Is there a way to use 2 hands when vacuuming? I need to touch the ground to make a tighter seal and dislodge debris from 1.5" rocks. Angle is critica
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I am not quite sure about "using 2 hands." I'm assuming you want to dislodge debris between some small rocks. As a thought can you use the leaf blower?
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I used two hands as I was also trying to dislodge leaves from the rocks of our huge backyard waterfall. It did a reasonable job but I only worked for a short time before I had to stop to rest. Due to the weather I have not tried again as the leaves are now wet.
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I actually do use 2 hands when vacuuming. I just put the strap of the bag over my left shoulder and hold onto the handle with both hands.
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What I have done is grab the handle and the orange base when I needed to make a tighter seal and I adjusted the strap to work around my hip rather than the shoulder. This has been the best tool for cleaning leaves, dust and other debris : ) Hope this helps
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Yes, just put the strap over your shoulder and your hands are free. One for the hand grip and one for the nozzle !!
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I have to hold the handle with two hands often for the same reason as you. Try adjusting the strap in different positions until you find the position most comfortable for both you hands. Try moving the strap to your hip shoulder and waist. Fall 2014 was my first season using this tool, it took me a little while to get used to its weight and angleing. Once I got the hang of it I became much more aggressive with it and it handled beautifully, picking up wet leaves, small twigs and millions of sunflower seed shells that my birds leave behind. This machine, in my humble opinion, is a very good choice to add to you yard cleanup tools. I have to hold the handle with two hands often for the same reason as you. Try adjusting the strap in different positions until you find the position most comfortable for both you hands. Try moving the strap to your hip shoulder and waist. Fall 2014 was my first season using this tool, it took me a little while to get used to its weight and angleing. Once I got the hang of it I became much more aggressive with it and it handled beautifully, picking up wet leaves, small twigs and millions of sunflower seed shells that my birds leave behind. This machine, in my humble opinion, is a very good... » Read More I have to hold the handle with two hands often for the same reason as you. Try adjusting the strap in different positions until you find the position most comfortable for both you hands. Try moving the strap to your hip shoulder and waist. Fall 2014 was my first season using this tool, it took me a little while to get used to its weight and angleing. Once I got the hang of it I became much more aggressive with it and it handled beautifully, picking up wet leaves, small twigs and millions of sunflower seed shells that my birds leave behind. This machine, in my humble opinion, is a very good choice to add to you yard cleanup tools. « Show Less
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The vacuum bag strap is adjustable and the blower/vac is very easy to handle and direct. I have had no issues directing the vac to pick up debris in cracks or small crevices. This is a great tool for yard and garage.
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I'm not sure what you mean. I did get the attachment that lets you use a 33 gallon barrel for your leaf catcher and it comes with a flexible hose that makes it easier than having the bag over your shoulder. It works well.
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The grip requires continuous squeezing or the motor shuts off. The squeezing really tires out your working hand, right one in my case! Should be made easier to use.
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Just a one tool that attaches to the hose and has dual purpose. One end is a crevice tool. It can be flipped over and the other end is a bristle/dust tool. The crevice tool has limited reach of about 4-5 inches because the brush end is broad. This tool docks to the vacuum when not in use.
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look just below the handle on the main upright before you get to the red release latch. there is a decal where it instructs you to "twist to adjust suction...." it's the only thing you can twist. THANKS for asking - i hadn't noticed it before & i need it, too!!
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If you have arthritis in your hands I would not recommend this Unit. The pressure is a little more in this unit compared to the Dyson rechargeable Vac which I also have. Hope this answer helps.
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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!!
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See the dustbin in the center? That whole piece lifts off the large base and you can bring the smaller unit into tight spaces and up and down stairs. The hose and attachments allow you to vacuum the steps. I love not having to lug the whole vacuum when cleaning my steps. I use the crevice tool, not the rotating brush. A couple passes with the crevice tool picks everything up.
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I "think" you must hold down all of the time.....I do.....remember the vacuum is for quick pickups or short vacuuming.
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You take off the floor attachment and put on the long tubelike tool. It is great for getting dirt out of sliding door tracks or in cracks or crevices. The vacuum is a little clumsy to hold with the tool on, but the whole think is so light that it is not a problem.
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Just push lightly from the center. A suction will be created....better and more green than foil or Satan wrap.
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I also use two hands to operate it. The construction is really very solid, and the grinding mechanism has not seized on me yet. I love this little thing. I'd highly recommend it. Good luck.
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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.
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No you cannot. You still need 2 hands to put it in. It works well but a little weak. I would probably buy something different.
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I have 20 years experience with Panasonic uprights in my cleaning business, all with the automatic height adjustment. If you have height adjustment, if you set it too low you may run into "drag" from too much suction. More often, I have found the problem of "hard to push" occurs more from the construction of the carpet than from the vacuum cleaner. Specifically the way the backing is constructed on the underside of the carpet. Try this: if you're getting too much drag pushing the vacuum "lengthwise" on the carpet, try turning it 90 degrees and go "crosswise". Sometimes the backing on the carpet is inhibiting the gliding. That's all I can offer and I hope it helps.
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I just cup my hand/ fingers and go slowly.....the plastic part on top either opens using the slider or you can take it completely off and load. I tried to use a small funnel I had for my shark steamer but the balls were too large. Good thought, but didn't work. A small funnel could work, but it actually doesn't take too long using your hand, I do it over the sink with the trap in so I don't lose any balls.
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I don't think you are able to adjust the vacuum. I think there is only one setting.
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The only way is to depress it all the way.. I normally use two hands using this tool..