Holmes HAP600 User Manual

F I LT E R C L E A N I N G

To reinstall the permanent filter after cleaning:

1. Install the cleaned filter into the air purifier housing
and replace the base air inlet grill. To install the base
air inlet grill back onto air purifier housing, hold the
handle at the base grill to turn clockwise until the
Lock icon ( ) is aligned with the indicator mark
below the power cord outlet on the rear side of the
air purifier housing. Ensure the base air grill inlet is
locked securely in place (see Fig. 4).

2. To reset the Filter Check Indicator, press and hold the
Filter Reset Button ( ) for 3 seconds while the unit
is operating (in any speed). The light will flash 3
times and then go off. The filter check timer is now
reset.

NOTE: Should your filter become damaged or lost, new
filters can be purchased at a retailer near you, online at
www.holmesproducts.com, or by calling 1-800-546-5637.

Fig. 4

Base Air
Inlet Grill

Base Grill
Handle

LOCK

Air Purifier
Housing

Power Cord Outlet

Power Cord

Cleaned Permanent
HEPA-type Filter

BASE AIR INLET GRILL

(CLOSE-UP)

T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Solution

• Unit will not operate.

• Decreased air flow.

• Excessive Noise.

• The filter check indicator

will not reset.

• Difficult to attach the base
air inlet grill onto the unit
housing.

LEARNING MORE

For a wealth of information about your air purifier and other Holmes® products, visit our website at
www.holmesproducts.com or call 1-800-546-5637.

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4 Check if unit is properly plugged in and outlet is energized.
4 Make sure unit turned ON.
4 Make sure filter is properly installed and rear grill is seated correctly.

4 Make sure nothing is blocking air inlet and filtered air outlets.
4 Check condition of the filter and clean if necessary.
4 Open the base air inlet grill and make sure that any plastic packaging was

removed from the filter, if applicable.

4 Make sure parts are firmly positioned in place.
4 Open the base air inlet grill and make sure that any plastic packaging was

removed from the filter, if applicable.

4 Check condition of the filter and clean if necessary.
4 Press and hold the Filter Reset Button for 3 seconds under power on

condition.

4 Line up the Lock icon (

on the air purifier housing to ensure the grill is securely locked in place (see
FILTER CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS section for details).

) on the base air inlet grill with the power cord outlet

WA R R A N T Y I N F O R M AT I O N

3 YEAR L I M I T E D WA R R A N T Y

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 three 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 questions 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 questions 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 as 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 OM1. 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.

Owner’s Guide

HAP600

Permanent HEPA-Type

Air Purifier with Optional Ionizer

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I M P O RTA N T S A F E G U A R D S

F E AT U R E S

F E AT U R E S - O P E R AT I O N S

C L E A N I N G / M A I N T E N A N C E

F I LT E R C L E A N I N G

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.

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.

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.

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THESE IMPORTANT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

•

Your Holmes® air purifier features a permanent HEPA­Type filter that removes up to 99% of airborne dust and
pollen as small as 2 microns, and helps reduce smoke,
mold spores and pet dander from air passing through the
filter.

• Permanent filter can be vacuumed every few months

for easy cleaning.

• Optional ionizer naturally improves performance and

helps freshen the air.
This product earned the ENERGY STAR by meeting strict
energy efficient guidelines set by the US EPA. The energy
efficiency of the ENERGY STAR qualified model is
measured based on a ratio between the model’s CADR for
dust and the electrical energy it consumes, or CADR/Watt.

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 useful product life and 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.

HEPA-TYPE FILTER

The permanent filter allows for easy maintenance and
eliminates the hassle of filter replacement. The HEPA-Type
(High Efficiency Particulate Air) filter is designed to
remove up to 99% of airborne pollutants, 2 microns or
larger, from the air that passes through them. The
pollutants may include (but not limited to) tobacco
smoke, household dust, pet dander and pollen.

