Holmes HFH2986 User Manual

WARRANTY INFORMATION

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Owner’s Guide

WARRANTY INFORMATION

1Touch®Whisper Quiet Power

Heater Fan

HFH2986

SERVICE 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 write to our
Consumer Service Department.

3. If you need to exchange the unit, please return it in its original carton, with a sales receipt, to the store where 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 or visit our website at
www.holmesproducts.com.

SUNBEAM PRODUCTS, INC. D/B/A JARDEN CONSUMER SOLUTIONS
303 NELSON AVENUE

NEOSHO, MO 64850
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 purchase below.

STORE NAME:
LOCA

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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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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, technologically
advanced, 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. For specific reset
instructions please refer to the unit.

To Reset the Heater

If the unit shuts down:

1. Unplug unit.

2. Wait 10 minutes for unit to cool down.

3. Plug in and operate normally.

NOTE: To shut unit OFF, hold Mode/Off button down for 2
seconds.

PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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

2. Place heater on firm level surface.

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

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°F and 80°F.

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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 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.

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 and 2)

3. Press the button again for the LOW (LO) manual
setting. (See Figure 1 and 2)

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.

NOTE: The Power Light will remain lit as long as unit is
plugged in.

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
or LOW power light, and the set temperature light will
remain lit during operation. (See Figure 1 and 2)

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, or
the unit is turned off at low power - 80˚F setting, the
1Touch®thermostat will be reset and will no longer remember
the previous temperature setting.

CLEANING/MAINTENANCE

• Always unplug the heater before cleaning.

• Lightly run a vacuum cleaner nozzle over the heater grill

to remove any dust or dirt that may have accumulated.

• Carefully wipe the heater with a soft, damp cloth. Please

be very cautious near the motor and heating elements.

• NEVER use abrasive or flammable solvents to clean

the heater.

• After cleaning, be sure to completely dry the heater

with a cloth or towel.

• Store your heater in its original carton in a cool, dry

location.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If your heater fails to operate, unplug the
heater and:

• Make sure the electrical outlet and circuit breaker are

working.

• Check for obstructions. If you find an obstruction, turn

OFF and UNPLUG the heater. Carefully remove the
obstruction and follow the reset instructions.

• Make sure the Mode Control is on the Lo or Hi setting.

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

call our Consumer Service Department at
1-800-546-5637.

FEATURES - OPERATIONS

CLEANING / MAINTENANCE

A. 1Touch®Mode/Off Button
B. Carry Handle (Not Visible)
C. Temperature Set Lights
D. HI/LO Power Lights
E. Power Light

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Figure 2

A. 1Touch®Mode/Off Button
B. Temperature Set Lights
C. HI/LO Power Lights
D. Power Light

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Figure 1

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.

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