I've used this humidifier only once, but note that it does get the table wet (not just damp). Does anyone know what I am doing wrong --- or is this one defective
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I would say that your unit is defective, yes. I used my humidifier all last winter in my office, and never had this problem.
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I haven't had mine that long, but the unit is functioning great, so far. I do know that humidity can cause the problem you are referring to. I had another device with a similar read out that got wet. Maybe try this, remove the batteries from the unit and seal this device in a large zip lock bag with rice in it. This works beautifully for phones and for the device I talked about earlier. It's certainly worth a try.
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First, I would make sure all the settings are correct. If they are, and if you have humidity, then I would say you got a dud. We're in the northeast, where it's been disgustingly humid for it seems like forever, and ours is working fine. We empty it 3 or 4 times a day and run it on high, usually. If you got a defective unit, I don't know what the return policy is, but would think the company -- or Amazon -- will honor the warranty without any problem.
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As I have previouly stated, I had this unit professionly installed, however, I do know in my case, mine doesn't control my humidifier as I had a high end unit installed. The man gave me a detailed instruction and a users manual on the unit. The secret is ask around for a reliable, responsive professional. Gary
1659002
I just got mine a couple weeks ago and have used it 3 times. I do see and hear the steam when using it, it sounds like something might be wrong with yours.
2105247
I live in Southern California and it's super dry all the time. When I use this humidifier, it will run almost continuously, rarely kicking off. I don't think it's broken. I think it's doing its job of pumping moisture into extremely dry air. I know the air feels better and my husband and I feel better when I keep it running. So I think it's doing what it's supposed to do. However, you can certainly call customer service for Vornado and ask them too! Hope that helps.
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.
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My remote doesn't work well either. Hit adn miss as to if the humidifier receives the signal even with direct line of sight. It frequently registers an entirely different humidity than the humidifier, even when set on top of the humidifier for "calibration". I wouldn't bother with the remote - get some exercise, walk over and adjust the fan or shutoff humidity.
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Mine worked well for several weeks ,then stopped,I have noticed some condensation in it,so,I presume it is not absolutely water tight,I have brought it inside to try to dry it out,to see if it will start working again.
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Our carpet does not feel wet at all. Not even in front of the humidifier where the water vapor comes from. The ultrasonic humidifier has several settings. You will be able to find one that suits your needs and keeps the carpet dry. I suspect the people having the wet carpet symptom have the unit running full blast when they don't need to. I suggest you experiment with yours by turning it to a low setting for a day and increase the humidity volume until you feel comfortable and your carpet still feels dry.
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same here- tried cleaning it, no luck- when I first turn it on a lot of mist comes out and then hardly any, then puffs, then nothingedit- just poured out a lot of the water out of the cup and it works beautifully again! I think it requires a lot less water in the cup than you might think...I misplaced the measuring cup that came with mine. Although if yours doesn't mist at all that's probably not the problem....edit again- it ran out of water before the cycle was done...so that doesn't seem right to me either
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Be sure to check your humidistat setting & remember the unit operates automatically beyond a +/- 5% variance from that setting. Also be sure to check tank fill level that isn't getting tripped somehow. If these two tips don't help I'd contact PerfectAire customer service.
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I have no idea what your problem could be as I am on my second one and have not had any problems with it making my night stand wet. It does make my hair and my covers a little wet because I like to have it very close to my face so that is to be expected. Other than that, I have had absolutely no problems with this humidifer. Perhaps it needs to be replaced.
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My "guess" ... If the condensation is warm/hot ....it's not sealed correctly... the rubber/foam seal at the top of the body that snugs up to the top of the humidifier must be tight.... If it's not.. steam is able to escape... hope this helps.... Greg
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You don't want to restrict water flow on a humidifier. It's an all-or-nothing thing. Either it runs or it doesn't, which ie controlled by the hUmidistat. Even at full-bore though it uses very little water. Mine had to be drained into the sump well for lack of a nearby drain and it's never been anywhere close to enough to kick on. I'd guess a typical cycle uses less than a glass of water judging from the trickle I've observed in the clear drainage tube
746206
Unfortunately, while this is a decent humidifier, what you mentioned is an annoying problem with it. I have bought two and have the same problem.
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I put the drops of essential oil in with the water. I've only had mine for about a month and I've not had to clean it yet. I've noticed it stays cleaner than the last humidifier we had. I don't think there was a warranty but I am not positive.