The Ball is a large rubber, rotating cover which surrounds the motor. This ball is the sole steering mechanism. You simply angle the vacuum handle to turn the vacuum cleaner in one direction or another. The more you angle the unit the wider it turns. This eliminates the need to lift the head every time you want to turn the vacuum in a new direction. The ball also makes it much easier to get into tight places.

This model makes it easy to go from carpets to bare floors or delicate rugs. Just flip a switch and the brush turns off.

Don't like the hight cost of replacing filters? This Dyson uses a lifetime, washable HEPA filtration system. The Dyson's filtration is approved for allergy sufferers by the British Allergy Foundation.

We're all familiar with the routine of picking up the larger pieces of paper, rubber bands, and pennies before we vacuum. Dyson has reduced this step by creating an extra wide suction channel that pick up debris other vacuums spit out or leave behind.

There's no longer a need to remove the attachment hose, plug it into the vacuum the slide on one of the attachments every time you need the vacuum hose. With the Dyson DC15 Ball, you simply slide the handle out, attach a brush or other attachment and your ready to go.

The DC15 uses a direct drive system to operate the brush bar. This eliminates the need to replace belts.

The Clear Bin eliminates the need to buy and handle replacement vacuum bags which saves you money, keeps your hands clean, and allows you to see just how much debris is being removed from your carpet.

There's not much difference between The All Floors and The Animal except that The Animal is blue and comes with some of Dyson's unique attachments. These attachments include the mini turbine, the carpet cleaning kit, and the low reach floor tool. Of course there is a difference in price.

Most new owners are amazed by the suction power of this vacuum cleaner. A lot of owners have tested this by vacuuming first with their old vacuum then going over the same carpet with their new Dyson. The DC15 never fails to pick up significantly more debris. This is very important when is comes to keeping rugs and carpets clean.

When you get your Dyson DC15 Ball, you'll find that the assembly is very fast and easy. Dyson vacuums are not know for their quiet operation, but this seems to get better with each new model and this includes the DC17. The extension hose and attachments are easy to use and replace. Unlike other brands, all the suction power is diverted to the hose when in use. There is a slight learning curve with regards to turning corners but most owners find the ball makes tight cornering much easier.

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