End-Of-Season Care And Storage; Troubleshooting; Specifications - Vicks VWM845 Series Use And Care Manual

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 from the humidifier.
Dry the humidifier completely before storing. DO NOT store with water inside the Water Tray or
Water Tank. Pack unit in original carton and store in a cool, dry location.

Troubleshooting

If your Humidifier is not working properly, refer to the following:
Problem Possible Cause
• Power Knob is set to • Unit not plugged in
"On" and Power Knob
• No power at outlet
light is off
• Water has not heated to
• Power is "On" and no
boiling to produce steam
mist appears
• No water in Tank
• Little or no mist
is produced
• Unit is not level
• Mineral deposits on Heater
Element or Water Tray
• Water Tank is empty
• Reset Light illuminated
• Unit not reset after refill
• Heating Element is
covered in scale
• Water overflows from • Tank may be damaged
Reservoir
• Tank Cap is not tight
• Water Tray not
seated properly
• Mist Intensity is set too high
• Condensation forms around
for room size or
humidifier or windows
pre-existing humidity level
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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Solution
• Plug unit in
• Check circuits, fuses, test outlet
• Wait 3-4 minutes after
turning on
• Fill Water Tank
• Place on a level surface
• Follow Cleaning Instructions
• Refill Water Tank
• Follow Reset Procedure
• See Cleaning Instructions
• Check the Tank for leaks and
replace if necessary
• Tighten Tank Cap
• Check Water Tray and
secure onto Base
• Decrease mist output to
low setting or open door
to the room
Consumer Relations
For questions, technical support or to order replacement parts, contact Consumer Relations.
Call us toll-free at: 1-800-VAPOR-1-2 (1-800-827-6712)
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00AM-7:00PM EST
E-mail: consumerrelations@kaz.com
Or visit our website at: www.vickshumidifiers.com
Please be sure to specify Model number VWM845.

Specifications

Electrical rating: 120V, 60 Hz.
Capacity: 1 gallons (3.7 L)
If you experience a problem, please contact Consumer Relations. Do not return this humidifier to
the original place of purchase.
Do not attempt to open the motor housing or tamper with the Power Knob yourself. Doing so may
void your warranty and cause personal injury or damage to the product.
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