It's not too late! You don't have to suffer the agonizing effects of dry air any longer. Are you tired of dry, cracked skin? Scratchy throat? Static electricity? Why have you been suffering when you could alleviate all of these problems and more by having an Aprilaire whole-house humidifier installed?
Whole-house is the key
Dry air is abundant throughout your entire home in the winter months when your heating system is operating. This dry air wreaks havoc on both your health and your home and possessions. Unlike portable units that humidify one room at a time, a whole-house humidifier from Aprilaire works in conjunction with your home's HVAC system to provide soothing moisture to every room in your home. Maintenance is a breeze with Aprilaire as well, with no cumbersome tanks to fill every day (what a hassle).
Contact your Aprilaire dealer and schedule the installation of your Aprilaire whole-house humidifier today. It's not too late to enjoy all the benefits that properly humidified air can bring to you and your family.
Aprilaire - fresh ideas for indoor air.
Smoking and air cleaners
I won't do that. Even our Model 5000, the best whole house particulate removal product, will not deter the harmful affects of 2nd hand smoke. It WILL help clean your air of all kinds of nasty stuff; virus-sized particles, allergens and other contaminants.
It's best just to properly ventilate, or maybe just don't smoke in the house. Go outside with the other 2nd class citizens!
Do You Have Moisture Problems?
What's what in dehumidifier world?
What's the difference between a Model 1750 and Model 1750A
Aprilaire's response:
Thank you for contacting us with regards to our Aprilaire Dehumidifiers. The difference between these two models is primarily the type of refrigerant system used. The 1750 uses an R22-bases system, and the 1750A uses an R410A-based system.
Wood, guitars and humidifiers.
I have what I was told is an April Air (looks like the 700) that came as part of my high end Carrier central AC/heating system a few years ago. We had an Aprilair before and like this one, but, it's humidity is tied to the heating /AC and the wood in the house (and one guitar) are suffering from it being too dry in here. Everything is set right (humidity maxed out on the thermostat), I hear it go on all the time, and it works right, but we don't have your digital controls to get it up to about 50%. How can I upgrade your system to get more humid air? Luckily Fender fixed my guitar but I was told dry air caused the damage and it has never left this house and a new hygrometer puts the humidity at less then 40%. If I need a new and better AprilAir fine. If this one can be upgraded, that is even better.
Thank you
Aprilaires' response:
Thank you for contacting us regarding the Aprilaire product line. We are happy to assist you with questions relating to the operation and performance of your humidifier. Our humidifiers are designed to provide and control up to 45% relative humidity. Our humidistat controls will only allow the humidifier to provide 45% humidity into the home before it will no longer initiate a call for humidity. If you are trying to maintain more than 45% humidity in the home, we would recommend working through your heating and cooling contractor for a 3rd party control that has a higher limit in regards to humidity control.
In order to get optimum levels of humidification within the home, we would recommend utilizing the humidifier with hot water as the water source, and also to allow the humidifier to operate with the fan operation of the heating system. By utilizing the humidifier with hot water as the water source this will help increase the evaporative capacity for the model 700. You will also get optimum use of the model 700 by wiring this unit to operate in conjunction with the fan for the heating application. What this allows you to do is to humidify the home essentially 24 hours a day. Basically, when putting the fan to the on mode you will be able to provide humidity into the home even though the actual heating system is not actually producing heat at the time. The heat from the water will provide the heat that is needed in the evaporation process. By utilizing the application with hot water and fan operation you will be optimizing the performance of our product and be providing a higher level of comfort within the home.
We would be happy to further assist you with any questions relating to the operation and performance of your humidifier. If there are any further questions regarding your application, please contact us at your earliest convenience.
Fan failure a possibility?
I have the Aprilaire 700 model (several years now) & we noticed our RH was very low. While the solenoid activates & water is running, I found the fan never activates now. I even tried the "test" mode & it would activate. I am thinking since the water solenoid is working the control panel should be OK and I have a fan failure. Is there some way I can verify this. And I didn't notice replacement fans here on your site. Please confirm for me.
Aprilaires' Response:
By what you are stating, when you put the controller into test mode, the fan will come on with the water flow. But, for normal operation only the water flows?
Since the fan does come on in test mode, but the level of RH is low in your home, anyone would question the fan at this point. Why wouldn't it come on for normal operation. Or, is the fan ok, and the solenoid is open too much?
As you are aware, proper operation calls for both to be working at the same time. The fan running when the solenoid is open.
We do not sell these type of parts online. You would need to get these from an HVAC technician. Also, they would best be able to determine which is the problem and would need to be replaced.
Air Humidifier for a two story house
I have a two story house with a model 500 on the second floor and one also on the first floor. second floor is 2,000 feet and first is 3,000 feet. My humidity level on the first floor is 31%...what is wrong...I have it set at 45%.
