Hoover H3030 FloorMate SpinScrub 500 Floor Cleaner Review

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(More customer reviews)Nothing is going to get your floor as clean as good ol' handwashing on your hands and knees.But who is willing to do that anymore? This machine is a reasonable tradeoff between convenience and efficiency.

It really will scrub sealed floors clean. Don't expect to save much time over traditional mopping, though.You must slooooowly push and pull it several times over a spot to really get it clean.Stubborn or ground in stains may require a second or third wash. And it's impossible to fully clean edges or corners.

A couple items are worth mentioning.First, the dry vac mode is extremely weak.I could not get it to suck up a simple peppercorn or corn flake! Pre-sweeping with a broom or other bare floor vac is a must.

Secondly, Hoover recommends only using their special floor cleaner with the machine, which I find annoying, expensive and hard to find.I emailed them about this, and they said I could also use vinegar and water, which is too mild in my opinion.I felt daring and have used other floor cleaners in the machine without any problem. However, I would avoid using pine, orange, bleach, or ammonia based cleaners -- as the instructions specifically mention not to use "solvent" based cleansers.

So overall, a solid product.Just be realistic in your expectations of what it can do.

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Hard surfaces cleaner that uses a 13"cleaning surface to vacuum debris, wet clean and squeegee hard surfaces dry. Convenient Fol-Down handle for easy storage in closet.Dual tank design with a separate tank for clean solution and dirty. Tanks are tranlucent for easy viewing and filling.They are also easy to remove.Two motor system utilizes one motor to create powerful suction and the other to drive the brush system.

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Bissell ProHeat Upright Deep Cleaner, 25A3 Review

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(More customer reviews)I upgraded from an older Bissell Little Green Machine to this unit based primarily on my experience with Bissell products.The PROheat has a number of nice features that ultimately sold me on it and after using it for a few months now I'm fairly pleased with it.I particularly like that you can choose to either have the heat on or off.I've heard some people say that using the heat can break down your carpets more quickly and cause the stain to get worse as it picks up new dirt that is tracked in.I don't know if that's not the case, but since my old Bissell unit lacked heat but did a fine job, I pretty much use this minus the heat.Even with the heat off I'm stunned at how good a job this unit does.It's even cleaned stains that I gave up as a lost cause.Most astonishingly, I usually vacuum first before using the steamer and then vacuum again once it's dry.I've discovered I actually vacuum up MORE dirt after steam cleaning than I did before.Clearly this machine is knocking loose built up dirt which means cleaner and nicer appearing carpets than ever before.I also liked the wand attachment from my old Little Green machine, especially for upholstered pieces and hard to reach spots and this thankfully has that.

But there are some drawbacks and limitations.At least initially you will pick up a LOT of carpet fibers when you use the machine, which means FREQUENT cleaning of the rotating brushes and especially the multiple filters on the unit.In some instances I wound up using tweezers to get out fibers from the particularly small filter on the underside of the water tank.The one on top is easier to clean out, but particles trap almost everywhere on this machine.The water tank holds a pitifully small amount of water and/or cleaning solution which means frequent refills, and it slows down the whole cleaning process.The self contained tank is easy to empty, but if you think that will eliminate odors from dirty water guess again, it doesn't.The tank does seem to leak or the seals don't hold tight and so dirty water does collect in the well that the tank sits in, which ads to the nasty smells as well as adding yet another think you have to clean up.Another particularly annoying habit is the dirty water seeping out the front of the machine by the cleaning rollers when you turn off and store the machine.This is really disgusting and trust me, don't store it on carpet or even leave it sitting there for very long as it WILL leak!When in use loose fibers tend to gather on the underside of the machine around the brush rollers so you manually have to gather it up by hand, which slows down the cleaning process.Once you've cleaned your carpet a few times that problem (hopefully) should minimize, although it has yet to happen for me.As a result there's a considerable amount of maintenance you have to do to ensure your machine is operating under optimum conditions.Even so, it's hard to argue with the results.I would probably buy this same unit again, but would also read up on other models just in case they operate more easily.Perhaps I was used to the utter simplicity of the Little Green Machine and sometimes I wish I was still using it, sad to say.

