AprilAire 80 Replacement Canister for AprilAire Steam Humidifier Models 800, 801, 865, and 866 (Pack of 1)
$94.99
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The steam canister is the beating heart of your AprilAire Model 800 or 865 Steam Humidifier, responsible for generating the steam that your humidifier then distributes throughout your home. Current runs between two electrodes within the canister, heating your water to a boil and creating steam that is distributed through your HVAC system. Lasts one year, replace canister annually for optimal performance. The 0.75 gallon tank allows for 1-3 gallons of moisture per hour to be added to the home. Up to 34.6 gallons can be added to home per day. Electrode technology requires impurities in the water to promote the transfer of electricity. Water filtration is not recommended – minimizing installation complexity and operating costs.
BUY WITH CONFIDENCE – This genuine replacement canister was designed and manufactured in the USA by AprilAire – the leader in indoor air quality solutions
PERFECT APRILAIRE FIT – optimize the performance of your AprilAire Steam Humidifier Model 800 or 865
FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE replace canister annually
HUMIDITY FOR HEALTH – AprilAire Humidifiers can help you maintain optimal humidity in your home of 40% – 60% which has been shown to reduce the incidence of respiratory infections and symptoms related to allergies and asthma by minimizing the formation of bacteria and viruses, fungi, and dust mites. In addition, you’ll feel more comfortable while also preserving items in your home susceptible to damage from changing humidity or dry conditions
INCLUDES O-RING for a leak-proof seal
HEALTHY AIR APP COMPATIBLE – This AprilAire Steam Canister is compatible with the AprilAire Healthy Air App! The Healthy Air App features steam canister replacement reminders, plus educational content about maintaining the perfect humidity levels in your home and information on outdoor air quality in your area.
11 reviews for AprilAire 80 Replacement Canister for AprilAire Steam Humidifier Models 800, 801, 865, and 866 (Pack of 1)
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Diana –
Quality and Easy to Install
Easy to install. Save a ton of money by installing yourself and not hiring an HVAC person. Online video by manufacturer is easy to follow.
Stephens City, Virginia –
EASY TO REPLACE
Easy to replace and works like a charm.
Jay D –
Easy to install, but check the electrode wires before you start
This canister matched the original exactly and was straightforward to put in. The instructions were easy to follow. If you are comfortable with minor mechanical household upkeep, this should be easy to install. You will need a Phillips screwdriver, and a small flat screw driver (maybe a jewelers type), to get a rubber O-ring out. You need to turn off the power and shut of the water to the humidifier unit, so know where these controls are before you start.One of the steps involves confirming that the electrode wires are OK. The electrode wires are really just two wires that connect to the top of the canister. It’s easy to check these wires. What you are really checking is that they are fitting snugly, and that they have ‘O’ shaped rather than ‘D’ shaped connector ends. That is easy to do, and I’d suggest you do that before installing the new canister. ‘D’ shaped connectors won’t fit the new canister (and need to be replaced). Loosely fitting connectors should be replaced as well. That is a good thing to know before you get half-way through the job and have to order them. Eventually, the electrode wires will probably need to be replaced (mine did not).Also – keep the old canister as a reference when you put the new canister in. At one point the instructions said to make sure there was a strainer attached. Looking at the old one, it’s just a plastic piece that fits on the bottom. It was there, but I’m guessing it can fall off and that’s why they had you check.All in all, it is an easy job. My indicator light was not calling for replacement after almost two years, but I decided to do it anyway (mine sits downstream of a water softener). Judging from the amount of solid gunk in the old canister I probably should have done it sooner. I’m not sure what the unit uses to judge when it should be replaced, but it is seems to error on the bad side.All in all a pretty easy job and the instructions were reasonably good!
Bob in Central Oregon –
It’s the Right Part When You Need It
First and foremost, the new canister fit exactly in place of the original. Changing it takes minutes with just a couple tools. I used a “universal” screwdriver that included a Phillips for the door screw, and a bit pulls out to offer a 5/16″ hex to engage the hose clamp where the steam hose connects to the canister. No other tools needed.Obviously, the service life of the canister is related to the hours it’s active, and the dissolved minerals in the supply water. Aprilaire recommends annual replacement. I bought the new canister in time for the first annual replacement, but after pulling the old one out and seeing what’s inside, I decided to try a vinegar soak and see how much of the minerals would drop out. I started with water only, part way full, and shook the unit with hands blocking the ends to try and get as much out as I could that way. Then I put a handy plastic cap on one end, stood the canister up in a corner of my shop sink, and filled it with vinegar. I left it that way for a few days all in, changing the vinegar daily including the water rinse after each soak. Then reinstall it and away we go. Over the course of the next several years, the vinegar cleaning was less and less effective. The minerals were coming out OK for the most part, but the copper electrode plates were suffering and getting smaller. After four full winter seasons and cleanings, there wasn’t enough electrode surface left to maintain target humidity in our climate and use pattern. With a heavy heart and a lighter wallet, I installed the new spare and sent the old one to trash.Doing the cleaning and acid washing like this is not for everyone. I’m a retired engineer and an insufferable tinkerer (per others anyway) so it wasn’t that big a deal. For the cost of a gallon of vinegar and the cleanup in the sink, it’s been an interesting experiment. Again, the rate at which the calcium carbonate builds up inside is related to how much you use yours, and how much dissolved mineral content is in your water. We have very soft tap water, but the 4-zone system in our retirement bungalow has the furnace running regularly. For others who see less than a year of service, you have harder water, or higher duty time than we do. Maybe a cleaning will allow you to stretch your canister life some.
Dr L –
Replacement for the original canister
I recently purchased the AprilAire 80 Replacement Canister for my AprilAire Steam Humidifier Model 800. Although it is quite expensive, the canister was easy to install and has been working well since I put it in. However, the canister is not transparent, which makes it difficult to see the sediment buildup inside. This is something to keep in mind if you prefer to be able to visually check the canister for sediment buildup. Overall, I would recommend this product for anyone in need of a replacement canister for their AprilAire humidifier.
D.H. –
Replacement Canister For Aprilaire 800 Series
This is a must have replacement. Just like replacing the filter cartridge on the evaporator type humidifiers only better. This component does all of the work to produce steam humidification. The cost is way within reason because it houses all of the steam producing components necessary in one neat easy to replace device. Just like a filter cartridge, it can build up unwanted deposits of minerals on surface of heating elements. Over time it will decrease it’s efficiency like the evaporative type cartridges. The cool thing about the Aprilaire 800 Series humidifier unit is that it tells you when this cartridge needs to be replaced by an indicator light on front of panel. Tip: To increase it’s life expectancy I installed a ice maker filter cartridge in the 1/4 inch make-up water supply line. They’re good for about 2000 gallons of water per year. This humidifier can put out 1 gallon of water per day if wired with 240 volt option or 1/2 gallon per day if wired using 120 volt power. Think about it, there’s only 365 days per year at a maximum of 1 gallon per day. A 2000 gallon ice maker filter is a cheap way to protect and extend life of the canister. D.H. (Ret. Engineer)
Yippee –
Have been using these for the steam humidifier for a few years. No issues, great product.
JM –
Received in perfect condition and was exactly the same as the replacement. Once installed the Aprilair functioned perfectly.
Tony G. –
This product has doubled in price since I last purchased one. Easy to install as per directions provided.
Happy Customer –
Does the,job
Sid –
Works fine