Honeywell HWM440 Series Humidifier Owners Manual

Honeywell HWM440 Series Humidifier

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 four 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. The air can become saturated and leave condensation on walls and furniture. 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, DO NOT use an extension cord or power strip.
7. he 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 and the reset light is on.
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 cover or insert objects into any openings on the unit. DO NOT block intake or output vents.
12. DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this humidifier. Doing so will void your warranty.
13. DO NOT add any essential oils or medications (e.g. Kaz Inhalant or Vicks VapoSteam®) into Water Tank/Reservoir.
14. DO NOT touch the steam vapor. Steam can cause burns.
15. DO NOT operate without the Top Cover in place on top of the Mist Chimney.
16. For Residential Use Only

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR WARM MIST HUMIDIFIER

How it Works

Water from the tank is released into the boiling chamber where it is heated to a steam vapor. The boiling action kills 99.9% of bacteria in the water.1 The steam vapor mixes with dry air in the mist chimney and warm moist air is released into the room. When the humidifier runs out of water, the reset light will illuminate and the unit will shut off. Be careful not to over-humidify; if condensation forms around the unit or on walls and surfaces, turn the humidifier off or to a lower setting.

Components

1. Essential Oil Cup
2. Mist Outlet
3. Top Cover
4. Filling Area
5. Mist Chimney
6. Water Level Float
7. Float Tab
8. Boiling Chamber
9. Water Tank/Reservoir
10. Main Housing
11. Control Panel (see Using Your Humidifier section)
12. Humidistat Sensor
13. Heating Element Cover
14. Cover Latch
15. Heating Element

Humidity Level: 

• The ideal indoor humidity level is 40-60%
• Use a Honeywell humidity monitor (HHM10 or H10C) to check your indoor humidity level (not included)

Top View

SETTING UP YOUR HUMIDIFIER

1. Remove packaging materials. Keep this Owner’s Manual for reference.
2. Remove the twist tie from the power cord and extend the power cord to full length.
3. Ensure proper assembly. Remove tape from Water Level Float (C). Make sure the Mist Chimney (A), Heating Element Cover (B) and Water Level Float (C) are securely in place. See the Reassembling instructions after Cleaning your Humidifier section for reference.
4. Place the humidifier on a firm, level, water-resistant surface a minimum of 12 inches (30 cm) from the walls. Steam should be directed away from any walls, bedding, and furniture.

WARNING: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. THIS PRODUCT PRODUCES HOT STEAM AND SHOULD BE PLACED IN AN AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN OR PETS, WITH THE POWER CORD OUT OF REACH.

FILLING / REFILLING

Pour up to 1.5 gallons of water into the Fill Area.

DO NOT add essential oil or liquid inhalant to the Water Tank.

USING THE ESSENTIAL OIL CUP

This humidifier features an Essential Oil Cup that can be used with your favorite essential oil or liquid inhalant (like Vicks Vaposteam®) for added enjoyment. This is not a diffuser – the oil does not come in contact with water but is passively evaporated into the air. Essential oil and inhalants are not included.

• Add a few drops of essential oil or liquid inhalant in the Cup.

WARNING: DO NOT pour any liquids into the Water Tank or Mist Outlet. DO NOT ADD LIQUID INHALANTS, ESSENTIAL OILS OR ANY ADDITIVES TO THE WATER. DOING SO CAN HAVE ADVERSE EFFECTS ON THE HUMIDIFIER AND VOID THE WARRANTY.

• 2. To clean the Essential Oil Cup, ensure the humidifier is off, unplugged, and cooled for at least 20 minutes then gently wipe residue from the Essential Oil Cup.

RESETTING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

When your humidifier is out of water, the Reset Lightwill illuminate. To reset

1. Turn power OFF
2. Pour up to 1.5 gallons of water into the Fill Area
3. Wait 5 minutes and turn power ON

NOTE: If Reset Lightis still on, the Heating Element may need to be cleaned. (see Cleaning Instructions section)

USING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

HWM440 Manual Control

1. Power: With power switch in off position (centered), plug the filled humidifier into a polarized 120V outlet
   CAUTION: To avoid electric shock, DO NOT plug in humidifier with wet hands.
2. Output: Press Power Switch to the left for low outputor to the right for high output. High setting will bring the water to a boil faster.
   Note: The green light will indicate the humidifier is working, but it will take up to one minute for visible steam to appear.
3. Reset: When the humidifier is out of water, the Reset Lightwill illuminate. See Resetting Your Humidifier in previous section.

HWM445 Humidistat Control

Plug the filled humidifier into a polarized 120V outlet.
CAUTION: To avoid electric shock, DO NOT plug in humidifier with wet hands.

