Is the handle or wand long enough to comfortably vacuum floors? It looks short....
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The hose to the wand is too short. The cord is very short and the canister turns over when in use.
1265722
I don't know about other vacuums but my Miele canister dusting brush opening is exactly the same size around as the Panasonic wand so it does not fit either at the bottom metal tube or at the top plastic connector. :(
2087162
There is a clip on the dust pan handle. Had to return this item as I was under the impression that it was a full sized broom, which really its a very short one.
1767782
Let me just say that I love my Dyson but it does struggle on my shag like area rug. I do a lot of pulling instead of pushing. Roll vacuum on back wheels to edge , then pull toward me. I have also turned the beater bar off to push it forward then turned it on to pull back. Fortunately, mine is only an area rug. There is no height adjustment. This is not the ideal vacuum for high pile - too much suction and no height adjustment.
1115554
The control is on the handle right next to where you hold it. You may be bumping it with your hand while vacuuming.
1237404
I'm not sure I'm qualified to answer, as I bought my machine used. I love it! It has the usual vacuum attachments: wand, brush, regular vacuum part. It's easy to use and I love the clean up.
1576305
The handle extends to that of a standard mop; and it retracts to about half the length......about the middle of the pole. You'll love this mop! Hope this helps ;-)
1769199
Not really, especially if you assemble all the parts accordingly. This is too small for the average broom or mop. But if you decide not to set up the top part, yes, it will be specious enough. PS Sorry for the delayed response. Have a great one!
1440895
It's about normal size I would say. I am 6 foot and it isn't ay more less comfortable than a regular vacuum. However, this vacuum is not very powerful and leaves a lot of stuff behind.
106856
Wand itself fully extended is 37 3/4 inches . When attached to hose handle , overall length is 54 inches . Really a nice vac . And a great price .
1955573
Not long enough. It only extends about 3' above the top of the handle. I did not buy the extension, because I am not sure if it is an attachment that you can leave on all the time. I like the vac, but was disappointed with the reach of the extension hose. It is ok for lower work, but not for high work.
2245689
It's 50" from floor (the bottom of brush) to top of handle. The white part of the broom & bristles are about 5".
177325
Yes, I have added an extra wand from another vacuum & it worked. However, after about one year other parts of the vacuum stopped working well & parts at the base by the wheels & beater brush cracked.
2194194
Yes, you can make it shorter by taking off the long shaft. It is a very versatile vacuum.
883946
I read that the canister vac has such powerful suction that the flimsy hose gets suctioned together if you don't position it just so while vacuuming. Also was told that the handle is 2 feet long when you want to use the dust attachment and is very thick, which I than noticed on the picture. Looked like it would be awkward to hold when using.
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I didn't measure the hose, but I think the hose is a bit short, but when you use the attachments connected with the hose it helps. The hose needs to be longer. When you do use the attachments connected to the hose, you may find yourself tugging on the hose and pulling on the vacuum cleaner itself. The quality of the Kenmore Elite is definitely there. Cons- length of the hose.
80979
well yes it has a handle - how else would you hold it when sweeping? it is adjustable length too , for tall or short people. I love it.