dyson question

[vacuumfreeeke]

I picked my Dyson up last night I picked my Dyson up by the handle on the dirt bin (I thought it was designed for that, someone correct me if I'm wrong please). When I did, I noticed that there was a bit of play in it... either more than before or I just noticed it. Is that normal, or is it just something that gets worse over time? I am going to go to a store and try to move a new one up and down a little bit and see how much play it has in it. I don't like it, but I guess if it doesn't hurt the performance I'll live with it.

Thanks

 

[vintagehoover]

All Dyson uprights since the 14 have this feature.

 

[aeoliandave]

Forgive me if I'm thinking along the wrong path, I don't know Dysons well but I do have a DC07 that I like quite a bit. I'll have to look at a later model at Sears but...

Are you referring to the secondary paddle under the bin carry handle? When you pick up the Dyson by the bin handle to carry it the secondary paddle lifts and prevents the bin release latch from inadvertently engaging, preventing a potentially catastrophic accident.

Or do you mean your entire bin has play in it when you lift to carry? My bin has maybe 1/32" play when hefted thus.

Dave

 

[vintagehoover]

Hi Dave,

the late DC07s, like the one you've pictured, have this sprung secondary paddle. The bin on the DC07 itself has no play (or it shouldn't!!).

However, from the DC14 onwards, the whole bin is 'sprung'. It makes the cleaner more comfortable to carry.

 

[williamr1248]

Dyson question

I have had several CLOSE calls with when carrying my Dyson. The entire front part comes off in my hand. I NEVER carry the machine up or down a flight of stairs by the carry handle. I always have one hand on the top handle and the other hand on the bottom of the machine which isn't easy with the bulk and weight of the machine. I don't want to take another chance of the machine coming apart and damaging my machine. The Dyson would not be a good choise for a older person or a slight person or someone with a lot of stairs.

 

[vintagehoover]

Rob, your experiences with Dyson continue to baffle me!

 

[williamr1248]

Dyson question

Jack,
I refuse to give up on the Dyson! I had it happen 2 times. The first time I was carrying down the stairs and it came apart and the second time I was moving it while using the tools.
I also had a piece of the dust bin break when I was emptying the bin. The first Dyson I tried ruined a dining room rug. Do you think the Dyson is trying to tell me something-just kidding.
I am very careful with my machines so I was surprised to have problems. They are such interesting vacuums to use.
I did see a smaller version at the store that looked like it would not be so heavy and bulky to use.
I appreciate all the information you share on the Forum about the Dysons.
Rob

 

[filterqueen83]

Yes

Dyson is trying to tell you that they suck. I know they are cool and all fancy and British. But as a owner of several British cars they have all left me some what disappointing. Yes my Jag was sexy and cool but its problems and constant maintenance were awful. A friend of mine once told me the reason the British do not make computers is because it is nearly impossible to make them leak oil lol. Just so you know I am British of grandparents and father. I spent 12 years in Kensington I attended St Charles for several years and late moved back to the states with my parents. So please do not be offended those who are of British decent it was meant as a joke.

Below is my dysonesk machine lol

 

[seamusuk]

To be correct..

In my opinion

Yes Dyson is a British Company...
Yes its Designed in Britian....

However...

It is NOT a British machine- its not built here.

IMHO the only machines that can claim to be British are made by Numatic(think Henry etc)- and before anyone points it out I do know they use imported parts but its as close as ya get!

Seamus

 

[retardturtle]

just cause it looks good to ya...dont mean its good for ya...words to live by..trust me on this one.

 

[kenmore81]

The Henry vacs are very durable, we have several here at the hospital and they sure take a beating. One Henry is about 15 years old and has needed nothing but a plug or 2.

 

[williamr1248]

Dyson question

Don't you think it's exciting that there is ONE company out there that is doing new invnovative designs? That's what interests me about the Dyson. It's so different from other machines. I really don't think as a COLLECTOR I am a fair judge because as I told Jack I take good care of my machines.
I love my pink Dyson just because it is so different.
If I had to use it every day I would hate the machine and forget trying to use the dusting tools although they do have terrific suction.

 

[rolls_rapide]

What I don't care for in Dysons

Is the protruding, 'sticky-out' bits in the design.

Several times the flex has become entangled in wheels (DC15), undercarriage (DC15), lower flex storage hooks (DC15).

The air ducts at the sides of the DC15 make it impossible to approach the kitchen cabinets side on.

They're not as streamlined as some machines from other manufacturers.

 

[vibragroomer]

That's what I like

about British designs that I seen on here. They're very streamlined and sleek. Many American designed machines (Bissell, Hoover, etc.) can be very clunky looking, especially the way the hose and attachments are incorporated. I'm assuming they are designed in the U. S. At least they're designed for the U. S. market. I guess I've never purchased a Dyson because it always looked kind of over done and gimmicky. However, I am considering a DC17 if I can find a good deal on one.

 

[vacuumfreeeke]

Thanks for responding... I think it's normal now. Yes, it's the entire bin that moves when I lift by the carry handle atop the bin. I just thought it had too much play in it, but maybe it's OK. Still haven't made it into a store to try out a new one, but will soon!