Kenmore 758296140C Owner’s Manual

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WHOLE HOUSE HUMIDIFIER

53 Litre Output with
innovative Twin Fan Technology

Model 758.296140C

CAUTION: Before using this

product, read this manual and
follow all its Safety Rules and
Operating instructions.

Sears Canada inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada MSB 2B8

www.sears.ca

Part No. $P6648 Printed in Canada

• Safety

• Assembly

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Parts

• Franqais, page 17

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON HUMIDIFIER

if within one (1) year from the date of purchase, this humidifier fails due to a
defect in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge. If within

two (2) years from the date of purchase, the motor fails due to defect in
material or workmanship, Sears will repair it free of charge.

This warranty service is available by simply returning the humidifier to the
nearest Sears Service CentrelDepartment throughout Canada.

This warranty applies only while this product is used in Canada.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other

rights which vary from province to province.

Sears Canada Inc., Toronto Canada M5B 288

GENERAL SAFETY

Safety Signal Words 4.

DANGER: means if the safety information 5.
is not followed someone will be seriously

injured or killed. 6.
WARNING: means if the safety

information is not followed someone
could be seriously injured or killed. 7.

CAUTION: means if the safety
information is not followed someone may 8.

be injured.

1. To reduce the risk of fire or shock
hazard, plug humidifier directly into a

120V, A.C. electrical outlet. Do not use

extension cords.

2. Keep the electric cord out of traffic
areas. To reduce the risk of fire

hazard, never put the electric cord
under rugs, near heat registers,

radiators, stoves or heaters.

3. Always unplug the humidifier before

moving it, before cleaning, or

whenever the humidifier is not in
service.

INSTRUCTIONS

Keep the humidifier clean.
Do not put foreign objects inside the

humidifier.
Do not allow to be used as a toy.

Close attention is necessary when
used by or near children.

Never use your humidifier while any
part is missing or damaged in any

manner.
To reduce the risk of electrical

hazard or damage to humidifier, do
not tilt, jolt or tip humidifier while unit

is running.

9. To reduce the risk of damage to
humidifier, unplug when not in use.

10. To reduce the risk of accidental
electrical shock, do not touch the

cord or controls with wet hands.

11. Note the warning label shown below.

WARNING: To reduce risk of fire,

electric shock, or injury always unplug
before servicing or cleaning.

Table of Contents

Warranty Information ............................... 2

General Safety Instructions ..................... 2

To Save A Service Call ........................... 3

Know Your Humidifier .............................. 3

How Your Humidifier Works ..................... 4

Assembly ................................................. 4

Location Instructions .............................. 5

Operating Tips for Best Performance ...... 5

Electrical Hook-Up .................................. 6

Water Fill .............................................. 6-7

Operating Humidifier Controls ............ 8-9

Using Your Humidifier ......................... 9-10

Replacement and Care of Filters.....11-12

Cleaning and Maintenance .............. 12-13

Troubleshooting .................................... 14

Repair Parts ..................................... 15-16

To Save A Service Call

Check the following if your humidifier is
not operating.

1. Is power cord attached to outlet?

2. Is there electrical power to outlet?

Know Your Humidifier

Controls

Filter
Housing..

Filters:
Replacement

Filter 42-29959

Humidistat
(On Power

Cord)

Description
Litres Output/24 hrs
Capacity of Bottles
Sq. Ft. Coverage
Fan Speeds
Auto Fan Speed
Replacement Filters

Refill Indicator
Auto Shut Off
Auto Humidistat
Controls
Control Lock
Casters
UL Listed
Volts
Hertz

Amps
Watts

3. Is airflow control in operating position?

4. Is humidity control set high enough?

5. Is the cabinet sitting on a level
surface?

zj Fan Assembly

" Pivoting Lid

Casters

Pivoting Lid Removed For Clarity

758.296140C
53

9 Litres Each

2900

3

Yes

Set of 4 (42-29959)

Yes
Yes
Yes

Electronic (Push Button)

Yes

Yes

Yes

120 A.C.

6O

2.88
165

Based on an area with average insulation and an 8 foot
ceiling height

ANSI/AHAM HU-1-1997, SEC. 8.1, results may vary.

3

How Your Humidifier Works

Your new Kenmore humidifier is designed
to satisfy home humidity requirements
through the principle of evaporation of

water into the air.
After water is added to the bottle, the

filters begin to soak up the water and
become totally saturated in approxi-
mately 30 minutes. Air is drawn in from
the rear of the humidifier and through the
filters by means of circulation fans. As air
passes through the filters, moisture is

absorbed into the air and then released
in the form of vapour. No water droplets

will enter the home. All evaporation into
the air takes place in the humidifier,
which means that the residue left by
evaporating water is not passed into the
home, but remains in the filter.

