Essick Air 726 000 User Manual

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Evaporative
Humidifier

OWNERS

CARE

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MANUAL

Printed in U.S.A

Models:

726 000 2-speed with removable Water

& bottle, Air Care Filter Optional

726 905 (see order form)

737 600 3-Speed with removable Water

Bottle, Air Care® Filter &
Running Light

736 200 3-Speed with removable Water

Bottle, Automatic Humidistat,
Air Care Filter Optional (see
order form)

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Patents: 5,037,583; 5,110,511; 5,133,904

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

Other Patents Pending

French and Spanish

instructions included.

Se incluyen instrucciones

en Español y Francés.

Directives en français et

en espagnol compris.

586 4170 Rev. 5/04

Important Safeguards

READ BEFORE USING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

1) This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).To reduce
the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized 120-volt AC,
15-amp outlet, only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat
this safety feature. If an extension cord must be used, it should also accept the wide
blade plug and meet this electrical rating.

Model 726 905 ­with a built-in night light. This feature provides added safety in the child's room
by making the plug harder to grasp and remove. The plug also lets you know
when the unit is plugged into the wall outlet and may act as a night light. In
addition, the flat plug allows for a more compact design, allowing you to plug in
behind a nightstand or other furniture.

2) Do not place the cord under rugs, in traffic areas, or near heat sources.

3) Do not use the humidifier if the cord is damaged.

4) Always unplug the power cord before cleaning, servicing, or when
the unit is not in use.

5) Unplug the humidifier and remove the water bottle before moving the unit.

6) Do not place the humidifier near loose drapes, combustible materials, or heat-pro­ducing objects.

7) Always place the humidifier on a hard, level surface where it will not be accidental­ly bumped or tipped. Do not place on soft carpet.

8) DO NOT OPERATE THE HUMIDIFIER WITHOUT THE BASE ATTACHED.

9) This humidifier is UL listed with the Bemis by Essick Air brand evaporative wick in
place. To maintain your UL rating, see your service center for all repairs. Use only
Bemis by Essick Air brand replacement wicks and chemicals. To order parts, wicks
and chemicals call 1-800-547-3888.

10) Regular cleaning is recommended. Refer to the CARE & MAINTENANCE section in
the manual.

This unit comes equipped with an exclusive flat-plug design

Introduction

This humidifier is designed to provide relief from dry air discomfort in localized areas,
such as bedrooms, dens and other rooms where humidity is needed. This product is not
intended to humidify a whole house.

Your Bemis by 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 no messy mist or spray and no
white dust, just clean and invisible moist air.

As the evaporative wick traps accummulated minerals from the water, its ability to
absorb and evaporate water decreases. We recommend changing the wick at least once
a year, preferably disposing of the used wick at the end of the humidifying season and
starting with a new wick at the beginning of the next humidifying season. In hard water
areas, more frequent replacement may be necessary to maintain your humidifier's effi­ciency.

Caution- We recommend using Bemis by Essick Air Bacteria
Treatment whenever you refill the water bottle to eliminate
bacteria growth. Follow the directions to determine the prop­er amount to be added to the 1 3/4 gallon water bottle. The
wick does not require the use of chelating agent type
water treatments that are intended for use in Rotobelt
or Water Wheel type humidifiers.

Tips for Best
Performance

1) Do not block airflow inlets or outlets. Keep the grille areas clean.

2) Place the humidifier at least four inches away from any walls and in an area away
from heat registers.

3) Regular cleaning of the humidifier is recommended. Follow the Care and
Maintenance instructions in this manual.

4) Replace the optional Air Care Filter regularly, preferably once a year.

5) Change the evaporative wick at least once a year. In extremely hard water areas,
more frequent replacement may be necessary. Only Bemis by Essick Air wicks guar­antee the rated output of your humidifier.

6) Use a bacteriostat, such as Bemis by Essick Air #1970 EPA Registered Bacteria
Treatment or Bemis by Essick Air #1970CN Environment Protection Branch regis­tered Bacteria Treatment (in Canada), whenever you fill the water bottle to eliminate
bacteria growth. To order Air Care®Filters, evaporative wicks or Bacteria Treatment
call 1-800-547-3888 or use the convenient order form in the back of this manual.

