Philips vacuum cleaners: varieties and subtleties of choice

Today it is impossible to imagine any decent house without a vacuum cleaner, therefore it is very important that such a unit fully comply with the requirements of the owners. If the technical characteristics can still be studied, then the reliability of the device cannot be determined in advance in any way, except by its belonging to a certain, well-known brand.

That is why many modern consumers go to the store, already knowing which consumer's product they are ready to give preference to, even if they have no idea about the features of its lineup. Philips belongs to such well-recognized brands in the world of vacuum cleaners.

The Philips company is well recognized all over the world, because its history began in 1891. True, at first the company's field of activity was not even close to cleaning or electrical appliances - a small company in the Dutch Eindhoven produced lighting equipment. An interesting fact is that Russia turned out to be a significant country for Philips, because it was here in 1898, just seven years after its foundation, that the first consignment of goods was exported.

Thanks to well-thought-out management, the company grew rapidly and soon began to expand its range of medical equipment and consumer goods - the latter include vacuum cleaners. Today the company retains all three main areas of its activity, but the general consumer, of course, is known only for consumer goods, which, as we see, does not pay all its attention to.

Among the company's household appliances, the most famous are audio equipment and mobile phones, but vacuum cleaners also enjoy some popularity. Any technique of the brand is popular for the reason that it is this company that throughout its history has invested tremendous efforts and resources in research, allowing it to release many different technological innovations to the market. This was done largely out of concern for the consumer, so it is not surprising that Philips products are distinguished by significant ease of use.

At the same time, the huge prevalence of the technology of this company around the world greatly simplifies its service maintenance - for example, the brand has dozens of its own branded sites for different states in local languages.

Although vacuum cleaners are definitely not the main focus of Philips' commercial production, this has not stopped the huge multinational corporation from developing many different models for every taste. The range of products inspires real respect, here are all possible classes of modern vacuum cleaners. To appreciate the scale, you just need to briefly go through all the lines of the brand's vacuum cleaners.

• Vacuum cleaners with dust collection bag - the classic version of such a unit, which must be present in the lineup of any large manufacturer. There are both modest and relatively inexpensive models, as well as examples of amazing power - 2.2 kW of consumption from the network and 550 W for suction. HEPA 13 filters are used to protect those with allergies, and an impressive variety of attachments are available for cleaning all types of surfaces.

• Bagless vacuum cleaners Is a relatively new product category with a rapidly growing popularity. The range includes models for dry, wet cleaning, or both at once, washing units use both cyclonic and water filters. At a slightly higher cost, this technique allows you to achieve prohibitive efficiency in cleaning air and floor coverings from dust, bacteria and any type of pollution.

• Cordless upright hand-held vacuum cleaners, also known as mop vacuum cleaners - fashionable modern technology, which is not yet insanely popular, but is already perceived as a sign of the imminent future. Such a unit is perfect for wet cleaning, while its dimensions are very small - in fact, it is a somewhat weighted tube without a case, because all parts of the mechanism, including the dust collector, fit into the handle. Such a device is very good for cleaning small spaces, for example, one room or office, especially since it practically does not require storage space.

• Robot vacuum cleaners - a real squeak of modern fashion in the world of technology, which has not yet been found everywhere, although it has already managed to settle in all progressive minds. Such a device cleans the room almost on its own; you just need to start it and set the program. The device is powered by a powerful battery, it is able to "see" obstacles and go around them, and also easily overcomes the thresholds between rooms.

• Washing vacuum cleaners 3 in 1 - another kind of improved "mops", such a unit is able to first clean, and then wash and dry the floor. Such products have no restrictions on hard floor coverings, while they easily remove most types of dirt and successfully fight allergens.

• Steam cleaners - not exactly vacuum cleaners in the classical sense, but the manufacturer himself placed such equipment here. Before the classical suction, such a unit first pours over the surface with heated steam, which makes it possible to remove from the floor structure even those contaminants that have dried up and absorbed a long time ago. This technique is suitable for all types of flooring and does not even require the use of any cleaning chemicals.

• Handheld vacuum cleaners - by far the most compact of all possible solutions, such a unit fits easily in the hand. Unlike most other models, it is designed for soft surfaces - both upholstered furniture and carpets.

