How well does the bag work? Is it easy to tell when it is full and needs replaced?
878571
Bag works well and pretty easy to get new ones. The vacuum has a gauge that shows when the bag needs to be replaced.
1113340
Yes, battery is easy to replace. There is no indicator as to when the battery is low, but you can tell when you use the scale and the light is dimmer than normal. No idea how long the battery lasts. I only use it once or twice a year. One caution, make sure the scaled is balanced with the weight of the bag, otherwise you will get an inaccurate (lighter weight) reading. This cost me extra money when coming back from Europe last year...
327273
No, I have not as yet. My strap is raveling and will soon need replacement. I ordered two Bags,.
1790845
I buy the filtrete brand of bags- much better and far cheaper than the Miele brand of bags. I love the S8380 and I still use my 17 year old red star when needed. As for how often do I change the bag- hard to say- when needed. It doesn't seem excessive.
929392
After receiving your question I checked mine out to see if there are any tears and it looks like the day I got it. Honestly it's the best bag I ever owned. I think they have a lifetime guarantee so get with Maxpedition to see if they will repair or replace.
846754
It is fantastic. I have a multiple cat household and I only change the bag every three weeks. In the recommendations from the manufacturer states that with one cat you would only have to change the bag every two to three months. It doesn't smell up your house either. I am considering getting another one for the upstairs. I give it a 5 star rating.
1168950
I'm not sure. I have had mine for a few years now ... maybe 3, and my bags are as good as they were the day I received it. If replacements are necessary, it won't be for several years. Good, sturdy product.
2184876
Hi it's not completely clear but you can see the liquid going down and know when the bag is empty.
998945
Hi. i would make sure that the bag is clean even if it looks empty. i had that problem.
1044964
I have used one of these bags for daily commuting for three years. The only time anything has even hit the spokes is when I forgot to connect one of the hooks. The straps have not been an issue
2236767
You replace the entire unit. The bag is heavy duty and is rinsed daily. It has lasted a year and is still just fine! I am sure it will need replacement, but not yet!
271644
Good question. Never had that problem, but the zipper on mine got stripped a couple of months ago so I'm getting a new one just like the old one. Great little bag though, no complaints on mine, got a lot of good use out of it.
2030663
I had not used mine much when it got holes in it. Since I had it only short time contacted company and they sent me a replacement bag. They do sell replacement bags. The bags in my opinion are not of good quality, and when I used the new bag first time this week I think I may have figured out 1 reason it was short lived. Even though I was vacuuming leaves, some pine straw drifts in from nearby trees. When I went to clean the bag, pieces of pine needles were stuck into the material. The book says bag capacity is 14 gallons. It's not a really big bag. At one time I had a gas powered chipper shredder and its bag appeared to be of nylon and was heavy duty, lasted through years of use. Whatever material this bag is made of is not as durable.
1994311
It depends on the size of the bag. Not long at all. I love this device. I have saved money by using it. You should play with it to get used to using it as with anything new. Ive found it to be worth having.
659043
I've had mine open for about 2 years and it is still fine.After I take some out I make sure the bag is tightly closed and remove as much air as possible.
1369729
Check with Q Industries customer service. I have found them be very responsive. I had to replace the air hose as it came apart after several years use. I wrote a review and in the review complained that the plastic catches on the bag broke when I was putting the compressor up after replacing the hose. They evidently read the review and sent me a new bag free of charge.
930558
Unsure which bag you are comparing to so difficult to compare for you. I can say, I have had this bag for about 8 months and am pleased with quality and functionality. I would make sure to purchase it filled!!! They pack bag correctly and evenly. I would even pay the extra to have them pack it!!