Hoover Reconditioned WindTunnel Bagless Upright Vacuum, Color May Vary, U57009RM
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Product Details
Manufacturer: HooverBrand: Hoover
Edition: Kitchen
Model: U57009RM
Publisher: Hoover
Studio: Hoover
Music Label: Hoover
Product features:
- Powerful 12 amp motor with patented Windtunnel Technology
- Reconditioned like new
- Twin Chamber Bagless System keeps dirt and dust off your hands and clothes with cap-sealed chambers.
- Powered hand tool brings power right to the spot you're cleaning.
Tools and Hardware Reviews of Hoover Reconditioned WindTunnel Bagless Upright Vacuum, Color May Vary, U57009RM
Customer Review: I felt dirty after using it...
Summary: 2 Stars
Well, I'm not sure what to think. I've purchased other reconditioned items before and been completely satisfied with how they arrived. This package came to me with a large hole/tear in the box and no packing materials. The front of the vacuum looked worn. I would not go as far to say that it had "other people's dirt" in it like another reviewer, but it was obviously used, though it appeared to have a new cord, roller and accessories. The vacuum was seemingly unbroken after its journey in the holey box, so I assembled the handle and read the instructions before firing it up.
We bought this to replace an older (circa 1996) Hoover Windtunnel with bags which had begun emitting burning odors and got very hot during operation. The suction was still good, but it was really time to retire it. The Y bags on the old Windtunnel always seemed rather small, had to be replaced frequently and seemed to be going up in price. I had been wanting a bagless vacuum for several years. Being satisfied with my previous Hoover and with a price under $50 we decided to go ahead and order this despite the mixed reviews here.
It is very similar in appearance to my old Hoover. As others have mentioned, this reconditioned model is missing the "dirt sensor" feature. Annoying, but I was expecting that already. This has a few additional features like a powered hand tool for cleaning stairs, etc. I was not particularly impressed by this attachment, and the attachment hose itself is not very long or substantial. The vacuum power of the hose is somewhat inadequate. With my previous Windtunnel, when I would use the extension hose it would have full power while in use and suction would stop at the floor level. This is not designed that way and has a much weaker suction. The vac itself is rather heavy and kind of loud, but again, I was not surprised by this, since this is the nature of this product.
Pro: The dirt chamber is easy to remove and put in, unlike other models I had looked at. It works very well and sucked up an unbelievable amount of dog/cat hair and dust. However, the small chamber filled up very quickly. The HEPA filter was positively choked with dust. This filter is located in the adjacent narrow chamber. The instructions indicate to tap the chamber against a garbage can to loosen all the dust. Probably more than half of it stuck onto the filter and in the recessed areas around it. I can see that this filter is probably going to have to be cleaned/replaced fairly quickly. The necessity to stop and dump the canister frequently caused dust to go everywhere. My hands were filthy. I felt like I had to take a shower after using it, not to mention my sinuses started to clog. I am beginning to wish I had gotten a non-bagless model...
So, I have mixed feelings. On one hand, this is an unbelievable price for a Hoover Windtunnel. It appears to be in fine working order. However, the dust chamber to me seems quite small compared to other models I looked at, and I don't care for the filter location and crevices around the filter which collect dust. (I'm not speaking of the pleats on the filter itself, but the locking mechanism that holds it in). This may be a caveat that these type of bagless vacs have, since this is my first experience with owning one. I have heard that these filters can get clogged, but it seemed kind of extreme to me.
So, I am really not sure whether I would recommend it. At $50, it may be worthwhile as a second vac or to see if you like a bagless. I'm not sure that I do after this experience.
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Description of Hoover Reconditioned WindTunnel Bagless Upright Vacuum, Color May Vary, U57009RM
The Hoover Bagless Upright comes with a powerful 12 amp motor and Windtunnel Technology to provide deep down cleaning and performance. The 15 inch cleaning width lets you get your vacuuming done quickly. The Twin Chamber bagless system keeps dirt and dust off your hands and clothes with its sealed chambers. The powered hand tool brings power right to the spot you want to clean. Perfect for those special attention jobs like the stairs, upholstry and car mats. Besides the powered hand tool, it also comes with a complete set of additional tools for all of your cleaning needs.This powerful upright vacuum harnesses the power of Hoover?s WindTunnel technology--a patented air flow design that prevents dirt and debris from being redistributed back onto the carpet or into the air. Powered by a robust 12-amp motor, it features a unique twin-chamber design. Eliminating the hassle and ongoing expense of changing disposable bags, the catch chamber has an easy-to-empty dirt cup with a tightly sealed lid that won?t let grime escape. The HEPA filter chamber makes the U5700 a great choice for allergy and asthma sufferers, capturing even the finest dust and allergy-causing micro-particles that other vacuums miss or re-circulate.
This vacuum comes with a full suite of on-board tools for above-surface cleaning or vacuuming hard-to-reach areas, including an attached hose, two extension wands, a dusting brush, furniture nozzle and crevice tool. Powerful suction and automatic tool conversion make these add-ons as useful as the vacuum itself. Hoover?s unique edge groomers remove dirt next to baseboards and furniture that most vacuums miss, and a headlight illuminates dark crevices and underneath furniture. A carpet-height setting adjusts to different cleaning conditions, and the vacuum cleans in a 15-inch path. This vacuum cleaner has been factory reconditioned, meaning it was returned to the manufacturer, who restores the appliance to like-new condition without the brand-new price. Some models may have cosmetic blemishes. Purchase includes a six-month warranty. --Mary Park
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