Product Description

IQAir HealthPro Plus removes tobacco smoke, allergens, bacteria, dander, dust, germs, viruses, oil smoke, fumes and smog. Free shipping in the continental USA. The HealthPro Plus contains a revolutionary V5-Cell gas filtration technology. This filter offers excellent reduction of tobacco smoke, cooking odors and low concentrations of volatile organic compounds from building materials or cleaning agents. The V5-Cell module contains 5 pounds of activated carbon based absorbent media that filters gas and odors. While most HEPA air purifiers capture particles as small as 0.3 microns the HealthPro removes particles 0.16 microns in size at 99.5% efficiency. The HealthPro is effective in removing viruses, tobacco smoke, house dust mite allergens, bacteria, germs, cat allergens, oil smoke, fumes and smog. The ability to remove very small particles sets the IQAir HealthPro and HealthPro Plus above other air purifiers. ... Read more

Features

• Rated the most effective air cleaner for allergies by Germany's consumer foundation .
• Quietly cleans up to 900 sq. ft. room. No harmful ozone.
• Remote control, integrated timer and filter life monitor.
• Uses same Hyper HEPA technology used in clean rooms and hospitals.
• Remote control, integrated timer and filter life monitor.

Features

• Digital thermostat with LCD display
• PTC ceramic thermal cut-off with buzzer
• Motorized oscillating body swivels from side to side, allowing you to warm every corner of the room
• Timer with double function.This timer conveniently allows you to program two different times so you can set for the morning and night.
• Convenient foot switch lets you control the oscillation without bending down

Reviews (1)

Versatile unit beats the rest
I'll start with what caused me to give it only 4 stars - which are really only nits.

First, the LCD display is very hard to read unless you pick up the unit and are looking at it straight on.In a dim room forget about it.They could/should have done away with the curved plastic and added a light.

Second, there's a slight ticking sound when its in oscelation mode when it gets to the extreme left of its cycling.

Ok, now that that's out of the way ... I love the variable thermostat.The LCD display shows the temperature at which it'll come on.I like knowing the temp and not just some vague high, medium, low setting.We like to keep our house at a certain temp in the winter, but some rooms don't heat as well as others and this easily gets a room up to temp.Our son adjusted the temp dial and before long the room was really really warm - a testement to its heating capabilities.

I'm here shopping for a second one. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Quiet and built of durable plastic, the Vornado whole room aircirculator circulates air throughout a room at home or the office. Use it aloneto circulate heat evenly throughout a room in winter or with an air conditionerto cool in the summer. Its 85-watt motor combines with a deep-pitch propellerand a cunning grill design to move air in a tight beam. Its head pivots fromhorizontal to straight up. It has a three-speed control, stands 14 inches high,has a 12-inch-diameter head, weighs 7 pounds, and carries a lifetime warrantyagainst defects. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• Removable airTensity grill focuses air into a tight beam, traveling up to 75 feet
• Inlet air accelerator initiates Vornado's vortex action surrounding you in comfort by circulating the air in the room
• Deep pitch propeller takes a big bite of air
• Innovative air guide improves propeller efficiency; variable speeds control for any circulation need
• Whisper quiet operation

Reviews (35)

A Mighty Wind!
...This little fan lives up to it's reputation. My husband is one of those types who has to have a fan circulating air all year long in our stuffy bedroom - (even in the winter & we live in Wisconsin!) & the Vornado 610W does the job beautifully. The lowest setting is quiet and comfortable on all but the hottest of eves, when the medium speed, coupled with our air conditioner, works just fine. The best part is that you don't have to have it blowing right on you to feel the effects -- the air in the whole room circulates very efficiently. Well worth the money & if you are short on space, this unit fits just about anywhere - floor, table, or window ledge.

ACTUALLY DOES WHAT IT IS SUPPOSED TO!
We have a 65 year-old home with poor circulation in the 2 upstairs bedrooms; they're always 5 degrees warmer in the summer and 5 degrees colder in the winter than the rest of the house. A heating and cooling company was going to charge almost $1,000 to put booster fans in the ductwork. Out of desperation (and I'm a cheapskate also) I bought 2 of these 610W Vornados, and placed them over the floor ducts, and Viola', it fixed the problem (3 degrees better, anyways).
My Mom has had the 500 series fan for about 10 years, but it doesn't circulate nearly as much air, and the bearings don't have a lifetime guarantee like the 610W, and, sure enough, they finally failed this past summer... So the 610W is well worth the extra $15 or $20 bucks to get better airflow and lifetime bearings.
Our rooms are 12' x 12', and this fan does a great job; I suspect that, if you have a larger room, the 750 series would do a better job than this one.
Another side benefit of the 610W is just enough background hum with the fan running (24/7 in our home)to block out the constant traffic noise from the major highway we live off of: the kids sleep much better now. This is truly a great product!

