Honeywell GF-200 Portable Electric Warm Mist Humidifier Owner’s Manual

: July 10, 2024
: Honeywell

Table of Contents

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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WEEKLY CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ADVISORY
LIMITED WARRANTY
References
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**Honeywell GF-200 Portable Electric Warm Mist Humidifier Owner’s Manual

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Portable Electric Warm Mist Humidifier (with fan)
Germ-Free™ Model GF-200, GF-200B, GF-210 and GF-210W

Instructions for Operation, Care and Cleaning
Limited Warranty

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READ ALL OF THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR HUMIDIFIER. FOLLOWING THESE SIMPLE GUIDELINES FOR USE AND CARE WILL HELP ENSURE YEARS OF DEPENDABLE AND EFFICIENT SERVICE.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION: BECAUSE HIGH TEMPERATURE IS GENERATED IN THIS HUMIDIFIER, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED ESPECIALLY WHEN CHILDREN ARE PRESENT

WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, THESE BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED:

DO NOT operate the humidifier without the water tank.
ALWAYS use clean, cool tap water to fill the water tank.
To avoid risk of fire or shock, DO NOT use an extension cord.
DO NOT handle the unit with wet hands.
NEVER tilt, move, or attempt to empty the unit while it is operating or plugged in. Shut off, unplug and remove water tank before moving unit.
DO NOT place the unit close to heated areas, such as near stoves, heaters or in direct sunlight.
DO NOT operate OUTDOORS. This humidifier is intended for indoor use only.
DO NOT let water get into the air inlets on the bottom of the enclosure or on the cord or plug.
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids near the humidifier.
ALWAYS make sure the water tank cap and gasket are firmly in place.
DO NOT touch hot surfaces.
ALWAYS turn the humidifier off when the water tank is empty or when the unit is not in use. If you turn your unit off for extended periods, ALWAYS disconnect the power cord and empty the water tank and base.
ALWAYS place the unit on a firm flat, level, water resistant surface and arrange the power cord so that the product is unlikely to be upset.
DO NOT clean the product or service the UV germicidal bulb without disconnecting the power cord.
Before connecting to electric power outlet, check your electrical power supply. It must be 120 volts A.C. (alternating current). The outlet may be 15 amp or 20 amp. The circuit must be of adequate size and must be protected by fuse or circuit breaker.
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WEEKLY CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ADVISORY

At least weekly cleaning is recommended, when the unit has been in use. Regular cleaning prevents mineral scale buildup in the hot water reservoir. It also helps prevent buildup of bacteria, molds or other micro-organisms in the tank or system. This ensures that your humidifier will operate at maximum efficiency. (See page 6 for full cleaning instructions.)

HOW YOUR SLANT/FIN WARM MIST HUMIDIFIER WORKS

This model humidifier uses a two-step approach to eliminate potentially harmful microorganisms from the water before they are spread with the mist into the air. The first step uses a UV germicidal bulb, located inside the base of the humidifier, that shines on the water through a special glass tube as it passes from the cold water reservoir to the hot water reservoir. The second step is the boiling action that takes place in the hot water reservoir just before the mist is distributed by fan to the air in the room. These two methods limit the likelihood of harmful microorganisms getting into the atmosphere and being breathed by you, your family and pets.

CONTROL PANEL ON-OFF SWITCH

When the switch is turned to the “ON” setting and the unit is plugged in, the power is on.

WARNING:
DO NOT use any liquid medication other than those specifically recommended for use with a steam vaporizer or warm mist humidifier.
DO NOT pour medication directly into the mist outlet grille openings nor add it to the water in the tank or tray.

MINERAL ABSORPTION PAD INSTRUCTIONS
Warm mist humidifiers do not spread fine mineral dust into the air that you breathe nor on your furniture, the way that other type humidifiers do. The mineral dust remains trapped in the humidifier hot water reservoir. Use of Mineral Absorption Pads will play a major role in capturing and removing minerals from hot water reservoir, and preventing a stubborn mineral buildup.

Before starting humidifier, place mineral absorption pad in the hot water reservoir. After the humidifier has been operating, the water will become HOT, and CAUTION should be exercised when handling mineral absorption pad. It is best to allow humidifier water to cool down, and to use tongs or long tweezers when handling pad.
The useful life of the mineral absorption pad will vary, depending on the mineral content of the water used. In areas of moderate mineral content water supply, the mineral absorption pad should be changed after approximately (3) weeks of continuous use. If the water is “Hard Water”, the pad should be changed more frequently. The best way to tell when the pad should be changed is to examine it AFTER the water has cooled down, to see if it is still soft and pliable. When the pad is near the end of its life, it becomes stiff and hard and should be replaced with a new pad. Another sign to change pad is when scale begins to buildup on interior of hot water reservoir.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Water contains minerals and other particles. During operation most of these minerals will remain in the water reservoir. Gradual buildup of deposits will coat the hot water reservoir and reduce its efficiency. The importance of routine cleaning and care cannot be over emphasized. Hard water contains more minerals and other particles.