7)

Do not use water treatment products designed for Water wheel, Rotobelt, drum type,
or ultrasonic humidifiers. These products may cause the wick to become inefficient.

Controls and Operation

1) The humidifier should be placed at
least FOUR inches away from any walls and
away from heat registers. Do not place on soft
carpet. Unrestricted airflow into the unit will
result in the best efficiency and performance.

2) Refer to the operating controls. Model 726 000
and 726 905 (Figure1) have two motor speeds
and Models 736 200 and 737 600 (Figure 2)
have three motor speeds. Rotate the knob to
select the desired operating mode. The faster
the motor speed, the more airflow and the
greater the amount of humidification. The
running time per filling varies with humidity of
the room, speed setting, and condition of the
evaporative filter.

3) All models have a quiet LOW setting which
reduces the airflow for overnight operation in a
bedroom or when conditions may not require
full output. Model 737 600 has an indicator
lamp which serves as a reminder that the unit
is operating. The intensity of the lamp varies with
the motor speed.

4) Model 736 200 also has an automatic humidis­tat. (The humidistat control knob is located on the
left.) The humidistat will turn the humidifier on
when the relative humidity in your home is below
the humidistat setting and will turn the humidifier
off when the relative humidity reaches the
humidistat setting. For initial operation, set the
humidistat at its midpoint and adjust up or down
from there to achieve the desired humidity level.

5) Remove the water bottle, observe the water bottle
cap, (A) and locate the valve stem mechanism
(B). The cap may be removed for filling and to
provide easy access for cleaning. The valve
supplies a regulated amount of water to the
water channel and wick. Do not attempt to
increase water flow by modifying this valve.
Doing so will invalidate your warranty and may
cause water damage to your home. NOTE: The
water level can easily be observed through the
tinted water bottle. It is time to refill the bottle
when the water level is no longer visible.

6) Before proceeding, make sure the wick is resting all the way into the water channel,
(see diagram). Refer to the CARE AND MAINTENANCE Section for instructions on
removing the wick for cleaning and service.

7) Some models feature a two-stage air filter which attaches to the inside of the inlet
grille area and cleans the air, as it provides humidity. Refer to the CARE AND
MAINTENANCE Section for instructions on installing and removing the two stage
air cleaning filter.

Care and Maintenance

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

In addition, if you do not follow the recommended care and maintenance guidelines,
microorganisms may be able to grow in the water within the humidifier's reservoir.

CLEANING THE BASE AND REPLACING THE WICK

CAUTION:
unit.

IMPORTANT:
week. follow instructions.

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 after cleaning.

1) Turn unit off and unplug the cord.

2) Using both hands, remove the water bottle from the humidifier and place it with the
cap up in a secure location.

3) Remove the air cleaning filter if installed. See CLEANING AND REPLACING THE
AIR CLEANING FILTER.

4) 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.

Disconnect the power cord before cleaning or servicing the

We recommend cleaning your humidifier at least once a

REMOVING SCALE

5) The base, with water in the water channel, may be carried to the sink. Lift the wick
from the base allowing excess water to drain into the channel.

6) Rinse the wick under
freshwater only. Do not use
soap, detergent, or any other
cleaners on the wick. Leave in
the sink to drain.

7) Empty the water from the base
and water bottle. Fill the water
channel and water bottle with
one 8 oz. cup of undiluted
white vinegar. Let stand 20 min­utes.

8) Dampen a soft cloth with undi­luted white vinegar and wipe
out water bottle and water
channel to remove scale. Do not use abrasive cleaners or cloths. Rinse the water
bottle and water channel thoroughly with fresh water to remove scale and cleaning
solution before disinfecting.

9) Clean all interior surfaces with a soft brush. Clean the top housing gently with a
soft, dry cloth. Never use abrasive cleaners. Inspect the air inlet and outlet grilles.
Clean the grille vents with a soft, dry cloth if they show accumulated dust.

DISINFECTING UNIT

10) Fill the water bottle and
water channel with 1 teaspoon
bleach in 1 gallon of water. Let
solution stay 20 minutes, swish­ing every few minutes. Wet all
surfaces.

