User manual HOLMES HM1850

[. . . ] ¤ INFO HOT-LINE: If, after reading this owner's guide you have any questions or comments, please call 1-800-5-HOLMES and a Consumer Service Representative will be happy to assist you. Cool Mist Humidifier HM1850 FILTER# HWF65 FILTER TYPE WICK Owner's Guide PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS 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. To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance directly into a 120 V AC electrical outlet. Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. [. . . ] Check to see that the wick filter is properly in place. Replace the humidifier housing. 1 TouchTM Humidistat Instructions To take advantage of the 1 TouchTM Electronic Humidistat, press the MODE/OFF button until the speed is set in either the HIGH or LOW setting, and the Desired Humidity is set. When the humidity level rises above the set humidity, the humidifier will stop. When the humidity level drops below the set humidity, the humidifier will turn on automatically. NOTE: When the 1 TouchTM Electronic Humidistat is set, either the HIGH or LOW power light and the percent humidity light will remain lit during operation. (See figure 2. ) NOTE: Allow up to 30 minutes for the filter to fully absorb water and for the unit to produce moisture. NOTE: The 1 TouchTM Humidifier has memory. This means that when you turn the unit back on, it will be at the last setting the humidifier was set at. 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. FILLING THE WATER TANK NOTE: This humidifier holds about 2. 25 gallons of water in the tank and humidifier base. The humidifier will produce up to 4 gallons of moisture over a 24-Hour period, depending on the room humidity and temperature. Push the 1 TouchTM button for 2 seconds to turn the unit OFF and disconnect from the electrical outlet. Remove the tank from the base by holding the handle and lifting straight up (see figure 2). 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. 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. Plug the power cord into a 120V AC electrical outlet. Figure 2 H A B C D E F Figure 1 A. HUMIDISTAT View 5/01 HM1850 Exploded G FILTER SUPPORT HUMIDIFIER BASE 1 TOUCHTM CONTROL PANEL C REPLACING THE FILTER CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS - STORAGE 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 Filter CheckTM Indicator. When the unit is off, the Filter CheckTM Indicator will read in the OFF position. After 60 minutes of use, Filter CheckTM Indicator (refer to figure 3 for close-up of indicator) will move from the OFF position and indicate your filter Figure 3 condition. [. . . ] Box 769 Milford, MA 01757-0769 For your own records, staple or attach your sales receipt to this manual. Also, please take a moment to write the store name/location and date purchased below. STORE NAME LOCATION: DATE PURCHASED: (STAPLE RECEIPT HERE) SIX (6) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY A. The quality controls used in the manufacture of this Holmes product are to ensure your satisfaction. [. . . ]