User manual HOLMES HM3501

[. . . ] HM3501_08EM1. qxd:HM1281_08EM1. qxd 5/8/08 10:07 AM Page 1 TROUBLESHOOTING F R E Q U E N T LY A S K E D Q U E S T I O N S TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLE Unit does not turn on Mist output minimal to none Filter turns brown Filter check not working FilterCheck is not working ® W E E K LY M A I N T E N A N C E STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS WEEKLY MAINTENANCE To Remove Scale: 1. Partially fill the base with Holmes® Cleanse Clean® solution (Model S1710) as instructed on bottle, or with two 8 oz. Leave this solution in the base for 20 minutes, while cleaning all interior surfaces with a soft brush. Remove base scale by wiping the base with a cloth dampened with undiluted white vinegar. [. . . ] A waterproof mat or pad is recommended for use under the humidifier. NEVER place it on a rug or carpet, or on a finished floor that may be damaged by exposure to water or moisture. DO NOT allow the Moisture Outlet to directly face the wall. Moisture could cause damage, particularly to wall paper. Humidifier should be unplugged when not in use. NEVER tilt, move, or attempt to empty unit while it is operating. Shut off and unplug before removing the water tank and moving the unit. This humidifier requires daily and weekly maintenance to operate appropriately. Refer to daily and weekly cleaning procedures. Use only cleaners and additives recommended by the manufacturer. NEVER use detergents, gasoline, glass cleaner, furniture polish, paint thinner, or other household solvents to clean any part of the humidifier. Excessive humidity in a room can cause water condensation on windows and some furniture. If this happens, turn the humidifier OFF. Do not use humidifier in an area where humidity level is in excess of 50%. Use a hygrometer, available at your local retailer or through the manufacturer, to measure the humidity. DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. The inside of the unit contains no user serviceable parts. All servicing should be performed by qualified personnel only. F E AT U R E S - O P E R AT I O N S 21. Never place housing under water flow or immerse in liquids. Do not plug in the cord with wet hands: electric shock could result. Do not pour water in any openings other than the water tank. To prevent damage to surfaces, do not place humidifier under overhanging surfaces. [. . . ] Wipe clean, and dry with a clean cloth or paper towel. Drain the water from the tanks into the sink and rinse each tank thoroughly. Wipe clean, and dry with a clean cloth or paper towel. Put filter back in the filter supports, replace the housing, then refill the tanks with cool tap water as instructed earlier in the Filling Instructions. [. . . ]