Small & Powerful
I love this light weight, powerful little fan! The first time I turned it on, I had my face square in front of it and it literally took my breath away! It does a fantastic job of circulating the air and cooling the room(s). I also like the fact that it is light weight enough to easily move and small enough to fit just about anywhere. Very definitely a good buy!

Keeps me cool
Its pricy yes, but it keeps me cool whenever I need to be cool. And I am not a small guy either. It will keep you cool, its quiet, and doesn't get overheated (if you touch a box fan in the back you will burn your hand...if you don't believe me...try it). I used it in college and now I am using it at home and it provided great circulation in both places. How versatile! Great fan but didn't give it a five because of the price but if you don't mind the price, a must buy!

Fan - low air flow for the high cost
I am using this fan for about a month. True it is quite, tilt-able and small but it also lacks the ability to create a strong airflow for the high cost. I bought this fan when my 5yr old box fan, cost about $15, stopped running. The box fan created at least 2x the airflow for much less cost. The reviews give an impression that this fan produces a strong airflow - not in my estimation. ... Read more

Features

• 12.625 x 20.094 x 29.531, weighs 75.3 lbs.
• 8 hour auto shut-off timer
• 2 cooling and 2 fan speeds
• Multi-directional air flow
• Rotary control thermostat

Product Description

This efficient air humidification technology of the Air-O-Swiss 7133 humidifier uses high-frequency vibration to generate a micro-fine mist. A fan blows the mist into the room where it immediately evaporates. When operated with the pre-heating function, the water is heated to 180°F before it enters the nebulizer chamber. The mist exits the appliance at a comfortable temperature of 100°F. This has the advantage that the room temperature will not fall, and additionally the water can be kept cleaner. Tri-band microbial protection (Ionic Silver Stick, Pre-heating, Ultrasonic System) Patented Ionic Silver Stick uses aqueous silver ions to prevent and control microbial growth for up to one year of continuous useLearn more about Ionic Silver Stick technology! Choose cool or warm (100°F) humidification    - Ambient temperature is not cooled down*    - Improved system to keep the water clean* Powerful and exchangeable demineralization cartridge prevents white dust Modern design Built-in hygrostat for controlled humidification    - Variable intensity control button    - Removable transparent water tank (water level clearly visible) Powerful and exchangeable demineralization cartridge Quiet operation Easy-to-clean and handle For home and office Detachable transparent water tank. Ionic silver stick controls microbial growth.Learn more about Ionic Silver Stick technology! Built-in hygrostat lets users select idea ... Read more

Product Description

The Delonghi Water-To-Air Portable Air Conditioner's super cool function boosts cooling power to the highest level simply by adding water. No drip technology and a double condenser are a part of this exclusive process. It's the only portable air conditioner with 3M electrostatic anti-bacterial filtration. This technology removes 99.97% of airborne particles without reducing airflow, optimizing air quality and circulation while extending the life of the unit. Features an energy efficient adjustable thermostat and 24-hour programmable timer with a clock function. Easy installation in a window or door bracket. Model # PAC360. Performance: 10,000 BTU's ... Read more

Features

• 10000 BTU - Effectively cools and dehumidifies a 3000 cubic foot room (50x20x8)
• Easily rolls on wheels
• May be stored in a closet when not being used
• Hose attachment for window/wall/door air exhaust
• 8.6 EER

Reviews (2)

DeLonghi Air Products in General
We've had the model, 250, 260 and now the 360 (as a warrantied replacement for the 260). If we weren't so desperate, we'd not have bought this product. The 1st one we ever got worked pretty well for about 3 years/hot seasons, but the 2nd, 3rd (haven't tried the 4th one yet) leaked like crazy and shut off, when as the other review said, the hose was installed as directed.If you have money to burn, this product is fine....

Not Happy
I did order the PAC-360 and was disappointed.Now, this may all be due to a defective unit, or not.

I got the unit for my basement office and the exhaust hose didn't reach.I was able to fashion an extension with a dryer exhaust hose. Well, after hooking everything up and venting the hose thru my basement window, it came to life.It takes about 5 to 10 min. to start cooling.Also, you'll need to fill an internal tank with water to get max cooling.Note, the instructions state that you'll need to fill up the water tank every 7-8 hours for max effect.Now, after running for 15 minutes the alert light flashes and the Delonghi goes into Fan only mode.The manual reports there is an obstruction in the exhaust hose.No way.Checked it 5 times and all is clear.

Well, I might have a bad unit that can be replaced, but I'm going to return it.For the price, I expected better.The controls are cheap push buttons and not the electronic ones you find all most all a/c now-a-days.Also, when the compressor kicks in, it�s really loud.For the price of this unit, I don�t think it's worth it

Again, this is my experience.I spoke to my neighbor who got one for his daughter and she's very happy with it. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

The 65-watt WindChaser mini dehumidifier takes unpleasant moisture and must out of the air in small spaces like bathrooms, laundry rooms, and storage closets. Specially designed for tight quarters, the unit comes with a diminutive construction and a whisper-quiet compressor-free motor so that you may not even notice it working away. In conditions of 86 degrees F and 80 percent relative humidity, the dehumidifier removes .803 pints per day, storing the collected moisture in an easily removed transparent bottom tank. Even though it's tidily constructed, the tank holds 2.11 pints at a time, so you don't have to empty it every day.

