Owner`s Manual (General)
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1. of white vinegar to each Let stand 20 minutes Then empty solution Dampen a soft cloth with white vinegar and wipe out reservoir to remove scale Rinse the water bottle and reservoir thoroughly with fresh water to remove scale and cleaning solution before disinfecting DISINFECTING UNIT 6 T Fill the water bottle and reservoir 75 full with water and add 1 teaspoon of bleach to each Wet all surfaces on water bottle and 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 and water bottle may be wiped down with a soft cloth dampened with fresh water Refill unit and re assemble per ASSEMBLY instructions SUMMER STORAGE 1 2 Clean unit as outlined in Care amp Maintenance section Discard used wick and any water in the reservoir or bottle and allow to dry thoroughly before storage Do not store with water inside reservoir or bottle 3 Do not store unit in an attic or other high temperature area 4 Install new filter at beginning of season ESSICK AIR PRODUCTS HUMIDIFIER WARRANTY POLICY EFFECTIVE APRIL 1 2008 SALES RECEIPT REQUIRED AS PROOF OF PURCHASE FOR ALL WARRANTY CLAIMS This product is warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for one year from the date of sale except for motors which are warranted for two years This warranty does not apply to filters or wicks which are customer replaceable parts This warranty2. return of the unit for repair A copy of the sales receipt is required before authorization to return a unit for repair is approved The manufacturer will repair or replace the product at its discretion with return freight paid by the manufacturer It is agreed that such repair or replacement is the exclusive remedy available from the manufacturer and that TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE OR LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES This warranty will be null amp void if purchaser attempts to repair or replace any parts which are mechanical or electrical The warranty gives the customer specific legal rights and the customer may also have other rights which vary from province to province or state to state
3. applies only to the original purchaser of the product when it is purchased from a reputable retailer dealer This warranty does not apply to damage from accident misuse alterations unauthorized repairs unauthorized use mishandling unreasonable use abuse including failure to perform reasonable maintenance normal wear and tear nor where the connected voltage is more than 5 above the nameplate voltage nor to the equipment or products being improperly installed or wired or maintained in violation of this Owner s Manual Alterations include the substitution of name brand components including but not limited to wicks and bacteria treatment THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR COMMERCIAL USE THIS IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY GIVEN BY MANUFACTURER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS AND TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS EXPRESS OR IMPLIED ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION MERCHANTABILITY AND OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE No employee agent dealer or other person is authorized to give any warranties or conditions on behalf of the manufacturer The customer shall be responsible for all costs incurred in the removal or reinstallation and shipping of the product for repairs Within the limitations of this warranty purchaser with inoperative units should contact customer service 800 547 3888 for paperwork and instructions on the
4. AirCare filter The certified water output of your humidifier will be reduced when using the AirCare filter AirCare filters are optional and are not required for normal operation of the humidifier AirCare is registered trademark of Essick Air Products 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 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 2 3 Turn off unit completely counterclockwise and unplug from outlet Lift out the water bottle and the power pack Carry bottle and base to cleaning basin Lift wick with float assembly from the base allowing the water to drain and remove float assembly from wick Rinse wick under freshwater only Do not use soap detergent or any other cleaners on the wick Leave in sink to drain REMOVING SCALE 4 5 Empty the water from the reservoir and water bottle Fill both reservoir and water bottle 1 2 full with water and add 8 oz 1 cup
5. READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS EVAPORATIVE HUMIDIFIER OWNER S CARE amp USE MANUAL MODEL H12 Series H12 300 LT OAK H12 400 OAK BURL French and Spanish Instructions included Automatic Humidistat Automatic Shutoff Se incluyen instrucciones e 3 Speed Fan En Espa ol y Franc s Quiet Setting for Nightime use Easy to clean removable power pack Directives en Francais et en espagnol compris e SAVE THE ENVIRONMENT RECYCLE APPROPRIATE MATERIALS Patents 5 037 583 5 110 511 5 133 904 Other Patents Pending To order parts and accessories Call 1 800 547 3868 185862040 03 09 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS READ BEFORE USING YOUR HUMIDIFIER 1 This appliance has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other To reduce the risk of electric shock this plug is intended to fit into a polarized 120 volt AC 15 amp outlet and 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 Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature If an extension cord must be used it should also accept the wide blade plug and meet this electrical rating 2 Do not place the cord under rugs near loose drapes in traffic areas nor near heat sources or combustible materials 3 Do not use the humidifier if the cord is damaged 4 Always unplug the power cord before filling cleaning servicing or when the unit is not in u
