VICKS VUL525/545 Filter Free Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier User Manual

VICKS VUL525/545 Filter Free Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier

This humidifier adds water vapor to the surrounding air which may help the user breathe better.
If you have any questions about the operation of your Vicks Filter Free Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier, call our toll-free Consumer Relations line at 1-800-VAPOR-1-2 or e-mail us at ConsumerRelations@HelenofTroy.com

Important Safety Instructions

READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, BASIC PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND INJURY TO PERSONS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:

1. The appliance should ALWAYS be placed on a firm, flat, waterproof surface at least four feet (1.2 m) away from bedside, 12 inches (30 cm) from the wall and out of reach of patients, children and pets. Be sure the appliance is in a stable position and the power cord is away from heated surfaces and out of the way to prevent the humidifier from being a tripping hazard.
2. The appliance should not be left unattended in a closed room. Leave room door partly open. DO NOT aim Mist Outlet directly at walls, furniture and bedding.
3. Before using the appliance, extend the cord and inspect for any signs of damage. DO NOT use the unit if the cord has been damaged. DO NOT operate with power cord coiled or twist tie in place.
4. The appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) as a safety feature. This plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. DO NOT attempt to defeat this safety feature.
5. To avoid fire or electric shock hazard, plug the appliance directly into a 120V AC electrical outlet. To avoid risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury, DO NOT use an extension cord or power strip.
6. The appliance should ALWAYS be unplugged and emptied when not in operation or while being cleaned. Shut off and unplug humidifier before moving. DO NOT move or tilt humidifier while it is in operation. Plug and unplug unit with dry hands. NEVER pull by cord.
7. Appliance requires regular cleaning. Refer to and follow cleaning instructions.
8. DO NOT operate outdoors; this appliance is intended for indoor residential use only.
9. DO NOT cover or insert objects into any openings on the unit.
10. DO NOT attempt to repair or adjust any electrical or mechanical functions on this appliance. Doing so will void your warranty.
11. DO NOT place in direct sunlight, high temperature areas or near computers or sensitive electronic equipment.
12. DO NOT touch the nebulizer while the unit is plugged in as burns could result.
13. DO NOT touch skin with exposed VapoPad or place VapoPad on furniture, fabric, bedding or plastic.
14. DO NOT add any medications or essential oils (e.g. Kaz Inhalant or Vicks VapoSteam) into Mist Outlet, Base, Water Reservoir or Water Tank.

Getting to Know Your Vicks VUL525/545 Series Humidifiers

How it Works

Water is released from the Water Tank into the Reservoir. A Nebulizer vibrates at ultrasonic frequency, breaking the water into a fine mist. The mist is quietly propelled by a fan up a vertical Mist Chamber to the Mist Outlet where the cool, visible mist enters the room. This humidifier will shut off when the water level is low or when the Tank is removed from the Base.

Components

1. Mist Nozzle
2. Tank Handle (Back of Unit)
3. Mist Outlet
4. Water Tank
5. Base
6. Power Knob
7. VapoPad Door
8. Tank Cap
9. Gasket
10. Plunger
11. Reservoir
12. Nebulizer

VUL525/VUL545 Series Accessories (Not Included)

The following optional accessories work great with your humidifier.

Vicks VapoPads (One menthol VapoPad sample included)
Use Vicks VapoPads with your humidifier for soothing vapors. Enjoy up to 8 hours of soothing comfort per pad. Choose from three scents: Soothing Menthol Vapors, Comforting Sleepy Time Comfort (eucalyptus, rosemary, and lavender), and Calming Vapors (menthol and lavender).
Protec® Antimicrobial Cleaning Products (Not Included)
These products feature an antimicrobial, Aquastat®, that helps keep your humidifier cleaner, longer. Simply drop in the tank for fresh, cleaner mist! Benefits of using these products include:

• Kills up to 99% of odor causing bacteria
• Keeps cleaning for up to 30 days
• Contains no harmful chemicals

Setting Up Your Humidifier

Unpack the Humidifier
Keep this Owner’s Manual for reference

• Remove packaging materials. Remove twist-tie from the power cord and extend power cord to full length.
• Place on a firm, level, water-resistant surface a minimum of 12” (30cm) from any walls. Must should be directed away from any walls, bedding and furniture.