Operation of the dehumidifier is markedly simple--just push the rocker switch to "on" and walk away. The unit automatically turns off when the tank is full and illuminates a "full" signal light. Helpful structural details include an inset carrying handle, protective rubber feet, and an upward dry-air outlet. WindChaser also includes a one-year warranty. --Emily Bedard ... Read more

Features

• 11-3/4 by 6-1/2 by 6 inches
• Tidily structured 1-quart dehumidifier for small spaces
• Removes .803 pints/day at 86 degrees F and 80 percent relative humidity
• Automatically switches off when water tank is full
• No compressor for quiet operation

Reviews (35)

Defective product - Indifferent customer service
My first Windchaser Mini Dehumidifier died after 6 weeks. After sending the people at Windchaser my purchase receipt and a ten dollar replacement fee, they sent me a replacement mini dehumidifier. This second dehumidifier died after 3 weeks. Once again, I sent the people at Windchaser my proof of purchase and waited to receive my replacement dehumidifier--hopefully one that wasn't defective.Two months went by with nary a word. After repeated emails to customer service asking where my replacement dehumidifier was, someone from Windchaser wrote back to say "If I see your proof of purchase, it'll get done. Otherwise, it won't." That's it--end of message. As of this date I have not received a replacement for the faulty dehumidifier, nor have I received any further word from "customer service."

Unless you want a lot of headaches from faulty products and rude customer service, I suggest buying another product.

Unit needs to be oiled every 6 months
After working for about 6 months you will need to reoil the fan unit .
It will take about 10 minutes and some 3-1 oil.
unscrew the unit housing, seperate the halfs, release the two tabs and pull apart the motor housing, peel back the silver label on the fan unit, pry up the rubber oil plug, put in 3or 4 drops of oil and its as good as new. Hope this helps.

Broke in 4 weeks
I would not recomend this to the junk yard.As a matter of fact i would give it a negative 5 stars.And not returnable!!!!!!AMAZON.com is scamming people with this one!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Works great until the fan dies...
I placed this unit in my bathroom and it worked great for about 3-4 months.Then it just died.I've read the other reviews on how to fix it by adding some oil.Unfortunately I did irreparible damage to the fan when I was trying to figure out where to add the oil (BTW: peel of the sticker on the fan, and remove that rubber thingy).

Sooooo, knowing it was the crappy low quality fan, I just did a search and bought a more powerful, more reliable, replacement fan (FYI: size 95mm 95mm 25mm).5 stars for when it does work, 1 star for crappy component, 4 stars for easy & cheap repair/upgrade.

Broke down after 4 months
I bought two of these the same day to use in different bathrooms. Worked fine for about four months then they both broke down within two weeks of each other. I'm not inclined to buy another. ... Read more

Product Description

Soleus energy efficient 40 pint dehumidifier, dehumidifies large areas using only 360 watts of energy.This dehumidifier is less than 22" high and weighs under 35 pounds making it very small and mobile.We offer fast shipping and the best price in the industry. Streamlined design, Automatic shutoff prevents overflow, Rotary compressor, Power Supply: 1ph, 110/120V, 60HZ, Air Flow: 150 m3/h, Power consumption: 360W, Tank capacity 6.0L (auto shut off at 5.5L), Weight: 31Lbs, Dimensions: 15" - 21.5" - 10.3" ... Read more

Features

• Light weight
• Streamline design
• Silent operation
• Automatic shut-off prevents overflow
• Manual & soft touch control

Reviews (1)

Almost perfect
We have spent this summer attempting to find a tolerable dehumidifier.Of the 5 brands we brought into our home, the Soleus CFM40 and CFM25 were the only ones reasonable to use in a space where people live.It is truly quite. It actually pulls the water out of the air. It does not leak. It does not produce astounding amounts of heat.

It's draw backs are: 1. Even though it is weighs about half that of dehumidifiers using traditional compressor technology, it is still rather hard to move due to having casters instead of wheels.2. The water catcher is more cumbersome to remove with grace than in other brands.
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Features

• Removes harmful particles rather than displacing them
• Compatible with Honeywell 10500 and 17000 air cleaners
• Keeps air free of pollutants
• 99.97 percent effective at removing articles as small as .3 microns
• Collects dust, mold spores, mites, pet dander, and other allergens

Reviews (3)

Wait a second...!
This is not so much a review as a cautionary note.

I've done a lot of research on filters and the such since my son tested positive for exposure to lead.

Both of the reviews of this filter (I have this or a similar Honeywell which is great but I am not sure which model.) Anyway, both of these reviews mention vacuuming the filter(s) to extend the useful life of the item. IF you are using a HEPA filtered vacuum, and only if you are using a HEPA filtered vacuum, should you think of this. But the cost of these filters is not so great that this makes much sense.

