Kaz Vicks Warm Steam Vaporizer User Manual

Kaz vicks warm steam vaporizer

Instructions

1. UNRAVEL CORD BEFORE USE. Failure to do so could cause overheating and possible fire hazards. Always unplug the cord from the electrical outlet before removing the steam unit or when not in use. Allow the vaporizer to cool before handling.
2. FILL THE WATER CONTAINER. Remove the steam unit.
   Fill the container with tap water to WATER LEVEL MARKING on the bowl. DO NOT OVERFILL. (Figure A) Model V200 Vicks Vaporizer may also be filled upright in large sink or bathtub. (Figure B)
3. ADD SALT. For tap water of low or moderate mineral content, ADD 4 TO 5 PINCHES (1/8 teaspoon) of ordinary table salt to the water and mix thoroughly. Salt has no effect on the purity of the steam or medication.
   CAUTION: Too much salt can cause excessive boiling or a blown fuse.
4. REPLACE THE STEAM UNIT. Hold down the steam unit for ten seconds to allow water to enter the housing and seat it properly in a water container. If the steam unit floats, the container is overfilled. (Figure C)
5. PLACE THE VAPORIZER IN A SAFE POSITION. Vaporizers should always be placed on a firm, flat surface at least four feet away from the bedside and out of the reach of patients and children. Be sure the vaporizer is in a stable position and the power cord is out of the way to prevent the vaporizer from being upset or tipped over.
   + Protect floor, rug or furniture by placing the vaporizer on a non-metallic, waterproof, heat-resistant surface.
   CAUTION: Do not direct steam flow directly at the patient, walls or furniture. You will still obtain the desired level of humidity. KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. STEAM CAN CAUSE BURNS.
6. VAPORIZER MEDICATIONS. For best results fill the medication cup on the steam unit (located directly below and in front of the steam outlet) with one tablespoon of KAZ INHALANT. (Figure D)
   If you use Vicks VapoSteam® follow the directions on the VapoSteam® package. Please pay careful attention to the added cleaning directions in the Daily Maintenance and Care and Cleaning sections.
   NOTE: Vicks VapoSteam® should be put directly into the vaporizer water container (see VapoSteam® package directions); it should not be placed in the medication cup.
7. PLUGIN. Plug power cord into 110-120 Volts AC outlet in good condition fused for at least 15 Amps. Do not use with extension cords.
   This product has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) as a safety feature. This plug will fit into a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DEFEAT THIS SAFETY FEATURE.
   The vaporizer will produce a gentle flow of steam within a few minutes. If steaming does not start within ten minutes, you may need to add salt. Please see the Troubleshooting checklist. The vaporizer will automatically stop producing steam when the water has reached the minimum level
   (about 3/4 inch from the bottom of the container). The night light will remain on, indicating that the vaporizer is plugged in. ALWAYS unplug the steam unit and allow to cool before removing it from the water container.
   + Under conditions of rapid boiling and near the end of each operation, steam may emerge from SAFETY VENTS (above and on both sides of the steam vent). This condition is normal, preventing overboiling by relieving steam pressure. (Figure E)
   + Do not lift or move the vaporizer while it is in use.
8. USE FRESH WATER AND MEDICATION each time the vaporizer is used.
9. AFTER EACH USE. Empty any unused water from the water container. Shake the container gently back and forth to remove any remaining water. Rinse the container thoroughly, drain and wipe with a dry, clean cloth. NOTE: All medicinal ingredients of Kaz Inhalant are released in use, leaving only the mineral oil base in the medication cup. This should be emptied and cleaned with a piece of cotton.
   NOTE: If you are using Vicks VapoSteam® be sure any residue in the water container
   is thoroughly cleaned. Refer to the Care and Cleaning section.
   IMPORTANT: To maintain the proper operation of your vaporizer, be sure to follow Care and Cleaning Instructions.

IMPORTANT! For the most effective and safe use of your vaporizer, please READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS … especially those regarding the addition of salt to the water. In “soft water” areas, salt must be added to water to generate steam. In “hard water” areas, the vaporizer may operate without the addition of salt.

WARNING: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
We recognize that many of our customers use vaporizers in homes with young children. Carefully supervise your children when using a vaporizer, especially crawling infants and toddlers. Please be sure to take the time to instruct them that a vaporizer is not a toy….it is a serious medical device that produces hot steam and could cause severe burns and injuries if they do not stay away from it.

Vaporizers should always be placed on a firm, flat, waterproof surface at least four feet away from the bedside and out of reach of the patient and children. Be sure the vaporizer is in a stable position and the power cord is out of the way to prevent the vaporizer from being upset or tipped over. Protect floor, rug or furniture by placing the vaporizer on a non-metallic, waterproof, heat-resistant surface.

ADDING SALT FOR STEAM FLOW: Steam output depends directly on the mineral content of the water and the amount of salt you add. For the vaporizer to operate in areas of low or moderate mineral-content water, 4 TO 5 PINCHES OF SALT (1/8 teaspoon)
MUST BE ADDED TO THE WATER AND MIXED THOROUGHLY.

