Lasko 1128 Evaporative Recirculating Humidifier Review
This is an evaporative humidifier with a huge output capacity of about 9 gallons. Given the fact that this is a recirculating humidifier, it can be used to humidify many rooms. This unit has 3 speed settings: low medium and high. It works under the concept of evaporation hence the device needs to be cleansed regularly to ensure that deposits are removed and it is kept off odor. The unit also has an automatic shut down option when the device reaches the required humidity level. There is also a quaint platic window on one side of the unit in which the water trickeles down as a sign that the unit is working properly.
Features
Size
Most conventional humidifiers are not that large in size but the Lasko 1128 Evaporative Recirculating Humidifier is slightly larger under a plastic design which even though is not that classy does well. The plastic body is not that strong. It has a small window on the side where water trickles down. The tank is found inside the body hence it is not visible from outside meaning you also cannot monitor the water level from outside.
Filter
The unit comes with a single filter. The company recommends that users to be using distilled water to reduce the amount of minerals that build up on the filter and if incase you are obliged to use tap water, the tank and the filters need to be cleaned regularly to prevent it from hardening. The other alternative is replacing the filters. The best place to get the filters is Lasko.
Noise
The unit is fairly quite on the low settings but a little bit high on the high settings since on the high settings due to the fun blades on the unit. The unit can comfortably be used in the bedroom when it is on its low settings.
Portability
The unit comes with a small plastic caster wheel. Even though wheels are acceptable, the plastic on which they are set in are not of high quality and weak. However, the unit is still portable.
comfort control speeds
The device has 3 control speed that help in regulating the amount of output coming from the device. These control speeds are high, medium and low.
On and off indicator light
This on and off light indicator is useful in determining when the humidifier is on and when it is off. A green light is a sign that the humidifier is working but a red sign is a sign that the humidifier has stopped working.
4.5 gallon tanks
The unit has a 4 ½ water reservoir that is easily removable for easier cleaning and maintenance and serves spaces of up to 3,200 sq feet.
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Adjustable humidistat
This automatically turns the humidifier on and off to maintain set humidity levels.
Pros
• Easy to clean device
• Easy to use
• Large water tank
• Castors for mobility
• Bigger capacity for larger spaces.
Cons
• On its high settings, this unit is slightly louder.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is this a cool mist humidifier or something else?
A. No it is an evaporative. You will not see the vapors like with mist humidifier
Q. is there a way you can tell how much water is left in the tank since with my previous humidifier; you could easily tell how much water was left in the tank.
A. Yes, the tank starts to float whenever it is empty. It moves slightly 1 inch up. You can mark this position with a good marker so that when it pops up, you the mark.
Verdict
The Lasko 1128 has a high volume output. It ensures that larger spaces are ideally humidified with little noise at the lowest settings. The device is also easy to clean and with a three output settings which you can adjust depending on the amount moisture released in the environment. I would definitely recommend this product to anyone out there.
