Do you have to use distilled water?
1949820
I'm not sure if you have to but, to extend the life of the iron, I use bottled water due to the fact that we have hard well water.
1949821
The book says to use tap water, unless your water is very hard. It also says not to use water that has been processed through a home water-softening system, since they contain minerals.
107262
I usually use plain tap water, but I think they suggest distilled because if you have high mineral content in your water supply it can cause a build-up in the iron and cause it not to work properly over time.
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.
336425
Yes. I use filtered tap water. Some people use distilled water, but I find that tap water works just fine.
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
872064
Dear M.Thompson,Thank you for your inquiry. Filter is not required. Please use regular home water. Do not use distilled water.Please feel free to ask us if you have further questions.Best regards,M deals
1291885
No.there are cartridges that need to be replaced but if you use filtered or distilled water you do not absolutely have to use those cartridges
584755
I would recommend only distilled water. Drinking water or tap water could have impurities that might harm the plant. We've only used distilled and had nothing but good results.
1753117
I've been using tap water. It comes with about 10 packets of "lime and scale remover," which makes me think it would be better to use distilled water...but if you don't, you can use these packets to clean the water tank. Hope that helps...
242684
Yes you still need to replace it. Distilled water is not treated and often is able to grow more bacteria (no chlorine) so your filter can actually become a breeding ground for bacteria that are put into the air should you not replace it regularly.
1432574
While we don't have to use distilled water, we always use bottled water; that being said, we change the carbon every time we clean the unit. I would rather err on the side of caution, since the cost of the product is very low, than find out that the media isn't doing its job.
1455198
The instructions do not state what type of water. I use distilled so it doesn't get a build-up on the unit.
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.
1413657
I asked my doctor and he strongly recommended distilled water only -- no tap, no filtered. There's just too much of a risk of infection from tap water. I wouldn't chance it.
1888020
We only use distilled water. That keeps it from having any mineral deposit build up, and extends the life of the machine.
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.
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.