Many humidifiers have built in auto shut off settings, when the needed moisture levels are met in the room. This same type of feature can also be found in thermostats, which will also shut off the air conditioner once the house is at the desired temperature.
Common Reasons Why Your Humidifier is shutting off?
There can also by some other possibilities for your humidifier to stop functioning properly, this includes:
Humidifier settings:
if you have failed to properly set up your humidifier to the preferred levels of humidity, before shutting off, this may be the main cause of the problem. Take a few minutes to review the current levels and make the necessary changes.
Power Supply:
Check your power supply outlets to make sure the electricity is following to your humidifier. If you are unsure if the power is working on the specific outlet, try to plug in the unit on another outlet and see if the issue is corrected.
humidifier’s reservoir out of water:
Many humidifiers are filled with distilled water and will use it to pimp moisture into the air. However, once the water supply diminishes from the device no additional action can be taken. This will can your unit to auto-shut off, to save electricity.
Vents may be blocked:
Another reasons your humidifier is shutting off, may be due to the vent system being blocked by the wall or some type of object. If the vents are blocked it could cause the humidifier to overheat. Many manufactures have added the auto-shut off feature if the humidifier starts to overheat to prevent fires.
Needs to be cleaned:
Humidifiers are no different than any other appliance you may use around the house. If you fail to keep your humidifier clean on a regular basis, it could cause the system to run poorly. If the humidifying system is not functioning correctly, it may result in it cutting off.
Poorly made product:
We all love to save money. However, in some cases that may not always be the best option. Cheaply made humidifiers many not come with all the best materials when being created. This can impact your humidifiers overall performance and can lead to it cutting off from time to time.
Water Leak:
A water leak can also cause system to auto-shut off, due to the amount of water needed to run the humidifier. It’s recommended to check your humidifier for any loose seals or damaged areas, that may cause the leak.
How to prevent your humidifier from shutting off?
Try following these 3 easy steps to ensure your humidifier doesn’t shut off in the future:
Refresh the water:
Bedroom humidifiers use a gallon of water daily, and you must replace the water to reject any bacteria or mold that could grow in standing water. Wash any filter or buckets systems every 2 to 3 days, as well.
Replace your filter:
If you have a central humidifier, replace the filter at least as often as the producer advises, or once a month.
Check the humidity level:
Check your home humidity level every few days, because high humidity can also cause lung issues.