Honeywell HCM-6009 owner manual H O W D O E S I T W O R K ?, C O M P L E T E P R O T E C T I O N

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Introduction

H O W D O E S I T W O R K ?

COOL MOISTURE SYSTEM:

Dry air is pulled through the humidifier and the QuietCare™ fan blows out invisible, moisture-balanced air. Unwanted minerals and bacteria from the water are trapped inside the Filter. When the unit is running you will not see or feel a “mist”. You will know your humidifier is putting moisture into the air as you watch the water level in your tank decrease throughout the day.

AIR WASHING TECHNOLOGY:

Your new console humidifier comes with a unique Air Washing system which helps “wash the air as it humidifies”. The unique pre-filter in combination with an ionizer helps capture dust, dirt and pollen while freshening the air.

Ionizer: Your console humidifier has an independently controlled ionizer, which, when turned on, releases negative ions into outgoing humidified air. Negative ions attach themselves to very small airborne particles in the room. These particles take on a negative charge and may join with positively charged particles, such as dust, pollen, smoke and pet dander to form larger particles that are then more readily captured by the filter system. They may also be attracted to positively charged surfaces like floors or walls.

You may sometimes notice after extended use, that dust may have collected around the grilles of your humidifier. This is from the ionization effect caused by the negative ions existing from the air outlet. This is additional evidence of the air cleaning effectiveness of negative ions. The dust can be easily removed with a clean, damp cloth or soft brush.

Pre-filter:The Filter in your humidifier also includes a specially formulated “pre-filter” which helps capture some dust, dirt, pollen and other small particles. The addition of this pre-filter layer in conjunction with the ionizer helps capture some of the unwanted particles that move through your household air.

C O M P L E T E P R O T E C T I O N

Your new QuietCare™ console humidifier has double Protec™ Product Protection with the exclusive Protec™ Cleaning Cartridge and Protec™ treated Filter.

Protec™ Cleaning Cartridge: Your humidifier has been designed with the Protec™ Cleaning Cartridge. This unique cartridge features an advanced patented media which continually inhibits the growth of odor- causing bacteria and mold in the cartridge as well as prevents the buildup of minerals in your humidifier. In addition, the Protec™ cartridge provides peace of mind that the mist is fresh and clean*.

Protec™ Antimicrobial Treated Filter: Your filter has been treated with Protec™ antimicrobial which helps prevent surface growth and migration of mold, mildew, algae, fungus and odor-causing bacteria in the filter for its life – approximately 1-3 months**. Keep in mind, depending on your water quality, mineral deposits can still clog or discolor the filter, affecting its life and that of the humidifier.

*The Protec Cleaning Cartridge is antimicrobially treated to help prevent the growth of mold, fungus, algae and odor-causing bacteria on the cartridge only. It is not intended nor does it act to provide any pesticidal effect to mold, fungus, algae or odor-causing bacteria in the humidifier or humidifier water.

**The antimicrobial agent contained in this product is intended to prolong filter life only by inhibiting the growth of unsightly mold, mildew and algae, as well as controlling odor from odor-causing bacteria. The antimicrobial filter does not protect users or others against bacteria, viruses, germs or other disease-causing organisms. Always follow the humidifier manufacturer's instructions regarding cleaning, maintenance and servicing of your humidifier.

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