TROUBLESHOOTINGF I LT E R A C C E S S O R I E S TROUBLE Unit does not turn on. WA R R A N T Y I N F O R M AT I O N 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) PROBABLE CAUSE Water spilled in humidistat. Circuit breaker has been tripped. SOLUTION Drain water from base and allow unit to dry for 15 minutes. Check circuit breaker. Wait 15 minutes before starting humidifier. See Weekly Maintenance under Cleaning and Maintenance Instructions. Regular cleaning is recommended to keep the unit functioning properly. Raise the level of humidity by adjusting the humidistat (see Operating Instructions). Replace your filter (HWF100) by calling 1-800-5HOLMES, or visit www.holmesproducts.com. Remove tank cap then replace or reposition ring. Tighten the cap. Replace your filter (HWF100) by calling 1-800-5HOLMES, or visit www.holmesproducts.com. In areas with hard water the filter will need to be changed more frequently. See Daily Maintenance under Cleaning and Maintenance instructions. Regular cleaning is recommended to keep the unit functioning properly. To order CleanseClean® (S1710), call 1-800-5HOLMES, or visit www.holmesproducts.com. Replace your filter (HWF100) by calling 1-800-5HOLMES, or visit www.holmesproducts.com. Use cool water to fill the water tank ­ and only use Holmes® care products recommended in this manual. Set the SmartTouchTM Electronic Humidistat to a higher or lower desired setting. Add liquid soap to cap gasket to ease opening. SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS INFO HOT-LINE: If, after reading this owner's guide you have any questions or comments, please call 1-800-5HOLMES and a Consumer Service Representative will be happy to assist you. Mist output minimal to none. Filter has not absorbed water. Mineral buildup in tray. Cool Mist Humidifier Owner's Guide HM7203 HM7203RC Humidistat is set too low. Filter needs to be replaced. Water leaks from tank. Rubber tank ring is missing or improperly placed. Cap not tight enough. Filter turns brown. The filter needs to be replaced. Short filter life. Film on water tank. Mineral deposits cause film on tank to build up. 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. 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 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 THE HOLMES GROUP, INC. 32B SPUR DRIVE EL PASO, TX 79906 SHIPPING AND HANDLING CHARGES: Water in tanks appears cloudy. Filter needs to be replaced. Water tank filled with warm water. Unit cycles on/off. Humidifier is reacting to room. Very tight tank cap. Tank cap over tightened. 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 Holmes®, the Holmes logo® 1TouchTM, the 1Touch logoTM, FilterCheck® and CleanseClean® are trademarks of The Holmes Group, Inc. or its subsidiaries. MICROBAN is a registered trademark of Microban Products Company. GE® is a registered trademark of The General Electric Company. $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 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. HMAN010.03.US.OM1 HM7203/7203RC03EM1 Printed in China FILTER# : HWF100 (2) FILTER TYPE : WICK FILTER REPLACEMENT ACCESSORIES PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS P L E A S E R E A D A N D S AV E T H E S E I M P O R TA N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S 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. 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 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 its electrical outlet. Failure to heed this warning may cause personal injury. Be sure to unplug the unit by 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 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 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 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 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 humidifier requires daily and weekly maintenance to operate appropriately. Refer to daily and weekly cleaning procedures. Use only cleaners and additives recommended by the manufacturer. 17.NEVER use detergents, gasoline, glass cleaner, furniture polish, paint 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 F E AT U R E S - O P E R AT I O N S 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. NOTE: In Manual Mode, only the LOW or HIGH power light will be lit. CLEANING/MAINTENANCE R E P L A C I N G / S T O R A G E T H E F I LT E R Through normal use, waterborne minerals and sediment become trapped in the wick filters. The harder your water, the greater the amount of minerals in the water, and the more often you will need to change your filters. You will be able to monitor the life of Figure 3 the filters in your humidifier by checking the FilterCheck® Indicator. When the unit is off, the FilterCheck® 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 be changed, see Figure 3. When the needle is in the grey/black (CHANGE) section, this means the proper 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 should replace your filters. It is important to change your filters as indicated to obtain stated performance level. 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%. 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 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 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. REPLACING THE FILTERS DAILY MAINTENANCE SmartTouch Humidistat Instructions: TM PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SA ...