Halo 3290 UV-ST Ultraviolet Vacuum

by Halo Technologies, Inc.

Product Features

• The only vacuum that combines the germ-killing power of ultraviolet light with powerful suction
• UV-C technology: Instantly kills dust mites, bacteria, viruses, mold, flea eggs and other invisible germs in your carpet - without chemicals
• HEPA Filtration: Traps 99.97% of pollen, dust mites, and other fine particles in the air that can trigger allergy and asthma symptoms.
• Rugged lightweight design: Easy to use and weighs only 16 lbs.
• 13 foot hose with crevice tool and dusting brush

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 12 x 14.4 x 45 inches
• Shipping Weight: 27.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• 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: B000WMGS0C
• Item model number: 3290
• Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #206,424 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Equipped with ultraviolet-light technology, this full-size vacuum cleaner kills potentially dangerous micro-organisms and pathogens living--and reproducing--unseen, in carpets, mattresses, and other home fabrics. Germicidal ultraviolet light, or UV-C light, provides the most effective way to eradicate unseen and unwanted pests without the use of chemicals. Simply run the unit over carpets like with a normal vacuum, then activate the UV-C bulb with the trigger on the handle to instantly and safely deactivate the DNA of dust mites, viruses, bacteria, fleas, lice, and mold. The unit also provides HEPA filtration, which removes 99.97 percent of harmful particles from the air, plus an odor-reducing carbon filter to keep the air fresh.

Furthermore, the vacuum cleaner offers energy-efficient operation thanks to two strategically placed motors: one to generate powerful suction and one to drive the brush bar. Because of this dual-motor design, using the brush bar does not compromise the vacuum's performance. The motor generating the powerful suction provides 35,000 RPMs and the dedicated, strong brush-bar motor spins at 5,000 RPMs. For above-floor cleaning, a 13-foot detachable hose, crevice tool, and dusting brush come included for cleaning stairs, furniture, and fabrics. Other highlights include five different height levels for various types of floors--from carpet and rugs to tile and wood, a 31-foot power cord, and a lightweight design at less than 17 pounds for easy maneuverability. Four dust bags come included. The vacuum cleaner, with its powerful suction and germicidal action, measures approximately 14 by 12 by 45 inches and carries a one-year warranty.

Product Description

Carpets are rarely, if ever, disinfected. As a result, they contain one of the highest concentrations of allergens and germs in your home. The HaloTM UV-ST Ultraviolet Vacuum is the only chemical-free product that can safely and instantly kill dust mites, viruses, bacteria, mold, flea eggs and other invisible germs that traditional vacuum cleaners can leave behind. Safely reduce and eliminate the allergens and germs that thrive in your home's flooring with Halo's Ultraviolet Vacuum.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

54 of 54 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Worked great for the first month, still waiting for repair, November 14, 2007

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Debra Barrett - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Halo 3290 UV-ST Ultraviolet Vacuum (Kitchen)

I purchased this machine after seeing an add on TV. I got the machine home, and was actually excited about vacuuming. The UV light on the vacuum seemed to do a good job at destroying all the dust mites in my carpet. I have to say it looks very cheap, and doesn't look very durable. Within a month and half of receiving this machine, I began to have problems with UV light. It would turn on sometimes, and sometimes it would not come on at all. Finally it stopped working all together.

I was able to find a local repair shop who is a warranty station for Halo vacuums. I dropped it off over 3 weeks ago, and the owner of the shop keeps telling me he is waiting on the part. This is very frustrating as I know have to go back to my ultra-heavy 15 year old Kirby which I kept only for the basement.

My experience with this Halo has been the vacuum is great when it is working, but the service after the sale has left a lot to be desired.

57 of 59 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Vacuum Cleaner-Halo 3290, November 25, 2007

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Linda M. Mohan (Chicago, Ill) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Halo 3290 UV-ST Ultraviolet Vacuum (Kitchen)

My husband is a vacuum freak, we have every kind of vacuum imaginable, so when this one came out, I knew we were going to purchase it. Well, it came the other day. This is the most unbelievable vacuum they have come up with yet. The ultraviolet light provides you with the ability to see stuff that normally you wouldn't see. The only thing I wish is that it was bagless-it would be one less thing for us to worry about (the bags) but their point is that all of the critters that are vacuumed up will be held in a bag so that they will die! I would recommend it highly!

57 of 64 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Very Poor Quality, Expect To Have Repair Issues Early and Frequently, November 2, 2007

By 

Jaiho "Jaiho" (Virginia,USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Halo 3290 UV-ST Ultraviolet Vacuum (Kitchen)

The Halo vacuum has a very neat concept behind it. The idea of using UV light to kill all bacteria and organisms is a brilliant marketing idea. How well this machine actually destroys those little nasties, I'm not sure of. What I am sure of is the poor quality of this vacuum.

The Halo vacuum comes 100% assembled in the box. The handle is telescoping allowing it fit nicely in the box. Since day one, after telescoping the handle up, I have yet to be able to make the handle go back down. The button that is supposed to control the handle actually broke off and now the handle is stuck in the up posistion.

The vacuum cleaner is very basic, as there are no attachments on board. There's no way to use any hose on this machine, so you are limited to cleaning the floor only. Since there's no hose on the machine, I don't really have a way of testing how much suction the motor creates, but I can tell you vacuuming pet hair is no simple task as it took 2-3 swipes with the machine to completely vacuum the hair off the floor.

After using the machine probably 7-8 times, I bumped the front of the machine into the baseboard (it was rather hard, as I was trying to finish ASAP) and the UV light went out, and now won't come back on. The main feature of the vacuum is now not functional, and it's almost brand new.

I have tried ordering the part (UV lightbulb) and to no surprise, the part has been back ordered for 3 weeks. We have also tried to order more machines, also backordered. When we try to call the company to find out where our order is, there is never any answer. We have no idea when, or if we are going to get this part. Even the bags, which without them the vacuum is useless, are currently on back order.

If the vacuum cleaner had costed $100, I would understand that you'll get what you pay for, but this vacuum retails for $400-$500, and for that price, the vacuum should definitely not have broken so soon.

The company is a brand new company, so I will give them the benefit of the doubt, and hope that they get their act together, but in the meantime I will let anybody who asks me know TO STAY AWAY FROM HALO!