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Aprilaire                                            Honeywell

The relative humidity of the Sahara Desert is 25%; Death Valley is 23%. In the winter months, the average heated home can have a relative humidity as low as 13% to 16%.

APRILAIRE

The world's first completely automatic humidifier

THE APRILAIRE ADVANTAGE

Since 1954, millions of homeowners have trusted Aprilaire® Humidifiers more than any other brand. Aprilaire delivers the many benefits of proper humidification with minimal maintenance. You feel warmer in the winter. You are more comfortable, your skin feels smoother. And there is no better way to protect and preserve your home and furnishings than with an Aprilaire humidifier. Even musical instruments and plants benefit.

HOW DRY ARE YOU?

When you think of dryness, do you picture the arid, wind-whipped sands of the Sahara? The cracked, sun-baked earth of Death Valley? It might surprise you to know that there are places in this world that are twice as dry as those.

One of the driest places on earth could be your home. And, it's this "desert dryness" that makes you feel uncomfortable, robbing moisture from your home, your furnishings, even your skin.

Relative humidity is the percentage of moisture in the air compared to its maximum capability to hold moisture under the same conditions. Seventy degree air can hold more than 12 times as much moisture as 10 degree air. Outside air at 10 degrees and 70% relative humidity when heated to a comfortable temperature in your home has a relative humidity of just 7%. Even with the addition of moisture produced by normal household activities such as cooking, laundry, and showers, you will seldom achieve comfortable indoor humidity levels without a whole-house humidifier.

HUMIDIFY FOR COMFORT

The recommended indoor relative humidity is three to four times the humidity in an average North American home in winter. If you're not reaching these levels in your home, you could be exposing yourself and your family to the physical aggravations of dryness. In fact, doctors often mention dry air as one of the causes for nose, throat, and skin discomfort.

Unhumidified heated air also dries out the wood in your home, shrinking the wood framing around doors and windows. Gaps then occur, allowing cold air in, making your home less energy efficient. Dry air also causes wood floors and trim to separate, walls and ceilings to crack; it can harm expensive musical instruments and electronic equipment such as computers, Dryness even weakens the joints of expensive furnishings.

HUMIDITY, PURE AND NATURAL

Because Aprilaire Humidifiers distribute moisture as a pure water vapor, there are no water droplets or mist that can carry impurities, like minerals or bacteria. In other humidifiers, minerals can build up in the unit and cause malfunction, requiring costly service. Even worse, these impurities can be distributed throughout your home. Aprilaire's safe, flow-through evaporative design ensures that these harmful elements are either deposited on the replaceable Water Panel® evaporator or flushed down the drain. This eliminates the problems that can be caused by units that have reservoirs.

A NEW STANDARD

Aprilaire Humidifiers have always set the standard in humidification. And now the standard has been raised again, with the introduction of the revolutionary Aprilaire Automatic Humidifier. Computer-equipped, it automatically adjusts to ensure the optimum level of indoor humidification. As the world's first completely automatic humidifier, it features an exclusive, automated "no-touch" computer operation, which eliminates the need for constant manual adjustments. Only an Aprilaire Automatic Humidifier delivers up to 50% more moisture than other humidifiers for improved comfort, well-being, preservation, and energy savings. And that's what you buy a humidifier for. Tests also show that the Aprilaire Automatic Humidifier is three times more accurate and four times more reliable than other humidifiers.

21st CENTURY TECHNOLOGY

Until now, you had to do the thinking for your humidifier, checking the outside temperature and making adjustments as the temperature changed. But even with these adjustments homeowners often experienced problems trying to maintain a comfortable 35-50% relative humidity level. That is because not even the most conscientious person will adjust a humidifier more than once or twice a day. Too much indoor moisture will cause condensation (excess moisture) on windows. Conversely, too little moisture results in such irritations as static "shocks" or dry skin. Therefore, a manual humidifier is not the best solution.

Now, 21st Century technology and Aprilaire product innovation have produced the unprecedented Aprilaire Automatic Humidifier. It provides the perfect solution, using the speed, accuracy, and reliability of a computer. You never need to worry about too much or too little humidity in your home, because the Aprilaire Automatic Humidifier produces the right amount of humidity all the time, no matter which model choose.

MANUAL CONTROL

• Aprilaire Humidifiers measure and respond to outdoor temperature changes more than 86,000 times per day - instantly adjusting to relative humidity providing optimum indoor humidity levels - all automatically.
• Solid state electronics assure total humidification system reliability and precision, which means it is three times more accurate and four times more reliable than other humidifiers.

