Kenmore 43714121 Owner’s Manual

SEARS

OWNER'S MANUAL

EVAPORATIVE

TABLE TOP

HUMIDIFIER

Model

42.14121
(3 Gallon)

Use Replacement Filter Pad
No. 14804

• Operating Instructions

• Parts List

CAUTION:

Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Operating

Instructions before first
use of this Product.

INFO-LINE

After having read this manual,
if you have any questions or

comments on your Kenmore

Humidifier call:

1-800-332-1110

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 601 79 U.S.A.

iNTRODUCTiON

Congratulations on your choice of the Kenmore Model

42.14121 Evaporative Humidifier. This humidifier
produces COOL, moist air. Before using your humidifier,
take a few moments to understand and appreciate
the benefits of maintaining your home at a proper
humidity level.

Air that is too dry is not only uncomfortable, but it
can also deprive your skin, house plants and
furnishings of valuable moisture. Dry air in your home
can cause the build-up of static electric charges.

This humidifier is designed to pull dry air through the
Evaporative Filter Pad system, a quiet fan then
disperses INVISIBLE MOISTURE-BALANCED AIR into
your house. Minerals and bacteria from the water are
trapped inside the FILTER Pad so that they do not

"mist" into the room and create white dust
accumulation on room surfaces.

Your Kenmore Humidifier comes fully assembled and
ready for immediate use.

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

electrical shock and injury to persons, including the
following:

1. Read all instructions before using
this humidifier.

.

This product isequipped with a polarized
alternating current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into
the power outlet only one way. This is a SAFETY
FEATURE. If you are unable to insert the plug fully
into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug
should still fail to fit, contact an electrician to
replace the obsolete outlet. DO NOT do
anything that will defeat the safety purpose of the

polarized plug.

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This humidifier may not work properly on an uneven
surface. Always place this humidifier on a firm, flat
surface. SEARS cannot accept responsibility for

damage to property caused by water spillage.

.

Do not operate the humidifier with a damaged
cord or plug or after the humidifier malfunctions,
has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
Return the unit to SEARS for examination, electrical
or mechanical adjustment or repair.

.

Do not run the power cord under carpeting. Do not
cover cord with throw rugs, runners or the like.

Arrange the power cord away from traffic areas
and where it will not be tripped over.

.

Always unplug the humidifier when it is not
operating, when moving or cleaning it, or when
changing its replacement filter or otherwise
servicing it.

.

Do not place the humidifier near heat sources
such as stoves, radiators and heaters.

.

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.

9. Turn the humidifier OFF if the relative humidity
exceeds 60%. For proper humidity readings,
use a hygrometer (available at Sears).

10. SAVE THESE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS.

HOW YOUR KENMORE EVAPORATIVE
TABLE TOP HUMIDIFIER WORKS

Lack of humidity in the air usually caused by winter
heating and summer air conditioning can dry out your

nose, throat and skin.
KENMORE humidifiers put moisture back into the air

you breathe and may help to relieve symptoms of sinus
and respiratory problems, reduce annoying static
electricity discharges and provide a healthy growing
environment for your indoor plants.

Water is constantly being drawn up from the Base
Reservoir into the Filter Pad. The fan draws dry room
air through the filter's intricate pattern where it
becomes moisture-saturated; this invisible air is then
blown through the Exhaust Grill and into the room.
SEARS built-in moisture balance system naturally
increases moisture output when the air is dry and

lowersthemoistureoutputwhenthehumiditylevelis
high.Thismoisturebalancesystemhelpsreduceany
watercondensationthatmightoccuronwalls,

windowsandfurniture.

DRY ROOM

AIR IN

UPPER MOTOR
HOUSING

HEALTHY, MOISTURE-LADEN AIR OUT

WATER
TANK

\

BASE RESERVOIR

FILLING

CAUTION: It is recommended that ALL HUMIDIFIERS
BE DISINFECTED prior to use. Please see the

CLEANING section and follow instructions for
RESERVOIR DISINFECTING.

Step #1
Unplug the humidifier. Remove the Upper Motor

Housing Assembly and the Water Tanks from the
Base Reservoir. Remove the Water Tanks by grasping
the handle and pulling straight up. Make sure that the
Evaporative Filter Pad is properly positioned.

Step #2
Prior to filling be sure to remove the Filter Pad and

wipe out any residual water with a clean cloth or paper
towel. Replace the Filter Pads and Upper Motor
Housing Assembly on the Base Reservoir.

Step#3
TurntheWaterTanksupside-downandunscrewthe

capbyturningcounter-clockwise.FilltheWaterTank
withCOOLtapwater.NEVERUSEHOTWATER.
HotwatermaycausedamagetotheFilterPadorto

theHumidifier.
Step#4

ReplacethecapsontheWaterTanksandplacethe
filledWaterTanksontheBaseReservoirandallowit

toempty.

CAUTION: NEVER POUR WATER THROUGH
THE EXHAUST GRILL ON THE UPPER

MOTOR HOUSING, DOING SO MAY CAUSE
DAMAGE AND PERSONAL INJURY.

