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MINERAL ABSORPTION PAD INSTRUCTIONS
Warm mist humidifi ers do not spread fi ne mineral dust into the air that you breathe
nor on your furniture, the way that other type humidifi ers do. The mineral dust
remains trapped in the humidifi er hot water reservoir. Use of mineral absorption pads
will play a major role in capturing and removing minerals from hot water reservoir,
and preventing a stubborn mineral buildup. The unit can run without pads, but more
frequent cleaning will be required. This unit uses pad
HMP-15P
.
1. Before starting humidifi er, place mineral absorption pad in the hot water reservoir.
After the humidifi er has been operating, the water will become HOT, and CAUTION
should be exercised when handling mineral absorption pad. It is best to allow
humidifi er water to cool down, and to use tongs or long tweezers when handling pad.
2. The useful life of the mineral absorption pad will vary, depending on the mineral
content of the water used. In areas of moderate mineral content water supply,
the mineral absorption pad should be changed after approximately (3) weeks of
continuous use. If the water is “Hard Water”, the pad should be changed more
frequently. The best way to tell when the pad should be changed is to examine it
AFTER the water has cooled down, to see if it is still soft and pliable. When the pad
is near the end of its life, it becomes stiff and hard and should be replaced with a
new pad. Another sign to change pad is when scale begins to buildup on interior
of hot water reservoir.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Water contains minerals and other particles. During operation most of these minerals
will remain in the water reservoir. Gradual buildup of deposits will coat the hot water
reservoir and reduce its effi
ciency. The importance of routine cleaning and care
cannot be over-emphasized. Hard water contains more minerals and other particles.
If pad appears to disintegrate (normally due to use of softened water) discontinue use
of pads.
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to perform the necessary cleaning steps will damage unit.
1. Before cleaning, set CONTROLS to “OFF” (
O
) position and unplug unit.
2. Remove water tank from humidifi er base, and drain water from tank.
3. Allow at least 15 minutes for the hot water to cool after shutting unit “OFF” (
O
)
before moving base, or removing mineral absorption pad. Remove mineral
absorption pad from hot water reservoir using tweezers or tongs to prevent burns
from hot water. When the cleaning procedure is completed, replace mineral
absorption pad. To drain water from humidifi er base, grasp with both hands and
tilt to the side, draining water into the sink. BE CAREFUL NOT TO HAVE DRAINING
WATER FALL INTO CONTROLS OR VENT OPENINGS. DO NOT drain in any manner
other than indicated. WARNING: DO NOT place directly under running faucet. Turn
the base upside down and remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise. Clean
out any foreign matter that has accumulated inside the fi tting from which the
cap was removed. After cleaning, replace this cap tightly by hand. Pour a small
amount of water into the hot water reservoir and check for leaks from this cap
under the base.
4. Pour about 1 cup of white vinegar into either reservoir and allow it to soak for only
20 to 30 minutes.
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