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                        KC-830U
AIR PURIFIER
with Humidifying Function
OPERATION MANUAL
Purifi cateur d’air à fonction 
d’humidifi cation
MANUEL D’UTILISATION
PURIFICADOR DE AIRE
Con función de humidifi cación
MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN
Device of this mark is a trademark of Sharp Corporation.
“Plasmacluster” and “Device of a cluster of grapes” are 
registered trademarks of Sharp Corpration in Japan, 
USA and elsewhere.
Free standing type
Type mobile
Tipo vertical sin soporte
This product earned the ENERGY STAR by meet-
ing stric
                    
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                             Please read before operating your new Air Purifi er Some odors ingredients absorbed by the fi lter may become separated and  may be discharged through the air outlet and result in additional odor. De- pending on the usage environment, especially when the product is used in  a condition signifi cantly more severe than household use, this odor may be- come strong in a shorter period than expected.  In this case we recommend purchasing the optional replacement fi lter kit  FZ-P30SFU. NOTE • The ai
                    
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                        ENGLISH FEATURES CONTENTS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE(U.S) ......E-2 Unique Combination of Air Treatment  Technologies  ..... CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY(U.S) E-3 Triple Filtration System + Plasmacluster  + Humidifi cation  .... FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE(CANADA) E-4 TRAPS DUST*  LIMITED WARRANTY(CANADA) ...........E-5 Washable pre-filter traps dust and other  large airborne particles. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...E-6 DECREASES ODORS • WARNING .................................................. E-6 Deo
                    
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                         (the United States) FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE To aid in answering questions if you call for service or for reporting loss or theft, please use  the space below to record the model and serial number located on the back of the unit. MODEL NUMBER  SERIAL NUMBER  DATE OF PURCHASE  Dealer Name  Address  City  State  Zip  Telephone  TO PHONE: Dial 1-800-BE-SHARP (237-4277) for:  SERVICE (for your nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer)  PARTS (for your Authorized Parts Distributor)  ACCESSORIES  ADDITIONAL 
                    
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                        CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY FOR U.S. USERS SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the fi rst consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the  “Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and  materials, and agrees  that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or remanufac- tured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the peri
                    
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                        (Canada) FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE  To aid in answering questions if you call for service or for reporting loss or theft, please use  the space below to record the model and serial number located on the back side of the unit. MODEL NUMBER  SERIAL NUMBER  DATE OF PURCHASE  Dealer Name  Address  City  Province Postal Code  Telephone  TO PHONE: Dial 1-905-568-7140 for:  SERVICE (for your nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer)  PARTS (for your Authorized Parts Distributor)  ACCESSORIES  ADDITIONAL CUSTOME
                    
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                        T H R O U G H T C S U E S B T E O H LIMITEDWARRANTY Consumer Electronics Products Congratulationsonyourpurchase! Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. (hereinafter called “Sharp”) gives the following express warranty to the first consumer purchaser for this Sharp brand product, when shipped in its original container and sold or distributed in Canada by Sharp or by an Authorized Sharp Dealer:  Sharp warrants that this product is free, under normal use and maintenance, from any defects in material and 
                    
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                        IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the  following: - To reduce the risk of electrical shock, fi re or injury to persons: WARNING  • Read all instructions before using the unit. • Use only a 120 volt outlet. • The air purifi er has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fi t in a polar- ized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fi t into the outlet, reverse it. If it still does not fi
                    
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                        CAUTIONS CONCERNING OPERATION • Do not block the intake and/or air outlet. • Do not use the unit near or on hot objects, such as stoves or heaters or where it may come into  contact with steam. • Always operate the unit in an upright position. • Always hold the handles on both sides of the unit when moving it.  Holding the back panel when carrying may cause it to detach, thus dropping the unit and resulting  in bodily injury. • Do not operate the unit without the fi lters, Water Tank, and Humidif
                    
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                        PART NAMES MAIN UNIT DISPLAY POWER ON/OFF Button Plasmacluster Ion ON/OFF Button Fan Speed Button Humidify Mode Sensor Plasmacluster  Indicator Light Ion ON/OFF  Indicator Light   Filter Reset Button Fan Speed   Indicator Lights Filter Indicator Light CLEAN SIGN The sensor continuously monitors the  air and changes color depending on air  purity. Green Orange Red Clean Very Impure ILLUSTRATIVE DIAGRAM Main Unit Display Handle   Main Unit  E-8                                                      
                    
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                        INCLUDED • Operation manual BACK Air Outlet Handle True HEPA  fi lter (white) Tank Handle Deodorizing  Water Tank fi lter (black) (For humidifying) Tab Humidifying fi lter Tank Cap Back Panel (Pre-fi lter) Humidifying Tray Float Power Cord Air outlet Plug Air Inlet Date Label   E-9                                        ENGLISH                                                                                                                                                                               
                    
