Essick Air 826800 User Manual
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Evaporative
Humidifier
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CARE
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MANUAL
Printed in U.S.A
Models:
826 800 White,
Two Speed
826 900 Ice and Snow,
Two Speed
821 000 White Two Speed
Digital Humidistat
821 990 White Two Speed
Digital Humidistat
Includes Hygrometer
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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 4110 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 only one
way into a polarized 120-volt AC, 15-amp outlet. 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.
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 filling, cleaning, servicing, or
when the unit is not in use to prevent possible electrical shock.
5) Do not place the humidifier near loose drapes, combustible materials, or
heat-producing objects.
6) This humidifier is UL listed with Bemis by Essick Air brand evaporative
wicks in place. To maintain your UL safety listing, 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.
7) Regular cleaning is required. Refer to the CARE AND MAINTENANCE
section in this manual.
Introduction
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Your Bemis by Essick Air 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 in the wick
any white dust, minerals or dissolved and suspended solids. Because the
water is evaporated, there is no messy mist or spray
just clean and invisible moist air.
As the wick traps accumulated minerals from the water, its ability to
absorb and evaporate water decreases. W
wick at least once a year, preferably disposing of the used wick at the
end of the humidifying season and starting with a new one 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 - W
or a similar strength product, whenever you refill the water reservoir to
eliminate bacteria growth. Follow the directions to determine the proper
amount to be added to the 6 gallon water reservoir. The evaporative wick
does not require the use of chelating agent type water treatments that are
intended for use in Rotobelt or Water Wheel type humidifiers. Your humidifier is provided with a 6 gallon water reservoir. The unit is designed to
have an output of 8 gallons per 24 hours. When the reservoir has emptied, the refill light will illuminate. The humidifier fan will automatically
shut off. For your safety, unplug humidifier every time it is refilled. If any
water spills on the motor chassis, wipe dry before
plugging in after filling
e recommend using Bemis by Essick Air Bacteria Treatment
e recommend changing the
, and no white dust,
Dry air is drawn into the humidifier
through the top and moisturized as it
passes through the wick. Then it is
fanned out into the room.
1) water reservoir
2) motor chassis
3) evaporative wick
4) dry air intake
5) moist air output
Locate your humidifier at least 4" away
from an inside wall, near an electrical
outlet. Do not position the unit directly in
front of a hot air duct or radiator.
Assembly and Operation
1) Unpack humidifier from carton.
2) Remove all packaging materials. Check to see that you have the
following items before discarding packaging:
• Evaporative Wick
• Caster pack
• Lift rod assembly with styrofoam float
Installing Casters:
3) This unit comes equipped with four
casters for added convenience. To
install the casters, lift the chassis off of
the cabinet and place it on a flat, hard
surface where it will not be bumped.
4) Lift out the evaporative wick
frame assembly from the cabinet and
set it aside.
5) To prevent damage to the float and lift rod, untwist the lift rod retainer,
and remove the lift rod assembly from the humidifier cabinet. Do not
attempt to install casters before removing the lift rod assembly.
6) Turn the humidifier cabinet upside down.
7) Install the casters by inserting the caster shaft into the four small holes
positioned roughly 2 inches from each corner of the humidifier cabinet.
Push the casters into the cabinet as far as they will go. Do not force.
Follow this procedure for all four casters. Turn the cabinet right-side up
when done.
Assembling Humidifier:
8) 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.
9) Replace the evaporative wick frame
assembly into the guides provided in the
bottom of the cabinet and the ribs along
the sides of the cabinet.
10) Place the chassis unit onto the cabinet
ensuring that the chassis seats correctly
into the front and back grooved
edges of the cabinet.
Note: This wavy line is the fill level
Filling the Humidifier:
indicator. Do not fill above this mark.
11) Before filling the humidifier with water,
be certain that the speed control switch
is turned off and that the humidifier is
unplugged. Fill the water reservoir
with cool, fresh, preferably unsoftened
water. If you have only softened water
available in your home, you can use it,
but you will notice a build up of
minerals on the evaporative wick much
sooner. Fill the humidifier to the level
indicated on the wick frame assembly
and “Fill to Here” decal on the cabinet
side wall. Do not overfill the humidifier.
The upper portion of the wick element
must remain exposed above the fill level
indicator mark. When the humidifier is full the float switch will allow
the humidifier to run. When the water level drops to the refill level, the
humidifier will automatically shut off and the “refill” indicator will
light. When first filled, reservoir capacity is 6 gallons.
wavy
line
12) We recommend using Bemis by Essick Air Bacteria Treatment every
time you refill the humidifier to eliminate bacteria growth. Add
bacteriostat according to the instructions on the bottle.
