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Webchiq
Member
07-11-2005
| Friday, December 02, 2005 - 8:37 pm
I received the SpotBot and since my cat had decided to practice his bulemia just before it came, I had some spots to clean. On the carpets that are just normal carpets, it did a great job. In our main room where we have hardwood floors, we have a large rug that has a carved out design on the edge. Obviously, it does not do good on the carved out sections (which, of course, is where the good cat thinks is the best place in the world to perform). It really works as advertised. I don't like the smell of the cleaners they included so I'm going to try to find some that are fragrance free, but other than that, I am impressed and glad that I got it. Interestingly, he's not as bulemic since I got it. I think he might be smarter than we think he is.
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Abby7
Member
07-17-2002
| Tuesday, January 24, 2006 - 12:32 am
<<<<<Who! HI! Since you reposted this over 5 months ago:>>> Author Message Whoami Member 08-03-2001 Friday, August 19, 2005 - 5:11 pm -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I'm taking the liberty of re-posting KTBB's question here, hoping it gets better noticed. Hope you don't mind sis! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- quote: Ktbb Member 08-10-2003 Thursday, August 18, 2005 - 1:09 pm -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hey I have a question. Has anyone ever tried the vacuum made by Bissel. The filter on it is the washable kind and it is bagless. It seems pretty cool to me. Any info would be appreciated greatly. ----------------------- SO, WHAT DID SHE BUY? HOPE YOU DON'T MIND MY ASKING...JUST THAT MY MOM WANTS TO BUY ONE TOO.
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Abby7
Member
07-17-2002
| Wednesday, January 25, 2006 - 6:16 pm
well my mom ended up buying a Hoover rug cleaner. my nephew cleaned the carpet with it for her (she's 85 years old). She seems to like it. She still has her old Hoover from the 50's! (she doesn't part with much.)
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Sincebb1
Member
08-22-2005
| Friday, January 27, 2006 - 4:22 am
This is what Consumer Reports says... "CR Quick Recommendations UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANERS Nearly all full-sized uprights cleaned bare floors quickly and neatly, but carpets remain the toughest challenge for most machines. Top-scoring models deep-cleaned impressively while providing strong airflow through the hose for use with tools. Most full-sized uprights weigh about 20 pounds. The highest scoring lightweight upright was the 9-pound Riccar SupraLite RSL3 (8), but it has no tools and was noisy enough to necessitate ear protection. Other noisy uprights for which you'll need ear plugs or muffs are the Dirt Devil Vision Self-Propelled M087900 (23), and the Dirt Devil Jaguar M085575 (Target) (29). Our tests also found three uprights that leaked dust or broke consistently enough to be judged Not Recommended: the Hoover Fusion U5180-900 (36), the Dirt Devil Dynamite MO84600 (37), and the Hoover Tempo U5155-900 (38). In addition, one unit of the Bissell Cleanview Revolution Plus 3595-1 also emitted high levels of dust, while two units of the Panasonic MC-V7720 (12) had a faulty release pedal that prevented the head from reaching the floor. Panasonic has since acknowledged a problem and says those models will have a redesigned housing by the time you read this report." I wish I could post the ratings page. I am a member and you can't view it otherwise. If I knew how to take a snapshot of the web page I could post it.
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Sincebb1
Member
08-22-2005
| Friday, January 27, 2006 - 4:33 am
Kenmore Sears Progressive Direct Drive was #1 and #2 Hoover Windtunnel Self Propelled was #3 Eureka Boss Smart Vac Ultra #4 Hoover Windtunnel Bagless #5 Hoover Savy #6 All Bissels at middle of list (first one shows up at #15)...they list 38 vaccums for upright and as many canisters!
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Landi
Member
07-29-2002
| Friday, January 27, 2006 - 6:00 am
i have a riccar canister. it sucks better than any vacuum i've ever had. it's not that loud.
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Maris
Member
03-28-2002
| Sunday, January 29, 2006 - 1:59 pm
I bought the Kenmore Progressive today, I bought the bagless one because my old vacuum just wasnt doing the job re dog and cat hairs. One area rug alone, I picked up three canisters of hairs, I never even saw, except the rug is looking a lot brighter now. It was $300 just as consumer reports stated. Consumer reports rated it as their number one vacuum, even surpassing those vacuums costing $700 and $1000. It works very well.
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Baby
Member
01-08-2006
| Sunday, January 29, 2006 - 2:34 pm
Maris..I am a new poster here (long time lurker). I was wondering how heavy the Kenmore Progressive is and is it fairly easy to use? Does anyone else know of any vacs that are lightweight, easy to use and also have great suction power..thanks!
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Teachmichigan
Member
07-22-2001
| Sunday, January 29, 2006 - 4:25 pm
My central vac is VERY light, sucks like crazy, and only has to be emptied every couple months w/2 dogs! LOL (bet that wasn't what you were looking for, was it?) Seriously, I wouldn't go back to a regular vacuum unless forced to now. The central vac does such a better job.
