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Name: Vicks - 0.5 Gal. Mini Filter Free Cool Mist Humidifier - Blue
Brand: Vicks
SKU: 6257860
Price: 39.99 USD
Rating: 4.6 (247 reviews)

Vicks - 0.5 Gal. Mini Filter Free Cool Mist Humidifier - Blue

Model:: VUL520W; |
SKU:: 6257860

User rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars with 247 reviews.

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QuestionDoes the humidifier come with Vicks VapoPads?
- Answer No, Vicks VapoPads® are not included with the humidifier.
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QuestionHow long can this Vicks humidifier run on a full tank?
- Answer This humidifier can run for up to 20 hours on a full tank.
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QuestionIs this Vicks humidifier quiet when in use?
- Answer Yes, it operates quietly so you can enjoy the soothing mist without noise.
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QuestionWhat is the capacity of the water tank?
- Answer The water tank has a capacity of 0.5 gallons or 2 quarts.
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QuestionWhat is the maximum room size this humidifier is recommended for?
- Answer It is recommended for rooms up to 250 square feet.
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QuestionDoes this humidifier have an adjustable humidistat?
- Answer Yes, it has an adjustable humidistat to maintain a comfortable moisture level.
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QuestionHow do you clean this humidifier
Asked 6 years ago by Roy.
- Answer Thank you for your inquiry. We recommend disinfecting this humidifier by using a solution of 1 teaspoon of bleach to 1 gallon of water, and to descale the unit using undiluted white vinegar. Please always follow the cleaning instructions listed in the manual for this unit. If you require additional assistance, please do not hesitate to contact our consumer relations team. Our team can be reached by emailing [email protected]. Thank you.
  Answered 6 years ago by ManufacturerTechSupport
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QuestionCan you use tap water?
Asked 6 years ago by Topdad.
- Answer Thank you for your inquiry. Yes, we recommend cool tap water to be used in your humidifier.
  Answered 6 years ago by ManufacturerTechSupport
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QuestionHow many square feet does this cover?
Asked 6 years ago by Wmm267.
- Answer Its good enough for a bedroom so Id say about 250 square feet or so.
  Answered 6 years ago by ComputerGuy86
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QuestionAre the pads required or just an amenity if desired?
Asked 6 years ago by etgold.
- Answer They aren't needed. But they do actually help out allot if you have a stuffy nose!
  Answered 6 years ago by ComputerGuy86
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QuestionCan I add eucalyptus oil in the water?
Asked 4 years ago by Sam.
- Answer Nooo it will ruin it!!
  Answered 4 years ago by bailey
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QuestionWhat is run time on one full tank?
Asked 4 years ago by frank.
- Answer Depends on how "high" you set the vapor output. I generally set it about "half way" and get more than a whole night from 1 tankful.
  Answered 4 years ago by Davith344
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QuestionAny restrictions on placement? Can it be placed on the floor?
Asked 1 year ago by Pato7.
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QuestionTrying to clean humidifier with white vinegar . Let it soak but still some places cannot clean. When put my hand in to wipe I can only reach certain areas of water tank. How can I clean those that cannot be reached?
Asked 2 years ago by Shar.
- Answer Vicks actually makes a cleaner specifically for the humidifiers, I found it at a local grocery store, but I bet you can order online too.
  Answered 2 years ago by WhiskerBiscuit
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Questioncan you use stick filters in this?
Asked 2 years ago by cookie.
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QuestionI leave the humidifier on the floor and it made the entire floor wet when used overnight. The first night it was on maximum setting. So, I decreased it to 3/4 and still, the floor was a mess. I am outside my return period. What are my options?
Asked 2 years ago by Springon.
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QuestionCan you plug this into a surge protector?
Asked 2 years ago by Bridge.
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QuestionWhy does this happen? The picture on your web site shows this model to have a variable speed knob, which is exactly what I wanted. Why is it that when I get to the store, the actual model is only a 2 speed humidifier, which is exactly what I don't want.
Asked 2 years ago by Outofyourmind123.
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QuestionWhen water ru s out does it shut off?
Asked 2 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer Yes
  Answered 2 years ago by whiskerbiscuit
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QuestionDoes it have a filter?
Asked 2 years ago by Filter.
- Answer No. As the name states, it is FILTER FREE, as in free from having a filter.
  Answered 2 years ago by ElectronicsEnthusiast
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Vicks - 0.5 Gal. Mini Filter Free Cool Mist Humidifier - Blue

Q: QuestionDoes the humidifier come with Vicks VapoPads?

Q: QuestionHow long can this Vicks humidifier run on a full tank?

Q: QuestionIs this Vicks humidifier quiet when in use?

Q: QuestionWhat is the capacity of the water tank?

Q: QuestionWhat is the maximum room size this humidifier is recommended for?

Q: QuestionDoes this humidifier have an adjustable humidistat?

Q: QuestionHow do you clean this humidifier

Q: QuestionCan you use tap water?

Q: QuestionHow many square feet does this cover?

Q: QuestionAre the pads required or just an amenity if desired?

Q: QuestionCan I add eucalyptus oil in the water?

Q: QuestionWhat is run time on one full tank?

Q: QuestionAny restrictions on placement? Can it be placed on the floor?

Q: QuestionTrying to clean humidifier with white vinegar . Let it soak but still some places cannot clean. When put my hand in to wipe I can only reach certain areas of water tank. How can I clean those that cannot be reached?

Q: Questioncan you use stick filters in this?

Q: QuestionI leave the humidifier on the floor and it made the entire floor wet when used overnight. The first night it was on maximum setting. So, I decreased it to 3/4 and still, the floor was a mess. I am outside my return period. What are my options?

Q: QuestionCan you plug this into a surge protector?

Q: QuestionWhy does this happen? The picture on your web site shows this model to have a variable speed knob, which is exactly what I wanted. Why is it that when I get to the store, the actual model is only a 2 speed humidifier, which is exactly what I don't want.

Q: QuestionWhen water ru s out does it shut off?

Q: QuestionDoes it have a filter?

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QuestionWhat is run time on one full tank?

QuestionAny restrictions on placement? Can it be placed on the floor?

QuestionTrying to clean humidifier with white vinegar . Let it soak but still some places cannot clean. When put my hand in to wipe I can only reach certain areas of water tank. How can I clean those that cannot be reached?

Questioncan you use stick filters in this?

QuestionI leave the humidifier on the floor and it made the entire floor wet when used overnight. The first night it was on maximum setting. So, I decreased it to 3/4 and still, the floor was a mess. I am outside my return period. What are my options?

QuestionCan you plug this into a surge protector?

QuestionWhy does this happen? The picture on your web site shows this model to have a variable speed knob, which is exactly what I wanted. Why is it that when I get to the store, the actual model is only a 2 speed humidifier, which is exactly what I don't want.

QuestionWhen water ru s out does it shut off?

QuestionDoes it have a filter?