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 RTA N T S A F E T Y I N S T R U C T I O N S
F E AT U R E S - O P E R AT I O N S
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be taken including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using this appliance.
2. Use fan only for purposes described in the instruction manual.
3. To protect against electrical shock do not immerse unit,
plug or cord in water or spray with liquids and plug the
appliance directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet.
4. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is
used by or near children.
5. Unplug from outlet when not in use, when moving
fan from one location to another, before putting on
or taking off parts and before cleaning.
6. Avoid contact with moving parts.
7. Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or
flammable fumes.
8. To avoid fire hazard, NEVER place the cord under
rugs or any parts near an open flame, cooking or
other heating appliance.
9. Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord
or plug after the appliance malfunctions, or has been
dropped/damaged in any manner. Discard fan or
return to an authorized service facility for
examination and/or repair.
10. Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with
throw rugs, runner, or similar coverings. Do not route cord
under furniture or appliances. Arrange cord away from
traffic area and where it will not be tripped over.
11. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by
the appliance manufacturer may cause hazards.
12. Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table,
counter or come in contact with hot surfaces or leave
exposed to high traffic areas.
13. Do not use outdoors.
14. To disconnect, grip plug and pull from wall outlet.
Never yank on cord.
15. Always use on a dry, level surface.
16. Do not operate fan until fully assembled with all
parts properly in place.
17. This product is intended for household use ONLY and
not for commercial or industrial applications.
18.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not use this fan with any solid-state speed
control device.
19. This product employs overload protection (fuse). A
blown fuse indicates an overload or short-circuit
situation. If the fuse blows, unplug the product from
the outlet. Replace the fuse as per the user servicing
instructions (follow product marking for proper fuse
rating) and check the product. If the replacement fuse
blows, a short circuit may be present and the product
should be discarded or returned to an authorized
service facility for examination and/or repair.
PLEASE READ AND SAVE
THESE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE:
MAKE SURE YOU REMOVE ALL CONTENTS OF THE
PACKAGE. PLEASE CHECK PACKAGING MATERIALS FOR
PARTS THAT COULD BE REQUIRED TO OPERATE YOUR FAN.
The window fan comes fully assembled and is ready for
immediate installation.
This window fan has been designed to fit double-hung
windows with minimum openings of 25 inches (63 cm)
wide and 12 inches (30 cm) high.
NOTE:
THIS FAN IS DESIGNED AND RECOMMENDED FOR
USE WITH A SCREEN IN THE WINDOW.
Window Fan Installation
1. Align the Window Fan horizontally in the window with
the controls facing you and the Built-In Extender
Panel to the right.
2. Set the fan into your window opening (note that in
most cases the window screen does not have to be
removed or left open).
3. If the fan does not fit snugly to the left and right of
the window casing, pull out the Built-In Extender
Panel (H) until the fan sits safely in your window.
4. If the fan still does not fit snugly attach the Slider
Safe
®
Extender Panel located in the polyfoam
packaging in the original box. Align the slot in the
Slider Safe
®
Extender Panel along the tab located on
the left side of your Window Fan (G). Slide the Slider
Safe
®
Extender Panel completely down the tab until it
is flush on both the top and bottom of the Window Fan.
5. To keep the fan in place, carefully close the window
so that the bottom edge of the window rests on the
flat area on the top of the fan.
For Slider Windows
1. Set the Fan vertically in your window opening with
the left side of the fan situated on the bottom and
the Built-In Extender Panel on top.
2. Set the fan into your window opening (note that in
most cases the window screen does not have to be
removed or left open).
3. If the fan does not fit snugly to the top and bottom
of the window casing, attach the Slider Safe
®
Extender Panel and adjust the built-in extender
screen until the fan fits securely in your window.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
• Make sure rotary switches are in the OFF position.
• Plug into 120V AC electric outlet.
• Set the individual fan motors on either INTAKE,
EXHAUST or AIR EXCHANGE using the control level.
• To start the unit, turn the Left/Right Fan Speed
Controls to desired speed (HI,MED,LO). Note: If unit
will not start, please check that Comfort Control
Thermostat is set to HI/largest dot.
• When operating both fans on EXHAUST, set the Comfort
Control Thermostat all the way to high by turning the
dial CLOCKWISE (to the right) toward the largest dot.
