Verilux Original VD01 User manual

VD01

Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the Verilux Original Natural
Spectrum® Desk Lamp. You have received a quality
product, backed by a one-year limited warranty. As a
Verilux customer, your satisfaction means everything
to us. We look forward to serving you now and in the
future.
Many other healthy lighting products are available
through our
catalog and online. Visit us on the web at
www.verilux.com
to request a free catalog and learn
more about all our quality Verilux products, or call our
toll-free number 1-800-454-4408.
Have a Bright Day!
Nicholas Harmon
President, Verilux, Inc.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing the Original Natural Spectrum® Desk Lamp. Please
read the following safety information before using. To reduce the risk of fire,
electrical shock, or injury to persons:
• Do NOT dismantle.
• Do NOT alter power cord.
• Turn off/unplug and allow to cool before replacing bulb or cleaning.
Important Safety Instructions
Warnings and Precautions
• For indoor use only.
• The lamp is an electrical device. DO NOT USE NEAR WATER.
• Before plugging in the lamp, check to make sure the voltage of the
wall socket does not exceed 120 volts.
• Not for use with light dimmers, timers, motion detectors or extension
cords.
• This product may cause interference with radios, cordless
telephones or devices that use a wireless remote control, such as
televisions. If interference occurs, move the product away from the
device, plug the product or device into a different outlet or move the
lamp out of the line of sight of the remote control receiver.
• Unplug from electrical outlet for extended periods of non-use or
during lightning storms to ensure protection of the electronics.
• WARNING: Do NOT use lubricating agent in assembly; please see
troubleshooting section if you are having difficulty assembling your
lamp.
• WARNING: Do not use the lamp outside or in wet locations such as
bathrooms. It is intended for indoor, dry use only.
• WARNING: This product contains Mercury in the bulb. Dispose of
bulb per local regulations.

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Avertissements et Précautions
• Pour usage intérieur seulement.
• La lampe est un dispositif électrique. NE PAS UTILISER PRÈS DE
L’EAU.
• Avant de brancher la lampe, vérifier que la tension de la prise murale
ne dépasse pas 120 volts.
• Ne pas utiliser avec des gradateurs de lumière, des minuteries, des
détecteurs de mouvement ou des rallonges.
• Ce produit peut causer des interférences avec des radios, des
téléphones sans fil ou des appareils utilisant une télécommande
sans fil, telle qu’une télévision.
• Si des interférences se produisent, éloigner le produit de l’appareil,
brancher le produit ou l’appareil dans une autre prise ou encore
déplacer la lampe hors de la ligne de visée du détecteur de
télécommande.
• Débrancher de la prise électrique lorsque le produit ne sert pas
pendant de longues périodes ou lors d’orages électriques afin
d’assurer la protection des pièces électroniques.
• AVERTISSEMENT : Ne PAS utiliser de produit lubrifiant lors de
l’assemblage; voir la section de dépannage en cas de difficulté lors
de l’assemblage de la lampe.
• AVERTISSEMENT : Ne pas utiliser la lampe à l’extérieur ou dans
des endroits humides, telle qu’une salle de bain. La lampe doit être
uniquement utilisée à l’intérieur et dans un endroit sec.
• AVERTISSEMENT : Ce produit contient du mercure dans son
ampoule. Suivre les règlements locaux pour la mise au rebut de
l’ampoule.

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HEADERGetting Started
Main Parts & Controls
A. Lamp Head
B. Gooseneck
C. Lamp Base
D. Power Cord
E. Polarized Plug
F. Parabolic Grid Diffuser
G. Bulb
H. High/Off/Low Switch
A
CE
D
B
G
Close-up of Lamp Head
H
F
A

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HEADERSet-up Instructions
To prevent damage during shipping, the Verilux® bulb is surrounded
by protective padding. Carefully remove and dispose of the protective
padding. Check to ensure that the bulb is fully seated and has not
come loose from the socket during shipping. There should be no gap
between the bulb and socket.
Attaching the Parabolic Grid Diffuser:
1. Remove grid diffuser from protective plastic bag.
2. Insert plastic pegs at bottom of grid diffuser into openings near the
bulb socket.
3. Snap tab into place.
4. Plug lamp into an outlet and turn it on. If bulb does not illuminate
instantly, please refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual.

