I live in a apartment complex so an outlet to plug this vacuum would be an issue. Does this vacuum require an outlet to plug in when in use?
455745
Yes, the vacuum requires a 120VAC power source (plug). While that may be inconvenient for some, it provides a much better vacuum than a DC vacuum since it has more power.
455746
Yes, it's electric. It does require an outlet. On the plus side, the cord is long. I live in an apartment as well, and the reach has never been an issue. Hope that helps.
697522
No John, it doesn't. I love this vacuum-- it gets out so much more dirt than any other vacuum I have used--- and all the dirt picked up is contained in the receptacle.
989244
It sounds like you have a real problem with either the outlet or your vacuum. Try different outlet and if same result have qualified person check out your vacuum immediately.
1407474
If you buy the unit I reviewed, then yes you will need an outlet, because it has a booster pump, that is the part that requires electrical power. I believe they may have a version of this same unit that doesn't have the booster pump. Those units don't need power.For any of those out there that don't know, RO systems with booster pumps work so much better than units that don't.
121980
It's only an issue if you want the autostart feature. Otherwise plug the tool into a separate outlet. You will have the same problem with other vacuums that offer the autostart feature. It's amazing to me a sound level of only 59 dBA is produced from a vacuum drawing as much amps as the Makita.
818251
Yes, it needs to be plugged in. I am sure there are some battery operated models, this one, however, is not one of those.
1731001
Yes, it can be plugged in and unplugged. There are different models, some a plug based and some are hardwired, some are 120 VAC and I think they might have a 240 VAC model too but jot positive on the last one. Just make sure you get the 120 VAC plug model and you'll be fine.
506824
No, ours just plugs in to a standard outlet. BTW, we have had absolutely no problems with this since we purchased it. Wife loves it...
2017263
it has a carriage that mounts on the wall and plugs in. The vacuum sits on this and re-charges. I put mine inside my closet, but anywhere there is an electric outlet will do.
386653
No, the unit's hose is not wired like a whole house central vacuum system and the unit itself does not have an outlet that is wired either. VacuMaid may offer a unit like that, but for my purposes (cleaning the car in a detached garage) it was not needed.
1146275
No, it plugs into a 110 volt outlet either in the home, garage or shop. it requires 110v power sourece.
1773596
You would have to wire this into your outlet. There are no plugs as part of this unit.
1448572
Yes it does need an outlet, but it works wonderfully...This is our 3rd one and I don't know how we could live without one.
920357
This vacuum must be plugged into a 110 volt outlet that is part of your house's regular electrical system. It will not run on 12 volt DC like your car telephone charger.
1688432
No, it comes with a plug. We used an extension cord so we could place it next to refrigerator in a corner.
1615638
No. It plugs into a wall outlet. I plug mine into a quad outlet on the left side of the wall above my sink/vanity. It has held up. Very well and I am most satisfied.
679456
Yes, but recharging needed which is nothing unusual. With the Roomba 560, 2,000 sq ft vacuumed, swept and mopped this weekend. Best money I've spent!