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.
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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 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.
TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS
CONTACT CONSUMER RELATIONS
Call us toll-free at: 1-800-VAPOR-1-2 (1-800-827-6712)
E-mail: [email protected]
Or visit our website at: www.VicksHumidifiers.com
Please be sure to specify model number VUL525 or VUL545.
Consumer Relations
End-Of-Season Care And Storage
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
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Troubleshooting
If your humidifier is not working properly, refer to the following:
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
Problem
Power Knob is turned
“on” 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
• Humidifer 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.