If an adequate steam flow is not obtained after ten minutes, add another PINCH or two as needed, and mix thoroughly.
CAUTION: Add salt only by the PINCH, since too much salt can cause excessive boiling, a blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker. If you live in a “hard-water” area, the vaporizer may operate well without salt additives. The salt and other minerals in your water remain inside the vaporizer and do not affect the purity of the steam.
USE FINGER GRIPS when handling the steam unit, grasping from the rear of the outer cap. See Figure C on the next page. Do not move the vaporizer while in use.
+ If you have any questions about the operation of your vaporizer, call our toll-free Consumer Service Line: 1-800-477-0457.

Special Notes

Discoloration/Black Particles
After use, the water residue in the bottom of the container may contain black particles, and, in some areas, the water and the bottom of the container may discolor. These conditions are normal and do not affect the purity of the steam or medication. The container is easily cleaned with soap and water. Rinse and dry the container after cleaning.

Ventilation
When a vaporizer is used in closed or small rooms, check periodically for proper ventilation, as excessive humidity can cause condensation stains on walls.

Warning
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Carefully supervise children when the vaporizer is operating, especially infants and toddlers. Vaporizers produce hot steam that can cause serious burns.

Condition of Sale
As a condition of sale, the purchaser assumes responsibility for the proper care and use of this appliance in accordance with our printed instructions. The purchaser or user must judge for himself or herself when to use it and the length of use.

Troubleshooting: What To Do If…

The vaporizer does not operate or steams too slowly: 

1. Make sure the vaporizer is plugged in and the night light is lit.
   If the night light is not on, you may have a blown fuse, tripped circuit breaker or a defective electrical outlet. Try a different outlet. You may want to contact an electrician to check the potentially defective outlet.
2. The fault may be the low mineral content of the water in your area.
   Unplug the vaporizer from the electrical outlet and allow to cool. Remove the steam unit allowing hot water to first dribble out, add one or two PINCHES of salt to the water and mix thoroughly. Replace the steam unit and plug-in the vaporizer. It should steam within 5 minutes. Add salt only by the PINCH, since too much salt can cause excessive boiling or blowing of the fuse.
3. If the vaporizer has been operating normally and is now failing to steam, it needs to be cleaned. See the “Weekly Maintenance” section of Care and Cleaning Instructions.

The vaporizer operates too fast, fuse blows:
Overboiling, flickering lights, blown fuse or heavy steam flow from Safety Vents generally indicates one of the following causes…

1. Too much salt was added to the water. To correct the condition: Disconnect the vaporizer from the electrical outlet and allow to cool. Pour out water and rinse the container. Rinse the steam unit as described in the “Weekly Maintenance” section of the Care and Cleaning Instructions. Refill with fresh water but DO NOT ADD SALT. If the vaporizer now does not operate or steams too slowly, see the above directions in section A.
2. You live in a “hard water” area and minerals in the tap water are causing
   the vaporizer to steam too rapidly.
   To correct the condition: Disconnect the vaporizer from the electrical outlet and allow to cool. Remove the steam unit allowing hot water to first dribble out, pour out the water and rinse the container. Rinse the steam unit as described in the “Weekly Maintenance” section of the Care and Cleaning Instructions. Refill with fresh water but DO NOT ADD SALT.
   If unit still steams too rapidly, use 1/2 distilled water and 1/2 tap water. Food and drug stores usually stock distilled water.
   In “hard water” areas it is advisable to clean the unit every few days in accordance with the “Weekly Maintenance” section of Care and Cleaning Instructions.

A vaporizer is making crackling/ buzzing/humming sounds or the water container is unusually hot: 

1. You may have added too much salt.
   See section B above.
2. You may live in a “hard water” area.
   See section B above.
3. This condition can happen when the water level in the container is low. Disconnect vaporizer from an electrical outlet, allow to cool, and remove the steam unit allowing hot water to first dribble out. Fill the container with tap water to the water level marking.
4. This may be an indication your vaporizer needs cleaning. Refer to the “Weekly Maintenance” section of Care and Cleaning Instructions.
   If you are still experiencing difficulty in operating your vaporizer, please call our Consumer Service Department at 800-477-0457.

Limited Warranty

This vaporizer is warranted against defective materials and workmanship. See carton for warranty period. Any defective part will be replaced at no charge if it has not been tampered with and the appliance has been used according to our printed directions. The warranty gives you specific legal rights; you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
If you experience unsatisfactory operation, first follow the Troubleshooting and Care and Cleaning Instructions. If the unit still does not operate satisfactorily, call our Consumer Service Department at 1-800-477-0457
or write to Vaporizer Service Department, 250 Turnpike Road, Southborough, MA 01772, explaining just how the vaporizer
is operating. Specify the model number. Our Consumer Service Representative will provide further instructions on how to correct the trouble yourself, or will ask you to return the steam unit for repair or replacement.