READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Evaporative Humidifier OWNERS CARE & USE MANUAL Models: 4D7 800 White, Variable-Speed Digital with Air Care® Filter 497 800 White, Variable-Speed with Air Care® Filter 497 300 Light Oak, Variable-Speed with Air Care® Filter 4D6 800 White, Variable-Speed Digital 496 800 White, Variable-Speed 447 401 Mahogany Burl, Four-Speed with Air Care® Filter 447 301 Mahogany, Four-Speed with Air Care® Filter 427 300 Oak Burl, Two-Speed with Air Care® Filter French and Spanish instruc
Important Safeguards READ BEFORE USING YOUR HUMIDIFIER 1) This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized 120-volt AC,15-amp outlet, only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
Introduction Your Bemis by Essick Air evaporative humidifier adds invisible moisture to your home by moving dry inlet air through a saturated wick. As air moves through the wick, the water evaporates into the air, leaving behind any white dust, minerals or dissolved and suspended solids. Because the water is evaporated, there is no messy mist or spray, and no white dust, just clean and invisible moist air.
Assembly and Operation 1) Unpack humidifier from carton. 2) Remove all packaging materials. Check to see that you have all of the following items before discarding packaging: Fill hose Cord Set Evaporative wick Two end covers Two water bottles with caps Caster kit Air Care filter if unit is an Air Care model NOTICE: The wick and Air Care filter are packaged to prevent breakage in shipping.
8) We recommend using Bemis by Essick Air Bacteria treatment whenever you refill the water bottles to eliminate bacterial growth. Add bacteriostat according to the instructions on the bottle and then tighten the valve caps on your water bottles. 9) Place water bottles into the humidifier with the valve cap end down and to the back of the humidifier so that the valve cap enters the water channel, aligning with the “post” in the cabinet. 10) Place the end covers over the water bottles.
CONTROLS (Model 4D7 800, 4D6 800 Digital Humidistat) 16) Models 4D6 800 and 4D7 800 are equipped with a multi-speed fan control switch. Use the lower settings for quiet operation, and the higher settings for maximum output. These models have a digital humidistat with LCD display. The room’s Relative Humidity (% RH) is displayed at the top and the desired humidity level is displayed at the bottom. The desired humidity level can be manually adjusted between 30 and 90%, using the “Set Humidity” button.
HUMIDITY SETTING 20) If the room humidity is lower than the Set Humidity, the fan motor will start and run until the room humidity exceeds the Set Humidity by +6% R.H. If higher than the Set Humidity, the fan motor will not start. The desired humidity level can be changed with the “Set Humidity”, (right), button. Press the button once, and the display will flash. Repeatedly pressing the button will increase the Set Humidity in steps of 5% RH.
Air Care Filter ® MODELS 4D7 800, 497 800, 497 300, 447 401, 447 301 AND 427 300 Air Care® models feature a two-stage air filter which attaches to the back of the humidifier. The Air Care® filters the air as it humidifies. The first stage of the air filter is a high-efficiency, electrostatically-charged filter media which traps dust, pollen and airborne pollutants. The second stage of the Air Care® filter is an activated carbon media which absorbs odors from cooking, pets or tobacco smoke.
Care and Maintenance IMPORTANT: We recommend cleaning your humidifier every two weeks. Follow instructions. Humidifiers provide comfort by adding moisture to dry, heated indoor air. To get the most benefit from the humidifier and avoid product misuse, follow all instructions carefully, specifically the operation, care and maintenance guidelines. Please note this is an electrical appliance and requires careful attention when in use.
) Empty water channel after 20 minutes. Rinse with water until bleach smell is gone. Dry with clean cloth or paper towel. 11) Clean all surfaces of the chassis/power pak with a soft ! WARNING dry cloth. Ì DO NOT USE LIQUID CLEANING SOLUTIONS, INCLUDING WATER, TO CLEAN THE CHASSIS/ POWER PAK. AN ELECTRIC SHOCK MAY RESULT OR THE HUMIDIFIER MAY BE DAMAGED. 12) Remove water bottle cap and empty remaining water into a drain.
Summer Storage 1) Clean unit as outlined in Care & Maintenance section. 2) Discard used wick. Install a new Bemis by Essick Air wick at the beginning of the next season. Only Bemis by Essick Air wicks guarantee the rated output of your humidifier. 3) Allow humidifier to dry thoroughly before storage. Do not store with water inside unit.
Troubleshooting ALL MODELS: 1) Unit does not operate at any speed setting: • Polarized cord must be fully inserted in wall outlet. • Check refill switch operation. There are two switches on each side of the Power Pack. Unplug the humidifier, remove the water bottles and manually trip each switch spring lever. You should hear the switch “click”. If not, service may be required. • Refill with water if necessary. • The motor contains a temperature-sensing fuse.
Accessories EVAPORATIVE WICK Model 1041. Replaceable evaporative wick continuously draws up moisture as it filters out mineral deposits and reduces scale build-up in the unit. Only Bemis by Essick Air wicks are UL and AHAM certified to provide the rated performance from your Bemis by Essick Air Humidifier. AIR CARE® FILTER Model 1051. Replaceable two-stage Air Care filter- 3M FILTRETE™ removes airborne particles and activated carbon removes odor. This is not standard on all units.
HOME COMFORT DIVISION ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY The Bemis by Essick Air humidifier warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from date of retail purchase. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the product. Within the first 12 months from date of purchase, Essick Air will repair or replace, at its discretion, any defective part of the humidifier covered by this warranty.
ACCESSORY ORDER FORM To keep your humidifier in top working condition, use only Bemis by Essick Air replacement parts. Only Bemis by Essick Air replacement wicks guarantee your humidifier will maintain its original AHAM certified output. No. 1041 Superwick for 400 & 600 Series Console & Credenza Humidifiers. $15.99 No. 1045 Superwick for H12 Series Console Humidifiers $18.99 No. H4000 Summer Protective Dust Cover for 400 Series Console Humidifiers $6.99 No.