Holmes HM1285 Instruction Manual - Page 2

HM128504EM1.qxd 7/2/04 14:39 Page 2 PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FEATURES - OPERATION REPLACING THE FILTER CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS - STORAGE 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, radia- tors, and heaters. DO locate your humidifier on an inside wall near an electrical outlet. The humidifier should be at least 4" 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 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. 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 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. THIS PRODUCT IS EQUIPPED WITH A POLARIZED AC (Alternating Current) PLUG (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power 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 DEFEAT THE SAFETY PURPOSE OF THIS POLARIZED PLUG IN ANY WAY 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. 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. Do not use gasoline, glass, 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. 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.To prevent damage to surfaces, do not place humidifier under overhanging surfaces. 24.NEVER operate unit without water in the tank. 25.Use both hands when carrying full tank of water. 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. 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 of 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 COOL MIST WORKS Your Holmes® Cool Mist humidifier draws dry air through the rear air intake grill area. This air is then passed through a moisture-laden wick filter, which retains the minerals and deposits in the water. The resulting moist air is directed back into the room from the top air grill. NOTE: This humidification system provides a cool, invisible moisture output. It is normal not to see the mist. 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 and disconnected from the electrical outlet. Place on a water resistant surface. 2. Select a location for your humidifier, on a flat surface, about 4" away from the wall. Do not place your humidifier on furniture; a floor location that will not be damaged by moisture is best. 3. Remove the water tank by holding the tank handle and lifting straight upward (see figure 2). 4. Remove the main housing by lifting straight upward. Check to see that the wick filter is properly in place. Replace the humidifier housing. FILLING THE WATER TANK NOTE: This humidifier holds about 1 gallons of water in the tank and humidifier base. The humidifier will produce up to 3 gallons of moisture over a 24-Hour period, depending on the room humidity and temperature. 1. Be sure the humidifier is switched OFF and disconnected from the electrical outlet. 2. Remove the tank from the base by holding the handle and lifting straight up (see figure 2). 3. Twist off the tank cap located on the bottom of the tank by turning counter clockwise and fill the water tank with cool, fresh water. Do not fill with warm water as this may cause leaking. 4. After filling the tank, replace the tank cap by firmly turning clockwise and then replace the water tank on the base. The tank will immediately begin to empty into the base. 5. Plug the power cord into a 120V AC electrical outlet. Figure 1 B A A. Circular Filter Supports B. Circular Extended Life Filter C. Humidifier Base C OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Turn the Power knob to the desired setting (LOW or HIGH). 2. Turn the Humidistat knob to the highest setting. 3. When the desired humidity level is reached the humidistat can be set to a lower setting to reduce the desired humidification rate. NOTE: Allow up to 30 minutes for the filter to fully absorb water and the unit to produce the maximum moisture output. 4. When the water tank is empty and the water in the base is almost empty, you need to refill the tank. The fan will continue to run to help dry the humidifier. Switch off and unplug the unit. Please follow the Daily Cleaning instructions before refilling the water tank. 5. Refill the tank as directed in the Pre-Operating Instructions. 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, base and wick filter to prevent algae or bacteria growth. 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, and produce the greatest amount of moisture. 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 fan 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. A B G H Figure 2 C A. Carry Handle High Off Low D B. Water Tank Low E C. Humidifier Housing D. 2-Speed Humidity Control/Power Knob F E. Humidistat F. Filter Support G. Humidifier Base H. FilterCheck® Indicator REPLACING THE FILTER 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 FilterCheck® Indicator. When the unit is off, the FilterCheck® Indicator will read in the OFF position. After 60 minutes of use, FilterCheck® Indicator (refer to fig. 3 for close-up of indicator) will move from the OFF position and indicate your filter Figure 3 condition. A brand new filter will register in the blue section reading GOOD filter. After frequent use of your humidifier, the FilterCheck® 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, follow the steps below. 1. Be sure the humidifier is switched OFF and disconnected from the electrical outlet. 2. Remove the tank and main housing to access the base tray. 3. Discard the old filter and follow weekly cleaning instructions. 4. Insert a new filter into the filter support in the base. 5. Replace the main housing and then the tank. 6. Repeat Operating Instruction steps. It will take about 30 minutes for the humidifier to reach maximum output. You can obtain a new filter by calling 1-800-5-HOLMES in the USA or by visiting your nearest retailer or authorized service center. This humidifier takes model HWF62 replacement filter. 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 and dry the humidifier thoroughly as per the Weekly Maintenance instructions above. 2. Let the humidifier dry completely before storing. Do not store with water inside the base. 3. Do not store with the reservoir cap in place. 4. Throw away the wicking filter. Do not store with wick filter in place 5. Store in a cool dry location. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Humidifiers provide comfort by adding moisture to dry indoor air. To get the most of the benefit from the humidifier and avoid product failure, follow all maintenance instructions carefully. If the recommended care and maintenance guidelines are not followed, micro-organisms may be able to grow in the water within the humidifier. Daily Maintenance 1. Before cleaning, be sure the humidifier is switched OFF and disconnected from the electrical outlet. 2. Lift off the tank and the housing of the humidifier. Remove filter and place in sink or tub as the filter will release water when not in the humidifier. 3. Carry the base and the tank to the sink, remove the wick filter, then drain and rinse the base and tank thoroughly to remove any sediment and dirt. Wipe clean and dry with a clean soft cloth or paper towel. (DO NOT use metal cleaning utensils or abrasive cleaners) 4. Put the filter back in the filter supports, replace the housing, then refill the tank with cool tap water as instructed in filling the water tank instructions. Weekly Maintenance Remove scale: 1. Repeat steps 1-3 above. 2. Clean the base by partially filling the base with one 8-oz cup of undiluted white vinegar, or by using CleanseClean® by Holmes®. Let solution stand 20 minutes, clean all interior surfaces with a soft brush. 3. Dampen a cloth with undiluted white vinegar and wipe out entire base to remove scale. 4. Rinse with clean warm water to remove scale and the white vinegar solution before beginning to disinfect the tank. 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 cloth or paper towel. 4. Refill the water tank with cool water; replace the housing and the water tank. Repeat ALL Operating Instructions.