Maintenance, Storage | Guardian Technologies R3000 manual

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MAINTENANCE

·Always unplug the unit before servicing it in any way.

·Be careful when handling the water if warm humidification was selected. The water temperature of the water remaining in the unit after use may be high.

·Do not submerse the unit in water, or allow water to enter anywhere on the unit except the designated water tank.

INSIDE THE BODY OF THE UNIT

While the water tank has been treated with Silver Clean Technology to fight the growth of mold, regular cleaning of the tank and body is recommended to maximize water cleanliness.

Pour excess water out of the unit. Make sure water does not enter the hole where the water vapor comes out.

Wash out the unit with fresh water, using a cleaning brush and a soft cloth.

Ultrasonic Metal Disk

Humidity levels become weak when water spots remain on the surface of the ultrasonic metal disk.

Do not use chemicals or detergents.

OUTER SURFACE OF THE UNIT

Wipe the surface of the unit with a soft damp cloth if needed. Do not use any type of cleaning chemical as it may corrode the surface.

WATER TANK

If water spots remain in the water tank, wipe the inside with a soft cloth. Do not use soap or detergents. Silver Clean particles have been added to the water tank to help fight the growth of mold, mildew and bacteria.

AIR FILTER

Gently wipe away debris from the filter with a soft cloth. This filter does not need to be replaced.

ULTRASONIC DISK

Remove spray spout (Fig. 1) and use the enclosed cleaning brush to regularly remove build up and deposits from this area (Fig. 2). White vinegar will help to prevent this build up.

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

STORAGE

·Fully dry the inside and outside of the unit before storing it.

·DO NOT leave water in the unit.

·Store in a cool dry place.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM	SOLUTION

Water vapor & humidity are not	Power Plug: Unplug and then try again.
produced.	Power Failure: When the power is returned, try again.
	Power Failure: When the power is returned, try again.
	Tank Installation: Make sure the tank is correctly
	attached.
	Make sure spring on tank cap moves freely when pushed.

Air blows but water vapor is not	Excessive Water: Remove a certain amount of water from
produced.	the tank.
	The desired humidity is lower than the current
	temperature: increase the desired humidity.
	Detergent residue in the tank: Wash the tank out
	and try again.

Humidity level is low.	The surface of the ultrasonic metal disk may be dirty:
	Wipe it off with a dry soft cloth. Clean with white vinegar.
	The water in the unit is too cold: Replace with cool, but
	not cold water.

Warm humidity is not produced.	It may take 10-15 min. before warm humidity is created.
	The mist may not feel warm to the touch.
	Check to see if the base of the unit feels warm to the
	touch. If so, warm mist is being produced.

The humidity has a bad smell.	Poor maintenance or dirty water: Clean the product
	thoroughly, and fill it with fresh water.

White dust is forming on nearby	Hard water will deposit a certain amount of dust. Dust in
furniture.	the air settles because of the added humidity in the room.
	Use distilled water if this becomes a nuisance.

My current humidity will not go	The unit will not display a humidity setting below 25%.
below 25%.	This means the current humidity in your room is at or
	below 25%.

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R3000 specifications

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