Honeywell HUL900BC Reflection Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier Owner’s Manual

Honeywell HUL900BC Reflection Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier Owner’s Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND SAVE THESE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS HUMIDIFIER

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:

  1. The humidifier should ALWAYS be placed on a firm, flat, waterproof surface at least three feet (1.2m) away from bedside, 12 inches (30cm) from the wall. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN AND PETS.
  2. Be sure the humidifier is in a stable position and the power cord is away from heated surfaces and out of the way to prevent the humidifier from being overturned.
  3. DO NOT leave the humidifier unattended in a closed room. Doing so may result in personal injury or property damage. If room becomes saturated, open the door and turn the humidifier off or down.
  4. Before using the humidifier, extend the cord and inspect for any signs of damage. DO NOT use the unit if the cord has been damaged. DO NOT operate with power cord coiled or with twist tie in place.
  5. The humidifier has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) as a safety feature. This plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. DO NOT attempt to defeat this safety feature.
  6. CAUTION: To avoid fire or electric shock hazard, plug the humidifier directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet. To avoid risk of fire, electric shock, or personal injury, NEVER use an extension cord or power strip.
  7. The humidifier should ALWAYS be unplugged and emptied when not in operation or while being cleaned. Turn off and unplug humidifier before moving. DO NOT move or tilt humidifier while it is in operation. Plug and unplug unit with dry hands. NEVER pull by cord.
  8. DO NOT operate the humidifier without water. Turn off and unplug unit when tank is empty.
  9. Humidifier requires regular cleaning. Refer to and follow cleaning instructions.
  10. DO NOT operate outdoors; this humidifier is intended for indoor residential use only.
  11. DO NOT place in direct sunlight, high temperature areas or near computers or sensitive electronic equipment.
  12. DO NOT cover or insert objects into any openings on the unit. DO NOT block intake or output vents.
  13. DO NOT touch the nebulizer while the unit is plugged in, as burns could result.
  14. DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this humidifier. Doing so will void your warranty.
  15. DO NOT add any essential oils or liquid inhalants (e.g. Vicks VapoSteam®) into the Base Water Reservoir or Water Tank. Doing so could damage the humidifier and void the warranty.
  16. For Residential Use Only

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR COOL MIST HUMIDIFIER

How it Works
Water is released from the Water Tank into the Reservoir. A Nebulizer vibrates at ultrasonic frequency, breaking the water into a fine mist. The mist is quietly propelled by a fan up a vertical Mist Chamber to the Mist Outlet where the cool, visible mist enters the room. This humidifier will shut off when the water level is low or when the Tank is removed from the Base.

Components

  1. Lid
  2. Built-in Tank Handle
  3. Mist Outlet
  4. Water Tank
  5. Base
  6. Tank Light
  7. Power Recess
  8. Essential Oil Tray
  9. Essential Oil Pad
  10. Air Filter Door
  11. Gasket
  12. Reservoir
  13. Nebulizer

NOTE: The lights on the control panel will illuminate when you touch the panel. After you finish interacting with the panel, the lights will automatically dim within a few seconds.

Unpack the Humidifier 

Keep this Owner’s Manual for reference 

  • Remove packaging materials. Remove twist tie from power cord and extend power cord to full length.
  • Place on a firm, level, water resistant surface a minimum of 12” (30cm) from any walls. Mist should be directed away from any walls, bedding and furniture.

Hard Water and White Dust 

  • High mineral content in your water, also known as hard water, may cause a white mineral residue to accumulate on surfaces in the room near the humidifier. This mineral residue is commonly referred to as white dust. The higher the mineral content (hardness) of your water, the greater the potential that an ultrasonic humidifier may produce white dust.
  • White dust is not a result of a defect or flaw in the humidifier. It is a result of the amount of minerals suspended in the water you are using.

FILLING/REFILLING

HUL900BC holds 1.4 gallons (5.3L) of water (tank and reservoir combined).

