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SETTING THE THERMOSTAT

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THESE IMPORTANT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always

be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury  to per-

sons, 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 The Holmes Group

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 open-

ings 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.

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THESE IMPORTANT 

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 fan/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.

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.

PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CLEANING/MAINTENANCE

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1.  For heater operation, please set the Thermostat all the way to HI.

(See fig. #1)

2.  Slide the Selector Control to desired HI (1500W).

3.  For fan-only operation, without any heat output, slide the Selector

Control to the FAN setting.

4.  The Power Light will remain lit during operation.

During Season Care:

Always unplug the heater, before moving or cleaning.
1.  Carefully wipe the unit with a soft, damp cloth. Please be very cau-

tious near the motor and heating elements.

2.  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.

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 appli-

ances in the same outlet.  At 1500 Watts, this unit draws 12.5 Amps.

ILLUSTRATIONS

A. POWER LIGHT
B. MODE CONTROL
C. THERMOSTAT
D. OSCILLATION

SWITCH

E. CARRY GRIP
F. OSCILLATION

BASE

Figure

A B C D

E

F

TROUBLESHOOTING

If your heater fails to operate:

• 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 thermostat might be set too low. Turn the thermostat knob clock-

wise until the heater restarts. 

•  Make sure selector is in the HI setting.

Please DO NOT attempt to open or repair the heater.  

Please see the Warranty for Service Instructions.

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. Slide the Control Setting Mode to the OFF position.
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.

Summary of Contents for HFH091

Page 1: ...eading this owner s guide you have any questions or comments please call 1 800 5 HOLMES and a Customer Service Representative will be happy to assist you H nit his Desktop Heater with Thermostat PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS 0 ...

Page 2: ...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 Holmes Group 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 open ings may become blocked 15 To disconnect heate...

Page 3: ...near the motor and heating elements 2 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 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 t...

Page 4: ...5 HOLMES 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...

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