Can I use water from the pipe in it or Must I use only distilled water?
518406
I used tap water but I also only used the product once before I returned it. I was just not happy with the hassle of using it versus the regular ole' scrubbing with cleaners. However, I do think Hoover recommends distilled water.
518407
I use regular tap water and haven't had any issues with that. It just isn't a very "strong" steamer.
518408
I'd stick with distilled water. Distilled water is best. Pipe water has too many contaminants that might collect in your tank.
518409
Distilled water is always strongly recommended to extend the life of the unit. Pipe water will work in case you run out of distilled, but only as a temporary solution.
518410
I use water from the tap and have had no problems with it. I've had it for a while now and still love it as much as when I first got it.
326469
I use distilled water in mine. I keep a gallon by each ironing board. You can use tap water but then it depends on the type of tap water in your area. Reliable Corp. recommends the following: ° Distilled water° Softened water (from a household water softener)° Filtered water with low mineral content (counter top unit or store bought)° Tap water (if your tap water is hard, this is the least recommended)Hope this helps!Smiles,Love2Sew&Quilt;
1168602
Since I'm on a well with a lot of minerals, I use distilled water. Actually, I think the directions state that you should use distilled water.
1673774
You should only use distilled, I was told. Afterwards besure to rinse it out with clear water.
1029649
Tap water. No distilled water required. I LOVE this steamer - lots of power - works great.
1286301
I had the sam problem. I wasn't using DISTILLED water. It is a MUST. Clean the glass bowl and with white vinegar. Run steamer again with a about a cap full of vinegar to clean out the upper tubing. It will work fine after that. Remember, ONLY use distilled water.
242684
Yes you still need to replace it. Distilled water is not treated and often is able to grow more bacteria (no chlorine) so your filter can actually become a breeding ground for bacteria that are put into the air should you not replace it regularly.
1683847
No, the only way to make distilled water is by boiling water, like tap water. This Camco water filter is only good for gardens, I would not drink the water from this filter. From what I understand, Camco has other water filters for making drinkable water.
584753
Ideally you should use distilled water. Filtered water at least. Tap water may contain substances that will kill it slowly over time.
510709
I use distilled water I do not believe it is required this is a very large unit. Probably wouldn't buy it again
257940
No. You only use water in this unit. Go to Homedics site and they can verify this question for you.
2176709
It should be distilled although I use reverse osmosis processed water which seems to work fine.
843430
I do not use distilled water. I use tap water. It uses about 2oz, it doesn't seem to damage my machine.
2192001
You certainly can use distilled water. Most of the growers seem to want to recommend that you use distilled water over tap because of the lack of fluoride, chemicals and harsh salts in most tap water. I've been using tap water for years on my plants without any issues at all. Mine have grown to an enormous height and have really flourished. I guess the real point is how pure is your current tap water now? If you drink it or you use filtered water, then I suggest that is the same water you should give to your bamboo.
1126479
There is s nozzle that release the distill water in front , you don't add water to this machine it uses the moisture in the air to make distill water
287151
you can use any liquid in. they come with several different size nozzles. I would not put drinking water in it since you are using air from your compressor to pressurize it and that is not the cleanest air.
627678
I read not to use distilled water. The minerals in your tap water help the "water low" sensor realize when to turn off the unit...