Honeywell HCM-710 Owner's Manual

HONEYWELL
EASY TO CARE
EVAPORATIVE HUMIDIFIER

MODEL HCM-710 Series

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND SAVE THESE SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
THIS HUMIDIFIER

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

persons, including the following

1. Always place this humidifier on a firm, flat and

level surface. This humidifier may not work
properly on an uneven surface.

2. Place this humidifier in an area where it is not

accessible to children.

3. Do not place the humidifier near any heat

sources such as stoves, radiators and heaters.

4. Do not use the humidifier outdoors.

5. Before using the humidifier, check the power

cord for any signs of damage. If the cord is
found to be damaged, DO NOT USE and return
the humidifier to the manufacturer under the
warranty agreement for repair.

6. This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade

is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of
shock, this plug is intended to fit only one way
in a polarized outlet. If the plug does not fit
securely in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician.

DO NOT attempt to defeat this safety feature.

7. To disconnect the humidifier, first turn controls

to the OFF position, then grip the plug and pull
it from the wall outlet. Never pull by the cord.

8. A loose fit between the AC outlet (receptacle)

and plug may cause overheating and a
distortion of the plug. Contact a qualified
electrician to replace loose or worn outlet.

9. The humidifier should always be unplugged

and emptied when not in operation or while
being serviced or cleaned.

10. Never tilt or attempt to move the humidifier

while it is operating or filled with water.

UNPLUG the humidifier before moving.

11. This humidifier requires regular cleaning. Refer

to the CLEANING instructions provided. Never
clean the humidifier in any manner other than
as instructed in this manual.

12. Do not direct moisture flow directly at

individuals, walls or furniture.

13. When a humidifier is used in a closed room

or small rooms, check periodically for proper
ventilation, as excessive humidity can cause
condensation stains on walls.

14. Turn the humidifier OFF if you notice moisture

on the inside of your windows. For proper
humidity reading use a hygrometer, which is
available in many hardware and department
stores, or by ordering one from
the manufacturer.

15. This product is intended for residential
use only.

The Honeywell trademark is used by Kaz USA, Inc. under license from Honeywell International Inc.

Honeywell International Inc. makes no representation or warranties with respect to this product.

INTRODUCTION

How it Works:

The Easy to Care Evaporative Humidifier is designed to quietly provide invisible cool moisture.
Water is absorbed by the treated wicking filter. A fan quietly pushes moisture out of the wick
and into the air in the form of an ultra fine invisible mist.

The unique top fill design makes filling as easy as watering a plant.

Your humidifier is made up
of these parts:

Grille/Motor Housing

Moisture Output Switch

Fill Funnel

Wick
Wicking Filter

Overfill/Weep Hole

Main Housing

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MAX

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FULL

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REFILL

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Water Window

SETTING UP YOUR HUMIDIFIER

Remove from box

Remove packaging material. Remove and set aside instruction manual.
Recycle box and packaging materials or save box for end of season storage.

Soak Filter

1 - Remove Grille 2 - Soak

Remove grille/mo­tor housing and set
aside.

3 - Replace Filter

Place filter back in
humidifier

Remove filter from
base and soak in
cool water

4 - Replace Grille

Place grille/motor hous­ing back on the unit.

Do not squeeze or wring out
filter. This will damage the
filter and the unit will not
operate properly

Placement

Select a firm, level location at least 6" (15cm) from any walls
for proper airflow. Place the humidifier on a water-resistant
surface, as water can damage furniture and some flooring.

Kaz USA, Inc. will not accept responsibility for property damage
caused by water spillage.

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SETTING UP YOUR HUMIDIFIER (continued)

Filling

Fill pitcher or jug with
up to 1 gallon of cool
water.

Note: You can fill this
humidifier with as
much as 1 gallon of
water or less.

Pour water into the fill
funnel area located on
the top of the unit.

OPERATING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

With the power switch in the OFF
position, plug the filled humidifier
into a polarized 120V outlet. DO NOT
FORCE THE POLARIZED PLUG INTO
THE OUTLET; It will only fit one way.

DO NOT plug in humidifier with wet
hands to avoid electric shock.

DO NOT pour more
than 1 gallon into your
humidifier. Overfilling
your humidifier will
result in water being
released from the
overfill hole located

above the water
window.

Moisture Output Controls On/Off

Set your output control to:

High: Maximum Moisture

for Larger Rooms

Low: Moisture Maintenance

or Sound Sleep

An Indication that your
humidifier needs to be
refilled is the water level
is not visible in the
water window or is
below the refill line.

