How often do you clean and or sanitize. Lost manual and concern about yucky standing water
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According to the menu, you should empty it daily(change water daily) and sanitize it weekly.
1587173
I just dump out the water every day and then use the vinegar mixture every week.
1587174
They recommend cleaning with vinegar water once a week and water should be emptied and replaced after every use from the top and also from the base. I empty mine every morning and refill it with fresh water every night before the kids go to bed.
1587175
I have only used it for one week. so I haven't done any cleaning yet. The manual suggests empty water from the water tank and basin daily and dry water basin with dry cloth. Here is the weekly cleaning: fill tank with 1/2 gallon of warm water and 2 Tbsp of white vinegar and shake vigoroualy and let it sit for 20-30 minutes. Do the same for the basin except shaking. and wipe wipe it dry. I seems like a lot of work. I hope this will help you. Chung
1587176
Weekly. Just pour vinegar and water in the tank and swish around, then pour that mixture in to the basin and use a cloth to wash the basin. Let air dry. On a daily basis, this unit is very easy to transport so you can pour out all of the water and rinse it. If you're not using it constantly just leave it all apart to air dry until you need it again. This unit is so easy to maintain!I saw a cleaning video somewhere for this unit-google it and you should find it.
1587177
Depends on how much you use it. I use it quite a bit and I wash it every 2 weeks.
1523545
I would recommend you empty it every time. If I just have a small area to clean I just add enough water/soap that I think I will need.
279439
I change mine on average every 4-6 weeks. We have moderately hard water and it gets progressively crustier at the top as time goes by; this reduces its efficiency in humidifying the air. You will know this is happening if it uses less and less water even on the high fan setting.
2107513
Our installer recommended annual flushing and maintenance as well, but our water is quite soft so are unit has not required any additional service for five years. I think it depends on the quality of your water.
1618665
I have not cleaned mine yet because I am the only user. I wash and sanitize my hands and feet before I use it. Then I leave it on. If you need to clean it be sure to turn it off and allow the wax to harden in the container this makes it easy to remove the wax. Then I wipe the unit out with paper towel to remove any hard wax remaining in the unit. If the unit is really dirty, then be sure to clean it really good but do NOT immerse the unit in water. PLEASE watch this Youtube video with video instructions, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwue_-dy10I. Dr. MDupree
1461114
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.
1425421
Very carefully. You have to poor out access purified water from previous use, and then wipe out completely with dry paper towel. I don't wet it with water because I don't want to risk breaking the unit, so I wipe clean every time. The color of the unit gets stained from the oils, so getting it back to its original color won't happen, but that's ok. This method should clean the unit pretty effectively.
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A good going over once a season is sufficient if it is operated in a clean environment. However the filter needs to be flipped daily and cleaned about once a week if operated 24/7 with hard water, and you ought to rinse out the pan with hot water when you clean the filter. Also fill the water container 1/8 full with warm dilute distilled white vinegar and run that for a few hours to clean the valve mechanism a couple times during the season. This unit is easy to maintaine compared to most humidifiers but requires some attention like all of them. Also keep an antimicrobial in the water, e.g. the Protec balls, to avoid mold in the filter. A good going over once a season is sufficient if it is operated in a clean environment. However the filter needs to be flipped daily and cleaned about once a week if operated 24/7 with hard water, and you ought to rinse out the pan with hot water when you clean the filter. Also fill the water container 1/8 full with warm dilute distilled white vinegar and run that for a few hours to clean the valve mechanism a couple times during the season. This unit is easy to maintaine compared to most humidifiers but requires some attention like all of them. Also keep an antimicrobial in the water, e.g.... » Read More A good going over once a season is sufficient if it is operated in a clean environment. However the filter needs to be flipped daily and cleaned about once a week if operated 24/7 with hard water, and you ought to rinse out the pan with hot water when you clean the filter. Also fill the water container 1/8 full with warm dilute distilled white vinegar and run that for a few hours to clean the valve mechanism a couple times during the season. This unit is easy to maintaine compared to most humidifiers but requires some attention like all of them. Also keep an antimicrobial in the water, e.g. the Protec balls, to avoid mold in the filter. « Show Less
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My water is very good, low in minerals and things that would affect taste so I change them every 2 months. I do back flush the container to clean out debris at least weekly. I also found it worthwhile to dispose of the smaller charcoal pieces that will clog the end caps.
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I have the same issue and that is why I like the filter system. I follow the recommendation to clean with a combination of white vinegar and water. I do need to rinse this through more often and do not wait for the clean light to come on. Happy trails
1033946
I use regular tap water and wipe it our with vinegar and a cotton ball. I own 3 and this one is my favorite. Not sure about the warranty.
514459
I love it too! I use distilled water so don't have a lot of clean-up. Just use a bit of vinegar occasionally to wipe out the inside and to clean the little metal piece in the bottom. See directions that came with it.
1511793
In manual it tells you how to clean the water spigot, incase its plugged due particles in water, if you've not used bottled water. Also made sure the mop was dry before storing for next use, along with removing water well . I used mine for 8 years before tossing and buying the new one. Love it, as does my cleaning lady. Filters can be ordered on-line which need to replace per instructions in manual.
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The manual states the following: Long Term StorageIf the system is going to be idle for long periods of time per- form a back flush then follow the regeneration process using 1⁄4 cup of bleach or 1 pack of Watts Sani-System Solution in lieu of table salt to perform a sanitization. When the system is ready to be used again re-sanitize with bleach or Sani-System Solution then regenerate with table salt.I close both valves on the splitter and cap the inlet. When ready to use, I just let the water run out the outlet for 5-10 minutes beforeI connecting to the RV. Done this when sitting up to 30 days... I had no issues. The manual states the following: Long Term StorageIf the system is going to be idle for long periods of time per- form a back flush then follow the regeneration process using 1⁄4 cup of bleach or 1 pack of Watts Sani-System Solution in lieu of table salt to perform a sanitization. When the system is ready to be used again re-sanitize with bleach or Sani-System Solution then regenerate with table salt.I close both valves on the splitter and cap the inlet. When ready to use, I just let the water run out the outlet for 5-10 minutes beforeI connecting to the RV. Done... » Read More The manual states the following: Long Term StorageIf the system is going to be idle for long periods of time per- form a back flush then follow the regeneration process using 1⁄4 cup of bleach or 1 pack of Watts Sani-System Solution in lieu of table salt to perform a sanitization. When the system is ready to be used again re-sanitize with bleach or Sani-System Solution then regenerate with table salt.I close both valves on the splitter and cap the inlet. When ready to use, I just let the water run out the outlet for 5-10 minutes beforeI connecting to the RV. Done this when sitting up to 30 days... I had no issues. « Show Less
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I've looked online and found nothing yet. Perhaps someone (even I) will find the pamphlet that comes with it and put it online somewhere. Maybe a specific question about operation or cleaning could be answered for you.
872530
I have not cleaned it yet and use it daily in the winter. I did make sure it was completely empty in the summertime when i stored it. I do use filtered water in it (not tap water). It works fine.
1461115
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. 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... » Read More 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. « Show Less