11) Empty water bottle and water
channel after 20 minutes. Rinse
with water until bleach smell is
gone. Dry with a clean cloth.

12) The outside of the water bottle
may be wiped with a soft cloth
dampened with fresh water.

RE-ASSEMBLY

13) Replace the wick into the base water channel. See CONTROLS AND OPERATION
Section.

14) Position the top housing directly above the base. Lower it carefully onto the base
and align the base and top housing walls. The top housing should rest on the shelf
inside the base and attach firmly to the bottom housing.

15) Replace the air cleaning filter (if included). See REPLACING THE AIR CLEANING
FILTER Section.

16) Return the humidifier to its desired location.

17) Refill and replace the water bottle. (Refer to the CONTROLS & OPERATIONS
Section).

Under certain conditions, water impurities may accelerate bacteria
growth in the water bottle. W
Bacteria Treatment when the water bottle is filled. Follow directions on
the bacteriostat.

18) Plug the unit in and turn it on.

e recommend using Bemis by Essick Air

REPLACING EVAPORATIVE WICK AND AIR FILTER

We recommend replacing the wick at least once a season, more often in hard water
areas. When the wick appears excessively clogged with mineral deposits, discard it and
restore your humidifier's efficiency with a new wick. Model #SGL1040 is the replace­ment evaporative water wick and model #1052 is the replacement air filter. (Call 1-800­547-3888 to order.)

Only Bemis by Essick Air filters guarantee the certified output of your humidifier. Use of
evaporative wicks other than Bemis by Essick Air evaporative wicks will void your
warranty as well as the certification of output and may reduce the efficiency and output
of your humidifier.

CLEANING AND REPLACING THE AIR CLEANING
FILTER (IF INSTALLED)

The air cleaning filter continuously removes particles and odor as the air in the room is
circulated during the normal operation of the humidifier. Over a period of time, all the
air in the room passes through and is cleaned by the air filter.

1) Turn the unit off and unplug the cord

2) Using both hands, remove the water bottle
from the humidifier and place it with the
cap up in a secure location.

3) Locate the air filter mounted behind the air
inlet grille on the back of the humidifier. The
air filter is flexible. Place a finger under­neath the bottom edge and lift it out of the
tabs in the base. Pull it down and away.

4) Inspect the air filter. This is a two-stage
device. The fluffy white media is an electro­static charged particulate filter for removing
dust and small particles. The black inner
media is a thick, activated carbon filter for
removing odors.

5) A clean filter is important to maintain the
output performance. Observe the amount of
contaminate on the white electrostatic side
of the filter. If there is a visible layer of dust
accumulation, the filter should be cleaned or
replaced.

6) Replacing the air cleaning filter at least
once a humidifying season is recommend­ed. The air filter may be gently cleaned with
a soft-bristle brush. Care should be used not
to pull apart the bonded area around the
edge of the filter. Frequent cleaning will
lengthen the life of the air filter.

7) To replace the air filter, slip the top edge
into the slot above the inlet grille. Bend the
filter outward until the botton flange can be
inserted into the slotted tabs in the base.
Push on the center of the filter to move it
into position against the inside of the inlet
grille. Slide the filter left until the angled
edge contacts the angled grille wall. The
white side of the air cleaning filter faces the
exterior of the humidifier.

Troubleshooting

1. Unit does not operate at any speed setting:

• Polarized cord must be fully inserted in wall outlet.Turn the humidistat control fully
clockwise.

• Check the airflow path. Are there any obstructions preventing movement of the
fan blade?

• The motor contains a temperature-sensing fuse. If the motor becomes overheated,
the fuse may trip. Unplug the unit and contact the nearest authorized service sta­tion. DO NOT ATTEMPT to repair the motor yourself.

2. Not enough humidity:

• This is an evaporative humidifier. The humidity is invisible.

• Check the condition of the evaporative wick and the air cleaning filter. The evap­orative wick should be damp. If it is dry, refer to the "controls and operation"
section for the correct position of the wick. If the wick is clogged, replace it.

• The water bottle may be empty–refill.

• The humidistat control may be set too low. Adjust the humidistat control clockwise
to a higher setting.