If you are not using a HEPA filtered vaccum, than all you are doing is sucking the stuff you don't want to breath out of the filter (which is what you bought the machine to do in the first place) and blowing it back into the air (which is what you boght the machine to prevent.)

Basically, the few bucks you save is not worth the risk.

just as good as any other HEPA filter
HEPA filters were developed by the US Atomic energy commision to remove radio active particles from a contaminated environment. So they are more than sufficient for removing dust, mold spores, cockroach feces and dust mites which have been known to cause respiratory problems such as asthma.

Don't go by the light on the your Honeywell unit to tell when it's time to change the filter because the manufacturer wants you to change it as frequently as possible. When you find that the flow of air has slowed down and dust in the vicinity of the unit tends to collect more, then it's time to change the air filter. Also, vacuuming the outside of the filter may prolong the life. I vacuumed my HEPA and found that there was an increase in air flow afterwards and less dust collecting around the unit.

Time to Change the HEPA Filter on Your Air Cleaner?
Before ordering a replacement HEPA filter for your Honeywell (or other brand) Air Cleaner, be sure to check the model number on the unit. This filter is for the smaller round unit (Model 10500) and for the smaller of the two upright units with handles (Model 17000). I replace my HEPA filter every year because I am very allergic to cigarette smoke, pollens, dust, molds, and other allergens and irritants. Also, this HEPA filter has pre-filters that wrap around it, so you may want to order a box of those, too. The pre-filters should be changed every 3 months, but I check them more often and vacuum off any accumulated pet hair. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Treated with an antimicrobial product to protect against odor-causing bacteria, the two true HEPA filters in this package are at least 99.97 percent effective at trapping extremely tiny particles (as small as 0.03 micron) when used in an air cleaner or air purifier. The filters fit Bionaire BAP1175 and BAP1300 model air cleaners as well as Holmes HAP615, HAP625, HAP650, and HAP675 model air purifiers. Each of these models requires only one filter, so the second is a spare for later use. --Fred Brack ... Read more

Features

• True HEPA filters
• 2 filters fit Bionaire BAP1175 and BAP1300 model air cleaners
• Also fit Holmes HAP615, HAP625, HAP650, and HAP675 model air purifiers
• Activated charcoal filters help remove odors from air
• Treated with antimicrobial product to protect against odor-causing bacteria

Reviews (5)

The Best Air Filters for Your Money
I have used the Bionaire BAP1175 Air Cleaner and Filters for 16 months. I still have 45% usage left. My Vintage Home is on pier and beams. This causes a lot of dust,mold spores and dust mites. And with our new carpet, this adds unwanted airborne chemicals and carpet particles.I noticed a difference within an hour of useage.You will be amazed at the unwanted ordors that just disappear.The quite sleep speed is wonderful.I highly recommend this air cleaner and filters.

2 years of use and still going!
We have two units in our home, living area and bedroom. They keep the air clean and the dust down to a minimum. I will always have these in my home or office.

Bionaire is great!
I love Bionaire Air Purifiers! I really feel it makes a difference in my room. I don't have alleregies, but the room air seems fresher. Just a correction on the editorial review above: Fred is wrong! The BAP1300 uses four filters so you need to buy two a1230h.
bap1175 uses two filters so you need one set. (a1230h comes with two) hap675 uses four, hap 650 uses three, hap625 uses two, hap 615 uses only one. So when he said you'll have an extra filter, that's only correct with the hap615. I happened to have tried them all. They are all good and all have the exact same filtration method. By the way, the digital counter on bap1300 is bogus. It does not measure air quality or actual usage. It is just a guesstimate based on time alone of when you have to replace your filters.

Not as Good as Expected
It's on the noisy side (equivalent to perhaps an electric fan on medium). The output air smells a bit warm and stale to me, rather than "fresh." It does a good job of filtering dust, but it really hasn't made any tangible contribution to reducing my allergies. I think I'll shop for an Ionizing air cleaner next (when I have the budget).

Very effective and easy to replace
These filters are very effective. The air really does smell better and is fresher. They are also very easy to replace. ... Read more

Product Description

The MobilAir portable air conditioner combination unit is great for covering all bases. A four-in-one unit, it will cool, heat, dehumidify, and fan. With extra strong castors for movement, it goes almost anywhere you need it and does what you need it to do. ... Read more

Features

• Smart Chip Technology with Remote
• Air Conditioner: 9000 BTU/Hr of cooling power
• Dehumidifier: 75 pint/day, 4 liter collection tank, fill alarm, and auto-shutdown to avoid overflow
• Fan: Three speeds with oscillation
• Heater: 6200 BTU/Hr of heating power.

