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(More customer reviews)I had such great expectations for this unit after reading the description. And it would be great if the unit I received lived up to the claims made for this product. But it was not to be.
First of all- It states that once the unit heats up "a steam-on-demand trigger with a continuous-steam locking switch.."- therein lies the problem with at least what I received.
First-it's far from a "continuous-stream of steam that is produced- it sputters,and then may have a burst of steam, then sputters again. I tested the temp of the steam during several bursts of steam- it varies- anywhere from 90 degrees to 140 degrees. Anything over 110 degrees-if remains constant while steaming- is good for killing most germs. Being that this was inconsistent- hard to believe the product description-
"Using pure and natural penetrating steam, the unit removes stubborn stains, dirt, and grime from sinks and tubs; sanitizes floors; reduces smoke and other odors from drapes and upholsteries; reduces allergens such as dust mites and pet dander; and saves money on cleaning supplies--no more harsh cleaners or protective rubber gloves needed." HA! Not the unit I received.
The other problem noted quick fast-is that "on-demand" trigger- it sticks- making it very tricky to shut off, considering if your one hand is being used to wipe or scrub down the area you are cleaning, you have to drop that and fumble around with this trigger to get it finally to go off. Poor design.
Of the few areas that I attempted to clean-and none that really impressed me- and this is just a guess is that the problem lies with an inconsistent temp for the steam- as you really have to do a lot of scrubbing on your own to lift even the easiest of grime areas from the tub
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This is not a unit that I would say would make me throw out my current, unfortunately, chemical cleaners, of which I would be so happy to do -some day.
Needless to say- this product is in the process of being returned.
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Equipped with a powerful 1500-watt heating system, this environmentally friendly steam cleaner heats up in about six or seven minutes and offers a chemical-free way to clean throughout the house. Using pure and natural penetrating steam, the unit removes stubborn stains, dirt, and grime from sinks and tubs; sanitizes floors; reduces smoke and other odors from drapes and upholsteries; reduces allergens such as dust mites and pet dander; and saves money on cleaning supplies--no more harsh cleaners or protective rubber gloves needed. The unit works with regular tap water, and its 33-ounce water tank provides approximately 30 minutes of continuous steam. Other highlights include a "heating" indicator light, a steam-on-demand trigger with a continuous-steam locking switch, a flexible 1-2/5-foot steam hose, and a 12-4/5-foot power cord. Best of all, the steam cleaner offers the convenience and portability of a handheld unit with the power and versatility of a full-size machine--its comfortable shoulder strap and lightweight design make it possible to transport the unit from room to room with graceful ease. Accessories include a 16-ounce measuring cup, two extension wands, a jet nozzle, a nozzle tip, a nylon brush for general cleaning, a brass brush for tough areas like barbecue grills, a removable utility head, and a cloth cover to clean and sanitize hard floors. The steam cleaner measures 14 by 6-8/9 by 8-2/3 inches (excluding the hose and handle) and carries a one-year limited warranty.
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