Lasko 1115 User Manual

LIMITED WARRANTY

SHOULD ACCESSORY PARTS BE NEEDED, CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER FOR IN-WARRANTY REPLACE­MENT PARTS. A COPY OF PROOF-OF-PURCHASE MUST BE INCLUDED ALONG WITH THE TYPE AND STYLE,
WHICH IS LOCATED ON THE BOTTOM OF YOUR APPLIANCE.

This product is warranted for one year from the date of original purchase against defects in workmanship and/or materials.
At our option, parts that prove to be defective will either be repaired or replaced or the whole product will be replaced.
Should electrical or mechanical repair become necessary during the warranty period, send your complete product, postage
or freight prepaid to the nearest service center. Call the number below for the service station nearest you.
Should a part need replacement, you must give us the type and style of your appliance. You will find this at the bottom of
the appliance. In either case, a copy of your proof of purchase is requested.
This warranty does not apply if the damage occurs because of accident, improper handling or operation, shipping damage,
abuse, misuse, unauthorized repairs made or attempted, or the use of the product for commercial service.

ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, LAST FOR ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL
PURCHASE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES FOR ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long any implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so that the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific

legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

FOR PARTS AND TO ORDER REPLACEMENT FILTERS:

For Replacement Parts or Filters please call: 1-800-966-2028. MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY,
BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 8 AM AND 4 PM EST. "PLEASE DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT
TO PLACE OF PURCHASE." Reference the type and style of product (located on the underside

of the product) when you call.

FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE and SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS:

For any questions, comments or the location of your nearest service center, PLEASE CALL OUR
TOLL-FREE "HOTLINE" AT 1-800-233-0268. MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, BETWEEN THE
HOURS OF 8 AM AND 5 PM EST. Please reference product name and model no. when you call.

Appliance Service Dept. • 300 Confederate Drive Franklin, TN 37065-0569

PLEASE DO NOT SEND PRODUCT TO THIS LOCATION!

NOTES

Innovators in Home Comfort

EVAPORATIVE

TM

HIGH PERFORMANCE

RECIRCULATING HUMIDIFIER

Model 1115

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Congratulations on your purchase of the Recirculating Evaporative Humidifier. Featuring the unique use of pump

driven water circulation, this unit provides exclusive features that no other humidifiers offer.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION and FEATURES

Your Recirculating Humidifier is an EVAPORATIVE TYPE
HUMIDIFIER. This means that the air being drawn

through the moistened filter naturally evaporates the water
and disperses INVISIBLE MOISTURE into the air. This
type of humidifier DOES NOT PRODUCE MIST, WATER

DROPLETS, STEAM OR EXCESSIVE CONDENSATION

associated with other types of humidifiers.

EXCESSIVE HUMIDITY CAN OFTEN LEAD TO
UNANTICIPATED PROBLEMS. Air containing water

droplets or mist can create a good habitat for the growth
of mold and mildew.

Misting units often oversaturate the air, while the Lasko
Recirculating Evaporative Humidifier reaches a maxi­mum humidity output level without oversaturating.
With a properly operating Evaporative Humidifier,
the evaporation rate increases naturally when the air
is dry. When the humidity in your home is high, mois­ture output automatically decreases to help prevent
damaging condensation.

The Watershow Viewing Window provides a visible
way for you to know that your Humidifier is operat­ing. As air passes through the filter, the humidity in the
room will increase, and the water level in the Unit
will begin to decrease.

Unlike misting humidifiers, the Evaporative Filter in your
Recirculating Humidifier also traps unwanted miner­als that reside in normal tap water. This filtering also
assures there is NO WHITE DUST dispersed into the air.

NOTE: A few droplets of water may be present in
your humidifier as a result of our quality testing
prior to packaging and shipment.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, especially where
children are present, basic precautions should always
be followed in order to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock and injury to persons... Including the following:

1. To prevent possible electrical shock, always turn

Humidifier off and unplug before filling, servicing
or moving.

2. Always place Humidifier on a stable, flat, level

surface. Locate Power Cord so the Humidifier or
other objects are not resting on it. Keep the Cord
away from room traffic.

3. Do not place Humidifier near a heat source such

as stoves, radiators or heaters.

4. This appliance is equipped with a polarized plug

(one prong is wider than the other). To reduce the
risk of electrical shock, this plug is designed to fit in
a polarized outlet only one way. If plug does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to
defeat this safety feature.

5. Never tilt or attempt to move the Humidifier while

it is operating.

6. Always direct air flow away from walls or furniture

as excessive moisture may cause damage.

7. Humidifiers require regular cleaning to maintain

proper operating conditions. Refer to CLEANING
and FILTER CARE for proper cleaning procedures.

8. Do not place Humidifier on an electrical appliance.

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FILLING and REFILLING

1. It is recommended that all Humidifiers be cleaned

prior to use. Please read CLEANING and
FILTER CARE section, for Base cleaning.

2. Remove the Upper Housing from the Base. Make

sure that the Evaporative Pad is properly placed in
the Base.

(Figure 1)

Figure 1

Evaporative Pad

3. Even though your Humidifier will produce approxi-

mately 3 gallons in a 24 hour period*, the water
capacity (amount of water the Humidifier will hold
at one time) is 1.75 gallons.

4. You may fill your Recirculating Evaporative
Humidifier two different ways:

A) Fill the Base with cool water to level indicated

in Figure 2A.

B) Replace the Upper Housing on the Base and

push Water Lens down to pour water into the
Humidifier

(Figure 2B)

until it reaches the level

indicated in Figure 2A.

Do not overfill and never use hot water.

