How hot does the steam heat to? Does tap water or distilled water work?
631604
The bissell steam sweeper works better with distilled water as for the steam heat its pretty hot not sure what temperature
631605
I will not recommend this product as there is a defect in manufacturing. Water keeps getting into the electrical systems and blows up the whole machine. While Bissell gave me a new one, I suffered the safe fate with the new one. And now that lies in my garage and all that mone wated. DO NOT BUY!!!!
363950
Plain tap water works just fine, main thing to keep in mind is to make sure the temperature is agreeable, and that the sensation takes some getting used to. Make sure you have a few hours in close proximity to a bathroom to make sure you expel everything.
1586053
i use Purified water. I don't recommend using Tap water. Haven't tried distilled.
4977
I don't know. Our water has a high mineral content and I only use distilled water in my personal steamer and my steam iron as well. I have not had any problems with either of these so I think the distilled water is a good choice and it is very inexpensive because the steamer uses so little water anyway.
163427
It does not produce hot water or steam, but I already knew that before I bought it. Regardless, if you put hot faucet water in there it works perfectly fine. This cleaner did wonders on my berber carpeting.
62753
The steam gets fairly hot. However, not hot enough to burn. In addition to steaming my hair, I also use it for a facial.
1625280
Instructions for the iron suggest tap water or a mix of 50/50 tap and distilled. There is no discussion of water types. I would definitely us the 50/50 with your hard water. Be sure to release the steam when you shut it off. Even though I have very good water, I still raise iron above my head hoping water will drain out of iron and hose.
223608
I have an instant hot water tap that produces water @ 185 degrees in a few seconds. Most tap water is about 100 to 120. Suggest that you boil water for this in microwave. Hotter hydrates faster.
1811997
I use tap water. It says distilled is better but i haven't had any issues. Been using it weekly since i got it about 5 months ago
395713
We use distilled water. I'm not sure you have to, but it seems as though it's always better for the iron. We get plenty of steam and use rather a small amount of water, now that I think of it. We're very happy with the iron.
1052122
Fill the small cup (that comes with it) to the water line. Takes 10 to 20 minutes to get ready. Steam is only 135 degrees at the hottest. I was disappointed with the steam.
1319056
It should be good steady steam. Make sure you are using tap water as the directions state.
1097760
i have been using tap water with not problems. I'm sure it would be better to use distilled water in any iron however, as any tap water is going to have some minerals that build up on heating elements.
189411
Do NOT use hot tap water. It comes from the hot water tank - think about it. That should never be used for drinking. Boil the water in a kettle instead.
326643
Using tap water will eventually crystalize and impair the steam mechanism. Yes, this has happened to me and I now have a useless steamer. Several all night soaks with vinegar and hours of heating the vinegar in the steamer have not adequately removed the crystallization and made the steamer functional again. I'm shopping for another steamer right now, and I will absolutely use distilled water in it.
2122160
Distilled water is best. If your tap water is low in minerals, it should work fine.
279855
I have used regular tap water. It stands-up just like a full-sized iron. It's hot and steams great. The water reservoir has to be refilled often because it is small. You will love this product!