Product Description

A Friedrich C-90A Electronic Air Cleaner is your family's first line of defense. Tobacco smoke, pollen, aerosols and pet dander can turn your home into a battleground for those with allergies and respiratory problems. Having a Friedrich air cleaner in your home can alleviate allergy symptoms and filter harmful pollutants from the air your family breathes. Wood stoves, dust, pesticides, humidifiers and other particle-producing sources of breathing problems can be kept in check with a single C-90A. Isn't it time to make the change to a healthier, more pleasant environment for those most important in your life? You should also know that Friedrich's C-90A electronic air cleaner received one of the highest Clean Air Delivery Ratings (CADR) in independent laboratory tests! Best of all, the C-90A is inexpensive to operate. Unlike more expensive HEPA type air cleaners which can cost $80-$100 per year in filter replacement costs, the C-90A filter is reusable and can be cleaned in the dishwasher. What else would you expect from America's best air conditioning company but the best air cleaner? In independent laboratory tests, the Friedrich C-90A achieved one of the highest Clean Air Delivery Rates (CADR) in the industry. It quickly eliminates dust, tobacco smoke, pollen, hairsprays, pet dander, and other airborne contaminants. SAFETY INTERLOCK SWITCH shuts the unit off when the access cover is removed. SELF-REGULATING POWER SUPPLY eliminates line voltage fluctuations. INDICATOR LAMP shows unit is operating properly. POWERFUL 3-SPEED FAN quickly eliminates tobacco smoke, dust, pollen and other airborne pollutants. ENERGY EFFICIENT / EASY TO MAINTAIN The unit uses about the same amount of electricity as a household light bulb. You can keep the unit operating at peak efficiency by periodically washing the electronic cell. Simply lift out the electronic cell and submerge it in a bathtub or other suitable container. You can also place it in an automatic ... Read more

Product Description

Photo catalytic oxidation technology provides the ultimate in air purification for your home. High grade prefilter with active carbon absorbs odors and toxic gases. Hospital grade HEPA filter removes 99.97% of airborne particles, including mold, spores, and tobacco smoke. Second layer of activated carbon virtually eliminates all odors in the room. UV-C lamp is effective at eliminating bacteria and viruses smaller then 0.3 microns. Lab tests have shown that 90% of the bacteria and viruses are eliminated in the first pass. The Photo-Catalytic Oxidation (PCO) chamber provides 10,000 times the ultra violet intensity of comparable sunlight, which will break the chemical chain of Volitile Organic Compounds (VOC) and turn them into water and harmless gases. ... Read more

Features

• 3 phase filtration
• Air Quality Indicator
• Photo catalytic filtration
• 7 speed motor
• 24" x 19" X 9.5"

Amazon.com Review

A cold room warms up quickly with this triple-element ceramic heater.Vents project heat in three directions, with air intake in the back. The niftything about this heater is its wireless remote control/thermostat, whichBionaire calls the Galileo Climate Center. By keeping the thermostat near a deskor reading chair, the heater maintains room temperature closest to where it'sneeded most. Using radio frequency technology, the Galileo remote doesn't needto be pointed at the heater to work. A digital display on the remote shows bothroom and desired temperature, controls low or high output, and can be used as atimer to preheat a room in the morning or evening. The lightweight heatermeasures 9-1/2 by 8-1/2 by 7-1/2 inches, can sit on the floor or a table, and isbacked by a two-year warranty. Three AAA batteries are included for the remotecontrol. --Ann Bieri ... Read more

Features

• Measures 9-1/2 by 8-1/2 by 7-1/2
• Lightweight room heater with three ceramic elements
• Remote thermostat/control
• Digital display shows room and desired temperature
• Programmable timer

Reviews (4)

It is -56 tonight and this little heater is keeping me warm
The wind chill hit -56 this morning (only -28 otherwise) and fighting the cold trying to come through the brick wall that makes up the back wall of my ground floor basement office is the Bionaire Galileo Digital Triple Ceramic Heater. Not only that, this little heater is winning the war. By that I set the temperature that I want and this little unit hits the mark. Granted, it is rather strange to have a remote for your heater, but the controls are fairly simple. You push "mode" until it unlocks and then you have five choices: high, low, high automatic, low automatic, and off. For the most part automatic is how you want to go and low works fine unless you are trying to play catch up. The three directional heaters are nice because it works perfectly in a corner, in my case underneath the table.

Yes, a timer that would go off every morning to start heating up your designated area before you were up and about would be nice, but it is not that much of a problem to reset it each night and in the morning. It takes less than 10 seconds to do this. This unit will warm things up pretty quick once it gets going, so this is a minor inconvenience at best (especially in terms of what is on the other side of that brick wall down here tonight). The Bionaire Galileo Digital Triple Ceramic Heater is one of those items that once you discover it you wonder why you waited so long to get one. This is the first winter in the Zenith City where I have not been wearing my turtlenecks and sweaters all the time because of what this little unit can do.

no good no bad
I guess is ok for small rooms, in the amazon review says that is ok for any size of room but if you wanted for a well size room wont heat it up as good as the review said. I'd try to place couple of fans close to it, so the heat can spread out, otherwise will be useless

Great little heater
I've had this heater a few weeks now, and I'm very pleased. I wanted to be able to heat up the bathroom without getting out of bed, so I needed either a timer or a remote. This one has both.

