Bionaire BCM1850 Humidifier User Manual
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1. NEVER use detergents gasoline glass cleaner furniture polish paint thinner or other household solvents to clean any part of the humidifier Use only Bionaire care products recommended in this manual Do not use humidifier in an area where the humidity level exceeds 50 excessive moisture could cause damage If the unit does not feature a hygrometer a device used to measure the humidity level one may be purchased by calling 1 800 788 5350 or by visiting www bionaire com Do not use humidifier in an area where humidity level is in excess of 50 Use a hygrometer such as Bionaire s BT400 or BT254 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 contains no user serviceable parts All should be performed by qualified personnel 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 To prevent damage to surfaces do not place humidifier under overhanging surfaces PLEASE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS THIS PRODUCT IS EQUIPPED WITH A POLARIZED AC Alternating 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 not2. MA 01757 USA J BIONAIRE Canada 6385 Shawson Drive Mississaugua Ontario Canada L5T 1S7 Visit our website at www bionaire com SIX 6 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY The quality controls used in the manufacture of this Bionaire product are to ensure your satisfaction This Warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product This Warranty applies ONLY to repair or replacement of any Supplied or manufactured parts of this product that upon inspection by Bionaire authorized personnel proves to have failed in normal use due to defects in material or workmanship Bionaire will determine whether to repair or replace the unit This Warranty does not apply to installation expenses 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 Unless otherwise proscribed by law Bionaire 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 All parts of this Bionaire product are guaranteed for a period of 6 years as follows 1 Within the first 30 days from date of purchase the store from which you purchased your Bionaire product should replace this product if it is defective in material or workmanship provided the stor
3. fit contact qualified personnel to install the proper outlet DO NOT DEFEAT THE SAFETY PURPOSE OF THIS POLARIZED PLUG IN ANY WAY 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 mois ture may cause damage Do not block air inlet or outlet CORD AND PLUG INSTALLATION SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 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 Bionaire Cool Moisture 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 A humidity level below 20 can be unhealthy and uncomfortable
4. humidity the humidifier will turn on automatically NOTE When the 1 Touch Electronic Humidistat is set either the HIGH or LOW power light and the percent humidity light will remain lit during operation See Figure 2 NOTE Allow up to 30 minutes for the filter to fully absorb water and for the unit to produce moisture NOTE The 1 Touch Humidifier has memory This means that when you turn the unit back on it will be at the last setting the humidifier was set at If you do not plan to use the humidifier for two or more days make sure any residual water is drained from the water tank base and wick filter to prevent algae or bacteria growth REPLACING THE 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 filter You will be able to monitor the life of the filter in your humidifier by checking the Filter Check Indicator When the unit is off the Filter Check Indicator will read in the OFF position After 60 minutes of use Filter Check Indicator refer to Figure 3 for close up of indicator will move from the OFF position and indicate your filter condition A brand new filter will register in the section reading GOOD filter After frequent use of your humidifier the Filter Check Indicator will let you know when th
5. The recommended humidity level is between 40 50 PRE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Push the 1 Touch button for 2 seconds to turn the unit OFF and disconnect from the electrical outlet 2 Select a location for your humidifier on a flat surface about 4 away from the wall Do not place your humidifier on furniture a floor location that will not be damaged by moisture is best 3 Remove the water tank by holding the tank handle and lifting Straight upward See Figure 2 4 Remove the main 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 25 gallons of water in the tank and humidifier base The humidifier will produce up to 4 gallons of moisture over a 24 Hour period depending on the room humidity and temperature 4 1 Push the 1 Touch button for 2 seconds to turn the unit OFF and disconnect from the electrical outlet 2 Remove the tank from the base by holding the handle and lifting straight up See Figure 2 3 Twist off the tank cap located on the bottom of the tank by turning counter clockwise and fill the Figure 1 water tank with cool fresh water Do not fill with warm Circular Filter water as this may Supports cause leaking 4 After filling the tank replace the tank cap by firmly turning clockwise and then replace the water tank on the base The tank will immediately begin to
