New batteries: 30-35% off Dyson's price
Question for Dyson DC16 owers:

Would you pay .99 for new batteries in your battery pack? I'm a Dyson DC16 owner as well. I LOVE the DC16, but struggled to find replacement battery packs at a better price than Dyson's .99 price. I've found a solution!

Easy process: Pay the .99, then mail me your battery pack (via inexpensive media mail) . I replace the batteries and mail it back postage free. I've replaced batteries in Dyson DC16 vacs in my local with 100% successs!

QUESTION: How many would be interested? Reply here please.

If there is enough interest, I'll post ads on different websites.

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I'd be interested in buying used battery packs. I'm interested mainly in the plastic housing, so that I can lower my pricing even further. If I get enough housings for battery packs, it may not be necessary to mail me yours for this offer.

Finally Trashing Ours
We give up. We have had the unit about a year or slightly longer, used it maybe once a week. Horribly short battery life and now the battery will not take a charge. We have the yellow Dyson upright and love it (except for the bizarre hand held attachments) and bought this one hoping for another good product.

But it's just not worth spending any money on for a replacement battery - just to have a unit that works marginally.

TOTALLY TERRIBLE - DON'T BUY
As others have stated I also purchased an upright vac years ago and had much success with it, so I purchased the hanheld thinking I was getting a smaller power-packed version of the upright. GUESS WHAT???

IT'S TOTALLY TERRIBLE! THE CANISTER IS AKWARD TO HOLD - SEEMS TOP HEAVY AND BULKY. YOU NEED CONSTANT PRESSURE ON THE OPERATING SWITCH FOR IT TO RUN. IT DOES NOT FIT INTO TIGHT SPACES AS YOU THINK A NORMAL HANDHELD WOULD. BATTERY LIFE IS NON-EXISTENT - SEEMS I'M LUCKY IF I GET 2-3 MINUTES OF VAC POWER WITH IT. CANNOT EVEN VACUUM THE COUCH FINDINGS THE KIDS HAVE LEFT BECAUSE THE BATTERY QUITS SO SOON. HIGHLY DISAPPOINTED - WOULD NOT RECOMMEND!

DYSON DC ROOT 6 HANDHELD VACUUM CLEANER
yes, we purchased this item as a gift , and they said it was the best one they have ever used and that they love it.

for a f****** replacement battery!?!?!?
The battery lasted less than a year. It costs half the price of the original unit just to replace the battery.

The Legacy Lives Onc
My son needed a vacuum and I decided to treat myself to a new Windtunnel and gift him with the old one. In 10 years the changes are subtle but welcomed. The cord is longer, softer and easier to wind, there are less crevices on the vacuum body to capture dirt, the machine is quieter but the same power that made me a fan of Hoover Windtunnel is still there. I am so glad I bought another Hoover.

Another wonderful Hoover!
This is my 4th Hoover in 29 years. Each one gets better than the last. I use my vacuum at least every other day so it is used very hard. The self propelled is the only way to go for me. It makes cleaning a breeze! The edge cleaning is great as it is on both sides instead of just one. The "pet tool" is the absolute best for cleaning upholstery and steps. I have a dog and have to do it at least once a week.

Hoover is a name I always trust.

GREAT MACHINE!
What can I say? The machine arrived well within the specified time. I took it out of the box, put the handle on it, and plugged it in. Every thing is doing a great job, plenty of suction, and the self propelled part is a blessing.

ditto.... Great Machine... Only One Concern
Just like a previous review I received an open box, though mine contained a defective unit. It took me 5 minutes online to notified Amazon, who promptly cross shipped another (unopened) unit which I received in 2 days. The new unit works great and like so many others who have posted, not having the mess of a bag-less unit is great. Would defiantly recommend. Thank You Amazon for the swift response.

