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5/21/08
THE NATURAL AIR™ IS BACK!
Someone else bought the company.
Details available here soon.
7/6/07
Effective Friday, July 6th,
2007, Natural Air Products are NO LONGER AVAILABLE.
Their old web site stated
"due to increasing problems and costs associated with manufacturing operations
in China, we are ceasing all operations effective this date."
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Call 1-877-928-3711
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It includes a UV light and can shut off if excess
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THE Solution for The Most Stubborn Odor
Problems.
The Natural Air™ air
purifier is not a filter,
it is an air regenerator. There is no filter to change or replace.
It does have a fan, but the fan's purpose is not to bring pollutants
and odors into the machine, but to send negative ions and optional
ozone out to destroy pollutants and odors at their source.
- On a low setting, the Natural Air™ can
safely be used eliminating unwanted odors in an area while people
and animals are present.
- On high, the Natural Air™ can
even be used
for disinfecting and deodorizing an area or a car with ozone
while people and animals are gone.
- Does not produce positive ions
- Approximately 1 million negative ions per CC at one foot, dispersed with the
quiet, adjustable fan.
- Adjustable from Zero up to 360 mg/hr ozone.
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Includes
Remote Control with batteries and
Wall
Mounting Bracket.
Frequently Asked Questions about the
Natural Air™
Q. "Since the Natural Air™ doesn't have a filter to collect
pollutants, where does the stuff go that is cleaned out of the air?"
A. Good question. The simple answer is that the odors and gasses are simply oxidized
and turned into molecules of carbon dioxide and water vapor (they
disappear); and the larger air-borne dust, dander and pollen settle
to the floor where they can be vacuumed or mopped up in normal house
cleaning.
These ions are electrically charged particles generated in nature
by natural forces, like the sun and earth's radiation, water spray
and lightning. They are totally harmless to humans. Normal ion levels
are from 1,000 to 4,000 ions per cubic centimeter in fresh country
air, with a ratio of five positive to four negative. The typical
office, however, many contain as few as 20 negative and 35 positive
ions per cubic centimeter.
Ions are short-lived and need constant replenishing. That's part
of what the the Natural Air™ Regenerator accomplishes. The balance
of negative to positive ions has an effect on our sense of well-being.
For example, doctors in Israel have reported that hot, dry “witch
winds”, high in positive ions stimulate complaints of discomfort.
Little wonder that most people feel their best when near waterfalls
and beaches or in the mountains where negative ion counts are much
higher.
Other questions:
1. What is effective range of the
the Natural Air™?
2.
Where is the best location for the Natural Air™
within the home?
3. How long does it take to renew the air within
the maximum effective range?
4. Should I run my Natural Air™ unit all the time
or just when we're in the room?
5. Should I run my Natural Air™ when the doors
and windows are open?
6. In a 2500 sq. ft. house, how many units are
recommended?
7. With the ideal number of units, how long to
purify the air in a (2500 sq ft) house?
8. What is the ideal location within a room?
9. Are there environments where the units would
not be effective?
10. How does the Natural Air™ clean or purify
the air?
11. What kind of filter does the Natural Air™
use?
12. Does the Natural Air™ have a fan?
13. Because the Natural Air™ doesn't have a filter
to collect pollutants, where does the stuff go that it cleans out of
the air?
14. What are ions?
15. Is it safe to use the machine in a baby's room?
16. Will the Natural Air™ get rid of the smell of cigarette and cigar smoke?
17. Will the Natural Air™ get rid of the gasses from new carpet?
18. Will the Natural Air™ get rid of the smell of fresh paint?
19. Will the Natural Air™ get rid of pet dander?
20. Will the Natural Air™ get rid of sawdust in a work shop?
21. Will the Natural Air™ get rid of the mold on bathroom tile?
22. Is the Natural Air™ effective against asbestos?
23. Is the Natural Air™ effective against radon?
24. Is the Natural Air™ effective against airborne pollen and other allergens?
25. Can the Natural Air™ help my asthma?
26. Will a Natural Air™ unit in a day care center reduce the incidence of colds and flu among the children and staff?
27. Is a Natural Air™ safe to use in an elderly person's room?
28. Will a Natural Air™ remove and keep mold out of our basement?
29. Should I move the Natural Air™ unit into my child's bedroom when he/she has a cold or flu?
30. Since the Natural Air™ doesn't use a filter that would show me what it has removed from the air, how do I know its working?
