SC-AH986E100 - Humidifier Scarlett - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Ultrasonic Humidifier
Model	SC-AH986E100
Brand	Scarlett
Water Tank Capacity	4.5 L
Dimensions (W x D x H)	25 x 25 x 30 cm
Weight	1.5 kg
Power Supply	AC 220-240 V, 50 Hz
Power Consumption	25 W
Humidification Capacity	Up to 300 ml/h
Coverage Area	Up to 30 m²
Functions	Ultrasonic humidification, adjustable mist output, auto shut-off, timer (1-12 hours)
Noise Level	< 35 dB
Water Level Indicator	Transparent tank with level marks
Filter Type	Demineralization cartridge (optional)
Maintenance	Regular cleaning of tank and transducer, descaling with vinegar
Safety Features	Auto shut-off when water runs out, overheat protection
Accessories Included	Demineralization cartridge, cleaning brush, user manual
Color/Finish	White/Black
Repairability	Spare parts available from Scarlett service centers; user-replaceable filter and cartridge

Frequently Asked Questions - SC-AH986E100 Scarlett

How do I set the timer on my Scarlett SC-AH986E100 humidifier?

Press the timer button repeatedly to cycle through 1, 2, 4, 8, or 12 hours. The timer indicator will blink. The humidifier will automatically shut off after the set time.

What should I do if the humidifier produces no mist?

Ensure the water tank is filled and properly seated. Check if the transducer is clean; if coated with mineral deposits, clean it with a soft brush and a vinegar solution. Make sure the mist output level is set above minimum.

Can I use tap water in the humidifier?

Yes, but using distilled or demineralized water reduces mineral buildup. If using tap water, regular cleaning is recommended to prevent white dust.

How often should I clean the humidifier?

Every 3 days for the tank and water compartment. Descale the transducer weekly using a mixture of white vinegar and water (1:3 ratio). Rinse thoroughly.

Does the humidifier have an auto shut-off feature?

Yes, the SC-AH986E100 automatically turns off when the water tank is empty, protecting the device from damage.

What is the best placement for the humidifier?

Place it on a flat, stable surface at least 1 meter away from walls, furniture, and electronic devices. Avoid direct sunlight and heat sources.

How do I replace the demineralization cartridge?

Open the cartridge compartment (usually under the tank), remove the old cartridge, insert a new one, and close the compartment. Cartridges typically last 2-3 months depending on water hardness.

Why does my humidifier make a gurgling noise?

Gurgling is normal when water is being drawn from the tank. If excessive, check that the tank is properly seated and not overfilled. The noise should stop after a few minutes.

Can I use essential oils in this humidifier?

It is not recommended. Essential oils can damage the transducer and plastic components. If desired, use a separate aromatherapy diffuser.

How do I adjust the mist output?

Turn the mist control knob or press the mist button (if digital) to increase or decrease the mist level. Adjust to your preferred humidity.

USER MANUAL SC-AH986E100 Scarlett

1. Mist nozzle
2. Water tank 3.5 l
3. Water tank cap
4. Water inlet
5. Base
6. Plug and power cord
7. Display
8. Touch panel control
9. Membrane
10. Float

GB INSTRUCTION MANUAL IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

- Please read this instruction manual carefully before use and keep in a safe place for future reference.

- Before the first connecting of the appliance check that voltage indicated on the rating label corresponds to the mains voltage in your home.

- For home use only. Do not use for industrial purposes. Do not use the appliance for any other purposes than described in this instruction manual.

• Do not use outdoors.

• Always unplug the appliance from the power supply before cleaning and when not in use.

- To prevent risk of electric shock and fire, do not immerse the appliance in water or in any other liquids. If it was happened DO NOT TOUCH the appliance, unplug it immediately and check in service center.

- The appliance is not intended for use for physically, sensory or mental disabled person (including children) or for person with lack of life experience or knowledge, if only they are under supervision or have been instructed about the use of the unit by responsible person.

- This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

• Children must be under control in order not to be allowed to play with the appliance.

- Do not use other attachments than those supplied.

• In case of power cord is damaged, its replacement should be done by the manufacture or service department or the other high-skill person to avoid any danger.

- Do not attempt to repair, adjust or replace parts in the appliance. Check and repair the malfunctioning appliance in the nearest service center only.

- Keep the cord away from sharp edges and hot surfaces.

- Do not pull, twist, or wrap the power cord around appliance.

- Do not pour the rest water from the gullet when humidifier connected to power supply.

- When wash humidifier, avoid leaking the water into the inner parts of humidifier otherwise the spare part will be humid and cause problem.

- When switch on the appliance, do not touch the energy-exchanger.

