Do I need to vacuum the carpet after I use this product and let it dry? I don't have a vacuum right now but I suppose I can try.
2092559
You don't have to vacuum right afterwards, but there will be dead fleas and flea eggs that will hatch after this is sprayed, so there will be a period of new but "sterile" fleas. It's to your advantage to vacuum as often as you can when you have a flea infestation to keep the generations of fleas and their eggs from multiplying. Also, it's recommended to empty the bag each time you vacuum as the fleas can get out of the bag and infest your vacuum cleaner. Tape over the "hole" in the bag to keep them from coming out in your trashcan and re-infesting the house.
2092560
No. It is not necessary to vacuum after use.......but you really need to get a vacuum.
605052
No. You're supposed to use a cleaning solution diluted with water. The vac disperses the solution onto the carpet, scrubs it, and sucks it back up until the carpet is only slightly damp. There should be no reason to rinse since the mixed is sucked back into the machine into a separate tank for dirty water.
2028071
Yes, you definitely should vacuum prior to cleaning the carpet. It was still pretty full of dog hair and carpet fibers (new wool rug was still shedding). It wasn't hard to clean, several parts to take off and rinse but not hard to put back together.
1576192
I use it to sanitize my carpets after vacuuming my carpers. The unit itself does not have a vacuum though.
1741225
Yes, it does leave the carpet slightly damp but not wet. I found using a fan helps dry the carpet faster.....also depends on whether conditions or if the inside environment is climate controlled.
632825
Ifelt like they are saying to vacuum afterwards because normally you do vacuum carpet and rugs when you use carpet fresh, etc. Maybe the vacuum helps pick up any loose dust. Although, I don't vacuum my puppy's plush toys.
1887110
Actually you need MOVING air to dry carpets. And this puppy will MOVE some air.
850474
I vacuum the area I am going to clean first, or let say I vacuum all my living room and dinning area and then I use the carpet cleaning system on the spots that are dirty from a lot of traffic or stained spots from pets or spills (I buy the foam for pets) and let it dry, for me works wonderful.
425007
Not really, but you have to put pressure on the carpet roller attachment (I think its called the "beater bar"?) to get it to move. I have the same problem as you so I usually vacuum the carpet with the floor attachment. It is a little more labor intensive, but it does work. Maybe even a little better.
2173593
I guess they say you can use it on carpets but not to clean them! Its more like a disinfectant or aomething to take away the smell! I never did though.
2164788
Haven't had the pleasure? yet of cleaning---when vacuuming, usually have upholstery brush attachment available to lightly dust my Dyson---it hasn't needed a really deep clean yet and I use everyday---Have a warm, not hot or humid summer y'all
833888
I don't believe it's intended for use on carpet. There's no vacuum function (at least on mine), and you'd end up with a warm, wet carpet.
1402001
No if you are using the canned foam. I vacuum my rug before cleaning, then scrub in the foam as directed and let dry. After your rug is dry vacuum again and you're finished. I did find that the foam had a strong odor so you may wish to have good ventilation while using.
1185030
You certainly can. I like this spot cleaner well enough, but it doesn't have the greatest suction. It's fine, if you don't mind letting things air dry, but if you do anticipate doing even a moderate amount of carpet cleaning, I would suggest this full-sized cleaner: Hoover F5914900 SteamVac Carpet Cleaner with Clean Surge
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According to the tag, your not supposed to put it in the dryer. However, if your in a hurry, try putting the rug in the dryer on a low setting and then take out to finish drying on a line. But I would check often to make sure it's not shrinking. For myself, it's not worth it.
561277
Ive only vacuumed carpet but I think I could use my pressure washer and heavy duty pressure water soap and clean it out
1176826
It will pick up hairs and dust from carpet while you are shampooing it. It is best to vacuum the carpet first. I don't see how you can use this as a dry vac.