HIGH, MEDIUM AND LOW SPEED SETTINGS

For optimum air filtration, operate your Holmes® air
purifier continuously on the MEDIUM (2) setting. Its
rugged motor has been designed to give many years of
use. For quieter operation (such as in a bedroom), select
the LOW (1) setting. When high levels of air pollution are
present, select the HIGH (3) setting to quickly circulate
and filter the room air.

The Night Light offers an optimal illumination for night
time use. Press the Night Light button to activate and
de-activate the night light.

FILTER CHECK INDICATOR

The filter indicator light eliminates guesswork by letting
you know when it is time to clean the filter. To reset the
Filter Check Indicator, press and hold the Filter Reset
Button for 3 seconds while the unit is operating (in any
speed).

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 base 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
base air inlet grill.

3. DO NOT POSITION AIR PURIFIER DIRECTLY UNDER

FURNITURE OR OBJECTS THAT MAY OBSTRUCT

EXHAUST AIR FLOW.
NOTE: If operating unit on a carpeted floor, it is not
recommended to use on carpets with more than a ½ inch
pile height.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Plug into a 120V AC electrical outlet.

2. Press the power button ( ). The air purifier will turn

onto HIGH, the power light and the High (3) speed

indicator light will illuminate letting you know the

power is on and running at High setting. To turn the

air purifier off at any time, press the power button

and all indicator lights will go off.

3. You can then select the desired speed setting. This air
purifier has three speed settings. You can select from
HIGH (3), MEDIUM (2), or LOW (1) by pressing the
desired operating speed control button on the control
panel. The corresponding indicator light will
illuminate to indicate which setting being selected.

4. To release negative ions into the filtered air, press the
ionizer button (
illuminate.

Fig. 1

) and the indicator light will

A

B

C

D

CONTROL PANEL (close-up)

E

F

G

H

I

A. Filtered Air Outlet
B. Air Purifier Housing
C. Night Light
D. Base Air Inlet Grill
E. Power Button/Light
F. Ionizer Button/Light
G. Night Light Button

H. Filter Reset Button/

Filter Check Indicator
Light

I.

Speed Control Buttons
(3-2-1)/Lights

J. Permanent HEPA-type

Filter (not shown)

NOTE: The ionizer will not work unless the unit is
running.

5. To activate the Night Light at any speed setting, press
the night light button ( ) to illuminate. Press the
button again, the night light will go off.

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 dampened cloth.

3. The base 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 filter chamber, 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.

Fig. 2

Base Air
Inlet Grill

Base Grill
Handle

RELEASE

Air Purifier
Housing

Power Cord Outlet

Power Cord

Take out Permanent
HEPA-type Filter for
cleaning

BASE AIR INLET GRILL

(CLOSE-UP)

CAUTION: Do not use gasoline, benzine, thinner,
harsh cleaners, etc., as they will damage the product.
NEVER use ALCOHOL OR SOLVENTS.

FILTER CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT:

• If the filter is enclosed in plastic bag, remove it

before use.
NOTE: Every few weeks, check the condition of filter.
Filter life will vary, depending on air quality and usage.
Under normal conditions of continuous use, the HEPA-type
filter will operate efficiently for 3-4 months, but we
recommend regular cleaning for optimal performance.

After approximately 4 months of operation, the Filter
Check Indicator will will illuminate (yellow LED) to alert
you to clean filter before further use.

To remove the filter for cleaning:

1. Turn off and unplug the air purifier.

2. To open and release the base air inlet grill from the

base, locate the handle at the base grill and turn

counter-clockwise until the Unlock icon ( ) is aligned

with the indicator mark below the power cord outlet

on the rear side of the air purifier housing (see Fig. 2).

3. Take out the permanent HEPA-type filter from the

unit, check the condition of the filter, and remove for

cleaning if dirty.

4. Using your vacuum cleaner, run the brush attachment

along both sides of the filter and clean between the

pleated layers (see Fig 3).
IMPORTANT: Do not use water, household cleaners

or detergents to clean the permanent filter.

Fig. 3

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