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MAINTENANCE
How to Care for Your Humidifier
CAUTION Turn the unit o and disconnect the power
before attempting any maintenance
.
Wick Replacement (Uses 1043 Superwick)
1. When it’s time to replace the wick, allow the unit
to run dry so the wick will be drier and easier to
remove.
2. With the unit turned o and unplugged, lift the chas-
sis (top part) o and set aside in a safe place.
3. Lift out the wick in the black wick retainer.
4. Unlatch the clips on the side of the retainer, open
and discard the used wick.
DO NOT DISCARD THE BLACK WICK RETAINER.
5. Insert a new 1043 wick and close wick retainer
using the small clips on the edge of the retainer.
General Cleaning
We recommend cleaning the unit regularly to keep it
free of scale and smelling fresh.
Recommended cleaning fluids:
• White vinegar to remove scale
• Household bleach for general disinfecting
(use for cleaning only).
N
OTE Regular use of an EPA approved bacteriostat, such
as part # 1970, added to the water reservoir helps keep the
interior of the unit from growing mildew or mold.
NOTE When cleaning, we recommend moving the humid
-
ifier to an area where water will not cause damage, such
as the kitchen or bathroom.
Cleaning the Unit
1. Before cleaning, we recommend allowing the unit
to run out of water to make cleaning easier. Turn
o and unplug the unit. Lift o the chassis and
empty the cabinet by removing the wick, wick
retainer, float rod, and Styrofoam float.
2. Place the wick retainer in the sink to drain. Open
the retainer and dispose of the used wick.
3. Pour out any water remaining in the base. Clean
the reservoir in the base by filling about half full
with clean water and adding about 1 cup of white
vinegar. Let it sit for 20 minutes, then pour the
water out. Rinse out reservoir completely.
4. Take a soft cloth dampened with white vinegar
and water solution and wipe down the interior and
exterior of base.
FRONT
OPEN THE RETAINER
REPLACE WICK &
CLOSE RETAINER
Performance Tips
• Wicks should be replaced at
least once each season, and
after every 30 to 60 days of
use.
• In areas with hard water,
replace wick more often.
• Use Essick Air Bacteriostat
(part # 1970) to reduce
bacteria and mineral buildup.
Follow directions on the bottle
.
Wick Care
:
• Wicks should not be
washed or rinsed.
• If cleaning the base be-
tween wick changes, run
the fan until the wick is
dry. Then lift the wicks out,
supporting them with your
hands, and set them aside
to be reinstalled after the
cleaning is complete
.