COMFORT CONTROL THERMOSTAT
INSTRUCTIONS
Your window fan is equipped with a Comfort Control
Thermostat that automatically turns the fan on and off
depending on your preset comfort level.
• For the fan to turn on, the thermostat must be set at
a temperature higher than the current room
temperature. If the fan power is
on but the fan blade(s) aren't
moving, turn the Comfort Control
Thermostat dial to the right until
the fan blade(s) spin.
• To set your desired comfort level,
run the fan until the temperature
in your room is comfortable. Slowly turn the Comfort
Control Thermostat dial to the left until the fan blades
turn off. This is the temperature your fan will maintain.
IMPORTANT:
If you desire continuous running of
the fan, the Comfort Control Thermostat dial should
be turned all the way to the right to the largest dot.
•
WARNING:
BE SURE FAN IS SECURELY INSTALLED
IN YOUR WINDOW AT ALL TIMES. DO NOT LEAN OR
PUSH ON FAN WHILE IT IS IN THE WINDOW.
CLEANING/MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Follow these instructions to correctly and safely care for
your Holmes window fan. Please remember:
REPLACEABLE FUSE
If your (5 Amp, 125 Volt) replaceable fuse blows, please
order a new fuse at 1-800-546-5637. Follow the below
instructions to replace the fuse on the plug.
User Servicing Instructions
1. Unplug your fan. Grasp plug and remove from the
receptacle or other outlet device. Do not unplug by
pulling on cord.
2. Open fuse cover, located on the top of the plug, by
using your thumb or a flathead screwdriver to slide
the cover down towards the prongs.
NOTE:
Ensure that fuse
cover is completely open
before attempting to
remove fuse.
3. Remove fuse carefully by
using a small screwdriver
to pry the fuse out of the
compartment by the metal
ends of the fuse. (see
Figure 2)
4. Place plug on a solid, flat surface. Insert new 5 Amp,
125 Volt fuse into fuse compartment and use a small
screwdriver to secure the metal ends of the fuse into
the compartment.
CAUTION:
Risk of fire. Replace fuse only with 5
Amp, 125 Volt fuse.
5. Slide fuse cover closed completely. If fuse cover is
difficult to close, make sure fuse is secured in place
completely by pressing down on metal ends of the fuse.
6. Risk of fire. Do not replace attachment plug. Contains
a safety device (fuse) that should not be removed.
Discard product if the attachment plug is damaged.
FAN CLEANING
• Always unplug the fan before cleaning or disassembling.
• Do not allow water to drip on or enter into the fan
housing.
• Be sure to use a soft cloth moistened with mild soap
solution.
• Do not use gasoline, thinner or benzene as a cleaner.
Fan Blade and Front Grill Cleaning
1. Using a phillips head screwdriver, remove the screws
that hold the front and rear grills together. Do not
completely detach the grills as this may damage the
extender clips. Separate only enough to gain access
to the blades with one hand.
2. Clean blades and grills with a soft, moist cloth (see
above).
3. Securely fasten the grills together.
FAN STORAGE
For all window fans, and fans that come already assembled.
• It is important to keep it in a safe, dry location.
• We recommend using the original (or appropriately
sized) box.
• Please remember to protect the fan from dust or moisture.
WINDOW FAN ACCESSORIES
C L E A N I N G / M A I N T E N A N C E
I N S T R U C T I O N S
Intake
Intake
Exhaus
t
Exhaust
Off
High
Mediu
m
Low
A. Left Fan Speed Control
B. Left Fan Exhaust Switch
C. Comfort Control Thermostat Knob
D. Right Fan Exhaust Switch
E. Right Fan Speed Control
F. Locking Tabs
G. Slider Safe
®
Extender Tab
H. Built-In Extender Panel
FIGURE 1
HAWF2041 10/05
HAWF2041 10/05
A
B
C
H
F
D
E
G
COMFORT CONTROL
Window Fan
Extender Panel
To order please go to www.
holmesproducts.com or call
1-800-546-5637
THIS APPLIANCE HAS A POLARIZED PLUG (one blade is wider than the
other). To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug is intended to fit in
a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the
outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician to install the proper outlet.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFY THIS PLUG OR DEFEAT THIS
SAFETY FEATURE IN ANY WAY.
Figure 2
Fuse
Metal ends
Fuse cover
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