GE 106663 User's Manual
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1. Add liquid soap to Tank Cap Ring to ease opening REPLACEMENT ACCESSORY To order call 1 877 207 0923 e 106763 Replacement Filter SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS 1 Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit Doing so will void the warranty 2 If you have any questions regarding this units operation or believe any repair is necessary please call 1 877 207 0923 to speak with a Customer Service Representative 3 If you need to exchange the unit please return it in its original carton with a sales receipt to the store you purchased it If you are returning the unit more than 30 days after the date of purchase please see the enclosed warranty 4 If you have any other questions or comments feel free to write us Customer Service Department PO Box 769 Milford MA 01757 0769 For your own records staple or attach your sales receipt to this manual Also please take a moment to write the store name location and date purchased below STORE NAME LOCATION DATE PURCHASED STAPLE RECEIPT HERE FIVE 5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY SAVE THIS WARRANTY INFORMATION A The quality controls used in the manufacture of this product are to ensure your satisfaction B This Warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product C This Warranty applies ONLY to repair or replacement of any supplied or manufactured parts of this product that upon inspection by authorized personnel proves2. changed When the needle is in the purple CHANGE section this means the proper amount of moisture is not getting into your air due to the large amount of minerals and sediment that have become trapped in your Wick Filter At this point you should replace your Wick Filter It is important to change your Wick Filter to get the best performance from your humidifier A Water Tank B Carry Handle C Humidifier Housing D Power Knob E Humidifier Base F Filter Support G Filter Monitor H Humidistat E Knob Tank Cap REPLACING THE WICK FILTER Through normal use waterborne minerals and sedi ment 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 In general a brown Wick Filter indicates a need to replace the Wick Filter To replace the Wick Filter follow the below steps 1 Turn the Power Knob off and unplug the humidifier from the electrical outlet 2 Remove the Water Tank and Humidifier Housing to access the Humidifier Base 3 Discard the old Wick Filter and follow weekly cleaning instructions 4 Insert a new Wick Filter into the filter Support in the Humidifier Base 5 Replace the Humidifier Housing and then the Water Tank 6 Repeat Operating Instruction steps It will take about 30 minutes for the humidifier to reach maximum output You can obtain a new Wick Filt
3. in use outside of the USA or Canada please use the address listed above for warranty claims 7 10 00 last update GE10666300UM1 Printed in CHINA
4. EAT THE SAFETY PURPOSE OFTHIS POLARIZED PLUG IN ANY WAY 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 22 NEVER tilt move or attempt to empty unit while it is operating Shut off and unplug before remov ing the water tank and moving the unit This humidifier requires daily and weekly mainte nance to operate appropriately Refer to daily and weekly cleaning procedures NEVER use detergents gasoline glass cleaner fur niture polish paint thinner or other household solvents to clean any part of the humidifier Excessive humidity in a room can cause water con densation on windows and some furniture If this happens turn the humidifier OFF DO NOT use humidifier in an area where humidi ty level is in excess of 50 Use a hygrometer available at your local hardware store to measure the humidity 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 con tains no user serviceable parts All servicin should be performed by qualified personne only Never place housing under water flow or immerse in liquids DO NOT plug in the cord with wet hands electric shock could result DO NOT pour water in any openings other than the water tank PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Consumer Safety Infomation Note This is an electrical appliance and requires attention when in use Note If moi
5. Tank Wick Filter turns brown Film on Water Tank Water cloudy Humidistat cycles on off Probable Cause Wick Filter has not absorbed water Mineral buildup in Humidifier Base Solution Wait 15 minutes before starting humidifier Regular cleaning of tray after each use will help keep the unit functioning properly H umidistat is set too low Turn the Humidistat Knob up Wick Filter needs to be replaced Replace your Wick Filter 106763 by calling 1 877 207 0923 Normal Rubber Tank Cap Ring is missing or improperly placed Depending on the humidity setting this may be normal Remove Tank Cap then replace or reposition ring Tank Cap not tight enough Your Wick Filter needs to be changed Tighten Tank Cap Replace your Wick Filter 106763 by calling 1 877 207 0923 Short Wick Filter life Mineral deposits cause film on Water Tank to buildup Wick Filter needs to be replaced Using warm water to refill Water Tank Humidifier is reacting to room humidity In areas with particular hard water your Wick Filter will need to be changed more frequently Clean disinfect Water Tank as instructed in weekly cleaning instructions Replace your Wick Filter 106763 by calling 1 877 207 0923 Only use suggested care products and cool water to refill tank Set the H umidistat Knob to level a higher or lower setting Very tight Tank Cap Over tightened
