User manual DURACRAFT DH901

[. . . ] Always place this humidifier on a firm, flat and level surface. Place this humidifier in an area where it is not accessible to children. Do not place the humidifier near any heat sources such as stoves, radiators and heaters. Before using the humidifier, check the power cord for any signs of damage. [. . . ] · DO NOT FORCE THE POLARIZED PLUG INTO THE OUTLET; it will only fit one way. CAUTION: DO NOT PLUG IN THE HUMIDIFIER WITH WET HANDS AS AN ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD OCCUR. · Allow 2 to 5 minutes for the base to fill with water and for the humidifier to begin producing moisture. · When you are finished using the humidifier, turn the power switch to OFF. · ALWAYS be sure to discard any unused water in the base each time you refill the water tank or finish using the humidifier. · When a comfortable humidity level is reached, lower the Humidity Level (Humidistat) setting slowly until the heating element shuts off. The DESIRED HUMIDITY light will illuminate, indicating that the desired humidity setting has been reached. The Humidistat will automatically restart the heating element each time the humidity level falls below this setting. This "ON/OFF" cycle will continue periodically while the humidifier is in use. NOTE: When the DESIRED HUMIDITY light illuminates, the power light will shut off. · If condensation forms on walls or windows, lower the Humidistat. DURACRAFT ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONSEQUENCES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF MEDICATIONS IN THIS HUMIDIFIER. LOW DESIRED HUMIDITY USING THE MEDICINE CUP A medicated vapor can be distributed by using the medicine cup at the top of the humidifier. OFF HUMIDITY LEVEL HIGH POWER REFILL & RESTART DH-911/ DH-912 · Carefully add liquid medication; do not fill cup more than half full. CLEAN ING We recommend that you clean the humidifier once a week, or more often if you: · have hard water, · notice a build-up of impurities, or · detect unpleasant odors. It is normal for deposits from tap water to collect in the Remove and RinseTM tray. DO NOT USE SOAP, DETERGENTS, OR ABRASIVE CLEANSERS. Cleaning involves two steps: SCALE REMOVAL and DISINFECTING. Be sure to perform these in the proper order to avoid harmful chemical interactions. · First, turn off and unplug the humidifier. Wait at least ten minutes for the humidifier to cool. · Remove the No DripTM water tank by grasping the handle and pulling straight up. MODELS DH-909/DH-910 · Remove the Mist Chamber by pushing the locking tab and lifting up from the Base (Figure 5). Never remove the Mist Chamber until the humidifier has cooled. Fig. 6 RESTART REST · Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe the outer surfaces. Step One: W E E K L Y S C A L E R E M O VA L (Remove and RinseTM Tray) · Lift the Remove and RinseTM tray out of the unit. MODELS DH-911/DH-912 · Remove the Mist Chamber by pulling out the locking knob and lifting up from the base (Figure 6). [. . . ] · Remember to clean the humidifier at the start of the next humidification season. E L E C T R I C A L R AT I N G S The DH-909/DH-910 is rated 2. 3 amps at 120V, 60 Hz. The DH-911 is rated 2. 3 amps at 120V, 60 Hz. The DH-912 is rated 3. 2 amps at 120V, 60 Hz. NOTE: IF YOU EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM WITH YOUR HUMIDIFIER'S POWER UNIT, PLEASE SEE THE WARRANTY FOR INSTRUCTIONS. PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN OR REPAIR THE HUMIDIFIER YOURSELF. [. . . ]