BIONAIRE BCM655-CN - Digital Cool Mist Humidifier Manual

HOW YOUR COOL MOISTURE HUMIDIFIER WORKS

Your Bionaire^® Cool Moisture humidifier draws dry air through the rear air intake grill area. This air is then passed through 2 moisture–laden wick filters which retains the minerals and deposits in the water. The resulting moist air is directed back into the room from the top air grill.

NOTE: This humidification system provides a cool, invisible moisture output. It is normal not to see the mist.

NOTE: A humidity level below 20% can be unhealthy and uncomfortable. The recommended humidity level is between 40%-50%.

PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Be sure the humidifier is switched to OFF and the unitis disconnected from the electrical outlet.
2. Select a location for your humidifier, on a flat surface, about 4" away from the wall. DO NOT place the humidifier on a finished floor or near furniture, which can be damaged by moisture or water. Place on a moisture-resistant surface.

FILLING THE WATER RESERVOIR

1. Remove the reservoir from the housing of the humidifierby grabbing the handle of the reservoir and pulling forward. Lift the reservoir out of the housing and bring to the faucet. Turn the reservoir upside down and twist off the reservoir cap by turning counter clockwise. Fill reservoir with cool, fresh tap water. DO NOT fill with warm water as this may cause leaking. Replace the cap on reservoir FIRMLY.
2. When full, carry the reservoir to the humidifier and placeit into the housing. There is a tab located on the reservoir base for easy guidance. The reservoir holds 1.3 gallons of water. The reservoir will immediately begin to empty into the base.
3. Plug the power cord into a 120V AC electrical outlet.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Your humidifier is equipped with a technologically advanced Digital Humidistat. You can set the humidifier to run continuously in manual mode or set the Digital Humidistat to your desired humidity setting. The Digital
Humidistat will automatically turn the humidifier ON or OFF, depending on the preset comfort level. The comfort level ranges from 30% and 65% relative humidity.

MANUAL MODE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Plug the humidifier into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
2. The display will show the current room humidity.
3. To start the unit, push the mode ( ) button once for the high manual setting.
4. Press the button again for the medium manual setting and again for low manual setting. The settings will be displayed on the top of the Display Screen. To stop the unit, scroll through the settings until only the room humidity is displayed.

DIGITAL HUMIDISTAT INSTRUCTIONS

To take advantage of the Digital Humidistat, press the mode ( ) button until the speed is set in either the High, Medium or Low and the Auto icon is displayed. Then adjust the humidity level by pressing the up ( ) and down ( ) buttons until the desired humidity level is achieved. The display will continue to show both the room and set humidity level. When the room humidity level rises above the set humidity, the humidifier will shut off. When the humidity level drops below the set humidity, the humidifier will turn on automatically.

NOTE: When setting the Digital Humidistat, there will be a 2-minute delay before the unit turns on. This allows for the most accurate humidity reading.

NOTE: There is a delayed reaction in the motor designed to prevent the motor from turning on and off frequently due to changing humidity levels. There is a 2-minute delay after the unit reaches it's set humidity level before it will turn on again. It may be longer if the humidity level remains above the set humidity, but there will always be at least a 2-minute delay when the humidity level reaches the desired setting.

USING THE PROGRAMMABLE TIMER

The Digital Humidistat allows the user to program the humidifier to come on at a preset time, or turn off after a set amount of time.

Setting the Off Timer

1. Select the mode and or humidity you want the humidifier to run in.
2. While the humidifier is running, press the timer ( ) button. The display will show "00".
3. Press the up ( ) and down ( ) buttons to select how many hours you would like the humidifier to run before automatically shutting off in increments of 1 hour.
4. The screen will then return to showing the mode thatwas selected and a timer icon to indicate the timer is set.
5. After the preset time expires, the humidifier willautomatically shut off.

Setting the On Timer

1. While the humidifier is off, press the timer ( ) button. The display will show "00".
2. By pressing the up ( ) and down ( ) buttons, program the humidifier to turn on up to 24 hours in advance in increments of 1 hour.
3. The screen will then return to showing a timer icon toindicate the timer is set.
4. After the preset time expires, the humidifier willautomatically turn on at a preset level of 45% humidity and 2 hours of run time.

