Crane EE-6905 User manual

DIGITAL ULTRASONIC COOL/WARM MIST
HUMIDIFIER
ITEM# EE-6905
PLEASE READ AND SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS TO ENSURE THE
SAFE AND EFFCTIVE USE OF THIS APPLIANCE.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Table of Contents
P. 1
Safety Instructions
P. 2-3
List of Main Parts, Technical Specifications
P. 4
Humidifier Features
P. 5
Operation and Use
P. 5
Digital Control Panel Instructions
P. 6
Assembly
P. 7
Maintenance
P. 8
Trouble Shooting
P. 9

Customer Care
P. 10
Warranty
P. 11

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing a CRANE Ultrasonic Cool/Warm Mist Humidifier. Each unit has been
manufactured to ensure safety and reliability. Before using for the first time, please read the
instructions carefully and keep them for further reference.
WARNING! READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all of the instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
1. DO NOT carry Water Tank by handle when it is filled with water. It is advisable to carry
filled Water Tank with two hands.
2. DO NOT operate outdoors. This humidifier is intended for indoor use only.
3. Always have water in the Water Tank when operating the unit.
4. Use only clean, cool tap water to fill the Water Tank (filtered or distilled water is
recommended to avoid white dust if tap water is too hard). DO NOT use hot water.
5. Be sure that the Water Tank Cap is firmly tightened on Water Tank. Always have the Mist Lid
in place while the unit is operating. Place the humidifier so the mist aims away from children,
walls, furniture and electrical appliances.
6. Use only a 110-120VAC outlet. ALWAYS plug and unplug unit with dry hands to avoid electric
shock.
7. Never operate the unit with a damaged cord or plug.
8. Always place the unit on a smooth, flat, lint-free, non-metallic, waterproof and level surface and
position unit away from direct sunlight. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces and areas
where it could be walked on or tripped over. Unplug the unit when not in use and whenever you
clean or move the unit.
9. Do not add medication or essential oils into the Water Base or Water Tank. Do not cover any
openings on the unit or insert objects into any openings.
10. The unit should not be left unattended in a closed room as the air could become saturated
and leave condensation on walls or furniture. Leave room door partly open when humidifier
is being operated.
11. When cleaning the inside of the humidifier, keep water away from the Fan Vent.
Turn off and unplug the humidifier to wipe the exterior (except the electrical controls) with a
damp cloth. Humidifier requires regular cleaning. Please refer to the CLEANING
INSTRUCTIONS in this manual.
12. Do not tilt or tip the humidifier or attempt to empty or fill it while it is in operation.
13. Do not use a detergent to clean any parts of the unit that contain water. Detergent film
dissolved in the water supply can interfere with the output of the unit. Instead, always use white
vinegar mixed with water to clean the humidifier.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may
result in electric shock, fire or serious personal injury. The warnings, cautions, and instructions discussed
in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be
understood by the user that common sense and caution are a factor which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the user.
Do not let your child play with this appliance. Serious injury and
electrocution might be possible. This humidifier has to be operated by an adult only. Children
should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the humidifier.
SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS!
CAUTION: A short Power Supply Cord is provided to reduce the risk of personal injury resulting
from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord. Extension cords are available from local
hardware stores and may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension cord is required, special
care and caution is necessary. Also the extension cord must be (1) marked with an electrical rating of 125
V and at least 13 A., 1625 W., and (2) the cord must be arranged so that it will not drape over the
countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidently tripped over.
ELECTRIC POWER
If the electric circuit is overloaded by other appliances, your humidifier and/or appliances may not
operate properly. The humidifier should be operated on a separate electrical circuit from other
operating appliances.
POLARIZED PLUG
This humidifier has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a
safety feature to reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit in
a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not
attempt to defeat this safety feature.
SAFETY WARNING
Although your humidifier is easy to operate, for your safety, the below warnings must be followed:
1. Do not place the humidifier near a heat source.
2. Never leave the humidifier unattended while connected to the electrical outlet.
3. To avoid any accidents, never cover the Mist Lid when the humidifier is in operation.
4. Use the humidifier on a smooth, flat, lint-free, non-metallic, waterproof, and level surface
away from water.
5. Do not unplug from the wall socket by pulling on the supply cord.
6. The humidifier must be unplugged:
A. Before either filling or emptying the Water Base and/or Water Tank.
B. Before any cleaning or maintenance is performed.
C. After each use.
D. If it appears to be faulty.
THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
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LIST OF MAIN PARTS
1. Adjustable Mist Lid
2
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2. Water Tank Handle
3. Digital Control Panel
4. Water Tank
5.
