Holmes HM3500 User Manual

Owner ’s Guide

HM3500

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FILTER# HWF75

FILTER TYPE: WICK

Console
Humidifier

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WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, ESPECIALLY WHERE CHILDREN ARE
PRESENT, YOU SHOULD ALWAYS FOLLOW THESE BASIC PRECAUTIONS TO
REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND INJURY TO PERSONS:

1. Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2. To avoid fire or shock hazard, plug the appliance directly into a
120 V AC electrical outlet.

3. Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To avoid fire hazard, NEVER
put the cord under rugs, near heat registers, radiator, stoves, or heaters.

4. DO NOT place humidifier near heat sources such as stoves, radiators,
and heaters. Do locate your humidifier on an inside wall near an
electrical outlet. The humidifier should be at least 4" away from the
wall for best results.

5. NEVER place humidifier in an area where it is accessible to children.
NEVER use humidifier in a closed room, particularly where a child may
be sleeping, resting, or playing (a closed room may result in excessive
humidity).

6. WARNING: DONOT attempt to refill humidifier without first unplugging
the unit from it’s electrical outlet. Failure to heed this warning may cause
personal injury. Be sure to pull the plug and not the cord.

7. Never place anything over moisture outlet when the unit is running.

8. NEVER drop or insert any object into any openings.

9. DO NOT operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, 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.

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, Inc. may cause hazards.

11. DO NOT use outdoors.

12. Always place humidifier on a firm, flat, level surface. A waterproof mat or
pad is recommended for under the humidifier. NEVER place it on a rug or
carpet, or on a finished floor that may be damaged by exposure to water
or moisture.

13. DO NOT allow the Moisture Outlet to directly face the wall. Moisture could
cause damage, particularly to wallpaper.

14. Humidifier should be unplugged when not in use.

15. NEVER tilt, move, or attempt to empty unit while it is operating. Shut
off and unplug before removing the water tank and moving the unit.

16. This humidifier requires daily and weekly maintenance to operate
appropriately. Refer to daily and weekly cleaning procedures.

17. NEVER use detergents, gasoline, glass cleaner, furniture polish, paint
thinner, or other household solvents to clean any part of the humidifier.

18. Excessive humidity in a room can cause water condensation on windows

and some furniture. If this happens, turn the humidifier OFF.

19. DO NOT use humidifier in an area where humidity level is in excess
of 50%.

20. 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.

21. Never place housing under water flow or immerse in liquids.

22. DO NOT plug in the cord with wet hands: electric shock could result.

23. DO NOT fill through openings other than intakes.

24. DO NOT block intakes or exhaust grills.

23. To prevent damage to surfaces, do not place humidifier under
overhanging surfaces.

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THESE IMPORTANT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Thank you for choosing a Holmes Cool Mist console humidifier. To ensure the
best performance from your humidifier, please read and save the following
instructions.

Consumer Safety Information

Note: This is an electrical appliance and requires attention when in use.
Note: If moisture forms on the walls or windows of the room, turn off the

humidifier. The room already has plenty of humidity and additional moisture
may cause damage.

Cord and Plug Installation Safety Instructions

The length of cord used on this appliance was selected to reduce the hazards
of becoming tangled in, or tripping over a longer cord. 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 rating of the
humidifier. 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.

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.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

HOW COOL MIST WORKS

Your Holmes Cool Mist humidifier draws dry air through the rear air intake
grill area. This air is then passed through a moisture–laden wick filter,
which retains the minerals and deposits in the water. The resulting moist
air is directed back into the room from the top air grill.

NOTE: This humidification system provides a cool, invisible moisture output.
It is normal not to see the mist.

NOTE: A humidity level below 20% can be unhealthy and uncomfortable.
The recommended humidity level is between 40%-50%.

PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Be sure the humidifier is switched OFF and the unit is disconnected from

2. Remove housing, filter and tanks (see fig1).

3. TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL MOBILITY AND CONVENIENCE TO YOUR CONSOLE

NOTE: You will notice that there are two different shaped wheels. Two
of the 4 wheels are stationary wheels and two are swivel type wheels. The
stationary wheels are identified by a flat top surface, while the swivel type
are curved and include a small plastic piece on the shaft. See figure 1 for
installation location for each type of wheel. DO NOT use any tools to install
the wheel because tools may damage the base of the unit. Return the base
to the upright position.

4. Replace filter, housing and tanks.

5. Choose a location out of reach of children. DO NOT place the humidifier

1. Remove the two tanks from the base of the humidifier and bring each

NOTE: Adding a water softening agent like Holmes Water Treatment
(Model S-1705) to the water will soften mineral deposits and prevent lime
and scale build-up. It will also help prolong the life of the wick filter and
make cleaning easier.

2. When full, carry each tank to the humidifier and place onto the base

3. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet.

FILLING THE WATER TANKS