Can this vacuum cleaner be used without the bag, i.e. can dust be disposed directly from the dust compartment?
1417643
No. It is the bag which prevents the debris from being sucked through the motor and blown out the exhaust.
911948
I don't see why you couldn't use a dust vacuum as long as you got the right fit. Think I'll try that myself!
2248273
Yes, you can use a regular vacuum as long as you have the attachments to the sweeper. These are great bags!
456431
Just hold your regular vacuum hose up to the bag's opening and voila, it sucks the air out of the bag. It's very easy and kind of fun.
1457249
It's built into the vacuum, it's not separate. The only problem is, if you're allergic to dust like I am, emptying puts you right there with the dust. Wearing a mask would be best when emptying the vacuum.
912739
You would need to remove the blower tube from the unit, install the bag in its place. Open the intake cover and install the vacuum tube in position there. That's all.
1371295
Can be used without a trash bag but it folds down on itself & has no lid so it's usually easier to use with a trash bag inside. I use mine with the Toro blower/ vacumn attachment for leaf removal.
2133953
The Hepa filter is a separate part from the dust bag. The link below will show you what one looks like. This may or may not be the correct Hepa filter for your model vacuum cleaner. There are two filters that come in the box with the dust bags. One is a motor filter to keep dust from getting into the motor and damaging it. The other filter is a clean air filter that goes in the same compartment as a Hepa filter. You use either the thin clean air filter or the Hepa filter, but not both at the same time. It's one or the other. The clean air filter comes free with the dust bags. If you want a Hepa filter you have to purchase it separately and put it in the compartment that you will remove the thin clean air filter from. I believe you have to remove the plastic grill that holds the clean air filter in place before you snap in a Hepa filter which doesn't need anything to hold it in place because it is substantially thicker than a clean air filter. http://www.amazon.com/MIELE-4854915-Replacement-HEPA-Filter/dp/B0007UPZZ8/ref=sr_1_3?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1388168102&sr=1-3&keywords=miele+hepa+filter
27673
No our shark vacuum cleaner does not use replaceable bags. We just always have to empty out the canister and clean it and the filters out.
1593729
there are special bags for travel that don't require a vacuum to get the air out. You roll them and it takes the air out. I have some but have not used them yet but they do work cause I tested them.
1366284
Without using the vacuum lid? I don't know, to be honest. Just be cautious using the vacuum.
1454351
I doubt it, due to the construction and mechanism of how the bag works. I found that I was able to suction out a good amount by hand rolling the bag and pushing down with my own body weight. It's really easy and super convenient to use especially if your traveling without a vacuum.
2000474
Yes, you can use the mower without the bag. There is a mulcher attached that does a very good job. I never use the bag.
1653
Dissently. But have to use only those bag designed to be vacuumed. Ziplock makes one I use.
473573
Why yes, JMAC it does come with a bag. That bag is disposable but it'll last a long time before ya have ta throw it away. I do't know where these other folks got their informations but I think maybe I don't understand what a disposable bag is. There is no bag where th dust goes. Ya have ta just empty the thang. But there is a small bag that ya put over the exhaust that keeps th nastiness in the vacuum. That thing I'd call disposable even though it lasts a long time. I surely hope this helps.
968314
Short answer: No, I don't use a bag while machine is in operation. Explanation: When I first started using this machine I tried using bags and it just didn't work. The container for the shredded paper isn't designed for it. Luckily it isn't a problem. You just pull it out and dump the shredded paper into any standard paper shredder bag. I just buy whatever they have at Office Depot. You will have some shredded paper fall out on the floor, just vacuum or whisk broom it up. Not a big mess.
1980242
yes you can get bags that will collect the dust and you can just dispose of the bag