Westinghouse WSHUJ2158B User manual

Digital Cool Mist Ultrasonic Tower Humidifier
Humidificateur vertical numérique à ultrasons à
air froid
Instruction Manual / Manuel d’instructions
WSHUJ2158B
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CONTENT
SAFETY INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS....................................................................... 4
BATTERIES ....................................................................................................... 7
INSTALLATION LOCATION ........................................................................ 8
HOW TO USE
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS ........................................................................... 9
BEFORE FIRST USE ...................................................................................... 10
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................... 14
CLEANING AND CARE
CLEANING ........................................................................................................ 16
CLEANING THE BASE.................................................................................. 16
CLEANING THE WATER TANK ................................................................. 17
REPLACING THE FILTER............................................................................. 18
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................... 19
DISPOSAL............................................................................................... 20
INFORMATION AND SERVICE........................................................... 20
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Read this instruction manual carefully before using the appliance
and keep it for future reference.
1. Use the appliance only for its intended purpose. Improper
use may result in an electric shock, fire or serious injury and
may void the warranty.
2. Before connecting the appliance to the power supply, check
that the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds with
the voltage in your home. If this is not the case, do not use the
appliance and contact the retail outlet immediately.
3. Only connect the appliance to an earthed wall socket.
The power cord has a short design to prevent accidents. Do
not use an extension cord.
4. This appliance is for household use only. It is not suitable for
commercial, industrial, or outdoor use.
5. This appliance is intended to be used in households and similar
applications such as:
- sta kitchen areas in shops, oces and other working
environments;
- farm houses;
- by clients in hotels, motels, and other residential type
environments;
- bed and breakfast type environments.
6. Ensure the vapor nozzle and water tank are firmly attached
to the base before each use. Do not open the vapor nozzle or
water tank when the appliance is switched on.
7. Do not move the appliance when it is switched on and / or
full of water.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
DANGER
DANGER – Immediate hazards
which WILL result in severe
personal injury or death
WARNING
WARNING – Hazards or unsafe
practices which COULD result in
severe personal injury or death
WARNING
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed, including the following
CAUTION
CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe
practices which COULD result in
minor personal injury
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SAFETY INFORMATION
8. Only use the humidifier with the power base supplied.
9. The use of accessories or fittings other than the original parts
supplied with this appliance may result in an injury, fire or
damages and will void the warranty.
10. Do not add water into the base directly.
11. Only use aromatherapy or essential oil products with this
humidifier.
12. Do not add the oil directly into the water tank or base of the
humidifier as it may damage the plastic seals and cause leaks.
13. If the appliance gives o an abnormal odor or makes abnormal
sounds, immediately turn it o and unplug it from the power
supply.
14. Do not use the appliance when the water tank is empty.
15. Do not use the appliance in extreme cold temperatures when
the liquid inside may freeze, as this can cause damage to the
appliance. If frozen, wait until the ice has fully melted before
use.
16. Follow the cleaning and maintenance instructions detailed in
the CLEANING AND CARE section of this instruction manual.
17. Do not immerse the appliance or electrical parts of the
appliance in water or any other liquids. Never place them under
running water (see CLEANING AND CARE).
18. To prevent spillages, do not fill the humidifier above its capacity
of 6.5 liters.
19. This appliance can be used by children aged from eight years
and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental abilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, if they are
properly supervised or instructed how to use the appliance
in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children
should not play with the appliance. Cleaning, maintenance or
connecting the appliance to the power supply should not be
made by children under the age of eight.
20. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF BABIES AND CHILDREN – Keep
the appliance and its cord out of the reach of children younger
than eight years of age.
21. Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
22. Never leave the appliance unattended while it is switched
on.
23. DANGER OF ELECTROCUTION! Do not expose the
appliance or electrical parts of the appliance to dripping or
splashing water.
24. DANGER OF ELECTROCUTION! Do not touch or operate
the appliance with wet hands or while standing on a wet floor.
25. Do not connect this appliance to an external timer or remote
control system.
26. To unplug, pull the adapter plug out. Do not pull on the cord.
27. If the power cord or adapter plug is damaged, do not use
the appliance. The power cord must be replaced by the
manufacturer, an authorized service agent or a similarly
qualified person.
28. Use only spare parts supplied by the manufacturer or an
authorized service center.
29. Do not under any circumstances attempt to repair the
appliance. For servicing and repairs, contact the retail outlet,
the manufacturer, or an authorized service center.
30. RISK OF SUFFOCATION! KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN – Keep all packaging materials out of the reach of
babies and children.
31. CAUTION! To avoid an electric shock, fire, or injury:
- Make sure the appliance cannot be knocked over or upset and
no water spillage can occur when you are connecting it to the
power supply.
