Do HoMedics humidifiers need filters?

The minerals in hard water can cause “white dust.” When using a humidifier without a demineralization cartridge this “dust” residue gets into your air and can collect on your home furnishings and bedding. Using HoMedics Ultrasonic Humidifier filters helps prevent this. If you have hard water, these wicks are a must!

How long does the HoMedics demineralization cartridge last?

Simply drop one cartridge into the humidifier tank every 30-40 fillings, this number may vary depending on your water hardness. Our demineralization cartridges help to reduce buildup in your humidifier tank caused by hard water….

How do you clean a demineralized cartridge?

Use reverse-Osmosis water (R-O water) instead of distilled water and remove the demineralization cartridge. Use of distilled water • For best results with your ultrasonic humidifier use distilled water and remove the demineralization cartridge.

When should demineralization cartridges be replaced?

It is recommended that the cartridge should be replaced every 30-40 fillings. The cartridge may need to be replaced more often if you are using very hard water. Replace the cartridge when you notice an increase in “white-dust” build-up.

Are demineralization cartridges necessary?

Warm moisture humidifiers do not use wick filters at all but will need to be cleaned regularly to remove hard water mineral buildup. Most ultrasonic humidifiers use optional demineralization cartridges, which help reduce mineral deposits found in tap water which can exit the humidifier in the form of white dust.

How do I reset my clean filter indicator Homedics?

Press and hold on to the CLEAN FILTER indicator until the indicator light goes off. Before cleaning, make sure the air cleaner is turned off and unplugged from the outlet.

Is it OK to run vinegar through humidifier?

Can you run vinegar through a humidifier? It’s best not to. While vinegar is used to clean a humidifier, you should not run the humidifier with vinegar in it, as it can irritate your eyes, nose, throat, and lungs.

Do humidifiers need filters?

While most humidifiers feature some kind of filter, one type does not. Cool evaporation, warm evaporation and hot steam humidifiers all need filters. Ultrasonic humidifiers, which create mist through sound vibrations without any heat, use no filters.