Vacuum Cleaners
#1
Vacuum Cleaners
Has anyone had trouble getting vacuum cleaners past AQUIS?
Our Dyson is dying, but with 4 months to go, is it worth spending the money on a new Dyson or just going for a cheapo and dump it before we go?
Ta
Our Dyson is dying, but with 4 months to go, is it worth spending the money on a new Dyson or just going for a cheapo and dump it before we go?
Ta
#2
Re: Vacuum Cleaners
Customs inspect vacuum cleaners for dust (they opened ours up even though it was obviously brand new) and I've heard won't pass them if they're not immaculate.
From previous threads (you might be able to do a search) they're pretty expensive over here so you may be wise to buy a new one which I also remember reading (again search under Dyson) can be serviced and repaired world-wide. Don't throw the old one away though - bring it with you and the parts may come in handy once it finally wears out.
Other strange thing they inspect is Christmas decorations -looking for pine cones and other natural decorations.
From previous threads (you might be able to do a search) they're pretty expensive over here so you may be wise to buy a new one which I also remember reading (again search under Dyson) can be serviced and repaired world-wide. Don't throw the old one away though - bring it with you and the parts may come in handy once it finally wears out.
Other strange thing they inspect is Christmas decorations -looking for pine cones and other natural decorations.
#3
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Re: Vacuum Cleaners
Ditto the above. Especially Xmas Deccies, my removals missed two items which quarantine of course found in seconds.
I know two people who didn't get their 'Ooovers past the AQIS Inquistion. They are VERY fussy about them.
My Electrolux, Dyson 'style' one died just before I left so I borrowed one until I left.
About the same price out here, I ended up getting a Vax upright cyclone type here for $450, apparently very good at picking up stray/loose pet hairs but as the cats won't stay still long enough to try out that claim have had to content myself with using it on carpets and furnishings.
I know two people who didn't get their 'Ooovers past the AQIS Inquistion. They are VERY fussy about them.
My Electrolux, Dyson 'style' one died just before I left so I borrowed one until I left.
About the same price out here, I ended up getting a Vax upright cyclone type here for $450, apparently very good at picking up stray/loose pet hairs but as the cats won't stay still long enough to try out that claim have had to content myself with using it on carpets and furnishings.
#4
Re: Vacuum Cleaners
On the other hand, we brought our dyson with us and cleaned out the cylinder first before shipping ( emptied cylinder, washed with water and soup and then poured some bleach in for a bit ) No problems what so ever getting it by AQIS. I guess it depends on who you get and what kind of day they are having As Mr flyingbanana says it is comparable if not cheaper to buy one over here ( no problems with plugs, I know it sounds a small thing but will annoy you )
Hope this helps confuse you more.
Hope this helps confuse you more.
#5
Re: Vacuum Cleaners
Originally Posted by Bhoywonder
( emptied cylinder, washed with water and soup and then poured some bleach in for a bit )
Hope this helps confuse you more.
Hope this helps confuse you more.
#6
Joined: Mar 2005
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Re: Vacuum Cleaners
Originally Posted by flip
Now and again I see a typo that makes me smile!
#7
Re: Vacuum Cleaners
Originally Posted by Flying Banana
An interesting recipe for Scotch Broth perhaps
should have an option to spell check / proof read automatically prior to posting. lol
#8
Re: Vacuum Cleaners
Originally Posted by Bhoywonder
Wonderful trick to use the soup, as soon as they open up the cylinder the smell forces them to close it and send on lol
should have an option to spell check / proof read automatically prior to posting. lol
should have an option to spell check / proof read automatically prior to posting. lol
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Re: Vacuum Cleaners
Originally Posted by Anastasia Beaverhausen
Has anyone had trouble getting vacuum cleaners past AQUIS?
Our Dyson is dying, but with 4 months to go, is it worth spending the money on a new Dyson or just going for a cheapo and dump it before we go?
Ta
Our Dyson is dying, but with 4 months to go, is it worth spending the money on a new Dyson or just going for a cheapo and dump it before we go?
Ta
Sometimes Vacuums don't get packed properly.............
Do you have a warranty?
Mrs J
#10
Re: Vacuum Cleaners
Originally Posted by Anastasia Beaverhausen
Has anyone had trouble getting vacuum cleaners past AQUIS?
Our Dyson is dying, but with 4 months to go, is it worth spending the money on a new Dyson or just going for a cheapo and dump it before we go?
Ta
Our Dyson is dying, but with 4 months to go, is it worth spending the money on a new Dyson or just going for a cheapo and dump it before we go?
Ta
#11
Re: Vacuum Cleaners
Originally Posted by Anastasia Beaverhausen
Has anyone had trouble getting vacuum cleaners past AQUIS?
Our Dyson is dying, but with 4 months to go, is it worth spending the money on a new Dyson or just going for a cheapo and dump it before we go?
Ta
Our Dyson is dying, but with 4 months to go, is it worth spending the money on a new Dyson or just going for a cheapo and dump it before we go?
Ta
Flash.
#12
Re: Vacuum Cleaners
Thanks everyone.
John Lewis had them on sale today, so we thought sod it and the old one is in the skip (until someone nicks it )
I will have a go at it with the veggie soup before it gets packed
John Lewis had them on sale today, so we thought sod it and the old one is in the skip (until someone nicks it )
I will have a go at it with the veggie soup before it gets packed
#13
Re: Vacuum Cleaners
Originally Posted by Bhoywonder
On the other hand, we brought our dyson with us and cleaned out the cylinder first before shipping ( emptied cylinder, washed with water and soup and then poured some bleach in for a bit ) No problems what so ever getting it by AQIS. I guess it depends on who you get and what kind of day they are having As Mr flyingbanana says it is comparable if not cheaper to buy one over here ( no problems with plugs, I know it sounds a small thing but will annoy you )
Hope this helps confuse you more.
Hope this helps confuse you more.
Also, he told me to pronounce 'Melbourne' as 'Melburn' & not 'Melboorne' & as long as you're pretty laid back & not an, 'anal pom' you'll be alright.
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Re: Vacuum Cleaners
FWIW if it helps anyone I saw a Dyson advertised on TV here in Brisbane the other day for mid $500s (mind you I know nothing about them & dont know if there are different models or not).
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Re: Vacuum Cleaners
Originally Posted by Anastasia Beaverhausen
Has anyone had trouble getting vacuum cleaners past AQUIS?
Our Dyson is dying, but with 4 months to go, is it worth spending the money on a new Dyson or just going for a cheapo and dump it before we go?
Ta
Our Dyson is dying, but with 4 months to go, is it worth spending the money on a new Dyson or just going for a cheapo and dump it before we go?
Ta
ps.. still love your username!