my shark I just got even full charge sounds weak. The dog hair just sticks to bottom of sweeper does not seem strong. What is your sound like ?
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Ive had my Shark for around 5 years now & have had no problems. I do have to turn in over & get the hair from it but, other than that it's been a great sweeper for me. It doesn't sound weak. It doesn't pick up anything when it's been used alot.
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Be sure that two green lights are showing on the right hand side. If only one, click the button on the right a second time to activate full power. I've been using these for 11 yrs, and I used to own a daycare. I could sweep up all the lunch mess, macaroni, peas, dirt from shoes, cat hair, you name it! Go for it. If both lights are on, be sure it's been charging over night the first time. If that fails, return it. Every once in a while the battery pack itself is bad and doesn't hold a full charge. Good luck!
455122
The Shark I had previously that I broke was better than the one I have now. No dogs for me but my sound is weak and it does not pick up as good as before. I have to go over simple pieces (small ) of paper several times. I would not recommend it to anyone.
455123
Ma k e sure the carpet switch is in the on position and if that dosen't help return it.
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I love my sprite for the way I can maneuver it around my house. As for the noise, I am not the best one to ask as I am sort of deaf. It bothers my dog when I vacuum, but she's spoiled and resents my doing something that doesn't involve her. She is the reason I got the vac in the first place. Sorry I couldn't be of help.
1181982
This is my first clipper so I thought they were all this loud. It doesn't bother me a bit as I just use it at home. Mine arrived without any scratches. Maybe exchange yours?
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I too have encountered the same issues. This is my second Dyson, but it will be my last. If you still have the time to return yours I would recommend doing so and purchasing one of the newer Sharks! This has been the biggest disappointment. Best of luck.
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Have you tried filling it over the max level? Mine always made some noise, but as long as it was full it was more quiet. I'm sure that you already tried cleaning it and everything else that I would think of... Good luck!
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I would say it makes an average vacuum cleaner noise. It does not have a really high (or whiny timbre) I do not currently have any pets...so I can't say for sure.
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I would think things like dog hair would clog the reels-we always vacuum before cleaning to help remove the loose debris to prevent this but I havent used it on any heavy dog or pet hair-always vacuum first especially heavy piles-this a cleaner not a vacuum so vacuuming first is the key-hope that helps but havent had any issues and seems like different circumstances-have you contacted the manufacturer and followed their manual
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Hmm, maybe there is an issue with your unit. Mine (un-altered) blows really hard. My dog and wife are scared of it!
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Carol, We have only had the Shark since Christmas. I believe the manufacturers recommend the vac being charged no more than 7-8 hours at a time. I try to run it all the way down before plugging it in. I would not recommend keeping it plugged into the charger all of the time. Hope this helps. :)
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DO YOU Have the steam and vac? I agree it junk. I have since purchased a Shark steam mop only and it works fine. Amazon only A part of the purchasing process. They don't actually the Shark. Ask to return it for a refund and if it is still in warranty they may help you get your money back. Were you using only distilled water in it?
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I've had the Shark for a few months and I have not experienced that. On the contrary, it handles hair very well. I have a black lab-shepers mix.
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Sorry Rose, I was very disappointed with the Shark. I got rid of it, and bought the Eureka Quick-up 2-in-1. Much better machine.
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It picks up hair but it ALL remains on the brush. After using the vacuum the first time I was dismayed to see how much hair entangled the roller. When I opened the dust cup to see how much was in there, I was amazed. There was NONE. Literally, not a single hair. I would stay away if your goal is to clean up after a pet that sheds.
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When I rinse mine with water and dry it for 24 hours it has really good suction.... That doesn't sound right. Maybe you could try a new filter to rule that out, but to me it sounds like a problem with something else in the vacuum.
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Have you checked the roller in the bottom of the vacuum? Could be tangled with hair. Secondly, the motor and canister areas need to be cleaned out or they will get congested with dust/particles.
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I never banged into a wall with my sweeper but my brush roll quits because it gets clogged with dog hair. I thought it was supposed to be a good sweeper for dog hair but it is not - gets clogged all the time - brushes as well as hose.
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The motor head is worse the brush bar barely touches the floor. I have had both the dc59 animal and the dc59 Motrhead and I like the animal much better. Dyson claims the motorhead works better due to its stand alone powered brush bar but I beg to differ. I think they failed with the brush bar itself and didn't put it low enough. Get the animal, it's a cheaper better vacuum.