OPERATION

Step #1
Be sure that the humidifier has been placed on a firm,

flat and level surface. Remember that this product uses
water and always carry the Water Tank carefully. As
with any water-filled appliance, there is always the
possibility of some spillage. Water can damage
furniture and some flooring, so we recommend that the
humidifier be placed on a water resistant surface for
protection from water spillage.

SEARS CANNOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY

FOR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY CAUSED BY

WATER SPILLAGE.

Step #2
With the Moisture Output Control Knob in the OFF

position, plug the humidifier into a polarized 120 volt
AC wall outlet. Do not use an extension cord. DO NOT

FORCE THE POLARIZED PLUG INTO THE OUTLET;
it will only fit one way. DO NOT PLUG IN THE

HUMIDIFIER WITH WET HANDS AS AN ELECTRIC
SHOCK COULD OCCUR.

Step#3
TurntheHumidityLevel(Humidistat)Knobto HIGH(+).

Step#4
SettheMoistureOutputControlKnobtothedesired

position.

-HIGH for fast humidifying. High speed operation will

provide approximately 3 gallons of moisture per day.

-MED for normal operation.

-LOW for quiet nighttime operation. Low speed will

provide up to 20 hours of continuous operation on
each filling.

NOTE: IF THE HUMIDIFIER FAN WILL NOT START

OR RESTART WHEN YOU SELECT A FAN SPEED,
THE HUMIDISTAT MAY BE SET TOO LOW. MOVING

THE HUMIDITY LEVEL KNOB TO A HIGHER
SETTING SHOULD START THE FAN.

The length of time your humidifier runs will vary
depending on the quality of construction and insulation
of your room or house, as well as the fan speed.

Step #5
Adjust the round Air Outlet Grill on the top of the Upper

Motor Housing (above the fan) to direct moisture in the
desired direction. DO NOT aim the moisture flow

toward furniture or walls that could be damaged by
excessive moisture.

When a comfortable humidity level is reached, lower
the Humidity Level (Humidistat) setting slowly until the
fan stops. The DESIRED HUMIDITY light will then
illuminate, indicating that the desired humidity setting
has been reached. The Humidistat will automatically
restart the fan each time the humidity level falls below
this setting. This "ON/OFF" cycle will continue
periodically while the humidifier is in use.

Lower the Humidity level setting if condensation forms
on walls or windows.

Step#6
ResidueontheFilterPadcanreduceitsusablelife.To

preventthebuildupofresidueinandontheFilterPad,
turnthepadover,topto bottom,ateveryfilling.Also,
anywaterleftinthebottomoftheBaseReservoir
shouldbeemptiedateveryfilling.Witheachemptying,
useaspongeorpapertowelto wipetheBase
Reservoirdry.

CLEANING

Weekly cleaning is required for proper operation of
this humidifier. Tap water may contain impurities or
dissolved solids which could leave a residue upon the

inner surfaces of the humidifier and on the Filter Pad.
Water residue can inhibit the wicking ability of the

Evaporative Pad and shorten its usable life.
It is recommended that you clean this humidifier every

week or more often where water quality is poor. More
frequent cleaning may be necessary if you see a heavy
build-up of impurities.

TO CLEAN THE HUMIDIFIER
Step #1

Turn the humidifier OFF and UNPLUG the unit.
Step #2

Remove the Upper Motor Housing, Water Tank and
the Filter Pad from the Base Reservoir.

Step #3
Empty the Base Reservoir and Water Tank and rinse

with clean tap water.
NOTE: FAILURE TO REMOVE THE FILTER PAD

BEFORE CLEANING WiLL DESTROY THE PAD.
Step #4

Scale Removal
(Perform this operation weekly)

A. With the Filter Pad removed, fill the Base Reservoir

with water and add 8 oz. of undiluted
white vinegar.

B. Fill the Water Tank 3/4 full with a mixture of water

and 6 oz. of undiluted white vinegar. Seal and
shake vigorously.

WARNING

DO NOT USE GASOLINE, PAINT

THINNER OR OTHER FLAMMABLE

SOLVENTS TO CLEAN THIS HUMIDIFIER.

O. Clean all interior surfaces of the Base Reservoir

with a soft brush or cloth to remove any scale.
DO NOT USE SOAP OR DETERGENTS AND

NEVER USE AN ABRASIVE CLEANER.

D. Carefully clean the Upper Motor Assembly with a

dry cloth.

E. Empty and rinse the Base Reservoir and Water

Tank with clean water to remove scale and

remaining cleaning solution before disinfecting

the reservoir.

Step #5

Reservoir Disinfecting
(Perform this operation weekly.)

A. With the Filter Pad removed, fill the Base Reservoir

with one gallon of water and add 1 teaspoon of
household bleach. Fill the Water Tank with water

and add 1 teaspoon of household bleach. Let the
solutions stand for 20 minutes, swishing every few

minutes. Wet all inner surfaces.

B. Empty the Base Reservoir and Water Tank and rinse

with water until the bleach odor is gone. Dry the
Base Reservoir with a clean cloth or paper towel.

Step #6
Remember, AgION T"prevents the Evaporative Pad from

growing fungus, mold and bacteria. It is normal
for the filter to discolor from mineral build-up. This will
vary depending on your water quality. However, if the
pad has a noticeable build-up of impurities, rinse it
gently in clean tap water or change it. Do not squeeze