HONEYWELL HCM890 Cool Moisture Duracraft Humidifier

by Honeywell

Product Features

• Automatic Moisture Balance System naturally adjusts output for maximum comfort
• Clear tank for at-a-glance monitoring of water levels
• Up to 2 Gallon output per day, dependent on room temperature and humidity
• Speeds - Two moisture output settings - high/low
• Three year limited warranty from Honeywell

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 13.3 x 10.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B000088OC9
• Item model number: HCM890
• Average Customer Review: 2.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #42,392 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

KAZ COOL MOISTURE HUMIDIFIER *Automatic moisture balance system *Low/high moisture output settings *Clear tank *Easy to fill, carry and clean *High impact packaging *Replacement filter is Ace No. 4237962

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars great, February 16, 2010

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A. kidd - See all my reviews
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This review is from: HONEYWELL HCM890 Cool Moisture Duracraft Humidifier (Kitchen)

I have the original Duracraft DCM-200. This Honeywell is the exact replacement for it. I love it. I have electric heat from an 80's furnace that has a permanent filter I cannot replace so the air in here is bad. I have permanent post-nasal drip, my son is Croup sensitive and my DH is asthmatic. Warm Mist humidifiers aggravate sinus problems so *do not* use warm mist for sinus problems.Cool Mist are great for Sinus and preventing Croup but must use filters due to the nature of waterbourne mold in cool air technology. I use my humidifiers for a 160 sf and 145 sf rooms. I keep them on low each night, and use about half the tank. My filters last around six weeks because I do not use the pro-tech bulbs (they do not work). I use BestAir Water Treatment tablets, extra strength (the pink box.) I bleach treat the water tank plus vinegar clean the base every 2 1/2 months. Yes, cool mist humidifiers make noise (warm mist sterilize with the hot steam that comes out, are quiet) but this is the quietest one I've found.If the noise of a clothes dryer next to your bedroom bothers your sleep, then a cool mist will bug you too. I get my filters for 7 bucks each (I buy 6 per shipment). 2HT Bionaire Humidifier Water Treatment Tablets (12 Pack)

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars hcm890, January 19, 2010

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L. Chandler (Forest Grove, OR USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: HONEYWELL HCM890 Cool Moisture Duracraft Humidifier (Kitchen)

I am happy with this product. It is compact, inexpensive, easy to use, and good for a small to medium sized home.

Excellent for people with allergies, sinus congestion, and dry eyes or skin.

I haven't had any issues handling the water tank, as noted in another review. Also, as soon as the filled water tank is set into place, the water is allowed to drain into the filter housing where the filter can automatically suck up the water. Therefore it does not seem necessary to wet the filter beforehand. My item did not come with the manufacture's instructions so I am not sure if this is recommended.

I recommend placing the humidifier in the desired location before filling the water tank because water may seep out if held at an angle. I also recommend carrying from the base because the water tank and filter housing are on separate, removable sides.

The replacement filters cost about $10 each.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Buy a Better Humidifier, January 20, 2010

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Nathan - See all my reviews
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This review is from: HONEYWELL HCM890 Cool Moisture Duracraft Humidifier (Kitchen)

Drawbacks:

1. The fan is loud, even on "low."

2. The filters get moldy in about a month. They cost $10 to replace. The cleaning cartridges are ineffective.

Positives:

1. Runs 18-24 hours on a tank of water.

My advice is to spend a few bucks more and get a warm air humidifier that doesn't use filters.