Hard Water and White Dust

• High mineral content in your water, also known as hard water, may cause a white mineral residue to accumulate on surfaces in the room near the humidifier. This mineral residue is commonly referred to as white dust. The higher the mineral content (hardness) of your water, the greater the potential that an ultrasonic humidifier may produce white dust.
• White dust is not a result of a defect or flaw in the humidifier. It is a result of the amount of minerals suspended in the water you are using.
• To reduce white dust, use distilled water or a Protec PDC51V2 Demineralization Cartridge available through Consumer Relations; see back of this manual.

Filling/Refilling

NOTE: Tank should be carried using two hands. One hand using the carrying handle located on tank top and the other hand supporting the base of the tank.
Helen of Troy will not accept responsibility for property damage caused by water spillage.
VUL525 holds 1/2 gallon (1.9L) of water and VUL545 holds 1 gallon (3.8L) of water (tank and reservoir combined).

Filling
Always turn the humidifier off before removing the Water Tank.

1. Remove Water Tank and turn upside down. Remove Tank Cap by turning counterclockwise (left).
   Fill Tank with cool water. DO NOT fill with warm or hot water.

2. Replace Tank Cap by turning clockwise (right), aligning arrow to lock symbol. Be sure Gasket is in place.

3. Place Tank on Base. Water will drain from the Tank into the Reservoir when the Plunger is engaged.

Using Your Humidifier

NOTE: Position humidifier to direct mist output away from walls, furniture and bedding.

1. With the Power Knob in the OFF position , plug the humidifier into a polarized 120V outlet.
   CAUTION: TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT PLUG HUMIDIFIER INTO AN OUTLET WITH WET HANDS.

2. Turn Power Knob to the right to turn on, then turn to left or right to set desired mist level.

3. Humidity Level: When a comfortable humidity level is reached, turn Power Knob to a lower setting.

A comfortable humidity level is between 40-60%. Consider using a humidity monitor to display current room humidity and temperature.
CONDENSATION: If you notice condensation on the walls, windows or around the humidifier, the humidity level is too high. Open doors to the room or turn off humidifier until humidity level drops.

Mist Outlet
This humidifier features a directional Mist Outlet. Use this feature to direct the mist where you want it most.
The Outlet will rotate up to 180º.

Using Vicks VapoPads

Your humidifier can be used with Vicks VapoPads to provide up to 8 hours of soothing vapors. One free sample of the Vicks Soothing Menthol VapoPad is included with your humidifier. To use your unit with Vicks VapoPads:

1. Open VapoPad Door by pressing the button.
2. Open VapoPad by tearing notch on pad bag. DO NOT touch pad with hands. If pad is touched DO NOT rub face or eyes as it may cause irritation.
3. Insert Vicks VapoPad with angled end facing towards the product. Push pads into VapoPad Slot. Close door.
4. After 8 hours, discard VapoPad. Push button to eject VapoPads.
   To continue using VapoPads, repeat steps 1-4.

VapoPad Recommended Usage:

• Not recommended for infants under 10 lbs (4.5 kg).
• For children between 10-22 lbs (4.5-10 kg ) do not use more than 2 pads in a 24 hr period. Scent Pad Ingredients: VSP-19, VSP-19-CAN: Eucalyptus Oil, Menthol, Glycol, Cedar Leaf Oil & Others

Using The Demineralization Cartridge: This humidifier has been designed to be used with the Protec PDC51V2 or PDC51CV2 Demineralization Cartridge (not included). In hard water areas, use of distilled water or a demineralization cartridge with tap water will help minimize the production of white dust. Cartridges can be ordered through Consumer Relations; see back of this manual.

Daily Maintenance
For best results, use fresh clean water every day.

