I have used Panasonics for decades.This rascal is very difficult to push across an area rug-like the suction is too great. Possible solutions?
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I have 20 years experience with Panasonic uprights in my cleaning business, all with the automatic height adjustment. If you have height adjustment, if you set it too low you may run into "drag" from too much suction. More often, I have found the problem of "hard to push" occurs more from the construction of the carpet than from the vacuum cleaner. Specifically the way the backing is constructed on the underside of the carpet. Try this: if you're getting too much drag pushing the vacuum "lengthwise" on the carpet, try turning it 90 degrees and go "crosswise". Sometimes the backing on the carpet is inhibiting the gliding. That's all I can offer and I hope it helps. I have 20 years experience with Panasonic uprights in my cleaning business, all with the automatic height adjustment. If you have height adjustment, if you set it too low you may run into "drag" from too much suction. More often, I have found the problem of "hard to push" occurs more from the construction of the carpet than from the vacuum cleaner. Specifically the way the backing is constructed on the underside of the carpet. Try this: if you're getting too much drag pushing the vacuum "lengthwise" on the carpet, try turning it 90 degrees and go... » Read More I have 20 years experience with Panasonic uprights in my cleaning business, all with the automatic height adjustment. If you have height adjustment, if you set it too low you may run into "drag" from too much suction. More often, I have found the problem of "hard to push" occurs more from the construction of the carpet than from the vacuum cleaner. Specifically the way the backing is constructed on the underside of the carpet. Try this: if you're getting too much drag pushing the vacuum "lengthwise" on the carpet, try turning it 90 degrees and go "crosswise". Sometimes the backing on the carpet is inhibiting the gliding. That's all I can offer and I hope it helps. « Show Less
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I have 20 years experience with Panasonic uprights in my cleaning business, all with the automatic height adjustment. If you have height adjustment, if you set it too low you may run into "drag" from too much suction. More often, I have found the problem of "hard to push" occurs more from the construction of the carpet than from the vacuum cleaner. Specifically the way the backing is constructed on the underside of the carpet. Try this: if you're getting too much drag pushing the vacuum "lengthwise" on the carpet, try turning it 90 degrees and go "crosswise". Sometimes the backing on the carpet is inhibiting the gliding. That's all I can offer and I hope it helps.
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I have the same problem, sometimes I vacuum with the nap instead of against it . If it's a small rug lay it on top of your carpet (if you have it)and then vacuum. I hope this helps. Becky
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you're going to hate this response, but pull it, don't push...that I believe is the only solution////I buy these for my cleaning business and they work on most but not all carpeting.....good luck
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Sorry, Anne, I can't help you because I don't have deep plush carpeting. I have oriental rugs which don't have deep plush. The Hoover is fine on them. I have it set for the highest of seven settings so you could go down to the lowest setting and get deeper suction.
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I just returned my Bissel to Costco. We had had a Bissel for over 30 years...used the Bissell 9400 twice never could get suction, which meant extremely wet carpets. The Bissel hotline told me to take it back. The tools were falling out and it felt cheap with too much plastic. I'm also looking out of desperation at the Hoover Agility. Good Luck!
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Sorry Mike, but in researching all vacuums, there are problems with them all. I cannot decide on one either by reading the reviews. I'm frustrated and wish a woman engineer would invent one so that all the negativity found in every brand would be solved.
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I can't use full power on area rugs it sucks them off the floor. I use a turbo nozzle with rotating brush it has enough suction to power it. Cleans my carpets better than Eureka upright with brush. It is a commercial vac very well made comes with a 2 year warranty.
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The suction is not as strong. For that reason I could not give it five stars.
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This is a great vacuum if you have tile or hard wood floors. If you have carpets or rugs, look into getting an upright with a roll brush. It picks up everything in it's area. I love mine but only have a few area rugs. Hope this helps.
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Yes, it is difficult to push. I bought the original Smart Living Steam Mop at a fair several years ago and loved it. It lasted over seven years. This is NOT the same product at all. It generates much less steam - and the pads don't glide well on the floor because they are thinner than the originals. When you remove after use, they are not evenly soiled. There are "strips" of soiled areas and it's obvious that some areas never touched the floor. I am very disappointed in this steam mop....seems as if it might be a knock off.
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I really can't help much with that. My cleaning system did not last long so I don't use it anymore. I also have an older Braun with a cleaning system and that works great but the Panasonic shaver is far superior for a close shave.
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I have not used it on rugs but it does not suction up anything, I think you are looking for the bissell spotbot.
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I have not had the problem, but it sounds like maybe the belt is either broken or worn out. Have you considered this possibility? Also there are two speeds, one for hardwood (no spinning brush) and one for carpet (spinning brush). These are my best possibilities. You could call Hoover Customer Service and they can troubleshoot with you.
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I've been buying locally at WallyWorld, "big store, blue sign". I use the Panasonic size "U". The bag brand is Arm&Hammer;, it has a bit of baking soda added to the bag/material? It has been working fine for years. This vacuum cleaner is "VERY" similar to other models of vacuum cleaners that were sold or are sold by other Brand Names. Only one size/type bag is the proper fit but it may be identified by different names. Hope this was clear and that it helped.
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I am having the same problem, the attachments, once on the hose do a great job, but is such a pain! The hose is too short to be effective, and the "wand" is cumbersome. My only complaint about this vacuum.
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I have been getting the same results. This is very disappointing with such rave reviews for an incredibly expensive machine. I have not had problems with my Panasonic or Breadman machines (that I couldn't track down). I am happy with how sturdy the pan is and need to buy a new machine as my Breadman's pan is in bad shape.
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Steven- if my experience is any indication you won't miss the Panasonic cleaner unless they have upgraded in the last couple of years. Mine was noisy an eventually stopped cleaning after a minute or two. I tried replacing the cleaner and other suggested remedies, nothing worked. I had it shipped back to Panasonic and received a replacement but the same thing started happening. Doesn't seem worth the extra money. Just rinse and clean the unit yourself.
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I have the same problem. All this vacuum is good for is touch up cleaning. Not powerful enough for anything else.
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Just a quick note - I have this Electrolux, hard wood floors, and a dog. I also have the Dyson "animal". I am STILL looking for a solution as neither of these do the job in spite of the expense and hype! If anyone out there has found a real solution - please share!