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HUMIDITY CONTROL
NOTE:
This unit has an automatic humidistat that cycles the humidifier on and off
as required to maintain the selected setting.
3. At initial startup the relative humidity of the room will be displayed.
4. Each time you push the Humidity Control Button the setting will increase in
5% increments. At 65% set point, the unit will operate continuously.
OTHER INDICATIONS
5. The control will
display a flashing “F” when the water reservoir is empty.
When the unit is completely out of water, the motor will shut off. Follow the
directions under IMPORTANT FILLING INSTRUCTIONS
6. This humidifier has a check filter reminder timed to appear after 720 hours of
operation. When the Check Filter (CF) message is displayed, disconnect the
power cord and check the condition of the filter. The CF function will reset
after the unit is plugged back in.
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 cabinet 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 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 reference part number 1970.
1) Turn off unit completely and unplug from outlet.
2) Lift out the power pack.
3) Roll or carry the base to cleaning basin. Lift wick from the base allowing
the water to drain. Remove float assembly. Rinse wick under fresh water
only. Do not use soap, detergent, or any other cleaners on the wick.
Leave in sink to drain.
REMOVING SCALE
4) Empty any residual water from the reservoir. Fill reservoir ½ full of water
and add 8 oz. (1 cup) of white vinegar. Let stand 20 minutes. Then pour
out the solution.
5) Dampen a soft cloth with white vinegar and wipe out reservoir to remove
scale. Rinse the reservoir thoroughly with fresh water to remove scale and
cleaning solution before disinfecting.
DISINFECTING UNIT
6) Fill the reservoir ½ full with water and add 1 teaspoon of bleach. Wet all
surfaces on cabinet. Let solution stay for 20 minutes, then rinse with water
until bleach smell is gone. Dry with clean cloth. The outside of the unit
may be wiped down with a soft cloth dampened with fresh water.
7) Refill unit and re-assemble per ASSEMBLY instructions.
SUMMER STORAGE
1) Clean unit as outlined in Care & Maintenance section.
2) Discard used wick and any water in the reservoir and allow 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 seaso
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