Holmes WARM MIST CLEANING, HM8305RC warranty Storage Instructions, Replacement Accessory

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

F I LT E R A C C E S S O R I E S

TROUBLE	PROBABLE CAUSE	SOLUTION
Humidity Display not illuminated.	Unit not plugged in.	Plug in unit.
	Power failure.	Check circuit breaker or outlet.
Refill/Reset light illuminated.	Water tank empty.	Refill tank.
	Unit not reset after refill.	Follow manual for Reset Instructions.
		Remove base and flush out residue.
	Scale build-up in base.	Remove scale from heating element.
	Scale build-up in heating element.
Mist output minimal to none.	Scale build-up in base or heating element.	Remove scale from base and heating
		element.
Water leaks from tank.	Tank rubber ring is missing or	Remove tank cap and replace or
	improperly placed.	reposition ring.
	Cap not tight enough.	Tighten the cap.
	Tank water hot.	Tank may be damaged call 1-800-5-HOLMES,
		or visit www.holmesproducts.com.
Crack in tank.	Hot water will cause tank to pressurize.	Fill with cool water only.
	Tanks are delicate, and will crack if dropped.	Handle tank with care.
Film on tank.	Mineral deposits cause film on tank	Clean/disinfect tank as instructed in cleaning
	to build-up.	instructions. To order call 1-800-5-HOLMES
		or visit www.holmesproducts.com.
Cloudy Water.	Mineral deposits cause film on tank to build-up.	Clean/disinfect tank as instructed in weekly
		cleaning instructions. To order call 1-800-5-
		HOLMES or visit www.holmesproducts.com.

WA R R A N T Y I N F O R M AT I O N

SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

1.DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void the Warranty.

2.If you need to exchange the unit, please return it in its original carton, with a sales receipt, to the store where you purchased it. If you are returning the unit more than 30 days after the date of purchase, please see the enclosed Warranty.

3.If you have any questions or comments regarding this unit’s operation or believe any repair is necessary, please write to our Consumer Service Department or visit our

website at www.holmesproducts.com.

THE HOLMES GROUP, INC. CONSUMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT 32B SPUR DRIVE

EL PASO, TX 79906

For your own records, staple or attach your sales receipt to this manual. Also, please take a moment to write the store name/location and date purchased below.

STORE NAME:

LOCATION:

DATE PURCHASED:

(STAPLE RECEIPT HERE)

FIVE (5) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

SAVE THIS WARRANTY INFORMATION

A.	This Warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product.
B.	This Warranty applies ONLY to repair or replacement of any supplied or manufactured parts of this product that, upon inspection by The Holmes Group, Inc. authorized
	personnel, is shown to have failed in normal use due to defects in material or workmanship. The Holmes Group will determine whether to repair or replace the unit.
	This Warranty does not apply to installation expenses.
C.	Operating this unit under conditions other than those recommended or at voltages other than the voltage indicated on the unit, or attempting to service or modify the
	unit, will render this WARRANTY VOID.
D. Unless otherwise proscribed by law, The Holmes Group shall not be liable for any personal injury, property or any incidental or consequential
	damage of any kind (including water damage) resulting from malfunctions, defects, misuse, improper installation or alteration of this product.
E.	All parts of this product excluding filters, which are covered under separate warranty, are guaranteed for a period of 5 years as follows:
	1. Within the first 30 days from date of purchase, the store from which you purchased your product should replace this product if it is defective in material or workmanship
	(provided the store has in-stock replacement.) If you intend to assert any claim in connection with the product, please follow the instructions in paragraph F.

	☎ INFO HOT-LINE: If, after reading this owner’s guide you have any
	questions or comments, please call 1-800-5-HOLMES and a Consumer
	Service Representative will be happy to assist you.
Warm Mist	HM8305RC
	HM8305
Humidifier

Owner’s Guide

STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

If your humidifier will not be in use for two days or more, or at the end of the season follow these instructions.

1.Clean, rinse and thoroughly dry the humidifier as directed in the weekly maintenance section. DO NOT leave any water inside the base.

2.Wait for the heating element to cool completely, and then clean the heating element with a damp soft cloth.

3.Remove the tank cap. Do not store with the tank cap in place.

4.Place the humidifier in the original carton and store in a cool, dry place.

5.Always clean the humidifier before the next season begins.

2.	Within the first sixty months from date of purchase, The Holmes Group will repair or replace the product if it is defective in material or workmanship, subject to the
	conditions in paragraph G.
F. If you have any other problem or claim in connection with this product, please write our Consumer Service Department.
G. IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS. Your Warranty depends on your following these instructions if you are returning the unit to The Holmes Group, Inc.:
1.	Carefully pack the item in its original carton or other suitable box to avoid damage in shipping.
2.	Before packing your unit for return, be sure to enclose:
	a) Your name, full address with zip code and telephone number
	b) A dated sales receipt or PROOF OF PURCHASE,
	c) Your $7.00 check for return shipping and handling, and
	d) The model number of the unit and the problem you are having. (Enclose in an envelope and tape directly to the unit before the box is sealed.)

REPLACEMENT ACCESSORY

To order the replacement accessories you can do any of the following:

•Fill out the accessory card found with the product

•Visit your local retailer

•Go to www.holmesproducts.com

•Call consumer service at 1-800-5-HOLMES

Holmes®, the Holmes logo®, AccuSet Plus™, the AccuSet Plus logo™ and CleanseClean® are trademarks of The Holmes Group, Inc. or its subsidiaries.

3.	The Holmes Group recommends you ship the package U.P.S. ground service for tracking purposes.
4.	All shipping charges must be prepaid by you.
5.	Mark the outside of your package:

HOLMES

THE HOLMES GROUP, INC.

32B SPUR DRIVE EL PASO, TX 79906

SHIPPING AND HANDLING CHARGES: $7.00 (USD)

This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. The provisions of this Warranty are in addition to, and not a modification of, or subtraction from, the statutory warranties and other rights and remedies contained in any applicable legislation. To the extent that any provision of this Warranty is inconsistent with any applicable law, such provision shall be deemed voided or amended, as necessary, to comply with such law.

HM8305.03.US.OM1 HM8305/8305RC03EM1 Printed in China

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