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is an electrical appliance, and requires attention when in use.
In addition, if you do not follow the recommended care and
maintenance instructions, micro-organisms may be able to grow
in the water within the humidifier’s water tank.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
1. Before cleaning, set the mode to the OFF position and unplug
the unit from the electrical outlet.
2. Lift off the water tank and the humidifier housing.
3. Carry the base and the water tank to the sink, remove
the filter, then drain and rinse the base and water tank
thoroughly to remove any sediment and dirt. Wipe clean and
dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.
4. Put the filter back in the unit, replace the humidifier housing,
then refill the water tank with cool tap water as instructed
under “Filling the Water Tank”.
5. If moisture forms on the walls or windows, turn off the
humidifier.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
Remove scale:
1. Repeat steps 1-3 above.
2. Clean the base by partially filling the base with one 8-oz cup
of undiluted white vinegar, or use Clean-Away
TM
by Bionaire
®
.
Let solution stand 20 minutes, cleaning all interior surfaces
with a soft brush. Dampen a cloth with undiluted white
vinegar and wipe out entire base to remove scale.
3. Rinse with clean warm water to remove scale and the white
vinegar solution before beginning to disinfect the tank.
4. Remove the float from the bottom of the humidifier housing
and remove any scale by soaking in vinegar or Clean-Away
TM
solution. Rinse thoroughly and re-install the float into the unit.
DISINFECT TANK:
1. Fill water tank with 1 teaspoon of chlorine bleach and 1 gallon
of water.
2. Let the solution stand for 20 minutes, swishing every few
minutes. Wet all surfaces.
3. Empty the reservoir after 20 minutes, and rinse well with water
until the bleach smell is gone. Dry with a clean cloth of paper
towel.
4. Check to see if it is time to change the wick filter.
5. Refill the water tank with cool water, replace the humidifier
housing and the water tank. Repeat Operating Instructions.
4) Push + or - to adjust the number of hours that will pass
before it turns itself on.
4.1) you can choose from; 1to16 hours
4.2) 1 through 16 will scroll in a continuous loop
5) The whole screen flashes for 5 seconds after last
button push of + or - then goes back to previous mode
5.1) The timer will turn the unit on and run for 2 hrs.
During the 2 hours, the digital humidistat will main-
tain the room in auto – high at the default of 45%.
6) At any time if you unlock the remote and push the
mode button on the remote, the timer setting will be
erased and "timer" will disappear from the screen.
7) To check how much time is remaining, press and hold the +
and – buttons simultaneously.
REPLACING THE WICK FILTER
Through normal use, waterborne minerals and sediment become
trapped in the wick filter. The harder your water, the greater the
amount of minerals in the water, and the more often you will need
to change your wick filter. You will be able to check the life of the
filter on your humidifier by checking the Filter Monitor located on
the moisture outlet. When the unit is not in operation, the Filter
Monitor will also read as OFF. When the unit is turned on, the
Filter Monitor needle will need 60 minutes to read the current filter
condition. If the needle reads change after 60 minutes, then filter
replacement is needed. Regular filter replacement is necessary to
ensure optimal humidifier performance.
To replace the wick filter, follow the steps below.
1. Turn the unit off and unplug the humidifier from the electrical
outlet.
2. Open the filter housing using the tab on the left side of the
filter door.
3. Discard the old wick filter and insert a new wick filter into the
hanging tabs.
4. Repeat “Operating Instructions” steps listed within. it will take
about 30 minutes for the humidifier to reach maximum output.
You can obtain your filter model by calling 1-800-788-5350 in
North America or by visiting your nearest retailer or authorized
service center.
This humidifier takes model WF6000 replacement filter.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Humidifiers provide comfort by adding moisture to dry, heated
indoor air. To get the most benefit from the humidifier and avoid
product misuse, follow all instructions carefully, specifically the
operation, care and maintenance guidelines. Please note that this
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