31. Does the Natural Air™ meet FDA standards as a "medical device?
32. I have asthma/allergies. Will Medicare pay for the Natural Air™
33. How is the Natural Air™ better than other air filters?
34. Do I need replacement ozone plates or ion needles for the Natural Air™?
1. What is effective range of a Natural Air™?
Up to 3,000 sq. ft. depending on air flow (an operating paddle fan,
for example, will assist in moving ions and ozone throughout area).
The Natural Air's™ air regeneration process and fan can be adjusted
from low to high, depending on the size of the room and the strength
of offending pollution.
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2. Where is the best location for a Natural Air™
within the home?
In a central location, six feet (or more) off the floor; ideally close
to a cold-air return of the home's HVAC (heating, ventilation, air cooling)
system, or close to the source of odors such as mold or mildew.
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3. How long does it take to renew the air within
the maximum effective range?
Based on environment and movement of air, within minutes to a few hours.
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4. Should I run my Natural Air™ unit all the time
or just when we're in the room?
For best results, cleanest and freshest air, run the machine constantly,
24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The machine is designed
for constant use and only requires easy periodic cleaning for maintenance.
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5. Should I run my Natural Air™ when the doors and
windows are open?
Yes, under normal temperate conditions. the Natural Air™ will remove
air pollutants such as garden and lawn sprays and pollen that may be
carried indoors by the breeze. The device is less effective, however,
in high-humidity, non-air conditioned environments.
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6. In a 2500 sq. ft. house, how many units are recommended?
Placement of units is determined by individual needs and conditions.
Are there pets in the home, high pollen count in the area? How many
heating/ cooling zones? Refer to #2 above: one unit
may be sufficient if placed in the ideal location close to the cold-air
return of the HVAC system. (HVAC: heating, ventilation and air cooling)
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7. With the ideal number of units, how long to purify
the air in a (2500 sq ft) house?
See #3 above.
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8. What is the ideal location within a room?
See #2 above.
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9. Are there environments where the units would not
be effective?
The units do not operate as effectively in a high-temperature/high humidity
environment such as non air conditioned spaces such as attics or garages.
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10. How does the Natural Air™ clean or purify the
air?
The short answer: by replicating Mother Nature's Natural Air cleaning
and freshening qualities.
Part of this process generates negative ions, which
attract air pollutants such as dust mite particles, skin flakes, dust
and smoke. Another part of the Natural Air™ process releases "activated"
oxygen which reduces odors from germs, mold and mildew.
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11. What kind of filter does Natural Air™ use?
The Natural Air™ is an air regenerator, not a filter. There's no filter
to change or replace. The Natural Air™ does have screens which are designed
to simply stop large particulates (hair, dust-bunnies, etc) from clogging
the works. These filters need to be cleaned only when they become visibly
"clogged." Simply brush off the accumulated matter.
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12. Does the Natural Air™ have a fan?
Yes. The fan's purpose is not to bring pollutants and odors into the
machine, but to send Mother Nature's air regenerating agents out to
reduce pollutants and odors at their source.
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13. Because Natural Air™ doesn't have a filter to
collect pollutants, where does the stuff go that it cleans out of the
air?
Many odors and gasses are simply oxydized and turned into molecules
of carbon dioxide and water vapor. They virtually disappear!
Larger air-borne dust, dander and pollen, settle to
the floor, where they can be vacuumed or mopped up in normal house cleaning.
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14. What are ions?
Ions are electrically charged particles generated by natural radiation
from the earth and sun, water spray and lightning. They are totally
harmless to humans.
Normal ion levels are from 1,000 to 4,000 ions per cubic
centimeter in fresh country air, with a ratio of 5 positive to 4 negative.
The typical office, however, may contain as few as 20 negative and 35
positive ions per cubic centimeter.
Negative ion counts rise much higher in the mountains,
some desert areas, near waterfalls and ocean beaches.
Ions are short-lived and need constant replenishing.
