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1 HEALTHY HOME >>> solutions He isn t the only airborne particle you have to worry about.
2 CARRIER A member of the United Technologies Corporation family. Stock Symbol UTX. Carrier Corporation 2008 Manufacturer reserves the right to discontinue, or change, at any time, specifications, designs or pricing without notice and without incurring obligations. 01-IAQ
3 B on R THE ALLERGY SUFFERER THE PET OWNER THE REMODELER THE FAMILY If you want to purify the air, one company stands alone with complete Healthy Home Solutions and experts in the art and science of pairing the right system with any individual need. airborne: allergens/ viruses & bacteria/ dust mites/ radon/ pet dander/ mold spores/ pollen/ carpet fibers/ odor
4 + + + HEALTHY HOME SOLUTIONS AIR PURIFIER UV LAMPS HUMIDIFIER VENTILATOR
5 UV LAMPS WHAT IT ELIMINATES: mold on the indoor A/C coil and in the condensate drain pan HOW IT ELIMINATES: germicidal ultraviolet light HOW EFFECTIVE: kills mold, keeping the coil clean and efficient UV LAMPS HUMIDIFIER HUMIDIFIER WHAT IT ELIMINATES: conditions conducive to growth of bacteria,viruses; annoying static shocks; discomfort due to dry air HOW IT ELIMINATES: keeping the air at the perfect humidity for comfort HOW EFFECTIVE: no dry air in the winter VENTILATOR VENTILATOR WHAT IT ELIMINATES: reduces airborne pet dander, dust, odors and gases like formaldehyde and radon HOW IT ELIMINATES: replaces stale indoor air with fresh outdoor air HOW EFFECTIVE: constantly refreshes the air during operation airborne: allergens/ viruses & bacteria/ dust mites/ radon/ pet dander/ mold spores/ pollen/ carpet fibers/ odor
6 Every product has its place. INFINITY TM AIR PURIFIER AIR PURIFIER WHAT IT ELIMINATES: airborne mold, bacteria, viruses and allergens like pet dander, pollen and dust HOW IT ELIMINATES: combination of microfiber filter and high-voltage electrical charge HOW EFFECTIVE: captures and kills up to 99.9% of microscopic airborne contaminants from the air passing through the system ELECTRONIC AIR CLEANER ( A less efficient alternative to the Infinity TM Air Purifier ) ELECTRONIC AIR CLEANER WHAT IT ELIMINATES: airborne household dust and allergens HOW IT ELIMINATES: electrically charges particles which are then attracted to plates HOW EFFECTIVE: captures approximately 80% of most airborne allergens and dust from the air passing through the system
7 B on R The Allergy Sufferer Whether you get hit hardest by tree allergens in the spring, ragweed in the fall or dust and mold year-round, we can help you virtually eliminate allergens in the conditioned air that give you the most grief. Solution: Air Purifier, UV Lamps, Ventilator The Family Kids bring so much joy into the house. And a lot of bacteria, viruses and other microbes. Reduce these airborne irritants by the billions with a system designed to capture and kill airborne microbes. Solution: Air Purifier, Ventilator, Humidifier The Pet Owner Dogs and cats create pet dander that can be problematic. Eliminate this pet peeve from the air for a more enjoyable, animal-friendly home. Solution: Air Purifier, Ventilator The Remodeler You love the character of an older home, but you probably aren t too keen on the air quality that goes with it, especially if you have concerns about airborne mold, dust and other particles. Bring the air you re breathing into the 21st Century without sacrificing the antique charm. Solution: Air Purifier, UV Lamps, Ventilator, Humidifier airborne: allergens/ viruses & bacteria/ dust mites/ radon/ pet dander/ mold spores/ pollen/ carpet fibers/ odor
8 A B C D E is for allergens is for bacteria and viruses is for cats and dogs is for dust and mold is for everything above With a host of system solutions available, Carrier has the right system for everyone s needs. Here are just a few examples For other situations or conditions, talk to your Carrier dealer about solutions that best suit your specific needs.
9 Carrier s INFINITY TM AIR PURIFIER Carrier s ELECTRONIC AIR CLEANER Captures and kills airborne organisms 0.3 microns and larger in the entire home s air filtered through the heating and cooling system, including bacteria, pollen, viruses, smoke, dust and pollen. Captures particles 1 micron and larger in the entire home s air filtered through the heating and cooling system, including bacteria, dust and pollen PORTABLE AIR CLEANER Captures particles in the air filtered within a single room. STANDARD 1" FURNACE FILTER Captures only large particles 3 microns and larger (less than 1% of the particles in the air) filtered through the heating and cooling system. airborne: allergens/ viruses & bacteria/ dust mites/ radon/ pet dander/ mold spores/ pollen/ carpet fibers/ odor
10 FILTRATION COMPARISONS
11 airborne: allergens/ viruses & bacteria/ dust mites/ radon/ pet dander/ mold spores/ pollen/ carpet fibers/ odor Dry Indoor Air Other Cracking Woodwork or Furniture Static Shocks Dust Mite Feces Dead Skin Cells (HUMAN) Fertilizer Dust Insecticide and Pesticide Dust Cleaning & Paint Supplies Fossil Fuel-Burning Appliances Auto Emissions Airborne Contaminants Tobacco Smoke Pet Dander Radon Formaldehyde (BUILDING MATERIALS, FURNITURE) Bathroom Odors Cooking Odors Bacteria Viruses Pollen Dust Allergens Mold
12 + + + HEALTHY HOME SOLUTIONS AIR PURIFIER UV LAMPS HUMIDIFIER VENTILATOR CARBON MONOXIDE ALARM + Areas in your home could be adding undesirable chemicals, gases, odors and organisms to the air. Your Carrier dealer can prescribe the right Healthy Home Solution to help you capture, kill and eliminate these airborne irritants.
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