AllerAir 6000 VOCARB - Manual (Page 2)

The 6000 VOCARB
Facts about VOCs
The EPA has found that levels of VOCs are 2 to 3 times higher than
they originally believed.
Many VOCs are known carcinogens.
Over40 different blendsof impregnated carbon available
Chemicals have replaced bacteria and virus as the main threat
to human health in western industrial nations
Dangerous health effects associated with exposure to VOCs
Eye, nose and throat irritation.
Headaches, nausea and diminished coordination.
Liver, kidney and central nervous system damage.
Everyday household products which contain VOCs include:
- Paint, wood preserves and solvents
- Aerosol spray
- Disinfectant. Moth repellant and air freshener
- Hobby supplies
- Fuels and automotive products
- Dry-cleaned clothing
Even when these products are stored, they continue to emit VOCs.
Upon the use of these products, VOC levels are up to 500 times
higher than usual.
Our bodies do have some
defenses against particles
but none against airborne
chemicals.
Impregnated activated
carbon is used in military
gas masks.
AllerAir air cleaners are used
in hospitals, dental clinics,
laser eye surgeries.
Invest in a serious air cleaner:
Help preserve your health
and save on expensive
medications.
Indoor air quality is
recognized by the EPA
as the number one pollution
problem today.
We spend up to 90% of our
time indoors. Half of that in
our own home.
Examples of VOCs often found in indoor air:
Formaldehyde
A known carcinogen found in older insulation, furniture, carpet, glue and
tobacco smoke. Leads to burning in your throat, watery eyes, nausea, difficulty
breathing, and it can bring on asthma attacks.
Mold micro-toxins
These highly carcinogenic VOCs are the by-product of mold infestations
(even when they are dead and dried up). They are toxic to humans.
Tobacco smoke
A known carcinogen found to contain more than 400 chemicals and gasses.
Methylene chloride
A known carcinogen found in aerosol paint and solvent causes symptoms
associated with carbon monoxide.
Ammonia
Originate from cleaning products and litter boxes, these VOCs cause eye and
skin irritation, nose bleeding and sinus problems.