Do really need a Dyson to use this?
1788976
No. You do not need a Dyson vacuum for this. Any good vacuum will do. I recommend taking a brush and gently spreading the product into your carpet first. We have a scrub brush attached to a handle for this.
1788977
No, I used it with my Shark vac. It is very thick and almost cat litter texture. It was hard to vacuum up
1869032
You shouldn't have to do anything but I think the vacuum has to be upright when using it.
789100
Yes. I've found it somewhat difficult to unlatch at times... But for a myriad of other reasons, I just use my Shark Navigator instead. I really hate my Dyson at this point.
1252829
Not at home now--but its not the wattage on this machine thata important--it is definitely how it is designed, I have a dyson that sits in the closet except for really big rug jobs--this Shark has become my "goto" vacuum.
972928
It is not necessary. The cleaner has an auto-adjust system which will take care of all surfaces. Nothing to do.
1168515
Yes, I just put the whole vacuum on the sofa or bed and vacuum it that way, but you can use the attachment. It's easy to manage and not so heavy.
832546
I usually vacuum it with my vacuum's furniture attachment have not tried to do a deep cleaning though but I think a shampooer with a furniture attachment would work just fine.
2237071
Well, someone is ranting, but the hundreds of happy Dyson reviewers can't be ignored. I've had the dc17 for over a year. 1) I use the low reach floor tool under furniture. 2) What hardwood attachment? When vacuuming on bare floor, turn the brush bar off. Tada. 3) The hose design is much easier to use, no extension rods to connect. 4) It's 20 lbs, average for the class. There is much heavier. 5) Anything will break if continually abused. I haven't had to use the 5 yr warranty yet. 6) I would seriously take your vacuum off your hands except you seem to have trouble with things breaking on you. Maybe you should stick with the cheap stuff. Hoover's got the Tempo for under $100. Well, someone is ranting, but the hundreds of happy Dyson reviewers can't be ignored. I've had the dc17 for over a year. 1) I use the low reach floor tool under furniture. 2) What hardwood attachment? When vacuuming on bare floor, turn the brush bar off. Tada. 3) The hose design is much easier to use, no extension rods to connect. 4) It's 20 lbs, average for the class. There is much heavier. 5) Anything will break if continually abused. I haven't had to use the 5 yr warranty yet. 6) I would seriously take your vacuum off your hands except you seem to have... » Read More Well, someone is ranting, but the hundreds of happy Dyson reviewers can't be ignored. I've had the dc17 for over a year. 1) I use the low reach floor tool under furniture. 2) What hardwood attachment? When vacuuming on bare floor, turn the brush bar off. Tada. 3) The hose design is much easier to use, no extension rods to connect. 4) It's 20 lbs, average for the class. There is much heavier. 5) Anything will break if continually abused. I haven't had to use the 5 yr warranty yet. 6) I would seriously take your vacuum off your hands except you seem to have trouble with things breaking on you. Maybe you should stick with the cheap stuff. Hoover's got the Tempo for under $100. « Show Less
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No, this is pretty basic. But it does pick up an appalling amount of dust and pet hair, returns to the dock automatically, and avoids stairs and carpet fringe. It's running now, as a matter of fact. We're loving it, and are seriously considering buying another one or even two, as we have a large 3-level home.
939869
Just based on my own negative experiences with my Dyson, I would suggest that you think about getting a swiffer style dry cloth sweeper. It is a lot cheaper, and not nearly as much trouble. I end up having to use one even with my Dyson because this model scratches my hardwood. Good luck!
1441236
Never tried the Dyson. It's great on hardwood, carpet, and definitely pet hair! I have two collies and two cats, so I know whereof I speak on this :-) You do have to empty it almost every time you vacuum with all those pets, but since you aren't paying for bags, no problem!
239932
I don't think any Dyson is worth the cost, however, the only Dyson I have used is the Dyson City DC23. There is little draw. It's actually the brush that picks up the dust and it requires you clean the brush intermittently while vacuuming. I suggest you look at other brands for your needs. I use a Bissell bagless upright and the draw is terrific...strong. I'm sure other brands work well also. This model Dyson would be very difficult to use on stairs as it's cumbersome and heavy.
522804
I don't know that you need to but I bet it works better if you do. And this machine DOES have a switch for this, while some of the other ones don't. It's also unnecessarily noisy and wearing on the machine to have the roller on when you are vacuuming furniture, walls etc.
1412200
I have a few attachments that came with vacuum. I am not crazy about this vacuum. Personally I would not recommend it and will probably give it to my daughter & get another Dyson.
602457
It's too bad no one has replied to your post - I have the same question! I can only tell you that I currently have a Dyson (w/ all hardwood floors & two cats) and I am not impressed. Good luck.
289288
I found the same problem, and more, and returned my Dyson. It proved useless for everything, let alone animal hair. The attachment that is supposed to be so useful for animal hair is not even motor-powered, the sweeping mechanism is weakly powered by the suction only; the vacuum is bulky, the wand is ridiculously cumbersome. It all hype and no convenience or action. I bought a Kenmore no-bag cannister model and it's great, especially for animal hair.
278735
No. That's the idea. Shouldn't need one : ) It blasts dust away with a waft of air. Great for electronics especially.