- Operate the appliance only with water in the tank. Do not add water over 40 °C into the water tank, or use it for cleaning, to avoid possible deformation or discoloring.

• Take the humidifier under bottom and support water tank when handle.

• Do not add water through the mist outlet.

- Do not add water directly to the water channel on the base.

- Do not add metals or chemicals into the water tank and the water channel on the base.

- Avoid water freezing in the humidifier.

- Do not lift the water tank while the humidifier is working.

- Do not pour water from the water channel when humidifier connected to power supply. Otherwise the energy exchanger will immediately break.

- Do not place humidifier close to the ventilating hole and keep away from the furniture and other electrical appliances.

- If the unit was got from the environment with temperature < 0^ , keep it under the room conditions at least 2 hours.

- ATTENTION: unplug the device from the socket before filling or cleaning.

- NOTE. During operation it is acceptable that white bloom occurs on the nearby objects which is caused by high-salinity water being used, in this case we it is recommended to fulter the water before pouring it to water tank of the device.

- The manufacturer reserves the right to introduce minor changes into the product design without prior notice, unless such changes influence significantly the product safety, performance, and functions.

- Manufacturing date is indicated on the unit and/or on packing as well as in accompanying documents in the following format XX.XXXX where first two figures XX is the month of production, and following four figures XXXX is the year of production.

OPERATION

- This appliance is used for indoors air humidifying

- Place the device on an even dry surface.

- ATTENTION: Before pouring water inside, unplug the device

• Remove the tank cover and pour clean water up to the MAX mark so that water does not enter the steam outlet tube.
• ATTENTION: This appliance allows tap water usage. Purified water is still more preferable for usage, especially if tap water is too hard. If tap water is too hard, fill in only distilled or demineralized water.
• Open the top cover.
• Fill the water into pouring hole in the base of the device.
• Close the top cover.
• Place water tank onto base.
• Wipe the tank surface using soft cloth.
• Plug in the device.

Switching on

- Press the button to switch the air humidifier on or off.

Timer Setting

- Press the button ⏻ to select time of humidifier operation (1/2/4/8 h).

Humidifier Settings

- The display shows the room temperature, the current steam speed and the timer mode.

- You can set the level of air humidification (0 to 3). Press the button as many times as needed. Constant humidity settings (hygrostat function)

- During operation of the device press the 🔒 button to select required relative humidity level. Relative humidity level can be selected in the range from 40% to 90%. One press of the button equals 5%, During the setting process, selected humidity level will flash on the display. When the room humidity reaches the set level, the device will turn off automatically.

CONNECTING THE DEVICE TO THE HOME INTELLECT APP

1.1. Go to the Home Intellect website using the links above.
1.2. Install the Home Intellect app on your mobile device or tablet.
1.3. Make sure your smartphone or tablet is connected to 4G internet or Wi-Fi.
1.4. Make sure your smartphone or tablet is running iOS 8.0 (or higher) or Android 4.4 (or higher).
1.5. Make sure your router's signal is in the 2.4GHz band.
1.6. Make sure your smartphone and the device have the same WLAN.

2. Create an account in the mobile application:

2.1. Open the application and create a new account in it:

Enter your email address

An automatic email with a confirmation code will be sent to the entered email address, enter this code in the field that appears

2.2. Set the desired password for your account
2.3. Your new account will consist of an email and a password you created

3. Connect the device to the mobile application

3.1. Make sure geolocation is enabled on your device.
3.2. Click on the plus icon in the top corner of the screen.
3.3. Select "Add Device"
3.4. Next, you need to select "Air humidifier".

3.5. Press the "Mode" button in the top right corner of the screen, select "EZ mode". Press "Next"

3.6. On the screen "3" press and hold [O] button on the body of the device – two sound signals will ring

3.8. If the location feature on your mobile device is enabled, the app will locate the nearest Wi-Fi hotspot.

3.9. Enter the password for this Wi-Fi (make sure the password is correct)

3.10. The application will take no more than 2 minutes to detect the device

The HOME INTELLECT mobile app can detect your appliance by itself if Bluetooth is enabled on your smartphone. Click "Add" and follow the instructions on the screen

- The HOME INTELLECT mobile application contains all the functions of the device available on the control panel

Main features of Wi-Fi application:

1. Adjustment of steam outlet intensity
2. Relative humidity adjustment
3. Timer settings
4. Turning the device ON and OFF

WHAT TO DO IF THE APP DOES NOT DETECT THE DEVICE:

1) Make sure your Wi-Fi is connected to the 2.4GHz band
2) Make sure the Wi-Fi password is correct
3) Make sure that App is set in EZ mode

4) Make sure that the appliance is set to be detected by the application: press and hold button on the body of the device – two sound signals will ring

5) Turn off the device, unplug it and plug it in after 10 seconds. Log in to the app to reconnect. press and hold button on the body of the device – two sound signals will ring

The appearance of the mobile application, its interface, icons and the location of functions may change without prior notice to improve its performance.

