Does this vacuum fall over easily when using hose and attachments? Someone mentioned that the vacuum overheated - never heard of this before.
841087
No, I've never tipped over this vacuum. Its been great, only complaint is that it is loud.
2134059
I'm sorry,but I haven't used the hose. I bought my Kirby refurbished and when I had a question, I called the business that refurbished the vac. They were great. Answered quickly, made suggestions and solved my problem. Try calling whoever sold yours.
1197641
We use a manual pole vacuum attachment with hose . The method works great with no issues.
1468735
Jenny the handle should not have broken and the vacuum should last much longer than several months. It should be completly useable for years. I imagine you can return it if it's in that condition after a few months. I love mine and never have a problem with it. I have had it for years and it gets daily use.
1059936
No there is no way to relax the coil hose. That's one of its drawbacks and something other reviewers cautioned about. One guy had the Dyson fall down a flight of stairs as he used the coil hose. Everything else releases with a click button. That said, have had the machine since summer and still amazed at the power of the suction.
1285175
I find that only happens when I pull the vacuum back and bump it with my knee, so I just try to be mindful not to tap it and I don't have issues. If that doesn't help, perhaps the button that holds it in place is worn and you need a replacement handle, I can't imagine it being very expensive. It may be free if your vacuum is still covered on warranty.
898117
I just overheated mine the other day, pumping 4 tires from nearly 0 pressure. Let it sit for a few hours, while I did other things, came back and finished the last tire.
2020502
The vacuum is light but I find it flips over very easy going over bumps (floor to carpet) and on simple turns. The hose pivot point is in a weird place. Has carpet and floor attachments and accessories but no place on the vacuum itself to keep the accessories. I don't love this vacuum but have yet to find a vacuum I really like.
1694081
I'm sorry, but we've only been using it for about a week. I can say that in the last week, we have had that same issue. I was hoping it was just am issue with the vacuum getting to know its surroundings, but it seems like that may not be it.
708830
I am very unhappy with mine. Bought it in 2013 and in less than a year I had many overheating issues. Online just now because I am fed up and will replace, after today vacuuming about 150 square feet of combined tile/carpet and having it overheat and automatically turn off. have tried filters, etc., nothing changes. In addition, from the first time we vacuumed cat and dog hair would clog the connector between hose and bag because of how the two connect. Continually having to manually unclog hair for it to not lose suction. I'm surprised so many people like this model. Wish I had returned promptly to Amazon. I am very unhappy with mine. Bought it in 2013 and in less than a year I had many overheating issues. Online just now because I am fed up and will replace, after today vacuuming about 150 square feet of combined tile/carpet and having it overheat and automatically turn off. have tried filters, etc., nothing changes. In addition, from the first time we vacuumed cat and dog hair would clog the connector between hose and bag because of how the two connect. Continually having to manually unclog hair for it to not lose suction. I'm surprised so many people like this model. Wish I had returned... » Read More I am very unhappy with mine. Bought it in 2013 and in less than a year I had many overheating issues. Online just now because I am fed up and will replace, after today vacuuming about 150 square feet of combined tile/carpet and having it overheat and automatically turn off. have tried filters, etc., nothing changes. In addition, from the first time we vacuumed cat and dog hair would clog the connector between hose and bag because of how the two connect. Continually having to manually unclog hair for it to not lose suction. I'm surprised so many people like this model. Wish I had returned promptly to Amazon. « Show Less
2014209
No I never had any problems with that. I did have problems last year (bought this several years ago) with wires breaking in the head. Best vacuum I ever had. Beat my friend's Dyson! Picked up more dirt
883483
The vac is not self-propelled; when not powered up it is heavy to push over carpet. However, when it is turned on it is very easy to maneuver, probably because of the spinning roller-brush. No problem on hard floors of course. Heaviness is not a concern, in my opinion.
492941
I have never noticed the handle and hose being that hot, but the steam output vents are very hot! Always grab the steam head handle so that steam vents point away from you. The base is stable provided common sense is used while steaming--example, hang clothes correctly and don't twist the hose while in use. I have never had the steamer tip or even come close. The water tank is situated in the base as well, and that helps add stability too.
1059937
The short answer is "no". You have discovered the biggest issue with this product. Some say over time/usage the hose should relax but that is wishful thinking. If you read through the hundreds of reviews you have uncovered the biggest drawback to this device. Dyson has been contact by many owners but offers no resolution to the problem. I personally contacted them and frankly they do not see it as an issue. The fact that the machine will pull to you or fall over to me personally feels a bit like a misjudgment in the product design but that's just my opinion. We no longer use that part of the device and have reverted back to using an Oreck handheld for any cleaning that requires a hose/attachments. The short answer is "no". You have discovered the biggest issue with this product. Some say over time/usage the hose should relax but that is wishful thinking. If you read through the hundreds of reviews you have uncovered the biggest drawback to this device. Dyson has been contact by many owners but offers no resolution to the problem. I personally contacted them and frankly they do not see it as an issue. The fact that the machine will pull to you or fall over to me personally feels a bit like a misjudgment in the product design but that's just my opinion. We no longer use that... » Read More The short answer is "no". You have discovered the biggest issue with this product. Some say over time/usage the hose should relax but that is wishful thinking. If you read through the hundreds of reviews you have uncovered the biggest drawback to this device. Dyson has been contact by many owners but offers no resolution to the problem. I personally contacted them and frankly they do not see it as an issue. The fact that the machine will pull to you or fall over to me personally feels a bit like a misjudgment in the product design but that's just my opinion. We no longer use that part of the device and have reverted back to using an Oreck handheld for any cleaning that requires a hose/attachments. « Show Less
1408408
I found this vacuum to be a little hard to handle, the hose keeps getting on my way, it heavy plus it's not very good using it on carpet, I ended up buying a tool for hardwood floors and that its it's in use, hope it helps!
1467328
I haven' had a problem at all. I do make sure there are any larger chunks of things on the floor though. A piece of glass might flip around in the beater bar and scratch the wood. That's the case with any vacuum I suppose. I've been really happy with it. Only complaint is that the cord gets in the way.
442416
Honestly I have not noticed, my Mac never seems to over heat. No matter how long or how much work I performUsing it. I believe the construction of the case still somehow allows sufficient air flow. However if it is a concern for you, perhaps search for another case, but from my experience I have had no problem or complaints with it!