HOW TO CLEAN A HUMIDIFIER

5-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

1. The first step is to unplug the humidifier and ensure that all the water has been removed from the humidifier's water tank.

5-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

2. Take the removable pieces from the humidifier and wash them thoroughly, carefully wiping away any built-up residue, scum, or dirt.

5-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

2. Use a solution of equal parts water and vinegar for powerful and effective cleaning power.

5-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

3. As with many other electronic devices with removable parts, many humidifiers will come with dishwasher-friendly parts for easy and convenient cleaning.

5-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

3. Once they are wiped clean, rinse them thoroughly and set them aside to air dry.

5-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

4. Pour a white vinegar solution (undiluted or diluted, depending on the manufacturers' advice) into the humidifier's water tank, ensuring it coats all the tank's surface area.

5-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

4. Allow this solution to soak in the tank for up to 30 minutes for especially tough buildup.

5-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

5. Empty the water tank of the vinegar solution and take a closer look at the results.

5-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

5. If there is still some residue or build-up of limescale and other dirt, carefully use a cloth, brush, or sponge soaked in undiluted white vinegar to scrub and wipe it away.

5-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

6. Ensure that the water tank and the removable parts are all wiped clean and allowed to air dry, though this can be sped up with the use of paper towels.

5-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

6. Once dry, you can reassemble the humidifier as required to start using it again.

5-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR CLEANING YOUR HUMIDIFIER

7. Turn it on and allow it to run for a while, this will clear out any remnants of vinegar odor that may remain after the soaking process.

HOW TO CLEAN A HUMIDIFIER