ALICE VOICE ASSISTANT

With help of the Home Intellect system, you can easily control your smart home appliances from your smartphone, as well as using the Yandex Alice voice assistant. Connect your equipment to the program and control it from anywhere in the world. To control the device using the voice assistant Alice, in addition to the main Home Intellect application, you need to install the Home with Alice application and link accounts.

QR for downloading Home Intellect application:

QR for downloading the application Smart Home with Alice to control the voice functions of the device:

Connection procedure, linking Home Intellect application accounts and skill:

1. Download Home Intellect app from the App Store or Google Play

1. Log into the app with your Home Intellect account or register as a new user

1. Add your compatible devices to the Home Intellect app menu

1. Download the House with Alice app from the App Store or Google Play

1. In the House with Alice application, log in with your Yandex account or register as a new user. Add a new device through the "Devices" menu

1. Select the Home Intellect skill from the list of manufacturers, click the "Link to Yandex" button and enter the registration data for the Home Intellect application from step 2. Link devices for this application account, enter the login, password for Home Intellect from step 2. Pass authorization from Yandex.

1. Click the "Update device list" button, check the settings of the detected devices, change the name as necessary and specify the room, click "Finish setup". Now you can control smart devices using Alice. The list of voice commands is available in the "Voice commands" tab.

The number of voice commands to control smart technology with Alice is limited. When adding new devices in the Home Intellect application, it is necessary to update the list of devices in Alice. To do this, press the + button in the DEVICES interface, then ADD DEVICE, select Home Intellect in the list, then click UPDATE DEVICE LIST.

Water Level Indicator

- The water level indicator WATER appears on the display when it is necessary to refill the tank with water.

CLEAN AND CARE

- Do not forget to unplug the appliance from the power supply before cleaning. WASH WATER TANK (EVERY TWO OR THREE WEEKS)

• Take off the water tank and turn it up.

- Unscrew the cover.

- Wipe with a soft cloth and rinse water valve.

- Wash water tank with warm water (<40 °C)

CLEAN THE WATER CHANNEL AND THE ENERGY EXCHANGER (ONCE A WEEK).

- If there is scale in the gullet, clean it with soapy water then rinse with water.

- If there is any stain on the energy exchange, wipe them off with the soft cloth. Then rinse the appliance with clean water.

IMPORTANT: Use only a soft cloth to clean the energy exchanger. Never touch it with sharp or hard objects.

WASH THE EXTERNAL SURFACE OF HUMIDIFIER

- First rub the scale and then wash with soft cloth and warm water (<40 °C).

- Wash the head of sprayer with water directly.

IMPORTANT: Do not use chemicals, organic solvents or aggressive liquids and abrasives.

SCALE REMOVAL

• Hard scale is not allowed to be removed from the unit surfaces mechanically.
• Fill water tank with water solution of vinegar, one liter of water needs 150ml of vinegar. Instead of vinegar soda can be used, one liter of water needs 2 table spoon of baking soda.
• The nozzle of the unit should face open window, so that water mist is directed outdoors.
• Switch air humidifier for 30-60min
• Water with soda or with vinegar will eat the scale away during unit usage, so that after the procedure the scale will be removed from the unit walls.

STORAGE

• Switch off and unplug the appliance.
• Complete all requirements of chapter CLEAN AND CARE.
• Keep assembled appliance in a dry cool place.

COMMON PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS

PROBLEMS	CAUSE	SOLUTION
The mist is smelling	1. The appliance is new2. Water is dirty	1. Wash the tank and change the water Open the water tank and ventilate it for 12 hours
The Indicator light is on, no mist out and no air coming	The water level is excessive high	1. Switch off the appliance and unplug it2. Take the water tank off and unscrew the water inlet lid. Pour off some water and close the lid tightly. Wipe the tank dry with a soft cloth. Place water tank back on the base3. Plug the humidifier in. Turn it on
The mist is poor	The energy-changeable appliance has scale or the water is dirty	Wash the energy-changeable appliance and change water

The symbol on the unit, packing materials and/or documentations means used electrical and electronic units should not be toss in the garbage with ordinary household garbage. These units should be pass to special receiving point.

For additional information about actual system of the garbage collection address to the local authority. Valid utilization will help to save valuable resources and avoid negative work on the public health and environment which happens with incorrect using garbage.