User's Manual

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III. Effect of Water Characteristics
Your humidifier will operate effectively using either hard or
mechanically softened water.
Any type of water (hard, soft, hot, or cold) is acceptable for use
with the drain-type humidifiers. Hot supply water, 140° maximum, is
recommended for all heat pump applications. The use of hot supply
water will also increase the amount of humidity generated in other
applications. The heat in the water increases evaporation and the
water going to the drain is cold to the touch. For better performance it
is recommended that soft (reduced minerals) or filtered water be
supplied to the humidifier pad. This can help reduce the amount of
scale and mineral deposits that can accumulate on the pad.
IV. Annual Maintenance
For best performance, we recommend that you replace the
Humidifier Pad in your humidifier at least annually. See individual
model instructions for additional maintenance.
To purchase a new Humidifier Pad:
• Call the installer of your humidifier.
This information is often found on your equipment.
• Call your heating and air conditioning dealer.
• If none of the above is successful and you still need information,
please feel free to contact us at 800-910-9675.
• Purchase only Genuine Source 1 Humidifier Pads to maintain
performance.
V. Annual Summer Shutdown
1. For Models 5000 and 6000, close the bypass damper, which is a part
of the humidifier, with the use of the small damper handle.
2. Shut off the water supply to the humidifier by fully closing the saddle
valve.
Humidifier Control:
No adjustment to the Humidifier Control is required for summer
shutdown.
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WARNING
RISK OF SCALDING. Water temperature over 125˚F can cause
severe burns and scald instantly. Shut off the hot water supply before
disconnecting or tapping into any hot water supply line.
VI. Periodic Preventative Maintenance
NOTE: Periodic inspection and preventative maintenance of your
total heating system is important for efficient and safe operation. Your
dealer will include humidifier service during a maintenance inspection.
Your humidifier is equipped with an in-line water strainer and
orifice as shown below. These parts should be inspected and cleaned
periodically to ensure continued proper humidifier performance.
1. Disconnect electrical power to the furnace
and humidifier and shut off water supply.
2. Disconnect the water line at the inlet
compression nut.
3. Remove the in-line strainer from inside the
inlet side of the valve by using a small nail
or wire.
4. Flush the in-line strainer to clean it. If it is
necessary to replace the strainer, contact
your dealer for a replacement.
5. Reconnect the inlet water line. Double
Wrench to Prevent Leaking.
6. Disconnect the water feed tube at the
outlet compression nut.
7. Inspect the water feed tube by gently
flexing it and looking for cracks or signs of
wear. Replace tube if it is cracked, brittle,
or has been damaged.
8. Remove the orifice from the copper or
plastic water feed tube and make sure this
small opening is unplugged.
9. Replace the orifice and reconnect the water feed tube. Double Wrench to
Prevent Leaking.
10. Remove the drain line from the bottom of the humidifier. If applicable,
flex it to loosen any mineral deposits or blockages. Flush the drain line
with water under pressure to clear it of any debris, and slip it back onto
the drain fitting. If drain line does not clean properly, replace it. Inspect
the drain line to make sure it has a constant downward slope and is not
flattened or blocked.
11. Turn on water supply and reconnect electrical power.
WATER LINE INSPECTION AND SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
INLET
COMPRESSION
NUT
INLET
SOLENOID
VALVE
ORIFICE
OUTLET
COMPRESSION
NUT
IN-LINE
STRAINER
WATER
FEED TUBE
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