7
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning your humidifier regularly helps eliminate odors and bacterial and
fungal growth.
Ordinary household bleach is a good disinfectant and can be used to
wipe out the humidifier base and bottle/reservoir after cleaning .We recommend
cleaning your humidifier at least once every two weeks to maintain optimum
environmental conditions for your home.
We also recommend using AIRCARE
®
or
Essick Air
®
Bacteriostat Treatment each time you refill your humidifier to
eliminate bacterial growth.
Add bacteriostat according to the instructions on the
bottle. Please call 1-800-547-3888 to order Bacteriostat Treatment, part number 1970.
REMOVING SCALE
1) Turn off unit and unplug from outlet.
2) Remove water bottles from the humidifier and place it with the cap up in a
secure location. Locate the two internal spring latches on the front and rear of
the base. Releasing these latches will allow removal of the top housing. Flex
the rear latch and lift the back of the top housing off the base far enough to
clear the latch. Flex the front latch and lift the complete top housing away
from the base. Place the top housing on a flat surface.
3) Carry base to sink and wash it following the instructions in the and
DISINFECTING UNIT sections below.
4) Lift the wicks from the base allowing excess water to drain.
5) Rinse wicks under freshwater only. Do not use soap, detergent, or any other
cleaners on the wicks. Leave in sink to drain.
6) Empty the water from the base and water bottles. Fill the base and water
bottles with water and add 8 oz. (1 cup) of white vinegar. Let stand 20
minutes. Then empty solution.
7) Dampen a soft cloth with white vinegar and wipe out water bottles and base to
remove scale. Rinse the water bottles and base thoroughly with fresh water
to remove scale and cleaning solution before disinfecting.
DISINFECTING UNIT
8) Fill the water bottles and base with water and adding 1 teaspoon of bleach to
each bottle. Dampen a soft cloth with solution and wipe all surfaces on water
bottles and base. Let solution stay for 20 minutes, then rinse with water until
bleach smell is gone. Dry with clean cloth. The outside of the unit and water
bottle may be wiped down with a soft cloth dampened with fresh water.
9) Refill unit and re-assemble per
ASSEMBLY
instructions.
SUMMER STORAGE
1)
Clean unit as outlined in Care & Maintenance section.
2)
Discard used wicks and any water in the reservoir and allow cabinet to
dry thoroughly before storage.
Do not
store with water inside reservoir.
3)
Do not store unit in an attic or other high-temperature area, as damage will
occur.
4)
Install new filter at beginning of season.