- Keep the humidifier and the power cord away from the edge
of tables or countertops and out of the reach of children.
- Always unplug the appliance before refilling with water,
overfilling, cleaning, storing, and immediately after use.
- Do not let water splash into the electric components inside
the base.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
BATTERIES
WARNING:
1. Keep new and used batteries out of children’s reach.
2. Do not leave batteries lying around; there is a risk that they
could be swallowed by children or pets. If swallowed, consult a
doctor immediately.
3. Leaking or damaged batteries can burn skin. Use a cloth or
protective gloves to remove the batteries and dispose of them
in accordance with local regulations. If you do get battery acid
on your skin, wash with soap and water immediately. Neutralize
with lemon juice, vinegar, or other mild acid.
4. If battery acid gets into your eyes, consult a doctor
immediately.
5. Batteries cannot not be reactivated, disassembled, burned,
buried, or short-circuited. There is a risk of explosion!
6. Do not recharge normal, non-rechargeable batteries. There is a
risk of explosion! Only charge rechargeable batteries that are
intended for this purpose; use suitable rechargeable battery
chargers.
7. The batteries must be replaced correctly using an identical or
equivalent battery.
8. The batteries must be inserted with the correct polarity (+ and
-).
9. Dispose of batteries in accordance with local regulations.
10. Do not expose batteries to heat sources such as sunlight or
naked flames. Keep at room temperature.
11. Do not throw batteries into a fire as they could burst or release
toxic substances.
12. If the battery compartment does not close correctly, stop using
the unit and keep it out of children’s reach.
13. Always remove batteries before cleaning, inspecting, or
performing any maintenance on the appliance.
14. Remove used batteries immediately from the unit and discard
them in accordance with local regulations.
15. Remove the batteries when you are not using the unit for a
long time.
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RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SAFETY INFORMATION
INSTALLATION LOCATION
• Do not place this product close to a heat source such as a stove
to prevent it from being damaged or causing a fire or injury.
• Place the appliance at least 1.67 feet away from furniture. Make
sure there is at least 4.17 feet of space above the appliance.
Ensure the appliance is at least 6.67 feet away from other
household electrical appliances such as a TV.
• Always place the appliance on a stable, flat, dry, and heat-
resistant surface.
• Never allow the power cord to hang over the edge of a worktop
or table or touch any hot surface.
• Do not allow the power cord to touch any sharp edges or
corners.
NOTE: Neither Westinghouse nor the dealer can accept any liability
for damage to the product or personal injury resulting from failure
to observe the correct electrical connection procedures.
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HOW TO USE
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS
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1
3
4
5
6
7
8
17
16
15
14 18
19
13
12
11
9
20
21
22
Inside the water tank
Inside the base
LED screen and icons
210
Remote
control
Control
panel
23
24
25
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Humidifer
1. AC adapter cord and plug
2. Aroma oil tray
3. AC adapter connector
(on the back of the base)
4. Base
5. Water tank
6. Vapor nozzle
7. LED screen
8. Control panel
9. Timer icon
10. Humidity icon
11. Temperature icon
12. Vapor level indicator – high,
medium, and low
13. Power on / off icon
14. Float ball
15. Foam packaging (remove)
16. Ceramic ball filter slot
17. Ceramic ball filter
18. Oscillator
19. Air intake
20. Low water level indicator
21. Temperature / humidity
display
22. Timer settings
Remote control and control panel
23. POWER button
24. HUMIDITY button
25. TIMER button
NOTE: All images shown are for illustrative purposes only and may
not be an exact representation of the product model.
BEFORE FIRST USE
• Remove all packaging from the appliance taking care to locate
the smaller items such as:
1. The remote control which is in the wrapping on top of the
humidifier.
2. The package stored in the base which contains the ceramic ball
filter and adapter.
1
2
HOW TO USE
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HOW TO USE
• Unpack all parts and check for damage that may have occurred
during transport. If any parts are damaged or missing, do not
use the appliance and return it to your retail outlet immediately.
SETTING UP THE REMOTE CONTROL
Pull the plastic film from the battery compartment. The battery is
now active, and you can use the remote control.
Remote control Insulating film
PULL
CHANGING THE BATTERY
Battery carriage
Release
Tab
SN CR2025
OPEN
PUSH
1. Push the release button inwards and pull the battery casing
out. Remove the old battery.
2. Insert 1 x CR2025 3V battery into the battery casing ensuring
you follow the polarity (+ and -) marked on the casing.
3. Slide the battery casing back into the remote control until you
hear it click firmly into place.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR HUMIDIFIER
• The humidifier takes 6.5 liters of water, which provides 15 to 27
hours of humidifying action (depending on the vapor level you
choose).
• The humidifier has 3 vapor levels – high, medium, and low, and
can be set to maintain your desired humidity level.
