Problems with cord twisting on itself; cap hard to keep pushed down at same time as turning, and steam hose difficult to connect and disconnect.
1123847
Sorry, I'm no help on these issues. Maybe the product has been changed since my purchase but I've not had these problems.
2060202
I tried to replicate this issue with both of mine and could not. Sometimes if you do not have the prongs lined up correctly with the center piece the lid will not advance correctly but it will not keep spinning around. I think you may have a defective one. A return would be my suggestion.
1214374
Make sure you keep the hose straight when it's rewinding. If you don't (and it kinks going around the rewinder) it will cause a problem pulling it out and MAY do damage to your hose also.
1495224
I have had no issues with my steamer. First, I would make sure it is, in fact, the steamer. If you pug a hair dryer into the same plug and it trips, then it could be that the circuit just cannot handle the load. You can maybe get a new breaker... but, perhaps you should just try a different plug. Further, even if the chord looks OK, it can still be disfunctional. If you breaker does not trip when you plug in a hair dryer or similarly power hungry device, the steamer may be disfunctional. I would try to return it. If it is beyond the "return" stage, then you can change the plug on the chord and see if you still have the same problem. Good luck... I have had no issues with my steamer. First, I would make sure it is, in fact, the steamer. If you pug a hair dryer into the same plug and it trips, then it could be that the circuit just cannot handle the load. You can maybe get a new breaker... but, perhaps you should just try a different plug. Further, even if the chord looks OK, it can still be disfunctional. If you breaker does not trip when you plug in a hair dryer or similarly power hungry device, the steamer may be disfunctional. I would try to return it. If it is beyond the "return" stage, then you can change... » Read More I have had no issues with my steamer. First, I would make sure it is, in fact, the steamer. If you pug a hair dryer into the same plug and it trips, then it could be that the circuit just cannot handle the load. You can maybe get a new breaker... but, perhaps you should just try a different plug. Further, even if the chord looks OK, it can still be disfunctional. If you breaker does not trip when you plug in a hair dryer or similarly power hungry device, the steamer may be disfunctional. I would try to return it. If it is beyond the "return" stage, then you can change the plug on the chord and see if you still have the same problem. Good luck... « Show Less
1975814
The quality of threads on hoses varies so much that it could be the problem itself. This may or may not fix it .
808504
I also had trouble at first - but suddenly the hydraulics started working. You do have to press pretty hard to make it go to the level you want.
2210419
Make sure the cap is screwed on tightly. I've had this issue and cap was not on correctly which did not allow for steam buildup.
320539
I had did not have issue with fraying. I personally would've liked a longer cord and/or a more adjustable one. End cap needs to be either Teflon taped or loctited on. It can very easily back out.
1349774
not this one, but the brass verssion is just as bad. It's not the fitting that's bad, It's the connection of the hose to tghe fitting that breaks all the time. some times within 20 minutes,
1510718
I have had that problem a couple times. Can't say how to fix only that I use something like a wired coat hanger and bend the end as to not puncture the hose. That does the trick, good luck. Peter
861863
This was an issue for me as well. You have to twist then pull apart. It is quite hard at times.
2076537
If you are talking about the main hose that has the crevice tool fitting on it, it is a left handed thread. Tighten by turning it counter clockwise. Maybe try some silicone or soft glue. It is one of the flaws of this vacuum. And honestly, frustrating..
1639533
Look closely - this is addressed in the instructions - has something to do with dismounting the hose reel and setting it on its' side and cycling it, as I remember it. Also, maybe you could try to pull out more hose and try again. Short hose pulls are under less tension.
135391
There is a cord and kind of a pain. Sorry it did not work well and I ended up buying a better one.
1126306
I found I had to tighten the hose on the outlet, which is a pain where it is located, to keep it running smooth. Use a wrench, but no so tight you break anything. We also have to keep the hose situated so it drains down the whole length of the hose, no rises as it goes towards the open end. Hope this helps
433193
Mine tangles terribly...can't wait to try the noodle idea. Aquabot makes some that have an ez swivel for the cord, but they are hard to find on amazon.
354970
We struggled with this device with the steam pressure diminishing as the steam head is raised to the top of the hanger. We returned the unit to Amazon.