Holmes HM3855 Product Manual

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HM3855L-UM13EM1

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

© 2013 Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions. All Rights Reserved.

Distributed by Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions, Boca Raton, Florida 33431.

1 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions or if in Canada, Sunbeam Corporation (Canada)

Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions (collectively “JCS”) warrants that for a period of one year from

the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. JCS, at its option, will repair

or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period.

Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component.

If the product is no longer available,

replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty. Do NOT

attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this product. Doing so will void this warranty.

This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable.

Keep the original sales receipt.

Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. JCS dealers, service

centers, or retail stores selling JCS products do not have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and

conditions of this warranty.

This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or

misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly,

repair or alteration by anyone other than JCS or an authorized JCS service center. Further, the warranty does not

cover: Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes.

What are the limits on JCS’s Liability?

JCS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express, implied or

statutory warranty or condition.

Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for

a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty.

JCS disclaims all other warranties, conditions or representations, express, implied, statutory or otherwise.

JCS shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase, use or misuse of, or inability to use

the product including incidental, special, consequential or similar damages or loss of profits, or for any breach of

contract, fundamental or otherwise, or for any claim brought against purchaser by any other party.

Some provinces, states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages

or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from province to province,

state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

How to Obtain Warranty Service

In the U.S.A.

If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call

1-800-546-5637 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you.

In Canada

If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call

1-800-546-5637 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you.

In the U.S.A., this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions located

in Boca Raton, Florida 33431. In Canada, this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited doing

business as Jarden Consumer Solutions, located at 20 B Hereford Street, Brampton, Ontario L6Y 0M1. If you have any

other problem or claim in connection with this product, please write our Consumer Service Department.

PLEASE DO

NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY OF THESE ADDRESSES OR TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.

TROUBLESHOOTING

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Question

Answer

•

What are the variables that affect

run time?

The estimated run time for this humidifier is based on average room

conditions. The actual run time of your humidifier is dependent on numerous

variables such as:

✔

Air exchange in the room where the humidifier is placed.

✔

Room construction of the room where the humidifier is placed.

✔

Temperature of the room where the humidifier is placed.

✔

Humidity levels in the room where the humidifier is placed.

✔

Movement of occupants and the opening and closing of doors in the room

where the humidifier is placed.

✔

Home furnishings in the room where the humidifier is placed.

•

How do I remove film on water

tank?

✔

See Daily Maintenance instructions. Regular cleaning is recommended.

•

How can I extend the run time?

✔

Run your unit on the lowest setting.

✔

If your unit has electronics, set it to your desired humidity level. The unit

will turn on and off, which will extend the run time.

✔

Fill the tank all the way full, place it on the base, let the water empty into

the base until it stops bubbling, then refill the tank full again. This ensures

maximum water capacity and will extend run time.

TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLE

PROBABLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

•

Unit does not turn on.

*

Not plugged in.

*

Outlet not functioning.

4

Plug in unit.

4

Have outlet replaced by a licensed electrician.

•

Mist output insufficient

or none.

*

Speed setting is on LO

*

The filter has not absorbed water.

*

Filter support cap not positioned

correctly.

4

Operate on HI setting.

4

Wait 30 minutes for filter to absorb water.

4

Support cap should rest on top of filter.

•

Filter turns brown.

*

The filter has absorbed

minerals.

4

Replace your filter (HWF75/SF221) by calling

1-800-546-5637, or visiting

www.holmesproducts.com

.

CLEANING / MAINTENANCE

STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

If your humidifier will not be in use for two days or more, follow these instructions.

1.

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

base or tray.

2.

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

3.

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

4.

Always clean the humidifier before the next season begins.

5.

Order your replacement filter for next year’s use.

REPLACEMENT ACCESSORIES

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

•

Visit your local retailer

•

Go to

www.holmesproducts.com

•

Call Consumer Service at 1-800-546-5637

If you have any questions regarding your product or would like to learn more about other Holmes

®

products, please contact

our Consumer Service Department at 1-800-546-5637 or visit our website at www.holmesproducts.com.

FILTER# : HWF75 / SF221

FILTER TYPE : WICK

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