Timberk THU UL 16E (W), THU UL 16M (BL) User manual

Instruction manual

Руководство по эксплуатации

THU UL 16M

THU UL 16E

Outlook of devices, aslo colour scores can be revised without any special advance
notices.

Производитель вправе менять внешний вид прибора и цветовую гамму при­бора без специального уведомления.

Электрический
увлажнитель
воздуха

Модели/Models:

Цвета \ Colors *

Руководство по эксплуатации включает в себя
гарантийный талон

* - Указано в дополнительной маркировке модели \ Specified

in the additional marks of modes name

- Цвета для всего изделия и/или ряда его частей \ The colors
for the whole unit and/or its parts

Electric
humidifier

THU UL 16M (W)
THU UL 16M (BL)
THU UL 16E (W)
THU UL 16E (BL)

(W) - белый \ white
(BL) - черный\ black

CONTENTS

1. Important information

2. Safeguards

3. Specifications

4. Appliance description

5. Scope of delivery

6. Filling the tank with water

7. Operation of the unit

8. Cleaning and maintenance

9. Transportation and storage

10. Troubleshooting

11. Disposal

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Dear customer!

Thank you for your good choice and purchase of a TIMBERK
humidifier. It will serve you for a long time! The humidifier
increases relative air humidity in a room and stabilizes its
microclimate, allowing to avoid harmful conditions of decreased
humidity. Please, read this instruction manual carefully prior to
using the product!

1. IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in the design,
scope of delivery or product manufacturing process in order to improve
its properties without any prior notice of the customer. The text and digital
designations in this instruction manual may contain misprints. If after
reading the instruction manual you still have question as to the operation
and use of the unit, contact the seller or the specialized service center for
clarification. The product has a tag specifying all necessary technical data
and other useful information about the unit.

Use this unit only for the purpose, listed in this manual. The humidifier
is intended to humidify room air. Comfortable conditions are provided
at relative air humidity of 40 to 60%. Insufficient air humidity results in
dehumidification of mucous membranes which in its turn is the cause of
decrease in immunity, head ache, cracking of lips, “sandpaper” in the eyes,
also enables development of infection and causes respiratory illnesses,
fatigue, increased eye fatigue and worsening of attention concentration,
and has negative effect on pets and indoor plants, and causes increased
dust generation and electrostatic charging of synthetic fabrics.

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2. SAFEGUARDS

Before startup of the humidifier, please, study this manual carefully and
keep it for further use.

While using the appliance, it is necessary to observe some precautions.
Improper operation due to disregard to precautions may result in personal
injury of user or other people, as well as to damaging of their property. The
humidifier is designed for work in habitable rooms with observation of the
stated operation conditions. Using of the humidifier not for its intended
purpose may create situations dangerous to life and health. The electric
appliance, while in operation, should be under supervision, especially if it
is used in a room with children. The appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with physical, sensory or mental disabilities,
or having insufficient experience and knowledge, if they are not under
supervision and did not receive instructions for use of the appliance from a
person responsible for their safety. Please, make sure that children do not
play with the appliance.

Use the appliance only in accordance with the user’s manual.
Never use the humidifier with a damaged power cord or plug and if the

humidifier is broken or damaged by falling or in other circumstances. The
humidifier should be operated only in the fully assembled condition. To
avoid a burn, do not touch a membrane of the operating humidifier (for
ultrasonic models). High frequency of oscillations results in heating of the
membrane.

NOTE:

High-frequency oscillations of the ultrasonic
humidifier membrane are noiseless and safe for
people and pets.

To avoid the electric shock, the damaged power cord should be replaced
only in authorized service centers by qualified specialists.

To avoid the electric shock, do not place the power cord near heating
appliances and inflammable or combustible materials.

To avoid traumas and property damage, do not try to repair the humidifier
by yourself.

Unplug the humidifier in the following cases: before discharge or filling of

a tank with water; before cleaning and maintenance; before assembling/
disassembling of elements; before displacement of the humidifier.

Install the humidifier on flat dry surface.
Outgoing steam may damage exposed surfaces. Do not install the

humidifier on the floor, as well as in close proximity to heating appliances,
walls, furniture and other objects.

The manufacturer and vendor are not responsible for damages caused by
incorrect position of the humidifier.

