Does Wagner Steam Cleaner really disenfect... What's the H2O temp? Does any one know how hot the steam is from the Wagner Steam cleaner. I have seen there is a big difference in steam temp/pressure depending on the machine. I've also read that to really disenfect the water has to be at least 240 F. Does Wagner Steam Cleaner really disenfect... What's the H2O temp? Does any one know how hot the steam is from the Wagner Steam cleaner. I have seen there is a big difference in steam... » Read More Does Wagner Steam Cleaner really disenfect... What's the H2O temp? Does any one know how hot the steam is from the Wagner Steam cleaner. I have seen there is a big difference in steam temp/pressure depending on the machine. I've also read that to really disenfect the water has to be at least 240 F. « Show Less
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R. Schmidt is correct...if it's producing steam, it's 212 degrees F. Otherwise, it's water.
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This unit is rather large & sort of bulky....i just got one the other day, and i still have lots of questions...i assembled it, and filled it with some water & waited until the light came one & tried it out, but i don't think i had the right attachment....i too would like to know how hot the steam gets & what all can i use this on? i thought it might be good to clean some of our grandson's toys, etc...i think i'll call the info number this week....
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Unless it's under pressure, water turns to steam at 212 degrees F/ 100 degrees C. and stays at that temperature until all water is vaporized. A pressure cooker allows steam to get hotter. I haven't ordered a steam cleaner yet, but assuming it's steam and not hot water that's coming out, the temp. will be 212 F/100 C. Pasteurization (Sterilization) occurs at 160 degree F for 20 minutes or 200 degrees for 5 seconds. A 212 F steam will probably kill any germ if you can focus the steam on it for 5-10 seconds. Hopefully, plastic kid toys won't melt at that temperature, but you might want to do in in a ventilated area in case the plastic gives off any fumes at that temp.Sorry for the chemistry 101 diatribe. Unless it's under pressure, water turns to steam at 212 degrees F/ 100 degrees C. and stays at that temperature until all water is vaporized. A pressure cooker allows steam to get hotter. I haven't ordered a steam cleaner yet, but assuming it's steam and not hot water that's coming out, the temp. will be 212 F/100 C. Pasteurization (Sterilization) occurs at 160 degree F for 20 minutes or 200 degrees for 5 seconds. A 212 F steam will probably kill any germ if you can focus the steam on it for 5-10 seconds. Hopefully, plastic kid toys won't melt at that temperature, but you might want to do... » Read More Unless it's under pressure, water turns to steam at 212 degrees F/ 100 degrees C. and stays at that temperature until all water is vaporized. A pressure cooker allows steam to get hotter. I haven't ordered a steam cleaner yet, but assuming it's steam and not hot water that's coming out, the temp. will be 212 F/100 C. Pasteurization (Sterilization) occurs at 160 degree F for 20 minutes or 200 degrees for 5 seconds. A 212 F steam will probably kill any germ if you can focus the steam on it for 5-10 seconds. Hopefully, plastic kid toys won't melt at that temperature, but you might want to do in in a ventilated area in case the plastic gives off any fumes at that temp.Sorry for the chemistry 101 diatribe. « Show Less
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Yes, I too would like to use it to disenfect the kid's toys. I just cant use vinegar and bleach on everything, and Lysol/Pine Sol really do smell (Anything else merely cleans, not disenfects... ie. gets rid of the germs as well as dirt). Please reply if you find out how hot the steam is coming out of the Wagner. Allergy Buyers Club praises the Ladybug steamer for disenfecting (and lists operating temperature), But at over $1000 I cant really justify it.
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Hi again Robin,Can you give any advice on how you used the steamer to clean your tub? I just finally tried mine out last night and it didn't really lift off the soap scum. Maybe it was just too much scum for it to handle?Also, it left residue from what it had picked up on the floor the first time. Any tips?Thanks for your advice!Renee
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Taken from product description: Chemical-Free Cleaning Leaves No Messy Residue The 905 Power Steamer's 1,500 watts of pressurized steam cleans and sanitizes deep within surfaces. The steam destroys bacteria, dust spores, and mites and even eliminates mildew quickly and easily. Also, Allergy Consumer Review gives this information regarding steamers: Q. How does a steam cleaner kill dust mites? A. By heat: Dust-mites die @ 130 degrees and temp at nozzle is about 180 degrees (trapped steam temp is up to 250 degrees) Q. How would I actually use it to kill dust mites? A. Move tool slowly; only one pass is needed. Q. Does it kill the dust mites permanently? A. No you will need to steam again about 8 weeks later. Q. What are biofilms? A. Organisms that live in colonies and form a protective covering over them are called biofilms. These organisms often live in layers, making them hard to clean. Steam kills the entire colony and removes the organisms from the surface. Chemical cleaning may kill only the top layer and then leave the organisms there. Side note - vacuum after steaming to remove dead mites
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I am the first one to NOT want plastic touching my 195 degree F water... but 1) this never touches anything but steam and 2) it appears to be made of a nylon-ish/silicone-ish material and is key to keeping the heat in/deflecting some of that heat away from the top - ouch! Bottom line for purists - you can remove it - noting that there are 2 nuts present there one locking down the other and they say to NOT remove it on a sticker... but it is your choice. If you are pouring fast enough to have the coffee touch the plastic - well...you are too desperate for your "fix" and need to slow down and enjoy the moment a bit more - seriously! This is a great unit! I am the first one to NOT want plastic touching my 195 degree F water... but 1) this never touches anything but steam and 2) it appears to be made of a nylon-ish/silicone-ish material and is key to keeping the heat in/deflecting some of that heat away from the top - ouch! Bottom line for purists - you can remove it - noting that there are 2 nuts present there one locking down the other and they say to NOT remove it on a sticker... but it is your choice. If you are pouring fast enough to have the coffee touch the plastic - well...you are too desperate for your "fix" and need to... » Read More I am the first one to NOT want plastic touching my 195 degree F water... but 1) this never touches anything but steam and 2) it appears to be made of a nylon-ish/silicone-ish material and is key to keeping the heat in/deflecting some of that heat away from the top - ouch! Bottom line for purists - you can remove it - noting that there are 2 nuts present there one locking down the other and they say to NOT remove it on a sticker... but it is your choice. If you are pouring fast enough to have the coffee touch the plastic - well...you are too desperate for your "fix" and need to slow down and enjoy the moment a bit more - seriously! This is a great unit! « Show Less
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I think it is 160-210 but I found keeping about 175 is best. Too much hotter and it is on (heating) too much and the water starts to spit and spray as it comes out due to the build up of steam. It is for dispensing hot water, NOT boiling water.
