Is there a release button to relax the coil hose so it isn't impossibly tight to use? It seems that it will pull the vacuum with it.
1059935
To the best of my knowledge, the hose itself does not have a release button, however with some use it will ease up. I have carefully extended it to the max length a few times before use and it seems to be easier to extend. Note that you don't it to be too loose or it will not store as well. I agree that a spring load mechanism of some type to allow for easier retraction and extension would be a good innovation.
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.
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
264602
Yes, The hose pulls up out of the handle . There are other attachments you can purchase.
1937642
The brush twists and pulls... It has very thin guides in the plastic that if you twist or pull too hard you can pull the brush right off the hose. You need to put the brush back in original position to get the vacuum back.
1061316
I'm having the same problem . Don't know why . Just bought last year. Not happy with product, seems like the hose isn't long enough. Tried with regular vacuum hose and it worked a lot better but not great . Found it easier to just do it the old fashion way.
144598
Where the stick handle meets the body of the vacuum there is a little black flat piece, pull the top of that black clip back and it will release the handle. I hope that helps!!
1913761
Moya Vacuum Shop offers the same hose with button-lock if required. Otherwise, we can certainly offer you a friction-fit set of chromed wands compatible with this hose.
705336
I'm sure it will loosen over time. We have an earlier Eureka model and the down side was that the handle release gave out early making it difficult to stand up the vacuum when not in use. I would prefer your problem to mine.
1895912
Well, it's a good sturdy switch. I don't know about that kind of cord - they're usually fatter than normal, aren't they? It might work if you need a way to switch off a vacuum and this is your last hope. I don't know why you just can't pull the plug, but of course that's up to you. i think I'd try it if a regular appliance repair service had no answer for you. But if it's not actually strong enough to handle the required amount of electricity, what would happen - fire? I'd definitely find out about that before putting it on the vac cord!
1209221
There is a picture on the side of the vacuum. It's tricky and you need the tool to grab and twist it on, but it can be done. Hope that helps.
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.
980971
I purchased this item as a gift. But did notice it had a vacuum hose which I assumed was to do just that. Sorry I couldn't really answer your question completely.
468444
The best thing is to have a ball valve installed in the line that you close off first before turning off the pump. The reason for not shutting it off, is the vacuum you just pulled will suck oil back from the pump back into whatever you just pulled the vacuum on if you just turn it off without some sort of shutoff valve. BTW, some pumps have this valve built in. This one does not.
1193327
You need to pull back on the black housing, push the hose in to the nossle & then release the housing. Takes some practice but once you get the hang of it, it's cool
1438775
The top part of the handle folds down with a push of a button. It is not removed, and you don't have fold it down to charge the vacuum.
925943
There is no quick release for the cord, but don't let that be a determining factor for this awesome vacuum. It is light and easy to carry. I love the strap on it which allows me to safely use a ladder for high areas. It doesn't take up much room to store. I have a large shop vac, a small shop vac a high quality canister vac and a very heavy upright vac and this little guy is the one I use most of the time. Better get it!
610777
No. As for me, I'd rather wind the cord by hand anyway. I've seen too many vacuums with broken retractors and coils of cord stacked on the front.
1604769
That round devise on the end pulls off, then an x tension can be pulled out to go into cushion. The end piece has a brush rotating device just like a regular vacuum cleaner. Nifty The only thing I don't like is that it makes more noise than it picks up. Jacques