The main types of household vacuum cleaners
There are various ways to treat a contaminated surface and capture the dust collected from it. A wide variety of design features and technical capabilities of Philips vacuum cleaners on the modern home appliance market can lead a potential buyer into a state of confusion.
The table presented here will make it easier for you to choose the type of Philips vacuum cleaner you need.
| View | Peculiarities | Principle of operation |
| Sack | The simplest option, using a woven bag as the main filter and dust collector. During operation, it becomes clogged and requires cleaning or replacement. | Together with the intake air flow, the dust enters a bag made of dense fabric or porous paper. Large dust particles are retained by the material, and the air is expelled to the outside. Sometimes additional fine filters are used to capture fine dust particles. |
| Cyclonic with dust container | The main filter is made in the form of a plastic chamber with the organization of air movement in a spiral.Dust is thrown to the walls and accumulates in the container. Hair and threads are captured less efficiently. | When dust is captured, centrifugal force is used to separate air from particles suspended in it. After use, shake out the container and rinse with water. |
| Detergents with aquafilter | Unlike the previous options, such models are designed not only for dry, but also for wet cleaning. Water is used here for wetting the treated surfaces and as the main element for dust trapping. These Philips vacuum cleaners are quite large in size and weight. | With the wet cleaning option, water is sprayed with a special nozzle and sucked in along with the dirt. Filtration can be done according to the hookah principle, when air bubbles are passed through a layer of liquid, or according to the separator type, when a special centrifuge thoroughly mixes the gas with water, and then separates the mixture into dirty liquid and purified air. |
| Steam cleaners | For these models, the surface cleaning process is associated with their heat treatment with water vapor, which gives an additional disinfecting effect. In this case, of course, there is an additional consumption of electricity. | The steam cleaner has a small tank for water, which, evaporating with heating elements, is supplied by a directed jet to the contaminated area. The dirt softened under the action of moisture and high temperature is collected by special nozzles. |
| Hand vacuum cleaners | The main feature of such devices is their compact size and light weight, which allows them to be used on the road and in nature. | There are models that run on battery or car cigarette lighter. The filter can be cyclone or cloth. There are devices that combine dry and wet cleaning principles. |
For information! Among the miniature vacuum cleaners there are models specially designed for the car and for the fight against dust mites - the causative agents of allergies.
Appearance
The vacuum cleaner is made in a modern original design with smooth lines, with no sharp corners. The device is maneuverable due to the successful execution of the wheel system. It includes 2 large wheels and 1 small. They are made of durable plastic and equipped with a rubber edging.
The advantage of the Philips FC8472 vacuum cleaner is a lightweight and durable telescopic tube-rod made of aluminum alloy. Its length is adjustable to a user-friendly level. The locking mechanism is simple and reliable, it allows you to fix the selected position (the step range is relatively small, so about 10 options are possible - for users of any height).
The design of a corrugated elastic hose has its own characteristics. At one of its ends, an ergonomic elongated handle is made, to which you can connect working attachments. It is done in order to be able to collect garbage in non-standard hard-to-reach areas. On this handle there is a special curtain that helps to regulate the force of air suction.
Noteworthy is the design of the container for collecting garbage, which is easily pulled out of the body. On its back side there is a cleaning filter. It is a 2nd degree filtration system, which is mainly needed to protect the electric motor from fine dust.
There are 2 large control buttons on the top panel of the vacuum cleaner.They can be easily turned on with your toes without bending over, so people with back injuries or back problems will appreciate this convenient solution.
Faults and repairs
The standard main problem that occurs in the operation of a vacuum cleaner is a decrease in suction power. To fix the problem, you need to do the following:
- Check how full the trash bag is. If necessary, clean it or insert a new disposable one.
- Check filter. Clean or replace if necessary.
- Check that the suction power control is set to maximum.
- Check nozzle for blockage. The same applies to tubes and hoses. Clean if necessary.
In more complex situations, specialist assistance is required.
How to disassemble a vacuum cleaner
Disassemble the vacuum cleaner as follows:
- Unplug the power cable from the outlet and wind it up by pressing the appropriate button.
- Disconnect the telescopic tube with nozzle.
- Disconnect hose.
- Disconnect the power regulator on the top panel of the case.
- Unscrew the self-tapping screws with a long star screwdriver. There are 3 of them. One is located directly below the power regulator. The other 2 are on the sides on the back of the vacuum cleaner.
- Remove the latches with a flathead screwdriver. There are 4 of them.
- Separate the lower and upper case.
The vacuum cleaner is completely disassembled so that you can check the motor and other parts.
Voltage regulation circuit
The voltage of the Philips FC9071 vacuum cleaner can be adjusted in several ways:
- Scheme 1 assumes the use of a powerful triac, which is controlled by a variable-type thyristor resistor circuit.
- Scheme 2 is based on the use of a 1182PM1 chip. She will control the triac.
- Scheme 3 assumes the use of a thyristor, which is controlled by a dimmer.
