Aprilaire Humidifier Troubleshooting

Aprilaire humidifiers have been designed using state of the art technology and are one of the most popular brands today. Although, the humidifier comes with a warranty but there are small problems that can arise in your Aprilaire humidifier at any point in time. Sometimes even the best need a little cleaning. Here's a troubleshooting guide for certain problems that you may face as a user of Aprilaire humidifiers.

Troubleshooting Guide

Trouble/Condition

Solution/Troubleshooting

Condensation on the windows and the walls

You should reduce the setting on the control dial by 1 increment.

If you find that there is not much humidity

In such a case, you can increase the setting on the control dial by 1 increment.

If your Aprilaire humidifier is not working

In such a scenario, turn the dial to "Test/Reset." Make sure that the furnace is operational in the heat mode. If unit still doesn't work then you will have to consult a heating contractor or call up Aprilaire customer service.

If you are unable to shut down your Aprilaire humidifier

In this case, slowly turn the dial "Off." If you find the humidifier to be operating the consult a heating contractor or call Aprilaire customer care.

Test mode

You can check system operation by setting the knob to "Test/Reset." Make sure that the furnace blower is operating and the furnace is signaling for heat. The Aprilaire humidifier will start operating within one minute. Make sure that you turn the control knob back to its normal setting after checking the humidifier operation.

Reset water panel change indicator

Start by turning the control knob to the "Test/Reset" position until you find the "Change Water Panel" light blinking. You can reset the water panel change indicator timer then. Remember that the blower during this time should be operational and the furnace should be signaling for heat. Make sure that you turn the control knob back to its normal setting after resetting the timer.

The Aprilaire humidifiers need maintenance checks once annually and while doing that you need to be extremely cautious. Remember that a sudden operation can cause personal injuries and even property damage.

The Aprilaire humidifiers are amongst the best humidifiers in the market. For any serious problems, you can always register your complaint at www.aprilaire.com or mail them at Research Products Corporation, P.O. BOX 1828, Madison, WI 53701