HU 50 C - Humidifier ALPATEC - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Ultrasonic humidifier with ionizer
Brand	Alpatec
Model	HU 50 C
Diffusion nozzle	Adjustable
Water tank	Removable with cap
Display	LCD with humidity level display
Ionizer	Yes, negative ion generator
Timer	1 to 12 hours (in 1-hour increments)
Warm mist	Yes, diffusion of warm droplets
Airflow adjustment	3 levels (I, II, III)
Humidity level adjustment	40% to 80% in 5% increments
Auto shut-off	Yes, when tank is empty (with alarm)
Power supply	Mains (220-240 V)
Anti-scale cartridge	Included, cleaning every 2 months
Transducer cleaning	With descaler and brush
Tank cleaning	With mild detergent, rinse thoroughly
Operating temperature	Between 5°C and 40°C
Maximum ambient humidity	80% RH
Use	Domestic, indoor

Frequently Asked Questions - HU 50 C ALPATEC

How to use the ionizer function?

Press the Ions button to activate the ionizer. The corresponding indicator lights up. Press again to deactivate.

How to set the timer?

Press the Time button once to activate the 1-hour timer. Then press as many times as needed to add hours (up to 12 hours max).

How to clean the transducer?

Remove the water tank, pour 10 ml of descaler onto the transducer, wait 2 to 5 minutes, brush then rinse thoroughly with clean water.

What to do if the LCD screen does not light up?

Check that the power plug is properly connected and the power supply is working. If the problem persists, contact an authorized repairer.

Why is there a bad smell?

If the appliance is new, leave the tank open in a cool, shaded place for 12 hours. If the water is dirty, empty the tank, clean it and refill with clean water.

How to adjust the humidity level?

Press the HR % button several times to select the desired level (40% to 80% in 5% increments). The screen blinks then displays the ambient humidity again.

How to use warm mist?

Press the Warm button to activate warm mist. The indicator lights up. Press again to return to cool mist.

How to clean the anti-scale cartridge?

Remove the cartridge by sliding it upward. Place it in a glass of water with a large tablespoon of salt for about 1 hour. Rinse with clean water and replace it.

What to do if the water output is low?

The transducer is probably dirty. Clean it according to the cleaning instructions (descaler and brush).

The appliance makes an abnormal noise, what to do?

Check that the tank is correctly positioned on the base and that the water level is sufficient. Add water if necessary.

USER MANUAL HU 50 C ALPATEC

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ALPATEC

SOLUTIONS CLIMATIQUES

HUMIDIFICATEUR D'AIR

Air humidifier

HU 50 EC

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MODE D'EMPLOI

USER MANUAL

WEB

FRANÇAIS

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CARACTERISTIQUES

Modèle HU 50 EC

Voltage 230 V – 50 Hz

Puissance 130 W

Classe II

UTILISATION

For your comfort and safety, ALPATEC has checked all the steps of manufacturing. The products have been made for you to enjoy their design and easiness to use. ALPATEC, a complete range of air conditioners, coolers, fans and heaters for your complete satisfaction.

CAUTION

PLEASE READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

• Make sure that the voltage rating on the type plate corresponds to your main voltage. Any error in connecting the appliance invalidates the guarantee.
• Never leave the appliance unsupervised when in use.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Only use this appliance for domestic purposes and in the way indicated in these instructions. Never use for any other purposes.
• Never immerse the product in water or any other liquid for any reasons. Respect the instructions for cleaning.
• Do not use the appliance outside and always place it in a dry environment.
• Do not use if you have wet hands.
• Keep the appliance far from hot or electric sources. Never place the appliance into direct sunlight.
• Never pull the cord to unplug or move the appliance.
• Unplug the appliance before cleaning or changing any parts of the appliance or when it's not in use.
  • Always switch off the appliance before unplugging it.
• Do introduce neither sharp metallic objects, nor fingers inside the appliance.
• From time to time, check the cord. Never use the cord, the plug or the appliance when they show any sign of damage. Make sure the cord never comes into contact with the hot parts of the appliance. Do not wind the cord around the appliance and do not bend it.
• The cord length of this product has been selected to reduce the possibility of being injured. If more cord length is needed, an extension cord may be used. Ensure not to let it hang down the working area where someone could accidentally pull or trip over it.
• Ensure that the power supply cable does not hang down from the work surface as it could be easily pulled, particularly by small children, thereby causing serious accidents.
• If the cord or the plug is getting more and more hot, contact a qualified electrician.
• Never repair the appliance yourself. All interventions made by a non-qualified person can be dangerous; in this case guarantee conditions would cancel. As well as the change of the cord has to be done by a competent electrician.

• When operating, do not touch the water or parts containing water.
• Do not let power on when waterless.
• In case of strange noise or smell, turn off and unplug the appliance.
  • Install the appliance on a flat and steady surface.
• The mist spraying from the humidifier should not face furniture.

