Bionaire BCM7305RC Instruction Leaflet

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HUMIDIFIER SAFETY
COOL MIST humidifier PLEASE READ AND SAVE
BCM7305RC THESE IMPORTANT
MODEL
SAFEGUARDS
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance directly
into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
3. Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To avoid fire
hazard, NEVER put the cord under rugs or near heat
registers.
4. DO NOT place humidifier near heat sources such as
stoves, radiators, and heaters. DO locate your humidifier
on an inside wall near an electrical outlet. The humidifier
should be at least 4" away from the wall for best results.
5. NEVER place humidifier in an area where it is accessible
to children. NEVER use humidifier in a closed room,
particularly where a child may be sleeping, resting, or
playing (a closed room may result in excessive humidity).
6. WARNING: Do not attempt to refill humidifier without first
unplugging the unit from its electrical outlet. Failure to
heed this warning may cause personal injury. Be sure to
unplug the unit by pulling on the plug and not the cord.
7. Never place anything over moisture outlet when the unit
is running.
8. NEVER drop or insert any object into any openings.
9. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or
plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or if it has been
dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance
to manufacturer for examination, electrical or mechanical
adjustment, or repair.
10.Use appliance only for intended household use as
described in this manual. Any other use not recommended
Filter# BWF100 (3)
by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or
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injury to persons. The use of attachments not recommended
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or sold by the manufacturer may cause hazards.
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11.DO NOT use outdoors.
12.Always place humidifier on a firm, flat, level surface. A
waterproof mat or pad is recommended for use under
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the humidifier. NEVER place it on a rug or carpet, or on
If after having read this leaflet, you have any
a finished floor that may be damaged by exposure to
questions or comments on your humidifier,
water or moisture.
call 1-800-253-2764 in North America.
13.DO NOT allow the Moisture Outlet to directly face the wall.
Moisture could cause damage, particularly to wall paper.
14.Humidifier should be unplugged when not in use.
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STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
Troubleshooting
When not using your humidifier for an extended period of
Trouble Probable Cause
time:
• Unit does not turn on. Water spilled in humidistat.
1. Dispose of the filters. DO NOT leave in unit.
2. Clean, rinse and thoroughly dry the humidifier as directed
Circuit breaker has been
in weekly maintenance. DO NOT leave any water in the tripped.
unit when storing. Leaving water in the unit may render
• Mist output minimal to none. Filter has not absorbed
the unit inoperable for the following season.
water.
Mineral buildup in tray.
3. Place the humidifier in the original carton and store in a
cool, dry place.
4. Order your replacement filter for next year's use.
Humidistat is set too low.
REPLACEMENT ACCESSORIES
To order the replacement accessories you can do any of
Filter needs to be
the following:
replaced.
• Fill out the accessory card found with the product
• Visit your local retailer
• Water leaks from reservoir. Rubber reservoir ring is
• Go to www.bionaire.com
missing or improperly
placed.
• Call consumer service at 1-800-253-2764
Cap not tight enough.
• Filter turns brown. The filter needs to be
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
replaced.
1. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void the Short filter life.
warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user
serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by
qualified personnel only. • Film on water reservoir.
Mineral deposits cause
film on reservoir to build
2. If you need to exchange the unit, please return it in its up.
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
• Water in reservoir appears Filter needs to be
1-800-253-2764 in North America for further assistance.
cloudy. replaced.
4. If you have any other questions or comments, feel free
to write to us or visit our website www.bionaire.com
Water reservoir filled with
warm water.
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JCS/THG, LLC
• Unit cycles on/off. Humidifier is reacting to
303 Nelson Avenue room.
Neosho, MO 64850
• Very tight reservoir cap. Reservoir cap over
tightened.
15.NEVER tilt, move, or attempt to empty unit while it is PLEASE READ AND SAVE
operating. Shut off and unplug before removing the
THESE IMPORTANT
water reservoir and moving the unit.
16.This humidifier requires daily and weekly maintenance to
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
operate appropriately. Refer to daily and weekly cleaning
procedures. Use only cleaners and additives recommended
by the manufacturer.
