Can I use vinegar and water in my floor mate
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I don't see why not. It works great on coffee pots so you won't have to worry about deposits in the machine. The vinegar will probably clean out any hard water deposits.
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I would recommend you pour straight vinegar nt the bottom of the unit and let it sit for 2 hoursThen put some water in the container and see if it turns onDo not empty the vinegar from the bottom let it run through Sort of like when you clean your coffee pot I do not use distiller water but I do regularly use the white vinegar Mine runs like a charm but it will shut down if residue builds up
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I've used Vinegar water - with no issues. I've also used other solutions with no problems. As to why they don't recommend - you have to ask them, but I'm sure it's to cover themselves.
536057
Thank you for your suggestion to use vinegar. I just did and most of it came off. I have to use pumice in the toilet bowls too.
643994
Actually I have tried using very hot water on the floors with nothing in it and it works well, also tends to dry without streaking. Unless the floors are pretty dirty than I will use a mild soap and very little just to get dirt off or the vinegar mixture, after that go back to just very hot water. Hope that helps.
195370
Yes you can, but you need to use distilled water or you'll have the fine white dust from tap water on everything within the room.
321661
There is a cleaning fluid that should be used with the machine. Plain water can work but will not be as effective.
1316871
YES. + Earth friendly. This should be in every household. Why such a secret? Perhaps all those poor chemical companies would go broke! :( Use gloves and mask. Spray or wipe full strength vinegar on the hard water buildup. Let the vinegar work for 30 minutes. Sprinkle baking soda (optional). Use a green scrubby to scrub. Rinse thoroughly. I found this video very helpful and informative.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bmS6bw93NJE
1607479
Hi Ryan, I'm not sure about vinegar. Sorry I couldn't answer your question fully. I polish my granite and wooden cabinets with this product. Great for those.
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The manual spesifies only Hover Cleaning products.http://content.abt.com/documents/52884/FH40160_manual.pdfHowever I have used a light bleach/water on tiled floors with the older model for over a year, it did not cause any problems. Since vinegar is water soluble you should be fine.
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If you are going to use it you would probably need to use it on the entire floor so it's even. I don't recommend it at all. I've had to clean my floors with vinegar SEVERAL times to remove the residue this stuff left behind
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Glad you asked first because we do not recommend using vinegar in our steam mops. Vinegar can harm internal components with this mop so we only recommend using distilled water or our great scented water like the http://www.amazon.com/Bissell-Spring-Scented-Demineralized-1394/dp/B00HVJ3MCG
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No you can't. I empty it every day wipe up the wetness as much as I can and let it dry out. Once a week I put vinegar in it with water and let it run.
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I never tried .... I use plain tap water and add a small amount of vinegar and a few drops of essential oil (peppermint, or eucalyptus or tea tree). I have linoleum floors. My two labs constantly have dirty or muddy feet so use it all the time. I keep the reservior full of the mix and use as needed. Sometimes it uses it all up and sometimes just a spot job works so I left the solution in it. I do clean dirty water after each use. I am not sure if you could leave bleach water in it but if you dilute it still would give extra cleaning but would empty after each use. If you do try leave a reply back so I know how it works. I never tried .... I use plain tap water and add a small amount of vinegar and a few drops of essential oil (peppermint, or eucalyptus or tea tree). I have linoleum floors. My two labs constantly have dirty or muddy feet so use it all the time. I keep the reservior full of the mix and use as needed. Sometimes it uses it all up and sometimes just a spot job works so I left the solution in it. I do clean dirty water after each use. I am not sure if you could leave bleach water in it but if you dilute it still would give extra cleaning but would empty after each use. If you do try leave a... » Read More I never tried .... I use plain tap water and add a small amount of vinegar and a few drops of essential oil (peppermint, or eucalyptus or tea tree). I have linoleum floors. My two labs constantly have dirty or muddy feet so use it all the time. I keep the reservior full of the mix and use as needed. Sometimes it uses it all up and sometimes just a spot job works so I left the solution in it. I do clean dirty water after each use. I am not sure if you could leave bleach water in it but if you dilute it still would give extra cleaning but would empty after each use. If you do try leave a reply back so I know how it works. « Show Less
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On the i-robot website they said that the solution must have a certain electrical conductivity to work correctly (water would not work). They suggested white vinegar and water as an alternative (provided its safte for you floors)
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Sal suds is perfect for this job! You do need to mix it with water before putting in on the floor. One teaspoon per galon of water is plenty! Good luck :)
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No but it recommends distilled to reduce mineral build up. If you don't use distilled water it recommends to rinse out with vinegar on a monthly basis. When I first got the cleaner I used tap water and it still worked great. I recently been using distilled so I don't have to worry about soaking the tank in vinegar.