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P L E A S E R E A D A N D S AV E T H E S E
I M P O R TA N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S
F E AT U R E S - O P E R AT I O N S
F E AT U R E S - O P E R AT I O N S
C L E A N I N G / M A I N T E N A N C E S T O R A G E I N S T R U C T I O N S
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
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. | Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To avoid fire |
| hazard, NEVER put the cord under rugs or near heat |
| registers. |
4. | DO NOT place humidifier near heat sources such as stoves, |
| radiators, and heaters. DO locate your humidifier on an |
| inside wall near an electrical outlet. The humidifier should be |
| at least 4 inches (10 cm) away from the wall for best results. |
5. NEVER place humidifier in an area where it is accessible to |
| children. NEVER use humidifier in a closed room, particularly |
| where a child may be sleeping, resting, or playing (a |
| closed room may result in excessive humidity). |
6. | WARNING: Do not attempt to refill humidifier without |
| first unplugging the unit from its electrical outlet. |
| Failure to heed this warning may cause personal |
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 |
| the manufacturer may cause hazards. |
11. | DO NOT use outdoors. |
12. | Always place humidifier on a firm, flat, level surface. A |
| waterproof mat or pad is recommended for use under |
| the humidifier. NEVER place it on a rug or carpet, or on |
| a finished floor that may be damaged by exposure to |
| water or moisture. |
13. DO NOT allow the Moisture Outlet to directly face the wall. |
| Moisture could cause damage, particularly to wall paper. |
14. | Humidifier should be unplugged when not in use. |
15. | NEVER tilt, move, or attempt to empty unit while it is |
| operating. Shut off and unplug before removing the |
| water tank and moving the unit. If you have a warm |
| mist humidifier, DO NOT attempt to remove the water |
| tank within 15 minutes after the humidifier is turned |
| off and unplugged. Serious injury may result. |
19.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 qualified personnel only.
20.Never place housing under water flow, or immerse in liquids.
21.DO NOT plug in the cord with wet hands, electric shock could result.
22.DO NOT pour water in any openings other than the water tank.
23.If you have a warm mist humidifier, allow unit to cool before refilling water tank or maintenance as the heater bulb is hot.
24.To prevent damage to surfaces, do not place humidifier under overhanging surfaces.
25.NEVER operate unit without water in the tank.
26.Do not move unit after it has been used until unit cools completely.
27.Use both hands when carrying full tank of water.
of the humidifier (refer to the rating artwork placed on the humidifier). 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.
HOW WARM MIST WORKS
Your Holmes® Warm Mist humidifier is designed to allow the proper amount of water to flow out of the tank. Air is drawn in through the grill openings located in the back of the unit and mixed with steam in the misting chamber. The warm mist is then dispersed out of the top of the misting chamber through the outlet grill and into the room.
NOTE: A humidity level below 20% can be unhealthy and uncomfortable. The recommended humidity level is between 40%-50%.
PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. | Be sure the humidifier is switched off. |
2. | Select a location for your humidifier, on a flat level |
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT:
1.Turn the Power Knob to the HIGH position. The power light will be ON and the Reset Light will be off. It is normal for the humidifier to take about 10 minutes to warm up and begin to mist.
2.After the unit begins misting, set the humidifier to the desired power setting (HIGH or LOW).
RESET PROCEDURE
NOTE: When the water tank is empty and the water in the Heating Chamber is almost empty, the Automatic Shut Off will activate. The RESET Light will illuminate and the unit will not operate again until you refill the water tank and reset the humidifier.
1. | Turn the power knob to Reset. |
2. | Unplug the unit. |
3. | Remove and refill the water tank, being sure to follow |
| the Daily Maintenance Instructions. Replace the tank |
| onto the base. |
USING THE HUMIDISTAT
The Humidistat feature allows you to set and maintain the humidity level you wish for your room to maintain. The Humidistat setting is designed to operate between 25% and 65% relative humidity range. The recommended setting is 40-50%. Turn the knob clockwise as far as it will turn to achieve the highest humidistat setting. In this setting, the humidifier will run constantly. To lower your desired humidity level, simply turn the knob counterclockwise to choose your setting. When the humidity in the room is less than the level you have set, the humidifier will continue to produce moisture. Once the set humidity level has been achieved, the unit will turn off. When the room humidity drops below your set level, the unit will automatically begin producing moisture again. Depending on the size of your room and your personal comfort, you will set your humidistat at different levels. If condensation forms on your windows or walls, or your measured room humidity reads above 50% by use of a hygrometer, turn off your humidifier, or lower your Humidistat level.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
The following maintenance procedures must be routinely followed in order to ensure proper, efficient operation of your humidifier. The unit WILL NOT WORK CORRECTLY if it is not cleaned properly.
When the unit is in use, daily and weekly maintenance is recommended. Regular weekly cleaning prevents scale buildup on the heating element and tray. It also prevents micro-organisms from growing on the tray and tank. This ensures that maximum efficiency will be achieved.
We cannot over-emphasize how essential proper cleaning is to the maintenance and continued use of your unit and to the avoidance of algae or bacteria build-up.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
Allow to cool before maintenance.
1. | Before cleaning, set the control to OFF position and |
| unplug the unit from the electrical outlet. |
2. | Remove the water tank then unlock the misting chamber |
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
Remove scale: Allow to cool before maintenance.
1.Repeat steps 1-5 in the Daily Maintenance section.
2.Clean the tray by partially filling the tray with one 8- oz cup of undiluted white vinegar. Let solution stand 20 minutes, cleaning all interior surfaces with a soft brush. Dampen a cloth with undiluted white vinegar and wipe out entire tray to remove scale.
