In stores, when I see humidifiers, I always see bottles of "bacteriostat". Should that be used in addition to these cartridges, or instead of them?
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I just buy the Protec, as its made for it. I'm hesitant about putting anything more. like a liquid. However, since we have a wood stove and it dries out the air, I have to use something and my ENT doctor said humidifier are full of germs, so I use the easy drop in Protec ball.
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Good question. Besides the instructions stating life expectancy of the cartridge which is not a great gauge because it depends on how many times you actually fill the humidifier, you can also see the chips/substance in the cartridge disintegrate over time. Guessing when mine are just plastic empty cartridges it is time to change them.
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I don't know about the Crane brand. Even using the Protec in my Vicks humidifier and changing it the first of every month, it is filthy and takes a lot of cleaning with Q-tips. Might want to get some long Q-tips. I have soft water so if your water is hard, it might get even filthier. Judith
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Now I am getting a little confused myself. I found out that there are other FPA models that provide a humidifier function too... Sorry, not much help.
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There actually is a related filter, or "demineralization cartridge", if you don't want area around the humidifier to show a white mineral residue (or your lungs to accumulate the same if you operate it near your bed). It's designed to screw on in place of the OEM water tank cap, and reminds me of a Brita water filter insert. I found it sold as a "Sunbeam Demineralization Cartridge", model SDC2300-UM. Here's one source: http://www.jardenstore.com/productdetails.aspx?pid=2517
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These aren't actual prepackaged filters they are loose filter media. You can buy filter bags to put them in or if you have a hang on back filter system you can place them in the back of the filter loose or put them in filter bags, works either way. Like Jason said it collects beneficial bacteria on it that helps your water parameters a lot. If they need to be rinsed off then use Luke warm water so it doesn't kill all of the beneficial bacteria.
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You know, I have had mine for a long time.Yes, I probably should humidify my humidor more often by pouring more distilled water in it, but I smoke about one cigar every few months.That being said, I bought the one tube months ago, and whenever they are all brown and shrunken again, I fill it with distilled water.Still on the same tube.
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Pour the antibacterial in the tank. You can buy the chemicals-- same brand same size at Lowes for under $5 per bottle. This humidifier woks beautifuly. We run it on the lowest setting. While I would like to run it higher the noise is deafening. All in all an excellent unit. We also have found the filters for less online.
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The Homedics cartridge is about an inch long and barely 1/2" wide. The info on the package says it will treat 1 gallon of water forabout 40 fillings. Depending on the volume of water in your humidifier...it should work. It is a small gamble...I am using it in a non-Homedics humidifier...a dual tank Walgreen's. I place one cartridge in each tank...each of which is just slightly over 1/2 a gallon.It lasts 6 weeks of daily fillings.
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I think it comes with 1 cartridge. Unless you have very hard water though, you don't need them. I live on Lake Michigan, water contains very few minerals & I have never bought one.As a side note - I still keep seeing comments from people that they are unhappy with this humidifier. My experience is absolutely the opposite. I've owned at least 7 or 8 humidifiers and this Honeywell is by far the best one - 5 years old & still works like new.
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I am sure it is safe to use on a humidifier since it is safe for food equipment. However there maybe a more effective cheaper descaling product out there since any residue left does not have to be food safe.
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No you have to use the solution -or at least something similar from another brand. You can only use water for the sponge type humidifier. This guy is composed of several small gel beads that rely on the solution they sell. It looks expensive, but it's way worth it. The beads require much less service than the sponge. It took me a long time to get through my first bottle.
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For mineral buildup, I use a capful of this (available on Amazon) and it appears to work: Holmes Lime Scale Treatment Solution for Humidifiers, S1705PDQ-U
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I used mine extensive last year for about 4 months and it needed minor cleaning monthly and again before putting it away. Even with the bacteriostatic solution it got a bit slimy were the water sits but none of the nasty mineral crystals like other types of humidifiers. Warm soap and water, or a quick run in the dishwasher is fine and you don't need to cycle vinegar through it like a coffee pot, very easy. I was surprised at the length of use I got out of the filters and how cheap it is to use generic filters cut to the proper length.
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Depends on you humidifier. most will say not to add anything to them unless there is a special area to add the oil to. it ruins them.
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I put just a few drops of Clorox in the water every now and then, just to keep it bacteria free. I think you can also purchase anti-bacterial liquid, but why, when you can use Clorox? I love this humidifier and will never buy one with a filter again. Also, I have a problem picking up the bigger ones to refill them, so this size is good for those with weak hands or arms..
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I would think so. As long as it has a tank of water I think it can be used. This isn't the vicks one that you put medicine in is it? If it is then I would say no to that. But my opinion: I wouldn't waste the money on these. They made my humidifiers get dirty faster