2/24/2012

Panasonic MC-UL675 AeroSpin Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner with Dirt Sensor, Sherbert Blue Review

Panasonic MC-UL675 AeroSpin Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner with Dirt Sensor, Sherbert Blue
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The saleswoman at my Best Buy store recommended this vacuum to me based on the previous Panasonic that they used to stock. I guess she figured that if the old one was so wonderful this new one mush be as well.
I got it home and there were a few things that I really liked. The fact that it automatically adjusted for different carpet heights, the retractable cord and the fact that it said the dirt cup was anti-static so as to release the dirt easier when emptying.
What I soon found out was that this vacuum has quite a few short comings. It is very top heavy. When standing up on carpet, the slightest touch will make it tumble backwards. The retractable cord which I was excited about ended up being rather short. I was not even able to vacuum my entire (average size) master bedroom without having to unplug it to finish. The lights that are supposed to tell you if they floor is clean or dirty are annoying and I think really just a gimmick. The turbo brush is really in an awkward spot on the handle and while pushing the vacuum in the reclined position, the hose continually falls out of the grove meant to hold it.
I finally decided to return it and purchase a Healthy Home. To my surprise, it turned out that the Panasonic really wasn't even working to well. I was able to vacuum my whole house and the dirt cut was about 1/2 full. They next day when I used the Healthy Home, I had to empty it after only doing my family room.
Bottom line, Don't bother with this Panasonic.

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Equipped with AeroSpin technology, this bagless upright vacuum cleaner removes dirt from its filter every time it gets plugged in, ensuring constant, powerful suction. Its built-in electronic dirt sensor automatically detects dirt, and a selector switch makes it easy to choose between bare floors or carpet. The unit's carpet-height adjustment automatically adjusts to the proper setting for just about any carpet height, while its stretch hose, extension wand, and QuickDraw on-board tools allow instant access to above-floor cleaning. Tools include a dusting brush, crevice tool, and an air turbine--an air-powered brush for cleaning stairs, upholstery, and especially pet hair. The vacuum cleaner also provides an ergonomic and telescopic handle, fully adjustable to best fit the handle height to any user and those hard-to-reach places. In addition its dual HEPA filtration system helps control dust, and the large-capacity anti-static dirt cup with easy drop-down disposal eliminates the hassle of handling the filter. Other highlights include a 12 amp motor with motor protection, a wide cleaning path, a 15-inch nozzle, dual-edge cleaning, quiet operation, a 24-foot power cord, and an automatic cord reel that requires only a light touch to activate. The vacuum cleaner measures 16 by 13-1/2 by 36-1/6 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Hoover LINX Cordless Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery, 18-Volt, BH50000 Review

Hoover LINX Cordless Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery, 18-Volt, BH50000
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Based on a phone call to Hoover: If you want your battery to last and work properly do not store the battery on the charger or in the vacuum. Fully charge the battery and use it in the vacuum. If the battery runs out, fully charge it again (3 hours and a light on the charger will pulse when ready) and then store it separately. If the battery has not run out you can choose to recharge it so it fully loaded (again, take it off the charger when the light pulses) and then store it separately. Since a full charge only takes 3 hours an overnight charge is not recommended.

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2/23/2012

Electrolux Home Care 169B3 Superbroom Power Vacuum Review

Electrolux Home Care 169B3 Superbroom Power Vacuum
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Spell check, Amazon...good thing I knew what I was looking to buy! Great for my dorm room, which has flat indoor/outdoor carpet. Great for stairs and under furniture. I needed a lightweight compact vac with a brush roll--no vacuum I've ever owned has picked up on carpet without a brush. Converts to a hand vac easily, gets that tiny spiderweb on the ceiling with no problem.