The balance of negative to positive ions has an effect of our sense
of well-being. For example, doctors in Israel report that hot, dry "Witches
Winds" high in positive ions stimulate complaints of discomfort. On
the other hand is the legendary sense of invigoration and good spirits
people enjoy in a balanced, negative ion-charged atmosphere found in
the mountains and by the sea-shore.
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15. Is it safe to use the machine in a baby's room?
The Natural Air™ regenerates clean, "fresh air" as found in the purest
natural environments. Do not exceed a purifier setting higher than the
square feet or square meters of the room.
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16. Will the Natural Air™ get rid of the smell of
cigarette and cigar smoke?
Yes Our filterless,air regeneration technology not only reduces the
visible smoke but the odor as well.
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17. Will the Natural Air™ get rid of the gasses from
new carpet?
Yes. Cooking odors? Yes. That musty smell of mildew? Yes. The key quick
removal of offensive odors is good air flow -- movement of the air by
a paddle fan or similar -- over the source of the odors.
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18. Will the Natural Air™ get rid of the smell of
fresh paint?
Yes. Make sure you have good ventilation while you paint, then place
the Natural Air™ about six feet off the floor near the cold-air return
of your air conditioning system and the new paint odor will be removed
in far less time.
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19. Will the Natural Air™ get rid of pet dander?
Yes. The Natural Air™ regenerates the cleansing agents of Mother Nature
to dramatically reduce the amount of particles such as pet dander suspended
in the air.
Actually, most people are not bothered by cat dander
itself, but by the enzymes contained in the aerosolized saliva produced
by cats grooming themselves. The enzyme attaches itself to the dander
which, when inhaled, irritates the lungs. Natural Air™ process removes
dander from the "breathing zone."
Note: The "sparklies" you see in a beam of sunlight
streaming through the window are not just dust and pet dander, but also
particles of skin that all humans constantly shed. Just as it does with
pet dander and smoke, the Natural Air's process dramatically reduces
the amount of this suspended pollution.
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20. Will my the Natural Air™ get rid of sawdust in
a work shop?
The majority of sawdust is made up of large particles which are best
removed by a vacuum or air filter. The Natural Air™ is not a filter.
It's regeneration process will, however, get rid of the odors produced
by woodworking, painting, etc.
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21. Will the Natural Air™ get rid of the mold on
bathroom tile?
Yes. The regeneration process attacks the mold and turns it into a white
powder that can simply be wiped away. Place the Natural Air™ device
in the problem room, turn it on high and close the door.
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22. Is the Natural Air™ effective against asbestos?
The device will not destroy asbestos.
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23. Is the Natural Air™ effective against radon?
No.
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24. Is the Natural Air™ effective against airborne
pollen and other allergens?
In an air conditioned environment, the Natural Air™'s regeneration process
will reduce the amounts of airborne allergens brought in from the outside.
As effective as the regeneration process is, however, it cannot keep
up with the challenge of an area totally open to outside air during
"pollen season". Close the windows and the Natural Air™ will be able
to catch up with the pollen load.
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25. Can the Natural Air™ help my asthma?
The Natural Air™ is not a medical device. Regenerating the air to Mother
Nature's standards may, however, reduce asthma symptoms in some cases.
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26. Will a the Natural Air™ unit in a day care center
reduce the incidence of colds and flu among the children and staff?
Airborne materials, such as those emitted by a sneeze, ride on particulates
in the air. Natural Air™ reduces the amount of particulates in the air.
Natural Air™ regeneration process helps reduce airborne contaminates.
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27. Is the Natural Air™ safe to use in an elderly
person's room?
Yes. The Natural Air™ simply regenerates the natural elements of fresh,
outside air. Natural Air's™ ability to cleanse the air of odors will
also keep the room smelling fresher.
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28. Will the Natural
Air™ remove and keep mold out of our basement?
Mold grows best in damp and dark environments typical of many below-ground
basement rooms. The key to eliminating mold is eliminate the moisture.
This may require the application of some form of vapor or water barrier
to the below-ground surfaces and/or the use of a de-humidifier. A Natural
Air™ unit will help in mold control and it's accompanying musty mildew
odor. See Section 4
"Information Resources".
