Easy@Home EE-3186A User manual
02 Introduction
03 General Information and Safety Instructions
05 Assembly and Parts List
07 Getting Started
13 Other Useful Information
15 Warranty Card
Contents
Congratulations!
You have made an excellent choice with the purchase of the quality Easy Home
product.
By doing so you now have the assurance and peace of mind which comes from
purchasing a product that has been manufactured to the highest standards of
performance and safety, supported by the high quality standards of ALDI.
We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase so this Easy Home
product is backed by a comprehensive manufacturer’s 2 year warranty and an
outstanding after sales service through our dedicated Helpline.
We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come.
If you require technical support or in the unlikely event that your purchase is
faulty please telephone our Helpline for immediate assistance. Faulty product
claims made within the 2 year warranty period will be repaired or replaced free
of charge provided that you have satisfactory proof of purchase (keep your
receipt safe!). This does not affect your statutory rights. However, be aware that
the warranty will become null and void if the product is found to have been
deliberately damaged, misused or disassembled.
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Introduction
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When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should also be observed, including
the following. PLEASE READ AND SAVE ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE ULTRASONIC COOL MIST
HUMIDIFIER.
DO NOT carry water tank by handle when it is filled with water. It is advisable to carry filled water
tank with two hands.
DO NOT operate outdoors. This humidifier is intended for indoor use only. Always have water in
the tank when operating the unit.
Use only clean, cool tap water to fill the tank. Filtered or distilled water is recommended to avoid
white dust if tap water is too hard. DO NOT use hot water.
DO NOT pour water in any openings other than the water tank.
Be sure that the water tank cap is firmly tightened. Always have the mist direction nozzle and the
mist chamber in place while the unit is operating. Rotate the mist direction nozzle so it aims away
from children, walls, furniture, and electrical appliances.
Use only a 110-120VAC outlet. ALWAYS plug and unplug humidifier with dry hands.
Never operate the humidifier with a damaged power supply cord or plug.
Always place the humidifier on a smooth, flat, lint free, non-metallic, waterproof, level surface,
and away from direct sunlight. Keep the power supply cord away from heated surfaces and
areas where it could be walked on or tripped over. DO NOT let the cord hang over the edge of a
table or counter.
Unplug the humidifier when not in use and whenever you clean or move the humidifier.
DO NOT add medication of any type into the nozzle, base or water tank. Do not cover any
openings on the humidifier or insert objects into any openings.
The humidifier 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.
The humidifier requires daily and weekly cleaning to operate appropriately. Refer to cleaning
instructions.
When cleaning the inside of the unit keep water away from the air outlet / fan vent. The exterior
may be wiped with a damp cloth, except the electrical controls, only when the unit is off and
unplugged.
NEVER use detergents, gasoline, glass cleaner, furniture polish, paint thinner or other household
solvents to clean any part of the humidifier. Always use a few drops of bleach with water to clean
humidifier. Detergent film dissolved in the water supply can interfere with the output of the unit.
Do not tilt or tip the unit or attempt to empty or fill it while it is in operation.
THIS HUMIDIFIER IS NOT A TOY! Do not let your child play with this appliance. Serious injury and
electrocution might be possible. This appliance has to be operated by an adult only. Children
should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the humidifier.
General Information
and Safety Instructions
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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 operator that common sense and caution are a factor which cannot be built into this product, but must
be supplied by the operator.
READ AND 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.
To avoid a circuit overload when using this humidifier, do not operate another high-wattage product on the
same electrical circuit.
Avoid the use of an extension cord because the extension cord may overheat and cause a risk of fire.
However if you have to use an extension cord, the extension cord should be rated for 13 amps, 125V, 1625
watts.
The power supply cord must be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it
can be pulled on by children or tripped over accidentally.