EXTENDED RUN TIME SETTING

By setting your humidifier to a specific humidity level, you are actually also extending the run time. Since the unit will turn on and off to maintain the set humidity level, less water will be used, so you will need to fill the unit less than you would on manual setting.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Humidifiers provide comfort by adding moisture to dry, heated indoor air. To benefit most from the humidifier and avoid product misuse, follow all instructions carefully. Please note that this is an electrical appliance and requires attention when in use.
In addition, if you do not follow the recommended care and maintenance guidelines, micro-organisms may be able to grow in the water within the water tank. You must routinely follow the cleaning procedures that follow in order to ensure proper, efficient operation of your humidifier. Proper maintenance and cleaning is essential to the continued performance of your unit and the avoidance of algae or bacteria build-up.

PERMATECH™ FILTER CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

1. The water tray should be cleanedwhen you clean the filter. The water tray is a convenient way to carry the filter to prevent dripping.
2. Mix 1 gallon warm tap water with1 teaspoon concentrated antibacterial liquid dish washing soap.
3. Fully submerge filter in soap solution for 15-20 minutes.
4. Dunk filter in soap solution several times then gentlypress to release the soapy water. Be sure not to wring, pull or scrub filter as this will degrade the filter.
5. Run under cool tap water until there is no soapremaining. Some discoloration may still be visible, this is normal and does not affect performance.
6. Gently shake or press the filter to remove excess water.
7. The filter can be put directly into the humidifier while stilldamp if it is to be used right away, or allow filter to dry completely if humidifier is to be stored.

Should your filter become damaged or lost, please call the customer service number listed in the manual for a replacement part. The part number for this filter is: BWF100P.

DAILY MAINTENANCE

1. Be sure the unit is OFF and is disconnected from theelectrical outlet.
2. Remove the housing and the tank from the humidifierand place in sink or tub.
3. Carry the base of the unit to the sink, remove the wick, place in sink, drain any remaining water and rinse thoroughly to remove any sediment or dirt. Wipe clean, and dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.
4. Drain the water from the tank into the sink and rinsetank thoroughly. Wipe clean, and dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.
5. Put filter back in, replace the housing, then refill tankwith cool tap water as instructed earlier in the Filling Instructions. Do not overfill.
6. Follow Operating Instructions.

WEEKLY MAINTENANCE

To Remove Scale:

1. Repeat steps 1-4 in the Daily Maintenance section.
2. Clean the base by partially filling the base with one 8-ozcup of undiluted white vinegar, or by using Clean-Away^TM (Model DMS216) by the manufacturer. Leave this solution in the base for 20 minutes, while cleaning all interior surfaces with a soft brush. Remove base scale by wiping the base with a cloth dampened with undiluted white vinegar.
3. Rinse with clean warm water to remove the cleaningsolution before disinfecting the tank.

To Disnfect Reservoir:

1. Fill humidifier reservoir 1/2 full with water and 1/2 tablespoon of chlorine bleach.
2. Let the solution stand for 20 minutes, swishing everyfew minutes. Wet all surfaces.
3. Carefully empty the reservoir after 20 minutes, and rinsewith warm water until you cannot detect any bleach smell. Dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.
4. Place filter back into reservoir and refill the waterreservoir as directed in Operating Instructions, and turn the unit on.

STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

When not using your humidifier for an extended period of time:

1. Do not leave filters in unit. Remove and store in safearea.
2. Clean, rinse and thoroughly dry the humidifier asdirected in weekly maintenance. DO NOT leave any water in the unit when storing. Leaving water in the unit may render the unit inoperable for the following season.
3. Place the humidifier in the original carton and store in acool, dry place.
4. Order your replacement filter for next year's use.
5. Follow cleaning instructions on filter before and afterstoring.

SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical ormechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void the warranty. The inside of humidifier 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 itsoriginal 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 1-800-253-2764 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

Bionaire
Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions
Consumer Service Department
303 Nelson Avenue
Neosho, MO 64850

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the variables that affect run time?

The estimated run time for this humidifier is based on average 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.

How do I remove film on water tank?

• See Daily Maintenance instructions. Regular cleaning is recommended.

How can I extend the run time?

• 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 the tank full again. This ensures maximum water capacity and will extend run time.

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