BIONAIRE BCM5520RC - Manual (Page 5)

To replace the wick filter, follow the steps below.
1. Turn the unit off and disconnect from the electrical outlet.
2. Remove the reservoir and main housing to access the
base tray.
3. Remove the wick frame from the base of the humidifier.
4. Remove each individual wick and discard. Do not
remove rivet, replacement wicks come equipped with
rivets for easy replacement.
5. Follow the weekly cleaning instructions.
6. Insert new filters into each section of the wick basket
making sure the rivet attaches to the wick basket securely.
7. Do not use wicks without rivets as this will not produce
the units intended output.
8. Replace the wick frame into the base and replace main
housing and then tank.
9. Repeat Operating Instructions steps.
It will take about 30 minutes for the humidifier to reach
maximum output.
You can obtain a new filter by calling 1-800-788-5350 in
North America or by visiting your nearest retailer or
authorized service center. This humidifier takes 4 model
BWF100 replacement filters.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Humidifiers provide comfort by adding moisture to dry,
heated indoor air. To get the most benefit from the humidifier
and avoid product misuse, follow all instructions carefully,
specifically the operation, care and maintenance guidelines.
Please note that this is an electrical appliance, and requires
attention when in use.
In addition, if you do not follow the recommended care and
maintenance instructions, micro-organisms may be able to
grow in the water within the humidifier’s reservoir. You must
routinely follow the cleaning procedures that follow in order
to ensure proper, efficient operation of your humidifier.
Proper maintenance and cleaning is essential to the
continued performance of your unit and the avoidance of
algae or bacteria build-up.
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DAILY MAINTENANCE
1. Be sure the unit is OFF and is disconnected from the
electrical outlet.
2. Remove the housing and the reservoir from the
humidifier and place in sink or tub.
3. Carry the base of the unit to the sink, remove the wick
frame and wicks, place in sink, drain any remaining water
and rinse thoroughly to remove any sediment or dirt.
Wipe clean, and dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.
NOTE: the base and wick frame are dishwasher safe TOP
RACK ONLY.
4. Drain the water from the tank into the sink and rinse tank
thoroughly. Wipe clean, and dry with a clean cloth or
paper towel
5. Put filters back in wick frame, replace on base, replace
the housing, then refill tank with cool tap water as
instructed earlier in the Filling Instructions. Do not overfill.
6. Follow Operating Instructions.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
Remove Scale:
1. Repeat steps 1-4 above.
2. Clean the base by partially filling the base with one 8-oz
cup of undiluted white vinegar, or use Clean-Away ™ by
Bionaire ® . Let solution stand 20 minutes, cleaning all
interior surfaces with a soft brush. Dampen a cloth with
undiluted white vinegar and wipe out entire base to
remove scale.
3. Rinse with clean warm water to remove scale and the
white vinegar solution before beginning to disinfect the
reservoir.
DISINFECT HUMIDIFIER BASE AND RESERVOIR:
1. Fill humidifier base with 1/4 gallon of water and 1/2
teaspoon of chlorine bleach.
2. Fill the reservoir 1/2 full with water and 1/2 teaspoon of
chlorine bleach.
3. Let the solution stand for 20 minutes, swishing every
few minutes. Wet all surfaces.
4. Carefully empty the base and reservoir after 20 minutes,
and rinse with water until you cannot detect any bleach
smell. Dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.
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