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Protecting a piano from carpet cleaner is something you can do through the careful use of the right type of castor cups. Protect a piano from carpet cleaner with help from an experienced piano technician in this free video clip.
Pool vacuum cleaners range from economical models that depend on your pool pump for their cleaning muscle to automated robotic cleaners that handle the entire job on their own. The type of cleaner that's right for you depends on your budget, your cleaning needs and the robustness of your pool pump.
Dogs have a tendency to attack things that make loud noises if they aren't trained properly. Keep your dog from attacking the vacuum cleaner with help from a certified professional dog trainer in this free video clip.
Cleaning an air filter in a home appliance or automobile can be more trouble than buying a replacement. Choosing to vacuum the air cleaner may seem like a quick solution, but the practice can be harmful for air quality, the vacuum and the air cleaner. Following the manufacturer's instructions to clean the system can help mitigate any release of stored dust into the air.
The Motorcraft 2150 is a type of engine used on a variety of automobiles. Like all automobile engines, the 2150 includes a vacuum hose system for managing airflow. These hoses draw air into the engine and maintain it at specific pressures and even temperatures until it is mixed with the fuel and injected into the combustion chambers that the engine uses. Hose routing specs are a key part of engine maintenance and troubleshooting.
When selecting a carpet cleaner you always want to make sure what you choose will be safe for your pets. Learn about the safest carpet cleaner for pets with help from a carpet cleaning professional in this free video clip.
You don't necessarily have to use store-bought cleaner in your carpet cleaning machines. Make homemade cleaner for carpet cleaning machines with help from a carpet cleaning professional in this free video clip.
A variety of fireplaces burn a variety of fuel, but all fireplaces require chimneys to eliminate the byproducts of combustion. Wood fireplaces especially require a healthy chimney because burning wood causes creosote to build up in the chimney and the material will ignite if it gets too hot. Fireproofing the chimney for a wood fireplace requires regular maintenance and some specific materials.
Hoover’s line of Wind Tunnel vacuums include the bag-less model with cyclonic technology. The agitator brush button is a small, plastic knob on top of the base of the unit that adjusts the brush roll to clean different types of carpets and hard floor surfaces. If the button isn’t working properly, it’s most likely broken in the button’s housing and should be replaced with a new knob.
Quadra-Fire manufactures a line of wood-pellet stoves for residential use. The stove burns small pellets of compressed wood for fuel. These are fed from a motorized hopper into the burning chamber. A vacuum switch installed in the unit detects when fuel is low based on changes in air pressure inside the stove. The switch sends a signal to the auger motor to force more pellets from the hopper into the stove. Troubleshooting the switch takes only a few minutes.
A vacuum cleaner’s brush roll turns to pick up dust and debris from your carpet. The turning motion comes from a motor pulley attached to a belt and brush roll. The motor pulley is a small mechanism attached to the motor that rotates when you turn on the vacuum. If the motor pulley is not turning, there are several possible causes.
Although the Regina Company went bankrupt and closed in 1995, many of its vacuums are still used to clean up spills and sweep away grime in houses across the United States. Bags for a number of models continue to be available from many sources, primarily online retailers.
"Hoover" is a well-known brand name associated with vacuums, and the Hoover vacuum offers the self-propelled, canister and upright models. One feature all vacuums have in common is the on-and-off switch, which powers up and powers down the machine. Occasionally, however, the mechanism fails to work and needs to be replaced. Fortunately, this home repair for your Hoover vacuum is a simple procedure that only takes a few minutes and a few tools.
General Electric, or GE, has been in operation since 1892. Since the middle of the 20th century it has manufactured and sold many small, household appliances, among them an array of affordable and relatively lightweight vacuum cleaners. Selling everything from upright to canister and compact to central models, bag choices depend solely on the vacuum model you are using.
HEI is a manufacturing company that produces a number of machinery components, including vacuum advances. In automobile engines, the combustion process must be started slightly before the piston is in place to match maximum combustion force with the fully extended position of the piston. The vacuum advance component helps delay the ignition spark. Problems with the vacuum advance are often connected to clogs or worn-out parts.
