How to clean water reservoir when we can not see or detach it. How to make sure that it is clean before using it every time.
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The steam heat dries up the water in the reservoir. I keep the unit open to air dry also.
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The water reservoir is removable. You can add water without removing if you wish.
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I use a little bleach. From the Camelback website: Wash the reservoir with hot water and mild soap. Be sure to completely rinse away any bleach or cleaning solution before using again. You can also use CamelBak brushes from our Cleaning Kit to scrub your reservoir and tube. Brushes are the best way to ensure you are scrubbing all of the areas of the reservoir clean.Once the reservoir is clean, be sure to air dry the reservoir so no moisture is trapped inside, which can cause mold to grow.A friend of mine keeps his in the freezer. I guess if it's frozen no bacteria can grow. I use a little bleach. From the Camelback website: Wash the reservoir with hot water and mild soap. Be sure to completely rinse away any bleach or cleaning solution before using again. You can also use CamelBak brushes from our Cleaning Kit to scrub your reservoir and tube. Brushes are the best way to ensure you are scrubbing all of the areas of the reservoir clean.Once the reservoir is clean, be sure to air dry the reservoir so no moisture is trapped inside, which can cause mold to grow.A friend of mine keeps his in the freezer. I guess if it's frozen no... » Read More I use a little bleach. From the Camelback website: Wash the reservoir with hot water and mild soap. Be sure to completely rinse away any bleach or cleaning solution before using again. You can also use CamelBak brushes from our Cleaning Kit to scrub your reservoir and tube. Brushes are the best way to ensure you are scrubbing all of the areas of the reservoir clean.Once the reservoir is clean, be sure to air dry the reservoir so no moisture is trapped inside, which can cause mold to grow.A friend of mine keeps his in the freezer. I guess if it's frozen no bacteria can grow. « Show Less
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water reservoir is very easy to clean and I would recommend to clean it weekly because you can see white stuff at the bottom. the lid has the motor so you just lift that up and clean the bottom post. the discs are also detachable and you disassemble them to clean individually.
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You twist the reservoir and take it off to empty it. It's a clear cup that screws right back in when you are ready to use it again.
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Remove the tank, then remove the mist tower. There is a spring-loaded latch under the tank.Very simple. Cleaning is the hard part. Minerals build up very fast so you need to clean at least once per week.
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It sounds like your boiler (reservoir) may be rusted. I am not sure how you would clean the reservoir. I would contact the company, if possible. I am surprised that this happened unless the iron is quite old and hadn't been used for quite a while. Good luck
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I pulled my manual out and here are the cleaning directions.After using the device 5-6 times or 2-3 days, clean as follows:1. Unplug the power cord from the base of the unit and uncover.2. Pour out any remaining water from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank.3. Put 1 Tablespoon of citric acid in the water tank, add just under 100 ml of warm water.4. Leave water for 5 minutes, and then drain the solution from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank.5. Wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid Ultrasonic Vibration plate area, which can be gently cleaned with a cotton bud.Never use other acids, enzymes or detergents, as this may risk poisonous gas to be created or cause malfunction. I pulled my manual out and here are the cleaning directions.After using the device 5-6 times or 2-3 days, clean as follows:1. Unplug the power cord from the base of the unit and uncover.2. Pour out any remaining water from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank.3. Put 1 Tablespoon of citric acid in the water tank, add just under 100 ml of warm water.4. Leave water for 5 minutes, and then drain the solution from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank.5. Wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid Ultrasonic Vibration plate area, which can be gently cleaned with a cotton... » Read More I pulled my manual out and here are the cleaning directions.After using the device 5-6 times or 2-3 days, clean as follows:1. Unplug the power cord from the base of the unit and uncover.2. Pour out any remaining water from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank.3. Put 1 Tablespoon of citric acid in the water tank, add just under 100 ml of warm water.4. Leave water for 5 minutes, and then drain the solution from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank.5. Wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid Ultrasonic Vibration plate area, which can be gently cleaned with a cotton bud.Never use other acids, enzymes or detergents, as this may risk poisonous gas to be created or cause malfunction. « Show Less
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Yes, it will do that until all of the water is out of the reservoir. If it continues then it probably needs to be cleaned.. Hope this helps..
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Where ever it is when the time is up. It does not float up. You pull it to the top then hold it by the handle till some of the water drains out then remove it and clean it.
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remove the reservoir at the bottom and then disengage the little stopper inside. it does not hold much but enough.
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You don't have to open the reservoir to clean it. Bunn recommends pouring white vinegar through it once, followed by several pots of plain water. That works OK, but I found a product on the internet (just google, automatic coffee pot cleaner) that is a natural citrus powder that works even better. Same procedure. My Bunn is about 10 years old and works great; now I buy them as gifts.
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Sorry that you had that problem. By any chance, is the water leaving the reservoir? By the answers below, looks like it has to be "surgically" connected, look at the Java Exotic Imports answer. Maybe you should try to call Philips Saeco Customer Care at 1 800 933 7876, remember that you have full warranty, and I can easily issue a Company Commercial Invoice in case you have to return it. Of course, at any time, you can send it back to me and I'll replace it for you. But, in your shoes, I'd call the support, just to avoid the hassle of return and wait for another.If you decide to call them, please drop me a line, I'm curious now. Good luck! Paulo Pereira, PanCorp Sorry that you had that problem. By any chance, is the water leaving the reservoir? By the answers below, looks like it has to be "surgically" connected, look at the Java Exotic Imports answer. Maybe you should try to call Philips Saeco Customer Care at 1 800 933 7876, remember that you have full warranty, and I can easily issue a Company Commercial Invoice in case you have to return it. Of course, at any time, you can send it back to me and I'll replace it for you. But, in your shoes, I'd call the support, just to avoid the hassle of return and wait for another.If you... » Read More Sorry that you had that problem. By any chance, is the water leaving the reservoir? By the answers below, looks like it has to be "surgically" connected, look at the Java Exotic Imports answer. Maybe you should try to call Philips Saeco Customer Care at 1 800 933 7876, remember that you have full warranty, and I can easily issue a Company Commercial Invoice in case you have to return it. Of course, at any time, you can send it back to me and I'll replace it for you. But, in your shoes, I'd call the support, just to avoid the hassle of return and wait for another.If you decide to call them, please drop me a line, I'm curious now. Good luck! Paulo Pereira, PanCorp « Show Less
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I pulled my manual out and here are the cleaning directions. After using the device 5-6 times or 2-3 days, clean as follows: 1. Unplug the power cord from the base of the unit and uncover. 2. Pour out any remaining water from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank. 3. Put 1 Tablespoon of citric acid in the water tank, add just under 100 ml of warm water. 4. Leave water for 5 minutes, and then drain the solution from the "DRAIN SIDE" of the tank. 5. Wipe with a soft cloth. Avoid Ultrasonic Vibration plate area, which can be gently cleaned with a cotton bud. Never use other acids, enzymes or detergents, as this may risk poisonous gas to be created or cause malfunction.
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It's not so bad. I usually remove the reservoirs and give it a good rinse- I don't usually need to do more. If you want to actually scrub the insides of the reservoirs, you can't because of the way that it is structured.
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Water should never enter the bottom where the vents are. You should only clean the reservoir part and never submerge the entire base in water. It is electrical remember that
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If you have hard water or well water nothing will take it out, my husband used to take it apart t clean it out