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A. WATER TANKS
B. HUMIDISTAT
C. REFILL LIGHT
D. MOISTURE EXHAUST GRILLS
E. POWER LIGHT
F. FILTERCHECK™ FILTER CHANGE
INDICATOR
G. AIR INTAKE GRILLS
H. HUMIDIFIER BASE
I. HUMIDIFIER HOUSING
With housing placed properly onto the base, the filter installed correctly, the
tanks filled and the plug correctly inserted in the outlet, you are now ready
to operate the humidifier.
NOTE: The HM3600 produces clean, cool, INVISIBLE moisture.It is normal not
to see the moisture.
1. Turn the Control Knob to the HI (III) position and turn the Humidistat
to HI (III).
2. Allow up to 30 minutes for the filter to fully absorb water and the unit
to produce the maximum moisture output.
3. Adjust the 3-speed Humidity Control Knob and the Humidistat as desired.
4. The Automatic Humidistat Control is designed to operate between
25% and 60% Relative Humidity range. The recommended setting is
between 40% and 50%. When the humidity level in the room is below
the level you have set, the humidifier will operate to produce moisture.
When the set humidity level in the room is reached, the humidifier will
stop. When the humidity again drops below the set level, the unit will
automatically start and produce moisture again.
NOTE: We recommend the use of the hygrometer that came with your
humidifier, which reads the actual humidity level in your room. A humidity
level below 20% can be unhealthy and uncomfortable. The recommended
humidity level is between 40% and 50%.
5. When the water level is low, the refill light will illuminate to indicate the
unit needs refilling. Shut off and unplug the unit.
NOTE: THE FAN WILL CONTINUE TO RUN TO ALLOW THE HUMIDIFIER TO DRY
OUT AND PREVENT ALGAE GROWTH.
6. Before refilling, follow Daily Maintenance Instructions and check to see if
the filter needs replacing by comparing it to the Color-Coded Filter Change
(located on the side of the humidifier housing) with the filter wear.
7. Refill water tanks.
8. Plug into the electrical outlet. Turn the Humidity Control Knob to the
HI (III), MED (II), or LOW (I) setting.
NOTE: If moisture forms on the walls or windows, turn off the humidifier.
Humidifiers provide comfort by adding moisture to dry, heated indoor air.
To benefit most from the humidifier and avoid product misuse, follow all
instructions carefully. Please note that this is an electrical appliance and
requires attention when in use.
In addition, if you do not follow the recommended care and maintenance
guidelines, micro-organisms may be able to grow in the water within the
Water Tank. You must routinely follow the cleaning procedures that follow
in order to ensure proper, efficient operation of your humidifier. Proper
maintenance and cleaning is essential to the continued performance of
your unit and the avoidance of algae or bacteria build-up.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
1. Before cleaning, turn the Control Knob off and unplug the unit from the
electrical outlet.
2. Remove the housing and the tanks from the humidifier and place them
in sink or tub.
3. Carry the base of the unit to the sink, remove the wick filter, place in sink,
drain any remaining water and rinse thoroughly to remove any sediment
or dirt. Wipe clean, and dry with a clean cloth or paper towel.
4. 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.
5. 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.
Do not overfill.
6. Follow Operating Instructions.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
To Remove Scale:
1. Repeat steps 1-4 above.
2. Partially fill the base with Holmes Cleanse Clean™ (Model S1710) as
instructed on bottle, or with two 8 oz. cups of undiluted white vinegar.
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.
3. Rinse with clean warm water to remove the cleaning solution before
disinfecting the tank.
To Disinfect Humidifier Base Tanks:
1. Fill Humidifier Base with 2 gallons of water and 1/2 teaspoon of
chlorine bleach.
2. Fill each tank 1/2 full with water and 1 teaspoon of chlorine bleach.
3. Let the solution stand for 20 minutes, swishing every few minutes.
Wet all surfaces.
4. Carefully empty the Base and Tanks after 20 minutes, and rinse with
water until you cannot detect any bleach smell. Dry with a clean cloth
or paper towel.
5. Check the Filter Change™ Indicator to see if it is time to replace
the filter. Depending on the water hardness in your area, it may be
necessary to change the filter every 1-2 months. Re-insert the wick
filter into the filter support.
6. Refill the water tanks as directed with cool tap water, replace the
humidifier housing, and turn the Control Knob to ON.
WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, ESPECIALLY WHERE CHILDREN ARE
PRESENT, YOU SHOULD ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE BASIC PRECAUTIONS TO
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND INJURY TO PERSONS:
1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.
2. To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance directly into a
120 V AC electrical outlet.
3. Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To avoid fire hazard, NEVER
put the cord under rugs, near heat registers, radiator, stoves, or heaters.
4. 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" away from the wall for best
results.
5. 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).
6. WARNING: DONOT attempt to refill humidifier without first unplugging
the unit from it’s electrical outlet. Failure to heed this warning may
cause personal injury. Be sure to pull the plug and not the cord.
7. Never place anything over moisture outlet when the unit is running.
8. NEVER drop or insert any object into any openings.
9. DO NOT operate 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 to 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 manufacturer may
cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. The use of attachments
not recommended or sold by The Holmes Group, Inc. 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 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.
13. DO NOT allow the Moisture Outlet to directly face the wall. Moisture
could cause damage, particularly to wallpaper.
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 to operate
appropriately. Refer to daily and weekly cleaning procedures.
