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Dec 3, 2019 at 2:24 comment added Jimmy Fix-it There are a lot of assumptions here, although I agree with the answer in spirit. The concern about minerals concentrating is valid, even if the pot is continuously filled. I don't really see too much danger to life and limb here, considering it's an open system as opposed to a closed boiler and assuming the pot has a (non-electronic) thermal cut-off (although I would never recommend running it unattended). My Granny used to leave a pot on the boil for hours...
Dec 2, 2019 at 20:16 comment added Nate S. Good answer @Harper-ReinstateMonica and I agree, but one small correction: the Instant Pot (at least the one I have) actually does have protection for thermal runaway. If you let it boil dry, the Instant Pot will show "burn" on the display and shut off the heating element. Though I still wouldn't recommend using it as a humidifier for all the other reasons you mention.
Dec 2, 2019 at 20:10 comment added Harper - Reinstate Monica Here loads in the $30s.
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Dec 2, 2019 at 16:47 comment added Harper - Reinstate Monica Well, that's why you can't find them. This fixation I mentioned is causing you to fail to see them in product listings, as it caused you to miss much of what I said, including that there are plenty of non-misting units out there. One point I failed to mention: you will quickly wear out this Instant Pot doing this, even if you stop boiling it dry. So you shouldn't be comparing the cost of a proper humidifier to $30, but to the cost of another Instant Pot. Or two!
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Dec 2, 2019 at 16:18 comment added Alan Cook Thanks! There's some very good info in this answer but most of the dangers you mentioned are based on incorrect assumptions as the device is being used on a kitchen countertop in a safe and secure environment. No extension cord needed. Also, if you could find me a heat (evaporative) humidifier for under $30 (or even $50 or $70) please let me know. To my knowledge such a device does not exist. You mentioned the possibility of buying a mist humidifier but this is precisely what I'm trying to avoid.. Thanks!
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