AIRCARE H12 Series Evaporative Humidifier Instruction Manual

: June 5, 2024
: AIRCARE

Table of Contents

AIRCARE H12 Series Evaporative Humidifier
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS- READ BEFORE USING YOUR HUMIDIFIER
LET’S GET YOU UP AND RUNNING
ABOUT THE CODES
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR ALLIANCE
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
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1B72344-R
1B71675
4V5098201BLKP
1B72647

AIRCARE H12 Series Evaporative Humidifier

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS- READ BEFORE USING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, always unplug the unit before moving, filling, servicing, or cleaning. Do not pour or spill water onto the controls or motor area. If these get wet, let them dry completely and have unit checked by authorized service personnel before plugging in. Do not use the humidifier if any parts are damaged or missing. Contact us for replacement pats at 800.547.3888.

To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazards, this humidifier has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). Plug humidifier directly into a 120V, A.C. electrical outlet. Do not use extension cords. If the plug does not fully fit into the outlet, reverse the plug. If t still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plugin any way.
Keep the electric cord out of traffic areas. To reduce the risk of fire hazards, never put the electric cord under rugs, near heat registers, radiators, stoves or heaters.
Always unplug the unit before moving, cleaning or removing the fan assembly section from the humidifier, or whenever it is not in service
Keep the humidifier clean. To reduce the risk of injury, fire or damage to humidifiers, use only cleaners specifically recommended for humidifiers. Never use flammable, combustible or poisonous materials to clean your humidifier
Do not put foreign objects inside the humidifier.
Do not allow unit to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
To reduce the risk of electrical hazard or damage to a humidifier, do not tilt, jolt or tip the humidifier while unit is running.
To reduce the risk of accidental electrical shock, do not touch the cord or controls with wet hands.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not use near an open flame such as a candle or other flame source.

HUMIDIFIER TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY POLICY SALES RECEIPT REQUIRED AS PROOF OF PURCHASE FOR ALL WARRANTY CLAIMS
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser of this humidifier when the unit is installed and used under normal conditions against defects in workmanship and materials as follows:
Two (2) years from date of sale on the unit, and Thirty (30) days on wicks and filters, which are considered disposable components and should be replaced periodically The manufacturer will replace the defective part/product, at its iscretion, with return freight paid by the manufacturer. It is agreed that such replacement is the exclusive remedy available from the manufacturer and that TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE OR LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. Warranty Exclusions: We are not responsible for the replacement of wicks and filters. We are not responsible for any incidental or consequential damage from any malfunction, accident, misuse, alterations, unauthorized repairs, or abuse, including failure to perform reasonable maintenance, normal wear and tear, nor where the connected voltage is more than 5% above the nameplate oltage. We are not responsible for any damage from the use of water softeners or treatments, chemicals or descaling materials. We are not responsible for the cost of service calls to diagnose the cause of trouble, or labor charge to repair nor replace parts. No employee, agent, dealer or other person is authorized to give any warranties or conditions on behalf of the manufacturer. The customer shall be responsible for labor costs incurred. Some states do not allow the xclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. Obtaining Warranty Service: Within the limitations of this warranty, purchasers with inoperative units should contact customer service at 800.547.3888 for instructions on how to obtain service within the warranty as listed above. This warranty gives the customer specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from province to province, or state to state. Register your product at ww.alrcareproducts.com

LET’S GET YOU UP AND RUNNING

Remove the Alliance from its packaging. You should have:
Cabinet
H12400HB #4V5094020DKB |
H12300HB #4V5094020LBR | H12600 #1B72939
Fan assembly

1B72344-R
Bottle cover (attached to the fan assembly) #4V5096101BLK
1045 Super Wick®
ALL 1045 WICKS
Float

1B71675
Float rod

4V5098201BLKP
Float retainer (attached to your wick)

