It's no secret that Springtime is when many of the dormant allergies raise their ugly head and make us miserable. Of course, it's not really the season of spring that causes the allergies, but the new growth plant life. While brilliant grandeur of new green leaves on trees and the beauty of fresh flowers, cannot be disputed, they also bring an explosion of pollen. If you are troubled by both allergies and asthma you might thinking, "if it weren't for bad luck I'd have no luck at all".

People with seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever) only experience symptoms during the time of year when certain allergens are in the air outdoors. When most people talk about allergy season, they're referring to springtime, when plants bloom and tree pollen counts soar. However, summer is the season for grass and weed pollen allergies, and autumn is the time for ragweed and mold allergies.

Not necessarily. Look for vacuums carrying the CRI vacuum cleaner testing program label. Many units are not HEPA filter units, yet are very effective in dust containment. HEPA filters may add additional cost to the overall operational cost of the vacuum. No seam is invisible, seams should be kept to a minimum, running the length of the area making sure the natural light does not strike across the seam.

Not at all - simply come back to the web site where you can purchase everything you need online under the bags and belts section, call free 0800 684684, or go to one of the local dealers in your area. You can find your nearest dealer by selecting your location on "locate a dealer" page.

Oreck XLs are truly lightweight vacuum cleaners. Many vacuum cleaners that claim to be lightweight actually weigh twice as much as an XL! The Classic and Standard Models weigh 3.8kg/8.5lbs, the XL5 4kg/8.9lb while the XL7 weighs 4.3kg/9.5lbs, in use.

A standard cylinder vacuum is heavy work to drag around and the Oreck is easier on your back as you don't need to bend down.

Determine your vacuuming needs: Are you looking for something light and mobile? Do you need attachments? Will you be using your vacuum for hardwood floors, carpet, and/or upholstery? How often will you use your vacuum system? All these questions will help you determine what you need. Before you buy, ask question and ask for a demonstration. Copyright © 2004 The Vacuum Clinic. All Rights Reserved. All brand names are protected trade marks of their registered

Plan on changing your vacuum cleaner bag every other month if you vacuum weekly and at least every month if you happen to vacuum daily. Check more often if your home is large or has had new carpet recently installed, if you have pets, or if there is a lot of children & foot traffic in your home.

Vacuum belts are made of rubber. Most common types are round or flat bands of solid rubber but some are reinforced with cloth to increase their strength and longevity, much like automobile tires are "belted".

It is recommend that you replace your belt on your vacuum cleaner power nozzle every 6 to 12 months. If you notice any of the following conditions replace your vacuum cleaner belt.

While vacuuming, a large variety of bacteria and particles are accumulated inside the cleaner. For instance, pet hairs are picked up by the cleaner and then remain inside the dust bag. This environment is ideal for bacteria to develop bad odours inside the dust bag. When vacuuming, the air passes through the dust bag, making the air going out of the cleaner smell bad.

If your vacuum cleaner suddenly becomes very loud, it is a good indication that you may have picked up something that broke your fan (or impeller). Shut the vacuum off immediately and have the broken fan replaced. If you continue to use the vacuum with the fan broken, you run the risk of damaging the motor which will then be a very costly repair.

A vacuum cleaner should be able to collect 99.97% of all particles down to and including 0.3 microns in size. To put a micron in perspective, a human hair measures 80-100 microns in diameter. This level of filtration is known as 1-IEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) filtration.

If your bag is filled to the indicator line, it's time to change it. Even though some vacuums have "check bag" indicator lights, it's best to check the bag yourself and change it when it's no more than three-quarters full. If you have a pet or you vacuum up fireplace ashes, you may have to change the bag more often. To be on the safe side, check the dirt level in the bag before each use.

Allergy seasons vary throughout the country. In general terms, the early spring is the time for tree pollens. Grass pollen usually is present in the late spring, early summer, and weed pollens are present in the late summer and early fall. In warmer climates, each of these seasons may start earlier; vice versa for colder climates. Some parts of the country have less weed pollens than others, so their prime pollen season may end earlier.

If you have a food allergy of any kind, it is important that you first make this known on the Syracuse University Health Assessment form. This way, Health Services will have this important information in your medical chart. If you have a meal plan and eat at the various dining centers on campus, please contact the Syracuse University Food Services (SUFS) dietitian at 315-443-9884.

It’s best to vacuum your carpet at least twice a week, if you can’t vacuum your entire house this often, at least vacuum the high traffic areas at least twice a week.

Heavy traffic areas should be vacuumed daily, with seven strokes for thorough cleaning. Areas receiving little traffic can be vacuumed once a week or every three or four days, with three or four strokes for adequate maintenance.

Standard Shipping: Orders are shipped via UPS, Parcel Post and Motor Freight within the continental U.S. Most orders are shipped within 72 hours after the order is received. Please allow 2 weeks for delivery. There is a $24.50 additional charge for delivery to Alaska, Hawaii and territories/protectorates of the United States. *NOTE: Express shipping is not available to Alaska, Hawaii, APO/FPO military addresses and territories/protectorates of the United States. Express UPS Shipping: $24.

We strongly advise against it as a vacuum cleaner will tend to damage the fine fibres inside and cause the feather and down to work through the mattress cover.

Not all parts and accessories are designed for all makes and models. Always buy parts from authorized dealers and only have professional technicians repair your vacuum cleaner. Only an authorized dealer can offer warranties and guarantee manufacturer's products.

Amps are simply the electrical currents that travel from your outlet to your vacuum cleaner. It does not measure your vacuum's performance.

We supply everything necessary, to do the job. If you would like us to use something different just leave it out for us.

When using a vacuum cleaner, if possible turn off the beater bar and use a hose or wand with an upholstery attachment. Vacuum cleaner wheels may also be a source for indenting and scuffing. Check the wheels for embedded dirt.

First, give it a full inspection. To do so, turn the machine off and unplug it. Then, check to see if the belt is worn or broken, or if the roller-brush won't move. Also, look for a full bag or any blockage that might be affecting the power of the machine. Sometimes, new carpet can be a problem because it sheds more fiber and has a tendency to fill bags quickly and clog the air stream. If everything checks out and your machine still isn't working properly, bring it to a repair shop.

Yes, vacuuming is essential to the longevity of your carpet. You should vacuum your carpet as often as possible. We vacuum every job before cleaning according to the industry standards.

Yes. The hypo-allergenic inner vacuum bags are green and are used with the Oreck XL deluxe model. They have a filtering material inside of them. The regular inner vacuum bags are blue and are used with the Oreck XL base model. These vacuum bags have no filtering material inside of them - they are made of paper only. Both types are hotel size bags.

allergy is an abnormally high sensitivity to a certain substance, such as dust, pollens, foods, or drugs. Symptoms of allergies commonly include inflammation, sneezing, itching, and skin rashes.