Can you use tap water or does it require distilled water?
1029649
Tap water. No distilled water required. I LOVE this steamer - lots of power - works great.
1029650
its ok to use tap water but they recommend using half tap water and half demineralized water but I have not have any problems using just tap water
1029651
I just use bottled water or filtered water from fridge and haven't had any issues or scaling.
1029652
The manual states that they "recommend filling with tap water or alternatively, with 50% demineralised water and 50% tap water in areas where the water is very hard." I use bottled, not distilled, water because the local tap water is so hard a Brita filter is good for one or two pitchers before becoming fouled beyond use. Good luck.
518406
I used tap water but I also only used the product once before I returned it. I was just not happy with the hassle of using it versus the regular ole' scrubbing with cleaners. However, I do think Hoover recommends distilled water.
879630
I'm sure it is better to use distilled. However, I use tap water and just clean regularly to get rid of some of the mineral buildup.
2022705
Distilled would be best, but way too inconvenient and expensive. I use filtered, tap water and an ionic silver cube to prevent bacterial build up.
1683847
No, the only way to make distilled water is by boiling water, like tap water. This Camco water filter is only good for gardens, I would not drink the water from this filter. From what I understand, Camco has other water filters for making drinkable water.
2122160
Distilled water is best. If your tap water is low in minerals, it should work fine.
278988
Have always used cold tap water, but I would think distilled water would be better, and yes it would last longer, and you may not need to clean as often.
2192001
You certainly can use distilled water. Most of the growers seem to want to recommend that you use distilled water over tap because of the lack of fluoride, chemicals and harsh salts in most tap water. I've been using tap water for years on my plants without any issues at all. Mine have grown to an enormous height and have really flourished. I guess the real point is how pure is your current tap water now? If you drink it or you use filtered water, then I suggest that is the same water you should give to your bamboo.
1963252
Ideally, yes. For best results, you're supposed to use distilled water (which can be picked up at the supermarket for very cheap.) However, I never used it, and mine still works fine almost 4 years later. So it's your choice - I'm not confident it will make a difference.
2176709
It should be distilled although I use reverse osmosis processed water which seems to work fine.
843430
I do not use distilled water. I use tap water. It uses about 2oz, it doesn't seem to damage my machine.
325858
I use my regular tap water, but I guess that would depend on, the quality of water where you live.
932719
Yes it's better to use distilled water. It's a cleaner water and it won't clog it up.
336424
It recommends distilled water but I use tap water and so far no problems. I am still very pleased with this purchase after using this machine on a weekly basis for several months now.
1888022
Sorry to say I returned the unit and purchased something else. However most units can use tap water but the real issue is the component in the water minerals, calcium, lime etc. So u have to clean it every couple of days or the build up affects the operation
715167
Yes,...I use tap water and oils all the time...but it is best if you use filtered water...because it comes free of foreign matter.The most important issue is that you clean and air it out after every use...water left to itself tends to fester.
2157538
Shahed, Using distilled water will save you having to clean the boiler element. Filtered water won't help. Whether it's worth it or not depends on how hard your tap water is. If it's very hard, distilled water is the way to go.