How easy is it to thoroughly clean the inside of the water tank? Every humidifier I've every had became slimy and mildewy, and most of them had areas
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Very easy. The unit comes with a small brush tucked inside the water holding tank. I also use a wet paper towel on o get mildew out of corners
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This is the third winter I have used this humidifier. It has not gotten the top of my dresser wet, not once. This is the first humidifier I have used that did not make the surface wet. Be careful when taking the tank off the base and putting the tank back on the base. I find it easy to do. One hint--make sure the gasket is flat before screwing the lid back on. Then don't tighten it too tight.
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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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The tidy tank sludge stuff should take care of most of it. http://smile.amazon.com/B00FQMGR1S
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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.
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I would recommend getting a humidifier with a better handle, the handle on this is very poor and they don't recommend using it to hold the water tank. The tank can be slippery when wet. I dropped mine trying to fill it and the water tank shattered, and I'm no where near 80 years old.
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I use tap water which is hard water and not distilled water. Had no problems so far. But I don't use the humidifier frequently. Might probably want to clean with vinegar if prolonged use results in sediments or residue.
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Hi, I don't think it is more difficult to clean than any other brand. The dust is really no big deal. My issues with it are the cost, since I am not so sure we needed to spend so much on a humidifier. Also the settings are tough to manipulate, I think. I set it to 90 percent humidity, and it goes settles on 60 and stays there. So I am not so sure the controls really mean anything. Otherwise it's doing the job.
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From my perspective, it is not easy. Unless you don't mind having left over residue from the previous diffusing session. One suggestion that I found was to fill the tank with a vinegar and water mixture and run it through the diffuser for about an hour in order to clean the diffuser tank.
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It's quite simple: you just lift the tank and rinse out the base with cold water (be careful not to get water into the spout). The specs recommend that you disinfect with vinegar every week, but we do it about once a month or so with no adverse effects.The daily (or once every two days) rinse is important though, without that you'll get mineral depositing.What I really like about the humidifier (besides the quiet operation) is that there is no filter. Those things get really dirty really fast because they suck up dust, etc from the air. Instead, the atomizer gives you a cool clean visible mist. It's quite simple: you just lift the tank and rinse out the base with cold water (be careful not to get water into the spout). The specs recommend that you disinfect with vinegar every week, but we do it about once a month or so with no adverse effects.The daily (or once every two days) rinse is important though, without that you'll get mineral depositing.What I really like about the humidifier (besides the quiet operation) is that there is no filter. Those things get really dirty really fast because they suck up dust, etc from the air. Instead, the atomizer gives... » Read More It's quite simple: you just lift the tank and rinse out the base with cold water (be careful not to get water into the spout). The specs recommend that you disinfect with vinegar every week, but we do it about once a month or so with no adverse effects.The daily (or once every two days) rinse is important though, without that you'll get mineral depositing.What I really like about the humidifier (besides the quiet operation) is that there is no filter. Those things get really dirty really fast because they suck up dust, etc from the air. Instead, the atomizer gives you a cool clean visible mist. « Show Less
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Best thing I have found to do is if you are using the humidifying feature to always keep water in it. it only got smelly when the humidifier ran and the water ran out. Also once you fill up the water and run the unit for 20-30 min the smell goes away. so far it seems to be the only problem I've experienced with this unit.
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I feel that it is fairly easy - I use my bottle for water only. What I normally do is put a little dish soap in it and rinse it with hot faucet water. I currently do not have the brush you can purchase to clean it. That might be a better solution to what I am doing currently, but I have had my bottle for about 4 months now and there is no mildew growing and I can get the bottle clean with my method.
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I have not had a problem with cleaning out the water tank...its opening is large enough and rinsed easily. Hope this helps you.
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On the motor side only the bottom part with 3screws and the tube those you can take its out ,base and water container clean with vinegar .The motor I use air compressor to clean it. Use soft water as you can to avoid deposit Change the humidifier after 18 months
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My tank was a mess. I've only used it once so far and it is spotless. It's been about 2 months at least. I'm glad I bought it!
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Yes, these are just meant to be dropped into the water tank, and they work well. I have the same problem with mold in the humidifier base you are experiencing, and I clean it periodically the low-tech way with a paper towel and a bit of dish detergent.
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Very well! And i just run hot water through it and polish with a soft cloth. I just googled cleaning options. There are other ways, but that was the easiest way i found.