why did my humidifier just stop working? Is it filter issue or something else
2068990
A few things. If it's several years old and it's running all day, the motor could have burned out. After usage, was the humidifier cleaned including wiping the blades? Was it ever stored where there is dampness such as a basement? Several factors. I've had mine over 8 years and it's a table top. When it goes, I know I got my money's worth and will buy another unit. It is NOT worth it to replace the motor IF that is the problem as it's too costly. Good luck.
2068991
I would contact Essick. Last year my humidifier didn't work but just groaned when I first started it. It was only the second year I'd had it. I called Essick and learned that the year before, the motors were defective in a group that had been sold. Because I had my receipt which I faxed to Essick, a new humidifier was sent to me a no charge. It worked well last season and is working well this season with new filters. I doubt that your problem is a filter issue. Good luck.
2068992
I had the same thing. It was dirty... Use white vinegar to clean the water reservoir and fan. Replug in, place in the reservoir tank filled. It should work. These need new filters about every three months because they filter alot of air, its amazing whats in our air..especially if you keep a window open... Hope this helps.
1679928
Have you tried adding a pinch of salt to the water? The humidifier requires water with minerals in it to function properly. If you have "soft water" (little or no minerals) it wont work. The humidifier uses two electrical posts and passes a current between them to heat the water quickly and produce steam. Pure water is not conductive and the current cannot pass from one post to the other. Adding salt to the water provides the necessary minerals to make the water capable of carrying an electrical current. It should produce visible steam within 5 minutes.
2027244
Sorry, I have no idea. The humidifier only lasted 2 years before it died. Very disappointed considering the price I paid.
1671434
Yes there is a very large filter in the center of the unit. It needs to be changed periodically. The filter will turn brown and get stiff. There's an indicator light when the filter needs to be changed. I had unit a humidifier without a unit and it left a white film over my furniture and floor. I got rid of that one!
921293
I also thought that mine was broken ad well after a short amount of time. mine doesn't seem to work if I fill it past the 300 ml line. I would suggest trying filling half. Thats how I get mine to produce the mist.
155986
To quote the manual, "In case there is no water in the bottle, the humidifier will automatically shut off. Once the water is refilled, the humidifier will start working again." Which is exactly what mine does.
1888393
This is a self-contained filter. The humidifier I have, you just drop the filter in the tank, fill the tank with water, set the tank on the base, and turn on the humidifier.The filter only helps to keep the water clean; you have to turn the humidifier ON to get the humidifying effect.You can use one filter for about 30 days, then you toss it and start over with a new one.
1841495
I bought mine from Amazon. Just type in uhe-oc1 and the humidifier will come up but also the filters. They are little oval blue things. I bought mine last year and had different filters that are round, can't find those so I'm now using the blue ones. Hope this helps.
2171924
Unfortunately (or perhaps fortunately) my unit ceased working before the Amazon 30-day return limit occurred. I returned this with no problems whatsoever, and then purchased a different humidifier. Don't know about the warranty from the manufacturer.
1077805
I replace mine once a month. You could probably go a bit longer if you don't have hard water and if you clean the humidifier once a week as recommended. I do a thorough clean only once a month and replace the filter at that time since it gets all gunky from both the dust it sucks in and the hard water build-up.
1124923
I have had my humidifier for three years now and have never had a problem. I think if it were mine I would clean it very,very well with bleach then use water conditioner they sell for them I use the little blue ball and water conditioner both.
1851411
Depends on your usage, how hard your water is and how often you clean it. If you maintain properly, it should last 3 to 6 months. Google how to clean a humidifier filter. Cleaning it is the key to its longevity.
2227240
You need to fill up your water tank once again when you see the "F" show up. Don't forget to add the bacteriostatic agent so you don't grow any mold. Good luck. I love my humidifier and it is wonderful to have a much moister environment. Arlene.
281425
I would say that your unit is defective, yes. I used my humidifier all last winter in my office, and never had this problem.
275127
Hmmm That's interesting; it's always worked for me. Dumb question: did you fully close the humidor (i.e. create a full seal)? I can't really answer why it would do that; it's never done that for me. What sort of solution did you use: humidifier solution, distilled water or tap water? I've only used either humidified solution and distilled water, never tap water, which has pollutants. I'm not sure if that might've contributed. I am, by no means, an expert on humidification. Sorry I can't help more. By the way, my humidor stores 120 cigars, and I keep two of them in there.
1341996
I had this same problem. I have two of these humidifier and had them for two years. Both of them started make a grinding sort of noise after two years. I researched online and was ready to buy a new one, but wanted to know if there was any way of fixing it. The answer is yes!!! Check out this video and this could solve the loud noise your humidifier is making: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjRDjOL8nCY. I followed the video and it fixed the noise problem and humidifier works great and quiet!!! Very grateful for this video!
1937664
Unacceptable that your humidifier beeps all the time--Send it back to the manufacturer (we had to do this once) and get a refund (or your humidifier back!Good luck! Joan