Refilling The Water Tank; Cleaning The Humidifier - Hunter 33283 Owner's Manual

rEfIllInG tHE watEr tank

1. When the water tank level is low, turn the humidifier 'OFF',
and unplug.
2. Remove the tank and take it to the sink or tub to refill.
3. Turn the tank upside down and unscrew the tank cap by
turning it counterclockwise. Empty the tank, refill with fresh
cool water (never use hot water), and replace the tank cap.
Be sure not to overfill the tank as water damage may occur
to furniture or flooring due to spillage.
HUNTER WILL NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR
DAMAGE TO PROPERTY CAUSED BY WATER SPILLAGE.
4. Carry the tank back to the humidifier. Turn the tank upright
and place it on the humidifier. Be sure that the tank is seated
properly in the base. If the tank is properly located on the
base, you will see air bubbles flowing up into the tank.
5. Place the full tank on the unit and allow the water to fill the
bottom tray. The water is at the proper level in the bottom
tray when the tank stops bubbling. Run the unit on "HI"
speed for 1 1 ⁄2 minutes for optimum pump operation. Set the
unit to the desired speed.

Cleaning the Humidifier

Many regions have hard water with high concentrations of
minerals. When water evaporates from The Care Free ®
Evaporative Humidifier, minerals may be left behind. These
minerals can form a hard white scale which can be removed by
following the cleaning instructions. The frequency of cleaning
due to mineral build up can vary depending upon the quality of
water you may have. Refer to Figure 1 for part names.
1. Turn the humidifier 'OFF' and unplug the unit.
2. Lift the main housing and remove the PermaWick Filter
Frame containing the PermaWick™ Filter. The motor is
attached to the main housing. Do not place the motor near
water. Do not use a wet towel on the motor or motor housing
as electrical shock may occur.
3. The PermaWick™ Filter should be cleaned in a vinegar
and water solution to remove any mineral buildup. Place in
a solution of one (1) gallon of water and eight (8) ounces
of undiluted white vinegar. Allow the filter to soak for 20
minutes.
4. After soaking, rinse it several times with clean water. Place
the PermaWick™ Filter in a location where it can drip dry
while you clean the other parts of your humidifier.
5. Remove the water tank from the base and empty any water
that is left in the tank. Soak the base in a mixture of one
(1) gallon of water and eight (8) ounces of vinegar for 20
minutes.
6. After soaking, wipe the base with a soft cloth or sponge to
remove any mineral build up. Rinse with clean water several
times. If you are planning on storing the humidifier, be sure
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the base is completely dry.
7. Fill the water tank with one (1) gallon of water and eight
ounces of undiluted white vinegar. Replace the tank cap and
shake the tank vigorously until all interior surfaces of the tank
have been exposed to the water/vinegar mixture.
8. Empty the tank of the water/vinegar mixture. Rinse it several
times with clean water and then replace the tank cap. If
you are planning on storing the humidifier, dry it inside and
out, leaving the cap off to allow the tank to completely dry.
Continue to clean the other parts of your humidifier.
9. Remove the water diffuser cap by squeezing the two tabs
as shown in Figure 3. Rinse the cap in clean water to
remove any debris. If the cap contains hard water residue,
soak it in a mixture of one (1) quart of water and two (2)
ounces of vinegar for 20 minutes. Rinse well and reinstall the
water diffuser cap. Do not expose motor or other electrical
components to water.
10. Wipe the surfaces of the main housing with a soft cloth.
11. Once all the parts are clean, reassemble the humidifier,
and follow the USING YOUR HUMIDIFIER instructions to
continue use. If you are storing the humidifier, make sure
the parts are completely dry, reassemble, and store in a dry
location.
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water diffuser Cap
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