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Started off great then nothing but noise

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Have a 2 month old and this unit was great. Then a last night it started tripping out breakers and spitting hot water on my daughter. Water was well below fill line. I would like an updated model or something to keep our business. Thank you

Purchased in October 2021 for $24.99.

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Particles in the water

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New and Need for my Asthma. Called hotline for email and I couldn't really talk but asked for the email to send pictures and ask questions through email. The woman refused (literally) and I wasn't given an email.

I use filtered water. It worked but left lots of particles of black in the water. I now hav decided the smaller particles it produces are likely in the vaporized air it produces.

Purchased in December 2021 at CVS.

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Perfect. Inexpensive and Effective

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If you have trouble getting it to work add a tbsp of table salt. It works exactly as it should, and quickly adds moisture to the room. I prefer this type of humidity to the fancy cool mist ones with a filter because I am allergic to mold and the filters get moldy. This model is easy to clean with vinegar and mild soap to prevent scale build up. You can hear the water steaming though so if you want silence this isn't what your looking for

Purchased for $28.00.

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Dan L.

Dan L.Sydney, NSW

This has become a necessity for me.

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I have been using this since 2016 and it is still doing great until now. We use it almost every night, even in summer and when necessary, throughout the night because of allergies and nasal congestion. I use 2-3 drops of essential oil. However, the youngest family member is 11 years old. I highly recommend it but sorry to hear poor reviews from others.

Purchased in October 2021 at Big W for $54.00.

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Shocking!!!

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I am beyond annoyed. Spent $80 ONE month ago!! ONE MONTH! To buy this for my daughter who has chronic athsma and it helps her at night and it stopped working and tripping our power!! DO NOT RECOMMEND

Purchased in August 2021 at Cockburn gateway chemist for $80.00.

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Carly

CarlyPerth, WA

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Waste of money! Rubbish

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Bought this vaporiser over a month ago and it has already short circuited and does not work. Spent $60 plus $10 for the vapour steam and cant even get a replacement or refund because I do not have the proof of purchase (receipt) anymore, even though I have my warranty! Was the only thing helping me sleep with congestion and now there goes my hard working money down the drain! Should have studied reviews before purchasing as this is a common occurrence with Vicks products. Bloody terrible and will never purchase any Vicks items again! So disappointed and frustrated!

Purchased in August 2021 for $60.00.

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Jojan G.

Jojan G.Perth, WA

  • 2 reviews

Vicks Steam Vaporizer- Stay Away from this Product

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Product Review:Initially all went well for 3 Nights and then started tripping power.

Cutomer Serivce:The Customer Support Team also doesnt get back to you when you send an email with proof of Purchase asking for refund. Horrible Service and Product.

Purchased in April 2021.

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Dee

DeeSydney, NSW

  • 3 reviews

Poorly designed!!

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There was no consumer thought process put into this product.

I shake, shake, shake and I still can't get all the water out from the bottom, therefore it's never 100% clean.

Purchased in September 2021 for $60.00.

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Branson

BransonSouth East Queensland, QLD

Worked great for a few months....then started tripping the power.

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Worked great for a few months....then started tripping the power. Would not work on any power point. Something I don't want to deal with at 3am while the baby is sick.

Purchased in February 2021 at Chemist Warehouse.

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Janaya

JanayaSydney, NSW

Was great, but can’t use as it trips my power :(

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First time I’ve ever used one so went for the trusty Vick’s, loved it but have only used max 10 x and now he shorts my power. Which is really frustrating as I have a very congested 5 month baby girl who has not been able to sleep and this mumma needs sleep too and it was the only thing that helped and now it’s broken !

Purchased in June 2021 at ALDI.

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Lisa

Lisa

  • 2 reviews

Amazing

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I’ve been using this the last couple of winters, since my son was a baby and it’s amazing, perfect for young ones, easy and soothing to medicate children when they are seeing, it’s a life saver, so quiet, fast working, long lasting. I am very surprised at the bad reviews maybe they got the old model

Purchased in May 2021 at Big W.

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Ivanna

IvannaPerth, WA

  • 12 reviews

Steam Vaporiser Tripped House Circuit Breaker Dangerous

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Purchased in July 2021 at Wizard Pharmacy for $52.99.

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Tilly

TillySydney, NSW

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Best purchase I’ve made!

