5. Check the Filter Monitor to see if it is time to replace

the filters. Depending on water hardness in your area,

it may be necessary to change the filter every 1-2

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Trouble Shooting for your Cool Mist Humidifier

months. Re-insert the wick filters into the wick frame.

6. Refill the water tank as directed with cool tap water,

replace the humidifier housing, and turn the unit on.

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.

1.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 base or water reservoir.

3.Remove the reservoir cap. Do not store with the reservoir cap in place.

4.Throw away the wick filters. Do not leave a wick filters inside the humidifier.

5.Store in a cool dry location.

6.Order your new filters so they will be ready for next season.

SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

1.Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or 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.

2.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.

3.Should your humidifier require service, please call 1-800-788-5350 in North America for further assistance.

4.If you have any other questions or comments, feel free to write to us or visit our website www.bionaire.com

The Holmes Group, Inc. Consumer Service Department 32B Spur Drive

El Paso, TX 79906

Trouble

LED not 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.

Probable Cause

Unit not plugged in.

Power failure.

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.

In 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

Plug in unit.

Check circuit breaker or outlet.

Wait 15 minutes before starting humidifier.

Regular cleaning of tray after each use will help keep the unit functioning properly.

Set the humidistat to high.

Replace your wick filter (BWF100) by calling

1-800-788-5350, or visit www.bionaire.com.

Mist is invisible.

Check to see if inlet or outlet grills are blocked

Remove reservoir cap then replace or reposition ring.

Tighten the reservoir cap.

Replace your wick filter (BWF100) by calling

1-800-788-5350, or visit www.bionaire.com.

Use Clean-AwayTMSolution (DMS216), to order call

1-800-788-5350, or visit www.bionaire.com.

Replace your wick filter (BWF100) 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 petroleum jelly to cap gasket to ease opening.

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