The microclimate in the apartment influences on the human condition. Exposure to invisible, the results are not immediate and are rarely understood. The composition of the air that a person breathes contain too low amounts of water vapor.
This is particularly evident in winter when heaters drying air, creating conditions for allergic reactions and drying of the mucous membranes. Humidity in apartments dropped to 30%, and for the normal state of health must be 40-70%. To solve the problem may humidifier.
Content
- 1 The device and principle of operation
- 1.1 ultrasonic humidifiers
- 1.2 steam humidifiers
- 1.2.1 With hot evaporation
- 1.2.2 With cold evaporation
- 2 How to use the humidifier
- 3 Recommendations for use
- 3.1 How long should run a humidifier
- 3.2 Where is the best place
- 3.3 How often should include
The device and principle of operation
Humidifier - a heating device that heats the water to a boil and outputting the resultant vapor into the air. Humidity increases and the composition of the inner atmosphere of normal apartments.
Types of devices razlechayut on the principle of action. There are two basic designs of humidifiers:
- ultrasonic,
- steam.
To ensure proper use of a humidifier is necessary to understand the principle of action.
ultrasonic humidifiers
Ultrasonic humidifiers most advanced. They do not heat the water in the ordinary sense, but rather creating a strong and fine vibration, which turns water into smallest slurry. It is picked up from the fan air flow and the mist supplied into the space. In a room where ultrasonic humidifier operates design quality breathability.
Ultrasonic evaporators are safe, since the water heating does not occur. They can be installed in the children's rooms, close to the furniture, plants or beds.
Ultrasonic devices are sensitive to water quality, the filters should be changed every month. They are quiet and economical. Some models have a built-in hydrometer, which controls the humidity and automatically switches on or off the device.
steam humidifiers
Steam structure is heated to the boiling water. Parallel may operate in several modes:
- humidifier,
- flavoring
- inhaler.
For additional effects, add water aromatic oils or preparations with therapeutic effects on the respiratory system. The benefits of such supplements is obvious, but should not be abused.
With hot evaporation
The design consists of a water tank and two electrodes to which a voltage is applied. Since water is a conductor, an electric circuit is completed by heating the water. The vapor is taken up by the fan air. The action continues until the device is water. As soon as it boils, work stops.
Such devices are equipped with additional ionizers and UV lamps, purifying and disinfecting water. The steam temperature at the outlet 60 °, do not mount them next to furniture and in children's rooms.
With cold evaporation
Produce heating only part of the volume of water loaded. In a reservoir-feeder plastic bottle, from which the water is supplied in small portions on a pallet and the evaporator. The volume of water evaporated is small and does not require high power heating elements.
Quality water filtration is carried out step filter. Outputted steam reduces the amount of harmful bacteria and unwanted airborne particles.
Fill with distilled or purified water, it will increase the filter life.
Such devices are more effective than other normaliziruyut microclimate. If you put the device in the vicinity of radiators or convectors, the circulating air is saturated with water vapor, and this will provide a more even distribution of steam throughout the room.
How to use the humidifier
- Carefully read the instructions. Most of the questions will disappear after reading.
- Install the appliance on a flat and dry surface. Nearby there should be furniture, colors or walls.
- The outlet should be free, is directed away from the subjects.
- Capacity fill with water. The level is controlled by the indicator.
- Turn on the humidifier and set the desired mode.
Different types of humectants have particular operation, but a general algorithm for all the same.
Recommendations for use
A few tips on how to improve the operation of the humidifier:
- Suitable for home use appliance. In industrial environments, it is useless, there is need for special devices.
- Just purchased the device does not turn on immediately. Built-in hydrometer must adapt to the internal atmosphere of the room.
- During operation, close doors and windows. Watch out for the lack of drafts. Do not expect instant results, it is a slow process.
- In the summer the need for air humidifier is reduced. Its efficiency decreases, while the outside air contains natural number vapors.
How long should run a humidifier
If the device with built-in hydrometer, its running time is determined automatically. Upon reaching the desired value the device switches off and then on again reduce humidity.
Some models emit noise during operation, which is visible at night. Such devices in the children better off.
Where is the best place
Install the unit at the free horizontal surface away from walls and furniture. Located within walking distance from heating appliances to circulating air at room allocated evenly distributed steam.
The distance from the batteries must be between 30 cm and a height of 50 cm from the floor. Do not install close to the plants.
How often should include
The decisive factor is not the operation of the device, and the rate of humidity. Therefore, switch the device only when necessary. Better not to include a humidifier at night, the noise of his work is too noticeable in silence.
Humidifiers reduce the number of health problems. Their effect is imperceptible, but the resulting decrease in disease improvement of health and elimination of allergic manifestations. Instruments are available to everyone and do not have significant contraindications.