Figure 2B

Water Lens

Figure 2A

Maximum Water Lev el

CAUTION: Do not pour water
through the Exhaust Grill on the
Upper Housing. Doing so may
cause damage and personal injury.

Do not overfill. Overfilling the
Unit may cause motor damage.

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: Always place Humidifier on a firm and level
surface. Locate the Power Cord so the Humidifier is not
resting on it, and the cord is away from room traffic.

Always carry filled Humidifier carefully. Never
move water filled Humidifier while plugged in.

1. Take extra care to prevent water spillage that may
damage furniture or flooring. The manufacturer will
not accept responsibility for damage to property
caused by water spillage.

2. Always be sure that the Power Control Knob is in
the OFF (0) position when plugging Humidifier
into a polarized 120 volt AC wall outlet.

CAUTION: Do not Plug Humidifier into electrical outlet

with wet hands, or electrical shock may occur.

3. Set Moisture Control Knob to regulate desired
amount of humidity.

Figure 3

(Figure 3)

HIGH(3): For fast humidification

of a large room. This
setting will provide
approximately 3
gallons of moisture
output in a 24 hour
period.*

MED (2): For normal operation.

LOW (1): For quiet, night time

operation.

* Calculations based on ambient conditions of 70° F
and 30% relative humidity in a room of average
insulation.

4. Water usage will vary depending upon initial
humidity level in the room. If humidity is low, the
Unit will use water more rapidly until the humidity
in the room is stabilized. If the humidity is already
near or above 50% relative humidity, water con­sumption will be low.

CAUTION: Be careful not to direct airflow towards walls
or furniture, as excessive moisture may cause damage.

5. Refill Humidifier when water level in the Base is
low.

6. If you do not plan to use your Humidifier for several
days, empty all water from the Unit. Standing water
may provide an environment for the growth of algae

CLEANING and FILTER CARE

1. Regular cleaning is necessary to ensure proper and

efficient operation. The frequency of cleaning
depends on the amount of impurities which may
be found in the water or how often the Humidifier
is in operation. In either instance, it is recommended

that the Humidifier be cleaned at least once a week.

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, always turn
Control Knob to OFF (0) position and unplug before
cleaning.

2. Remove Upper Housing from Base. Be careful not
to let excess water from pump spill onto furniture
or flooring.

3.

With water lens pushed
down, the filter may be
removed for cleaning or
replacing.

(Figure 3B)

Figure 3B

Filter

content in the water. When the Pad surface area is
thoroughly discolored, or you notice reduced water
usage, it is a good indicator that the Evaporative
Pad needs to be replaced. The Evaporative Pad
should be replaced at least once every season.

The Replacement Pad to be used in this unit is:

The Lasko Replacement Evaporative Pad

Model THF 15 (Available Separately)

4. Remove Evaporative

Pad Holder from Base and inspect Small Water
Drip Holes for any blockage.

(Figure 4)

It is important that these Drip Holes remain open at

7. TO

DESCALE BASE AND DRIP SHIELD: Mix one

part undiluted white vinegar with four parts warm
tap water. Let vinegar solution stand for 20 minutes
then wipe away any scale buildup using a soft brush
or cloth. Do not use soap or detergents and never

Figure 4

Evaporative Pad

Holder

Drip Holes

Evaporative Pad

use an abrasive cleaner.

8. TO

DISINFECT BASE AND DRIP SHIELD: Fill with

1 teaspoon of chlorine bleach and 1 gallon of water.
Let solution stand for 20 minutes. Carefully empty Jug
and rinse well with water until bleach smell is gone.

9. Use a dry soft cloth to wipe the Chassis area, which
includes the motor area. DO NOT use water to clean

Figure 5

all times for proper water supply to Evaporative Pad.

5. To increase the life of your Evaporative Pad, unsnap

Holder, remove Pad and flip over.

(Figure 5)

the Motor or Switch area. Doing so may result in
electrical shock or damage to the Humidifier.

10. Commercial "Descalers" and "Bacteriostats" are

available at your local home improvement center.

11. Do not operate Humidifier when there is still
cleaner in the water.

Evaporative Pad life may be extended by cleaning
the Pad in a vinegar solution. To clean Pad, mix

OFF SEASON STORAGE

one part undiluted vinegar with four parts warm tap
water. Soak the Pad in this solution for 20 minutes,
rinse Pad thoroughly with warm water to remove
vinegar odor.

DO NOT FLATTEN, SQUEEZE OR TWIST FILTER WHEN CLEANING.

6. Discoloration of the Evaporative Pad is normal after

extended use. The discoloration is caused by mineral
deposits in the water, and the degree of discoloration
will vary depending upon the amount of mineral

1. Clean and dry Humidifier thoroughly per the

CLEANING and FILTER CARE section. Do
not leave any water in the Unit while storing.

2. Dispose of the Evaporative Pad. Do not store a used
Evaporative Pad in the Humidifier. Do not dispose
of Pad Holder.

3. Place Humidifier back in its carton and store in a

cool dry place.

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

TROUBLE PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION

Foul odor • Filters need to be replaced Replace Filter

• Base/reservoir needs to be cleaned Follow Instructions under

and FILTER CARE

• Whole humidifier needs cleaning Follow Instructions under

and FILTER CARE

Filter discoloration • Mineral deposits in water Replace Filter
Water discoloration • Humidifier needs to be cleaned Follow Instructions under

and FILTER CARE

• Hard water - Iron in water Use filtered or distilled water

• Some humidifier additives can cause
discoloration

No water show • No water in Humidifier Fill with cool water

• Hose not connected to water show Connect Hose to Water Show

• Hose not connected to pump Connect Hose to Pump

CLEANING

CLEANING

CLEANING

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