I have a cool mist Vick's machine and it's full of black mold in areas i can't get to. Does this come apart completely for cleaning? is it cool mist?
797259
I have this, and the top part does come off. I have had no issue with cleaning it. I simply put water and white vinegar in the bottom of it and let it sit for 20-30 min. It's not moldy, and I've used it almost every night this winter. It's cool mist.
797260
Yes it comes apart for easy cleaning and is cool mist. It has a dispenser for essential oils that is a wonderful addition, has a very fine mist and is amazingly quiet. Hope this info helps you out.
797261
This is a really nice humidifier. All pieces come apart and can easily be reached and cleaned.
797262
Yes, it's a cool mist. The water container comes off and is easily cleaned. The top part that is the mister comes off as well for cleaning. Hope this helps....
680295
I purchased the clear version, which is the one in the picture. I simply rinsed it myself with cold water and let it air dry. Haven't had any problems with mold or any other issues. It works really well for me. If u place it in the dishwasher -which i haven't tried- I would take it out before the heating cycle for drying kicks in. That heat may be too strong for this item.
772236
I did not find a way to take it apart for cleaning... The best method I found was put to it in a jug of water with a bit of bleach and let it "dispense" the bleach solution. After repeating a few times, the odor went away but I'm not sure the mold did.
591162
I just wash it in warm soapy water and let it air dry. I never had a problem with mold, and I've been using the MiU spinner for about 5 years now. Hope that helps!
921293
I also thought that mine was broken ad well after a short amount of time. mine doesn't seem to work if I fill it past the 300 ml line. I would suggest trying filling half. Thats how I get mine to produce the mist.
1433262
Sorry for the delay, I really don't know about mold. I have used it as a pest control, it really works well. Safe around pets and kids
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.
880961
YES! The key to using this product is Patience! I started using it last year on all house and deck surfaces including deck furniture and the mold is not only gone, but DIDN'T COME BACK! I use a garden sprayer (most efficient with recommended mixture), spray it on and walk away. Some results take several weeks to be seen, but ultimately are very obvious!!
536417
It goes in the lid right above the "vick's" logo, but I'd recommend returning the humidifier ASAP. Mine is full of mold after only a few uses! Good luck!
2161901
That sometimes happens when I'm at the end of a bottle. I take all the elements out and pour the rest out into a glass or bottle with stopper. The bottle is never out of the refrigerator or without water in it so I'm not sure about drying/mold. Hope this helps.
410574
Don't clean it, just throw it away! I tried to remove the mold that was advertised NOT to form on it and bleach didn't even touch it! Don't buy it!!!
1467969
I have an HE and put the powder in the drawer. It does an awesome job on cleaning the machine over time. Any musty, moldy smell is gone.
362461
I guess it would depend on how much mold and how covered, I would use soap and water with a abrasive brush or sponge, then I would use disinfectant wipes and thoroughly clean it. If it still doesn't come off after doing that two or three times, I'm not sure it would be wise to use it again.
236920
we had the same issue... the company advised us that it smells like plastic when on warm mist setting. I returned mine because that just didn't seem like a good thing for us. I have since switched to Aeroswiss and LOVE it! No plastic smell and great machine!
1900488
Mold. You have to clean the humidifier - any humidifier - regularly. This one is a little tough to clean, so I'd recommend a bottle brush.
257324
Cleaning it is key, otherwise it will grow mold. You can just put it in the washing machine. I didn't realize it does absorb water, so I didn't catch it in time. Even bleach and the washing machine didn't get rid of the mold.
1316550
I believe it does, but I soak it in water for a bit after each use. Had no problems. If you are one of those people who use it, then let it sit and grow mold for a month or two without cleaning it, then I would probably worry about it coming apart. Otherwise, it's a non-issue.