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29. Should I move the Natural Air™ unit into my child's
bedroom when he/she has a cold or flu?
Couldn't hurt. For generations, physicians have recommended "taking
the air" -- breathing fresh outdoor air and in the sun as a assist toward
good health. The Natural Air™ simply regenerates the cleansing elements
of Mother Nature.
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30. Since the Natural Air™ doesn't use a filter that
would show me what it has removed from the air, how do I know its working?
First, smell the difference in the room where the Natural Air™ is placed.
Second, notice how quickly offensive odors and smoke (as from cigarettes
or the fireplace) disappear. Third, check the next time the sun sends
a beam of light through the window. You'll see fewer "floaties," especially
the sparkly kind of sluffed off skin. Finally, notice how much better
you and your family feel; spirits and energy levels a little higher.
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31. Does the Natural Air™ meet FDA standards as a
"medical device?"
The Natural Air™ is NOT a medical device and makes no health claims.
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32. I have asthma/allergies. Will Medicare pay for
a Natural Air™ unit?
Again, the Natural Air™ is not a medical device. However, if your doctor
writes a prescription for an "air cleaner" or similar description, Medicare
may (and we stress the word "may") approve the expense.
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33. How is the Natural Air™ better than other air
filters?
The Natural Air™ is not an air filter, it is an air regenerator and
does not use filters in its freshening, cleansing process. Filters strain
particulates out of the air. The effectivness of a filter depends on
its ability to stop particulates of certain sizes, the smaller the better.
Pollen, for example,is from 10-100 microns in size, animal dander from
.3 to 10 microns; lung damaging dust from .5-5 microns in size. Cigarette
smoke, for example, is .01-1 microns in size and only the finest filters
can remove it from passing air.* Filters trap particulates in their
fibers or screens. As the filter becomes loaded with trapped particulates,
more and more fan power is required to move the air, and less and less
air moves through it. Filters must be replaced or cleaned to maintain
efficiency. The Natural Air™ regenerates the natural qualities of Mother
Nature's best air. It does not filter it. It purifies by sending its
Natural Air™-freshening agents out into the room and home.
* 1 micron = 1/25,400th of an inch, far less than the
point of a straight pin.
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34. Do I need replacement ozone plates or ion needles
for the Natural Air™ ?
The ion emitter needlepoint and the two ozone screens (plates) are long-lasting. The
screens use superior materials. NO GLASS is used. If the ozone output should ever
become insufficient, new ozone screens are available for only $29.95 each.
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Getting the Most From Your Natural Air™ Regenerator
The Natural Air™ can do far more than deliver mountain fresh air and remove
dust, smoke, odors from cooking, mold and chemicals, etc. It's a highly
versatile and useful tool to cleanse your whole house!
Freshen up your whole-house air conditioning
system.
Put your Natural Air™ unit as close as possible to the main Cold-Air Return of
your system. (The main duct where air is drawn from the house into the AC system
for heating and cooling). Set the Natural Air's™ "Purify" on "High" and the fan
on "Low." Then turn on your AC system fan to run continuously ("Fan ON"). Let it
run for at least six hours and up to 12 hours. Natural Air™ can reduce skin
dander, pollen, even odor molecules trapped within the air ducts. It's like
having the ducts cleaned, only easier (and less expensive!)
Refresh your beds.
Put the Natural Air™ at the foot end of the bed. Make a "tent" over it with the
top sheet. (Put the pillows on each side to help support the tent.) Make sure
the back of your Natural Air™ unit is open to the outside air so it can draw in
and blow regenerated air into the tent. Set both "Purify" and the fan on "High"
and let it run for at least two hours. The Natural Air™ unit's ozone will clean
the bedding. There's nothing better than a night's sleep in a freshened-up bed!
Clean the kid's room and confined areas.
The Natural Air™ regeneration process reduces germs on surfaces in the following
manner-- Place the Natural Air™ in an elevated position facing the area to be
cleaned. Set both "Purifier" and the fan on "High" and let it run for up to two
hours. During this period, leave the room unoccupied as the ozone level may be
irritating to some people, especially children and the elderly.
Clean the bathrooms.
