Holmes HM3650 R E P L A C I N G T H E F I L T E R, Replacing The Filter, To Replace The Filter

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R E P L A C I N G T H E F I L T E R

C L E A N I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S - S T O R A G E

REPLACING THE FILTER

REPLACEMENT OF HOLMES EXTENDED LIFE FILTERS:

Through normal use, waterborne minerals and sediment become trapped

in the wick filter. The harder your water, the greater the amount of minerals in the water, and the more often you will need to change your filter.

You will be able to monitor the life of the filter in your humidifier by checking the Filter Check™ Indicator. When the unit is off, the Filter Check™ Indicator will read in the OFF position. After 60 minutes of use, Filter Check™ Indicator (refer to fig. 4 for close-up of indicator) will move from the OFF position and

indicate your filter condition. A brand new filter will register in the blue section reading GOOD filter. After frequent use of your humidifier, the

Filter Check™ Indicator will let you know when the filter needs to be changed.

When the needle is in the red (CHANGE) section, this means the proper amount of moisture is not getting into your air due to the excessive minerals and sediment that have become trapped on your filter. At this point, you should replace your filter. It is important to change your filter as indicated to obtain stated performance level.

TO REPLACE THE FILTER:

1.Push the Power OFF and unplug. Lift off the housing of the unit, remove the used wick filter, and throw it away.

2.Remove the protective bag from the new filter and slide the filter down into the circular filter support in the base. Replace the housing, refill the tanks, plug the cord into the electrical outlet and switch ON. Because the filter needs to absorb water to function properly, it will take about 30 minutes for the humidifier to reach the maximum moisture output (figure 3).

NOTE: You can obtain replacement filters (model HWF75) through your local retailer or through Holmes. Please refer to the Humidifier Accessory Form. It is recommended that you order your replacement filter at once so you will have a fresh filter available when necessary.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Humidifiers provide comfort by adding moisture to dry, heated indoor air. To benefit most from the humidifier and avoid product misuse, follow all instructions carefully. Please note that this is an electrical appliance and requires attention when in use.

In addition, if you do not follow the recommended care and maintenance guidelines, micro-organisms may be able to grow in the water within the Water Tank. You must routinely follow the cleaning procedures that follow in order to ensure proper, efficient operation of your humidifier. Proper maintenance and cleaning is essential to the continued performance of your unit and the avoidance of algae or bacteria build-up.

DAILY MAINTENANCE

1.Be sure the humidifier is OFF and the unit is disconnected from the electrical outlet.

2.Remove the housing and the tanks from the humidifier and place them in sink or tub.

3.Carry the base of the unit to the sink, remove the wick filter, place in sink, drain any remaining water and rinse thoroughly to remove any sediment or dirt. Wipe clean, and dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.

4.Drain the water from the tanks into the sink and rinse each tank thoroughly. Wipe clean, and dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.

5.Put filter back in the filter supports, replace the housing, then refill the tanks with cool tap water as instructed earlier in the Filling Instructions. Do not overfill.

6.Follow Operating Instructions.

WEEKLY MAINTENANCE

To Remove Scale:

1.	Repeat steps 1-4 above.
2.	Partially fill the base with Holmes Cleanse Clean™ (Model S1710)
	as instructed on bottle, or with two 8 oz. cups of undiluted white vinegar.
	Leave this solution in the base for 20 minutes, while cleaning all interior
	surfaces with a soft brush. Remove base scale by wiping the base with
	a cloth dampened with undiluted white vinegar.
3.	Rinse with clean warm water to remove the cleaning solution
	before disinfecting the tank.

Figure 3

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D.

To Disinfect Humidifier Base and Tanks:

E. K.

B.C.

I.	H.
F.	G.
A. WATER TANKS
B. HUMIDISTAT	G. AIR INTAKE GRILLS
C. REFILL LIGHT	H. HUMIDIFIER BASE
D. MOISTURE EXHAUST GRILLS	I. HUMIDIFIER HOUSING
E. POWER LIGHT	J. COLOR-CODED FILTER CHANGE
F. 3-SPEED HUMIDITY	INDICATOR STICKER (not shown)
CONTROL KNOB	K. FILTER CHECK™ INDICATOR

1.	Fill Humidifier Base with .2 gallon of water and 1 teaspoon
	of chlorine bleach.
2.	Fill each tank with .5 gallon of water and 1 teaspoon of chlorine bleach.
3.	Let the solution stand for 20 minutes, swishing every few minutes.
	Wet all surfaces.
4.	Carefully empty the Base and Tanks after 20 minutes, and rinse with
	water until you cannot detect any bleach smell. Dry with a clean cloth
	or paper towel.
5.	Check the Filter Change™ Indicator to see if it is time to replace
	the filter. Depending on the water hardness in your area, it may
	be necessary to change the filter every 1-2 months. Re-insert
	the wick filter into the filter support.
6.	Refill the water tanks as directed with cool tap water, replace
	the humidifier housing, and turn the Control Knob to ON.