IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ BEFORE USING YOUR HUMIDIFIER
1. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the
risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized 120-volt AC, 15 amp
outlet, and only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety
feature. If an extension cord must be used, it should also accept the wide blade plug
and meet this electrical rating.
2. Do not place the cord under rugs, near loose drapes, in traffic areas, nor near heat
sources or combustible materials.
3. Do not use the humidifier if the cord is damaged.
4. Always unplug the power cord before filling, cleaning, servicing, or when the unit
is not in use.
5. This humidifier is ETL listed with Essick Air brand evaporative wicks in place.
6. It is very important that cleaning solutions such as bleach, anti-bacteria treatment or
descaler, which could be used to clean the cabinet, are not sprayed or applied to the
chassis assembly. These solutions can cause serious electrical malfunction of the
humidifier.
INTRODUCTION
Your Essick Air evaporative humidifier adds invisible moisture to your home by moving dry
inlet air through a saturated wick. As air moves through the wick, the water evaporates into
the air, leaving behind any white dust, minerals, or dissolved and suspended solids.
Because the water is evaporated, there is no messy mist or spray and no white dust, just
clean and invisible moist air.
As the evaporative wick traps accumulated minerals from the water, its ability to absorb and
evaporate water decreases. We recommend changing the wick at the beginning of every
season. In hard water areas, more frequent replacement may be necessary to maintain
your humidifier’s efficiency.
Use only Essick Air brand replacement wicks and chemicals.
To order parts, wicks and chemicals call 1-800-547-3888. The H12 Series humidifiers use Essick
Air wick #1045. Only the Essick Air evaporative wick guarantees the certified output of your
humidifier. Use of wicks other than Essick Air brand will void your warranty as well as the
certification of output and may reduce the efficiency and output of your humidifier.
CAUTION:
Do NOT position the unit directly in front of a hot air duct or radiator. Do
NOT place on soft carpet
.
HOW YOUR HUMIDIFIER WORKS
LEGEND:
1. Water bottle
2. Chassis/power pack
(motor/fan assembly)
3. Evaporative wick
4. Water reservoir
5. Dry room air intake
6. Moist air output
Dry air is drawn into
the humidifier
though the back and
moisturized as it
passes through the
evaporative wick. It
is then fanned out
into the room.
