Bemis D46720, D46 720 Owner's Manual

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APARTMENT,

Tower Style

Evaporative Humidifier

OWNER’S
CARE
&
USE
MANUAL

MODEL:

D46 720 – Multi-Room
4-Speed Digital Controls
With Removable Bottles

 Digital Control
 Automatic Humidistat
 Automatic Shutoff
 Quiet Setting for Nighttime use

SAVE THE ENVIRONMENT

RECYCLE APPROPRIATE MATERIALS

To order parts and accessories call 1-800-547-3888

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French and Spanish
Instructions included.

Se incluyen instrucci ones
En Español y Francés.

Directives en Français et en
espagnol compris

This product uses
2 # 1040 Wicks

1B71759 3/09 Printed in China

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General Safety Instructions

READ BEFORE USING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

DANGER: means if the safety information is not followed someone will be seriously
injured or killed.

WARNING: means if the safety information is not followed someone could be
seriously injured or killed.

CAUTION: means if the safety information is not followed someone may be injured.

1. To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, this humidifier has a polarized plug
(one blade is wider than the other.) Plug humidifier directly into a 120V, A.C.
electrical outlet. Do not use extension cords. If the plug does not fully fit
into the outlet, reverse plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

2. Keep the electric cord out of traffic areas. To reduce the risk of fire hazard,
never put the electric cord under rugs, near heat registers, radiators, stoves or
heaters.

3. Always unplug the unit before moving, cleaning or removing the fan assembly
section from the humidifier, or whenever it is not in service.

4. Keep the humidifier clean.

5. Do not put foreign objects inside the humidifier.

6. Do not allow unit to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used
by or near children.

7. Never use your humidifier while any part is missing or damaged in any manner.

8. To reduce the risk of electrical hazard or damage to humidifier, do not tilt, jolt or
tip humidifier while unit is running.

9. To reduce the risk of damage to humidifier, unplug when not in use.

10. To reduce the risk of accidental electrical shock, do not touch the cord or
controls with wet hands.

11. To reduce the risk of fire, do not use near an open flame such as a candle or
other flame source.

12. Note the warning shown below.

WARNING: To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or injury always unplug
before servicing or cleaning.

INTRODUCTION

Your Essick Air evaporative humidifier adds invisible moisture to your home by
moving dry inlet air through a saturated wick. As air moves through the wick, the
water evaporates into the air, leaving behind any white dust, minerals, or dissolved
and suspended solids. Because the water is evaporated, there is just clean and
invisible moist air.

As the evaporative wick traps accumulated minerals from the water, its ability to
absorb and evaporate water decreases. We recommend changing the wick at the
beginning of every season. In hard water areas, more frequent replacement may
be necessary to maintain your humidifier’s efficiency.

Use only Essick Air brand replacement wicks and chemicals. To order parts, wicks
and chemicals call 1-800-547-3888. The D46 720 humidifier uses two (2) Essick
Air wicks # 1040 (twin pack). Only the Essick Air evaporative wick guarantees the
certified output of your humidifier. Use of wicks other than Essick Air brand will void
your warranty as well as the certification of output and may reduce the output of
your humidifier.

How Your Humidifier Works

Dry air is drawn into the humidifier through the back and moisturized as it passes
through the evaporative wick. It is then fanned out into the room.

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CAUTION: Do NOT position the unit directly in front of a hot air duct or
radiator. Do NOT place on soft carpet.

ASSEMBLY, CONTROLS & OPERATION

1) Remove all packaging materials before operation. Ensure plastic
wrap around wicks is removed before operating unit.

2) The humidifier should be placed at least FOUR inches away from
any walls and away from heat registers. Unrestricted airflow into
the unit will result in the best efficiency and performance.

3) Remove the evaporative wicks and all of the remaining packaging
materials from the cabinet. Check to see that you have all of the
items removed from the box before discarding the packaging.

IMPORTANT FILLING INFORMATION

4) Fill by taking the tank/container to your sink
and fill with cool tap water, or bottled distilled
water. Do not use warm water as this might
cause damage and leaking to the unit.

5) Remove the water bottle, observe the water

bottle cap, and locate the valve stem mechanism
(Figure A). The cap may be removed for filling and to

provide easy access for cleaning with a long soft brush.
The valve supplies a regulated amount of

Figure A

water to the channel and wick. Do not
attempt to increase water flow by
modifying this valve or adding
additional holes to the bottle. Doing so
will void your warranty and may cause
water damage to your home.
NOTE: The water level can be easily
observed through the tinted water
bottle. It is time to refill the bottle
when the refill light is on.

6) Fill the tanks with water. If you
only have softened water available in
your home, you can use it, but you
will notice a buildup of minerals on

Release
Latches

Release
Latches

the wick much sooner. When filling,
be careful not to overfill.

7) When the tank is filled for the first
time and the wick is still dry, it will
take approximately 30 minutes for the
wick to absorb the water from the

Figure B

base. After this initial saturation, the
tank should be refilled again to
obtain maximum running time.

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REPLACING EVAPORATIVE WICKS

8) Remove both bottles.

9) Depress both latches to remove grille and wicks.

10) Replace wicks and grille, latches will snap in place

11) Replace bottles to original position (See Figure B).

