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Henry the Unhappy Hoover

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Hi there,

This is a very stupid question...but we have just moved house, very used to using my Kirby Vacuum Cleaner, but we now have one of those small vacuum cleaners with the little 'face' on the front, not sure what they are called, but I think it says 'Henry' on teh side (they normally come in green, blue, red and Yellow)

Anyone know how you should be cleaning them, do you clean the inside bag or replace it? ours is quite filthy, doesnt suck at all anymore and seems to be so full of dust, I'm be scared to open it up!!

thanks
** i didn't lose my mind, i sold it on ebay **
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  • ka7e
    ka7e Posts: 3,129 Forumite
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    Is there a paper bag inside? If so, it sounds like it needs replacing. You can feel if it's full or not. If it's not full then you may have a blockage in the hose, which is unlikely as it is quite large!
    I believe it is possible to use a Henry without a bag, which would mean the whole body would fill with dust (there is a large round filter). I would imagine it would be horrible to empty and clean! The filter isn't washable either. If your Henry has been used without a bag, you need to empty the contents (do it outside!), wipe out the insides and bang as much dust as possible out of the filter.
    Henry bags are relatively cheap and bigger than most other brands.
    "Cheap", "Fast", "Right" -- pick two.
  • Minky2Slice
    Minky2Slice Posts: 387 Forumite
    Does anyone know where you can get the new bags from?

    cheers :p
    ** i didn't lose my mind, i sold it on ebay **
  • mentaljessie
    mentaljessie Posts: 395 Forumite
    Argos do them I don't think they are the cheapest as i get mine from an independent shop near where i live for a little cheaper.
  • I have got the same hoover, probably best hoover ever had, bougth the bags from https://www.dustbag.co.uk 20 bags for £11.99, £1 for delivery, came quick only two days. Order code DBG0480. Hope this helps
  • ka7e
    ka7e Posts: 3,129 Forumite
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    Loads on ebay! You can buy a reusable fabric bag too.
    "Cheap", "Fast", "Right" -- pick two.
  • silverfoxdude
    silverfoxdude Posts: 1,331 Forumite
    I used the hoover without bags and found it great. Oh how I miss Henry, I loved him!! hehe
  • Minky2Slice
    Minky2Slice Posts: 387 Forumite
    I used the hoover without bags and found it great. Oh how I miss Henry, I loved him!! hehe

    doesnt using it without a bag damage it in some way, or is it made to go without a bag if you prefer??

    Dont want Henry dying on us!!
    ** i didn't lose my mind, i sold it on ebay **
  • Wesker
    Wesker Posts: 1,393 Forumite
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    I use them at work and none of them have bags in :confused:
    Errrr...come back later ;)
  • Minky2Slice
    Minky2Slice Posts: 387 Forumite
    Thanks everyone, got the bags from Argos - 10 for £5.99...

    Henry is happy once again :o
    ** i didn't lose my mind, i sold it on ebay **
  • rafi_2
    rafi_2 Posts: 110 Forumite
    Does anyone know where you can get the power brush accessory for Henry and how much it is?

    We have a cat and I think the power brush head might be a big help with the hairs on the carpet.
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