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Using the power of heat, brushes, and cleaning formula, this upright home-cleaning system removes deep-down dirt for a maximum clean. The machine comes equipped with a rotating six-row DirtLifter PowerBrush that safely lifts out dirt while gently grooming carpet fibers, floating suspension that self-adjusts to all carpet heights, and a two-in-one 1-gallon water tank that keeps clean and dirty water separate. Furthermore, the cleaner features a built-in heater, which heats hot tap water up to 25 degrees hotter for maximum results--or can be turned off for a no-heat option when cleaning delicate wool or oriental rugs. Choose between floor cleaning or above-floor cleaning with a simple turn of the knob. On-board tools include a 3-inch tough-stain tool and a spraying crevice tool made from 100-percent post-consumer recycled materials. Other details include an ergonomic handle, Edge Sweep brushes, a ready-to-use hose (no hook up required), a 25-foot power cord, quick-release cord wrap, and smooth-rolling wheels. A 16-ounce bottle of Fiber Cleansing Formula and a 16-ounce bottle of Tough Stain Cleaner come included. Great for carpet, upholstery, stairs, and vehicle interiors, the 12 amp deep cleaner measures 19 by 11-1/5 by 45 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Urnex Cleancaf Coffee Machine Cleaner and Descaler - 14-CL12-3-13 Review

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(More customer reviews)Just my TWO CENTS:

Expensive to use? Bitter taste after usage? Not Recommended by OEM's? Use lemon juice? Maybe it's just me, but I really don't get it!

Unless you're using your machine commercially to make hundreds of shots per week, you're wasting your money, not to mention killing your machine by decalcifying constantly. I have nearly 6,000 shots (!) on my one year-old Saeco Incanto Sirius machine and I just finished my FIRST 3-package Cleancaf box. In all this time, the machine has only prompted me to decalcify ONCE. It bases this on a water pH test you perform at the time of new machine commissioning and the coresponding water hardness setting of the machine resulting from the set-up test. I ignore the prompt and just decalc every THREE months or so (i.e, like the package instructions recommend, LOL!) I've never noticed a decrease in water flow (during coffee or steam/hot water wand usage), nor has there been any decrease in coffee temperature. FWIW, I fill the machine reservoir (I have spare reservoir that I use for decalcifying only) all the way up with warm water and one packet of Cleancaf...it has a two-litre capacity. Then I rinse with TWO reservoirs full of clean warm water. It DOES take a while....the machine is next to the sink, so I aim the wand at the drain, let the thing go and walk away to do other things. I NEVER have an issue with taste after cleaning and I am anal about coffee taste, freshness and machine cleanliness. FWIW, the machine uses the Aqua Prima in-reservoir micropore and charcoal filter, and I use supermarket-brand spring water (loaded with mineral and micro-organisms, LOL) in the one-gallon jug (lots of them, with the amt. of espresso I brew, LOL!).

For those of you thinking of using a non-authorized acidic solution (lemon juice, vinegar, etc.) for decalcifying, think again. SAECO USA as well as Whole Latte Love (authorized SAECO sales/service) will tell you to use SAECO Dezcal (it's also made by Urnex)or Urnex Cleancaf ONLY for decalcification. They're non-toxic, bio-degradeable, chelation-process cleaners (Dezcal is weak sulfonic acid, Cleancaf is classified "non-hazardous" per their respective MSDS hazardoussheets). If you use lemon juice or white vinegar you will very likely cause water circuit damage and VOID your warrantee. Don't believe me, call the manufacturer and ask yourself...it's in the owner's manual as well. BTW, most Starbucks Barrista espresso machines are OEM'ed by SAECO in Bologna, Italia.

My machine has been in to the local factory authorized repair center (broken grinder...fixed FOC under the OEM warrantee), and they remarked on how spotless the machine was, inside, outside, in the brew circuit and in the hot water circuit...especially considering the amount of shots I make!

SAECO, WLL and the local warrantee station (The Repair Shack) also recommend Urnex Cafiza (I use the Tablets, you can also buy it in powder form) to keep the COFFEE circuit as spotless as the HOT WATER circuit. You can see it work as it "peels" the layers of stuck-on coffee residue that even constant rinsing on my part (remember, I am anal, LOL!) does not remove and flushes it out. That, my friends, DEFINITELY results in me being able to fully appreciate my Lavazza Super Crema-based espresso, caffe lungo (caffe crema) and capuccino with NO bitterness caused by a dirty machine! If you're going to spend the money on an expensive machine, and use expensive coffee, you might as well get great tasting caffe, right?

My vote: HIGHLY Recommended. Just use it sparingly and enjoy your coffee!

