I hear a boiling sound as the mist evaporates. Is that normal or did I assemble it wrong?
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That boiling sound is the normal sound of creating the mist. That is exactly how this unit humidifies your home. It is a sign that the tank is empty when you don't hear the boiling sound.
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I havent installed it yet. My existing was sounded like the bearings were going out so I got one ordered, but it quieted back down. I would make sure that the drain on the bottom is clear so your not getting condensate in the bottom of the fan. If it were a high pitch noise, I would say it is a bearing, but low pitch noises are normally imballance - which could be caused by things like a little rub on a blade, blade manufaturing defect, condensate in the bottom, pluggage on the inlet or outlet, or a slight missalignment. Hope this helps and good luck. Sorry for the late response. I thought this was just junk email from amazon. I havent installed it yet. My existing was sounded like the bearings were going out so I got one ordered, but it quieted back down. I would make sure that the drain on the bottom is clear so your not getting condensate in the bottom of the fan. If it were a high pitch noise, I would say it is a bearing, but low pitch noises are normally imballance - which could be caused by things like a little rub on a blade, blade manufaturing defect, condensate in the bottom, pluggage on the inlet or outlet, or a slight missalignment. Hope this helps and good luck. Sorry for the late response. I thought... » Read More I havent installed it yet. My existing was sounded like the bearings were going out so I got one ordered, but it quieted back down. I would make sure that the drain on the bottom is clear so your not getting condensate in the bottom of the fan. If it were a high pitch noise, I would say it is a bearing, but low pitch noises are normally imballance - which could be caused by things like a little rub on a blade, blade manufaturing defect, condensate in the bottom, pluggage on the inlet or outlet, or a slight missalignment. Hope this helps and good luck. Sorry for the late response. I thought this was just junk email from amazon. « Show Less
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Same thing happened to me. The bottle I received squirted a stream at first. So, I ran the the whole can under warm water for about a minute then I took off the tip and placed that I hot water for about a minute. Seemed to fix the problem and it finally sprayed as a mist.
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I never saw any mist come out but I did smell the vapor. Like some of the others have mentioned this doesn't serve he purpose of neither a dehumidifier or an air cleaner...it probably puts out maybe 2 tablespoons of water per day. To answer your question, unfortunately I would probably have to say yes it's normal.
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The answer by "brbrigs" is correct! I just received mine in the mail and set it up and there was no mist coming out. Apparently I filled my tank with too much water and it looked like the basin at the base was a huge pool of water. I dumped that out and poured a few cups of water out of the tank. I restarted the humidifier and there is a strong mist coming out now! Try that. I think it'll work.
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My suggestion is that you check the seal on the lid and make sure that you are seating and locking the lid on properly. As far as the steam making a mess---you are probably not letting the pot cool down enough before you release the pressure. Please, read the book!
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Did u put the cold lid on the boiling liquid? Maybe the lid was defective to begin with.
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I'm not sure what the problem could be, I have not had any problems like that. Be sure the mist does not come too close to furniture or any thing else. Other than that, I really don't know what it could be.
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I haven't had this particular one before. I had their flat tabletop one, which is a hot mist and surprisingly, the same price, considering it's really a mess to use.
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It depends where you mounted the humidistat. Is it upstream or down stream from the humidifier? If it's upstream that would be normal. It would also be normal if you have any other source of humidity in the living area such as fish tanks, steam from shower, boiling a lot of water in the kitchen area, etc.
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Mine never made that pitched noise, and I don't think it is normal. What I would do: exchanging it only. In my opinion, Cuisinart is dependable. ...But even the best one may fail some time, I guess.
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I do not have a boiling noise however, mine does make a noise like it is on or something but not boiling.
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The noise I experienced sounded like the unit was under water. It was so annoying I didn't want the thing on. I finally figured out that they build all these units now to not drain water in between the compressor fan and condenser coil in the back of the unit. The compressor fan than using a sling blade to slosh the water up on the condenser coil cooling it. Although this makes it slightly more efficient, I couldn't stand the noise. One carefully placed drilled hole in the back right in front of the condenser coil and the noise is now gone. The unit is finally super quiet again (as far as window air conditioners go. The noise I experienced sounded like the unit was under water. It was so annoying I didn't want the thing on. I finally figured out that they build all these units now to not drain water in between the compressor fan and condenser coil in the back of the unit. The compressor fan than using a sling blade to slosh the water up on the condenser coil cooling it. Although this makes it slightly more efficient, I couldn't stand the noise. One carefully placed drilled hole in the back right in front of the condenser coil and the noise is now gone. The unit is finally super quiet again (as far as... » Read More The noise I experienced sounded like the unit was under water. It was so annoying I didn't want the thing on. I finally figured out that they build all these units now to not drain water in between the compressor fan and condenser coil in the back of the unit. The compressor fan than using a sling blade to slosh the water up on the condenser coil cooling it. Although this makes it slightly more efficient, I couldn't stand the noise. One carefully placed drilled hole in the back right in front of the condenser coil and the noise is now gone. The unit is finally super quiet again (as far as window air conditioners go. « Show Less
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Questionable at this time. It has started making noises as of yesterday.Hope it is not about to conk out.
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It makes some boiling sound, kind of a white noise sort of thing. I don't find it bothersome at all.
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Mine would beep it the water level was low. If your is filled to the proper level and there is no mist, then I think that you have a defective mister.
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It's noticeable but not the worst I've heard. Putting it up high (be careful, drippage) might block it. We had music and the noise wasn't a problem. Can definitely talk over it. Please be aware that I personally had TERRIBLE dripping problems with mine but perhaps it was a defective item. Best of luck if you purchase!