Honeywell HCM-3060 - Manual (Page 8)

PROLONGING THE LIFE OF THE FILTERS AND
MAINTAINING A CLEAN HUMIDIFIER
NOTE: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE NATURAL COOL MOISTURE™ FILTERS
WITH ANY CHEMICAL SOLUTIONS, DOING SO WILL DAMAGE THE FILTERS.
• HealthShield™ prevents the surface growth and migration of mold, fungus, algae,
and bacteria. It is normal for a filter to discolor from mineral build-up. This will
vary depending on water quality.
• If a Natural Cool Moisture™ filter appears to be clogged by hard water or mineral
deposits, soak it in a sink full of cool water for 10 minutes. DO NOT SQUEEZE OR
WRING OUT THE NATURAL COOL MOISTURE™ FILTER. Always place filters back
in the humidifier wet.
• To prevent mineral deposits use DuraFree™ Humidifier Water Softener, part no.
AC817, each time the Water Tank is refilled.
• Treat the Natural Cool Moisture™ filters with care. DO NOT squeeze or wring out.
DO NOT clean the filter using any chemical solution.
• Always purchase Honeywell Brand Natural Cool Moisture™ filters as the fan
motor of this humidifier and the Natural Cool Moisture™ filter are designed to
function efficiently as a set. Using any other filter could damage the motor or
reduce the humidifier’s performance.
• Be sure to empty water from the Water Tank and Base when not in use.
END-OF-THE-SEASON CARE AND STORAGE
• Follow WEEKLY CLEANING instructions when the humidifier will not be used for at
least one week or more, or at the end of the season.
• At the end of the season, remove and throw away the filters, however SAVE the
Filter Frames. Do not store with used filters.
• Dry the humidifier completely before storing. DO NOT store with water inside the
Base or Water Tank.
• Pack the unit in its original carton and store in a cool, dry location.
• Before next use, remember to install new filters and clean the humidifier.