All the features are very cool, and work mostly as described. I'd like to share what I learned after I got it.

I haven't had any problems syncing the remote like the other reviewer. I plugged in the heater and put the batteries in the remote, and followed the instructions to press one button, and off it went.

It heats well, bringing up the temperature of my bathroom very quickly.

I set the remote on top of my home thermostat for a day to test the thermometer, and it was off by one degree. Perfectly acceptable for me. The remote shows the room temperature at all times, even when the heater is off. It has a backlight, which turns on for about ten seconds whenever a key is pressed. After a minute of inactivity, the remote locks itself, to prevent accidental keypresses. To unlock it you hold the mode button for two seconds.

Something not mentioned in the description is the heat settings: Low is 1200W and High is 1500W.

Note that you can turn the heater on without the remote, but only to constant Low or High, not to an Auto (thermostat) setting.

A minor disappointment was the timer function. From the description I was hoping to set a timer so that the heater would turn on every morning at a certain time. Instead, you can only program it to turn on in a certain number of hours, one time. So, if I know the next morning will be cold, I set it the night before, but I have to do it each night. This is probably fine for most people. BTW, when it turns itself on in timer mode, it runs for two hours on High, with a setting of 72F. Apparently you can't change this. It also has a timer to turn itself off after a number of hours, like the Sleep Timer setting on a clock radio.

One really minor surprise was the depth of the unit -- it's not as flat as it looks. From the pictures, you can't tell that the fan intake sticks out a few inches on the back. This was not at all a problem for me, just a surprise. The whole unit is still very compact, maybe the size of a soccer ball. It's also very lightweight; the outer body is all plastic. Mine's gray instead of the white in the picture. The weird orange thing in the middle vent in the picture must be some sort of sensor; mine has it too.

A pleasant surprise is the cool-down feature in Auto (thermostat) mode. When the room temperature has reached your setting, the heater of course turns off. But it seems to shut off the heating elements and just run the fan for maybe a minute, to flush out any residual heat. When I had more primitive heaters I'd do this manually, to cool down the heater and to get all the heat I'd paid for. This one does it automatically.

The only problem I've had is that sometimes on High it shuts itself down. I believe this is because I have it in a confined space and close to two walls, and it thinks it's overheating. I have not had this problem on Low, and I'm sure I wouldn't have it at all if I moved it into a more open space.

In case you're worried about wireless problems, I have 900MHz and 2.4GHz cordless phones, an X10 video sender, an 802.11g wireless network, RF ceiling fan remotes, an RF Dish remote, and other RF products, and I haven't had any issues with the heater and remote.

Oh yeah, and it's really quiet, probably because the fan isn't very powerful. If it's around a corner or there's something else going on, I don't notice that it's running. Since the fan is weak, it doesn't blow heat at you very far, but it still moves air and heat fine. It probably projects heat a foot or two straight out.

Pretty Good
I would have given this 5 stars but it took awhile to get the remote control in sync with the unit. I found that if you took the batteries out the remote and put them back in again, the unit will work. It gives off decent heat and heats up a room in no time at all. I have a sun porch that is all windows and has no radiators and it's perfect for that room. Do not let young children near this even when it's not plugged in. My son shoved pennies in it and broke it. It will probably cost more to fix then I paid for it so I might buy another one. ... Read more

Product Description

Ionic Breeze is The Sharper Image's most popular product, with more than one million sold. An ACNielsen national survey that showed that Ionic Breeze is America's most trusted brand of air purifier. ACNielsen also confirmed Ionic Breeze enjoys the highest customer satisfaction ratings among all major brands — as demonstrated by repeat purchases by Ionic Breeze owners (and purchases by dissatisfied owners of competing brands); and in ratings for "exceeding expectations," "good customer service" and for "delivering on promises." Compelling features include silent operation; efficient air cleaning and odor reduction; no replacement filters; ultra-low energy use; lightweight, attractive, low-profile housing; and 24-7 air cleaning. Created by Sharper Image Design®.

