Researching Vacuums

[countrydirt]

We are in need of a new vacuum, I am trying to figure out what ones would be most fitting for our household. Major problems in the past related to buildup of dog hair on the roller, We were able to have this fixed on the hoover that we had until the part was no longer available. Also, have kids vacuuming so want one that will not suffer severe damage if they vacuum up pennies, stones, ect. If I am understanding what I have read so far that means a I need a bi-pass type cleaner not a direct air... HOw do I know what kind they are? We have berber type carpeting, lots of sand, hay, grass clippings, these come in on the dog and kids, they are small pieces but really stick to the carpeting.

I want a bagged type have been looking for info on maytag m700, hoovers, I want something that will be able to clean up our carpeting. looking for ideas under $500.

 

[stricklybojack]

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Here is a very good bypass vacuum at a great price.

http://www.discountcleaningproducts...4VqQZcA4p0Mt0Z-BRnMen2kND8ZjZu0hpcRoChcrw_wcB

 

[vintagerepairer]

We have a newer version of this cleaner in the UK. They are very heavy to lift, but super light to move and clean like no other upright I know of in all my years.

http://www.janitorialdirect.co.uk/truvox-single-motor-upright-vacuum-vsmu.html

 

[eurekaprince]

Consumer Reports tests gave high marks to the red Hoover WindTunnel Max Upright. Excellent carpet cleaner and has an onboard mini turbo tool to clean pet hair off furniture and stairs. It is a bag-first bypass machine, as the dirty air passes through the bag before it gets to the motor.

Very reasonable price at under $200....

Here's a link:



http://hoover.com/products/details/uh30600/windtunnel-max-bagged-upright/

 

[tolivac]

Sand,hay,grass cuttings,pebbles,coins,--sounds like they need a Shop type vacuum.Careful about coins,pebbles with clean air machines-the brush housing can be damaged or even cracked from the brushroll banging these things around before the airstream picks them up.It is rare-but happens.If you can use the hose to pick up these hard things rather than the brushroll.If you have the kids do the vacuuming-instruct them on how to use and replace bags in the machine.If you don't you would be better off doing the vacuuming yourself.

 

[sebo_fan]

tolivac makes a very good point about teaching kids on how to use a vacuum cleaner and to use the hose instead of running an upright vacuum through tough debris.

However, the bagged Windsor Sensor XP or any of the Sensor ranges can deal and are known to deal with stuff like that. No question - especially if its going to be pet hair, coins and stuff put through a brush roll - plus the brush roll is easy to remove with the touch button on the floor head. Amazon.com sell them new for $525

Try ebay.com also for a refurb model; that way if you don't like the auto sensor height adjustment you can sell it on. Or keep it and invest in a canister vacuum to deal with the rough stuff.

http://www.amazon.com/Windsor-Sensor-XP12-Commercial-Vacuum/dp/B00U5LTDWA

 

[stricklybojack]

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This bypass Hoover WindTunnel is a vacuum workhorse.
Hoover may be discontinuing this model as I don't see it on their website.
I have an earlier version of this vacuum and they can handle it all.
$140 new on EBay is a very good price, and that's delivered with tax.

Btw the Maytag idea is a good one too.

One question, do you need/want above floor cleaning (hose and attachments) like this WindTunnel has?


http://www.ebay.com/itm/Hoover-Wind...384839?hash=item3f599cc0c7:g:NpkAAOSw~otWfGGH

 

[countrydirt]

I really appreciate the ideas,of vacuums to look into. The kids are learning how to use the vacuum correctly but I think we can all admit to making mistakes along the way. They need to learn at some point. Most of the problems with our previous vacwere related to dog hair on the beater bar which then would heat up and melt soften the plastic side holder. The local vac shop said metal parts in this area would fix this. He carries all higher end riccar which are out of our price range he could special order one for me but I need to know what I want.

We use the hose attachment alot. The hay grass doesnt come off with being shoke out or pick up with the hose or shop vac these are small pieces under 1/2 inch most under 1/4 inch but they stick to the carpet really well. This is on the entry rug,this is also where the majority of sand and pebbles are located. The dog hair is everywhere,our dog has long hair and sheds non stop.

The windsor sounds interesting with an easy to remove bar, easier toclean the more it will get done thank youfor your ideas so far really do appreciate them.

 

[stricklybojack]

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The Tacony company makes both Riccar and the Fuller Brush Mighty Maid I posted earlier. Both have metal "where you want it", bottom, brush roll, wand, handle etc...both are great vacs, the Fuller labeled machine being far more reasonably priced with a 13" brush roll width rather than 14". There is a pet variation of this platform, (the most common basic bypass bagged design out there) made by Tacony and sold under the Cirrus label.
I will find a link and post that next.

