HumminGuru HG01 User manual

HumminGuru
Ultrasonic
Vinyl Record
Cleaner
Model No. : HG01
Owner’s Manual
Thank you for
buying HumminGuru
Ultrasonic Vinyl Record
Cleaner. To apply this
product safely and
properly, please read
the manual thoroughly
and well understand
before use. After
reading, please keep
the manual handy.

Create a new standard of affordable luxury that every
vinyl record enthusiasts can enjoy.

Contents
Safety Precaution . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
WARNING : The Power Adapter� � � � � � � � � � � � 1
WARNING : The Machine � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2
CAUTION � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 2
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Part Names � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 3
Side Panel � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 4
Control Panel � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 5
Removable Water Tank � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 6
Maintenance Tool � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 7
Machine Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using the Machine. . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Auto Mode � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11
Cleaning Mode � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 12
Drying Mode� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 13
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Clean the Water Tank � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 15
Clean the Water Basin Filter � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 16
Clean the Water Basin � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 16
Air Filter Replacement� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 17
Water Filter Replacement � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 18
Rotation Wheels Replacement � � � � � � � � � � � � � 19
Machine Storage � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 20
Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Product Specication . . . . . . . . . . 23
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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Safety Precaution IMPORTANT! Read all instructions carefully before use and keep it for future reference.
HumminGuru ultrasonic vinyl record cleaner is limited to cleaning vinyl records that
are made out of polyvinyl chloride only. This page is mainly referred to the safety
precaution to prevent the property damage and the danger to the users and others.
After understanding the indication and the symbols clearly, please read thoroughly
and follow the instructions strictly. If the power adapter is damaged,
you must have it replaced by the
manufacturer in order to avoid hazards
(please contact us for replacement).
indicates prohibition (must not do).
The details of the prohibition will be
instructed by sentences or illustration
nearby or in the symbol.
*1: Severe injuries mean to get an electric
shock, short circuit, and ignition.
*2: Getting injured mean you get wound
and electric shock.
*3: Property damages means the damage
to the accommodations, properties, the
machine, and vinyl records, etc.
indicates mandatory (must do).
The details of the mandatory will be
instructed by sentences or illustration
nearby or in the symbol.
Indicating “when the product is
used wrongly, it may cause severe
injuries*1 and death.”
Indicating “when the product is
used wrongly, the user may get
injured*2 or the product may cause
property damage*3.
Symbol Explanation
WARNING
WARNING : The Power
Adapter
CAUTION
• DO NOT connect the product
to the power source that is not
specied in the owner’s manual
• DO NOT scratch, bend, pull, twist
the power adapter and the
power cord�
• DO NOT put the heavy objects,
pinch, or modify the power cord�
• DO NOT place the power adapter
and cable near the heating source�
• DO NOT use if the power adapter
or the power plug is damaged
or loose�
• DO NOT touch, pull, or insert the
power plug with wet hands�
• Keep the machine and its cord out
of reach from the children�
Prohibited
Mandatory
Disassemble
is prohibited
Unplug
Soaking is
prohibited
Wet hand is
prohibited

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• The machine must be properly
grounded on a at surface at
all time�
• Place the vinyl record properly
on both rotation wheels and
the water basin lter slot.
• DO NOT disassemble, x, repair,
or modify the machine in any way
(unless indicated in the manual)�
• DO NOT expose the machine
to water or immerse the
machine in water�
• If overheated, give space and turn
off the machine to let it cool off�
• DO clean the power plug and
the power adapter regularly with
dry cloth�
• DO fully t the power plug into
the wall power outlet�
• DO unplug the appliance when
the product is not in use�
• DO unplug the appliance when
cleaning or replacing the air
lter, the water lter, and the
water basin lter.
• DO unplug the appliance when
pouring water into the
water basin�
• Insert the power plug into the
power port completely�
• DO NOT move or tilt the
machine during operation�
• DO NOT ll the water basin with
water exceeding the maximum
water level�
• DO NOT pause or power off
the machine during the water
draining process�
• DO NOT clean and dry anything
except vinyl records.
• DO NOT insert more than one
vinyl record into the cleaner�
• DO NOT operate the machine
without water inside of the
water basin�
• DO NOT put foreign body, hot
water, and any other forms of
liquid except water.
WARNING : The Machine CAUTION
This appliance can be used by children
aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision. The appliance
is only to be used with the power supply
unit provided with the appliance.