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                        Be sure to remove the power plug from the wall outlet. PREPARATION FILTER INSTALLATION To maintain the quality of the fi lters they are installed in the main unit and packed  in plastic bags. Be sure to remove the fi lters from the plastic bags before using  the unit. Tab  Remove the fi lters 1 Remove the Back Panel.   1 Pull the tab at the top of the Back Panel. Remove the Deodorizing fi lter    2 and True HEPA fi lter from the  plastic bags.   Install the fi lters 2 Place the True HEPA fi lter (white
                    
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                         REFILLING THE WATER TANK The unit can be used in the Clean Air Mode without  putting water in the Water Tank. When using in the Hu- midify Mode, the Water Tank should be fi lled with water.  Remove the Water Tank by unlatching the  1 top.  Remove the Tank Cap and carefully fi ll the  2 Water Tank with tap water. Change the water in the Water Tank every day with  fresh tap water. Tank Cap  After fi lling, securely tighten the Tank Cap. 3 • Check to see that there is no water leaking. • Be sure to w
                    
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                        OPERATION MAIN UNIT OPERATION Fan Speed Button Plasmacluster Ion  ON/OFF Button Fan Speed Indicator Lights POWER ON/OFF  Plasmacluster Ion Indicator Light Button To select Clean Air mode, be sure the water tank and humidifying tray are empty. To select Clean Air plus Humidify mode, fi ll the water tank and install on the unit. Power ON/OFF Button • Press to start operation (short beep) and stop operation  (long beep) • Plasmacluster Indicator Light and Fan Speed Indicator  Light turn on/off. • Un
                    
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                        CARE AND MAINTENANCE To maintain optimum performance of this air purifi er, please clean the unit including  the sensor and fi lters periodically. When cleaning the unit, be sure to fi rst unplug the power cord, and never handle the  plug with wet hands. Electrical shock and/or bodily injury may occur as a result. FILTER INDICATOR LIGHT After 720 hours of use  Care Cycle (30days × 24hours = 720) The Filter Indicator Light will illuminate as a reminder to perform maintenance of the  Back Panel/Pre-fi
                    
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                        CARE AND MAINTENANCE WATER TANK Tank Cap Care Cycle Every day when Humidifying Rinse the inside of the tank by leaving a small amount of luke- warm water inside, closing the tank cap firmly, and shaking  the tank. Mild household detergents may be used to clean the  inside of the tank, but detergent should be diluted and the tank  should be thoroughly rinsed to remove all detergent residue.  Water Tank (Note the Water Tank is not dishwasher safe.) UNIT Care Cycle Whenever dust accumulates on the 
                    
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                        HUMIDIFYING TRAY Frequency of maintenance cycle will depend on the hardness  Care Cycle 1 month of the water. Avoid spilling water when removing or cleaning  the tray.  Remove the Water Tank and Humidifying  When Water Deposits are Diffi cult to Remove 1 Tray. Unlatch the Water  Fill Humidifying Tray half-   Tank first, then re- 1 way with lukewarm water,  move the tray. Use  add a small amount of mild  both hands when  kitchen detergent, and leave  pulling out the Hu- to soak for about 30 min- m
                    
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                        CARE AND MAINTENANCE When cleaning the unit, be sure to fi rst unplug the power cord, and never handle the plug with  wet hands. Electrical shock and/or bodily injury may occur as a result. HUMIDIFYING FILTER Care Cycle Once a month or when the Filter Indicator Light is on. Frequency of maintenance cycle will depend on the hardness or the impurities of the water that  you use; the harder the water the more often descaling will be necessary. Pay attention not to spill water when cleaning the fi lte
                    
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                        FILTER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES Filter life varies depending on the room environment, usage, and loca- tion of the unit. If dust or odor persist, replace the fi lters.  (Refer to “Please read before operating your new Air Purifi er”)  Guide for fi lter replacement timing • The presence of cigarette smoke, pet dander and other concentrated airborne particles may  cause the fi lters to become clogged more quickly.  Please check the fi lters regularly and  replace as needed.   We recommend to replace the 
                    
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                        TROUBLESHOOTING Before calling for service, please review the Troubleshooting chart below, since the problem may not  be a unit malfunction. SYMPTOM REMEDY(not a malfunction) •  Clean or replace the fi lters if they appear to be heavily  soiled.  Odors and smoke are not removed.  (See E-13,17) •  The air could be impure at the time the unit was plugged  The Clean Sign illuminates green in. Unplug the unit, wait one minute, and plug the unit in  even when the air is impure. again. •  Sensor operat