It seems to wet the area around the humidifier. Is my unit faulty or is this what everyone else experiences? Any advice to stop this?
1849583
I'm not sure what the problem could be, I have not had any problems like that. Be sure the mist does not come too close to furniture or any thing else. Other than that, I really don't know what it could be.
1849584
You should not have water around the unit. It could be you are positioning the mist into the indentation in the top that is then overflowing. Other than that I would say your unit is malfunctioning. Good luck.
1849585
Mine has been doing the same thing. I just bought it this week. The floor is soaked underneath. It looks like the steam comes and out and goes right down to the rug, no matter which way I position it. I'm taking it back to target.
1849586
I don't know if this will help. But, water would condensate in the handle part of the humidifier. This happen twice. I gave it a good cleaning and have not experience any other problems.
1849587
Mine gets the surrounding area pretty wet if it's run in anything other than extreme high or extreme low. I put it on a towel.
1849588
Irfan- I have been using this type of steamer for years and have never had this 'wet area' problem that you're having. depending on how long you have had the unit, I would take it back to where you purchased it (hopefully you still have the receipt?) as defective and exchange it for another. Hopefully you won't have the same problem. Sorry I couldn't be more helpful. Good luck
2095783
I used an essential eucalyptus oil in it. Not more than half a dropper worth, but it was enough to basically corrode the plastic on the inside of the humidifier. This was my fault! Not at all blaming this otherwise stupendous product, as I just bought a replacement, but I essentially (pun?) wrecked my previous one. Learn from my mistake.
2221808
My remote doesn't work well either. Hit adn miss as to if the humidifier receives the signal even with direct line of sight. It frequently registers an entirely different humidity than the humidifier, even when set on top of the humidifier for "calibration". I wouldn't bother with the remote - get some exercise, walk over and adjust the fan or shutoff humidity.
310435
The only time I have this problem is when I take it along to a humid area. I live in "high and dry" so it does not happen in my area. Hope this helps!
87743
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.
1952424
I am in Hawaii so the humidity is generally fairly high, if that is what you mean by "area around the unit is wet". Otherwise, the immediate area only got wet when the unit leaked in the manner that I previously described.
1027111
The only thing you can do is keep it clean with the cleaner they sell. Outside of that, if it quits misting, there's usually not much you can do or replace yourself! Kinda sucks because I know they fail for no good reason, but it's my favorite humidifier when it works! You may try reseating the water container into the base unit and or jarring it a little bit to see if something is stuck. I wouldn't attempt to dis-assemble it. Messing with water and electricity is dangerous.
1471759
Yes! Mine also makes the gurgling noise. From my experience, all ultrasonic humidifiers of this size or larger make a gurgling sound. This is due to the gravity fed reservoir gulping air to displace the water being used.
2059201
Not a problem. Happy to help :) I do absolutely love this humidifier tho. Must buy.
318157
Be sure to check your humidistat setting & remember the unit operates automatically beyond a +/- 5% variance from that setting. Also be sure to check tank fill level that isn't getting tripped somehow. If these two tips don't help I'd contact PerfectAire customer service.
1559087
I had the same problem... within the first week. Packed it up and sent it back for a refund.This is my second Venta humidifier. My first one lasted three years with daily use. I loved it. Would not buy another.
746206
Unfortunately, while this is a decent humidifier, what you mentioned is an annoying problem with it. I have bought two and have the same problem.
162258
It is the type of humidifiers you either soak in distilled water or humi fluid.It's kinda like that floral sponge meteralit depends on if your using distilled water or Glycol Solution but every couple weeks or when it starts to dry out (depends on how well the humidor was seasoned)id recommend getting a digital hygrometer and getting 72% boveda humi-packs (only have to change them out every two months or so)do some looking in to them they work great for me.
1531309
I have, and more than a few times. :-) I just add a few drops of whichever essential oil(s), such as eucalyptus to the water and voila. However, I have noticed over time the inside of my humidifier will have a gummy-like substance around the water line. I'm sure this is accumulated old-oils from previous uses that would probably happen with using any type of oil. My suggestion would be to use it and then clean the inside of it ever-so-often with a mild detergent. Hope this helps! :-)
833721
I have the same issue, never had any humidifier generate this much condensation. This will not work for us with our hardwood floors & wood furniture. I think because it is a cool mist and not directional it falls quickly and does not dissipate quick enough. It's on its way back.
2277662
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.
2227240
You need to fill up your water tank once again when you see the "F" show up. Don't forget to add the bacteriostatic agent so you don't grow any mold. Good luck. I love my humidifier and it is wonderful to have a much moister environment. Arlene.