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REPLACING YOUR WICKING FILTER

It is recommended that you change your wicking filter every 1-2 months depending on water quality and usage.
To extend filter life remove filter from unit when not in use and allow to dry in a well ventilated area.

NOTE: Wicking Filter performance will diminish depending on the mineral content of the water and the amount of
airborne dust in the environment.

IMPORTANT: CHECK WICKING FILTER REGULARLY.

Any of the following conditions indicate that it is time to replace the Wicking Filter.

• A buildup of impurities and minerals on the Wicking Filter (evidenced by discoloration of the Wicking Filter)

• An appreciable decrease in Humidifier output. Please keep in mind if your relative humidity is high your
humidifier will put out less moisture.

• The top surface of the Wicking Filter is not moist to the touch

• The Wicking Filter has large holes or tears

The Wicking Filter should be replaced at least one or two times during the season, depending on usage, mineral
content of the water and the environment. We encourage you to only use a Honeywell HAC-504AW Replacement
Wicking Filter. The use of other Wicking Filters may lead to sub-standard performance.

Use Replacement
Wicking Filter HAC­504AW or Filter A.

1 - Unplug 2 - Remove Grille

With dry hands unplug
humidifier and carry to
kitchen or bathroom.

Remove grille/motor
housing and set aside.

3 - Discard Filter

Remove the wicking
filter from the main
housing. Discard the old
wicking filter.

4 - Soak 5 - Replace Filter 6 - Replace Grille

Soak new filter in cool
water.

DO NOT wring filter. Place new filter in base

main housing follow­ing the X filter guides
inside.

Replace grille/motor
housing.

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CLEANING

NOTE: It is recommended that all maintenance be done in the kitchen or bathroom on a water
resistant surface.

Weekly Cleaning: To properly clean your humidifier we recommend the process of scale
removal and disinfecting.

Scale Removal directions:

1 -

Remove/Set Aside

2 - Empty 3 - Add Vinegar

4 - Soak & Rinse

Remove grille/motor
housing and filter and
set aside.

Wicking filters can­not be de-scaled or
disinfected. Doing so
will damage filters
and unit will not

operate properly.

5 - Wipe

Gently wipe grille funnel
area with a soft damp
cloth.

Note: Do not soak
grille as this could
damage the motor.

Empty water from the
humidifier by pouring
out the left or right
side of your humidifier.
Follow the indicator
arrows located inside
the main housing.

With your unit
un-assembled,
proceed to the
disinfecting
instructions.

Fill water reservoir of
main housing with
1 cup of vinegar.
Gently wipe grille
funnel area with
undiluted vinegar.

Soak for 20 minutes.
Rinse main housing
until vinegar smell is
gone.

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CLEANING (continued)

Disinfecting directions: Disinfect following scale removal

DO NOT DISINFECT the
Wicking Filter.

3 - Soak

Soak for 15-20 minutes.

1 -

Remove/Set Aside

Set aside grille/motor
housing.

4 - Wipe

Wipe funnel area of
grille/motor housing
with the water/bleach
solution.

2 - Add Bleach

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NOTE: USING MORE
THAN 1 TB OF BLEACH
PER GALLON OF
WATER WILL RESULT
IN DAMAGE TO YOUR
HUMIDIFIER.

Add 1 TB of bleach to 1
gallon water. Add 1 gallon
of water/bleach solution
to water reservoir of the
main housing. Using this
mixture wipe the walls of
the main housing.

5 - Rinse

Main Housing: Thoroughly
rinse main housing until the
smell of bleach is gone

Grille/Motor Housing: Run
water through the FUNNEL
AREA ONLY of the grille until
the smell of bleach is gone.

NOTE: DO NOT submerge
or rinse entire grille as this
could damage the motor.

Note: Please be careful of clothing, rugs and other non bleach resistant materials when
disinfecting. Spilling bleach on clothing, rugs and certain surfaces may cause damage.

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RE-ASSEMBLING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

1 - Replace Filter

Replace filter back onto
the main housing.

2 - Replace Grille

Replace grille/motor
housing.

END-OF-SEASON CARE AND STORAGE

Follow the CLEANING instructions when the humidifier will not be used for at least one week or more, or
at the end of the season.

NOTE: Discard old filters and start with new filters next season.

Dry the humidifier completely before storing.
DO NOT store with water inside the main housing.

Pack unit in original carton and store in a cool, dry location.

