Bionaire BCM645 User Manual

digital COOL MOISTURE

humidifier

MODEL BCM645

Read instructions before operating.

Retain for future reference.

Instruction Leaflet

INFO-LINE

If after having read this leaflet, you have any

questions or comments on your humidifier,

call 1-800-253-2764 in North America.

☎

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10.Fill the reservoir and place back into housing.

11.Repeat Operating Instructions It will take about 30 min­utes for the humidifier to reach maximum output. You
can purchase replacement filters (model BWF100 filters)
at your local retailer, by calling 1-800-253-2764, filling
out the accessory card, or by visiting
www.bionaire.com. It is recommended that a
replacement filter is purchased for uninterrupted use.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Humidifiers provide comfort by adding moisture to dry,
heated indoor air. To benefit most from the humidifier and
avoid product misuse, follow all instructions carefully.
Please note that this is an electrical appliance and
requires attention when in use.

In addition, if you do not follow the recommended care
and maintenance guidelines, micro-organisms may be
able to grow in the water within the water tank. You must
routinely follow the cleaning procedures that follow in
order to ensure proper, efficient operation of your humidi­fier. Proper maintenance and cleaning is essential to the
continued performance of your unit and the avoidance of
algae or bacteria build-up.

DAILY MAINTENANCE

1. Be sure the unit is OFF and is disconnected from the
electrical outlet.

2. Remove the housing and the tank from the humidifier
and place in sink or tub.

3. Carry the base of the unit to the sink, remove the wick,
place in sink, drain any remaining water and rinse thor­oughly to remove any sediment or dirt. Wipe clean,
and dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.

4. Drain the water from the tank into the sink and rinse
tank thoroughly. Wipe clean, and dry with a clean cloth
or paper towel.

5. Put filter back in, replace the housing, then refill tank
with cool tap water as instructed earlier in the Filling
Instructions. Do not overfill.

6. Follow Operating Instructions.

WARRANTY

The Manufacturer warrants to the original retail purchaser, for
TWO (2) YEARS from the date of original purchase, either to
repair or replace at its option, without charge (parts and
labor), any supplied or manufactured part of this humidifier
which, upon inspection by an authorized service center,
proves to have failed in normal use due to defects in material
or workmanship, or, at its option, to replace the unit.

Operation under conditions other than those recommend­ed or at voltages other than the voltage indicated on the
unit, or any attempts by unauthorized personnel to service
the unit or modify it, will render the guarantee void.

The Manufacturer shall not be liable for any personal injury,
property damage or any incidental or consequential dam­ages of any kind, resulting from defects, malfunctions, mis­use, improper installation or alteration of the product.

THE MANUFACTURER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL

RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES OR INCIDENTAL LOSSES CAUSED

BY USE OF THIS PRODUCT.

The provisions of this Warranty are in addition to, and not
a modification of, or subtraction from the statutory
warranties and other rights and remedies contained in
any applicable legislation and to the extent that any such
provision purports to disclaim, exclude or limit any such
statutory warranties or other rights or remedies, such pro­visions shall be deemed to be amended to the extent
necessary to comply therewith.

FOR WARRANTY SERVICE, PLEASE CALL

1-800-253-2764 IN NORTH AMERICA.

A consumer service representative will help determine
which is the best procedure in order for your humidifier to
be repaired.

KEEP THIS NUMBER FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Bionaire® , the Bionaire logo®and Clean-Away™ are trademarks of The
Holmes Group, Inc.

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WEEKLY MAINTENANCE

To Remove Scale:

1. Repeat steps 1-4 above.

2. Clean the base by partially filling the base with one 8-oz
cup of undiluted white vinegar, or by using Clean­AwayTM(Model dms216) by the manufacturer. Leave
this solution in the base for 20 minutes, while cleaning
all interior surfaces with a soft brush. Remove base
scale by wiping the base with a cloth dampened with
undiluted white vinegar.

3. Rinse with clean warm water to remove the cleaning
solution before disinfecting the tank.

TO DISINFECT RESERVOIR

1. Fill humidifier reservoir 1/2 full with water and 1/2 table­spoon of chlorine bleach.

2. Let the solution stand for 20 minutes, swishing every
few minutes. Wet all surfaces.

3. Carefully empty the reservoir after 20 minutes, and rinse
with warm water until you can not detect any bleach
smell. Dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.

