Question 1

Is it possible to turn off the plama ionizer?

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Thank you for providing the information for turning the ionizer off.

For those wondering why you would turn this off, it is not becasue of the smell (it is actually suppose to remove smells), it is becasue it creates a *small* amount of ozone which can be potentially harmful especially to those with lung problems, the young and old or those with compromised immune systems. It can weaken the immune system and make allergy and asthma symptoms worse for those who suffer.

The EPA lists ozone as a hazardous air pollutant. It does occur naturally, but that doesnt make it safe at all. The levels are listed as

Good: 0-50 PPB (parts per billion)
Moderate: 51-100
Disruptive: 101-150
Unhealthy: 151-200
Very unhealthy:201-250
Anything above this is very hazardous to your health.

The healthy oxygen we breathe is actually dioxygen (2 oxygen molecules), ozone is is trioxygen (3 oxygen molecules). The 3rd oxygen molecule is unstable and wants to attach to something else (it feels like the ultimate 3rd wheel lol) however it will essentially destroy what it attaches to like dust, dander, mold, but also it will attach to anything it can and destroy the cell wall (including irritating and damaging soft lung tissue).

The FDA now require purifiers produce a maximum of 50 parts per billion of ozone. We breathe in small amounts of ozone all the time. You see or hear of the air pollution  warnings often in heavily populated areas and it increases in the summer and high heat.

There are so many things that we breathe as well as ozone that are harmful to us, especially in larger amounts. Many occur naturally but humans and our technology and inventions are making it worse.

So I personally do not see the benefit in adding to the problem we are often creating, with a product that can add further to the issue if I don't have to, instead if you can buy a TRUE Hepa filter air purifier for nearly all home purification needs which will do a much better job.

(There are places and times where it is beneficial and also some places where necessary to use ionic purifiers.)

I am the first to want to save a buck and have something I do not have to replace things like filters, but after a ton of research and my knowledge this is a place I'm willing to give. TRUE HEPA filter air purifier seems worth it 100%

Here is more great information (note the second link is focusing on OZONE generators which release dangerous levels of ozone, somewhat similar to ionization purifiers but it is done outside of the unit and on a much higher level)

https://moderncastle.com/air-ionizer-dangers/

https://www.oransi.com/page/ozone-air-purifier

https://www.airnow.gov/index.cfm?action=pubs.aqiguideozone

Question 2

The black one is $100. more than the white one, yet they are listed as if they are one of the same.  Why?

Accepted Answer

The black one is a 290; Fellowes 9286201 AeraMax 290 Large Room Air Purifier for Allergies, Asthma and Flu with True HEPA Filter and 4-Stage Purification.
The white one is a 300; AeraMax 300 Large Room Air Purifier Mold, Odors, Dust, Smoke, Allergens and Germs with True HEPA Filter and 4-Stage Purification, they're both made by Fellowes.

Question 3

you have 3 items purchased together. Does unit come with 3 filters? why extra 4 pack filter plus extra true hepa filters?

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It comes with 2 filters, one is paper hepa. The other is charcoal. Life of filters, should be 3 months for charcoal, 1 year for paper. I have owned unit about 2 months. There are filter lights to indicate when filters need to be changed. I am happy with the unit so far.

Question 4

How do you reset the carbon filter light after changing the filter? I can't find my manual.

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Here's the directions to reset the filter light (either the HEPA and/or Carbon Filter):  Taken from the Fellowes website.*Locate the filter replacement icon on the display panel*Press & hold the filter replacement icon for 3 seconds until the unit beeps.  Filter icon will flash amber.  Press filter icon area to alternate between HEPA and Carbon.*Once desired filter is illuminated, press & hold for 3-5 seconds.  A short beep will be heard and the light should turn off.  Repeat process for each filter as needed.

ASIN	B00DNJZ9RO
Best Sellers Rank	#1,478,601 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #6,880 in Air Purifier Filters
Brand Name	Fellowes
Color	Black
Contaminant Filtration Capability	dust, odors, pet_dander, pollen, smoke, volatile_organic_compounds_(vocs)
Control Method	Touch
Controller Type	Button Control
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (2,466)
Filter Class	HEPA and Carbon
Filter Type	HEPA
Floor Area	1608 Square Feet
Global Trade Identification Number	00043859651559
Included Components	Air Purifier, Carbon pre-filter, True HEPA Filter
Item Dimensions D x W x H	9.1"D x 16.1"W x 25.2"H
Item Type Name	Air Purifier
Item Weight	13.8 Pounds
Manufacturer	Fellowes
Model Number	9286201
Noise Level	60 Decibels
Part Number	9286201
Particle Retention Size	0.3 Micron
Power Source	Corded Electric
Special Features	Air Purifier
UPC	043859651559
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Warranty Description	3 Year Limited
Wattage	86 watts

Fellowes AeraMax 290 Air Purifier Mold, Odors, Dust, Smoke, Allergens and Germs with True HEPA Filter and 4-Stage Purification, Large Room 300-600 sq. ft., Black

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