Leave this solution in the base for 20 minutes, while cleaning 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 Tanks: 1. Fill Humidifier Base with 2 gallons of water and 1/2 teaspoon of chlorine bleach. 2. Fill each tank 1/2 full with water and 1 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 Tanks after 20 minutes, and rinse with water until you cannot detect any bleach smell. Dry with a clean cloth or paper towel. 5. Check the Filter Change™ Indicator to see if it is time to replace the filter. Depending on the water hardness in your area, it may be necessary to change the filter every 1-2 months. Re-insert the wick filter into the filter support. 6. Refill the water tanks as directed with cool tap water, replace the humidifier housing, and turn the Control Knob to ON. TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLE PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION Mist output minimal to none. Filter has not absorbed water. Wait 15 minutes before starting humidifier. Mineral buildup in tray. Regular cleaning of tray after each use will help keep the unit functioning properly. Humidistat is set too low. Turn the humidistat knob up. Filter needs to be replaced. Replace your filter (HWF75) by calling 1-800-5-HOLMES, or visit Normal Depending on the humidity setting this may be normal. Water leaks from tank. Rubber tank ring is missing Remove tank cap then replace or or improperly placed. reposition ring. Cap not tight enough. Tighten the cap. Filter turns brown. Your filter needs to be changed. Replace your filter (HWF75) by calling 1-800-5-HOLMES, or visit Short filter life In areas with particular hard water your filter will need to be changed more frequently. Film on tank. Mineral deposits cause film on tank Use Cleanse Clean (S1710), to order call to buildup. 1-800-5-HOLMES, or visit Water cloudy. Filter needs to be replaced. Replace your filter (HWF75) by calling 1-800-5-HOLMES, or visit Using warm water to refill tank. Only use care products suggested by Holmes and cool water to refill tank. Unit cycles on/off. Humidifier is reacting to room humidity level. Set the humidistat to a higher, or lower setting. Very tight tank cap. Over tightened. Add liquid soap to cap gasket to ease opening. STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS When not using your humidifier for an extended period of time: 1. Dispose of the filter. 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 in-operable for the following season. 3. Place the humidifier in the original carton and store in a cool, dry place. 4. Order your Holmes replacement filter (HWF75) for next year’s use. REPLACEMENT ACCESSORIES (see included Humidifier Accessory Form) • Comfort Check hygrometer/thermometer Reads humidity and temperature levels – Digital HHG175: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$19.99 – Analog HHG150: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$12.99 • HWF75 Replacement Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$12.99 • SC1720 Cool Mist Care Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$14.99 (Complete care for your humidifier: One bottle each of S1705, 1708, 1710) Individual Bottles also available: • S1705 Water Treatment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5.99 • S1708 Bacteriostat Solution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5.99 • S1710 Cleanse Clean™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5.99 (plus shipping and handling) WARRANTY INFORMATION SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS 1. DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this unit. Doing so will void your warranty. 2. If you have any questions on operation or believe any form of repair is necessary, please call 1-800-5-HOLMES to speak with a Consumer Service Representative. 3. If you need to exchange this product within the first 30 days, please return the unit in it’s original carton, with a sales receipt to the store from where you purchased it. After 30 days please review your warranty information. If you have any questions or comments, or would like to order replacement accessories, please write or call us at: The Holmes Group, Inc. P.O. Box 769 Milford, MA 01757-0769 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. The quality controls used in the manufacture of this Holmes product are to ensure your satisfaction. B. This Warranty applies o...