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Important Safety Instructions
CAUTION:
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
DISMANTLE. THERE ARE NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR
PERSONAL INJURY:
• Turn off/unplug and allow to cool before replacing bulb or cleaning.
• Do not operate the lamp in close proximity to flammable or
combustible vapors, such as aerosol (spray) products or where
oxygen is being administered.
• Use only the type of bulb and maximum wattage indicated by
Verilux®.
• Never cover the lamp when it is in operation.
• Read these instructions – before using this lamp.
• Keep these instructions – for future reference.
• Do not use this lamp in damp/humid or wet locations.
• For indoor use only.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. If the provided
plug does not fit in your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement
of the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
at plugs, and the point where it exits from the lamp.
• Unplug this lamp during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
• If the lamp has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen onto the lamp, the lamp has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped, it should not be
operated. There are no user serviceable parts within this lamp.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Assembly Instructions
Before assembling, please review all instructions.
1. Carefully remove the lamp from the packing materials.
2. Adjust the height of the lamp and hand tighten the thumbscrews at
each swivel (E).
3. Adjust the lamp head to desired position.
A
SWITCH
A
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Assembly Instructions — continued
4. Remove thumbscrew from Optix® filter
on lamp head and carefully slide filter
out of channel and place on clean
surface (Fig. 1).
5. Remove the 27 Watt Natural
Spectrum® bulb from the packaging
and carefully insert it into the socket
(Fig. 2). Be sure to hold the bulb by the
base and ensure it is fully inserted into
the socket and clipped into the metal
clip (A).
6. Note the telephone number on the bulb
provides contact information when
reordering.
7. Slide Optix filter back into place and
re-install thumbscrew. Do not over
tighten (Fig. 5).
8. Plug lamp into an appropriate outlet
and turn on the switch.
9. Do not use with an extension cord or
on a circuit with a dimmer switch.
10. Save the packaging in case you
need to send the lamp to Verilux® for
servicing.
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General Precautions
• Do not use with power supply voltage other than 120V AC.
• Avoid placing the lamp in areas that are dusty, humid/moist, lack
ventilation or are subject to constant vibration.
• Not for use with light dimmers, timers, motion detectors, voltage
transformers or extension cords.
• Do NOT use lubricating agent in bulb assembly.
• The light bulb may become loose during transit. To reinstall the light
bulb, see the bulb installation instructions on page 5.
• Close supervision is recommended when this lamp is used by or
near children, or others who may not understand the need for these
precautions. Do not leave the lamp unattended during use.
This product may cause interference with radios, cordless
telephones, or devices that use a wireless remote control,
such as televisions.
This lamp has been tested and found to comply with Part 18 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against interference in a residential installation. This lamp generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause interference to radio
communications. If interference occurs try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the lamp and receiver.
• Connect the lamp into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Move the lamp out of the line of sight of the remote control receiver.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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Troubleshooting
Before requesting service on your Verilux® lamp please read the
following:
• Make sure all power connectors, cords and plugs are inserted fully
and securely.
• Make sure there is power to the wall outlet or try another outlet – not
connected to a dimmer.
PROBLEM
CHECK
SOLUTION
Has the plug come
loose?
Insert plug securely into wall outlet.
Is the bulb old?
Light Won’t
Come On
Check bulb for blackening/darkening at ends (an indicator of bulb life)
Be sure the bulb is securely seated into socket, repeat the bulb
installation process.
Is the bulb connected
securely into socket?
Sometimes when a new bulb is turned on for the first time the tube will
darken, but this will fade after a few minutes.
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.
Is the bulb new?
Blackening/Darkening
at Ends of Bulb
Is the bulb old?
Insert plug securely into wall outlet.
Has the plug come
loose?
Is the bulb connected Be sure the bulb is securely seated into socket, repeat the bulb
Light Flickers
CAUTION: DISCONNECT LAMP FROM OUTLET
securely to the socket? installation process.
PRIOR TO REPEATING THE BULB INSTALLATION PROCESS.
Connect lamp plug only to wall outlet without dimmer switch.
Is the lamp connected
to a dimmer switch?
Care & Cleaning
Your Verilux lamp is made from high quality materials that will last for
many years with minimum care.
Clean only with a soft dry cloth – DO NOT USE SOLVENTS OR
CLEANERS CONTAINING ABRASIVES OR AMMONIA.
WARNING: To prevent risk of shock or personal injury
when cleaning lamp, make sure you have turned off and
unplugged the lamp, and allow sufficient time for the bulb
to cool.
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One Year Limited Warranty
ATTENTION! ONCE OPENED, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE
STORE WHERE IT WAS PURCHASED FOR REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT!
Customer Service Department at 800-786-6850 during normal business hours.
This limited warranty is provided by: Verilux, Inc., 340 Mad River Park, Waitsfield, VT 05673
Verilux warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a
period of one year from the date of the original retail purchase from Verilux or an authorized
Verilux distributor. Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims. During the
limited warranty period, Verilux, Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace defective parts of
this product, at no charge to the customer, subject to the following limitations: This limited
warranty does not include any postage, freight, handling, insurance or delivery fees. This
warranty does not cover damage, defect or failure caused by or resulting from accident,
external destruction, alteration, modification, abuse, misuse or misapplication of this
product.
This warranty does not cover damage to the product resulting from return shipping or
handling. The use of shipping insurance is recommended to help protect your product.
Return Authorization is required for all returns. To obtain a Return Authorization, please
contact the Verilux Customer Service Department at 800-786-6850.
If, during the first year of ownership, this product fails to operate properly, it should be
customer service representative at 800-786-6850.
Note: Verilux recommends using a quality surge suppressor on all electronics equipment.
Voltage variations and spikes can damage electronic components in any system. A quality
suppressor can eliminate the vast majority of failures attributed to surges and may be
purchased at electronics stores.
Due to ongoing improvements, actual product may have slight variations from the product described in this manual.
1-800-786-6850
Representatives are available Monday — Friday, 9am — 5pm EST
340 Mad River Park, Waitsfield, VT 05673
Printed in China for Verilux, Inc.
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