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Customer Reviews of Fantom CW600 Crosswind Upright Vacuum Cleaner
Customer Rating:   Summary: WARNING! OVERHEATS CONSTANTLY! Comment: I was very excited when we purchased our Fantom Crosswinds from Overstock.com...(for around $180-200) it's nice-looking and from the features it offers, we thought we had found a goldmine for a vacuum. After only cleaning one room, we noticed it began to lose power, overheat and shut itself off. Sooo, we're left standing there with many more rooms needing vacuuming. Uh, okay, what do we do now? Well, we checked the filters, read the manual and it explains that if it should overheat (if??) you will need to check and clean the filters after every use. Well, in our case every use meant after one room of use!!! This is VERY annoying and a complete and utter waste of money and time because the manual also states that your vacuum should cool down and be ready for use again in a few hours! That's a lie!! Our Fantom will not even power up again unless we wait 24 hours!! So, if you can picture this: a washed out filter lying on the edge of the bathroom tub (which has to stay there for 24 hours to completely dry before we can use it again) and a "dead" overheated vacuum which won't work for 24 hours...after only cleaning 1 small room area. This is what we deal with with our Fantom!! We will NEVER buy another Fantom again!! I cannot believe this company has so eloquently deceived the public with their more-than-phenominal infomercials into believing their products are any better than a $70 upright my husband bought over 20 years ago! We still use that old upright--(not that I want to, but we have to because of the Fantom)--the old Hoover still works, yes, it's very loud (I call it "Old Bessy" because it moans like a cow) and we do have to change bags and belts when they break, but at least we can vacuum the house without waiting 24 hours to do one more room! I urge everyone NOT to buy Fantom products! NEVER! Customer Rating: Summary: I LOVE THIS VACUUM!!! Comment: Ok firt I have owned 2 different FANTOMS well kind of 3. A fantom fury and a fantom lightning and they are both still great but slowly dying after the years of labor they have gave me. the almost 3RD but it is a westinghouse wired DELUX same as fantom CW600 and I love it. It is by far one of the best machines I'v owned. yes fantom is out of business but there are plenty of carriers of fantom parts on the internet if you even need any. [which I havent] my machines have only gotten cloggeg a couple times [ONLY THE FURY] the reason for this is that I have a long haires bichon in my house and the fury was an older model [the first fantom] and I gues it was a faulty design problem that was worked out before they made they next models [thunder, lightning, cyclone xt, and all crosswinds and special editions]. I was able to unclog it by simply opening the flap in the back on the bottom and removing the hair. I belive that after all the service I have recieved from my vacuums that fantom is the BEST!!!!!!!!! Customer Rating: Summary: Pet Hair Hell Comment: The Crosswind 600XL does not come up to the usual quality that I have come to expect from Fantom. I sold my Fury and Thunder to upgrade to the Crosswind. Worst mistake I ever made! I have 1 cat and 1 dog. The Fury and the Thunder handled the pethair effortlessly. The Crosswind will only run 5 mins before the automatic shut off kicks in because it overheats. You have to wait 30 mins before it will restart. Spent the whole afternoon trying to vacuum a livingroom, diningroom and hallwy. I'm awaiting Europro's response now that they have taken over what was once a good product. Customer Rating: Summary: Best Vacuum Comment: I wanted to say that I own 4 Fantom vatuums for my church and they are awsome and this one is the best one becuase for one thing the floors are were ugly and now they look new you can tell differance in the carpet and the vacuums is much easier to take care of them others like Hoover and Eureka becuase each one of this models required everytime its emptyed you have to bang the filter off on the side of the trash can which causes a plume of dust. But this you just empty. The Dirt arrester are the best becuase the dirt dosen't get caught in the bottom of the dust bin and i love the cog style belt less breaking just an over all great vacuum. O Yes all of you people that need parts ... and u can everything even vaccuums. Thanks Fantom Great Vacuum Customer Rating: Summary: Best One Comment: First of all, my vacuum has worked perfectly. I only clean mine after my canister is full and it works perfectly. Your house must be very, very dirty. What are you talking about you can't get filters, go to Fantom.com, and order them. Fantom was only taken over by Euro-Pro. As for a manual go tho Fantom.Com again. Anyone who has a problem with this vacuum cant take care of it and their house must be filthy. Fantom is one of the best brands there is in vacuums. As for buying a cheaper kenmore or hoover, thats idiotic. Any vacuum under 179.99 is typically very cheaply made and is a an imitation. Kenmore and hoover use cheap plastic, motors and parts. More Reviews The Fantom Crosswind 12-amp vacuum features new Cyclonic technology. Debris from your floor is deposited into the clear collection bin, making it easy to see how full the bin is and eliminating the need for vacuum bags. Although the vacuum is bulkier than many standard uprights, its handy tool-storage bin and ingenious Squeeze 'N' Go handle more than compensate. Simply squeeze the handle; you'll see that it's actually a cleaning wand, cleverly built in and stored, with a 10-foot reach. No more converting from an upright to a wand--just grab the handle and start using it! Onboard tools include a crevice tool, upholstery brush, and hardwood-floor tool. The Crosswind stands out, even among Fantom uprights, thanks to its advanced filtration system. The vacuum offers two filters: a self- charging electrostatic filter and an anti-allergen filter that captures 99.97 percent of all particles, including bacteria, pollen, plant spores, molds, and other allergens. Unlike HEPA-certified filters, which must be replaced, the anti-allergen filter is washable--better for both your budget and the environment. In addition, the Crosswind boasts a brand-new collection bin design not seen on other models. Dirt arresters ensure that fine dust won't get trapped in the bottom of the bin, making it easier to empty and clean. The Crosswind's stylized blue design and dual headlights make it an exemplary piece of industrial design, and its five floor settings provide exceptional control. --Ariel Meadow Stallings 
Choosing Appliance -> Range Cookers The way you cook is also key to deciding which type of range cooker to choose. No-frills heat storage ranges such as Agas retain heat they have gradually built up and generally have two ovens without temperature controls - the hot oven is for roasting and baking, the cool one for slow cooking/keeping warm. Choosing Appliance -> Do I need a dishwasher? If you enjoy washing by hand, no! However modern machines use less water, detergent and power than ever before and wash hotter using really powerful cleaners giving a hygienic wash result. You can save around 500 hours a year so it is worth thinking about. If you have a small kitchen or live alone, choose a slimline model. Fantom CW600 Crosswind Upright Vacuum Cleaner
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