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My husband bought the Shark Bagless V1310PT vacuum cleaner while I was in the hospital last year.

The belt broke after one year. I can only be replaced by ordering it on line... a problem if you are in the middle of cleaning. It took 8 days to arrive.

To replace it, you must essentially take the vacuum apart, removing 9 hidden tiny screws. Once back together, the on off button doesn't work.

I have spent about 6 hours now trying to change the belt, not including the shipping time. It's going out in the trash tomorrow, and I am researching substitutes tonight. A definite don't buy!!!

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Mar 20, 2010
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Really user unfriendly!
by: Anonymous

I was pleased with this machine for a few months. We have an Aussie and cats and this did a good job of getting their hair picked up. But I must have gotten something more than dirt and hair under the wheels and it is now clogged. I've spent HOURS and HOURS reading the manual, finding the right long Philips screwdrivers, undoing the MANY screws, using various tools to pull out the clogged stuff...took it to the garage and used the shop vac to suck, then blew into every opening we could find. Nothing has worked! Nothing goes into the dirt cup...it comes out in dust clouds from under the vacuum and messes up the house. I had really liked the machine and hate to give up, but refuse to spend any more days on this project. Now I'm reading on this site that I'll really be sorry when the belt breaks...that means dismantling the machine and ordering the belt, etc. TALK ABOUT USER UNFRIENDLY!!!!!

Mar 20, 2010
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Feb 21, 2010
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Shark Bagless Vac is Wack!
by: Anonymous

I have just spent the last 3 hours trying to unclog this vacuum. It has me so upset right now, I threw it across my living room into the kitchen with hopes of going through the kitchen window.

There is virtually no support for the product and it does take forever to receive new belts. "Lifetime of belts? Who's lifetime? I'm not a cat, I don't have 9! I am now on my way to purchase a new one, possibly a Dyson, with the hopes that it will not only work, but meet and exceed my expectations.

Shark Bagless V131OPT sucks!

Mad as Hell!

Feb 17, 2010
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rating is worst vacuum ever
by: Anonymous

This vacuum claims to be great with dog hair-- wrong that is the 1st big joke. Secondly it constantly gets clogged up. just purchased before christmas and now it has a broken belt which you cant find any where. How do you get the lifetime supply of free belts --best kept secret.

Feb 17, 2010
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Dec 25, 2009
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you are all the reason we have landfills!
by: YeaPepsRstupid

I totally agree with the poster above "PeopleRstupid" I have had my shark a few years and no problems. Buy a vac that fits your needs.
If you can't fix something yourself, find a relative that can.
Keeping it real...

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Dec 22, 2009
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Over heats....
by: Froggychan

SO... i have found this page t be somewhat useful in repairing my own v1310pt shark vacuum, but i havent found nay comments on this model OVER HEATIING.

has anyone had this happen to them yet?

i have completly taken apart the vacuum to clean out all the clogs (never found BELT area though), and i am thinking of just swapping out my current belt with the extra provided in the retail box to see if that fixes my problem...

i can vacuum a area about 6ft. X 6ft. before my vacuum over heats and shuts down.

FYI, my vacuum would do this befoe i dissabled it as well...only difference is now it SUCKS BETTER ;D

any advice would be appreciated, thanks!

Dec 21, 2009
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POS!
by: Anonymous

I am furious that I cannot pick up a replacement belt anywhere locally!!! This is ridiculous! Going in garbage tonite!

Dec 13, 2009
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v1310pt is stupid vaccum
by: Anonymous

I dont know how i bought this vaccum is piece of junk.DONT BUY THANKS

Dec 11, 2009
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Clogged Sound
by: Anonymous

The vac is actually not that bad. Have three aussies and use it every day. I too ran into the clogged sound and was able to remove it via the access port on the bottom. Did need a flashlight to find the tiny holes where the screws were hidding. A little deceitful because there are a total of four screws that need to come off in order to remove hose and clog.
I also regualarly clean the filter and have washed as well.
Am not getting a clogged sound when turning it on....the wind is still turning and things are being picked up. Does anyone know what the "clogged" sound is and is there really another place to look for a clog.

Dec 11, 2009
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fed up
by: Anonymous

i bought the shark v1310pt, when i got my first clog took the portcover off cleaned out the clog and now i cant get the dang hose to stay on, there's no clamp to hold it on and the place that you do put it on is only about an eight of an inch long, everytime i put it in the upright postion the hose comes back off!!!!!!!