The Tank can be filled in two ways:
Option 1: To Fill Tank at the Humidifier

  1. Ensure Tank is securely seated on Base. Open Tank lid and fill using a water pitcher.
  2. Close the Tank lid.

Option 2: To Fill Tank at the Sink

  1. Turn the the humidifier off before removing the Water Tank. Open Tank lid to reveal the handle and carry to sink.
  2. Fill Tank with cool water.
  3. Carry Water Tank back to humidifier.
    Note: The Tank should be carried using two hands; one hand on the Handle located on top of the Tank and other hand supporting the bottom of the Tank. Kaz USA, Inc. will not accept responsibility for property damage caused by water spillage.
  4. Replace the full Tank on the Base

CAUTION: DO NOT FILL WITH WARM OR HOT WATER. DO NOT ADD ESSENTIAL OILS, MEDICATIONS, OR LIQUID INHALANTS, SUCH AS VICKS VAPOSTEAM, TO THE TANK. DOING SO COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE HUMIDIFIER AND VOID THE WARRANTY. USE CARE WHEN HANDLING WATER TANK TO AVOID UNNECESSARY IMPACT.

Banging or dropping the Water Tank could result in damage to the Tank that may cause leaking.

USING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

NOTE: Position humidifier to direct mist output away from walls, furniture and bedding.

Power: 

  1. Plug the humidifier into a polarized 120V outlet.
  2. Press the power recess to turn the humidifier on. The power icon will illuminate when the device is on. If the Power Icon turns an amber colour, this indicates that the Reservoir water level is low or the Tank is not set in place. Check the water level and fill if necessary, and ensure the Tank is properly seated.

NOTE: If you refill the Tank at the humidifier while the Power Icon is amber, power OFF the humidifier and then power it back ON to activate the water flow into the Reservoir.

CAUTION: TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT PLUG HUMIDIFIER INTO AN OUTLET WITH WET HANDS.

AUTO Mode: Your humidifier is equipped with both Auto and manual settings. When first powered ON, the humidifier will start in Auto Mode. While in Auto Mode, the humidifier will automatically set the humidity output level based on the ambient relative humidity in the room. When the humidity level is low, the humidifier will add more moisture to the air at a faster rate. The target humidity level in Auto Mode is 60%. Once the humidity reaches 60% in Auto Mode, the humidifier will stop producing mist while continuing to monitor the humidity level around the device.

Humidity Output Level: To manually select an output level, touch the Mist Control Icon. Continue to touch the icon to change the output level setting. The selection will cycle through Auto -> Low -> Medium -> High -> Auto. The setting is indicated by the lit dot above the Mist Control Icon. (See Control Panel section)

Humidity Level Setting: To set your preferred humidity level manually, select the Low, Medium or High output setting, then use the Arrows to set your desired humidity level. You can set the humidity level from 30% to 69%. For personal comfort, the recommended humidity level is between 40-60%. When the desired humidity level is reached, the Humidity Reached Icon and Numeric Display are illuminated in blue. If the humidity level in your space drops below 30%, the Display will show Lo. If the humidity level rises above 69%, the Display will show HI.

Timer: To set the timer, press the Timer Icon. Use the Arrows to increase or decrease the timer setting by 1 hour intervals, up to 12 hours. The timer is ON when the indicator above the Timer Icon is illuminated. To turn the timer OFF, touch and hold the Timer Icon for 2 seconds, or use the Down Arrow to decrease the time setting to .

NOTE: Humidifier will continue to cycle on and off to maintain the set humidity level while the Timer is set. At the end of the timed cycle, the humidifier will power off, regardless of the humidity setting. Any time the humidifier is manually turned off (with the power button or by unplugging) the timer will reset to OFF setting.

Tank Light: To turn on the tank light, touch the Tank Light Icon. Touch again to dim the light, and touch a third time to turn off the light.

CONDENSATION: If you notice condensation on the walls, windows or around the humidifier, the humidity level is too high. Open doors to the room or turn off humidifier until humidity level drops.

Mist Outlet 

This humidifier features a directional Mist Outlet. Use this feature to direct the mist where you want it most. The Outlet will rotate 90º in each direction from front to reduce white dust ingestion in the rear air input vent.

Using The Essential Oil Tray: 

This humidifier features an Essentil Oil Tray that can be used with your favourite essential oil for added enjoyment.
This is not a diffuser – the oil does not come in contact with water and is passively evaporated into the air.
Essential oils are not included.

