Filter Use; Care And Cleaning; Daily Maintenance - Bionaire BU4000 Notice D'utilisation

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be over 40° C. (cold boiled water or demineralised your water and to provide clean moisture. The
water are recommended). filter life is determined by the average daily use
of your humidifier and the water hardness in
1. Remove the water tanks out from the base.
your area. The harder the water, the greater the
2. Unscrew the water outlet valve (L).
amount of minerals in the water and more often
3. Fill the tanks with clean water and screw the
you will need to replace the filter. It is strongly
valve back tightly onto the tanks. (See Fig. 4)
recommended that each filter is replaced every 2
4. Put the water tanks back on the base. (see Fig.4).
months, (depending on use), or when white dust
Switch the Unit On and Off (See Fig. 1 F1)
is emitted from the unit.
1. Put the plug into the main supply. 1. Make sure the unit is turned off and
disconnect from the mains outlet. Remove
2. Press Power ( ) (F1) to switch on and off
Water Tanks (M) and Mist Channel (B).
the Ultrasonic Humidifier. The LED screen is
lightened when the power is on. 2. If replacing, remove the Filters (O) from the
NOTE: This unit has a memory. The control base and dispose.
panel will remember the previous mist output
3. Remove the protective plastic bag from the new
level setting after the unit has been turned off.
filters. Soak filters thoroughly by immersing filters
However, if the unit is unplugged, the control
in water for 5 minutes. Install the filters into
panel will reset to Hi (II) and will no longer
the base.
remember the previous mist output level setting.
4. Fill the water tanks with clean, cool tap water and
Mist Control/ Humidity Level Control (See
replace it in the base. Wait 15 minutes for water to
Fig. 1 F2)
pass through the filters before turning on the unit.
The 15 minute wait is necessary to ensure that
To raise or lower the humidity level, adjust the
the filters are properly saturated and the water is
fan to low or high mist output levels:
at its optimal level for best performance.
I / Lo = Low mist output

CARE AND CLEANING

II / HI = High mist output
NOTE: Mist output level setting alternates Hi(II) Humidifiers provide comfort by adding moisture
to Lo(I) with one touch to the Mist Control (F2) to dry, heated indoor air. To get the most benefit
on the Control Panel (F). from the humidifier and to avoid product misuse,
Control Panel follow all instructions carefully, specifically the
operation, care and maintenance guidelines.
The control panel has a humidity indicator light
Please note this is an electrical appliance and
and will show differing colours as follows:
requires attention when in use.
Amber = Low humidity. (Below 50%
Cleaning your humidifier every one or two weeks,
Relative Humidity Level)
depending on the water conditions is important
Green = Comfort Humidity Level (About
in order to maintain efficient, healthy, odour-free
50% Relative Humidity Level)
operation. Water quality varies widely and,
Blue = High humidity. (Above 50%
combined with build-up of mineral scale in your
Relative Humidity Level)
humidifier, may under certain conditions promote
Screen flickers = water level in basin is low, the growth of micro-organisms in the water tank.
refill tanks Before cleaning, Please note the following:
NOTE: The recommended humidity level is
• DO NOT use soap, detergents, abrasives,
between 40% - 50%.
gasoline, glass or furniture polish, or boiling water
AUTO SAFETY SHUT OFF
to clean any part of your Ultrasonic Humidifier.
These will interfere with the proper operation
This Ultrasonic Humidifier has two built in safety
of your unit and may affect its appearance.
devices:
• DO NOT use sharp or metal objects to clean
1. When the water level in the basin is low, the
mineral deposits in the reservoir. Contact with
transducer will automatically shut off. Refill
sharp objects can result in damage to the plastic.
the tanks as instructed in "Operating
• Mineral deposits should be soaked for up to
Instructions" to operate the humidifier again.
20 minutes in plain vinegar and water to
2. When the Mist Channel is not positioned correctly
help with their removal.
on the base, the fan and Transducer will
• DO NOT clean any part of your humidifier in
automatically shut off and the Control Panel
the dishwasher.
screen will flicker. Remove and replace the

Daily maintenance:

Mist Channel to ensure proper fit.

FILTER USE

1. Before cleaning, switch off the unit and unplug
the unit from the electrical outlet.
The Water filters are used to retain minerals in
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