Ultravation Photronic Air Purification VHC-Series - DC-IH-0209 - Manual (Page 5)

Maintenance:
The filter media in your air cleaner must be changed
periodically. The frequency of filter replacement is best
determined by visual examination. However, a bi-
annual replacement of the 5” filter is strongly
recommended. Replacement filters obtained through
your installing contractor or local dealer. - Actual
replacement may vary depending on the severity of
dust and dirt particles.
If the Photocatalytic aluminum filter should become
dirty, it may be cleaned with low velocity
compressed air or vacuum only, no solvents or
water should be used. If the Photocatalytic section
becomes wet, allow the section to air dry before
reinstallation.
The aluminum mesh screen on the Photocatalytic filter
is coated using a patented process known to photo
chemically breakdown VOC’s and Odors as well as
reduce airborne pathogens on contact. Under normal
operating conditions this filter should not require
replacement within five years and may last up to 10
years.
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The Air cleaner should never be run with a filter with
less than a MERV-11* Filter.
Using less than a MERV-11* Filter rating will reduce
the effectiveness of this product. It is recommended
that this product be serviced and maintained by an
HVAC professional.
*MERV or Minimum efficiency rating value is a number
assigned to filters indicating their ability to capture
particles and dust, the higher the number the better the
filter. A MERV 11 filter is 40% more effective than a
MERV-8. Be sure that an Ultravation MERV-11 filter is
requested for replacements in this product.
Lamp Status View port
When the unit is on, if light is detectable through the
view port than the lamps are working.
Steps for replacing filters:
Pleated Media Filter:
1. Open the access door by lifting up on the handle
and pulling the bottom of the door toward you. Then
slide the top of door down, removing the door
completely.
2. Remove pleated filter and discard.
3. Slide new filter into cabinet with “airflow label
pointing in the direction of the airflow. Be sure to seat
new filter into top and bottom brackets to assure a
good seal.
4. Replace access door.
Aluminum PCO Filter:
1. Remove the top drawer with UVC lamps in it by
unscrewing the 6 hex head screws.
2. Remove aluminum filter and discard.
3. Slide new filter into the drawer. Be sure to seat new
filter into the rear bracket to assure a good seal.
4. Replace drawer and then screws.
PCO Filter
UVC Drawer
Filter Access Door