Using Your Vicks Warm Mist Humidifier
first time use
Read all instructions before using this appliance. With proper care and maintenance,
the humidifier should be able to provide at least 12 hours of operation for each tank.
Unpack and remove all packing material from the Water Tank and Base. Completely unravel
power cord and place unit on a flat, stable surface at least 6 inches away from walls and heat
sources. Do not use product if cord has been damaged. Place cord out of the way where it
cannot be pulled or stepped on. Follow the directions below to fill and operate the Humidifier.
filling the Water tank
Always UNPLUG the humidifier before filling.
1.
Remove the Water Tank from the Base and turn it upside down. Turn the Tank Cap
counterclockwise to open.
2.
Fill the Water Tank with clean, cool, tap water and replace the Tank Cap by firmly turning
clockwise. Turn the tank upright and check Tank Cap for leaks. If any water drips from
Tank Cap, remove it and re-tighten.
3.
Carry Water Tank using one hand on the top handle and one on the bottom of the Tank.
4.
Be sure the Removable Water Tray and Cooling Chamber are in place and the Cooling
Chamber Interlock is engaged.
5.
Replace the Water Tank on the Base by aligning the Tank Cap into the Water Tray.
caution:
do not add any medication or other additives to the water.
do not pour any water into the outlet.
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Operating Instructions
1.
do not operate the humidifier without water in the Water Tank or without the Removable
Water Tray, Cooling Chamber and Medicine Cup installed.
2.
After filling the humidifier, be sure the Power Switch is in the OFF position, then plug the
power cord into a 120 volt AC wall outlet. do not plug in the coRd With Wet
hands; electRic shock could Result.
3.
You can use Vicks VapoSteam with your Vicks Warm Mist Humidifier. Remove the
Medicine Cup from the unit for easier filling and replace on top of the Cooling Chamber.
Be careful not to overfill the Medicine Cup or spill anything into the Cooling Chamber.
4.
Turn the Switch to either the Hi or Low position. The Night Light will illuminate and the
heater will start. It may take several minutes before mist will appear at the outlet.
5.
Direct Outlet away from walls and furniture. If condensation forms on walls or windows,
or if indoor relative humidity exceeds 50%, turn the Switch to the low setting, open door
to room where humidifier is operating, or turn unit off.
6.
Turn the humidifier off before removing and refilling the Water Tank.
Reset procedure
NOTE: When the water tank is empty and the water in the Heating Chamber is almost used
up, the Heater will automatically shut off. The Reset Light will illuminate to indicate that the
humidifier is out of water. The humidifier will not operate until the water tank is refilled and the
humidifier is reset.
1.
Turn the Power Switch to the Off position. Unplug the humidifier. Allow the humidifier to
fully cool for at least 15 minutes.
2.
Remove and refill the Water Tank as instructed in the "Filling The Water Tank" section
above.
3.
After filling the humidifier, plug the power cord into a 120 volt AC wall outlet. do not
plug in the coRd With Wet hands; electRic shock could Result.
4.
The Reset Light should now be off. Some models have a Reset Button. Push the Reset
Button on those models to re-engage the heater.
5.
Turn the Switch to either the Hi or Low poisition. The Nightlight will illuminate and the
heater will start. It might take several minutes before mist will appear at the outlet.
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