AUTOMATIC CONTROL
Aprilaire Automatic Humidifiers are offered in a variety of models to ensure that there is one fit specifically for your type of furnace and home. Each humidifier takes innovation to the next level and performs as good as they look! They all have the technologically advanced performance benefits and are easier than ever to have installed. Just set it and let your humidifier run automatically. All Aprilaire Automatic Humidifiers allow you to enjoy the comfort of 21^st century technology and innovation.

PRODUCTS

The Model 700 automatic humidifier is a computer-equipped, power humidifier that feature state-of-the-art automatic control. It utilizes an outdoor temperature sensor for monitoring even the slightest changes in outdoor temperature. This high-tech humidification system can deliver up to 50% more moisture in comparison to competitive units. With flexibility in mind, it can also be installed in manual mode if needed. Even in manual mode, you can enjoy the benefits of computer accuracy. Complementing any HVAC system, the Model 700 has an evaporation capacity of 0.75 gallons per hour, among the highest capacity humidifiers we sell. If you own a larger home, and want the absolute best, then this humidifier may be the choice for you!

An excellent choice for installation in heat pump applications, the evaporative capacity will be .65gph. Due to lower plenum temperature, the unit should be hooked up to hot water. It can handle up to 3,700 square feet if the home is tightly constructed.

The Model 600 automatic humidifier is a computer-equipped, bypass humidifier that also features state-of-the-art automatic control! It utilizes an outdoor temperature sensor for monitoring even the slightest changes in temperature. It can deliver up to 50% more humidity in comparison to competitive units for maximum comfort. With flexibility in mind, this humidifier can be installed in manual mode if needed. Even in manual mode, you can enjoy the benefits of computer accuracy. It also includes a built-in bypass damper that's conveniently labeled for summer and winter settings. The Model 600 has an evaporation capacity of 0.70 gallons per hour.

An excellent choice for installation on a heat pump application, the evaporative capacity will be .65gph. Due to lower plenum temperature, the unit should be hooked up to hot water. It can handle up to 3,700 square feet if the home is tightly constructed.

The Model 400 bypass humidifier uses new evaporative technology to provide all the benefits of a flow through unit (simple and infrequent maintenance), without the need for connection to a drain. It's the perfect choice for homes with septic systems or where a floor drain is not available. The Model 400 is the most environmentally friendly unit on the market today, because it's advanced design uses 100% of the water that goes into the unit. This eliminates the problems associated with drum and portables units (burned out components, stagnant water and frequent maintenance). Its computer equipped control delivers the optimum level of humidity to the home, eliminating annoying static electric shock and preserves furnishings. Its evaporative capacity is 0.70 gallons per hour.

The Model 550 bypass humidifier is our economy unit is designed for smaller homes. This unit utilizes a manual humidifier control that can be installed in the living area or on the furnace ductwork. Along with all other models, it is equipped with a drain to flush minerals from the system. The Model 550 has an evaporative capacity of 0.50 gallons per hour.

The Model 350/360 Aprilaire humidifiers are completely self-contained units designed especially for installation in homes with radiators or baseboard heat. Equally suited for other types of heat, it is sized to fit closets, heated crawl spaces, and basements. These humidifiers have an evaporative capacity of 0.50 gallons per hour.

HOW APRILAIRE HUMIDIFIERS WORK

Aprilaire uses nature's own process - the introduction of humidity through safe, pure water vapor - to add moisture to your dry air. When your home's humidity falls below the optimum level, your Aprilaire Humidifier goes to work. Water supplied to tin distribution tray flows evenly across the patented Water Panel® evaporator. Thirsty, dry air is forced through the Water Panel evaporator and the newly humidified air is distributed throughout your home.

The humidifier can be mounted on either the supply or return plenum. When the furnace operates, negative air pressure is created that draws air from the supply hot side of the furnace to the return cold side. This pressure draws the heated air through the Water Panel® evaporator, providing comforting, humidified air throughout the home.

The humidifier fan draws dry, heated air from the furnace duct through the Water Panel® evaporator. The humidified air then wraps around both sides of the Water Panel and returns through the side louvers into the furnace's air flow, providing comforting, humidified air to the entire home.

