ordered a quantum

[vacfan1982]

I agree it's better than cyclonic vacs. I would like to try one. Do you find them heavy when the basin is full of water? To me the Rainbow looks a bit bulky? If I see a used one going for a reasonable price I might be tempted.

 

[honestjoe68]

Hi guys!

I don’t own any water filtration Vacuums but after watching the Quantum Vacuum video posted by @n0oxy, I’m confused by your comment about drywall dust....

In the video they pick up what looks to be baking soda powder type rug freshener and household dust, etc. I know drywall dust can be a bit finer, but it’s being whooshed into Water, so why can’t you vacuum up drywall dust?

Does it state in the instruction manuals for Rainbow, Sirena or Quantum to NOT vacuum drywall dust or cold fireplace ash?

No shade, NO insult as I LOVE these water filtration Vacuums and I’m going to pick one soon to buy.. I’m just curious as it seems the water filtration would be the ONLY vacuum to use for fine dust, plaster or otherwise?

Lastly I LOVE how Quantum explains the definition of “Suction vs Airflow” Lol soooo true!

One other thing I’m curious about.. again NO shade lol
Has anyone done a particulate air quality meter at the exhaust of a Quantum (since it’s hot no HEPA) and does it blow a zero? Thanks guys and Congrats to those who own these awesome Vacuums! I’m becoming a fan quickly from all your guys information.. thanks!
[this post was last edited: 2/17/2018-18:49]

 

[dysonman1]

Water filtration has a hard time with greasy dust like road dust, ashes, etc. Talc is a great example of greasy dust. They call that dust “non-wettable”. Cyclonic filtration also has a very hard time with it. Both the Dyson Cinetic as well as the Vacuflo central vacuum recommend against picking up these types of dusts.

 

[n0oxy]

quantum and dry wall dust

The Quantum manual specifically advises against vacuuming this type of dust. On the Sirena's web site, it mentions that if this kind of dust is vacuumed it will be handled by the secondary Hepa filter. I would have to check the Rainbow's manual to see if it is mentioned there but again, it would probably be trapped by the exhaust Hepa filter. Fortunately this kind of thing should not have to be vacuumed up frequently, if someone does a lot of work where this is required, getting a vacuum specifically designed for it is the best option.
Mike

 

[tolivac]

I have a few Rainbow vacuums and they warn you not to use the vacuum to pick up ashes,flour,plaster dust.these are non wettable and will pass thru the water filter as one Kirby salesman showed me.the few times I used the Rainbows dumpted the water bin outside-NOT in thetoilet or any other indoor plumbing fixture.If you have to dump that way-use a sink strainer to catch the debris so it doesn't go down the drain and cause future clogs-esp in apartment house buildings.I plumber showed me a couple VERY worn rooter blades that were used to clean the plumbing of a house where the householder dumpted the Rainbow bin down the drains or potty.I have a septic tank so I can't dump vacuum cleaner waste down the drain.I dump the bins outside.This could be hard for someone who lives in an apartment.

 

[honestjoe68]

This random thought came to mind regarding the Riccar Premium Vibrance R20P I Bought and after checking the official Riccar website again, I had to Lol.... speaking of vacuuming up Flour!

I’d definitely change the bag RIGHT AFTER doing this.. if I even did it! Probable do what most rational people do .. swipe it off the counter into the trash can with a damp paper towel! Lol

 

[tolivac]

If you picked up a LOT of flour as in the picture-you should replace the bag.The bag poers can get clogged with the flour-esp if the bag is paper.

 

[honestjoe68]

@n0oxy

FYI... I’m really very sorry if I got this thread sidetracked to a totally different topic with my questions. I’m still very new to Vacuumland.org so if I get too enthusiastic or too vocal, PLEASE let me know as I do NOT want to cause problems or annoy any other members!

I am very passionate about vacuum cleaners, so I tend to get excited and ramble on when given an opportunity (that in real life is very rare) to discuss this passion and hobby.

Thank you, Patrick

 

[n0oxy]

oh it's fine

I think we're all passionate about vacuums here, it's fairly common for threads to take interesting twists and turns, no big deal.
Regarding dumping my water filtration machines, I live in a second floor apartment so I don't want to carry that down two flights of stairs and then out the building door. So far dumping it down the toilet has not been a problem. It sounds like vacuuming up those kinds of powders will cause problems for just about every kind of vacuum. I remember seeing a manual for a wet dry vac where they also warn you not to vacuum that kind of thing unless you are using a filter designed for it, I'm not sure how the filters are made differently for those kinds of machines to filter out those kinds of powders but I guess they do exist.
Mike

 

[kirbyvertibles]

Mike, I can tell you that I'm quite pleased with the performance of the Quantum power nozzle in deep pile carpet. I have one large room with shag carpeting and I was pleased. I do wish the hose had an on/off for the power nozzle but its not really a big deal. I love my Quantum and would buy another in a heartbeat.

 

[n0oxy]

yes it's a great machine

Agreed, I think it cleans as good as a Rainbow, and you can't beat the price for what is included. Now my next task is to get a Ritello.
Mike

 

[rainbowguy2016]

quantum vacuum

Does the Quantum vacuum have more airflow then the Rainbow?

 

[n0oxy]

Quantum airflow

I don't have a meter but based on the speed that it spins a turbine brush, the cleaning power is very similar to the Rainbow, the machine cleans very well.
Mike