6. ached the Humidistat Knob can be set to a lower setting to reduce the humidification rate NOTE Allow up to 30 minutes for the Wick Filter to fully absorb water and the unit to produce the maxi mum moisture output When the Water Tank is empty and the water in the Humidifier Base is almost empty you need to refill the Water Tank The fan will continue to run to help dry the humidifier Switch off and unplug the unit Please follow the Daily Cleaning instructions before refilling the Water Tank Refill the Water Tank as directed in the Pre Operating Instructions IMPORTANT If you do not plan to use the humidi fier for two or more make sure any residual water is drained from Water Tank Humidifier Base and the Wick Filter to prevent algae or bacte riag FILTER MONITOR Figure 1 Located on the top of the Humidifier Housing will let you know when the Wick Filter needs replacing see Figure 1 You will be able to monitor the condition of the Wick Filter in your humidifier by checking the Filter Monitor Indicator When the unit is off or empty of water the Filter Monitor will read in the OFE FILL position Within 60 minutes of use the Filter Monitor will move from the OFF position and indicate your Wick Filter condition A brand new Wick Filter will register in the green section reading GOOD filter After frequent use of your humidifier the Filter Monitor indicator will let ou know when the Wick Filter should be
7. ack the item in its original carton or other suitable box to avoid damage in shipping 2 Before packing your unit for return be sure to enclose a Your name full address with zip code and telephone number b A dated sales receipt or PROOF OF PURCHASE c Your 7 00 check for return packaging and d The model number of the unit and the problem you are having Enclose in an envelope and tape directly to the unit before the box is sealed 3 We recommend you insure the package as damage in shipment is not covered by your warranty 4 All shipping charges must be prepaid by you as noted in paragraph F 5 Mark the outside of your package CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT 233 FORTUNE BOULEVARD MILFORD MA 01757 SHIPPING AND HANDLING CHARGES 7 00 For products purchased outside the United States and Canada see dealer for warranty WAL MART Stores Inc Bentonville Ak 72716 This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state The provisions of this warran ty are in addition to and not a modification of or subtraction from the statutory warranties and other rights and remedies contained in any applicable legislation To the extent that any provision of this warranty is inconsistent with any applicable law such provision shall be deemed voided or amended as necessary to comply with such law Please note If you have any questions or problems with the use of this product while
8. er by calling 1 877 207 0923 in the USA or by visiting your nearest retailer or authorized service center This humidifier takes model 106763 replacement Wick Filter STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS If your humidifier will not be in use for two days or more or at the end of the season follow these instructions Clean and dry the humidifier thoroughly as per the Weekly Maintenance instructions 2 Let the humidifier dry completely before storing Do not store with water inside the Humidifier Base 3 Do not store with the Tank cap in place 4 Throw away the Wick Filter Do not store with Wick Filter in place 5 Store in a cool dry location Figure 2 A Wick Filter Supports B B Wick Filter C Humidifier Base CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Humidifiers provide comfort by adding moisture to dry indoor air To get the most benefit from the humidifier and avoid prod uct failure follow all maintenance instruc tions carefully If the recommended care and maintenance guidelines are not followed micro organisms may be able to grow in the water within the humidifier Daily Maintenance 1 Before cleaning set the Power Knob to OFF position and unplug the unit from the electrical outlet Lift off the Water Tank and Humidifier Housing Remove Wick Filter and place in sink or tub as the Wick Filter will release water when not in the humidifi er Carry the Humidifier Base and the Water Tank
9. is warning may cause personal injury Be sure to pull the plug and not the cord Never place anything over moisture outlet when the unit is running NEVER drop or insert any object into any open ings DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug after the appliance malfunctions or if it has Beck dropped or damaged in any manner Return appliance to manufacturer for examina tion electrical or mechanical adjustment or repair Use applianes only for intended household use as described in this manual Any other use not rec ommended by the manufacturer may cause fire electric shock or injury to persons The use of attachments not recommended may cause hazards DO NOT use outdoors Always place humidifier on a firm flat level sur face A waterproof mat or pad is recommended for 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 DO NOT allow the Moisture Outlet to directly face the wall Moisture could cause damage particular ly to wallpaper Humidifier should be unplugged when not in use THIS PRODUCT IS EQUIPPED WITH A POLARIZED AC Altemating Current PLUG a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet reverse the plug If it still does not fit con tact qualified personnel to install the proper outlet DO NOT DEF
10. s in the OFF position and the humidifier is disconnected from the electrical outlet 3 Remove the Water Tank by holding the Carry Handle and lifting straight upward see figure 1 4 Remove the Humidifier Housing by lifting straight upward Check to see that the Wick Filter is properly in place Replace the Humidifier Housing FILLING THE WATER TANK NOTE This humidifier holds about 2 6 gallons of water in the Water Tank and Humidifier Base The humidifier will produce up to 4 gallons of mois ture over a 24 Hour period depending on the room humidity and temperature 1 Be sure the humidifier Power Knob is turned off and disconnected from the electrical outlet 2 Remove the Water Tank from the Humidifier Base by holding the Carry Handle and lifting straight up see figure 1 Twist off the Tank Cap located on the bottom of the Water Tank by turning counter clockwise and fill the Water Tank with cool fresh water Do not fill with warm water as this may cause leaking oo 4 After filling the Water Tank replace the tank cap by firmly turning clockwise and then replace the Water Tank on the base The Water Tank will immediately begin to empty into the Humidifier Base Or Plug the power cord into a 120V AC electrical outlet OU OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Turn the Power Knob to the desired setting HIGH MED or LOW Turn the Humidistat Knob to the highest setting When the desired humidity level is re
