Holmes HCH4954, HCH4953 User Manual

WARRANTY INFORMATION

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

9100020008138 HCH4953/495407EM1 Printed In China

Owner’s Guide

HCH4953 HCH4954

Ultra Quiet Ceramic

Heater

with ViziHeat

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FEATURES - OPERATIONS

Thank you for purchasing this Holmes®product. We understand the value of quality and are committed to making superior products that stand the test of time. We trust this product will exceed your expectations of quality and reliability. We hope that you enjoy this product and will consider purchasing another Holmes®product in the future.

To see our full product line or if you have any questions or comments about this product, please visit our website at: www.holmesproducts.com.

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. The heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, DO NOT let bare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided, use handles when moving this heater. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 3 ft (0.9 m) from the front of the heater and keep them away from the sides and rear.

4. DO NOT run cord under carpeting. DO NOT cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or the like. Arrange cord away from traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.

5. This heater is not intended for use in bathrooms, laundry areas and similar indoor location. NEVER locate heater where it may fall into a bathtub or other water container.

6. Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by, or near children or invalids, and whenever the heater is left operating and unattended.

7. Always unplug the heater when not in use.

8. When unplugging, be sure to pull by the plug and not the cord.

9. DO NOT insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening as this may cause an electric shock or fire, or damage the heater.

10. DO NOT operate heater with a damaged cord or plug, or after the heater malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Return appliance to manufacturer for examination, electrical or mechanical adjustment, or repair.

11. A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. DO NOT use it in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored.

12. 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 manufacturer may cause hazards.

13. DO NOT use outdoors.

14. To prevent a possible fire, DO NOT block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. DO NOT use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked.

15. To disconnect heater, turn controls to OFF, then remove plug from outlet.

16. Avoid the use of an extension cord because the extension cord may overheat and cause a risk of fire. However, if you have to use an extension cord, the cord shall be No. 14 AWG minimum size and rated not less than 1875 watts.

17. If the heater will not operate, see specific instructions on Auto Safety Shut-off.

18. 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.

19. Discontinue use if plug or outlet is hot. It is recommended that the outlet be replaced if plug or outlet is hot to touch.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Wattage: 1500W (+5% –15%)

• Working voltage: 120V AC/60Hz

AUTO SAFETY SHUT-OFF WITH CERAMIC CONTROL

This heater is equipped with a patented, technologicallyadvanced, safety system that requires the user to reset the heater if there is a potential overheat situation. When a potential overheat temperature is reached, the system will automatically shut the heater off. It can only resume operation when the user resets the unit.

To Reset the Heater:

1. Unplug the heater and wait 10 minutes for the unit to cool down.

2. After the 10 minutes, plug the unit in again and operate normally.

Tip-Over Protection:

When the heater is accidentally knocked over, it will automatically shut off. To reset, simply place the heater in an upright position.

Press the MODE/OFF button and operate normally.

PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Carefully remove your heater from the box. please save the carton for off-season storage.

2. Make sure the unit is in the OFF position before plugging the heater into the outlet.

3. Place heater on firm level surface.

4. Avoid overloading your circuit by not using other high wattage appliances in the same outlet. At 1500 watts, this unit draws 12.5 Amps.

NOTE: The power light will remain lit while heater is plugged in.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Your heater is equipped with a technologically advanced 1Touch®electronic thermostat. You can set the heater to run continuously in manual mode or set the 1Touch

Thermostat to your desired temperature setting. The 1Touch®thermostat will automatically turn the heater ON or OFF depending on the preset comfort level. The comfort level ranges between 60° and 80° Fahrenheit.

Manual Mode Instructions:

1. Plug the heater into a 120V AC electrical outlet.

2. To start the unit, push the MODE/OFF button once for the HIGH (HI) manual setting. (See Figure 1)

3. Press the button again for the LOW (LO) manual setting. (See Figure 1)

4. To stop the unit, press and hold the button for two seconds or keep pressing the button until all the temperature indicators are OFF.

1TOUCH®THERMOSTAT INSTRUCTIONS

To take advantage of the 1Touch®Thermostat continue to press the MODE/OFF button until the desired temperature is set in either the HIGH or LOW setting. When ambient temperature rises above the set temperature, the heater will stop. When the ambient temperature drops below the set temperature, the heater will turn on automatically.

NOTE: When the 1Touch®thermostat is set, either the HIGH (HI) or LOW (LO) power light, and the temperature light will remain lit during operation. (See Figure 1)

NOTE: It is normal for the heater to cycle ON and OFF as it maintains the preset temperature. To prevent the unit from cycling, you need to raise the thermostat setting.

NOTE: 1Touch®has memory. The 1Touch®thermostat will remember the previous temperature setting after the unit has been turned off. However, if the unit is unplugged, the 1Touch®thermostat will be reset and will no longer remember the previous temperature setting.

OSCILLATION INSTRUCTIONS (HCH4954 ONLY)

1. Select the desired control setting and press the oscillation button once to turn oscillation on.

2. To stop oscillation press the oscillation button (Osc.) again.

3. Please do not manually turn the unit; it is designed to turn only by motorized oscillation.

VIZIHEATTMCOLOR CHANGING DISPLAY

Your heater features the revolutionary technology and safety of ViziHeatTMColor Changing Display. As your heater warms up, the front grill will change color - a visual reminder that the grill is warm and the heater is on. The exact timing of the color change may vary. When the heater is turned off, the grill will return to its original color, thus indicating the grill is cool to the touch.

NOTE: If unit is left in extreme cold temperatures (-22° F/ -30°C) the ViziHeatTMColor Changing Display may not perform. The heater itself will function normally. Store heater in a cool and dry location.

NOTE: The ViziHeatTMColor Changing Effect may wear off after heavy use of this heater. The heater will continue to operate normally.

CLEANING/MAINTENANCE

During Season Care:

1. Always unplug the heater before cleaning.

2. Clean the unit with a soft cloth moistened with a mild soap solution.

3. NEVER use abrasive or flammable solvents to clean the unit.

4. After cleaning, be sure to completely dry the unit with a cloth or towel.

After Season Care:

1. Store heater in a cool, dry location.

2. The manufacturer recommends that you store the unit in its original carton.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If your heater fails to operate:

• UNPLUG THE UNIT.

• Make sure the electrical outlet or circuit breaker is working.

• Check for obstructions. If you find an obstruction turn the heater OFF, and unplug the unit. Carefully remove the obstruction and follow the reset instructions.

Please DO NOT attempt to open or repair the heater. Please see the Warranty for Service Instructions.

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.

FEATURES - OPERATIONS

CLEANING/MAINTENANCE

Figure 1

A. MODE/OFF BUTTON B. HIGH POWER C. LOW POWER D. SET TEMPERATURE

LIGHTS

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