Nov 17, 2009
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the problem is less vacuum and more you guys!
by: PeopleRstupid

I've had this vacuum for over a year and I love it! It is small and easy to maneuver and cleaning it is no big deal. I live the long and easy to whip out accessory hose and the handle on top of the unit that allows you to pick up the 5 or 6 (tops) lbs unit and clean stairs. Does it lose suction when the hepa filter becomes clogged up...yes...what vacuum doesnt? I easily took the hepa filter out after using the vacuum to suck up much much cat liter and carpet deodorizer and shook the heck out of it out in the back yard, beat it against the patio for a bit and put it back on and used it for another few months. I bet you could run it under some water and really get it clean but I am springing for a new filter and the outside filter wrap....which i found on Sharkvac.com....follow logical directions and go to the parts/accessories nav button at the top of the page and type in the model number CLEARLY stated on the back of the pet pro vac...V1310pt. The parts come right up for easy (and reasonably priced) purchase. I have not had any issues with the belt, but if I do I think I can figure it out without acting like a 5 year old, throwing my hands up and throwing a perfectly good vacuum in a landfill to buy another vacuum that Im sure once you suck up your kids leggo's will "mysteriously stop working", you won't be able to figure it out and then you'll throw that one out in a landfill to rot for 1000 years, but first Im sure you'll take the time to post on Bissell's website how crappy their products are. Hey if you want a vacuum that doesnt ever malfunction? Spank the bank and buy a Dyson dude! (although I've heard stories about wheels falling off of them) For me, my small apartment and my needs, my $75 Pet Pro is just great! My advice, buy a vacuum appropriate for your needs. If you have two big dogs (like the post'er above) spend more than 75 bucks on a vacuum.

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Nov 17, 2009
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I've had this vacuum for over a year and I love it! It is small and easy to maneuver and cleaning it is no big deal. I live the long and easy to whip out accessory hose and the handle on top of the unit that allows you to pick up the 5 or 6 (tops) lbs unit and clean stairs. Does it lose suction when the hepa filter becomes clogged up...yes...what vacuum doesnt? I easily took the hepa filter out after using the vacuum to suck up much much cat liter and carpet deodorizer and shook the heck out of it out in the back yard, beat it against the patio for a bit and put it back on and used it for another few months. I bet you could run it under some water and really get it clean but I am springing for a new filter and the outside filter wrap....which i found on Sharkvac.com....follow logical directions and go to the parts/accessories nav button at the top of the page and type in the model number CLEARLY stated on the back of the pet pro vac...V1310pt. The parts come right up for easy (and reasonably priced) purchase. I have not had any issues with the belt, but if I do I think I can figure it out without acting like a 5 year old, throwing my hands up and throwing a perfectly good vacuum in a landfill to buy another vacuum that Im sure once you suck up your kids leggo's will "mysteriously stop working", you won't be able to figure it out and then you'll throw that one out in a landfill to rot for 1000 years, but first Im sure you'll take the time to post on Bissell's website how crappy their products are. Hey if you want a vacuum that doesnt ever malfunction? Spank the bank and buy a Dyson dude! (although I've heard stories about wheels falling off of them) For me, my small apartment and my needs, my $75 Pet Pro is just great! My advice, buy a vacuum appropriate for your needs. If you have two big dogs (like the post'er above) spend more than 75 bucks on a vacuum.

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Nov 08, 2009
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where is the belt
by: SCREAMING

I had my Shark Vaccum for over a year and I must say I have experienced the same noise, it took me awhile before i just sat down and looked at the manual THE NOISE COME FROM THE HOSE BEING CLOGGEDin order to unclog you'll have to turn the vac. over and unscrew it pull the hose out and take the screw driver andremove all thats clogging it. My question is HOW IN THE HELL DO YOU CHANGE THE BELT? I really don't feel like reading it I just want to change it....HELP!

Nov 07, 2009
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horrible
by: Anonymous

Awful design, not at all user friendly, doesn't suck up anything less than 2 inches near a wall, hard to empty cup while in vacuum mode. Don't buy!!!

