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Another smaller annoyance is that if you want to use your nozzles from your other vacuum cleaner(s) you already own, you must use the included, short flexible hose as an adapter because they won't attach directly. And yes, its way more powerful than a cordless vac. This hand vac is an attractive desgn, with a long cord, nice acessories and it can even be used as an inflator for low-pressure inflatables like air matresses, dinghys, beach balls, etc. But as other reviewers have pointed out, it's not designed to be used as a main vacuum cleaner, only as a supplement for smaller jobs.But the problem is that the filter is a poor design ; it's small and clogs after every few minutes of use, even when only used for light cleaning & dusting jobs. But I often like to use the short hose anyway, for the greater flexibility and reach it gives. And cleaning the dust out of the pleated filter is not an easy task.
The Black and Decker Hand Vac is the best vac that I have ever had. I have on order another one since November 22 and have been on the waiting list but I intend to give this to my grandson because I know he will like it. With the many attachments I can do anything that I need to do.
I love it for the car and stairs and corners and family room carpet. But the noise means you're being productive (apparently the industry isn't using space age insulation and noise reduction just yet). When the filter is clean it is also a little bit loud. This corded little vac is your answer if you're sick of cordless vacs that don't hold their power like I was. Be prepared to buy a lot of filters. I own two of these and am thinking of buying a third. The power in this thing does fill the filter quickly but I appreciate them because they help keep my allergies away.
Another problem is that the unit has a very small air filter. Since I move often and have a small apartment I bought this unit after my old vacuum broke down. I was hoping it would be sufficient enough for my apartment. Even with a new filter the suction power decreases rapidly right away because the filter gets cluttered up.Since the small motor spins at a high RPM the unit is also quite noisy.I only recommend this unit in addition to a real vacuum. I was wrong.The brush attachment stopped working right away and cleaning didn't help much.
I have a regular sized vacuum but bought this for more convenient use in obscure locations. I am very pleased as it is as advertised and 'filled the bill.'Dee
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