WEEKLY MAINTENANCE / STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
REPLACEMENT ACCESSORIES
PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
WA R R A N T Y I N F O R M AT I O N
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Distributed by Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions, Boca Raton, Florida 33431.
2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions or if in Canada, Sunbeam Corporation (Canada)
Limited doing business as Jarden Consumer Solutions (collectively “JCS”) warrants that for a period of two years from
the date of purchase, this product will be free from defects in material and workmanship. JCS, at its option, will repair
or replace this product or any component of the product found to be defective during the warranty period.
Replacement will be made with a new or remanufactured product or component. If the product is no longer available,
replacement may be made with a similar product of equal or greater value. This is your exclusive warranty. Do NOT
attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this product. Doing so will void this warranty.
This warranty is valid for the original retail purchaser from the date of initial retail purchase and is not transferable.
Keep the original sales receipt. Proof of purchase is required to obtain warranty performance. JCS dealers, service
centers, or retail stores selling JCS products do not have the right to alter, modify or any way change the terms and
conditions of this warranty.
This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts or damage resulting from any of the following: negligent use or
misuse of the product, use on improper voltage or current, use contrary to the operating instructions, disassembly,
repair or alteration by anyone other than JCS or an authorized JCS service center. Further, the warranty does not
cover: Acts of God, such as fire, flood, hurricanes and tornadoes.
What are the limits on JCS’s Liability?
JCS shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages caused by the breach of any express, implied or
statutory warranty or condition.
Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, any implied warranty or condition of merchantability or fitness for a
particular purpose is limited in duration to the duration of the above warranty.
JCS disclaims all other warranties, conditions or representations, express, implied, statutory or otherwise.
JCS shall not be liable for any damages of any kind resulting from the purchase, use or misuse of, or inability to use
the product including incidental, special, consequential or similar damages or loss of profits, or for any breach of
contract, fundamental or otherwise, or for any claim brought against purchaser by any other party.
Some provinces, states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages
or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from province to province,
state to state or jurisdiction to jurisdiction.
How to Obtain Warranty Service
In the U.S.A.
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call
1-800-546-5637 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you.
In Canada
If you have any question regarding this warranty or would like to obtain warranty service, please call
1-800-546-5637 and a convenient service center address will be provided to you.
In the U.S.A., this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Products, Inc. doing business Jarden Consumer Solutions located in
Boca Raton, Florida 33431. In Canada, this warranty is offered by Sunbeam Corporation (Canada) Limited doing
business as Jarden Consumer Solutions, located at 20 B Hereford Street, Brampton, Ontario L6Y 0M1. If you have any
other problem or claim in connection with this product, please write our Consumer Service Department.
PLEASE DO
NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO ANY OF THESE ADDRESSES OR TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE.
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Owner’s Guide
T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G
F R E Q U E N T LY A S K E D Q U E S T I O N S
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
QUESTIONS
ANSWER
HM3608
Cool Mist Humidifier
with Permanent Filter
INFO HOT-LINE: If, after reading this owner’s guide you have
any questions or comments, please call 1-800-546-5637 and a
Customer Service Representative will be happy to assist you.
WEEKLY MAINTENANCE
To Remove Scale:
1. Repeat steps 1-4 (refer to DAILY MAINTENCE).
2. Clean the base by partially filling the base with one 8- oz cups of undiluted white vinegar, or by using
Cleanse Clean
®
solution (model S1710) by the manufacturer. Leave this solution in the base for 20 minutes, 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. Fill humidifier base with 1/2 gallon of water and 1/2 teaspoon of chlorine bleach.
2. Fill each tank 1/2 full with water and 1/2 teaspoon of chlorine bleach.
3. Let the solution stand for 20 minutes, swishing every few minutes. 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. Refill the water tank as directed with cool tap water, replace the humidifier housing, and turn the unit on.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
If your humidifier will not be in use for two days or more, or at the end of the season follow these instructions.
1. Clean and dry the humidifier thoroughly as per the “Weekly Maintenance” instructions.
2. Let the humidifier dry completely before storing. Do not store with water inside the base or water tank.
3. Remove the tank cap. Do not store with the tank cap in place.
4. Follow Filter Washing Procedure before storage. Ensure that the filter is completely dry before being stored.
5. Store in a cool dry location.
REPLACEMENT ACCESSORIES
To order the replacement accessories you can do any of the following:
• Visit your local retailer
• Go to www.holmesproducts.com
• Call consumer service at 1-800-546-5637
The estimated run time for this humidifier is based on average room conditions. The
actual run time of your humidifier is dependent on numerous variables such as:
1. Air exchange in the room where the humidifier is placed.
2. Room construction where the humidifier is placed.
3. Temperature of the room where the humidifier is placed.
4. Humidity levels in the room where the humidifier is placed.
5. Movement of occupants and the opening and closing of doors in the room
where the humidifier is placed.
6. Home furnishings in the room where the humidifier is placed.
See Daily Maintenance instructions. Regular cleaning is recommended.
1. Run your unit on the lowest setting.
2. If your unit has electronics, set it to your desired humidity level. The unit will
turn on and off, which will extend the run time.
3. Fill the tank all the way full, place it on the base, let the water empty into
the base until it stops bubbling, then refill the tank full again. This ensures
maximum water capacity and will extend run time.
What are the variables that
affect run time?
How do I remove film on water tank?
How can I extend the run time?
TROUBLE
Unit does not turn on
Mist output minimal to none
Filter turns brown
FilterClean
TM
is not working
Humidifier continuously displays 21%
Humidifier continuously displays 90%
PROBABLE CAUSE
Not plugged in
Filter has not absorbed water
Your filter needs to be washed
In areas with particular hard water
your filter will need to be cleaned
frequently
Takes 60 minutes to register
Humidity at the humidifier is at or
below 21%
Humidity at the humidifier is at or
above 90%
SOLUTION
Plug in unit
Wait 30 minutes for filter to absorb water
Wash your filter (HWF75P / Part Number
7400001000489). Follow Filter Washing
Procedure located in manual
Use Cleanse Clean
®
solution (S1710),
to order call 1-800-546-5637, or visit
www.holmesproducts.com
Allow the humidifier to run
continuously for 60 minutes for the
FilterClean
TM
Indicator to reflect the
filter condition
Continue to operate humidifier to raise
the room humidity
Stop operating the humidifier if the
humidity level is too high
FILTER#: HWF75P
FILTER TYPE: PERMANENT WICK
TM
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