When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons. These precautions include:
1.Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2.To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
3.If the filter is covered by a bag when shipped, remove plastic bag before use.
4.Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To avoid fire hazard, NEVER put the cord under rugs, near heat registers, radiators, stoves, or heaters.
5.To protect against electrical hazards, DO NOT immerse the appliance in water or other liquids. Do not use near water.
6.Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children, or disabled persons.
7.Always unplug the air purifier before moving or cleaning the unit, opening the grill, changing the filters and whenever the unit is not in use. To disconnect the unit, be sure to pull the plug and not the cord.
8.NEVER drop or insert any objects into the openings of the unit.
9.DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug. If the motor fan fails to operate or the unit has been dropped or damaged in any manner, return appliance to manufacturer for examination and/or repair.
10.Use appliance only for intended household use as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by Jarden Consumer Solutions may cause hazards.
11.DO NOT use outdoors.
12.NEVER place on a soft surface such as a bed or sofa as this could cause the unit to tip over and block the air inlet or outlet grills.
13.Keep unit away from heated surfaces and open flames.
14.DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by Jarden Consumer Solutions or an authorized Jarden Consumer Solutions Center.
15.DO NOT place anything on top of unit.
16.NEVER use detergents, gasoline, glass purifier, furniture polish, paint thinner, or other household solvents to clean any part of the appliance.
17.Always turn the appliance off before unplugging it.
18.The ionizer in this appliance produces less ozone than the UL established limits of 50ppb (parts per billion). However, in high concentrations, ozone can be harmful to birds and small pets. To prevent ozone buildup, we suggest using the ionizer in well ventilated areas with the fan on.
19.This appliance should only be used in a room with temperatures between 40° F and 110° F.
20.WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, DO NOT use this appliance with any solid-state speed control device.
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THESE IMPORTANT
safety instructions
CORD SAFETY
•The length of cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce tangling or tripping hazards.
•If a longer cord is necessary, an approved extension cord may be used. The electrical rating of the extension cord must be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the air purifier (see rating label marked on bottom of the product).
•Care must be taken to arrange the extension cord so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or accidentally tripped over.
GET TO KNOW YOUR AIR PURIFIER
•Your Holmes® air purifier features a permanent HEPA- Type filter that removes up to 99% of airborne dust and pollen as small as 2 microns, and helps reduce smoke, mold spores and pet dander from air passing through the filter.
•Permanent filter can be vacuumed every few months for easy cleaning.
•Optional ionizer naturally improves performance and helps freshen the air.
This product earned the ENERGY STAR by meeting strict energy efficient guidelines set by the US EPA. The energy efficiency of the ENERGY STAR qualified model is measured based on a ratio between the model’s CADR for dust and the electrical energy it consumes, or CADR/Watt.
IONIZER
This appliance has an optional ionizer feature which, when turned on, releases negative ions into outgoing filtered air to help the air purification process.
What Are Ions?
with positively charged particles such as dust, pollen, smoke, and pet dander to form larger particles. These larger particles are then more easily captured by the filter system.
Important Notes:
Your ionizer may produce an occasional popping or cracking sound. This is normal and occurs when a small buildup of ions is discharged.
After extended use, you may notice dust around the grills or front panel. This is caused by negative ions exiting the air outlet, evidence of the ionizer’s air cleaning effectiveness. You can remove the dust with a soft brush or clean, damp cloth.
Larger particles may be attracted to positively charged surfaces throughout the home, like walls or floors.
•This may occur more frequently when the filter is nearing the end of its useful product life and unable to capture as many charged particles.
•Excessive amounts of pet dander, dust, or smoke may decrease the life expectancy of the filter and interfere with the ionization process.
To help prevent particles from attracting to surfaces throughout your home:
•You may want to run the ionizer less often.
•Check the condition of the filter more frequently.
CAUTION: The ionizer in this appliance produces less ozone than the UL established limits of 50ppb. However, in high concentrations, ozone can be harmful to birds and small pets. To prevent ozone buildup, we suggest using the ionizer in well ventilated areas with the air purifier fan on.
