Electrical Ratings
The Vicks VEV320 Series model is rated at 120V, 60 Hz.
IF YOU EXPERIENCE A PROBLEM, PLEASE CONTACT CONSUMER RELATIONS FIRST OR SEE YOUR
WARRANTY. DO NOT RETURN THE 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.
Troubleshooting
If your humidifier is not working properly, refer to the following:
Problem
Possible Cause
Power Knob is turned to
• Unit is not plugged in
high (
) or low ( )
• No power at outlet
and the Power Knob light
is off
Water leaking from Base
• Tank Gasket is loose
or falling out
• Plunger Gasket is loose
or falling out
• Cap is not screwed
on properly
• Possible damage to Tank
Tank and Base are slimy
• Need to clean
Fan is running but water
• Filter is clogged with
level is not going down
mineral deposits
• Relative humidity level in
room is too high
Water is not draining
• Spring valve may be stuck
into reservoir
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 home circuits, fuses;
test outlet
• Be sure Tank Gasket is
properly in place
• Push Plunger Gasket
back in place
• Unscrew cap and line
up threads properly; turn
clockwise (to right) to tighten
• Check Tank for cracks
or damage.
• See "Caring for
Your Humidifier"
• See instructions for
"Filter Care"
• If running humidifier in closed
room, open doors to ventilate
• Check spring valve to make
sure it is properly in place
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