SP6471-1 HD1205.1211 - 71157 7/12/05 2:07 PM Page 1 CAUTION: Read all instructions carefully before installation. Save this Owner’s Manual for future reference. Model HD1211 Shown Model Nos. HD1205 0 & HD1211 1 EMERSON ® MoistAIR™ HD1205 and HD1211 Evaporative Console Humidifier Owner’s Manual Part No.
SP6471-1 HD1205.1211 - 71157 7/12/05 2:07 PM Page 2 Limited Warranty All products covered by this Owner’s Manual are warranted against defects in workmanship and materials for one year from the date of sale except for motors, which are warranted for two years.
SP6471-1 HD1205.1211 - 71157 7/12/05 Know Your Humidifier Controls 2:07 PM Page 3 Model HD1211 Depicted Throughout Control Panel Cover Removed for Clarity Fill Light Fan Assembly Pivoting Lid Top Filter Housing Filters: Replacement No. HDC411 Description HD1205/HD1211 Output/24 hrs Capacity of Tank * Sq. Ft. Coverage Fan Speeds Filters Fill Light Auto Humidistat Auto Shut Off Manual Dryout Controls CUL Listed Volts Hertz Amps Watts 12 Gallons/45 Litres 4.5 Gallons/17.
SP6471-1 HD1205.1211 - 71157 7/12/05 2:07 PM Page 4 Humidifier Operations Humidified Air is Then Released Through the Top Your new Emerson humidifier is designed to satisfy home humidity requirements through the principle of evaporation of water into the air. After water is added to the tank the filters begin to soak up the water and become totally saturated in approximately 30 minutes. Air is drawn in from the rear of the humidifier, then passes through the filters by means of two circulation fans.
SP6471-1 HD1205.1211 - 71157 7/12/05 2:07 PM Page 5 Location Instructions 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. WARNING: For your own safety, do not use humidifier if any parts are damaged or missing.
SP6471-1 HD1205.1211 - 71157 7/12/05 2:07 PM Page 6 Water Fill WARNING: To reduce the risk of shock, always unplug humidifier before filling, cleaning or servicing. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not pour or spill water into control or motor area. Close the control cover. If control get wet, let them dry completely and have unit checked by authorized service personnel before plugging in. Pivoting Lid This humidifier is designed to be filled using a bucket fill method.
SP6471-1 HD1205.1211 - 71157 7/12/05 2:07 PM Page 7 Operating Humidifier Controls The operating controls of your Emerson evaporative humidifier are located on the top center of the humidifier. The controls are found under the smoked cover, located between the air circulating fans. Lift the control cover by placing your finger in the round cutout and lifting. The cover will stay open. Now you can clearly see the control area.
SP6471-1 HD1205.1211 - 71157 7/12/05 2:07 PM Page 8 Using Your Humidifier Step 1 Step 5 If humidifier stops running and the amber Fill Light is not illuminated the humidity level is at the normal requirements for that setting or it is adjusting to the home conditions. The table below shows recommended indoor humidity levels. The figure below shows approximate relative humidity percentages which correspond to the various settings of the Humidity Control. Be sure unit is full of water and plugged in.
SP6471-1 HD1205.1211 - 71157 7/12/05 2:08 PM Page 9 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. section of this owner's manual. Pivoting Lid Fan Assembly CAUTION: To help retard bacteria growth and keep maximum efficiency, the filters should be replaced at least once a season, or more often under hard water conditions. Use Emerson HDC411 replacement filters.
SP6471-1 HD1205.1211 - 71157 7/12/05 2:08 PM Page 10 Replacement and Care of Filters (continued) 5. a. Install new filters (Emerson HDC411) in the bottom of the cabinet. b. Reposition top filter housings on top of filters and snap into front filter housings. c. Position fan assembly onto the cabinet. Make sure the fan venturi (lowest cylinder section below the fan) is placed inside the top filter housings. Float Retainer Top Filter Housings Tab on Front Filter Housing d.
SP6471-1 HD1205.1211 - 71157 7/12/05 2:08 PM Page 11 Cleaning Your Humidifier 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. b.
SP6471-1 HD1205.1211 - 71157 7/12/05 2:08 PM Page 12 Cleaning Your Humidifier Bi-Weekly Maintenance End of Season Maintenance Removing Scale 1. Follow “Bi-Weekly Maintenance” instructions at end of humidification season. 1. Fill the humidifier cabinet with one 8 oz. cup of undiluted white vinegar. Let solution stay 20 minutes. 2. Remove and throw away filters. 3. Let humidifier dry completely before storing. Do not store with water inside cabinet. 2. Clean all interior surfaces with soft brush.
SP6471-1 HD1205.1211 - 71157 7/12/05 2:08 PM Page 13 Troubleshooting TROUBLE PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Unit will not run and • No power Fill Light is not illu- • Selected humidity level has been established minated. • Check 120 volt source for power • Raise humidistat setting if desired Unit will not shut off • Float is not free • Float retainer positioned in top slot at back of cabinet • Free float from obstruction • Slide float retainer down to lowest position in slot at back of cabinet.
SP6471-1 HD1205.1211 - 71157 7/12/05 2:08 PM Page 14 Repair Parts Parts List for Emerson Humidifier Model No.
SP6471-1 HD1205.1211 - 71157 7/12/05 2:08 PM Page 15 Repair Parts Key No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Description Cover Dust Lid Stationary Lid Pivoting Knob Label Control Cover Control Switch Rotary Light Pilot Humidistat Switch Micro Enclosure Electronics Retainer Float Float Water Level Cabinet Rail Kick Scr. Pan Hd.
SP6471-1 HD1205.1211 - 71157 7/12/05 2:08 PM Page 16 FOR TECHNICAL HELP, CALL (800) 654-3545 FROM USA OR (888) 744-4687 FROM CANADA (Please have complete model number) TM 9999 Highway 48 Markham, Ontario Canada L3P 3J3 © 2002, 2004 Emerson Part No. SP6471 Form No.