Nov 02, 2009
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Piece of Crap
by: Anonymous

I purchased the Shark V1310PTN at Kmart. Without thinking, I threw the box away. I used this piece of crap only once to find out there is SOMETHING wrong with it. I don't know if it was refurbished when I bought it or what. It makes a "noise" when you turn it on like something is plugging the airway and all of the junk from the floor gets clogged - you can't see anything spinning in the dirt cup. I can EXCHANGE it at Kmart because I did keep my receipt but that's it. I told Kmart I didn't want to exchange it because it was JUNK.

Sep 17, 2009
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Shark V1310PT - Piece of junk
by: Anonymous

I purchased this vacuum last night and I HATE it! I wish that I could return it and get a refund of my money. I, like some others, purchased it because of good advertising, etc and thought that it would hold up to its name - DOES NOT. Would not recommend this to anyone. A complete waste of money

Sep 14, 2009
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I DETEST THIS VACUUM CLEANER!!!
by: Anonymous

My experiences basically mirror everyone else's...vacuum works beautifully for the first couple of months, then loses suction. I can see the "access port to remove clogs"...but there is NO way to get it open. I can't tell if it needs to be unscrewed or what.

I've already tried entering the model# in all sorts of case combinations (all caps, no caps, etc.)..........there is no way to access the manual. Apparently the "Navigator" "Steam Mop" and "Pocket Mop" are all they sell, because you sure can't even find any other vacuum product.

If you misplace the manual, you're basically screwed. So far none of the screwdrivers I have will open the "access port". I don't know what I'm going to do. My husband has no job and we are SHORT on money.

Aug 26, 2009
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Shark Power Pet V1310PT vac NIGHTMARE
by: Anonymous

My God, I bought the because I have two long-haired dogs who are shedding all over the place. This vac advertised it's excellence in getting up dog hair, so I bought it.It Started out great for about 10 mins, then while vacumming only dog hair; the belt breaks. I can't for the life of me, figure out how to change it. The vac came with an extra belt but no directions on how to install it. WOW! I got a new vac, with a broken belt, a promise to remove all dog hair and I can't even figure out how to change the belt.... And even if I did figure it out, I'd have to avoid vacumming dog hair, HUH????

Aug 18, 2009
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Junk , Junk , Junk
by: Anonymous

This is by the far the worst vacuum I have ever owned. I bought it because of the Shark name what a mistake that was. I went to the Website to look on how to change the belt... Low and behold there are no directions nor can I find the model number VI310PT. I am throwing this vacuum in the garbage and sticking with a name I can trust Bissel !!!

Jul 15, 2009
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Worst Website-AGREED
by: Anonymous

We have owned the Shark Bagless V1310PT for only four months and have the second belt has now broke!!... seems to be a popular complaint that has me SO frustrated!! Ofcourse they do not sell replacement parts at the store you bought the vacuum, and even better yet...at any store!! The website is horrible and model number cannot be found. Looks like I'll be on hold with a customer service dept. for god knows how long, will have to pay shipping, and wait to vacuum for god knows how much longer! =[

Jul 15, 2009
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Shark V1310PT Vacuum
by: Anonymous

I purchased a Shark V1310PT. It is by far the worst vacuum cleaner I have ever used. It doesn't even do a so-so job. It doesn't pick up much and what it does pick up, it spits out. I could see if it was an old worn out vacuum but it was terrible from the very first time I used it. I wouldn't waste a penny on one.

Jul 12, 2009
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how to find Shark Pet Model # V1310PT on their site
by: Anonymous

Shark's website is a little difficult/confusing to navigate. If you can get to this site: http://www.sharkvac.com/manualandfaqsearch.aspx, enter your model # as V1310PT and click on GO - it will take you to the user manual for this vacuum. True enough - I searched by just the model number alone and didn't get any hits....until I tried the model number with the alpha chars in all caps. Apparently the search engine is case-sensitive. Good luck!

Jul 09, 2009
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Shark website crap
by: Jessica

I own a Shark Power Pet V1310PT vac. It has been the best vac I have ever owned...until one part broke on it. I have been to the Shark website and low and behold, the model number cant be found in order for me to try to find the part I need. That website is the WORST website I have EVER been to to try to find replace parts. It has been RIDICULOUS. I spent over an hour trying to search for it, but you cant find anything without the model number...WHICH I HAVE...but when you put it in, they dont seem to know they built the dang thing. I will NEVER buy another Shark vac..EVER!!!