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How air purifiers work | Installing an air purifier or sensor | Connecting an air purifier | Where to place an air purifier | Filters | FAQs

How does an air purifier work?

The air in our homes can contain pollutions and particles from dust, pollen, cooking and gas chemicals, which can irritate us or cause health problems. That’s why we’ve made our range of air purifiers, because we believe everyone deserves cleaner air at home. 

They work by circulating the air in a room using a fan, passing it through filters to capture large particles like hair and dust, small particles like pollutants and pollen, and finally, various gaseous pollutants and unpleasant odours – if you are using a gas filter.    

Getting started with your air purifier or sensor

Installing your air purifier or sensor
 
Our air purifiers and sensors are easy to install, so you can start enjoying better air qu­ality at home immediately.  

How to install STARKVIND

1. Attach the legs with the screws. 
2. Remove the plastic lid from the front cable compartment. Insert the cord from the back and plug it into your STARKVIND. 
3. Put the socket and the remaining cord inside and put the lid back on. The cord can be adjusted up to 3.3m. 
4. Remove the pre-filter and particle filter. 
5. Remove the plastic packaging from the optional gas filter. Carefully add the gas filter by holding it in the frame.  
6. Remove the plastic packaging from the particle filter. Add the particle filter.  
7. Put the pre-filter back and click it in place.  
8. Attach the two front clips on the top. Attach the front and lock it in place.  
9. Plug in STARKVIND and press the control knob to turn it on. 

How to install STARKVIND table

1. Place your STARKVIND upside down then attach the legs with the screws.  
2. Place your STARKVIND upright on the floor. Adjust the feet to make it stable. 
3. Insert the cord from the bottom and plug it into your STARKVIND.  
4. Hide the socket and remaining cord in the box and put the plastic lid on. 
5. Hide the cord in the leg. The cord can be adjusted up to 3.3m.
6. Remove the pre-filter and particle filter.
7. Remove the plastic packaging from the optional gas filter. Add the gas filter by holding it in the frame. 
8. Remove the plastic packaging from the particle filter. Add the particle filter.
9. Put the pre-filter back and click it in place.
10. Attach the tabletop and lock it in place.
11. Plug in STARKVIND and press the control knob to turn it on. 

How to install FÖRNUFTIG

1. Attach the legs then attach the handle. Skip this step if you’re mounting FÖRNUFTIG to a wall. 
2. Organise the cable then plug it into the power adaptor. 
3. Remove the pre-filter and particle filter. 
4. Remove the plastic packaging from the optional gas filter. Add the gas filter by holding it in the frame.
5. Remove the plastic packaging from the particle filter. Add the particle filter. 
6. Put the pre-filter back and click it in place. 
7. Plug the cable into an electrical socket. 
8. Choose fan speed: low (sleep mode), medium or high. 

How to mount FÖRNUFTIG to a wall 

1. Organise the cable. 
2. Use the template provided in the box to measure and mark wall placement.
3. Drill two screws into the wall at their corresponding marks. 
4. Hang FÖRNUFTIG. 
5. Plug the cable into the power adapter. 
6. Plug the power adapter into an electrical socket.
7. Turn on FÖRNUFTIG. 

How to install VINDRIKTNING

1. Place your VINDRIKTNING upright on a surface that’s off the floor and away from dust or dirt.  
2. Plug in the USB-C cable and power adapter. 
3. Plug the power adapter into an electrical socket. 
4. After plugging it in, the indicator light will start to flash. When the flashing stops, the sensor is ready to use.  
5. Green = good air quality. Yellow = OK air quality. Red = not good air quality.  
6. When the VINDRIKTNING displays a red light, turn on your FÖRNUFTIG or STARKVIND air purifier to improve your indoor air quality.  
7. Place your air purifier at a minimum distance of 100cm from your VINDRIKTNING.  
8. Once the air quality is good, the VINDRIKTNING will display a green light.

Where to place an air purifier or sensor

Maximise your air purifier’s impact by making sure the flow of air isn’t blocked. The air outlet should also blow away from people to avoid drafts.

Where to place your STARKVIND

Smart STARKVIND comes in a floor-standing or table model, optimised to purify a room up to 20m2 and suit your home decor.  

Where to place your FÖRNUFTIG

FÖRNUFTIG can be wall-mounted or free-standing, and displayed among your favourite art. It’s optimised to purify a room up to 8-10m2. 

Where to place your VINDRIKTNING

VINDRIKTNING works just as well in small and large rooms, as the air quality is usually the same throughout. Just remember to keep your VINDRIKTNING upright, off the floor and away from dust or dirt to keep it working optimally.  

Connecting your air purifier

Our range of air purifiers easily integrate into your smart home. Find out how to connect your smart STARKVIND air purifier to your smart home, set up FÖRNUFTIG with a TRÅDFRI wireless outlet and what to do if something goes wrong. 

Connecting to IKEA Home smart

Connecting STARKVIND

Connecting STARKVIND to the IKEA Home smart app allows you to read air quality, set timers, change the fan speed, check the filter and much more. 

To get started, you need a TRÅDFRI gateway. You can then download the IKEA Home smart app, which will take you through the process of adding STARKVIND air purifier to your gateway.
   

Connecting FÖRNUFTIG

Connecting FÖRNUFTIG to a TRÅDFRI wireless outlet lets you control it from a distance for your convenience.

