would it be alright to use the humidifier for one night without the filter?
1850728
the unit will not work without the filter, it is neccessary that the filter is in place to draw the water up in suspension so the fan can move the air through the filter and into the room.
1203348
Yes, it does need filters. I stopped using it because it did nothing to increase the humidity in an average size bedroom. The filter were a pain to deal with and too expensive in my opinion.
194743
No, not a bit. It doesn't have that ionic feature. I do use water from our reverse osmosis water filter system, but the humidifier is not the type to put out that dust. I believe that's more in an air purifier or air filter, not a humidifier.
139307
Yes if you have a portable steam or cool mist humidifier . You should only use a small amount because it can be irritating to eyes or mucous membranes in large amounts.
2032988
No, not at all. The best way to do it is to fill it up, let it sit for a few minutes, then fill it a little more. Then you can unplug it, and it will be fine for the rest of the night.
1476114
If this is right after you put water in the humidifier, let it sit for 5-10 minutes and then turn on. The water needs to permeate the filter and the machine before running. If that isn't it, I fear your machine has issues that are too severe to fix.
458633
Depends how much you use it. I was only using mine at night, and the filter lasted almost a year.
638791
I let it air-dry for a hour or so but it's really not necessary. The airflow through the filter quickly drys the filter.
1531308
I did. However, it destroyed my humidifier. So my recommendation would be to follow the manufacturer's instructions on adding stuff to the water in your humidifier if you can at all.
833201
Buy one of those portable water filter and filter the water that way. Then use that to pour into the humidifier tank
930589
Just remember, as with any humidifier, there will be some cleaning involved. No humidifier (that I know of) is completely maintenance free.Another big suggestion is to oil the bearings in the motor. This requires some mechanical skill and some light motor oil, but I have been running the same motors 24/7 for 6 years with no breakdowns. The only problem I have is with the finger gearbox thingy, which seems to just start stripping after about 2 years (took the first one apart to try to fix it; it is plastic and there is no fix); but I get free replacements from Venta, so no worries there... Just remember, as with any humidifier, there will be some cleaning involved. No humidifier (that I know of) is completely maintenance free.Another big suggestion is to oil the bearings in the motor. This requires some mechanical skill and some light motor oil, but I have been running the same motors 24/7 for 6 years with no breakdowns. The only problem I have is with the finger gearbox thingy, which seems to just start stripping after about 2 years (took the first one apart to try to fix it; it is plastic and there is no fix); but I get free replacements from Venta, so no... » Read More Just remember, as with any humidifier, there will be some cleaning involved. No humidifier (that I know of) is completely maintenance free.Another big suggestion is to oil the bearings in the motor. This requires some mechanical skill and some light motor oil, but I have been running the same motors 24/7 for 6 years with no breakdowns. The only problem I have is with the finger gearbox thingy, which seems to just start stripping after about 2 years (took the first one apart to try to fix it; it is plastic and there is no fix); but I get free replacements from Venta, so no worries there... « Show Less
479077
I strongly doubt it, but if the total square footage is under approx. 1000sq/ft. and you place it on the upper floor, you may get some humidity improvement on the lower floor as well. I have retired mine since it was just not enough for the cost of operation. A few small humidifiers do a much better job for me and near zero maintenance. Wait until you change the filter the first time. It's a disgusting mess and about $20.00 a month plus bactericide.
2064940
Don't know - have not used this humidifier without filter. Old humidifier had no filter; put out much "white dust", so switched to humidifier with filter and it significantly reduced this problem. Currently use 2 Crane tear-drop humidifiers in 800+ square foot apartment and have no problem keeping humidity at comfortable level.
1716745
The manual for the humidifier unit states one filter pad. That is what I use. Mine works fine. I adjust the humidity manually according to the outside temperature.
100897
I've found it lasts all night. Which considering that this is only effective when you are right next to it, and is not intended to humidify an entire room, is all that you would need.
627745
yes. you only want humidifier on when fan is funning. you will need a 12 v transformer.
1710936
This humidifier does not have a filter. It is ultrasonic. I only use distilled water.