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CREDENZA
Everything you need to know about your
ALL 696400HB MODELS
1B73368
8/2020
Remove the Credenza from its packaging.
You should have:
a. Cabinet
#4V3840420VAN
b. Top grille
#4V3842120VAN
c. Fan assembly
#1B72595-R
d. 1041 Super Wick®
ALL 1041 WICKS
e. Float
#1B72539
f. Float support and two screws
SUPPORT #830496 | SCREWS #1B73125
g. Two water bottles
LEFT #1B5060170 | RIGHT #1B5060160
h. Two water bottle caps
#1B5060000
i. Four casters
#1B5460100
j. Fill hose
#1B5060140
k. Owner’s manual
#1B73368
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Prefer to see a video?
Watch the Credenza set-up at
aircareproducts.com/support.
SCAN THE CODE TO THE RIGHT
WITH YOUR PHONE’S CAMERA
If you are missing any parts, or need
replacement parts, call us at 800.547.3888 or
visit our website aircareproducts.com.
♥ We hope you love your Credenza.
LET’S GET YOU UP AND RUNNING
1 2
Remove the Credenza from its packaging.
You should have:
a. Cabinet
#4V3840420VAN
b. Top grille
#4V3842120VAN
c. Fan assembly
#1B72595-R
d. 1041 Super Wick®
ALL 1041 WICKS
e. Float
#1B72539
f. Float support and two screws
SUPPORT #830496 | SCREWS #1B73125
g. Two water bottles
LEFT #1B5060170 | RIGHT #1B5060160
h. Two water bottle caps
#1B5060000
i. Four casters
#1B5460100
j. Fill hose
#1B5060140
k. Owner’s manual
#1B73368
1
a
b
c
d
f
g
h
i
k
j
e
Prefer to see a video?
Watch the Credenza set-up at
aircareproducts.com/support.
SCAN THE CODE TO THE RIGHT
WITH YOUR PHONE’S CAMERA
If you are missing any parts, or need
replacement parts, call us at 800.547.3888 or
visit our website aircareproducts.com.
♥ We hope you love your Credenza.
LET’S GET YOU UP AND RUNNING
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Put your Credenza in the most
centrally-located room of your home. It
should be on a level surface against an interior
wall. Make sure it’s at least two inches from
the wall so the humidistat (on the cord) can
accurately read your humidity.
The AIRCARE 1051 air filter (sold
separately) can be used with your
Credenza for added air filtration. While your 1041
Super Wicks® are required for operation, the 1051
filter is optional. If you are using the 1051 filter,
install it now. Install your 1051 air filter by clipping
the filter’s hooks into the slots on the back of your
Credenza.
Your bottles are marked LEFT and RIGHT.
Place the bottles in your Credenza in their
correct positions with the caps facing down. The right
bottle will drain first once the humidifier is running.
Fill your water bottles, then tighten the
caps with your hands, making sure the
caps are correctly threaded. Do not overfill
the bottles. Your Credenza holds 5.5 gallons
of water (2.75 gallons per bottle).
Turn the cabinet upright and place the
wide end of the float in the circular
area in the bottom of the cabinet. Slide the
float support down to the bottom and position
the screw tabs over the holes in the cabinet
base. Use a Phillips screwdriver to screw in the
float support. Do not overtighten or use a drill.
Remove everything from the cabinet.
Turn the cabinet over and insert the
casters snugly into the bottom. Just use your
hands! Using tools can crack the cabinet.
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Locate the vent on the back of your
Credenza. It has a narrow lip along the
top. Your wick is labeled TOP and BACK. With
the back of your wick facing the vent, and the
top facing up, slide the wick down onto the vent
lip until it catches.
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More about positioning:
• To maximize humidity circulation, put your unit near a cold air return.
• If you prefer to put your unit in the room where humidity is most
needed, you can! But the humidity won’t circulate as well with this
method.
• Don’t put your humidifier under a window, as condensation may
occur.
• Put the unit on the bottom floor of a multi-story home.
About water additives:
• Do not use essential oils in your Credenza.
• Do not use water softeners.
• We recommend our Essick Air Bacteriostat to help inhibit
mold growth.
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Put your Credenza in the most
centrally-located room of your home. It
should be on a level surface against an interior
wall. Make sure it’s at least two inches from
the wall so the humidistat (on the cord) can
accurately read your humidity.