ELECTRIC POWER
If the electric circuit is overloaded with other appliances, your humidifier 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 Ultrasonic Humidifier is easy to operate, for your safety, the warnings below must be followed:
1. Do not place the Ultrasonic Humidifier near a heat source.
2. Never leave the Ultrasonic Humidifier unattended while connected to the electrical outlet.
3. Use the Ultrasonic Humidifier on a stable surface away from water.
4. Do not unplug the Ultrasonic Humidifier by pulling on the power supply cord.
5. The Ultrasonic Humidifier must be unplugged:
A. Before any cleaning or maintenance.
B. Before either filling or emptying.
C. After use.
D. If it appears to be faulty.
THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Main Parts
Fig. 1
(Central Body)
1. Central Body (water basin)
2. Power Cord
3. Regulator Control Knob
4. Humidity Output Indication
5. Red/Green Power Light
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
(Top of Water Tank)
6. Vapor Outlet Channel
7. Water Tank Handle
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
(Water Basin)
8. Nebulizer
9. Vaporization Chamber
10. Fan Vent
11. Valve Opener
12. Water Level Sensor
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
(Bottom of Water Tank)
13. Water Tank Valve
14. Water Tank Cap
15. Vapor outlet channel
Fig. 4
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Assembly and Parts List
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4
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6
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7
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8
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10
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Fig. 5
(Water Tank Lid)
16. Water Tank Lid
17. Vapor Output
Fig. 5
Contents of Packaging (Note: Humidifier is pre-assembled and ready to use)
Humidifier base
Water Tank
Water tank lid with vapor output slots
Instruction manual
If any of the above items are missing, please contact our customer service department at 1-888-
367-7373 or email us at customer[email protected] for replacements. Our business hours are
Mon-Fri 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST.
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Before Each Use
CHECK HUMIDIFIER PLACEMENT - Place the Humidifier on a non-metallic, lint free, waterproof, level
surface for best performance. This is to help disperse the mist in the air and prevent it from being
knocked or tipped over.
CHECK WATER LEVEL SENSOR –Make sure that the water level sensor is secured properly. Refer to
“cleaning and maintaining water level sensor” on page 12 for instructions on how to assemble
the water level sensor.
CHECK FAN VENT
This fan vent is located on the bottom of the
humidifier. The purpose of the Fan Vent is to
blow the cool mist through the vapor outlet
slots. It is important that this part is kept clean
and free of obstructions. We recommend
checking the fan vent before using this item
(i.e. lint, paper).
Do not place humidifier on top of a towel, or a
carpeted surface. The fan vent on the bottom
may become blocked, and overheat the
humidifier.
CAUTION:
DO NOT operate the humidifier without water in the water tank.
DO NOT plug in the power supply cord with wet hands; electric shock could happen.
Be sure the humidifier is switched to OFF (O) and the humidifier is unplugged from the
electrical outlet.
Select a location for your humidifier on a flat surface approximately 4 inches away from a
wall.
DO NOT place the humidifier on a finished floor or near furniture which can be damaged by
moisture or water. Place on a water resistant surface.
DO NOT place humidifier on top of a towel, or a carpeted surface. The air vent on the
bottom may become blocked, and overheat the humidifier.
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Getting Started
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How to Operate
CAUTION: ALWAYS USE CAUTION WHEN HANDLING THE ULTRASONIC HUMIDIFIER. DO NOT DROP THE
ULTRASONIC HUMIDIFIER.
1. Lift the water tank off the central body.
2. Turn over the water tank and unscrew the water
tank cap at the bottom of the tank by turning it
counterclockwise. (
See Fig. 6
)
Fig. 6
3. Fill water tank with cold water; do not fill all the
way to the rim.
(See Fig. 7)
Note: To avoid possible white dust due to hard
water it is recommended to use filtered or distilled
water.
DO NOT use hot water. Use cool tap water.
DO NOT add any medication or other additives to
the water.
DO NOT pour water into Vapor Outlet Channel (part
7, Fig. 2 on page 4)
Fig. 7
4. Replace the water tank cap, aligning the threads
on the tank with the threads on the cap, and turn
it clockwise.
(See Fig. 8)
Fig. 8
5. Turn the tank over, holding it by the top handle,
and place it on the central body, making sure it
fits perfectly. Place the water tank cap with output
slots on top of the water tank. (see Fig. 9)
6. Note: Do not attempt to move humidifier while
water tank is placed on the water basin. Doing
so may cause leakage of water. Also do not
place humidifier on the floor. Place humidifier on
an elevated surface.
