Troubleshooting - Vicks EasyFill VUL570 Serie Manual De Uso Y Cuidado

Troubleshooting

If your humidifier is not working properly, refer to the following:
Problem Possible Cause
Water is not draining Plunger is stuck
into Reservoir
Float Paddle not installed
correctly
Demineralization Cartridge not
allowing water to flow
Power light is on but little Water Tank is empty
or no mist is released
Power Knob is set too low
Hardened minerals on
the Nebulizer
Mist Chamber is not installed
Water leaking from Base Float Paddle not placed
or Reservoir correctly
Plunger is damaged
Plunger is sticking
Tank is cracked
Plunger may have foreign
material stuck under the
Tank Gasket
NOTE: Keeping this unit clean from mineral deposits normally contained in water supply will improve
the efficiency and operation of this unit.
*Note: It is normal to see some mist escape around the Mist Outlet when the unit first starts and the
Mist Outlet is dry.
For additional troubleshooting help, call Consumer Relations at 1-800-VAPOR-1-2 (1-800-827-6712).
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Solution
Push and release Plunger to be
sure it is moving freely
Check Float Paddle and ensure
it is placed securely
in brackets
Uninstall Demineralization
Cartridge, shake a few times,
and re-install
Fill Water Tank
Turn the Power Knob clockwise
(right) to increase output
Clean Nebulizer (refer to
Cleaning instructions)
Verify that all components are
installed properly
Ensure Float Rod is secured
in Brackets
Contact Consumer Relations
Push and release Plunger to be
sure it is moving freely
Inspect Tank for damage;
contact Consumer Relations
At sink, push and release
Plunger system so water
may flow.
Troubleshooting
(Continued)
If your humidifier is not working properly, refer to the following:
Problem Possible Cause
Mist is coming out from Mist Outlet not properly
installed
bottom of Mist Outlet*
Outlet Gasket is missing
Outlet Cover will not sit Outlet Gasket was removed
securely on Housing for cleaning and not securely
when reassembling after replaced in Outlet Cover
cleaning
Mist is escaping from Outlet Gasket is missing
the area between the
tank and housing, in
addition to the mist
outlet
Humidifier shuts off Water Tank is empty
Float Paddle is not installed
properly
White Dust accumulating Using tap water in your
on surrounding surfaces humidifier in hard water areas
If using, Demineralization
Cartridge has reached life
expectancy
Condensation on Mist intensity is set too high
windows and walls or for room size or pre-existing
area around humidifier humidity level
is damp
Humidifier may be too close
to wall or window
Solution
Remove and replace Mist
Outlet into the recess in the
Outlet Cover and press down
until you hear a click
Contact Consumer Relations
Be sure Gasket fits tightly in
Outlet Cover
Replace Gasket if it was
removed for cleaning or
contact consumer relations
for a replacement
Fill the Tank with Water
Check that the Float Paddle
is secured in Brackets
Use distilled water or
use a Protec TWT500
Demineralization Cartridge
Replace Demineralization
Cartridge
Decrease mist output to a
lower setting or open door
to the room
Move humidifier away from
wall or point Mist Outlet away
from wall or window
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