Verilux SmartLight VD12 User manual

SmartLight™
The Lamp for Learning
Model: VD12

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Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the Verilux SmartLight™
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 us
toll-free at 1-800-454-4408.
Have a bright day!
Nicholas Harmon
President, Verilux, Inc.

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• Do not operate this device near a water source to avoid electrocution.
• Do NOT dismantle.
• Do not use with power supply voltage other than 120 VAC.
• Do not operate lamp in close proximity to flammable or combustible vapors,
such as aerosol spray products, or where oxygen is being administered.
• Do not block vents on ballast. Vents are necessary for proper function of the
ballast; blocking them may cause overheating of the ballast and increase
risk of fire.
• Do not cut or shorten the power cord.
• The bulb in this product contains a trace amount of mercury, a chemical
known to the state of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive
harm. This substance may also cause injury if inhaled or ingested.
• For indoor use only.
• Always unplug lamp before performing bulb replacement or installation.
• This lamp is not for use with light dimmers, timers, motion detectors,
voltage transformers 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 lamp during lightning storms or when unused for long periods.
• Be very careful not to pinch any part of the cord between any metal pieces.
• Do not use solvents or cleaners containing abrasives, or ammonia based
cleaners on this product.
• All moisture should be properly wiped away and dried prior to restoring
power.
• Do NOT use lubricating agent in assembly; please see troubleshooting
section if you are having difficulty assembling your lamp.
• Disconnect lamp before performing alignment activity.
• Dispose of bulbs per local regulations. For more information on clean-up
and disposal, see http://www.lamprecycle.org.
DANGER:
Important Safeguards
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
WARNING:
CAUTION:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Getting Started
Main Parts & Controls
A. Lamp Head
B. Gooseneck
C. Lamp Base
D. Bulb
E. On/Off Switch
B
A
C
E
D
Close-up of Lamp Head

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Set-up Instructions
How Light Enchanced Learning Works
Scientifically Tuned to the Human Eye™
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.
When it comes to maximizing study time, the SmartLight™ is an ideal
study partner. This lamp is designed with Verilux’s patented Natural
Spectrum® Daylight, a type of full spectrum lighting that replicates
key wavelengths of natural daylight, to help students read faster with
greater comprehension, study longer without eyestrain, and improve
productivity, focus and concentration. Research using full spectrum
lighting in a school setting resulted in significantly greater student
achievement when compared to other light sources. And naturally lit
study environments have also proven to positively impact students’
abilities to understand study materials, resulting in increased math
and reading test scores. The SmartLight combines over 50 years of
research to scientifically tune light to the needs of the human eye. At
home, college or office, the SmartLight is the perfect study partner.
The back of the human eye has light receptors, called cones and rods,
located in the retina. Cones respond to different color wavelengths and
rods handle depth perception and contrast.
Under typical interior lights the rods are not well stimulated, which can
cause visual fatigue. The SmartLight stimulates the rods to respond
more efficiently and provides optimal wavelengths for the cones
which helps you read faster with greater comprehension, study longer
without eye strain, and improve focus while studying.
With the SmartLight, your eyes can see superior color representation
as if you were outside and therefore can function with more clarity and
less effort.
We hope you enjoy the benefits of our longstanding efforts to create
the finest lamps and lighting in the world.

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Bulb Replacement Instructions
Removal
1. Unplug lamp from power source.
2. Firmly hold bulb base (B) and pull
bulb (C) from the socket (A) in
an outward motion.
Installation
1. Unplug lamp from power source.
2. Firmly hold base (B) and push bulb
(C) into the socket (A).
3. Be sure bulb is firmly seated in the
socket (see Fig. 1) and snapped
into the metal bulb clip (D).
No
gap
Notice
large gap
Correctly seated bulb Incorrectly seated bulb
YES NO
Fig. 1
C
C
B
B
A
A
D
CAUTION: ALWAYS UNPLUG LAMP BEFORE PERFORMING
BULB REPLACEMENT OR INSTALLATION.
CAUTION:

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HEADERTroubleshooting
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 6).
• Make sure there is power to the wall outlet or try another outlet.
PROBLEM CHECK SOLUTION
Light Won’t
Come On
Blackening/Darkening
at Ends of Bulb
Light Flickers
Has the plug come
loose?
Is the bulb old?
Is the bulb connected
securely into socket?
Is the bulb new?
Is the bulb old?
Has the plug come
loose?
Is the bulb connected
securely to the socket?
Is the lamp connected
to a dimmer switch?
Insert plug securely into wall outlet.
Check bulb for blackening/darkening at bottom of spiral where it joins the
base (an indicator of bulb life) and replace bulb.
Be sure the bulb is securely seated into socket, repeat the bulb
installation process.
Sometimes when a new bulb is turned on for the first time the tube will
darken, but this will fade after a few minutes.
With older bulbs, darkening of the tube indicates end of bulb life (this
doesn’t affect operation except to reduce the amount of light available
since the phosphor in that area has become inactive). Bulb replacement
is recommended.
Insert plug securely into wall outlet.
Connect lamp plug only to wall outlet without dimmer switch.
Be sure the bulb is securely seated into the socket, repeat the bulb
installation process. ALWAYS UNPLUG LAMP BEFORE
PERFORMING BULB REPLACEMENT OR INSTALLATION.
CAUTION:
WARNING: Do not block vents on ballast. Vents are necessary for
proper function of the ballast; blocking them may cause overheating of
the ballast and increase risk of fire.
WARNING:

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HEADERCare and 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 and allowed 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.
WARNING: All moisture should be properly wiped away and dried
prior to restoring power.
CAUTION:
CAUTION:

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