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Vicks V3700

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$39.48 - $70.00

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Type: Tabletop humidifiers

About - Vicks V3700
The Vicks V3700 is part of the humidifier test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, humidifier models like the V3700 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Output: Output is based on the number of gallons emitted daily per square foot of the recommended humidification area. Convenience: Convenience is the ease of operating and maintaining a unit. Noise: Noise is based on the sound level, in decibels, at the unit¿s highest operating setting.

About - Vicks V3700

The Vicks V3700 is part of the humidifier test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, humidifier models like the V3700 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Output:: Output is based on the number of gallons emitted daily per square foot of the recommended humidification area.
Convenience:: Convenience is the ease of operating and maintaining a unit.
Noise:: Noise is based on the sound level, in decibels, at the unit¿s highest operating setting.

About This Brand
Vicks is part of the Helen of Troy group. Vicks offers a broad range of humidifiers, which can be found in mass-market and drug stores. Prices range from $40 to $90.

About This Brand

Vicks is part of the Helen of Troy group. Vicks offers a broad range of humidifiers, which can be found in mass-market and drug stores. Prices range from $40 to $90.

Features & Specs - Vicks V3700
Claimed humidification area Claimed humidification area is the manufacturers' intended room size or use area for a unit. Claimed humidification area	400
Humidistat Humidistat indicates the presence or absence of a digital or analog device to measure relative humidity. Humidistat	No
Programmable Programmable indicates that a model can be instructed to turn on and off at preset times and at preset humidity settings. Programmable	No
Antimicrobial claims Antimicrobial claims indicates a claim of resistance to microbial growth. Antimicrobial claims	Yes
Antimicrobial effectiveness Antimicrobial effectiveness indicates a model inhibit growth of bacteria in our tests. Antimicrobial effectiveness	No
Full tank weight (lbs.) Full tank weight is the weight, in pounds, of the tank, or reservoir, when full. Full tank weight (lbs.)	9.5
Style Style is the method used to add moisture to the air. Style	Evaporative
Dual mist Dual-mist unit; Output slightly higher, Efficiency lower, in warm-mist mode. Dual mist	No
Warm mist only Warm mist only model; potential scalding from high steam temperatures. Warm mist only	No
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By Blaze

from Ottawa, canada

1.0

Poorest quality

1/13/2013

Pros

Cons

Fan Motor Quit 3 Weeks

Best Uses

Comment:

Poor quality and useless warranty. Unit died after 3 weeks

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

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