THE MANUFACTURER WILL NOT ASSUME ANY RESPONSIBILITY IN CASE OF NON ADHERENCE TO THIS RECOMMENDATION. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.

DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE

1. Mist spray mouth
2. Water tank
3. LCD screen
4. Control panel
5. Water tank handle
6. Descaling cartridge
7. Transducer
8. Water-inlet (with cap)
9. Water flume
10. On/Off
11. Ionizer
12. Steam flow adjustment
13. Timer
14. Warm steam flow
15. Humidity rate adjustment
16. Waterless indicator
17. Operating indicator
18. Power cord (not shown)

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SPECIFICATIONS

Model HU 50 EC

Voltage 230 V – 50 Hz

Power 130 W

Class II

USING

Place the heater on a flat and dry surface and plug in it.

The best working environment for the humidifier is : temperature between 5°C and 40°C and moisture less than 80 % HR.

Soak the descaling cartridge 15 minutes before the first use.

For the first use, let the appliance half an hour in the room before using so that the moisture sensor is completely efficient.

Clean the water tank as well as the water flume before first use and after no use for long time.

This product is equipped with a descaling cartridge which has to be cleaned every two months or when scale appears on the cartridge.

FILLING

• Take out the mist spray mouth and then take out the water tank from the base.
• Unscrew the water tank cap located under the tank.
• Fill the tank with water (water temperature should be less than 40^ C). Screw tightly the tank cap and replace the water tank on the base. Replace the mist spray mouth. Plug the appliance.

STARTING

• Press M/A button, working light indicator lights on.
• LCD display shows the ambient moisture rate.

Press again M/A button to switch off the appliance.

IONIZER SETTING :

• Press Ions button, corresponding indicator lights on.
• By generating negative ions, the ioniser function allows to restore air electric balance and gives a well-being sensation.
• Press again lons button to stop ionizer function. Indicator goes out.

STEAM FLOW SETTING :

• When the product starts working, high steam flow is defaulted.
• Press Débit button to change the steam flow to middle II, or to minimum steam flow I.

TIMER SETTING :

• Press Temps button to program the appliance to 1h. Timer indicator lights on.
• Press Temps button again to set timer until 12h (1 presure=+1h).

WARM STEAM FLOW :

This function allows a better mist spray of warm droplets because there are more droplets into the warm air than into cool air. The evaporation is higher and you have a best distribution of droplets. It's better to use in winter, because in summer ambient temperature will go up.

• Press Chaud button for a warm steam flow. Light indicator lights on.
• Press again Chaud button to stop warm steam flow, and to start cold steam flow. Light indicator goes out.

MOISTURE RATE SETTING :

• Press HR % button to choose moisture rate. Press this button to settle the rate from 40% to 80% (level of 5%). Screen flashes, then shows the ambient moisture rate.
• If ambient moisture level is up to the moisture level chosen, the appliance stops working automatically.

AUTOMATIC CUT-OFF :

- This appliance is equipped with a warning bip and an automatic cut-off in case of waterless.

CLEANING

• Transducer : Take out the water tank from the base, empty the base and drop 10 ml of descaling detergent on the transducer.
  Wait about 2 to 5 minutes then wash with a brush and rinse plentifully with clear water.
• Water tank : file it half and add soft detergent. Screw the tank cap and shake it up and down several times, and then use water to rinse.
• Water flume : clean it with a damp cloth and detergent, then rinse with water.
• Descaling cartridge (it's useful to avoid the vaporisation of calcareous dust dissolved into the water): take it out and soak it into salt liquid (one big spoon of salt in a glass of water) for about 60 minutes. Rinse with clear water and replace in the product.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Trouble	Possible problem	Treatment
LCD screen does not light on.There is no mist	- Is there a problem with power supply?	- The plug is not connected to the socket.
LCD screen lights on but there is no mist	- No water in the tank.	- Add water.
The mist spray has an unpleasant smelling.	- The appliance is new.- The water is dirty or has been too much time in the water tank.	- Open the water tank, lay it for 12 hours in a stady and cool place.- Clean the water tank and add clean water.
Mist volume is low	- The transducer is dirty.	- Clean the transducer as described in cleaning instructions.
There is a strange noise	- Water tank is not properly placed on the base.- Water level in the tank is too low.- Add water.	- Set the water tank properly.

Instructions on environment protection

Do not dispose of this product in the usual household garbage at the end of its life cycle; hand it over a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic appliances. The symbol on the product, the instructions for use or the packing will inform about the methods of disposal. The materials are recyclable as mentioned in its marking. By recycling or others forms of re-utilization of old appliances, you are making an important contribution to protect our environment.

Please inquire at the community administration for the authorized disposal location.

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