6. e filter onto the outside of the back of the cabinet See figure C CHASSIS POWER PACK 11 Place the chassis power pack unit into the cabinet so it fits without tipping or rocking 12 Fill the bottle water If you only have softened water available in your home you can use it but you will notice a buildup of minerals on the wick much sooner The bottle holds 2 5 gallons When filling be careful not to pressurize it by overfilling Bottle damage can result from this A fill hose is provided with your humidifier which will fit most faucets Place the water bottle into the left side of the humidifier with the valve cap end down so that the groove in the water bottle faces the inside D Replace the water bottle cover L Figure C Figure D NOTE We recommend using Essick Air Bacteriostat treatment when you refill the water bottle to eliminate bacterial growth Add bacteriostat according to the instructions on the bottle and then tighten the valve cap on your water bottle NOTE For optimum running time fill the water bottle tighten the cap and place inside unit allowing it to completely drain into the water reservoir Then refill the bottle and replace in the cabinet Do not fill the reservoir bucket as overfilling will result in water damage Use only the bottle provided OPERATION 1 Plug cord into wall receptacle Your humidifier is now ready for use The humidifier should be placed at least FOUR inches away fro
7. fier CAUTION Do NOT position the unit directly in front of a hot air duct or radiator Do NOT place on soft carpet HOW YOUR HUMIDIFIER WORKS LEGEND 1 Water bottle 2 Chassis power pack motor fan assembly 3 Evaporative wick qos N 4 Water reservoir 7 5 Dry room air intake 6 Moist air output Dry air is drawn into the humidifier though the back and moisturized as it passes through the evaporative wick It is then fanned out T into the room ASSEMBLY CONTROLS amp OPERATION 1 2 Remove the two polyfoam inserts from the top of the humidifier Lift off the water bottle cover left hand side Remove the water bottle lift off the chassis power pack and then remove the humidifier cabinet from the carton Remove the evaporative wick float assembly black rod with white float and all of the remaining packaging materials from the cabinet Check to see that you have all of the following items removed from the boxes accessory kit and cabinet before discarding the packaging Filler hose Caster kit Bacterial treatment sample Water bottle with cap Optional AirCare Filter purchased separately IMPORTANT FILLING INFORMATION 4 Your humidifier is equipped with one water bottle When both the water bottle and reservoir have emptied the humidifier fan will automatically shut off but will start again automatically when the water bottle and reservoir are refilled 5 When the bottle i
8. m any walls and away from heat registers Unrestricted airflow into the unit will result in the best efficiency and performance The H12 3 speed fan control allows you to use the low setting for the quietest operation or a high setting for maximum output REFILL H12 Control Panel All models have an automatic humidistat The humidistat will turn the humidifier on when the relative humidity in your home is below the humidistat setting and will turn the humidifier off when the relative humidity reaches the humidistat setting For initial operation set the humidistat at its midpoint two droplet setting and adjust up or down from there to achieve the desired humidity level The refill light will indicate when the unit is completely out of water The motor will also shut off To refill see Step 9 NOTE When excessive condensation exists a lower speed setting is recommended CAUTION Disconnect power before filling cleaning or servicing unit Keep grille dry at all times OPTIONAL AIRCARE FILTER The first stage of the air filter is a high efficiency electrostatically charged filter media which traps dust pollen and airborne pollutants The second stage is an activated carbon media which absorbs odors from cooking pets or tobacco smoke We recommend replacing the AirCare amp filter at least once a year and more often if necessary When the white filter media is coated with a layer of dust and dirt it is time to replace the
9. s being filled for the first time and the wick is still dry it will take approximately 20 minutes to drain the bottle into the reservoir After the bottle has emptied it should be refilled again to obtain maximum running time 6 When refilling the bottle and the wick is still wet it will take approximately 12 minutes to refill the reservoir At this time you should refill the bottle for maximum running time CASTERS 7 Turn the emptied cabinet upside down Insert each caster stem into the four caster holes on each corner of the humidifier bottom The casters should fit snugly and be inserted until the stem shoulder reaches the cabinet surface 8 Turn the cabinet right side up EVAPORATIVE WICK 9 When placing the wick back into the humidifier the rod and float assembly must also be reattached Insert the top of the float rod through the hole on the extended wick retainer attached to the top of the wick frame See figure A Holding the float in place lower the wick and float assembly together into the cabinet The wick has a mounting rib on the top edge which hooks over a rib at the inside back of the cabinet NOTE The float rod retainer must be extended prior to inserting the float rod The white float must be positioned into the pocket in the bottom of the cabinet See figure B Figure A Figure B AIR CLEANING FILTER OPTIONAL 10 The AirCare filter has four tangs that engage into four keyhole slots that mount the AirCar
10. se 5 This humidifier is ETL listed with Essick Air brand evaporative wicks in place 6 Itis very important that cleaning solutions such as bleach anti bacteria treatment or descaler which could be used to clean the cabinet are not sprayed or applied to the chassis assembly These solutions can cause serious electrical malfunction of the humidifier INTRODUCTION Your Essick Air evaporative humidifier adds invisible moisture to your home by moving dry inlet air through a saturated wick As air moves through the wick the water evaporates into the air leaving behind any white dust minerals or dissolved and suspended solids Because the water is evaporated there is no messy mist or spray and no white dust just clean and invisible moist air As the evaporative wick traps accumulated minerals from the water its ability to absorb and evaporate water decreases We recommend changing the wick at the beginning of every season In hard water areas more frequent replacement may be necessary to maintain your humidifier s efficiency Use only Essick Air brand replacement wicks and chemicals To order parts wicks and chemicals call 1 800 547 3888 The H12 Series humidifiers use Essick Air wick 1045 Only the Essick Air evaporative wick guarantees the certified output of your humidifier Use of wicks other than Essick Air brand will void your warranty as well as the certification of output and may reduce the efficiency and output of your humidi
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