Place the Natural Air™ in an elevated position. Open cabinet doors, shower
doors, lid on toilet. Face the Natural Air™ toward any problem areas such as
mold on tile. Set both "Purifier" and the fan on "High," close the door, leave
the room unoccupied, and let it run for at least two hours.
Freshen your clothes closets.
Elevate the Natural Air™ on a stool facing the open closet. Space out clothes on
hangers to assist air flow among them. Set the Natural Air™ Purifier on "High"
and the fan about half-speed and let it run for at least an hour. Not only
freshens the clothes, but destroys any lingering odor from shoes.
Deodorize pet areas.
Pet bed areas, or (especially) cat litter box areas, often need odor control.
Elevate the Natural Air™ above and facing the area to be treated, set both
"Purify" and the fan on "High," run for one to two hours. The Natural Air™ will
even remove the scent of cat urine embedded in carpet and other floor covering!
Be patient! Heavy cat urine odors may take six to twelve hours to eliminate.
Freshen-up your car.
Place your Natural Air™in an elevated position (the center console, for example)
in your car. Connect with a three-prong (grounded) extension cord to a nearby
outlet. Set "Purify" and fan on "High." Run for 1 hour. For maximum effect, run
the car's air-conditioner on "Re-circulate) for about half an hour.
Sports shoes and equipment.
Put sports shoes and sweat-scented equipment within about three feet of the
Natural Air™ Set "Purifier" on "High," set fan on "Low." Run for 30 minutes to
an hour or until "sniff-test" determines de-odorizing is complete.
Destroy mold.
Molds have the potential to cause a variety of health problems. Molds produce
allergens, irritants, and in some cases, potentially toxic substances. Inhaling
or touching mold or mold spores may cause allergic reactions, such as hay fever
symptoms, in some sensitive people. Molds can also cause asthma attacks in
people with asthma who are allergic to mold. In addition, mold exposure can
irritate the eyes, skin, nose, throat, and lungs of both mold-allergic and
non-allergic people. Certain molds -- best known is stachybotrys -- have the
potential to produce extremely potent toxins that can cause problems ranging
from sinus infections to lung hemorrhage to brain damage.
Natural Air Owner's Manual
SETTING UP your new Natural Air™ air regenerator.
1. In the carton you'll find:
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Natural Air™ unit
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Remote control unit with (2) AAA batteries
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Instruction Manual
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Wall mounting bracket with mounting hardware
2. Select the most suitable place to put your unit. (See
note 1 below) We strongly suggest a location about 6 feet above the floor such
as on a china case, top of bookshelves, and near the cold-air return of your
home's air-conditioning unit. LEAVE A SPACE OF AT LEAST 3 INCHES BETWEEN THE
WALL AND THE BACK OF YOUR UNIT so that it has proper air flow.
3. Plug into wall outlet (110-115V AC). If an extension
cord is required, use only a cord to match that supplied with the unit.
4. Put the two AAA batteries into the remote.
5. Turn on machine by pushing "Power" button, on the unit
or remote.
6. Using remote's arrow buttons, adjust regeneration
level, then fan speed. We suggest setting the machine to its lowest regeneration
level for the first 24 hours of operation. Adjust fan speed as desired. See Note
2.
Now step back a few feet from the front of the unit and sniff
the mountain-fresh breeze coming from your Natural Air™ as it begins to
freshen the room. Study the suggested uses for your
Natural Air™ unit on the attached pages.Note 1: Where to place your Natural Air™ for
regular normal use (when you're not using it to clean your bathroom, closets,
bedding, etc) we suggest the room where you and your family spend most of their
time. If the room has a paddle (ceiling) fan, so much the better, it will help
move the Natural Air™ regeneration elements into every nook and cranny.
For multi-story houses, we suggest placement on the main or ground floor.
Note 2: Control Settings: Every home, every environment
and every person is different, The various settings allow you to match
regeneration level and fan speed to your environment and your use of the unit.
You, your nose and your ears are the best judges of what settings are best. Your
goal is a pleasant "fresh air" scent throughout the room at a fan speed that is
minimally audible.
