Care And Maintenance - Aircare 7D6100 Guía De Uso Y Cuidado

REPLACEMENT OF WICK
CAUTION: Before changing wick, ensure unit is turned
OFF and unplugged.
NOTE: This unit uses model SGL1040 wick. Replace the
wick at the beginning of each season, and more often in
areas with hard water.
1) To replace wick, remove the water bottle and set aside in
a safe place.
2) Reach in and remove the old wick and replace with a fresh wick.
3) Replace water bottle

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning your humidifier regularly helps eliminate odors and bacterial and
fungal growth. Ordinary household bleach is a good disinfectant and can be
used to wipe out the humidifier base and bottle/reservoir after cleaning . We
recommend cleaning your humidifier whenever changing the
recommend using Essick Air
humidifier to eliminate bacterial growth. Add bacteriostat according to the
instructions on the bottle. Visit www.AIRCAREPRODUCTS.com or call 1-800-
547-3888 to order Bacteriostat Treatment, part number 1970.
STANDARD CLEANING
1) Turn off unit completely and unplug
from outlet.
2) Remove water bottle from the humidifier
and place it in a secure place. Remove
and dispose of used wick. Locate the two
internal spring latches on the front and
rear of the base. Releasing these latches
will allow removal of the top housing. Flex
the rear latch and lift the back of the top
housing off the base far enough to clear
the latch. Flex the front latch and lift the complete top housing away from the base.
Place the top housing on a flat surface
3) Once separated from the chassis fill the base with water and 8 oz. of white
vinegar. Let solution set for 20 minutes, then empty and rinse thoroughly.
4) Similarly, clean the bottle by filling with water and 8 oz. of white vinegar, then
allow to set for 20 minutes. Rinse thoroughly.
DISINFECTING UNIT
5) Fill the base and bottle ½ full with water and add 1 teaspoon of bleach. Let
solution stay for 20 minutes, then rinse with water until bleach smell is gone.
Dry interior surfaces with clean cloth. Wipe down the outside of the unit with
a soft cloth dampened with fresh water.
6) Refill unit and reassemble per ASSEMBLY instructions.
SUMMER STORAGE
1) Clean unit as outlined in Care & Maintenance section.
2) Discard used wick and any water in the reservoir. Allow to dry thoroughly
before storage. Do not store with water inside reservoir.
3) Do not store unit in an attic or other high-temperature area, as damage is probable.
4) Install new filter at beginning of season.
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Bacteriostat Treatment each time you refill your
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