when using this product, you have to use distilled water, right?
2081853
I use boiled water to dissolve the powder and mix it with cold water. Preferably distilled clean tap water will also do the job.
2081854
You should NOT use spring or tap water for nasal rinses! I actually gave myself a bad sinus infection from using spring water. The doctor was wondering how in the world I had such unusual bacteria dwelling in my sinuses...I had to use a customized antibacterial rinse off and on over the course of a year to finally rid my sinuses of the bacteria. Distilled only! Or tap if it's boiled first and allowed to cool.
2081855
No. I use spring water or filtered. I usually use a bottle from the store specifically for this; you don't use much so it lasts a long time. However, when I run out, I just use the water from my zero filter.
2081856
Either distilled water or water that has been recently boiled. Of course if you boil the water then cool it down to room temp before using it. The reason for this is to ensure there are no microbes or pathogens in the water.
1811997
I use tap water. It says distilled is better but i haven't had any issues. Been using it weekly since i got it about 5 months ago
834965
The one I purchased does not require distilled water so I use regular tap water. So far everything is fine. If after prolonged use there is buildup, like all the other steaming products, vinegar and water should clear that up nicely.
1861871
no instructions dont say you have to use distilled water. i use tap water .
2094761
You are not suppose to use distilled water in these. I use regular faucet water in mine at home. I do use bottled water at work because that is what is handy (that would be similar to purified), but I never use distilled water. The instruction state not to use distilled water. I've never had to treat my faucet water.
522893
No, it won't mix properly. Distilled water is available at drug stores in the US. You will still have to mix it before adding it. I use an empty bottle from rubbing alcohol, but any nonreactive vessel you can buy at the same store you get the water from should work. If the res. i going low often, check the cap for tightness and the plastic where it mounts to the body for small cracks.
518409
Distilled water is always strongly recommended to extend the life of the unit. Pipe water will work in case you run out of distilled, but only as a temporary solution.
1652921
The instructions do not say you have to use distilled water, relying on their filter to keep out mineral build up, but clearly using distilled water would work better and you do not have to replace the filter at some point.
1753118
The instructions do not require distilled water. I use it to delay any buildup, but it isn't necessary.
268979
To prevent any mineral build-up, I use distilled water. Distilled water is cheap..
278989
We use tap water and periodically follow the instructions to use vinegar to keep it working properly. Given the amount of water needed to fill it, I wouldn't spend the extra money to buy distilled water. We have quite a bit of calcium in our tap water and have not found it to be a problem with this humidifier. Hope this helps.
378848
I use tap water and have had no problem. I don't think there'd be any problem with distilled water either, but there's not a restriction on the water used.
834963
No it does not. The directions don't mention the use of distilled water. So far I have not had any issues with this steamer and I use it weekly.
1430032
I personally don't think that matters. The distilling process will remove just about all the impurities from the water.
1654541
it's fantastic, but try to only use distilled water. it works better! Its has pressure dial.
885099
I use distilled water in my irons. I have hard water and have to use a water softener, so it is just less hassle to use the distilled water.
542942
I am not really sure how it relates to distilled water. I would rather have a whole house filter, but that is not an option right now. I have a PUR pitcher, and the Zero pitcher, so I filter my water twice. Than I put a few drops of lemon juice to make it alkaline to drink. So, I just don't know the answer to your question.. Sorry.