1. | Repeat steps 1-4 above. |
2. | Clean the base by partially filling the base with one 8-oz |
| cup of undiluted white vinegar, or use Clean-Away™ by |
| Bionaire®. Let solution stand 20 minutes, cleaning all |
| interior surfaces with a soft brush. Dampen a cloth with |
| undiluted white vinegar and wipe out entire base to |
| remove scale. |
3. | Rinse with clean warm water to remove scale and the |
| white vinegar solution before beginning to disinfect the |
| reservoir. |
DISINFECT HUMIDIFIER BASE AND RESERVOIR
1. | Fill humidifier base with 1/4 gallon of water and 1/2 |
| teaspoon of chlorine bleach. |
2. | Fill the reservoir 1/2 full with water and 1/2 teaspoon of |
| chlorine bleach. |
3. | Let the solution stand for 20 minutes, swishing every |
| few minutes. Wet all surfaces. |
4. | Carefully empty the base and reservoir after 20 minutes, |
| and rinse with water until you cannot detect any bleach |
| smell. Dry with a clean cloth or paper towel. |
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 |
| months. Re-insert the wick filters into the wick frame. |
6. | Refill the water tank as directed with cool tap water, |
| warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user serv- |
| iceable 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 |
| 1-800-253-2764in 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 |
Bionaire
JCS/THG, LLC
303 Nelson Avenue
Neosho, MO 64850
Fig. 4
Frequently Asked Questions
Trouble
•LED not illuminated.
•Mist output minimal to none.
•Water leaks from water reservoir.
•Water Filter turns brown.
Probable Cause
☛ Unit not plugged in. |
☛ Power failure. |
☛ Filter has not |
absorbed water. |
☛ Mineral buildup in base. |
☛ Humidistat is set too low. |
☛ Permanent 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 cleaned. |
☛ In areas with particular |
hard water your wick |
filter will need to be |
changed frequently. |
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-P) by calling |
1-800-253-2764, 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. |
✔ Follow filter cleaning |
instructions located in |
this manual. |
✔ Use Clean-Away™ |
Solution (DMS216), to |
order call 1-800-253-2764, |
or visit www.bioaire.com. |
A. This Warranty applies only to the original purchaser of |
this product. |
B. This Warranty applies ONLY to repair or replacement of |
any supplied or manufactured parts of this product that, |
upon inspection by JCS/THG, LLC authorized personnel, |
is shown to have failed in normal use due to defects in |
material or workmanship. JCS/THG, LLC will determine |
whether to repair or replace the unit. This Warranty |
does not apply to installation expenses. |
C. 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. |
D. Unless otherwise proscribed by law, JCS/THG, |
LLC shall not be liable for any personal injury, |
property or any incidental or consequential dam- |
age of any kind resulting from malfunctions, |
defects, misuse, improper installation or alteration |
of this product. |
E. All parts of this product excluding filters, which are |
covered under separate warranty, are guaranteed for a |
period of 2 years as follows: |
1. Within the first 30 days from date of purchase, the |
| dling, 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. | JCS/THG, LLC recommends you ship the package |
| U.P.S. ground service for tracking purposes. |
4. | All shipping charges must be prepaid by you. |
5. | Mark the outside of your package: |
Bionaire
JCS/THG, LLC
303 Nelson Avenue
Neosho, MO 64850
SHIPPING AND HANDLING CHARGES: $12.50 (USD)
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 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.
Digital COOL MIST
Humidifier with Permanent Filter
MODEL BCM5521
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 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.
Question
•What are the variables that affect run time?
•How do I remove film on water tank?
•How can I extend the run time?
Answer
✔The estimated run time for this humidifier is based on aver age room conditions. The actual run time of your humidifier is dependent on numerous variables such as:
✔Air exchange in the room where the humidifier is placed.
✔Room construction of the room where the humidifier is placed.
✔Temperature of the room where the humidifier is placed.
✔Humidity levels in the room where the humidifier is placed.
✔Movement of occupants and the opening and closing of doors in the room where the humidifier is placed.
✔Home furnishings in the room where the humidifier is placed.
✔See Daily Maintenance instructions. Regular cleaning is recommended.
✔Run your unit on the lowest setting.
✔If your unit has electronics, set it to your desired humidity level. The unit will turn on and off, which will extend the run time.
✔Fill the tank all the way full, place it on the base, let the water empty into the base until it stops bubbling, then refill he tank full again. This ensures maximum water capacity and will extend run time.
•Film on water reservoir.
•Water cloudy.
•Humidistat cycles on/off.
•Very tight reservoir cap.
☛ Mineral deposits cause |
film on tank to build up. |
☛ Filter needs to |
be washed. |
☛ Using warm water |
to refill reservoir. |
☛ Humidifier is reacting |
to room humidity level. |
☛ Over tightened. |
✔ Follow filter cleaning |
instructions located in |
this manual.
.
✔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.
store from which you purchased your product |
should replace this product if it is defective in |
material or workmanship (provided the store has |
in-stock replacement.) If you intend to assert any |
claim in connection with the product, please follow |
the instructions in paragraph F. |
2. Within the first 24 months from date of purchase, |
JCS/THG, LLC will repair or replace the product if it |
is defective in material or workmanship, subject to |
the conditions in paragraph G. |
F. If you have any other problem or claim in connection |
with this product, please write to our Consumer Service |
Department. |
G. IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS. Your Warranty |
depends on your following these instructions if you are |
returning the unit to JCS/THG, LLC: |
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 tele- |
phone number |
© 2006 JCS/THG, LLC
Bionaire®, the Bionaire logo®, FilterCleanTM and Clean-AwayTMare trademarks of JCS/THG, LLC.
Filter: BWF100-P
Read instructions before operating.
Retain for future reference.
Instruction Leaflet
☎INFO-LINE
If after having read this leaflet, you have any questions or comments on your air humidifier, call 1-800-253-2764in North America.