Fig. 9
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7. Plug the power cord into a wall socket (do not
use extension cord) and turn on the unit by
turning the control knob. (see Fig. 10)
8. The Power Light will turn on red. In a few seconds it will switch to green,
indicating that enough water is in the water basin, and mist will start emitting
through the openings at water tank lid.
9. Use the humidity output regulator control knob to
adjust the intensity of the mist output. Turning the
knob clockwise will increase the moisture output,
turning the knob counterclockwise with reduce
the moisture output. (see Fig. 10) Note: When at
maximum level it is normal to hear a faint
dripping sound.
Fig. 10
10. When the humidifier runs out of water the power light will turn red, and the mist output will stop.
This is a safety feature to prevent the humidifier from possibly over heating and damaging the
nebulizer. This safety feature uses a water level sensor to stop the nebulizer once the water level
sinks below the required level in the water basin. Turn the humidifier off and unplug before
removing and refilling the water tank. Please note that the Power Light on the humidifier body
will stay on. The (red) light signal indicates that the humidifier is turned on and needs to be
refilled.
SET THE CORRECT HUMIDITY OUTPUT
Adjust the mist control so that the
mist rises up and gets absorbed
by the room air. Do not turn on
too high an output as the mist
cannot be absorbed by the air
and accumulates on the surface
around the humidifier.
If the humidifier is placed near a
fan or air conditioning outlet the
mist may be forced down by the
foreign air stream. Change the
location of the humidifier or
reduce the output of the other
room conditioning appliances.
Correct
Wrong
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A NOTE ABOUT HUMIDITY
It is best to keep the humidity level at about 30-50 percent of relative humidity.
The comfort level of humidity will vary from room to room and with changing room conditions.
In cold weather, windows and even some walls may fog or develop frost from excessive indoor
humidity. If this occurs, reduce the mist intensity setting to avoid damage from condensed water
dripping on 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 eliminate excessive humidity, especially in small rooms, leave the room door open and adjust
the mist intensity control setting.
CARE AND CLEANING
Portable humidifiers require regular cleaning in order to reduce the risk of bacterial growth and
also to remove any scale residue to maintain good operational performance. Follow the
procedures below for healthy maintenance of your Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier.
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the humidifier is unplugged and switched OFF before cleaning or
attempting to store the item.
DO NOT leave water in water tank or water basin when unit is not in use as it may result in the
buildup of mineral deposits and bacteria that can inhibit the output efficiency of the humidifier.
PLEASE NOTE that if water remains in the water tank for more than a day or two, bacterial growth
is possible. ALWAYS use fresh cool water when using unit.
NOTE: When removing water tank, water may accumulate under vapor lid and on the bottom
of the water tank. It is recommended to have a dry cloth ready to dry wet surfaces.
DISINFECTING THE WATER TANK AND WATER BASIN
1. Fill water tank with 1 teaspoon of household bleach in 1 gallon of water. Let stand twenty
minutes, shaking vigorously with two hands every few minutes, drain and rinse with clean
water until the bleach smell is gone. Dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.
2. Wipe the water basin with a soft cloth dampened in the bleach and water solution. Rinse the
water basin with cool water to remove any bleach smell. DO NOT IMMERSE WATER BASIN IN
WATER.
3. Wipe all exterior surfaces of the base with a soft, dry cloth. Do not immerse the base in water
or use water to clean the base. An electric shock may result or the humidifier may be
damaged.
NOTE: It is recommended to clean humidifier with water and bleach solution as stated above
after using the humidifier every fourth time or if cleaning seems necessary.
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
Before any cleaning operation, switch the humidifier off and unplug it.
1. Always unplug the unit before cleaning.
2. The humidifier must be drained and cleaned before storing.
3. Once unplugged the exterior of the unit may be cleaned by wiping with a soft dry cloth.
Caution: The ON/OFF switch must be thoroughly dry before unit is again plugged into power
source.
4. There may be some lime deposits in the nebulizer, particularly in areas with hard water.
Overcome this drawback by cleaning the nebulizer with water and vinegar on a soft cloth
regularly, as follows:
Dampen a cloth with vinegar and wipe the nebulizer gently, until the lime deposits
disappear completely.
Rub down gently with a dry cloth and remove remains of humidity.