Pulling a hot plug from an outlet can be disconcerting -- and can lead to fire in certain circumstances. Appliance plugs should feel cool to the touch, not warm or hot. Several factors could cause the appliance plug to overheat. Troubleshoot your vacuum as soon as you experience a hot cord, since delay can be dangerous.
The Hoover Company produces a line of canister and upright vacuums called the WindTunnel series. The Mach 6.1 WindTunnel vacuum is an upright version featuring a check bag indicator light that tells you when to change the bag for optimal vacuuming power. The check bag indicator light activates for several different reasons.
If the retractable power cord on your vacuum begins to fray or breaks, it's not only a pain but it's also potentially dangerous. Frayed wires are both an electrical hazard and a fire danger. Fortunately, it's possible to fix a damaged power cord by removing the damaged section and installing a replacement plug. Adding a new plug the right way will ensure that you get all the life out of your vacuum that you can and that the device remains safe to use.
One way to save money on your energy bills is to add blown-in insulation to your attic or walls. If you don't own an insulation blower and don't want to rent one, you can build your own. A homemade device will work effectively if the space you have to fill is small and contained. The blower works by forcing the insulating material, usually cellulose, into a cavity. The key components of the blower are a container for the insulation, a hose and a blower.
Using your Shark Portable Pro Steam Cleaner S3325 to clean can help you avoid harsh soaps, cleansers or chemicals in your home. The scalding mist breaks up deep or hardened stains and then you wipe up the dirt and debris with a towel. Using the S335 is as simple as attaching your favorite attachment, aiming and pressing the release button. You may have trouble operating, cleaning or maintaining the unit, however.
All vacuum cleaners have a motor shaft and vent. Vacuum models that have a motor shaft vent also have a filter that covers the vent. On an upright vacuum, the shaft is in the central part of the unit that holds the bag on the bottom of the canister. On most canister vacuums, the shaft is in the back of the canister.
F5906-900 and F5903-900 are two models of the Hoover SteamVac. During the design process in manufacturing, the original and each change made to the original SteamVac are assigned model numbers. Changes make improvements or replace parts no longer available for manufacturing. The differences between the F5906-900 and the F5903-900 Hoover SteamVac model are small.
Versatile low-flow steam cleaners offer an environmentally friendly way of cleaning a variety of surfaces. Steam cleaners were first available in Europe and are now used in other areas. Other names for them are vapor or dry steam cleaners. They clean by heating water to a high temperature so it is vaporized. The mist contains little water but penetrates deeply because of fine droplet size, so high pressure isn't needed. Detergents aren't usually required because the high temperatures emulsify grease; loosen dirt; and kill bacteria, dust mites and molds. Dirt is absorbed by a terry-cloth bonnet or wiped up with…
Robot vacuum cleaners are designed to pursue random patterns. They travel in one direction until encountering an obstacle and then modify their path accordingly. A sufficient number of adjustments, made over a sufficient amount of time, enables the robot to eventually cover an entire room. Although likely to be unique in their results, all projects involving robot vacuum cleaners should take into account a number of constant factors.
The portability of cordless vacuum cleaners makes it easier to clean messes. Not having to worry about plugging the model in and dealing with a cord makes cleaning faster and more convenient. The downside of many of these models, though, is that they lack power to do bigger jobs. Some models do have adequate power, and choosing the right model for your budget and home can help you enjoy the convenience of these cordless models.
When it comes to keeping your carpets clean, a quality vacuum is extremely valuable. Gone are the days of pushing and pulling heavy, stubborn vacuums. A self-propelled vacuum can save you an enormous amount of effort. Features that make some self-propelled vacuums better than others are ease of use, affordability, portability and suctioning power. If you're in the market for a new vacuum, consider a few top performers among self-propelled vacuums. These models gained high customer review ratings on multiple websites.
The brush tensioner inside of a Dyson vacuum cleaner is an important piece of the appliance. It is the long black bar lined with sets of red bristles that is set horizontally along the suction mouth of the Dyson. A Dyson cleaner with a broken brush tensioner will not be able to properly collect dirt, dust and grime from your floors. While a replacement brush tensioner is simple to install into the Dyson, it is even more straightforward to remove the faulty piece.