4. Place filter back into reservoir and refill the water reser­voir as directed in Operating Instructions, and turn the
unit on.

STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

When not using your humidifier for an extended period of time:

1. Dispose of the filters. DO NOT leave in unit.

2. Clean, rinse and thoroughly dry the humidifier as direct­ed in weekly maintenance. DO NOT leave any water in
the unit when storing. Leaving water in the unit may
render the unit inoperable for the following season.

3. Place the humidifier in the original carton and store in a
cool, dry place.

4. Order your replacement filter for next year’s use.

FILTER#: BWF100 (2)

Filter Type: Wick

Trouble Shooting

Trouble

• Unit does not turn on

• Mist output minimal to none

•Filter Turns Brown

Pr

obable Cause

☛ Not plugged in
☛ Filter has not absorbed

water

☛ The filter has absorbed

minerals

Solution

✔ Plug in Unit
✔ Wait 15 minutes for filter to

absorb water

✔ Replace your filter (BWF100)

by calling 1-800-253-2764
or visiting:

www.bionaire.com

SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void the
warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user serv­iceable parts. All servicing should be performed by
qualified personnel only.

2. If you need to exchange the unit, please return it in its
original carton, with a sales receipt, to the store where
you purchased it. If you are returning the unit more than
30 days after the date of purchase, please see the
enclosed warranty.

3. Should your humidifier require service, please call
1-800-253-2764 in North America for further assistance.

4. If you have any other questions or comments, feel free
to write to us or visit our website www.bionaire.com

The Holmes Group, Inc.
Consumer Service Department
13052 Jurupa Avenue
Fontana, CA 92337

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Question

•What are the variables that
affect run time?

• How do I remove film on
water tank?

• How can I extend the run
time?

ANSWER

☛ The estimated run time for this humidifier is based on

average room conditions. The actual run time of your
humidifier is dependent on numerous variables such as:

1. Air exchange in the room where the humidifier is
placed.

2. Room construction of the room where the humidifier
is placed.

3. Temperature of the room where the humidifier is
placed.

4. Humidity levels in the room where the humidifer is
placed.

5. Movement of occupants and the opening and clos­ing of doors in the room where the humidifier is
placed.

6. Home furnishings in the room where the humidifer is
placed.

☛ See Daily Maintenance instructions. Regular cleaning is

recommended.

☛ Run your unit on the lowest setting.
☛ If your unit has electronics, set it to your desired

humidity level. The unit will turn on and off, which will
extend the run time.

☛ Fill the tank all the way full, place it on the base, let the

water empty into the base until it stops bubbling, then
refill the tank full again. This ensures maximum water
capacity and will extend run time.

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14.Humidifier should be unplugged when not in use.

15.NEVER tilt, move, or attempt to empty unit while it is
operating. Shut off and unplug before removing the
water tank and moving the unit.

16.This humidifier requires daily and weekly maintenance
to operate appropriately. Refer to daily and weekly
cleaning procedures. Use only cleaners and additives
recommended by the manufacturer.

17.NEVER use detergents, gasoline, glass cleaner, furni­ture polish, paint thinner, or other household solvents to
clean any part of the humidifier.

18.Excessive humidity in a room can cause water conden­sation on windows and some furniture. If this happens,
turn the humidifier OFF.

19.Do not use humidifier in an area where humidity level is
in excess of 50%. Use a hygrometer, available at your
local retailer or through the manufacturer, to measure
the humidity.

20.DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void
your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user
serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by
qualified personnel only.

21.Never place housing under water flow or immerse in liquids.

22.Do not plug in the cord with wet hands: electric shock
could result.

23.Do not pour water in any openings other than the
water tank.

24.To prevent damage to surfaces, do not place humidifier
under overhanging surfaces.

25.NEVER operate unit without water in the tank.

26.Do not move unit after it has been used until unit cools
completely.

27.Use both hands when carrying full tank of water.

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CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION

THIS PRODUCT IS EQUIPPED WITH A POLARIZED

PLUG (a plug having one blade
wider than the other). This plug
will fit into the power outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fit
fully into the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, con­tact qualified personnel to

install the proper outlet.