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I too was confused by the title of "Steam Cleaner". It seems to be a standard phrase, but I have yet to find an actual STEAM cleaner unless you find an industrial piece of equipment. Then you're talking several thousands of $s. This one, like all residential units that I've ever seen, or researched, has a tank that you fill with water. Hot if you'd like, but just be aware that by the time the "hot" water reaches the carpet, it is just tepid, and the tank will quickly cool. Some other brands offer a "heater" to heat the water & cleaning solution. I've never used one, but have been intregued by them. The comments I've read indicate that the "heater" just keeps the water from cooling off so quickly, but after 3 min's, their testing showed the water temperature in the tank had dropped over 19 degrees, and was quickly cooling, despite the "heater". This unit & for the other new Hoover products are using the term "HEATED CLEANING". What the heck does this mean? According to their web-site, and from my experience with this machine.....all they do is direct the discharge air from the motor and vent it out at the carpet level (vent on the bottom of the machine near the brush head). It's kind of like a warm breath of air. Trust me....if your motor ever got hot enough for the air discharge to provide any "heated cleaning", you'd better call 911 because it would have to be on fire.
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it heats the water in the machine but does not reach steam temperature. I'm not sure how hot water gets but hot enough to work on stains.
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Heated air generated by the motor is directed towards the nozzle area under the cleaner. The motor exhaust air gets pretty hot. I think the heat from the motor is more useful in drying the carpet during the "dry" strokes than actually heating the water during the "wet" strokes. If you want a hot wash, start with hot water. I use 120 degree F tap water and get good results.
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I don't how dry it is... Steam is water and eventually the cleaning pad is wet.
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The only steam I see is when I open it to empty/refill. I suppose it depends on the temperature you keep the water at after bringing it to a boil: we keep it at 195F. So far, we're very happy with our purchase - instant hot water all day, without much maintenance and, it appears, without much impact on the electric bill (i.e. it seems to be well insulated).
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I bought the Wagner at Costco and was quite unimpressed. It didn't have as much pressure as my smaller eureka unit it was supposed to replace. It takes about 12 mins to fully heat up and then starts off really wet until it gets going. I wouldn't recommend it at all.
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No the steam is only warm. The way the steam is created is with the heating element inside the water. Water must be heated to a certain temperature to create steam, so really unsure if cold steam is even a possibility. If you use the ozone option, it adds a third oxygen molecule to the compound, thus producing fuller steam and having an antiseptic effect. Ozone is really great for acne prone skin.
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I put 3/4 full of water and it takes no more than 1 minute to steam up. The problem with my machine is that it didn't hold the steam for too long. While plug in the socket. I will purchase another one. Because while the steam was working it cleaned my shower and bathroom perfectly. So don't anyone feel that this product won't work, it's just that I may have had a defective machine
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I have a moderate amount of steam coming from mine at it seems to be working... I've never had one before so I haven't got anything to compare it with. I can only say it seems to do the job intended. hope this helps.
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I got rid of mine a long time ago, I found it hard to push and it left my floor really wet. I bought the Shark, it has 2 interchangeable steam heads, and it works great, it doesn't leave my floors soaking wet, and it throws out a lot of steam. It does say to use distilled water with it, but I don't, after about a year and a half it did plug up with calcium deposits, but I just took the steam head apart which was easy and soaked it in Vinegar, then cleaned out the small tube with a paper clip, now it works great again.
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I use tepid water. Too hot will kill the yeast. Too cold will take longer for activation.
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I wish I could tell you. I waited over a month for it to be shipped and it never worked. It turned on but never produced steam. The company is shipping me a new one this week so once I get the new I can let you know. I believe it is on the warm side.