When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be taken including the following:
1.Read all instructions before using this appliance.
2.Use fan only for purposes described in the instruction manual.
3.To protect against electrical shock do not immerse unit, plug or cord in water or spray with liquids and plug the appliance directly into a electrical outlet.
4.WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, DO NOT use this fan with any solid-state speed control device.
5.Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
6.Unplug from outlet when not in use, when moving fan from one location to another, before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning.
7.Avoid contact with moving parts.
8.Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable fumes.
9.To avoid fire hazard, NEVER place the cord under rugs or any parts near an open flame, cooking or other heating appliance.
10.Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug after the appliance malfunctions, or has been dropped/damaged in any manner.
11.The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause hazards.
12.Do not use outdoors.
13.Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table, counter or come in contact with hot surfaces or leave exposed to high traffic areas.
14.To disconnect, grip plug and pull from wall outlet. Never yank on cord.
15.Always use on a dry, level surface.
16.Do not operate fan until fully assembled with all parts properly in place.
17.This product is intended for household use ONLY and not for commercial or industrial applications.
18.WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock and injury to persons, DO NOT use your fan in the window.
PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Tools required: One Phillips head screw driver.
Assembly time: 10-15 minutes.
NOTE: MAKE SURE YOU REMOVE ALL CONTENTS OF THE PACKAGE. PLEASE CHECK PACKAGING MATERIALS FOR PARTS THAT COULD BE REQUIRED TO ASSEMBLE YOUR FAN.
1.Remove the base weight and nut from the bottom of the fan base. Unscrew the nut and remove the plastic plug from the hole of the base to remove the base weight.
2.Insert Lower Pole through the hole in the center of Base and twist clockwise into position. Be sure to align the grooves on the threaded joint with the raised slots protruding from the base center walls. (See Figure 1)
Figure 1 | C | D | E | | F | G H I |
A | B | | | | | | J |
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A. | Logo Plate | | | Q | | |
B. | Front Grill | | | | | |
C. | Blade Cap | | | R | | |
D. | Fan Blade | | | | | |
E. | Rear Grill Mounting | | S | | |
| Nut | | | | | | |
F. | Rear Grill | | | | T | | |
G. | Motor Shaft | | | | | |
H. | Motor Housing | | | | | |
| Assembly | | | | | | |
I. | Oscillation Knob | | | | |
J. | Speed Control Knob | | | | |
K. | Grill Mount | | | | | |
L. | Tilt-Adjustment Knob | | | | |
M. | Upper Pole | | | | | |
N. | Grill Screw | | | | | |
O. | Threaded Joint | | | R. | Base | |
| (Male) | | | | |
P. | Hollow End (Female) | | S. | Base Weight |
Q. | Lower Pole | | | T. | Weight Nut |
3.Turn the Base upside down (pole facing the floor) and place the Weight over the threaded pole end. The threads will be exposed as they protrude through the weight.
4.Secure the Weight to the Base by tightening the Weight Nut in a clockwise direction.
NOTE: DO NOT use a tool to tighten the Base Nut.
5.Insert the remaining Pole with the Threaded Joint into the Hollow End of the Pole connected to the Base and twist clockwise to secure.
6.Place Motor Housing assembly onto the Upper Pole.
7.Position the Rear Grill over the Motor Shaft, making certain the 2 notches at the top and bottom of the Rear Grill fit over the 2 prongs on the Motor Housing. Secure the Rear Grill in place with the Rear Grill Mounting Nut. Turn Mounting Nut clockwise and tighten firmly.
8.Slide the Fan Blade, with the hollowed interior of the Blade facing toward the Rear Grill, firmly onto the Motor Shaft. Secure the Fan Blade onto the Motor Shaft by turning the Blade Cap counter-clockwise and tighten firmly.
9.Center the Front Grill by aligning the Holmes® logo horizontally and parallel to the floor, and then place into the Rear Grill. Snap the Front and Rear Grills completely together. Tighten the Grill Screw at the bottom of the Rear Grill.
10.Insert Decorative Oscillation Cap into Oscillation Knob located on top of Motor Housing Assembly. Refer to letter I in Figure 1 for placement.
NOTE: If Logo Plate is not already assembled to Front Grill, you must attach it by aligning the slots located on the back side of the Logo Plate with the notches in the grill center. Press firmly into place.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1.Set fan on a dry, level surface.
2.Plug cord into any standard 120 volt AC outlet. Please make sure the Speed Control Knob is in the off position.
3.Turn the Speed Control Knob located on the back of the Motor Housing Assembly to select your desired speed. O-Off, III=High, II=Medium, I=Low.
OSCILLATION
The Oscillation control knob ( ) is located on the top of the Fan Motor Housing. To start Oscillation, push control knob down. To stop Oscillation, pull control knob up.
ADJUSTMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Fan Head Tilt-Adjustment
1.To change the tilting angle of the Fan Head, simply loosen the Tilt-Adjustment Knob.
2.Move the Fan Head to the desired angle and firmly tighten the Tilt-Adjustment Knob to lock into place.
Reduced Height Adjustment
3. Remove the Lower Extension Pole for reduced height.
CLEANING/MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
Follow these instructions to correctly and safely care for your fan. Please remember:
•Always unplug the fan before cleaning.
•Do not allow water to drip on or enter into fan housing.
•Be sure to use a soft cloth moistened with a mild soap solution.
•Do not use any of the following as a cleaner: gasoline, thinner, or benzene.
Fan Cleaning
Clean the Fan Grill, Housing, Fan Blade and Base with a soft, damp cloth. Please use caution around the Motor Housing area. Do not allow the motor or other electrical components to be exposed to water.
To access the blade, remove the front grill from the fan head. Clean the blade with a soft, damp cloth. Make sure that the front grill is secured to the fan head prior to beginning operation again.
FAN STORAGE
When storing your fan in the off season, it is important to keep it in a safe dry location. It is important to protect the fan head from dust. We strongly recommend using the original box from purchase.
If you have any questions regarding your product or would like to learn more about other Holmes® products, please contact our Consumer Service Department at 1-800-546-5637 or visit our website at