water level indicator? Hi, I have this steamer but don't see a way to check the water level (other than staring into the hole). How do you know when it is time to refill the water? And when you do pour in water, how do you know when to stop? water level indicator? Hi, I have this steamer but don't see a way to check the water level (other than staring into the hole). How do you know when it is time to refill the water? And when... » Read More water level indicator? Hi, I have this steamer but don't see a way to check the water level (other than staring into the hole). How do you know when it is time to refill the water? And when you do pour in water, how do you know when to stop? « Show Less
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I've used this iron for years - can't live without it. I'm about to order another because I've left it on one too many times -- but any problems are my fault. I top it up every time before I use it; my husband bought me a gadget that fills up batteries and it stops when the iron is full -- couldn't be any better!
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Mine came with a funnel that has a built-in guage. One person mentioned this already, but you can buy a tool that's normally used for batteries, or maybe contact rowenta and they might send you a funnel, or have one available for purchase...
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Mine does exactly the same thing, there is a floating piece in the tank that goes down and triggers a sensor to tell the machine the water is to a certain level. On mine that is when there is about three inches of water in the tank. Yes it seems like it should use that water but it wont. I just learned to keep mine full. My guess is that it is that way becase if you leave the machine on it keeps heating water in the internal tank and this way it has water to replenish the internal tank if it needs it. Either way, your machine is working normaly.
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I agree with the others, make sure you do not have too much water. If you are using the Brikka model, then first you measure the water in the upper chamber by filling to the "H2O" fill line and then pour it into the lower chamber. The lower chamber will then only be partially filled. I have the 4 cup model and it fills to about 1/2" below the valve inside the lower chamber.
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James,I need to correct my answer. There is a box that shows the temp, humidity, and wet/dry on an LCD. The sensor is on a 6 foot wire. You could place the sensor in a hidden location (e.g., cabinet) and be able to see the LCD. So there is a visible indicator. In my case, my feet would be wet before I could see the LCD, so the visible display (for me) is worthless. There are devices that produce an audible alarm when water is detected (consider running leads from the test contacts on a smoke alarm), if you are there to monitor the condition.
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Yes! Open the top where you put the water and you'll see a step ladder water level indicator. Easy!!
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I have this same problem. Also, my steamer got clogged and I can't seem to get it unclogged. Does yours spew steam from like, below where the filter sits when you turn it off from steam? I think there's something wrong...
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Hey Jeanne! Great question! As far as I can tell on mine, there is no trigger. I even went to look at the product information and did not see anything mentioning a trigger. You just move it back and forth and the water/steam comes out. IF there is a problem area I spend more time on it aka putting some elbow grease into action! Hope that helps.
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Have had that happen and wasn't sure either .However this is what I think:Only fill distilled water to the fill line if too full it sloshes into hole where steam blows and can cause it to shut off or damage it.Also use a little alcohol on a cotton ball or paper towel or cloth to wipe it out / build up can form.Pour the distilled water into the measuring cup to then carefully pour the water into diffuser so you do not get any water into that blow hole.Hope these tips help!
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I am in same position as Charles, I haven't used mine enuf to really give a good response, however, it uses up water really, really fast which irritates me. I find I need to have the steam button pushed almost to the max to get any steam. Maybe setting it lower will help and using the button to release the steam. As I re-think this response....it must be giving continual steam when set to the higher steam setting if I am using water so fast....now, are we all confused....I need to use it more but overall, I am happy with the iron....it is my second Rowenta and, at this stage, I won't even consider another brand. I am in same position as Charles, I haven't used mine enuf to really give a good response, however, it uses up water really, really fast which irritates me. I find I need to have the steam button pushed almost to the max to get any steam. Maybe setting it lower will help and using the button to release the steam. As I re-think this response....it must be giving continual steam when set to the higher steam setting if I am using water so fast....now, are we all confused....I need to use it more but overall, I am happy with the iron....it is my second Rowenta and, at this stage, I won't even... » Read More I am in same position as Charles, I haven't used mine enuf to really give a good response, however, it uses up water really, really fast which irritates me. I find I need to have the steam button pushed almost to the max to get any steam. Maybe setting it lower will help and using the button to release the steam. As I re-think this response....it must be giving continual steam when set to the higher steam setting if I am using water so fast....now, are we all confused....I need to use it more but overall, I am happy with the iron....it is my second Rowenta and, at this stage, I won't even consider another brand. « Show Less
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It tells you how much water it can hold and when the steam stops coming out it is time to shut it off and let it cool down. You can not add more water till it cools down. It is a safety feature of the machine.
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I didn't get a video or manual either. I called the company and they quickly sent me the manual, however the video wasn't available. Plug in fill using water bottle. Make sure you use distilled water. turn on using both buttons and wait till lights turn on for use. makes sure you tighten cap before turning on but not too tight. to fill water open large cap. Green light indicates it is ready to use and yellow light means it needs more water. If it ever turns off on you during use check that hoses are properly connected it happened to me once. during use if you feel there isn't enough pressure just give it a few minutes to build more pressure, you will see the needles move. The small dial to the left of the large cap for filling water is used to regulate how much steam is being used. adjust to your needs.
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When the water gets too low, it ceases to hold pressure high enough to create steam. The indication on the pressure light gets lower (below 2), but you will also notice that the sound has changed. It is obvious when more water is needed.
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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.
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No, none at all. Inside it's only metal. There is no water level indicator (only amount of water you are pouring into it and max indicator, all metal). The only plastic in the inside would be the top lid. But water would not touch it directly when boiling, I guess the steam does. Water is only in contact with metal from base to top.
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Not to sound like captain obvious or anything but perhaps you are putting in to much water? I would play with the levels a bit. I fill it to just below the line and mine come out great every time. It takes some experimenting but is worth it once you get it down. Good luck
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The yellow indicator will rise to indicate that pressure has built up, but start timing when there is a steady stream of steam being emitted from the release valve. If you start on high heat the stream will be full, then turn down the heat until there is just a small, steady release of steam. All those instructions are in the information and recipes that came with my cooker.
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There is a max water level indicator on the tank. Remember the item or items being cleaned also take up volume so fill accordingly.