Crane Drop Shape Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier with 2.3 Gallon output per day
Crane Drop Shape Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier with 2.3 Gallon output per day
Product Features
- Humidifier holds 1 gallon of water and produces up to 2.3 gallon moisture output per day
- Provides relief from cough, cold and flu symptoms
- Increases air moisture for easier breathing and a good night’s sleep
- Whisper-quite ultrasonic operation runs up to 24 hours
- 360 degree mist nozzle and variable control settings
- Ships in Certified Frustration-Free Packaging
- Increases air moisture for easier breathing and relieve of cough, cold, and flu symptoms, including nasal congestion, dry cough, sinus irritation, nose bleeds as well as dry skin
- Ultrasonic cool mist operation does not require a filter to run (demineralization filter available – model # HS-3161)
- 1 gallon water tank runs whisper quiet up to 24 hours. To fill, simply remove the drop shape water tank from the unit, unscrew the tank cap, and fill the tank under the water faucet
- Puts out up to 2.3 gallons of moisture per day and effectively humidifies rooms up to 250 square feet
- Auto shutoff safety sensor and 360 degree output nozzle
Product Description
The modern, simplistic design of the crane drop shape cool mist humidifier makes it a tasteful addition to any room in your home. a finalist in the 2011 international housewares design awards, the crane drop shape cool mist humidifier provides up to 24 hours of moisture on medium setting. suitable for rooms up to 250 square feet in size, this compact unit is energy-efficient and uses ultrasonic technology to add soothing moisture to dry air. crane’s drop humidifier provides relief for cough and cold, nasal congestion, and dry itchy skin. available in an array of stylish colors, the drop humidifier is an ideal combination of form and function and makes a great gift for any occasion. this humidifier does not require a filter to operate.The modern, simplistic design of the Crane Drop Shape Cool Mist Humidifier makes it a tasteful addition to any room in your home. A finalist in the 2011 International Housewares Design Awards, the Crane Drop Shape Cool Mist Humidifier provides up to 24 hours of moisture on medium setting. Suitable for rooms up to 250 square feet in size, this compact unit is energy-efficient and uses ultrasonic technology to add soothing moisture to dry air. Crane’s Drop humidifier provides relief for cough and cold, nasal congestion, and dry itchy skin. Available in an array of stylish colors, the Drop Humidifier is an ideal combination of form and function and makes a great gift for any occasion. This humidifier does not require a filter to operate.
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Efficient Humidifier with a Contemporary Design
The Crane Drop Shape Cool Mist Humidifier runs up to 24 hours and puts out up to 2.3 gallons of moisture to soothe cold, cough, and flu symptoms. A 360-degree nozzle lets you direct the cool mist, while a variable output control located on the front of the unit makes for easy operation. This humidifier is energy-efficient, using less power than a standard light bulb to run.
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Benefits of This Crane Humidifier
Humidifiers are an ideal choice for relieving the discomforts of nasal congestion, dry itchy skin, chapped lips, and dry throat. The moisture that humidifiers add to dry air helps alleviate common nuisances brought on by winter heating, such as static electricity, peeling wallpaper, and cracks in paint and furniture. Many physicians recommend the use of a humidifier to help relieve congestion from the common cold and flu as an alternative to over-the-counter cough and cold medicine.
The Drop Shape Cool Mist Humidifier was a finalist in the 2011 International Housewares Design Awards. Thanks to its fun, contemporary design and whisper-quiet operation, it is discreet enough to be left out when company visits.
Straightforward, Whisper-Quiet Operation
Not only are Crane humidifiers stylish, but they are also easy to use and include a built-in auto-shut-off feature that engages when the water tank is empty to ensure safety. The whisper-quiet operation helps provide for a good night sleep for everyone.
Operating the Crane Drop Shape Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier requires only a few easy steps. Simply remove the water tank from the unit, unscrew the tank cap, and fill the water tank under a water faucet. Securely replace the tank cap, making sure the rubber cap seal is in place, and place the water tank back onto the unit. Place the humidifier on an elevated surface and set it to a medium output setting for comfortable room humidification.
Important Tips
If you have a lot of minerals in your tap water, it is recommended to use distilled water, filtered water, or a Crane demineralization filter (HS-3161). Place humidifier on an elevated surface and not on carpet, towel, or sensitive wood furniture.
Cleaning and Storage
Frequently cleaning your humidifier is very important. Crane recommends emptying the water in the basin daily, making sure you pour away from the fan air-outlet. Disinfect the water basin and tank weekly by using a white vinegar and fresh water solution, let sit for 30 minutes, then rinse. For convenience, the Crane Descaler solution HS-1933 is also available. It is important to disinfect and dry completely before storage.