No air cleaner can protect against the harmful effects of secondhand tobacco smoke. Clean air begins with a smoke-free environment. To learn more, visit www.no-smoke.org. ... Read more

Features

• Room air cleaner circulates and cleans air with no motor, no fan and no noise. Key features include absolutely silent operation; proven efficient air cleaning; odor reduction; no replacement filters; low energy use; lightweight, attractive housing; continuous air cleaning.
• Our tests at leading research centers show that Ionic Breeze does a great job capturing particles like pollen, dander and other airborne allergens and irritants. The affordable Quadra Compact has been tested at America's leading allergy research center, prominent universities and independent labs to confirm its efficient trapping of airborne particles.
• With Ionic Breeze, there are no messy, expensive filters. Quadra is an electrostatic precipitator that charges airborne contaminants and traps them on oppositely charged stainless steel collectors that wipe clean with a cloth. Quadra Compact is powered by only 6 watts. Compared to high-watt HEPA machines, it pays for itself in less than a year.
• Cleans 24-7! All air cleaners should run continuously but noisy fans and expensive 200-watt power demands make that impractical with those big HEPA machines. Silent, low-energy Ionic Breeze, in contrast, is designed to run continuously, especially in the rooms where you spend the most time at home.
• Quadra is 19" tall and 4 1/4 lbs, with almost the same cleaning power as the larger Quadra. Uses only 6 watts. Extra collection grid available (SI939). Plug into 3-prong outlet. 5-year warranty. Specials: Full-price unit includes FREE $69.95 Ionic Breeze Air Freshener; buy two air purifiers and save 50% on the second. Created by Sharper Image Design®.

Product Description

The all-new Professional Series Ionic Breeze GP Silent Air Purifier with ultraviolet germicidal protection and Zenion Effect has been enhanced with faster, better air cleaning. It features a slide-out trio of stainless steel collection blades with two interior stationary blades to divert airflow and increase the charged blades' particle capture rate. New removable front and rear grills slide off for easy cleaning and you now can add negative ions to the flow of cleaner, fresher air. The GP model's germ-killing Sterilamp uses safe UVC technology that is established in hospitals and recently shown to reduce respiratory symptoms of office workers when used in building ventilation systems. Professional Series is the first Ionic Breeze GP to be endorsed by the authoritative British Allergy Foundation. BAF Seal means their own tests have proved that this air purifier "restricts or removes allergens from the environment of allergy sufferers and can be scientifically tested with measurable results." Ideal for a good-size room of 500 square feet or more. Stands 29" tall on a 7 1/2" x 11" base; weighs 15 1/2 lbs. Low energy demands of only 36 watts, three air-cleaning speeds and plugs into three-prong outlet with a 6-foot cord. Select gray with silver onyx or black with Burltech. Five-year warranty. Created by Sharper Image Design. ... Read more

Features

• All-new Professional Series Ionic Breeze GP Silent Air Purifier with ultraviolet germicidal protection and Zenion Effect silent electronic propulsion.
• New! Greater cleaning power. Slide-out trio of stainless steel collection blades has been enhanced with the patent-pending 3+2 configuration; two interior stationary blades divert airflow and increase the charged blades' particle capture rate.
• Removable easy-clean grills. Front and rear grills slide off for easy cleaning. Negative-Ion Feature. Add negative ions into the cleaner, fresher airflow!
• Allergy UK Seal of Approval. Professional Series is the first Ionic Breeze GP to be endorsed by the authoritative British Allergy Foundation.
• 29" tall on a 7 1/2" x 11" base; weighs 15 1/2 lbs. Five-year warranty. Two Sharper Image Professional Series Ionic Breeze GP Silent Air Purifier (50% Off the 2nd) with one Free $69.95 Air Freshener.

Reviews (1)

It works as promised
After reading reviews everywhere (including the very negative reviews on Consumers Report magazine), and after looking for something portable to clean the air from dust and pet dander, I decided to give this product a try (after all it has a 60 days refund guarantee).

I was surprised to see results after few hours (4-5 hrs). I purchased one big unit for our kitchen and great room (approx 600 sqf) and compact units for each bedroom (approx 200 sqf). I was having allergic reactions to pet dander and it went away after few hours. It also helps with cooking odors (slowly b/c it has no fan to move masses of air quickly).

I found the product delivers on the promise, and it is the first time I found a review from Consumers report not to be accurate or maybe it is accurate but tested for different purposes that my specific needs with regards to allergies, dust and mild odors.

It is not a fan, and it works slow, so it is not for getting rid of odors in a matter of 5 minutes, but it keeps the air clean, traps a lot of dust and it is more energy freindly than installing HEPA filters on my A/C-heather system, and more effective than opening the windows to get rid of cooking odors(when it is winter and very cold outside :-))

It does generate a "funny" odor that some people might find not pleasant (but anyway you have the return guarantee). It is tested as low ozone emission which is good, but worthwhile to investigate more on that matter as ozone can be very toxic.

They will offer you as a giveaway either the small unit for bathrooms or the compact car unit... choose the bathroom unit instead, the car unit simply does not work as it moves very small quantities of air and unless your commute is 90 minutes, you are never that much time in your car to notice the effects of such a small unit. ... Read more

Features

• Motorized louvers maximize airflow; 8,500 BTU's
• Easy-to-use push button controls and LCD display
• Built-in dehumidifier; remote control included
• Ready to cool quickly--just 3-to-5 minutes
• Exhaust hose included to ensure proper cooling

Reviews (2)

Gorgeous looking addition to room, but weak cooling ability
If only this gorgeous looking air conditioner could really cool a room!! I am so in love with the stunning sleek design and shiny bright white color. Very simple and professional looking. Sturdy build. Not cheap looking, like others I have seen at Home Depot and Sam's Club.

