How long does the steam last? Do you then have to wait for "cool down" before continuing?
2036725
The steam comes on as long as you have water in the machine. You don't have to do a "cool down" to continue. A well thought out item. Only wish the power cord was longer.
554016
This answer depends on how much water you've put in the tank and how high your steam setting is. If you fill the tank to the water line, and turn the steam knob (on/off) to maximum (all the way to the right) you should get about 6-7 hours of steam. The more you lower the steam knob, the more time you will have. Hope that helps!
2259637
Hello,You should get a least a good 10 minutes before waiting for more hot water. We have not heard any complains regarding time usage of hot water. Thank you
2053591
It stays on for about 1 hour (never timed it exactly) or so at least before it turns off. There is a light indicator to tell when on or off and if it does go off there is a button to push that turns it back on. It has a port where you pour water in and even if I'm steam happy last me quite a good time. It has a spray function and a steam function (press the button). I've noticed people complain about water leaking, but you have to keep it upright when not in use. That stops it from leaking. There is a proper way to keep the iron when not in use and that's the way.
1513834
It takes roughly 3-5 mins after filling it up to build enough pressure. It's not quite continuous, you will eventually use up the built up steam and will need to wait a minute or two to allow up to build back up. This unit wasnt meant to be a continuous steamer, more of a spot cleaner.
218495
If you raise the little pressure valve in the cover to manually release the steam, it takes only a minute or two. I don't know how long it takes by not manually releasing the pressure,as we have not used that method.
307044
I waited 4 days...my DW has a vent towards the top by the counter, I was really worried about the steam affecting it, but I didn't have any problems.
7316
No. I think that is because to produce steam and operate properly, it needs to remain on. Automatic shut off, for me would be annoying aas the iron would have to heat up again and I would have to wait for the proper temperature for the steam. Hope this helps.
1598848
yes, no problem. It has small blocks, each reprensent a 30 minute period, so if you want 2 hours, just leave 4 consecutive blocks down and it will be on for just 2 hours. Personally I have a fan connected and it's set to run for 1 hour then stop for 30 minutes then 1 hour and stop for 30 mins, etc.
1534110
My instruction sheet advised to let the steamer cool down a few minutes, and because of the extreme amount of steam from the unit after opening it, that made sense to me. You can find something else to do for just a couple of minutes. It's a safety issue I learned the dumb way. Besides, you'll probably be clearing debris steamed loose or drying windows, etc. Hope this helps. I had the smaller unit but love this one because it holds more water, don't have to stop and refill as often and it's still lightweight. Haven't found anything it won't reach or get cleaner. Particularly like the shorter attachment because it gets into tighter places like tracks on thermal windows. My instruction sheet advised to let the steamer cool down a few minutes, and because of the extreme amount of steam from the unit after opening it, that made sense to me. You can find something else to do for just a couple of minutes. It's a safety issue I learned the dumb way. Besides, you'll probably be clearing debris steamed loose or drying windows, etc. Hope this helps. I had the smaller unit but love this one because it holds more water, don't have to stop and refill as often and it's still lightweight. Haven't found anything it won't reach or get cleaner. Particularly like the... » Read More My instruction sheet advised to let the steamer cool down a few minutes, and because of the extreme amount of steam from the unit after opening it, that made sense to me. You can find something else to do for just a couple of minutes. It's a safety issue I learned the dumb way. Besides, you'll probably be clearing debris steamed loose or drying windows, etc. Hope this helps. I had the smaller unit but love this one because it holds more water, don't have to stop and refill as often and it's still lightweight. Haven't found anything it won't reach or get cleaner. Particularly like the shorter attachment because it gets into tighter places like tracks on thermal windows. « Show Less
1438387
I wish I knew, because this is a common problem. But I have a suggestion. When you are done using it, donot turn it off! Turn it on the coolest setting, zero I think, and let it cool down with air blowing through it. About 45 minutes. Otherwise you will burn up the heating element!
1513829
I'd say five minutes. No problem there. It will have plenty of steam for as much water you add. It says in the instructions you can add two measuring cups full, I usually use one to be safe. The thing is to be sure that when you change the accessories, they are on solid. This is emphasized in the instructions. I found that the steam will leak out if the attachment isn't on properly so watch for that.
821079
My instruction sheet advised to let the steamer cool down a few minutes, and because of the extreme amount of steam from the unit after opening it, that made sense to me. You can find something else to do for just a couple of minutes. It's a safety issue I learned the dumb way. Besides, you'll probably be clearing debris steamed loose or drying windows, etc. Hope this helps. I had the smaller unit but love this one because it holds more water, don't have to stop and refill as often and it's still lightweight. Haven't found anything it won't reach or get cleaner. Particularly like the shorter attachment because it gets into tighter places like tracks on thermal windows.
1513833
Takes about a minute & a half to get up to full steam. And then stays pretty much continuous until it runs out. Just wish that full steam cycle was a little longer sometimes. But then you'd probably wear your wrist out.
1344664
It takes a small break to build full steam back up if you use it constantly. Not a problem really, mine builds back up quickly!
583990
There should definitely be hot steam. Are you saying that you get no steam at all? or that the steam is not hot? Did you get a flawed product?
371145
it depends how hot you want it. I put mine for about 2 minutes and it lasts about 15 minutes. but then it cools and you redo it.