Sunbeam SCM1866-UM Instruction Manual - Page 8

TROUbLESHOOTING FREqUENTLY ASkED qUESTIONS TROUbLESHOOTING Trouble Probable Cause Solution • Unit does not turn on. ☛ Not plugged in. ☛ Outlet not functioning. ✔ Plug in unit. ✔ Have outlet replaced by a licensed electrician. • Mist output minimal ☛ Filter has not absorbed water. ✔ Wait 30 minutes for filter to absorb water. to none. ☛ Cool Mist is invisible. ✔ Operate in High (3) setting. • Filter turns brown. ☛ The filter has absorbed minerals. ✔ Replace your filter (SWF65) by calling 1-888-264-9669, or visiting www.sunbeam.ca. • FilterCheckTM is not working. ☛ Takes 60 minutes to register. ✔ Allow the humidifier to run continuously for 60 minutes for the FilterCheckTM Indicator to reflect the filter condition. • Humidifier continuously ☛ Humidity at the humidifier is ✔ Continue to operate humidifier to raise the displays 21%. at or below 21%. room humidity. • Humidifier continuously ☛ Humidity at the humidifier is ✔ Stop operating the humidifier if the humidity displays 90%. at or above 90%. level is too high. FREqUENTLY ASkED qUESTIONS question Answer • What are the variables that affect run time? The estimated run time for this humidifier is based on average room conditions. The actual run time of your humidifier is dependent on numerous variables such as: ✔ Air exchange in the room where the humidifier is placed. ✔ Room construction where the humidifier is placed. ✔ Temperature of the room where the humidifier is placed. ✔ Humidity levels in the room where the humidifier is placed. ✔ Movement of occupants and the opening and closing of doors in the room where the humidifier is placed. ✔ Home furnishings in the room where the humidifier is placed. • How do I remove film on water ✔ See Daily Maintenance instructions. Regular cleaning is recommended. tank? • How can I extend the run time? ✔ Run your unit on the lowest setting. ✔ If your unit has electronics, set it to your desired humidity level. The unit will turn on and off, which will extend the run time. ✔ Fill the tank all the way full, place it on the base, let the water empty into the base until it stops bubbling, then refill the tank full again. This ensures maximum water capacity and will extend run time.