Install Instructions
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Trouble Shooting
Pr o b l e m ev i d e n c e So l u t i o n (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 oat
valve
Humidier heater is not • Make sure the humidier 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 humidier)
• Close replace 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.
Inspect the valve arm and oat for mineral buildup and deterioration. 7.
CAUTION: If deterioration is noted, replacement will be necessary.
Reset the water level. (See Steps 7 & 8 of “Plumbing and Setting the Water 8.
Level”, pgs. 11 & 12.)
Remount the humidier and make all electrical and plumbing reconnec-9.
tions. Check for leaks or overow. Set the humidistat as directed in the
humidistat instructions.
CAUTION: Never oil any part of the humidier.
NOTE: At the end of each humidication season (approximately the same
period as the heating season), the humidier should be thoroughly
cleaned and the water and electricity turned off until the next humidi-
fying season.
CAUTION: Do not leave water in the humidier over the warm-weath-
er months.