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Product Reviews:
Dyson DC18 Slim All-Floors Cyclone Upright Vacuum Cleaner |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Really love this vacuum (so far)
Comments: To start off, I have used Hoover, Dirt Devil, Sanyo, Sanitaire, Bissel--pretty much almost all brands out there. Uprights and stick and handheld. I live in the country where the dirt is tracked in daily with pebbles, I have a housecat, a woodstove (bits of dirt and leaves come in with the wood). I ordered the slim after comparing it with the DC15. I did not try1out in the store and I did get a bit queasy paying the high price and reading over reviews about ething being plastic. I have been using this vacuum since November 2008. Here is what I think:
It is true it comes delivered it is box for all to see. So if you are worried about theft from your porch I would take this into consideration and be home for deli.
My husband put the vacuum together in about5minutes and I was up and running immediately. Ething re instructions is pretty much in "pictures" which is an odd concept to me.
I have all tile/wood flooring except for15 x 7 rug. This is what I vacuumed 1st because of the cat. WOW is all I can say. I emptied3containers before the cat hair stopped swirling. I then went to my bedroom to vacuum a duvet the cat lays on. WOW again hair all gone. I then did the hallway tile and WOW more cat hair and dirt. impressive with the suction. I do not mind emptying the bin at all and look forward to not having to purchase bags. Dust particles in the air? What I have been living with so far, what's a little dust back into the air. Go outside if this would bother you. I also did my mattress, although I do not have the actual mattress attachment. The vacuum works as if it has the ball technology. It effortlessly turns and swirls, without asking. This is something you have to get used to; a new technique.
I immediately retired3vacuums. My handheld, my stick and my upright. Pretty impressive on the 1st day.
I have checked the filter and it seems to be turning grey. They endorse washing it at3months, however I would check earlier if you have fine dust (which I do). I plan to wash the filter soon and I have investigated in how to remove it ( simple).
Today I registered the vacuum online which was quite easy. However, I could not find the serial number per instructions. The serial number for the slim is behind the clear bin. I would have known this if I had been the1to put the vacuum together. Since I spent some time looking for the serial number I discovered something in the "picture book".
When you use the wand, it disconnects from the vacuum. I love this as the wand is always with the vacuum and never hunting for parts. I have2accessories: a crevice tool (which actually is2tools as the little brush can slide to the end and back) and1for fabrics. They have not been displaced by knocking or when the vacuum falls over. Yes, the vacuum falls over when using the wand if you are not careful in how you place it to follow you. Not a big deal to me. I have been using the fabric tool attached to the long wand and it was a bit awkward and did not draw enough suction (which if you read, it is explained that suction is reduced so you do not eat up material). What I just discovered (picture book) is that you can detach the long wand and put the fabric tool directly on the hose which gives you more suction and more flexibility!! I felt a bit "dumb" about this relevation because it puts a con on the vacuum when there isn't.
I am pretty pleased so far. It is made of plastic however I should point out that when I changed out my Kitchenaid dishwasher for a Maytag, the Maytag has a plastic lock where the Kitchenaid was metal. I thought no way would this hold up. It never did break. My Fisher Paykel washer/dryer has the same lock. So, I am not worried about plastic parts.
I had to call the help line when I couldn't find the serial number and the person was pleasant (of course my question/problem was easy) and the website is user friendly. I will have to wait for something to be amiss before I can comment further on repair.
All in all, I am pleased with my purchase and the dollars spent. Great suction (did the Christmas needles no problem, cat hair, cat litter, dry mud on wood, tile, rugs); small (slim); wand reach to the ceiling; disconnect for close up jobs; cord has been long enough for my purposes; cord has an easy release for unwinding. 1con, no light (however I do not need one). |
Rating: 1 (out of 5)
Summary: Look at other sellers
Comments: Before I purchased this vacuum I would or should have looked arround. I notified Amazon that the company was selling factory direct alalmost all $100. less. Amazon dismissed the overpricing by saying they did not have time to check e item. They do not have a price matching policy. Be careful this is a great vacuum; however, be more through in checking prices. I could have returned it w/o opening and purchased from another dealer. I suppose Amazon would rather go through this process. I used to brag Amazon, now I will not blindly trust them to be the least expensive. |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Reward Innovation!!
Comments: If you need a reason to choose a Dyson beyond the fact that they are great machines, type "dyson patent" into Google's search engine and read some of the accounts. |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Worth E Penny
Comments: I purchased this vacuum for my sister, who is a neat freak. We live together and I have a large dog who sheds a LOT. This was my peace offering to her for tolerating the pet hair. The vacuum is small however powerful. It is AWESOME at picking up dog hair, grit, and all other dirt. It's easy to use, easy to empty the dirt bin, and has been worth the price tag. We have ALL hardwoods in our house, with linoleum in the kitchen and area rugs throughout. This makes cleaning the floors so much quicker than sweeping the hard surfaces with a broom and vacuuming the rugs separately. The DC18 picks up equally well on both and saves time. My sister was annoyed that I spent so much when I gave it to her, however she was quickly converted and LOVES this vacuum now... I am going to have to purchase1for myself when we go our separate ways this summer. |
Rating: 5 (out of 5)
Summary: Amazing Dyson!!
Comments: Love the dyson!! I do not have a pet nor carpet on my floor however nevertheless the dyson did it's job on my floor!! I can smell the difference after I vacuum, my house smells fresh!!. Love it!! |