• The timer keeps the humidifier on for a set time up to 8 hours.
• An aromatherapy oil or essential oil can be used to gently
perfume the room.
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SETTING UP THE HUMIDIFIER
1. Find a location for the humidifier where the appliance is:
• On a stable, even surface where it cannot be easily knocked
over.
• Place the appliance at least 1.67 feet away from furniture. Make
sure there is at least 4.17 feet of space above the appliance.
Make sure the appliance is at least 6.67 feet away from other
household electrical appliances such as a TV.
• Away from windows and is not used for long periods in a
closed room as condensation may occur.
2. Lift o the vapor nozzle from the water tank. Separate the base
from the water tank.
3. In the base, remove the foam packaging from the float ball.
4. Place the water tank on the base.
5. Make sure the foam packaging has been removed from the
ceramic ball filter. Push the filter into the filter slot in the
bottom of the water tank.
NOTE: Replace the ceramic ball filter after 3000 hours of use.
HOW TO USE
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6. Use a jug to fill the water tank with clean water (no warmer
than room temperature). The tank takes approximately 6.5 liters
of water.
NOTE: We recommend you use distilled water to prevent the
build-up of scale that will occur if tap water is used.
7. Put the vapor nozzle back onto the water tank making sure that
the vapor nozzle is facing forwards. Wipe o any excess water
from the exterior.
NOTE: If the humidifier has been stored in a particularly cool
place i.e. below 5°C, wait 30 minutes to warm up before turning
it on.
8. Plug the power cord into the base of the humidifier and then
plug the adapter into the mains socket. The humidifier will beep
and the power on icon will light up. The humidifier is now in
standby mode.
HOW TO USE
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: The buttons for operating the appliance on the humidifier’s
control panel and the remote control are the same.
1. Touch the ON / OFF button repeatedly to turn the humidifier
on and select one of the vapor settings:
Vapor Level Indicator Meaning
Up to 7 bars High level vapor
Up to 5 bars Medium level vapor
Up to 3 bars Low level vapor
LED screen is o and only the
power on icon displays
The humidifier is o and in
standby mode
When the humidifier is on, the relative humidity and temperature
will display alternately on the LED screen.
2. Touch the HUMIDITY button repeatedly to set the humidity
level from 40% to 85%. The humidity level increases in
increments of 5%.
NOTE: To confirm a setting, do not press any buttons for a few
seconds and the setting will be confirmed and the screen will
automatically go back to showing the current humidity and
temperature. The vapor will turn on and o as necessary to
maintain the set humidity level.
3. Touch the TIMER button repeatedly to set the timer to turn the
vapor o in 1, 2, 4 and 8 hours as shown on the LED screen.
NOTE: Once you have completed the setting, do not press any
buttons for a few seconds and the screen will automatically go
back to showing the current humidity and temperature, as well
as the timer icon and the number of hours.
4. When the water level is low, the low water level indicator will
appear red on the LED screen and 10 beeps will sound. Make
sure you refill the water tank or turn o the appliance.
NOTE: If the water level is too low for a prolonged period, the
humidifier’s inbuilt protection system will turn the humidifier
o.
5. To turn o the humidifier at any time, touch the ON / OFF
button until the LED screen turns o.
HOW TO USE
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6. Unplug the power cord from the base of the humidifier and
then unplug the adapter from the mains socket to fully turn o
the humidifier. The power on icon will no longer display.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
The remote control’s buttons function in the same way as the
buttons on the humidifier’s control panel. Please refer to the
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS section for more information on the
buttons.
Point the remote control at the humidifier making sure there
are no obstacles between the remote control and humidifier’s
infrared sensor. The remote control can connect to the humidifier
within 16.5 feet. The operating range may vary depending on the
brightness of the room.
NOTE: Do not expose the infrared remote sensor to direct sunlight
or other strong light, such as a florescent light.
USING THE AROMA OIL DIFFUSER
IMPORTANT – Always make sure the humidifier is turned o
before adding the aromatherapy or essential oil.
1. Pull out the aroma oil tray and if not already inserted, put in the
sponge.
2. Add the aromatherapy or essential oil until the sponge is
soaked. If some oil spills outside the aroma oil tray, wipe it up
before proceeding.
NOTE: We recommend using aromatherapy or essential oils
with antibacterial and antifungal properties.
3. Slide the tray back into place and turn on the humidifier.
NOTE: Do not add the aromatherapy or essential oil directly in
the water tank or base of the humidifier.
HOW TO USE
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CLEANING AND CARE
• CAUTION - Always unplug the humidifier from the mains
socket and let it cool down before cleaning.
• Do not immerse the base or power cord in water / liquids or
allow moisture to come into contact with these parts.
• Never use solvents, bacteriostat, chemical or abrasive cleaning
agents, wire brushes, sharp objects or scouring pads to clean
the product.
