Those whom have read my initial thread to this forum, know that I purchased a Kirby G4. Unfortunately, I did not know what I was getting myself into when I bought it from a "reputable" seller on Ebay.
The thing is a wreck. The seller purposely used specific camera angles to try and hide problems. To start, the thing came in a broken and busted box, held together with tape. On top of that, as soon as I got the Mini-Mtor and bag out, I realized something very bad. HUGE chunks of dirt fell out. I mean, it was significant. This 100% certified seller didn't even have the courtesy to clean it out. Also, they took FOUR days to ship this thing, and they can't even get the packaging right.
The next problem I noticed, was the headlamp cover, and the handle. Both are off a bit, and shaking. Not good.
So I turned the thing on, thinking those were the only problems. Boy was I wrong. The power button has sunk into the chassis slightly. I can get it fixed, but it is not pleasant. As soon as I turn it on, loud abrasive noises. There is a huge sucking noise before I lower the nozzle. I continue to lower the nozzle to match the carpet, then engage the powerdrive. The powerdrive makes a strange noise, not the worst, but not the best. Could use an oil-ing and service at a repair store, I thought.
Then, I realized the vacuum was leaning to the right. I check the front right wheel. The wheel chassis bar is fractured and oxidized. No fix could help this. It could not be welded, taped, or glued if I even tried. This is when I almost broke down into tears. My birthday gift was a disaster. The thing is covered in aluminum oxide and blemishes, luckily not many scratches.
The thing can barely suck, a little handheld vacuum can outperform it, made by Oreck. I took off the nozzle, to see what was wrong. The fan is completely covered in hair, dust, and grease. I do notice, that the gray lexan fan has been replaced with a kevlar fan, but right now just about any other fan would be nice. I have no idea how I can clean this thing without taking it apart, if you guys have any ideas, let me know. I already tried vacuuming and blowing it out, to little success.
So here I am, sitting in shame over my purchase. I could return it, 14 day money back guarantee, but I would feel wrong. This poor vacuum, put through so much abuse. I couldn't bring myself to do it, which leaves one option, take it to a repair store. The wheel chassis is the biggest problem.
After a few hours of thinking, and sadness, I find out what I could do. Look for the wheel chassis bar online, and BOOM! I got it for 17 bucks. It only solves one issue, but the vacuum should be functional.
The whole vacuum could use a servicing, and there is a good place in Tucson. The only problem, is I have a limited income, being only 15 years old.
Do any of you guys have advice for how I can clean the fan, or perhaps oil (if that is what should be done) the techdrive?
Please assist.
The thing is a wreck. The seller purposely used specific camera angles to try and hide problems. To start, the thing came in a broken and busted box, held together with tape. On top of that, as soon as I got the Mini-Mtor and bag out, I realized something very bad. HUGE chunks of dirt fell out. I mean, it was significant. This 100% certified seller didn't even have the courtesy to clean it out. Also, they took FOUR days to ship this thing, and they can't even get the packaging right.
The next problem I noticed, was the headlamp cover, and the handle. Both are off a bit, and shaking. Not good.
So I turned the thing on, thinking those were the only problems. Boy was I wrong. The power button has sunk into the chassis slightly. I can get it fixed, but it is not pleasant. As soon as I turn it on, loud abrasive noises. There is a huge sucking noise before I lower the nozzle. I continue to lower the nozzle to match the carpet, then engage the powerdrive. The powerdrive makes a strange noise, not the worst, but not the best. Could use an oil-ing and service at a repair store, I thought.
Then, I realized the vacuum was leaning to the right. I check the front right wheel. The wheel chassis bar is fractured and oxidized. No fix could help this. It could not be welded, taped, or glued if I even tried. This is when I almost broke down into tears. My birthday gift was a disaster. The thing is covered in aluminum oxide and blemishes, luckily not many scratches.
The thing can barely suck, a little handheld vacuum can outperform it, made by Oreck. I took off the nozzle, to see what was wrong. The fan is completely covered in hair, dust, and grease. I do notice, that the gray lexan fan has been replaced with a kevlar fan, but right now just about any other fan would be nice. I have no idea how I can clean this thing without taking it apart, if you guys have any ideas, let me know. I already tried vacuuming and blowing it out, to little success.
So here I am, sitting in shame over my purchase. I could return it, 14 day money back guarantee, but I would feel wrong. This poor vacuum, put through so much abuse. I couldn't bring myself to do it, which leaves one option, take it to a repair store. The wheel chassis is the biggest problem.
After a few hours of thinking, and sadness, I find out what I could do. Look for the wheel chassis bar online, and BOOM! I got it for 17 bucks. It only solves one issue, but the vacuum should be functional.
The whole vacuum could use a servicing, and there is a good place in Tucson. The only problem, is I have a limited income, being only 15 years old.
Do any of you guys have advice for how I can clean the fan, or perhaps oil (if that is what should be done) the techdrive?
Please assist.