NOTE: Overfilling will result in water damage.
OPERATION

DESIRED
HUMIDITY
SETTING
LOW - 1 DROP

HROUGH

HIGH- 4 DROPS

FAN SPEED
INDICATOR
LOW - 1
THROUGH
HIGH - 4

ACTUAL
HUMIDITY
READING

HUMIDITY
CONTRO L
BUTTON

%

%

HUMIDITY

PRESS TO SET

RANGE 25% - 65%

SPEED

PRESS TO SET

HOLD FOR OFF

REFILL INDICATOR

POWER INDICATOR

FAN SPEED
BUTTON

1) Plug cord into wall receptacle. Your humidifier is now ready for use. The
humidifier should be placed at least FOUR inches away from any walls and
away from heat registers. Unrestricted airflow into the unit will result in the best
efficiency and performance.

2) The digital control allows you to use the low setting for the quietest operation or
a high setting for maximum output.

3) For initial operation, push the speed button once for the sleep setting and
continuously press the button to increase desired speed to the highest speed.
TO STOP the unit, press the button for two seconds, or keep pressing button
until display reads OFF.

4) To take advantage of the digital humidistat, press the speed button to any
setting other than OFF

. Then adjust the set humidity by using the up and down
buttons. Humidity will increase in increments of 10%. When the room humidity
level rises above the set humidity, the humidifier will stop. When the humidity
level drops below the set humidity, the humidifier will turn on automatically.

5) The refill light will indicate when the unit is completely out of water in both
bottles. The motor will also shut off. To refill, refer to Step 4 IMPORTANT
FILLING INFORMATION.

NOTE: When excessive condensation exists, a lower speed setting is
recommended.

CAUTION: Disconnect power before filling, cleaning or servicing unit. Keep
grille dry at all times.

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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 reservoir after cleaning.
We recommend cleaning your humidifier at least once every two weeks to

maintain optimum environmental conditions for your home.

We also recommend using Essick Air Bacteriostat Treatment each time
you refill your humidifier to eliminate bacterial growth. Add bacteriostat

according to the instructions on the bottle. Please call 1-800-547-3888 to
order Bacteriostat Treatment reference part#1970.

1) Turn off unit completely and unplug from outlet.

2) Carry base and bottles to cleaning basin and remove bottles.

3) Lift wicks from the base allowing the water to drain. Rinse the wicks
under fresh water only. Do not use soap, detergent, or any other
cleaners on the wick. Leave in sink to drain.

REMOVING SCALE

4) Empty the water from the base and bottles. Fill bottles and base ½ full
with water and add 8 oz. (1 cup) of white vinegar. Let stand 20 minutes,
then empty solution.

5) Dampen a soft cloth with white vinegar and wipe out the base to remove
scale. Rinse the bottles and base thoroughly with fresh water to remove
scale and cleaning solution before disinfecting.

DISINFECTING UNIT

6) Fill the reservoir ½ full with water and add 1 teaspoon of bleach. Wipe
all surfaces on cabinet with a soft cloth dampened with solution. Let
solution stay for 20 minutes then rinse with water until bleach smell is
gone. Dry with clean cloth. The outside of the unit may be wiped down
with a soft cloth dampened with fresh water.

7) Refill unit and re-assemble per ASSEMBLY instructions.

SUMMER STORAGE

1) Clean unit as outlined in Care & Maintenance section.

2) Discard used wick and any water in the reservoir and allow unit 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.

4) Install new filter at beginning of season.

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ESSICK AIR PRODUCTS

HUMIDIFIER WARRANTY POLICY

EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 2008

SALES RECEIPT REQUIRED AS PROOF OF PURCHASE

FOR ALL WARRANTY CLAIMS.

This product is warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for one year
from the date of sale except for motors, which are warranted for two years. This
warranty does not apply to filters or wicks which are customer replaceable parts.
This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the product when it is purchased
from a reputable retailer/dealer.

This warranty does not apply to damage from accident, misuse, alterations,
unauthorized repairs, unauthorized use, mishandling, unreasonable use, abuse,
including failure to perform reasonable maintenance, normal wear and tear, nor where
the connected voltage is more than 5% above the nameplate voltage, nor to the
equipment or products being improperly installed or wired or maintained in violation of
this Owner’s Manual.

Alterations include the substitution of name brand components including, but not limited
to wicks and bacteria treatment.

THIS PRODUCT IS NOT INTENDED FOR COMMERCIAL USE. THIS IS THE SOLE
AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY GIVEN BY MANUFACTURER WITH RESPECT TO
THE PRODUCTS AND, TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IS IN
LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW OR OTHERWISE.
INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

No employee, agent, dealer or other person is authorized to give any warranties or
conditions on behalf of the manufacturer. The customer shall be responsible for all
costs incurred in the removal or reinstallation and shipping of the product for repairs.

Within the limitations of this warranty, purchaser with inoperative units should
contact customer service @ 800-547-3888 for paperwork and instructions on the
return of the unit for repair. A copy of the sales receipt is required before

authorization to return a unit for repair is approved. The manufacturer will repair or
replace the product, at its discretion, with return freight paid by the manufacturer. It is
agreed that such repair or replacement is the exclusive remedy available from the
manufacturer and that TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE
MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND,
INCLUDING INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE OR LOSS OF PROFITS
OR REVENUES.

This warranty will be null & void if purchaser attempts to repair or replace any
parts which are mechanical or electrical.

The warranty gives the customer specific legal rights, and the customer may also have
other rights which vary from province to province, or state to state.

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