6. 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 pron shall be deemed voided or amended as necessary to comply with such aw Troubleshooting for your Cool Mist Humidifier Trouble Power light not illuminated Empty Refill light illuminated Mist output minimal to none Water leaks from water reservoir Water Filter turns brown Film on water reservoir Water cloudy Humidistat cycles on off Very tight reservoir cap 10 Probable Cause Unit not plugged in Power failure Water reservoir empty Scale build up in base Scale build up on float Filter has not absorbed water Mineral buildup in base Humidistat is set too low Wick Filter needs to be replaced Normal operation Rubber O ring is missing or improperly placed Reservoir Cap not tight enough Your filter needs to be changed n areas with particular hard water your wick filter will need to be changed frequently Mineral deposits cause film on tank to build up Filter needs to be replaced Using warm water to refill reservoir Humidifier is reacting to room humidity level Over tightened Solution Y Plug in unit VY Check circuit breaker or outlet V Refill Water reservoi
7. e filter needs to be changed When the needle is in the CHANGE section this means the proper amount of moisture Is not getting into your air due to the excessive minerals and sediment that have become trapped on your filter At this point you should replace your filter It is important to change your filter as indicated to obtain stated performance level To replace the filter follow the steps below 1 Push the 1 Touch button MODE OFF for 2 seconds to turn the unit OFF and disconnect from the electrical outlet 2 Remove the tank and main housing to access the base tray See Figures 1 and 2 Discard the old filter and follow weekly cleaning instructions Insert a new filter into the filter support in the base Replace the main housing and then the tank Repeat Operating Instruction steps It will take about 30 minutes for the humidifier to reach maximum output You can purchase replacement filters Model BWF65 by calling 1 800 788 5350 or by visiting www bionaire com Please refer to the Replacement Accessories section at the end of this manual for the appropriate filter and solutions for this humidifier It is recommended that a replacement filter is purchased for uninterrupted use oe ea ed STORAGE NSTRUCTIONS If your humidifier will not be in use for two days or more or at the end of the season follow these instructions 1 Clean and dry the humidifier thoroughly as per the Weekly Maintenance instructions above 2 Let t
8. e has in stock replacement 2 Within the first seventy two months from date of purchase subject to the below conditions Bionaire will repair or replace the product if it is defective in material or workmanship providing it is returned to Bionaire freight prepaid with PROOF OF PURCHASE date together with 8 00 for handling and return packing shipping charges If you have any problem with this product please write our Consumer Service Dept or call 1 800 788 5350 IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS Your warranty depends on your following these instructions if you are returning the unit more than 30 days afterthe date of purchase 1 Carefully pack 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 8 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 Bionaire recommends you insure the package as damage in shipment is not covered by your warranty 4 All shipping charges must be prepaid by you SHIPPING AND HANDLING CHARGES 8 00 This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state The provisions of this warranty are in addition to and not
9. empty into the base 5 Plug the power cord into a 120V AC electrical outlet a ON y VY f Ga Circular Pore Extended Life Filter mit x Oy ON yy ARK Ry CD Humidifier Base OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Your humidifier is equipped with a technologically advanced 1 Touch Electronic Humidistat You can set the humidifier to run continuously in manual mode or set the 1 Touch Electronic Humidistat to your desired temperature setting The 1 Touch Electronic Humidistat will automatically turn the humidifier ON or OFF depending on the preset comfort level The comfort level ranges between 35 and 55 relative humidity MANUAL MODE INSTRUCTIONS 1 Plug the humidifier into a 120V AC electrical outlet 2 To start the unit push the MODE OFF button once for the HIGH manual setting See Figure 2 3 Press the button again for the LOW manual setting Gee Figure 2 4 To stop the unit press and hold the button for two seconds or keep pressing the button until all the humidity indicators are OFF NOTE In Manual Mode only the LOW or HIGH power light will be lit 1 TOUCH HUMIDISTAT INSTRUCTIONS To take advantage of the 1 Touch Electronic Humidistat press the MODE OFF button until the speed is set in either the HIGH or LOW setting and the Desired Humidity is set When the humidity level rises above the set humidity the humidifier will stop When the humidity level drops below the set
