How to maintain safely? I've seen some mold after 2weeks using.
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Be sure you understand whether it is mold or mineral discoloration from the water. This unit will not grow mold, bacteria or mildew even though it is wet all the time. The molds are black dots and the size is about 1/4" diameter or bigger. The dark or light orange or yellow color is from the minerals in tap water. If you use distilled water or reverse osmosis filtered water, there will be no color change for a long time. The pure white color filters enable you to notice the color changes quickly. In rare cases, molds grow on the surface of filters. Cleaning mold is almost impossible. Do not use bleach to clean. Bleach is harmful to the body. Replacing filters is recommended, and you can buy them on their web site. The filter pads can be removed for replacement or washing by slipping them in or out of their respective slot. Maintenance: Cleaning a couple of times per month is recommended. It will not be easy cleaning filters after they get too dirty. Normally, the filters last for a few years if you clean them regularly and properly. Simply pop it in the dishwasher. If you do not have a dishwasher, without removing the filters, soak in cold water with a half cup (4 ozs.) of white vinegar for 6-7 hours. Rinse thoroughly with cold tap water.
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What I've done was made sure that I allowed the filters to completely dry out once a week. And if I remembered made sure to wash the filters. I washed in the dishwasher and worked fine. I may start to wash more by hand with vinegar as that may allow the filters to last longer...in my opinion. I hope this helps.
248598
I am in a very dry climate at 6500 feet and get no mold at all. The mold spores must be in the air or water. I get a layer of crystallized minerals on the upper edge of the evaporation sheets, but they dissolve if the sheets are turned over. Maybe flipping the sheets would also help with mold. Otherwise I think you're supposed to wash them periodically.
973717
I've had mine for about 6 months as well and have not seen mold growing in it or on it. I think it's best to leave it out to dry and not let it sit in water after use.
1009441
I had the same problem so I first used bleach an water which killed the mold and smell, then I used CLR which did a great job of cleaning it. Hope that helps
310976
No - mine has been fine the entire time. My only complaint is the fungal build-up... have to use vinegar every few weeks to clean it out.
1432028
Mine hasn't gotten moldy yet and it's used constantly. Daughter is 5 months old. I've hand washed it a few times. I love it!!
992614
No mold or mildew. Still looks like new after several months use. We clean bowl after each fill, about once a week.
2197323
After I installed it, it had the new rubber bellows smell, over time this will leave, you need to keep the bellows clean and dry after using, this will prevent the mold smell from forming.
1250864
I have not had any go bad if it is unopened, but I found that it needs to be refrigerated after opening or it will grow mold on top. I would recommend using within 4 weeks of opening if it is kept refrigerated.
900024
Wow, mine has never gotten moldy, so the only thing that I can suggest is that you make sure you pour all the excess ice and water out and make sure that it is dry. I don't use mine every day so I don't know how much extra work that will add to your usage. Sorry I can't be more helpful.
1093357
I'm not pleased with mine. I had more than a few refuse to seal no matter what I did. I'm in a desert so I don't know about mold/mildew.
1484020
I've been using mine for a long time. I hand wash them in warm water and air dry. Never experienced mold. Just keep them clean and don't leave anything in for too long and you should be fine.
2259825
I have gotten some mold off. It wasn't badly molded but it did take it off. I do recommend buying a bottle of Genesis 950 cleaner to add to your solution. It is amazing stuff and really cleans/disinfects. You can buy it online direct from the company-Amerikal Products. It's well worth it and all you add is a capful of solution.
1798382
I would suggest bleaching first, let it dry, then use the benzarid fungicide. It will prevent future mold and mildew growth for a long time as it has on my house.
1740670
Make sure to wash face before use. And I read somewhere to rinse off in water and let air dry between uses..
1530608
I don't know the answer, but I suggest you contact the manufacturer, ToiletTree Products, Inc. 517 Rt. 9W North, Upper Nyack, NY 10960. I'm sure they can help you. You can probably find them on the web. My other suggestion is that you soak the water reservoir in hot water and bleach. That will kill the mold and it will be good as new. Finally, I suggest you remove the reservoir from the unit after each use and make sure it's empty, then dry both parts. That should prevent mold from returning.
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I've had it 6 months. It's been to countless locker rooms and stored in a plastic bag in a tote during transport. Hasn't accumulated mold or mildew at all. If it did, which I don't think it will, it would probably wipe right off. I'd use a little cleaning vinegar if it's stuck on. Hope this helps!
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This is my 2nd set over the past 3 years. Both were exposed to moisture, I've never had a problem with mold or mildew.