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MODEL: BCM646
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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.
127053/9100030004879
☎
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 tank. 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 tank 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 tank into the sink and rinse
tank thoroughly. Wipe clean, and dry with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
5. Put filter back in, replace the housing, then refill tank
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 above.
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 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 tank.
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.
BCM64608EM1 Printed in China
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
When not using your humidifier for an extended period
of time:
1. Dispose of the filters. DO NOT leave in unit.
2. Clean, rinse and thoroughly dry the humidifier as
directed in weekly maintenance. DO NOT leave any
water in the unit when storing. Leaving water in the
unit may render the unit inoperable for the following
season.
3. Place the humidifier in the original carton and store in
a cool, dry place.
4. Order your replacement filter for next year’s use.
FILTER#: BWF100/HWF100 (2)
Filter Type: Wick
TROUBLESHOOTING
Trouble
• Unit does not turn on
• Mist output minimal
to none
• Filter turns brown
• FilterCheck
®
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
✔ Replace your filter (BWF100)
by calling 1-800-253-2764 or
visiting: www.bionaire.com
✔ Allow the humidifier to run
continuously for 60 minutes
for the FilterCheck
®
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
average 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 clos-
ing 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 tank all the way full, place it on the base, let the
water empty into the base until it stops bubbling, then
refill the tank full again. This ensures maximum water
capacity and will extend run time.
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.
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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