The AIRCARE 1051 air filter (sold
separately) can be used with your
Credenza for added air filtration. While your 1041
Super Wicks® are required for operation, the 1051
filter is optional. If you are using the 1051 filter,
install it now. Install your 1051 air filter by clipping
the filter’s hooks into the slots on the back of your
Credenza.
Your bottles are marked LEFT and RIGHT.
Place the bottles in your Credenza in their
correct positions with the caps facing down. The right
bottle will drain first once the humidifier is running.
Fill your water bottles, then tighten the
caps with your hands, making sure the
caps are correctly threaded. Do not overfill
the bottles. Your Credenza holds 5.5 gallons
of water (2.75 gallons per bottle).
Turn the cabinet upright and place the
wide end of the float in the circular
area in the bottom of the cabinet. Slide the
float support down to the bottom and position
the screw tabs over the holes in the cabinet
base. Use a Phillips screwdriver to screw in the
float support. Do not overtighten or use a drill.
Remove everything from the cabinet.
Turn the cabinet over and insert the
casters snugly into the bottom. Just use your
hands! Using tools can crack the cabinet.
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6
8
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4
2
Locate the vent on the back of your
Credenza. It has a narrow lip along the
top. Your wick is labeled TOP and BACK. With
the back of your wick facing the vent, and the
top facing up, slide the wick down onto the vent
lip until it catches.
5
More about positioning:
• To maximize humidity circulation, put your unit near a cold air return.
• If you prefer to put your unit in the room where humidity is most
needed, you can! But the humidity won’t circulate as well with this
method.
• Don’t put your humidifier under a window, as condensation may
occur.
• Put the unit on the bottom floor of a multi-story home.
About water additives:
• Do not use essential oils in your Credenza.
• Do not use water softeners.
• We recommend our Essick Air Bacteriostat to help inhibit
mold growth.
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Plug in your unit and press the power
knob. Set your desired fan speed by
turning the power knob. Your Credenza has
nine fan speeds that are displayed by F1 (the
lowest speed) through F9 (the highest speed).
Turn the humidity control knob to set
your humidity level from 25% to 65%.
The humidistat on your cord will read your
home’s humidity and turn your fan o when
the set humidity level is reached. When set to
65%, your unit will run continuously.
That’s it! Your Credenza is ready to use.
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Put the fan assembly and top grille on
the base. Wait 20 minutes for the wick to
become fully saturated, then proceed to step 10.
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Note: On higher speeds, the Credenza puts out a tremendous
amount of humidity, so it’s louder on these levels. Most of our
customers liken it to the sound of a box fan. Rest assured there is
nothing wrong with your unit, it’s just working very hard to put out
much-needed humidity.
F – The F code means your unit is empty and needs to be FILLED with water.
CL – Your CONTROLS ARE LOCKED on the current setting. Activate the control lock by holding the power button for five
seconds, until CL appears. Your Credenza will lock on the current fan and humidity settings. Release the lock by pressing the
power button again for five seconds until the display flashes CL three times, letting you know the lock is o.
CF – The CF code triggers after 720 hours of use and means it’s time to CHECK YOUR FILTER (wick). Unplug your unit and
check your wick. If your wick is still in good shape, simply clear the code by plugging your humidifier back in. If your wick
needs replacing, install a new 1041 Super Wick®.
ABOUT THE CODES
Regular cleaning is important for preventing mold,
mildew, and other bacterial growth in your humidifier.
It also keeps your Credenza working its best.
1. Let the unit run until it’s empty, then turn it o and
unplug it.
2. Remove the top, fan assembly, bottles, and the
wick. Throw your wick away if it is time to replace it.
Otherwise, put it in a sink while you finish cleaning your
Credenza.
3. Pour out any remaining water from the cabinet and
water tanks.
4. Fill the cabinet half-full with water and add 1 cup of
white vinegar. Let sit for 20 minutes. To disinfect,
replace the vinegar with 1 teaspoon of bleach. Do not
mix vinegar and bleach.
5. Fill the water bottles half-full with water and add 1
cup of white vinegar to each. Put the caps back on,
shake the bottles gently, then let sit for 20 minutes.
To disinfect, replace the vinegar with 1 teaspoon of
bleach in each bottle.
6. After 20 minutes, empty the cabinet and bottles.
7. Dampen a sponge with white vinegar, wipe down
the cabinet interior and bottles, then rinse everything
thoroughly. To disinfect, replace the vinegar with
bleach.
8. Wipe everything dry and replace the wick, if needed.
Then reassemble.
