 | Upright vacuum cleaners are generally more efficient than canister models. | |
| A top-load vacuum works more efficiently than a bottom load. | |
| The vacuum cleaner head should be equipped with a beater bar or revolving brush. This mechanical action | |
| separates the carpet fibers and lifts the soil for vacuum removal. This duplicates the agitation of beating the rug on the clothesline. | ||
| A dual-motor vacuum, utilizing one motor to operate the beater bar and one for the vacuum, is most efficient. | |
| The cleaning objective is to remove as many particles and biopollutants as possible, not to redistribute them into | |
| the air to settle back into the carpet and furnishings or be absorbed into the respiratory system. Vacuum cleaners equipped with high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filtration systems trap tiny particles. | ||
| Disposable paper bags are recommended over cloth bags. Cloth bags can become clogged with soil, reducing air | |
| flow through the bag. | ||
| Replace the beater bar and brushes as they become worn. | |
| Have blower fan blades replaced as they abrade. | |
| Replace worn or cracked belts. |
Remember - vacuuming, more is better. You cannot over vacuum a carpet.
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Tips on Selecting a Vacuum
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