What’s in the Box:
Crane White and Blue Drop Shape Cool Mist Humidifier and operation manual/warranty.
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6,090 of 6,184 people found the following review helpful  Read the instruction manual b4 u complain about it…, By This review is from: Crane Drop Shape Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier with 2.3 Gallon output per day (Health and Beauty) I received this humidifier 2 weeks ago after searching for a decent humidifier to replace the one i owned that was famous for robbing me in replacements filter, etc. fees. This thing fits the bill. The design is great, it’s super quiet, and gets the job done. In choosing this product i read all the reviews. The reviews that made me hesitant to purchase this were the complaints that said: a)that the furniture on and around the humidifier got wet all the time, b)that the machine did not cut off if empty, as advertised, c)that the machine is hard to clean, and d) that it makes a lot of noise. With hesitation, I purchased the product in good faith. I was immediately pleased by the design. I read the owner’s manual even though i thought it all was a “no brainer”. The manual actually explained a)how to adjust the mist as to not wet the furniture around it, and b)that the machine will turn off when empty, but the light on the device will remain lite…obviously the part those that said the machine did not turn off failed to read, and c)how the machine is easy to clean with a vinegar or chlorine solution. Cleaning is easy. I recommend using the bleach solution as bleach will kill anything..not to mention it also gets rid of the discoloration. Lastly, the sound the comes from the machine is very subtle, but when u hear it, it is exactly like the soothing sounds of a filter running on a fish tank. It actually helped me sleep… having this white, very subtle noise. I like this thing. My skin and nose are happy. I hope this clarifies some of the ambiguity i found in the other reviews…. 0 2,617 of 2,688 people found the following review helpful Read the instruction manual first, By guy next door (New England USA) – See all my reviews Verified Purchase(What’s this?) This review is from: Crane Drop Shape Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier with 2.3 Gallon output per day (Health and Beauty) I purchased the Crane cool mist humidifier in Dec’10 and have used it, with great success, for many months. With all the negative reviews (about 20%) I almost didn’t purchase this machine. But I’m glad I did, because it works really well for what it is: a mid size/capacity humidifier. First of all: ***this humidifier has a 2.3 gallon per day maximum output, with a .9 gallon tank.*** Amazon’s initial title for this (and many other humidifiers) mentions daily output capacity rather than tank size… this may be confusing, although the correct specs are prominently listed on the Amazon page – fifth bullet point in the “product features” section. As for Crane (the manufacturer), their package clearly states a 2.3 gallon daily output, and .9 gallon tank size… The reviewers complaining about the “misleading name” should try emailing Amazon suggesting a title change on their website… instead of writing a 1 or 2 star review of the product. That would be more helpful and more fair. As for the product itself: A few buyers obviously received defective machines; this has to be expected on some level with any manufacturer. But having read over the negative reviews, I realized that most of the complaints were due to improper use of the machine. It is essential to read the instruction manual and use the machine as intended by design. Doing so will avoid the pitfalls described by most of these 1-2 star review writers. For reference, I have addressed their most common complaints below: 1) White dust buildup in the room: use filtered or distilled water. This is important if you have hard tap water. (85% of American homes do.) I run my tap water through a Brita filter; the exchange ion resin lowers the concentration of calcium carbonates, accordingly softening tap water. It also helps keep the humidifier cleaner by removing organic impurities, and I have had no white dust buildup. ***If your water is particularly high in mineral content, you should use distilled water, or else opt for a vaporizer-type (humidifying) machine, which creates water vapor free of white dust.*** 2) Limited effectiveness: you are trying to humidify too large a room. In my 500 square foot living room level the machine helps a little; in my 150 square foot bedroom the machine is more than adequate. 3) Height of machine: the manual directs you to put the humidifier *at least* a few feet off the ground; there’s no reason you can’t place it even higher up if you wish. Doing so will disperse the mist more effectively. 4) Machine runs out of water: try turning it down to about 2/3 power instead of full power. The machine is practically noiseless at this setting and the water tank if actually filled to the rim will last at least 8-10 hours. 5) Machine makes bubbling noise on high: see #4 above. 