Honeywell HCM-750 User Manual
HONEYWELL
EASY TO CARE TOP FILL
EVAPORATIVE HUMIDIFIER
MODEL HCM-750 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, 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 pumped from the water reservoir through the water flow channel. Water is dispersed
from water flow channel into the wicking filter which helps remove minerals and impurities
from the water. 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. This unit is also equipped
with a water circulating feature which helps indicate when refilling is needed.
Your humidifier is made up
of these parts:
Top Grille
Water Outlet
Water Hose
Wicking Filter
Pump Outlet
Water Pump
Clear Protective Cover
Main Housing Water Fill Bafflel
Main Housing
On/Off Switch
Moisture Output Switch
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Wicking Filter Tray
Fill Funnel
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.
To prevent water pump from shifting during transportation
it has been taped to the inside of your humidifier. Remove
grille and filter tray and locate the water pump on the bottom
of the main housing. Remove shipping tape located on water
pump and place water pump back in slot.
Replace filter tray and grille on top of main housing.
Make sure it is securely in place and hose is not bent or
crimped or unit will not operate.
Placement
Select a firm, level location at least 6" (15cm) from any
walls for proper airflow. Place the humidifier on a waterresistant surface, as water can damage furniture and some
flooring.
Kaz will not accept responsibility for property damage
caused by water spillage.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Filling
Fill pitcher or jug with up to
1.5 gallon of cool water.
Note: You can fill this
humidifier with as much
as 1.5 gallon of water or
as little as a cup of water.
Pour water into the fill funnel
area located on the top of
the unit.
Indications that your humidifier
needs to be refilled are:
- Water will stop circulating
through the water channel.
- Your humidifier will start to
sound louder.
- Water level is not visible in
water window or below the
refill line
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OPERATING: HCM-750 Series
On/Off
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.
NOTE: DO NOT OPERATE WITH TOP COVER REMOVED.
Doing so could result in water spilling from humidifier.
Power
Turn the power knob to the
On position.
Output Controls
Set your output control to:
High: Maximum Moisture
Medium:
Low: Sound Sleep or
for Larger Rooms
Moisture
Maintenance
Small Rooms
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-700 Replacement
Wicking Filter. The use of other Wicking Filters may lead to sub-standard performance.
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REPLACING YOUR WICKING FILTER (Continued)
STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3
Replacement
Wicking Filter HAC-700
or Filter B.
STEP 5 STEP 6 STEP 7 STEP 8
Soak new filters in cool
water.
With dry hands unplug
humidifier and carry to
kitchen or bathroom.
DO NOT wring filters. Place new filters in the
Remove top grille and
set aside.
filter tray.
STEP 4
Remove the wicking filters from the filter tray.
Discard the old wicking
filters.
Replace top grille.
CLEANING: HCM-750 Series
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.
Protective
Clear Cover
Water Hose
Dishwasher Safe: The following parts are TOP RACK dishwasher safe
for residential dishwashers operating at temperatures below 70°C/158°F.
It is recommended that you run the dishwasher on the light duty or normal
cycle. Do not wash humidifier parts with soiled articles/dishes.
DO NOT USE DETERGENTS. If you use your dishwasher to clean the following parts you will not need to follow the disinfecting and scaling procedure.
Please Note: Do not place parts on lower rack of dishwasher. Using
the lower rack could cause damage to the humidifier
parts and dishwasher.
Fill
Funnel
Top Grille
Pump
Wicking Filter
Tray
Water Fill Baffle
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CLEANING: HCM-750 Series (continued)
The main housing and wicking filters are
NOT DISHWASHER SAFE.
Placing these parts in the dishwasher will
damage your humidifier and render it unable to
operate properly.
Main Housing
Wicking Filters
Scale Removal directions:
STEP 1
Remove top grille, filters,
filter tray, water pump, water
hose, fill baffle, clear
protective cover and water
fill funnel and set aside.
STEP 4
STEP 2 STEP 3
Set Wicking Filters aside.
