Honeywell TrueEASE HE100 Operation manual

HOMEOWNER’S OPERATING MANUAL
Humidifier
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Humidifier
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OPERATION
INTRODUCTION SERVICE WARRANTY
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
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YOUR NEW
HUMIDIFIER
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
10
OFFON
20
30 40
50
60
DRY AIR
HUMIDIFIED
AIR
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How does the humidifier work?
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3
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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.
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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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Once the humidifier is installed and running, operation is automatic. Use the humidity control provided to make
any changes to the setpoint.
If you have questions about how to operate the humidifier, ask your installer.
How do I operate the humidifier?
What is a frost setting?• Some humidity controls (such as Prestige, VisionPRO IAQ, and TrueIAQ) contain
a Window Frost Protection feature that limits humidity output based on outdoor conditions. For example,
on colder days, the air in your home can hold less humidity. The humidity control automatically lowers the
humidity setpoint accordingly, to prevent frost from appearing on the inside of your windows.
Lower the frost setting by one value each morning that you see frost or condensation on windows. Allow 24
hours for the new setting to take effect before re-adjusting. Once you have this set to a comfortable level
without condensation, you will not need to adjust further. You can adjust your humidity setpoint without
worrying about condensation.
Manual humidity controls (such as the H8908) do not have built-in frost settings. They require you to adjust
the humidity setpoint when the outdoor temperature changes. Use higher humidity setpoints when the
temperature is warmer, and lower setpoints when the temperature is cooler.
M27982
How do I use the humidity control?• When humidity in
the home is lower than the humidity control’s setpoint,
the control will call for humidity. Some controls will also
monitor outdoor conditions to ensure indoor humidity
does not condense on windows and walls.
What should my humidity setpoint be?• The outdoor
air temperature affects how much humidity can be
retained by the air in your home. Use this table as a
starting point. Then adjust the humidity control to your
own comfort or until condensation appears on the
windows, at which point you should lower the setpoint.
Outdoor Recommended Relative
Temperature Humidity Setting
-20°F (-29°C) 15%
-10°F (-2-3°C) 20%
0°F (-18°C) 25%
10°F (-12°C) 30%
20°F (-7°C) 35%
>20°F (-1°C) 35%
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The three lights provide feedback on humidifier operation.
Humidifying
When this light is on, it indicates the humidifier is
running.
Service
When this light is on, it indicates an operational fault
has occurred. Call an HVAC professional for repair.
Change Pad
When this light is on, it indicates that it is time
to change the humidifier pad. See “Replace the
humidifier pad” on the next page.
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RESET
The RESET button is under the cover. This button
resets the timer that tracks when the humidifier pad
needs changing. When you change the pad, press
the RESET button.
The RESET button also clears a Service light. If the
Service light comes back on after you press the
RESET button, call an HVAC professional for repair.
MCR29927
Humidifier lights and button (HE150/HE250/HE300 only)
Humidifier Model Replacement Pad Part Number
HE300
HE250
HE200
HC26E1004
HE150
HE100
HC22E1003
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It is recommended that the humidifier pad be replaced once per year. This can be done at the beginning or the
end of the dry season. The humidifier design makes this annual replacement quick and easy, providing one-step
access to the pad.
Replace the humidifier pad
Remove tray on top of the pad, and wipe free any sediment present within the tray.2.
Replace the old pad with the new, making sure pad is oriented correctly (see pad box). Wipe free any3.
sediment present inside the pad frame.
Humidifier Model Replacement Pad Part Number
HE300
HE250
HE200
HC26E1004
HE150
HE100
HC22E1003
Reseat the tray on top of the pad with the arrows inside the tray pointing4. into the duct. Then reinsert the frame
into the humidifier.
Bypass:
Pad can be replaced from the side by gripping1a.
the black handle and pulling out, or from the
front by removing the humidifier’s top cover
and rocking the pad forward and out.
Humidifier pad might remove from other side
of the humidifier, depending on installation.
Fan:
Pad can be replaced from the front by gripping1b.
the black handle and pulling out.
MCR29886
MCR29885
25%
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What should I do at the end of the season?
At the end of the humidifying season:
Turn the humidistat to Off.1.
Shut off the water valve on the water supply line to the humidifier.2.
On Basic models HE100 and HE200:
Turn the Damper Position knob on the bypass outlet so that it is perpendicular to the bypass outlet.3.
Remember to turn the Damper Position knob on the bypass outlet back to its original (open) position at the4.
beginning of the next dry season.
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Troubleshooting
What if I am having a problem with the humidifier?
If you have difficulty with the humidifier, please try the following suggestions. Most problems can be corrected
quickly and easily.
Problem What To Look For What To Do
Low humidity Furnace blower not
operating
Reset circuit breaker or check for blown fuse.1.
Check that the furnace power is on.2.
Check the humidity control setting.3.
Call a professional heating contractor4.
