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Robo
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Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

#7564260 - 10/26/07 06:23 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

I have a Vicks V400 Model Humidifier that I will be modifying pretty soon with 0.5" diameter PVC pipe and elbows for a fairly large FC. Does anyone have any suggestions for covering up the original vapor outlet holes? I'd like to do it with something a little better than just some duct tape, but can't think of anything at the moment.

Any general tips/suggestions about modifying humidifiers(particularly V400 model If you have it) are appreciated. Thanks. :tongue2:

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Edited by Adagio (10/26/07 06:33 PM)

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

[Re: Robo]
#7564277 - 10/26/07 06:26 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

How about silicone?

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7564286 - 10/26/07 06:29 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

I was thinking about either that or some kind of polyfill, but I didn't want it to drip down it the water chamber while I was doing the patchwork :shrug:

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Might work, though.

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7564295 - 10/26/07 06:34 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

Maybe you can squirt out a patch of silicone on a paper or something, and then place your humidifier on it, upside down - holes against silicone. That way it will dry without dripping inside. Then just drag the paper off when it's dry.

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7564312 - 10/26/07 06:38 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

:thumbup:

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7564327 - 10/26/07 06:45 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

Maybe not a piece of paper though, maybe more like a sheet of plastic or something.

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7564338 - 10/26/07 06:47 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

parchment paper maybe

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7564361 - 10/26/07 06:54 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

Hot glue was my other idea (but I don't think it would be as good as silicon.)

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7564413 - 10/26/07 07:18 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

Any particular reason you are straying away from duct tape? It is easy and works perfectly.

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7564462 - 10/26/07 07:35 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

If you insist on piping the unit in, you should use 4" dryer duct and place it over the original opening. If you modify the unit, it will fail within a month or two due to back pressure ruining the motor bushings, and you can't return it to the store for credit.
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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7564725 - 10/26/07 08:56 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

After taking into consideration what RR said and you still want to mod it, I would just fiberglass that monstrous hole.

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7569533 - 10/28/07 01:14 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

Quote:

RogerRabbit said:
If you insist on piping the unit in, you should use 4" dryer duct and place it over the original opening. If you modify the unit, it will fail within a month or two due to back pressure ruining the motor bushings, and you can't return it to the store for credit.

Not good

:frown:

In that case I don't insist on the mod, I just don't have time for hand-misting that's all. Would you suggest I just stick the humidifier itself inside the FC? It's fairly large (4' across for holding multiple monotubs,cakes,etc.), perhaps I could just stick it in the corner?

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7570157 - 10/28/07 04:19 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

bump

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7570442 - 10/28/07 05:37 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

some kinda puddy that dries and can be painted or is already white i use plumbers puty but thats brown and doesnt dry

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7570459 - 10/28/07 05:43 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

In light of what RR has said about the humidifier breaking I may end up just sticking it in the corner of the FC and skip the PVC mod.

Edited by Adagio (10/28/07 05:43 PM)

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

[Re: Robo]
#7571416 - 10/28/07 10:56 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

I used clear poly tape. Worked good

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7571463 - 10/28/07 11:17 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

Quote:

Adagio said:
Not good In that case I don't insist on the mod, I just don't have time for hand-misting that's all. Would you suggest I just stick the humidifier itself inside the FC? It's fairly large (4' across for holding multiple monotubs,cakes,etc.), perhaps I could just stick it in the corner?

I just put mine in my greenhouse. I used a $2 flexible gutter elbow over the intake to pipe fresh air in from the room. It works like a charm and I never have to think twice about FAE :thumbup:

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#7571483 - 10/28/07 11:26 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

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Robo
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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7573260 - 10/29/07 02:58 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

Indeed.

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7573454 - 10/29/07 04:01 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

I've been recommending to place cool mist humidifiers inside the greenhouse for years.
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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7573573 - 10/29/07 04:35 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

Quote:

RogerRabbit said:
I've been recommending to place cool mist humidifiers inside the greenhouse for years.

Is it necessary to have air intake from the outside? (gutter elbow)

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

[Re: Robo]
#7574995 - 10/29/07 11:36 PM (16 years, 5 months ago)

It isn't necessary but it acts as a source of fresh air exchange. It's like killing two birds with one stone. i.e. you don't have to buy another machine or cut a bunch of holes in your setup.

