Honeywell TrueEASE HE100 Operation manual

HOMEOWNER’S OPERATING MANUAL
Humidifier
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Humidifier
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EVERYDAY
OPERATION
INTRODUCTION SERVICE WARRANTY
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
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INTRODUCTION
Safety Definitions and Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Welcome .................................. 3
How is the humidifier different from other
flow-through humidifiers? ................... 3
How should I get started? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
How does the humidifier work? ................. 4
YOUR NEW HUMIDIFIER
Which humidifier model do I have? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
How is my humidifier installed? ................. 6
What humidifier parts do I need to know? ......... 7
What should I expect from my humidifier?. . . . . . . . . 8
EVERYDAY OPERATION
How do I operate the humidifier?................ 9
How do I use the humidity control? . . . . . . . . . . . 9
What should my humidity setpoint be?......... 9
What is a frost setting?..................... 9
Humidifier lights and button................... 10
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Replace the humidifier pad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
What should I do at the end of the season? . . . . . . 12
Troubleshooting ............................ 13
WARRANTY
5-Year Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

INTRODUCTION
Must be installed by a trained, experienced technician.
Read these instructions carefully. Failure to follow these instructions can damage the product or cause a
hazardous condition.
Please read this manual completely. It is important that you understand how the humidifier works, and how to
safely perform the require-d maintenance procedures. Read and understand all safety-related labels found on
and posted near the humidifier. These labels provide additional instructions and important safety information.
Safety Definitions
These safety terms identify information you must read.
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could cause bodily injury or
property damage.
WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Safety Precautions
WARNING: Electrocution Hazard.
The humidifier uses 120 volts AC, which can cause death or serious injury. Take precautions when servicing
the humidifier or when removing the cover. If in doubt, unplug the humidifier or disconnect HVAC equipment
power before servicing.
CAUTION: Heavy Equipment and Water Hazard.
Improper installation or misuse can cause death, blindness, and damage to home and HVAC equipment.
Be sure you know how to turn the humidifier off.
CAUTION: Condensation, Fire, and Freezing Water Hazard.
Can cause failure of fan or limit control, or result in water damage to home.
Safety Definitions and Precautions
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Congratulations on your new humidifier.
The Honeywell Humidifier provides the comfort of humidified air, with easier maintenance than traditional
humidifiers. We are sure the humidifier will be a welcome addition to your home.
How is the humidifier different from other flow-through humidifiers?•
All Models:
- The humidifier operates automatically, just like a thermostat, to keep your home’s humidity at the desired
level.
- The humidifier is easier to maintain: just change the pad once a year. The pad is easily accessible and does
not require tools to change it.
- The humidifier can deliver humidity when it’s needed, not just when the heat is on. This allows you to achieve
ideal humidity levels in your home year-round.
Advanced Models:
- The humidifier wastes less water than other flow-through humidifiers.
How should I get started?• Your humidifier must be installed by an HVAC professional. If the humidifier has
just been installed, it should either be running and humidifying your home, or waiting for a humidity call from
the humidity control.
Once the humidifier is running, all you have to do is use the humidity control to change the humidity to your
desired comfort.
Welcome!
Please read this manual completely for tips on getting the most out of your humidifier.
Read your humidity control manual and make sure you know how to operate your system.
If you have questions, now or later, please refer to this manual or ask your installer.
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1. A call for humidity comes from the humidity control
provided with the humidifier. The humidity control
is connected to the humidifier with wires.
2. The solenoid turns on, allowing water to run
through the humidifier pad.
3. Air from your HVAC system flows through the pad,
picking up moisture from the humidifier pad.
4. Your HVAC system fan delivers the humidified air
throughout your home.
5. When humidity in your home reaches the setpoint,
the humidity call ends and the solenoid turns off
the water flowing across the pad.
H8908
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OFFON
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50
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DRY AIR
HUMIDIFIED
AIR
MCR29923
How does the humidifier work?
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The humidifier is available in five models with different sizes and/or features:
Some activities in your home may create longer operating times for the humidifier. Vented fireplaces, high
exhaust from fans, or driers can reduce humidity in your home and make the humidifier work harder.
Your professional installer or salesperson will have considered these and other factors when choosing the best
humidifier model for your unique situation.
MCR29924
This label displays the model number and date code
of your humidifier.