 

[stricklybojack]

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Here ya go. This deal looks like a winner with extra bags thrown in and $20 shipping.
Usually there is no tax on EBay so that covers the $20 right there.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/The-Best-Va...14020&meid=5f7e8318ef464a238520d6021bddcb59&p

 

[stricklybojack]

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And here is a video putting the Cirrus Pet through it's paces.
I really don't think the Sebo is a good choice for the typical American pet owner to begin with and is crazy expensive here. Self leveling/pile height adjustment is can be tedious and trouble pron.. this.being the model usually touted here on Vacuumland, mostly by people living in Europe, where motors are of higher voltage and square footage of homes is generally far less.
I own a commercial Windsor/Sebo and that is a beast. It's a very heavy 2 motor vacuum made for janitors and office spaces. Not all all practice for a family vacuum.

 

[stricklybojack]

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That should read, "not at all practical for a family".
Also the Sebo Felix is again pricey, no tools, and less a machine than you really need. Great for old folks or apartment dwellers with short pile carpeting though.

 

[hooverkid]

The Maytag will be a very good vacuum on short pile carpet, if you have bare floors I personally find the brush on/off switch a little inconvenient to use, if you do need to use this vacuum on any hard floors I recommend either the Panasonic mc-ug729 which I personally prefer between the two vacuums I will recommend because it will work great on low pile carpet and long pile carpet if you ever change carpet in the future or the panisonic mc-ug327 if you want a lighter vacuum if you have to take the vacuum up and down any stairs, both of these vacuums have wooden roller brushes, if you don't find the Maytag's brush shutoff too inconvenient though it will definitely be your best bet.

 

[sebo_fan]

Nice try but...

I didnt suggest SEBO because I know in the U.S they're expensive to buy - the Windsor Sensor is the same as the older SEBO X1 Automatic and they are CHEAPER because of SEBO's contract with Windsor since 1979. There are plenty of fans of those models on here - and they're not that powerful. They are NOT double motor driven though unlike your other commercial Windsor model.

Also the Felix hasnt been mentioned, which is a DIFFERENT MODEL.

Click the link to find the previous Windsor S12 model listed on Amazon.com - you will find plenty of feedback on how good this upright is on pet hair.

The manual height adjustment version is also available in the U.S under the name of Essential G or G2. The commercial version from Windsor goes under name of "Sensor S" and features manual height adjustment. It's still a light upright compared to others on here - in my experience.

http://www.amazon.com/Windsor-Senso..._UL160_SR160,160_&refRID=04F7M8QRZ3SM7GZFE54X

 

[sebo_fan]

Also click on the link to know about the Windsor models: an archive thread.

http://www.vacuumland.org/cgi-bin/TD/TD-VIEWTHREAD.cgi?28256

 

[stricklybojack]

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For $700 I hope it gets good reviews. Still not a good value proposition.
Some Americans have a fetish for "German engineered" stuff and often times over pay for inferior, or at least not stellar, product. I won't argue where on that scale Sebo falls, but dollar for dollar they are generally not a wise choice...over here.

 

[motojoejo]

I recommend Riccar Vibrance. It has all the features you need, it's American made, you can usually find them at a local vacuum shop. Going local will give you the chance to "try before you buy". If you find a reputable dealer then it'll be easy to get bags, repairs or any other assistance you need.

Side note: if you see the brand Simplicity- it's made by the same company with the same quality just a different name so two competing stores can have two different names. So again you have the choice between stores for the same product.

I prefer to keep my business local to boost local economy and have a live person to go to for help.

 

[sebo_fan]

"For $700 I hope it gets good reviews. Still not a good value proposition.
Some Americans have a fetish for "German engineered" stuff and often times over pay for inferior, or at least not stellar, product. I won't argue where on that scale Sebo falls, but dollar for dollar they are generally not a wise choice...over here. "

Well they're better than the over priced Orecks we have to put up with in the UK, which by the way you may be interested cost an equivalent $515

I beg to differ regarding SEBO in the U.S. SEBO in the U.S have existed from 1978 and in the U.S there are both manual height adjustment models and sensor automatic models to choose from. If the Windsor model was that bad, Windsor simply wouldn't sell as many of them!

There is plenty of online feedback both positive and negative in the U.S; but when there's so much positivity versus the small minority of those unhappy, I think that's a blessing - don't you?

Dollar for dollar they're better than other German brands - nearly twice as many dust bags as Miele charge for and when you consider the amount of posts on this forum regarding how long an X series dust bag lasts for singularly used, the X does represent great value for money.

At the start of this thread I maintained to advise that the Windsor Sensor would be a good choice. It picks up what the poster has asked for. It might not be the right one for them, but it is ideal for the pick up requirement at the very least; it is also when considering independents, a possible purchase given the pricing requirement.

 

[s_matt37]

A Simplicity Symmetry

Or Maytag equivalent would be a great vacuum for a family.