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Maris
Member
03-28-2002
| Sunday, January 29, 2006 - 4:33 pm
Baby according to Consumer reports it is 20lbs. I had no problem moving it around but when the cannister becomes full, it is hard to move, I guess a signal to empty the cannister. I can send you the consumer reports ratings if you like but basically they all seem to come in at 20 lbs
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Baby
Member
01-08-2006
| Sunday, January 29, 2006 - 6:39 pm
Thanks TeachMichigan and Maris! I would love to have a central vac teach, but I live in an apartment so no can do! But, it does sound wonderful! Maris, if you don't mind, I would love to read that info, if possible..thanks for offering to send it!
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Schoolmarm
Member
02-18-2001
| Sunday, January 29, 2006 - 8:57 pm
I have a Dyson and really like it....well, the cleaning lady likes it too!
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Maris
Member
03-28-2002
| Monday, January 30, 2006 - 3:27 pm
I sent you the email of the ratings.
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Maris
Member
03-28-2002
| Monday, January 30, 2006 - 3:31 pm
Nearly all full-sized uprights cleaned bare floors quickly and neatly, but carpets remain the toughest challenge for most machines. Top-scoring models deep-cleaned impressively while providing strong airflow through the hose for use with tools. Most full-sized uprights weigh about 20 pounds. The highest scoring lightweight upright was the 9-pound Riccar SupraLite RSL3 (8), but it has no tools and was noisy enough to necessitate ear protection. Other noisy uprights for which you'll need ear plugs or muffs are the Dirt Devil Vision Self-Propelled M087900 (23), and the Dirt Devil Jaguar M085575 (Target) (29). Our tests also found three uprights that leaked dust or broke consistently enough to be judged Not Recommended: the Hoover Fusion U5180-900 (36), the Dirt Devil Dynamite MO84600 (37), and the Hoover Tempo U5155-900 (38). In addition, one unit of the Bissell Cleanview Revolution Plus 3595-1 also emitted high levels of dust, while two units of the Panasonic MC-V7720 (12) had a faulty release pedal that prevented the head from reaching the floor. Panasonic has since acknowledged a problem and says those models will have a redesigned housing by the time you read this report. The Ratings rank uprights by overall performance. See Quick Picks for models that combine performance and value
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Maris
Member
03-28-2002
| Monday, January 30, 2006 - 3:35 pm

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Baby
Member
01-08-2006
| Monday, January 30, 2006 - 5:17 pm
Thanks Maris..I just got your email. I almost deleted it by mistake. I didn't look carefully enough at your email address. If I had the first time, I would have recognized it. Thanks for posting me a message that you had sent the info. Unfortunately I couldn't open the info. I am using WebTV and I got a message from them saying I wouldn't be able to open that type of attachment. Please don't worry about it. I will look over the info you posted above. I have a feeling what I am looking for just might not exist. I need something fairly easy to maneuver and lightweight (definitely less than 20 lbs. since I am in a chair and the strength in my arms and hands isn't that great anymore). And I want something with great suction. I will keep looking though and just maybe, one of these days, they will come out with something that will fit the bill! I hope you and your son are doing well. I have continued to keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. Thanks, Maris!
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Maris
Member
03-28-2002
| Monday, January 30, 2006 - 5:42 pm
Thanks Baby, we are doing ok. I consider myself incredibly fortunate that I have such a great kid.
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Baby
Member
01-08-2006
| Monday, January 30, 2006 - 8:39 pm
Maris..you are indeed very fortunate to have such a great kid! Hang onto that with all of your might. I haven't been as fortunate. I wanted to tell you the pic of your son and kitty friend sleeping behind him is one of my favorite photos on this site! Thanks for posting it.
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Maris
Member
03-28-2002
| Tuesday, January 31, 2006 - 4:55 am
Thanks Baby, it is one of my favorites too.
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Baby
Member
01-08-2006
| Tuesday, January 31, 2006 - 12:39 pm
Your welcome, Maris! Peace to you and your son!
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Juju2bigdog
Member
10-27-2000
| Sunday, February 05, 2006 - 2:06 pm
Hey Maris! Not sure if this is the exact one you bought because you said you bought bagless and these have bags, but maybe it comes in both varieties. Sears has the model 25513 (and 25512) canister vacuum on sale for $229. This is the one that is a Best Buy in the March 2006 Consumer Reports. If this is the model you bought, I think you can take your sales receipt in during the sale, and they will refund you $70. Sale goes from today through Feb. 8, so you would have to hurry.
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Babyruth
Member
07-19-2001
| Sunday, February 05, 2006 - 2:12 pm
Aack! Juju, you're confusing me! I was/am going to buy one tomorrow. Which one??? Are there really two versions? I prefer bags...keeps the dust outta my nose when I empty it.
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Juju2bigdog
Member
10-27-2000
| Sunday, February 05, 2006 - 10:23 pm
The one on sale for $229 at my Sears store had bags. Yay!! I prefer bags too. I was just hoping Maris could get $70 back because it sort of sounds like she bought the Consumer Reports Best Buy one.
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Maris
Member
03-28-2002
| Monday, February 06, 2006 - 11:58 am
I will check it out since Sears is across the street, you never know it may be on sale too. since they had both a bag and bagless for 300 bucks. I bought the bagless. I am amazed at how much cat and dog hair I am picking up with this.
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