In addition to vacuum cleaners, Philips is engaged in the production of replacement equipment and accessories - bags, nozzles and filters. Since all parts are branded, the possibility that the purchased spare part will not fit the device is completely excluded.

In addition, thanks to in-house production of parts, the manufacturer can ensure that all of his devices remain of the same quality and durability even after replacing the removable parts.

A huge advantage of the Philips brand over most other manufacturers is precisely the independent production of components for their own vacuum cleaners. It should be noted that the assortment of such components is quite impressive, even theoretically it is difficult to come up with something that could be useful to the owner of the vacuum cleaner, but it is not in the list of products. Let's consider the assortment in more detail.

On the official website, in the section dedicated to dust bags, there are 7 positions.Among them, a special bag for the handheld vacuum cleaner produced by Philips occupies a very special place, while all the others are designed for classic bag models.

Disposable units are sold in packs of 4 or 6, each with an AFS microfilter and another for engine protection. Please note that the difference between the two items is not only in the number of pieces - there are slight incompatibilities between models, which is indicated on the packaging.

Separately, there are four variants of s-bags, of which there can be 3 or 4 in a pack. Each of these products has its own characteristics, which should be carefully read on the packaging or in the product description. So, a choice of more durable bags is offered, universal products for all Philips vacuum cleaners (and at the same time a related Electrolux) with odor absorption and anti-allergenic filtration.

The accessories section, by definition, assumes a wider variety of goods, because there are already a quarter of a hundred positions here. The main assortment is, of course, attachments for all occasions, which allow using an old vacuum cleaner to remove something new, for which it was not purchased. Another very popular product is spare kits, which include all possible consumables, including bags, filters, granules for air purification, brushes, napkins, and so on - depending on which model this kit is intended for and what it may need. owner. There are also sets in the assortment that include only various filters, and even filters individually, not to mention microfiber attachments and replaceable brushes. In a word, with such equipment, you can be sure that any minor breakdown of the vacuum cleaner will be quickly resolved at home without immediately contacting the store.

If the accessories are parts of the vacuum cleaner, which are optional and can be easily changed at the request of the owner by himself, then some spare parts are an integral part of the unit and are often changed only in service conditions. However, service employees also need to purchase high-quality parts somewhere in order to carry out repairs no worse than a certain level, because the manufacturer has made the appropriate section right on its official website. Here, the list of products is even longer - it includes almost a hundred different parts, from hoses to dust collectors for all current models. At home, repairs are, of course, not welcome, but for a professional repairman, the possibility of such a purchase can be a real salvation.

The range of vacuum cleaners of the company is wide enough to satisfy the needs of any potential buyer. It's pretty straightforward to learn, as the brand doesn't aim to produce a million models with minimal differences. However, there are some models that are worth making them stand out - they exemplify the quality of the brand and could serve as a reference point for many other companies.

• Performer FC9174 - a classic vacuum cleaner for dry cleaning, consuming an impressive 2.2 kW, but at the same time using as much as 500 watts. With a 4 liter bag, this relatively quiet (78 dB) unit shows that bag models may not be a thing of the past yet.

• Philips FC6404 - a machine of a completely different kind, since in this model the manufacturer has implemented a vertical washing unit, that is, figuratively speaking, a mop-vacuum cleaner. As befits such a unit, it knows how to do dry and wet cleaning, is able to collect spilled liquids. Relative disadvantages can be considered a noise level of 83 dB and not the most modest price far beyond 20 thousand rubles.

• PowerPro Aqua FC6400 - practically a "brother" of the previous model, judging only by the number, but, in fact, it differs markedly from it. Such a unit is lighter, although it is equipped with two types of filters at once - a cyclonic one for 0.6 liters, and a water one for 0.2 liters.The battery charge here is even more modest than that of the above-described model (30 minutes of battery life versus 40), and still this device is considered very convenient for cleaning small rooms.

• Philips FC8672 - another vacuum cleaner for dry cleaning based on a cyclone filter. Consuming exactly 2 kW from the mains, the unit provides a suction power of about 370 W. Almost all consumers like the design for the ease of maintenance of the dust collector and the presence of a power regulator that allows you to adjust to any type of coverage.