Using the Unit at Maximum level
- The highest
regeneration level. This setting can be used to deal with a specific problem
area. Square feet/square meter are indicated on the control panel as a guideline
for adjustment. We suggest you close off the room and leave the immediate area
while the unit is operating at this level.
For particular purification needs, see the attached "Getting the
Most from your Natural Air™ page attached.
 Questions, problems, suggestions? Call or E-mail us.
Now sit back and enjoy Mother Nature's greatest gift: pure, healthful fresh air
with a little assist from your new Natural Air™.
Maintaining your Natural Air™ for best performance
KEEP YOUR Natural Air™ EFFICIENT AND
EFFECTIVE
Your Natural Air™ air regenerator requires so little care that
it's easy to forget the simple maintenance procedures that will keep it running
at top efficiency and effectiveness. Just follow the simple steps below and your
Natural Air™ will keep delivering cleansing and mountain-fresh air for years.
Every four to six weeks:
Visually inspect the two air filter screens at the back of the unit. If you see
evidence that they are becoming clogged with dust bunnies, pet hair, etc.,
simply brush or vacuum the accumulation of dust from the screen using a soft
bristle brush (a small paint brush is ideal.
Once a year (or more frequently in heavy or oily smoke
environments), remove the screens to visually inspect and/or clean the
generating plates inside.
a. IMPORTANT! Before doing the following, disconnect the
power by pulling the plug from the wall socket.
b. Using a small Phillips head screwdriver, remove the
two screws holding each screen in place.
c. Remove and clean each screen by brushing. If there is
an oily residue, wash gently with dish-washing soap and rinse clean under a
faucet. Set each screen aside to drain and dry.
d. Visually inspect the two generators, one on each side
of the unit. These are thin, cream colored, rectangular ceramic "plates,"
approximately 1 3/4" by 3". If they appear coated with dust, carefully remove
them, clean with ammonia and water, rinse them in running water and let them dry
before re-installing. Caution: don't bend or drop them on a hard surface,
as they may break. Don't put a broken plate back in the unit.
Contact Comtech Research for a replacement.
e. To remove generators:
(1) Resting your fingers on the top of the case, use your thumb to lift and move
aside the white plastic "hold-down" that keeps the ozone generator plates in
place.
(2) Grasp the top of the plate and lift straight up past the
shiny metal power tabs until it clears its mounting slots. Rinse and let dry. Do
not put wet or moist plates back into the unit!
f. To replace ozone generator
plates:
(1) With your fingers on the back of the unit, use your thumb to pull the
closest metal power tab slightly aside and, with the other hand, gently slide
the generator back into its mounting slots. Make sure that the generator plate
is in both the inner and outer slots.
(2) Lift the tip of the plastic "hold-down" up and over the
generator plate so that it seats in the notch.
(3) Visually check that the metal power tabs on each side are
firmly touching the ozone plates.
g. Replace the cleaned and dried outer screens. Fit the
screen by sliding the front tapered edge behind the outer casing, then swing the
back into place so that the screen depresses the inner safety switch. Insert and
tighten "gently snug" the two screws holding each screen in place.
h. Wipe the outer case with a clean, damp cloth (please,
no chemical, soap sprays, acetone or alcohol), replace the power plug into the
wall receptacle, and turn your Natural Air™ back on.
Wasn't that simple? So easy you'll probably never need to refer
to these instructions again.
Important Note: The generator screens
(ozone plates) are the only
user-maintained elements within the Natural Air™ case. Removing or loosening any
other element is totally unnecessary and will void all warranties.
Deodorizing a Car
The inside of your car will smell fresher than
outdoors after the treatment with the Natural Air.
Tobacco smoke, "old car smell", just about any
unpleasant odor. There will be no trace of either the unwanted odor or
ozone afterwards. It will even remove mildew smells, if the water leak
causing the mildew has been corrected and the car is dry.
How to do it: The Natural Air is simply placed
on a stool in the back seat (or in the rear window) with the ozone
blowing towards the windshield. It is suggested that you run the air
conditioner fan on high during the deodorization process, to circulate
the air throughout the air conditioner and heater ducts. The ozone and
fan are turned up all the way; the vehicle is then closed up tightly,
and after 30 minutes the doors should be opened and the ozone shut off.