17. NEVER use detergents, gasoline, glass cleaner, furniture polish, paint
thinner, or other household solvents to clean any part of the humidifier.
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 the included hygrometer, or purchase one at your local
hardware store or through Holmes, to measure the humidity.
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. Never place housing under water flow or immerse in liquids.
22. DO NOT plug in the cord with wet hands: electric shock could result.
23. DO NOT fill through openings other than intakes.
24. DO NOT block intakes or exhaust grills.
23. To prevent damage to surfaces, do not place humidifier under
overhanging surfaces.
PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THESE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for choosing a Holmes Cool Mist console humidifier. To
ensure the best performance from your humidifier, please read and
save the following 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 cord 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. 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.
THIS PRODUCT IS EQUIPPED WITH A POLARIZED AC
(Alternating Current)PLUG (a plug having one blade wider
than the other). 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
FEATURES - OPERATION REPLACING THE FILTER
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS - STORAGE
REPLACING THE FILTER
Through normal use, waterborne minerals and sediment become trapped
in the wick filter. The harder your water, the greater the amount of minerals
in the water, and the more often you will need to change your filter.
You will be able to monitor the life of the filter in your humidifier
by checking the FilterCheck™ Indicator. When the unit is off, the
FilterCheck™ Indicator will read in the OFF ( )position. After 60 minutes
of use, FilterCheck™ Indicator (refer
to fig. 4 for close-up of indicator)
will move from the OFF ( )position
and indicate your filter condition.
A brand new filter will register in
the blue section reading GOOD filter.
After frequent use of your humidifier,
the FilterCheck™ Indicator will let
you know when the filter needs to
be changed.
When the needle is in the red (CHANGE) section, this means the proper
amount of moisture is not getting into your air due to the excessive minerals
and sediment that have become trapped on your filter. At this point, you
should replace your filter. It is important to change your filter as indicated
to obtain stated performance level.
To replace the filter, follow the steps below.
1. Be sure the Control Knob is in the OFF ( ) position and the unit is
disconnected from the electrical outlet.
2. Remove the tank and main housing to access the base tray.
3. Discard the old filter and follow weekly cleaning instructions.
4. Insert a new filter into the filter support in the base.
5. Replace the main housing and then the tank.
6. Repeat Operating Instruction steps.
It will take about 30 minutes for the humidifier to reach maximum output.
You can obtain a new filter by calling 1-800-5-HOLMES in the USA or by
visiting your nearest retailer or authorized service center. This humidifier
takes model HWF75 replacement filter.
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. The recommended
setting is 40-50%.
Turn the Humidistat clockwise as far as it will turn to achieve the highest
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 Humidistat
counterclockwise to choose your setting.
When the humidity in the room is less than the level you have set,
the humidifier will continue to produce moisture. Once the set humidity
level has been achieved, the fan will turn off. When the room humidity
drops below your set level, the unit will automatically begin producing
moisture again.
Depending on the size of your room and your personal comfort, you
will set your humidistat at different levels. If condensation forms on your
windows or walls, or your measured room humidity reads above 50% by use
of a hygrometer, turn off your humidifier, or lower your Humidistat level.
Figure 1
A. STATIONARY WHEELS
B. SWIVEL WHEELS
C. UNDER–SIDE OF
HUMIDIFIER BASE
WHEEL INSTALLATION
B
C
A
A
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D
C
B
Figure 3
A
A. CIRCULAR EXTENDED
LIFE FILTER
B.CIRCULAR FILTER
SUPPORT
C. FLOAT SWITCH
D.HUMIDIFIER BASE
A
C
B
D
Figure 2
HOW COOL MIST WORKS
Your Holmes Cool Mist humidifier draws dry air through the rear air intake
grill area. This air is then passed through a moisture–laden wick filter, which
retains the minerals and deposits in the water. The resulting moist air is
directed back into the room from the top air grill.
NOTE: This humidification system provides a cool, invisible moisture output.
It is normal not to see the mist.
NOTE: A humidity level below 20% can be unhealthy and uncomfortable.
The recommended humidity level is between 40%-50%.
PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Be sure the Control Knob is in the OFF position and the unit is disconnected
from the electrical outlet.
2. Remove housing, filter and tanks (see fig. 1).
3. TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL MOBILITY AND CONVENIENCE TO YOUR CONSOLE
HUMIDIFIER, install the wheels. Remove the four wheels located in a small
pouch in the box. Turn the base upside down, and locate the holes at each
of the four corners on the underside.
Note: You will notice that there are two different shaped wheels. Two
of the 4 wheels are stationary wheels and two are swivel type wheels.
The stationary wheels are identified by a flat top surface, while the swivel
type are curved and include a small plastic piece on the shaft. See figure
1 for installation location for each type of wheel. DO NOT use any tools
to install the wheel because tools may damage the base of the unit.
Return the base to the upright position.
4. Replace filter, housing and tanks.
5. Choose a location out of reach of children. DO NOT place the humidifier on
a finished floor or near furniture which can be damaged by moisture or water.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove the two tanks from the base of the humidifier and bring each
tank to the faucet. Turn the tanks upside down and twist off the tank caps
by turning counter-clockwise. Fill each tank with cool, fresh tap water.
Replace the cap on each tank FIRMLY.
2. When full, carry each tank to the humidifier and place onto the base (use
both hands when carrying each tank). Each tank holds 1.6 gallons of
water, and the base holds .25 gallons of water.
3.Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet.
FILLING THE WATER TANK
Figure 4
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MEDIUM
HIGH