My 3656 model humidifier is not putting out vapor, the fan just runs. I changed the filter a week ago, no change in performance. What can I check?
1128164
Seems like a filter issue. Needless to say you've checked that water is flowing and that the filter is sitting correctly all the way in the base in the pool of water, right? Many after market filters don't fit well and you really have to stretch and really push them into the base.
1128165
Make sure the filter is ALL THE WAY into the cavity. It's too easy to push it around the post with it not being in far enough.
1128166
Mine has started to do this as well. I usually try to take the tanks off and clean the unit with warm water and try to remove any dust or dirt from the filter. It also depends where the humidifier is located. It should be on an inside wall
1128167
You might also lift a tank and look at the water level. If the level is low, the tank valve might not be opening. Try switching the tanks. If problem persists, suggest contacting Holmes directly.
1647351
same here- tried cleaning it, no luck- when I first turn it on a lot of mist comes out and then hardly any, then puffs, then nothingedit- just poured out a lot of the water out of the cup and it works beautifully again! I think it requires a lot less water in the cup than you might think...I misplaced the measuring cup that came with mine. Although if yours doesn't mist at all that's probably not the problem....edit again- it ran out of water before the cycle was done...so that doesn't seem right to me either
159508
The right button if you hold it down should turn on humidifier. It will sound like a fan is kicking on and a mist will come out of top. The left is to turn on and off the lights. No I don't believe that it de-humidifies.
1151166
I would suspect that yes, you need to replace your humidistat. I have an Aprilaire humidifier and my digital humidistat went bad. Since my humidifier was aging, I replaced it also. I went back to the "manual" humidistat since it's simple and no electronics to go bad. The only thing the digital humidistat buys you is an outdoor temperature sensor (thermocouple) that automatically adjusts the setting based on the outdoor temperature ...sounds good but not that big of a deal. I set my manual humidistat a couple times ...when I expect the temperature to routinely get below 20 deg and then when I expect it to be above 20 deg. Never had a problem with that. Good luck! I would suspect that yes, you need to replace your humidistat. I have an Aprilaire humidifier and my digital humidistat went bad. Since my humidifier was aging, I replaced it also. I went back to the "manual" humidistat since it's simple and no electronics to go bad. The only thing the digital humidistat buys you is an outdoor temperature sensor (thermocouple) that automatically adjusts the setting based on the outdoor temperature ...sounds good but not that big of a deal. I set my manual humidistat a couple times ...when I expect the temperature to routinely get below 20 deg and... » Read More I would suspect that yes, you need to replace your humidistat. I have an Aprilaire humidifier and my digital humidistat went bad. Since my humidifier was aging, I replaced it also. I went back to the "manual" humidistat since it's simple and no electronics to go bad. The only thing the digital humidistat buys you is an outdoor temperature sensor (thermocouple) that automatically adjusts the setting based on the outdoor temperature ...sounds good but not that big of a deal. I set my manual humidistat a couple times ...when I expect the temperature to routinely get below 20 deg and then when I expect it to be above 20 deg. Never had a problem with that. Good luck! « Show Less
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Return it. I didn't have that problem. In fact, the air should be cleaner when its running because of the filter.
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I would suspect that yes, you need to replace your humidistat. I have an Aprilaire humidifier and my digital humidistat went bad. Since my humidifier was aging, I replaced it also. I went back to the "manual" humidistat since it's simple and no electronics to go bad. The only thing the digital humidistat buys you is an outdoor temperature sensor (thermocouple) that automatically adjusts the setting based on the outdoor temperature ...sounds good but not that big of a deal. I set my manual humidistat a couple times ...when I expect the temperature to routinely get below 20 deg and then when I expect it to be above 20 deg. Never had a problem with that. Good luck!
1366384
if you have it on full power, make sure you check directly underneath the humidifier. if this area is wet, then the air in the room is already saturated, and you should run the humidifier at a lower setting. if its still dry, your water vapor should be dispersing itself on its own
2073602
This model humidifies via a saturated filter - you won't see any vapor as you would from an ultrasonic mechanism. Ultrasonics work well but are IMHO a real pain to maintain. This works well also and you just need to change the filters periodically. Two hours is usually not nearly long enough to detect a humidity increase. If your home has been very dry, 12 hours at least.
1368968
The humidify auto on/off doesn't work. Might just be my unit. I like the unit because it is quiet and has 2 speeds. It was suppose to be 35% humidity on this unit.
1117447
Mine arrived with the air filters wrapped up and installed - so they need to be removed, unwrapped and re-installed to make it work. The humidifier filter was pre-installed and not wrapped up (ready to go, which I assume is OK since the manual does not mention needing to install it).
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My recollection is that there are buttons with a digital readout on top of the humidifier which allows you to set the humidity level or to turn it to run continuously. I set mine for continuous operation. Hope this helps.
1647353
Not surprised. Mine isn't producing much mist and I expect it will quit any day now. Unhappy with this purchase and not cheap. I would send it back or email the manufacturer.
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I have used this model for several years. They work incredibly well. I run 2 at a time. I have never experrienced a leak caused by the humidifier. Its always user error. Unless it arrived with a crack in the housing, it was probably user error. Have a look at the bottom of the unit.
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It uses model # 1041. The box for filter model # 1041 does not state that it is for use in this humidifier, but the filter that came with the unit when it was new is a # 1041. It would have been nice if that information was part the product spec.
1567347
Sorry, I can't help--both my humidifiers went dead in the past few months. (Call Hunter, they are good about honoring their warranties.)
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.
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If the setting dials are working? The air humidity should trigger your fan....if not you may seek a replacement unit....Thank you..11/23/2013