I really don't understand how this draws power in order to use the beater bar for carpets? I have an old system is it compatible?
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Your system must be wired for a powered brush in order to be able to use this cleaning set. You can confirm this by looking at your inlets and looking for 2 small metal pins underneath the opening to the inlet. If you have these installed and wired then you may use a powered cleaning set.
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The end of the hose that hooks into the wall has a power hook up that plugs into an outlet the outlet has to be near the vacuum hook up
435112
I purchased this head and found that although it fits- it does not run the beater bar- I have not been able to figure out why not
1951314
this model comes with a suction powered beater brush for low pile carpet. it gets the job done (best with a new bag). there is another model similar in looks with a motorized beater attachment.
1282369
Would work okay on short pile commercial carpet. Will not work well on longer pile carpet. You would need s rotating beater bar which isn't available as an option for this vac.
871772
More even voltage and current flow then using adapter for pedal. Also all the pedals plug in to it so less power adapter cables running on the floor
2261993
If you had it plugged into a computer it probably used the power from that. It didn't work for me without the adapter being plugged in. If you don't need it, just put it aside just in case you do at some point.
1975494
Actually I used my old one from my previous regular Litter Maid model it was universal. I looked at the one that came with the Elite it is a: AC Adaptor, Class 2 Transformer, Model: AD-12001000AU, Input: 120VAC 60Hz 200mA Output: 12VAC 1000mA. The model number really doesn't matter, but the Input/output and Class 2 are the most important requirements. You can acquire this at a hobby store, yes a Hobby Store. These are used for all kinds of things, this is a pretty standard transformer.
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Yes it would, but keep in mind its a small beater bar. I use it a few times a week and it works as intended . It is light, small, and inexpensive, so its not great for large carpets or in depth cleaning. Good for spot cleaning and quick pickups.
1431969
Watts = Amps x VoltsAll residential Vacs run on 120 Volts.Power used (watts) does not translate into the vacuuming power necessarily. I rely more upon practical considerations. The way the motor was constructed, the ducting, filtering of dust and dirt, all impact efficiency. One way to evaluate the power of a hand vac is the torque you feel in the hand that holds it when you first turn it on. The Scorpion's torque is massive for a hand vac. No battery driven vac can equal it.
1235472
I'm not so sure cause this power mat is kind of old and you have a updated device. You better off looking for a newer version of the power Mat
995370
There was no information in the owner's manual regarding this so I called the 1-800 number for Bissell. The individual at the Call Center could tell me the amperage of the sweeper but was not able to answer the outlet voltage question. I would recommend that the person seeking advice send an e-mail to the company as this is an important life safety issue that should be addressed. www.bissell.com
526506
There is no beater bar on this make/model. Suction is not very good and the air flow channel is limited.
1979386
Absolutely. This vacuum is most convenient in that next to the off and on switch is the switch that controls the beater bar. You can go from carpet to hard surface floor without stopping for even a second. Just flip the switch which is inches from the finger tips and the suction stays, but the brush quits rotating. As you move back to carpet, flip the switch back. So easy.
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Even with the handle fully lowered you cannot have the handle touching the floor and still have the beater bar touch the carpet/floor. The handle must be held 12-14 inches above the floor to have the beater bar fully down against the floor. This is a design flaw and not user correctable. I do not know of an online link to the manual.
506010
I have a PowerMax Plus transformer (40Watt) and it requires 120 VAC (60Hz). There is no indication whatsoever that it could take 240 VAC (220 VAC). The FasTrack works just fine on my medium shag carpet which has a bit of lift to it. I hope this helps!
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I used my old Rainbow wand(not the beater bar) with an attachment for cleaning hard floors. It did not fit snugly so I had used tape to keep the suction strong-worked well(but I am getting some kind of rubber gasket to make it easier). I am not sure of your purpose- to bring up the nap while using suction? This model is small but the power and suction is every bit as good as a Dyson(even a friend of mine with a Dyson said as much after using it), so maybe use the rake on the carpet first and then just vacuum as you usually would? It's a great little vacuum, just needs to be emptied sooner than larger models. I used my old Rainbow wand(not the beater bar) with an attachment for cleaning hard floors. It did not fit snugly so I had used tape to keep the suction strong-worked well(but I am getting some kind of rubber gasket to make it easier). I am not sure of your purpose- to bring up the nap while using suction? This model is small but the power and suction is every bit as good as a Dyson(even a friend of mine with a Dyson said as much after using it), so maybe use the rake on the carpet first and then just vacuum as you usually would? It's a great little vacuum, just needs to be emptied sooner... » Read More I used my old Rainbow wand(not the beater bar) with an attachment for cleaning hard floors. It did not fit snugly so I had used tape to keep the suction strong-worked well(but I am getting some kind of rubber gasket to make it easier). I am not sure of your purpose- to bring up the nap while using suction? This model is small but the power and suction is every bit as good as a Dyson(even a friend of mine with a Dyson said as much after using it), so maybe use the rake on the carpet first and then just vacuum as you usually would? It's a great little vacuum, just needs to be emptied sooner than larger models. « Show Less
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It was specifically designed to work with really thick carpets. Ours is as thick as they can make it and it works terrific. There are two power settings so it can also be used on thin carpets, like a silk one we own, as well as hard floors. It is so light we can carry it up a narrow circular staircase without a problem.