HoMedics UHE-CMTF91 User Manual - Page 12

TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE No power/no mist from spout • Unit is not plugged in • Unit is not turned on • No power at unit • Low water level • Transducer/ultrasonic membrane needs cleaning • Humidistat set lower than the current room humidity • Water outlet valve needs cleaning Peculiar odor • Unit is new • If unit is in use, the odor may be a dirty tank or old water in the tank and water reservoir. Excessive noise • Unit is not level • Low water level White dust accumulation • Hard water used • Demineralization cartridge needs to be replaced SOLUTION • Plug unit in • Press the power button to turn the unit on • Check circuits and fuses or try a different outlet • Refill the tank with water • Follow Cleaning the Transducer/ Ultrasonic Membrane instructions in the How to clean and care section • Reset the humidistat to a higher humidity setting, or change to continuous on • Follow steps 1-7, Cleaning the Transducer/Ultrasonic Membrane in the How to Clean and Care Section • Remove the tank cover and let the tank air out in a cool, dry place for 12 hours • Remove the tank cover and tank. Pour out any water remaining in the tank. Over a sink, twist to remove the water reservoir and pour out any remaining water. Reassemble and fill with clean, cool water. • Place unit on a flat, even surface. • Check the water level; refill the tank if the water is low • Use distilled water and a demineralization cartridge • Replace demineralization cartridge Red light illuminates on the Clean indicator/ reset button • Transducer/Ultrasonic Membrane needs cleaning • Clean reminder needs to be reset • Follow Cleaning the Transducer/ Ultrasonic Membrane instructions in the How to Clean and Care section • After filling the tank with water, press and hold the clean indicator/reset button until the red LED turns off 12