Any tips for getting better suction? Mine seems to work some days &amp; other days require constant pumping.
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Make sure the stopper in the top is locked downed and the directional valve is all they way in the direction you want to fill or extract.
1071989
So they just contract and stay contracted? Has the pump worked for you before or is this the first time you're using it? First, I'd make sure all the parts are connected properly (push firmly at each connection), especially the white valves underneath the flanges. If that doesn't help, inspect each part of the kit (valves, diaphragm, tubing) for any tears or holes. Do you have any spare parts you can swap out to see if it's one of your parts? If none of the above work, try using the manual pump with the kit for now and call Customer Service. It may be your motor. :( I had problems with suction a few times but it was always the result of forgetting to properly assemble some part, probably because of sleep deprivation. Hopefully it starts working for you soon!
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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.
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Our problem was with the "fit" of the tank where it seated/sealed with the suction system. The vacuum pump worked. I have found in the past that when a major component of a lower end vacuum cleaner goes bad that repair is as expensive as replacement. Our Bissell now works ok after some adjustment and I will modify my previous criticism. I hope this helps to avoid wasting time and money.
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I aven't ot a clue! I wondered te same thing. I guess we will just have to contact the seller, huh. I find that the pump intake clogs up frequently. Calls for a lot of cleaning. I love it though.
1608307
I have the same problem. All this vacuum is good for is touch up cleaning. Not powerful enough for anything else.
740650
If its hard to pump from the beginning, its not working properly. As pressure goes up it gets a little harder to pump.
2133105
I just started pumping - push down on the top. It takes 5-8 pumps to start working, but it'll go eventually.
1977004
Did you clean the machine well before you used it? Mine was a lemon and kept getting clogged we kept having to clean the trap and finally the water would not come out at all. I think this machine really sucks.
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mema666, i think the issue would be how hard you thing is sucking. i have not seen my do this. maybe test the pressure that is being sucked up?
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Sorry, can't help you with this. The simple solution may be to just not pump as much.
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I am having the same problem, the attachments, once on the hose do a great job, but is such a pain! The hose is too short to be effective, and the "wand" is cumbersome. My only complaint about this vacuum.
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I agree with the answers gave, does not take much suction. First time I used it I wondered also. Filled the cup full by the next morning.
803305
Mine takes FOREVER. I get about a gallon per day and have been using it regularly for a couple months now. I know something must be wrong, but I don't know what.
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Suzanne, I am having the same difficulties with this vacuum. I usually cannot get it open to take out the dirt and dog hair, so I end up pulling it out with my fingers - YUK! I finally was able to get the entire thing apart to wash it all and there is debris behind the screen that I have no idea how to get out, so I just kept forcing water through it...very frustrating. I am sorry that I bought this vacuum. It was a lot of hype over nothing.
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It won't get full to the top, especially if you are emptying it a few times a day. You just squeeze it a little to release the suction and pull it out!
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Not yet....I needs to call Dyson for the THIRD time! They have told me to soak the filter for an hour (that maybe it hadn't really got clean), and to ensure the filter door is in place properly. I am still having issues! It seems to happen after the motor has warmed up, then it is every few seconds. Will let you know if I find out anything that actually works!