The humidifier should be installed on a rise – e.g. on a table, pedestal, etc.
Never fill the water in the humidifier through a diffuser.
Do not immerse the humidifier in water or other liquids.
Do not install the humidifier in a passage or in other places, where it can be

touched, overturned, etc.
If the humidifier is not in use, unplug it. Do not lay a power cable under a

carpet or other objects. While placing the humidifier, be careful that you
do not touch the power cable by accident. Do not use the humidifier in
damp rooms.

Prevent the ingress of foreign objects into the humidifier.
Do not block an air intake and the diffuser with foreign objects.
Do not sit or stand on the humidifier and do not put heavy objects on it.
To avoid the damage of the humidifier, do not mix the water used for

humidification with essential oils, preservation agents, flavouring materials
and other foreign substances. The manufacturer and vendor are not
responsible for damages of the humidifier caused by nonfulfillment of this
requirement.

While unplugging the humidifier, do not pull the power cable and do not
touch it with wet hands.

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3. SPECIFICATION

4. APPLIANCE DESCRIPTION

Table 1

Specifications

Capacity of humidity ml/hr 350 350

Power supply V/Hz 220~/50 220~/50

Water tank L 5,7 5,7

Rated power consumption W 25 25

Rated current А 0,11 0,11

Protection class - IPX0 IPX0

Electrical protection class - II II

Device dimensions mm 271х177х360 271х177х360

Net weight kg 1,242 1,267

Unit of

measurement

THU UL 16M (W)
THU UL 16M (BL)

THU UL 16Е (W)

THU UL 16Е (BL)

The manufacturer reserves the right to change the set-list of the device
(including liquid and powder components) for different supplies without
prior notice. The changes either in no way influence the basic technical
parameters of the device or may improve them, and also not violate the
legislation or quality standards of the countries of manufacture, transit and
selling.

The changes in the set-list may result in changing of the weight and
dimensions of the device, but not more than by +\- 5-20% (depending on
the product category)

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1. Mist nozzle

2. Water tank

3. Water tank cover

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4. Wind outlet

5. Control panel

6. Base

7. Filter cotton

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Button: ON/ OFF and MIST
OUTPUT DIAL. You can switch the

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unit on or off by button A, this also

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can control the mist output.

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Control panel for THU UL 16M (W)/(BL)

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1. Appliance operation and no water indicator
It is blue when the appliance is operating. It is red when there is no water

in the tank.

2. On/Off and steam outflow intensity control knob
It is used to switch the appliance on/off and to adjust the steam outflow

intensity.

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Control panel for THU UL 16E (W)/(BL)

5. Insert the plug into the socket and switch on the appliance using
the button. The red empty indicator light may stay illuminated for some

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seconds until the base is filled with water. Then the blue light comes on.

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1. On/Off button

2. Power indicator

3. Current temperature value (TEMP)

4. Switch off timer setting button

5. SLEEP mode indicator

6. No water indicator

7. SLEEP mode activation button

8. Steam outflow indicators

9. Steam outflow intensity selection button

10. Appliance operation mode indicator

5. LIST OF PARTS

1. Air humidifier – 1

2. Instruction manual and warranty card - 1

3. Package - 1

6. FILLING OF TANK WITH WATER

1. Remove the water tank from the base and unscrew the water tank cover.

2. Make sure no foreign objects are in the water tank.

3. Fill the tank with clean, cold water. Close the cover of the water tank
securely, place the water tank onto the base. The water will running from
the tank into the base.

4. Don’t pour water into the mist outlet of the appliance.

IMPORTANT!

To avoid electric shock, prior to disassembling the
unit (removing the tank), disconnect the unit from the
power line! Do not fill the tank with other liquids but
tap water. Different composition of liquids has harmful
effect on internal parts and causes failures. Do not
fill the unit or the water tank with such additives as
essential oils, fragrances, cleaning agents, chemical
medical drugs, warm water (above 40°), etc.
Otherwise, the water tank and internal parts of the
unit will be damaged and inoperable.

Do not fill water directly into the internal part of the
unit or the atomizer. Water inside the unit may cause
failure of the unit. Do not hit or throw the water tank.
It may get damaged resulting in water leaks. Do not
use the unit in case if the water tank is heavily hit.
Immediately contact the technical support service or
the maintenance and repair station. Every day fill the
tank with fresh water and keep the unit clean.

7. APPLIANCE OPERATION

Operation of THU UL 16M model

Switching on

Install the appliance to a true vertical on an even and dry surface, then
connect it to the power line, having filled the tank with water first. Turn
the on/off and steam outflow intensity knob all the way to the right. The
appliance will switch on, the blue operation indicator will light up on the
control panel and steam will start coming from the atomizer. At the very
beginning of operation, the atomizing level may appear unstable, which is
caused by the temperature difference and water quality. It will take short
time for this process to stabilize.

