Kirby G4 Vacuum

Offers Superior Carpet Cleaning Ability

Kirby's are well known for their ability to lock suction thoroughly enough to lift carpeting from the floor with its power.

The head is designed to create equal suction all the way across the head beyond the brush bar.

This design feature allows for deeper than average cleaning power. The suction lock has been proven to vacuum the carpeting as well as the carpet padding.

With a wide array of vacuum tools, the Kirby Generation 4 vacuum is an efficient and effective cleaning machine.

Kirby G4 Review

Kirby G4

There are numerous features that make the Kirby G4 stand out in the crowd of vacuum cleaners.

• Disposable HEPA filter bags
• Full suction head
• Long attachment hose measuring 13 feet
• Kevlar fan that is completely resistant to breakage
• Bare floor head
• Upgraded horse hair bristles
• Foot controlled height adjustment
• Kirby exclusive mini head pet tool

Representative testing of the Kirby G4 has shown that the suction power of the full head system is powerful enough to clean up after other vacuum cleaners have done their job.

With the easy-to-use foot-controlled height adjustment, every carpeted surface can be set to the optimum range for full power. The proper height can be witnessed as the vacuum suction lifts the carpet as the vacuum passes over it, which is the secret to its deep cleaning ability.

The HEPA filtration bags are easy to change and clean to dispose of. The Kirby vacuum bags themselves are designed to block out recirculation dust as well as dust mites, dander, microbes, and bacteria. Since recirculation air is blocked through the HEPA filter, dust does not return to the room.

The Kirby cleaned carpet leaves behind Kirby cleaned air. The fan is made from Kevlar and is completely resistant to breakage. Users can accidentally vacuum up a coin and the fan will remain undamaged.

Kirby attachments are also designed to withstand a significant amount of abuse. While they are not quite indestructible, they are built to resist cracking, breaking, and chipping under harsher than normal use circumstances.

The Kirby G4 comes with an upgraded horse hair bristle brush bar to replace the less effective nylon based bristle brush bar. The horse hair bristle brush bar lifts dirt more effectively than nylon and is less likely to leave any scarring or marks if accidentally used on bare floors. The horse hair brush bar has been known to pick up as much as 25 percent more dust and dirt particles than nylon.

The Kirby exclusive mini head pet tool is the ultimate tool for picking up pet hair and other hard to grab dirt. Sofas, car seats, and upholstered furniture can be thoroughly cleaned with the mini head pet tool.

The mini head is designed to fit into small spaces while maintaining the original force of power. This little tool can be used on any soft surface including beds and mattresses, carpeted steps, and even in a pinch the winter coat.

For floors the Kirby G4 comes with a clean head system designed for hardwood floors, tile, and linoleum. The powerful suction that gets carpeting deeply cleaned is filtered through an extra long 13-foot hose, a double extension wand, and a floor head that is gentle on bare floors but thorough on dirt. The low profile floor tool reaches easily under furniture including all the way under sofas and beds.

Advantages

The superior carpet cleaning ability is a clear advantage of the Kirby G4. The tools for additional surface cleaning are well thought out for maximum effectiveness and efficiency. The HEPA filtration system helps relieve the triggers that allergy and asthma sufferers deal with on a daily basis.

The Kirby's powerhouse and unique design for continuous maximum air flow created a cleaning machine that can be used for every surface in the home, reducing the time it takes to perform household cleaning duties.

Disadvantages

The Kirby G4 has two basic disadvantages when compared to its competitors. While the Kirby Company has been perpetually improving the ease of switching the carpet head with the accessory hose, the exchange still creates difficulties for some users.

The second complaint is that the G4, while lighter than its predecessors, is heavy and awkward when it comes to transporting it up and down stairs.

Consumer Reviews

Consumers like: Powerful suction head Effective tools and attachments HEPA filtration system that prevents air recirculation

Consumers don't like: Difficulty with transition from carpet head to floor attachments Heavy and awkward to carry Expensive

Summary

The Kirby G4 vacuum offers exceptional cleaning capabilities on carpeted surfaces. The addition of the horse hair bristle brush bar adds to the cleaning effectiveness.

For allergy sufferers and asthmatics the HEPA filtration system cleans the air as well as the vacuum cleaner cleans the carpeting. Built with superior design for longevity, including the Kevlar unbreakable fan, the Kirby G4 is a reasonable value.

Brand new Kirby Generation 4 models can be purchased for somewhere between $1500 and $1900. Refurbished G4 models can be purchased for about half of the original price. The G4 comes with a 5-year manufacturer guaranteed warranty on all parts and labor.

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