6) Wet area forms immediately around humidifier: you have the machine turned up too high for the conditions in your room. This is explained in the instruction manual: you need to make sure the mist isn’t falling down onto the surfaces around the machine; otherwise moisture will accumulate on those surfaces. Turn the power dial down until the vapor stream is fully evaporating in the air. 7) Machine leaks: Take care that the water tank fits snugly into place, with no gaps. Also, make sure you have the clear rubber ring that fits inside the tank cap. During my initial setup, this little (1 1/2″ diameter) ring came loose and rolled away, and I almost didn’t notice. The ring ensures a tight seal on your water tank cap; without it, I’m pretty sure the machine would leak. 8) Machine gets moldy: you are not following the correct cleaning routine, as described in the manual. You need to empty and rinse out the tank daily, and empty the bottom part of the unit too. Once a week you should use a white vinegar/warm water mixture in the tank and bottom of unit (see manual). I hope this was helpful. If my humidifier breaks down I will certainly update this review. 0 235 of 253 people found the following review helpful  Old one from 2010 was great except for the bright green light. New EE-5301 is different. I modified green running light to off., By Verified Purchase(What’s this?) This review is from: Crane Drop Shape Ultrasonic Cool Mist Humidifier, Model# EE-5301 – White (Health and Beauty) Summary from this review: Get the blue one…its better than the color or white ones. Also, the light is annoying but can be turned off. I have an EE-5301 Blue Crane Drop Humidifier with a Date Code from 2010. The humidifier was quiet and effective. The only drawback was the bright green light that is on when the unit is running. I use this in a bedroom while sleeping. The green light changes to red when the water is out. I bought a new White Crane Drop Humidifier and modified both at the same time to turn off the “night light” and just have the red light functional. The details of the modification are below. By taking both apart, I found some important differences between the blue and the white humidifiers. Differences between the colored humidifiers and the blue humidifier: The Blue Crane Humidifier has better output and components: I just bought another Drop humidifier to replace what I thought was the same model I previously had. The difference is my old one is blue and the new one is white. My old EE-5301 has a date code of 8/20/10 printed on the bottom. The white one for sale on Amazon now is the same model number (with the addition of a “w” at the end) but it has some important differences inside and out. I took both units apart at the same time to turn off the green running light. However, you do not need to take the units apart to see the difference. The old blue EE-5301 has a ribbed dial on the front instead of one with just an indentation for your finger. The opening in the bottom of the blue humidifier tank (the hole that vapor passes through is 1/4″ larger than the color/white humidifiers). I suspect the next change was done to compensate for the noticeably less vapor output. Crane changed the size of the opening in the cone-shaped cap that goes on top of the tank on the white model. The old cap on my blue device is 1/4″ larger in diameter. This gives the appearance of more vapor coming out of a smaller hole. When you put the old cap from the blue device from 2010 on the new white device, the difference in vapor output is more obvious. The vapor is less and does not go as far on the newer white one (see pic in comment section). On the inside, the old blue EE-5301 has a much larger fan and a more robust transformer. There are some structural differences to the molded plastic too. The tank and top caps remain interchangeable on both units. The new fan on the white unit is much less substantial and looks like something off of a video card. The vapor output on the old blue device is noticeably more robust on the highest setting. The bottom line is that the model numbers are the same but blue one is better. It appears from the picture on Amazon, that the blue humidifier being sold still has the ribbed dial and is probably the same one as mine from 2010. It has better components. The other point of this review is that the green running light is bright and annoying. I would think most would use this in a bedroom. I’m too old for a night light. I modified my drop humidifiers to never have the green light come on and just have the red light functional. The modification to turn off the green running light: There are 4 screws on the bottom that need to be removed to get to the LED. Once inside, the LED for the green and red light (there is only one LED that can change color) is found behind the clear plastic directly above the dial. There is one screw that holds down the small LED circuit board. There are 3 small wires that are soldered to the circuit board for the LED. The wire that has small red “x’s” was the power for the green LED on my units. When holding the small circuit board with the screw hole up and the LED bulb on the far side off the circuit board, it was the far right-hand wire. I de-soldered the far right wire (one with the “x’s” printed on it) from the circuit board but cutting it would have worked too. I put a piece of electrical tape around the end and put everything back together. Mission accomplished. Problem solved. This took 10 minutes after figured out which wire to cut with a volt meter. I cannot post any links on reviews but I posted a picture of the wire I removed from the LED circuit board. In any case, now the green light never comes on but the red light comes on when the water is out. The typical caveats apply: I do not recommend to anyone to take their humidifier apart. You could cut the wrong wire, damage your humidifier or blow up the universe. Never take anything apart with the power on. Just because this worked for me, it may not work for you. Update 10/2014: It appears now even the blue humidifier on Amazon has an finger indentation on the knob (instead of a ribbed knob) which indicates to me that all the Crane humidifiers likely have the same configuration as the… |
