It just started when i fill the humidifier with water there is a strong stale smell coming from it,kind of gross it wasnt doing this last week...is there something i can put in to take smell away?
2007-03-26 11:28:33 · 6 answers · asked by rhayninglillies 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
To reduce build up of scale, film, rust, and white humidifier dust, use water with a low mineral content or use a demineralization cartridge or filter.
Bacteria often grows in humidifiers which are equipped with tanks containing standing water, this is why it is important to replace the water regularly.
Follow manufacturer instructions for cleaning chemical usage. Make sure to thoroughly rinse out the cleaning chemicals with water before use.
Thoroughly clean and dry your humidifier at the start and end of the season. Use humidifier cleaner and antibacterial solution to prevent and eliminate the build up of minerals, bacteria, etc.
Note - We recommend that you clean the reservoir regularly during the heating season if the bacteria-control product you use allows it.
Your humidifier can be taken apart for cleaning - please check your owner's manual to learn the best technique for your unit.
You may have a problem with the float assembly getting stuck after the disuse of summer. To prevent this, clean the float assembly with vinegar or one of our humidifier cleaners when the heating season is over.
Do not allow film and scale to develop on your humidifier
Do not overextend the life of your filters, be sure to replace them when needed.
2007-03-26 11:40:59 · answer #1 · answered by Backwoods Barbie 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I just bought humidifier Honeywell it requires a charcoal ball in the water to help prevent moldy water and a filter they both only last 30 days and begin to smell change them clean unit and its fine it says to clean unit with white vinegar and water to remove any build up let it set then clean it out!
2007-03-26 18:54:28 · answer #2 · answered by lori_love_emmalee 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can not put chemicals of any kind in a humidifier, all you can do is scrub it down with hot water and a cloth. If you run it moldy as it you might get sick, but chemicals are a definate bad idea.
2007-03-26 18:37:06 · answer #3 · answered by Mark P. 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can buy this anti-bacterial and anti-mold stuff . You put a small amount in with the water, and it keeps the smell down, by killingn all the germs and spores that get trapped in the filter media. It comes in all kinds of scents too, like air fresheners.
Personally, I think it's not safe, because the humidifyer pumps those chemicals into the air along with the water.
2007-03-26 18:33:53 · answer #4 · answered by PH 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would be best if you could contact the company that made it and ask them. If you do not know where or cannot remember etc., then you could try adding a quarter cup of white vinegar mixed in with the water as that is a cleanser as well as a freshener.
2007-03-26 18:39:36 · answer #5 · answered by elptl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try letting it soak in hot, hot water. I don't think I would put chemicals into it, until you try soaking it in hot water first. Do that overnight and if the smell hasn't gone away the next day then try scrubbing it with hot soapy water. Hopfully, that will work :)
2007-03-26 18:49:01 · answer #6 · answered by AZ_Nanny 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