Holmes HABF200 User Manual

Owner’s

Guide

HABF200

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have any questions or comments, please call

1-800-5-HOLMES and a Consumer Service Representative will be happy to assist you.

SAVE THIS WARRANTY INFORMATION

A. The quality controls used in the manufacture of this Holmes product are to

ensure your satisfaction.

B. The Warranty Registration Card enclosed with this product must be completed

and returned within 10 days of purchase for your Warranty to be effective. This Warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product.

C. This Warranty applies ONLY to repair or replacement of any supplied or manu-

factured parts of this product that, upon inspection by Holmes authorized personnel, proves to have failed in normal use due to defects in material or workmanship. Holmes will determine whether to repair or replace the unit. This Warranty does not apply to installation expenses.

D. Operating this unit under conditions other than those recommended or at volt-

ages other than the voltage indicated on the unit, or attempting to service or modify the unit, will render this WARRANTY VOID.

E. Unless otherwise proscribed by law, Holmes shall not be liable for any personal

injury, property or any incidental or consequential damages of any kind (including water damage) resulting from malfunctions, defects, misuse, improper installation or alteration of this product.

F. All parts of this Holmes product are guaranteed for a period of 1 year as fol-

lows:

1. 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 twelve 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 $5.00 for handling and return

packing/shipping charges.

G. If you have any problem with this product, please write or call our Consumer

Service Dept.

H. 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. Carefully pack the item in its original carton or other suitable box to avoid damage in shipping.

2. Before packing your unit for return; be sure to enclose:

a) your name, full address with zip code and telephone number,

b) a dated sales receipt or PROOF OF PURCHASE, c) your $5.00 check for return packaging, and d) The model number of the unit and the problem you are having. (Enclose in

an envelope and tape directly to the unit before the box is sealed.)

3. Holmes recommends you insure the package (as damage in shipment is not covered by your warranty).

4. All shipping charges must be prepaid by you (as noted in paragraph F).

5. Mark the outside of your package:

THE HOLMES GROUP, INC. CONSUMERRETURNS 2 PULLMANST WORCESTER, MA 01606

SHIPPING AND HANDLING CHARGES: $5.00

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. The provisions of this warranty are in addition to, and not a modification of, or subtraction from, the statutory warranties and other rights and remedies contained in any applicable legislation. To the extent that any provision of this warranty is inconsistent with any applicable law, such provision shall be deemed voided or amended, as necessary, to comply with such law.

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PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

1. Do NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void the warranty.

2. If you have any questions regarding this unit’s operation or believe any repair is necessary, please call our 1-800 number to speak with a Consumer Service Representative.

3. If you need to exchange the unit, please return it in its original carton, with a sales receipt, to the store you purchased it. If you are returning the unit more than 30 days after the date of purchase, please see the enclosed warranty.

4. If you have any other questions or comments, see our correspondence below:

Please call 1-800-5-HOLMES

The Holmes Group, Inc.

P.O. Box 769, Milford, MA 01757-0769

For your own records, staple or attach your sales receipt to this manual. Also, please take a moment to write the store name/location and date purchased below.

STORE NAME: LOCATION: DATE PURCHASED:

(STAPLE RECEIPT HERE)

20”

BOX F

ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS

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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:

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) Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. DO NOT let the cord hang

over the edge of a table or counter. To avoid fire hazard, NEVER put the cord under rugs,near heat registers, radiators, stoves, or heaters.

4) To protect against electrical hazards, DO NOT immerse in water or

other liquids. Do not use near water.

5) Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near

children, or by disabled people.

6) Always unplug the fan before moving it, putting on or taking off

parts, cleaning, or whenever the fan is not in use. Be sure to pull by the plug and not the cord.

7) Avoid contact with moving parts. DO NOT operate without fan grills

properly in place.

8) DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, if

motor fan fails to rotate, 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.

9) DO NOT operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable

fumes.

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 may cause hazards.

11) DO NOT use outdoors.

12) Always use on a dry, level surface.

13) Keep unit away from heated surfaces and open flames.

14) WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, DO NOT use

this fan with any solid-state speed control device.

15) 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.

WARNING: To reduce risk of electric shock and injury

to persons, DONOT use fan in window.

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THESE IMPORTANT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

CLEANING/MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

Follow these instructions to correctly and safely care for your 20” Box Fan. Please remember:

• Always unplug the fan before cleaning.

• Do not allow water to drip on or into the fan motor housing.

• Do not use any of the following as a cleaner: gasoline, thinner, benzine.

Front Grill Carry Handle On/Speed Control Knob Plastic Feet (2)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

• Set fan base on a dry level surface.

• Please make sure the On/speed control knob is in the "0" or "Off" position.

• Plug the cord into any standard 120-volt A/C outlet.

• The speed is adjusted by turning the On/speed control knob to the desired setting, "0-1-2-3" which translates to Off-Low-Medium-High.

FAN STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS

Your fan should be stored in the off-season in its original box. It is important to keep it in a safe, dry location.

•We recommend using the original (or appropriately sized) box.

• Please remember to protect the fan from dust or moisture.

Step 1: Carefully unpack all the contents of this carton. For the HABF200: Take the two plastic feet and insert each into the four holes located on the bottom of the fan. Push the bottom of the plastic feet until they snap into the four holes.

SPEED CONTROL KNOB

PLASTIC FEET

Figure 1

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