Water Tank Cap
4
6.
Water Base
7.
Fan Vent
8.
Nebulizer
3
9.
Water Level Sensor/Float
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
Rating Voltage
120V
Frequency
60Hz
Power Cool Mist
30W
Power Warm Mist
110W
Water Tank Capacity
1.3 Gallon
Run Time Per Tank
Up to 24 hours
Humidifying Capacity
Up to 500 sq.ft. / 46 m2
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HUMIDIFIER FEATURES
CRANE’S CLEAN CONTROL
Anti-microbial Material: Proven to help reduce mold and bacteria growth up to 99.96% in the
humidifier base*
*EMSL Test Report 151305654. Reduction of mold and bacteria is based on independent laboratory testing. EMSL report
151305654 results are based on the reduction of the bacteria in the humidifier base with Clean Control material, during
continuous use. The humidifier base showed a reduction rate up to 99.96% of Gram Negative –Pseudomonas Aeruginosa
after 8 hours.
WARM AND COOL MIST
You can select a warm mist or cool mist with this humidifier.
Humidifiers add moisture to the air, which helps ease coughing and congestion due to a cold, and
relief from dry skin, chapped lips, and dry eyes. Warm mist and cool mist humidifiers are equally
effective in humidifying the air.
Warm Mist heats the water emitting a warm mist.
Cool Mist emits a cool mist and will not drastically affect room temperature.
ULTRASONIC HUMIDIFIER
This is an Ultrasonic humidifier. The humidifier uses a metal diaphragm vibrating at an ultrasonic
frequency, much like the element in a high-frequency stereo speaker to create mist. An ultrasonic
humidifier is whisper quiet and produces a fine mist into the room.
REMOTE CONTROL
This Digital Humidifier includes a Remote Control that can be used to operate your device.
Simply pull the small plastic tab before use to activate.
OPERATION AND USE
BEFORE EACH USE
CHECK HUMIDIFIER PLACEMENT
Place the Humidifier on an elevated, non-metallic, lint-free, waterproof, level surface at least 2 feet
above the floor.
DO NOT place the humidifier on carpet or a towel. The fan vent is located on the bottom of
the humidifier base. The fan vent MUST NOT be obstructed.

DO NOT place the humidifier on a wood surface or near furniture that can be damaged
by too much moisture.
CHECK WATER LEVEL SENSOR
Make sure that the Water Level Sensor is secured properly and not obstructed. See page 10 for more
troubleshooting.
DO NOT operate the humidifier without water in the Water Tank.
DO NOT plug or unplug the Power Cord with wet hands as electric shock could
occur.
DO NOT USE ANY ADDITIVES IN THE WATER
Additives –such as oils, fragrances, or vapor/steam medications –cannot be added to the water.
This humidifier is not made to take additives. Any use of additives will void the manufacturer’s
warranty.
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DIGITAL CONTROL PANEL INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Use on/off button to reset the humidifier.
ON/OFF- Switch humidifier on/off by pressing this button.
TIMER –The lower bar of numbers on the digital display are for the timer. You can set the
timer for 1- 12 hours. There are 4 numbers on the digital screen (1,2,4,5). Press timer button to
select desired hours of operation.
ION –Press this button to enrich mist with negative ions to freshen the room air.
MAX-MIN MIST CONTROL- Press this button to change the mist output to Low, Medium, or
High
SET HUMIDITY LEVEL –Press this button to set desired humidity level. You can set the
humidity level between 40% - 80%. The recommended humidity level is between 40% - 60%.
COOL/WARM MIST SELECTOR- When humidifier is on, cool mist will automatically start. To
select warm mist, press this button and the warm mist setting will activate within 15 minutes.
AUTO SHUT OFF –When the water level gets low, the humidifier will automatically shut off. A
red light in the lower right side of digital display will flash indicating the water level is low and
the humidifier mist has turned off.
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ASSEMBLY
ALWAYS use fresh cool water when operating the humidifier.
1. Turn Water Tank upside down and unscrew Water Tank Cap.
2. Fill Water Tank with cool water. DO NOT fill water all the way to the rim.
DO NOT CARRY FULL WATER TANK BY HANDLE.
ALWAYS HOLD FULL WATER TANK WITH TWO HANDS.
DO NOT use hot water. Use cool tap water.
DO NOT add any medication, essential oils, or salt.
DO NOT pour water into Mist Outlet Channel.