CAUTION: Use only EPA Registered
Bacteriostat. Under no circumstances

should you use water treatment
products designed for Roto belt or

Ultrasonic humidifiers.

Humidified Air is Then

Released Through the Top

Dry Air _.."_ii"'_i_ii

Through

Enters

the Rear

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of
injury, fire or damage to humidifier,

use only cleaners specifically
recommended for humidifiers. Never

use flammable, combustible or
poisonous materials to clean your

humidifier.
To reduce the risk of scalds and

damage to humidifier, never put hot
water in humidifier.

Assembly

Your new Sears Kenmore humidifier is
completely assembled for you to use.

Remove the bag pack containing two
plastic caster pads from top of humidifier
and retain for future use if required. See
the following Step 1 for instructions.

Remove the packaging material from
inside your humidifier and follow the
instructions of this operator's manual for
proper usage. The packaging material is
located under the fan assembly. Remove
the packaging material and discard.

Location Instructions

WARNING: For your own safety, do
not use humidifier if any parts are
damaged or missing.

Step 1:
Place humidifier on a flat level surface in
an area of your house where humidity is

needed most, or in an area which would
likely result in moist air being circulated
throughout the house, such as near a

cold air return.
Placing the unit level is very important if

the humidifier is located on carpeting.
NOTE: The 53 litre humidifier contains
water bottles. The weight of the bottles in

the front of the cabinet may cause the
front casters to sink deeper into the
carpet. If this happens, the water level
will be higher towards the front of the
humidifier, and lower towards the back.
The water level float (located at the rear
of the cabinet) may not sense the water
so the flashing "F" will be displayed and
the unit will not energize. If this happens,

the unit will need to be leveled in order
for the humidifier to be energized. To level

the humidifier when located on carpet,
place the included caster pads under the
front two casters of the humidifier only.

NOTE: Due to release of cool, moist air
from humidifier, it is best to direct air
away from home thermostat and hot air
registers. It is best to position humidifier
next to an inside wall. Hot air registers

and cold air from outside walls can affect
the efficiencies of the controls. Unit

should not be placed where warm air
from a hot air register blows directly on

unit.
Moist air (humidity) produced will

disperse into the whole house, but area
closest to the unit will have the highest
humidity. If the unit is positioned close to
a window, condensation may form on the
window pane. If this is not appropriate
the unit should be repositioned in another

location.
Step 2:

The humidifier should be positioned with
the back (cord exit side), at least
5 centimetres away from the wall.
Air needs to enter through the louvers in
the rear panel in order for the humidifier
to operate at peak efficiency.

At Least 5cm From Wall

.=_._ -- Cabinet

r/T/T/Z77Z_ Carpet

_-/ to level (if necessary)

Front of

Front

........ Caster

Caster Pad

Surface

NOTE: if positioning on
carpet, place caster pads
under front casters only

Operating Tips for Best Performance

1. Position the humidifier at least
5 centimetres from any wall and away

from any heat registers.

2. Do not restrict airflow from entering or
exiting the humidifier.

3. Use EPA recommended bacteriostat
to retard bacteria growth that may

cause odours and may be harmful to
your health.

4. Perform regular cleaning as instructed
in "Cleaning and Maintenance" section

of this manual.

5. Replace the evaporative wicking filters
at least once per humidification

season or more depending on water
conditions in your area.

Electrical Hook-Up

Locate nearest 120V A.C. wall socket in
the location desired, preferably on inside

wall. With the humidifier in the desired
location, route the electrical cord safely

so no one will trip or upset the humidifier.
Plug in the electrical cord.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire

or shock hazard, humidifier should
be plugged into a 120V A.C. outlet.

Do not use extension cords.

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this
humidifier has a polarized plug (one

blade is wider than the other). This plug
will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.

Water Fill

If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse plug. If it still does not fit, contact

a qualified electrician to install the proper
outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of
shock, always unplug humidifier

before cleaning or servicing.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire
or shock hazard, do not pour or spill

water into control or motor area.
If controls get wet, let them dry

completely and have unit checked by
authorized service personnel before

plugging in.

This humidifier is designed for use with
the two water bottles that are located

under the pivoting lid.
Open the pivoting lid of the humidifier.

Remove the water bottles by lifting them
straight up and out of the cabinet.

Notice the water bottles are designed as
right and left hand units. Position them in

the correct location so the humidifier can
function properly. The water bottles

should rest in the front of the cabinet.
Each "E-Z-Fill Side-Cap" must be facing

the rear of the unit.

