Vicks VUL520 Series User Manual

Instructions for Disinfecting
Follow Steps 1-3 in Scale Removal Instructions in previous section.
For Step 4: Add ½ tsp of bleach to ½ gallon (1.9L) of water and add to Water Tank. Replace
Tank Cap. Swish solution around in Tank. Place Tank on Base. Bleach solution will drain into
Water Reservoir and will disinfect Water Reservoir and other components as they soak.
NOTE: Using more than 1 tsp. of bleach per gallon of water may result in damage to your humidifier.
See steps 5-7 in Scale Removal Instructions in previous section to complete Disinfecting process.
NOTE: DO NOT mix vinegar and bleach solutions together. Scale Removal and Disinfecting
must be done separately.
Step 4
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Follow the CLEANING instructions when the humidifier will not be used for at least one week, or at
the end of the season.
At the end of the season, remove any accessories used with the humidifier and allow the humidifier
and accessories to dry completely before storing.
DO NOT store with water inside the Base, Water Reservoir or Tank.
Pack unit safely and store in a cool, dry location.
Mail questions or comments to:
Kaz USA, Inc.
Consumer Relations Dept.
250 Turnpike Road, Southborough, MA 01772
TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS CONTACT CONSUMER RELATIONS
Please be sure to specify model number.
Call us toll-free at: 1-800-VAPOR-1-2
E-mail: consumerrelations@kaz.com
Or visit our website at: www.kaz.com
Consumer Relations
End-Of-Season Care And Storage
The Vicks VUL520 Series model is rated at 120V, 60 Hz.
NOTE: IF YOU EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM, PLEASE CONTACT CONSUMER RELATIONS FIRST OR SEE
YOUR WARRANTY. DO NOT RETURN THE HUMIDIFIER TO THE ORIGINAL PLACE OF PURCHASE. DO
NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE BASE OR TAMPER WITH POWER KNOB YOURSELF, DOING SO MAY
VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT OR PERSONAL INJURY.
Electrical Ratings
Troubleshooting
Solution
• Plug unit in
• Check home circuits, fuses,
test outlet
• Fill Water Tank with cool water
• Place on a level surface
• Clean Nebulizer (refer to
Weekly Care & Cleaning
instructions)
• Turn the Power Knob to
increase output
• Rinse thoroughly with clean
water until there is no foam or
smell of cleaning solution
• Check the Tank for any cracks
or damage. and replace if
necessary
• Close Tank Cap to lock position
• Check to see if Cap Seal is
attached to Tank Cap. If not,
contact Consumer Relations
• Decrease mist output to
lower setting or open door
to the room
• Move humidifier away from
wall or point Mist Outlet away
from wall or window
If your humidifier is not working properly, refer to the following:
Problem
Power Knob is turned
“on (o)” and the power
light is off
Power is on and little or
no mist is produced
Water overflows
from Reservoir
Condensation forms around
humidifier or on windows
and walls
Possible Cause
• Unit not plugged in
• No power at outlet
• No water in tank
• Unit is not level
• Mineral deposits on Nebulizer
• Power setting may be too low
• Water Tank or Base were
washed with detergent
• Tank may be damaged
• Tank Cap is not tight
• Tank Cap Seal may be missing
• Mist Intensity is set too high
for room size or
pre-existing humidity level
• Humidifier may be too close
to wall or window
NOTE: Failure to keep this unit clean from mineral deposits normally contained in any water supply
will affect the efficiency of operation of this unit. Customer failure to follow these instructions may
void the warranty.
Weekly Cleaning (Continued)

Vicks VUL520 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Vicks
Model	VUL520 Series
Category	Humidifier
Language	English