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Black & Decker Pivot PSV1800
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Approximate retail price:
$84.99
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Summary: This model has been tested by our experts.
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Type: Stick Vacs
About - Black & Decker Pivot PSV1800

The Black & Decker Pivot PSV1800 is part of the vacuum cleaner test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, small vacuum models like the Pivot PSV1800 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.


Carpet:
How well models removed surface debris from medium-pile carpet.

Bare floors:
Denotes removal of surface debris from tile set in grout.

Edges:
How well units picked up debris from where floor meets walls.
Features & Specs - Black & Decker Pivot PSV1800
info Weight (lbs.) 8
info Cord No
info Tools No
info Motor speeds No
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User Reviews - Black & Decker Pivot PSV1800
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1.0
Discontinued Why?
4/19/2012
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comment:
Returned for service, could not repair and discontinued with no replacement. Full refund made by B&D
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
 
1.0
Battery Failed in the Long Run
3/21/2012
Pros
Flexible
Light
Not loud
Cons
Battery
Best Uses
Temporary Need
Comment:
Good for a few months but sure enough the battery life went into the toilet! Somebody really screwed this up. One star for longevity failure, which seems to be CR's weakness. I also had recommended shower shelves get rusty on me.
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
 
1.0
Broke After Second Use
1/10/2012
Pros
Handles well
price
Cons
Looks awkward charging
Best Uses
Comment:
I bought this vacuum because of CRs rating for it. The only two times I used it, I was pleased. My only negative note was that it wasn't easy to keep out of sight while charging. <br /><br />The thrid time I went to use it, there was suction, but the bush wouldn't turn anymore. I could no longer use it for carpets. The price may be tempting, but when divided between my two uses, and it was quite pricy.
How long have you owned it:
One-to-three months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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