Rapid air changes or
drafts
Keep doors and windows closed.1.
Close fireplace damper when not in use.2.
Keep exhaust fan running time to a minimum.3.
Seal around doors and windows.4.
High humidity Condensation on walls Turn off humidity control and water until condensation is completely1.
evaporated.
Heavy condensation on
windows
Turn humidity control down low enough to eliminate condensation1.
caused by moisture. If moisture persists, more ventilation is needed.
Replace Pad
light is blinking
(HE150/HE250/
HE300)
This is the yearly
maintenance reminder to
replace the pad inside the
humidifier
Replace the pad for your humidifier model.1.
See “Replace the humidifier pad” section for details.2.
Once pad is replaced, press the RESET button under the wire cover.3.
Service light is on
(HE150/HE250)
The damper inside the
bypass has failed to open
completely or the air
proving switch sensed a
lack of air movement
Press the RESET button under the wire cover.1.
If fault persists, call an HVAC professional.2.
Service light is on
(HE300)
The fan motor has failed
or the air proving switch
sensed a lack of air
movement
Press the RESET button under the wire cover.1.
If fault persists, call an HVAC professional.2.
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a period of five (5) years from the date of purchase by the consumer. If at any time during the warranty period the product is
determined to be defective or malfunctions, Honeywell shall repair or replace it (at Honeywell’s option).
If the product is defective,
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QUOTIDIEN
INTRODUCTION SERVICE GARANTIE
NETTOYAGE ET
ENTRETIEN
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VOTRE NOUVEAU
HUMIDIFICATEUR
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INTRODUCTION
Définitions et précautions relatives à la sécurité .... 2
Bienvenue................................. 3
En quoi l’humidificateur est-il différent des
autres humidificateurs à circulation directe? . . . . 3
Par quoi dois-je commencer?................ 3
Comment fonctionne l’humidificateur? . . . . . . . . . . . 4
VOTRE NOUVEAU HUMIDIFICATEUR
Quel modèle d’humidificateur
ai-je en ma possession?.................... 5
Comment mon humidificateur
est-ilinstallé?............................ 6
Quelles sont les pièces de l’humidificateur
qu’il importe de connaître?.................. 7
Que dois-je attendre de l’humidificateur? . . . . . . . . . 8
FONCTIONNEMENT QUOTIDIEN
Comment fonctionne l’humidificateur? . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Comment utiliser le régulateur d’humidité? . . . . . 9
Comment établir le point de
consigne d’humidité? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Qu’est-ce que le réglage de protection
contre le gel?.......................... 9
Voyants et bouton de l’humidificateur . . . . . . . . . . . 10
NETTOYAGE ET ENTRETIEN
Remplacement du tampon de l’humidificateur . . . . 11
Que dois-je faire à la fin de la saison? . . . . . . . . . . 12
Dépannage............................... 13
GARANTIE
Garantie limitée de 5 ans..................... 14

INTRODUCTION
L’installation doit être faite par un technicien d’expérience ayant
reçu la formation pertinente.
Lire attentivement ces instructions. Le fait de ne pas les suivre risque d’endommager le produit ou de constituer
un danger.
Veuillez lire ce manuel dans son intégralité. Il est important de comprendre le fonctionnement de
l’humidificateur et de savoir exécuter les procédures d’entretien requises en toute sécurité. Assurez-vous de
lire et de comprendre toutes les étiquettes faisant mention de consignes de sécurité qui sont apposées sur
l’humidificateur ou à proximité de ce dernier. Ces étiquettes fournissent des instructions supplémentaires et des
consignes de sécurité importantes.
Définitions relatives à la sécurité
L’information portant sur l’identification des termes de sécurité doit être lue.
MISE EN GARDE : Indique une situation dangereuse qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, risque d’endommager le
produit ou de causer des blessures corporelles.
AVERTISSEMENT : Indique une situation dangereuse qui, si elle n’est pas évitée, risque de causer des
blessures graves, voire mortelles.
Précautions relatives à la sécurité
AVERTISSEMENT : Risque d’électrocution.
L’humidificateur utilise une tension de 120 V c.a. qui peut causer des blessures graves, voire mortelles.
Prenez des précautions lors de l’entretien de l’humidificateur ou pour retirer son couvercle. En cas de
doute, débranchez l’humidificateur de même que l’équipement CVCA avant d’effectuer les travaux de
réparation.
MISE EN GARDE : Matériel lourd et risque de dégâts d’eau.
Une installation incorrecte ou une mauvaise utilisation peuvent causer la mort, la cécité, des dégâts
matériels et des défaillances de l’équipement de CVCA. Assurez-vous de bien savoir éteindre
l’humidificateur.
MISE EN GARDE : Risque de condensation, d’incendie et de gel de l’eau.
Peut causer la défaillance du ventilateur ou du limiteur, de même que des dégâts d’eau domestiques.
Définitions et précautions relatives à la sécurité
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