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Title: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: Mr Skrunts on 04 November 2020, 10:33:00
Anyone got one. ???

Are they any good.?
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: Rangie on 04 November 2020, 10:37:58
Yes we have one , found it very good at our previous house where we were troubled with condensation on some of our windows since moving haven't had to use it.
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: RossPhim on 04 November 2020, 11:14:48
We've got 2 believe it or not in our house, and we use them in the shower rooms after use on the glass and walls in the wet bits, to keep them looking brand new.
I is nearly 8 years old and it's really needing replaced, as starting to sound a bit strange.
Other is only 5 years old and still going proper.
Excellent product in my eyes!  :y :y
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: Olympia5776 on 04 November 2020, 15:26:38
Yep , they work well.
Karcher only though , I bought one from Lidl or Aldi and it was dreadful .
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: TheBoy on 04 November 2020, 16:38:14
Yes, confirming the above.  Mine came with the extra bits for cleaning the windows.

Does what it claims.
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: STEMO on 04 November 2020, 16:40:11
Yes, confirming the above.  Mine came with the extra bits for cleaning the windows.

Does what it claims.
It does no more than a £1 squeegee from Asda. You just have to clean the water from the sill with a squeegee.
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: TheBoy on 04 November 2020, 16:44:24
Yes, confirming the above.  Mine came with the extra bits for cleaning the windows.

Does what it claims.
It does no more than a £1 squeegee from Asda. You just have to clean the water from the sill with a squeegee.
I dont get much on the sill, and what i do gets sucked up with the vac.


I was sceptical, but as mine was stupid cheap, I got it anyway.  And concede its much better than I thought...   ...as long as your surfaces are reasonably flat.
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: STEMO on 04 November 2020, 16:47:31
Yes, confirming the above.  Mine came with the extra bits for cleaning the windows.

Does what it claims.
It does no more than a £1 squeegee from Asda. You just have to clean the water from the sill with a squeegee.
I dont get much on the sill, and what i do gets sucked up with the vac.


I was sceptical, but as mine was stupid cheap, I got it anyway.  And concede its much better than I thought...   ...as long as your surfaces are reasonably flat.
Yes, that's the whole idea ;D No water on the sill with a vac, but plenty with a squeegee. A quick wipe with kitchen roll and it's gone. Pointless bit of kit, the vac.
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: STEMO on 04 November 2020, 16:48:43
Here you go, cheap and efficient:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Window-Squeegee-Blade-Shower-Screen-Washer-Glass-Cleaning-Wiper-Rubber-/253967834524
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: TheBoy on 04 November 2020, 18:31:33
Not that I care, as its all womens work.
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: Sir Tigger KC on 04 November 2020, 19:05:38
I just open the window and the condensation evaporates.  :y
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: Olympia5776 on 05 November 2020, 15:18:12
Here you go, cheap and efficient:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Window-Squeegee-Blade-Shower-Screen-Washer-Glass-Cleaning-Wiper-Rubber-/253967834524

You really are a tight arsed miserable git ......nice to see you back though, we had no one to berate . ;)
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: deviator on 05 November 2020, 15:28:01
Here you go, cheap and efficient:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Window-Squeegee-Blade-Shower-Screen-Washer-Glass-Cleaning-Wiper-Rubber-/253967834524

You really are a tight arsed miserable git ......nice to see you back though, we had no one to berate . ;)

I'm surprised he didn't suggest an old wiper blade.
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: STEMO on 05 November 2020, 15:44:21
Here you go, cheap and efficient:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Window-Squeegee-Blade-Shower-Screen-Washer-Glass-Cleaning-Wiper-Rubber-/253967834524

You really are a tight arsed miserable git ......nice to see you back though, we had no one to berate . ;)
That's the nicest thing anyone has said to me this week, Don. Cheers  ;D
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: STEMO on 05 November 2020, 15:49:26
Here you go, cheap and efficient:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Window-Squeegee-Blade-Shower-Screen-Washer-Glass-Cleaning-Wiper-Rubber-/253967834524

You really are a tight arsed miserable git ......nice to see you back though, we had no one to berate . ;)

I'm surprised he didn't suggest an old wiper blade.
Hmmmm...... :-\
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: Nick W on 05 November 2020, 15:51:42
Here you go, cheap and efficient:

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Window-Squeegee-Blade-Shower-Screen-Washer-Glass-Cleaning-Wiper-Rubber-/253967834524 (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Window-Squeegee-Blade-Shower-Screen-Washer-Glass-Cleaning-Wiper-Rubber-/253967834524)

You really are a tight arsed miserable git ......nice to see you back though, we had no one to berate . ;)

I'm surprised he didn't suggest an old wiper blade.


