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P L E A S E R E A D A N D S AV E T H E S E
I M P O R TA N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
described in this manual. Any other use not
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire,
shock, and injury to persons, including the following:
electric shock, or injury to persons. The use of
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
attachments not recommended or sold by the
manufacturer may cause hazards.
2. To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance
directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
11.DO NOT use outdoors.
3. Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To avoid fire
12.Always place humidifier on a firm, flat, level surface.
hazard, NEVER put the cord under rugs or near heat
A waterproof mat or pad is recommended for use
registers.
under the humidifier. NEVER place it on a rug or
carpet, or on a finished floor that may be damaged
4. DO NOT place humidifier near heat sources such as
by exposure to water or moisture.
stoves, radiators, and heaters. DO locate your humidifier
on an inside wall near an electrical outlet. The
13.DO NOT allow the Moisture Outlet to directly face the
humidifier should be at least 4 inches (10 cm) away
wall. Moisture could cause damage, particularly to
from the wall for best results.
wall paper.
5. NEVER place humidifier in an area where it is accessible
14.Humidifier should be unplugged when not in use.
to children. NEVER use humidifier in a closed room,
15.NEVER tilt, move, or attempt to empty unit while it is
particularly where a child may be sleeping, resting, or
operating. Shut off and unplug before removing the
playing (a closed room may result in excessive
water tank and moving the unit.
humidity).
16.This humidifier requires daily and weekly
6. WARNING: Do not attempt to refill humidifier
maintenance to operate appropriately. Refer to daily
without first unplugging the unit from its electrical
and weekly cleaning procedures. Use only cleaners
outlet. Failure to heed this warning may cause
and additives recommended by the manufacturer.
personal injury. Be sure to unplug the unit by pulling
17.NEVER use detergents, gasoline, glass cleaner,
on the plug and not the cord.
furniture polish, paint thinner, or other household
7. Never place anything over moisture outlet when the
solvents to clean any part of the humidifier.
unit is running.
18.Excessive humidity in a room can cause water
8. NEVER drop or insert any object into any openings.
condensation on windows and some furniture. If this
9. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord
happens, turn the humidifier OFF.
or plug, after the appliance malfunctions, or if it has
19.Do not use humidifier in an area where humidity
been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return
level is in excess of 50%. Use a hygrometer, available
appliance to manufacturer for examination, electrical
at your local retailer or through the manufacturer, to
or mechanical adjustment, or repair.
measure the humidity.
10.Use appliance only for intended household use as
THIS APPLIANCE HAS A POLARIZED PLUG (one blade is wider than the
other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper outlet.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFY THIS PLUG OR DEFEAT THIS
SAFETY FEATURE IN ANY WAY.
P L E A S E R E A D A N D S AV E T H E S E
I M P O R TA N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S
20.DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or
HOW COOL MIST WORKS
mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void
Your Holmes
®
Cool Mist humidifier draws dry air through
your warranty. The inside of the unit contains no user
the rear air intake grill area. This air is then passed
serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed
through a moisture–laden wick filter, which retains the
by qualified personnel only.
minerals and deposits in the water. The resulting moist air
is directed back into the room from the top air grill.
21.Never place housing under water flow or immerse in
NOTE: This humidification system provides a cool,
liquids.
invisible moisture output. It is normal not to see the mist.
22.Do not plug in the cord with wet hands: electric shock
NOTE: A humidity level below 20% can be unhealthy and
could result.
uncomfortable. The recommended humidity level is
23.Do not pour water in any openings other than the
between 40%-50%.
water tank.
24.To prevent damage to surfaces, do not place
PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
humidifier under overhanging surfaces.
1. Select a location for your humidifier, on a flat surface,
25.NEVER operate unit without water in the tank.
about 4 inches (10 cm) away from the wall. Do not
26.Do not move unit after it has been used until unit
place your humidifier on furniture; a floor location
cools completely.
that will not be damaged by moisture is best.
2. Remove the water tank by holding the tank handle
27.Use both hands when carrying full tank of water.
and lifting straight upward (see Figure 2).
3. Remove the main housing by lifting straight upward.
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Check to see that the wick filter is properly in place.
Replace the humidifier housing.
THESE IMPORTANT
FILLING THE WATER TANK
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: The humidifier will produce up to 3 gallons of
moisture.
Consumer Safety Information
1. Remove the tank from the base by holding the
NOTE: This is an electrical appliance and requires
handle and lifting straight up (see Figure 2).
attention when in use.
2. Twist off the tank cap located on the bottom of the
NOTE: If moisture forms on the walls or windows of the
tank by turning counter clockwise and fill the water
room, turn off the humidifier. The room already has
tank with cool, fresh water. Do not fill with warm
plenty of humidity and additional moisture may cause
water as this may cause leaking.
damage.
3. After filling the tank, replace the tank cap by firmly
NOTE: DO NOT block air inlet or outlet.
turning clockwise and then replace the water tank on
the base. The tank will immediately begin to empty
Cord and Plug Installation Safety Instructions
into the base.
The length of cord used on this appliance was selected to
4. Plug the power cord into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
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 (refer to the rating artwork
placed on 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.
F E AT U R E S - O P E R AT I O N S
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 1
A. Circular Filter
Your humidifier is equipped with a technologically advanced
1Touch
®
Electronic Humidistat. You can set the humidifier to run
B. Circular Wick
B
continuously in manual mode or set the 1Touch
Electronic
®
Humidistat to your desired humidity setting. The 1Touch
®
C. Humidifier
Electronic Humidistat will automatically turn the humidifier ON
A
or OFF, depending on the preset comfort level. The comfort level
ranges between 35% and 55% relative humidity.