The Lawnmower of vacuums
This vacuum replaced the Oreck XL and the other expensive Riccar. All at 0.00 I dont understand the reviews "Great for the price" this vacuum rocks I Love it!
We have 5 children two dogs and 2700 square feet of carpet. Nobody mentioned that it has the best edge pickup of any other vac I've used and it dosent matter which side! Unlike the other brands that only give you one side for baseboards etc..this ones laid out correctly so either side will pick up nice and close to the edge thats a big plus.I mow through small toys, hair tie thingys, Dog hair "Fine yellow labrador kind" and this dude keeps suckin away
pickin up everything in its path.

Yes its heavy the oreck is nice and light, But this things self propelled and does twice the deep cleaning. Ok 14 stairs, I hate doing the stairs no easy way but the beater brush tool and nicely made hose make it bearable.

All in All it would have got a 5 star except for the weight, Then it would have probably felt cheap if it was all lightweight plastic and got 4 for that...humm...
This is a real world vacuum that wont cost a weeks pay and does a job above expectations
no fancy euro name but heck I'll use that extra money for something else. Oh yeah 3 year warranty too. I Kinda think that if people paid MORE for it they would give it a better review.

Seeing Is Believing!
That's the old saying,but it rings true here. I was simply amazed at how much dirt this vac pulls up out of a clean carpet,let alone a dirty one. A fantastic vac that beats anything costing 0's more. A true great value for the price. Extra nice feature is a long,I mean long cord that retracts at the push of a button! Almost makes vacuuming fun! I know that sounds crazy,but.......I'll let you decide..

Was great (for a month)
Loved this vacuum for about a month. Did wonders with cat hair. Was quiet, easy to maneuver. But after a month, the belt snapped. I really expected more. And you would think they would put an extra one in the box . . . but I just ordered two from the manufacturers website (about each, plus .50 for shipping). I figure that will get me through the rest of the winter!

Absolutely the greatest little vacuum!
Did a lot of research before buying this vacuum and have not been disappointed! It is just the greatest! I have 4 cats, and it does a terrific job in picking up kitty fur and scattered litter! It is lightweight and easy to use. The retracting cord is so handy. Actually bought two of these. Started out with one for my daughter for her new apartment. After using it, she said her rugs looked like new! So I bought one for myself. If you are looking for an inexpensive yet powerful vacuum, buy this one. I guarantee you won't be disappointed! An extra note. Since it is so easy to use and not a bit cumbersome, I find that I vacuum more often. That is a big plus!

Eureka 4236AZ
I'm very pleased with this vacuum it picks up everything it's amazing how much more it picks up than my last vacuum. It picks up the fine thin dog hair with no problems. It is easy to clean be sure to have it far enough down a garbage bag so the dust doesn't fly. I love the retractable power cord! I agree with other reviews that it could have come a bit more assembled but just follow the directions it's very easy to put together. Eureka 4236AZ Comfort Clean Bagless Upright Vacuum Cleaner

What a pain
Unless you like the idea of taking your vacuum apart each and EVERY time you use it and having to wash out the entire vacuum, this machine is not for you. As noted in another review, you have to change the filter at least every 2 months even though the manual says only every 6 months. There's no way to really clean the filter out, and even when you try, it takes DAYS for it to dry well enough to put back into the machine. So then you have your vacuum parts laying out around the house. When you take the filter out to clean it, you have to bang it and shake it to get the first 80 layers of dirt off, so expect to have a big mess of dirt and mess to clean up out of your sink, kitchen counters and floor. This design is a disaster. When I clean house, the last thing I want when I'm done is yet ANOTHER cleaning job to do!! Bags are so much easier, faster, and cheaper.

What a difference
I just thought I was vacuuming for the last 30 years. I was shocked at how much more this Dyson will pick up. It really is amazing. I will never purchase anything but a Dyson in the future. This is one product that is well worth the difference.

Expensive, but worth it!
I have been through about three to four under 50$ vaccuums a year, due to my two "german shedders". I have to admit, just got this remanufactored Dyson today, but it is fantastic. Picked almost half a trash bag of dirt and dog hair today. People complain about the powerful suction, but that's what Dyson is made for! I found no problems, unless you use it on a VERY recently installed carpet or a rug. I will update if it craps out on me, like so many others (: but all in all, I am very pleased. Also, it has picked up FAR more, than any other vac I have ever had, and is much easier to use.

