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About this document
These instructions for use is a component
of the product and describe its safe use.
The instructions for use apply exclusively to the
product described within.
Read through the instructions thoroughly prior to
putting the unit into operation.
Save the instructions for use throughout the
lifespan of the product.
Pass the instructions for use on to each succes-
sive owner or operator of the product and include
any supplements received from the manufac-
turer.
The manufacturer disclaims all liability for dam-
age resulting from the non-compliance with
these instructions for use.
Intended use
The unit is only intended to humidify the air in living
areas up to 120 m
3
. In larger rooms, optimum air
moisture (50 % relative air moisture) may not be
able to be reached. The unit may not be used for
other purposes. No foreign objects may be put into
the unit. The unit may only be used for the purposes
described in these instructions for use.
Warranty
Warranty stipulations are determined by our nation-
al representation. Contact the dealer the unit was
purchased from if there is a problem with the unit. It
is absolutely necessary to present proof of purchase
for warranty validation.
CE conformity and applicable guidelines
The unit is CE compliant and adheres to the follow-
ing guidelines:
2006/95/EG for electric safety
2004/108/EG for electromagnetic compatibility
2002/95/EG for the restriction of the use of cer-
tain hazardous substances in electrical and elec-
tronic equipment
2002/96/EG concerning waste electrical and
electronic equipment
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Warnings and symbols in this document
In this document, warnings are used to prevent inju-
ries and material damage. They are set up follows:
WARNING LEVEL
Cause and result of the danger
Precautions to prevent danger
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There are the following warning levels:
Warning level
Description
WARNING
Possible danger.
Non-observance could
result in death or seri-
ous injury.
CAUTION
Dangerous situation.
Non-observance could
result in slight injury.
CAUTION
Critical situation.
Non-observance could
result in material
damage.
In this document, the following symbols are used to
facilitate fast access to information:
Symbol
Description
ᅛ
Condition which must be met before
beginning an action.
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Action with one or more step(s)
whose order is not relevant.
1.
2.
Action with several steps whose order
is relevant.
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Listing of first level
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Listing of second level
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Result of one or more actions
(see...)
Reference to a chapter or a drawing
Important information
Reference to an item number in a
drawing e.g. item number 1 in draw-
ing A
Safety instructions
Read these instructions for use thoroughly prior
to using the unit and store them in a safe place.
Those unfamiliar with the instructions for use as
well as children and people under the influence
of medicine, alcohol or drugs may not operate
the unit.
The unit may only be operated for its intended
use and within the specified technical data. Unin-
tended use can be a danger to health or life.
Children cannot recognize the danger in
handling electric appliances. Therefore always
supervise children who are near the unit.
Do not use the unit in rooms in which there are
flammable goods, gases or vapors.
Do not alter the unit or put foreign objects into
the unit.
When using electricity, electrical shock poses a
danger to life. Observe the following precautions:
Do not place the unit in the rain.
Do not use the unit in rooms with relative air
moisture of more than 70 %.
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A 1
Safety instructions
A 1
A 1
Unplug the power plug when not in use.
Never pull the power plug out of the elec-
trical socket by the cord.
Never pull the power plug out of or plug it
into the electrical socket with wet hands.
Only plug the unit into an AC supply.
Operate the unit only at the voltage ac-
cording to the rating plate on the unit.
Do
not
operate the unit:
if cord or plug are damaged.
following a malfunction.
if it has fallen down or has been other-
wise damaged.
Repairs to electric appliances can only
be carried out by specialists. A faulty power cord
may only be repaired/replaced by a specialist.
Unplug the power plug from the electrical socket
in the following cases:
each time before emptying the unit,
before each cleaning,
before each replacement of the evaporator wick
or the Ionic Silver Stick
®
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before installing/uninstalling individual compo-
nents,
before taking off the upper part,
before each move of the unit.
Never submerge the lower part with the
electrical part and fan in water or other liquids or
rinse it off with water or other liquids.
Observe the following precautions to prevent in-
jury:
Place the unit in such a way that you do
not trip over the cord.
Place the unit in such a way that it cannot be
knocked over.
Do not get the cord stuck in the door or
clamp it with other objects.
Do not cover the cord.
Observe the following precautions to prevent mate-
rial damage:
Do not sit on the unit or place any objects
on it.
Only place the unit on a flat, dry surface.
The unit's air inlet and air outlet must be kept
clear.
Only use clean containers for filling the unit.
Ensure that the watering can has not been filled
with fertilizer or similar substances.
Do not fill additives into the unit or the water
base.
Do
not
use water additives (e.g. essential oils,
fragrances, water conditioners). The material is
not suitable for the use as additives.
Operate the unit only when fully assembled and
completely operational.
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A 3
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A 4
A 4
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B 14
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A 5
A 6
A 6
A 7
A 7
A 8
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Page Chapter
Instructions for use
English
About this document
Safety instructions
Technical data
Description of the unit
4 Functional principle
Unpacking the unit
Putting the unit into operation
Switching the unit on and off
Cleaning and servicing the unit
Transporting the unit
Storing the unit
Disposing of the unit
Spare parts and accessories
Frequently asked questions
General
information
about
air
humidification
Troubleshooting
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