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CarmineD


Joined: Dec 31, 2007
Points: 5894

Sears Premalite TV Ad for $379
Original Message   Dec 31, 2007 5:26 pm
I saw this ad recently on TV.  Haven't seen the vacuum up close and personal yet.  But at 16 pounds with metal alloy components and a cord winder, it appears to have some desirable features.

Carmine D.

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Acerone


Joined: Jul 25, 2007
Points: 986

Re: Sears Premalite TV Ad for $379
Reply #32   Mar 12, 2008 9:29 pm
CarmineD wrote:
Ace:</p><p>For $69 you can't go wrong.  I'm curious about the new box size of the vacuum:  In comparison to say the dyson carton, how does the box size of the Premalite measure up?</p><p>Carmine D.

Correct for that price is was a good vacuum... One large box about twice the size of the DC21... And boy is that 21 heavy...
Venson


Joined: Jul 23, 2007
Points: 1900

Re: Sears Premalite TV Ad for $379
Reply #33   Mar 12, 2008 10:02 pm
CarmineD wrote:
VAX used the aluminum alloy handle in one piece and it appears very sturdy.  Wonder if the Premalite handle is halved to make it more compact for boxing and shipping?

Carmine D.



Hi Carmine,

Just for the record the handle/wand is all one piece.  In result it is a little too short if you wanted to use a bare floor tool with it so like the Vax it's basically good for extending your reach to places overhead.  The handle grip/ hose end is the only part of it that detaches. 

Venson

CarmineD


Joined: Dec 31, 2007
Points: 5894

Re: Sears Premalite TV Ad for $379
Reply #34   Mar 13, 2008 7:26 am
HARDSELL wrote:
So you agree that the Premalite is a POS.



I recall my good man, when your DC07 was launched it had a major flaw that required some quick dyson remedy.  Airblade [Matt mmc] can verify.  I pointed it out on another Forum before you arrived.  The U-bend airway was a detachable piece.  And detachable it was.  It had a thumb button on it.  Most if not all users took it to be the handle release.  Their first reaction was to step on it.  When they did, it came off.  When it came off the DC07 had no suction in attachment mode.  And guess what.  The comprehensive dyson manual had no illustrations and instructions on how to reinstall.  Consequently the piece was often off or separated from the vacuum.  Dyson corrected the flaw on subsequent models.  And the DC07 launched at $439.

The Premalite gets a pass for now until I have a chance to use it extensively.

Carmine D.

CarmineD


Joined: Dec 31, 2007
Points: 5894

Re: Sears Premalite TV Ad for $379
Reply #35   Mar 13, 2008 7:28 am
Ace, Venson:

Thanks for the clarifications.  The Premalite is on my list to test. 

Carmine D.

Venson


Joined: Jul 23, 2007
Points: 1900

Re: Sears Premalite TV Ad for $379
Reply #36   Mar 18, 2008 9:55 pm
By the way, does anyone know the complete Sears model number for this vacuum. It is not just 37060.

Thanks,

Venson

cartermelanie


Joined: May 6, 2008
Points: 2

Re: Sears Premalite TV Ad for $379
Reply #37   May 6, 2008 11:41 pm
Acerone,

I am experiencing the same problem with my premalite.  i was wondering if you stillhad that part since you returned the vac and if so would you be interested in getting rid of it.  i am in need of this piece.  also how did you ghet the piece, they wanted to charge me almost 34$  plus shipping for this small plastic piece.  well they wouldnt sell me the plastic piece, the whole wand.  if you could give me any tips or help i would greatly appreciate it!!!

Acerone


Joined: Jul 25, 2007
Points: 986

Re: Sears Premalite TV Ad for $379
Reply #38   May 6, 2008 11:46 pm
cartermelanie wrote:
Acerone,</p><p>I am experiencing the same problem with my premalite.  i was wondering if you stillhad that part since you returned the vac and if so would you be interested in getting rid of it.  i am in need of this piece.  also how did you ghet the piece, they wanted to charge me almost 34$  plus shipping for this small plastic piece.  well they wouldnt sell me the plastic piece, the whole wand.  if you could give me any tips or help i would greatly appreciate it!!!

Take the vacuum cleaner back to Sears... The local Sears store sales clerk said the vacuum cleaner was terrible because of that part and she told me to bring it back and she's take care of it for me.

I got the part for free when I went to the Sears parts department and they shipped it to me for free. I don't have it anymore sorry...
cartermelanie


Joined: May 6, 2008
Points: 2

Re: Sears Premalite TV Ad for $379
Reply #39   May 8, 2008 11:55 am
Hello, again.  my SEARS isnt as helpful as theone you went to.  figures for me right!  i wanted to write kenmore and complain about how they are handling the whole situation with this faulty piece.   do you have info on how to contact the manufacturer.  thanks!!!!!
Acerone


Joined: Jul 25, 2007
Points: 986

Re: Sears Premalite TV Ad for $379
Reply #40   May 8, 2008 1:53 pm
cartermelanie wrote:
Hello, again.  my SEARS isnt as helpful as theone you went to.  figures for me right!  i wanted to write kenmore and complain about how they are handling the whole situation with this faulty piece.   do you have info on how to contact the manufacturer.  thanks!!!!!


Try another Sears... I had better luck at the 2nd Sears store...
HARDSELL


Joined: Aug 22, 2007
Points: 1293

Re: Sears Premalite TV Ad for $379
Reply #41   Apr 12, 2011 8:58 am
HARDSELL wrote:
Ir Ace was referring to a Dyson you would be telling that is a POS.  You want us to believe that only Dyson is the problem and not the user. Your credibility would be better if you presented the fact that all vacuums have problems. 

Could it be that this Sears vac is a POS and overpriced.  Almost $400 for a vac that is likely a lemon.


Carmine,
Just to refresh your memory of my comment.

I did not make a statement about the Premalite being a POS.  I asked if it was one. 
You will notice my reasoning is because you would call the Dyson a POS at every opportunity.
How many different twists can you use to avoid admitting that I never called the vac a POS.  I will get the pop corn as I wait.
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