DO NOT DEFEAT THE SAFETY PURPOSE OF THIS
POLARIZED PLUG IN ANY WAY.

HUMIDIFIER SAFETY

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THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and injury to persons, including the following:

1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2. To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance direct­ly into a 120V AC electrical outlet.

3. Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To avoid fire
hazard, NEVER put the cord under rugs or near heat
registers.

4. DO NOT place humidifier near heat sources such as
stoves, radiators, and heaters. DO locate your humidifi­er on an inside wall near an electrical outlet. The
humidifier should be at least 4” away from the wall for
best results.

5. NEVER place humidifier in an area where it is accessible
to children. NEVER use humidifier in a closed room, par­ticularly where a child may be sleeping, resting, or playing
(a closed room may result in excessive humidity).

6. WARNING: Do not attempt to refill humidifier without
first unplugging the unit from its electrical outlet. Failure
to heed this warning may cause personal injury. Be
sure to unplug the unit by pulling on the plug and not
the cord.

7. Never place anything over moisture outlet when the unit
is running.

8. NEVER drop or insert any object into any openings.

9. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord
or plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or if it has
been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return
appliance to manufacturer for examination, electrical or
mechanical adjustment, or repair.

10.Use appliance only for intended household use as
described in this manual. Any other use not recommended
by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or
injury to persons. The use of attachments not recom­mended or sold by the manufacturer may cause hazards.

11.DO NOT use outdoors.

12.Always place humidifier on a firm, flat, level surface. A
waterproof mat or pad is recommended for use under
the humidifier. NEVER place it on a rug or carpet, or on
a finished floor that may be damaged by exposure to
water or moisture.

13.DO NOT allow the Moisture Outlet to directly face the wall.
Moisture could cause damage, particularly to wall paper.

Filling the Water Reservoir

1. Remove the reservoir from the housing of the humidifier
by grabbing the handle of the reservoir and pulling for­ward. Lift the reservoir out of the housing and bring to
the faucet. Turn the reservoir upside down and twist off
the reservoir cap by turning counter clockwise. Fill
reservoir with cool, fresh tap water. DO NOT fill with
warm water as this may cause leaking. Replace the cap
on reservoir FIRMLY.

2. When full, carry the reservoir to the humidifier and place
it into the housing. There is a locating tab located on
the reservoir base for easy guidance. The reservoir
holds 1.3 gallons of water. The reservoir will immediately
begin to empty into the base.

3. Plug the power cord into a 120V AC electrical outlet.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Your Humidifier is equipped with a technologically
advanced Digital Humidistat. You can set the humidifier
to run continuously in manual mode or set the Digital
Humidistat to your desired humidity setting. The Digital
Humidistat will automatically turn the humidifier ON or
OFF depending on the preset comfort level. The comfort
level ranges between 35% and 65% relative humidity.

MANUAL MODE INSTRUCTIONS

1. Plug the humidifier into a 120V AC electrical outlet.

2. The display will show the current room humidity.

3. To start the unit, push the mode ( ) button once for
high manual setting.

4. Press the button again for medium manual setting and
again for low manual setting. The settings will be dis­played on the top of the Display Screen. To stop the
unit, scroll through the settings until only the room
humidity is displayed.

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THESE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Consumer Safety Information
NOTE: This is an electrical appliance and requires atten-

tion when in use.
NOTE: If moisture forms on the walls or windows of the

room, turn off the humidifier. The room already has plenty
of humidity and additional moisture may cause damage.

NOTE: DO NOT block air inlet or outlet.

Cord and Plug Installation Safety Instructions

The length of cord used on this appliance was selected to
reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in, or tripping
over a longer cord. If a longer cord is necessary an
approved extension cord may be used. The electrical
rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater
than the rating of the humidifier. Care must be taken to
arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the
countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by
children or accidentally tripped over.

HOW COOL MIST WORKS

Your Bionaire

®

Cool Mist humidifier draws dry air through
the rear air intake grill area. This air is then passed
through a moisture–laden wick filter, which retains the
minerals and deposits in the water. The resulting moist air
is directed back into the room from the top air grill.

NOTE: This humidification system provides a cool, invisi­ble moisture output. It is normal not to see the mist.

