Holmes HFH7400 User Manual
WARRANTY INFORMATION
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., DOING BUSINESS AS 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:
LOCATION:
DATE PURCHASED:
(STAPLE RECEIPT HERE)
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Owner’s Guide
HFH7400
WARRANTY INFORMATION
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5 YEARS 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 five 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 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 5975 Falbourne Street, Mississauga, Ontario L5R 3V8. 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.
© 2007 Sunbeam Products, Inc., doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions. All Rights Reserved.
CLEANING/MAINTENANCE/
TROUBLESHOOTING
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.
• The temperature may be set too low. Adjust the thermostat until the heater restarts.
Please DO NOT attempt to open or repair the heater. Please see the Warranty for Service Instructions or call consumer
service at 1-800-546-5637.
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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 Fig. 4)
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. When the preset temperature
is made, the fan will run for 30 seconds without
heat. This cool down process ensures an accurate
and consistent temperature reading.
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, the
1Touch®thermostat will be reset and will no
longer remember the previous setting.
OSCILLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Select the desired control setting and press or switch
the oscillation button to the ON position.
2. To stop oscillation, press or switch the oscillation button
to OFF.
3. Please do not manually turn the unit; it is designed to
turn only by motorized oscillation.
REMOTE CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS
The remote control allows you to control the power, mode,
and temperature settings of this unit. Please see “Manual
Mode” and “1Touch®THERMOSTAT INSTUCTIONS” above.
For your convenience a remote control holder is
integrated into the heater.
Insert 2 AAA batteries (not included) into the remote control.
NOTE: To shut this unit off with the remote control you can
scroll through all settings until all temperature and power
lights turn off. Remote cannot control oscillation function.
BATTERY WARNING:
•DO NOT mix old and new batteries.
• DO NOT mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or
rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries.
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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INSTRUCTIONS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
•Wattage: 1500 W (+5% –15%)
•Working voltage: 120v AC/60Hz
AUTO SAFETY SHUT-OFF
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:
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.
NOTE: After the heater is shut off the fan will continue to
run for 30 seconds to cool down the inside of the unit.
Tip-Over Shut-Off
When the unit is accidentally knocked over, it will instantly
shut off. To reset, simply place the heater in an upright
position and press the MODE/OFF button it will operate
normally.
PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Carefully remove your heater from the box. Make
certain to remove parts from both sides of the packing
foam. Please save carton for off-season storage.
2. Place heater on a firm level surface.
3. Your heater comes fully assembled and ready to use in
the reduced height configuration.
4. To use with pedestal see Assembly Instructions below.
5. 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 illuminate when the 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 in a 5˚ increments.
Manual Mode Instructions:
1. Plug the heater into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
2. To start the unit, press the MODE/OFF button once for
the HI manual setting. (See Fig. 4)
3. Press the MODE/OFF button again for the LOW
manual setting. (See Fig. 4)
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 during operation. In
Manual Mode, only the LOW or HIGH power light will be lit.
NOTE: To shut unit off at anytime press and hold the
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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.
Mode/Off button for 2 seconds. After the heater is turned
off heater will run for 30 seconds to cool unit.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
If you are planning on using the pedestal, start with Step 1
(Steps 1-6 see Figure 1 to Figure 3)
Step 1 – Turn the heater upside down and place on a firm
level surface.
Step 2 – Unscrew the locking nut by turning
counterclockwise. Slide the locking nut and base
off of the power cord.
Step 3 – Slide the pedestal pole onto the cord – internal
threads first.
Step 4 – Screw the pedestal clockwise onto the (neck)
threaded end on the bottom of the heater until
you feel resistance.
Step 5 – Slide the base and the locking nut onto the cord,
smooth surface facing up. Make sure to align the
dot on the back of the base to the dot on the
neck of the heater.
Step 6 – Hold base straight while tightening the locking
nut by turning clockwise.
Step 7 – Insert the power cord through the opening at the
rear of the base. Twist to lock in place. (see Figure 3)
Step 8 – Carefully turn the heater upright, place on a firm
level surface.
FEATURES - OPERATIONS
A. Remote Control
Holder
B. IR Lens
C. Oscillation Button
D. Temp Settings (5)
E. Hi/Lo Power Lights
F. 1Touch® Mode/Off
Button
G. Remote Control
Sensor
B
A
F
C
FIGURE 4
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E
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