Holmes HWF100 User manual

TROUBLESHOOTING-
FILTER ACCESSORIES WARRANTY INFORMATION
Owner’s Guide
FILTER# : HWF100 (2) FILTER TYPE : WICK FILTER
PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT 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 questions or comments regarding this unit’s operation or believe any repair is necessary, please write to our Consumer Service Department or visit our
website at www.holmesproducts.com. THE HOLMES GROUP, INC.
CONSUMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT
32B SPUR DRIVE
EL PASO, TX 79906
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 purchased below.
STORE NAME:
LOCATION:
DATE PURCHASED: (STAPLE RECEIPT HERE)
SIX (6) YEAR 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 The Holmes Group, Inc. authorize
personnel, is shown to have failed in normal use due to defects in material or workmanship. The Holmes Group 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, The Holmes Group shall not be liable for any personal injury, property or any incidental or consequential
damage of any kind (including water damage) 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 6 years as follows:
1.Withinthefirst 30 days from date ofpurchase,the store from which you purchased yourproductshould replace this product if itisdefective in material or workman ship
(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 seventy two months from date of purchase, The Holmes Group 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 our Consumer Service Department.
G. IMPORTANT RETURN INSTRUCTIONS. Your Warranty depends on your following these instructions if you are returning the unit to The Holmes Group, Inc.:
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. The Holmes Group 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
THEHOLMESGROUP, INC.
32B SPUR DRIVE
EL PASO, TX 79906
SHIPPING AND HANDLING CHARGES: $7.00 (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
modificationof, or subtraction from, the statutory warranties and other rights and remediescontained in any applicable legislation. Tothe extent thatany 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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REPLACEMENT ACCESSORIES
To order the replacement accessories you can do any of the following:
•Fill out the accessory card found with the product
•Visit your local retailer
•Go to www.holmesproducts.com
•Call consumer service at 1-800-5-HOLMES
Cool Mist
Humidifier
HM7203
HM7203RC
TROUBLE PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Unit does not turn on. Water spilled in humidistat. Drain water from base and allow unit to dry
for 15 minutes.
Circuit breaker has been tripped. Check circuit breaker.
Mist output minimal to none. Filter has not absorbed water. Wait 15 minutes before starting humidifier.
Mineral buildup in tray. See Weekly Maintenance under Cleaning and
Maintenance Instructions. Regular cleaning is
recommendedtokeep the unit functioning properly.
Humidistat is set too low. Raise the level of humidity by adjusting the
humidistat (see Operating Instructions).
Filter needs to be replaced. Replaceyour filter (HWF100) by calling 1-800-5-
HOLMES, or visit www.holmesproducts.com.
Water leaks from tank. Rubber tank ring is missing Remove tank cap then replace or reposition ring.
or improperly placed.
Cap not tight enough. Tighten the cap.
Filter turns brown. The filter needs to be replaced. Replaceyour filter (HWF100) by calling 1-800-5-
HOLMES, or visit www.holmesproducts.com.
Short filter life. In areas with hard water the filter will need
to be changed more frequently.
Film on water tank. Mineral deposits cause film on tank See Daily Maintenance under Cleaning and
to build up. Maintenance instructions. Regular cleaning is
recommended to keep the unit functioning properly.
To order CleanseClean®(S1710), call 1-800-5-
HOLMES, or visit www.holmesproducts.com.
Water in tanks appears cloudy. Filter needs to be replaced. Replace your filter (HWF100) by calling 1-800-5-
HOLMES, or visit www.holmesproducts.com.
Water tank filled with warm water. Use cool water to fill the water tank – and only use
Holmes®care products recommended in this manual.
Unit cycles on/off. Humidifier is reacting to room. Set the SmartTouch™Electronic Humidistat to a
higher or lower desired setting.
Very tight tank cap. Tank cap over tightened. Add liquid soap to cap gasket to ease opening.
☎INFO HOT-LINE: If, after reading this owner’s guide you
have any questions or comments, please call 1-800-5-
HOLMESandaConsumer ServiceRepresentativewill behappy
to assist you.

PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1.Be sure the humidifier is switched to OFF and the unit is
disconnected from the electrical outlet.
2. Select a location for your humidifier, on a flat surface, about 4”
away from the wall. DO NOT place the humidifier on a finished
floor or near furniture, which can be damaged by moisture or
water. Place on a moisture-resistant surface.
FILLING THE WATER TANK
1.Remove the tank from the base of the humidifier and bring to
thefaucet. Turnthe tankupside down andtwist off the tank cap
byturning counterclockwise. Fill tank withcool, fresh tap water.
DONOT fill withwarm water as this maycause leaking. Replace
the cap on tank FIRMLY.
2. When full, carry tank to the humidifier and place onto the base.
The tank holds 3/4 gallons of water and the base holds 1/4
gallon of water. The tank will immediately begin to empty into
base.
