mine doesnt have strong vapor. is it the way it is or defected? i just got mine shipped and its working fine except for the part my vapor isnt strong like the video posted up there even though i did put it on highest level.is mine defected or is it just the way it is?to describe my highest vapor:vapor goes down right after it comes out of the mouth(penguin) mine doesnt have strong vapor. is it the way it is or defected? i just got mine shipped and its working fine except for the part my vapor isnt strong like the video posted up there even... » Read More mine doesnt have strong vapor. is it the way it is or defected? i just got mine shipped and its working fine except for the part my vapor isnt strong like the video posted up there even though i did put it on highest level.is mine defected or is it just the way it is?to describe my highest vapor:vapor goes down right after it comes out of the mouth(penguin) « Show Less
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I have the elephant model and, after two weeks of use, it stopped coming out strong. I'm very disappointed; we got this because our 3 month-old was sick (and still is9 and the doctor recommended a cool mist humidifier.
122078
I have an elephant model and it is about two weeks old. It suddenly is not putting out vapor. It sounds the same but no vapor. What do I do now?
122079
I have the same prolem too. I think its the design of the penguin mouth. It is not tilted upwards enough.
122080
I got the same problem, my one is elephant model. no vapor come out suddenly after two weeks of use, so disappointed and dunno how to fit it!!!!!!
122081
My elephant too. I contacted the company. They said if you have the reciept, to email them and they will send you an email response with shipping address, etc. and they will send a replacement part. You likely need an entirely new base/body of the elephant. You will need to clip the wire and send it in with the reciept (less than 1yr so it is under warranty). Or, if you don't want to do all that, they told me I could return it to the store to return or exchange it. I think a trip tp the store sounds best.
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I honestly believe that is a defect - UNLESS you have a draft, then it is due to the draft. You can check for drafts using a candle, cigarette even, or incense. I have had mine in a motor home that was drafty and it would kick on and off because it was set too low so first try to raise the heater temp to the max (we had to do that and it didn't cost much either compared to our other heater). THEN if it still kicks on and off I would contact the company - we are going on 2 years with ours in Eastern WA state where it is very cold. Now that I am in a place with no draft, it doesn't kick on and off as much, lol.Hope that helps :) I honestly believe that is a defect - UNLESS you have a draft, then it is due to the draft. You can check for drafts using a candle, cigarette even, or incense. I have had mine in a motor home that was drafty and it would kick on and off because it was set too low so first try to raise the heater temp to the max (we had to do that and it didn't cost much either compared to our other heater). THEN if it still kicks on and off I would contact the company - we are going on 2 years with ours in Eastern WA state where it is very cold. Now that I am in a place with no... » Read More I honestly believe that is a defect - UNLESS you have a draft, then it is due to the draft. You can check for drafts using a candle, cigarette even, or incense. I have had mine in a motor home that was drafty and it would kick on and off because it was set too low so first try to raise the heater temp to the max (we had to do that and it didn't cost much either compared to our other heater). THEN if it still kicks on and off I would contact the company - we are going on 2 years with ours in Eastern WA state where it is very cold. Now that I am in a place with no draft, it doesn't kick on and off as much, lol.Hope that helps :) « Show Less
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Mine is OK as long as you drink it black. I like how it still tastes good after an hour or more. But, you have to nuke it to get it not enough after that amount of time. I wouldn't buy another one.
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I love mine as well and have had mine for quite some time (over a year) and haven't had any problems. The only time it seems that the air pressure is less is when I've inadvertently failed to tighten the valve cap enough. Other than that being your possible problem I'm not sure what to offer as a solution. I use it along with adding a couple tablespoons of Alkalol and the results are just fantastic at stoping a cold in its tracks! Sorry I couldn't be of more help!
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I blew it up w my mouth. I think I had a hard time getting it started at first. Try pulling it apart first and then blow it up. That should help. Make sure to pinch opening as well.
912218
I have noticed a small leakage at the base sometimes, if you didn't clean it right after using it maybe it got stuck when that juice that leaked dried up, I would try pouring some hot water in the bowl and letting it sit for a few minutes and see if that helps.
2089740
You should be able to see the vapor. I agree with the other comment about contacting Amazon about a defective product.
2277662
When I first got mine, I set it up in the kitchen under some lights, filled the water tank, and then turned it on to confirm it worked. I ran it for a few minutes and then unplugged it and carried it to my room. I noticed that it wasn't blowing out much mist. Like you are noticing now. I proceeded to empty out the basin and try again, and it worked like a champ. See, in carrying it down the hall with the water tank full, when it gets jostled around with the valve open, more water gets into the basin than should be and the ultrasonic platter can't work through the higher levels of water. Just empty out the basin, put the water tank back on and turn it on. Also, the more you turn the knob, the more mist comes out. Turn it until it stops turning, that's full power.
927785
the same thing happened to mine....and it is sitting in a box because I hate to throw it out.....mine was an open box item.....however, I have invested so much money on the pods that I have to replace it.
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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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Thanks all for your help and advice. I called 3M and he said I should return it to the store. Sounded like the urethane had hardened in the tube. Returned this afternoon. Got a new tube with a current lot number. Haven't opened it yet. Here's hoping.
133760
Sorry for the delayed reply. I sent an email to fuego concerning a faulty igniter and they sent me a replacement by return mail. There was no correspondence just the replacement igniter. I have to give them credit for standing behind their product.
1650774
After filling with water, adding a few drops of my essential oil and turning on the unit...there must be heat to create the terrific aromatic vapor...I have not noticed it being extremely hot. This unit works really well.
1208174
It is faulty, I have had several of these and once in a while you get one like this...sorry but they are cheap. The one I have now flows great too, like most do. It must be something to do with manufacture process...FYI
1104830
When it is on, there is a soft blue light. It turns red when it is empty. Also, no vapor will be coming out of the top (you can feel when it does/doesn't)
1284220
I'm going to ask some questions that may insult your intelligence: 1.)Is the attache propane tank full? 2.)Is the propane tank valve fully open? 3.) Is the boost valve on the Hot Max fully open? If all true, you have a defective unit - send it back. Mine worked fine with a full tank, fully opened tank valve and a fully opened boost value.
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The majority of the posts are positive. However, a few fuss about "breakage" and/or the heating element dying out after a couple of uses.What model is yours? I am begining to comprehend the proper uses and the best recipes, but "model numbers" are not given with the posts.MML