OWNER'S MANUAL 2.0 & 3.5 GALLON WARM MIST HUMIDIFIER with exclusive WARM WICKING VAPOR SYSTEM featuring an innovative 997.151230 997.151250 absorption TM sleeve design (20 Gallon) (3sGallon) Model 997.151230 Model 997.151250 CAUTION: INFO-LINE Read and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions before first use of this Product. After having read this manual, if you have any questions or are missing parts on your Kenmore humidifier, call: 1-888-838-0807 Sears, Roebuck P/N 997.
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from the date of purchase, if this Kenmore Humidifier fails due to defects in material or workmanship, return it to your nearest Sears store and it will be replaced free of charge. This warranty DOES NOT cover the absorption expendable part. sleeve, which is an This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • As with all electrical appliances, be sure to follow basic safety procedures to minimize risk of injury. • To avoid electrical shock or fire, be sure to plug into a 120v AC outlet only. Make sure the plug is fully inserted. • The power cord has a polarized AC plug, which will fit into the outlet one way only (one blade is wider than the other). If the plug will not insert fully with the outlet you are using, try reversing the plug.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR HUMIDIFIER Model No. 997.151230 10 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Tank Cap Base Mist Chamber Power Control Knob Humidistat Control Knob _2 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Model No. 997.151250 Power Lilg_ Humidit 3_ page 3 _ (2.0 Gallon) 9 Medicine Cup Tank Carry Handle (top) Tank Carry Handle (bottom) Safety Switch Locking Device Grill (3.
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of your new Kenmore Warm Mist Humidifier with exclusive Warm Wicking Vapor System'. You have purchased the newest and most advanced technology available in warm mist humidifiers. This patented technology creates an extremely quiet, low-maintenance humidifier. WHAT IS WARM WlCKING VAPOR SYSTEM'? Warm Wicking Vapor System" is a new, revolutionary, patented technology that eliminates annoying problems associated with other warm mist humidifiers.
HOW YOUR HUMIDIFIER WORKS Water flows from the tank(s) into the humidifier base. The water is then absorbed up the absorption sleeve where it is heated, purified and converted into warm mist. The warm mist then rises up through the mist chamber, dispensing comfortable, soothing, invisible moisture into the air. During this process, unwanted minerals are trapped within the absorption sleeve material.
SET-UP Remove the tank(s), turn the tank(s) upside down and remove the fill cap by turning counter-clockwise. Fill the tank(s) with cool water, for best results use distilled or filtered water. Do not use hot water or any chemical additives. Replace the fill cap by turning clockwise, be sure not to overtighten. Turn the tank(s) upright and position the tank(s) back onto the humidifier base. Be sure tank(s) is seated properly on the base. Water will begin to flow from the tank(s) into the base.
WARNING: Do not attempt to plug the humidifier hands, as an electrical shock may occur. in with wet Turn the Humidistat Control Knob to the MAX position (far right). Turn the Power Control Knob to the desired position: HIGH for fast humidification or LOW for more gradual humidification. When the power is ON, the POWER light will illuminate. Comforting, invisible warm mist will begin in 2-4 minutes. NOTE: If the humidifier humidistat does not produce may be positioned moisture, the too low.
and the humidifier stops producing moisture. When this occurs, the REFILL light _ will illuminate. The humidifier will not operate without the tank properly seated in the base. Be sure, when putting the tank back in the base, that it is set properly and the tank is putting pressure on the SAFETY SWITCH to engage power and start the humidifier. NOTE: Depending on how level and flat the surface is where you placed your humidifier, models with two tanks may empty into the base together or separately.
Attach a new or cleaned absorption sleeve to the heating element. Pull sleeve tightly around the heating element and secure it with the attached Velcro ® fastener. See illustrations below. NOTE: It is important to be sure the sleeve is very tight around the heating element for best performance. _iiili !iii i!i_i iiil _AA&AA_ Wrong • Replacement Wrong Sleeve Item No. 15005. Absorption Sleeve 3-Pack your local Sears store. CLEANING Correct Item No.
Periodically wipe down the outside of the humidifier with a damp, soft cloth. Do not use harsh, abrasive cleaners on this humidifier. Never submerse the mist chamber in liquid or pour liquid in or on the mist chamber. Doing so may damage the unit and may cause injuries. CLEANING THE TANK(S) Put 1/2 teaspoon of chlorine bleach and 1/2 gallon of water in the tank. Let solution stand for 20 minutes swishing every few minutes, Empty tank(s) and rinse well with water until bleach smell is gone.
REPLACEMENT PARTS Model No. 997.151230 (2.0 Gallon) Parts Description Part No. (]) Tank (with cap) ................................................... 997.15001 O Cap ..................................................................... 997.15002 _) Base ................................................................... 997.15003 _]) Mist Chamber .................................................... 997.15004 Absorption Sleeve .............................................. 997.
REPLACEMENT PARTS Model No. 997.151250 (3.5 Gallon) Parts Description Part No. _0) Tank (with cap) ................................................... 997.15001 O Cap ..................................................................... 997.15002 Base ................................................................... 997.15006 _) Mist Chamber .................................................... 997.15008 O Absorption Sleeve .............................................. 997.
HELP PAGE Power light _ is not illuminated. • Be sure Power Control Knob is in the HIGH or LOW position. • Be sure humidifier is plugged into the outlet. • Check outlet or circuit breaker. Humidity light 6 is illuminated. • The Humidity matches light 6 illuminates when the humidity the setting of the Humidistat in the room Control Knob.
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