Holmes HM5600 User Manual

Warm Mist
Humidifier

Owner ’s Guide

HM5600

FILTER# WMF50

FILTER TYPE: WATER PURIFICATION

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 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: Do not 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 by the
plug and not the cord.

7. NEVER drop or insert any object into any openings.
DO NOT place hands, face, or body directly over
or near Moisture Outlet while unit is in operation.
DO NOT cover Moisture Outlet or place anything
over it while the unit is operating.

8. 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.

9. 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 Holmes may cause hazards.

10. DO NOT use outdoors.

11. 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.

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

13. Humidifier should be unplugged when not in use.

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.

14. 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. DO NOT attempt to
remove the water tank within 15 minutes after the
humidifier is turned off and unplugged. Serious injury
may result.

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

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

17. Excessive humidity in a room can cause water condensation
on windows and some furniture. If this happens, turn the
humidifier OFF.

18. Do not use humidifier in an area where humidity level is in
excess of 50%. Use the included hygrometer or purchase one
at your local hardware store or through Holmes, to measure
the humidity.

19. 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.

20. Never place housing under water flow, or immerse in liquids.

21. DONOT plug in with wet hands: electric shock could result.

22. DO NOT pour water in any openings other than the water tank.

23. Allow unit to cool before refilling water tank or maintenance
as the heater bulb is hot.

24. To prevent damage to surfaces, do not place humidifier

under overhanging surfaces.

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SAFETY 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.

Note: DO NOT block air inlet or outlet.

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.