3. Too much humidity:

• When condensation becomes heavy on cold surfaces in the room, turn the unit to
a lower speed setting, turn down the humidistat (rotate counter clockwise), or
increase the room temperature.

4. Water does not flow out of the bottle:

• After refilling the water bottle and placing it in the humidifier, water may not flow
into the channel if the humidifier was run dry. Tip the bottle several times so the
valve opens and closes. This will start the flow of water.

5. Water bottle leaks:

• If the cap leaks after filling, remove the cap and inspect the bottle rim and the
foam cap gasket. Wipe any mineral deposits off the bottle rim and the cap gas­ket. Tighten the cap securely.

• If the water valve leaks around the rubber stopper after filling, empty the water
bottle and inspect the stopper. Mineral particles may prevent full closure. Clean
the stopper. If leaking persists, stopper replacement may be necessary. Contact
your service center or Bemis by Essick Air customer service for assistance.

NOTE: The water bottle must be AIR TIGHT. The water channel will over­flow if air leaks into the bottle during use from a loose cap or cracked
bottle. A leaking stopper will not affect the proper function of the water
bottle after it is installed in the humidifier.

CAUTION:
WARNING:

ble parts. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not attempt to open
the wiring cover.

Disconnect power before cleaning or servicing.

The top housing assembly contains no consumer servicea-

Electrical repair must be made by an authorized Service Center. Attempts
to repair or replace electrical components will void your warranty.

END OF SEASON MAINTENANCE

Caution: Disconnect power before cleaning or servicing.

1) Follow weekly maintenance instructions at end of humidification season or when
humidifier will not be used for at least one week or more.

2) At the end of the humidification season, discard used evaporative wicks and air
cleaning filters

3) Clean, disinfect and dry completely before storing. Do not store with water inside
water bottles or water tray.

4) Store in cool, dry location.

STATIC CLING STICKERS

The model 726 905 comes with a sheet of static cling stickers. this allows a child
to personalize his/her humidifier. the stickers should only be used under adult
supervision and are not for children under three. The stickers are re-usable.

HOME COMFORT DIVISION

ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

The Bemis by Essick Air humidifier warranty covers defects in materials and workman­ship for a period of one year from date of retail purchase. This warranty applies only to the
original purchaser of the product.

Within the first 12 months from date of purchase, Essick Air will repair or replace, at its
discretion, any defective part of the humidifier covered by this warranty.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which
vary from state to state or province to province.

This warranty does not cover damage resulting from misuse or abuse of the humid­ifier, accidents or alterations to the product, commercial use or damage during shipment.
Misuse includes malfunctions caused by negligence in cleaning or parts fouled with miner­al deposits due to hard-water conditions. Alterations to the product include the substitu­tion of non-Bemis by Essick Air brand components including, but not limited to, wicks.

If service becomes necessary, take or send the product to any Bemis by Essick Air
service center.

Essick Air Products, Inc.

5800 Murray Street

Little Rock, AR 72209

501.562.1094

Tabletop Humidifiers

No. H7000

Dust Cover for

700 Series

$4.99

$7.49

No. 1040

Twin Pack Wick for

$12.99

Bacteria Treatment, 32 oz.

No. 1044

900 Series

$5.49

No. 1970

$5.99

Replacement Wick Filter for

Summer Protective

No. SGL1040

Single Pack Wick for

300, 500, & 700 Series

Tabletop Humidifiers

300, 500, & 700 Series

Tabletop Humidifiers

• Helps Eliminate Bacteria & Algae Build-up

• Strongly Recommended for Bemis Humidifiers
& All Other Evaporative Humidifiers

No. 1052SGL
Air Cleaner for
700 Series
Tabletop Humidifiers
$5.99

No. 1050
Air Cleaner Filter for
500 Series Tabletop Humidifiers
$7.99

No. 1990
Digital Hygrometer/Comfort Sensor
$25.99

• Digitally monitors temperature &
humidity

No. 1053
Twin Pack Air Cleaner for
300 Series Tabletop Humidifiers
$12.99

No. 1961
Humidifier Cleaner, 32 oz.
$3.99

• Helps Remove Lime Scale

• Aides in Cleaning Your Humidifier