  1. Press and release tray to open.
  2. Add a few drops of essential oil to the Pad.
    WARNING: DO NOT POUR ANY LIQUIDS INTO THE MIST OUTLET. DO NOT ADD LIQUID INHALANTS, ESSENTIAL OILS OR ANY ADDITIVES TO THE WATER TANK.
    DOING SO CAN HAVE ADVERSE EFFECTS ON THE HUMIDIFIER AND VOID THE WARRANTY.
  3. To clean the Essential Oil Tray, gently wipe residue from the Tray. Replacement essential oil pads can be ordered through Consumer Relations; see back of this manual for contact information.

Daily Maintenance 

For best results, use fresh clean water every day.

CLEANING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

To keep your humidifier running efficiently, clean it regularly. Weekly cleaning is recommended. All maintenance should be done in the kitchen or bathroom on a water-resistant surface near a faucet. DO NOT wash any components of this humidifier in the dishwasher.

To properly clean your humidifier, we recommend the separate processes of Scale Removal and Disinfecting.
These two processes must be performed separately.

Before Cleaning 

  1. Turn off and unplug humidifier. Never clean the humidifier when it is running.
  2. Remove Water Tank and empty completely any water from the Tank and Base. Remove any accessories from the Water Tank.

Scale Removal 

Follow steps 1-2 in Before Cleaning section, then follow the additional steps below.

  1. Pour 2 cups (.5 litre) of undiluted, distilled white vinegar into the Resevoir.
  2. Pour 1 cup (.25 litre) of undiluted, distilled white vinegar into the Water Tank. Gently swish vinegar around in the Tank.
  3. Place Tank on the Base. Allow the vinegar to remain in the Water Reservoir and the Water Tank for 20 minutes.
    The vinegar will loosen mineral buildup on the Nebulizer, Water Reservoir and in the underside of the Tank.
  4. While soaking, remove the Mist Outlet and wipe with cloth soaked in vinegar.
  5. After soaking, remove Water Tank and empty vinegar into sink. With a soft cloth, wipe underside of the Tank to remove mineral buildup. Rinse the Water Tank with water until the smell of vinegar is gone.
  6. Use a soft cloth to gently wipe the Nebulizer, Water Reservoir to remove mineral buildup. NOTE: Nebulizer is fragile. DO NOT apply extreme pressure.
  7. Empty vinegar from the Water Reservoir into the sink. Rinse Water Reservoir with water until the smell of vinegar is gone. When rinsing out Reservoir, avoid getting water into any other openings on the Base.

CAUTION: DO NOT SUBMERGE BASE IN WATER. DOING SO WILL DAMAGE THE HUMIDIFIER AND VOID THE WARRANTY.

Disinfecting

Before starting the disinfecting process, follow Steps 1-2 in the Before Cleaning section.

NOTE: Bleach may stain clothes. It is recommended that you wear rubber gloves during the disinfection process to protect your hands.

  1. Mix 1 tsp of bleach with 1 gallon (3.8 litre) of water. Fill the Water Reservoir with part of the solution, about 2 cups (.5 litre). Pour the rest of the solution in the Water Tank.
  2. Close Tank lid and gently swish solution around in Tank to coat the inside of the Water Tank.
  3. Place Tank on Base. Allow the bleach solution to remain in Tank and Water Reservoir for 20 minutes.
  4. Remove Water Tank and empty solution into sink. Rinse the Water Tank with water until the smell of bleach is gone.
  5. Carefully empty solution from the Base into the sink. Rinse Water Reservoir with water until the smell of bleach is gone. When rinsing out Reservoir, avoid getting water into any other openings on the Base.

CAUTION: DO NOT SUBMERGE BASE IN WATER. DOING SO WILL DAMAGE THE HUMIDIFIER AND VOID THE WARRANTY.

AIR FILTER CLEANING

It is recommended that when you disinfect your unit, you also inspect the Air Filter and clean if needed using the following instructions:

  1. Turn off and unplug the humidifier. Remove the Air Filter door by pushing the locking tab sideways towards the door and gently pulling outward.
  2. Remove black Air Filter by lifting it out from the door. Rinse Air Filter under cold water.
  3. Blot Air Filter dry with a paper towel. Ensure Air Filter is completely dry before reinstalling. If it is damp, it will affect the humidity sensor. When returning Air Filter to door, ensure filter is full seated.
  4. Reattach Air Filter door by placing the alignment-tabs first, and then snapping the locking tab in place as the door closes.

