Controls airborne viruses by forcibly circulating electricity through a
disinfectant element containing electrolyzed water.
disinfectant element containing electrolyzed water.
The hypochlorous acid and hydroxyl radicals in the electrolyzed water destroy the spikes (viral protein) on the surface of viruses, effectively preventing infection.
A double punch using two different agents that are very effective in purifying air, hypochlorous acid and hydroxyl radicals, rapidly suppresses and sterilizes infectious agents and removes odors.
Test method: Air containing suspended viruses was passed through the disinfectant element containing electrolyzed water, after which the remaining airborne viruses were trapped and residual virus populations were evaluated in cell cultures by TCID50 assay. Testing organization: Gunma Prefectural Institute of Public Health
Test method: Bacteria were suspended in a 2-cubic-meter test chamber and the air purification system (Virus Washer with Disinfectant Element) was operated. Microbes remaining in suspension were trapped periodically and the change over time was evaluated by the pour plate method. Testing organization: Gunma Prefectural Institute of Public Health together with SANYO Electric.
Verified through academic research by the Gunma Prefecture Institute of Health and other public health institutes.
[Test result 1] Airborne viruses 99.9% reduction*1 [Test result 2] Airborne viruses 98% reduction*2
[Test result 1] Airborne viruses 99.9% reduction*1 [Test result 2] Airborne viruses 98% reduction*2
![[Disinfectant] effect Airborne mold 99% reduction. *5](img/vw-vf10bg/10bg_01_07b.gif)
![[Allergen control] Pollen 95% reduction.*2 Dust mite feces and shells 99% reduction.*3 Dandruff from dogs or cats 97% reduction.*4](img/vw-vf10bg/10bg_01_07c.gif)
![[Deodorizing effect] Speedy deodorization of tobacco odor*7, pet odors*8, and others.](img/vw-vf10bg/10bg_01_07d.gif)
Adjusts the airflow direction and
prevents dust intake.
prevents dust intake.
Auto louver
The louver opens when the unit is turned on, and closes when it is turned off, to prevent dust from entering. When the airflow direction is adjusted, the position is automatically stored in memory. The louver swings in a range of 0 to 23 degrees.
Clog-resistant honeycomb.
Disinfectant element
Traps pollen and house dust.
Supplied pre-filter +
high-efficiency filter
high-efficiency filter
The pre-filter works with the high-efficiency filter to increase effectiveness against pollen and to prevent clogging of the disinfectant element by dust and other particles. A high-performance micro-particle filter (purchased separately) capable of trapping finer pollen and dust particles is also available.
Sensors and variable airflow
controls prevent over-humidification.
controls prevent over-humidification.
Humidity control
Simple and easy to use.
Control panel
Includes a child lock function to prevent children from tampering with the system.
Indicates the treated air volume.
TREATED AIR VOLUME Indicator
One LED lights for each 300 m3 of air that has been purified. (Displays in 5 steps, and returns to zero when the unit is turned off.)
Allows about 10 hours of
continuous operation.
continuous operation.
6-liter water supply tank
The tank allows about 10 hours of use at the standard airflow. A lamp lights and an alarm sounds to indicate when the water needs to be replenished.
Easy water disposal.
Automatic drainage mechanism
Only need to empty the drainage tank when full. A lamp lights and an alarm sounds to indicate when this needs to be done (about once or twice per month, depending on use).
*1: Air containing viruses was passed through the electrolyzed-water disinfectant element, and the viruses were collected. Their infectious capacity was then measured with embryonated egg cultures. Test institute: Tottori University.
*2: An actual unit (Virus Washer with Disinfectant Element) was operated in a 9-square-meter laboratory, where a virus solution was sprayed into the air for 30 minutes. Fifty minutes after the spraying was stopped, the viruses were collected, and their infectious capacity was measured with cultured cells. Test institute: The Kitasato Institute Research Center for Medical Environment.
*3: Testing method: Mold particles were suspended in an approximately 9-cubic-meter test chamber and disinfectant electrolytic mist was released into the chamber. An air sampler was used to evaluate the number of residual airborne mold particles. Testing organization: Japan Food Research Laboratories.
*4: Testing method: Disinfectant electrolytic mist was released into a 0.275-cubic-meter test chamber containing pollen particles, and the reduction in the number of pollen particles was evaluated by the enzyme antibody method. Testing organization: Osaka Medical College.