Consumer Safety Information
17.NEVER use detergents, gasoline, glass cleaner, furniture
NOTE: This is an electrical appliance and requires atten-
polish, paint thinner, or other household solvents to clean
tion when in use.
any part of the humidifier.
NOTE: If moisture forms on the walls or windows of the
18.Excessive humidity in a room can cause water condensation
room, turn off the humidifier. The room already has plenty
on windows and some furniture. If this happens, turn the
of humidity and additional moisture may cause damage.
humidifier OFF.
19.Do not use humidifier in an area where humidity level is NOTE: DO NOT block air inlet or outlet.
in excess of 50%. Use a hygrometer, available at your
Cord and Plug Installation Safety Instructions
local retailer or through the manufacturer, to measure the
humidity.
The length of cord used on this appliance was selected to
20.DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in, or tripping
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void your over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary an
warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user serviceable
approved extension cord may be used. The electrical
parts. All servicing should be performed by qualified
rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater
personnel only.
than the rating of the humidifier. Care must be taken to
21.Never place housing under water flow or immerse in liquids.
arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the
countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by
22.Do not plug in the cord with wet hands: electric shock
could result. children or accidentally tripped over.
23.Do not pour water in any openings other than the water
HOW COOL MIST WORKS
reservoir.
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24.To prevent damage to surfaces, do not place humidifier
under overhanging surfaces. the rear air intake grill area. This air is then passed through
3 moisture laden wick filters, which retains the minerals
25.NEVER operate unit without water in the reservoir.
and deposits in the water. The resulting moist air is directed
26.Do not move unit after it has been used until unit cools
back into the room from the top air grill.
completely.
NOTE: This humidification system provides a cool, invisible
27.Use both hands when carrying full reservoir of water.
moisture output. It is normal not to see the mist.
NOTE: A humidity level below 20% can be unhealthy and
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uncomfortable. The recommended humidity level is
between 40%-50%.
INSTRUCTIONS
PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
1. Be sure the humidifier is switched to OFF and the unit is
THIS PRODUCT IS EQUIPPED
disconnected from the electrical outlet.
WITH A POLARIZED PLUG (a plug
2. Select a location for your humidifier, on a flat surface,
having one blade wider than the
about 4" away from the wall. DO NOT place the humidifier
other). This plug will fit into the
on a finished floor or near furniture, which can be damaged
power outlet only one way. If the by moisture or water. Place on a moisture-resistant surface.
plug does not fit fully into the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact qualified per-
FILLING THE WATER RESERVOIR
sonnel to install the proper outlet.
1. Remove the reservoir from the base of the humidifier and
bring to the faucet. Turn the reservoir upside down and
DO NOT DEFEAT THE SAFETY PURPOSE OF THIS
twist off the reservoir cap by turning counter clockwise.
POLARIZED PLUG IN ANY WAY.
Fill reservoir with cool, fresh tap water. DO NOT fill with
warm water as this may cause leaking. Replace
the cap on reservoir FIRMLY.
TWO (2) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
SAVE THIS WARRANTY INFORMATION
Solution Question ANSWER
A. This Warranty applies only to the original purchaser of
Drain water from base • What are the variables that The estimated run time for this humidifier is based on
and allow unit to dry for affect run time? average room conditions. The actual run time of your this product.
15 minutes.
humidifier is dependent on numerous variables such
Check circuit breaker. as:
B. This Warranty applies ONLY to repair or replacement of
1. Air exchange in the room where the humidifier is
any supplied or manufactured parts of this product that,
placed.
Wait 15 minutes before 2. Room construction where the humidifier is placed.
upon inspection by JCS/THG, LLC authorized person-
starting humidifier.
3. Temperature of the room where the humidifier is
See Weekly Maintenance placed. nel, is shown to have failed in normal use due to
under Cleaning and 4. Humidity levels in the room where the humidifier is
defects in material or workmanship. JCS/THG, LLC will
Maintenance Instructions. placed.
Regular cleaning is 5. Movement of occupants and the opening and closing determine whether to repair or replace the unit. This
recommended to keep the
of doors in the room where the humidifier is placed.
Warranty does not apply to installation expenses.
unit functioning properly. 6. Home furnishings in the room where the humidifier is
Raise the level of humidity placed.
