Holmes HAP222-UC1 Owners Guide - Page 2

HAP222UC08EM1.qxd:9100040003493 8/8/08 3:19 PM Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 hazards, 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. 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. PLEASE SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PLUG SAFETY CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, THIS PRODUCT HAS A POLARIZED PLUG (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact qualified personnel to install the proper outlet. DO NOT ALTER THE PLUG IN ANY WAY. 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 FEATURES - OPERATIONS cord must be equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the air purifier (see rating label marked on 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® Odor Grabber PlusTM Purifier features an Arm & Hammer® enhanced HEPA-type filter that helps fight common household odors and remove particles such as dust, pollen, mold spores and pet dander from the air passing through the filter. • Optional ionizer naturally improves performance and helps freshen the air. 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. 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 fan on. What Are Ions? Ions are tiny particles that carry a positive or negative charge. They exist naturally around us: in the air, water, and ground. Both positive and negative ions are colorless, odorless, and harmless. How Does The Ionizer Work? Negative ions help air purification by attaching themselves to very small airborne particles in the room. These particles take on a negative charge and may join 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. TWO SPEED SETTINGS Select from HIGH (II) or LOW (I) speed settings depending on the room air quality. FILTER REMINDER DIAL This convenient feature helps you keep track of when to change the filter. 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. Pull air inlet grill towards you by grasping the finger tabs on both sides. 3. Remove carbon pre-filter by pulling off prongs. 4. Remove plastic bag from carbon pre-filter. *Tested and listed by the Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. OPERATIONS CLEANING/MAINTENANCE 5. Remove main filter by gripping on both sides and pulling forward. 6. Remove protective plastic bag from the main filter cartridge. 7. Fold the tabs up on the main filter cartridge and hang onto the plastic tabs of the air purifier with the carbon (black) filter side facing you. (Figure 1). 8. Replace the carbon pre-filter. 9. Replace air inlet grill back onto unit securely. 10. Select current month on the filter reminder dial. This will serve as reference for when filter replacement is needed. 11. DO NOT POINT FILTERED AIR OUTLET TOWARDS WALL. CLEANING/MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Turn off and unplug the unit before cleaning. 1. The outside of the air purifier can be cleaned with a soft, clean dampened cloth. 2. The air inlet grill can be removed and washed in warm soapy water (not dishwasher safe). Dry before replacing in the unit. 3. The air outlet grill can be cleaned of dust with a small soft brush. WARNING: Do not allow moisture to come in contact with the main housing of the air purifier. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Plug into a 120V AC electrical outlet. 2. Select the desired operating speed from HIGH (II), or LOW (I) by sliding the switch to the desired setting. The power light will illuminate letting you know the power is on. 3. To release negative ions into the filtered air, slide the Ionizer switch to ON ( ) and the light will illuminate. For optimum air filtration, it is recommended to operate the air purifier continuously. Its rugged motor has been designed to give many years of use. For continuous use, operate the air purifier at the HIGH (II) setting; for quieter operation or use in a bedroom, select the LOW (I) setting. Figure 1