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Posted by Big_Jake on February 19, 2007, 10:40 pm
> JK: Yes, this is a drip humidifier. I hear the "click" when I adjust the
> humidifier setting in the hallway, and yes, I get water out of the line when
> I disconnect the feed line going into the solenoid. I do not here a "click"
> at the solenoid.
>
>
>
> >> I would get a new drip type humifier they are much better and you will
> >> not
> >> have anywhere near the maintenance as all you need to do is change the
> >> filter.
> >> there is a solenoid to turn the drip of water on and off. No standing
> >> water
> >> so no scum or mold isssues are a major plus
>
> >> ello EvenStephen,
>
> >> > My ten year old furnace has an Aprilaire humidifier (Model 550) on it.
> >> > It has quit working. I clean my furnace filters monthly and oil the
> >> > motor as required, but I completely forgot to clean the in-line
> >> > strainer that is on the humidifier. I tool it apart and cleaned it
> >> > but the humidifier still does not pump water through the system I'm
> >> > guessing that the humidifier "pump" was water cooled and has burnt
> >> > out. Before I go buy an replacement part, could it be something else?
> >> > Thanks!
>
> > Wayne,
>
> > What you are describing sounds EXACTLY like the OP's Aprilaire 550.
>
> > It is possible that the solenoid is shot. Listen for it when the
> > furnace kicks on or "hotwire" it to 24v and listen for it to come on.
> > Do you get water out of the line if you disconnect it and open the
> > valve?
>
> > JK
Fortunately, these are relatively simple in design. Sounds like the
solenoid, and it shouldn't be pricey. If you have trouble finding it,
email me privately and I can get one for you.
JK
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