WATER TANK

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

WATER TANK

Care Cycle Every day when Humidifying

Rinse the inside of the tank by leaving a small amount of luke- warm water inside, closing the tank cap firmly, and shaking the tank. Mild household detergents may be used to clean the inside of the tank, but detergent should be diluted and the tank should be thoroughly rinsed to remove all detergent residue.

(Note the Water Tank is not dishwasher safe.)

Tank Cap WASHABLE DEODORIZING FILTER CAREHAND WASH ONLY!Care CycleDO NOT DRY IN CLOTHES Water Tank

TANK CAP CARE

<care cycle... once a month>

Toothbrush

The small cap back of the tank cap is removable.

Tank Cap

When the tank cap and small cap are dirty and/or

slimy, cleaning is necessary.

 

Use a cotton swab or a toothbrush.

 

WASHABLE DEODORIZING FILTER CARE

HAND WASH ONLY!

 

When an unpleasant odor is noticed from

Care Cycle

the air outlet.

DO NOT DRY IN CLOTHES

When performance of filter seems to be

DRYER!

 

reduced and odors persist.

1Rinse dirt from the WASHABLE DEODORIZING FILTER under lukewarm water.

CAUTION

• When washing the filter for the first time, the rinse water may be brown. This does not affect deodorization performance.

• Avoid bending or folding the filter when washing.

2Drip dry filter to remove excess water.

3 Dry filter completely in a well ventilated area. If possible, dry outdoors.

Dry filter in a sideways position to avoid warping of the filter.

The filter takes about 6 hours to dry completely.

CAUTION

Avoid drying filter outdoors during inclement weather (e.g. rain or cold temperatures). Do not allow filter to freeze.

If filter is dried indoors, take precautions, such as placing towels, etc under the filter to prevent water damage to the floor.

4 Replace the filter in unit. (See E-10).

Dry filter completely before replacing to prevent odors.

Do not operate unit without all filters properly installed.

E-16

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Sharp KC-850U Water Tank, Washable Deodorizing Filter Care, 2Drip dry filter to remove excess water, E-16, Hand Wash Only

FAQ

How often should I clean the water tank?

The water tank should be rinsed daily when humidifying. Use mild household detergents and rinse thoroughly, but note that the tank is not dishwasher safe.

Can I wash the deodorizing filter in the washing machine?

No, the washable deodorizing filter should be hand washed only. Do not dry in clothes dryer.

How long does it take for the filter to dry completely?

The washable deodorizing filter takes about 6 hours to dry completely in a well-ventilated area. If possible, dry outdoors to avoid warping of the filter.