• Philips FC8472 / 01 - one of the most compact and simple vacuum cleaners for dry cleaning with a cyclone filter. The suction power is quite modest, but sufficient 350 W, while the unit is not devoid of efficiency, consuming only 1.8 kW.

• FC6823 SpeedPro Max - the manufacturer himself referred this model to the 2-in-1 category, since it is both a classic upright vacuum cleaner and a good substitute for a typical manual unit. As befits such a device, it is quite light (about 2.7 kilograms), but for the consumer it will be very pleasant battery life, a little over an hour. Despite its versatility, the device is only suitable for dry cleaning.

• PowerPro Duo FC6172 - another variation on the theme of two vacuum cleaners in one body: vertical and manual. An effective collection of small garbage is considered an advantage, but with larger particles there can be blunders - the unit sometimes simply does not have enough power. This model is quite simple, it is not recommended for cleaning shaggy carpets, because it does not cope, and even tangles individual threads.

• Philips FC6162 / 02 - a good solution for those who generally liked the previous model, but would like to save money, even with a decrease in some useful characteristics. For comparison, this option takes only 20-25 minutes without recharging, while the previous one, which is very similar in all respects, did without an outlet for an hour.

The right vacuum cleaner should be a purchase for many years to come, and although Philips products have been renowned for the quality of their technology for over 100 years, you must choose the right model, otherwise it simply will not suit your requirements.

The first and foremost advice - do not rush to buy the unit immediately, as soon as such an idea occurs to you, it is better to think carefully about the potential tasks of the device, the desired functions and the available budget. Only then, having a clear idea of ​​your own needs, you can proceed to studying the technical characteristics of the proposed models and their comparison with your own ideal.

At the same time, of course, the dream must be realistic, and very specific parameters should be taken into account when creating it. Let's try to sketch out for the readers a rough list of what requirements might be when defining a model.

• First you need to figure out what type of unit do you need. In the "Types" section, the classification of all Philips vacuum cleaners was discussed in detail with a description of the main functions and purpose. You can buy a universal vacuum cleaner with a full set of attachments for all occasions, but if the tasks are expected to be exclusively of the same type, you can not spend too much money and buy a specific model.
• An important indicator of the effectiveness of any electrical device is its power, but in the case of vacuum cleaners, there is a small pitfall. The power consumption of such a unit is always high - unless it is battery-powered, it starts from 1 kW and can exceed 2 kW. At the same time, this indicator is not directly related to the efficiency of dust suction; there is a separate parameter for its description - the suction power.For small apartments without carpets, even 250 W may be enough, 300 W is a solution to combat noticeable dirt, to use turbo brushes, choose models of about 350 W, and for cleaning carpets and removing animal hair, you need the most powerful units - up to 550 W. At the same time, keep in mind that as the dust collector fills up, bag vacuum cleaners tend to reduce the suction power, so, choosing this technique, take the power with a margin.
• Fine filter class shows how your vacuum cleaner is able to cope even with those dirt that you are not able to see. The most popular filter standard today is HEPA, divided into grades, and the higher the grade, the better for maintaining ideal cleanliness. So, HEPA 11 traps more than 95% of fine dust up to 0.06 microns in size, class 12 already stops more than 99.5% of such particles, and class 13 is considered almost ideal, because 99.95% of all garbage cannot pass through it.
• Please note that there can be some confusion when choosing a cleaning vacuum cleaner. The fact is that many consumers consider such a unit to be an improved version of the usual one, but in fact they sometimes are fundamentally different techniques, that is, a washing vacuum cleaner may not be suitable for dry cleaning, and vice versa. If you want to have full functionality, look for a universal model.
• The handset is relatively rarely looked at when choosing, although it is important for ease of use. Telescopic tubes are considered the best solution - they can be folded to a compact size for storage, and also expanded to the length that is needed right now. Plastic pipes are valued for their lightness; the advantage of choosing steel or aluminum will be strength and durability. There is also a composite version, assembled from parts - it is relatively compact, but otherwise depends on the material used.
• Completing a vacuum cleaner with a maximum set of attachments is a big plus for the model. As a rule, sooner or later almost any brushes will come in handy, but then you will have to specially look for them and spend money. When buying as a set, you will be sure that all parts fit the vacuum cleaner, and for a "wholesale" purchase, you are guaranteed to receive a discount.
• A silent vacuum cleaner is still a dream for millions of people, but today the gradation between relatively quiet models and those that copy small aircraft is clearly visible. If the vacuum cleaner is quiet, this means that it can be cleaned at any time of the day without fear of disturbing neighbors or sleeping household members. Today, the best samples are limited to 50-60 dB, which is also not perfectly quiet, but cheap Chinese units “howl” at up to 90 dB.
• Do not forget that the unit should be simply convenient and practical just for you. Think carefully about the need for additional functions - for example, models with controls placed on the handle are in demand, as well as those where there is a function of pulling a long cord into a special compartment. The same power cable must be long enough to reach the outlet. Built-in protection against overheating or voltage surges is also always an advantage, because it allows the device to serve longer.