When you snap them off some random car, it comes with a nice long handle......
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: Mr Skrunts on 05 November 2020, 18:52:32
Ordered yesterday :y
Arrived today. 8)
In use tomorrow. ::)

Thanks to all for the recomendations. :y :y
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: Keith ABS on 05 November 2020, 18:56:31
 Dont get suckered into buying the sachets of the Karcher cleaner as it works out very expensive. Instead, you can buy 2  half litre bottles of consentrate that will last forever for about the same price as a box of 10 sachets. just do a search and they will come up
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: STEMO on 05 November 2020, 19:23:33
Dont get suckered into buying the sachets of the Karcher cleaner as it works out very expensive. Instead, you can buy 2  half litre bottles of consentrate that will last forever for about the same price as a box of 10 sachets. just do a search and they will come up
Washing up liquid and a squeegee. How gullible has the world become?
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 06 November 2020, 04:07:31
Dont get suckered into buying the sachets of the Karcher cleaner as it works out very expensive. Instead, you can buy 2  half litre bottles of consentrate that will last forever for about the same price as a box of 10 sachets. just do a search and they will come up
Washing up liquid and a squeegee. How gullible has the world become?
Well... ::)
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: dave the builder on 06 November 2020, 05:19:03
Snobs the lot of you with your fancy gadgets
what's wrong with using vinegar and yesterday's newspaper  :P
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: Shackeng on 06 November 2020, 07:29:05
Never get condensation. Probably due to triple glazing throughout.  ::) ::) 8)
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: Nick W on 06 November 2020, 08:58:03
Never get condensation. Probably due to triple glazing throughout.  ::) ::) 8)


That's actually down to appropriate airflow in and out of the house.
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: TheBoy on 06 November 2020, 18:05:00
Dont get suckered into buying the sachets of the Karcher cleaner as it works out very expensive. Instead, you can buy 2  half litre bottles of consentrate that will last forever for about the same price as a box of 10 sachets. just do a search and they will come up
Fairy for me. As recommended by my old window cleaner.
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: Shackeng on 06 November 2020, 22:11:44
Never get condensation. Probably due to triple glazing throughout.  ::) ::) 8)


That's actually down to appropriate airflow in and out of the house.

Doubtful, as we used to get it with DG.  :-\
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: Mr Skrunts on 07 November 2020, 06:43:34
Well the results are in. 8)

She is over the moon with the window vac. :y :y

Cant wait till the end of lockdown ::)
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: TheBoy on 07 November 2020, 09:55:34
Never get condensation. Probably due to triple glazing throughout.  ::) ::) 8)


That's actually down to appropriate airflow in and out of the house.

Doubtful, as we used to get it with DG.  :-\
Condensation is always cause by poor ventilation.  Thats why double glazing have airvents in the frames, to allow a small controlled draft, not needed when we were lads due to poorly made frames.

Same applies in cars as well, poor airflow causes misting, hence if you get in your car with a soggy coat on, makes sense if its not a stop start trip to tilt sunroof to aid airflow.
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: Mr Skrunts on 01 December 2020, 22:48:35
Never get condensation. Probably due to triple glazing throughout.  ::) ::) 8)


That's actually down to appropriate airflow in and out of the house.

Doubtful, as we used to get it with DG.  :-\
Condensation is always cause by poor ventilation.  Thats why double glazing have airvents in the frames, to allow a small controlled draft, not needed when we were lads due to poorly made frames.

Same applies in cars as well, poor airflow causes misting, hence if you get in your car with a soggy coat on, makes sense if its not a stop start trip to tilt sunroof to aid airflow.

My car windscreen is allways covered in condensation when I go out to start it (and a bugga to clear because the drivers side doesnt blow hot air)  so after being parked for 9 months (Covid etc) I decided to get the car on the road for the MOT on the 22nd, so borrowd my Karcher window vac (Long story) and tried it on the windscreen, was an absolute dream to use (just have to go side to side because of the contour) best invest bought in a long time.  Very impressed. :y :y
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 01 December 2020, 22:59:36
There's a guide for sorting the one sided heating :y
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: Marks DTM Calib on 23 January 2021, 14:39:39
Make sure you store them with the switch upwards, they are a pretty poor design and water gets into the switch and electrics killing them
Title: Re: Karcher - Window Vac
Post by: YZ250 on 23 January 2021, 18:19:07
A while back I had to knock on my neighbours door and ask for half of mine back. I was cleaning the upstairs windows on the outside when I pressed the release button instead of the on button. The end came off and the end piece and the dirty water container bounced off my conservatory roof and in to my neighbours garden.   ::) ;D