Bionaire CM1 Instruction Leaflet

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HUMIDIFIER SAFETY
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WARM MOISTURE
THESE IMPORTANT
humidifier
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CM1
MODEL
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. DO
NOT place hands, face or body directly over or near
Moisture Outlet while unit is in operation. DO NOT
cover Moisture Outlet while the unit is operating.
9. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord
Read instructions before operating.
or plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or if it has
Retain for future reference.
been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return
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appliance to manufacturer for examination, electrical or
mechanical adjustment, or repair.
INFO-LINE 10.Use appliance only for intended household use as
described in this manual. Any other use not
If after having read this leaflet, you have any
recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire,
questions or comments on your humidifier,
electric shock, or injury to persons. The use of
call 1-800-253-2764 in North America.
attachments not recommended or sold the
manufacturer may cause hazards.
11.DO NOT use outdoors.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 13 Figure 14
If you do not plan to use your humidifier for an extended
period of time (i.e. during the summer months), it is
important that you follow these instructions to help prevent
stagnation of water in the unit.
1. Clean your humidifier as instructed in the section titled
"Cleaning and Maintenance"
2. Make sure all water is emptied from the tank and cavity.
3. Dry your unit thoroughly.
4. Leave the tank cap off allowing the tank to be exposed
to air.
buildup. If any present, please see "Special
5. Store the power cord in the power cord compartment.
Maintenance - Heating Element" for further cleaning
instructions. 6. Store humidifier in a cool, dry location. Bionaire
recommends storing the unit in its original box.
6. Replace the misting chamber in the unit by rotating it
clockwise, making sure it locks in position (Figure 13).
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
7. Disinfect the water tank by filling it with a solution of a
1. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
half teaspoon of chlorine bleach in a half gallon of
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void the
water. Let solution soak for 20 minutes, swishing every
warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user
few minutes to wet all surfaces. Empty the tank; rinse
serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by
thoroughly until bleach smell is gone. Fill the tank with
qualified personnel only.
fresh water and replace in the unit.
2. If you need to exchange the unit, please return it in its
8. Replace the top cover. The unit is now ready for normal original carton, with a sales receipt, to the store where
use. you purchased it. If you are returning the unit more than
30 days after the date of purchase, please see the
SPECIAL MAINTENANCE -
enclosed Warranty.
HEATING ELEMENT 3. Should your humidifier require service, please call
1-800-253-2764 in North America for further
Should the output drop with water remaining in the tank, it
assistance.
will be necessary to remove scale buildup on the heating
4. If you have any other questions or comments, feel
element. Remove the top cover, misting chamber and
free to write to us or visit our website
water tank. This will expose the heating element. Using a
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non-metallic brush, scrape away the scale buildup on the
element (Figure 14). Follow steps 3-9 to complete
cleaning. The Holmes Group, Inc.
Consumer Service Department
NOTE: The above special maintenance is required due to
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hard water (mineral) deposits. The harder your water, the
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more often this special maintenance will be needed.
12.Always place humidifier on a firm, flat, level surface. A PLEASE SAVE THESE
waterproof mat or pad is recommended for use under
INSTRUCTIONS
the humidifier. NEVER place it on a rug or carpet, or on
a finished floor that may be damaged by exposure to
water or moisture.
CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
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.
15.NEVER tilt, move, or attempt to empty unit while it is
operating. Shut off and unplug before removing the
water tank and moving the unit. If you have a warm
grounding plug extending from the adapter must be
mist humidifier, DO NOT attempt to remove the water
connected to a permanent ground such as a properly
tank within 15 minutes after the humidifier is turned off
grounded outlet box. The adapter should not be used if a
and unplugged. Serious injury may result.
three-slot grounded receptacle is available.
16.This humidifier requires daily and weekly maintenance
DO NOT DEFEAT THE SAFETY PURPOSE OF THIS
to operate appropriately. Refer to daily and weekly
cleaning procedures. Use only cleaners and additives POLARIZED PLUG IN ANY WAY.
recommended by the manufacturer. Never use
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gasoline, glass cleaner, furniture polish, paint thinner, or
other household solvents to clean any part of the
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humidifier.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
17.Excessive humidity in a room can cause water
condensation on windows and some furniture. If this
happens, turn the humidifier OFF.
Consumer Safety Information
18.Do not use humidifier in an area where humidity level is
Note: This is an electrical appliance and requires attention
in excess of 50%. Use a hygrometer, available at your
when in use.
local retailer or through the manufacturer to measure
the humidity. Note: If moisture forms on the walls or windows of the
room, turn off the humidifier. The room already has plenty
19.DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void of humidity and additional moisture may cause damage.
your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user
Note: DO NOT block air inlet or outlet.
serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by
qualified personnel only.