A bad electric motor on the Hoover convertible vacuum cleaner doesn't have to bring housework to a grinding halt. Instead of buying a new vacuum or spending money on repairs, motor rebuild kits are an alternative. The Hoover motor is made up of basic components that wear out over time. These parts include the motor bearings, brushes and collector rings. Motor rebuild kits are available for sale from Hoover distributors. Disassembling and rebuilding the motor from the kit will take an hour or two.
The Rainbow E1 vacuum is one of several models in the E series. Rainbow vacuums use a water container, rather than a bag or canister to collect dirt and debris during use. If the cord is damaged, it can be purchased from a variety of vacuum parts retailers and replaced.
Vacuum cleaner manufacturers often market their vacuums as having “powerful suction”; however, over time, suction power is lost for a variety of reasons. There are several ways to measure the suction of a vacuum cleaner and regain its suction to function properly. With good routine maintenance, you can continue to clean your carpets and hard floor surfaces efficiently.
Thermax describes the AF1 as a "home environment cleaning system." In vacuum mode, it is used like any other cleaner to remove dust and dirt from floors, furniture, upholstery, walls and ceilings. It has a wet vacuum function, which means it can be used to clean up liquid spills or overflows from sinks and basins. The AF1 also incorporates a hot water extraction cleaning system for use on upholstery and carpets. If you experience difficulties with this machine, there are a number of simple checks to make which should solve the problem.
Vacuum cleaners contend with a variety of debris. They can easily become clogged with time and heavy use. Loss of suction is the most common sign of a vacuum cleaner blockage, but a high-pitched whining sound and noticeable heat emanations from the unit’s body are other signs. If a blockage occurs, clearing it as soon as possible restoring proper function avoids permanent damage to the machine.
The beater bar on your Dyson vacuum does the lion's share of the cleaning work. It whisks up dirt, hair and debris and beats the carpet fibers clean. If you don't regularly clean your Dyson vacuum's beater bar, it can get clogged. Hairs tangle and wind through it and fuzz gets stuck between the fibers. If the problem gets bad enough, the vacuum beater bar may slow its rotation, make a ratcheting sound or stop spinning altogether. Luckily, this common problem is easy to fix. To avoid getting into this kind of trouble again, clean your beater bar once monthly.
The Bissell PowerSteamer Pro Deluxe is a household cleaning appliance used to deep clean dirt and allergens from carpet fibers and hardwood floors, and it features a patented PowerBrush to loosen soiled areas. If your PowerSteamer's brush is unable to turn while the appliance is in use, the pump belt probably is broken, which prevents the appliance from rotating the brush during the cleaning process. Both the pump belt and brush belt are replaceable in the machine without professional service, as the PowerSteamer Pro Deluxe includes a belt access door for manual replacement.
The heating function may vary slightly on different steam cleaner models, but most operate in a similar fashion. Fixing heating problems with a steam cleaner primarily requires that you double-check to make sure that you are using the appliance correctly. If after ensuring that you are using the steam cleaner according to the operating instructions and it still doesn't heat, you may need to have it serviced.
Hot tubs can be a fun but expensive and time-consuming investment. Even with regular maintenance, they sometimes leak. A leak in your hot tub doesn't have to mean the end of your hot tub parties or relaxing soaks, however. Many leaks are relatively simple to fix — if you can find them. Although it is possible to purchase a leak locating kit, you can find your hot tub's leak for free using an old boater's trick.
A central vacuum cleaner is a unit installed in an area such as a basement or garage. Hoses or PVC pipes are connected to the unit and outlets throughout the house. To use the central vacuum, a hose is connected to one of the outlets and attached to cleaning accessories. Dust and debris are then collected in the central vacuum unit when the unit is turned on. Like many standard vacuum cleaners, the central vacuum cleaner can collect a large amount of dust in the unit, thus requiring dust care and maintenance. Unplug the unit when performing maintenance on it.
Steam cleaners are used for a variety of cleaning and sanitizing solutions for homes and industrial applications. Steam doesn’t harm the environment because it uses heat and no harsh cleaning chemicals. Steam can remove stubborn stains and buildup similar to cleaning chemicals. A steam cleaner can be used on water supply lines, depending on its strength and the amount of water pressure used.
