Questions and Answers for Essick Air 32 oz. Humidifier Bacteriostatic Treatment

A:  Hello, Arnie! You will need to add the bacteriostat treatment to the tanks every time you fill it with fresh water. Thanks! -Melissa, AIRCARE

A:  Sure can, works well and no odor

A:  Yes, I use it every time I fill the tank.

A:  Yes, you can put it in each time, just make sure you use the correct amount. I put it in every other time and that seems to work just fine.

A:  Yes. That is exactly how it should be used.

A:  No, you'll end up breathing it in. Let that sink in for a moment.

A:  Hello, Marco! Ultrasonic humidifiers disperse water droplets, so we do not recommend using our bacteriostat treatment in these types of humidifiers. Thanks! -Melissa, AIRCARE

A:  I've never used it. I fill my unit with filtered or distilled water and clean it with vinegar and an old stiff toothbrush. It works great!

A:  Maybe, but just be careful because is kind of strong, even you have to use gloves to manage the product.

A:  The bottle says for use in humidifiers only. I wouldn't dilute to use as a disinfectant but you can do as you wish. I would not recommend it.

A:  Works Great, It Does Keep the Humidifier Working Highly Recommended

A:  Hi. Thank you for the question. No, the Bacteriostatic Treatment cannot be used for that purpose. Thanks! - Lisa, Team AIRCARE

A:  Hi. Thank you for your question. No, the Essick Air bacteriostatic treatment cannot be used in the "Air-O-Swiss" Model 7135 ultrasonic Humidifier. The treatment is only for the Essick Air Humidifier. Thanks! - Lisa, Team AIRCARE

A:  Yes its the right liquid for the humidifier that really good for my family home

A:  I think a small amount would work like 1/4 teaspoon on fill up. The purpose is to controlled bacteria etc. It just a few drops.

A:  Well, I've never used it. I only use distilled water in my unit and have never had any problems. If I need to clean it, I'd take it apart and use white distilled vinegar if needed. That would be very inexpensive and you could buy it in 1 gallon jugs.

A:  No, it is not recommended to use in pure guardian ultrasonic mist humidifiers.

A:  This is for Evaporation humidifiers, not ultrasonic. In evaporation, the humidifier wick is constantly wet, building up mineral deposits from the water, and possible bacterial growth. Ultrasonics don't have wicks.

A:  I’ve been using it for 7 years in my 2 humidifiers with no problems so I would say yes. Of course keep it out of reach of children

A:  Hello, Sam! We do not recommend using our treatment in ultrasonic humidifiers. Thanks! -Melissa, AIRCARE

A:  The product information on the label states 'Essick Air Humidifier Bacteriostatic Treatment is a bacteriostatic, which can control the build up of bacteria and algae in water tanks of manually filled evaporative humidifiers.' So, I'd say it should be fine to use.

A:  Hello, Ron. The warning label on the bacteria treatment is similar to those on many household cleaning agents that you would regularly use. It is odorless and non-toxic through inhalation. This product will not harm you, your family, or your pets. If you’d like to receive our safety data sheet that explains the product, please contact our office at info@essickair.com. - Brandy, Team AIRCARE

A:  I have 2 Pomeranians and a cat and use this product with every fill up and nothing negative with my pets.

A:  If you are concerned, you can just empty the water and refill the humidifier. I wouldn’t be concerned, but it’s really up to you.

A:  Since the directions say to add 1 capful per gallon, you should be fine.

A:  I don't know. You could send the company an email and ask them.

A:  No. It’s not harmful. We have four dogs and numerous other pets. If you DON’T use it, the humidifiers develop a type of fungal mold which then goes out into your air.

A:  Hello, colleen! you will add a teaspoon per gallon of water every time you fill your unit with new water. -Melissa, AIRCARE

A:  Yes

A:  Yes just read the instruction for the amount you need to add for the amount of water you are using. It tells you how many ounces you add for each gallon of water. I have used mine every winter for 2 years without any problems.

A:  Yes-- a small amount added for every full fill-up. It will foam a little to let you know it is still there. No foam-- add a little more.

A:  Yes. Just add very little as instructed. A bit of foam will come up as you add water to the tank. I use it every 3rd tank or so. I use an average of 2 tanks per day each dry Winter day.

A:  It should.

A:  unknown. I'm not familiar with that humidifier - basic use of this treatment is whenever you refill the water reservoir you add an eighth of a cap-full per gallon to the tank to prevent bacteria buildup.

A:  It could but be cautious as a vaporizer tends to be heated where as this item works in room temperature water cold humidifier. I you have a sick individual consult your Dr. first!

A:  Hello, Kim! No, our bacteriostat treatment is not meant to be used with Vicks product. Melissa, AIRCARE.

A:  Klm .Sorry but i have no idea if it will work , just be careful filters are there for protection of filtering the air you inhale

A:  Mine has on the bottle it contains n-Alkyl (60%C14, 30%C16, 5%C12,5%C18) dimethyl benzyl ammonium chlorides ( 1.25% ). Also dimethyl benzyl ammonium chlorides (1.25% ) ( 97.750 % ) other ingredients. Hope this helps.

A:  Hello, MissD! GHS guidelines that went into effect a few years ago, dictate that any hazardous ingredient above 0.10% in the final formulation must be disclosed on the SDS. Ethyl alcohol is the only raw material that meets that “hazardous” definition. Melissa, AIRCARE

A:  Will work with any humidifier using cool water

A:  Hi, WhoFiveOh. Thanks for reaching out. Our bacteriostatic treatment is intended for ultrasonic humdifiers only. You will have to manufacturer of the impeller unit to see if it's safe to use. -Natalie, Essick Air Products

A:  Yes it will

A:  I believe it will work as I have used it on both types

A:  It might? It is normally used in units with a larger volume of water storage. It prevent build up of bacteria. Try it? Make sure your unit is cleaned with bleach first.