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Anatomy of the Home Furnace Humidifier

By Bob Formisano, About.com

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Inlet Feed Tube and Trough

Humidifier Water Feed Tube

Humidifier Water Feed Tube

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The water inlet feed tube runs from the water inlet valve to the top of the humidifier. It connects to the top cover (held in place by knurled nuts) and delivers water to a water distribution trough located directly under the top cover.

The water distribution trough allows the water to flow evenly to all portions of the medium, which in this case is the evaporator panel.

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