Do not rub the nebulizer with solid objects.
Do not clean with chemical products
5. When cleaning the water basin do not place the nebulizer directly under the water tap.
6. Never immerse the unit in water or let water enter the fan vent (see figure 3) or any other
openings.
7. It is normal for water to be in the water basin. However water must not get inside the central
body. If this should happen, take the humidifier to an authorized service center before using it
again.
8. Clean the inside of the water tank at least once a week, as follows:
Fill the tank with clean water adding a few drops of bleach. Close the tank completely
with its cap and shake by holding the tank with both hands. Do not hold by handle
while shaking the tank.
Rinse thoroughly.
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NOTE: The water level sensor is made of three key parts. When cleaning DO NOT MISPLACE these
parts and MAKE SURE that you assemble these three parts correctly after cleaning and before
operating humidifier. They are as follows:
Plastic Cap –this part has 4 flat tabs coming out from the bottom and is placed
on top of a plastic pin
Water Float - a small round part resembling a “life saver” candy located
underneath the Plastic Cap
Pin –plastic pin that secures water float and plastic cap
To clean the water float unscrew the plastic cap from the pin. Remove the water
float and clean by wiping the parts with a soft damp cloth. Replace the parts by
first putting the water float onto the pin and re-screwing the plastic cap onto pin.
STORING
Allow the humidifier to dry completely before storing. Store the humidifier in a dry location. Do
not place any heavy items on top of humidifier during storage as this may result in possible
damage of the appliance. Always check the plug before use to assure metal items have not
become attached.
STORING YOUR HUMIDIFIER
Save the box for off-season storage.
Make sure the tank, water basin and water tank cap are thoroughly dry before storing.
If water is left in the unit during storage, it may evaporate completely and leave deposits that
can prevent the unit from operating properly.
Leave the water tank refill cap loose to prevent the water cap and gasket from sticking
together. This will prolong the life of the gasket.
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Troubleshooting
CAUTION: DO NOT attempt to repair the motor or nebulizer yourself. If the humidifier continues
to not operate please call our service center (see toll free number below).
Problem
Solution
Humidifier Light is staying red and not
turning green
Humidifier is working than stops:
Ensure that water level sensor is
assembled properly.
Clean water float
Call service center and request
replacement water float
If humidifier does not work at all:
Ensure it is properly plugged into a power
outlet.
Check that the control knob is in the ON
position.
If Power On indicator light does not come
on, bring to authorized service station.
If there is a strange odor:
Clean the tank with water and vinegar or
bleach and rinse with clean water.
Leave the tank open for some time
without the cap, in a cool place.
The power light is green but there is no
mist being emitted:
Check that there is water in the tank.
Check for possible lime deposits on the
water level sensor or the nebulizer (see
page 8 and 9).
Make sure that nothing blocks the vapor
output slots.
Check that the fan vent on bottom of
humidifier is not blocked.
Empty the humidifier and rinse the water
basin with cool tap water and allow to dry
for 15 to 30 min.
White dust appears and settles outside
the humidifier:
Area tap water may have too many
minerals, change to filtered or distilled
water.
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Other Useful Information
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Technical Specifications
Model Number EE-3186A
Rating Voltage 120V –60Hz
Rated Wattage 32W
Maintenance
IMPORTANT: Failure to keep this humidifier clean from mineral deposits normally contained in
any water supply will affect the efficiency of the operation. Customer failure to follow these
instructions may void the warranty.
CAUTION:
Always be sure that the humidifier is unplugged and switched OFF before cleaning or attempting
to store the humidifier. NEVER PLUG OR UNPLUG HUMIDIFIER WITH WET HANDS.
DO NOT leave water in the water tank or water basin when the humidifier is not in use. If water
remains in the water tank for more than a day or two, bacterial growth is possible.
STORING
Store the Ultrasonic Humidifier in a dry location. Do not place any heavy items on top of item
during storage as this may result in possible damage.
Service Center
If you have any questions in regards to the operation of this appliance please contact our
service center at:
Wachsmuth & Krogmann, Inc.
(Business hours Mon - Fri 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST)
Environmental Protection
If the appliance should no longer work at all, please make sure that it is disposed of in an
environmentally friendly way.
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