User manual SLANT FIN GF-210

[. . . ] DO NOT clean the product or service the UV germicidal bulb without disconnecting the power cord. Before connecting to electric power outlet, check your electrical power supply. The circuit must be of adequate size and must be protected by fuse or circuit breaker. 2 16. As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized electrical receptacle (outlet) only one way. [. . . ] Before starting humidifier, place mineral absorption pad in the hot water reservoir. After the humidifier has been operating, the water will become HOT, and CAUTION should be exercised when handling mineral absorption pad. It is best to allow humidifier water to cool down, and to use tongs or long tweezers when handling pad. The useful life of the mineral absorption pad will vary, depending on the mineral content of the water used. In areas of moderate mineral content water supply, the mineral absorption pad should be changed after approximately (3) weeks of continuous use. If the water is "Hard Water", the pad should be changed more frequently. The best way to tell when the pad should be changed is to examine it AFTER the water has cooled down, to see if it is still soft and pliable. When the pad is near the end of its life, it becomes stiff and hard and should be replaced with a new pad. Another sign to change pad is when scale begins to buildup on interior of hot water reservoir. WATER FALL INTO CONTROLS OR VENT OPENINGS. Turn the base upside down and remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise. Clean out any foreign matter that has accumulated inside the fitting from which the cap was removed. Pour a small amount of water into the hot water reservoir and check for leaks from this cap under the base. Pour about 1 cup of white vinegar into either reservoir and allow it to soak for only 20 to 30 minutes. Hold the base of the humidifier over the sink and tilt it on its side to empty the vinegar. Fill the cold and hot water reservoirs with clean, warm water to remove all traces of the vinegar. Remove any buildup of minerals in the hot water reservoir and from the two metal water level probes (they appear like two metal wires) using a small brush, such as a toothbrush. The harder your water, the more often this maintenance will be needed. DO NOT ALLOW WATER TO ENTER THE BOTTOM OF THE HUMIDIFIER BASE OR ANY OTHER OPENINGS, OR IMMERSE THE CORD AND PLUG. Disinfect the water tank using a solution of one teaspoon of household chlorine bleach in 1 gallon of water. Let the solution sit for 20 minutes, swishing every few minutes to wet all surfaces. Empty the tank completely; rinse thoroughly until all of the bleach smell is gone. Fill the tank with fresh, cool water and replace it onto the humidifier base. [. . . ] UV bulb replacement is a normal maintenance procedure and is therefore not covered under this warranty unless the bulb is found to be defective. For repairs, return humidifier to address shown below with dated sales receipt. Return to: Consumer Service Dept. , Slant/Fin Corporation, 40 Garvies Point Road, Glen Cove, NY 11542. In Canada: Slant/Fin LTD/LTEE, 6450 Northam Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4V 1H9. [. . . ]