Verilux SmartLight VD12 Instructions Manual page 7

Before requesting service on your Verilux
the following:
• Make sure all power connectors, cords and plugs are inserted fully
and securely.
• Be sure the bulb is securely seated into the socket (see page 6).
• Make sure there is power to the wall outlet or try another outlet.
PROBLEM
Light Won't
Come On
Blackening/Darkening
at Ends of Bulb
Light Flickers
WARNING: WARNING:
proper function of the ballast; blocking them may cause overheating of
the ballast and increase risk of fire.
Troubleshooting
CHECK
Has the plug come Insert plug securely into wall outlet.
loose?
Is the bulb old?
Check bulb for blackening/darkening at bottom of spiral where it joins the
base (an indicator of bulb life) and replace bulb.
Is the bulb connected Be sure the bulb is securely seated into socket, repeat the bulb
securely into socket? installation process.
Sometimes when a new bulb is turned on for the first time the tube will
Is the bulb new?
darken, but this will fade after a few minutes.
Is the bulb old? With older bulbs, darkening of the tube indicates end of bulb life (this
doesn't affect operation except to reduce the amount of light available
since the phosphor in that area has become inactive). Bulb replacement
is recommended.
Has the plug come Insert plug securely into wall outlet.
loose?
Is the bulb connected Be sure the bulb is securely seated into the socket, repeat the bulb
installation process.
securely to the socket?
PERFORMING BULB REPLACEMENT OR INSTALLATION.
Is the lamp connected Connect lamp plug only to wall outlet without dimmer switch.
to a dimmer switch?
Do not block vents on ballast. Vents are necessary for
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SOLUTION
CAUTION:
7
lamp, please read
ALWAYS UNPLUG LAMP BEFORE