Maintenance; Cleaning And Storage - Hunter WARM MIST 35216 Owner's Manual

note: ALWAYS unplug the steam unit from the electrical outlet and allow the
unit to cool before cleaning. Never remove the steam unit while it is plugged in,
electrocution or burning could occur. dO nOt attempt to disassemble the steam
unit. neveR allow water to sit in the tank when not in use.
daily Maintenance:
1. Unplug the steam unit and allow it to cool.
2. Remove the steam unit by pressing the release button on the back above the
power cord and pulling it straight off the tank.
3. Let all water drain back into the tank from the steam unit.
4. Turn the tank upside down and drain any water into a sink or tub. Shake the
unit gently to remove any remaining water.
5. Rinse the tank thoroughly with water, empty, and wipe with a dry, clean cloth.
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6. Wipe the steam unit shaft with a dry cloth. Figure 4.
7. If the medicine cup was used, wipe it out with a slightly damp, clean cloth.
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8. Refill the tank as directed under "initial setup and operation" and resume use.
Weekly Maintenance:
1. Unplug the steam unit and allow it to cool.
2. Remove the steam unit by pressing the release button on the back above the
power cord and pulling it straight off the tank.
3. Let all water drain back into the tank from the steam unit.
4. Turn the tank upside down and drain any water into a sink or tub. Shake the
unit gently to remove any remaining water.
5. Create a 50/50 solution of vinegar and water which should be 1/2 gallon
vinegar and 1/2 gallon water. Pour this solution into the tank. Be sure to
only fill the tank to about 1 inch from the top of the tank. With the steam unit
unplugged, place it back into the tank and soak for 30 minutes. After soaking
for 30 minutes, remove the steam unit.
6. Empty the solution from the tank and rinse the tank. Fill the tank with tap
water. Place the steam unit back into the tank for 30 seconds. Remove the
steam unit and empty the water. Repeat the rinsing steps until the vinegar
smell is gone.
7. Dry with a clean cloth. Clean the medicine cup with a slightly damp clean
cloth.
note: The tank has built-in antimicrobial properties to inhibit the growth of
bacteria, mold, and fungi that may affect the water in the tank. Daily and weekly
maintenance is still necessary to prevent the growth of bacteria, mold, and fungi.
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