11. sture 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 grills Cord and Plug Installation Safety Instructions The length of cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards oE beconiie tan gled in or tripping over a longer cord Ifa 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 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 How COOL Mist works Your GE Brand Cool Mist humidifier draws dry air through the rear air intake grill area This air is then passed through a moisture laden Wick Filter which retains the minerals and deposits in the water The resulting moist air is directed back into the room from the top air grill NOTE This humidification system provides a cool invisible moisture output It is normal not to see the mist NOTE The recommended humidity level is between 40 50 PRE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Select a location for your humidifier on a flat surface about 4 away from the wall Do not place your humid ifier on furniture a floor location that will not be dam aged by moisture is best 2 Be sure the Power Knob i
12. to have failed in normal use due to defects in material or workmanship We will determine whether to repair or replace the unit This Warranty does not apply to installation expenses D Operating this unit under conditions other than those recommended or at voltages other than the voltage indicated on the unit or attempting to service or modify the unit will render this WARRANTY VOID E Unless otherwise prescribed by law we shall not be liable for any personal injury property or any incidental or consequential damages of any kind including water damage resulting from malfunctions defects misuse improper installation or alteration of this product F All parts of this product are guaranteed for a period of 5 years as follows 1 Return the product to nearest WAL MART store or follow instructions as stated in paragraph H below 2 Within the first sixty months from date of purchase subject to the conditions in paragraph H we will repair or replace the product if it is defective in material or workmanship providing it is returned freight prepaid with PROOF OF PURCHASE date together with 7 00 for handling and return packing shipping charges G If you have any problem with this product please write our Customer Service Dept or call 1 877 207 0923 H IMPORTANT Return INSTRUCTIONS Your warranty depends on your following these instructions if you are returning the unit more than 30 days after the date of purchase 1 Carefully p
13. to the sink then drain and rinse the Humidifier Base and Water Tank thoroughly to remove any sediment and dirt Wipe clean and dry with a clean soft cloth or paper towel DO NOT use metal cleaning utensils or abrasive cleaners 4 Put the Wick Filter back in the Filter Support replace the Humidifier Housing then refill the Water Tank with cool tap water as instructed in filling the Water Tank instructions Weekly Maintenance Remove scale N oo Repeat steps 1 3 above Clean the Humidifier Base by partially filling the Humidifier Base with one 8 oz cup of undiluted white vinegar Let solution stand 20 minutes clean all interi or surfaces with a soft brush N 3 Dampen a cloth with undiluted white vinegar and wipe out entire Humidifier Base to remove scale 4 Rinse with clean warm water to remove scale and the white vinegar solution before beginning to disinfect the Water Tank Disinfect Water Tank Fill Water Tank with 1 2 teaspoon of chlorine bleach and 1 2 gallon of water N Let the solution stand for 20 minutes swishing every few minutes Wet all surfaces oo Empty the Water Tank after 20 minutes and rinse well with water until the bleach smell is gone Dry with a clean cloth or paper towel 4 Refill the Water Tank with cool water replace the hous ing and the Water Tank Repeat ALL Operating Instructions Trouble Mist output minimal to none Water leaks from Water
14. y INTO HOTUNE If after reading this owners you have any questions or com please call 1 877 207 0923 an anda Customer Service Representative will be happy to assist you Cool Mist Humidifier it Owner s Guide FILTER 106763 FILTERTYPE WICK PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS 10 11 12 13 14 PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using electrical appliances basic safety pre cautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and injury to persons including the following Read all instructions before using the appliance To avoid fire or shock hazard plug the appliance directly into a 120 V AC electrical outlet Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas To avoid fire hazard NEVER put the cord under rugs near heat registers radiator stoves or heaters DO NOT place humidifier near heat sources such as stoves radiators and heaters Do locate your humidifier on an inside wall near an electrical out let The humidifier should be at least 4 away from the wall for best results 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 playin a closed room may result in excessive humi icy WARNING Do not attempt to refill humidifier without first unplugging the unit from it s electri cal outlet Failure to heed th
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