Hoover U6430-900 WindTunnel Ultra Self Propelled Upright Vacuum Cleaner

by Hoover

Product Features

• Self-propelled forward and reverse; powered hand tool for stairs
• Brush-roll shuts off for bare-floor cleaning; carpet height adjustment
• Headlight illuminates 15-inch cleaning swath
• Stretch hose for crevice tool, dusting brush, upholstery tool, two wands
• Uses disposable allergen-filtration bags (two included)

Product Details

Product Manual [1.56mb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 16.5 x 8.9 x 39.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 25 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: B00005MF8A
• Item model number: U6430-900
• Average Customer Review: 2.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (57 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,186,746 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen)

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Self-propelled going forward and backward, this powerful 1440-watt vacuum not only takes much of the effort out of cleaning but also features a toe-controlled brush roll for cleaning bare floors and a powered hand tool for stairs and upholstery. The vacuum employs Hoover's most advanced suction technology and deploys onboard tools (crevice tool, dusting brush, upholstery tool, two wands) with an extra-long stretch hose. Add a washable antiallergen filter to return clean air to the room, another washable filter to protect the motor, a carpet-height adjustment, a headlight to illuminate the 15-inch cleaning swath, edge-groomers to clean along baseboards, a 31-foot power cord, and a soft bumper to protect furniture, and this vacuum delivers cleaning punch, versatility, and ease. The vacuum's antiallergen dirt bag (two included) is easily replaced, and the vacuum assembles with just two screws (also included). The vacuum carries a one-year warranty against defects. --Fred Brack

Product Description

- Mach™ 6.1
- Self-Propelled in Forward and Reverse
- New Nested Powered Hand Tool
- Quiet Operation
- 15" Cleaning Width with Dual Brush Agitator
- Edge Groomers both sides to clean right to the baseboard
- Instant Tool Conversion
- Attached Deluxe-Stretch Hose
- On-board tools include: Crevice Tool, Upholstery Nozzle, Dusting Brush and Two Wands
- Multiple height adjustment
- Both Automatic & manual brush roll shut-off
- 31 ft. power cord with quick cord release
- Fingertip On/Off control
- Headlight
- Full Bag Indicator 6-Stage Microfiltration System using a Hoover Type "Y" Allergen Filtration disposable bag (2 included) and an additional secondary final filter that is removable and washable
- Full One Year Warranty

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

72 of 75 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I'll never stray from Hoover again, July 24, 2001

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"misssblue" (Denver, CO United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Hoover U6430-900 WindTunnel Ultra Self Propelled Upright Vacuum Cleaner (Kitchen)

I spent the last 8 months or so with a Eureka Victory, and I had two major complaints: 1) it refused to pick up pet hair from the carpet, and 2) it had a strong, undiffused vent on the side near the floor, so that it would blow pet hair up into the air when vacuuming on hard floor.

I chose this Hoover not for all of the features, but because I was hoping that it would pick up pet hair and it really does, and very very well--on all the different carpet types and hard wood in my house.

Now some comments on the features: I really like the powered hand-tool, (powered is an understatement)--my stairs have never been so clean. However it is a real pain to use with the short and very springy hose; I'll need to get an extension. The self-propelled thing is definitely strange as others have mentioned. I think the problem is that it expects me to go slower than my normal pace. But it really isn't so hard to push with that feature turned off. I also like being able to switch the main brush roller on and off (my Eureka did it automatically when it was pushed into upright position, which makes it difficult to clean stairs and throwrugs). As for other features on this and some of the other Eureka models, like dirt indicator lights and filter full indicators, I'm not sure I care about that. It's way heavier than that old Eureka, but the fact that it actually works makes this easy to forgive.

It was worth every penny, especially with free shipping. I was actually thinking about not having furry pets in the future after my dog kicks the bucket. All because of that... Eureka.

56 of 59 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars happy until today, September 5, 2001

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Laura L. Hillman "Paradise Alpacas" (Hempstead, TX USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Hoover U6430-900 WindTunnel Ultra Self Propelled Upright Vacuum Cleaner (Kitchen)

I purchased the original self-propelled Wind Tunnel about 2 years ago. I must say that I was thrilled with the power and ease of operation. I have cats and this vacuum cleaner was great at picking up cat hair. However, today, the motor burned up. At this price, I certainly expected it to last much, much longer than 2 years. (And I must say that I am NOT a frequent vacuumer!!) I took it to a repair shop and the man pointed to 4 (out of 10 or 12) Wind Tunnels waiting for repair or pick-up...I haven't decided yet whether to repair or put it down to a bad decision and buy something else. But I am very disappointed in my Hoover experience.

44 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Some pointers for those considering this vacuum......, December 30, 2001

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"gentle_reader" - See all my reviews

This review is from: Hoover U6430-900 WindTunnel Ultra Self Propelled Upright Vacuum Cleaner (Kitchen)

I do not own this vacuum (I am a canister afficianado) but do sell them and want to comment on the prior review. This is a great vacuum but you have to read the manual for this one if your salesperson does not take the time to give you some tips on proper care for your vacuum.

The self propelled feature will work, in general, very well - if you do not pick it up by the handle (it has a place in the back to lift it up to carry it) and if you do not turn the self propelled motor off or on while the vacuum is runnning. And the carpet height adjustment actually is very easy to use - if you just tilt your vacuum forward to change the height. If you don't, it is nearly impossible to change and likely will break.

I hope this helps those considering this purchase to have a long and happy life with your vacuum!