CLEANING
• Clean the appliance every 2 to 3 days to remove any film or
scale build-up.
• Regular cleaning increases the lifespan of the humidifier.
• Always clean the appliance before storing it for a long time.
• Store the appliance in its original packaging or in a cool, dust-
free, dry environment away from direct sunlight.
CLEANING THE BASE
1. Remove the water tank from the base.
2. Pour o any water away from the air intake to ensure that
it does not flow into the inside of the base and damage the
internal components.
3. Clean the ceramic surface of the oscillator in the base with
a soft toothbrush. For stubborn stains or scale, use a small
amount of the vinegar solution (1 part vinegar to 3 parts water)
to clean the oscillator. oscillator
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4. Use a dry cloth to clean the inside of the base. Make sure you
remove any scale particularly around the float ball and the
oscillator.
5. A damp cloth can be used to clean the outside of the base.
6. Take out the aroma oil tray and sponge from the base and wash
in a mild detergent solution.
7. Reassemble only when all parts are thoroughly dry.
CLEANING THE WATER TANK
1. Remove the vapor nozzle from the water tank.
2. Separate the water tank from the base.
3. Lift out the ceramic ball filter in the bottom of the water tank.
Remove it and rinse well in water.
4. Use a solution of 1 part vinegar to 3 parts water to clean
the vapor nozzle and water tank. Alternatively, a warm, mild
detergent solution can be used to clean these parts.
5. Rinse the items thoroughly.
6. Using a clean cloth, wipe any deposits and excess water from
the parts and dry thoroughly.
NOTE: Clean the water tank and vapor nozzle with a vinegar
solution once a week.
Water
(3 parts)
Distilled
Vinegar
(1 part)
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CLEANING AND CARE
REPLACING THE FILTER
1. Remove the vapor nozzle from the water tank.
2. Separate the water tank from the base.
3. Pull the filter out of the filter slot in the bottom of the water
tank.
4. Put the new filter into the filter slot and push until is firmly
secured in place.
5. Reassemble the humidifier.
NOTE: We recommend that you replace the filter after 3000 hours
of use under normal circumstances. If the water in your area is
hard, you will need to change the filter more frequently to prevent
a build-up of limescale in the appliance and reduce the potential
for white limescale powder being emitted from the vapor nozzle.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible Cause Solution
The
appliance
will not
turn on.
• The power cord
or adapter plug
is loose or not
connected.
• Check the power cord and
adapter plug. Make sure
they are firmly connected
to the mains socket and
base, respectively.
The
appliance
is not
working.
• There is not enough
water in the water
tank.
• There is too much
water in the water
tank.
• The water tank
is incorrectly
connected to the
base.
• The appliance is
tilting.
• The appliance is not
producing enough
vapor. There is a
build-up of dust or
scale.
• The ceramic ball
filter is dirty and
water is not coming
into the water basin.
• The appliance is not
producing enough
vapor as the water is
too cold.
• Refill the tank.
• Remove some of the
water.
• Firmly reattach the water
tank to the base.
• Place the appliance on a
stable, even surface.
• Touch the POWER button
to increase the vapor level.
• Clean the vapor nozzle,
the inside of the base
and the water tank (see
CLEANING AND CARE).
• Check the float ball and
oscillator in the base are
working and not damaged.
Clean if necessary (see
CLEANING AND CARE).
If damaged, take the
appliance to a qualified
service provider for repair.
• Rinse the ceramic ball
filter under tap water.
• Put some warm water in
the water tank.
The vapor
has an
odor.
• The appliance may
be dirty.
• Clean the oscillator, the
inside of the base and the
water tank (see CLEANING
AND CARE).
• Replace the old water in
the tank with clean water.
There is a
leak.
• The water tank or
vapor nozzle are
loose or incorrectly
assembled.
• Check and reinstall the
water tank and vapor
nozzle.
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DISPOSAL
Proper disposal of this product.
This symbol indicates that this appliance may not be treated
as household waste. Instead, it should be taken to the
appropriate collection point for recycling electrical and
electronic equipment.
Please use the return or collections services available in your
community or contact the retailer where you purchased this
product.
INFORMATION AND SERVICE
If you have questions or concerns about your product, please visit
our website: www.westinghousehomeware.com, or contact our
overseas oces/agents.
In line with our policy of continuous product development,
we reserve the right to change the product, packaging and
documentation specifications without prior notice.
Model: WSHUJ2158B
Humidifier
Rating: 24VDC, 1.0A
Volume: ≥240 ml / hr
Capacity: 6.5 L
Size (W x D x H): 8.07 x 8.07 x 27.75 inches
Remote control
Battery: CR2025 3V x 1 (included)
Operating range: 16.5 feet
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