HE100 Delivers up to 12 gallons of humidity into your home. Suitable for homes up to 16,000 cubic feet
in size.
HE150 Delivers up to 12 gallons of humidity into your home. Suitable for homes up to 16,000 cubic feet
in size. Includes automatic damper, status, maintenance, service LEDs, and advanced
operation.
HE200 Delivers up to 17 gallons of humidity into your home. Suitable for homes up to 20,000 cubic feet
in size.
HE250 Delivers up to 17 gallons of humidity into your home. Suitable for homes up to 20,000 cubic feet
in size. Includes automatic damper, status, maintenance, service LEDs, and advanced
operation.
HE300 Delivers up to 18 gallons of humidity into your home. Suitable for homes up to 24,000 cubic feet
in size. Includes automatic damper, status, maintenance, service LEDs, and advanced
operation.
Which humidifier model do I have?
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Your HVAC professional installer will install the humidifier in a proper location in your home, on either the Return
or Supply duct of your HVAC system.
The humidifier bypass model is installed directly onto
the Supply (hot) or Return (cool) air duct of your HVAC
system. Air flows through the humidifier pad in the
humidifier into the duct for distribution throughout your
home.
The humidifier fan model is installed directly onto the
Supply (hot) or Return (cool) air duct of your HVAC
system. The humidifier’s fan draws air through the
humidifier pad in the humidifier and back into the duct
for distribution throughout your home.
MCR29869
RETURN
SUPPLY
How is my humidifier installed?
RETURN
SUPPLY
MCR29947
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MCR29925
COVER OFF
Your humidifier installation includes the following parts and components that you should be familiar with:
Water Connection with Shutoff ValveA.
Provides the connection from your home water
supply to the humidifier. Your installer may
have used the saddle valve that came with the
humidifier, or may have chosen a different type
of connection. This connection must include a
shutoff valve for you to turn off water supply to the
humidifier, if necessary.
Water Supply LineB.
This 1/4-inch line brings water to the humidifier
from the water connection. Your installer may have
used plastic or copper supply line.
Water Drain LineC.
This 1/2-inch hose drains water from the humidifier
to a drain in your home.
LEDs (HE150/HE250/HE300 only)D.
The three lights indicate the humidifier’s
operational status and when service is required.
See “Humidifier lights and button” on page 10.
RESET Button (HE150/HE250/HE300 only)E.
The RESET button is the only user button located
on the humidifier. Use the RESET button to
manually reset the humidifier when the Change
Pad or Service LEDs are on. See “Humidifier lights
and button” on page 10.
Power
The Fan model is plugged into a 120 volt AC
household electrical outlet. Unplug the power cord
to turn off power.
The Bypass models are wired to a 15VA
transformer. To turn off power to these models, trip
the circuit to the junction box the transformer is
connected to.
MCR29880
A
B
C
D
E
What humidifier parts do I need to know?
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Honeywell wants to make sure you know what to expect from your humidifier. Feel free to discuss these items
with your installer:
Achieving Humidity Setpoint.• It may take up to a week of continuous operation to achieve the humidity
setpoint, especially if the home is dry when the humidifier is installed. This also depends on such factors as
weather, size of home, furnishings in the home, and insulation.
Ideal Humidity.• Home building industry experts cite 35% relative humidity as ideal for comfort and
safeguarding the home during the typical dry season. Adjust your humidity control to your comfort or until
there is condensation on the windows. Lower the setpoint if condensation appears.
Unit Not Humidifying.• If the humidifier is not running but the humidity is below the setpoint, the humidity
control may have a frost protection setting to prevent window condensation from appearing. See “What is a
frost setting?” on the next page.
Home Ventilation.• Excessive ventilation sends moist air outside and replaces it with dry air. If the home is
drafty or has mechanical ventilators installed, it may be hard to maintain the humidity setpoint. If installing a
ventilator, use a solution that retains moisture. An Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) is recommended.
Cleaning Requirements.• At least once per year it is recommended to change the humidifier pad and clean
the water trays of the humidifier. See Cleaning and Maintenance section for details.
Energy Consumption.• You may notice a slight increase in overall energy consumption when operating any
humidifier. However, humidified air feels warmer than dry air. This allows you to lower the temperature setting
on the thermostat. Every degree lower on the thermostat can save up to 3% on heating costs.
What should I expect from my humidifier?
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