[Blindtlk] vacuum cleaner

[Justin Williams]

Thanks folks.
 Justin

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From: blindtlk [mailto:blindtlk-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Julie J.
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Sent: Friday, August 5, 2016 7:25 PM
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Cc: Julie J. <julielj at neb.rr.com>
Subject: Re: [Blindtlk] vacuum cleaner

I've had a lot of vacuums over the years and I can't think of a single one
that was inaccessible.  If you are concerned about it, go to the store and
check them out in person before buying.

I just bought a Dyson pet vacuum a few months ago and I love it!  It works
really well on the pet hair and also my hair, which is very long and
probably harder on the vacuums than the dog hair.  It came with attachments
and the hose portion is built into the vacuum.  It's bagless, which I love. 
I haven't taken the brushes out or tried to change the belt yet, so can't
comment on that.

Using a vacuum can be a bit of a learning curve, but the machine itself is
not a problem.  Just be sure to walk over the floor before beginning,
picking up shoes, the strings from mini blinds, headphones...ask me how I
know about those things in particular! *smile*  Then go over the floor in a
pattern so you get all of it and can remember where you've gone and where
you haven't.  If there are any significant changes in the vacuum cleaner
sounds, shut it off and check the brushes to see if something is caught.

HTH and happy cleaning!
Julie
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-----Original Message-----
From: Judy Jones via blindtlk
Sent: Friday, August 05, 2016 6:13 PM
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Cc: Judy Jones
Subject: Re: [Blindtlk] vacuum cleaner

I don't know about one for the blind, just figure out the floor type you are
needing to vacuum, how much traffic/dirt or pet hair.  Do you prefer
cannister or upright?  I would get one that has tools you can use to clean
your upholstery, too or a crevice tool for those hard-to-reach places.  I
love the type that has a wand where you can reach the corners of your walls
and ceiling where webs can form.

Judy

-----Original Message-----
From: Justin Williams via blindtlk
Sent: Friday, August 5, 2016 3:22 PM
To: 'Blind Talk Mailing List'
Cc: Justin Williams
Subject: [Blindtlk] vacuum cleaner

I'm possibly looking into buying another vacuum cleaner. Is there one which
is more accessible, or easy to use for the blind? Any recommendations you
folks have?  Which one do you use?

Justin

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