Great Product!
"I'm so glad I bought this vacuum! I wouldn't be able to tell that it was refurbushed if I didn't know better. It's kind of gross but seeing how much dirt gets picked up makes vacuuming fun! It's not a light vacuum but I expected it to be much heavier after reading the reviews. Seriously it's awesome and I wish I would have bought one much sooner."

I completely agree with this review! I feel gross knowing I was living in what I picked up with this vacuum. Great Buy!

Great vac
always dreamed of owning a Dyson vacuum.. at this price I would have bought one much sooner!

The Search is Over!
When our Roomba finally thew in the white flag after we brought home Shelby the shedding German Shepherd, we have been researching vacuums for months. We knew Dyson would likely be the only way to keep up with the hair but originally thought it was out of our price range. Until we found the remanufactured model! True to Amazon form it was delivered quickly in original manufacturer packaging and has been a Godsend ever since. We had forgotten what color our rugs were (blue! They are blue!) and thought our beige carpet had long ago turned gray. My husband and I now argue over who gets to vacuum because it is no longer a fight to get the floors clean. It even works well on our slate and hardwood. There are cheaper places to get the Remanufactured Dysons but Amazon works directly with the factory so you can't go wrong. If there are any differences to the 'new' model you'd be hard pressed to find them. Definitely a life-saver for pet owners!

So Far... Really Cool!
Before I begin the details, let me say this:


If you believe that any tool should do its job without ANY user maintenance, then you should stop searching for any home-use carpet cleaner and, as you desire... hire someone to do the work for you. If your carpet and/or furnishings have not been cleaned for a decade... hire someone to do the work for you. If, on the other hand, you recognize that a tool is an investment and WILL require some care and maintenance... then BUY THIS MACHINE!


The Back-story:
As the owner of a Bissell bag-less vacuum that has served me well for over a decade, I started my search for a home carpet 'steamer' with the Bissell brand in mind. My Bissell 6590-W continues to be the best vacuum cleaner ever.... but back to the carpet cleaner...

After a few sessions of research, I soon learned that Bissell's 'steamers' were better positioned to deliver hotter water to the floor than to delivering scrubbing power to the surface. I have experienced Hoover vacuum cleaners in the past... and have been left less-than-satisfied with the brand. Needless to say, I went into my purchase of the F5912-900 as something of a skeptic.

The Set-up:
Take a minute to read the Quick Assembly Guide. It is the first thing you see when you open the box. Read it... follow it. Based on other information I've seen regarding assembly of this cleaner, the Quick Assembly Guide is the first thing you see FOR A REASON. Overall, the assembly process is quite simple and also gives you a basic familiarity with the cleaner.


Setting Up The Test:
I decided, based on the negative commentary, that my first test should be on the hard tile floor of my kitchen. The hard floor tool is not included with the unit, but it's readily available via amazon.com. I chose the hard floor test because the majority of the negative comments came from those who used the unit for hard floor cleaning. Let's be honest. The F5912-900 is not intended for routine cleaning... be it hard floors or carpets... yet the negative reviews I've read have complained about set-up time, water drips, etc.. Again... it's not for daily use and it's probably going to drip a bit. After all, it does use... well... water.

My Biggest Initial Concern:
As I set up and started to operate the cleaner, I quickly learned the meaning behind some of the Bissell vs Hoover marketing material: Both sport 12 AMP motors, but the Bissell brushes are motor driven via a belt... the Hoover brushes are driven via fan turbines... turned by the suction of the vacuum that draws the the cleaning solution from the floor into the recovery tank.

The Initial Results:
My hard tile kitchen floor turned out great! The purpose of using the unit to clean a surface is make the unit WORK FOR YOU. This cleaner does a great job of scrubbing the floor. You do need to work the unit slowly, letting it do it's job, but with little physical effort (other than guiding it to where you want it to scrub and pulling the trigger to release cleaning solution). It CERTAINLY takes more time than using a damp mop... but, at the end of the day... the result is comparable to what you would see after spending an hour or so on your knees with a scrub brush. Again... this is not something you're going to want for your weekly routine, but it will be a blessing as you prepare to host guests for a dinner party the next day!