I bought this for my apartment. It has 8500 BTU. I planned to use it in the living room (13x15 or 208 square feet) during the day, and then the bedroom at night (a bit smaller). I opened the package immediately the night I brought it home, but once I turned the power on for the first time, I was surprised that high power, turned to be little more than a feeble blowing of air. This weak fan, does not allow any of the cold air to actually push out of the unit and cool the room!!! Even if you stood 2 feet from it, it barely blew on you!!! Who would engineer such a thing?

The real test was the next day, when temperatures outside soared to 93 degrees. My unit could not manage to make the room cooler than 88 degrees for the entire day! I decided to give it another day (maybe it need to be broken in, I thought), but again it was did the same thing.

So disappointing that such a sleek looking and digital panneled portable a/c could disappoint like this. I read the entire manual, hooked it up properly and even called the company, Kenwood. Kenwood didn't really care. They told me it is discontinued and to just return it!!

With all the terribly ugly looking portable units out there, I had really wanted this to be my new a/c, but I will have to look elsewhere, and this time for something having perhaps 12000 BTU and a fan that blows like a tornado! Please, someone, design a beautiful looking portable a/c for far under $600 that works! What a pain. I hate the thought of lugging this 80 plus pound machine back to the store.

Kenwood air conditioner
I bought this unit as an open box buy. It cools off 4 rooms wonderfully. I was happy to be able to download the manual off of amazon's website.

I have not been happy with Kenwood's customer service. I had contacted Kenwood several times via email in order to order parts that were missing (because I bought it as an open box item) and to receive a manual but had no success. My husband ended up making the window accessory that was missing and I ended up downloading the manual from amazon.com.

Thanks guys!

The portable air conditioner was definitely worth my money. ... Read more

Product Description

Virtually silent & low cost air purifier with true HEPA filter for maximum purification. Air quality meter lets you judge the performance of the purification and the quality of the air that you and your loved ones breath. ... Read more

Features

• Measures 5-1/8 inches thick
• Energy efficient air purifier with 20-watt output at low setting
• Odor sensor; automatic operation mode; filter replacement indicator
• Quiet, virtual silence at low setting; auto shut-off timer for convenience
• Includes remote control; 2 replacement filters; 2 deodorizing filters

Product Description

According to an ACNielsen national survey, Ionic Breeze is America's most trusted brand of air cleaner, with the highest ratings for value and customer satisfaction. The all-new Professional Series™ Ionic Breeze® Quadra® Silent Air Purifier — with Zenion Effect™ silent electronic propulsion — features a patent-pending 3+2 collector-blade system with a greatly improved capture rate of airborne allergens and irritants like pollen, dander, tobacco smoke and dust. Additional new features include a "Boost" button for a quick five minutes of high-speed air cleaning and odor removal, a negative ion feature and easy-to-clean, slide-off front and rear grills. It offers a new Negative-Ion Feature™ that proved so popular in Sharper Image Design's Feel-Good Fan® program. You have the option to add negative ions into the cleaner, fresher airflow. Professional Series Quadras now feature easy-access switches (instead of buttons) that automatically return to their selected settings after any unexpected power interruption.

Ideal for a good-size room of 500 square feet or more. Stands 28" on 9" diameter base; weighs10 1/2 lbs. Low energy demands of only 12 watts, three air-cleaning speeds and plugs into three-prong outlet with a 6-foot cord. Select gray with silver onyx or black with Burltech™. Five-year warranty. Created by Sharper Image Design®. ... Read more

Features

• Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America® Consumer Product Seal awarded to the Ionic Breeze® Quadra® and GP air purifiers.
• All-new Professional Series™ Ionic Breeze® Quadra® Silent Air Purifier — with Zenion Effect™ silent electronic propulsion — features a patent-pending 3+2 collector-blade system with a greatly improved airborne-particle capture rate. Removable easy-clean grills. Front and rear grills slide off for easy cleaning.
• Negative-Ion Feature™. Add negative ions into the cleaner, fresher airflow! Power-safe controls. Features easy-access switches (instead of buttons).
• Ionic Breeze® complies with U.S. safety requirements for low ozone emission (less than 50 parts per billion) as tested by Underwriters Laboratories under their UL867 standard for consumer products.
• Stands 28" tall on a 9" diameter base, and weighs just 10 1/2 lbs. Five-year warranty. Two Sharper Image Professional™ Series Ionic Breeze® Quadra® Silent Air Purifiers (50% off the 2nd) with one Free $69.95 Air Freshener and one Free $39.95 Black Dashboard Ionizer. Created by Sharper Image Design®.

Features

• Flow sensor to provide a constant output temperature
• Endless hot water
• Small, compact, and powerful
• 95% efficiency rating
• external temperature control knob