Emerson HD14070 Owner’s Manual

CAUTION:READALLINSTRUCTIONSCAREFULLYBEFOREINSTALLATION.
SAVETHISOWNER'SMANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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Evaporative Console
umidifier Owner's _nual
Part No. $P6647 Printed in Canada
Limited Warranty
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 damage from accidenL misuse_ alteration, 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. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO FILTERS WHICH ARE CUSTOMER REPLACEABLE PARTS. 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 reinstatlation and shipping of the product for repairs.
Within the limitations of this warranty, inoperative units should be returned_ with a copy of the sales receipL freight prepaid to an authorized repair service center and the manufacturer wilt repair or replace the product_ at its option_ at no charge to the customer 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 tS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING
INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE OR LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES. Some provinces and states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply in some cases.
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.
SALES RECEIPT REQUIRED AS PROOF OF PURCHASE FOR WARRANTY CLAIMS.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Signal Words
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, plug humidifier directly into a
120V, A.C. electrical outlet. Do not use
extension cords.
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 humidifier before
moving it, removing the fan assembly
section, before cleaning, or whenever the humidifier is not in service.
4. Keep the humidifier clean.
5. Do not put foreign objects inside the humidifier.
6. Do not allow 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. Note the warning label shown below.
WARNING: To reduce risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury always unplug before servicing or cleaning.
Know Your Humidifier
Filter Housing...
Filters: Replacement
Filter HDC12
Humidistat (On Power
Cord)
Controls \
Description
* Output/24 hrs
Capacity of Bottle
* Sq. Ft. Coverage
Fan Speeds
Auto Fan Speed
Replacement Filter
Refill Indicator Auto Shut Off Auto Humidistat
Controls
Casters
UL Listed Volts
Hertz Amps
Watts
j Fan Assembly
Bottles
Pivoting Lid
Casters
Pivoting Lid Removed For Clarity
HD14070
14 Gallons/53 Litres
2-3/8 Gallons/9 Litres
2900
3
Yes
Set of 4 (HDC12)
Yes Yes Yes
Electronic (Push Button)
Yes(4)
Yes
120 A.C.
60
2.88 165
* Based on an area with average insulation and an 8'
ceiling height ANSI/AHAM HU-1-1997. SEC. 8.1, results
may vary.
How Your Humidifier Works
Your new MoistAIR humidifier is designed to satisfy home humidity requirements through the principle of evaporation of
water into the air. After water is added to the bottle, the
filters begin to soak up the water and become totally saturated in approxi- mately 30 minutes. Air is drawn in from the rear of the humidifier and through the filters by means of circulation fans. As air passes through the filters, moisture is
absorbed into the air and then released in the form of vapor. No water droplets
will enter the home. All evaporation into the air takes place in the humidifier, which means that the residue left by evaporating water is not passed into the home, but remains in the filter.
CAUTION: Use only EPA Registered Bacteriostat. Under no circumstances
should you use water treatment products designed for Roto belt or
Ultrasonic humidifiers.
Humidified Air is Then
Released Through the Top
Enters
Through
Dry Air
the Rear
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury, fire or damage to humidifier,
use only cleaners specifically recommended for humidifiers. Never
use flammable, combustible or poisonous materials to clean your
humidifier. To reduce the risk of scalds and
damage to humidifier, never put hot water in humidifier.
A&sembly
Your new MoistAIR humidifier is completely assembled for you to use.
Remove the bag pack containing two plastic caster pads from top of humidifier and retain for future use if required. See the following Step 1 for instructions.
Remove the packaging material from inside your humidifier and follow the instructions of this operator's manual for proper usage. The packaging material is located under the fan assembly. Remove the packaging material and discard.
Location instructions
WARNING: For your own safety, do not use humidifier if any parts are damaged or missing.
Step 1 : Place humidifier on a flat level surface in an area of your house where humidity is
needed most, or in an area which would likely result in moist air being circulated
throughout the house, such as near a cold air return.
Placing the unit level is very important if the humidifier is located on carpeting.
NOTE: The humidifier contains water bottles. The weight of the bottles in the front of the cabinet may cause the front
casters to sink deeper into the carpet. If this happens, the water level will be
higher towards the front of the humidifier, and lower towards the back. The water
level float (located at the rear of the cabinet) may not sense the water so the flashing "F" will be displayed and the unit
will not energize. If this happens, the unit will need to be leveled in order for the
humidifier to be energized. To level the humidifier when located on carpet, place
the included caster pads under the front two casters of the humidifier only.
NOTE: Due to release of cool, moist air from humidifier, it is best to direct air away from home thermostat and hot air registers. It is best to position humidifier
next to an inside wall. Hot air registers and cold air from outside walls can affect
the efficiencies of the controls. Unit should not be placed where warm air
from a hot air register blows directly on unit.