1B72647
Water bottle #1B5060120
Bottle cap #1B5060000
Four casters #1B5460070
Fill hose #1B5060140
Owner’s manual #1B73366
Liftoff the fan assembly and remove everything from the cabinet. Do not discard the cardboard box under the assembly. This box contains your float, float rod, bottle cover, and accessories bag.
Turn the cabinet over and insert the casters snugly into the bottom. Just use your hands! Using tools can crack the cabinet.
Turn the cabinet upright and place the wide end of the float in the circular area in the bottom of the cabinet.
There is a retainer ring on top of your wick. Pull this to fully extend it.
Locate the vent on the back of your Alliance. It has a narrow lip along the top. The top of your wick has raised lettering that says BACK. With the back of your wick facing the vent, slide the wick down onto the vent lip until it catches, slipping the float rod into the retainer ring as you go.
The AIRCARE 1051 air filter can be used with your Alliance for added air filtration. While your 1045 Super Wick® is required for operation, the 1051 filter is optional. If you are using the 1051 filter, install it now. Install your 1051 air filter by clipping the filter’s hooks into the slots on the back of your Alliance.
Put your Alliance in the most centrally-located room of your home. It should be on a level surface against an interior wall. Make sure it’s at least two inches from the wall so the humidistat (on the cord) can accurately read your humidity.
More about positioning:
- To maximize humidity circulation, put your unit near a cold air return.
- If you prefer to put your unit in the room where humidity is most needed, you can! But the humidity won’t circulate as well with this method.
- Don’t put your humidiﬁer under a window, as condensation may occur.
- Put the unit on the bottom ﬂoor of a multi-story home.
Put the fan assembly on the cabinet. Make sure the float makes a solid connection with the fan switch inside the fan assembly. The fan switch looks like a small, silver diving board.
Fill your water bottle, then tighten the cap with your hands, making sure the cap is correctly threaded. Do not overfill the bottle.
Note the raised lettering on your bottle that says FRONT and REAR. Put the water bottle in the base with this lettering facing the fan, the front of the bottle facing the front of the Alliance, and the cap facing down.
Let the bottle drain completely into the cabinet, then remove the bottle and refill it. Put the bottle back into the cabinet. Filled twice like this, your Alliance holds 5.4 gallons of water.
About water additives:
- Do not use essential oils in your Alliance.
- Do not use water softeners.
- We recommend our Essick Air Bacteriostat to help inhibit mold growth.
Put the bottle cover on the fan assembly. Wait 20 minutes for the wick to become fully saturated, then proceed to step 14.
Plug in your unit and press the power knob power-off. Set your desired fan speed by turning the power knob. Your Alliance has four fan speeds that are displayed by F1 (the lowest speed) through F4 (the highest speed).
Note: On higher speeds, the Alliance puts out a tremendous amount of humidity, so it’s louder on these levels. Most of our customers liken it to the sound of a box fan. Rest assured there is nothing wrong with your unit, it’s just working very hard to put out much-needed humidity.
Turn the humidity control knob to set your humidity level from 25% to 65%. The humidistat on your cord will read your home’s humidity and turn your fan off when the set level is reached. When set to 65%, your unit will run continuously.

ABOUT THE CODES

F – The F code means your unit is empty and needs to be FILLED with water.
CL – Your CONTROLS ARE LOCKED on the current setting. Activate the control lock by holding the power button for ﬁve seconds, until CL appears. Your Alliance will lock on the current fan and humidity settings. Release the lock by pressing the power button again for ﬁve seconds until the display ﬂashes CL three times, letting you know the lock is off.
CF – The CF code triggers after 720 hours of use and means it’s time to CHECK YOUR FILTER (wick). Unplug your unit and check your wick. If your wick is still in good shape, simply clear the code by plugging your humidiﬁer back in. If your wick needs replacing, install a new 1045 Super Wick®.

HOW TO CLEAN YOUR ALLIANCE

Regular cleaning is important for preventing mold, mildew, and other bacterial growth in your humidifier. It also keeps your Alliance working its best.

Let the unit run until it’s empty, then turn it off and unplug it.
Remove everything from the cabinet. Throw your wick away if it is time to replace it. Otherwise, put it in a sink while you ﬁnish cleaning your Alliance.
Pour out any remaining water from the cabinet and water bottle.
Fill the cabinet half-full with water and add 1 cup of white vinegar. Let sit for 20 minutes.To disinfect, replace the vinegar with 1 teaspoon of bleach. Do not mix vinegar and bleach.
Fill the water bottle half-full with water and add 1 cup of white vinegar. Put the cap back on, shake the bottle gently, then let sit for 20 minutes. To disinfect, replace the vinegar with 1 teaspoon of bleach in each bottle.
After 20 minutes, empty the cabinet and bottle.
Dampen a sponge with white vinegar and wipe down the cabinet, bottle, and ﬂoat rod (rinse the Styrofoam ﬂoat with water only). Rinse everything thoroughly. To disinfect, replace the vinegar with bleach. Wipe down the bottle, float rod, and cabinet interior only.
Wipe everything dry and replace the wick, if needed. Then reassemble.

When storing your Alliance, discard the used wick and disinfect the unit using the directions above. Dry the unit thoroughly, and store in a temperature-regulated area. Do not install a new wick until you are ready to use your humidiﬁer again.

If you are missing any parts, or need replacement parts, call us at 800.547.3888 or visit our website aircareproducts.com.
HEART, We hope you love your Alliance.

Prefer to see a video? Watch the Alliance set-up at aircareproducts.com/support.