Aprilaires' response:
Your Aprilaire Model 500 humidifier is designed to operate any time your HVAC furnace is operating. If your furnace is not operating your humidifier can not operate. As a result even though you have your control set to 45% the humidifier can not run unless the furnace is producing heat. We also design all our humidifiers to maintain an indoor relative humidity of 35% whenever the outdoor temperature is 20F or above. Some homes may be able to maintain more than 35% but not every home will be able to.
In addition if you did not have a humidifier prior to January 2010, it will take some time for the humidity level to increase in your home. Prior to the humidity staying in the air, all the wood and furnishings will soak up the humidity.
Right side up, right side down...I'm all turned about.
Can the inlet and outlet of the 2210 be reversed? Because of the pitch
of my roof I can only install the unit in one direction.
Aprilaires' response:
The 2210 can be installed with the inlet and outlet side reversed. The important point is that the filter media needs to be installed with the airflow arrow in the proper orientation of the air flow of your HVAC system.
Dirty Ducts and Laundry Shoots
Here's a loosly related story about things getting hung up.
When I bought my house it was about 30 years old; a big 2-story; solid, well-built but really worn. Needed alot of work. It had been a foster home for years and it really showed the wear and tear.
One of the nice features I remember when we looked at this house was a laundry shoot; crucial really, especially for a two story with laundry facilities in the basement (two flights down from the bedrooms, where most of the laundry comes from and goes to). REALLY handy!
It was a good sized shoot. You could stick your whole head in and look around. Once in a while we'd catch the kids climbing in and dropping down into a pile of dirty clothes on the basement floor (Thankfully they never tried this from the 2nd floor).
When we first moved in I noticed something hanging in the shoot between floors. A rag or a piece of clothing or something got caught on nail or something protruding from the wall inside the shoot.
I got a broom handle and snagged it. It was a very large pair of women's underpants. About the size that would've fit the previous owner. Presumable dirty, since it was hung up in the laundry shoot! EEEEEEW!
So, who knows what kind of treasures might be hanging around inside your air ducts!
Get a contractor to check it out occasionally! And while you're at it, have your entire HVAC system cleaned and checked.
Air Humidifier Fan working but still dry...what is next?
We just noticed (after realizing that our skin is itchy and we can't breathe) that our Aprilaire is working fanwise, but there is no water going through the tubing. It is completely dry. Any ideas?
Aprilaires' Response:
The first question we have for this situation.... do you have the water line open? Where the 1/4 inch line goes from the solenoid back to the main water line, is that valve open?
Otherwise, you could check for blockage in the water line. One place would be at the inline strainer. That is located on the inlet side of the solenoid valve. Simply remove the copper line and use a pin or Philips screw driver to put into the opening the copper line just came out of... use a scraping motion and pull out the inline strainer. It is about an inch long and shaped like a pen cap. It has many tiny holes in it. That may be clogged, blocking water.
The other location to look is at the outlet side of the solenoid valve. Remove the feed tube that comes out of the valve and goes into the humidifier to deposit the water there. If you try to look into the tube, at the end that just came out of the solenoid valve, you can not see into it. This is because that is where the orifice is. Make sure the orifice has a small hole in the middle of it that is clear.
These are the things we check before we are then left to buy new parts. If these things don't get the water flowing for you, you may need a new solenoid valve. It would be part number 4040.
Please let us know if you have any further questions.
Tankless water heater...will it work?
Will this unit work with a tankless water heater? It seems that its flow would not be enough to turn on the heater. Thanks
Aprilaire's Response:
Unfortunately we do not recommend using tankless water heaters with our humidifiers. The flow rate of the water coming from the water heater would not be sufficient enough to turn on the heat mechanism. Some contractors are installing a smaller 6-10 gallon water heater solely for the humidifier itself. Please contact our Customer Service Department if we may be of further assistance.
Bypass humidifier on the supply or return duct?
I am installing this unit (500A) on a heat pump system, can I install the unit on the return duct, with the 6" pipe running from the supply to the unit?
Aprilaires' Response:
This unit is reversible and can be installed on the supply or return and configured for right- or left-side bypass. Please let us know if we can be of further assistance.
What are the main differences between the #56 and #58 humidistat?
What are the main differences between the #56 and #58 humidistat? If I want
to use a 6504 zone controller with a #58 humidistat how would I wire it
since there is no + & - terminals? Will the 6504 only work with the #56
humidistat? Any help you can give would be greatly appreciated.
Aprilaires' Response:
The Model 56 and 58 humidistats both work the same way. They are both automatic humidistats that use an outdoor sensor to automatically adjust the indoor humidity level as the outdoor temperature changes. A couple of years ago we added the digital display, a "call dealer for service light", and a "humidifier on" light. These three things are the main differences between the two humidistats.
If you have a 6504 zone controller you would need to use the Model 56. The 6504 firmware hasn't been upgraded to recognize the Model 58.
I hope this answers your questions. Please let us know if you need anything else.
700a, 700m 700...Aprilaire Power Humidifiers
We are a contractor operating in Toronto, Ontario Canada. We recently
installed an Aprilaire 700 Humidifier for a customer. Our customer prefers
the model model 700A. Can his 700M !!! be upgraded to 700A, without having
to replace the whole unit?
