How long will this steam for? Does it have to be removed from the stove when empty? Ideally, I'd like to fill just once daily.
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It is small - holds about 2 1/2 cups of water. It's easy to refill but use pot holders! The whole top comes off.
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Depending on stove temp. you could fill at least 2 times in a day. I fill while on the stove, I use a small pitcher due to its always on the stove unless for cleaning.
1835595
It does steam for a day I do not remove it from the stove when empty and when I fill it I use an ov glove to remove the squirrel top if hot and fill it. It has made a difference in my home
1835596
It steams about two hours ,it's run out before without damage but wouldn't recommend doing that. It is not a large steamer and needs to be refilled way more than once daily.
305468
Put the idly maker 4 mins max in the microwave and then let it sit for one min. Remove immediately. If only the top layers are done, I remove them, and then put the rest back in for one min more. You can't let them sit in the steam, as they continue to cook and become hard.
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Before I bought mine, several reviews I read mentioned the steam coming out near the handle as the pressure builds. I believe there is a casual mention in the directions. This is ok. If you are getting s jet of steam from the valve, you may have the cooker too full and/or the heat too high. Be sure to only fill it to the full line inside and turn down the heat once the pressure is up. I find mine works fine below medium on my electric stove.
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I'm guessing you're asking how long a canister will last? It depends, of course, on how high you keep your flame. I found that it EATS gas if I try to heat a normal weight spaghetti pot full of water. I now make sure that I heat water such as that in a camping (light weight) pot. With "regular cooking", a canister will last me between two and three weeks at home. Some nights I don't use it at all. Other nights I use it for between a half hour and an hour. One canister definitely lasts me through a three-day camping trip (but I always bring an extra one in reserve). Note that you can't use a wide pot or fry pan on most of the portable stoves. That's because it would overhang the canister and overheat it. You can imagine the result.
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2 minutes. If you start steam then move to brewing, there is a trick to cool down the machine. You can release some heat through release water at steam ward at brewing settings. It will allow you to brew immediately. You should always do brewing then move to steaming.
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Hi Allie....LOL.. I wondered the same thing too.. Nope.. just hold it down for about 5-10 seconds and mop away.. the steam still comes out for a few seconds on it's own and the mop part is wet enough to clean. Happy cleaning.. I love mine!!
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You can pour in water right off the boil. Just don't put it on a stove burner. :)
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I use the steamer until all steam is used. I use the cup provided to fill it up to the line specified. I use 2 cups of water. I use very hot water from the tap so it does not take that long to heat up--I think 5 minutes. I do all my cleaning with the control on high--so it might be less than 5 minutes for you. I clean my 1-bedroom apartment; the whole kitchen (cupboards, walls, stove etc.) It takes about an hour. It tells you in the appliance book how long you should wait to refill the steamer I don't think it takes too long. I've never had to do it. The steamer is a fabulous addition to my vacuum and other appliances I own. Hope this helps. I use the steamer until all steam is used. I use the cup provided to fill it up to the line specified. I use 2 cups of water. I use very hot water from the tap so it does not take that long to heat up--I think 5 minutes. I do all my cleaning with the control on high--so it might be less than 5 minutes for you. I clean my 1-bedroom apartment; the whole kitchen (cupboards, walls, stove etc.) It takes about an hour. It tells you in the appliance book how long you should wait to refill the steamer I don't think it takes too long. I've never had to do it. The steamer is a fabulous addition to my... » Read More I use the steamer until all steam is used. I use the cup provided to fill it up to the line specified. I use 2 cups of water. I use very hot water from the tap so it does not take that long to heat up--I think 5 minutes. I do all my cleaning with the control on high--so it might be less than 5 minutes for you. I clean my 1-bedroom apartment; the whole kitchen (cupboards, walls, stove etc.) It takes about an hour. It tells you in the appliance book how long you should wait to refill the steamer I don't think it takes too long. I've never had to do it. The steamer is a fabulous addition to my vacuum and other appliances I own. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I use it all the time and don't notice steam escaping. That being said, it isn't insulating and you will lose heat through it. Still, better than nothing! Also, slit keeps it from truly suctioning on...
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I use mine several times everyday can't say I've had any problems at all. I like the whistle the way it has been working - I would say inspect the mechanism that closes the whistle so the steam has only one place to escape, good luck.
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Steam does not come out if you are not pulling the trigger. The pad however is wet so getting it completely dry isn't really an option unless you put on a new pad. The other day I dropped the cleaner tank and didn't have an issue using it to help clean that up.
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It has a "vacation" switch which will turn the heating element off. There is no problem with occasional use, if you know how to operate the machine. If stored for a long period, invert into sink and let water drain out (unplugged of course). When ready to use, add water until it comes out into the pot. Dump pot, replace pot, plug in, turn on, and wait about 7 minutes for the resevoir to come up to temp ( you will hear a low "roaring" noise/rumble" as it finishes heating... Then make your coffee from there. if you are just using it for weekends, you can leave the water in and on, but ensure the lid to the water pour in resevoir is up to seal the heating resevoir (minimizes evaporation). When ready to use, pour in about 12 ozs of water into the machine and allow to cycle thru the system. This ensures you will get a full pot out, when you put a full pot in. Then, allow to come up to temp.....should be much faster since heating only small amount back up. Make coffee per normal ops. Now you see why the "not good for occasional use" comment was made. Extra work, and knowledge of how/why the system works. I love it, recommend it, and think it makes an excellent cup of coffee.
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I think you can, I use it all the time but I fill it full and just use it for one cup or several. I would not recommend leaving the water for weeks at a time. if you use one cup daily. How ever the water does boil at a high tempeture and kills all bacteria. It was well worth the purchase.
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I don't think so. Mine continues to produce steam until the timer goes off. Sounds like a malfunction. I guess maybe make sure it's got enough water (seems obvious, I know). Other than that I'd call the company!
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I have not tried to steam yet, but I would think draining the kitchen kettle and washing it out with hot water and Dawn dishwashing liquid would work as expected. I would not think there would be much difficultly. - Good Luck
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Hi there. I have this boiler for about a year now and just loving it. It keeps the water hot but you have to keep it plugged in all the time. When unplugged, the water will stay warm for 2 hours and will get to room temp. There is not much maintenance needs to be done. I wash it about once a month and there is not much residue from mineral deposit that you have to worry about. Hope this information helps.
801130
Simply untwist the clear container at the button of the steamer and empty the container. I am referring to the clear container where the metal circular heating device is. That clear container can be removed and be screwed back in very easily. You will always have water left in that clear container after every use.