Fantom FM430 Bagless Cyclonic Handheld Vacuum Cleaner

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Product Features

• Bagless handheld vacuum cleaner with powerful cyclonic action
• Motorized power head with revolving brush for stairs and upholstery
• Dust cup; removable debris screen; rinseable TapClean dust-cup HEPA filter
• Direct-suction stretch hose, dusting brush, and crevice tool included
• Measures approximately 12 by 7 by 7-3/4 inches; 1-year limited warranty

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 13.2 x 8.2 x 8.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000096JG1
• Item model number: FM430
• Average Customer Review: 2.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #179,769 in Kitchen & Dining (See Bestsellers in Kitchen & Dining)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description
Equipped with a motorized power head and revolving brush, this bagless handheld vacuum cleaner works especially well for cleaning stairs and removing pet hair from upholstery. An almost 3-foot-long stretch hose conveniently stores around the vacuum and can be used for more versatile cleaning. The direct suction hose bypasses the brush roll allowing large and heavy particles to be sucked up easily, like metal nuts and bolts. Attach the included dusting-brush tool to the end of the hose for cleaning hard floors, tabletops, and bookshelves, or choose the crevice tool for tight spots and hard-to-reach areas. A cover can be pulled over the motorized power brush for safety when using the attachments.

Even more, the unit's 800 watts of power and cyclonic action separates dirt, while its easy-to-clean dust cup means no more bags to buy. A removable debris screen blocks large particles, and the vacuum's rinseable TapClean dust-cup HEPA filter provides cleaner exhaust air, capturing 99.97 percent of allergens, dust particles, and other air impurities down to 0.3 microns. To clean the filter and maintain maximum suction power, simply tap it against the side of the trash can until the dirt stops falling from the filter. For best results, the filter should be replaced every three months. Other details include a simple on/off switch, a 6-3/4-inch cleaning path, a 20-foot power cord, and a compact, lightweight design. The handheld vacuum cleaner measures approximately 12 by 7 by 7-3/4 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

Product Description
Bagless cyclonic hand vac with motorized power head with revolvingbrush is ideal for stairs and removal of pet hair on upholstery. Rinseable TapClean HEPA filter captures 99.97% of dust particles down to 0.3 microns

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very Satisfied, January 16, 2004

By	C. Griffith (MI United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I agree with the last review. The first two reviewers almost convinced me not to get this unit but it was one of the few still out there with a powered brush. DO NOT GET AN AIR DRIVEN BRUSH UNIT! They stop rotating as soon as you contact something. I took the plunge and bought it (though not thru amazon, I found it locally on sale).

The filter is easy to clean. A bit messier than bags but you don't have to keep replacing it either. As for the suction, it has as much as any other decent hand vac if the filter is cleaned frequently. Does a great job getting pet hair off the furniture and cleaning up our occassional spills. I would recommend it.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Bits keep falling off, November 8, 2003

By	PSB (Portland, Oregon United States) - See all my reviews

This vacuum is a disappointment. First impressions are good - powerful, looks like it means business - good for stairs. But when put to use, it isn't up to the job - the plastic cover on the rollers (meant to be used when using the attachments) is a cheap piece of plastic that falls off easily. The hose is poorly attached and fell off within hours of use. I wouldn't recommend buying this product.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Powerful if high maintenance, December 18, 2003

By A Customer

I read the other reviews and didn't find the complaints familiar. I bought the FM430 and have used it for almost a year (I have a big dog who sheds) and found it useful for the stairs and the upholstery (and my bedcover, or should I say, my dog's bedcover...). The only reason folks might have had issues with the suction is that the filter clogs with grit and dirt easily. I always washed it out after every use using the sprayer on my kitchen sink with something like Formula 409 and hot water, and the unit performs very well every time. Only thing is, the filter can take a day to dry even when set in front of the forced air heating vent, so I will probably buy another filter for interim use. One other thing that I found helpful: with the attached hose / brush, I wrap a band of plant velcro around the bristles when not is use to keep the bristles in proper shape (otherwise they end up all ratty looking, but no surprise there, I think that would happen with almost any long-bristled unit).