Can you use non toxic steam mop cleaners in this unit?
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The manufacturer makes an antimicrobial cleaner to pour into a designated reservoir. Must be ordered separtely. Instructions say no to adding bleach, oils, etc.
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I have never used any cleaners in my unit, but I don't see why you could not since there is an optional disinfecting product available. See the comment about diluting the cleaner, though. I think it would need to be very diluted in order to not clog the steam holes.
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Although it says in the manuel you can only use their cleaning solution that you have to order...I have used my own cleaners for the sprayer and it's worked just fine. I would make sure it's a thin diluted form to prevent any clogging.
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I use distilled water on my ceramics. Otherwise it would leave streaks with cleaners.. I might try spraying the floor slightly, with a mixture of water and ammonia and then run the steam mop over it.. DONT BOIL CHEMICALS its dangerous to breathe
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I use a spray bottle of cleaner for the clean smell effect, I do not put it in with the water. Cleaners with acidic cleaners such as lemon or orange may damage the steamer over time. The steamer really works better than cleaners, I just like the smell of fresh lemon. Just spray the cleaner in front of your path and steam away!
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This unit is made to work with cleaning fluids. It has a place to hold the fluid, so I would assume that you could use most cleaners made for this purpose.
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I have not put anything in the unit for fear that it may cause a problem. However, i have used spray floor cleaners (like Method, etc) and sprayed them on the floor as I have used the steam.This way the floor is both clean and has a great smell. As long as you use these cleaners sparingly, the unit works really great. However, the booklet indicates that if too much liquid collects in the mop you could have a unit malfunction .
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The mop itself is able to be used. They have separate cleaners recommended for both but I don not see an issue with using one cleaner if you do not wish to order both.
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I never tried but its basically a ammonia based cleaner. So I can't imagine a problem.
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Hi, I met a Steam Mop rep in a home fair I attended. He advised that we use only DISTILLED Water. He said that our mop will last much longer is=f we use that. I am not sure what "purified water" is so just use distilled water and you will be fine. By the way, I love my mop!
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Mine stopped steaming so I just use it as a damp mop. Tried white vinegar to clean it but did not work
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I have not used any type of cleaning solution. The manual states that no chemicals should be used with the steam mop and distilled or demineralized water is recommended. The steam mop however has fragrance disc slots if you wanted to add an aroma while mopping. Hope this helps.
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Do not put cleaner in the machine. But I have used cleaner on the floor then used the steamer which worked well for really stubborn grout stains n the tile floor. Also, the high heat of the steam is supposed to sanitize. I did not feel the need to use cleaner to disinfect, just for stubborn stains
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yes you can .I machine wash the mop heads ones a month on gentle cycle I love my blue magic 360 spin mop .answer by ana
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You can use it anywhere you can use a cloth pad with steam. As far a removing stains, it is just a cloth pad with steam. If steam will remove a stain, then it will work. By the way - in general this unit puts out too much steam even at the lowest setting and it is not possible to reduce the amount of steam further. (Too much steam because the pad gets soaked thru very quickly). I would look for a steam mop with a trigger to release steam. I had one like this before the handle broke and it worked much better than the B&D.
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The floor cleaner does go into the fresh water tank of a floor scrubber like a Hoover SpinScrub. However you do not want to use in in a steam mop. The goal of a steam mop is to use hot steam to remove dirt and grime rather than using a soap. Putting this in the water tank will more than likely gum up the internals of the steam mop and break it. Only want to use clean fresh water in a steam mop.
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NO!!! Never add anything to the water or it will clog the steam system. This mop uses the water to make steam only.
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Yes, You can but I've only use vinegar to descale/clean the unit. I use water but distilled water is recommended and best.
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I would probably just use a steam mop on hardwood floors. This machine is marketed as a "carpet"cleaner and is excellent for that.
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I have vinyl floors however in our other home I used the steam cleaner and loved it. Just don't stay in one place glide it slow and do not leave it alone with it steaming. If you do it may turn you clear finish a foggy wht. I love it because it is more sanitary than a mop and bucket.
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Use this product in your steam cleaner: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WIMUVU2/
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I don't think you can because the holder on the mop is made to fit a special can of Resolve (flat top/not curved). I personally don't think it has a strong odor.
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I use a steam cleaner, but found that it is not appropriate for my wood floors. Use it on ceramic or tile, but for wood you only need to damp mop after using this product.