C. Operating this unit under conditions other than those
by adjusting the
humidistat (see Operating • How do I remove film on See Daily Maintenance instructions. Regular cleaning
recommended or at voltages other than the voltage
Instructions).
water tank? is recommended.
Replace your filter indicated on the unit, or attempting to service or modify
(BWF100) by calling • How can I extend the run Run your unit on the lowest setting.
the unit, will render this WARRANTY VOID.
1-800-253-2764, or visit time? If your unit has electronics, set it to your desired
www.bionaire.com. humidity level. The unit will turn on and off, which will
D. Unless otherwise proscribed by law, JCS/THG,
extend the run time.
Remove reservoir cap Fill the tank all the way full, place it on the base, let
LLC shall not be liable for any personal injury,
then replace or reposition the water empty into the base until it stops bubbling,
property or any incidental or consequential dam-
ring. then refill the tank full again. This ensures maximum
Tighten the cap. water capacity and will extend run time. age of any kind resulting from malfunctions,
Replace your filter defects, misuse, improper installation or alteration
(BWF100) by calling
of this product.
1-800-253-2764, or visit
www.bionaire.com.
E. All parts of this product excluding filters, which are cov-
In areas with hard water
the filter will need to be ered under separate warranty, are guaranteed for a peri-
changed more frequently.
od of 2 years as follows:
See Daily Maintenance
under Cleaning and 1. Within the first 30 days from date of purchase, the
Maintenance instructions.
store from which you purchased your product
Regular cleaning is recom
mended to keep the unit should replace this product if it is defective in materi-
functioning properly.To order
al or workmanship (provided the store has in-stock
Clean-Away™ (DMS216),
call 1-800-253-2764, or replacement.) If you intend to assert any claim in
visit www.bionaire.com.
connection with the product, please follow the
Replace your filter
instructions in paragraph F.
(BWF100) by calling
1-800-253-2764 or visit
2. Within the first 24 months from date of purchase,
www.bionaire.com.
JCS/THG, LLC will repair or replace the product if it
Use cool water to fill the
water reservoir – and only
is defective in material or workmanship, subject to
use Bionaire ® products
recommended in this the conditions in paragraph G.
manual.
F. If you have any other problem or claim in connection
Set the digital Humidistat
with this product, please write to our Consumer Service
to a higher or lower
desired setting.
Department.
Add liquid soap to cap
G. IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS. Your Warranty
gasket to ease opening.
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
2. When full, carry reservoir to the humidifier and place onto
the base. The reservoir holds 1.2 gallons of water and
the base holds 1/3 gallon of water. The reservoir will
immediately begin to empty into 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 between 35% 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/OFF button once for
the HIGH (3) manual setting.
4. Press the button again for the MEDIUM (2) manual
setting and again for LOW (1). After the selection is
made, the display will return to show the current room
humidity.
5. To stop the unit, press and hold the button for two
seconds, or keep pressing the button until the display
reads OFF (OF).
® Cool Mist humidifier draws dry air through
DIGITAL HUMIDISTAT INSTRUCTIONS (see Figure 1)
To take advantage of the Digital Humidistat, press the
MODE/OFF button until the speed is set in either the Auto
HIGH (A3), Auto MEDIUM (A2) or Auto LOW (A1) setting.
Then adjust the set humidity by using the up and down
buttons. Humidity will increase in increments of 5%. When
the humidity level is set, the display will return to show the
current room humidity. When the room humidity level rises
above the set humidity, the humidifier will stop. When the
humidity level drops below the set humidity, the humidifier
will turn on automatically.
NOTE: Allow up to 30 minutes for the filter to fully absorb
water and for the unit to produce moisture.
NOTE: The Digital Humidistat has memory. This means
that when you turn the unit back on, it will be at the last
setting the humidifier was set at.
Figure 1
A
A. LED DISPLAY
C
B. CONTROL PANEL
C. UP/DOWN BUTTONS
D
D. MODE/OFF BUTTON
b) A dated sales receipt or PROOF OF PUR-
CHASE,
c) Your $12.50 check for return shipping and han-
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.
