Water was accidentally poured into the vaporizer through the output vent hole. As soon as I realized this, I emptied the entire tank, and the base. I filled it again and waited for it to start working...Nothing happened. I took the tank off the base again, and discovered a small amount of water leaking from the vents on the side and bottom of the base. I did not take it apart, but took a hair dryer and blew cool air into the vents. I filled it again, and it seems there is a little more air than before, but no mist. Have I ruined my humidifier, or do you have a suggestion? I have just learned that I have asthma, and this machine was a gift to my late mom. She rarely used it, so it was like new until I got it! I am in a bit of a panic because I can't afford to go buy a new unit right now, and this one was perfect for my needs! I was bragging yesterday how much this humidifier was helping me breathe better.