hybearn8er

You can try vinager and water and use the steam burst over a sink , I put hot water from the tap in a bottle and let it cool to fill my iron and don't have problems.I figure the hot water already left the minerals an stuff in the bottom of the hot water heater.

winia

The solution to the problem is not to use the steam part of the iron.

TexasSunshine

I do the same as Neesie except I filter my water since we are on a community well and have extremely soft water. I prefer to use a spray bottle.

mary123

Thanks for taking to time to answer my question.
Appreciate your help!

ManiacQuilter2

I have own nothing but Rowenta since I start quilting in the early 80s. Never had rust come out. I never emptied the tank but normally is was emptied anyway from all the ironing. I would certainly call customer support to see what they can tell you. You might have to start using a spray bottle instead of putting water in the tank.

coopah

My Rowenta used to spit out lime from the tapwater!! Which is the correct water for my model. The directions that come with these irons are pretty specific about the water to use and how to clean them. If you don't have the directions, definitely call customer service before trying to clean it with vinegar. My Rowenta gets plently hot and it's been around and used frequently for over 10 years.