Vacuum cleaners

Kenmore Intuition 28014

Approximate retail price:

$600

Summary: This bag-equipped Kenmore canister has a brush on/off switch, manual pile-height adjustment, retractable cord, full-bag indicator, and HEPA filtration. It weighs 26 lbs. and is a recommended model.

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About - Kenmore Intuition 28014
The Intuition 28014 is part of the vacuum cleaner test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, canister vacuum cleaner models like the Intuition 28014 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Carpet: This score shows how much embedded talc and sand a vacuum cleaner lifted from a medium-pile carpet. Bare floors: This score shows how well a vacuum cleaner picked up sand without dispersing it on bare floors. Tool airflow: This score indicates the strength of airflow through the hose.

About - Kenmore Intuition 28014

The Intuition 28014 is part of the vacuum cleaner test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, canister vacuum cleaner models like the Intuition 28014 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Carpet:: This score shows how much embedded talc and sand a vacuum cleaner lifted from a medium-pile carpet.
Bare floors:: This score shows how well a vacuum cleaner picked up sand without dispersing it on bare floors.
Tool airflow:: This score indicates the strength of airflow through the hose.

About This Brand
Kenmore is a trusted brand in appliances, including vacuums. Once exclusive to Sears, Kenmore uprights are now available in Kmart stores as a result of a merger of the retailers. Kenmore uprights range in price from $80 to $300. Kenmore also offers canister models, hard-surface cleaners, and a carpet shampooer. Kenmore is the brand leader in canister models and sells a wide range of models from $50 to $600 at Sears as well as Kmart. The best-selling canisters are priced between $250 and $500.
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About This Brand

Kenmore is a trusted brand in appliances, including vacuums. Once exclusive to Sears, Kenmore uprights are now available in Kmart stores as a result of a merger of the retailers. Kenmore uprights range in price from $80 to $300. Kenmore also offers canister models, hard-surface cleaners, and a carpet shampooer.

Kenmore is the brand leader in canister models and sells a wide range of models from $50 to $600 at Sears as well as Kmart. The best-selling canisters are priced between $250 and $500.

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Features & Specs - Kenmore Intuition 28014
Bag Denotes whether the model has a disposable bag. A growing number of vacuums, particularly upright models, use a container that can be emptied eliminating the bag. However, to capture the fine-dirt particles, these models must use a filter (such as a HEPA filter), which can need regular cleaning, or replacement. Replacement filters tend to be significantly more expensive than bags. While vacuums with bags may also use filters, the bag acts as a prefilter that helps to keep the fine-dirt filter cleaner thus extending its performance between cleaning or replacement. Another caveat: Emptying the dustbin and cleaning a filter can be messy, and handling it may expose you to dust and other allergens. Bag	Yes
Brush on/off This feature allows you to turn off the brush when using tools or cleaning bare floors, eliminating any hazard should the vacuum tip over while you have the hose extended. Brush on/off	Yes
Easy on/off A switch that's located on the handle or where your foot can activate it is more convenient than one on the body of the vacuum. Easy on/off	Yes
Manual-pile adjust Adjusts the height of the machine to a carpet's pile height to allow for easy movement and thorough cleaning. Adjustments are automatic on some models, but we prefer the manual control afforded by some models. Manual-pile adjust	Yes
Weight (lbs.) Weight of the vacuum cleaner, to the nearest pound. Weight (lbs.)	26
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I would not buy [...] sweeper again

By vac queen from Indiana on 2/5/2010

Pros:

It had fairly good suctio, Powerful/Good Suction

Cons:

Heavy, Unreliable

Best Uses:

Carpet, Heavy to lift for stairs

Describe Yourself:

Frequent User

Primary use:

Personal

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

The motor went out 1 year after purchas. I had it replaced for over $100.00 dollars now here we are 8 mos later and the motor is smelling again!! and ready to go out again. The lst time sparks were generating from the unit. I spent over [$] for this unit and it has been nothing but a problem. Dont waste your money.SignedUnhappy Consumer

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Returned

By Kyle from Ithaca, NY on 1/23/2010

Pros:

Long Power Cord

Cons:

Heavy, Inefficient, Poor Design, Unreliable

Describe Yourself:

Frequent User

Primary use:

Personal

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

This vacuum began to have problems almost immediately. The quick release for the power nozzle broke on the second use and the cord would not stay out. It would frequently retract and pull the plug out of the socket. The feature that allows you to easily switch from carpet to bare floors was not useful since the power-head in the floor mode (even set at extra-low) does not get adequate suction. It would not pick up dry leaves or cat food in one pass. The included floor brush had to be used. Even with the power-head, it was not great on carpets. The angle on the pet hair attachment made it awkward to use. The unit is heavy and does not handle well. I returned it within the 90 days and did receive a full refund.

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Two vacuums in past two months!

By Dinestein from near Houston, Texas on 1/13/2010

Pros:

Easy to Use, Efficient, Lightweight, Long Power Cord, Powerful/Good Suction

Cons:

Poor Quality, Unreliable

Best Uses:

Carpet, Hardwood Floors, Pet Hair, Tile Floors

Describe Yourself:

Frequent User

Primary use:

Personal

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I bought my first Kenmore Inspiration on December 7th. The vacuum was wonderful! Lightweght, good suction, pretty! However two weeks after purchase I could not get the "easy release button to work" on the handle. I tried everything thinking it was me. Finally, I returned the vacuum to the store on Jan. 5th and got another one. Well, after 5 days I discovered the second one was not up to par either. The dirt sensor was not working, stayed on red the entire time I vacuumed. Then I tried to retract the cord and it did not work. Mind you, I love this vacuum and even named it! The design is great, the easy release of the floor attachment is wonderful, it was quiet and easy to manuver. I am so disappointed there was not another one in the store because I was inclined to give them a 3rd chance to please me. Now I have no vacuum and am really leary about purchasing American made stuff. Isn't that terrible? I am bummed out.

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