Do you have to pump the handle (like a Shark) in order for the steam to release? Thank you.
569157
No pumping required. Once you set the steam level (Low, Medium or High), there is continuous steam until you push the steam level button again to select "off," or unplug it. I probably should elaborate that a lot of people don't seem to realize there is a way to turn the steam off aside from unplugging the power cord. No "off" switch is probably one of the most frequent complaints I see in the reviews. The off control is the same button that controls the steam level. Push the button once for Low steam, push again for Medium steam, push again for High steam, and push it a fourth time to turn the steam OFF. So, although there is no separate off/on switch (which I don't find to be a problem at all), the mop CAN be turned off without unplugging the power cord.
569158
No. Steam is released after approximately 30 seconds after plugging in(even if you switch plugs during use). The steam is adjusted by cycling through one of 3 steam intensity levels.
569159
Nope! It only takes it about a minute to 'warm up'. When (a) light goes solid - it's ready to use. Just start moping!!! I had a shark - I know what your talking about. This is 100% better! You'll enjoy it.
569160
No you don't. It releases by itself; the only thing you need to do is push a button (once) on the front to choose how much steam you want to come out. Then it's just gliding it along the floor!!
569161
No the Bissell Powerfresh has in the front of the unit a button that select the steam level, no levers to pump and the steam is consistent and comes out evenly so I have no concerns about too much water/steam with my hardwood floors. It appears to hold more water than my previous floor steamer so I can accomplish more. Once again use distilled water.
567219
yes... there's an over the door hook that comes with it... I wait til it's just doing steam really smoothly and it works even better if I hang my clothes and keep the head upright...and work it side ways and up and down.... I also probably should not use tap water in it... but i do. I have no complaints for the $ I spent on it.
395488
I am pretty sure you can't. I always use it though and it works great. If you don't press on the steaming button while you iron steam won't come out but it's addictive and now I can't iron without pressing on the steam button anyway. :).
1600497
no, there is no vent anywhere to release steam so it is just from the spout
492941
I have never noticed the handle and hose being that hot, but the steam output vents are very hot! Always grab the steam head handle so that steam vents point away from you. The base is stable provided common sense is used while steaming--example, hang clothes correctly and don't twist the hose while in use. I have never had the steamer tip or even come close. The water tank is situated in the base as well, and that helps add stability too.
1071664
I really have not used it enough to know for sure. On my old one, if it was on steam setting, steam sort of flowed out of it but to get a lot I had to push the button. My new one seems to do the same.
2029228
I'm guessing it means the steam only comes on when you put your hand on the handle. When it is just sitting the steam turns off so you don't go through water as fast.
1627908
No steam. My box says that it's the smooth and sleek finish. I really like it so far.
2025730
I'm glad you asked about steam...No it doesn't make hardly any steam at all - and for the person who said it doesn't pour fast enough, just push the button silly!
1400933
You really don't have to do a thing but push it along the floor. The pump is built in between the handle and the steam mop: which means every time you push the mop forward, you just pumped it! I advise filling it with water, plugging it in and waiting a good 2-3 minutes for the steam to really get going and remember... the first few strokes will be pumping steam onto a dry mop head, so you really won't get decent results until the mop head cloth is damp with steam condensate. Be patient and know that you'll have to cover you first few passes again and I think you'll really enjoy this steam mop. You really don't have to do a thing but push it along the floor. The pump is built in between the handle and the steam mop: which means every time you push the mop forward, you just pumped it! I advise filling it with water, plugging it in and waiting a good 2-3 minutes for the steam to really get going and remember... the first few strokes will be pumping steam onto a dry mop head, so you really won't get decent results until the mop head cloth is damp with steam condensate. Be patient and know that you'll have to cover you first few passes again and I think you'll really enjoy this steam... » Read More You really don't have to do a thing but push it along the floor. The pump is built in between the handle and the steam mop: which means every time you push the mop forward, you just pumped it! I advise filling it with water, plugging it in and waiting a good 2-3 minutes for the steam to really get going and remember... the first few strokes will be pumping steam onto a dry mop head, so you really won't get decent results until the mop head cloth is damp with steam condensate. Be patient and know that you'll have to cover you first few passes again and I think you'll really enjoy this steam mop. « Show Less
2282512
No, it does not leak. There are small openings in the lid for the release of steam, and that is the only place it exits.
1945513
My Shark didn't work and I returned it. The steam was not very hot, you could hold your hand in it.
836827
It's not actually steam per say...it's more of water being sprayed out, like a wet vac. Hope that helps!
221518
The steam comes out in a blast in direct response to pulling the trigger. It works much better than other hand-held steamers I've tried. I don't bother with the detachable bristles---I just remove them. That's my preference. Others may feel differently.
916342
The handle does contain a a + and - valve like wheel, you can adjust the volume of steam coming from the nozzle and it seems to add a slight pressure when turned up. It does not however apply pure pressure. Its a great steamer however does not work well at all on heavy greased areas such as on or around vehicles.
1071175
Not an option. You just get steam (on/off), works great, especially when you remove the brush attachment.
492943
Not really, hose is braided, and plastic handle never get hot. The base is ok, keep in mind that base holds a gallon of water, which is adds even more weight to the base. Pretty descent steamer for the price.