Holmes MCH3700 User Manual

oscillating

ceramic heater

owners manual

SAVE THIS USE AND CARE BOOK

Michael Graves Ceramic Heater

MCH3700

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE

IMPORTANT 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) 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 locations.
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 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 Holmes 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.

THERMOSTAT

POWER

OSCILLATION

HIGHLOW

1

3

2

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THIS PRODUCT IS EQUIPED 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

control panel

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.

To Reset the Heater:

1. Turn the Mode Control to the OFF position and thermostat to HI

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

3. After the 10 minutes, plug the unit in again 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.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. For heater operation, please set the Thermostat all the way to HI. (See fig. #1)

2. Turn the Mode Control to desired heat setting
(LO for 1000W or HI for 1500W).

3. The Power Light will remain lit during operation.

SETTING THE THERMOSTAT

1. You need to set thermostat on HI to start heater (See fig. #1).
Allow heater to operate and warm up the room.

2. When the desired temperature/comfort level is reached, lower the thermostat
setting until the heater stops operating.

3. The control will now automatically maintain the pre-set temperature level by
turning the heater ON and OFF.

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.

OSCILLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Turn the mode control to the desired comfort setting and press the
oscillation button “on”

2. To stop oscillation, press the oscillation button “off”.

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

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. Holmes 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. Turn the thermostat knob

clockwise until the heater restarts.

* Make sure mode control is in LO or HI setting.

If your heater fails to oscillate:
* Make sure the oscillation button is pressed.

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

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 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.

3. If you have any other questions or comments, please write our
correspondence below.

Consumer Service Department
P.O. Box 769
Milford, MA 01757-0769

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)

5 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Five (5) Year Limited Warranty Terms and Conditions

SAVE THIS WARRANTY INFORMATION

A. The quality controls used in the manufacture of this Holmes product are to

ensure your satisfaction.

B. The Warranty Registration Card enclosed with this product must be completed

and returned within 10 days of purchase for your Warranty to be effective.
This Warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product.

C. This Warranty applies ONLY to repair or replacement of any supplied or

manufactured parts of this product that, upon inspection by Holmes authorized
personnel, proves to have failed in normal use due to defects in material or
workmanship. Holmes will determine whether to repair or replace the unit.
This Warranty does not apply to installation expenses.

D.Operating this unit under conditions other than those recommended or at

voltages other than the voltage indicated on the unit, or attempting to service
or modify the unit, will render this WARRANTY VOID.

E. Unless otherwise proscribed by law, Holmes shall not be liable for any personal

injury, property or any incidental or consequential damages of any kind
(including water damage).

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR
EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

F. All parts of this Holmes product are guaranteed for a period of 5 years as follows:

1. Within the first 30 days from date of purchase, the store from which you
purchased your Holmes product should replace this product if it is defective
in material or workmanship (provided the store has in-stock replacement.)

2. Within the first sixty months from date of purchase, subject to the conditions
in paragraph H, Holmes will repair or replace the product if it is defective in
material or workmanship providing it is returned to Holmes, freight prepaid,
with PROOF OF PURCHASE date, together with $7.00 for return shipping
and handling charges.

G. If you have any problem with this product, please write our

Consumer Service Department.

H. IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS Your warranty depends on your
following these instructions if you are returning the unit more than 30 days after
the date of purchase:

1. Carefully pack the item in its original carton or other suitable box to avoid
damage in shipping.

2. Before packing your unit for return; be sure to enclose:
a) your name, full address with zip code and telephone number,
b) a dated sales receipt or PROOF OF PURCHASE,
c) your $7.00 check for return shipping and handling, and
d) the model number of the unit and the problem you are having. (Enclose in
an envelope and tape directly to the unit before the box is sealed.)

3. Holmes recommends you ship the package UPS ground service for
tracking purposes.

4. All shipping charges must be prepaid by you (as noted in paragraph F).

5. Mark the outside of your package:

The Holmes Group, Inc.,
Consumer Returns
2 Pullman Street.
Worcester, MA 01606
SHIPPING AND HANDLING CHARGES: $7.00

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights, which
vary from state to state. The provisions of this warranty are in addition to, and not
a modification of, or subtraction from, the statutory warranties and other rights
and remedies contained in any applicable legislation. To the extent that any
provision of this warranty is inconsistent with any applicable law, such provision
shall be deemed voided or amended, as necessary, to comply with such law.

MCH370001UM1 Printed in China

oscillating

ceramic heater

Comfort Control Thermostat

Two Heat Settings:

1,000 and 1,500 Watts

Manual User Reset

Michael Graves

Oscillation for Wide Area Heating
Auto Safety Shut-off
5 Year Limited Warranty

The highly acclaimed work of Michael Graves has restored a sense of humanity
to modern architecture. Graves, one of the most noted architects of our time,
has designed buildings for such clients as Disney
corporate headquarters and the Walt Disney
Hotels. Gifted in design at every scale, Michael Graves has created products for
the home that carry labels such as Alessi, FAO Schwarz, and Steuben. His work
has been recognized with scores of awards. Most recently Michael Graves was
selected for the 2001 American Institute of Architects Gold Medal award, the
highest honor given by the AIA to an individual. In 1999, President Clinton
presented Michael Graves with the National Medal of Arts.

The Michael Graves Collection provides an inspired balance of form and
function. Sensible and sublime, practical and whimsical, the objects envisioned by
this world-renowned architect infuse our daily lives with joy.

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