Steam Humidifier Homeowner’s Operating Manual Must be installed by a trained, experienced technician Read these instructions carefully. Failure to follow these instructions can damage the product or cause a hazardous condition.
Table of contents About your new humidifier Controls....................................................................................................................1 Maintaining ideal humidity.......................................................................................2 Function and operation............................................................................................3 Setting the controls...........................................................................................
Direct-Injection Humidifier About your new humidifier thermostat Congratulations on your new humidifier. Your direct-injection humidifier provides the high performance and efficiency of steam humidification with easier maintenance than traditional humidifiers. Benefits • Actually controls your equipment for maintaining desirable humidity levels in your home year-round. • Requires less water, reducing usage up to 70% when compared to flow-through humidifiers.
Operating Manual Maintaining ideal humidity Optimal Relative Humidity (RH) is defined by industry experts* as between 40-60% RH on an average annual basis, and 35% during the heating season in dry climates. An environment with too little humidity leaves the body vulnerable to viruses and bacteria, and can cause woodwork in the house to shrink and crack. On the other hand, too much humidity creates ideal conditions for mold and mildew growth.
Direct-Injection Humidifier Function and operation Your humidifier provides the highest capacity and most efficient steam humidification for wholehouse residential applications. LED light feedback allows you to monitor performance, giving you total control and peace of mind. The humidifier provides your home with highcapacity true humidity, while using up to 70% less water than flow-through humidifiers. Snap-lock latch allows for quick, easy maintenance.
Operating Manual Setting the controls The colder it is outside, the less humidity can be retained by the air. Initially setting your humidistat to ideal comfort levels will help your humidifier deliver optimal humidification. The table below provides suggested control settings based on outdoor conditions. You may experience that your home needs humidity levels to be slightly higher or lower than the suggested levels given in the table, in order to prevent window condensation or dryness.
Direct-Injection Humidifier About LED light your indicators new thermostat The LED light panel on the humidifier lets you know that the humidifier is operating correctly, when maintenance is needed, and when it is safe to remove the tank for cleaning. The push buttons allow the tank to be drained for cleaning, and quickly return to operation when the tank is reattached to the humidifier. Power indicates the humidifier is plugged in and ready for operation.
Operating Manual Cleaning and maintenance Maintenance is made simple with the humidifier—just remove the water tank for cleaning. Warning: Scalding hazard. Do not attempt to remove the humidifier from the mounting bracket during operation, or the humidifier’s water tank when full of water. The heating element could be hot when tank is removed. Failure to comply could result in severe scalding or death. CAUTION Hot water temperature above 140°F (60°C) can cause burns from scalding.
Direct-Injection Humidifier Cleaning and maintenance 2. Turn the manual shutoff valve at the bottom of the tank to the “Unlock” position. 3. Grip the white water valve arm and slide it back within the bracket to disengage from the tank. 4. Firmly grip the tank bottom. Push down the cover's safety button and pull the latch forward to release the tank. Note: Latch does not come off humidifier with tank. M24777 M24779 5. Use tap water to flush loose minerals from the tank.
Operating Manual Seasonal or vacation maintenance The humidifier has the built-in intelligence to shut down when humidity is not needed for an extended period. After 48 hours of inactivity, the humidifier will drain its tank and remain empty until it is needed again. This prevents water from stagnating within the tank. There are a few house-cleaning steps to follow to keep your the humidifier at peak efficiency: 1.
Direct-Injection Humidifier Homeowner troubleshooting If you have difficulty with the humidifier, please try the following suggestions. Most problems can be corrected quickly and easily. Problem Look For Low humidity Humidifier heater is not operating What to Do • • • • • Confirm that power light is on. Set the humidistat higher. Check that the furnace power is on. Reset your circuit breaker or check for blown fuse.
Warranty Information 5 years from date of purchase (contact the Rheem Parts Distribution Center for more information). Before proceeding with installation, refer to installation instructions packaged with each model, as well as complying with all Federal, State, Provincial, and Local codes. RHEEM AIR CONDITIONING DIVISION 5600 Old Greenwood Road, Fort Smith, Arkansas 72908 “In keeping with its policy of continuous progress and product improvements, Rheem reserves the right to make changes without notice.