3. Plug the power cord into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Your humidifier is equipped with a technologically advanced
SmartTouch™ElectronicHumidistat. You can set the humidifierto
run continuously in manual mode or set the SmartTouch™
Electronic Humidistat to your desired humidity setting. The
SmartTouch™Electronic Humidistat will automatically turn the
humidifierON or OFF, depending onthe preset comfortlevel. The
comfort level ranges between 35% and 55% relative humidity.
Manual Mode Instructions:
1. Plugthe humidifier into a120V ACelectrical outlet.
2. To start the unit, push the MODE/OFFbutton once for the HIGH
manualsetting. (See figure 2.)
3. PressthebuttonagainfortheLOWmanualsetting.(Seefigure2.)
4. To stop the unit, press and hold the button for two seconds, or
keeppressing thebutton until all the humidityindicators areOFF.
NOTE:InManualMode, onlytheLOWor HIGH powerlightwillbelit.
SmartTouch™Humidistat Instructions:
To take advantage of the SmartTouch™Electronic Humidistat,
press the MODE/OFF button until the speed is set in either the
HIGH or LOW setting, and the desired Humidity is set. When the
humidity level rises above the set humidity, the humidifier will
stop. When the humidity level drops below the set humidity, the
humidifier will turn on automatically.
NOTE: Whenthe SmartTouch™ElectronicHumidistatis set, either
the HIGH or LOW power light and the percent humidity light will
remain lit during operation. (See figure 2.)
NOTE: Allowup to30 minutes forthe filterto fully absorbwater
and for the unit to produce moisture.
NOTE: The SmartTouch™Humidifier has memory. This means
that when you turn the unit back on, it will be at the last setting
the humidifier was set at.
If you do not plan to use the humidifier for two or more days,
make sure any residual water is drained from the water tank,
base and wick filter to prevent algae or bacteria growth.
SmartTouch™REMOTE INSTRUCTIONS
(For BCM7203RC-CN only)
1. Insert 2 AAA batteries into back of remote control.
2. Press the SmartTouch™button on remote to begin operation.
3. Usethe remote to control thesame features as the base unit.
NOTE: Do not mix new and old batteries. Do not mix
alkaline,standard (carbon-zine), or rechargeable (nickel-
cadmium) batteries.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CLEANING/MAINTENANCE REPLACING/STORAGE THE FILTER
FEATURES - OPERATIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
alwaysbefollowedtoreducethe risk of fire,electricshock,andinjury
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. Keep the cord out of heavy traffic areas. To avoid fire hazard,
NEVER put the cord under rugs or near heat registers.
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
wherea 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 its electrical outlet. Failure to heed this
warningmay cause personalinjury. Besure to unplugthe unitby
pulling on 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 onlyfor intended householduse as describedin 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.
11.DO NOT use outdoors.
12.Always place humidifier on a firm, flat, level surface. A
waterproof mat or pad is recommended for use under the
humidifier. NEVER place it on a rug or carpet, or on a finished
floorthat 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 wall paper.
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 humidifierrequires dailyand weeklymaintenance tooperate
appropriately.Refertodailyandweeklycleaningprocedures. Use
only cleaners and additives recommended by the manufacturer.
17.NEVERusedetergents,gasoline,glasscleaner,furniturepolish,paint
thinner, or other household solvents to clean any part of the
humidifier.
18.Excessive humidity in a room can cause water condensation on
windowsandsomefurniture. If thishappens,turn the humidifierOFF.
19.Do notuse humidifier in an areawhere humiditylevel is in excess
of 50%. Use a hygrometer, available at your local retailer or
through the manufacturer, to measure the humidity.
20.DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical
functionsonthisunit. Doing so willvoidyour warranty.Theinside
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 notplug in the cord with wet hands:electric shockcould result.
23.Do not pour water in any openings other than the water tank.
24.To prevent damage to surfaces, do not place humidifier under
overhanging surfaces.
25.NEVER operate unit without water in the tank.
26.Do not move unit after it has been used until unit cools completely.
27.Use both hands when carrying full tank of water.
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THESE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Consumer Safety Information
NOTE:This is an electrical applianceand requires attentionwhen
in use.
NOTE: If moisture forms on the walls or windows of the room,
turnoff the humidifier. Theroomalready 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.
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 2 moisture-laden wick filters, which
retainsthe mineralsanddepositsinthe water.Theresultingmoist airisdirected
backinto the roomfrom the top air grill.
NOTE:Thishumidification system provides acool,invisiblemoistureoutput. It
isnormal not tosee the mist.
NOTE:Ahumidity level below 20%canbeunhealthyanduncomfortable. The
recommendedhumidity level isbetween 40%-50%.
REPLACING THE FILTERS
Throughnormaluse,waterbornemineralsandsedimentbecometrappedin the
wickfilters. The harder your water,the greater theamount of mineralsin the
water, and the more often you will
needto change yourfilters.
You willbeabletomonitorthe lifeof
the filters in your humidifier by
checking the FilterCheck®Indicator.
Whenthe unitisoff,theFilterCheck®
Indicator will read in the OFF
position. After 60 minutes of use,
FilterCheck®Indicator will move
from the OFF position and indicate your filters condition. New filters will
register in the blue section reading Good filter. After frequent use of your
humidifier, the FilterCheck®Indicator will let you know when the filters need to
bechanged, see Figure3.
