Just got mine. What is the best way to water it and take care of it initially?
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I read you are supposed to soak it, then let the soil dry out on the top before you water it again. Too much watering can cause it to rot. Also keep it in a warm sunny spot. Mine is still alive and doing well!
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So far I just wash it out with soap and water but plan to run vinegar water thru it soon. Haven't had it that long.
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the best way to wash it is with a garden hose and scrub brush. simply hang to dry thank you
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Open it up and let it thaw. put a towel in the bottom to soak up the water.
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I put in a couple drops of dish soap and then fill it with hot water. Swish it really good, then make sure to rinse it very well. Be sure to let it dry completely before refilling it.
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Just used dry cotton wipe it or put some water on dry cotton to wipe it. Do not need to rinse the metal head with tap water.
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just run it through some water until its soft again and keep it in a sealed plastic container(like the one it came in) so it doesn't lose the moisture when left in dry areas or not used for a long time.
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I've just rinsed it off with a dobie pad or vegetable brush. How often depends on how much junk is in your water.
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I would rinse it well with diluted bleach and rinse well with water. Don't install outdoors as the transparent housing allows sunlight in and with well water you'll have algaegrowing inside.
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When it was new I rinsed it with 50/50 water and vinegar to clean it the first time. I usually just put a little dish soap in it now "just a drop or two" fill it half full of water, shake it really good and rinse a few times.
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You can soak it in clorox water for an hour or so until it looks good.I put mine in clorox about every week.
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Hi I just clean mine the same way I clean the wet container.... couple drops of soap with hot water and turn the machine on for 1 minute rinse and its good :)
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Follow the directions in the manual and clean out the tank!! Then only use distilled water.
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I just sprayed mine with water then rubbed it dn with my credit card hope this helps mine turned out great
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I wait at least 30 minutes before carefully removing the 'top' as it is very hot; then I rinse the base using my sprayer; then add a couple cups of white vinegar and let it soak for a few hours (we have very hard water). (I save then reuse the vinegar several times.) Using vinegar after each batch makes it much easier to keep the Waterwise clean!
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I pulled my manual out and here are the cleaning directions. After using the device 5-6 times or 2-3 days, clean as follows: 1. Unplug the power cord from the base of the unit and uncover. 2. Pour out any remaining water from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank. 3. Put 1 Tablespoon of citric acid in the water tank, add just under 100 ml of warm water. 4. Leave water for 5 minutes, and then drain the solution from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank. 5. Wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid Ultrasonic Vibration plate area, which can be gently cleaned with a cotton bud. Never use other acids, enzymes or detergents, as this may risk poisonous gas to be created or cause malfunction.
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clean it with vinegar and water pour it through it then flush with water a few times