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Features a HEPA-type-filter that removes 99% of airborne particles as small as 2-microns so that you can breathe comfortably.
It uses a True HEPA Filter, Odor Reducing Carbon Filter and WINIX PlasmaWave Technology to filter 99.97% of air contaminants
The Set and Forget function allows you to time and schedule the machine - you don't have to worry about air quality when you're not at home.
Uses an activated carbon filter to remove cigarette-odor and other household-odors within air.
Uses its 3 stage air purification system to get rid of Cigarette Odor.The Coated Deodorization Carbon Filter reduces VOCs and household odors from cigarette smoking, cooking, and pet urine.
It’s designed for use within small-to-medium sized rooms of up-to 109-square-feet (10ft x 11ft). It also pulls in dirty-air from the front-vents and gives-off clean air at the top-vents.
Room coverage is 360 sq. ft. AHAM Verified & CADR Rating for Dust - 243 sq.ft, for Pollen - 246 Sq.ft, for Smoke - 232 Sq.ft
Its plastic-housing features Microban-protection that guards against microbial-growth of germs, mold & bacteria.
Its PlasmaWave technology creates Hydroxyl to neutralize germs, bacteria, VOCs, gases and odors
The unit uses a HEPA filter to trap 99% of typical airborne particles including dust-mites.
These will be captured and eliminated by the True HEPA Filter because Dust mites are very small in size - about 0.3 microns in size.
Its HEPA-filter can trap 99% of typical airborne-particles including pet-dander in-order to improve on the quality and freshness of air within your home.
The True HEPA filters will capture 99.97% of all airborne particles including pet dander that comes from your pets.
It uses a HEPA-filter and an optional ionizer to trap and eliminate pollen and other airborne-particles.
The True HEPA Filter will get rid of pollen thus save you from pollen related allergies such as flu, sneezing and blocked nose.
It uses an activated carbon filter and an optional ionizing function to trap and eliminate smoke and other household-odors.
Does not matter if the smoke is from the kitchen, cigarette or wild fire - Winix 5500-2's True HEPA Filter will trap and remove 99.97% of smoke.
Its uses a HEPA type filter to remove up-to 99% of mold and other airborne-particles as small as 2-microns
Can remove mold using its powerful True HEPA system.
This unit uses a HEPA-filter to trap 99% of typical airborne-allergens while its optional ionizing function improves on performance.
The TrueHEPA filter traps 99.97% of Allergens that could make you sick thus make the environment you leave in safe.
Select a lower-speed for continued purification with less ambient noise.
The unit operates quietly while in auto mode - so you won't lose your sleep
You can easily wash and reuse the pre-filter but other filters are replaceable.
Uses Washable Advanced Odor Control carbon filters which should be cleaned every after 14 days; these pre-filters are permanent.
Both filters can be easily accessed through a pop-off cover at the front. So, you don’t need any tools or professional-help to change the filters.
All you have to do is to turn off the air filter before removing filters. After that - remove the front panel by pushing its upper edge and slowly pull forward.
Has SmartSensors that monitor air quality 24/7. So the moment contaminants get into the air you breathe, the unit will automatically increase fan speed to capture allergens.
It can be set to the lowest speed-setting in-order to provide continuous air-purification with less ambient noise (white-noise) so that you can sleep better.
You can easily press the Mode button on the control panel to select Sleep mode. You will see a LED ''Sleep'' light indicating Sleep mode is activated.
Its uses 49.5-watts on the highest speed-setting and less than 5-watts on the lowest speed setting.
70 Watts, Power Voltage - AC120V/60Hz
Its Energy-star rated because it consumes less power even when running on the highest speed-setting. In fact, its maximum energy consumption is 49.5-watts.
Yes it is energy star certified
It features 2 sliding switch controls for selecting between 3 speed-settings and the other switch for power on/off.
(1) Auto Mode - enables auto operation .(2) Sleep Mode - once it's in the sleep mode, the Air Quality Indicator LED light is disabled and the fan speed is automatically set to LOW.
There is a filter change indicator to let you know when it’s time to change the HEPA-type-filter and carbon-filter.
Has a filter replacement reminder which notifies you when it’s time to replace air filters.
This device consumes less power and its filters are very affordable thus making it very economical.
The unit is Energy Star Certified - it uses very little power to clean and filter air in your room. Its True HEPA filter & AOC Carbon Filter lasts up to 12 months and the Pre-filter is Permanent.
This unit is very affordable and you should actually acquire it to receive clean and purified air at all times.
Yes, it is one of the best affordable air purifiers on the market.
Its HEPA-type-filter helps to remove up-to 99% of airborne-allergens down to 2-microns so as to provide cleaner air for asthamtic-people.
The True HEPA filter and PlasmaWave Technology work hand-in-hand to break down allergens, odors, indoor pollutants, chemical vapors, dust, dust mites, pet dander and other related air contaminants
Control this unit with a remote control. Things you can do with this remote control include; turning ON/OFF the unit, Enable Auto Mode and Increase Fan Speed.
The HEPA-TYPE-Filter and Carbon-filter should be replaced once every 3-to-4 months. However, you can rinse the carbon pre-filter well to save some bucks.
Both the Carbon filter and True HEPA filter last up to 12 months.
Yes, it does not emit off bad gases.
Features a slim, dual-positioning design which makes it easy to set on any surface either vertically or horizontally. It also features a compact desktop-design with 2 sliding switches on top.
Simple Design - With a 3 Stage Filtration System
Has a dimension of: 6.34"H x 13.07"W x 9.72"L. It also features a compact, lightweight and multi-color body made of durable ABS-plastic coupled with 2 control sliding switches at the top.
15 x 8.2 x 23.6 in
5.65-pounds which makes it very lightweight and easy to carry and move form room-to-room. It’s also a great choice for travellers.
15.4 lbs
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