Product Description

True HEPA filter; Ion control; Triple filtration; Auto operation; Special Pollen Program Mode; 4 speeds; High mode: 212 cubic ;ft per minute; Silent mode: 28 cubic ft ;per minute; Effective area ;330 square ft ;(20 ft x 16 ft); Includes remote; Off timer

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #136727 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Brand: Sharp
• Model: FPN60CX
• Released on: 2004-01-15
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 12.00" h x 20.00" w x 25.00" l, 5.00 pounds

Features

• Combines passive air filtration with active air treatment for cleaner air
• Helps clear the air of pollen and airborne irritants
• 4 fan speeds and pollen mode; 1, 4, or 8-hour timer
• True HEPA filter, washable active carbon filter; odor and dust sensors
• Measures 16-3/8 by 22-1/2 by 9-7/16 inches; 1 year limited parts and labor warranty

From the Manufacturer
The FP-N60CX combines passive air filtration with active air treatment to help clear the air of pollen and airborne irritants. As a result, Sharp’s air purifiers go beyond conventional systems--and are ideal for those who are sensitive to dust or allergens. The unit's elegant design will also look great in any room.

Features:

• Clean mode is functioning when the indicator light is blue, which signals that both positive and negative ions are being emitted into the air.
• Ion control mode emits additional negative ions in this mode. Nature does this near waterfalls or just after a thunderstorm.
• Pre-filter is the initial filter that traps dust and other airborne particles. This filter may be cleaned with a vacuum or by hand washing.
• True HEPA filter traps particles as small as .3 microns and will last up to five years. Less maintenance cost means a better value.
• Washable active carbon filter helps remove odors and will last up to five years--one less maintenance cost to worry about. If the air purifier is used in auto mode 24 hours a day, you will need to clean the filter every two to three months with a solution of lukewarm water and mild detergent.
• Odor and dust sensors detect odors, chemicals, dust, and small particles in the air. Once detected, the air purifier will automatically modify the fan speed.
• Manual operation allows the user to choose between four fan speeds and pollen mode.
• Timer can be set for one, four, or eight hours if desired.
• Exclusive Plasmacluster technology which emits positive and negative ions into the room.
• Quiet operation and energy efficient.

Specifications:

• Clean mode: Yes
• Ion Control mode: Yes
• Pre-filter: Yes
• True HEPA filter: Yes (replaceable, lasts up to 5 years)
• Washable active carbon filter: Yes (replaceable, lasts up to 5 years)
• Odor/dust sensor: Yes
• Auto mode: Yes
• Timer: Yes, 1, 4, or 8 hrs
• Manual operation: Yes
• Room area served: 330 square feet
• CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate): dust 209 / smoke 213 / pollen 205
• Inverter fan: Yes
• Fan speeds 4: silent, medium, high, max
• CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute) Max: 212 cubic feet; Low: 28 cubic feet
• Remote control: Yes, full functional
• Filter time to clean indicator: Yes
• Pollen mode: Yes (special program mode)
• Measures: 16-3/8 by 22-1/2 by 9-7/16 inches
• Unit Weight: 19.8 pounds
• Operation manual: Yes
• Limited warranty: 1 year parts and labor

Customer Reviews

One of the best air filters on the market!
I have owned this Sharp air filter for over a year now, and have nothing but praise for it. Sure it costs more than most filters on the market, but trust me - you get what you pay for. I use mine in the bedroom, where it runs very quietly most of the time, and the automatic sensor system is incredible!

This may seem trivial, but I noticed something that stands out about this unit over lesser units I have owned. The air outlet, which is adjustable for airflow direction, is always clean! When I remove the filter for cleaning, I can't help but notice that the blower is spotless as new. I've owned other units that just didn't deliver that level of performance. The pre-filter is great, and it's refreshing (in more ways than one) to have a decent carbon filter system. Between the pre-filter and washable carbon filter, the main filter lasts much longer than most.

Just a tip... I tend to vacuum the unit monthly if the filter light is on or not. Cleaning is easy, and the unit has been trouble-free. Highly recommended!

I wanted to be sure
So i waited 6 months to write the review for this unit. It was costly but I wanted something effective and quiet for my daughter (who has asthma and cant sleep if it's noisy). This unit is so quiet on the low settings that at times you really have to actively try to hear it. I keep it on Medium in her room and she doesnt notice it, on silent you wouldnt think it was even on at all!

I've found that the filters need to be cleaned every 2 months if you keep the unit on 24/7 like we do...but they are easy to clean. And this is coming from someone who threw out 2 humidifiers just to avoid cleaning or replacing the filters/units. Very low maintence and easy to operate.

unlike others on here i'm not sure if the air is cleaner, or if my daugher is breathing easier due to the allergy meds the doctor decided to try with her, but either way i'm considering buying another unit for our living room. Now i just need to find a humidifier that is this quiet and easy to clean!

Moves a lot of air with low noise and power usage
I recently got purchased two air purifiers, my first unit, the Bionaire tower from Costco wasn't bad at $125 CADR was about half of this unit. Loud at all speeds, I guess the smaller fan has to spin faster to move the air. But alas, It wasn't big enough for my 20x24' bedroom, so I needed to upgrade.

Why I chose this unit over the Honeywell 50250

High efficiency! Very low power usage, so it can be on 24/7. On silent mode it uses 4 watts! And yes silent mode is absolutely silent. Thats nightlight wattage! On max it uses 54 watts and moves a lot of air. The honeywell unit is loud and uses lots of power. 170 watts on high! It does however move slightly more air than the Plasmacluster.

Plasmacluster/Ionization. Honeywell didn't have it.

Cool design with LEDs

Even without the rebate this is the unit to buy for larger rooms.

I do however wonder how the HEPA filter is going to last 5 years when you can't clean it. The prefilter and carbon filter will catch the majority of the dust, but once the HEPA gets clogged you have to either run it at lower efficiency or get a new one.