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After my baby spending nights awake from coughing and not being able to breathe I purchased one of these vaporizers and I am so glad that I did! No more sleepless nights when my little one is sick. It’s so quiet, sometimes I have to check if it is even on, not sure how some reviews say it sounds like a boiling kettle (which made me weary about buying it) because it doesn’t. Seriously a life saver!

Purchased in August 2021 at Pharmacy 4 Less for $65.00.

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Hi Tilly
That's wonderful to hear! We're so glad you have had a good experience with the Vicks Vaporizer and we very much appreciate you taking the time to add your review. Wishing you and your family the best of health! Kind Regards, Vicks.


Yet another unit tripping power....

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Purchased in May 2021 for $60.00.

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AnonymousHunter Region, NSW

Tripping power

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Instead of investigating and apologising, recall it or fix it. Used 10 times now over 2 winters now it’s tripping power. Common problem do something about it! Not good enough.

Purchased in June 2021 at Big W for $66.00.

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Phillip M

Phillip MGreater Melbourne (Inner), VIC

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Faulty Batch? - Power Safety Switch keeps Tripping - Electrical Safety Hazard + Noisy & Hot!

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Purchased in August 2021 at Terry White Chemists for $69.99.

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Wayne

WayneSydney, NSW

  • 2 reviews

Far too noisy

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Purchased on release from intensive care. Very noisy to a level where we turned it off on day 2 following purchase. Now looking to buy a different one without the noise.

Purchased in September 2021 for $59.00.

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Chantelle

ChantelleSouth East Queensland, QLD

Works Great

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Purchased at United Chemist for $60.00.

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Excellent vapouriser for baby

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Bought this for my baby when he had a bad cough and would wake during the night. Worked fantastic and he slept through the night with it. Long run time for 12-14 hours. Highly recommend

Purchased in August 2021 for $60.00.

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Thankyou so much for your lovely review Jo, we appreciate you taking the time to give feedback. Kind Regards, Vicks.


Brooke W.

Brooke W.Northern Territory

So disappointed

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I bought one last year and used in a handful of times when my kids were unwell, it started tripping the power.
Went and bought a new one, used it 4 times and it now trips the power, within minutes of being turned on.

Purchased in July 2021.

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Questions & Answers

Rhi Whit

Rhi Whitasked

I love my Vick’s Vaporizer but I’ve noticed after I run it all night I wake up and there’s water on the floor across the room. Is that normal? The water is wall to wall on the left side of the room. I keep the vaporizer on the right side of the room. Please advise.

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Hi Rhi
Are you fully closing the bedroom door at night? You need to keep the door slightly open to allow for some air flow, otherwise excess condensation is very common. You will still get some moisture (that's the nature of this hot steam device) but it shouldn't be so bad with some air circulation. Hope this helps? Kind Regards, Vicks.

Rhi Whit
Rhi Whit

Yes I always leave all my doors wide open. Circulation isn’t a problem.

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That's unusual, are you filling it past the fill line? That can cause "spurting" from the steam vent and could account for the water on the floor. we haven't heard of a Vicks Vaporizer causing such excess moisture on opposite walls before, however. Especially if you are leaving the door open. You're welcome to give us a call to chat through the issue a bit further, or to discuss getting a warranty return if you think it's faulty.
Freecall 1800 655 841 during business hours, or email [email protected]
(Please note this is Australia only. If you purchased anywhere else you'll need to contact the manufacturer listed on your box).

Kind Regards, Vicks.


Ernelle

Ernelleasked

Hi,

I was just wondering why it is not recommended that the vaporiser liquid be used in ultrasonic vapourisers?

Thank you.

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Hi Ernelle
The VapoSteam formula has only been tested to perform in warm steam vaporizers like the Vicks Vaporizer. We don't have enough research or evidence to recommend it in any other kind of device. Kind Regards, Vicks.


kayla m.

kayla m.asked

Also what is the black stuff in the water when I empty it to rince it out

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Hi Kayla
It's mineral residue from your tap water. It's normal, harmless and should just be washed away when you rinse your vaporizer. Make sure you're regularly cleaning the inside according to the instructions, because the mineral scale can begin to build up inside and affect the performance over time. Any other questions please let us know. Kind Regards, Vicks.


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