As you might know, humidifiers that provide cool invisible moisture need a wicking filter in order to operate. The filter is what allows the water to evaporate invisibly into the air. The filter also removes minerals and physical impurities from the water before evaporation, helping prevent white dust (mineral content from the water).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
To keep a filtered humidifier running well, you\u2019ll need to replace the filter every 30-60 days, depending on how frequently you use the humidifier. But keep in mind, there are some dirty secrets when it comes to replacement filters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You shouldn\u2019t substitute a generic filter for a filter made by your humidifier\u2019s brand. This is because each humidifier is designed to use very specific filters.Using an off-brand filter can prevent your humidifier from working correctly, or even damage it. Using the right filter ensures maximum moisture output and the longest life from your humidifier. For Honeywell humidifiers, only use genuine Honeywell Replacement Filters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A humidifier filter spends its time soaked in water. Without built-in antimicrobial treatment, the filter can develop mold and bacterial growth. When you choose a replacement filter, be sure the filter is designed with antimicrobial protection. Honeywell replacement filters are made with Protec\u00ae, a treatment that inhibits up to 99.99% of mold growth on the filter*. (*Based on internal laboratory test report #SM211AF)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You may think that you can prolong your filter\u2019s life by cleaning it \u2013 in fact, the opposite is true. A filter should never be cleaned with vinegar, soap or any chemical solutions. This kind of cleaning can actually damage the filter. If the filter is hardened with mineral buildup, you can loosen the buildup by soaking the filter in cool water. This will temporarily improve the filter\u2019s performance, until a replacement can be purchased.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Although the filter can\u2019t be cleaned, there is something you can do to extend its life. Simply turn the filter over each time you fill the humidifier\u2019s water tank. This keeps the top of the filter from drying out, and it helps the filter age more evenly and last longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The recommended schedule for filter replacement is once every 30 to 60 days, but if you have very hard water (high in minerals), you may need to replace your filter more frequently. If you notice that the filter is hard and crusty with buildup, if the filter is giving off an odor, or if your humidifier\u2019s moisture output has decreased, then you should replace the filter promptly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It\u2019s no secret \u2013 regularly replacing your filter is one of the easiest ways to ensure that your cool invisible moisture humidifier continues to perform well. Be sure to keep a few\u00a0genuine Honeywell Replacement Filters\u00a0on hand so that you can always enjoy your humidifier\u2019s benefits!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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