does it need vacuum bags?
920815
Yes. I get them from a local store that sells vacuums, and have also purchased them from Wal-Mart.
781273
Yes you would need to vacuum first, but honestly this thing is not going to clean your carpets.
2184174
Yes. The vacuum is created by using Ziploc's hand pump with a valve that's installed in the bag. But just like any Ziploc you reuse, it should be washed. And, if you're not using "Perfect Portion" bags in side the vacuum bag, make sure the valve is clean as well, especially of blood or "juice" from meats.
896359
excellent question! I did research before buying this vacuum and it turns out you need to buy the bags directly from GreatVac. I will bring one bag next time to Walmart to see if they carry some standard ones with the same size.
1523282
Yes but I had to re-vacuum the large bags after a few months. Also don't over stuff them, they rip easily!
1454350
No. But you can leave a small opening when you zip close the bag and put the vacuum hose there to such out the air and close it entirely when you are done.
541166
it comes with an extra bag. i bought some extra to take advantage of the free shipping since i was already buying the vacuum. i've heard the bags are hard to find, so i just bought some to have on hand.
2074458
Yes, it's open mesh, so you do need bags. The air flow keeps it dry enough that you don't have to wash the bin as often as you do the closed bins that seem to collect slime in the bottom whether you use a bag or not. I like it, but the one improvement I'd make would be some sort of clip to anchor the bags so they don't fall in when you're dumping scraps into the bin.
239476
Yes. You do have to buy bags. Just make sure you buy the right ones. Made that mistake once. And they can be mounted with hardware or a big sticky thing on the back. All of ours are mounted with the sticky tape and all do just fine. Hope this helps.
541172
The vacuum does come with one bag. I did order replacement bags from Amazon, so I would have them on hand. Have a shedding cat!! The bags are marked Eureka MM. Joanne C
980442
Yes. Be sure to have the bag attached and the control on vacuum.When in blower mode it only blows leaves, does not suck them up and shred.
1046480
Yes. If comes with the vacuum hose & I think 2 or 4 rolls of bags. I should know exactly being it's my second one.
1960842
No - it is a wonderful little vacuum. I am very pleased with it- it has a lot of power for a dustbuster.
1802666
No sawdust bag is included. It comes with the standard exhaust port opening size to easily attach your shop vac. I slide my Ridgid vacuum hose right onto the opening, turn it on, run the saw... and boom... done. Hardly any mess left to clean up at the end of the project.
1517415
No, but don't let that worry you. This is by far the best vac. I've had. I have wooden floors and rugs, and a very hariry dog. Picks everything up. The lady that cleans for me, loves this vac.
781275
Yes, you must vacuum first. Carpeted stairs should not be a problem. The unit it light weight and maneuverable enough for stairs.
2225751
Yes these do need a vacuum but there is a set for travel purposes that don't