VH03 Job#: 0.0672 VH03-MAN-Rev8.indd 1 Date: 08/28/09 Title: VH03 Manual Version: VH03-MAN-Rev8
Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing the Verilux CleanWave UV-C Sanitizing. You have received an innovative and quality manufactured product, backed by a one-year limited warranty. As a Verilux customer, your satisfaction means everything to us. We look forward to serving you now and in the future. Many other healthy lighting products are available through our catalog and online. Visit us on the web at www.verilux.com to request a free catalog and learn more about all our quality Verilux products, or call our toll-free number 1-800-454-4408. Have a bright day! Nicholas Harmon President, Verilux Inc. 2 VH03-MAN-Rev8.indd 2
Warnings and Precautions To prevent fi re or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or excessive moisture. Do not leave product unattended while on. Parts are not serviceable. The CleanWave Travel wand should not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No objects fi lled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus. This product should not be handled or used by children due to the danger of accidental exposure to UV rays. Always direct the UV rays away from the eyes and skin. Never use this device on pets. Care should be taken to prevent bulb breakage. Not intended for use on food. WARNING: Direct exposure to this lamp can cause serious skin burn and eye infl ammation from short wave ultraviolet radiation. Radiation from these lamps is harmful to the eyes and skin. WARNING: Mercury Hazard. UV-C bulbs contain a small amount of mercury which can cause injury if inhaled or ingested. For more information on clean up and disposal, see www.lamprecycle.org. CAUTION: UV-C light may degrade plastic and rubber over time. FCC INFORMATION The UV-C Sanitizing complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Ultraviolet (UV-C) Radiation Hazard Over exposure will cause significant eye damage and may cause skin damage. Do not look into UV light source. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 Job#: 0.0672 VH03-MAN-Rev8.indd 3 Date: 08/28/09 Title: VH03 Manual Version: VH03-MAN-Rev8
Features Your new Verilux CleanWave UV-C Sanitizing can eliminate viruses and bacteria residing on surfaces at home and when you travel. The system features: A powerful Ultraviolet (UV-C) illumination system that eliminates bacteria, viruses, dust mite and fl ea eggs and mold This system removes odors and dangerous allergens that can cause pneumonia, asthma and other conditions Perfect for use on hotel bed clothes, chairs, restaurant cutlery and public restrooms Portable, hand-held design is easy to operate Fits neatly into purse or luggage Safety Feature: An internal safety switch will automatically turn the system off if the light source is turned upward, in order to protect eyes from exposure. WARNING! This unit should never be handled by children. Always direct the UV rays AWAY from the eyes and skin. Never use this device on pets. 4 VH03-MAN-Rev8.indd 4
Operation Operating your Verilux CleanWave UV-C Sanitizing 1. Open battery compartment located on the underside of the handle area 2. Insert 4-AA alkaline batteries as indicated in battery cavity (batteries are not included) 3. Carefully replace cover making sure to slide it completely closed 4. While holding Wand with bulb facing down and away from skin or eyes, press the large blue button for 3 seconds (green light will fl ash). Press the blue button again to activate the UV-C light source (green light will glow and stop fl ashing) 5. Hold the Wand as close as possible over the area to be sanitized and slowly move the Wand over the entire area 6. To turn the Wand off, press the blue button until the green light goes out Note: A safety switch will automatically turn off the wand if the light source is turned upward (it will go back on when the light source is once again lowered). Technical Specifications Environment Operating Temperature: 15 C to 35 C (59 F to 95 F) Storage Temperature: 0 C to 40 C (32 F to 104 F) Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing UV-C Bulb 0.6 WATT UV-C bulb; non-replaceable Battery 4 standard AA batteries Warning: This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. 5 Job#: 0.0672 VH03-MAN-Rev8.indd 5 Date: 08/28/09 Title: VH03 Manual Version: VH03-MAN-Rev8
Guidelines for Use The UV-C is effective for eliminating germs, bacteria, viruses, dust mite and fl ea eggs and mold from surfaces such as: Bedding/mattresses Kitchen utensils Brushes Toothbrushes Earrings Razors Contact lens cases Counters Bathroom fixtures Curtains Chairs and sofa backs Shoes Computer keyboard and mouse Baby changing stations Bottle nipples and pacifi ers Children s toys Stuffed animals Pet areas Pet bedding Auto seats Furniture Throw rugs Teakettle handle Handrails Faucets Showers Telephone handsets Remote controls Thermometers Mouth guards and retainers Doorknobs Light switches Steering wheel Shopping cart handles Airplane seat headrest Hotel bedding Alarm clock Wallets and purses Cell phones Music players Telephones and Cell Phones Streptococcus viridans Telephone, cell phone and text messaging device Keyboard (6 x 12 ) Mouse (3 x 5 ) 25 seconds 2 minutes Bathrooms and Toilet Facilities Staphylococcus aerius and E. coli Toilet seat Faucet Door knob 2 minutes 1 minute 6 VH03-MAN-Rev8.indd 6
Guidelines for Use continued Toothbrushes & Personal Care Items Streptococcus viridans Toothbrush Mouth guard Tweezers Nail clippers Baby & Toddlers Pollovirus Stuffed animal toy Pacifier Baby bottle nipple Hotels & Motels E. coli Faucet TV remote Alarm clock (6 x 6 ) Telephone 1 second 3 seconds 2 seconds 2 seconds 1.5 minutes 2 seconds 2 seconds 1 minute 15 seconds 1 minute On the Go E. coli Steering wheel Gear shift knob (2.5 dia.) 1.5 minutes 6 seconds On the Job Infl uenza Keyboard (6 x 12 ) Mouse (3 x 5 ) Telephone Cash register (12 x 12 ) 7 2 minutes 4.5 minutes Job#: 0.0672 VH03-MAN-Rev8.indd 7 Date: 08/28/09 Title: VH03 Manual Version: VH03-MAN-Rev8
One-Year Limited Warranty ATTENTION! FOR REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT, ONCE OPENED, PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE WHERE IT WAS PURCHASED. Many questions may be answered by visiting www.verilux.com, or you may call our customer service department at 1-800-786-6850. This limited warranty is provided by: Verilux, Inc., 340 Mad River Park, Waitsfi eld, 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. 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, 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. If, during the fi rst year of ownership, this product fails to operate properly, it should be returned as specifi ed below: Please pack the defective product in its original protective packing and box, with a copy of your name, address, telephone number and sales receipt, along with $9.95 (check or money order to cover shipping and handling), and send to: For U.S. Postal Service Only: Verilux Warranty Service Center, c/o WTB P.O. Box 119, West Redding, CT 06896 For Fed Ex & UPS Only: Verilux Warranty Service Center, c/o WTB 32 Henry Street, Bldg 17A, Bethel, CT 06801 Please allow 4-6 weeks before you receive the repaired or replaced product. ATTENTION: When returning a product, be aware that damage during shipping is the responsibility of the purchaser and will void any warranty claim. We recommend that you insure the shipment by shipper when returning this product or any parts. Be sure to return product in original packaging. 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. Please visit our web site at: www.verilux.com or call 1-800-454-4408 Representatives are available 8 a.m. 10 p.m. M S, 9 a.m. 8 p.m. Sunday EST VH03-MAN-Rev8 340 Mad River Park, Waitsfi eld, VT 05673 Made in China Printed in China for Verilux, Inc. Copyright 2009 Verilux, Inc. All rights reserved. VH03-MAN-Rev8.indd 8