Troubleshooting Guide - Guardian H1200 Use & Care Instructions Manual

CLEANING
ULTRASONIC DISk
1. Unplug unit.
2. Remove the tank and empty all water from unit base and tank.
3. Locate the ultrasonic disk on the inside center of the base unit.
4. Use ONLY the enclosed cleaning brush to gently clean disk and remove build up and deposits.
Do not scrub or scrape the ultrasonic disk.
If scale becomes difficult to remove with brush:
1. Fill the Base with: mixture of 1/4 cup white vinegar and 1/4 cup water.
2. Let solution stand for 5 minutes.
3. With the vinegar in the Base, clean all interior surfaces with a soft cloth or brush to help
remove scale.
4. Also check mist nozzle and mist tube in water tank. Clean as needed.
5. Rinse the Base thoroughly with water to remove scale and vinegar solution.
Are minerals in your water producing white dust?
Try Decalcification Cartridge FLTDC20
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Look for cartridge at your local retailer or visit
www.guardiantechnologies.com
END OF SEASON STORAGE
• Follow the Cleaning and Descaling instructions when the humidifier will be stored at the end
of the season.
• Dry the humidifier completely before storing. DO NOT store with water inside the Base or
Water Tank.
• Pack the unit in its original carton and store in a cool, dry location.
NOTE: IF YOU EXpERIENCE A pRObLEM DO NOT ATTEMpT TO OpEN THE MOTOR
HOUSING YOURSELF. DOING SO MAY VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CAUSE DAMAGE
TO THE HUMIDIFIER OR pERSONAL INJURY.
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Ultrasonic Disk
*Clean the disk with the
brush only. No other
cleaning tool should
be used. BRUSH ONLY.

TROUbLESHOOTING GUIDE

pRObLEM SOLUTION
Water vapor and humidity are Power Plug: Unplug and then try again.
not produced.
Power Failure: When the power is returned, try again.
Tank Installation: Make sure the tank is correctly attached.
The surface of the ultrasonic disk is dirty: Clean ultrasonic disk.
(see pg. E-8)
Air blows but water vapor is Excessive Water: Remove a certain amount of water from
not produced. the tank.
Detergent residue and/or oil ingredients from cosmetics, etc may
be in tank; wash out tank and try again.
The surface of the ultrasonic disk is dirty: Clean ultrasonic disk.
(see pg. E-8)
If you use hard water, replace with softer water.
Humidity level is low. The surface of the ultrasonic disk is dirty: Clean ultrasonic disk.
(see pg. E-8)
The water in the unit is too cold: Replace with cool, but not
cold water.
Damage on the ultrasonic disk: Contact Customer Service
1.866.603.5900
The humidity has a bad smell. Poor maintenance or dirty water: Clean the product thoroughly, and
fill it with fresh water. (see pg. E-8)
White dust is forming on Hard water may deposit a certain amount of dust. Dust in the air
nearby furniture. also settles because of added humidity in the room. Use distilled
water if this becomes a nuisance.
* Decalcification Filter (FLTDC20) available at
www.guardiantechnologies.com or through Customer Service
1.866.603.5900.
Unit has stopped working. No or low water. Unplug unit and refill tank.
Water is accumulating outside of unit Saturation of humidity. Lower mist control setting.
or area surrounding unit.
Unit not level and water is accumulating. Unplug and place on
level surface. Point spray away from objects. Raise unit on a
water-resistant level surface 2-3 feet off of floor.
Water dripping when refilling. Water remaining on bottom of tank. Wipe tank or tilt to drain
before transporting.
Increased noise level. Unit must be placed on a flat, level, hard surface. Make sure it is
NOT placed on a soft or absorbent surface.
Red light on power dial. Indicates low water. Unplug and refill tank.
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