You will not smell any tobacco or ozone odor after that.
Thirty minutes is the usual time to completely
deodorize a car, and it is very rare to have
to run it as long as an hour to get rid of even strong or unusual odors.
No one should be in the vehicle while the ozone
generator is running, since the ozone concentration will be very high at
these maximum settings.
About Air Quality, Air Filters and Air Regenerators
Why is "fresh air" fresh?
A big, deep breath of fresh mountain or seashore air. Makes you feel good
physically, mentally, and spiritually, doesn't it?
Scientists are attempting to discover just why it is that, say after a
thunderstorm, people seem so energized. Or why when a dry hot wind blows off the
desert people seem to irritable.
They've learned that one reason for that good feeling is the "balance" of
elements (including Ozone and negative ions) in the air we breath. When the air
is "balanced" or regenerated by lightning and moving water (waterfalls or ocean
waves) our mood is light and spirits lifted. When the air is "unbalanced" by
pollutants such as dust, bacteria, chemicals, etc., we're discomforted -- our
moods are darker, we don't feel as good as we think we should.
The beauty of negative ions
Beside being "mood elevators," negative ions are Mother Nature's air
cleaners. Pollution-bearing positive ions are attracted to them like iron to a
magnet. When negative ion and pollution-bearing positive ion come together, the
combined matter is too heavy to float and falls to the earth.
Negative ions are short-lived. They need to be constantly replenished.
Tightly closed and insulated offices and homes keep negative ions out while
allowing positive ions to accumulate.
An ion generator such as used in the Natural Air™ regeneration process
constantly replenishes negative ions in the atmosphere. These not only improve
our sense of well-being, but remove contaminants from the air.
The cleansing power of Ozone.
Ozone is "activated oxygen," (O3) a form of oxygen that carries three atoms
instead of the more common two (O2). The three-atom form of oxygen is highly
unstable. It seeks out and deposits its excess third atom on organic molecules
it comes in contact with. Organic molecules such as those creating odors
(onions, cooking odors, etc) and other molecules can be "oxydized," --
deactivated or destroyed -- by the free oxygen atom.
As one of Mother Nature's most effective cleansers, Ozone flows freely over
surfaces and into crevices, reducing odors and contaminants. Ozone can also
attack Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) odors emitted from glue, paint, carpet,
plastics, plywood and other composite materials as well as lingering odors left
by powerful household cleaning products.
Ozone FAQ
The difference between an air regenerator and an air filter.
An air regenerator mimics to the fullest extent possible Mother Nature's own
air freshening/cleansing properties. Air regenerators such as Natural Air™ don't
require filters or powerful fans. They send their air cleansing elements out
into the air, rather than pull air through a filter to clean it.
An air filter is basically a screen which traps and holds pollutants from the
air its fan pulls through it. Filters fine enough to trap smoke require a strong
fan. As the filter traps more and more particulates, more and more fan power is
required. Filters fill up with entrapped matter and must be frequently changed.
To truly cleanse the air of contaminants such as smoke and the fine dust that
enters the lungs, a filter must trap particles as small as .01-1 micron. One
micron equals 1/25,400th of an inch. Even then, all of the air in the room must
somehow go through the filter.
Air regenerators such as the Natural Air™, however, make particles larger and
Mother Nature (gravity) does the rest.
Why you should be concerned about the quality of indoor air.
- Air pollution poses a health hazard in forty percent of all buildings,
according to the World Health Organization.
- Twenty percent of all employees suffer major illness related to indoor
air pollution. Illnesses include allergies, asthma, and auto-immune disease.
- Some 6,000 new chemical compounds are developed each year. Many of these
are used indoors, at home or at work. Their fumes join with those of older
compounds, such as the formaldehyde used in carpet and building materials.
- On average, indoor air is 2-10 times more polluted than the worst
outdoor air.
- Virus and bacteria, including those that cause the flu and TB, thrive in
the ductwork and heating/cooling coils of air conditioning systems. Some
HVAC systems have been found to contain up to 27 different species of fungi.
Based on information given at the First Annual Air Quality Convention
sponsored by the EPA, Tampa, Fl, April 1992.
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