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iRobot 530 Roomba Vacuuming Robot, White Review

iRobot 530 Roomba Vacuuming Robot, White
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If you are new to Roomba, you will wonder if it is worthwhile. The answer is clearly YES, since anything it cleans is that much less for you to clean. However, which is better, the old (and cheaper) Roomba, or the new models like the 530?
First, the 530 comes with the charging/base station, and this is very useful. I have placed this in the entranceway which leads into the livingroom, the kitchen or the bedroom. Using the virtual walls (included), I block off rooms so that it can only do the entranceway + 1 other room. I simply press the "Clean" button, and it backs itself off the charging stand and then spends the next 2 hours cleaning, finally returning to the charging stand. Nice!
Should you upgrade from an older model Roomba (I now use my old Roomba upstairs)? It depends on your situation. By-the-way, the old virtual walls do NOT work with the new Roomba.
New Roomba:
Fall down stairs? Never
Climb onto thick throw rugs?Sometimes
Effectiveness on hard floors? Excellent
Effectiveness on carpets? Good
Trap itself in electrical cords?No
Trap itself in carpet fringes?No
# rooms it can do at once? 2
Ease of emptying dirt?Fairly good
Scare cats and dogs?No
Clean under low furniture? Yes
Quietness? Fairly

Old Roomba:
Fall down stairs? Never
Climb onto thick throw rugs?Rarely
Effectiveness on hard floors? Excellent
Effectiveness on carpets? Good
Trap itself in electrical cords?Usually
Trap itself in carpet fringes?Always
# rooms it can do at once? 2
Ease of emptying dirt?Fair
Scare cats and dogs?No
Clean under low furniture? Yes
Quietness? Fairly
Edit: 1/8/10
Roomba DIED! Nine beeps. Can't say I am happy. I called iRobot and they say the issue is due to a defective bumper which is NOT fixable. Since my warranty is expired, they offered me a somewhat discount price on a new Roomba. I am not sure what I will do.
Edit: 5/7/10
There directions for a cheap (although complicated) repair for this problem in the posts below.

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With dramatically improved navigation, cleaning coverage, vacuum pickup, and particle filtration, the Roomba 530 vacuuming robot picks up amazing amounts of dirt and debris with the simple touch of a button. The powerful unit features innovative spinning side brushes that grab dirt and dust from corners and along wall edges, as well as two high-speed, counter-rotating brushes that pick up pet hair, cat litter, food crumbs, and other debris from floors. The vacuum sucks up the debris and deposits it into a large, easy-to-empty bagless dustbin, and its improved fine-filtration system traps dust, pollen, and other allergens inside the unit, reducing infiltration into the living environment.
For added convenience, the vacuum's cleaning head automatically adjusts to transition from wood, tile, and linoleum to carpets and rugs, while improved anti-tangle technology ensures it won't get stuck on cords and rug fringe. If the unit begins to pick up a cord or carpet tassel, it will automatically reverse the direction of its brushes to extract the item. A gentle-touch bumper system senses obstacles so the vacuum automatically slows its approach, gently touches the obstacle, then redirects to continue cleaning under or around the object. Because it cleans under beds, couches, and other hard-to-reach areas, it actually vacuums more of the floor than a standard upright can. The vacuum also senses dirtier areas and spends more time cleaning them, and it uses built-in cliff sensors to avoid stairs and other drop-offs. In addition, invisible barriers can be set using the unit's Virtual Wall system. To mark off-limit areas, simply place a Virtual Wall at a doorway or other opening and adjust the infrared beam setting to the distance of the opening. The unit automatically detects the beam and will not cross it.
The vacuuming robot returns to its self-charging Home Base to dock and recharge between cleaning cycles or when the battery starts to run low. Its advanced power system consists of a fast-charging battery, a three-hour charger, and a power source that supercharges the unit for up to 120 minutes of continuous cleaning, covering about three to four average-size rooms on a single charge. Other accessories include two Virtual Walls (that require two D batteries each), a brush cleaning tool, and an extra filter. The vacuuming robot measures 16-3/4 by 21 by 5 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.
Yes, It Really Works This smart, powerful, and autonomous vacuum features iRobot's proven and patented three-stage cleaning system. First, innovative spinning side brushes grab dirt and debris from corners and along wall edges, then two high-speed, counter-rotating brushes pick up pet hair, food crumbs, and other debris. The powerful vacuum sucks up the debris and deposits it into a large, easy-to-empty bagless dustbin. The improved fine-filtration system traps dust, pollen, and other allergens inside the robot, reducing infiltration into your living environment. The cleaning head automatically adjusts to transition from wood, tile, and linoleum to carpets and rugs. Improved anti-tangle technology ensures it won't get stuck on cords and rug fringe. If Roomba begins to pick up a cord or carpet tassel, it will automatically reverse the direction of its brushes to extract the item. Roomba senses dirtier areas and spends more time cleaning them, and it uses built-in cliff sensors to avoid stairs and other drop-offs. When the job is done, Roomba returns to its self-charging Home Base to dock and recharge between cleaning cycles or when the battery is running low.

