I have two of these air purifiers that I cannot fix. They come in two versions. Version one has a 12 volt switching power supply in the lower left corner. Then there are three Triacs in the middle that turn power on to the devices. Then there is a 5 volt regulator over on the right side that powers the logic circuits. On mine the IC for the 12 volt power supply blew up. I tried taking a 12 volt AC adapter and powering it up that way. The green LED comes on indicating that the 5 volt power supply is working. However the LCD powers up but remains blank.
I labeled the parts in this picture.
My other air purifier is a version two device. It uses a telephone cord or a SATA cable to connect the LCD Display. The power supply in the front left corner only puts out about 2 volts and gets very hot. In this model the switching power supply makes 8 VDC, 12 VDC and 40 VDC. The test points for these are located just above the power supply transformer that is covered in metal in the picture below.
This is a close up showing the power supply test points.
Once again I used an AC adapter to provide 12 volts and 8 volts but it would not power up even then. However the AC adapter was not loaded down indicating that the switching power supply is at fault.
Does anyone have schematics or anything that would help me in fixing these?
Here is the Viper53 schematic thanks to a commentator:
Here is a link to the documents:
https://ecoquestfreshair.com/upload/iblock/9cf/FreshAir_DofC_10-08-04.pdf
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I have this board and some problem too. My version of board is second 21-41011-009.
My power input part is fully destroyed after overvoltage and i need you help.
I am need nominal of resistor R38, maybe you can measure this nominal for me?
After repair this part, i can redraw power input part and measure some points for you.
Sorry for my bad english.
Nikolay,
The air filters are someplace in my shed, I will have to dig them out. I will get back to you as soon as I find them. -Bob
Nikolay - The value of R38 is 3.9K.
Thank you very much.
With this nominal of resistor i know oscillator frequency, it is ~100 kHz.
I will try to repair this power supply on this week.
I give you name my broken parts and input schematics, if will be all good.
I send you a part of schematic by e-mail.
I just opened mine after years of not working.. nothing will come on when plugged in and the fuse is ok. I have the second gen board. I will try to test the voltage points tomorrow.. any other advise one troubleshooting this crazy thing??
I repare my board, it work!
But i replaced all elements of power input part. The total price of all elements ~15$.
As first step, you must check voltage on input capacitor, must be around 175V.
The second step, you must replace viper53 and check all elements around this IC.
If this not help, you can check output diodes and capasitors. My output capacitors is dead too, but diodes is good.
Plese help, need nominal r36, r37.
Plese help, need nominal r36, r37.
It is very similar piece of schemes:
http://u.dianyuan.com/bbs/u/82/92371255428060.jpg
r36 - 5.1 Ohm
r37 - 10 Ohm
You ever get this thing working? I've got one. The OZ TRIAC is corroded out, and I've got a filter cap near the red flyback that blew. Also, there was a lot of green corrosion which completely killed two traces to the south of that red flyback.
It was "repaired" at some point according to a sticker. But the guy who did it must have been a moron because there were plenty of ugly and even cold-looking, spherical solder joints. I think the cap had a solder joint fail and eventually arc'd itself to death.
Maybe I'm missing something, but it seems dumb as heck to leave the PCB "open to the elements" in an air purifier. Some components may need diagnosing / replacement (so maybe no to potting the whole thing in black goop), but surely letting any water and grime just drop all over the thing.
Hi Bob, Do you have a wiring diagram for Eco quest Fresh Air? when I took off front cover to clean.. a screw dropped out. As far as I can see, it is to the red wire. I don't know where it connects to. Thanks for any help!
Display show error how will rectify the issue
Display show error how will rectify the issue
The most common errors are the the filter needs cleaning or that the High Voltage Plate is cracked.
My Freshair ecoquest LCD display is not working and is no longer under warranty . I have bran new LCD display anyone know how to replace?
I need a schematic for a GreenTech fresh Air II power bd SFA3.0-PCB1-007
I need a schematic for a greenTech 3000 - Fresh air II powerboard board number SFA3.0-PCB1-007
To any one who is having trouble with the display on their Fresh Air 2, I was able to repair mine with a soldering iron and tin foil. got the idea from this youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-QZk9WCz-D8&t=509s . It is a little crude but the repair is still holding . Skip ahead to the section where he covers the fpc repair on the calculator. I did not use a wet sponge for cooling , just made a few slow pressing passes and did a check, and repeat until I had a fully working screen. Just be careful you don't get the fpc too hot or it will melt.
BJD: display replacement is fairly easy, remove the back cover, filter, and light. Unplug the 2 fan wires( I marked one so I knew where it belonged) then pull the aluminum housing up, unplug the rj6 connector, then unscrew the control/display board from the switch panel, remove the switch panel. From there you should have everything out and easily accessible for the replacement. Notes: when removing the aluminum assembly you can tip it on an angle as you separate it from the plastic, this will allow you to remove it without unplugging the other wires. Another note: there is a flex cable going from one of the boards to the buttons on the front, be sure to release its white holder or you may risk damaging the cable.
Hi Bob, what is the value of R31 and R32?
Nik, Can you send me other parts of the schematic please?
I have only this part of schematic.
http://u.dianyuan.com/bbs/u/82/92371255428060.jpg
I used to be an ecoquest distributor when they first started out - sold many fresh air units back in the day. I kept one (original Fresh Air) for myself but now it seems the power to run the ozone plate is not there, everything else is still working fine. Yes - I did replace the plate with a few different new ones to no avail. Would anyone know what the expected voltage output to the ozone plate should be? I just don't want to blow up my meter. I haven't tested the transformer output for that reason. Is there a chronic known failure point on these units as they age? I really miss having this operating in my home.It's an oldie ... but a goodie when it's working.
Schematics for original Fresh Air with parts description.
FreshAir_DofC_10-08-04.pdf
I fixed it! Looks like it was the triac on the ozone control and a fuse that I missed the first time. I monitored it under a thermal cam (never thought of it until after I fixed it) just in case the fuse blew again and I can actually see the ceramic plate 'light up' when I place it in purifier mode.
My 2.2 shuts off when the fan starts. I'm thinking capacitors but am a novice. What is happening and what's the fix?
I'm not familiar with the 2.2, I have the original FA, so just a few suggestions. Do a visual inspection first for anything obvious such as a leaking or 'domed' cap. I'm not sure if this version shuts down when the bulb goes bad but something to consider. Have you tried replacing the ozone plate? Check the mosfets/triac for a short/open since they do most of the heavy lifting. Testing done with POWER OFF. I didn't have any luck finding a service manual or schematic for mine online.
Anyone know the value of R11 on the verson 2 boards? I have one with the FQD1020L FET burned out and R11 is toast!
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