Cord and Plug Installation Safety Instructions
20.Never place housing under water flow, or immerse in
The length of cord used on this appliance was selected to
liquids.
reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in, or tripping
21.DO NOT plug in the cord with wet hands, electric
over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary an
shock could result.
approved extension cord may be used. The electrical
22.DO NOT pour water in any openings other than the rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater
water tank.
than the rating of the humidifier. Care must be taken to
arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the
23.If you have a warm mist humidifier, allow unit to cool
before refilling water tank or maintenance as the heater countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by
bulb is hot. children or accidentally tripped over.
24.To prevent damage to surfaces, do not place humidifier
HOW YOUR WARM MOISTURE HUMIDIFIER WORKS
under overhanging surfaces.
Lack of humidity in the air, often caused by winter heating,
25.NEVER operate unit without water in the tank.
can dry out your nose, throat and skin. Excessive dryness
26.Do not move unit after it has been used until unit cools
can also damage furniture, carpets and fabrics.
completely.
WARM MOISTURE humidifiers put moisture back into the
27.Use both hands when carrying full tank of water.
air you breathe to help relieve sinus and respiratory
discomforts, reduce annoying static electricity and provide
a healthy growing environment for your indoor plants. Air is
Trouble Shooting for your Warm Mist Humidifier FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Trouble Probable Cause Solution Question
•Power light not Unit not Plug in unit. •What are the
illuminated. plugged in. variables that
Power failure. Check circuit affect run time?
breaker or
outlet.
•"Reset" light illu Water tank Remove and
minated. empty. refill tank.
Unit not reset Follow reset
after refill. instructions.
®
•Moist output Scale build-up Remove tray
low. in tray. and flush out
scale residue.
Scale build on Remove scale
heating from heating
element. element.
•How do I
remove film on
water tank?
•How can I
extend the run
time?
Figure 1
Removable
Cover with Mist
Outlet
This product is for use on 120
Medication Cup
volts. The cord has a plug (A) as
shown. An adapter (C) is available
Power Cord
for connecting three-blade Misting Chamber
grounding-type plugs to two-slot Compartment
receptacles (B). The green Heating Element
Re-set Bar
Control Panel
drawn in through the grill openings located on the sides of
the unit and mixes with steam in the misting chamber. The
warm mist is then dispersed out of the top of the misting
chamber through the outlet grill. To monitor the actual
humidity level in the room, we recommend the use of a
hygrometer which can be purchased at your local retailer
or by calling 1-800-253-2764.
The unit is conveniently refilled with water by taking only
the removable water tank to a water tap. The automatic
shut-off tank cap valve allows the tank to be lifted out and
removed without any water spillage.
A suitable medication can be placed in the medication cup
and warmed. The resulting vapor is then released into the
moist air.
CONTROL PANEL
POWER Light - When illuminated, indicates that the
heating element is powered. When extinguished, indicates
that either the unit has been shut off or that the heating
element is not activated due to an empty water tank.
POWER On/Off Switch - This control is used to turn your
WARM MOISTURE unit on or off.
RESET Bar - This control, located on the bottom right
side, resets the humidifier after it has shut down due to an
empty water tank or after it has been cleaned. Once the
tank has been refilled allow one minute for the cavity to fill
then press the re-set bar. The reset bar should never be
pressed when the unit is empty.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS/FILLING
THE WATER TANK
1. Place your humidifier in the desired location. A hard,
level, water-resistant surface is necessary for proper
operation.
2. Remove the top cover (Figure 2) and then lift out the
water tank (Figure 3). Carry the water tank to a water
tap.
WARRANTY
The manufacturer warrants to the original retail
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purchaser, for TWO (2) YEARS from the date of original
purchase, either to repair or replace at its option, without
The estimated run time for this
charge (parts and labor), any supplied or manufactured
humidifier is based on average
part of this humidifier which, upon inspection by an
room conditions. The actual run
time of your humidifier is authorized service center, proves to have failed in normal
dependent on numerous vari use due to defects in material or workmanship, or, at its
ables such as: option, to replace the unit.
1. Air exchange in the room
Operation under conditions other than those recommended
where the humidifier is placed.
or at voltages other than the voltage indicated on the
2. Room construction of the room
unit, or any attempts by unauthorized personnel to
where the humidifier is placed.
service the unit or modify it, will render the guarantee void.
3. Temperature of the room
where the humidifier is placed. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any personal
4. Humidity levels in the room
injury, property damage or any incidental or
where the humidifer is placed.
consequential damages of any kind, resulting from
5. Movement of occupants and
defects, malfunctions, misuse, improper installation or
the opening and closing of
alteration of the product.
doors in the room where the
THE MANUFACTURER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS
humidifier is placed.
ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL
6. Home furnishings in the room
DAMAGES OR INCIDENTAL LOSSES CAUSED
where the humidifer is placed.
BY USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
See Daily Maintenance
The provisions of this warranty are in addition to, and not a
instructions. Regular cleaning is modification of, or subtraction from the statutory
recommended.
warranties and other rights and remedies contained in any
applicable legislation and to the extent that any such
Run your unit on the lowest
provision purports to disclaim, exclude or limit any such
setting.
statutory warranties or other rights or remedies, such
If your unit has electronics, set it
provisions shall be deemed to be amended to the extent
to your desired humidity level.
necessary to comply therewith.
The unit will turn on and off,
which will extend the run time.
Fill the tank all the way full, place
FOR WARRANTY SERVICE, PLEASE CALL
it on the base, let the water
1-800-253-2764 IN NORTH AMERICA.
empty into the base until it stops
A Bionaire ® consumer service representative will help
bubbling, then refill the tank full
determine which is the best procedure in order for your
again. This ensures maximum
humidifier to be repaired.
water capacity and will extend
run time.
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Bionaire ® , the Bionaire logo ® and Clean-Away TM are trademarks of The
Holmes Group, Inc.
Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 6 Figure 7
Figure 4 Figure 5
Figure 8
3. Turn the tank upright and remove the tank cap by
3. Remove the medication cup (Figure 7) from the misting
twisting it completely off (Figure 4).
chamber.
4. Fill the tank with cool tap water as shown in Figure 5.
4. Carefully add liquid medication; do not fill cup more
than half full.
5. Replace the tank cap, making sure the O-ring is in its
correct position. Carry the full tank and carefully replace
5. Carefully place the medication cup into the top of the
it, cap down, into the humidifier. Wait a few minutes for
misting chamber (Figure 8 ).
the cavity to refill.
6. Replace the removable cover back onto the unit.
Allowing your humidifer to run out of water before
7. Switch unit on and press reset bar if power light does
filling the tank helps to self-clean the heating
not illuminate.
element.
8. After use, remove the cup from the unit and clean any
6. Turn your humidifier on by pressing on the Power residue from the cup with warm water.
switch. Press the reset bar if the power light does not
WARNING: DO NOT use any liquid medication other than
illuminate. It may take up to 5 minutes before full mist
those specifically recommended for use with a steam
output is obtained.
vaporizer. DO NOT pour medication directly into the outlet
7. When all the water in the tank has been used, the unit
grill openings nor add it to the water in the tank .
will shut down.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Note: The tank may last up to 8 hours. Do not add any
additives to the water in the tank or cavity. When the unit is used daily, weekly cleaning is
recommended. Regular cleaning also prevents scale
WARNING: All cleaning agents must be thoroughly rinsed
buildup on the heating element and cavity. It also prevents
away after use and before the unit is returned to service.
micro-organisms from growing in the cavity and tank. This
USING THE MEDICATION CUP
ensures that maximum efficiency will be achieved. See
"Special Maintenance - Heating Element" for more
A medicated vapor can be distributed with the "mist"
output. information.
To add medication to the vapor:
Before cleaning, please note the following:
1. Switch humidifier off and allow removable cover/outlet
• DO NOT use soap, detergents, abrasives, gasoline,
grill to cool down.
glass or furniture polish, or boiling water to clean any
2. Lift the removable cover off (Figure 6) to access the part of your humidifier. These will interfere with the
medication cup. proper operation of your humidifier.
• DO NOT use sharp or metal objects to clean mineral
Figure 9 Figure 10
Figure 11
Figure 12
deposits in the cavity or element. Contact with sharp
objects can result in damage to the plastic and the
element.
Note: We recommend that the cavity be rinsed daily and
that the unit be allowed to run out of water every second
day.
• Mineral deposits should be soaked in BIONAIRE ® 's
Clean-Away TM solution or plain vinegar. DO NOT
operate unit while it is soaking!
• DO NOT clean any part of your humidifier in the
dishwasher.
• NEVER mix bleach and Clean-Away TM solution!
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Turn the unit off and unplug it. Allow water to cool
down.
2. Remove the cover and lift out the tank. Empty the
tank.
3. Rotate the misting chamber counter-clockwise
approximately 1/8 turn (Figure 9) and lift to completely
remove (Figure 10). Wipe the misting chamber with a
damp cloth and some Clean-Away TM solution following
the precautions on the bottle. Rinse thoroughly (Figure
11).
4. Empty water and minerals from the cavity. Remove the
tank and rinse thoroughly. Carefully empty the cavity as
shown in Figure 12.
5. Rinse the cavity and heating element with clean warm
water. All traces of Clean-Away TM on both the element
and the cavity must be thoroughly rinsed off before
disinfecting. Inspect the heating element for scale