FILTER WASHING PROCEDURE
1. The water tray should be cleaned when you clean the
filter. The water tray is a convenient way to carry the
filter to prevent dripping.
2. Mix 1 gallon warm tap water with 1 teaspoon
concentrated antibacterial liquid dish washing soap.
3. Fully submerge filter in soap solution for 15-20 minutes.
4. Dunk filter in soap solution several times then gently
press to release the soapy water. Be sure not to
wring, pull or scrub filter as this will degrade the filter.
5. Run under cool tap water until there is no soap
remaining. Some discoloration may still be visible, this
is normal and does not affect performance.
6. Gently shake or press the filter to remove excess water.
7. The filter can be put directly into the humidifier while
still damp if it is to be used right away, or allow filter to
dry completely if humidifier is to be stored.
Should your filter become damaged or lost, please call
the customer service number listed in the manual for a
replacement part. The part number for this filter is:
BWF100P/HWF100P.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Humidifiers provide comfort by adding moisture to dry,
heated indoor air. To benefit most from the humidifier and
avoid product misuse, follow all instructions carefully.
Please note that this is an electrical appliance and
requires attention when in use.
In addition, if you do not follow the recommended care
and maintenance guidelines, micro-organisms may be
able to grow in the water within the water reservoir. You
must routinely follow the cleaning procedures that follow
in order to ensure proper, efficient operation of your
humidifier. Proper maintenance and cleaning is essential
to the continued performance of your unit and the
avoidance of algae or bacteria build-up.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
1. Be sure the unit is OFF and is disconnected from the
electrical outlet.
2. Remove the housing and the reservoir from the
humidifier and place in sink or tub.
3. Carry the base of the unit to the sink, remove the wick
place in sink, drain any remaining water and rinse
thoroughly to remove any sediment or dirt. Wipe
clean, and dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.
4. Drain the water from the reservoir into the sink and
rinse reservoir thoroughly. Wipe clean, and dry with a
clean cloth or paper towel.
5. Put filter back in, replace the housing, then refill
reservoir with cool tap water as instructed earlier in
the Filling Instructions. Do not overfill.
6. Follow Operating Instructions.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
To Remove Scale:
1. Repeat steps 1-4 in the Daily Maintenance section.
2. Clean the base by partially filling the base with one 8-
oz cup of undiluted white vinegar, or by using Clean
Away
TM
(Model DMS216) by the manufacturer. Leave
this solution in the base for 20 minutes, while cleaning
all the interior surfaces with a soft brush. Remove
base scale by wiping the base with a cloth dampened
with undiluted white vinegar.
3. Rinse with clean warm water to remove the cleaning
solution before disinfecting the reservoir.
TO DISINFECT RESERVOIR
1. Fill humidifier reservoir 1/2 full with water and 1/2
tablespoon of chlorine bleach.
2. Let the solution stand for 20 minutes, swishing every
few minutes. Wet all surfaces.
3. Carefully empty the reservoir after 20 minutes, and
rinse with warm water until you can not detect any
bleach smell. Dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.
4. Place filter back into reservoir and refill the water
reservoir as directed in Operating Instructions, 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. Follow Filter Washing Procedure before storage.
Ensure that the filter is completely dry before being
stored.
5. Store in a cool dry location.
1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden
Consumer Solutions or if in Canada, Sunbeam
Corporation (Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden
Consumer Solutions (collectively “JCS”) warrants that for
a period of one year from the date of purchase, this
product will be free from defects in material and
workmanship. JCS, at its option, will repair or replace this
product or any component of the product found to be
defective during the warranty period. Replacement will be
made with a new or remanufactured product or
component. If the product is no longer available,
replacement may be made with a similar product of equal
or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty. Do NOT
attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical
functions on this product. Doing so will void this warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from
the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable.
Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is
required to obtain warranty performance. JCS dealers,
service centers, or retail stores selling JCS products do
not have the right to alter, modify or any way change the
terms and conditions of this warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or
damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use
or misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or
current, use contrary to the operating instructions,
disassembly, repair or alteration by anyone other than
JCS or an authorized JCS service center. Further, the
warranty does not cover: Acts of God, such as fire, flood,
hurricanes and tornadoes.
