Holmes HM3501 - Manual

T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G
F R E Q U E N T LY A S K E D Q U E S T I O N S
W E E K LY M A I N T E N A N C E
S T O R A G E I N S T R U C T I O N S
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Owner’s Guide
HM3501
WA R R A N T Y I N F O R M AT I O N
127095/9100030004993 HM350108EM1 Printed In China
Cool Mist
Humidifier
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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.
6 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions or if in Canada, Sunbeam Corporation (Canada)
Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions (collectively “JCS”) warrants that for a period of six 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’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 product including incidental, special, consequential or similar damages or loss of profits, or for any breach of
contract, fundamental 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 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 Canada
If you have any question 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 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 0M1. 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.
© 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.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
To Remove Scale:
1. Repeat steps 1-4 above.
2. Partially fill the base with Holmes ® Cleanse Clean ® solution (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 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. 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.
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. Remove the tank cap. Do not store with the tank cap in place.
3. Place the humidifier in the original carton and store in a cool, dry place.
4. Always clean the humidifier before the next season begins.
5. Order a replacement filter to start the next season.
REPLACEMENT ACCESSORIES
To order the replacement accessories you can do any of the following:
• Visit your local retailer
• Go to www.holmesproducts.com
• Call 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.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
QUESTIONS 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:
1. Air exchange in the room where the humidifier is placed.
2. Room construction where the humidifier is placed.
3. Temperature of the room where the humidifier is placed.
4. Humidity levels in the room where the humidifier is placed.
5. 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.
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.
What are the variables that
affect run time?
How do I remove film on
water tank?
How can I extend the run
time?
TROUBLE PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Unit does not turn on Not plugged in Plug in unit
Mist output minimal to none Filter has not absorbed water Wait 30 minutes for filter to absorb water
Filter turns brown The filter has absorbed minerals Replace your filter (HWF75/HF221) by
Filter check not working calling 1-800-546-5637, or visit
www.holmesproducts.com
FilterCheck ® is not working Takes 60 minutes to register Allow the humidifier to run continuously
for 60 minutes, FilterCheck ® indicator
will move from the OFF position and
indicate your filter condition
TROUBLESHOOTING
FILTER# : HWF75/HF221
FILTER TYPE: WICK
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