CONSUMER RELATIONS

Mail questions or comments to:

Kaz USA, Inc.
Consumer Relations Dept.
250 Turnpike Road, Southborough, MA
01772

TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS

HAC-504AW Replacement Wicking Filter
PC-1 or PC-2 Protec™ Cleaning Cartridge

Please be sure to specify model number.

Call us toll-free at: 1-800-477-0457
E-mail: [e-mail]
Or visit our website at: www.kaz.com

ELECTRICAL RATINGS

The Honeywell HCM-710 Series models are rated at 120V, 60 Hz.

NOTE: IF YOU EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM, PLEASE CONTACT CONSUMER RELATIONS
FIRST OR SEE YOUR WARRANTY. DO NOT RETURN THE HUMIDIFIER TO THE ORIGINAL
PLACE OF PURCHASE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE MOTOR HOUSING OR TAMPER
WITH INTERLOCK SWITCH YOURSELF, DOING SO MAY VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND
CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT OR PERSONAL INJURY.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Cleaning

Question Answer
How do I clean inside the grille by the fan? You can clean the grille with a cotton swab or

How do I assemble my humidifier after cleaning? See page 8 of your owners manual.
Can I use dish soap to clean my humidifier? It is not recommended that you use dish soap to

Can I add water treatments to this humidifier? You should only add water treatments to your

Operation

pipe cleaner, gently inserting between the grille
slots.

clean your humidifier as it is very hard to remove
all the soap and this could cause damage to your
humidifier.

humidifier that are specifically made for
evaporative humidifiers such as the Protec
Cleaning Cartridge, model PC-1 or PC-2. Using
water treatments that are not recommended for
evaporative humidifiers could damage your hu­midifier. If you are concerned about hard water
it is recommended you use distilled water in your
humidifier.

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Question Answer
What setting should I put my humidifier on? You should run your humidifier on the highest

I ran my humidifier overnight in a very dry room
and the humidity barely changed but my water
level decreased quite a bit.

Can I run my humidifier without the filter? No, your humidifier will not operate properly without

How often should I change my wicking filter? In general the wicking filter will last 1-2 months

setting if your room is very dry. Once you are at a
more comfortable humidity you can turn your output
setting to the low setting.

It may take a few days for your humidity to increase.
Wood, rugs and other objects in your room will
absorb moisture before you can feel the effects if it
is extremely dry. You should also run your humidifier
with the door closed to the room.

the filter. The filter absorbs the moisture distributed
by the water flow channel. A quiet fan then blows
through the filter distributing moisture into the air.

depending on water quality and usage. See Filter
Replacement section for information on how to
determine when it is time to change the filter.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (Continued)

Operation (Continued)

Question Answer

How do I know my humidifier is operating
properly

You will notice a decrease in the water level after 8
hrs of use.

I cannot see any mist coming out of my
humidifier.

How much water does my humidifier hold? Your humidifier can hold up to 1 Gallon of water.

Your humidifier uses the process of evaporative.
This produces an ultra fine invisible moisture. You
will see your water level decrease and this is an
indication your humidifier is operating properly.

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3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

You should first read all instructions before
attempting to use this product.

A. This 3 year limited warranty applies to

repair or replacement of product found to
be defective in material or workmanship.
This warranty does not apply to damage
resulting from commercial, abusive,
unreasonable use or supplemental damage.
It also does not apply to the filter or Protec™
Cartridge. Defects that are the result of
normal wear and tear will not be considered
manufacturing defects under this warranty.

KAZ USA, INC. IS NOT LIABLE FOR

INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE. ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON
THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION
TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY.

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion

or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages or limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitations or exclusions may not apply to
you. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you also may have other rights
which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
This warranty applies only to the original
purchaser of this product from the original
date of purchase.

B. At its option, Kaz USA, Inc. will repair or

replace this product if it is found to be
defective in material or workmanship.

C. This warranty does not cover damage

resulting from any unauthorized attempts
to repair or from any use not in accordance
with the instruction manual.

D. Return defective product to Kaz USA, Inc.

with a brief description of the problem.
Include proof of purchase and a $10
US/$15.50 CAN check or money order
for handling, return packing and shipping
charges. Please include your name, address
and a daytime phone number.

You must prepay shipping charges.

We suggest having tracking or delivery
confirmation. Send to:

In U.S.A.:

Kaz USA, Inc.
Attn: Returns Department
4755 Southpoint Drive
Memphis, TN 38118
USA

In Canada:

Kaz Canada, Inc.
Attn: Returns Department
510 Bronte Street South
Milton, ON L9T 2X6
Canada

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