cleaner by pressing the Power Switch. Then unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. 2. Use a soft, damp cloth to gently wipe dirt away from the cabinet and grills. MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Unit will not start when On Button is pushed. Check to be sure that the power cord is plugged into a properly-grounded 3-prong 120-v., AC outlet. 2. Check the electrical outlet by plugging in a working appliance or test light. For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems, no matter who made it, no matterwho sold it.v i ii i !!