FILTER CHECK (for HAP570, 575 and 580)
Filter Check tracks the accumulated time your air purifier has been in use. When the timer has reached 8000 hours on your LCD Display, it is time to check your filter.
1.Turn off and unplug the Air Purifier.
2.the front grill by lifting up the side latches and pulling the front grill toward you.
3.Check the carbon filter for any looseness or a noticeable amount of dirt or lint. Pull back the carbon filter to expose the HEPA filter. Match the color of the pleated HEPA filter to the colors shown on the Filter Condition Indicator label. If the filter has changed from white to a dark gray or brown color, it is time to replace the filter (Please refer to Filter Replacement Instructions).
4.If you have changed the filter it is important to reset the LCD Filter Check. Using a thin small object (such as a paper clip or pen tip) to insert in reset hole, press once to reset the display to again show "0000". The bottom of the display will have a flashing clock. This indicates that filter check is working properly.
Please note that the RESET button will operate only after the display has reached 8000 hours. If reset button is pressed before 8000 hours, nothing will happen.
BATTERY REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS (FOR HAP570, 575 AND 580)
NOTE: Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, stan- dard (carbon-zinc), or rechargabble (nickel-cadmium) batteries.
1.After checking or replacing the filters, it is necessary to replace the timer bat- teries. Locate the battery cover on the front of the main housing above the filter. Slide the battery cover upward to expose the batteries. Then pull the battery holder out of its compartment.
2.Unwrap the new “AA” size alkaline batteries. Remove 1 old battery from the battery holder and replace it with a new battery. Remove the other used bat- tery and replace it with a new battery (See fig. 4).
NOTE: IT IS IMPORTANT TO REPLACE EACH BATTERY ONE AT A TIME TO PREVENT TIMER MEMORY LOSS. REMOVAL OF BOTH BATTERIES CAUSES THE TIMER TO RESET.
3.Gently place the battery holder back inside the main housing and slide the battery cover closed.
4.Replace the front grill by first inserting the three tabs on the top of the front grill. Swing in the bottom of the front grill and press grill firmly onto the unit until the grill locks into place against the main housing. Push side latches downward to lock on the front grill.
5.Plug in and turn on the air purifier.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
1)Turn the air purifier off and unplug it before cleaning.
2)The outside of the air purifier and the outlet grill can be cleaned with a soft, clean dampened cloth.
3)If you wish to clean the inside of the air purifier, please only use a dry, soft cloth to wipe it down.
Figure 2
To Replace Filter:
1. First push top of filter into main housing. 
2. Then push in bottom of filter until | |
it “clicks” into place, so that the tab (B) | |
shows on the outside of the filter. | Tab B |
FILTER REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS:
1)Use the Filter Life Indicator as a guide to filter replacement. On average, HEPA filters need to be replaced every 12-18 months. Carbon filters need to be replaced every 3-6 months. Filter life will vary depending on air quality and usage.
2)Turn off the air purifier before attempting to replace the filter.
3)To replace the carbon filter, simply remove the old carbon filter and put the new carbon on the HEPA filter, using the plastic tabs as a guideline.
4)To replace the HEPA filter, discard the old HEPA filters. Insert the new HEPA fil- ter into the unit, by sliding the top in first (see fig. 2). Put the carbon filter back on the HEPA filter.
5)Replace the front grill by first inserting the three tabs on the top of the front grill. Then swing in the bottom of the front grill and press grill firmly onto the unit until the grill locks into place against the main housing. Push side latches downward to lock on the front grill.
6)If you have models, HAP 570, 575 or 580 and have changed the filter, it is important to reset the LCD Filter Check. Using a thin small object (such as a paper clip or pen tip) to insert in reset hole, press once to reset the display to again show "0000".
Replacement filters can be purchased at a retailer near you or by calling 1-800-5-HOLMES or visit www.holmesproducts.com
Note: Carbon and HEPA Filters are not washable and should be replaced at the recommended intervals.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Unit will not operate | • Check to make sure the unit is |
| plugged in. |
•Check to make sure the unit is on by turning the power knob.
•If the door is ajar the unit will not operate. Make sure the filters are properly installed and firmly close the door.
| Display Screen is blank | • | Turn power knob. |
| Decreased air flow | • | If you have models HAP540, 5404, 560 |
| | | | | or 5604, use the Filter Indicator sticker |
| | | | | (located inside the unit) to check the |
| | | | | condition of the filter. |
| Battery | | | • | If you have models HAP570, 575 or 580, |
| | | | use the Filter Check to see if the filter |
| AA | Battery | | needs to be replaced |
| • Make sure inlet and outlet are not blocked |
| Figure 4 | AA |
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Figure 3 | | | H | | A. Front Grill |
| D | E | J | I |
C | B. Side Latch |
| | | G | C. Carbon Odor Filter |
A | | | | | D. No Escape HEPA Filter |
| | | | E. Tab “A” |
| | | | | F. | Main Housing |
| | | | | G. Power Knob |
| | | | | H. Battery Cover |
| | | | | I. | (If Applicable) |
| | | | | LCD Display |
| | | | | J. | (If Applicable) |
| | | B | F | Top Grill |
| | | | (If Applicable) |
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