NOTE: A humidity level below 20% can be unhealthy and
uncomfortable. The recommended humidity level is
between 40%-50%.

PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Be sure the humidifier is switched off.

2. Select a location for your humidifier, on a flat level sur-

face about 4” away from the wall. DO NOT place the
humidifier on a finished floor or near furniture, which
can be damaged by too much moisture or water.
Place on a moisture resistant surface.

DIGITAL HUMIDISTAT INSTRUCTIONS

To take advantage of the Digital Humidistat, press the
mode ( ) button until the speed is set in either High,
Medium or Low and the Auto icon is displayed. Then
adjust the humidity level by pressing the up ( ) and
down ( ) buttons until the desired humidity level is
achieved. The display will continue to show both the
room and set humidity level. When the room humidity
level rises above the set humidity, the humidifier will shut
off. When the room humidity level drops below the set
humidity level, the humidifier will turn on Automatically.

NOTE: When setting the Digital Humidistat, there will be
a 2 minute delay before the unit turns on. This allows for
the most accurate humidity reading.

NOTE: There is a delayed reaction in the motor designed
to prevent the motor from turning on and off frequently
due to changing humidity levels. There is a 2 minute
delay after the unit reaches it’s set humidity level before it
will turn on again. It may be longer if the humidity level
remains above the set humidity, but there will always be
at least a 2 minute delay when the humidity level reaches
the desired setting.

USING THE PROGRAMMABLE TIMER

The Digital Humidistat allows the user to program the
humidifier to come on at a preset time, or turn off after a
set amount of time.

Setting the Off Timer

1. Select the mode and or humidity you want the humidifi­er to run in.

2. While the humidifier is running, press the timer button.
The display will show “00”.

3. Press the up ( ) and down ( ) buttons to select how
many hours you would like the humidifier to run before
automatically shutting off in increments of 1 hour.

4. The screen will then return to showing the mode that was
selected and a timer icon to indicate the timer is set.

5. After the preset time expires, the humidifier will auto­matically shut off.

Setting the On Timer

1. While the humidifier is off, press the timer ( ) button.
The display will show “00”

2. By pressing the up ( ) and down ( ) buttons, pro­gram the humidifier to turn on up to 24 hours in
advance in increments of 1 hour.

3. The screen will then return to showing a timer icon to
indicate the timer is set.

4. After the preset time expires, the humidifier will auto­matically turn on at a preset level of 45% humidity and
2 hours of run time.

EXTENDED RUN TIME SETTING

By setting your humidifier to a specific humidity level, you
are actually also extending the run time. Since the unit
will turn on and off to maintain the set humidity level, less
water will be used, so you will need to fill the unit less
than you would on manual setting.

REPLACING THE FILTERS

Through normal use, waterborne minerals and sediment
become trapped in the wick filters. The
harder your water, the greater the
amount of minerals in the water, and
the more often you will be able to
monitor the life of your filters in your
humidifier.

You will be able to monitor the life
of the filters in your humidifier by
checking the Filter Monitor
Indicator. After 60 minutes of use,
Filter Monitor Indicator will move and indicate your filters
condition. New filters will register in the section reading
GOOD filter. After frequent use of your humidifier, the
Filter Monitor Indicator will let you know when the filters
need to be changed (see Figure 2).

When the needle is in the CHANGE section, this means
the proper amount of moisture is not getting into your air
due to the excessive minerals and sediment that have
become trapped on your filters. At this point, you should
replace your filters. It is important to change your filters
as indicated to obtain stated performance level.

To r eplace the filter, follow the steps below

1. Turn the unit off and disconnect from the electrical outlet.

2. Remove the reservoir from the housing.

3. Unlock the housing from the base by turning the lock
knob to the unlocked position

4. Lift the housing straight up and place to the side

5. Unlock the wick holder from the base by turning the
lock knob to the unlocked position

6. Remove the wicks from the wick holder

7. Follow the weekly cleaning instructions.

8. Insert new filters into the wick holder and lock the wick
holder back onto the base.

9. Replace the housing onto the base and lock it into
place.

Reservoir Handle

Reservoir

Base

Figure 2

Figure 1

Filter Monitor

Control Panel

Humidifier
Housing

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