Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

This was delivered to me on October 25th, 2017 - I began using on Nov 1st. Since I’ve used humidiers before (live in Utah), I was “sold” on the germ-free design, mold-inhibiting wicks, and ability to use tap water rather than distilled. Two weeks into daily use, I flipped the wick (which had begun to yellow), and washed the tray out. Less than two weeks later, I woke up and noticed I was coughing up black phlegm, and it was pure black when I’d blow my nose. Scared me, to say the least. As I tried to figure out the cause I happened to check the wick... and discovered that this “mold-inhibiting” wick was covered in black mold. The attached picture was taken seconds after removing from humidifier and depositing in sink prior to disposal. Black mold spores + powerful humidifier fan = there was mold absolutely everywhere. Had to vacate the room for 4 days while I cleaned it thoroughly. I’ll be contacting Amazon in the morning to discuss this and its return.