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Posted on Dec 01, 2008

Need to find a new water tank

My one water tank seperated from the lip inside and water went all over my floor before I could get in to the base. I need to find a replacement tank. Any suggestions? When I am looking at the humidifier, the tanks are on the left and the fan/motor unit is on the right. So I need the water tank that is in the back/left. Would this be covered for the company to replace snce it has a warranty for 5 years and we just bought it last year?

Thanks
Lauren

  • llsacorn Dec 24, 2008

    Great Thanks! We used a marine glue that seems to be working!

    THanks again

    Lauren

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Mine also cracked along the seam several years ago. I sealed the crack using two-part waterproof plastic epoxy (found at any hardware store.) Not really pretty to look at, but it hasn't leaked since!

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