HC26A1008 Humidifier Pad for Honeywell HE260A, 3-PackDry air, soar throat, itchy nose? Is it time to replace your Honeywell humidifier pad? Proper humidification improves air quality, prevents dryness in your home and has many health benefits. A clean humidifier pad is one of the most important components of an effective and efficient humidification system. So it is essential to make sure that you are changing your pad routinely. During the humidification process the humidifier pad is coated with water.