C
Manual Mode Instructions
1. Plug the humidifier into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
B
Figure 2
2. To start the unit, push the MODE/OFF button once for
G
the HI manual setting. (See Figure 2.)
A
3. Press the button again for the LO manual setting.
(See Figure 2.)
4. To stop the unit, press and hold the MODE/OFF button
for two seconds, or keep pressing the button until all
the humidity indicators are OFF.
E
NOTE: In Manual Mode, only the LO or HI power light will
be lit.
1TOUCH
®
HUMIDISTAT INSTRUCTIONS
A. Tank Handle
To take advantage of the 1Touch
®
Electronic Humidistat,
B. Humidifier Tank
E. Humidifier Base
press the MODE/OFF button until the speed is set in either
C. Main Housing
F. FilterCheck
the HIGH or LOW setting, and the Desired Humidity is set.
D.1Touch
®
with
G.1Touch
®
When the humidity level rises above the set humidity, the
ClearView
™
Humidistat
humidifier will stop. When the humidity level drops below
the set humidity, the humidifier will turn on automatically.
You will be able to monitor the life of the filter in your
NOTE: When the 1Touch
®
Electronic Humidistat is set,
humidifier by checking the FilterCheck
®
Indicator. When the
either the HI or LO power light and the percent humidity
unit is off, the FilterCheck
®
Indicator will read in the OFF
light will remain lit during operation. (See Figure 2.)
position.
NOTE: Allow up to 30 minutes for the filter to fully absorb
NOTE: After 60 minutes of
Figure 3
water and for the unit to produce moisture.
use, FilterCheck
®
Indicator
NOTE: The 1Touch
®
Humidifier has memory. This means
(refer to Figure 3 for close-
that when you turn the unit back on, it will be at the last
up of indicator) will move
setting the humidifier was set at.
from the OFF position and
If you do not plan to use the humidifier for two or more
indicate your filter condition.
days, make sure any residual water is drained from the
A brand new filter will
water tank, base and wick filter to prevent algae or bacteria
register in the section
growth.
reading GOOD filter. After
frequent use of your humidifier, the FilterCheck
REPLACING THE FILTER
will let you know when the filter needs to be changed.
Through normal use, waterborne minerals and sediment
When the needle is in the CHANGE section, this means the
become trapped in the wick filter. The harder your water,
proper amount of moisture is not getting into your air due
the greater the amount of minerals in the water, and the
to the excessive minerals and sediment that have become
more often you will need to change your filter.
C L E A N I N G / M A I N T E N A N C E
S T O R A G E I N S T R U C T I O N S
trapped on your filter. At this point, you should replace
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
your filter. It is important to change your filter as indicated
To Remove Scale:
Supports
to obtain stated performance level.
1. Repeat steps 1-3 above.
To replace the filter, follow the steps below.
Filter
2. Clean the base by partially filling the base with one
1. Push the 1Touch
®
(MODE/OFF) button for 2 seconds
8-oz cup of undiluted white vinegar, or by using
to turn the unit OFF and disconnect from the electrical
Cleanse Clean
Base
outlet.
manufacturer. Let solution stand 20 minutes, clean all
2. Remove the tank and main housing to access the
interior surfaces with a soft brush.
base tray (see Figures 1 and 2).
3. Dampen a cloth with undiluted white vinegar and
F
C
3. Discard the old filter and follow weekly cleaning
wipe out entire base to remove scale.
instructions.
4. Rinse with clean warm water to remove scale and the
4. Insert a new filter into the filter support in the base
white vinegar solution before beginning to disinfect
(Figure 1).
the tank.
5. Replace the main housing and then the tank.
To Disinfect Humidifier Base and Tank:
D
6. Repeat Operating Instruction steps.
1. Fill tank with 1/2 teaspoon of chlorine bleach and
It will take about 30 minutes for the humidifier to reach
1/2 gallon of water.
maximum output.
2. Let the solution stand for 20 minutes, swishing every
You can purchase replacement filters (model HWF62) by
few minutes. Wet all surfaces.
calling 1-800-546-5637 or by visiting
3. Empty the tank after 20 minutes, and rinse well with
www.holmesproducts.com.
water until the bleach smell is gone. Dry with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
4. Refill the water tank with cool water; replace the
Humidifiers provide comfort by adding moisture to dry
®
Indicator
housing and the water tank. Repeat ALL Operating
indoor air. To get the most of the benefit from the
Control Panel
Instructions.
humidifier and avoid product failure, follow all
maintenance instructions carefully. If the recommended
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
care and maintenance guidelines are not followed, micro-
If your humidifier will not be in use for two days or more,
organisms may be able to grow in the water within the
or at the end of the season follow these instructions.
humidifier.
1. Clean, rinse and thoroughly dry the humidifier as
DAILY MAINTENANCE
directed in the weekly maintenance section. DO NOT
leave any water inside the base or tray.
1. Before cleaning, be sure the humidifier is OFF and
2. Remove the tank cap. Do not store with the tank cap
disconnected from the electrical outlet.
in place.
2. Lift off the tank and the housing of the humidifier.
3. Place the humidifier in the original carton and store
Remove filter and place in sink or tub as the filter
in a cool, dry place.
will release water when not in the humidifier.
4. Always clean the humidifier before the next season
3. Carry the base and the tank to the sink, then drain
begins.
and rinse the base and tank thoroughly to remove
any sediment and dirt. Wipe clean and dry with a
5. Order a replacement filter to start the next season.
clean soft cloth or paper towel. (DO NOT use metal
®
Indicator
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.
®
Solution (Model S1710) by the
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