Weekly Cleaning

To properly clean your humidifier we recommend the separate processes of Scale Removal and Disinfecting shown below. These two processes must be performed separately.
All maintenance should be done in the kitchen or bathroom on a water resistant surface near a faucet. DO NOT wash any components of this humidifier in the dishwasher.
Instructions for Scale Removal

1. Turn off and unplug the humidifier.
2. Remove Water Tank from Base. Remove Tank Cap, taking care that the rubber Cap Gasket does not come off. Empty water from Water Tank and Base.
3. If Antimicrobial Cleaning Product is installed, remove Antimicrobial Cleaning Product and set aside. DO NOT clean Antimicrobial Cleaning Product. This will damage the Antimicrobial Cleaning Product.
4. Add 2 cups of undiluted distilled white vinegar to Water Tank. Replace Tank Cap and swish vinegar solution around in Tank. Place Tank on Base. Vinegar solution will drain into Water Reservoir and loosen mineral buildup (scale) on Nebulizer and Float as they soak in the solution. It will also loosen scale on bottom of Water Tank.
5. Soak for 15-20 minutes.
6. After soaking, unlock Tank Cap and pour solution out in sink. Pour solution from Water Reservoir out in sink. Wipe Nebulizer and Float with soft cloth to remove loosened mineral deposits.
7. Rinse Water Reservoir and Water Tank until smell of vinegar (for Scale Removal process) or bleach solution (for Disinfecting process) is gone. Make sure water does not enter the fan opening (vented opening on right side of Reservoir) or Power Knob.
   CAUTION: DO NOT SUBMERGE BASE IN WATER. DOING SO WILL DAMAGE THE HUMIDIFIER AND VOID THE WARRANTY.

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 Tank. Replace
Tank Cap. Swish solution around in Tank. Place Tank on Base. Bleach solution will drain into Reservoir and will disinfect Reservoir and other components as they soak.
NOTE: Using more than ½ tsp of bleach to ½ 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.

End-Of-Season Care And Storage

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 accesories to dry completely before storing.
DO NOT store with water inside the Base, Reservoir or Tank.
Pack unit safely and store in a cool, dry location.

Consumer Relations

TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS CONTACT CONSUMER RELATIONS
Call us toll-free at: 1-800-VAPOR-1-2 (1-800-827-6712)
E-mail: ConsumerRelations@HelenofTroy.com
Or visit our website at: www.VicksHumidifiers.com
Please be sure to specify model number VUL525 or VUL545.

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.

Troubleshooting

If your humidifier is not working properly, refer to the following:

Specifications

Electrical Ratings
The Vicks VUL525 and VUL545 models are rated at 120V, 60Hz., 25W.
This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC rules.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limits for Consumer ISM equipment, pursuant to Part 18 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference with radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help.

2 Year Limited Warranty

YOU SHOULD FIRST READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THIS PRODUCT.

• A. This 2 year limited warranty applies to repair or replacement of product found to be defective in material or workmanship. This warranty does not apply to damage resulting from commercial, abusive, unreasonable use or supplemental damage. Defects that are the result of normal wear and tear will not be considered manufacturing defects under
  this warranty. KAZ IS NOT LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY. Some 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 exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of this product from the original date of purchase.

• B. At its option, Kaz will repair or replace this product if it is found to be defective in material or workmanship.

• C. This warranty does not cover damage resulting from any unauthorized attempts to repair or from any use not in accordance with the instruction manual.

• D. This warranty does not cover the filters, pre-filters, UV bulbs or other accessories (if included) except for material or workmanship defects.

Call us toll-free at 1-800-827-6712 or e-mail: ConsumerRelations@HelenofTroy.com
Please be sure to specify a model number.
NOTE: IF YOU EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM, PLEASE CONTACT CONSUMER RELATIONS FIRST OR SEE YOUR WARRANTY. DO NOT RETURN THE PRODUCT TO THE ORIGINAL PLACE OF PURCHASE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPEN THE MOTOR HOUSING YOURSELF, DOING SO MAY VOID YOUR WARRANTY AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT OR PERSONAL INJURY.

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