Model Handbook

Levoit Core 300 air purifier makes an unusual noise while the fan is on

Cause 1 of 3The filter is out of position or the purifier stands on an uneven surface. Source: Troubleshooting, p. 13

First checkCheck that the filter is properly in place with the plastic packaging removed.

Causes and checks

  1. The filter is out of position or the purifier stands on an uneven surface. Source: Troubleshooting, p. 13

    1. Check that the filter is properly in place with the plastic packaging removed.
    2. Place the purifier on a hard, flat, even surface.

  2. The filter is due for replacement. Source: Troubleshooting, p. 13

    1. Replace the filter. See Replace the filter.

  3. The purifier may be damaged or a foreign object may be inside. Source: Troubleshooting; Customer Support, pp. 13, 18

    Levoit Customer Support Stop using the purifier and contact Levoit Customer Support: 1-888-726-8520. Do not try to repair it. Contact: 1-888-726-8520 or support.levoit.com.

Service

If the checks above do not clear it, contact Levoit Customer Support: 1-888-726-8520, support.levoit.com. United States (Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm PST/PDT). Source: Customer Support, p. 18

Other Core 300 problems

Sources

  1. User Manual, Core 300 series and Core 300-P series air purifier (Core 300, Core 300-RAC). Arovast Corporation. Document HEAPAPLVNUS0161Y, revision A2-241204, 20 pages, en-US. levoit.com (PDF). Listed on the manufacturer's support page. Retrieved 13 November 2026.

Page numbers are the numbers printed in the manual. Where this page and the manual differ, follow the manual.

Applies to
Core 300, Core 300-RAC. United States.
Source
User Manual, Core 300 series and Core 300-P series air purifier (Core 300, Core 300-RAC), HEAPAPLVNUS0161Y revision A2-241204
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Handbook
Levoit Core 300 air purifier in Air purifiers; all Levoit handbooks