END OF SEASON CARE AND STORAGE

Follow the cleaning instructions when the humidifier will not be used for at  least one week, or at the end of the season. At the end of the season, remove any accessories from the humidifier.
Dry the humidifier completely before storing. DO NOT store with water inside the Water Tank. Pack unit in original carton and store in a cool, dry location.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Power Light remains OFF after pressing the Power button Unit not plugged in
No power at outlet		 Plug unit in
Check home circuits, fuses; test outlet
Power is ON and light is white but little or no mist is produced No water in Tank
Mineral deposits on Nebulizer
Mist level setting may be too low
Auto shut-off feature has been engaged
Unit is not level		 Fill Water Tank
Clean Nebulizer (Refer to Cleaning Your Humidifier section)
Select a higher output level setting
Reset the humidifier by turning it off or unplug the humidifier for a few seconds, then turn back on Place on a level surface

 

 

Water overflows from Water Reservoir Tank may be damaged
Tank is not sitting properly on Base		 Check the Tank for any cracks or damage, and replace if necessary
Ensure Tank is seated properly and securely on Base
Condensation forms around humidifier or on windows and walls Mist Control is set too high for room size or pre-existing humidity level
Humidifier may be too close to wall or window		 Decrease Mist Control to a lower setting, or open door to room
Move humidifier away from wall or point Mist Outlet away from wall or window
Humidity displayed is unusually high Air Filter is wet or damp Remove filter and pat dry with a towel or cloth

NOTE: Failure to keep this unit clean from mineral deposits normally contained in any water supply will affect the efficiency of operation of this unit. Customer failure to follow these instructions may void the warranty.

ACCESSORIES

Protec® Antimicrobial Cleaning Ball or Fish (Not Included)

The Protec Antimicrobial features an antimicrobial, Aquastat®, which helps keep your humidifier cleaner, longer. Simply drop in the tank for fresh, cleaner mist! Benefits of using this product includes:

  • Kills up to 99% of odour causing bacteria
  • Continues cleaning for up to 30 days
  • Contains no harmful chemicals

Protec ® PC-1C-BX, PC1FC
Accessories available at retailers and at www.HoneywellPluggedIn.ca.

CONSUMER RELATIONS

We are here to help. Call us toll-free at: 1-800-477-0457
E-mail:

Or visit our website at: www.HoneywellPluggedIn.ca

Please be sure to specify Model number HUL900BC

NOTE: IF YOU EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM, PLEASE CONTACT CONSUMER RELATIONS FIRST OR SEE YOUR WARRANTY. DO NOT RETURN THE HUMIDIFIER TO THE ORIGINAL PLACE OF PUR CHASE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE BASE OR TAMPER WITH THE POWER KNOB YOURSELF; DOING SO MAY VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT.

SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical rating: 120V, 60Hz., 25W
Capacity: 1.4 Gallons (5.3 Litres)

2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

You should first read all instructions before attempting to use this product. 

This 2 year limited warranty applies to repair or replacement of product found to be defective in material or workmanship. This warranty does not apply to damage resulting from commercial, abusive, unreasonable use or supplemental damage. Defects that are the result of normal wear and tear will not be considered manufacturing defects under this warranty. KAZ IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product from the original date of purchase.

A. At its option, Kaz will repair or replace this product if it is found to be defective in material or workmanship.
B. This warranty does not cover damage resulting from any unauthorized attempts to repair or from any use not in accordance with the instruction manual.
C. This warranty does not cover the filters, pre-filters, UV bulbs or other accessories (if included) except for material or workmanship defects.

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Manufactured by: Kaz USA, Inc., a Helen of Troy Company 400 Donald Lynch Blvd., Suite 300, Marlborough, MA 01752

Imported by: Kaz Canada, Inc., a Helen of Troy Company 6700 Century Avenue, Suite 210, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 6A4

Honeywell is a trademark of Honeywell International Inc., used under license by Helen of Troy Limited.
Certain trademarks used under license from The Procter & Gamble Company or its affiliates.
Protec ® is a registered trademark owned by Helen of Troy Limited.
Aquastat is a registered trademark of K2 Concepts Inc., Atlanta GA.
Reflection™ is a trademark of Helen of Troy Limited.

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