Hunter 38200 User manual

Category
Humidifiers
Type
User manual
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Evaporative HumidifierEvaporative HumidifierEvaporative Humidifier
Form# 43052-01
20080902
©2008 Hunter Fan Co.
English
Owners Guide
Models
32200
38200
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WARNING / CAUTION
Important Safety Instructions:
Read all instructions before using this
humidifier.
Thank you for purchasing the Care
Free® Ultra Evaporative Humidifier
by Hunter Fan Company. Please read
and save these instructions to receive
maximum benefit and performance from
your humidifier.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. This humidifier may not work properly
on an uneven surface. ALWAYS place
this humidifier on a firm, level and
water resistant surface. ALWAYS place
the humidifier at least six (6) inches
away from walls and heat sources
such as stoves, radiators or heaters.
2. ALWAYS place the humidifier in an
area that is out of the reach of children.
3. Before using the humidifier, extend
the cord and inspect for any sign of
damage. DO NOT use the product if
the cord has been damaged.
4. This product has a polarized plug as
a safety feature (one blade is wider
than the other). This plug will fit into
a polarized outlet only one way. If the
plug does not fully fit into the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician. DO
NOT attempt to defeat or override this
feature.
5. ALWAYS unplug and empty the
humidifier when it is not in operation or
while it is being cleaned.
6. DO NOT tilt or move the humidifier
while it is in operation. Never move
the humidifier while there is water in
the tank. Empty the water tank, turn
the unit off, and unplug the unit before
moving.
7. In addition to routine maintenance
which may be required, this humidifier
requires seasonal cleaning. Refer
to and follow the instructions for
CLEANING THE HUMIDIFIER AND
THE WATER TANK.
8. This unit was designed to be used with
distilled and/or tap water. DO NOT add
scented oils, perfumes or fragrance
additives to the water.
READ AND SAVE THESE NSTRUCTIONS
Warning / Caution .................................. 3
Read and Save These nstructions ........ 3
How the Care Free® Evaporative
Humidifier Works ................................... 4
Humidifier Parts ..................................... 4
Using Your Humidifier ............................ 4
Refilling The Water Tank ........................ 5
Cleaning The Humidifier
and Water Tank...................................... 6
Replacing The Humdifier Wick .............. 6
Service Parts ......................................... 7
Technical Support .................................. 7
Other Hunter Products........................... 7
Español.................................................. 9
Français ............................................... 17
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The Care Free® Humidifier Evaporative
Humidifier has a unique patented design
with several innovative features:
• Low Maintenance – Other humidifiers
have paper filters that need to be
replaced every few months. Our
exclusive PermaWick™ filter saves time
and money. It’s designed to last season
after season, saving up to $45 a year.
No wet paper odors either.
• Regulated Release™ System – By
dispersing water from the top of the
PermaWick™ filter, stagnant water
around the PermaWick™ filter is
eliminated, and the buildup of mineral
residue that can clog the filter and
impede performance is eliminated.
NOTE: The filter has a coating on the
wick which may make it appear old or
used, but is actually new.
• Built-in Antimicrobial Properties
The plastic parts and the PermaWick™
filter have built-in antimicrobial
properties to inhibit the growth of
bacteria, mold and fungi that may affect
these parts.
NOTE: This product contains
antimicrobial properties which are built-in
to inhibit the growth of bacteria which
may affect the plastic and PermaWick™
filter in the humidifier. These properties
do not extend to the water, humidified
air or users. Conduct routine cleaning
and maintenance based upon use and
individual conditions.
• No White Dust – The Care Free®
Humidifier Evaporative Humidifier
produces no white dust that can settle
on furniture or be inhaled.
How the Care Free®
Evaporative Humidifier Works
HUMIDIFIER PARTS
Figure 1.
USING YOUR HUMIDIFIER
1. Remove the Hunter® Evaporative
Humidifier from its packaging.
2. Place the humidifier on a hard, flat,
water resistant surface. Always place
the humidifier at least six (6) inches
away from walls and sources of heat.
3. Make sure the Power/Speed Control
is in the ‘OFF’ position. NOTE: The
Power/Speed Control should always
be off before unplugging the humidifier,
moving the humidifier, or refilling the
water tank. See Figure 2.
