Holmes FamilySafe HFH5717 User manual

WARRANTY INFORMATION
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Owner’s Guide
WARRANTY INFORMATION
FamilySafe™
Heater Fan
HFH5717
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.
JCS/THG, LLC
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)
© 2006 JCS/THG, LLC
Holmes®, the Holmes logo®, FamilySafe™ and the SafetyMax
™ are trademarks of JCS/THG, LLC.
THREE (3) YEARS LIMITED WARRANTY
SAVE THIS WARRANTY INFORMATION
A. This Warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product.
B. This Warranty applies ONLY to repair or replacement of any supplied or manufactured parts of this product that, upon
inspection by JCS/THG, LLC authorized personnel, is shown to have failed in normal use due to defects in material or
workmanship. JCS/THG, LLC will determine whether to repair or replace the unit. This Warranty does not apply to
installation expenses.
C. 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.
D.Unless otherwise proscribed by law, JCS/THG, LLC shall not be liable for any personal injury, property
or any incidental or consequential damage of any kind resulting from malfunctions, defects, misuse,
improper installation or alteration of this product.
E. All parts of this product excluding filters, which are covered under separate warranty, are guaranteed for a period of 3
years as follows:
1. Within the first 30 days from date of purchase, the store from which you purchased your product should replace this
product if it is defective in material or workmanship (provided the store has in-stock replacement).If you intend to assert
any claim in connection with the product, please follow the instructions in paragraph F.
2. Within the first 36 months from date of purchase, JCS/THG, LLC will repair or replace the product if it is defective in
material or workmanship, subject to the conditions in paragraph G.
F. If you have any other problem or claim in connection with this product, please write to our Consumer Service Department.
G.IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS. Your Warranty depends on your following these instructions if you are returning the
unit to JCS/THG, LLC:
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 $7.50 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. JCS/THG, LLC recommends you ship the package U.P.S. ground service for tracking purposes.
4. All shipping charges must be prepaid by you.
5. Mark the outside of your package:
HOLMES
JCS/THG, LLC
303 NELSON AVENUE
NEOSHO, MO 64850
SHIPPING AND HANDLING CHARGES: $7.50 (USD)
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.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
• Wattage: 1500W
• Working voltage: 120V AC/60Hz
PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Carefully remove your heater from the box. Please save
the carton for off-season storage.
2. Make sure the heater is OFF 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.
SAFETYMAX™ TECHNOLOGIES
Your heater features two new revolutionary safety
technologies, the SafetyMax ™ SelfCheck Panel and the
SafetyMax ™ Invisible Contact Sensor. Both safety
features automatically activate when you turn on your
heater.
SafetyMax ™ SelfCheck Panel
The patented SafetyMax™ SelfCheck Panel verifies that the
four safety features function, each time you plug in or turn
on your heater. The icon for each safety feature will blink
and turn off to indicate that the SafetyMax™ SelfCheck
Panel verification is complete for that safety feature. In the
unlikely event that one of the safety features is not
functioning, an icon illuminates letting you know that a
problem has occurred and the heater will not run. Please
refer to the descriptions below or the safety sticker attached
to your heater for corrective instructions.
SafetyMax™ Invisible Contact Sensor
The patented SafetyMax™ Invisible Contact
Sensor is an invisible infrared beam that protects
the front grill from potential hazards. If an object
interrupts the beam for three or more seconds, the heater
turns off and the above icon illuminates. Once the
obstruction is removed and the beam reconnects, the icon
turns off and the heater restarts.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY TECHNOLOGIES
Auto Safety Shut-Off
This heater is equipped with a patented,
technologically advanced, safety system that
automatically shuts off the current to the heater
when a potential overheat temperature is reached and
illuminates the corresponding icon. When this occurs, you
must reset the heater.
1. Turn the [Heat Control/Mode] to OFF (Power).
2. Unplug the heater and wait 30 minutes.
3. Plug in and turn ON (Power) the heater.
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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 or call us at 1-800-5-HOLMES.
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 JCS/THG, LLC
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.
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.
Back-Up Safety Fuse
This heater is equipped with a back-up safety
fuse. In the unlikely event that the heater does
not respond to an overheat situation, the back-up
fuse engages, the heater turns off, and the above icon
illuminates. If this occurs, the heater will not reset or
operate. Refer to the Warranty for additional information.
Tip-Over Protection
This unit is equipped with tip-over protection. If
the unit is accidentally knocked over, it instantly
shuts off and the above icon illuminates. Place
the heater in an upright position and the heater
automatically restarts.
4-Hour Safety Timer
This unit is equipped with a 4-hour safety timer which is activated
when you turn on the heater. The built-in LED light (Timer button)
will illuminate letting you know the 4-Hour timing period had
begun. After four hours have expired, the heater automatically
shuts off. To turn the heater back on, follow normal operating
instructions.
NOTE: To deactivate the timer press the button (Timer) so the
LED light turns off, the heater will now run continuously at full
power.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Plug heater into outlet. The heater will perform the
SafetyMax™ SelfCheck Panel verification.(See
SafetyMax™ SelfCheck Panel for more details about
this feature.)
2. Press the Power Button (Power) to turn the heater ON.
The Timer LED will illuminate indicating that the 4-Hour
Safety Timer has been activated and the heater will
perform the SafetyMax™ SelfCheck Panel verification.
(See 4-Hour Safety Timer for more details about this
feature.)
3. Press the Timer Button (Timer) to turn the 4-Hour Safety
Timer and Timer LED OFF. The heater will operate
continuously on full power.
4. Press the Power Button (Power) at any time to turn the
heater OFF.
5. If a safety icon is illuminated, please follow the
instructions associated with that icon.
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.
• The accumulation of dust or other substances on the
contact sensor may cause the heater to function
improperly. Keep the sensors clean by gently wiping
them with a soft damp cloth.
• 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.
NOTE: Remotes used for other household products may
interfere with the contact sensor and cause the heater to
shut off. The heater will automatically resume operation
when the remote control is no longer being used.
Please DO NOT attempt to open or repair the heater.
Please see the Warranty for Service Instructions or call
our Consumer Service Department at 1-800-5-HOLMES.
FEATURES - OPERATIONS
CLEANING/MAINTENANCE
THIS PRODUCT IS EQUIPPED WITH A POLARIZED 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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