What are the limits on JCS’s Liability?
JCS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential
damages caused by the breach of any express, implied
or statutory warranty or condition.
Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any
implied warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness
for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the
duration of the above warranty.
JCS disclaims all other warranties, conditions or
representations, express, implied, statutory or otherwise.
JCS shall not be liable for any damages of any kind
resulting from the purchase, use or misuse of, or inability
to use the product including incidental, special,
consequential or similar damages or loss of profits, or for
any breach of contract, fundamental or otherwise, or for
any claim brought against purchaser by any other party.
Some provinces, states or jurisdictions do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply
to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights that vary from province to province,
state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
How to Obtain Warranty Service
In the U.S.A.
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would
like to obtain warranty service, please call
1-800-253-2764 and a convenient service center
address will be provided to you.
In Canada
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would
like to obtain warranty service, please call
1-800-253-2764 and a convenient service center
address will be provided to you.
In the U.S.A., this warranty is offered by Sunbeam
Products, Inc. doing business Jarden Consumer
Solutions located in Boca Raton, Florida 33431. In
Canada, this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Corporation
(Canada) Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer
Solutions, located at 20 B Hereford Street, Brampton,
Ontario L6Y 0M1. If you have any other problem or claim
in connection with this product, please write our
Consumer Service Department.
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY
OF THESE ADDRESSES OR TO THE PLACE OF
PURCHASE.
© 2008 Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden
Consumer Solutions. All Rights Reserved. Distributed by
Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden
Consumer Solutions, Boca Raton, Florida 33431.
BCM65808EM1
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Read instructions before operating.
Retain for future reference.
Instruction Leaflet
INFO-LINE
If after having read this leaflet, you have any
questions or comments on your humidifier,
call
1-800-253-2764
in North America.
127056/9100030004882
☎
Digital cool mist
humidifier
with permanent filter
MODEL
BCM658
FILTER# BWF100P/HWF100P (2)
Filter Type: Permanent Wick
Troubleshooting
Trouble
• Unit does not turn on.
• Mist output minimal to none.
• Filter turns brown.
• FilterClean
TM
is not working.
• Humidifier continuously
displays 21%.
• Humidifier continuously
displays 90%.
Probable Cause
☛
Not plugged in.
☛
Filter has not
absorbed water.
☛
The filter has absorbed
minerals.
☛
Takes 60 minutes to register.
☛
Humidity at the humidifier is
at or below 21%.
☛
Humidity at the humidifier is
at or above 90%.
Solution
✔
Plug in unit.
✔
Wait 30 minutes for filter
to absorb water.
✔
Wash your wick filter
(BWF100P/HWF100P).
Follow the Filter Washing
Procedure located on this
manual.
✔
Allow the humidifier to run
continuously for 60 minutes
for the FilterClean
TM
Indicator to reflect the filter
condition.
✔
Continue to operate
humidifier to raise the room
humidity.
✔
Stop operating the
humidifier if the humidity
level is too high.
Frequently Asked Questions
Question
•
What are the variables that
affect run time?
•
How do I remove film on
water tank?
•
How can I extend the run
time?
Answer
☛
The estimated run time for this humidifier is based on aveage
room conditions. The actual run time of your humidifier
is dependent on numerous variables such as:
1. Air exchange in the room where the humidifier is
placed.
2. Room construction of the room where the humidifier is
placed.
3. Temperature of the room where the humidifier is
placed.
4. Humidity levels in the room where the humidifier is
placed.
5. Movement of occupants and the opening and closing of
doors in the room where the humidifier is placed.
6. Home furnishings in the room where the humidifier is
placed.
☛
See Daily Maintenance instructions. Regular cleaning is
recommended.
☛
Run your unit on the lowest setting.
☛
If your unit has electronics, set it to your desired humidity
level. The unit will turn on and off, which will extend the run
time.
☛
Fill the reservoir all the way full, place it on the base, let the
water empty into the base until it stops bubbling, then refill
the reservoir full again. This ensures maximum water
capacity and will extend run time.
If you have any questions regarding your product or
would like to learn more about other Bionaire
®
products, please contact our Consumer Service
Department at 1-800-253-2764 or visit our website at
www.bionaire.com.
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