Reset; Replacing The Water Purification Filter - Bionaire BWM5075 Instruction Manual

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from it's electrical outlet. Be sure to pull by
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the plug and not the cord.
7. NEVER drop or insert any object into any
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openings. DO NOT place hands, face, or
By choosing a Bionaire ® humidifier, you have
body directly over or near Moisture Outlet
chosen one of the finest humidifiers on the
Figure 1
while unit is in operation. DO NOT cover
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Moisture Outlet or place anything over it
while the unit is operating.
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8. DO NOT operate any appliance with a
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
damaged cord or plug, after the appliance
NOTE: Before reading these
malfunctions, or if it has been dropped or
instructions, please review the
damaged in any manner. Return appliance
corresponding illustrations.
to manufacturer for examination, electrical or
Descriptions (See Figure 1/2)
mechanical adjustment, or repair.
A. Mist Chamber
9. Use appliance only for intended household
B. Medicine Cup use as described in this manual. Any other
use not recommended by the manufacturer
C. Humidifier Housing
may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to
D. Power Dial
persons. The use of attachments not
E. Night Light Control
recommended or sold by the manufacturer,
F Night Light
may cause hazards.
G Tank Handle
10. DO NOT use outdoors.
H. Tank
11. Always place humidifier on a firm, flat, level
I. Tank Cap surface. A waterproof mat or pad is
J. Humidifier Base recommended for under the humidifier.
NEVER place it on a surface that may
K. Water Purification Filter
become damaged by exposure to water and
L. Water Tray
moisture (i.e. finished floor).
M. Safety Lock
12. DO NOT allow the Moisture Outlet to directly
N. Heating Element
face the wall. Moisture could cause
damage, particularly to wallpaper.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Figure 2 13. Humidifier should be unplugged when not in
When using electrical appliances, basic safety
use.
precautions should always be followed to reduce
14. NEVER tilt, move, or attempt to empty unit
the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to
while it is operating. Shut off and unplug
persons, including the following:
before removing the water tank and moving
1. Read all instructions before using the
the unit. DO NOT attempt to remove the
appliance.
water tank within 15 minutes after the
2. To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the
humidifier is turned off and unplugged.
appliance directly into an electrical outlet
Serious injury may result.
and fully insert the plug.
15. This humidifier requires regular maintenance
3. Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To
to operate appropriately. Refer to cleaning
avoid fire hazard, NEVER put the cord under
and maintenance procedures.
rugs, or near radiators, stoves, or heaters.
16. NEVER use detergents, petrol, glass
4. DO NOT place humidifier near heat sources
cleaner, furniture polish, paint thinner, or
such as stoves, radiators, and heaters. Do
other household solvents to clean any part
locate your humidifier on an inside wall near
of the humidifier.
an electrical outlet. The humidifier should be
17. Excessive humidity in a room can cause water
at least 10cm/4" away from the wall for best
condensation on windows and some furniture.
results.
If this happens, turn the humidifier OFF
5. WARNING: This humidifier produces hot
18. Do not use humidifier in an area where
steam and therefore should not be placed in
humidity level is in excess of 55%.
an area where it is accessible to children.
Never use a humidifier in a closed room. (i.e: 19. DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any
doors and windows closed) as it may result electrical or mechanical functions on this
unit. The inside of the unit contains no user
in excessive humidity.
serviceable parts. All servicing should be
6. WARNING: Do not attempt to refill
performed by qualified personnel only.
humidifier without first unplugging the unit
20. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be 2. Twist off the tank cap located on the bottom
replaced by the manufacturer or its service of the reservoir by turning counter clockwise
agent or a similarly qualified person. and fill the water tank with cool, fresh water.
Do not fill with warm water as this may
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cause leaking.
Please note that this is an electrical
NOTE: If the filter or water tray are dry, wait 15
appliance, and requires attention when
minutes before turning on the unit. The 15
in use.
minute wait is necessary to ensure that the filter
How Your Warm Mist Humidifier Works is properly saturated and the water is at its
optimal level for best performance.
Your Bionaire ® Warm Mist Humidifier is designed
to allow the proper amount of water to flow out 3. After filling the tank, replace the tank cap by
of the tank and through the water purification firmly turning clockwise and then replace the
filter. The filter takes most of the minerals and
water tank on the base. The tank will
sediment out of the water before the water
immediately begin to empty into the base.
enters the heating chamber where the
4. Plug the power cord into a convenient and
Electronic Thermal Control heating element
suitable power supply.
warms the water. Air is drawn in through the
grill openings located in the back of the unit and OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (See Figure 2)
mixed with steam in the misting chamber. The
IMPORTANT
warm mist is then dispersed out of the top of the
misting chamber through the outlet grill and into 1. Fill the water tank (see "Filling the Water
the room. Tank" instructions).
NOTE: A humidity level below 30% can be 2. When using the water purification filter in the
humidifier for the first time or when the unit
unhealthy and uncomfortable. The recommended
has sat dry for any length of time, pre-soak
humidity level is between 45%-55%.
the Water Purification Filter thoroughly by
PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
immersing filter in water for 5 mintues. Then
1. Be sure the humidifier is disconnected from replace in the water tray and wait 15 minutes
the electrical outlet and the power dial is in before turning on the unit for the first time.
the 0 - off position. The 15 minute wait is necessary to ensure
that the filter is properly saturated and the
2. Select a location for your humidifier, on a flat
water is at its optimal level for best
surface, about 10cm away from the wall. Do
performance. Then, carefully lift the water
not place your humidifier on furniture. A floor
tank and check if the water tray (I) is 2/3 full
location that will not be damaged by
of water. If not, replace the water tank and
moisture is best.
wait a further 5 minutes until the water
3. Remove the water tank (see Figure 1).
reaches the desired level.
Remove the Water Purification Filter (In some
DO NOT switch on the humidifier until the
circumstances the filter may be contained
water tray is 2/3 full of water.
within a bag. Please remove the bag.). Soak
3. Turn the power dial to the I position. It is
thoroughly by immersing filter in water for 5
normal for the humidifier to take about 3-5
minutes. Then replace in the water tray and
minutes to warm up and begin to mist.
wait 15 minutes for water to pass through
the filter before turning on the unit. 4. The Medicine Cup (B) is located on the top of
the Mist Chamber (A). To use, pour designated
4. Make sure the water tray is free of foreign
humidifier medication into the groove.
objects by removing the Mist Chamber. To
DO NOT add medication to the water tank.
remove this stack you must move the Safety
DO NOT add medication to the medicine cup
Lock (M) that secures both parts in place.
(Replace the Mist Chamber over the heating when the unit is already operating.
element and make sure that the Safety Lock
Nightlight
dial is in the "Lock" position).
1. To activate nightlight( ), move the dial to
Filling the Water Tank
the on (I) position.
NOTE: This humidifier holds about 5.5 litres of 2. To maximize bulb life, turn the nightlight
water in the tank and humidifier base. The ( ) off (O) during the day.
humidifier will produce up to 11.5 litres of
moisture over a 24-hour period.
1. Be sure the humidifier is disconnected from
the electrical outlet and the power dial is in
the 0 - off position. Remove the water tank.
RESET PROCEDURE We cannot over-emphasize how essential
proper cleaning is to the maintenance and
NOTE: When the water tank is empty and the
continued use of your unit and the avoidance of
water in the Heating Chamber is almost empty,
the re-fill light (red) will illuminate and the algae or bacteria build-up.
Automatic Shut-off will activate. The unit will not
Regular Maintenance
operate again until you refill the water tank and
The frequency of maintenance will depend on
reset the humidifier.
the average daily use of your humidifier and the
1. Turn the power dial to the O - off position.
water hardness of your area. It is recommended
2. Unplug the unit.
that this procedure is carried out weekly or more
3. Remove and refill the water tank. Replace regularly if necessary.
the tank onto the base.
1. Before cleaning, set the control to 0 - off
4. Wait 15 minutes for the Automatic Shut-Off
position and unplug the unit from the
to reset. electrical outlet.
5. After 15 minutes, plug in the unit and turn 2. Remove the water tank then unlock the
the Mode Knob to High. The refill light should misting chamber by rotating the safety lock.
now be off (if not repeat steps 1 through 4). Lift mist chamber from the unit's base. Now
In about 3-5 minutes, the humidifier will lift the tray from the base.
begin to produce moisture.
3. Empty water and minerals from the tray and
6. If the refill light remains lit, unplug the wash it through to remove any sediment and
humidifier and wait a further 15 minutes. dirt that has accumulated in the tray.
NOTE: It is imperative that the tray is cleaned
IMPORTANT:
properly. The tray is dishwasher safe for easy
If you do not plan to use the humidifier for two or
cleaning (Top rack of the dishwasher only).
more days, make sure any residual water is
4. Rinse out the tank out and refill with clean
drained from the water tank and base to prevent
cool water.
algae or bacteria growth.
5. Wipe the heating element clean with a soft

