User manual HOLMES HM1200

[. . . ] Humidifier should be unplugged when not in use. THIS PRODUCT IS EQUIPPED WITH A POLARIZED AC (Alternating Current)PLUG (a plug having one blade wider than the other). 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. 15. Shut off and unplug before removing the water tank and moving the unit. [. . . ] Please follow the Daily Cleaning instructions before refilling the water tank. 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). 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. Turn the knob clockwise as far as it will turn to achieve the highest humidistat setting. In this setting, the humidifier will run constantly, and produce the greatest amount of moisture. To lower your desired humidity level, simply turn the knob counterclockwise to choose your setting. To get the most of the benefit from the humidifier and avoid product failure, follow all maintenance instructions carefully. If the recommended care and maintenance guidelines are not followed, micro-organisms may be able to grow in the water within the humidifier. Daily Maintenance 1. Before cleaning, be sure the humidifier is switched OFF and disconnected from the electrical outlet. Remove filter and place in sink or tub as the filter will release water when not in the humidifier. Carry the base and the tank to the sink, remove the wick filter, then drain and rinse the base and tank thoroughly to remove any sediment and dirt. Put the filter back in the filter supports, replace the housing, then refill the tank with cool tap water as instructed in filling the water tank instructions. Weekly Maintenance Remove scale: 1. Clean the base by partially filling the base with one 8-oz cup of undiluted white vinegar, or by using Cleanse CleanTM by Holmes. Let solution stand 20 minutes, clean all interior surfaces with a soft brush. Dampen a cloth with undiluted white vinegar and wipe out entire base to remove scale. Rinse with clean warm water to remove scale and the white vinegar solution before beginning to disinfect the tank. Fill tank with 1/2 teaspoon of chlorine bleach and 1/2 gallon of water. [. . . ] Within the first 30 days from date of purchase, the store from which you purchased your Holmes product should replace this product if it is defective in material or workmanship (provided the store has in-stock replacement. ) 2. Within the first thirty six months from date of purchase, subject to the conditions in paragraph H, Holmes will repair or replace the product if it is defective in material or workmanship providing it is returned to Holmes, freight prepaid, with PROOF OF PURCHASE date, together with $7. 00 for handling and return packing/shipping charges. If you have any problem with this product, please write our Consumer Service Dept. , or call, 1-800-5-HOLMES. IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS Your warranty depends on your following these instructions if you are returning the unit more than 30 days after the date of purchase: 1. [. . . ]