Do you need to use distilled water?
1599853
I just used water from the tap. When I went to a doctor they too just used water from the faucet. It's important to use warm water though otherwise you may get dizzy and fall. Red the directions on the package for more info.
1599854
No, any tap water is fine as far as I know. I would just always let it dry thoroughly after use. This is a great product!
1599855
Their website says "Doctor Easy recommends a solution of 1 part 3% hydrogen peroxide to 4 parts "body temperature" water. If desired, add a few drops of shampoo to the solution. Mix well before using. The Manufacturer assumes no responsibility for any other solution use." No mention of distilled water.
1599856
Only if you don't want an ear infection. Tap water contains bacteria and sometimes viruses so be careful.
1317464
I have read that distilling water removes everything and it is the cleanest, purest water you can drink. I haven't had mine tested to prove it 100%, though. I run my water through a regular filter, a fluoride filter and then I distill it before I drink it. You can purchase a fluoride water test on the internet or you can hire a local water company to test it for you if you want to be certain.
2157539
Shahed,Using distilled water will save you having to clean the boiler element. Filtered water won't help. Whether it's worth it or not depends on how hard your tap water is. If it's very hard, distilled water is the way to go.
6567
Mine works fine, also. I only use distilled water because it is "highly recommended" in the manual.
843430
I do not use distilled water. I use tap water. It uses about 2oz, it doesn't seem to damage my machine.
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.
1753118
The instructions do not require distilled water. I use it to delay any buildup, but it isn't necessary.
556011
I don't know. I use distilled water and that eliminates the need for a filter.
1652921
The instructions do not say you have to use distilled water, relying on their filter to keep out mineral build up, but clearly using distilled water would work better and you do not have to replace the filter at some point.
1753117
I've been using tap water. It comes with about 10 packets of "lime and scale remover," which makes me think it would be better to use distilled water...but if you don't, you can use these packets to clean the water tank. Hope that helps...
102871
No you do not filters. You do need to use distilled water. This product works very well. You will love this product. You do need the oil that they recommend for this product. It can run not stop for 3 hours then shut off when the water is low or it can run for 7 hours.
1555723
You don't have to use distilled water...I do though, just so I don't have to clean as often...I do use citrus essential oils...lemon, lime grapefruit...this is a great product!
2122161
I use regular tap water. The manual in fact says to use untreated tap water. The manual does suggest a mix of distilled and tap water when the tape water is very hard. Use tap water.
336425
Yes. I use filtered tap water. Some people use distilled water, but I find that tap water works just fine.
561342
I think you don't NEED to use distilled water rather than you SHOULD NOT use it. It's a pleasure being able to use tap water, IMHO.
475568
My daughter said to use DISTILLED water. So I do and it has been working fine.
1344956
I used non-distilled water. It didn't work either way. The water dripped through the bottom of the machine, all over my dresser (and the electronic components inside) rendering it useless (many of the reviewers had the same problem...defective). Save your money. :-/