Instruction Manual and
Warranty Information
BLTW-500
Mail to:
HoMedics
Consumer Relations
Service Center Dept. 168
3000 Pontiac Trail
Commerce Township,
MI 48390
Email:
cservice@homedics.com
SCAPE
ILLUMINATED RELAXATION BUBBLE LIGHT
AQUASCAPE
™
®
™
© 2000-2001 HoMedics, Inc. and its affiliated companies, all rights reserved. HoMedics is a regis-
tered trademark of HoMedics, Inc. and its affiliated companies. AquaScape™ and Body Basics™
are trademarks of HoMedics, Inc. and its affiliated companies. All rights reserved.
IB-BLTW500-B
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
(Valid in USA only)
HoMedics, Inc., guarantees this product free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase, except as
noted below.
This HoMedics product warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse
or abuse; accident; the attachment of any unauthorized accessory; alteration to the product; or any other conditions whatsoever that are beyond
the control of HoMedics. This warranty is effective only if the product is
purchased and operated in the USA. A product that requires modification or
adaptation to enable it to operate in any country other than the country
for which it was designed, manufactured, approved and/or authorized, or
repair of products damaged by these modifications is not covered under
warranty. HoMedics shall not be responsible for any type of incidental, consequential or special damages. All implied warranties, including but not limited to those implied warranties of fitness and merchantability, are limited
in the total duration of one year from the original purchase date.
To obtain warranty service on your HoMedics product, either hand deliver
or mail the unit and your dated sales receipt (as proof of purchase), postpaid, along with check or money order in the amount of $10.00 payable to
HoMedics, Inc. to cover handling.
Upon receipt, HoMedics will repair or replace, as appropriate, your product
and return it to you, postpaid. Warranty is solely through HoMedics Service
Center. Service of this product by anyone other than HoMedics Service
Center voids warranty.
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A Kaleidoscope of Bubbling Light
Thank you for purchasing the HoMedics AquaScape
Illuminated Relaxation Bubble Light. Like the entire line of
HoMedics products, it is built with high-quality craftsmanship to provide years of dependable service. We hope you
find it to be the finest product of its kind.
HoMedics Illuminated Relaxation Bubble Lights can turn any
room into a private sanctuary in which to relax both mind
and body. Tune out the world and tune into yourself as your
thoughts slowly sink into the shimmering, bubbling light of
our Illuminated Relaxation Bubble Lights. Indulge your eyes
in the kaleidoscope of incandescent bubbles. Let your mind
wander and feel your body begin to unwind.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS:
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING
DANGER:
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
• Always unplug the appliance from the electrical outlet
immediately after using and before cleaning.
• Do not reach for an appliance that has fallen into water. Unplug it
immediately.
• If the unit is knocked over, unplug immediately.
• Do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into
a tub or sink. Do not place in or drop into water or other liquid.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, connect only to a 120 volt A/C
household outlet. Do not connect to any voltage other than that
shown on the pump.
• Do not use water above 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock
or injury to persons:
• An appliance should never be left unattended when plugged in.
Unplug unit from outlet when not in use and before putting on or
taking off parts or attachments.
• Close supervision is necessary when this appliance is used by or
near children, invalids or disabled persons.
• Use this appliance only for its intended use as described in
this manual. Do not use attachments not recommended by
HoMedics, specifically any attachment not provided with the unit.
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• Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it
is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or the
cord has been dropped into water. Return it to the HoMedics
Service Center for examination and repair.
• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Never drop or insert any object into any opening unless otherwise
directed in this instruction manual.
• Do not operate where aerosol spray products are being used or
where oxygen is being administered.
• Do not carry this appliance by supply cord or use the cord as a
handle.
• To disconnect, remove plug from outlet.
• This appliance is designed for indoor use only. Do not use
outdoors.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
SPECIAL WARNINGS:
• If you have any concerns regarding your health, consult your
doctor before using this product.
• Never leave appliance unattended while operating the unit,
especially if children are present.
• Never cover unit when it is in operation.
• Connect the adapter only to 120 volt A/C household outlet as
indicated on the label.
• Always keep the cord away from high temperature and fire.
• Unplug from the power source before cleaning, performing
maintenance, and disassembling.
•To get the most efficient bubbling effect, product must be placed
on a level and sturdy surface before using, and should not be
placed on any type of electrical appliance.
• Operate with distilled water to avoid lime residues. Do not run with
salt water (sea water).
• The electrical cord of this product cannot be replaced. If it sustains
damage, you must stop using the appliance immediately and
return it to the HoMedics Service Center for examination and
repair. (See the warranty section for HoMedics’ address.)
• Disconnect the appliance from power source before putting hands
into water.
• If the device has been exposed to a drastic temperature
fluctuation, do not plug in the bubble light immediately. The
condensation may damage the product. Do not connect to
power source until it has returned to room temperature.
• Always disconnect your AquaScape before filling with water, or
before opening the base housing.
• Never fill the AquaScape with hot liquids.
• Should you notice any leaks from your AquaScape, unplug it
immediately and email HoMedics Customer Service.
•Keep out of reach of children.
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Caution:
Only set the
bubble light
and bubble light
parts on waterproof surfaces.
Do not place in
a high-traffic
area where it
could be
bumped or
knocked over.
Important Note:
Your AquaScape
bubble light
incorporates a
high-efficiency
air pump to
generate the
powerful bubble
action. The low
level of noise
emitted by this
product is normal and should
be expected.
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AquaScape Features
• Continuously changing colors illuminate bubbles in shades
of red, yellow, green and blue.
• Pump is contained in base for an attractive, finished look
• Contemporary, geometric design
• Adds sparkling tranquility to any room
• Simple assembly in minutes
• Colorful floating sea creatures included
Assembly and Instructions for Use
1. Carefully remove your bubble light from its packaging. Be
sure you have all the necessary components (Fig. 1).