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HEADERBulb Replacement Instructions
Correctly seated bulb Incorrectly seated bulb
C
B
A
C
B
A
No
gap
Notice
large gap
D
Installation
1. Unplug the lamp from power source.
2. Firmly hold the base (B) and push bulb (C)
into the socket (A).
3. Be sure the bulb is firmly seated in the
socket (see below) and snapped into the
metal bulb clip (D).
4. Replace grid diffuser.
Removal
1. Unplug the lamp from the power source.
2. To access to the bulb, remove the grid
diffuser by depressing the tab and lifting it
out (see page 6).
3. Firmly hold the bulb base (B) and pull
the bulb (C) from the socket (A) in
an outward motion.
NO
YES
CAUTION: ALWAYS UNPLUG LAMP BEFORE PERFORMING BULB
REPLACEMENT OR INSTALLATION.
MISE EN GARDE : TOUJOURS DÉBRANCHER LA LAMPE AVANT DE
REMPLACER OU DE POSER L’AMPOULE.

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Troubleshooting
Before requesting service on your Verilux® lamp, please read the
following:
• Make sure all power connectors, cords and plugs are inserted fully
and securely.
• Be sure the bulb is securely seated into the socket (see page 7).
• Make sure there is power to the wall outlet or try another outlet.
• CAUTION: DISCONNECT LAMP BEFORE PERFORMING
ALIGNMENT ACTIVITY. MISE EN GARDE : DÉBRANCHER LA
LAMPE AVANT D’EFFECTUER SON ALIGNEMENT. Correct alignment
with screw holes can be accomplished by following these steps:
1. Always start with the base and work your way up the shaft,
attaching the head last.
2. Place your foot on the base of the lamp on the floor.
3. While holding the shaft with your hand, gently rock the unit back
and forth.
4. Shaft should ease into the socket and the screw holes will align.
Be sure the bulb is securely seated into the socket, repeat the bulb
installation process. CAUTION: DISCONNECT LAMP FROM OUTLET
PRIOR TO REPEATING THE BULB INSTALLATION PROCESS. MISE EN
GARDE : DÉBRANCHER LA LAMPE DE LA PRISE DE COURANT AVANT
DE POSER UNE NOUVELLE AMPOULE.

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Care & Cleaning
Your lamp is made from high quality materials that will last for many
years with minimum care. You may want to periodically clean the lamp
using a mild non-abrasive cleaner and soft cloth. When cleaning, make
sure you have turned off and unplugged the unit, allowing sufficient
time for the unit to cool. All liquid should be properly wiped away and
dried prior to restoring power.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE SOLVENTS OR CLEANERS CONTAINING
ABRASIVES, OR AMMONIA BASED CLEANERS.
MISE EN GARDE : NE PAS UTILISER DE SOLVANTS NI DE
NETTOYANTS CONTENANT DES ABRASIFS OU DE L’AMMONIAQUE.
WARNING: All moisture should be properly wiped away and dried prior
to restoring power.
AVERTISSEMENT : Toute humidité doit être essuyée et séchée avant
de remettre la lampe sous tension.

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One Year Limited Warranty
ATTENTION! ONCE OPENED, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE
STORE WHERE IT WAS PURCHASED FOR REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT!
Many questions may be answered by visiting www.verilux.com, or you may call our
Customer Service Department at 800-786-6850 during normal business hours.
This limited warranty is provided by: Verilux, Inc., 340 Mad River Park, Waitsfield, VT 05673
Verilux warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a
period of one year from the date of the original retail purchase from Verilux or an authorized
Verilux distributor. Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims. During the
limited warranty period, Verilux, Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace defective parts of
this product, at no charge to the customer, subject to the following limitations: This limited
warranty does not include any postage, freight, handling, insurance or delivery fees. This
warranty does not cover damage, defect or failure caused by or resulting from accident,
external destruction, alteration, modification, abuse, misuse or misapplication of this
product.
This warranty does not cover damage to the product resulting from return shipping or
handling. The use of shipping insurance is recommended to help protect your product.
Return Authorization is required for all returns. To obtain a Return Authorization, please
contact the Verilux Customer Service Department at 800-786-6850.
If, during the first year of ownership, this product fails to operate properly, it should be
returned as specified at www.verilux.com/warrantyreplacement or as instructed by a Verilux
customer service representative at 800-786-6850.
Note: Verilux recommends using a quality surge suppressor on all electronics equipment.
Voltage variations and spikes can damage electronic components in any system. A quality
suppressor can eliminate the vast majority of failures attributed to surges and may be
purchased at electronics stores.
Due to ongoing improvements, actual product may have slight variations from the product described in this manual.
Please visit our website at www.verilux.com or call our Customer Service Department at
1-800-786-6850
Representatives are available Monday — Friday, 9am — 5pm EST
340 Mad River Park, Waitsfield, VT 05673