User manual HOLMES HAP240

[. . . ] ¤ INFO HOT-LINE: If, after reading this owner's guide you have any questions or comments, please call 1-800-5-HOLMES and a Customer Service Representative will be happy to assist you. HAP242, 243, 244, 246 HEPA Air Purifier Owner's Guide FILTER# HAPF 30 FILTER TYPE F PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read all instructions before using the appliance. To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet. If the filter is covered by a bag when shipped: Remove plastic bag over filter before use. [. . . ] This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact qualified personnel to install the proper outlet. DO NOT DEFEAT THE SAFETY PURPOSE OF THIS POLARIZED PLUG IN ANY WAY. PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Page 2 FEATURES DUAL POSITION ­ The air purifier can stand upright or lie on its side. Also designed to fit with its back flush against the wall. When positioning the unit please be sure the air inlet grill, filters and air outlet are not blocked to ensure maximum airflow. EQUIPPED with GE motor for quieter performance and the added durability necessary for continuous use. Filter check indicator ­ The filter check indicator will illuminate red when it is time to change the filter OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Select the desired operating speed; HI, MEDIUM, LOW, by sliding the switch to the appropriate setting. If you have an HAP244 or HAP246 the speed settings are indicated with green lights. You set the speed by pressing the power button. To release negative ions into the filtered air, slide the ionizer button to ON and the amber light will illuminate. If you have an HAP244 or HAP246 the ionizer is activated by pressing the ionizer symbol on the control panel. The amber light will illuminate when on. The ionizer will not work unless the unit is running. To operate the unit you simply depress the desired buttons. For optimum air filtration, it is recommended to operate the air purifier continuously. Its rugged motor has been designed to give many years of use. For continuous use, it is recommended to operate the air purifier at the NORMAL setting. For quieter operation or use in a bedroom, select the QUIET setting. When high levels of air pollution are present, select the HI setting to quickly circulate and filter the room air. PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Select a firm, level place where there are no obstructions to the air inlet (front grill) or filtered air outlet (top of unit). [. . . ] Page 3 Figure 2 NOTE: The pleated material and rubber gasket should be facing towards the unit when applied. Replace front grill by sliding back onto unit. Make sure that it snaps securely into position (grill only goes on one way). NOTE: Do not point outlet towards wall. Figure 3 A. [. . . ]