13) The air exit grille should be placed on the front of the humidifier in the
recessed area provided. Insert the bottom edge first.
14) Plug the cordset into the wall receptacle. Humidifier is now ready for
use. NOTE: If you have not filled the humidifier with water the unit
will not run.
Controls - Models 826 Series:
15) Models 826 900 & 826 800 are equipped with a two speed fan
control switch. Use the low setting for quiet operation and the high
speed for maximum output.
low
off
high
low high
FAN HUMIDISTAT
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Operation:
16) Both models have an automatic humidistat. The humidistat will turn the
humidifier on when the relative humidity in your home is below the
humidistat setting and will turn off the humidifier when the relative
humidity reaches the humidistat setting. For initial operation set the
humidistat in the middle “comfort zone” and adjust up or down from
there to achieve the desired humidity level. A suggested initial setting is
shown in the illustration above. When the humidifier is running, you will
feel cool, invisible, humid air exiting from the outlet grille.
Controls - Models 821 Series:
17) Models 821 000 and 821 990 are equipped with a two speed fan control
switch. Use the low setting for the quiet operation and the high setting for
maximum output. These models also have a digital humidistat and LCD display.
The Humidistat sensor continuously monitors the rooms Relative Humidity (% RH)
and displays that number at the top of the display. The desired humidity level (%
RH) can be manually adjusted between 30 and 90%, using the “Set Humidity”
button. This number is displayed at the bottom of the display. 45% RH is the
suggested initial setting.
Operation:
18) The automatic humidistat will turn the humidifier on when the relative humidity in
your home is below the humidistat setting and will turn off the humidifier when
the relative humidity reaches the humidistat setting. When the humidifier is
running, you will feel cool, invisible, humid air exiting from the outlet grille.
19) When first plugged in, the display will show the current Room Humidity and will
default to 45% set humidity. If there is no water in the reservoir, the red “Refill”
indicator will be lit and the motor will not run. Unplug the humidifier and fill to
the water level specified.
20) When the reservoir has been filled to the “Fill to Here” marking on the
cabinet side wall, connect the power cord. The Refill indicator will not
be lit, and the motor speed can be set to desired LO or HI speed by
pressing the “OFF LO/HI” button. The green Power
lit. To change motor speed or to turn OFF, repeatedly press the “OFF
LO/HI” button.
21) If the room humidity is lower than the Set Humidity, the motor will run. If
higher than the Set Humidity, the motor will not run. The desired humidity
level can be changed with the “Set Humidity” button. Press the button
once, and the display will flash. Press the button repeatedly to increase
the Set Humidity in steps of 5% RH. When the desired humidity level is
reached, (between 30 - 90 % RH), release the button. If the button is
released and then held down while flashing, the display will
auto-advance rapidly through the range (30 - 90% RH). To exit the
auto-advance mode, release the button.
indicator will be
22) After the “Set Humidity” button has been inactive for three (3) seconds,
it will exit the Set Mode with the last programmed number remaining on
the display.
CAUTION: Under certain conditions, cold objects in the room, such as
windows and outside walls, may cause moisture to condense. Severe
condensation on window sills and walls may result in water damage.
When these conditions exist, a lower humidistat setting is recommended.
Care and Maintenance
IMPORTANT: We recommend cleaning your humidifier every two weeks.
Follow Instructions.
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.
CAUTION: Disconnect power before cleaning or servicing unit.
1) Turn unit off by turning the humidistat and the fan speed switch to the
off position.
2) Unplug electrical cord from wall outlet.
3) Lift chassis unit with outlet grille from cabinet and place on a hard, flat
surface where it will not be bumped. Use care to avoid damage to the
internal float lever.
Cleaning the Water Reservoir:
4) Carefully lift the wick frame assembly from cabinet, allowing any
water to drain from the wick into the water reservoir. Place wick
assembly in sink to finish draining. Handle wick carefully, paper
is fragile when wet
5) Remove the lift rod and float assembly. (see Assembly Section for
instructions.)
6) Remove any remaining water in the reservoir. After the water is
removed, add 1 gallon of fresh warm water and 8 oz. of undiluted
white vinegar. Clean all interior surfaces using a soft brush and the
cleaning solution. Let the solution stand for 20 minutes. Remove the
solution and wipe out the bottom with a soft cloth dampened with
white vinegar to remove any remaining scale.