2. Your bubble light requires minimal assembly. Wipe off any
dust with a damp cloth and thoroughly rinse out the clear
acrylic portion of your light to remove any excess dust. Do
not get the base or electrical cord wet.
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3. Align each base platform with 6 holes of bubble
light bottom. Make sure to align so the vent in
one platform is directly beneath the pump vent
on the bottom of the base. Screw 6 small
screws into these holes (Fig. 2).
4. Place the bubble light base with attached pump
on a level, sturdy surface. Align the four holes
in the base of the acrylic water tank with the
four prongs on the top of the base, ensuring
the blue valve is closest to the clear plastic
tubing (Fig. 3).
5. Secure the water tank to the base with the four
included large screws and washers. Fit the
clear plastic tubing over the blue valve (Fig. 3
& 4).
6. Fit the water tank through the hole in the base
cover, and then slide cover down the length of
the water tank until it rests on the base.
NOTE: Be sure your bubble light is not
exposed to direct sunlight, heat, moisture
or dust.
7. Align the 4 prongs on the underside of the base
cover with the 4 remaining holes in the base.
Screw 4 smaller screws into these holes (Fig. 5
& 6).
8. Fill the bubble light to the optimum water level
with distilled water. Distilled water will avoid
lime residues. Sea creatures are optional but
may be added after the tube is filled with water.
NOTE: The optimum water level is marked on
the exterior of the bubble light. To avoid algae
build-up, regularly add algeacide to the water.
This can be purchased at any fish supply store.
8. Plug the end of the electrical cord into the
included AC adapter, and then plug the adapter
into a 120 volt household outlet. The bubble
light is in operation once plugged into an
electrical outlet, and must be unplugged to be
turned off.
NOTE: This bubble light is designed so that it
can run continuously, however, it is not
recommended to leave any electrical appliance
such as this one unattended while it is still
running.
Figure 1
TANK
COVER
2 BASE
PLATFORMS
4 LARGE SCREWS
10 SMALL SCREWS
4 WASHERS
BASE
COVER
WATER
TANK
ADAPTER
and
CORD
REPLACEMENT
BULB
Figure 3
Figure 2
Figure 5
Figure 4
8 SEA CREATURES
BASE
CLEAR
TUBBING
BLUE
VALVE
BASE
COVER
CONNECT TUBBING
PLATFORM
PLATFORM
BASE
ASSEMBLED
BASE
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BASE HALF
BUBBLE LIGHT BOTTOM
DOME
ASSEMBLED BASE
BASE HALF
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Cleaning and Maintenance
•To clean your AquaScape:
Never use solvents or aggressive detergents to clean your
bubble light. Use only a soft, damp cloth to wipe the
acrylic water chamber and base carefully and remove all
residues without scratching the plastic.
• To keep water clean:
To avoid algae build-up, regularly add algaecide to the
water. This can be purchased at any fish supply store.
Also, a humidifier and vaporizer treatment can be added
to the water to help it stay clean. Be sure to periodically
change the water and clean the product according to the
water condition.
•Keeping the water at an optimum
level:
Add water periodically to maintain an optimum water level.
NOTE: The optimum water level is marked with a remov-
able sticker.
• AquaScape Storage:
Unplug the bubble light from the electrical outlet, empty
the water and store in a cool, dry place.
Troubleshooting
• If the pump fails to operate, check
the following:
Check the household circuit breaker or plug unit into a different outlet to make sure the water pump is getting electrical power.
NOTE: Always disconnect the unit from the electrical outlet before handling the pump.
• Maintaining a desired water level:
Check the water level daily in the first week to measure
the rate of evaporation. Refill with water as needed.
• Weak Air Pressure:
If the air pressure is weak or if there are no bubbles,
but the light is operating, open the base and check that the
plastic tubing is not kinked or disconnected. If kinked, gently squeeze the tube back in with your fingers. If disconnected, see figures #3 and #4 in the assembly instructions.
Caution:
Except changing the lightbulb, servicing of
this bubble light
must be
performed by
authorized
HoMedics service
personnel only.
Changing the Lightbulb
Your AquaScape Bubble Light is equipped with a 20-watt,
12-volt halogen bulb. Included with each unit is one
replacement bulb which should be safely stored until
needed. To change the bulb:
1. Unplug the unit.
2. Empty unit of all water.
3. Unscrew the 4 small screws connecting the cover to the
base using a Phillips screwdriver. Lift the base cover.
Unscrew the 4 large screws connecting the water tank
to the base with a Phillips screwdriver and separate the
water tank from the base (Fig. 6).
4. Using pliers, remove the nut holding the color wheel in
place and remove color wheel, revealing the halogen
bulb (Fig. 7).
NOTE: Allow the bulb to cool if hot. Do not attempt to
replace a hot bulb.
5 Carefully pull up and away to disconnect the two springs
from the metal frame which holds the bulb in place.
Remove the metal frame, and set it aside (Fig. 8).
6. Carefully remove the old bulb by pulling straight up
(Fig. 9).
7. Replace with the new bulb.
8. Set the metal frame on the bulb, and reattach the two
springs to hold the bulb in place.
9. Place the color wheel over the bulb, and reattach the nut
to hold the wheel in place.
10. When reconnecting the water tank and base, ensure
there are no kinks in the tubing and the electrical cord is
not twisted. The cord should extend from the pump
through the notch in the base of the unit (Fig. 10).
NOTE: Use only the type of bulb specified in this
instruction manual.
Figure 7
Figure 8
NUT
COLOR
WHEEL
BULB
FRAME
SPRING
Figure 9
Figure 10
7
Figure 6
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