Many household vacuum cleaners simply plug into electrical outlets and contain hoses and other components that expand the range of the vacuum. However, other vacuum cleaners make use of electric hoses that control powered cleaning heads and attachments. While electric hoses are necessary for certain types of vacuums, they also pose dangers that users need to be aware of.
Much of the Bissell vacuum body is made from composite plastic. Although this makes the vacuum lightweight, the exterior parts are prone to damage. The most common damage to a broken cord wrap is that it does not stay in place. This is usually due to the threads of the screw stripping inside the plastic mounting hole. Fixing a broken cord wrap on a Bissell vacuum is similar to repairing stripped threads on a standard screw.
A vacuum cleaner that isn't properly maintained loses its suction over time, rendering it useless. With regular maintenance, you can keep the machine free of clogs and functioning well so the vacuum is able to continue operating as expected. Vacuums vary in how they operate and the components included, so you should familiarize yourself with your machine when you purchase it. If you notice your machine begins to lose suction, troubleshoot the situation to stop the problem before it worsens.
Hauling out a heavy canister vacuum and finding an outlet can be unwieldy and time consuming. When the problem is just a small spill, cordless hand-held and stick vacuums are lighter, more agile alternatives. The convenience comes at a cost since cordless vacuums often lack the suction power of their heavy counterparts. However, some models have received kudos from professionals and consumers for their suction power.
The Eureka Optima vacuum is a small, lightweight appliance that works well in small spaces and for quick clean-ups on carpets and hard floors. The vacuum weighs just over 11 pounds and is available in three models. The vacuum has a variety of functions to enable and disable different parts of the machine.
Gravel cleaners consist of a siphon and a hose in order to suck out debris from gravel. You cannot use a gravel vacuum cleaner in a pond. Gravel vacuum cleaners are only available for aquariums – even very large aquariums, but they are not made large enough to clean a pond. Because of a pond’s large size, it is far more complicated to clean one than it is to clean the gravel layer in an aquarium.
Professional carpet extractors have a base unit to hold and heat water and an extraction wand to distribute the extracted the water. Some manufacturers have specific extraction wands, and others use a standard wand universal to many carpet extractor brands. Ensure the wand is compatible with the carpet extractor before attempting to connect the extraction wand.
Kenmore vacuum cleaners are available in upright, canister and built-in models. All versions have different mechanical layouts. Kenmore canister vacuums have a built-in overload protector than functions similarly to a fuse, while the rest do not. If a power surge occurs or if the motor on your Kenmore canister vacuum begins to overwork, the overload protector kicks in, the power cuts off. With Kenmore built-in and upright vacuums, any blown fuses or power interruptions occur outside of the machine itself in the electricity supply.
While making a vacuum completely quiet is a task that is not achievable, there are ways you can tone down the noise level on an excessively loud vacuum cleaner. With use, vacuums tend to become louder, as their motors and parts are exercised. When your vacuum reaches a level that you can no longer bear, try some tricks to quiet it down.
Most residential sprinkler systems contain a vacuum that prevents water from flowing backward from the irrigation pipes into the main supply line. A vacuum breaker is a brass device that harnesses this suction and acts as a check valve. The vacuum breaker is a critical piece of safety equipment, as water that enters your sprinkler system is no longer drinkable. Troubleshooting your vacuum breaker will help identify and repair problems long before the system fails.
A central vacuum cleaner uses a series of tubes hidden in your walls, attic, closets and garage to provide vacuum ports throughout the home, eliminating the need to lug around a conventional vacuum cleaner. Besides making cleaning more efficient and convenient, a central vacuum system can also increase a home's value. Part of the installation process involves wiring the system to provide power for suction.
Air cleaner filters commonly are found near the HVAC, or heating, ventilation and air conditioning, unit of your home. Over time, an air cleaner filter can become clogged and dirty, especially during high-pollen times of the year or if you have animals. If you do not inspect, clean and eventually replace air filters, you will experience a reduction in airflow because of dirt and dust buildup, which can lead to early system failure. It is possible to prolong the life of an air cleaner filter by carefully vacuuming the filter; however, if the filter is extremely soiled, you should replace…
