How can one improve suction? Any tricks or suggestions are welcome
1145327
Mine stuck so hard it collapsed the tube. I would try to move the hose around. I didn't really get mine going either
1305253
Just push lightly from the center. A suction will be created....better and more green than foil or Satan wrap.
2242007
Yes. But I recomend that you use the new hoses that come with it. The hoses can get tiny cracks in them that can effect suction. Also the hoses get memory over time.
612624
I have not noticed any difference in suction, but I'll pay closer attention next time I vacuum to see if there is! (I'm guessing it's a minimal difference, if any, if I haven't noticed it!)
948134
Good. You can adjust the suction. I have several and with one foot on a corner, can do these easily.
2137692
Yes, the suction is barely noticeable to me. To mosquitoes though, they can't resist :) I know you didn't ask this, but, I love this device. It has turned my backyard into a shady oasis instead of a mosquito-infested place to avoid.
529110
There is no suction, so while the steamer part is great, you would have to rub wet with towels and let air dry. I have a rug steamer that has a hand held portion that I use for upholstery and spots.
228067
I usually have the tub about half full then get in and attach. Are you firmly pressing each little suction cup? Seems to me that some cups are submerged and some are still out of the water when I do it. Perhaps a quick wipe of the area with plain vinegar to get rid of any old oil or soap scum might help. I love the thing!
612621
I'm sure J. Lugo's response was correct, but it must be very minimal. I haven't noticed any reduction in suction at all.
411560
For a small machine the suction is pretty good. I have only used it twice, but the carpet dried quickly so I'm assuming this was due to the machine drying up a lot of the water and shampoo used for cleaning.
1754089
when i spread a little vaseline to the suction cups they tend to hold 10x longer. i havent bought this yet but you should give it a try.
2133070
I've found that you can adjust power of the suction using the lever valve. By doing so, you can create enough suction to remove the mulm but leave the finer media behind.
952306
Yup used to have the same problem, change the surface( the smoother the better ) and clean before put the suction cup.
1982464
I have to ask, what are you doing with it currently where it doesn't have suction power? what do you have hooked up to it?
917339
if you have a "shop" vac that has an air out port that you reverse the hose on... and then maybe use some duct tape.... in a pinch... I could make that happen...but not with a regular vacuum..... USE A HAIR DRYER on cool and fill a little at a time if you really stuck!
1500411
I'd love to be able to help u but I haven't used it yet. I would guess it maybe vacuum holding it on. Not to b funny but have u looked in the owners manual? It may have some helpful hints.
624459
I haven't had any problem with mine losing suction. It has been on my dash since October and has not come loose. Sorry..