Does the brush rotate? If so, is it electrically powered or rotated by air suction?
1084108
The brush does rotate and appears to be powered by either belt or direct drive action. I have the older model and it also had a rotating brush. In both cases, you can operate with or without brush rotation. When you first slide the on/off switch forward you get only suction. The next " click " engages the brush. Pulling the switch " back " from the off position releases the dust cup for cleaning.
2083218
Not really. I've never found one that really works well. The old canister model was so much more powerful and sturdy in every way. The hand brush works better than other models I have used, but unlike the canister vacs, there is no power going to the head. The best suction/spinning brush action was in the old canister vacs. This is a decent machine for the price -- better than others I've used that are similar, but still not entirely effective. The suction is pretty good, though, compared with current competitors.
549625
It has a "curl release" button which allows you to manually turn the brush (I guess in case it gets tangled in hair). It doesn't automatically rotate as it dries like the Perfecter apparently does.
1720186
No, the brush stays in place. I am very pleased with this vacuum and the ease of use.
513627
It does not rotate. This vacuum is a very powerful & quiet, basic vacuum.You can rotate the hose nozzle with a bit of force to accomplish the same goal.
1951313
The turbo-head attachment that came with mine has a rotating brush inside the head. it works on a suction basis and is not powered (like my old Kenmore was) Be warned though, it will bind and or stop on thick pile carpet.
2217528
There is no belt, suction powers the brush. I'm quite happy with mine. It cuts down on the time I use to 'touch up' clean around the house, especially the kitchen. It's also great for vacuuming the small carpets in the kitchen.
96035
The brush is motorized!!! It is turned by a rubber belt from the vacuum motor just like all good vacuums. And it is powerful! I was really surprised that it cleans the couch so well. I have 4 cats so you can imagine! The brush really cleans deep but it doesn't seem to hurt the micro suede material.
876409
IN upright mode no -- when you bring handle down the brushes start spinning and that moves it some but not powered wheels or anything.
853462
It rotates toward the dust collector. Good saw I am using it for concrete cutting. I use a garden sprayer for the blade and vac up wit a shop vac while cutting. I would recommend a very heavy chord with a 20 amp dedicated circuit
1753664
No, it does not rotate. I do not know if it picks up more outdoors. Mine is indoors.
1517416
No, the brush rotates on all settings. If you notice it not spinning, it is because the belt broke. I had that happen to me several times. I had to call for replacement belts.
84679
It rotates with both battery power and plugged in. What I wish is that there was a way to turn the rotation off.
513628
No, the hose does not rotate but it is made of high quality flexible material that does not kink easily, if at all. The head does turn sideways but because the design is asymmetrical, it keeps twisting to wherever it wants to go so it is almost impossible to adjust it to a fixed position. I've been using an attachment I luckily saved from an old vacuum, or else the crevice tool, to get under upholstery and beds. P.S. The suction of this little vacuum is terrific but I don't like it anywhere near as well as my old Mighty Mite. I opted for the AirExcel because it was bag-less; the only drawback to the Mighty Mite is having to purchase bags frequently.
1474107
I think when i use attachments sweeper brush stop turning and i think also in upright position.
1410897
Not sure if you would call it spinning but the outer ring brush is inmobile and the center brush moves. The center brush either or pulsate and spin. You may want to call Clarasonic or go to their website for explanation.
1401401
No rotating brush, but it will work good... Sucks hard and has a brush attachment you can use on carpet.