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Care and Cleaning
CAUTION: ALWAYS TURN OFF THE POWER SWITCH AND DISCONNECT THE POWER
CORD FROM THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET BEFORE CLEANING.
Humidifiers provide comfort by adding moisture to dry indoor air. For maximized benefit from
your Vicks Natural Mist Humidifier, follow instructions carefully. Please note that this is an
electric appliance and requires careful attention when in use.
Tap water may contain pollutants and minerals (scale) that can deposit on the inner surfaces
of the Humidifier and clog the Wicking Filter. Such scale can accelerate the growth of
microorganisms and can impair the performance of the Filter.
Daily Maintenance
1. Turn switch to off (O) position and unplug the cord from wall outlet.
2. Remove Tank & Fan Housing and empty Base. Rinse Base and Tank, wipe clean, and dry
with a clean cloth or paper towel. Be careful that you do not damage the delicate Wicking
Filter. DO NOT immerse the Fan Housing or clean with water.
3. Replace Fan Housing then the Tank. Humidifier is now ready for use.
Weekly Maintenance—Removing Scale
1. Empty any remaining water from the Base and Tank. Reassemble Humidifier.
2. Turn switch on and operate the Humidifier without water until the Wicking Filter is
thoroughly dry.
3. Turn switch to the OFF (O) position and unplug the cord from wall outlet.
4. Remove Tank & Fan Housing and place on a flat surface. Remove the Wicking Filter from
the Base by carefully lifting straight up, without bending or breaking or tearing the Filter.
5. Fill Base with undiluted white vinegar. Let solution stand for 20 minutes.
6. Dampen soft, clean cloth or sponge with undiluted white vinegar and wipe out Base
to remove scale. DO NOT use soap, detergents or abrasive cleaners.
7. Rinse thoroughly in clean warm water to remove scale and vinegar before disinfecting
the Base.
Disinfecting Base
1. Fill Base with 1 teaspoon of household bleach in 1 gallon of water. Let solution remain
for 20 minutes, stirring every few minutes to ensure that all surfaces are coated.
2. Empty Base after 20 minutes. Rinse with water until bleach smell is gone. Dry with clean
cloth or paper towel.
3. Wipe all exterior surfaces of the Fan Housing with a soft, dry cloth.
DO NOT USE WATER TO CLEAN THE FAN HOUSING. AN ELECTRIC SHOCK
MAY RESULT OR THE HUMIDIFIER MAY BE DAMAGED. DO NOT IMMERSE
OR SPRAY ANY PART OF THE HUMIDIFIER WITH WATER.
4. Replace the Wicking Filter into the Base, being careful not to damage the Filter.
NOTE: Do not wash the Wicking Filter, since this will damage the Wicking Filter.
Using Your Vicks
®
Natural Mist Humidifier
Your Vicks Humidifier comes fully assembled and ready to use.
First Time Use
Read all instructions before using this appliance.
Filling the Humidifier
1. Unpack Humidifier. Remove Fan Housing and check that the Wicking Filter is in place
in Base. Replace Fan Housing, being careful to seat it properly onto the Base.
2. Place Humidifier at least FIVE inches away from walls and heat sources, on a FIRM,
FLAT, LEVEL surface. Place on a water-resistant, non-conducting surface for protection
from inadvertent spillage. Do not place any object over the Humidifier; it could block
air openings.
3. Completely unravel power cord. Inspect power cord for signs of damage before use.
If cord is damaged, DO NOT use product, please call 1-800-477-0457.
4. Keep cord away from heated surfaces and out of the way, where it cannot be stepped
on or tripped over.
5. Remove Tank using Tank Handle. Turn Tank over and carefully remove Fill Cap by turning
Fill Cap counter clockwise. Fill the Tank with cool tap water. WARNING: Never use
hot water - may cause damage to Wicking Filter.
6. Make sure the circular rubber Cap Gasket (O-Ring) is in place before replacing Fill Cap
on Tank (this prevents water leakage). To tighten, turn Fill Cap clockwise.
7. When carrying Tank always use two hands (one on Handle, one on the Fill Cap). Insert
Tank back into Base.
Operating Instructions
1. Fill the Water Tank and replace Tank on Base.
2. Make sure that switch is in OFF (O) position, place the unit on a flat, stable surface and
plug cord into a 120 VAC wall outlet.
CAUTION: DO NOT PLUG IN THE CORD WITH WET HANDS; ELECTRIC
SHOCK COULD RESULT.
3. Turn switch to either High or Low. Fan will start turning.