1. Power: Press the Power iconto turn on. The unit will default to high output, high humidity setting.
   Note: It will take up to one minute for visible steam to appear.
2. Output: Press the Moisture Output iconto toggle between high and low moisture output. High setting will bring the water to a boil faster.
3. Humidistat: Press the Humidity Control icons to adjust the humidistat. It is recommended to run the humidifier on a higher setting until a comfortable humidity level is reached.
   • Adjust the Humidity Control icon down, allowing 2 seconds between settings, until the Humidity Reached light illuminatesand the humidifier turns off. This is your desired humidity level. The humidifier will turn on and off to maintain this setting.
4. Reset: When the humidifier is out of water, the Reset Lightwill illuminate. See Resetting Your Humidifier in previous section.

WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE WITH TOP COVER, MIST CHIMNEY, HEATING ELEMENT COVER OR WATER LEVEL FLOAT REMOVED.

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.
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. If the humidifier has recently been in use, wait at least 20 minutes for unit to cool before beginning cleaning process.
2. Disassemble by removing Top Cover and internal components.
   • Mist Chimney – twist left and pull straight up to remove.
   • Heating Element Cover – pull red latch toward front of unit and lift straight up to remove.
   • Water Level Float – pull red Float Tab straight up to remove.

Scale Removal

Keeping the Heating Element free of scale buildup will help the humidifier to run efficiently.

1. Pour 3 cups (0.7L) of undiluted, distilled white vinegar into the Water Tank/Reservoir. Let soak for 20 minutes to loosen scale on Heating Element.
2. Wet the bristles of a soft brush with vinegar and gently scrub the surface of the Heating Element to remove mineral deposits.
   DO NOT USE HARD BRUSHES, STEEL WOOL OR OTHER HARD ABRASIVES ON THE HEATING ELEMENT. DOING SO WILL DAMAGE THE PROTECTIVE COATING AND CAUSE THE HEATING ELEMENT TO FAIL.
3. Empty vinegar by pouring from the side of the humidifier into the sink.
4. Pour 3 cups (0.7L) of water into the Water Tank/Reservoir, lightly swish water and pour out. Repeat until the smell of vinegar is gone. To remove scale from other components, soak separately in vinegar or wash in top rack of dishwasher.

Disinfecting

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

NOTE: Bleach may stain clothes. Rubber gloves are recommended to protect your hands.

1. Add 1/2 teaspoon of bleach to 1/2 gallon (1.9L) of water.
   NOTE: Using more than 1/2 teaspoon of bleach to 1/2 gallon of water may result in damage to the humidifier.
2. Pour the bleach solution into the Water Tank/Reservoir. Let soak for 20 minutes.
3. Empty bleach solution by pouring from the side of the humidifier into the sink.
4. Pour 3 cups (0.7L) of water into the Water Tank, lightly swish water and pour out. Repeat until the smell of bleach is gone.
5. To disinfect other components, soak separately in bleach solution or wash in top rack of dishwasher.

Dishwasher Cleaning

The following parts are TOP RACK dishwasher safe for residential dishwashers operating at temperatures below 70°C/158°F: Top Cover, Mist Chimney, Heating Element Cover

Run the dishwasher on the light duty or normal cycle. DO NOT wash with soiled articles/dishes. DO NOT use detergents. DO NOT place parts on lower rack of dishwasher. Doing so could damage the humidifier parts and dishwasher. The Main Housing is NOT dishwasher safe. Placing this part in the dishwasher may damage your humidifier and void the warranty.

Reassembling

1. Replace Water Level Float by positioning the red tab in channel guides and push to secure.
2. Attach Mist Chimney to Heating Element Cover; twist to right until the chimney clicks into place.
3. Position Heating Element Cover/Chimney over Heating Element and snap in place.
4. Replace Top Cover. Be sure Cover is snapped firmly in place in all four corners.

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

If your humidifier is not working properly, refer to the following:

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.

CONSUMER RELATIONS

We are here to help. Call us toll-free at: 1-800-477-0457
E-mail: ConsumerRelations@HelenofTroy.com
Or visit our website at: www.HoneywellPluggedIn.com
Please be sure to specify Model number HWM440 or HWM445.

NOTE: IF YOU EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM, PLEASE CONTACT CONSUMER RELATIONS FIRST OR SEE YOUR WARRANTY. DO NOT RETURN TO THE ORIGINAL PLACE OF PURCHASE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE ELECTRICAL HOUSING YOURSELF, DOING SO MAY VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE HUMIDIFIER OR PERSONAL INJURY.

SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical rating: 120V, 60Hz., 400W
Capacity: 1.5 gallons (5.7 L)

3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

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

• This 3 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.
• At its option, Kaz will repair or replace this product if it is found to be defective in material or workmanship.
• This warranty does not cover damage resulting from any unauthorized attempts to repair or from any use not in accordance with the instruction manual.
• 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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