Aprilaires' Repsonse:
The 700M may be converted to the 700A by replacing the manual humidistat (part #4655) with our automatic digital humidifier control (part #58). The only difference between the 700M and 700A is the control. Since they are one in the same it will also use the same Aprilaire water panel number 35, also refered to as a replacement humidifier filter.
Aprilaire Dehumidifiers - Your Solution to Musty Odors
Do you ever wonder why your basement has a stale, musty smell? Or why the temperature is only 70 degrees, yet you're sweating and uncomfortable? The answer is high humidity. Too much moisture makes you feel miserable and can lead to damage to your home from mold and mildew, neither of which is acceptable. Do you ever wonder if there is a solution to excess moisture?
Aprilaire is the answer
A whole-house dehumidifier from Aprilaire solves your excess moisture problems. It works in conjunction with your home’s HVAC system to quietly and efficiently remove excess moisture from every room of your home. Maintenance with Aprilaire is also a breeze. Unlike noisy portable dehumidifiers that take up space in your living room, Aprilaire dehumidifiers have no messy tanks to empty and clean. Simply wash or replace the air filter on an annual basis. That's it. We call it "out of sight, out of mind."
Call your local Aprilaire dealer and schedule the installation of your Aprilaire whole-house dehumidifier today. Your family and your home will thank you.
Aprilaire - fresh ideas for indoor air.
Aprilaire - Your Solution to Unsightly Dryness
"Seeing is believing" is a statement that rings true for most of us. We won't believe something unless we've actually seen it with our own eyes. Sometimes the impact of a situation doesn't really hit you unless you've actually seen it. An example is the horrifying death of the Georgian luger at this year’s winter Olympics.
What is it that you're seeing lately: dry itchy skin, warped or cracked woodwork in your home, static electricity, nose bleeds? Are you horrified to see this happening to you, your family, or your home? Now that you've seen the effects of dry air, are you ready to take action?
Aprilaire is the answer
A whole-house humidifier from Aprilaire solves all your problems associated with dry air. It works in conjunction with your home’s HVAC system to add soothing humidity to every room of your home. This protective moisture improves your family’s health and preserves your valuable assets from the excruciating effects of dry air. Call your local Aprilaire dealer and schedule the installation of an Aprilaire humidifier today. Your family and your home will thank you.
Aprilaire - fresh ideas for indoor air.
Why do you need whole-house air cleaning? Consider this:
* Each person inhales over 3,500 gallons of air each day. Children inhale more particles for their size then adolescents or adults.
* Polluted air causes 94% of all respiratory problems.
* More than 31 million Americans have been diagnosed with asthma, about 1/3 are children under 18.
* About 40,000 dust mites, a common household allergen, can live in one ounce of dust.
* An estimated 10-15% of the entire population may be allergic to cat or dog dander.
* A person sheds up to 700,000 skin flakes per day.
These are just a few of the reasons to make sure your home is protected by having a whole house air cleaner installed. A high efficiency whole house air cleaner from Aprilaire makes your home healthier and cleaner. The EPA states that indoor air is often times more polluted then outdoor air so cleaning the air in your home is more important then ever.
If you currently have an Aprilaire air cleaner you can upgrade it to our newest media that removes more particulate from the air. Call you local contractor and tell them you want to upgrade your Aprilaire air cleaner today. For a small investment you can improve your current air filter.
Different by the same?
I am looking at replacing my model #760 Aprilaire Humidifier with a model #700 Aprlaire Humidifier. Are the cutout openings the same size? I would like to remove and replace with out any plenium modification.
Aprilaires' response:
The 700 Aprilaire Humidifier and the 760 Aprilaire Humidifier are very similar and can be swapped with minimal modification to the plenum. Here are the differences:
760-14 7/8"W x 14 3/16"H
700-14 3/4"W x 14 5/16"H
Don't worry if you have left over humidifier filters (water panels) as both humidifiers use the model 35 water panel.
Please let us know if you have further questions.
Red light, green light.....amber light?
A green light is lit. The green light is next to it is the text change filter. I checked online for the manual, there were only references for 600m and 600a. Please advise if this green light means I need to change the filter.
Aprilaire's response:
The green light simply means the humidifier is on and running. The "Change Water Panel" light is amber in color. The "Call Dealer" light is red. Similar to a stop light.
Please feel free to ask about any other issues or observations you see. We would be happy to help.
Old humidifier, New humidifier...oh my?
I am looking to replace my broken 110 model with something that will fit in the same size cut out in my furnace. Can you reccommend something for a house less than 2000 square feet. I really do not want to have to mess with sheet metal.
Apriliare's reponse:
Great question, the model 110 was obsoleted 15 years ago. The replacement humidifier is the model 700. This unit can effectively humidify a home up to 4200 square feet. The plenum opening for the model 700 is slightly different than your model 110.The opening is 14 3/4" W x 14 5/16" H. Your model 110 plenum opening was 13 5/8" W x 11 5/16" H. Therefore, you should be able to modify the current opening.