Sunbeam 697 - Manual (Page 3)

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Regular Care and Maintenance
IMPORTANT! Always unplug the unit
before cleaning!
When to Clean the Humidifier
• Every third day during heating season
• Before storing.
• After long periods of storage.
• When cleaning inside of unit, keep
water away from the air outlet.
Exterior may be wiped with a damp
cloth (except for electrical controls)
when unit is off. Any part may be
wiped with a damp cloth when unit is
unplugged.
Sanitizing the Water Tank
• Use a mild bleach and water solution.
Never use detergent.
Cleaning the Nebulizer and Water
Sensor
1 Remove tank from base and empty
reservoir.
2. Take the brush stored in base and
clean off mineral deposits and debris
from nebulizer and water sensor.
Do not scrape or clean with tools that
have metal parts.
3. Do not use detergent to clean any
water containing parts of the unit.
Detergent film dissolved in the water
supply can interfere with the output
of the unit.
4. The nebulizer (ultrasonic transducer)
is highly sensitive. Keep this impor-
tant part clean and treat it gently. Do
not touch the nebulizer while the unit
is operating, as possible burns could
result. Do not touch the nebulizer
with bare fingers. Any residue on the
metal will reduce mist output.
Storing the Humidifier
• Make sure all parts are thoroughly dry.
• Leave the filling door of the tank
loosened. This will keep the door and
gasket from sticking together.
Troubleshooting Guide
Problem... Cause... Try...
No Power • Unit not plugged in. • Plug in unit.
(LED is OFF) • No power at outlet. • Check circuits, fuses, and
test outlet with a test lamp.
No Air or Mist • No water in unit. • Fill water tank.
(LED is ON) • Inoperative Fan. • See Warranty.
• Inoperative Components. • See Warranty (Unit not
serviceable).
No Mist, but • Mist setting is too low. • Reset mist knob to a higher
Water Tank setting.
is Full • Unit is not level. • Place unit on a level surface.
• Mineral deposits on. • Clean nebulizer and sensor
nebulizer or sensor. with brush provided and
refill with distilled water.
• Water tank was washed • Rinse thoroughly with clean
with detergent. water.
• Nebulizer worn or inoperative .• See Warranty.
Damaged Plug • Worn insulation. • Do not use unit. See
or Cord Warranty.
• Damaged or exposed wires. • Do not use unit. See
Warranty.
• Inoperative components • Do not use unit. See
(non serviceable). Warranty.
White Dust • High mineral-tap water • Use distilled water
Accumulation or hard water condition. or 1/2 distilled, 1/2 tap water.