7) Rinse thoroughly with clean warm water to remove scale and any
remaining cleaning solution before disinfecting the cabinet to prevent
potential growth of microorganisms that may cause respiratory
problems.
Disinfecting the Water Reservoir:
8) Fill the water reservoir with a mixture containing one teaspoon of
chlorine bleach and one gallon of water. Let the solution stand 20
minutes, swishing every few minutes. Wet all surfaces.
9) Empty the water reservoir after 20 minutes. Rinse it with water until the
bleach smell is gone. Dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.
10) Replace the wick assembly into the guides provided in the cabinet.
11) Replace lift rod float assembly.
12) Replace the chassis unit on to the cabinet, ensuring that the chassis
seats correctly into the front and back grooved edges of the cabinet.
13) Fill the reservoir to the full level mark with fresh water and replace
outlet grille.
14) Plug the cord back into a polarized 120 volt AC outlet.
15) Adjust the humidifier controls to the desired setting.
Evaporative Wicks:
We recommend replacing the evaporative wick at least once a season,
more often in areas with hard water. When the wick appears excessively
clogged with mineral deposits, discard it and restore your humidifier’s
efficiency with a new wick. Bemis by Essick Air evaporative wick number
1043 fits all 800 series console humidifiers. Call 1-800-547-3888 to order.
Only Bemis by Essick Air wicks guarantee the certified output of your
humidifier. Use of other wicks will void the warranty and may
reduce your humidifier’s output.
Frame Disassembly
Replacing the Wick:
16) Remove the old wick from the frame by
carefully disengaging the fastening
hooks from the rear frame piece (see
illustration). Discard old wick. The new
wick is inserted into the front frame.
The wick will work correctly regardless
of the direction it faces in the frame
(there is no front, back, top, or bottom).
Once the wick is in the frame,
re-engage the frame hooks, to complete
assembly.
17) The frame then fits between the guide
ribs on both sides of the humidifier. (The wick and frame will cover the
vast majority of the width of the humidifier). The portion of the wick
frame which extends up farther than the rest of the frame is positioned
towards the front of the humidifier. (The wick will therefore be
positioned further towards the rear of the humidifier).
Summer Storage:
18) Clean unit as outlined above.
19) Discard the used wick.
20) Allow unit to dry thoroughly before storage. Do not store with water
inside the unit.
21) Do not store the unit in an attic or other high-temperature area.
22) Clean humidifier and install new Bemis by Essick Air evaporative wick
before the next season begins. Only Bemis by Essick Air evaporative
wicks guarantee the rated output of your humidifier. A convenient
order form for wicks and accessories is found in the back of this manual
WARNING: The top housing assembly contains no consumer serviceable
parts. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not attempt to open the
wiring cover. Electrical repairs must be made by an authorized Service
Center. Attempts to repair or replace electrical components will void your
warranty.
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Troubleshooting
1) Unit does not operate at any speed setting:
• Polarized cord must be fully inserted in wall outlet.
• Check refill switch operation, by unplugging unit, remove Motor
Chassis, place on side and move refill switch lever. If you do not hear
the switch “click” service may be required.
• Refill with water if necessary.
• Humidistat not set properly - set humidity to a higher level.
• 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. Replace if clogged or
hardened with minerals.
• The water reservoir may be empty - refill.
3) Too much humidity:
When condensation becomes heavy on cold surfaces in the room, turn
the unit to a lower humidistat setting or increase the room temperature.
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4) Water Leak:
The cabinet was overfilled. For your safety an overflow hole is
provided in rear of cabinet. Correct water level is marked on wick
frame and cabinet side wall.
5) Odor:
Clean and disinfect cabinet reservoir following CLEANING AND
DISINFECTING INSTRUCTIONS. Use Bemis by Essick Air Bacteria
Treatment to help eliminate unpleasant odors.
6) T
he electronic module on Model 821 Series is not consumer serviceable -
contact Bemis by Essick Air Customer Service for assistance.
Accessories
Evaporative Wick
Model 1043. Replaceable wick
continuously wicks up moisture
as it filters out mineral deposits.
Reduces scale build-up in the
unit. Only Bemis by Essick Air
wicks are UL and AHAM
certified to provide the rated
performance from your
Bemis by Essick Air Humidifier.
Bacteria Treatment
No.1970 - 32 oz. Bacteria
Treatment. Controls bacteria
growth in humidifiers. Helps
eliminate unpleasant odors.
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 Essck Air
service center.
Essick Air Products, Inc.
5800 Murray Street
Little Rock, AR 72209
501.562.1094
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