To get started, you need a TRÅDFRI gateway. You can then download the IKEA Home smart app, which will take you through the process of adding FÖRNUFTIG air purifier to your gateway.
   

Connecting to Apple HomeKit, Google Home and Amazon Alexa

TRÅDFRI gateway and IKEA Home smart app work with Amazon Alexa, Google Home and Apple HomeKit, so you can integrate your air purifier seamlessly into your smart home and start enjoying voice control.

Air purifier filters

Both FÖRNUFTIG and STARKVIND air purifiers have a pre-filter, which captures big particles such as hair and dust, and a particle filter that’s optimised for capturing about 99.5% of smaller particles such as dust and pollen.

There’s also a space for an additional filter for gas cleaning, which absorbs pollutants such as formaldehyde and reduces unpleasant odours.

You can buy these filters and extras from an IKEA store, on IKEA.com or through the IKEA app.

“FÖRNUFTIG and STARKVIND have a pre-filter, which captures big particles, and a filter that’s optimised for capturing about 99.5% of smaller particles such as dust and pollen.”

Filter replacement and maintenance

How and when to replace a filter

How often you replace your filter depends on the environment it’s in and how often you use your air purifier.   

• FÖRNUFTIG and STARKVIND air purifiers both have an LED indicator which will illuminate when you need to check your filters and possibly replace them.
• If you’ve connected your STARKVIND to TRÅDFRI gateway, your IKEA Home smart app can send you reminders.  
• It’s a good idea to check the particle filter regularly, and we recommend replacing them every six months. Although in some homes, they may need to be replaced more often. If possible, try to change both the particle and gas filters at the same time.  

Cleaning and maintaining a filter

You can easily remove bigger particles from your pre-filters with a vacuum cleaner. Filters for smaller particles and gas filters can’t be cleaned and should be replaced when dirty to keep your air purifier working optimally.

We also recommend cleaning your STARKVIND sensor regularly by carefully vacuuming it.

How to change a STARKVIND filter

1. Start by unplugging your STARKVIND.
2. Remove the front.
3. Remove the black pre-filter to access the particle and/or gas filter behind.
4. When the filter has been changed, plug in STARKVIND and press the filter reset button for 3 seconds.

How to change a STARKVIND table filter

1. Start by unplugging your STARKVIND.
2. Remove the tabletop.
3. Remove the black pre-filter to access the particle and/or gas filter behind. 
4. When the filter has been changed, plug in STARKVIND and press the filter reset button for 3 seconds.

How to change a FÖRNUFTIG filter

1. Start by unplugging your FÖRNUFTIG.  
2. Open the unit by pulling the pull-tag on the right side of the textile front. This is the pre-filter. 
3. Now you can access the particle and/or gas filter behind.
4. When the filter has been changed, plug in FÖRNUFTIG and press the filter reset button for 3 seconds.

Frequently asked questions

Which pollutants can be captured by an air purifier?

The filter included in the package is optimised to remove approximately 99.5% of smaller particles, such as PM2.5 particles, dust and pollen. The gas filter absorbs various pollutants such as formaldehyde and other VOCs, and can reduce unpleasant odour from smoking or cooking.

What is PM2.5?

PM2.5 are small inhalable particles that measure 0.1-2.5 micrometers. PM2.5 particles can occur from things like cooking, various sprays, open fireplaces or outdoor air seeping in. 

How can I tell if my air purifier is working?

While the air purifier is turned on, place your hand in front of the air outlet. If you can feel a breeze, the purifier is working. 

You can also check by looking at the filter inside. If it looks dirty, that means your air purifier is absorbing pollutants.

Can I leave STARKVIND in auto mode all the time?

Yes, STARKVIND uses its built-in sensor to adjust the fan speed based on the particle level (PM2.5) in your home. This will make sure that STARKVIND is always cleaning your air from particles in an optimal way. 

I see there is space for another filter in my air purifier, what filter should be there?

The air purifier comes with a filter for particle removal, but you can add a filter for gas cleaning to use in addition to the particle filter. 

I leave my STARKVIND in auto mode but the fan speed is always very high, why is that?

When STARKVIND is used in auto mode it uses its built-in sensor to measure the particle level (PM2.5) in the air and adjust the fan speed accordingly. If the fan speed is on a high level, it’s because the sensor detects particles in the air. However, if you think that the particle level should be low, you can carefully clean the sensor with a vacuum to see if it makes any difference. 

The noise level is very high and disturbs me, what can I do?

The noise level differs depending on the fan speed. We recommend setting your purifier to the lowest fan speed before going to sleep if you’re disturbed by the noise.

The IKEA Home smart app can’t find my STARKVIND air purifier. What should I do?

The wireless connectivity range can be affected by different building materials and where units are placed. Try to move the air purifier closer to your TRÅDFRI gateway.

Can the filters be recycled?

The filters should be recycled in a responsible way according to local regulation in each market. 

What filters should I use for my IKEA air purifier(s)?

Only original IKEA FÖRNUFTIG filters for particle removal and FÖRNUFTIG filter for gas cleaning can be used in the FÖRNUFTIG air purifier. Only original IKEA STARKVIND filters for particle removal and STARKVIND filter for gas cleaning can be used in the STARKVIND air purifiers.