User manual BIONAIRE BCM645

[. . . ] Be sure the unit is OFF and is disconnected from the electrical outlet. Remove the housing and the tank from the humidifier and place in sink or tub. Carry the base of the unit to the sink, remove the wick, place in sink, drain any remaining water and rinse thoroughly to remove any sediment or dirt. Drain the water from the tank into the sink and rinse tank thoroughly. [. . . ] To avoid fire hazard, NEVER put the cord under rugs or near heat registers. DO NOT place humidifier near heat sources such as stoves, radiators, and heaters. DO locate your humidifier on an inside wall near an electrical outlet. The humidifier should be at least 4" away from the wall for best results. NEVER use humidifier in a closed room, particularly where a child may be sleeping, resting, or playing (a closed room may result in excessive humidity). WARNING: Do not attempt to refill humidifier without first unplugging the unit from its electrical outlet. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to manufacturer for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or repair. 10. Use appliance only for intended household use as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause hazards. NEVER place it on a rug or carpet, or on a finished floor that may be damaged by exposure to water or moisture. Moisture could cause damage, particularly to wall paper. 14. Humidifier should be unplugged when not in use. Shut off and unplug before removing the water tank and moving the unit. 16. This humidifier requires daily and weekly maintenance to operate appropriately. 17. NEVER use detergents, gasoline, glass cleaner, furniture polish, paint thinner, or other household solvents to clean any part of the humidifier. 18. Excessive humidity in a room can cause water condensation on windows and some furniture. 19. Do not use humidifier in an area where humidity level is in excess of 50%. Use a hygrometer, available at your local retailer or through the manufacturer, to measure the humidity. 20. DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. 22. Do not plug in the cord with wet hands: electric shock could result. 24. To prevent damage to surfaces, do not place humidifier under overhanging surfaces. [. . . ] The harder your water, the greater the amount of minerals in the water, and the more often you will be able to monitor the life of your filters in your humidifier. You will be able to monitor the life of the filters in your humidifier by checking the Filter Monitor Figure 2 Indicator. After 60 minutes of use, Filter Monitor Indicator will move and indicate your filters condition. After frequent use of your humidifier, the Filter Monitor Indicator will let you know when the filters need to be changed (see Figure 2). [. . . ]