Figure 2.
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Figure 5.
Figure 3.
5. Grasp the Water Tank by its Tank Tote
and remove it from the Base.
6. Turn the Water Tank upside-down and
remove the Tank Fill Cap. See Figure
4.
Figure 4.
7. Fill the Water Tank with water, return
the Tank Fill Cap to its position and
tighten it, and return the Water tank to
the Base.
8. Plug the humidifier’s Power Cord into
a standard household power outlet.
9. Turn the Power/Speed Control to your
desired humidifier fan speed. See
Figure 5.
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 DADAMAGE TO PROPERTY
CAUAUSED 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.
4. Lift the Main Housing to ensure the
Wick is properly seated, resting on the
bottom of the base and not tilted or
otherwise out of position. See Figure
3. Place the Main Housing back on the
Base.
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REPLACING THE HUMDIFIER WICK
NOTE: The humidifier’s Wick is made of
paper and is NOT washable.
Over time, minerals in your water
will build up in the humidifier’s Wick,
degrading its ability to absorb water
and reducing the humidifier’s output.
Therefore, you should replace the
humidifier’s Wick every 4 - 8 weeks,
depending on the hardness of your
water.
1. Turn the humidifier ‘off’ and unplug the
unit.
2. Lift the Main Housing, remove it from
the Base, and set it aside.
CLEANING THE HUMIDIFIER AND
WATER TANK
Many regions have hard water with
high concentrations of minerals. When
water evaporates from The Hunter®
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
water dispersion tray and the wick. 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. Replace the humidifier’s wick every 4 -
8 weeks or when it has turned brown.
4. 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. The base is
dishwasher safe.
5. 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 the
base is completely dry.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Wipe the surfaces of the main housing
with a soft cloth.
9. Once all the parts are clean,
reassemble the humidifier, and follow
the USING YOUR HUMIDIFIER 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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OTHER HUNTER PRODUCTS
To learn more about Hunter Fan
Company products, please see our web
page at:
www.hunterfan.com
3. Grasp the humidifier Wick, hold it over
the base, and squeeze the water from
it. This will keep water from dripping
onto your floor. You may also want
to wrap the Wick in a towel to keep it
from dripping while you transport it to
disposal.
4. Replace the old Wick with a new
Hunter humidifier Wick, number 31911.
New Wicks are available at your local
Hunter retailer or at www.hunterfan.
com.
5. Ensure the Wick is properly seated,
resting on the bottom of the base and
not tilted or otherwise out of position.
6. Return the Main Housing to its position
on the Base. Make certain the Main
Housing is properly seated on the
Base.
7. Plug the humidifier’s Power Cord into
a standard household power outlet and
turn the Power/Speed Control to your
desired setting.
SERVICE PARTS
Model No. ...................................... 32200
Base .............................................. 97676
Water Tank..................................... 97678
Tank Cap ....................................... 87843
Filter ................................................31911
Hunter Original
®
Fans
Programmable
Thermostats
Air Purifiers
To obtain a service part for your
humidifier, call customer service
at 1-888-830-1326 or e-mail us at
[email protected]. Please be
prepared to tell the operator the model
number of your humidifier and the name
of the part you need to replace and the
part number. Refer to Figure 1 for part
names.
Fan Company
2500 Frisco Avenue
Memphis, Tennessee 38114
Printed in china and Taiwan
Fan Company
2500 Frisco Avenue
Memphis, Tennessee 38114
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Español
Español
Humidificador de
Evaporación
Humidificador de
Evaporación
Humidificador de
Evaporación
Form# 43052-02
20080902
©2008 Hunter Fan Co.
Español
Manual del Propietario
Modelos
32200
38200
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Français
Français
Humidificateur à
évaporation
Humidificateur à
évaporation
Humidificateur à
évaporation
Form# 43052-05
20080902
©2008 Hunter Fan Co.
FRANÇAIS
Guide du propriétaire
Modèle
32200
38200
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Hunter Original
®
Thermostat
programmable
Purificateur d’air
AUTRES PRODUITS DE HUNTER
POUR LE CONFORT DE VOTRE
FOYER
Fan Company
2500 Frisco Avenue
Memphis, Tennessee 38114
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Hunter 38200 User manual

Category
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Type
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