Bacteria, germs, mold spores, pollen, pet dander, smoke and dust can make breathing harder, especially for asthma and allergy sufferers. Sharp's FP-P40CX Plasmacluster^® Air Purifier can remove these irritants with an ultra quiet fan that draws air through a three-stage filter system. Plus Sharp's revolutionary Plasmacluster Ion Technology actively treats the air to make it healthier and cleaner smelling. The FP-P40CX is ideal for a study or bedroom. It's a smart way to choose cleaner, healthier, more breathable air.

Features

• Washable Pre-Filter - traps dust, dirt and other airborne particles.
• Washable Active Carbon Filter - removes household odors.
• True HEPA Filter - captures 99.97% of particles as small as 0.3 microns that pass through it, including pollen, mold, pet dander and dust. The special Antimicrobial Layer provides extra protection against viruses.
• Plasmacluster Technology - splits water molecules into positively and negatively charged ions, which spread throughout the room, surrounding airborne particles. This system effectively treats the air the way nature cleans the environment near waterfalls or just after a thunderstorm to help keep the air healthier and cleaner smelling.
• Clean Sign Indictor - shows the level of impurities in the air so it's easy to see the progress as it returns healthier, cleaner air into the room.
• Manual Operation - lets the user choose among 3 fan speeds, plus Pollen and Quick Clean modes.
• Automatic Operation - uses the sensor to automatically adjust fan speed for the degree of cleaning required.
• Plasmacluster Ion Mode - can be switched between Clean Mode / Ion Control Mode and Auto mode automatically. Maintains the natural ion balance in the room.
• Library Quiet™ - operation is ideal for bedrooms and living rooms. Silent Mode is as quiet as 17 decibels, about the volume of rustling leaves. This is one of the quietest Air Purifiers with a HEPA filter available anywhere.
• Energy Efficient - operation means it's easy on your wallet. With its advanced technologies, it is 35% more energy efficient than standard models, making it ENERGY STAR^® qualified.¹
• Ultra Long Life HEPA Filters - require changing only once every five years² so operating costs are low.
• Remote Control - is easy to use. The air purifier may also be operated from the unit's control panel.
• Timer - can be set so the unit shuts off after 1, 4 or 8 hours.

• ¹ The energy efficiency of this ENERGY STAR qualified model is measured based on a ratio between the model's CADR for dust and the electrical energy it consumes, or CADR/Watt.
• ² Depending on use and room conditions.