Hoover FloorMate SpinScrub Wet/Dry Vacuum Cleaner, H3044
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: HooverBrand: Hoover
Model: H3044
Product features:
- All-in-one cleaning system vacuums, washes, and dries hard-floor surfaces
- 15-inch-wide cleaning path; EZ Select dial; fingertip trigger control
- Interchangeable SpinScrub and grout brushes; separate tanks for clean and dirty water
- Fold-down handle; 8-ounce grout cleaner and 8-ounce floor-to-floor cleaner included
- Measures approximately 20 by 15-1/2 by 45 inches; 1-year warranty
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Hoover FloorMate SpinScrub Wet/Dry Vacuum Cleaner, H3044
Customer Review: A Solid Machine
Summary: 4 Stars
I've been using Floormate for many years to clean some 1200 sq' of ceramic tile. I own one of the original models, which over the years has proven to be barely acceptable. My dread of the mop is the only reason I continued using it. I looked carefully at the new models when they appeared, even indulged in reading the many rave reviews, but one thing kept me from opting for the new age machine ........ it had become a two handed appliance. The old models operated with a single hand. All you needed was a little dexterity in your thumb to operate a slider switch back and forth to move from Wash to Wet Pickup. Dry Vacuum was accomplished with your left foot. This arrangement allowed for one to use either hand to operate the machine. The H3044 (and other newer models) require the use of both hands. The right is used to move the machine, while the left operates the selector switch to maneuver among the three operating modes, Dry Vac, Wet Vac or Wash. In addition, one must bend over several degrees to accomplish this. Sore backs may not like all this motion.
Well, my old Floormate finally died. Here I was faced with the either going back to mopping and separate vacuuming or taking the plunge into the new abyss called H3044 and that's how I proceeded. I must admit that after my first cleaning my reaction was WOW! Hoover may have committed a boner when it came to the ergonomics, but they sure resolved many negatives. In fact the original models now seem like a toy compared to this unit. It's a very solid feeling machine and without question the motor is far more powerful. The original model pulled 4.5 amps versus the H3044's 6 amps, which translates into considerably greater suction. It not only does a superb job cleaning, but picks up the water residue minimizing drying time.
What I've found over the years with the Floormate is that separate dry vacuuming is only necessary when you can actually see dirt and dust. In cases where there are larger items that a regular vacuum would pickup, the Floormate does falter. This is because a dedicated vacuum has a more powerful motor and a nozzle that is designed for vacuuming rather than the dual tasking nozzle of the Floormate. I suppose when one incorporates multiple function into one machine there are some tradeoffs and this is one. I do find, however, that for the most part the dry vacuum function is fine 90% of the time.
I do not use Hoover's cleaning solution. I use Armstrong's Once "N Done, which IMO does a better job with only a small amount solution needed. The downside is that it contains ammonia and since I don't know whether this affects any of the Floormate components, the solution tank must be washed thoroughly each time and tank full of water must be allowed to drain through the system. I also thoroughly clean the filter, brush block and the nozzle. Keeping these items clean keep this machine operating properly.
Anyway if you don't mind the two handed operation and cleaning the machine after each use, you will definitely love the Floormate. Perhaps Hoover will resolve the operational issue in the next generation of the Floormate.
Description of Hoover FloorMate SpinScrub Wet/Dry Vacuum Cleaner, H3044
The Hoover FloorMate SpinScrub WidePath Hard Floor Cleaner is the "All in One" cleaner that vacuums, washes, and dries by picking up the water or solution on your hard surface floors. The "All in One " EZ Select Dial allows you to choose a mode at the flick of your wrist.The finger tip trigger lets you control where, when and how much solution you apply. The dual tanks keeps the dirty water seperate from the clean, so you never put dirty water back onto your clean floors. The interchangeable Spinscrub brushes allow you to use the appropriate brush system for your regular bare floors and a stiffer brush for floors with grout. The 15" removeable nozzle lets you finish the job quickly and clean up easily. The handle folds down for easy storage. Comes with 8oz Floor to Floor Cleaner and 8oz Grout Cleaner.Upright Vacuums
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