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Venson

Joined: Jul 23, 2007
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Bissell Digi-Pro 6900 . . .
Original Message Apr 27, 2009 8:19 am

Hi,

Does anyone have current info on the Bissell Digi-Pro canister (Model 6900)? It's been around for a few years now and is still on the shelves so I must assume there's something to it. Reviews I've read are generally favorable save for issues regarding design and availability of bags and belts.

Venson

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CarmineD

Joined: Dec 31, 2007
Points: 5894

Re: Bissell Digi-Pro 6900 . . .
Reply #1 Apr 28, 2009 7:56 pm

Hi Venson:

I can't recall this BISSELL canister model ever being reviewed by Consumer Reports. Wonder if you/others know if it was and when? Is it a sourced vacuum for BISSELL? Seems I heard or read that somewhere but not sure of the accuracy.

Carmine D.

CarmineD

Joined: Dec 31, 2007
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Re: Bissell Digi-Pro 6900 . . .
Reply #2 Apr 28, 2009 8:04 pm

The specs for the BISSELL Digi-Pro which has been available since 2004:

Bissell DigiPro 6900 Canister Vacuum

Price Range: $165 to $299 at 11 stores

Description

Motorized rotating brush lifts deep down dirt while gently grooming the carpet; fingertip control turns off for bare floors. Lets you adjust the power to clean draperies, upholstery, area rugs, bare floors, carpets, and more. Captures over 99.9% of dust mites, pollen, and ragweed. Wand quickly extends and hose rotates 360 , making it easy to clean hard-to-reach places. 360 swivel rotation caster and large, easy glide wheels make it easy to maneuver around furniture and from room to room.

Details

Main Features
Manufacturer Sku	6900
Brand	Bissell
Product Line	DigiPro
Model	6900
Vacuum Type	Canister
Performance Features
Capture Type	Bagged
Cleaning Width	13 in
Cord Storage	Retractable
Number Of Attachments	3
Accessories Included	Crevice Tool, Dusting Brush
Design Features
Color	Red
Edge Cleaner	With Edge Cleaner
Rotating Brushes	With Rotating Brushes
Carpet Height Adjustment	With Carpet Height Adjustment
Headlight	With Headlight
Power Features
Motor Power	12 AMPS
Self-Propelled	Self-Propelled
Additional Features
Filtration Type	Hepa
Control Type	Handle
Bare Floor Cleaning Setting	With Bare Floor Cleaning Setting
Dimensions
Weight	21.3 lbs

dusty

Joined: Feb 8, 2008
Points: 264

Re: Bissell Digi-Pro 6900 . . .
Reply #3 Apr 29, 2009 10:34 am

Hi Venson,

We've carried the Samsung 8913 which is the same as the Digi-Pro for a couple of years now. Nice machine, easy to use and reasonably quiet. Only problems we see are broken hoses (they don't swivel at the handle end and tend to split) and snapped pn necks. Neither has been a major issue considering the amount we've sold. I will say the powerhead is poorly designed for use on very low carpet...it tends to suck down and cause strain on the belt. If the carpet has any kind of depth then it works like a charm.

Dusty

Venson

Joined: Jul 23, 2007
Points: 1900

Re: Bissell Digi-Pro 6900 . . .
Reply #4 Apr 29, 2009 4:08 pm

dusty wrote:

Hi Venson, We've carried the Samsung 8913 which is the same as the Digi-Pro for a couple of years now. Nice machine, easy to use and reasonably quiet. Only problems we see are broken hoses (they don't swivel at the handle end and tend to split) and snapped pn necks. Neither has been a major issue considering the amount we've sold. I will say the powerhead is poorly designed for use on very low carpet...it tends to suck down and cause strain on the belt. If the carpet has any kind of depth then it works like a charm. Dusty

Thanks Dusty.

Venson

Venson

Joined: Jul 23, 2007
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Re: Bissell Digi-Pro 6900 . . .
Reply #5 Apr 29, 2009 4:26 pm

CarmineD wrote:

Hi Venson:I can't recall this BISSELL canister model ever being reviewed by Consumer Reports. Wonder if you/others know if it was and when? Is it a sourced vacuum for BISSELL? Seems I heard or read that somewhere but not sure of the accuracy.Carmine D.

Hi Carmine,

Thanks for the specs you posted. I "think" it was reviewed by CR maybe a year or two back and as I recall they didn't rave about it. Matter of fact, that was the thing that got me wondering if it could be all that bad and still showing up at the stores. However, per Dusty's input and keeping the budget-minded in mind, sounds like a keeper.

Venson

Vacuumfreeeke

Joined: May 9, 2008
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Re: Bissell Digi-Pro 6900 . . .
Reply #6 Apr 29, 2009 9:45 pm

I've always thought it to be a rather attractive machine. I like those stats... self-propelled, huh? I've never seen a self-propelled canister... which part is self-propelled? The power nozzle or the canister base?

snort

CarmineD

Joined: Dec 31, 2007
Points: 5894

Re: Bissell Digi-Pro 6900 . . .
Reply #7 Apr 30, 2009 7:33 am

Vacuumfreeeke wrote:

which part is self-propelled? The power nozzle or the canister base?

snort

Neither. It's the cord retraction on the rewind that's self-propelled.

Carmine D.

CarmineD

Joined: Dec 31, 2007
Points: 5894

Re: Bissell Digi-Pro 6900 . . .
Reply #8 Apr 30, 2009 7:37 am

Venson wrote:

Thanks Venson. I must have missed the CR review.

Carmine D.

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