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MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT: Failure to keep this humidifier clean from mineral deposits normally
contained in any water supply will affect the efficiency of the operation. Customer
failure to follow these instructions may void warranty
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the appliance is unplugged and switched OFF before cleaning or
attempting to store the item. NEVER PLUG OR UNPLUG UNIT WITH WET HANDS.
DO NOT leave water in water tank or water basin when unit is not in use as it may
result in the build up of mineral deposits and bacteria that can inhibit the output
efficiency of the humidifier. If water remains in the water tank for more than a day or
two, bacterial growth is possible.
CARE AND CLEANING
Portable humidifiers require regular cleaning in order to reduce the risk of bacterial
growth, and to remove any scale residue to maintain good operational performance.
Cleaning is not too difficult. Follow the procedures below for healthy maintenance of
your warm mist humidifier.
Daily Maintenance
1. Turn switch to off (O) and unplug from wall outlet.
2. Be sure the unit has cooled for at least 15 minutes, then lift the water tank from
base and place in sink or tub.
3. Carry the humidifier base to the sink and drain any remaining water. Wipe clean
and dry with a clean cloth.
4. Drain water from water tank. Wipe clean, and dry with a clean cloth.
Weekly Maintenance (Removing Scale)
NOTE: We recommend cleaning the humidifier weekly, more often if you have hard
water or notice a build-up of impurities or detect unpleasant odors.
Repeat Steps 1-4 Above
How to Clean Water Tank
1. Fill water tank with ½ water and ½ tablespoon of bleach.
2. Let stand twenty minutes, shaking vigorously with two hands every few minutes.
3. Carefully empty the tank after 20 minutes, and rinse with warm water until you
can no longer detect a bleach smell.
How to Clean Heating Element
1. Fill the heating element with undiluted white vinegar.
2. Let stand for 20 minutes. Dampen soft, clean cloth or sponge with undiluted
white vinegar and wipe out heating element to remove scale. DO NOT use soap,
detergents or abrasive cleaners.
3. Rinse heating element using clean warm water, being careful not to submerge
the base in the water. Dry thoroughly. DO NOT IMMERSE WATER BASIN IN
WATER.
4. Soak the removable mist chamber in a solution of ½ white vinegar and ½ water
for 20 minutes. Rinse thoroughly and then wipe dry with a soft clean cloth.
