Change the water panel if the yellow light on your Aprilaire control unit lights up. Turn the control dial to "Off." Remove the front panel and slide out the water panel. Replace with a new water panel and the cover. Turn the control dial to "Test/Reset" to turn the humidifier back on.
Turn the control dial setting down if you notice condensation on the walls or windows. Turn the control dial setting up if you have nose bleeds, dry skin or sinus or throat irritation. Purchase a hygrometer to accurately measure your home's humidity level.
Switch the control dial to "Test/Reset" to restart the humidifier if the humidifier does not turn on. Check your heating and air conditioning system by listening for the blower to start. If neither unit works, contact a heating contractor for service.
Contact your heating contractor for service if when you turn your humidifier's control dial to "Off" it doesn't shut off.
Call your Aprilaire dealer for service if the red light on the control panel lights up; this indicates your humidifier is not operating properly and requires service.