/ Fan Assembly

. Pivoting

Lid

"E-Z=Fi!l Side-Cap"

Should Always Face Rear

Water Fill (continued)

Each water bottle is designed with an
"E-Z-Fill Side-Cap" that is easily

removable. Remove the "E-Z-Fill Side-
Cap" on the side of the water bottle by

twisting counterclockwise.
Place the opening of the water bottle

under a water faucet (the bottle should fit
under a four-inch clearance faucet). Fill

with recommended mixture of cold water
and Bacteriostat (if necessary) only. Solid

debris could make the valve leak.
Install the "E-Z-Fill Side-Cap" by twisting

clockwise. Hand tighten only.
Check for possible leaks by

performing the following:

1. Grasp bottle handle and hold the bottle
upright over a sink.

2. Press up on the valve cap plunger for
about one second to let out a little

water.

3. Release the plunger.

4. Listen for air bubbles Look for leaks
around the "E-Z-Fill Side-Cap".

5. If you hear air bubbles or see leaks,
retighten the "E-Z-Fill Side-Cap" and
repeat Steps 1-4.

Turn Counterclockwise
to Remove Cap

Valve Cap _

Plunger

Wipe off excess water from the bottle.
Position the water bottle back into the unit

by grasping the water bottle handle and
lower it into the cabinet until the bottle

sits on pads at bottom of cabinet. The "E-
Z-Fill Side-Cap" must be facing the rear
of the cabinet. When positioned properly,
the plunger will open and water will flow

into the cabinet. The water level will
automatically remain at approximately

1/2" until the bottles are empty.

Allow the filter to saturate for 30 minutes
before operation.

Raised
Section

Pivoting Lid Removed for Clarity

Operating the Controls

Where you set your desired humidity
levels depends on your personal comfort
level, outside temperature and inside
temperature. A starting set point of 30% -
40% ROOM humidity is recommended
but there may be conditions that require a
different setting.

IMPORTANT: Water damage may
result if condensation starts to form

on windows or walls. Humidity SET
point should be lowered until
condensation no longer forms. We
recommend room humidity levels do

not exceed 50%.

When Outdoor Recommended Indoor

Temperature is: Relative Humidity is:

-10°F -24 °C 20%
2° F -18 ° C 25%

10° F -12 ° C 30%
20° F_ -6 ° C_ 35%

* and above

To Operate the Controls

Digital Display
Press the power/speed button once to

turn the unit on* _ . Initially there is a
slight delay while the electronics

calibrate. Two bars (- -) appear during
this time. Once calibration is complete a
ROOM humidity reading between
20% - 95% will be displayed. A flashing
20 display indicates that the room
humidity is less than 20%.

NOTE: The default settings at initial
startup are (WHISPER) FI fan speed and
65% SET humidity. After desired settings
are selected by the user, they remain as
long as the unit remains plugged in and
there is no power interruption. If the unit
is unplugged the original default settings
are employed.

* Humidifier fan should operate at initial start

up. If it does not, refer to, "Fan not operating
(digital display is illuminated)" in the "Trouble
Shooting" section on page 14.

Function Buttons

' Digital Display

Speed Button @
This humidifier is equipped with a

3-speed fan control. Initially depressing
the speed button will display the current
speed setting. Each push of the speed
button advances the mode through the
settings of (HIGH) F3, (MEDIUM) F2,
(WHISPER) FI and (AUTO) A.
The selected setting is displayed on the
digital readout. The higher the setting, the
faster water is evaporated and released
into the air. FI (WHISPER) is the quietest
setting and is provided for conditions that
do not require a rapid evaporation rate.
When (AUTO) A is selected the
humidifier will determine the required fan
speed needed to bring the actual room
humidity up to the set humidity.

Speed Button\

Humidity Control O
This button allows you to adjust the

humidity to suit your needs. This humidifier
will automatically cycle on and off as
required to maintain the selected setting.
The readout displays both actual (ROOM)
and desired (SET) humidity percentage
(%) settings when humidity control button
is pressed. The ROOM readout has a
range of 20% to 95%. If the room humidity
level is equal to or less than 20% the
display will show a flashing 20.

\

Operating the Controls

The SET readout has a range of 25% to
65% and is adjusted in increments of 5%.

initially depressing the humidity button
will display the current humidity setting.
Each additional press of the button

increases the setting by 5%. A SET point
of 65% operates the humidifier

continuously regardless of the ROOM
reading. The humidistat that senses the
readings is located on the power cord.

Insure that this humidistat is free from
obstruction.

Using Your Humidifier

(continued)

Humidity Button,,

Refill Display and Auto Dry Out

Function
For maximum run time both bottles

should be filled. When both bottles are
empty the display alternates the room

humidity reading and "F" (FILL),
informing additional water is required.
Also at this time the unit will automatically

switch into AUTO DRY OUT MODE and
continue to run on the lowest speed until

the filter is dry.

