The Dyson DC17 is, in many ways, similar to the DC15 The Ball and Animal. Standard features include:
Single action cleaning wand with 16 ft. reach
Easy to turn brush on or off
Approved for allergy sufferers
Extendable hose for easy stair cleaning
Ergonomic carry handle
Hygienic and easy to empty dust bin
Lifetime HEPA filtration
Washable Filters
5 year warranty
Automatically adjusting height
Long extendable attachment hose
On-board tool storage
The Dyson DC17 also comes with the extra tools and attachments including the mini turbine brush attachment, the carpet cleaning kit, and the low floor reach tool. This Dyson upright vacuum includes the features and technology that you would expect from one of the most powerful and unique vacuum cleaners on the market.
The DC17 Animal uses Level 3 Root Cyclone technology. Geared towared pet hair removal, this is the most efficient of Dyson’s Root Cyclone technology to date. I’ve read every user review I could find and the general consensus is the DC17 works even better than the DC15 or earlier models.
This model picks up fine dust and debris even after several passes with other upright vacuums; including other Dyson models. Several owners are very surprised and even embarrassed by what this vacuum cleaner manages to pull out of their carpet. One owner actually sucked up a mouse while using the thin hose attachment to clean behind a cabinet.
Tool-less maintenance. Removing hair build up from the brush head, cleaning the filter, checking the intake port are all very easy and can be performed without the use of screwdrivers. Attachments are also easy to remove, use and replace.
Is the Dyson DC17 upright self-propelled? There is nothing on Dyson’s website that states this model or any other is self-propelled. However, several owners claim that it is and go so far as to say that it works better than other brands.
Quieter design. Although not touted as a super quite line of upright vacuum cleaners, overall, each new model seems to run more quietly than the last.
Cons: I honestly did not find any common complaints about this vacuum cleaner buy there are a few complaints about Dyson’s customer service. These are general complaints about anything from simple questions to receiving replacement belts. I don’t see these types of complaints very often but, hopefully, Dyson will take notice and make corrections soon. More at finalembrace.wordpress.com.
“Dyson Animal vs Kirby vacuum - which sucks the most?â€
I just bought a DC-17 Absolute Animal. I was thoroughly disgusted by what it pulled out of my carpet on the first pass. Very pleased with it so far, but I have only had it one day. One thing I would say some people may not realize is that "it doesn't lose suction" b/c you can and have to wash the clear chamber yourself. Just dumping out the contents into your trash receptacle is not enough. After emptying mine there was still dust, debris and hair stuck to the center of the chamber. It cleans easily in my sink with water, but then you must dry it completely. This is the trade-off for buying a more expensive vacuum that doesn't use bags - you have to wash it / clear blockages yourself.
May
|71.53.84.xxx
|2008-09-02 13:53:16
We've had the Dyson DC17 for 8 months. It performs well, but the belt just broke, and now that I'm looking around to buy a replacement, I've noticed that this vacuum tends to have this problem.
JANET OLSON
|24.13.250.xxx
|2008-11-24 15:03:29
Bought the Dyson ball machine that I was told had NO problem with animal fur.
Well, for $500 bucks, you would expect one good machine. HAHAHA.
7 months later the machine does not suck up anything. I took it in to a vac repair shop and they said it is hopelessly clogged up. I then called Dyson's Customer Service -- or should I call it NON Service Department. They were uncooperative, nasty, hung up on me when I asked to speak to a supervisor. I called back a second time and got the same. They refuse to pay for the repairs and they refuse to take the machine back. So you can expect to pay $71 a month to own this machine for 7 months before throwing it in the garbage. I have had vacuums last for 10 and 15 years before trading them in so this is one heck of an expensive vacuum. I also called Sears where I bought it and they said once you are over the 3 month return perdiod, my only option is to send it into their repair facility which takes on average 10 days to get it back along with a charge of $80. In the mean time if you need a vacuum, you better have a backup machine.
Terri
|74.215.225.xxx
|2009-01-22 01:11:17
I bought the Dyson about a year ago. At first I was thrilled with it's performance. Now, I am about to throw it in the trash!!! I've gone through 2 belts (which you have to call customer service to order), it makes a terrible noise and does not suck most of the time. I can not find anyone who will fix it. I would not recommend this machine - it is NOT WORTH THE MONEY YOU WILL SPEND.
kenneth
- it doesnt work
|98.116.47.xxx
|2009-03-12 14:40:03
i bought my animal dyson a year ago and a couple months later it stopped sucking up hair and I had to pay 70 bucks to get it repaired...now I have the same problem again and for 600 bucks it was a big mistake to buy this... dyson lied about never losing it's ability to suck.
Denise
- Dyson is not worth the $$$$
|74.162.177.xxx
|2009-07-23 02:09:05
Like others...it works great in the beginning. In fact, the first one had to be replaced within 30 days and Sears did so very promptly. Yes, after 90 days no replacement. I purchased at Sears who advised that I would also receive a loaner and that did not happen. I took to an "authorized" Dyson repair shop who basically charged me $60 and it still does not work. Under 5 years and cannot understand this warranty. I had a competitor model vacuum for over 10+ years and had no problems until it just stopped working and I bought this Dyson piece of junk!!
denny
|99.185.50.xxx
|2009-12-09 00:38:55
i have bought 3 of these.dysons.2 dc14 animals/4 yrs old/ 1 dc17 animal 1 yr old/awsome units/have to keep them cleaned up .pull hair from brushes/clean canister/cyclone holes/tube from brush housing to canister.like any vac/ownded rainbow/kirby/ive bought dysons for family members /we love them
Eric
- DC17...great with everything but pet hair???
|74.131.16.xxx
|2010-01-09 17:35:08
So we got the DC17 and thought it was a great vacuum. It works well when it works except that when you clean up pet hair it gets caught between the spindle and the belt....even if you just vacuum one room. So now I clean the whole house and then call it in for service. I think it's been to the shop around seven times now and I intend to make Dyson continue to pay to have the hair removed from the belt. We have two very small dogs and this is a very poor design. Ideally, I'd like them to replace it with a model that doesn't have to be serviced after each room.
JD
- DC17...same hair on spindle problem
|98.148.151.xxx
|2010-01-15 03:29:03
Eric, we have the same exact problem. We've been "working" with Dyson for 6 months and its just been sent in for the 4th time. Can never get a supervisor, always at lunch, in a meeting, just left etc. Been promised that they would call at least 7 different times and no one has ever called back. Been disconnectd twice. Bottomline, good vacuum if you think one room is all $500 vacuum cleaner should be able to handly without needed to be sent for service.
tr
- tr
|75.185.180.xxx
|2010-01-31 14:38:37
Same problem as others, the motor spindle clogs with hair before the cannister fills up with debris. Would not recommend to buy.
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