*5: Test method: Disinfectant electrolytic mist was released into a 0.275-cubic-meter test chamber containing dust mite particles, and the reduction in the number of dust mite particles was evaluated by the enzyme antibody method. Testing organization: Kobe University School of Medicine.
*6: Test method: Disinfectant electrolytic mist was released into a 0.275-cubic-meter test chamber containing dog and cat dander allergens, and the reduction in the number of dander allergens was evaluated by the enzyme antibody method (ELISA). Testing organization: Oriental Yeast Co., Ltd.
*7: Test method: Three gases with different odors (acetaldehyde, acetic acid, and ammonia) were released into a 0.275-cubic-meter test chamber and then passed through a disinfectant element. The percentage of residual gas was then measured. Testing organization: SANYO Electric.
*8: Test method: Four gases with different odors (ammonia, acetic acid, trimethylamine and methyl mercaptan) were released into a 0.275-cubic-meter test chamber and then passed through a disinfectant element. The percentage of residual gas was then measured. Testing organization: SANYO Electric.
Specifications
| Model number | VW-VF10BG | ||
| Power source | AC 220-240 V, 50-60Hz | ||
| Dimensions | mm | 790 (H) x 580 (W) x 297 (D) | |
| Weight | Product weight | kg | 33 |
| Operating weight | kg | 39 (when water supply tank is full) | |
| Exterior color (Munsell number) | Front panel: NW-K11 (VW white), Munsell value: N 8.5 Side panel: NW-K12 (VW gray), Munsell value: N 4.0 |
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| Operation | Operating modes | High / Mid / Low | |
| Ambient usage temperature | 5-35C | ||
| Water to be used | Tap water (potable) *9 | ||
| Electrical characteristics |
Power consumption | W | High: 145, Mid: 78, Low: 57 |
| Current | A | High: 2.10, Mid: 1.20, Low: 0.88 | |
| Ventilating device |
Type and number | Sirocco fan, x 1 | |
| Rated airflow | m3/min | High: 10, Mid: 5, Low: 2 | |
| Motor output (no. of poles) |
W | 60 (8) | |
| Louver | Two louvers (with swing function, closing with power OFF) | ||
| Airflow direction adjustment range |
0-23 (airflow direction position memory) | ||
| Continuous operating time *11 |
Summer | hours | High: 7, Mid: 12, Low: 18 *12 |
| Winter | hours | High: 6, Mid: 10, Low: 15 *13 | |
| Disinfectant element | Stationary type | ||
| Water supply and drainage | Water supply tank (capacity approx. 6 liters), drainage tank (capacity approx. 2 liters) | ||
| Operating noise | dB (A) | High: 49, Mid: 35, Low: 29 *10 | |
Specifications with high-performance micro-particle filter mounted
| Model number | AFT-HVW10BG | |
| Particle trapping efficiency | % | Equivalent to 65% by colorimetric assay method (equivalent to 93% by gravimetric method) |
| Rated airflow | m3/min | High: 8, Mid: 4, Low: 2 |
| Operating noise | dB (A) | High: 49, Mid: 35, Low: 29 *10 |
Options
| Water Supply Connection Kit | DP-KHVW10BG |
| High-performance micro-particle filter | AFT-HVW10BG |
Built-to-order model
| Model with built-in Water Supply Connection Kit | VW-VFD10BG |
Use only tap water for this product. The direct use of well water or purified water may cause malfunction. The consumable parts of this product must be replaced regularly to ensure satisfactory operation over a long period of time. For details, please refer to the operating instructions that come with the product. The airflow will be reduced when the high-performance micro-particle filter is mounted.
*9: Be sure to use only tap water (drinking water) for this product. The settings of the product may need to be changed to suit the water quality of some regions. Also, the tap water of some regions cannot be directly used. For details, please refer to the operating instructions that come with the product.
*10: Operating noise was measured in an anechoic chamber, with measurements taken 1 meter from the front of the product, and 1 meter above the product. These values have a tendency to increase when the product is actually installed, due to surrounding noise and vibration.
*11: The continuous operating time was measured with a full water supply tank (6 liters).
*12: Approximate times at room temperature of 27C and 47% humidity.
*13: Approximate times at room temperature of 20C and 30% humidity.