3. Screw Water Tank Cap back onto Water Tank. Turn the Water Tank over and place on
Water Base, making sure it fits perfectly.
Note: Do not attempt to move the humidifier while Water Tank is placed on Water Base.
Doing so may cause leakage of water and/or Water Base to overfill.
4. Plug the power cord into a wall socket and turn on the unit by using the Control Knob.
5. Use the Digital Control Panel to select the mode of your choice. The blue Power Indicator
Light will illuminate. In a few seconds, mist will start emitting.
6. Use the Digital Control Panel to adjust the intensity of the mist output.
SET THE CORRECT HUMIDITY OUTPUT: Adjust the Digital Control Panel so that the mist rises
up to be absorbed by the room air. Do not set the mist output too high, as the mist cannot be
absorbed by the air and may accumulate on the surfaces around the humidifier.
7. When the humidifier runs out of water, the humidifier will automatically shut off and the mist
will stop. The Low Water Indicator Light will illuminate red. This safety feature uses a water
level sensor to stop the Nebulizer once the water level sinks below the required level in the
Humidifier Base.
Note: The indicator light on the humidifier will remain on. The red light indicates that the
humidifier is turned on and needs to be refilled.
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A NOTE ABOUT HUMIDITY
It is best to keep the humidity level at about 40%-50% of relative humidity. In cold
weather, windows and even some walls may fog or develop frost from
excessive indoor humidity. If this occurs, reduce the mist output setting to avoid damage
from condensed water dripping onto windowsills.
Too much humidity in the room may allow moisture to accumulate on surfaces where bacteria
and fungi can grow. Moisture that gathers may also damage furniture and walls, especially
wallpaper.
To reduce excessive humidity, especially in small rooms, leave the room door open and adjust
the mist intensity control setting.
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning and disinfecting on a regular basis is important for maintaining the
performance of your humidifier.
IMPORTANT:
Water left in Tank or Base when unit is not in use may result in buildup of mineral deposits
and bacteria.
When emptying base make sure NOT to pour towards the air vent.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
1. Turn off, unplug from outlet, and empty water from tank & base daily.
2. Allow tank & base to air dry.
3. Leave cap off the tank until ready for next use.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
1. Turn off, unplug from outlet, and empty water from tank & base.
2. Fill the water tank halfway with warm water. Add 2 Tablespoons of white vinegar. Shake
vigorously and let sit for 30 min. Empty tank & rinse with plain water.
**TIP: Use crushed ice or wire brush to help scrub the inside of the tank
3. Rinse warm water through the mist outlet channel.
4. Fill base with water, add 1 tablespoon of white vinegar & let sit for 30 min. Empty base &
rinse with plain water.
**TIP: Clean the nebulizer with a damp cloth or cotton swab after soaking
5. Remove the permanent humidifier filter attached to the cap and let soak in the same
solution for 10-15 minutes, shaking occasionally before rinsing with water.
6. Allow tank & base to air dry.
7. Leave cap off the tank until ready for next use.
NEVER IMMERSE HUMIDIFIER BASE IN WATER.
END-OF-SEASON MAINTENANCE & STORING YOUR HUMIDIFIER
1. Turn off, unplug from outlet, and empty water from tank & base.
2. Follow instructions for weekly maintenance above.
3. Let all parts dry completely.
4. Store humidifier in a cool, dry place.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem
Solution
If humidifier does not
Ensure unit is properly plugged into a power outlet.
have any power:
Check that the Control Knob is turned to the ON position.
If Power On indicator light does not come on, contact
Crane Customer Care.
Clean the Water Tank with the water and vinegar solution
If there is a strange
and rinse with clean water.
odor:
Leave the empty Water Tank open for 12 Hours
(without the Water Tank Cap attached) in a cool place.
Unplug and re-plug into power source.
Check that there is water in the tank.
Check for possible mineral deposits on the nebulizer.
Make sure that nothing blocks the mist output slot.
The digital display is on,
Check that the fan vent on bottom of humidifier is not
but there is no mist:
blocked.
Empty the humidifier and rinse the water base with cool
tap water and allow to dry for 30 minutes.
If this does not solve the problem, please contact Crane
Customer Care.
White dust appears and
Area tap water may have too many minerals. Clean your
settles outside the
humidifier filter or change to filtered or distilled water.
humidifier:
Dump water from tank and base, then check to make
If tank is filled but red
sure water level sensor is clean and attached properly.
light remains on:
See cleaning instructions on page 8 if needed.
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