HEPA-TYPE FILTER
The permanent filter allows for easy maintenance and
HIGH, MEDIUM AND LOW SPEED SETTINGS
For optimum air filtration, operate your Holmes® air purifier continuously on the MEDIUM (2) setting. Its rugged motor has been designed to give many years of use. For quieter operation (such as in a bedroom), select the LOW (1) setting. When high levels of air pollution are present, select the HIGH (3) setting to quickly circulate and filter the room air.
The Night Light offers an optimal illumination for night time use. Press the Night Light button to activate and de-activate the night light.
FILTER CHECK INDICATOR
The filter indicator light eliminates guesswork by letting you know when it is time to clean the filter. To reset the Filter Check Indicator, press and hold the Filter Reset Button for 3 seconds while the unit is operating (in any speed).
BEFORE USE
1.Carefully unpack your Air Purifier. Select a firm level place where there are no obstructions to the air inlet or filtered air outlet.
2.Remove the base air inlet grill and check if the filter is covered by a plastic bag. If it is, remove plastic bag before use and place filter into unit. Reinstall the base air inlet grill.
3.DO NOT POSITION AIR PURIFIER DIRECTLY UNDER FURNITURE OR OBJECTS THAT MAY OBSTRUCT EXHAUST AIR FLOW.
NOTE: If operating unit on a carpeted floor, it is not recommended to use on carpets with more than a ½ inch pile height.
3.You can then select the desired speed setting. This air purifier has three speed settings. You can select from HIGH (3), MEDIUM (2), or LOW (1) by pressing the desired operating speed control button on the control panel. The corresponding indicator light will illuminate to indicate which setting being selected.
4.To release negative ions into the filtered air, press the ionizer button (
) and the indicator light will illuminate.
B
C |
D |
CONTROL PANEL (close-up) |
E |
F |
G |
H |
I |
NOTE: The ionizer will not work unless the unit is running.
5. To activate the Night Light at any speed setting, press the night light button ( ) to illuminate. Press the button again, the night light will go off.
CLEANING/MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
1.Turn the air purifier off and unplug it before cleaning.
2.The outside of the air purifier can be cleaned with a soft, clean dampened cloth.
3.The base air inlet grill (reference Fig. 1) can be removed and washed in warm soapy water (not dishwasher safe). Dry before replacing in the unit.
4.The filtered air outlet can be cleaned of dust with a small, soft brush.
5.If you wish to clean the inside filter chamber, please only use a dry, soft cloth to wipe it down. WARNING: Do not allow moisture to come in contact with the main housing of the air purifier.
| Fig. 2 | Air Purifier |
| |
| | Housing |
| | Power Cord Outlet |
| | Power Cord |
| | Take out Permanent |
| | HEPA-type Filter for |
| | cleaning |
| Base Air | BASE AIR INLET GRILL |
| (close-up) |
| Inlet Grill |
CAUTION: Do not use gasoline, benzine, thinner, harsh cleaners, etc., as they will damage the product. NEVER use ALCOHOL OR SOLVENTS.
FILTER CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT:
•If the filter is enclosed in plastic bag, remove it before use.
NOTE: Every few weeks, check the condition of filter. Filter life will vary, depending on air quality and usage. Under normal conditions of continuous use, the HEPA-type filter will operate efficiently for 3-4 months, but we recommend regular cleaning for optimal performance.
After approximately 4 months of operation, the Filter Check Indicator will will illuminate (yellow LED) to alert you to clean filter before further use.
To remove the filter for cleaning:
1.Turn off and unplug the air purifier.
2.To open and release the base air inlet grill from the base, locate the handle at the base grill and turn
counter-clockwise until the Unlock icon ( ) is aligned with the indicator mark below the power cord outlet on the rear side of the air purifier housing (see Fig. 2).
3.Take out the permanent HEPA-type filter from the unit, check the condition of the filter, and remove for cleaning if dirty.
4.Using your vacuum cleaner, run the brush attachment along both sides of the filter and clean between the pleated layers (see Fig 3).
IMPORTANT: Do not use water, household cleaners or detergents to clean the permanent filter.
Fig. 3
