Do you have to use distilled water or is tap water okay?
999943
Hello preferably use distilled waterbut the iron has a system Vents Stay-Clean system and if you could use tap waterAn anti-calcium system Prevents steam vents clogged by Reducing the sediment build-up in the vaporizing chamber of the iron.Thank You!!
627678
I read not to use distilled water. The minerals in your tap water help the "water low" sensor realize when to turn off the unit...
326644
Tap water has worked just fine. Distilled water is not necessary at all. Hope this helps.
664816
We have been using regular tap water, as the instructions for the iron allow. But if your water is rather "hard" (meaning it contains chemicals and it is difficult to get many suds when using soap and water to wash your hands, etc.) then distilled water would probably be the better way to go.
1263663
I use tap water, I was using filtered but the units (I have 2) use a lot and my filters run about $50. So I started using tap water. Just keep them clean.
1139611
Yes you must use distilled water;ordinary faucet work works too. If you won't drink it don't put it in the machine.
268979
To prevent any mineral build-up, I use distilled water. Distilled water is cheap..
1168602
Since I'm on a well with a lot of minerals, I use distilled water. Actually, I think the directions state that you should use distilled water.
2122161
I use regular tap water. The manual in fact says to use untreated tap water. The manual does suggest a mix of distilled and tap water when the tape water is very hard. Use tap water.
561342
I think you don't NEED to use distilled water rather than you SHOULD NOT use it. It's a pleasure being able to use tap water, IMHO.
80963
I'm not sure. Normally, distilled water has been used in steam irons to prevent mineral buildup and shortening its lifespan. I have a whole home water softener, so I don't use distilled. Water from a faucet purification device like Pur could be used, as well as one that uses a container, like Brita. Then again, if you don't expect to keep the iron forever, use tap water. The whole idea is that if the tap water is hard (has lots of minerals), you should use water without minerals (distilled). I've had this iron for over 2 years and it still works like new. Hope this helps!
193716
I use bottled water and it works great. But the manual says to use tap water so either would be fine.
2235046
We only use distilled water. Do not know if regular tap water will work... we are on a well and might be too hard for the machine.
336425
Yes. I use filtered tap water. Some people use distilled water, but I find that tap water works just fine.
2022704
i use tap because NYC tap water quality is excellent and not too hard ie does not contain high concentration of calcium. using distilled or spring water will become expensive, so if you have hard water filter it with brita or pur. otherwise a solution called CLR can help clean up the scaling.
834964
I personally think it's best to use distilled water, so that mineral deposits from tap water won't ruin your purchase.
684783
Distilled water only, as a rule. Tap may have impurities that could promote mold and mildew growth. You could also use the Xikar refill solution, but it is pointless. Just distilled water and you are good to go!