tokanm Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 I did the search option and there are lots of older posts on this...too old I think Anyways I have a Bissel Powerforce that has been great and all of a sudden it got really hard to push and it smelled like it was burning. I replaced the belt but that is not the problem the beater brush bar will no longer turn. I need to buy a new vacuum but my funds are very limited $70 or less. I remember seeing someone had a CR best deal for a great price. I have 5 cats so I need lots of good suction and power (I know I am asking alot for my budget). I do not want a Dyson..not that I can afford one anyways tia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mysschevous Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 Why not try taking your current vacuum to the repair shop? I bet it is a quick fix, and that will run you under $70. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tlklcox Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 I had a Bissell Lift Off until last year. I had the same thing happen to me and ordered a new brush/bar from the website and sure enough it worked good as new again. I think with shipping and everything it was a $20 fix. The part came pretty fast also! Be forwarned though, it is a tight fit getting the bar back on but definitely doable! Goodluck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tokanm Posted August 21, 2008 Author Share Posted August 21, 2008 oh thanks, I figured it was not worth fixing. I have emailed Bissell and am wondering if it still may be under the warranty. In the mean time I am using a shark stick vac...not exactly made for whole house vacuuming but it works nonetheless thanks again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amyers12345 Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 We just bought the $49 Dirt Devil from Target, and it is the best vacuum we've ever had. Parts of our carpets that have been shampooed and vacuumed and never looked good, look amazing. We live on a dirt road, so there is a ton of dust. We sucked 3 inches up in the cannister, just from our already vacuumed area rug. I highly recommend it. We have had other, much more expensive ones, and this one takes the cake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingersunshine Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 amyers, what does the vacuum look like? can you pull up a pic? i need a new vacuum and a dyson is out of the question d/t cost. i have a gravel driveway and 2 dogs. this would be great for $49. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amyers12345 Posted August 21, 2008 Share Posted August 21, 2008 http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41u5AYIwZYL._SS260_.jpg It looks like it's on TPC for $45. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tokanm Posted August 23, 2008 Author Share Posted August 23, 2008 I emailed Bissell and they are sending me out a new beater/brush/roll bar and new belts all for free They were very helpful and explained that the end piece on the roller may have worn down and needs to be replaced. The email also stated that if that did not fix the problem I should contact them again asap Nice customer service, imho Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noehlp Posted August 23, 2008 Share Posted August 23, 2008 Mary-Ellen I am glad they are sending the parts out to you. If for some odd reason that after you get the new parts and the vacuum still don't work, the following vacuum is the one I bought a few weeks ago. I LOVE it and it works perfect! The suction on it is the very best! I bought it at the local Wal-Mart here. Dirt Devil Envision Upright Bagless Vacuum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingersunshine Posted August 24, 2008 Share Posted August 24, 2008 thanks amyers. i'll be going to target this week as our vacuum is about to "hit the dust" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amyers12345 Posted August 24, 2008 Share Posted August 24, 2008 You are welcome! I hope you love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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