Lasko UH300 - Cool Mist Humidifier Manual

Table of Contents

Contents

1 Parts Included
2 Filling
3 Mist Outlet
4 Cleaning
5 Controls
6 MAINTENANCE
7 TROUBLE SHOOTING TIPS
8 CUSTOMER SERVICE
9 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
10 Documents / Resources
- 10.1 References
- 10.2 Download manual

Parts Included

Filling

Separate the Tank from the Base of the unit
Flip over Water Tank and open the Tank Cap, turning it to the left
Pour cool, clean Distilled Water directly into the Tank
Close the Tank Cap, turning it to the right. FIRMLY secure Cap

Mist Outlet

The Mist Outlet can be turned 360˚

Cleaning

Remove the Tank and empty all water from unit Base and Tank
Rinse the Tank thoroughly to remove any sediment and dirt
Use ONLY the enclosed Cleaning Brush to gently clean disk

Controls

ON/OFF
Touch to turn the Humidifier ON/OFF

Display & Night Light
Touch to set the display brightness and night light mode: Default setting while power on: 100% brightness, night light off;

1st press: 50% brightness, night light off;
2nd press: 50% brightness, night light on;
3rd press: display off, night light on;
4th press: return to default setting, 100% brightness, night light off.

Humidity Setting
Touch to set humidity level from 40%~75% or Continous Operation ("Co"). 40%~60% is the recommended healthy range. If the humidity exceeds the desired setting, the appliance will turn itself off.

Warm Mist
Touch to turn the warm mist function ON/OFF

Timer Setting
Touch to determine the operating time. It can be regulated between 1 and 12 hours or for continuous operation

Mist Output
Touch to adjust the mist output level to low/medium/high. Low is recommend for night use

MAINTENANCE

To reduce the risk of electrical shock and fire please observe the following instructions:

Always unplug the cord before moving, servicing or cleaning.
Clean the body of the Humidifier with a soft cloth only.
NEVER use ALCOHOL or SOLVENTS such as gasoline, benzene, paint thinner, or other harsh cleaners
USE ONLY DISTILLED WATER IN THIS PRODUCT.

SERVICING: For servicing, other than general user maintenance, please contact Customer Service at (800) 233-0268, Monday through Friday, from 8am-5pm Eastern.

STORAGE: Store the Humidifier with these instructions, in the original carton in a cool, dry place.

DISPOSITION: Corrugated packaging materials are recyclable. For environmentally responsible disposal of this product, contact your local waste service provider or visit www.1800recycling.com^®.

TROUBLE SHOOTING TIPS

TROUBLE	PROBABLE CAUSE	SOLUTION
Humidifier does not operate	Power cable not plugged in	Plug in power cable.
The power light is on, but there is no mist output	No water in water tank	Fill tank with water
The water mist produces an unpleasant smell	New machine	Open the water tank and leave it for 12 hours in a shady and cool place.
The water mist produces an unpleasant smell	Dirty water or the water is left in the water tank for too long.	Clean the water tank and change the water.
The power light is on, but the humidifier doesn't work	Too much water in the base	Empty the base. Reinstall filled water tank.
The output volume of the mist is low	The transducer is dirty.	Clean transducer with included soft brush
The output volume of the mist is low	Water is too dirty or water kept too long in the tank	Clean water tank and change the water
Abnormal noise	Resonance in water tank when water is too low	Add water into water tank
Abnormal noise	Unit is on an unstable surface	Move the unit to a stable flat surface

CUSTOMER SERVICE

Toll-Free (800) 233-0268. Email: producthelp@lasko.com

Our Customer Service team is available to assist you with product and service questions, and replacement parts. They can be reached Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm Eastern.
Please have your model number available, as well as the type and style (located on the underside of your product).

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read and Save These Instructions
Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install, operate or maintain the product described. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage!
This Humidifier is for residential use only. It is not intended to be used in commercial, industrial or agricultural settings.

When using electrical appliances, these instructions and warnings should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and injury to persons:

Read all instructions before using this Humidifier.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR PERSONAL INJURY, ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS:

ALWAYS be sure the plug fits tightly into the outlet. When plugs fit loosely into outlets, they may slip partially out of the outlet and create a poor connection. This may cause outlets to overheat and create a potential fire hazard. Outlets in this condition should be replaced by a qualified electrician.
ALWAYS unplug the power cord when servicing, cleaning or moving the Humidifier. DO NOT use the ON/OFF switch as the sole means of disconnecting power. NEVER leave children unattended when the Humidifier is on or plugged in. ALWAYS turn off and unplug the Humidifier when not in use.
BE CERTAIN that the power source for the Humidifier is 120V AC. DO NOT plug the Humidifier into 240V or other power source.
The Blue Plug^™ on your Lasko Humidifier is a safety feature. It contains a non-replaceable safety device (fuse) that should not be removed or tampered with. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury, DO NOT attempt to remove, replace, repair or tamper with the originally supplied plug. If the Humidifier has stopped functioning, it may be due to the safety device incorporated in this plug.
THIS HUMIDIFIER HAS A POLARIZED PLUG (one blade is wider than the other). This plug is designed to fit into the outlet only one way. Match the wide blade to wide slot in outlet and FULLY INSERT. DO NOT attempt to bypass or defeat this safety feature. If the plug does not fit in the outlet, consult a qualified electrician. The outlet may need to be replaced.

USE ONLY DISTILLED WATER IN THIS PRODUCT.

Make certain that the power source conforms to the electrical requirements of the Humidifier.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Do not allow children to play with any product packaging, such as plastic bags.
To avoid fire hazard, NEVER put the cord under rugs, near heat registers, radiator, stoves, or heaters.
DO NOT place humidifier near heat sources such as stoves, radiators, and heaters. Do locate your humidifier on an inside wall near an electrical outlet. The humidifier should be at least 6 inches away from the wall for best results.
Do not attempt to refill humidifier without first unplugging the unit from it's electrical outlet.
Never place anything over moisture outlet when the unit is running.
DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
Use appliance only for intended household use. DO NOT use outdoors.
Always place humidifier on a firm, flat, level surface at least 24 inches away from the floor.
DO NOT allow the moisture outlet to directly face the wall.
Humidifier should be unplugged when not in use.
NEVER tilt, move, or attempt to empty unit while it is operating.
Shut off and unplug before removing the water tank and moving the unit.
DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by qualified personnel only.
Do not plug in the cord with wet hands: electric shock could result.
NEVER use detergents, gasoline, glass cleaner, furniture polish, and paint thinner, or other household solvents to clean any part of the humidifier.
Do not pour water in any openings other than the water tank.
Excessive humidity in a room can cause water condensation on windows and some furniture. If this happens, turn the humidifier OFF.
Never place housing under water flow or immerse in liquids.
NEVER leave children unattended near the humidifier.
NEVER let children clean or do user maintenance without supervision.
Unplug the appliance during filling and cleaning.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
DO NOT add water mist output, or it may damage the unit.
Where possible, avoid the use of extension cords. If you must use an extension cord, minimize the risk of overheating by using the shortest cord possible and ensuring that it is UL Listed. NEVER use a single extension cord to operate more than one appliance
Do not insert fingers or foreign objects into the Humidifier. Do not block or tamper with the Humidifier in any manner while it is in operation. NEVER tilt or attempt to move the Humidifier while it is operating.

REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK - DO NOT USE THIS HUMIDIFIER WITH ANY SOLID STATE SPEED CONTROL DEVICES.
Do not place Humidifier on an electrical appliance.