Moist air (humidity) produced will disperse into the whole house, but area closest to the unit will have the highest humidity. If the unit is positioned close to a window, condensation may form on the window pane. If this is not appropriate the unit should be repositioned in another
location. Step 2:
The humidifier should be positioned with the back (cord exit side), at least 5 centimeters away from the wall. Air needs to enter through the louvers in the rear panel in order for the humidifier to operate at peak efficiency.
At Least 2" (5 cm) From Wall
._ .........Cabinet
tZTTffZTT/_ - Carpet
carpet, place caster pads
J under front casters only
_/ to level (if necessary).
Front of
Front
........... Caster
Caster Pad
Surface
NOTE: If positioning on
Operating Tips for Best Performance
1. Position the humidifier at least 2 inches (5 cm) from any wall and away from
any heat registers.
2. Do not restrict airflow from entering or exiting the humidifier.
3. Use only EPA registered bacteriostat to retard bacteria growth that may cause
odors and may be harmful to your health.
4. Perform regular cleaning as instructed in "Cleaning and Maintenance" section
of this manual.
5. Replace the evaporative wicking filters at least once per humidification
season or more depending on water conditions in your area.
Electrical Hook-Up
Locate nearest 120V A.C. wall socket in the location desired, preferably on inside
wall. With the humidifier in the desired location, route the electrical cord safely
so no one will trip or upset the humidifier. Plug in the electrical cord.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire
or shock hazard, humidifier should be plugged into a 120V A.C. outlet.
Do not use extension cords.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this humidifier has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully in 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.
Water Fill
WARNING: To reduce the risk of Fan Assembly shock, always unplug humidifier _--_
before cleaning or servicing. Pivoting
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not pour or spill
water into control or motor area. If controls get wet, let them dry
completely and have unit checked by authorized service personnel before
plugging in.
This humidifier is designed for use with the two water bottles that are located
under the pivoting lid. Open the pivoting lid of the humidifier.
Remove the water bottles by lifting them straight up and out of the cabinet.
Notice the water bottles are designed as right and left hand units. Position them in
the correct location so the humidifier can function properly. The water bottles
should rest in the front of the cabinet. Each "Side-Fill Cap" must be facing the
rear of the unit.
"Side=Fill Cap" Should Always Face Rear
Water Fill (continued)
Each water bottle is designed with a "Side-Fill Cap" that is easily removable. Remove the "Side-Fill Cap" on the side of the water bottle by twisting
counterclockwise. Place the opening of the water bottle
under a water faucet (the bottle should fit under a four-inch clearance faucet). Fill
with recommended mixture of cold water and Bacteriostat (if necessary) only. Solid
debris could make the valve leak. Install the "Side-Fill Cap" by twisting
clockwise. Hand tighten only. Check for possible leaks by
performing the following:
1. Grasp bottle handle and hold the bottle upright over a sink.
2. Press up on the valve cap plunger for about one second to let out a little
water.
3. Release the plunger.
4. Listen for air bubbles Look for leaks around the "Side-Fill Cap".
5. If you hear air bubbles or see leaks, retighten the "Side-Fill Cap" and repeat Steps 1-4.
Turn Counterclockwise to Remove Cap
J
Valve Cap j
Plunger
Wipe off excess water from the bottle. Position the water bottle back into the
unit by grasping the water bottle handle and lower it into the cabinet until the
bottle sits on pads at bottom of cabinet. The "Side-Fill Cap" must be facing the rear of the cabinet. When positioned properly, the plunger will open and water
will flow into the cabinet. The water level will automatically remain at approximately
1/2" until the bottles are empty.
Allow the filter to saturate for 30 minutes before operation.
Raised Section
Pivoting Lid Removed for Clarity
Operating the Controls
Where you set your desired humidity levels depends on your personal comfort level, outside temperature and inside temperature. A starting set point of 30% - 40% ROOM humidity is recommended but there may be conditions that require a different setting.
IMPORTANT: Water damage may result if condensation starts to form
on windows or walls. Humidity SET point should be lowered until condensation no longer forms. We recommend room humidity levels do
not exceed 50%.
When Outdoor Recommended indoor
Temperature is: Relative Humidity is:
-10 ° F -24 ° C 20% 2 ° F -18 ° C 25%
10 ° F -12 ° C 30%
20 ° F* -6 ° C* 35%
* and above
To Operate the Controls
Digital Display Press the power/speed button once to
turn the unit on* O Initially there is a slight delay while the electronics
calibrate. Two bars (- -) appear during this time. Once calibration is complete a ROOM humidity reading between 20% - 95% will be displayed. A flashing 20 display indicates that the room humidity is less than 20%.
NOTE: The default settings at initial startup are (Ultra Quiet) FI fan speed and 65% SET humidity. After desired settings are selected by the user, they remain as long as the unit remains plugged in and there is no power interruption. If the unit is unplugged the original default settings are employed.
Humidifier fan should operate at initial start up. If it does not, refer to, "Fan not operating
(digital display is illuminated)" in the "Trouble Shooting" section on page 14.
