User Guide

Trouble Shooting

PROBLEM EVIDENCE SOLUTION(S)

Low Humidity Low water level (less than • See Plumbing and Setting Water Level,

2-3/8" deep) steps 7 & 8

No water in reservoir • Turn water on at saddle valve

• Turn off water main and check for possi-

ble obstruction in saddle valve or float

valve

Humidifier heater is not • Make sure the humidifier is plugged in

operating • Set the humidistat higher

• Check for blown circuit breaker

• Check all external wiring connections

• Check for low water level

• Check the humidistat switch for continuity

• Call a professional HVAC contractor

Rapid air changes (drafts) • Keep doors and windows closed (cold, dry

air is an added load on the humidifier)

• Close fireplace damper when not in use

• Keep exhaust fan running time to a mini-

mum

• Seal around doors and windows

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deposits have been allowed to build up, steel wool or other scouring pads

may be used.

7. Inspect the valve arm and float for mineral buildup and deterioration.

CAUTION

: If deterioration is noted, replacement will be necessary.

8. Reset the water level. (See Steps 7 & 8 of “Plumbing and Setting the

Water Level”, pgs. 11 & 12.)

9. Remount the humidifier and make all electrical and plumbing reconnec-

tions. Check for leaks or overflow. Set the humidistat as directed in the

humidistat instructions.

CAUTION

: Never oil any part of the humidifier.

NOTE

: At the end of each humidification season (approximately the

same period as the heating season), the humidifier should be thor-

oughly cleaned and the water and electricity turned off until the next

humidifying season.

CAUTION

: Do not leave water in the humidifier over the warm-

weather months.