Cleaning; Disinfecting; Scale Removal - Vicks V3700 Series Use And Care Manual

CLEANING

Cleaning involves two steps, SCALE REMOVAL and DISINFECTING. Be sure to perform these in the
proper order to avoid harmful chemical interactions.
Failure to remove filter during cleaning will destroy the filter

SCALE REMOVAL

Step 1
Turn off and unplug
your humidifier.
Step 5
Using undilluted vinegar
wipe base thoroughly.

DISINFECTING

Step 1
Turn off and unplug
your humidifier.
NOTE: REMOVE FILTER BEFORE CLEANING.
Step 2
Remove and empty
water tank.
Step 6
Rinse water tank,
filter tray and base
thoroughly with water
to remove scale.
Step 2
Remove and empty
water tank.
Step 3
Remove filter and
set aside.
Step 3
Remove filter and
set aside
Dilute 1 tablespoon (TB)
of bleach in 1 gallon of
cool water
Step 4
Remove Filter Tray and fill
filter tray and water tank
with undiluted vinegar and
soak for 10-15 minutes.
Step 4
Fill water tank with water
and bleach solution.
Remove water tray from
unit and fill with the
remaining water and
bleach solution.
Wipe base with the
same solution.