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HUMIDIFIER SAFETY
PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THESE IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance
directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
3. Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To avoid fire
hazard, NEVER put the cord under rugs or near heat
registers.
4. DO NOT place humidifier near heat sources such as
stoves, radiators, and heaters. DO locate your
humidifier on an inside wall near an electrical outlet. The
humidifier should be at least 4 inches (10 cm) away
from the wall for best results.
5. NEVER place humidifier in an area where it is accessible
to children. NEVER use humidifier in a closed room,
particularly where a child may be sleeping, resting, or
playing (a closed room may result in excessive humidity).
6. WARNING: Do not attempt to clean or refill humidifier
without first unplugging the unit from its electrical outlet.
Failure to heed this warning may cause personal injury.
Be sure to unplug the unit by pulling on the plug and not
the cord.
7. Never place anything over moisture outlet when the unit
is running.
8. NEVER drop or insert any object into any openings.
9. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord
or plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or if it has
been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return
appliance to manufacturer for examination, electrical or
mechanical adjustment, or repair.
10.Use appliance only for intended household use as
described in this manual. Any other use not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons. The use of
attachments not recommended or sold by the
manufacturer may cause hazards.
11.DO NOT use outdoors.
12.Always place humidifier on a firm, flat, level surface. A
waterproof mat or pad is recommended for use under
the humidifier. NEVER place it on a rug or carpet, or on
a finished floor that may be damaged by exposure to
water or moisture.
13.DO NOT allow the Moisture Outlet to directly face the
wall. Moisture could cause damage, particularly to wall
paper.
14.Humidifier should be unplugged when not in use.
15.NEVER tilt, move, or attempt to empty unit while it is
operating. Shut off and unplug before removing the
water tank and moving the unit.
16.This humidifier requires daily and weekly maintenance
to operate appropriately. Refer to daily and weekly
cleaning procedures. Use only cleaners and additives
recommended by the manufacturer.
17.NEVER use detergents, gasoline, glass cleaner,
furniture polish, paint thinner, or other household
solvents to clean any part of the humidifier.
18.Excessive humidity in a room can cause water
condensation on windows and some furniture. If this
happens, turn the humidifier OFF.
19.Do not use humidifier in an area where humidity level is
in excess of 50%. Use a hygrometer, available at your
local retailer or through the manufacturer, to measure
the humidity.
20.DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void
your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user
serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by
qualified personnel only.
21.Never place housing under water flow or immerse in
liquids.
22.Do not plug in the cord with wet hands: electric shock
could result.
23.Do not pour water in any openings other than the water
tank.
24.To prevent damage to surfaces, do not place humidifier
under overhanging surfaces.
25.NEVER operate unit without water in the tank.
26.Do not move unit after it has been used until unit cools
completely.
27.Use both hands when carrying full tank of water.
PLEASE SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
NOTE: This is an electrical appliance and requires
attention when in use.
NOTE: If moisture forms on the walls or windows of the
room, turn off the humidifier. The room already has plenty
of humidity and additional moisture may cause damage.
NOTE: DO NOT block air inlet or outlet.
CORD AND PLUG INSTALLATION SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance has a POLARIZED AC
PLUG (one blade is wider than the
other). To reduce the risk of electric
shock, this plug is intended to fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFY THIS PLUG OR
DEFEAT THIS SAFETY FEATURE IN ANY WAY.
The length of cord used on this appliance was selected to
reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in, or tripping
over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary an
approved extension cord may be used. The electrical
rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater
than the rating of the humidifier (refer to the rating label
placed on the humidifier). Care must be taken to arrange
the extension cord so that it will not drape over the
countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by
children or accidentally tripped over.
PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Be sure the humidifier is switched off (the Slider Wheel
is turned all the way towards the left).
2. Select a location for your humidifier, on a flat level
surface about 4 inches (10 cm) away from the wall.
DO NOT place the humidifier on a finished floor or near
furniture, which can be damaged by too much moisture
or water. Place on a moisture resistant surface.
3. Remove the tank from the main housing.
4. Bring the tank to the sink, turn upside down and twist off
the tank cap by turning counter clockwise. Fill tank with
cool, fresh tap water. DO NOT fill with warm water as this
may cause leaking. Replace the cap on tank FIRMLY.
The tank capacity and run time for each model are
listed below:
5. Place tank back on to the base. The tank will
immediately begin to empty into the base.