As is the case with any other equipment, the main operating manual is a printed manual, which is necessarily included in the package. It is unique for each model, so you should not use the instructions from another vacuum cleaner, even if it is very similar. In this case, after the purchase, the instructions must be read before turning on the device for the first time to the mains - perhaps it has certain operating features that require special care due to possible breakdown of the unit or even injury.

In fact, a vacuum cleaner can hardly be called a dangerous technique, another thing is that it can really be ruined by improper handling.In the instructions for such equipment, perhaps the most important section is the one that describes the method of caring for the unit. At best, a filter not cleaned in time will lead to a decrease in the absorbed power - then the owner himself will think about whether he is doing everything right and will be able to correct the situation. In the case of models with a built-in aquafilter, the consequences may be less pleasant - accumulated debris in a humid environment can begin to rot, instead of refreshing it, giving the air in the room a stale scent of a trash can. The instructions may also indicate the average service life of removable parts, for example, the same filters, so you can replace them in a timely manner without reducing the quality of cleaning, although you would definitely not be able to see the magnification of the microscopic mesh with the naked eye.

Safety precautions when working with a vacuum cleaner are usually quite simple, the main thing is to make sure that water does not get into the electrical components of the mechanism, and use only those nozzles that are suitable for a particular coating. Naturally, you shouldn't try to vacuum people, animals and especially delicate items.

A separate item in the instructions usually means that the user has no right to interfere with the design of the device and generally has no access under the cover. This means that any repairs should be carried out only in an authorized service center with all the necessary documentation.

Philips is one of the largest multinational corporations in the world, its technology is well recognized on any continent, and although vacuum cleaners are far from being the company's main product, it simply does not know how to do badly, and even is afraid of losing the trust it has earned for decades. The vast majority of reviews indicate that it is worth trusting this brand.

Very positive feedback was collected by the principle of assortment completing, which was adopted by the brand. In the catalog you will not find dozens of completely identical units, in which it is almost impossible to find a difference, but with a relatively small number of models produced, they cover absolutely all types of harvesting equipment. Whether you are looking for a classic vacuum cleaner with a bag, a more typical modern unit with a water or cyclone filter, or even an ultra-fashionable robot vacuum cleaner - there is definitely a suitable option on the site.

The average consumer is also pleased with the way Philips approaches the assembly of their equipment. In each vacuum cleaner, everything is thought out to the smallest detail, because of this, the design is strong and durable, which does not prevent it from remaining stylish. Contrary to all possible expectations, the company does not ask for a crazy price for its goods - of course, the Chinese can offer their counterparts even cheaper, but the quality will simply be incomparable, and there are much more expensive models on the market.

Although you usually won't find complaints about breakages, the ability to buy additional accessories or parts for all manufactured models directly from the manufacturer's website makes many customers feel more confident. In addition, the scale of the company and the degree of its presence in Russia and other post-Soviet countries make it possible to be sure that an authorized service is always located somewhere nearby and can be contacted at any time.

Critical comments, of course, also come across, but their percentage is very small. Criticism is usually quite subjective: someone just unsuccessfully chose the model, someone expected exorbitant technical characteristics, because "the purchase cost twice as much as a similar China."

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