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Failure to perform the necessary cleaning steps will damage unit.
Before cleaning, set CONTROLS to “OFF” position and unplug unit.

Remove water tank from humidifier base, and drain water from tank.
Allow at least 15 minutes after shutting unit “OFF” before moving base, or removing mineral absorption pad. Remove mineral absorption pad from hot water reservoir using tweezers or tongs to prevent burns from hot water.
When the cleaning procedure is completed, replace mineral absorption pad.
To drain water from humidifier base, grasp with both hands and tilt to the side, draining water into the sink. BE CAREFUL NOT TO HAVE DRAINING

CHANGING THE UV GERMICIDAL BULB

If the “REPLACE UV BULB” indicator illuminates during normal use, it is time to change the UV germicidal bulb, which is a special 3.5W bulb.
Turn the ON-OFF switch to the “OFF” position, unplug it and allow it to cool.
Remove the water tank from the base of the humidifier.
Place the base of the humidifier over the sink and tilt the unit to remove any remaining water.
Carefully turn the base of the humidifier over and place it upside down on a flat level surface. You will see a door that is closed with a screw.
Using a Phillips head screwdriver, carefully turn the screw counterclockwise until the screw separates from the door.
Open the door. The UV germicidal light bulb will be visible.
Take a replacement 3.5W UV germicidal bulb that you purchased from Slant/Fin Corporation or another supplier and change the bulb. To prolong the life of the bulb, limit your direct contact with the glass of the bulb by using a cloth or tissue to screw it into place.
When the new bulb is in place, close the door and replace the screw by using your Phillips head screwdriver and rotating it clockwise until it is just tight. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
Turn the unit upright, place the water tank on top of the base of the humidifier, plug the unit in, and turn the ON-OFF switch to the “ON” position. The “REPLACE UV BULB” indicator should no longer be lit.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Even though you will not receive maximum germicidal effects, you can still use your GF-200 and GF-210 humidifier until the replacement bulb arrives.

LIMITED WARRANTY

IMPORTANT NOTICE
PLEASE CLEAN THIS GERM-FREE HUMIDIFIER AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK BY FOLLOWING THE CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL. FAILURE TO REGULARLY CLEAN THIS GERM-FREE HUMIDIFIER WILL RESULT IN A BUILDUP OF MINERAL DEPOSITS WHICH WILL CAUSE THE UNIT TO CEASE TO OPERATE. IF THE UNIT FAILS TO FUNCTION BECAUSE IT HAS NOT BEEN CLEANED, THIS WILL VOID THE WARRANTY.

To the original purchaser or gift recipient of this humidifier.

If your Slant/Fin humidifier fails in normal use because of a manufacturing defect within 90 days from the date of original purchase, Slant/Fin will repair the humidifier at no charge for parts, labor or shipment back to you (see instructions for returning unit below).
After the first 90 days, if a component part fails because of a manufacturing defect, Slant/Fin will repair or replace that component part up to 3 years from purchase date. There will be no charge for the component part or shipment back to you, but Slant/Fin reserves the right to charge for installation labor.
This warranty does not cover any product which in Slant/Fin’s judgment has been (1) damaged as a result of accident, misuse or abuse (2) used for a purpose for which it was not designed, or (3) repaired or altered in any way that adversely affected its performance or reliability. This warranty does not cover scratches and wear of surfaces.
UV bulb replacement is a normal maintenance procedure and is therefore not covered under this warranty unless the bulb is found to be defective.
For repairs, return humidifier to address shown below with dated sales receipt. The cost of shipment to Slant/Fin must be paid by the consumer.
Return to : Consumer Service Dept., Slant/Fin Corporation, 40 Garvies Point Road, Glen Cove, NY 11542. In Canada: Slant/Fin LTD/LTEE, 6450 Northam Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4V 1H9.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Slant/Fin makes no express warranties other than the warranties contained herein. Slant/Fin’s sole obligation in the event of a breach of any implied warranty (including, but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose) is limited to repair or replacement, and all such warranties are limited in duration to the time periods after the date of original purchase as stated above. The warranty does not cover claims for incidental or consequential damages resulting from a breach of any express or implied warranty or any other reason including damages due to accident, abuse, lack of responsible care, the affixing of any unauthorized attachment, loss of parts, or use at a voltage other than specified.

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