Vicks NaturalCare VUL530 Series User manual

VUL530
Series
Use And Care Manual
This humidifier adds water vapor to the surrounding air helping the user to breathe better. If you have
any questions about the operation of your Vicks NaturalCare™ Humidifier, call our toll-free Consumer
Relations line at 1-800-VAPOR-1-2 or e-mail us at [e-mail].
NaturalCare™
Ultrasonic Humidifier - Diffuser - VapoPads & Nitetime-Light
IMPORTANT!
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
No filters required
Essential oil diffuser
Calming color changing light
Whisper quiet
Use with Vicks VapoPads
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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 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
doing so may result in personal injury or
property damage.
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. CAUTION 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 (e.g. Kaz
Inhalant or Vicks VapoSteam) into
Mist Outlet, Base, Water Reservoir or
Water Tank.
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:

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Vicks VUL530 Series Humidifier
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.

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Vicks NaturalCare™ Humidifier (Model VUL530)
VUL530 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)
Why use a Protec Humidifier Cleaning Ball? Humidifier tanks hold water
which is an ideal breeding ground for microorganisms. This can cause odor
and buildup, and may require more frequent cleaning. The Protec Humidifier
Cleaning Ball or Fish:
• Kills up to 99% of odor causing bacteria
• Keeps cleaning for 30 days
• Contains no harmful chemicals
Protec®Demineralization Cartridge
This humidifier works with a Demineralization Cartridge that helps remove
minerals from the water. This helps prevent the build up of minerals (“white
dust”) that can occur in hard water areas. If you live in a hard water area, we
recommend the use of this demineralization cartridge if not using distilled water.
Carry Handle (located
at the back of the unit,
at the top of the tank)
Nozzle
Tank
Cap Seal
Tank Cap
Plunger
VapoPad Door
Color Changing
Nitetime-Light Button
Power Knob
Base
Nebulizer
Reservoir
Mist Outlet
VSP-19FP VBR-5FP VSP30FP
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Setting Up Your Humidifier
1. Remove packging materials. Keep instructions.
2. Remove twist tie and extend power cord.
3. Place on a firm, level, water resistant surface a minimum of
12” (30cm) from any walls.
Filling/Refilling
NOTE: Tank should be carried using two hands. One hand using carrying handle located on tank top
and other hand supporting the base of the tank.
This Humidifier holds .6 gallon (1.9L) of water (tank and reservoir combined).
Always turn the humidifier off before removing the Water Tank.
1. Remove Tank and turn upside down.
2. Remove Tank Cap in the direction of the open lock symbol.
3. Fill Tank with cool water. Do not fill with warm or hot water.
4. Securely replace Tank Cap, aligning arrow to lock symbol.
5. Place Tank back on Base.
CAUTION: USE CARE WHEN HANDLING WATER TANK TO AVOID UNNECESSARY IMPACT.
BANGING OR DROPPING THE WATER TANK COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE TANK THAT
WILL CAUSE LEAKING.
Operating
1. Power: With the Power Knob in the off position, plug humidifier into a polarized 120V outlet.
Caution: To avoid electric shock do not plug humidifier into outlet with wet hands.
2. Humidity Output: Turn the Power Knob to highest setting.
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%.
To monitor your humidity level use a humidity monitor such as the Vicks V70 or
V70-CAN model.
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If you notice condensation on the walls, windows or around unit, your humidity level is too high.
Turn humidifier off, or lower humidity output level.
4. 180° mist nozzle, directs mist output away from walls, furniture and bedding.
CAUTION: BEFORE MOVING HUMIDIFIER, TURN OFF, UNPLUG AND
EMPTY THE HUMIDIFIER.
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 in the button on the left side of the Scent Pad area.
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 up to 2 Vicks VapoPads with angled end facing towards the product. Close door.
4. After 8 hours, discard scent pads.
To continue using scent pads, 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
Operating the Nitetime-Light by Touching the
• 1st Press: Color changing Nitetime-Light turns ON
• 2nd Press: Light stops on the current color
• 3rd Press: Turns Nitetime-Light function OFF
You can Press and Hold to dim the light at any time, there are 3 dimming levels
Note: The nitetime-light can be used with or without the use of the humidifier. The Nitetime-Light
will remain on, even if the humidifier has been turned off. Touch the lightbulb icon to turn the
nitetime-light off.
Operating with Essential Oils
To use essential oils in your humidifier, add a few drops of your favorite essential oil(s) to the water in
the Tank and replace the Cap. DO NOT operate without water. ONLY use 100% natural essential oils,
use of other oils may cause damage to the Humidifier.
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ALWAYS reference the essential oil labeling for usage and dosage instructions.
NOTE: The Tank and Reservoir are made of oil-proof materials but other parts of the Humidifier are
not. Essential oils should only be allowed in the Tank and Reservoir. If any oils spill outside of the
Tank or Reservoir, be sure to wipe down gently with a wet paper towel and then dry gently with
a dry paper towel.
Water Quality and Your Humidifier
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 or hardness of your water, the greater the potential that you may
have 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.
If you live in a hard water area the use of distilled water will minimize the production of white dust.
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 Seal 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.
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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.
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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
E-mail: [e-mail]
Or visit our website at: www.VicksHumidifiers.com
Please be sure to specify model number VUL530.
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Electrical Ratings
The Vicks VUL530 Series model is rated at 120V, 60 Hz 25W.
Troubleshooting
If your humidifier is not working properly, refer to the following:
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Power Knob is turned
“on” and the power
light is off
• Unit not plugged in
• No power at outlet
• Plug unit in
• Check home circuits, fuses,
test outlet
Power is on and little or
no mist is produced • 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
• 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
Water overflows
from Reservoir • Tank may be damaged
• Tank Cap is not tight
• Tank Cap Seal may be missing
• 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
Condensation forms
around humidifier or on
windows and walls
• Mist Intensity is set too high
for room size or pre-existing
humidity level
• Humidifer may be too close
to wall or window
•
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
No Nitetime-Light
display • Light Button is not pressed • Press the Light Button to turn on the color changing light and
press a second time to stop on
the current color
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.

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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 1-800-477-0457 or e-mail: [e-mail]
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.