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CREDENZA
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When storing your Credenza, discard the used wick and
disinfect the unit using the directions above. Dry the unit
thoroughly, and store in a temperature-regulated area. Do not
install a new filter until you are ready to use your humidifier again.
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Plug in your unit and press the power
knob. Set your desired fan speed by
turning the power knob. Your Credenza has
nine fan speeds that are displayed by F1 (the
lowest speed) through F9 (the highest speed).
Turn the humidity control knob to set
your humidity level from 25% to 65%.
The humidistat on your cord will read your
home’s humidity and turn your fan o when
the set humidity level is reached. When set to
65%, your unit will run continuously.
That’s it! Your Credenza is ready to use.
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10
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Put the fan assembly and top grille on
the base. Wait 20 minutes for the wick to
become fully saturated, then proceed to step 10.
7
Note: On higher speeds, the Credenza puts out a tremendous
amount of humidity, so it’s louder on these levels. Most of our
customers liken it to the sound of a box fan. Rest assured there is
nothing wrong with your unit, it’s just working very hard to put out
much-needed humidity.
F – The F code means your unit is empty and needs to be FILLED with water.
CL – Your CONTROLS ARE LOCKED on the current setting. Activate the control lock by holding the power button for five
seconds, until CL appears. Your Credenza will lock on the current fan and humidity settings. Release the lock by pressing the
power button again for five seconds until the display flashes CL three times, letting you know the lock is o.
CF – The CF code triggers after 720 hours of use and means it’s time to CHECK YOUR FILTER (wick). Unplug your unit and
check your wick. If your wick is still in good shape, simply clear the code by plugging your humidifier back in. If your wick
needs replacing, install a new 1041 Super Wick®.
ABOUT THE CODES
Regular cleaning is important for preventing mold,
mildew, and other bacterial growth in your humidifier.
It also keeps your Credenza working its best.
1. Let the unit run until it’s empty, then turn it o and
unplug it.
2. Remove the top, fan assembly, bottles, and the
wick. Throw your wick away if it is time to replace it.
Otherwise, put it in a sink while you finish cleaning your
Credenza.
3. Pour out any remaining water from the cabinet and
water tanks.
4. Fill the cabinet half-full with water and add 1 cup of
white vinegar. Let sit for 20 minutes. To disinfect,
replace the vinegar with 1 teaspoon of bleach. Do not
mix vinegar and bleach.
5. Fill the water bottles half-full with water and add 1
cup of white vinegar to each. Put the caps back on,
shake the bottles gently, then let sit for 20 minutes.
To disinfect, replace the vinegar with 1 teaspoon of
bleach in each bottle.
6. After 20 minutes, empty the cabinet and bottles.
7. Dampen a sponge with white vinegar, wipe down
the cabinet interior and bottles, then rinse everything
thoroughly. To disinfect, replace the vinegar with
bleach.
8. Wipe everything dry and replace the wick, if needed.
Then reassemble.
HOW TO CLEAN YOUR CREDENZA
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When storing your Credenza, discard the used wick and
disinfect the unit using the directions above. Dry the unit
thoroughly, and store in a temperature-regulated area. Do not
install a new filter until you are ready to use your humidifier again.
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Where is my serial number?
Why isn’t my unit running?
The display is flashing “20,” what
does this mean?
Why isn’t the left water bottle
emptying?
How often should I replace my
wick?
Can I order replacement parts?
The display is flashing“--,” what
does this mean?
Why isn’t my humidity increasing?
Your serial number is on the sticker on the back of your fan
assembly. You can write it here for future reference:
__________
Your humidity level is below 20%. Try increasing your fan
speed and output level.
Your Credenza will empty the right bottle first.
Your water’s mineral content dictates how often your wick
needs replacing. Harder water means more frequent
changes. Using our Bacteriostat (part #1970) can help keep
your unit cleaner and lengthen the life of your wick. Always
change your wick at the beginning of every season.
Yes! Your Credenza’s parts and their part numbers are listed
on page 2.
Your humidity level is over 90%. Try lowering your fan speed
and output level.
• It can take 2-3 days for your new humidifier to bring your
humidity up, especially if it is very dry in your home.
• If your wick is old, replace it with a new one.
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• Make sure your fan assembly is seated correctly.
• Your unit has reached your set humidity level.
For any other questions or issues, contact our humidifier experts!
They are ready by phone, email, or chat.
info@essickair.com
aircareproducts.com
800.547.3888
