Does anyone know of a non toxic cleaner for this machine? Does anyone know of a non toxic cleaner for this machine?
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1/2 cup borax is a good cleaner. Also Seventh Generation and Mrs. Myers makes carpet shampoos that are earth-friendly. Drugstore.com might have some other all natural cleaners. White vinegar is good, as is alcohol. Simple green is an excellent cleaner (adjust amounts, start with 1/3 simple green and 2/3 water and go from there) Oxy-clean is good (not sure about non-toxic), but THE VERY BEST pre-treater is Castor & Pollux OUT SPOT! All natural, and great stain and odor remover, second would be biokleen BAC-OUT stain and odor eliminator, natural, non-toxic and biodegradable (live enzyne cultures and lime peel extract) both are available from drugstore.com and various other places. I stay well stocked on both! Cathy
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It's safe and non-toxic and it cleans great. But I would check with your local health department first. The manufacturer could probably email you a MSDS (material safety data sheet) to submit to your agency.
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Hi I just clean mine the same way I clean the wet container.... couple drops of soap with hot water and turn the machine on for 1 minute rinse and its good :)
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Hi. I had the same issue with smell. I did not run the machine right away. I took it out and cleaned the filter in Lysol and let it sit for about 30 mins. Then rinsed really well and put it back after it dried completely. There was a slight smell for a few days, but it has gone away. You may want to put it outside or wipe down with baking soda and water just to help get rid of the smell.
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It sounds as if you need to clean the filter. This vacuum is sop powerful for such A small appliance. I need to clean the filter very well after each use. I also put this filter in the washing machine about once a month and it comes out looking like a new filter. So, try emptying the filter more often.
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I have had mine for a year with no problems . love my machine. Have you contacted Amazon. If you have only had your machine for a short time you may be able to get a new one . so contact Amazon
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I've used vinegar and water to clean tile and had no problems with machine. Not used on wood floors.
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I also have this problem and I have two of these machines. It is horrible, I washed it and replaced the water and a few hours later the same smell and metallic taste, Im sick about it. I have been using this for my newborn for 2 months!! It is either the steel plate at the bottom or its the plastic, either way, its awful! I called the company and they said wash it out with vinegar, still doesn't work.
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Hi again Robin,Can you give any advice on how you used the steamer to clean your tub? I just finally tried mine out last night and it didn't really lift off the soap scum. Maybe it was just too much scum for it to handle?Also, it left residue from what it had picked up on the floor the first time. Any tips?Thanks for your advice!Renee
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Just a quick note - I have this Electrolux, hard wood floors, and a dog. I also have the Dyson "animal". I am STILL looking for a solution as neither of these do the job in spite of the expense and hype! If anyone out there has found a real solution - please share!
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This is the issue I had naturally with the machine and reservoir, thru no fault of my own. But i cleaned the machine by running 1/2 cup of vinegar to 8 cups of water twice until the reservoir starts filling again. Then flushed it 2 more times with just water to get the vinegar all out Good to do this 3-4 times a year in general. Good luck. Let me know.
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Yes, their filters have an awful smell when first opened and used. I have found this to be true for the 4 years I've owned the machine. Blueair claims the filters aren't toxic but I don't believe them. I let it un on speed 2 for 2 days when I know I won't be here and that helps air them out
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Is the machine new? If it's old, did you clean the machine and prep it for storage last year? If you didn't you can try the cleaning fluid or get some very hot distilled water and try to clear the machine. BTW, did you use distilled water last year? If you used tap water you may have scaling build up which may not be fixable.
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I think you have to look for a cleaner that specifically cleans plastic and not glass. I believe this brand and others make such a cleaner.
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I have a Bissel Little Green Machine that I have used for years cleaning the cat yak... It works great and completely cleans the mess. The only problem is after 7 years is has a bad smell because the inner workings can not be easily cleaned. I am looking to replace it just because of the smell.
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Sorry I just took out filter and wiped it. Did you call company. I was surprised it wasn't dirtier because I think that the dog hair around room is so much better since I got purifier.
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Best advice I can give is to get rid of it! Honestly the Bissell was the worst cleaner I have ever used.