Whentheneedleisinthegrey/black(CHANGE)section,thismeanstheproper
amount of moisture is not getting into your air due to the excessive minerals
and sediment that have become trapped on your filters. At this point, you
shouldreplaceyourfilters. Itisimportanttochangeyourfiltersas indicated to
obtainstated performance level.
To replace the filter, follow the steps below.
1. Push the SmartTouch™button (MODE/OFF) for 2 seconds to turn the unit
OFFand disconnect fromthe electrical outlet.
2. Removethe tank andmain housing to access the base.
3. Removethe wick holderfrom the base of the humidifier.
4. Removeeachindividualwickand discard.Donot removerivet,replacement
wickscome equipped with rivets for easy replacement.
5. Followthe weekly cleaninginstructions.
6. Insertnewfiltersintoeachsectionofthewickholdermakingsurethe rivet
attachesto the wickholder securely.
7. Donotusewickswithoutrivetsastheywillnotproducetheunit'sintended
output.
8. Replace the wick holder into the base (it can only go in by following the
arrowindicator) and replace main housing and thentank.
9. RepeatOperating Instructions steps.
Itwill take about30 minutes for the humidifier to reach maximumoutput.
You can purchase replacement filters (Model BWF100)by calling
1-800-253-2764or by visiting www.bionaire.com.
Itisrecommended that a replacementfilterispurchasedforuninterrupteduse.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Humidifiers provide comfort by adding moisture to dry, heated indoor air. To
benefit most from the humidifier and avoid product misuse, follow all
instructionscarefully.Pleasenotethatthisisanelectricalappliance andrequires
attentionwhen in use.
In addition, if you do not follow the recommended care and maintenance
guidelines,micro-organismsmaybeabletogrowinthewaterwithinthewater
tank.Youmust routinelyfollowthe cleaning procedures thatfollow in order to
ensureproper,efficient operation of your humidifier.Propermaintenance and
cleaning is essential to the continued performance of your unit and the
avoidanceof algae orbacteria build-up.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
1. Before cleaning, push the SmartTouch™button for 2 seconds to turn the
unitOFF and disconnectfrom the electrical outlet.
2. Removethehousingand the tank from thehumidifierandplaceinsinkor
tub.
3. Carry the base of the unit to the sink, remove the wick holder and wicks,
place in sink, drain any remaining water and rinse thoroughly to remove
any sediment or dirt. Wipe clean, and dry with a clean cloth or paper
towel. NOTE: the base and wick holder are dishwasher safe TOP RACK
ONLY.
4. Drain the water from the tank into the sink and rinse tank thoroughly.
Wipeclean, and dry with aclean cloth or paper towel
5. Put filters back in wick holder, replace on base, replace the housing, then
refilltank withcooltapwater asinstructedearlierin theFillingInstructions.
Donot overfill.
6. FollowOperating Instructions.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
To Remove Scale:
1. Repeat steps 1-4 above.
2. Clean the base by partially filling the base with one 8-oz cups of
undiluted white vinegar, or by using CleanseClean®(Model S1710) by
themanufacturer. Leave this solution in thebasefor20minutes,while
cleaning the all interior surfaces with a soft brush. Remove base scale
by wiping the base with a cloth dampened with undiluted white
vinegar.
3. Rinse with clean warm water to remove the cleaning solution before
disinfecting the tank.
To Disinfect Humidifier Base and Tank:
1. Fillhumidifierbasewith 1/4 gallonofwaterand 1/2 teaspoonofchlorine
bleach.
2. Fill the tank 1/2 full with water and 1/2 teaspoon of chlorine bleach.
3. Letthe solutionstand for20 minutes,swishing everyfewminutes. Wet
all surfaces.
4. Carefully empty the base and tank after 20 minutes, and rinse with
water until you cannot detect any bleach smell. Dry with a clean cloth
or paper towel.
5. ChecktheFilterCheck®Indicatortoseeif it is time to replace thefilters.
Depending on water hardness in your area, it may be necessary to
changethe filtersevery 1-2 months. Re-insert the wick filters into the
wick holder.
6. Refill the water tank as directed with cool tap water, replace the
humidifier housing, and turn the unit on.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
When not using your humidifier for an extended period of time:
1. Dispose of the filters. DO NOT leave in unit.
2. Clean, rinse and thoroughly dry the humidifier as directed in weekly
maintenance. DO NOT leave any water in the unit when storing.
Leaving water in the unit may render the unit inoperable for the
following season.
3. Place the humidifier in the original carton and store in a cool, dry
place.
4. Order your replacement filters for next year’s 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
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A. WATER TANK
B. CARRY HANDLE
C. FILTERCHECK®
INDICATOR
D. HUMIDIFIER HOUSING
E. SmartTouch™HUMIDISTAT
F. HUMIDIFIER BASE
G. SmartTouch™CONTROLPANEL
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A. SET HUMIDITY LIGHTS
B. SPEED SETTING LIGHTS
C. MODE/OFF BUTTON
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