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Great tasting coffee at home again!When brewing takes forever and coffee tastes bitter, Cleancaf can help.Non-toxic, biodegradable and odorless Clean Caf is a quick and easy way to keep coffeemakers and espresso makers clean, fresh and odor free.Cleanca

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Bissell DigiPro Canister Vacuum, 6900 Review

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(More customer reviews)I am a big fan of canister vacuums, and when my old one recently broke I turned to Amazon to research all the latest models. I decided to buy the DigiPro because of the many features it offered for a great price. I am pleased to report that it performs better than I expected, and I was happy with my old one so I expected quite a bit. I like how it allows me to control the amount of suction power, the adjustments for various carpet heights/hard floors, and the ability to turn on/off the brushes. It has washable HEPA filters so there are no expensive filters to replace and it even has a light that comes on when it is time to change the bag. The cord has a push button retractor so the cord rewinds itself and stores out of the way.
I have 3 kids, 1 dog, and 1 cat, so needless to say I have plenty to clean up. It's nice knowing that tucked away in the closet is a great vacuum that can help me tackle any mess. This vacuum is definitely worthy of a 5 star review.

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Bissell DigiPro Canister Vacuum - Advanced innovation and versatility in a powerful vacuum

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Urnex Cleancaf Coffee Maker & Espresso Machine Cleaner and Descaler 3 Pack Review

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(More customer reviews)I got a sample of this product in my new Hamilton Beach Brew Station. The first time I used it, I could not believe how great it is.

Things I like:

Dissolve in 4 cups of water, pour in coffeemaker. Dissolves easily.

Run through the coffeemaker, then wipe and rinse parts. I said "wipe", not "scrub"! First one I ever used that I could do that. I was very impressed.

Two subsequent run throughs with clear water. The cleaner is tinted with a blue color, so that you can see if you have got it all rinsed out.

Then you are done. That's it. No more muss, fuss, or mess.

It does say to use it once a week. I find once a month is plenty for us, but that would depend on coffeemaker usage. Fabulous product.

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Cleancaf? Brand Cleaner and Descaler is an essential component to maintaining great tasting coffee at home. Cleancaf? is designed to remove flavor-tainting stale coffee oil residue from home machines. Its dual action formula also prevents the accumulation of scale deposits which are responsible for slow brew times and machine malfunctions. Portion packaged for easy use, Cleancaf? also contains a blue-dye which helps to ensure proper rinsing.Directions: 1.Dissolve contents of Cleancaf? package in 1L of warm water. Pour into water reservoir. Put empty pot and filter basket in place. For espresso machines attach handle and place an empty container below.2.Turn machine on and begin the brew cycle. For espresso machines, also allow several ounces of Cleancaf? solution to flow through steam pipe (into a container to avoid spray.) Discard entire solution once it has passed through your machine.3.Rinse all components and repeat steps 1 and 2 twice with clean water only. Espresso machines remove handle. You may soak handle and filters in Cleancaf? solution then rinse all components with clean water

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Krups F054 Anticalc Lime Descaller Kit Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought the descaller (is it really spelled that way?) for my ancient Krups Il Primo espresso machine.No instructions came in the box. It took forever to get any help from Krups and then the instructions were for much fancier machines.
So here's what I did:
Dissolve the packet in 500ml of water. I did half a packet because my machine could not hold all that much.
Pour a third of the mixture into the machine. Steam some of it and let the rest go through the coffee basket.
Do that again.
Then heat it up and let it sit for 10-15 minutes. And then expell the mixture.
I found "crud" in the basket. Next time I will check the basket after each round.
I then ran plain water through the machine several times. Maybe it wasn't necessary but it made me feel better.

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The Krups F054 Anticalc Lime Descaller Kit fits models 889 890 920 922 927 FNF211 XP5080 XP2010 XP4050 XP4000 XP4030 XP1500 FNP112 FND111

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Crane Demineralization Filter Cartridge for Crane Frog, Cow, Pig, Panda, Penguin and Elephant Cool Mist Humidifiers Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought the Crane Penguin humidifier about 2 months ago. The filter arrived about a week later. My experience applies to people using HARD TAP WATER. So far I've found that, although the filter helped with keeping the humidifier a bit cleaner (I clean it once a week with diluted bleach for the tank and vinegar for the base), it only seemed to work to reduce white dust (from hard water minerals) for just over a month, using the humidifier at a low or medium setting. I'm considering using distilled water instead - it might work out cheaper than having to replace the filter every couple of months. I would definitely advise to keep the original cap for the tank and try the humidifier with and without filter.

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Demineralization Filter Cartridge helps reduce white dust, which is a deposit of minerals caused by hard water. For best results replace filter after every 30-40 fillings under normal use or 1-2 months or when the humidifier has not been operated for an extended period of time. This filter cartridge works with Crane Frog, Penguin, Cow, Pig, Panda and Elephant Cool Mist Humidifiers.

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