Replacing the Water Purification Filter

cloth after it has had a chance to cool.
The water purification filter is used to retain WARNING: If the misting chamber is left
minerals in your water and provide a clean assembled to the humidifier, it may take up to an
moisture output. The filter life is determined by hour before the heating element is sufficiently
the average daily use of your humidifier and the
cool to be touched.
water hardness in your area. Areas with hard
This humidifier heats the water producing a
water will require more frequent replacement of
clean moisture. Some of the impurities from the
the filter. It is strongly recommended that the
water are collected in the Heating Chamber. The
filter be replaced at least every 2-3 months
Electronic Thermal Control Heating element is
(depending on use) or when the heating
lined with a Teflon coating that is designed to
element is starting to gather minerals on it.
provide the easiest cleaning to prolong the
operating efficiency of the humidifier.
To Replace the Filter:
DO NOT use any metal or hard objects to clean
1. Switch the humidifier to 0 - off and unplug.
the Heating Element. The coating can be
Remove the tank, drain any water from the
scratched if cleaned improperly.
base, lift out the used filter, and throw it away.
Never use detergents, gasoline, kerosene, glass
2. Remove the protective bag from the new
cleaner, furniture polish, paint thinner or other
filter and pre-soak the Water Purification
household solvents to clean any part of the
Filter thoroughly by immersing filter in water
humidifier.
for 5 minutes. Then replace in the water tray
and wait 15 minutes for water to pass
De-scaling Maintenance
through the filter before turning on the unit.
• Scale needs to be removed as it becomes
Cleaning and Maintenance Instruction noticeable. We recommend using Bionaire
Clean Away - Humidifier cleaning solution.
The following maintenance procedures must be
• Apply Solution with a plastic brush to scale
routinely followed in order to ensure proper,
surfaces. Let it soak until residue is softened.
efficient operation of your humidifier. The unit
For cleaning the tank, mix 2 capsules of
WILL FAIL if it is not cleaned properly.
solution with 2 litres of water. Let mixture
Regular cleaning prevents scale build-up on the
stand for several minutes, swishing every few
heating element and tray. It also prevents micro-
minutes. Drain solution and THOROUGHLY
organisms from growing on the tray and tank. This
RINSE the tank.
ensures that maximum efficiency will be achieved.
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