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5.5 Resetting the Hour Counter With Each New Replacement Cylinder
The hour counter should be reset every time the cylinder is changed in order to reset and restart the internal maintenance timer:
1. Switch the Elite Steam Humidifier off.
2. Press and hold both buttons “Reset” and “Drain” and switch the Elite Steam Humidifier back on. When the wrench blinks;
release buttons.
3. Press and hold “reset” until the display shows 03. : DO NOT confirm any value higher than 04. If 05 or higher is
displayed, press “reset” until the display goes back to the normal operating mode and restart from step 1.
4. Press “drain” (minimum 1 second) to confirm: the hour counter will be reset at once and the Elite Steam Humidifier will go back
to the normal operating mode.
5.6 Using the GFX3 Humidistat
Press to select OFF, AUTO (if outdoor sensor is connected) or MANUAL mode.
OFF mode:
The humidifier is turned off.
MANUAL mode:
The GFX3 will work to maintain the single humidity selected. You can set your desired humidity
level by pressing or . The humidifier will turn ON or OFF according to your manual setting.
(The humidifier will operate when the measured relative humidity falls more than 2% below the set
point.) Humidity will have to be lowered when weather is colder or if condensation is suspected.
AUTO mode:
The GFX3 will automatically raise the humidity as the outdoor temperature increases. This provides the highest possible humidity.
The GFX3 will automatically lower the humidity as temperatures drop. This minimizes the risk of condensation on cold surfaces like
windows. You can adjust the Auto Humidity Index Set Point from 0 (low) to 10 (high) by pressing or . The Humidity Index is
based on the outdoor temperature and indoor humidity. The humidifier will switch ON/OFF according to the calculated auto humidity
index set point. Lower Index settings are for older homes with less insulation and vapor barriers. Higher Index settings are for newer
homes with complete vapor barriers, triple pane windows and high R value insulation. If condensation occurs reduce Index setting by
2 points until condensation stops.
NOTE If the outdoor temperature sensor fails, flashes and the unit will default to MANUAL mode.
To toggle between indoor / outdoor temperature and indoor humidity: Press .
To change the temperature unit: Press °C / °F.
To set the temperature / humidity offset in MANUAL or AUTO mode:
1. Simultaneously press and when viewing the temperature or humidity reading.
2. Use or to change the setting (-3 to 3).
3. Press and simultaneously or wait 5 seconds to confirm, then move onto the next setting.
: DO NOT allow excess humidification.
Excess humidity can cause condensation and enable mold and mildew growth.
Suggested
Setting
Outdoor
Temperatures
15%
-20˚F / -29˚C
20%
-10˚F / -23˚C
25%
0˚F / -18˚C
30%
+10˚F / -12˚C
35%
+20˚F / -7˚C
40%
+30˚F / -1˚C
Table 5.a
GFX3 HUMIDISTAT