Holmes HM5082 User's Manual
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1. Movement of occupants and the opening and closing of doors in the room where the humidifier is placed 6 Home furnishings in the room where the humidifier is placed Wn A N See Daily Maintenance instructions Regular cleaning is recommended 1 Run your unit on the lowest setting 2 If your unit has electronics set it to your desired humidity level The unit will turn on and off which will extend the run time 3 Fill the tank all the way full place it on the base let the water empty into the base until it stops bubbling then refill the tank full again This ensures maximum water capacity and will extend run time REPLACEMENT ACCESSORIES To order the replacement accessories you can do any of the following e Visit your local retailer e Go to www holmesproducts com e all consumer service at 1 800 546 5637 If you have any questions regarding your product or would like to learn more about other Holmes products please contact our Consumer Service Department at 1 800 546 5637 or visit our website at www holmesproducts com 2008 Sunbeam Products Inc doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions All Rights Reserved Distributed by Sunbeam Products Inc doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions Boca Raton Florida 33431 di ae 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Sunbeam Products Inc doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions or if in Canada Sunbeam Corporation Canada Limited doing business as Jarden C2. HM5082 U_08EM1 qxd 9100030005027 5 5 08 3 49 PM Page 1 TROUBLE Power light not illuminated Refill Reset light illuminated Mist output minimal to none Water leaks from tank Crack in tank Film on tank PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION Unit not plugged in Plug in unit Water tank empty Refill tank Follow manual for Reset Instructions Remove scale from heating element Remove scale from heating element Remove tank cap and replace or reposition ring Tighten the cap Fill with cool water only Fill with cool water only Handle tank with care Clean disinfect tank as instructed in weekly cleaning instructions Unit not reset after refill Scale buildup on heating element Scale buildup on heating element Tank rubber ring is missing Cap not fight enough Tank water is hot Hot water will cause tank to pressurize Tanks will crack if hit or dropped Mineral deposits FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS QUESTIONS What are the variables that affect run time How do remove film on water tank How can extend the run time ANSWER The estimated run time for this humidifier is based on average room conditions The actual run time of your humidifier is dependent on numerous variables such as Air exchange in the room where the humidifier is placed Room construction of the room where the humidifier is placed Temperature of the room where the humidifier is placed Humidity levels in the room where the humidifier is placed
3. s Liability JCS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express implied or statutory warranty or condition Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law any implied warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty JCS disclaims all other warranties conditions or representations express implied statutory or otherwise JCS shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase use or misuse of or inability to use the aoe including incidental special consequential or similar damages or loss of profits or for any breach of contract undamental or otherwise or for any claim brought against purchaser by any other party Some provinces states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from province to province state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction How to Obtain Warranty Service In the U S A If you have any question regaring this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service please call 1 800 546 5637 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you In Canada If you have any question
4. cloth after it has had a chance to cool Disinfect tank 1 Fill tank with 1 2 teaspoon of chlorine bleach and 1 2 gallon of water 2 Let the solution stand for 20 minutes swishing every few minutes Wet all surfaces 3 Empty the tank after 20 minutes and rinse well with water until the bleach smell is gone Dry with a clean cloth or paper towel Refill the water tank with cool water replace the housing and the water tank Repeat ALL Operating Instructions oo STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS If your humidifier will not be in use for two days or more or at the end of the season follow these instructions 1 Clean rinse and thoroughly dry the humidifier as directed in the weekly maintenance section DO NOT leave any water inside the base or tray 2 Wait for the heating element to cool completely and then clean the heating element with a damp soft cloth 3 Remove the tank cap Do not store with the tank cap in place 4 Place the humidifier in the original carton and store in a cool dry place 5 a clean the humidifier before the next season egins
5. regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service please call 1 800 546 5637 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you In the U S A this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Products Inc doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions located in Boca Raton Florida 33431 In Canada this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Corporation Canada Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions located at 20 B Hereford Street Brampton Ontario L6Y OMI If you have any other problem or claim in connection with this product please write our Consumer Service Department PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY OF THESE ADDRESSES OR TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE 127107 9100030005027 HM508208EM1 Printed in China di LY Owner s Guide HIM5082 Holmes T INFO HOT LINE If after reading this owner s guide you have any questions or comments please call 1 800 546 5637 and a Customer Service Representative will be happy to assist you Filter Free Warm Mist Humidifier PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS HM5082 U_08EM1 qxd 9100030005027 5 5 08 3 49 PM Page 2 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 l 2 3 Read all instructions before us
6. TO MODIFY THIS PLUG OR DEFEAT THIS SAFETY FEATURE IN ANY WAY 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 y one w If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet it sti does not fit contact a qualified electrician to 20 DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit Doing so will void your warranty The inside of the unit contains no user serviceable parts All servicing should be performed by qualified personnel only 21 se place housing under water flow or immerse in iquids 22 Do not plug in the cord with wet hands electric shock could result 23 Do not pour water in any openings other than the water tank 24 To prevent damage to surfaces do not place humidifier under overhanging surfaces 25 NEVER operate unit without water in the tank 26 Do not move unit after it has been used until unit cools completely 27 Use both hands when carrying full tank of water PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Consumer Safety Information Note This is an electrical appliance and requires attention when in use Note If moisture forms on the walls or windows of the room turn off the humidifier The room already has plenty of humidity and additional moisture may cause damage Cord and Plug Installation Safety Instructions The length of c
7. ank then unlock the misting chamber by rotating the safety lock towards the back of the unit Lift mist chamber from the unit s base Now lift the tray from the base 3 Empty water and minerals from the tray and place in the top rack of the dishwasher This will remove any sediment and dirt that has accumulated in the tray NOTE It is imperative that the tray is cleaned properly The tray is dishwasher safe top rack ONLY for easy cleaning 4 Wipe the heating element clean with a soft cloth after it has had a chance to cool The Electronic Thermal Control Heating element is lined with a coating that is designed to provide the easiest cleaning and prolong the operating efficiency of the humidifer DO NOT use any metal or hard objects to clean the Heating Element Never use detergents gasoline kerosene glass cleaner furniture polish paint thinner or other household solvents to clean any part of the humidifier WEEKLY MAINTENANCE Remove scale 1 Repeat steps 1 3 in the Daily Maintenance section 2 Clean the tray by partially filling the tray with one 8 oz cup of undiluted white vinegar Let solution stand 20 minutes cleaning all interior surfaces with a soft brush Dampen a cloth with undiluted white vinegar and wipe out entire tray to remove scale Rinse with clean warm water to remove scale and the white vinegar solution before beginning to disinfect the tank 4 Wipe the heating element clean with a soft
8. ing the appliance To avoid fire or shock hazard plug the appliance directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas To avoid fire hazard NEVER put the cord under rugs or near heat registers 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 inches 10 cm away from the wall for best results NEVER place humidifier in an area where it is accessible to children NEVER use humidifier in a closed room particularly where a child may be sleeping resting or playing a closed room may result in excessive humidity WARNING Do not attempt to refill humidifier without first unplugging the unit from its electrical outlet Failure to heed this warning may cause personal injury Be sure to unplug the unit by pulling on the plug and not the cord Never place anything over moisture outlet when the unit is running NEVER drop or insert any object into any openings unless instructed in this manual DO NOT eal any appliance with a damaged cord or plug after the appliance malfunctions or if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner Return appliance fo manufacturer for examination electrical or mechanical adjustment or repair 10 Use appliance only for intended household use as described in this manual Any other use not recommended by the manufac
