can you start and stop the steam via a button?If there is a button to start and stop, is there an option for continuous steam ?Thank you !!
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Oh, and the valve is comfortably accessed by thumb as you hold the steamer.
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The grey lever just above the handle is the steam release valve. When it is pushed, a strong jet of steam escapes. When it is released, the steam stops. It is very efficient. The nature of the steamer requires that you hold it to use it, so there is no continuous steam of steam. If you wanted to make a steam tent or something, you could use tape to hold it down, I guess, but the steam is forceful, so it would not be a gentle steam that would escape. There are many attachments, though, that disperse the steam in many ways. I hope this helps, although I could probably be more effective if I knew what you wanted to use it for. The grey lever just above the handle is the steam release valve. When it is pushed, a strong jet of steam escapes. When it is released, the steam stops. It is very efficient. The nature of the steamer requires that you hold it to use it, so there is no continuous steam of steam. If you wanted to make a steam tent or something, you could use tape to hold it down, I guess, but the steam is forceful, so it would not be a gentle steam that would escape. There are many attachments, though, that disperse the steam in many ways. I hope this helps, although I could probably be more effective if I... » Read More The grey lever just above the handle is the steam release valve. When it is pushed, a strong jet of steam escapes. When it is released, the steam stops. It is very efficient. The nature of the steamer requires that you hold it to use it, so there is no continuous steam of steam. If you wanted to make a steam tent or something, you could use tape to hold it down, I guess, but the steam is forceful, so it would not be a gentle steam that would escape. There are many attachments, though, that disperse the steam in many ways. I hope this helps, although I could probably be more effective if I knew what you wanted to use it for. « Show Less
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There is a small lever at the top of the handle that you push down to start the steam, if you stop pushing the steam stops.
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Not an option. You just get steam (on/off), works great, especially when you remove the brush attachment.
962287
They sent me a "refurbished" machine originally, when I complained they sent a second one. The trigger for the steam blast broke on the first use, so now it super steams all the time. They both still work after a few weeks, but they are cheap-ish and your expectations should be low-ish. OK, I guess.
7316
No. I think that is because to produce steam and operate properly, it needs to remain on. Automatic shut off, for me would be annoying aas the iron would have to heat up again and I would have to wait for the proper temperature for the steam. Hope this helps.
218495
If you raise the little pressure valve in the cover to manually release the steam, it takes only a minute or two. I don't know how long it takes by not manually releasing the pressure,as we have not used that method.
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The grey lever just above the handle is the steam release valve. When it is pushed, a strong jet of steam escapes. When it is released, the steam stops. It is very efficient. The nature of the steamer requires that you hold it to use it, so there is no continuous steam of steam. If you wanted to make a steam tent or something, you could use tape to hold it down, I guess, but the steam is forceful, so it would not be a gentle steam that would escape. There are many attachments, though, that disperse the steam in many ways. I hope this helps, although I could probably be more effective if I knew what you wanted to use it for.
853618
Yeah it is, that's the reason I got it, I use it with steam all the time. Might be a bit stiff untill you us just the sesitivy settings, works great after.
2281867
It's reccomended that you use the sweep function first and empty the dust chamber before steaming. I believe that function only works going forward with the foot button switched on. The steam it seems only works when moving backward. You can use both sweep and steam by holding the steam lever but I feel it's more likely to cause clogging by getting the picked up debris wet. I hope this answers your question.
810896
There is two buttons. First turns on iron for heat and the second turns on the steam. This combination works amazing.
627045
Hi have owned for 8 months when steam setting is used does not seem to have any problem with continuous steam. Also very easy to fill tank with water as it comes off the iron to take to the sink. Good luck !
1344664
It takes a small break to build full steam back up if you use it constantly. Not a problem really, mine builds back up quickly!
1856694
Hi, yes it has force feedback and you need Steam to activate. Make sure you go here for advice on setting up and getting the latest patches. http://theairtacticalassaultgroup.com/forum/showthread.php?t=5058&p=52711
395487
If you do not press the steam button there will not be steam. However using the steam button will give you a professional result. PS. I love my Rowenta!
43315
I LOVE my iron...I've had no problems with it, I always override the auto shut-off, and the steam stays on without keeping my finger on the button. I use it constantly and love it!
2025730
I'm glad you asked about steam...No it doesn't make hardly any steam at all - and for the person who said it doesn't pour fast enough, just push the button silly!
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Steam does not come out if you are not pulling the trigger. The pad however is wet so getting it completely dry isn't really an option unless you put on a new pad. The other day I dropped the cleaner tank and didn't have an issue using it to help clean that up.
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Yes. You can press Start/stop to "pause" in both count up and timer mode. From there, you can either press Clear to start over, or press Start/stop again to resume.