BIONAIRE BCM6100 - Manual (Page 2)

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15. Humidifier should be unplugged when not in use.
16. NEVER tilt, move, or attempt to empty unit while it is operating.
Shut off and unplug before removing the water reservoir and moving
the unit.
17. This humidifier requires daily and weekly maintenance. Refer to daily
and weekly cleaning procedures.
18. NEVER use detergents, gasoline, glass cleaner, furniture polish,
paint thinner, or other household solvents to clean any part of the
humidifier.
19. Excessive humidity in a room can cause water condensation on
windows and some furniture. If this happens, turn the humidifier
OFF.
20. Do not use humidifier in an area where humidity level is in excess of
50%. Use a hygrometer, available at your local hardware store or
through Bionaire, to measure the humidity.
21. DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical
functions on this unit. Doing so will void your warranty. The inside of
the unit contains no user serviceable parts. All servicing should be
performed by qualified personnel only.
22. Never place humidifier housing under water flow or immerse in liquids.
23. Do not plug in the cord with wet hands: electric shock could result.
24. Do not block air inlet or outlet grills.
25. Do not fill through openings other than water reservoir.
PLEASE SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
CONSUMER SAFETY INFORMATION
THIS PRODUCT IS EQUIPPED WITH A POLARIZED AC (a plug having
one blade wider than the other). This
plug will fit into the power outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fit fully into
the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does
not fit, contact qualified personnel to
install the proper outlet.
DO NOT DEFEAT THE SAFETY PURPOSE OF THIS
POLARIZED PLUG IN ANY WAY.
The length of cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the
hazards of becoming tangled in, or tripping over a longer cord. If a
longer cord is necessary an approved extension cord may be used. The
electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than
the rating of the humidifier. Care must be taken to arrange the extension
cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it
can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.
HUMIDIFIER SAFETY
PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock,
and injury to persons, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance directly
into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
3. Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To avoid fire hazard,
NEVER put the cord under rugs, near heat registers, radiator,
stoves, or heaters.
4. DO NOT place humidifier near heat sources such as stoves,
radiators, and heaters. Do locate your humidifier on an inside wall
near an electrical outlet. The humidifier should be at least 4" away
from the wall for best results.
5. NEVER place humidifier in an area where it is accessible to children.
6. NEVER use humidifier in a closed room, particularly where a child
may be sleeping, resting, or playing (a closed room may result in
excessive humidity.
7. WARNING: Do not attempt to refill humidifier without first
unplugging the unit from its electrical outlet. Failure to heed this
warning may cause personal injury.
8. NEVER place anything over moisture outlet when unit is running.
9. NEVER drop or insert any object into any openings.
10. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug,
if the appliance malfunctions, or if it has been dropped or damaged
in any manner. Return appliance to manufacturer for examination,
electrical or mechanical adjustment, or repair.
11. Use appliance only for intended household use as described in this
manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may
cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. The use of attach
ments not recommended or sold by Bionaire ® may cause hazards.
12. DO NOT use outdoors.
13. Always place humidifier on a firm, flat, level surface. (4” from wall).
A waterproof mat or pad is recommended for under the humidifier.
NEVER place it on a rug or carpet, or on a finished floor that may
be damaged by exposure to water or moisture.
14. DO NOT allow the moisture outlet to directly face the wall.
Moisture could cause damage, particularly to wallpaper.
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