© 2006 JCS/THG, LLC
Bionaire ® , the Bionaire logo ® and Clean-Away™ are
trademarks of JCS/THG, LLC.
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If you do not plan to use the humidifier for two or more REPLACING THE FILTERS
days, make sure any residual water is drained from the
Through normal use, waterborne minerals and sediment
water reservoir, base and wick filter to prevent algae or
become trapped in the wick filters. The harder your water, the
bacteria growth.
greater the amount of minerals in the water, and the more often
you will be able to monitor the life of your filters in your humidifier.
USING THE PROGRAMMABLE TIMER
You will be able to monitor the life of
The Digital Humidistat allows the user to program the
the filters in your humidifier by
humidifier to come on at a preset time, or turn off after a checking the Filter Monitor Indicator.
set amount of time.
After 60 minutes of use, Filter Monitor
Indicator will move and indicate your
Setting the Off Timer:
filters condition. New filters will register
1. Select the Mode and or humidity you wish the humidifier
in the section reading GOOD filter.
to run in.
After frequent use of your humidifier,
2. While the humidifier is running, press and hold the up
the Filter Monitor Indicator will let you
and down buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds. The
know when the filters need to be
display will flash "00".
changed (see Figure 2).
3. By pressing the up and down buttons, program the
When the needle is in the CHANGE section, this means the
humidifier to turn off up to 16 hours later in increments
proper amount of moisture is not getting into your air due to the
of 1 hour.
excessive minerals and sediment that have become trapped
4. After setting the timer, the display will return to show the on your filters. At this point, you should replace your filters. It is
current room humidity. The timer light will illuminate to
important to change your filters as indicated to obtain stated
show that the timer is activated.
performance level.
5. After the predetermined length of time has passed, the
To replace the filter, follow the steps below:
humidifier will automatically shut off.
1. Turn the unit off and disconnect from the electrical outlet.
Setting the On Timer:
2. Remove the tank and main housing to access the base.
1. While the humidifier is off, press and hold the up and
3. Remove the wick holder from the base of the humidifier.
down buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds.
4. Remove each individual wick and discard. Do not
2. By pressing the up and down buttons, program the
remove rivet, replacement wicks come equipped with
humidifier to turn on up to 16 hours in advance in
rivets for easy replacement.
increments of 1 hour.
5. Follow the weekly cleaning instructions.
3. After the preset length of time has passed, the humidifier
6. Insert new filters into each section of the wick holder
will automatically turn on Auto Mode HI at 45% for a
making sure the rivet attaches to the wick holder securely.
preset time of 2 hours.
7. Do not use wicks without rivets as this will not produce
REMOTE INSTRUCTIONS the unit's intended output.
1. Insert 2 AAA batteries into back of remote control. 8. Replace the wick holder into the base and replace main
housing and then tank.
2. Press the Mode/Off button on remote to begin operation.
9. Repeat Operating Instructions.
3. Use the remote to control the same features as the base unit.
It will take about 30 minutes for the humidifier to reach
NOTE: The timer function can only be activated on the
maximum output.
base unit. It cannot be activated via the remote control.
You can purchase replacement filters (Model BWF100) by
NOTE: Do not mix new and old batteries. Do not mix
calling 1-800-253-2764 or by visiting www.bionaire.com.
alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable
(nickel-cadmium) batteries.
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.
B 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 reservoir. 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.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
Figure 2
1. Be sure the unit is OFF and is disconnected from the
electrical outlet.
2. Remove the housing and the reservoir from the humidifier
and place in sink or tub.
3. Carry the base of the unit to the sink, remove the wick
holder and wicks, 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. NOTE: the base and wick holder are dishwasher
safe TOP RACK ONLY.
4. Drain the water from the reservoir into the sink and rinse
reservoir thoroughly. Wipe clean, and dry with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
5. Put filters back in wick holder, replace on base, replace
the housing, then refill reservoir with 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 above.
2. Clean the base by partially filling the base with one 8-oz
cup 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 the 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 cleaning
solution before disinfecting the reservoir.
To 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 Indicator 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 holder.
6. Refill the water reservoir as directed with cool tap water,
replace the humidifier housing, and turn the unit on.