User manual HOLMES HM1200

[. . . ] To avoid fire hazard, NEVER put the cord under rugs, near heat registers, radiator, stoves, or heaters. DO NOT place humidifier near heat sources such as stoves, radiators, 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. [. . . ] Please follow the Daily Cleaning instructions before refilling the water tank. 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. PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Be sure the humidifier is switched OFF and disconnected from the electrical outlet. 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. Remove the water tank by holding the tank handle and lifting straight upward (see figure 1). Remove the main housing by lifting straight upward. Check to see that the wick filter is properly in place. Replace the humidifier housing. 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. 3 for close-up of indicator) will move from the OFF position and indicate your filter condition. Figure 3 A brand new filter will register in the blue section reading GOOD filter. After frequent use of your humidifier, the Filter CheckTM 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. Be sure the humidifier is switched OFF and disconnected from the electrical outlet. Remove the tank and main housing to access the base tray. Discard the old filter and follow weekly cleaning instructions. Insert a new filter into the filter support in the base. [. . . ] Remove tank cap then replace or reposition ring. Replace your filter (HWF62) by calling 1-800-5-HOLMES, or visit www. holmesproducts. com. In areas with particular hard water your filter will need to be changed more frequently. Use Cleanse Clean (S1710), to order call 1-800-5-HOLMES, or visit www. holmesproducts. com. [. . . ]