Holmes HAP412 Air Cleaner User Manual


 
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
FEATURES
HIGH, MEDIUM AND LOW SPEED SETTINGS
For optimum air filtration, operate your Holmes
®
air
purifier continuously on the MEDIUM ( ) setting. Its
rugged motor has been designed to give many years of
use. For quieter operation (such as in a bedroom), select
the LOW ( ) setting. When high levels of air pollution
are present, select the HIGH ( ) setting to quickly
circulate and filter the room air.
BEFORE USE
1. Carefully unpack your Air Purifier. Select a firm level
place where there are no obstructions to the air inlet
or filtered air outlet.
2. Remove the air inlet grill and check if the filter is
covered by a plastic bag. If it is, remove plastic bag
before use and place filter into unit. Reinstall the air
inlet grill.
3. DO NOT POINT FILTERED AIR OUTLET TOWARDS WALL.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Plug into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
2. Select the desired operating speed; HIGH ( ),
MEDIUM ( ), LOW ( ), by turning Speed Control
Knob to the appropriate setting. For optimum air
filtration, it is recommended to operate the air
purifier continuously.
3. To release negative ions into the filtered air, turn the
ionizer control knob to ON ( ) and the light will
illuminate.
NOTE: The ionizer will not work unless the unit is
running.
CLEANING/MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Turn the air purifier off and unplug it before
cleaning.
2. The outside of the air purifier can be cleaned with a
soft, clean damp cloth.
3. The air inlet grill (reference Fig. 1) can be removed
and washed in warm soapy water (not dishwasher
safe). Dry before replacing in the unit.
4. The filtered air outlet can be cleaned of dust with a
small, soft brush.
5. If you wish to clean the inside of the air purifier,
please only use a dry, soft cloth to wipe it down.
WARNING: Do not allow moisture to come in
contact with the main housing of the air purifier.
CORD SAFETY
The length of cord used on this appliance was
selected to reduce tangling or tripping hazards.
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
electrical rating of the air purifier (see rating label
marked on bottom of the product).
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.
GET TO KNOW YOUR AIR PURIFIER
This unit is compatible with all Aer1
®
Filters. This allows
you to choose the filter that is just right for you. Below is
information on each filter:
TOTAL AIR - Advanced Dust Eliminating Technology
ODOR ELIMINATOR - 10x the odor fighting power
ALLERGEN REMOVER - True HEPA technology
improves air quality for allergy sufferers
ALLERGEN PERFORMANCEPLUS - True HEPA
technology improves air quality for allergy sufferers.
SMOKE GRABBER - 99% effective at removing smoke
from the air steam (*as small as 0.3 microns from air
passing through the filter)
IONIZER
This appliance has an optional ionizer feature which,
when turned on, releases negative ions into outgoing
filtered air to help the air purification process.
What Are Ions?
Ions are tiny particles that carry a positive or negative
charge. They exist naturally around us: in the air, water,
and ground. Both positive and negative ions are colorless,
odorless, and harmless.
How Does The Ionizer Work?
Negative ions help air purification by attaching
themselves to very small airborne particles in the room.
These particles take on a negative charge and may join
with positively charged particles such as dust, pollen,
smoke, and pet dander to form larger particles. These
larger particles are then more easily captured by the
filter system.
Important Notes:
Your ionizer may produce an occasional popping or
cracking sound. This is normal and occurs when a small
buildup of ions is discharged.
After extended use, you may notice dust around the grills
or front panel. This is caused by negative ions exiting the
air outlet, evidence of the ionizer’s air cleaning
effectiveness. You can remove the dust with a soft brush
or clean, damp cloth.
Larger particles may be attracted to positively charged
surfaces throughout the home, like walls or floors.
This may occur more frequently when the filter is
nearing the end of its usable product life and is
unable to capture as many charged particles.
Excessive amounts of pet dander, dust, or smoke may
decrease the life expectancy of the filter and
interfere with the ionization process.
To help prevent particles from attracting to surfaces
throughout your home:
You may want to run the ionizer less often.
Check the condition of the filter more frequently.
CAUTION: The ionizer in this appliance produces less
ozone than the UL established limits of 50ppb. However,
in high concentrations, ozone can be harmful to birds and
small pets. To prevent ozone buildup, we suggest using
the ionizer in well ventilated areas with the air purifier
fan on.
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, and injury to persons. These precautions include:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance
directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
3. If the filter is covered by a bag when shipped,
remove plastic bag before use.
4. Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To avoid
fire hazard, NEVER put the cord under rugs, near
heat registers, radiators, stoves, or heaters.
5. To protect against electrical hazards, DO NOT
immerse the appliance in water or other liquids. Do
not use near water.
6. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is
used by or near children, or disabled persons.
7. Always unplug the air purifier before moving or
cleaning the unit, opening the grill, changing the
filters and whenever the unit is not in use. To
disconnect the unit, be sure to pull the plug and not
the cord.
8. NEVER drop or insert any objects into the openings of
the unit.
9. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord
or plug. If the motor fan fails to operate or the unit
has been dropped or damaged in any manner, return
appliance to manufacturer for examination and/or
repair.
10. Use appliance only for intended household use as
described in this manual. Any other use not
recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire,
electric shock, or injury to persons. The use of
attachments not recommended or sold by Jarden
Consumer Solutions may cause hazards.
11. DO NOT use outdoors.
12. NEVER place on a soft surface such as a bed or sofa
as this could cause the unit to tip over and block the
air inlet or outlet grills.
13.
Keep unit away from heated surfaces and open flames.
14. 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 Jarden Consumer Solutions or an authorized
Jarden Consumer Solutions Center.
15. DO NOT place anything on top of unit.
16. NEVER use detergents, gasoline, glass purifier,
furniture polish, paint thinner, or other household
solvents to clean any part of the appliance.
17. Always turn the appliance off before unplugging it.
18.
The ionizer in this appliance produces less ozone than
the UL established limits of 50ppb (parts per billion).
However, in high concentrations, ozone can be harmful
to birds and small pets. To prevent ozone buildup, we
suggest using the ionizer in well ventilated areas with
the fan on.
19. This appliance should only be used in a room with
temperatures between 40° F and 110° F.
20. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, DO NOT use this appliance with any solid-state
speed control device.
PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THESE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FEATURES - OPERATIONS
CLEANING/MAINTENANCE
FILTER REPLACEMENT
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 only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper outlet.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFY THIS PLUG OR DEFEAT THIS
SAFETY FEATURE IN ANY WAY.
FILTER REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT attempt to wash and re-use the Aer1
®
Filters.
If the filters are enclosed in plastic bags, remove
them before use.
NOTE:
Every few weeks, check the condition of filter. Filter life
will vary, depending on air quality and usage (see
below). Under normal conditions of continuous use, the
Aer1
®
Total Air , Odor and Smoke Filter will last 4 months
while the Allergen Filter will last 12 months.
To replace your filter:
1. Turn off and unplug the air purifier.
2. Open the air inlet grill and examine the black foam
prefilter. Remove any dust or lint and wash in warm
soapy water. Rinse, drip dry and place back into grill
inlet.
3. Remove the used Aer1
®
filter from the unit by
pulling it gently towards you and discard it. DO NOT
attempt to clean the Aer1
®
filter.
4. Install the new Aer1
®
filter into the unit. This model
utilizes a hang tab and filter clips to insure that the
filter is properly in place. Before replacing the filter,
make sure that the hang tab is securely in place. The
clip can only be attached to the tabs on the filter one
way. The filter clip
should easily slide onto
the filter hang tab with
only a small amount of
pressure. DO NOT use
force while attaching
the clip to the filter.
(Fig. 2)
5. Align the clip on the
side of Aer1
®
filter
with rails on the inside
of the purifier unit.
Gently slide the filter
onto the rail. (Fig. 3)
6. Replace the inlet grill.
Fig. 3
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
A. AIR INLET GRILL
B. WASHABLE FOAM PRE-
FILTER
C. Aer1
®
FILTER
D. FILTERED AIR OUTLET
E. IONIZER LIGHT
F. IONIZER CONTROL
G. SPEED CONTROL
B
A
C
D
G
E
F
Filters can be purchased at a retailer near you, online at www.aer1filters.com, or by calling (855) Try-aer1.
Air Purifier
Model Number
Filter Quantity
Needed
Compatible with all
filter models below
Filter Description
HAP412 1
HAPF30AT
HAPF30AO
HAPF30AS
HAPF300AH
HAPF300AP (D filter)
HAPF30 (A filter)
Aer1
®
Total Air Filter
Aer1
®
Odor Filter
Aer1
®
Smoke Grabber Filter
Aer1
®
Allergen Remover Filter
Aer1
®
Allergen PerformancePlus "D" Filter
Holmes
®
"A" Filter
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