10. g 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 openings 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 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 Bionaire or The Holmes Group Inc may cause hazards DO NOT use outdoors Always place humidifier on a firm flat level surface 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 20 21 22 23 24 DO NOT allow the Moisture Outlet to directly face the wall Moisture could cause damage particularly to wallpaper Humidifier should be unplugged when not in use 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 This humidifier requires daily and weekly maintenance to operate properly Refer to the Cleaning and Maintenance instructions section in this manual
11. he humidifier dry completely before storing Do not store with water inside the base 3 Do not store with the reservoir cap in place 4 Throw away the wicking filter Do not store with wick filter in place 5 Store in a cool dry location CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Humidifiers provide comfort by adding moisture to dry indoor air To get the most of the benefit from the humidifier and avoid product failure follow all maintenance instructions 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 push the 1 Touch button for 2 seconds to turn the unit OFF and disconnect from the electrical outlet 2 Lift off the tank and the housing of the humidifier 3 Carry the base and the tank to the sink remove the wick filter place in sink then drain and rinse the base and 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 filter back in the filter supports replace the housing then refill the tank with cool tap water as instructed in filling the water tank instructions WEEKLY MAINTENANCE Remove scale 1 2 Repeat steps 1 3 above Clean the base by partially filling the base with one 8 oz cup of undiluted white vinegar or by using Clean Away by B
12. ionaire Let solution stand 20 minutes clean all interior Surfaces with a soft brush Dampen a cloth with undiluted white vinegar and wipe out entire base to remove scale Rinse with clean warm water to remove scale and the white vinegar solution before beginning to disinfect the tank Disinfect Tank 1 Fill tank with 1 2 teaspoon of chlorine bleach and 1 2 gallon of water Let the solution stand for 20 minutes swishing every few minutes Wet all surfaces Empty the tank after 20 minutes and rinse well with water until the bleach smell is gone Dry with a clean cloth or paper towel Refill the water tank with cool water replace the housing and the water tank Repeat ALL Operating Instructions SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS 1 Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any mechanical functions on this unit Doing so will void the warranty The inside of the unit contains no user serviceable parts All servicing should be performed by qualified personnel only If you need to exchange the unit please return it in its Original carton with a sales receipt to the store where you purchased it If you are returning the unit more than 30 days after the date of purchase please see the enclosed warranty Should your humidifier require service please call 1 800 788 5350 in North America for further assistance If you have any other questions or comments feel free to write to us 2P BIONAIRE P O Box 400 Milford
13. r VY Remove base and flush out residue V Clean float tubes and float VY Wait 15 minutes before starting humidifier VY Regular cleaning of tray after each use will help keep the unit functioning properly VY Set the humidistat to high V Replace your wick filter BWF65 by calling 1 800 788 5350 or visit www bionaire com Y Mist is invisible VY Check to see if inlet or outlet grills are blocked VY Remove reservoir cap then replace or reposition ring VY Tighten the reservoir cap Replace your wick filter BWF65 by calling 1 800 788 5350 or visit www bionaire com Use Clean Away Solution DMS216 to order call 1 800 788 5350 or visit www bionaire com Replace your wick filter BWF65 by calling 1 800 788 5350 or visit www bionaire com Refill using cool water Set the humidistat to a higher or lower setting Add liquid soap or pertroeum jelly to cap gasket to ease opening
14. ro Ai NVAN el S Read instructions before operating Retain for future reference Instruction Leaflet G INFO LINE If after having read this leaflet you have any questions or comments on your humidifier cal 1 800 788 5350 in North America A HUMIDIFIER SAFETY PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 l 2 10 11 12 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 outlet 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 playing a closed room may result in excessive humidity WARNING Do not attempt to refill humidifier without first unplugging the unit from it s electrical outlet Failure to heed this warnin
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