9. ning counter clockwise Fill tank with cool fresh tap water DO NOT fill with warm water as this may cause leaking Replace the cap on tank FIRMLY The tank will hold 1 3 gallon of water The humidifier will produce up to 2 5 gallons of water over a 24 hour time period 5 Make sure the safety lock is rotated completely to the locked position Place tank back on to the base The tank will immediately begin to empty into the base 6 Plug the humidifier into a 120V electrical outlet OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Fill the water tank 2 Turn the power knob to the HIGH position The power light will be ON and the Reset Light will be off It is normal for the humidifier to take about 10 minutes to warm up and begin to mist 3 After the unit begins misting set the humidifier to the desired power setting HIGH or LOW m e ai ae RESET PROCEDURE NOTE When the water tank is empty and the water in the Heating Chamber is almost empty the Automatic Shut off will activate The RESET Light will illuminate and the unit will not operate again until you refill the water tank and reset the humidifier 1 Turn the power knob to RESET 2 Unplug the unit 3 Remove and refill the water tank being sure to follow the Daily Maintenance Instructions Replace the tank onto the base 4 Wait 15 minutes for the Automatic Shut Off to reset 5 After the 15 minutes plug in the unit and turn the Power Knob to HIGH The RESET light
10. onsumer Solutions collectively JCS warrants that for a period ie years from the date of purchase this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship JCS at its option will repair or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component If the product is no longer available replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value This is your exclusive warranty Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this product Doing so will void this warranty This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable Keep the original sales receipt Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance JCS dealers service centers or retail stores selling JCS products do not have the right to alter modify or any way change the terms and conditions of this warranty This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following negligent use or misuse of the product use on improper voltage or current use contrary to the operating instructions disassembly repair or alteration by anyone other than JCS or an authorized JCS service center Further the warranty does not cover Acts of God such as fire flood hurricanes and tornadoes What are the limits on JCS
11. ord used on this appliance was selected to 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 sad 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 HOW WARM MIST WORKS Your Holmes Warm Mist humidifier is designed to allow the proper amount of water to flow out of the tank Air is drawn in through the grill openings located in the back of the unit and mixed with steam in the misting chamber The warm mist is then dispersed out of the top of the misting chamber through the outlet grill and into the room NOTE A humidity level below 20 can be unhealthy and uncomfortable The recommended humidity level is between 40 50 PRE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Be sure the humidifier is switched off 2 Select a location for your humidifier on a flat level surface about 4 inches 10 cm away from the wall DO NOT place the humidifier on a finished floor or near furniture which can be damaged by too much moisture or water Place on a moisture resistant surface Remove the tank from the main housing Bring the tank to the sink turn upside down and twist off the tank cap by tur
12. should now be off if not repeat steps 1 5 In about 10 minutes the humidifier will begin to produce moisture If the reset light is still on at this point and the unit does not begin to produce moisture within a few minutes then repeat Steps 1 5 Figure A Carry Handle B Humidifier Tank C Humidifier Base F 2 Speed Humidity Control Power Knob G Humidifier Housing H Vent D Removable Tray E Heating Element di LY IMPORTANT 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 and base to prevent algae or bacteria growth CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS The following maintenance procedures must be routinely followed in order to ensure proper efficient operation of your humidifier The unit will not work properly if not cleaned regularly When the unit is in use daily and weekly maintenance is recommended Regular weekly cleaning prevents scale buildup on the heating element and tray It also prevents micro organisms from growing on the tray and tank This ensures that maximum efficiency will be achieved We cannot over emphasize how essential proper cleaning is to the maintenance and continued use of your unit and to the avoidance of algae or bacteria build up DAILY MAINTENANCE 1 Before cleaning set the power knob to OFF position and unplug the unit from the electrical outlet 2 Remove the water t
13. turer may cause fire electric shock or injury to persons The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the manufacturer may cause hazards 11 DO NOT use outdoors 12 Always place humidifier on a firm flat level surface 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 fo water or moisture 13 DO NOT allow the Moisture Outlet to directly face the wall Moisture could cause damage particularly to wall paper 14 Humidifier should be unplugged when not in use 15 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 16 This humidifier requires daily and weekly maintenance fo operate appropriately Refer to daily and weekly cleaning procedures Use only cleaners and additives recommended by the manufacturer 17 NEVER use detergents gasoline glass cleaner furniture polish paint a or other household solvents fo clean any part of the humiditier 18 Excessive humidity in a room can cause water condensation on windows and some furniture If this happens turn the humidifier OFF 19 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 reverse the plug install the proper outlet DO NOT ATTEMPT
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