- If you do not use your humidifier for a couple of days, evaporate most of the water away. Keep water levels low when not in use. Puff will work to keep your humidifier clean.
- If you notice an odor from your humidifier, it’s time to clean it and change your filter.
- If you notice that your humidifier is putting out less moisture, it’s time to clean it and change your filter.
- It is best to replace your humidifier filter rather than attempt to clean it. Most humidifier filters are made from paper. Chemicals like bleach, ammonia, and hydrogen peroxide will damage the filter. If you clean with acetic acid, rinse off the acetic acid. Leftover acetic acid will attract bugs.
- At the end of every season, clean your humidifier and replace the filter.
- When storing your humidifier between seasons, make sure the unit and filter are dry.