3.Rinse with clean warm water to remove scale and the white vinegar solution before beginning to disinfect the tank.
4.Wipe the heating element clean with a soft cloth after it has had chance to cool.
Disinfect tank:
1. | Fill tank with 1/2 teaspoon of chlorine bleach and 1/2 |
| gallon of water. |
2. | Let the solution stand for 20 minutes, swishing every |
| few minutes. Wet all surfaces. |
3. | Empty the tank after 20 minutes, and rinse well with |
| water until the bleach smell is gone. Dry with a clean |
| injury. Be sure to unplug the unit by pulling on the |
| plug and not the cord. |
7. | Never place anything over moisture outlet when the |
| unit is running. |
8. | NEVER drop or insert any object into any openings. DO |
| NOT place hands, face or body directly over or near |
| Moisture Outlet while unit is in operation. DO NOT |
| cover Moisture Outlet while the unit is operating. |
9. | DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or |
| plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or if it has been |
| dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance |
| to manufacturer for examination, electrical or mechanical |
| adjustment, or repair. |
16. This humidifier requires daily and weekly maintenance to |
operate appropriately. Refer to daily and weekly cleaning |
procedures. Use only cleaners and additives recommended |
by the manufacturer. Never use gasoline, glass cleaner, |
furniture polish, paint thinner, or other household solvents |
to clean any part of the humidifier. |
17. Excessive humidity in a room can cause water condensation |
on windows and some furniture. If this happens, turn |
the humidifier OFF. |
18. Do not use humidifier in an area where humidity level |
is in excess of 50%. Use a hygrometer, available at |
your local retailer or through the manufacturer to |
measure the humidity. |
PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THESE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Consumer Safety Information
NOTE: This is an electrical appliance and requires attention when in use.
NOTE: If moisture forms on the walls or windows of the room, turn off the humidifier. The room already has plenty of humidity and additional moisture may cause damage.
NOTE: DO NOT block air inlet or outlet.
| surface about 4 inches (10 cm) away from the wall. DO |
| NOT place the humidifier on a finished floor or near |
| furniture, which can be damaged by too much moisture |
| or water. Place on a moisture resistant surface. |
3. | Remove the tank from the main housing. |
4. | Bring the tank to the sink, turn upside down and twist |
| off the tank cap by turning counter clockwise. Fill tank |
| with cool, fresh tap water. DO NOT fill with warm water |
| as this may cause leaking. Replace the cap on tank |
| FIRMLY. The tank will hold 1.8 gallons of water. The |
| humidifier will produce up to 3 gallons of water over a |
| 24 hour time period. |
5. | Make sure the safety lock is rotated completely to the |
| locked position. Place tank back on to the base. The |
4. | Wait 15 minutes for the Automatic Shut-Off to reset. |
5. | After the 15 minutes, plug in the unit and turn the |
| Power Knob, to HIGH. The RESET light should now be |
| off (if not repeat steps 1 through 5). In about 10 |
| minutes, the humidifier will begin to produce moisture. |
If the reset light is still on at this point, and the unit does not begin to produce moisture within a few minutes, then repeat Steps 1-5.
IMPORTANT: If you do not plan to use the humidifier for two or more days, make sure any residual water is drained from the water tank and base to prevent algae or bacteria growth.
Figure 1 | | A |
I | | |
H | Power | |
Reset | Off |
| Low |
Reset | High |
| |
G
F
E
A. | Humidifier Tank |
B. | Carry Handle |
B
C
D
F. | Removable Tray |
G. | 2-Speed Humidity |
by rotating the safety lock towards the front of the |
unit. Lift mist chamber from the unit’s base. Now lift |
the tray from the base. |
3. Empty water and minerals from the tray and place in |
the top rack of the dishwasher. This will remove any |
sediment and dirt that has accumulated in the tray. |
NOTE: It is imperative that the tray is cleaned properly. The tray is dishwasher safe (top rack ONLY) for easy cleaning.
4. | Wipe the heating element clean with a soft cloth after |
| it has had a chance to cool. |
5. | Replace misting chamber and engage safety lock. The |
| Electronic Thermal Control Heating element is lined |
| with a coating that is designed to provide the easiest |
cloth or paper towel. |
4. Refill the water tank with cool water; replace the |
housing and water tank. Repeat ALL Operating Instructions. |
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
When not using your humidifier for an extended period of time:
1. | Clean, rinse and thoroughly dry the humidifier as |
| directed in weekly maintenance. DO NOT leave any |
| water in the unit when storing. Leaving water in the |
| unit may render the unit inoperable for the following |
| season. |
2. | Place the humidifier in the original carton and store in |
THIS APPLIANCE HAS A POLARIZED PLUG (one blade is wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFY THIS PLUG OR DEFEAT THIS
SAFETY FEATURE IN ANY WAY.
Cord and Plug Installation Safety Instructions
The length of cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards of becoming tangled in, or tripping over a longer cord. 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 rating
tank will immediately begin to empty into the base. |
6. Plug the humidifier into a 120V electrical outlet. |
C. | Tank Cap |
D. | Humidifier Base |
E. | Safety Lock |
| Control |
H. | Humidistat |
I. | Humidifier Housing |
cleaning and prolong the operating efficiency of the |
humidifier. DO NOT use any metal or hard objects to |
clean the Heating Element. Never use detergents, gasoline, |
kerosene, glass cleaner, furniture polish, paint thinner |
or other household solvents to clean any part of the |
humidifier. |