Note: Wicking filters cannot be
de-scaled or disinfected. Doing
so will damage filters and unit
will not operate properly.
STEP 5
STEP 6
Empty water from the
humidifier by pouring out in the
direction of the control panel.
Follow the indicator arrows
located inside the main housing.
Fill water reservoir of main
housing with 2 cups vinegar.
With your unit
un-assembled,
proceed to the
disinfecting
instructions.
Place water pump,
water hose, water fill
baffle, protective clear
cover and fill funnel
inside main housing to
soak in vinegar.
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Gently wipe grille and
filter tray with undiluted
vinegar if you choose
not to use the dishwasher option.
Soak for 20 minutes.
Rinse main housing and
parts not put in dishwasher until vinegar
smell is gone.
CLEANING: HCM-750 Series (continued)
Disinfecting directions: Disinfect following scale removal
STEP 1
DO NOT DISINFECT the
Wicking Filters.
STEP 4
Soak water hose, water
pump, water fill baffle,
fill funnel and protective
clear cover in water
reservoir of the main
housing if these parts
were not cleaned on the
top rack of dishwasher.
STEP 2
Set aside top grille,
protective clear cover,
filter tray, water pump,
water hose, water fill
baffle and fill funnel.
STEP 5
Soak for 15-20 minutes.
Wipe top grille and filter
tray with the water - bleach
solution if these parts were
not placed in dishwasher.
Thoroughly rinse main
housing and any parts not
placed in dishwasher until
the smell of bleach is gone.
STEP 3
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g
a
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.
NOTE: USING MORE
THAN 1 TB OF BLEACH
PER GALLON OF
WATER WILL RESULT
IN DAMAGE TO YOUR
HUMIDIFIER.
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: HCM-750 Series
STEP 1
Insert pump outlet
into hose opening and
gently press into place
until water pump outlet
will not sit any further
inside water tube.
STEP 5
Re-insert the water fill
baffle into the water
reservoir of the main
housing by lining up
with the guides and
gently pushing down
to insert.
STEP 2
Insert water pump/hose
assembly into slot
in main housing.
Note: The pump will
only fit one way.
STEP 6
Place filter tray onto
main housing. Then
replace the filters back
onto the filter tray.
STEP 3
Affix water hose to
main housing by gently
inserting water hose
onto the water outlet.
STEP 7
Replace the top grille and
protective clear cover.
STEP 4
Line up the fill funnel
with the slots behind
the water window.
Gently insert into place.
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 water reservoir or water tube.
Pack unit in original carton and store in a cool, dry location.
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CONSUMER RELATIONS
Mail questions or comments to:
Kaz, Inc.
Consumer Relations Dept.
250 Turnpike Road, Southborough, MA
01772
Please be sure to specify model number.
Call us toll-free at: 1-800-477-0457
E-mail: consumerrelations@kaz.com
Or visit our website at: www.kaz.com
TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS
HAC-700 Replacement Wicking Filter
HCM-750 Grille (Top Grille)
HCM-750 Filter Tray (Wicking Filter Tray)
HCM-750 Cover (Clear Protective Cover)
HCM-750 Level (Fill Funnel)
HCM-750 Fill Wall (Water Fill Baffle)
750/200 Pump (Water Pump)
HCM-750 Hose (Water Hose)
PC-2 Protec™ Antimicrobial Cleaning
Cartridge
ELECTRICAL RATINGS
The Honeywell HCM-750 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.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Cleaning
Question Answer
How do I clean inside the water pump? You can clean the inside of the pump by turning
the cover counter-clockwise. Remove the cover
and you can clean the housing and disk.
What parts are dishwasher safe? The water hose, water pump, protective clear
cover, top grille, filter tray, water fill baffle and
water funnel.
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
clean your humidifier as it is very hard to remove
all the soap and this could cause damage to
your humidifier. It is important that if you are
using your dishwasher to clean these parts that
detergent is NOT used.
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