6. Plug the humidifier into a 120V electrical outlet.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. To turn the humidifier on, switch the Slider Wheel to
produce the highest moisture level. A lower setting will
produce lower moisture level but with longer run time
(for BU5110 only). The detailed settings for each model
are shown as below:
BU5110: Low ( ) High
BU5210: Off (
O
) - On ( )
2. When the humidifier runs out of water, the transducer
will automatically shut off and the fan will keep running
to dry any residual water out of the base and chamber.
3. Once the tank is empty, turn the Slider Wheel to the Off
position and unplug the unit.
4. Before refilling the tank, empty any residual water from
the base and tank. Follow daily maintenance instructions.
5. Fill tank with cool, fresh tap water. DO NOT fill with warm
water as this may cause leaking. Replace the cap on tank
FIRMLY. Follow step 5-6 in pre-operating instructions.
WARNING: Do not tilt, move, or attempt to empty unit
while it is operating. Shut off and unplug before removing
the water tank and moving the unit.
IMPORTANT: If you do not plan to use your humidifier for
two or more days, make sure any residual water is drained
from the water tank and base to prevent any algae or
bacteria growth in stagnant water. Make sure the tank is dry.
NOTE: This humidifier is equipped with an agency
required overflow feature. To prevent spillage or overflow
of water, avoid tilting the humidifier while carrying.
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 humidifier's 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 tank from the humidifier and place in sink
or tub.
3. 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. Refill with cool tap water. Do not overfill.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
To Remove Scale:
1. Repeat steps 1-3 above.
2. Clean the base by partially
filling it with one 8-oz
(0.24 litre) cups of undiluted
white vinegar or by using
Clean-Away
TM
solution (model
DMS216) by the manufacturer.
Leave this solution in the tank
for 20 minutes, while cleaning
all interior surfaces with a soft
brush (brush not included).
Gently scrub the area around the transducer with a soft
brush. Remove the scale by wiping the entire base with
a cloth dampened with undiluted white vinegar.
3. Rinse clean with warm water to remove cleaning
solution before disinfecting the tank.
To Disinfect Tank
1. Fill humidifier tank 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 tank after 20 minutes, and rinse
with warm water until you cannot detect any bleach
smell. Dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.
4. Refill the water tank as directed in Operating
Instructions, and turn the unit on.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
When not using your humidifier for an extended period of
time:
1. 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.
2. Place the humidifier in the original carton and store in a
cool, dry place.
REPLACEMENT ACCESSORIES
To order the replacement accessories you can do any of
the following:
• Visit your local retailer
• Go to www.bionaire.com
• Call consumer service at 1-800-253-2764
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void the
warranty. The inside of humidifier contains no user
serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by
qualified personnel only.
Should your humidifier require service, please call
1-800-253-2764 in North America for further assistance.
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 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 as 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.
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, Brampton, Ontario L6Y 0M1.
BU5110/BU5210CN08EFM1 Printed in China
Model
Tank Capacity
(gallon/litre)
Runs Up To
(hrs)
BU5110
2.0/8.0
0.6/2.3
36
19
BU5210
A. Tank
B. Humidifier Base
C. Slider Wheel
(not shown on BU5210)
D. Humidifier Top Cover
(BU5210 Only)
E. Fan Outlet
(not shown on BU5210)
A
B
B
BU5210
BU5110
D
A
C
E
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
QUESTIONS
ANSWER
• What are the
variables that
affect run time?
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 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.
•How do I
remove film on
water tank?
See Daily Maintenance instructions.
Regular cleaning is recommended.
• How can I
extend the
run time?
1. Run your unit on the lowest setting.
(not applicable to BU5210)
2. 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.
Troubleshooting for your
Ultrasonic Humidifier
Trouble Probable Cause Solution
• Water Leaks
from tank
Tank rubber ring is
missing.
Cap not tight enough.
Tank water is Hot.
Remove tank
cap and replace
or reposition ring.
Tighten the cap.
Fill with cool
water only.
Avoid moving the
unit when the
tank is full.
• Crack in tank
• Film on tank
Hot water will cause
tank to pressurize.
Tanks will crack if
hit or dropped.
Mineral deposits Clean/disinfect
tank as instructed
in weekly cleaning
instructions.
Fill with cool
water only.
Handle tank with
Care.
ULTRASONIC humidifier
128662
Figure 3
Figure 1
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would like to learn more about other Bionaire
®
products, please contact our Consumer Service
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BU5210-CN
BU5110-CN
Overflow Feature
BU5210
Overflow Feature
BU5110
Figure 2
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