The Bonus Test:
I have two dogs, one of which grooms (e.g.: licks its legs/paws) incessantly, on the sofa leaving a mottled appearance of the fabric once the saliva dries. As a result, I have spent more money than I care to acknowledge on regular professional cleaning. After cleaning the kitchen floor with the F5912-900, and with fresh cleaning solution remaining in the tank... I became ambitious and, knowing the fabric on the sofa is color-fast, I decided to clean a cushion. Wow... just... WOW! The cushion now looks better than anything I saw following professional cleanings! I give credit to the turbines that use suction to drive the hand-tool. I was able to apply a great deal of pressure to the turbo brush and it kept on scrubbing the fabric the whole time. Again... kudos to the design!

The Initial Summary:
The F5912-900, out of the box, exceeds my expectations! Having used the cleaner in conditions of relative minimum risk, I'm ready to tackle my sofa and living-room carpet in their entirety. I'll be sure to update this review following my next round of use...

1 Star for now but I may change it. Here's why. . .
I had to return this vacuum to the Hoover Service Center near where I live. I bought it brand new and it came it great condition. However, it refused to dispense the cleaning solution. I tried everything but could not get it to work. The Hoover repair guy said the 2 year warranty will take care of everything. But still, you buy a vacuum hoping it'll work out of the box. What a hassle but I'm lucky since I live near a service center. I've read where earlier models were made in the USA--mine was made in Mexico--not sure if the quality control down there is the same. I'll update this review once I hear from the repair man. He's had it since Jan 17.
*******Well, today is Jan 29 and the vacuum is still at the Hoover service center. I cannot recommend this vacuum nor can I recommend any Hoover product as they don't return emails or answer their 1-800 number. I learned the hard way, please spend your money on another brand. I feel like a sucker. Vac returned from repair shop on Feb 18!! Do not buy Hoover, ever! And don't go to the Hoover Repair Shop in Burlingame, CA EVER!

Ann B
My old Hoover quit after 10 years-this is the newer version. Arrived safely and quickly.Powerful enough to do a great job, gets spots out with a "little elbow grease". Bad stains might need a second going over,but the stain will be gone. Easy to empty and store. Very nice product. If there are 10 years of service from this, like my last one-it is a great buy!

Hoover F5912900 SteamVac Carpet Cleaner
I have used this cleaner twice. The first time was on a slightly dirty bedroom carpet. The carpet is dark brown and dense and only slightly stained with some cat hair balls and spots of fir tree pitch. We pretreated the pitch with some diluted Simple Green and the hair balls with water and cleaning was a cinch. The carpet was clean and dry within 2 hours.

The second cleaning was of a playroom carpet that was stained with paint/crayons/pet stains/glue/nail polish and many other unidentified stains that had not been cleaned for over 20 years. I forgot to turn the brushes on the first time over this carpet so I went over it twice. It still looks bad, but I feel that it is technically "clean."

Emptying and cleaning out the tanks was not a huge problem at all. I would suggest using a spray attachment from your sink to clean the nooks and crannies of the lid of the dirty water tank. I removed the brushes and cleaned them after the first use, but didn't have the manual with me the second time and couldn't remember how to get them off, so keep the owner's manual handy.

I found the scent left by the liquid cleaning fluid pleasant. Mild and neither cloying nor chemical.

I give this cleaner 3 stars only because of the extra tools. As other reviewers have mentioned, the tool holders on the back of the cleaner are annoyingly ineffective and the tools fell off repeatedly the second time I used the cleaner. This part of the design needs improvement to get another star from me.

Not perfect, but pretty darn good!
I've always liked Hoover products- when the price was right!- and the price on this carpet cleaner was just where I expected it to be. I believe others have reviewed this item and have mentioned some of the "precautions" you might need to take, and they WERE right! The hotter the water the better (boiling about 1/2 the amount is good), pre-spotting is best AND read the directions!! Nothing difficult, but it IS'NT like running a vacuum. Altogether, a very good product that does a more than decent job.