ONLY THE APRILAIRE AUTOMATIC HUMIDIFIER OFFERS THIS COMBINATION OF BENEFITS

• Eliminates parched, dry air throughout the entire home automatically.
• Generates up to 50% more moisture for improved comfort, well being, preservation, and energy savings.
• Exclusive automated "no touch" computer operation eliminates the need to constantly make manual adjustments.
• Senses changes in relative humidity instantaneously.
• Delivers more of what you buy a humidifier for - comfort, convenience, control, and preservation.

ASK THE EXPERTS WHICH HUMIDIFIER IS RIGHT FOR YOU

Your Aprilaire Humidifier will be professionally selected and installed by your heating and air conditioning contractor. The model your contractor recommends will be based on such factors as your home's size, construction, and type of heating system.

APRILAIRE AUTOMATICALLY DELIVERS 50% MORE.

• COMFORT Aprilaire will deliver up to 50% MORE comforting humidity to eliminate dry nose and throat and itchy skin, while reducing static electricity.
• WELL BEING Up to 50% MORE humidity ensures optimum humidity levels that can help reduce the chance of upper-respiratory problems caused by dry air. Ask your doctor.
• PRESERVATION Your home and furnishings are protected with up to 50% MORE moisture, which saves them from damaging shrinkage due to dryness.
• ENERGY SAVINGS 50% MORE moisture means you'll feel warmer with lower, energy-saving indoor temperatures.

PROTECT YOUR HUMIDIFIER INVESTMENT

Our change indicator reminds you when to call your HVAC dealer for service.

Ask your dealer about installing the Aprilaire Electronic Thermostat Series 8300 with your humidifier. The 8300 Series thermostat indicates when to change out your water panel, ensuring optimum performance from your new humidifier.

THE BEST IN INDOOR AIR COMFORT

The Aprilaire™ Indoor Air Comfort System is an integrated group of air quality enhancement products designed to work with your heating and cooling system to make your home more comfortable. For the best in indoor air quality, ask your heating and cooling contractor about these fine Aprilaire products, or to solve your Indoor Air Comfort needs.

HONEYWELL
The best humidifier available

Clean Steam™ combines best-in-class humidification with reverse-osmosis technology for reliable performance.

When the air is too dry, it sucks moisture from anywhere it can. Parched, thirsty air not only ravages your family's comfort, it shrinks and cracks your home's woodwork and furnishings.

But you don't have to put up with discomfort and damage. Now, from a trusted name in home comfort and air quality, comes help for homeowners who need consistent, reliable humidification: The Honeywell Clean Steam™ Whole-House Humidifier.

Technology that delivers reliability

HE440 Clean Steam™ Power Humidifier
The only whole-house steam humidifier with two-stage water treatment

• Improves water quality before humidification begins
  - 1st stage: Filter removes chlorine
  - 2nd stage: Reverse osmosis filter removes contaminants and dissolved solids
• Keeps reservoir, heating element and orifice clean, minimizing maintenance and extending component life
• Promotes worry-tree performance
• Alleviates heating element failures caused by the residue build-up from poor water quality
• Slashes the need for service calls

When do you need Clean Steam?

• You need maximum comfort for your family
• You need to protect your home and its contents: woodwork, wood floors and wood furnishings; pianos and other wooden musical instruments; oil paintings; fine collectibles
• You have a critical need for consistent, reliable humidification
• You want the best available whole-house humidification system

More reliability features

• Delivers moisture on demand. Integral thermal switch turns on system fan when humidity is needed. (Unlike most other types of humidifiers, it operates independent of calls for heat.)
• Added safety. Thermal-limit switch cuts power to heating element if casing gets too hot
• More reliable operation with float system designed to minimize jamming
• Durable, seam-free reservoir. One solid piece of metal forms the reservoir for longer, leak-free life

Performance and installation features

• Maintains more consistent humidity levels, optimizing comfort
• Ideal for use in critical applications, mild winters and when maximum humidity is needed
• Provides safe, efficient, automatic humidification
• Rated at 12 gallons per day (GPD)
• Compact size allows easy installation
• Includes easy-install humidity control that mounts on the wall or duct
• Faster installation with new water-float system. No need to manually adjust floats
• Drastically reduced maintenance because filtration system keeps the reservoir and components scale-free. No more scrubbing!

Clean Steam Humidifier
Exclusive two-stage water treatment keeps the heating element and other components clean for reliable, worry-free performance and minimal maintenance.