Function Buttons
Speed Button @ This humidifier is equipped with a
3-speed fan control. Initially depressing the speed button will display the current speed setting. Each push of the speed button advances the mode through the settings of (HIGH) F3, (MEDIUM) F2, and (Ultra Quiet) FI. The selected setting is displayed on the digital readout. The higher the setting, the faster water is evaporated and released into the air. FI (Ultra Quiet) is the quietest setting and is provided for conditions that do not require a rapid evaporation rate.
Speed
Humidity Control O This button allows you to adjust the
humidity to suit your needs. This humidifier will automatically cycle on and off as required to maintain the selected setting. The readout displays both actual (ROOM)
and desired (SET) humidity percentage (%) settings when humidity control button
is pressed. The ROOM readout has a range of 20% to 95%. If the room humidity level is equal to or less than 20% the
display will show a flashing 20.
Operating the Controls
The SET readout has a range of 25% to 65% and is adjusted in increments of 5%.
Initially depressing the humidity button will display the current humidity setting.
Each additional press of the button increases the setting by 5%. A SET point
of 65% operates the humidifier continuously regardless of the ROOM reading. The humidistat that senses the
readings is located on the power cord. Insure that this humidistat is free from
obstruction.
Using Your Humidifier
(continued)
Refill Display Function For maximum run time both bottles
should be filled. When both bottles are empty the display alternates the room
humidity reading and "F" (FILL), informing additional water is required.
Mots/AIR
Refill Display
Manual Dry Out At the end of the humidification season or if you do not plan to run the humidifier for
one week or more, a manual dry out mechanism is provided to completely dry
out the humidifier cabinet.
To do this, simply slide the float retainer located at the back of the humidifier
cabinet to the top position of the slot it is located in. This will hold the float in an
upward position and the fan will run until you turn the power off.
NOTE: Be sure to position float retainer to the normal operating mode (lowest position in slot) for normal humidifier operation.
Below is a diagram of the slot the float retainer is located in, at the back of the
cabinet.
Back of Cabinet
Top Position is for Manual
Dryout Bottom Position
is for Normal
Operation Mode
Float Retainer Slot
Using Your Humidifier (continued)
Check Filter indicator The ability of any humidifier to efficiently
supply humidity output relies heavily on the condition of the filter. As the filter loads with
impurities it gradually loses its wicking capability. When this happens, moisture output is reduced and the humidifier has to work longer to satisfy the selected setting.
This humidifier has a check filter reminder timed to appear after 720 hours of motor
operation. When the display shows an alternating "CF" and "room humidity" setting at 5 second intervals it is a
reminder to check the filter condition. NOTE: Some areas have high water
mineral content causing the need for more frequent filter changes.
Refer to "Replacement and Care of Filter" on page 1I. if a build-up of deposits or severe discoloration is evident replace the filter to restore maximum efficiency.
Humidistat The humidistat located on the power cord
senses the percentage of humidity in the air. It causes the humidifier to cycle on and off to maintain the selected humidity SET point. The fan will turn on if the "ROOM" reading falls 3% below the SET point and will continue to run the humidifier until a reading of 1% above the SET point is achieved. The fan will turn off until the ROOM reading falls 3% below the SET point again.
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NOTE: Be sure humidistat, which is located on the power cord, is free from
obstructions and is away from any hot air source.
Check Filter Display
10
Replacement and Care of Filters
WARNING: To reduce the risk of shock or injury from moving parts,
always unplug humidifier before removing or replacing any parts.
CAUTION: To help retard bacteria growth and keep maximum efficiency, the filter should be replaced at least once per season, or more often
under hard water conditions. Use MoistAIR HDC12 recommended
replacement filter.
The filters may be rinsed periodically in clear water only. Take care not to damage paper. To replace evaporative wicking filters in your humidifier, follow these
instructions.
1. Unplug humidifier before removing the filters. We recommend moving the
humidifier to an area where floor coverings are not susceptible to water
damage, i.e. kitchen or bath areas.
2. Open the pivoting lid and remove water bottles and set aside. Grasp the fan assembly front center and rear
center. Lift off and set aside on a clean
flat surface. The filter housings are
now accessible.
3. Lift filter housing out of cabinet and
place where you may work on them comfortably. With a soft, absorbent cloth remove any remaining water or loose mineral deposits not trapped in
the filter from the humidifier cabinet.
4. To open filter housing for easy access
to filters:
a. Deflect the two spring tabs on top of
filter housing. Lift top cover off of the filter housing and set aside.
b. Remove the two filters and dispose
of properly. Clean internal parts of humidifier per the "Cleaning and Maintenance" section (page 12) of your operator's manual.
Fan Assembly
Spring Tabs Filter
Fixed Tabs
Spring Tabs
Front of Humidifier
c. Install new filters in the filter housing
track with the glue beads of the wicking pad to the inside of the filter
housing.
d. Return the top cover of the filter
housing by installing cover over the fixed tabs on the rear of the lower
filter housing and pivoting the cover down over the top of the filters. Snap the cover over the two spring
tabs.
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