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7575329 - 10/30/07 02:30 AM (16 years, 5 months ago)

To avoid burning out motors, what about creating 2 outputs? I was thinking about doing this and running one humidifier with 2 hoses into one greenhouse, but would this decrease my humidity levels or would it stay the same because the unit is adapt to higher ouputs of humidity through the larger main output? Just a thought, I wouldn't mind some input on this one being as I was to get a second GH and it'd be cool not to have to purchase 2 new Humidifiers... :smile:

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#7580236 - 10/31/07 11:13 AM (16 years, 5 months ago)

Quote:

Bacchus said:
I just put mine in my greenhouse. I used a $2 flexible gutter elbow over the intake to pipe fresh air in from the room. It works like a charm and I never have to think twice about FAE

This is a great idea. I was working on something similar, but not quite so easy. Thanks for saving me a decent chunk of time.

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#16238305 - 05/16/12 02:09 AM (11 years, 10 months ago)

Why are people so adamant about keeping their humidifiers out of the grow chamber?, I see no advantage what so ever. Are vicks humidifiers the absolute best?

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#16247244 - 05/17/12 08:35 PM (11 years, 10 months ago)

Wow! Talk about a blast from the past! :rolleyes:

:rolleyes:

Humidifiers are big and take up valuable shelving real estate. Some people can't or won't sacrifice the space. Vicks humidifiers are available and relatively cheap, and that's why people use them.

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#16247269 - 05/17/12 08:42 PM (11 years, 10 months ago)

I don't even remember making this thread.

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#16247636 - 05/17/12 09:57 PM (11 years, 10 months ago)

:lolsy:

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#16247869 - 05/17/12 10:51 PM (11 years, 10 months ago)

Clearly i'm still getting the hang of things around here.. :confused:

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Thanks for the info peeps, i'l try to post on only current threads, haha.

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#16247892 - 05/17/12 10:58 PM (11 years, 10 months ago)

Do not sweat it! It happens to us all.

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#16248896 - 05/18/12 06:44 AM (11 years, 10 months ago)

Quote:

Timehole said:
Why are people so adamant about keeping their humidifiers out of the grow chamber?, I see no advantage what so ever. Are vicks humidifiers the absolute best?

Actually, bumping an old but relevant thread shows you were using the search engine as we request people to do. We frown on people bumping old threads for no reason, but this is different.

Vicks 400 used to be a good unit. Then they shipped production and the jobs associated with it to Mexico a few years ago, and I never had a single one last over three months after that. We used to run them in our house all winter to make up for dry air caused by our wood stove. Now we just keep a pot of water boiling on the stove.

Good luck getting much out of one of the new units. I wish I knew of a quality replacement, but don't.
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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#16253001 - 05/19/12 03:47 AM (11 years, 10 months ago)

Thank you for clarifying RR,

That's sad to hear, after reading through the forums I figured the v400 was a solid option. I was just about ready to order 3.. I think I will still end up buying em' eventually. For now going with OHM's monoTEK, to save on time,effort and $ in setting up. I still want to build a tent but i'm fairly new to the this. I am patient though and the the future is bright.

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Re: Vicks V400 Humidifier Mod

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#16253179 - 05/19/12 06:22 AM (11 years, 10 months ago)

Quote:

RogerRabbit said:
Quote:

Timehole said:
Why are people so adamant about keeping their humidifiers out of the grow chamber?, I see no advantage what so ever. Are vicks humidifiers the absolute best?

Actually, bumping an old but relevant thread shows you were using the search engine as we request people to do. We frown on people bumping old threads for no reason, but this is different.

Vicks 400 used to be a good unit. Then they shipped production and the jobs associated with it to Mexico a few years ago, and I never had a single one last over three months after that. We used to run them in our house all winter to make up for dry air caused by our wood stove. Now we just keep a pot of water boiling on the stove.

Good luck getting much out of one of the new units. I wish I knew of a quality replacement, but don't.
RR

Aren't these units designed so that you can replace the ceramic membranes, as they become 'clogged up' with mineral deposits, as thy are with the 'foggers' that people use in ponds.
I suppose using filtered water would be out of the question?

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Thank you for clarifying RR,

That's sad to hear, after reading through the forums I figured the v400 was a solid option. I was just about ready to order 3.. I think I will still end up buying em' eventually. For now going with OHM's monoTEK, to save on time,effort and $ in setting up. I still want to build a tent but i'm fairly new to the this. I am patient though and the the future is bright.

Timehole

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