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Trouble Shooting for your Cool Mist Humidifier
Trouble
• LED not illuminated.
• Mist output minimal to
none.
• Water leaks from water
reservoir.
• Water Filter turns brown.
• Film on water reservoir.
• Water cloudy.
• Humidistat cycles on/off.
• Very tight reservoir cap.
Probable Cause
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Unit not plugged in.
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Power failure.
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Filter has not
absorbed water.
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Mineral buildup in base.
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Humidistat is set too low.
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Wick Filter needs
to be replaced.
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Normal operation.
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Rubber O-ring is missing
or improperly placed.
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Reservoir Cap not
tight enough.
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Your filter needs
to be changed.
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In areas with particular
hard water your wick
filter will need to be
changed frequently.
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Mineral deposits cause
film on tank to build up.
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Filter needs
to be replaced.
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Using warm water
to refill reservoir.
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Humidifier is reacting
to room humidity level.
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Over tightened.
Solution
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Plug in unit.
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Check circuit breaker or
outlet.
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Wait 15 minutes before
starting humidifier.
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Regular cleaning of tray
after each use will help
keep the unit functioning
properly.
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Set the humidistat to
high.
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Replace your wick filter
(BWF100) by calling
1-800-788-5350, or visit
www.bionaire.com.
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Mist is invisible.
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Check to see if inlet or
outlet grills are blocked
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Remove reservoir
cap then replace
or reposition ring.
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Tighten the
reservoir cap.
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Replace your wick filter
(BWF100) by calling
1-800-788-5350, or visit
www.bionaire.com.
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Use Clean-Away
TM
Solution (DMS216), to
order call
1-800-788-5350, or visit
www.bionaire.com.
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Replace your wick filter
(BWF100) by calling
1-800-788-5350, or visit
www.bionaire.com.
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Refill using cool water.
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Set the humidistat to a
higher or lower setting.
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Add liquid soap or
petroleum jelly to cap
gasket to ease opening.
Fig 3
5. Check the Filter Monitor to see if it is time to replace
the filters. Depending on water hardness in your area,
it may be necessary to change the filter every 1-2
months. Re-insert the wick filters into the wick frame.
6. Refill the water tank as directed with cool tap water,
replace the humidifier housing, and turn the unit on.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
If your humidifier will not be in use for two days or more, or
at the end of the season follow these instructions.
1. Clean and dry the humidifier thoroughly as per the
“Weekly Maintenance” instructions.
2. Let the humidifier dry completely before storing. Do not
store with water inside the base or water reservoir.
3. Remove the reservoir cap. Do not store with the reservoir
cap in place.
4. Throw away the wick filters. Do not leave a wick filters
inside the humidifier.
5. Store in a cool dry location.
6. Order your new filters so they will be ready for next
season.
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void the
warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user
serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by
qualified personnel only.
2. If you need to exchange the unit, please return it in its
original carton, with a sales receipt, to the store where
you purchased it. If you are returning the unit more than
30 days after the date of purchase, please see the
enclosed warranty.
3. Should your humidifier require service, please call
1-800-788-5350 in North America for further assistance.
4. If you have any other questions or comments, feel free to
write to us or
visit our website www.bionaire.com
The Holmes Group, Inc.
Consumer Service Department
32B Spur Drive
El Paso, TX 79906
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