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Operating manual – humidifier B 400
Shutdown
Warning of electrical voltage
Do not touch the mains plug with wet or damp hands.
• Switch off the device.
• Hold onto the mains plug while pulling the power cable out
of the mains socket.
• Empty the water tank.
• Use a cloth to wipe all parts of the device dry.
• Clean the device according to the Maintenance chapter.
• Store the device according to the Storage chapter.
Available accessories
Warning
Only use accessories and additional equipment
specified in the operating manual.
Using insertion tools or accessories other than those
specified in the operating manual may cause a risk of
injury.
Designation Article number
B400 oblong filter 6.100.004.020
B400 humidifier filter disc 6.100.004.040
B400 automatic water supply 6.100.004.028
Errors and faults
The device has been checked for proper functioning several
times during production. If malfunctions occur nonetheless,
check the device according to the following list.
The device does not start:
• Check the power connection.
• Check the power cable and mains plug for damages.
• Check the on-site fusing.
• Check whether the water tank indicator light is illuminated.
The water tank might be empty and need refilling.
• Check the setting of the desired room humidity level. If it is
below the current humidity level, the device will not start.
• Check the setting at the hygrostat's control dial. The
control dial must not be turned too war to the left, because
otherwise the device switches off. The operation indicator
light must be illuminated in green.
• Wait for 10minutes before restarting the device. If the
device is not starting, have the electrics checked by a
specialist company or by Trotec.
The device runs, but there is no humidification:
• Check evaporation mats and drum for proper seating.
• Check the fan for proper functioning or unusual vibrations
and sounds. Remove external dirt.
• Check the float inside the water tank. The float should be
able to move freely.
• Check the room temperature.
• Check evaporation mats for dirt. If necessary, clean or
replace the evaporation mats.
Water is leaking:
• Check whether the device is set up in a stable and upright
position.
• Check the water level in the water tank. The water level
might be too high and water is discharged via the
overflow.
• Check the device for leaks.
The device gives off an unpleasant odour:
• The device is new. Remove and rinse the water tank. Let
the open water tank air for some hours.
• Check the water tank. There may be stale or dirty water in
the water tank. Rinse the water tank and fill it with fresh
drinking water.
The device gets very warm, is loud or is losing
performance:
• Check the air inlets and air grilles for dirt. Remove external
dirt.
• Check the inside of the device for dirt (see chapter
Maintenance). If necessary, clean the interior of the device
using compressed air.
The device is loud or vibrates heavily:
• Check whether the device is set up in a stable and upright
position.
Note
Wait for at least 3 minutes after maintenance and
repair work. Only then switch the device back on.
Your device still does not operate correctly after these
checks?
Please contact the customer service. If necessary, bring the
device to an authorized specialist electrical company or to
Trotec for repair.