Adjusting steam outflow intensity

You can adjust steam intensity by turning the on/off and steam outflow intensity
knob to the left or right.

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Comfortable conditions are reached at 40 to 60% relative air humidity. You can
determine the humidity level favorable for you either according to your feelings
or by using a special device called a hygrometer (not included in the scope of
supply), measuring the relative humidity level.

can determine the humidity level favorable for you either according to your
feelings or by using a special device called a hygrometer (not included in
the scope of supply), measuring the relative humidity level.

ATTENTION!

If a large amount of condensate is generated on the upper
part of the appliance when it is operating, then you need to
decrease the steam outflow intensity by turning the on/off
and steam outflow intensity knob counterclockwise.

Automatic switching off when there is no water

When water level in the tank drops below the minimum allowed one, the
appliance’s ultrasonic membrane will automatically switch off and a red indicator
will light up on the control panel. To continue operation of the appliance it is
necessary to fill the tank with water according to item 6 «Filling of tank with
water», and then connect the appliance to the electric mains.

Switching off

To switch the appliance off, turn the on/off and steam outflow intensity knob all
the way to the left and disconnect the appliance from the electric mains.

Operation of THU UL 16E model

Switching on

Install the appliance to a true vertical on an even and dry surface, then
connect it to the power line, having filled the tank with water first. Press
button « » on the control panel, the appliance will automatically start
operating, and the operation mode indicator, steam outflow indicators and
the current temperature value will light up on the display.

At the very beginning of operation, the atomizing level may appear
unstable, which is caused by the temperature difference and water quality.
It will take some time for water to transform into steam in the ultrasonic
membrane and for this process to stabilize. In 10-25 minutes of operation,
the atomizing level will gradually stabilize.

Adjusting steam outflow intensity

To select the operation mode and adjust the steam outflow intensity, press
button « » on the control panel several times, the steam outflow intensity
will be changing: low, moderate, high, and the steam outflow intensity will
be shown by the operation mode indicator on the display: 0,1,2,3.

Comfortable conditions are reached at 40 to 60% relative air humidity. You

ATTENTION!

If a large amount of condensate is generated on the
upper part of the appliance and around it when it is
operating, then you need to decrease the steam outflow
intensity by pressing button « » on the control panel
and by selecting a less powerful operation mode.

Switch off timer

To set the switch off timer, press button « » on the control panel several
times, upon that the set time value of the timer until switching off will be
shown on the display (from 1 to 12).

SLEEP mode

The display brightness is automatically reduced in this mode.
To activate the SLEEP mode, press button « » on the control panel, upon

that the SLEEP mode indicator will be shown on the display. To deactivate
this mode, press button « » on the control panel again, upon that the
SLEEP mode indicator on the display will go off.

Automatic switching off when there is no water

When water level in the tank drops below the minimum allowed one, the
appliance’s ultrasonic membrane will automatically switch off and the no water
indicator « » will light up on the control panel. To continue operation of the
appliance it is necessary to fill the tank with water according to item 6 «Filling of
tank with water», and then connect the appliance to the electric mains.

Switching off

To switch the appliance off, press button « » on the control panel and
disconnect the appliance from the electric mains.

8. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Always unplug the unit before removing the water tank. Do not touch the
water in the base during operation!

Caution-risk of electric shock and damage of the product!

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• Switch off the appliance and unplug it from the socket before cleaning it.

• Clean the water tank and the base regularly. Use water only, no

detergents.
Always unplug the unit before removing the water tank. Do not touch the

water in the base during operation!

IMPORTANT!

To avoid deformation or wear of working surfaces,
resulting in decreased atomizing or other malfunctions,
do not use metallic brushes, blades or talc powder
to wipe the atomizer’s surface. The water tank may
leak upon heavy impacts. In case of water leakage,
immediately stop using the unit and contact a service
center. To keep the unit dry, remove water after cleaning
and make sure to dry the unit’s case. Make sure that
there is no water left inside the unit’s case. Prior to a long
break in using the unit, dry its surface and pack it into
a plastic bag, then put it into a box. Store the unit in a
low-humidity room. Storing the unit undried results in
generation of mold.

10. TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE

1. When transporting, any possible impacts and movements of the
package inside a vehicle must be avoided.

2. Handling symbols on the unit’s package must be strictly observed when
transporting and storing it.

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Temperature
requirements*

Humidity
requirements*

Transportation and
storage

We are researching new technologies and constantly improving the quality
of our products. Specifications, design and scope of delivery may be
changed without any prior notice.

* Products must be stored in dry, ventilated storages at the temperature not lower than -30°C.

-30°C to +50°C

15% to 85%
(no condensate)

11. TROUBLESHOOTING

In case of emergency, please, use the troubleshooting methods shown in
tables. If it is impossible to solve problems with these methods, apply to
the service center.

Table 2

Problem Possible cause Remedy

There is no problem. If you need to switch
to the intensive mode of operation, turn the
regulator handle all the way to the right.

Set maximum capacity. The humidifier’s
capacity will go up after a while.

Connect the power cord into the outlet
carefully

1. Clean the humidifier’s membrane with a
special brush

2. Use filtered water

Clean the unit according to the cleaning
and servicing instructions and fill the tank
with fresh water

Lower the humidification intensity by
turning the on/off and steam outflow
intensity regulator counterclockwise.

1. Lower the humidification intensity by
turning the on/off and steam outflow
intensity regulator counterclockwise.

2. Clean the unit according to the cleaning
and servicing instructions.

You need to contact an authorized service
center

Poor atomizing (insufficient
capacity)

No atomizing

There is white deposit on objects
around the humidifier (salts,
separating out from water)

Steam has an unpleasant odor

Condensate is formed on the
upper part of the humidifier and
on surrounding objects, when it is
operating.

Water appears next to the humidifier,
when it is operating.

Water appears next to the humidifier,
when it is not operating

The unit is operating in the minimized
mode (low atomizing frequency)

The atomizer is clogged Clean the atomizer.

Temperature of water in the tank is too low

The power cord is poorly connected
to the outlet

1. Lime deposits have formed on the
membrane

2. There is a lot of salts in the water used
(calcium and magnesium)

Stale water is used

Remains of stale water or waste have
accumulated in the unit’s case or the
atomizer

1. High humidification intensity is set.

2. High room humidity and temperature.

1. High humidification intensity is set.

2. Lime deposits have formed on the
membrane and in grooves for water (in
the unit’s base).

Water tank is leaking

12. DISPOSAL

Service life of the humidifier is 2 years.
At the end of its service life the humidifier should be utilized in accordance

with regulations and procedures, which are in force at the place of utilization.

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СОДЕРЖАНИЕ

1. Важная информация

2. Правила безопасности

3. Технические характеристики

4. Описание прибора

5. Комплектация

6. Наполнение резервуара водой

7. Эксплуатация прибора

8. Чистка и обслуживание прибора

9. Гарантийный талон

Уважаемый покупатель!

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Благодарим Вас за удачный выбор и приобритение увлаж­нителя воздуха ТIMBERK. Он прослужит Вам долго.

Увлажнитель воздуха повышает относительную влажность
воздуха в помещении и нормализует микроклимат, помогая
избежать пагубных явлений пониженной влажности.

Просим вас внимательно ознакомиться с руководством по
эксплуатации перед тем, как вы начнете эксплуатацию из­делия!

1. ВАЖНАЯ ИНФОРМАЦИЯ

Производитель оставляет за собой право без предварительного уве­домления покупателя вносить изменения в конструкцию, комплек­тацию или технологию изготовления изделия с целью улучшения его
свойств. В тексте и цифровых обозначениях данного руководства
могут быть допущены опечатки.

Если после прочтения руководства у Вас останутся вопросы по рабо­те и эксплуатации прибора, обратитесь к продавцу или в специализи­рованный сервисный центр для получения разъяснений. На изделии
присутствует этикетка, на которой указаны все необходимые техниче­ские данные и другая полезная информация о приборе.

Используйте прибор только по назначению, указанному в данном ру­ководстве.

Увлажнитель предназначен для увлажнения воздуха в помещении.
Комфортные условия достигаются при относительной влажности
воздуха от 40 до 60%. Недостаточная влажность воздуха приводит
к высушиванию слизистых оболочек, что в свою очередь является
причиной снижения иммунитета, головной боли, растрескивания губ,
жжения в глазах, благоприятствует развитию инфекции и заболева­ниям дыхательных путей, вызывает утомление, приводит к повышен­ной усталости глаз и ухудшению концентрации внимания, отрицатель­но влияет на состояние домашних животных и комнатных растений,
приводит к усилению пылеобразования, повышению электростатиче­ского заряда синтетических тканей.

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