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!!!!!!
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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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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.
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Ive always wondered if "sealing" around the edges with a wax or something similar would work. Or does the majority evaporate from the wick? Im going to try it with mine and see how it works... will report back.
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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.
544259
Cool. It's ionized so there not actually much vapor, just a thin stream. I love mine and I even thought about getting another one if that ever tears up. It's great for eo's :)
2134759
No. It isn't a vaporizer or humidifyer. It doesn't heat up or steam. Air comes out. You cant see it but you should be able to feel a light cool breeze coming out of the vents.
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Oh, mine also came badly broken. But I bought the same one from a store locally. I would not recommend ordering an aquarium if at all possible. I ordered 3 from 3 different places, all came broken.
367156
you might have to play with the regulators...i noticed when i have the burners off and turn the tank on that you will hear a click and i think the pressure needs to equalize before trying to start it. it happens when i change tanks and i usually wait and then it gets hot, if i start it right away i have trouble getting a high temp. also watch the wind, i have my door face the wind and play with the dampners on the sides. i have been using mine in 10 degree weather and it is heating just fine. as far as damage i didnt experience that.
675532
Mine only does that when I put too much tobacco in it. Try putting less and see what happens. I know of 5 others who use this item and they all work well.
477165
I have yet to get a successful flight out of mine, and I've flown my night vapor and larger scale Sensei and home built foamies pretty well. Part of it may be this one being more sensitive to the wind. But I haven't damaged it... Yet.
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.
411826
might be the way your packing the tobacco is forcing the tube off, tobacco should be not too loose, not to packed, avoid too much of the fine power. sometimes it just takes time to master if your new, avoid forcing handle if it gets stuck, lastly I believe their website or YouTube had an instruction video, might be good to review.
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.
50483
Sounds like it is broken. Send it back. You should at least see steam. It got the bottles to hot for me and I don't have time for that with a crying baby. Send it back.
189413
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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Based on my experience with the product, I suspect that the review you reference was done by someone who either had a defective unit (I don't know how good their quality control is, or who didn't ensure that the seal was tight before starting smoking. Mine arrives with a fairly loose fit between the lid and the pan, but I followed the instructions in the instruction manual and I haven't had any problems with too much smoke escaping. Some escapes, certainly, but not enough to result in anything more than a slight smell of smoke (which I don't mind). Keeping a window open nearby (if your local weather allows it) should eliminate that problem entirely. Based on my experience with the product, I suspect that the review you reference was done by someone who either had a defective unit (I don't know how good their quality control is, or who didn't ensure that the seal was tight before starting smoking. Mine arrives with a fairly loose fit between the lid and the pan, but I followed the instructions in the instruction manual and I haven't had any problems with too much smoke escaping. Some escapes, certainly, but not enough to result in anything more than a slight smell of smoke (which I don't mind). Keeping a window open nearby (if your... » Read More Based on my experience with the product, I suspect that the review you reference was done by someone who either had a defective unit (I don't know how good their quality control is, or who didn't ensure that the seal was tight before starting smoking. Mine arrives with a fairly loose fit between the lid and the pan, but I followed the instructions in the instruction manual and I haven't had any problems with too much smoke escaping. Some escapes, certainly, but not enough to result in anything more than a slight smell of smoke (which I don't mind). Keeping a window open nearby (if your local weather allows it) should eliminate that problem entirely. « Show Less