Essick 821 000 WHITE- DIGITAL CONTROL Owners Care And Use Manual

OWNER’S
CARE
&
USE
MANUAL

EVAPORATIVE

HUMIDIFIER

MODELS:

821 000, WHITE- DIGITAL CONTROL

• Automatic Humidistat

• Refill light with Automatic Shutoff

• 2-Speed Fan with Quiet Setting

for Nighttime Use

• Easy to clean, removable power pack

SAVE THE ENVIRONMENT

RECYCLE APPROPRIATE MATERIALS

To order parts and accessories call

1-800-547-3888

French and Spanish
Instructions included.

Se incluyen instrucciones
En Español y Francés.

Directives en Français et en
espagnol compris

1B72115 4/2011 Printed in China

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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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 below.

WARNING: To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or injury always unplug unit
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 800 Series humidifiers use Essick
Air wick # 1043. Only the Essick Air evaporative wick guarantees the certified
output of your humidifier. Use of wicks other than Essick Air brand may void your

warranty as well as the certification of output and may reduce the output
of your humidifier.

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HOW YOUR HUMIDIFIER WORKS

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. Unpack humidifier from carton.

2. Remove all packaging materials. Check to see that you have all of the
following items removed from the boxes accessory kit and cabinet before
discarding the packaging:

♦ Evaporative wick & Wick Retainer ♦ Caster kit

♦ Lift rod assembly with Styrofoam float ♦ Manual

CASTERS

3. Turn the emptied cabinet upside down. Insert each caster stem into one of

the four caster holes on the corner of the humidifier bottom. The casters
should fit snugly and be inserted until the stem shoulder reaches the cabinet
surface.

4. Turn the cabinet right side up.

EVAPORATIVE WICK

5. Replace the float assembly and attached lift

rod into the boxed area on the bottom of the
inside of the cabinet. Slip lift rod into retainer
ring and twist to secure. The lift rod should
be able to freely move up and down about
3/8”. The retainer ring should be located
between the two ribs on the lift rod.

6. Place the wick assembly back into the

guides provided in the bottom of the
cabinet and the ribs along the sides.

7. Place the chassis unit onto the cabinet

ensuring that the chassis seats correctly
into the front and back grooved edges.

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

LEGEND:

1. Water reservoir 3. Evaporative wick

2. Chassis/power pack 4. Dry air intake
(motor/fan assembly) 5. Moist air output

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IMPORTANT FILLING INFORMATION

CAUTION: Before filling, ensure unit is turned
OFF and unplugged.

8. With the power off, fill the water reservoir with
water to the level indicated on the wick frame

assembly and “Fill to Here” decal on the

cabinet side wall. Do not overfill. When first
filled, the reservoir capacity is 6 gallons.

NOTE: When the reservoir is being filled for the
first time, the dry wick absorbs water, requiring
more water on the first fill up than subsequent
fillings.

NOTE: When the unit becomes empty, the control
display will flash “F” for refill and automatically
shuts off the motor.

9. Turn power off, refill, then, turn unit on again.

NOTE: We recommend using Essick Air
Bacteriostat Treatment when you refill the water
reservoir to eliminate bacterial growth. Add
bacteriostat according to the instructions on the
bottle.

OPERATION

The digital controller has a display that provides information on the status of the
unit. Depending on which function is being accessed, it displays relative
humidity, fan speed, set humidity and indicates when the unit is out of water.

Note: Place the unit at
least FOUR inches away
from any walls or
curtains. Unrestricted
airflow into the unit will
result in the best
efficiency and
performance.

1. Plug cord into wall receptacle. Your humidifier is now ready for use.

FAN SPEED

2. Press the power button and select fan speed: F1 (low) or F2 (high).

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

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HUMIDITY CONTROL

NOTE: This unit has an automatic humidistat that cycles the humidifier on and off

as required to maintain the selected setting.

3. At initial startup the relative humidity of the room will be displayed.

4. Each time you push the Humidity Control Button the setting will increase in
5% increments. At 65% set point, the unit will operate continuously.

OTHER INDICATIONS

5. The control will display a flashing “F” when the water reservoir is empty.
When the unit is completely out of water, the motor will shut off. Follow the
directions under IMPORTANT FILLING INSTRUCTIONS

6. This humidifier has a check filter reminder timed to appear after 720 hours of
operation. When the Check Filter (CF) message is displayed, disconnect the
power cord and check the condition of the filter. The CF function will reset
after the unit is plugged back in.

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 cabinet 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 number 1970.

1) Turn off unit completely and unplug from outlet.

2) Lift out the power pack.

3) Roll or carry the base to cleaning basin. Lift wick from the base allowing
the water to drain. Remove float assembly. Rinse wick 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 any residual water from the reservoir. Fill reservoir ½ full of water
and add 8 oz. (1 cup) of white vinegar. Let stand 20 minutes. Then pour
out the solution.

5) Dampen a soft cloth with white vinegar and wipe out reservoir to remove
scale. Rinse the reservoir 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. Wet all
surfaces on cabinet. 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 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 will occur.

4) Install new filter at beginning of season.

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ESSICK AIR PRODUCTS

HUMIDIFIER WARRANTY POLICY

EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 2010

SALES RECEIPT REQUIRED AS PROOF OF PURCHASE

FOR ALL WARRANTY CLAIMS.

This product is warranted against defects in workmanship and materials as listed below:
One year from the date of sale on factory installed components.
Two years from the date of sale on motor.
Thirty (30) days on replacement components.
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.

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

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.

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.