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2/22/2012

Haan FS-30 Steam Cleaning Floor Sanitizer Review

Haan FS-30 Steam Cleaning Floor Sanitizer
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I have allergies. I also love to clean(Don't ask) It took me awhile to warm up to a steam mop. But I was surprised. I mopped the night before and then the next morning I used my new steam mop. I was amazed how much more grime I got up. Plus you can wash the pads. My swiffer had those throw away pads. Which I hated because I hate contributing to too much trash. No chemicals which is great for my allergies. Plus just knowing hot steam is hitting my floor makes me know more germs and grime have been knocked out. I really like it. My husband even thinks the floors feel different. I also think it makes cleaning more fun. Only complaint is the cord should be longer.

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Dirt Devil M085850 Featherlite Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner Review

Dirt Devil M085850 Featherlite Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner
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All vacuums have an air exhaust somewhere on them. Incredibly, the Dirt Devil designers placed their's right up front just below the headlight, so air blows hard on the floor directly in front of the vacuuum. Anything loose (e.g., dog hair, dust, paper, grass, etc.) is blown away BEFORE you can reach it with the vacuum. Vacuuming with the Dirt Devil becomes a game of chase. Good luck as you try to sneak up on the dirt before its blown away from the vacuum. (Don't even TRY to use this lemon on a tile floor!) No wonder I got this on sale for 60 bucks. Looks like it's time for the Dirt Devil company to go in the dustbin.

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Along with powerful cleaning capabilities, this full-size, bagless, upright vacuum cleaner features a lightweight design that makes it easy to push or carry. Its stair-cleaning handle provides added convenience when cleaning the stairs, while the on-board hose and tools offer extended cleaning reach for above-floor cleaning and hard-to-reach places. The unit also includes Microfresh filtration, which traps up to 99 percent of dust and allergens that pass through the filter. In addition, the unit's bagless technology means no more bags to buy, and its no-hassle, clean-release dirt container empties quickly and keeps hands away from dirt. The vacuum cleaner measures 12-1/2 by 12 by 44-1/2 inches and carries a one-year warranty.

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2/21/2012

Reliable Enviromate Tandem EV1 Steam Vacuum Review

Reliable Enviromate Tandem EV1 Steam Vacuum
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This was the first steam cleaner machine I have ever purchased. I have used an upright cleaning machine with rotating cleaning heads for years and wanted to try a new approach to cleaning carpet and upholstery using only steam. When I first opened the box I was amazed at how many attachments there were and the handy bag they all fit into.
The machine is a very well built. It generates steam in only a few minutes. The suction power of the vacuum seems very adequate to pull up the water. This makes for a very short drying time. Cleaning the machine after use is also simple. The design allows for a very thorough wipe down to keep the machine in top working order.
The numerous upholstery attachments is where this machine really excels. I cleaned two swivel rockers that had numerous inset buttons on the back of the chairs. The alternate attachments made even these hard to reach areas come out looking great.
In cleaning larger areas like carpets, the machine seems to lack in keeping up with adequate steam. But if you slow your cleaning strokes down it does a pretty decent job. Using my old upright cleaning machine always left more water in the carpet than I liked. This will never be a problem with this machine. I was amazed at how much carpet area I could clean with so very little water.
It would be helpful if the owner's operating manual would include cleaning hints or techniques to get the most out of this machine with the varies types of cleaning surfaces it can tackle.
All in all, I would definitely recommend this machine. The quality of the vacuum/boiler and attachments are well made and in comparison to the price of other steam cleaners is worth considering this machine at its price.


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