Holmes HM401 Instruction Manual - Page 2

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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. DO NOT place humidifier near heat sources such as stoves, radiators, and heaters. The humidifier should be at least 4 inches (10 cm) away from the wall for best results. 3. NEVER place humidifier in an area where it is accessible to children. 4. Do not refill humidifier without unplugging the unit from its electrical outlet. Failure to heed this warning may cause personal injury. Unplug by pulling the adapter, not the cord. 5. Never place anything over moisture outlet when the unit is running. 6. NEVER drop or insert any object into any openings. 7. DO NOT operate appliance with a damaged cord or adapter, 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. 8. Use appliance only for intended household use as described in this manual. 9. Humidifier should be unplugged when not in use. 10. Never place housing under water flow or immerse in liquids. Do not pour water in any openings other than the water tank. 11. NEVER operate unit without water in the tank. 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. FCC STATEMENT Potential for Radio/Television interference This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 18 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. The product generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the HM401_15EM1.indd 2 FEATURES - OPERATIONS instructions, may cause harmful interference to Figure 1 radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If the product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the A product on or off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the A. Top Cover following measures: B. Mist Nozzle • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. C. Humidifier Housing • Increase the separation between the product D. Indicator Light B and the receiver. • Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. E. Power Button F. Power Adapter MAX FILL C • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help. D • Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for F E compliance could void the user's authority Figure 2 Figure 3 to operate the equipment. MAX line OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MFIALXL 1. Select a location for your humidifier, on a flat level surface about 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. 2. Connect the power adapter to the power jack located at the bottom of the humidifier housing (see Figure 3). FEATURES - OPERATIONS 3. Remove the Top Cover and take out the Mist Nozzle (see Figure 1). 4. Pour a glass of cool, fresh tap water into the tank area inside the humidifier housing (see Figure 2). Ensure the water level is below the MAX line, do not overfill. DO NOT fill with warm water as this may cause leaking. NOTE: If there is NO mist output after filling the tank, you may have filled the tank above the MAX line in which case the unit may not emit any mist. Empty the tank to a level below the max fill line. 5. Replace the Mist Nozzle and the Top Cover on the humidifier housing. 6. Plug the power adapter into any standard 120 volt AC outlet, the Indicator Light will illuminate in RED. 7. Press the Power Button ( ), the Indicator Light will illuminate in GREEN. 8. Once the tank is empty, the Indicator Light will blink for a few seconds and then illuminate in RED to indicate that the. humidifier is returned to Standby mode. Unplug the unit. 9. Before refilling the tank, empty any residual water from the humidifier housing. Follow Cleaning and Maintenance Instructions. 10. Follow the previous instructions to fill tank, and then operate the humidifier normally. IMPORTANT: If you do not plan to use your humidifier for two or more days, make sure any residual water is drained from the humidifier housing to prevent any algae or bacteria growth in stagnant water. Make sure the tank is dry. NOTE: To avoid white dust use only distilled water especially if A) you suffer from respiratory problems or B) you live in an area where the water has a high mineral content. CLEANING / MAINTENANCE CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Humidifiers provide comfort by adding moisture to dry, heated indoor air. To benefit most from the humidifier and avoid product misuse, follow all instructions carefully. Please note that this is an electrical appliance and requires attention when in use. In addition, if you do not follow the recommended care and maintenance guidelines, micro-organisms may be able to grow in the water within the humidifier. You must routinely follow the cleaning procedures that follow in order to ensure proper, efficient operation of your humidifier. Proper maintenance and cleaning is essential to the continued performance of your unit and the avoidance of algae or bacteria build-up. 1. Be sure the unit is OFF and is disconnected from the electrical outlet 2. Drain any remaining water and rinse thoroughly to remove any sediment or dirt. Wipe clean and dry with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Refill with cool tap water. Do not overfill. STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS When not using your humidifier for an extended period of time: 1. Clean, rinse and thoroughly dry the humidifier as directed in cleaning and 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 a cool, dry place. 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. 4/9/15 10:48 AM