Caution - another reason for a dry humidifier tank

[path2others]

The other day I noticed I had used more water from my humidifier. I started thinking mouth breathing? large mask leaks? was the heater set too high? The problem turned out to be the design of the tank. When I cleaned the tank I did not have the plastic tank firmly attached to the metal plate. I leaked just enough hot water to stew the wood under my APAP machine on my bed side stand. I found a plastic lid to place under my machine and protect the wood. Why they had to design a tank that needs to be sealed around the bottom is beyond me. The next time you notice that the humidifier tank is dry you might want to check for a puddle on the floor.

[sumguy55]

That is so true. I have the same machine, and also the same problem. Seems like every time I take it apart to clean it leaks that night. Now I don't clean it as often as I should

[Dale92]

I used to get regular leaks until I put a small cookie sheet under my unit to catch leaks. Now I never get leaks

Dale

[Goofproof]

They also crack the plastic, my solution, "Never take it apart", if you use distilled water it won't get cruddy, and you can empty it from the top. Jim

[sumguy55]

I had tried not taking it apart, but one day i saw red stuff growing in the humidifier. I was using vinegar to clean it out.

[IZATIRED2]

I had the same problem. I applied silicone grease ( just a thin film) to the rim of the humidifier bottom plate where it contacts the plastic case.
I haven't had a leak since. I used to take it apart everyday. Now I just rinse it in warm soapy water. About every 7 days I take it apart and clean it.

See ya