TABLE 3 – Operation Guide

Condition

Solution

Condensation on windows.

Reduce the setting on the control dial by

 

1 increment.

 

 

Lack of humidity.

Increase the setting on the control dial by

 

1 increment.

 

 

Humidifier does not operate.

Turn dial to “Test/Reset”. Make certain

(Solenoid does not “click”

HVAC blower is operating and HVAC is

when control is moved to

calling for heat. If unit still does not

“Test/Reset” position.)

operate, consult a heating contractor.

 

 

Humidifier won’t shut off.

Turn dial to “Off”. If unit continues to

 

operate, consult a heating contractor.

 

 

Test mode.

System operation is checked by setting

 

the knob to “Test/Reset”. Make certain

 

HVAC blower is operating and HVAC is

 

calling for heat. Humidifier will operate

 

for one minute. NOTE: Placing the knob

 

in “Test/Reset” resets the Water Panel

 

change timer.

 

 

Red “Call Dealer for Service”

Note the error code on the display (E1, E2,

light flashes (Figure A).

E3 or E4) and call your heating and air

 

conditioning dealer.

 

 

Yellow “Change Water Panel”

Refer to the Annual Maintenance section

light flashes (Figure A).

(page 11) for instructions on changing

 

the Water Panel or call your heating and

 

air conditioning dealer for service. After

 

the Water Panel is replaced, turn the

 

Control knob to the “Test/Reset”

 

position until the green “Humidifier On”

 

light flashes, to reset the Water Panel

 

change timer.

 

 

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS –

MODELS 350, 360, 400M, 500M, 600M & 700M

FIGURE C – Manual Humidifier Control

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Your Aprilaire humidifier is controlled by a Manual Humidifier Control (see Figure C). The Manual Humidifier Control is installed either in the cold air return duct or on an interior wall of the home. With the Manual Humidifier Control, it is important to anticipate a drop in outdoor temperatureand reduce the setting accordingly to avoid excessive condensation, just as with the Digital Humidifier Control installed in Manual Mode (see page 6).

To determine the indoorRH,slowly turn theknobclockwiseandcounterclockwise and listen for 2 clicks. The indoor RH is within the range of the 2 clicks.

CHECK THE HUMIDIFIER OPERATION

DIGITAL HUMIDIFIER CONTROL

Set the knob to “Test/Reset”, make sure that the water saddle valve is open and that there is electricity to the humidifier. The HVAC system must be operating for the humidifier to function. Note: Turning the knob to “Test/Reset” resets the “Change Water Panel” timer. The humidifier will only operate for 1 minute in test mode. (Model 400 and 400M: Floats must be down for the solenoid valve to allow water flow.) Reduce the Humidifier Control setting to the recommended inside RH, depending on the outside temperature. DO NOT LEAVE IN TEST MODE AS HUMIDIFIER WILL

NOT OPERATE.

MANUAL HUMIDIFIER CONTROL

Set the knob to the highest setting, make sure that the water saddle valve is open and that there is electricity to the humidifier. The HVAC system must be operating for the humidifier to function. Confirm that the solenoid valve is energized and water is flowing into the humidifier.

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Aprilaire 600, 400M owner manual Operating Instructions, Check the Humidifier Operation, Digital Humidifier Control

400, 600, 400M specifications

The Aprilaire 400 is a high-performance whole-home humidifier designed to enhance indoor air quality and provide superior comfort throughout your living spaces. As part of the Aprilaire family, known for their commitment to creating healthier environments, this model stands out due to its innovative features and advanced technologies.

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