These are the main circuits of the device.
Standalone Vacuum Cleaner Selection Options
To determine the optimal model, it is necessary to evaluate the aggregates according to the following criteria:
- execution option;
- functionality;
- battery type;
- dimensions and weight;
- noise.
Types of cordless vacuum cleaners. Philips offers several solutions for battery-type devices: vertical, manual, combined, robot.
The first option is sometimes called a mop-vacuum cleaner. A base for attaching various nozzles from the kit is fixed on a long one-piece handle. A dust collector, control unit and batteries are attached to the vertical body.
Advantages of the models: light weight, extremely thin handle, the ability to get to the most remote corners of the apartment, ease of operation
Hand-held devices are usually low-power and are not able to work for a long time without recharging. They are chosen for local cleaning of furniture or as a car vacuum cleaner.
The most popular battery models are "2 in 1". An additional mini-vacuum cleaner of manual type is placed on the vertical handle. If necessary, the model is easily transformed from a full-featured floor cleaning unit into a compact furniture care unit.
Such a practical solution leads to a heavier vacuum cleaner, an increase in the thickness of the handle and difficulties in cleaning hard-to-reach areas.
Robot vacuum cleaners belong to a separate category of autonomous assistants. The main plus is obvious - self-cleaning without human involvement.The user just needs to set the desired time and limit the movement area of smart technology. Cons: high cost, not always high-quality cleaning of corners, inability to clean furniture.
As a rule, the option of collecting water is implemented in washing units. This ability of a vacuum cleaner is convenient for cleaning in bathrooms, pools and hallways.
Extended functionality leads to an increase in the cost of equipment, so it is necessary to evaluate the expediency of overpaying in advance.
Practical and useful solutions include:
- the presence of a turbo-brush with an electric drive - necessary for the most polluted places;
- nozzle illumination - helps to vacuum under low furniture with high quality;
- indicator of battery charge and fullness of the dust collector;
- multiple working capacities.
Battery type. The unequivocal leader is the lithium battery. It charges several times faster and provides long-term operation. Nickel-based batteries lose in performance, but are also cheaper.
Dimensions and weight. The parameters should be selected according to the physical characteristics of the user - working with a vacuum cleaner should be comfortable.
For women, models weighing between 3-3.5 kg are suitable. If you plan to introduce children to work, then it is better to choose the model as light as possible, without additional bells and whistles
Noise. Philips upright vacuum cleaners emit approximately the same sound during operation - in the range of 70-83 dB. Reduced noise levels are distinguished by manual models and robotics.
Pros and cons of a Philips vacuum cleaner
The advantages in terms of operation of Dutch-made household appliances stand out more than the minuses. The list of advantages of the FC9071 model is built as follows:
- High suction power.
- Ease of management and control.
- The presence of a universal convenient nozzle.
- High degree of intake air filtration.
- The presence of the function of aromatization of air.
However, the Dutch vacuum cleaner also has disadvantages. True, the disadvantages mentioned should not be considered specifically from a technical point of view, but solely from the point of view of ease of use by users:
- Outdated dust collection technology.
- Quite large in size and weight.
Meanwhile, the advantages and disadvantages are a kind of "standard" of any technique. Learn more about them in the video below.
The video allows you to get a closer look at the Philips household cleaner from different angles, without resorting to the method of direct contact in the store.
For example, often 40-50% of the power is enough for the owners of the device to carry out high-quality cleaning. Users note that when working at half the power, they almost do not feel noise at all.
Some owners of a Dutch vacuum cleaner complain about the lack of a transport handle, which makes it a little difficult to move the machine from place to place. But at the same time, they note that the problem is easily solved thanks to easily rolling wheels.
Someone is not satisfied with the shape of the working universal brush. However, it is immediately noted that it all depends on the time the vacuum cleaner is used. After working with the machine for a while, the owners quickly get used to all the accessories and functions of the vacuum cleaner.
Conclusions and useful video on the topic
How to choose the right vacuum cleaner - interesting nuances of the process in the author's video:
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Buying a Philips vacuum cleaner is a crucial moment that requires attention and a balanced approach.
The product line includes simple budget products, functional and high-power mid-level units, progressive vertical modules with a battery and "smart" robots that work independently according to a given program.
Among the numerous samples, the buyer without any difficulties will find the most suitable option for household appliances.
If, when reading the information, you have questions on the topic of the article or you can supplement the material with valuable information regarding the choice of a vacuum cleaner, leave your comments, share your experience, participate in discussions in the block below.
conclusions
The machine manufactured by the Dutch company Philips as a whole is seen as a very successful tool with which effective cleaning of residential and utility premises is achieved.
A vacuum cleaner from the range of mid-range appliances provides productive work and promises to last a long time without much complaints.
You can, probably, make claims to such operational shortcomings of the device as weight and dimensions. However, thanks to precisely these technical costs, the design of the Philips FC 9071 vacuum cleaner is distinguished by low noise and productive operation.