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Overview
This package includes:
Ultrasonic vinyl record cleaner
Cleaner lid
Power adapter and cable
Owner’s manual
Removable water tank
Maintenance tool
Replacement kit
• 2 pairs of rotation wheels
• 5 pieces of air lter
• 5 pieces of water lter
Part Names
Removable Water Tank
Control Panel
Maintenance Tool
Water Basin Filter
Rotation Wheels
Water Basin
Drying Fan
Power Port
Detachable Air Filter
Compartment
Power Button
Drying Time Setting Switch
Cleaner Lid
( Including a water tank lid,
a detachable water lter slot
and a water lter )
(Compatible with 100 - 240 v)
Power Adapter and Cable
**The replacement kit is not included in Kickstarter order.
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Side Panel
Power
Button
Drying Time
Setting Switch
Power
Port
5 minutes
drying time
10 minutes
drying time
CAUTION
• DO NOT disconnect the power adapter during any
operation cycle�
• DO NOT change the drying time setting during
any operation cycle�
• Turn off the machine before unplugging the power
adapter from the machine or the wall power outlet�
The side panel has a power button, a drying time setting switch,
and a power port. Connect the power adapter and cable to the
power port and the wall power outlet and then press the power
button to turn on the machine.
Drying Time Setting
The slide switch for drying time setting gives user the option
to select the drying duration for the optimal drying result. For
the rst time use, the default setting is 5 minutes of drying.
Sliding the switch to the right will change the drying time to 10
minutes for the modes that involve drying function. The choice
of drying time is subject to the condition of the vinyl record, the
temperature, and the relative humidity of the environment.

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Control Panel
Drying Mode
Auto Mode
Start / Pause
Cleaning Mode
2 minutes of cleaning
5 minutes of cleaning
2 minutes auto 5 minutes auto
5 or 10 minutes of drying

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Removable Water Tank
The removable water tank is located on the left side of the
machine. The capacity of the water tank is 400 ml. Four different
water levels (100, 200, 300, 400 ml) and the water level guides
for 7”, 10”, and 12” vinyl records are indicated.
Notice
• Must set the water tank with the lid in place before starting
any operation cycle�
• DO NOT remove the water tank during any operation cycle�
• The water level indication guides are for your reference
only� The optimal water level should be based on the
distance from the edge of your record to the water level
that is slightly above the outer ring of the deadwax area.
7“
12”
100
200
300
400
ml
The water level indication for 12” and 7”
record (for reference only)
The water level indication for 12” record
also applies to 10” record.
The maximum water level is 400 ml.
Water Volume
CAUTION
• DO NOT ll the water tank with water to a level
exceeding 400 ml. Failing to do so may result
electrical shock or machine damage due to water spill�

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Maintenance Tool
3Maximum & 7” record
12” & 10” record
Minimum
**Go to page 16 and 19 to learn how to use
the tool for the water basin lter cleaning and
rotation wheels replacement.
Notice
• The water level guide is for your reference only� The
optimal water level should be based on the distance from
the edge of your record to the water level that is slightly
above the outer ring of the dead wax area.
Rotation Wheel
Replacement Jig
Water Level
Indicator
Water Level
Water Basin
Filter Remover
The maintenance tool is designed to fulll three main tasks.
It can be used to replace the rotation wheel, remove the
water basin lter and work as a water level indicator.

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How to use the maintenance tool as a water level indicator
45˚
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2.
3.
Vertically place the tool
into the water basin.
Insert the tool into the lter
slot and rotate it 45˚ clockwise
to secure the tool.
Pour in water and check the
water level based on the size of
your record.
CAUTION
• DO NOT ll the water
tank with water to a level
exceeding 400ml.
• DO NOT bend, pull, and
twist the tool when it is
inserted in the lter slot.
Failing to do so may break
or loosen the water
basin lter.
• DO NOT allow children to
play with the maintenance
tool�
• DO NOT bend, twist, or
break the maintenance tool�
• DO NOT discard the tool�

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Machine Setup
Fill the water tank with distilled
water and pour it into the water
basin. Insert the water tank
back into the cleaner.
5.
Push the power button to turn
on the machine
4.
Place on level surface
Open the lid
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2.
1. Connect the power cable to
the power adapter.
2. Connect the power adapter
to the machine.
3. Plug the power plug to the
wall power outlet.
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CAUTION
• DO NOT ll the water tank
with distilled water to a
level exceeding 400ml.
• DO NOT ll the water
basin directly from
the faucet�
• Gently insert the record
with both hands into the
water basin�
Insert the 12” record into the
water basin as shown
6. Select a mode and press start.
You will be alerted with a blue
light when the cycle nishes.
7.
Use HumminGuru record adapter
for 7” and 10” record. Visit
humminguru.com for purchase.
**Go to page 14 to
understand the light indication
of the start / pause button.
Use Distilled Water
Use distilled water only for the best
cleaning result. Avoid using water
from the tap as the limescale in
tap water may leave residue on the
pipes of the machine.
Do not use unauthorized cleaning
agents or uids unless it is specied
in the manual. Doing so will void
the warranty.

