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The Problem With One-Speed Cleaning

Traditional vacuums are built for one purpose: maximum suction, all the time. That's great for ground-in dirt on carpet, but it can be too aggressive for drapes, delicate rugs, upholstery, and other sensitive materials.

Too much airflow can stretch fabric, pull at loose threads, or damage fragile fibers over time. Until now, protecting those surfaces has meant switching tools, using a different vacuum entirely, or avoiding vacuuming them altogether.

Kirby's new 4-Speed Airflow Control solves that problem by putting adjustable power right at your fingertips.

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How It Works

The 4-Speed Airflow Control lets you dial in exactly the right amount of suction for what you're cleaning, with four distinct settings:

  • Level 1, lowest airflow: Ideal for drapes, delicate window treatments, and fragile or antique rugs that need a gentle touch.

  • Level 2, low-medium airflow: Great for upholstery, cushions, and other soft furnishings where you want thorough cleaning without stress on the fabric.

  • Level 3, medium-high airflow: Perfect for everyday carpet cleaning and area rugs that can handle stronger suction.

  • Level 4, maximum airflow: Full power for wall-to-wall carpeting and hardwood floors, tackling embedded dirt, pet hair, and debris with Kirby's signature deep-clean performance.

Simply select your setting before you start, and adjust as you move from room to room or surface to surface, no need to switch vacuums or attachments.

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Know Your Power Level at a Glance

Every 4-Speed Airflow Control model also includes a new Performance Indicator Display, a simple four-level readout that shows you exactly which suction level you're using at any moment.

No more guessing whether you've bumped the setting or forgetting where you left it, a quick glance tells you exactly how much power you're putting behind the nozzle, so you can clean with confidence on every surface in your home.

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Why It Matters

Protect what you love. Delicate drapes, heirloom rugs, and fine upholstery deserve a gentler approach. Lower airflow settings reduce the risk of fabric damage, letting you clean fragile items regularly instead of avoiding them.

One vacuum for every surface. From your finest linens to your busiest hallway carpet, the 4-Speed Airflow Control adapts to the task instead of asking you to adapt your cleaning habits.

Confidence with every pass. The Performance Indicator Display takes the guesswork out of adjustable suction, so you always know exactly how your vacuum is set before you start cleaning.

Built on a lighter, more agile design. Paired with Kirby's new durable plastic body, this generation of vacuums is easier to maneuver around furniture and up stairs, all while retaining the rugged reliability Kirby customers expect.

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Find Your Signature Series

Kirby's new 4-Speed Airflow Control isn't just a new feature, it's a smarter way to clean.

By giving you precise control over suction power and a clear display to track it, this innovation helps you protect delicate fabrics without sacrificing the powerful, thorough clean Kirby has delivered for generations.

Experience the difference precision airflow makes. Explore the new Kirby lineup today.

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