Is the steam hot? It needs to be to effective clean right?
1376661
Yes, it's very hot. It would definitely scald you or damage certain surfaces if you're using the wrong setting for the type of surface you're cleaning. It has temperature settings for the different floor types (wood floors you use a lower setting so it doesn't damage the finish, whereas tile floors you can clean full blast.) It's very effective at cleaning.
1376662
It has a device inside that gets it hot once it's plugged in. I've had it for a while now and find it to be a great cleaner. I use it to clean other things and not just floors. It steams clothes nicely too!
1376663
Yes it is very hot - even the low setting. You would get burnt if you put you hands or other body part right within the steam path.
1376664
The steam is hot. I'm not sure what you mean by effective clean. It cleans great.
1172567
You need to select one of the buttons (15 min, 30 min, etc). It will not look like much when it is steaming, but it is working.
1904358
I Ordered the portable steam over a year ago and the steam maker was nothing more than a crock pot that never got hot enough. I bought a portable steam cleaner and hooked it up to the hose and it works great. Also the chair that came with it is usless for an adult. i am saving it for my grandaughter when we go the park. Good luck.
1805933
so far, mine has been fine but i did read a few reviews that others had this problem before i got the hang of it, had trouble closing it and figuring out the steam non-steam valve and it would not even go on but subsequently - after getting help from my grand-daughter it is fine. is there a problem with closing and/or the gasket - is it clean?
587936
I haven't had any problems with corners, I assume you're talking about the 90 degree corners in a rectangular room, not nooks like behind a toilet. The steam seems to spread pretty evenly. That's just my experience; haven't really had any problems with the cleaning aspect. See my review for more details about other issues.
531815
The manual says that everything needs to be upright to steam properly, however I have used it in this fashion and while you're taking a risk of burning yourself, I've been able to do it just fine. Just know that's not how it's desigend to be used.
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.
528416
Keep in mind, you're boiling water to make steam with this device. It will collect minerals that will hamper its performance over time, especially if you use tap water. I wouldn't call that dirty, though. The temperature to which the water must be heated to boil will kill most any germ you might worry about.
1767309
It steams very well, but I have already sold it. Overall, it was a good steamer.
1078302
The only steam I see is when I open it to empty/refill. I suppose it depends on the temperature you keep the water at after bringing it to a boil: we keep it at 195F. So far, we're very happy with our purchase - instant hot water all day, without much maintenance and, it appears, without much impact on the electric bill (i.e. it seems to be well insulated).
1426667
Is a very iffy proposition, for there is a good chance it might cause some discolorations. Steam can be tricky when not used on already tested surfaces. The part about clean and sanitize, it will do that with no problems. Best of lucks.
395487
If you do not press the steam button there will not be steam. However using the steam button will give you a professional result. PS. I love my Rowenta!
582469
mine is cool.The steam is not very big，only can wet a small space.But it is enough to me.
1187384
It gets pretty hot. You have to be careful with more delicate fabrics, but this is a very nice steamer. As far as using it without steam, I really don't think so.
300684
I returned it before I ever had to clean it. It did not steam to my satisfaction.
930758
my experience is there is extra scrubbing involved, but the steam is helpful
909097
I have used it virtually everyday for the past several months and have never had a problem. No concern of burning from the steam whatsoever. Cheers!!