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The auto mode is an automatic cycle that cleans and drys your record in one step.
There are two settings available.
This setting involves the cycle of 2
minutes of ultrasonic washing, water
draining, and 5 or 10 minutes of drying.
Select this setting by pressing the “auto”
button once and one LED light will start
blinking. Press the “start/pause” button
to start the quick cleaning cycle.
This setting involves the cycle of 5
minutes of ultrasonic washing, water
draining, and 5 or 10 minutes of drying.
Select this setting by pressing the “auto”
button twice and two LED lights will start
blinking. Press the “start/pause” button
to start the deep cleaning cycle.
There are three modes options to select
based on your preferences.
1. Auto Mode
2. Cleaning only Mode
3. Drying only Mode
Setting 1: Auto Quick Cleaning Setting 2: Auto Deep Cleaning
( 1 LED white light is shown ) ( 2 LED white light is shown )
Using the Machine
Notice:
• The draining process is set to be 38
seconds long. Air extraction sounds
at the end of the draining cycle are
normal�
• The “Pause”button is disabled during
the draining process�
• Select your desired drying time of 5
minutes ( ) / 10 minutes ( ) on the side
panel before you start the Auto or the
Drying only mode�
Auto Mode
SELECT THE MODE

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Setting 1: 2 Minutes Cleaning Setting 2: 5 Minutes Cleaning
( 1 LED white light is shown ) ( 2 LED white light is shown )
CAUTION
• DO NOT move, pull, or
push the record during
any operation�
• DO NOT change the
drying time setting during
any operation�
• DO NOT start any cycle
without water added
in the water basin at a
minimum water level�
• DO NOT run the machine
over an hour� Allow the
machine to cool off for at
least 30 minutes�
Cleaning Mode
The cleaning mode allows the user to run the cleaning mode separately, without a
drying cycle. There are two settings available.
This setting is suitable for new records
or records that have light dust on them.
Select this setting by pressing the
“clean” button once and one LED light
will start blinking. Press the “start/
pause” button to start the 2 minutes of
cleaning cycle.
This setting is recommended to use for
records that are considerably dirty.
Select this setting by pressing the
“clean” button twice and two LED
lights will start blinking. Press the “start/
pause” button to start the 5 minutes of
cleaning cycle.

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The drying mode allows the user to drain
water out from the water basin and run
the drying mode separately, without a
washing cycle.
There are two drying time settings
available.
Setting 1: 5 Minutes Drying
Setting 2: 10 Minutes Drying
Select the desired drying time based
on the condition of the vinyl record, the
temperature, and the relative humidity of
the environment. Go to the side panel and
slide the switch to choose the setting.
Press the “dry” button once and press
the “start/pause” button to start the
drying cycle.
The drying time applies to all modes that
involve the drying function.
Drying Mode
Notice:
• Do not switch the drying time setting
during the drying cycle�
• The pause function is disabled during
the draining process that lasts for
about 38 seconds�
Cleaning Tips
For user who would like to
clean the record for a longer
time, select the 5 Minutes
Cleaning in Cleaning only
mode to clean the record for 5
minutes in advance. Then select
the Auto Deep Cleaning in
Auto mode to nish off. The
ultrasonic cleaning duration will
be 10 minutes in total�
User can always extend the
cleaning duration by applying
the same method as above�
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Select a mode and
press the start/pause
button. The cycle will
begin to operate.
Press the start/pause button
and the light will turn into a
blinking red light. To resume
the operation, press the
start/pause light again.
To Start
To Pause / Resume
Pause the cycle and
then long press the
start/pause button for 3
seconds until the blinking
white light appears.
3 seconds
To Cancel
You will be alerted with a
solid blue light when the
cycle completes. Press
the start/pause button to
reset the machine.
Completion
START/PAUSE Light Indication
Blinking White Light
Standby
Solid White Light
Operating
Blinking Red Light
Pause
Solid Red Light
Error
( Indicating water tank not in place )
Solid Blue Light
Cycle Complete

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Maintenance
Clean the Water Tank
Select the “dry”mode and press
start to drain water out from the
water basin completely.
Pour away the water in the water tank.
And rinse the water tank, the lid,
the lter slot, and the water lter
thoroughly.
SINK
CAUTION
• DO NOT clean the water
tank with the dish washer
or the dish dryer�
• DO NOT move the
machine if there is water
inside the water basin
or the water tank� Doing
so may result in product
damage�
To extend the service life of the
cleaner, it is recommended to conduct
preventive maintenance and cleaning of
the facility on a regular basis.

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Clean the Water Basin Filter
The water basin lter is located at the bottom of the water
basin. Insert the maintenance tool vertically into the water
basin lter slot and turn 45º clockwise to pull out the lter
for cleaning.
45˚ click
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Clean the Water Basin
Wipe the water basin with a damp cloth. Tips: warp the
damp cloth around the maintenance tool and use it to
wipe the water basin thoroughly. Make sure the water
basin lter has been taken out.

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Air Filter Replacement
The washable and replaceable air lter is installed under the
side panel of the machine to trap external particles generated
during the drying cycle. It is recommended to rinse the air lter
with water on a regular basis and air dry completely before use.
Check the wearing status. Replace it with a new lter when it
starts to wear out. To replace, take out the air lter housing
from the bottom of the machine and insert the new lter into
the housing slot. Then, put the lter housing back into the air
lter compartment.
CAUTION
• DO NOT cover the ventilation opening at the
side of the machine. Free airow is required for
proper functioning of the machine�
• DO NOT take out the air lter housing when
there is water remaining in the water tank or the
water basin�
• DO NOT take out the air lter housing during
any operation cycle�
Air Filter Compartment
Air Filter Housing
Air Filter