__ QUlE_COMFO_

Refill/Auto Dry Out
Mode Display

NOTE: During this time the room
humidity level will continue to be
monitored and the humidifier will cycle

the fan on and off until the filter is
completely dry. The fan will shut off

leaving you with a dry humidifier that is
less prone to mold and mildew growth.
if AUTO DRY OUT MODE is not desired,

refill the humidifier with water and the fan
will return to the set speed.

NOTE: Fan automatically switches to
lowest speed during AUTO DRY OUT

MODE.

Manual Dry Out
At the end of the humidification season or
if you do not plan to run the humidifier for

one week or more, a manual dry out
mechanism is provided to completely dry

out the humidifier cabinet.
To do this, simply slide the float retainer

located at the back of the humidifier
cabinet to the top position of the slot it is

located in. This will hold the float in an
upward position and the fan will run until

you turn the power off.

NOTE: Be sure to position float retainer
to the normal operating mode (lowest
position in slot) for normal humidifier
operation.

Below is a diagram of the slot the float
retainer is located in, at the back of the

cabinet.

Back of Cabinet

Top Position

is for Manual
Dryout

Bottom Position

J is for Normal

Operation Mode

Float
Retainer

Slot

Using Your Humidifier (continued)

Check Filter Indicator
The ability of any humidifier to efficiently

supply humidity output relies heavily on the
condition of the filter. As the filter loads with

impurities it gradually loses its wicking
capability. When this happens, moisture
output is reduced and the humidifier has to
work longer to satisfy the selected setting.

This humidifier has a check filter reminder
timed to appear after 720 hours of motor

operation. When the display shows an
alternating "CF" and "room humidity"
setting at 5 second intervals it is a

reminder to check the filter condition.
NOTE: Some areas have high water

mineral content causing the need for more
frequent filter changes.

Refer to "Replacement and Care of Filter"
on page 1I. If a build-up of deposits or
severe discoloration is evident replace the
filter to restore maximum efficiency.

Control Lock Out
To avoid unwanted tampering with the

humidifier settings the controls can be
locked.

Activation Procedure

After the humidifier functions have been
set up, press and hold the power button

down for 5 seconds. The display will show
"CL" for 5 seconds; release the power

button and the control will resume the
display of the room humidity. The

humidifier will continue to function with
the locked in settings. If buttons are

operated while "CL" is active, the "CL" is
displayed and settings are unaffected.

Deactivation Procedure
To deactivate the "CL" function simply

press and hold the power button for 5
seconds. "CU' will flash and then resume

the display of room humidity.

Check Filter Display

Humidistat
The humidistat located on the power cord

senses the percentage of humidity in the
air. It causes the humidifier to cycle on
and off to maintain the selected humidity
SET point. The fan will turn on if the
"ROOM" reading falls 3% below the SET
point and will continue to run the
humidifier until a reading of 1% above the
SET point is achieved. The fan will turn
off until the ROOM reading falls 3%
below the SET point again.

NOTE: Be sure humidistat, which is
located on the power cord, is free from
obstructions and is away from any hot air

source.

10

Replacement and Care of Filters

WARNING: To reduce the risk of
shock or injury from moving parts,

always unplug humidifier before
removing or replacing any parts.

CAUTION: To help retard bacteria
growth and keep maximum efficiency,
the filter should be replaced at least
once per season, or more often

under hard water conditions. Use
Kenmore 42-29959 recommended

replacement filter.

The filters may be rinsed periodically in
clear water only. Take care not to damage
paper. To replace evaporative wicking
filters in your humidifier, follow these

instructions.

1. Unplug humidifier before removing the
filters. We recommend moving the

humidifier to an area where floor
coverings are not susceptible to water

damage, i.e. kitchen or bath areas.

2. Open the pivoting lid and remove water
bottles and set aside. Grasp the fan
assembly front centre and rear centre.

Lift off and set aside on a clean flat
surface. The filter housings are now

accessible.

3. Lift filter housing out of cabinet and
place where you may work on them
comfortably. With a soft, absorbent
cloth remove any remaining water or
loose mineral deposits not trapped in

the filter from the humidifier cabinet.

4. To open filter housing for easy access
to filters:

a. Deflect the two spring tabs on top of

filter housing. Lift top cover off of the
filter housing and set aside.

b. Remove the two filters and dispose

of properly. Clean internal parts of
humidifier per the "Cleaning and
Maintenance" section (page 12) of
your operator's manual.

Front of
Humidifier

li

jPivoting Lid

Fan Assembly

Humidifier

J

J

Spring
Tabs Filter

Housing

Fixed Tabs

Install new filters in the filter housing

track with the glue beads of the
wicking pad to the inside of the filter

housing.

Return the top cover of the filter

housing by installing cover over the
fixed tabs on the rear of the lower

filter housing and pivoting the cover
down over the top of the filters.
Snap the cover over the two spring

tabs.