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    WANTED: Sebo Felix

    Hi, I am looking to purchase a Sebo Felix. I don't want to drop $700 so if anyone has one they would like to sell, please email me at David.kearby@gmail.com Thanks, David
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    Maytage 1200 Specs

    Does anyone have specs on the Maytag 1200 such as airflow at the head, etc? There really isn't much out there on the Maytag models. Thanks, David
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    Disappointed in My Maytag 1200

    I decided to do a version of the flour test to see how well my Sebo D4Premium, Maytag 1200, and Kirby Ultimate Diamond Edition deep clean. I have an area rug on top of carpeting that also sits on a rug mat that keeps it from moving around and bunching. I put some baking soda down on the rug mat...
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    Wessel-Werk HEB 160 Handheld Electric Brush WWHEB160

    Can I use the Wessel-Werk HEB 160 Handheld Electric Brush WWHEB160 on a Sebo or Maytag? How does it get power?
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    Maytag 1200 and Floating Position

    I have to say, it is frustrating to vacuum under furniture with the Maytag, To lower the cleaner to the floor, one has to step on and hold the pedal in place until the vacuum is lowered enough that it unlocks. I find I have to push the vacuum quite low to get it to unlock and lie flat which is...
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    Tacony Tandem Air Suction Not Too Great

    I have noticed on my Maytag 1200 the suctions through the hose is not all that great. Once I extend the wand and and add the dusting brush I can definitely tell the difference. The suction just isn't on par with my Sebo D4 premium. In fact, the suction is about as good as the suction I get if I...
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    Who Owns Fuller Brush Company?

    I have read online that Tacony owns Fuller however, the Fuller Brush Company Wikki page states it is owned by Victory Park Capital. Any ideas why there is this discrepancy?
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    Canisters that Agitate

    Does anyone know why canister vacuums with a PN don't seem to agitate very well? For example, my Sebo D4 Premium has an excellent brush roll but it doesn't cause the carpet to vibrate the way the Kirby and Maytag 1200 do. There is a bit of agitation but nothing compare to the above mentioned...
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    UGH

    I wrote a post and forgot there is a two-step process to post and lost it. Well, won't be writing it again. Does anyone know if there is a way to get an email is someone has replied to one of my posts? Thanks, David
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    Maytag/Riccar/Simplicity What Setting Best for Carpets

    I have found it really tough to know which setting is best for my carpets. The Maytag has 6 settings and there are so many types of carpets, what the heck is low, medium, and high? Most of my carpets are cheap builder quality that have a slight pile to them. They aren't flat but not real plush...
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    Maytag M1200 Impression and Ratings

    I have posted quite a but on the Maytag 1200. Below I will summarize my options and rate several aspects of the vacuum on a scale from 1-5, 1 being the lowest score and 5 being the highest. Remember, these are my opinions based on the way I use the vacuum in my home. You may have a different...
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    Someone who knows about Riccar/Maytag

    I saw a video on youtube that showed a Riccar that had a fluted brush roll that is supposed to provide more agitation than the regular metal brush roll. Question, will the fluted brush roll fit the Maytag M1200?
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    Kirby Heritage II

    Growing up, my grandfather had a Heritage II and I remember loving that machine. I could barely push it but there was something about it that was so appealing. My love of vacuums started with the Heritage. Shame, a piece of plastic on the side of the brush roll broke so he put the Kirby out to...
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    Maytag 1200 Compared to Riccar/Simplicity

    Which Riccar/Simplicity model is the Maytag M1200 most like? Also, who actually sells these machines? I mean, if it is under warranty and needs to be replaced, is it replaced by Tacony or Maytag?
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    Sebo so expensive in the US.

    When I purchased my SEBO D4 Premium it was, I believe, $899 or maybe $799. Either way, that is significantly more than it costs in the UK, even when you take exchange rates into account. Now, since they have come out with the E series, the D series has jumped in price and the D4 Premium is...
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    Why So Many Models?

    Why do vacuum manufacturers produce so many models? Perhaps if they focused on a few, they would get the quality right. I mean, I can't even keep Miele straight. There are so many canisters with different options, better build quality, and power heads it boggles my mind. Sebo isn't quite as bad...
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    Changes I Would Make to my Maytag 1200

    I am sure many of you have noticed I have posted several threads today. Please, if you aren't interested, don't read them. This is my only vacuum "outlet" as I don't know anyone who likes vacuums. As I have mentioned before, I really like my Maytag 1200, however there are changes I would make...
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    Create a Vacuum

    If you could request a vacuum with all the features and design elements from various vacuums, what would you include? For me, there always seems to be a trade off. No one vacuum has it all. For example, I really like SEBO's simplicity of use and the ability to pull the brush roll out in seconds...
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    Kirby Diamond vs. Maytage M1200 Tandem Air

    While I know this isn't a scientific test I decided to try to determine which machine has more airflow - the Kirby Diamond or the Maytag M1200 Tandem. I used a toilet paper roll to see which vacuum it stuck to. It was a bit difficult because airflow depend on many things including the height of...
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    Watts vs. Amps

    Why do American vacuums list amps while European vacuums list watts. For example, my SEBO D4 Premium, I believe, is 1300 watts, however, my new Maytag is 12.5 watts. What is the difference? I looked on the ration plate of my Kirby Diamond Edition and it doesn't list watts or amps.
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