Negative ions Oreck XL

[robivi3]

Well, after about 15 months of rangling and reading up on negative ions and such i took the dive and bought two units (Oreck air purifiers).

I suffered pneumonia about 10 years ago. I lost my hearing for three months due to ear infections and had a 105 fever at the time. About two or three months after BK in '04 I started looking into something to help my breathing. We looked into several types of purifiers and after watching the infomercial on this unit about a year ago i kind of solidified on this unit but did not wish to shell out. Finally did it.

I already knew about the negative ion issue when i started looking into why every time I go up in the mountains in Tennessee I sleep less, am more active and feel so different. I knew it was not a "stress" issue because I only go a week at a time but my breathing improves a billion percent, don't get me wrong i am not a wheezer but have had lots of minor difficulties since pneumonia. My bout was horrible and I nearly died because of my former Doctor not diagnosing me soon enough. I also contracted acute bronchitis shortly thereafter while refinishing floors and that was such a close call that I wear dust masks anytime I work in a dusty area.

Anyone have anything to say about the Oreck Units here? I've read pos and neg, but mostly very positive stuff.

I would probably attribute very recent difficulties to dogs. I will not get rid of them, we are to close to them and they are part of the family. Also, the environment where we live is very dusty. Claritin, tried it, OUT of the question.

[robivi3]

It was hard to press "submit order", but been there so many times finally did it.

[lrprn]

It was hard to press "submit order", but been there so many times finally did it.

Well, here's what WebMD (very reliable medical site) had to say in 2003 about negative ion generators - http://www.webmd.com/content/Article...m?pagenumber=2 .

The mind is a powerful thing, Robiv. If breathing in negative ions helps you breathe more easily, then plug it in and enjoy it!

[Minnymouth]

Robivi3,

Well, as soon as you find out if the Oreck filter system works for you - let me know.......... Have been so tempted to get it for myself.....

Everyone at work tells me to get one that goes on my A/c unit in the house.... (very expensive also).....

I own the Oreck vacumn cleaners already- really like them!!!

I too suffer from breathing problems.... have most of my life..... allergies, asthma, etc..... torment me to death.......

Am very chemical sensitive to everything.... aerosol cans, colognes, cleaning supplies, powders, soaps, etc.... Can walk thru the soap aisle at Walmart and about choke to death....

Was born with bronichical pnemonia (can't spell) and asthama..... and have suffered all my life from asthamtic bronchitus brought on by chemicals etc...

Also food sensitive........dairy, spices, nuts especially. Throat swells up and can't breath.....

When I get exposed to something, my body goes WILD, then I'm sick for a week, doctor bills and all.....

Most of my allergies cannot be controlled by allergy medicine...... avoidance is the only way to contain it....

When I get around someone who has a lot of cologne on or certain brands with a "talcum" base (powdery) my body SCREAMS and I about choke to death..... have to get away from them and get fresh air..... OR I WOULD CHOKE TO DEATH RIGHT THERE......

And the sad part is most people COULD CARE LESS..... You can tell them their cologne is choking you and they will say - well I think it smells good!!!

ANYONE that has never had breathing problems does not KNOW THE FEELING of suffocating.... that people like us feel daily.....

Sometimes meds will help relieve the feeling, sometimes they DON'T......

Me, I basically live with an a/c unit on to keep the air cleared out..... even in the office...

Strange enough, I can go outside and breath just fine..... cool, heat, and humidity do not bother me......

Many in my family has this problem, so must be heriditary...... and I've fortunate enough not to have it as bad as some do.... Some in my family have spent their youth in ICU.... and lots of time in ER.

In our office we have 6 different women and men, wearing 6 different colognes, hairsprays, deoderants, soaps. They all wash their clothes in 6 different detergents and softners... DUH - Kind of chokes ya down!!!!
And then they come to the office light 6 different candles, use 6 different plug-ins in the wall, and spray 6 different areosal cans of scent room freshners......

It's almost enough to kill a body.......

When my folks passed away I was extremely sick the week after the funerals from all the colognes, flowers, etc......

So Robivi3 - I've been there, done it, and still fighting it every day of my life.....

Know exactly where your coming from.......

Let me know if the Oreck makes a difference and I will "splurge" for one also........ and yes they are expensive....

[robivi3]

Got the orecks today along with the electric broom (free, so called). I'll let you know about the air units in afew days. Dang! That little broom puts my Hoover to shame!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I couldn't believe what that thing scooped up in afew seconds, I am ordering the vacuum, period! Not right away though, these things aint cheap.

I will say one thing for the air unit, those things are moving alot of air, alot.

[tinroofrusted]

We've wanted to try that Ionic breeze because of my astha. Let me know how this thing works!

[robivi3]

The units get alot of negative press but when broken down to what I came up with they appear somewhat better. Most who bought them to get rid of dust were very unhappy but among those i found who were having major problems the reviews were very good. I did not go according to Oreck's site testimonials. I also know two people who one two apiece and they are happy with them, one of the kids has asthma. Will let you know, I can say one thing, after afew hours the house feels fresher.

[Minnymouth]

Like I said the vacumms are great.... I have the 8 lb upright and the handheld also with attachments........
Had them about 2 years now..... we had one at the office is what made me buy it to begin with.....
Very pleased with it...... just wish the upright had different levels you could set the heads at..... (its supposed to be self adjusting).... If carpet is real thick can be hard to manage.....

Keep me posted

[robivi3]

Well, 24 hours. The air is cooler, fresher. I have had a horrible summer cold since the first part of June and it is nearly gone after last night. I feel much better and am breathing better, still have to wait for about a week or to. The kids complained that the main house got much cooler and they turned the unit in the LR down to "silent", this is a BIG area with 16 foot cielings mind you. House is normally 75, you can't go cooler in SoFla or you will burn your compressor out prematurely from the strain. We have a 4ton unit for our home, 1400 sq. ft. AC, Rheem High Efficiency installed by yours truly.

[jane taylor]

We had a Rainbow vacuum for years and paid dearly for it! I hated having to clean it and found that it was not as effective as I thought. I've heard good things about the Orecks. I have terrible allergies and sinus crud! I am very allergic to perfumes, detergents, etc. and will develop a wicked migraine if I'm tired and then am exposed to one of those allergens. Hot compresses and sleep work best when I get one of my killer headaches. One thing for sure is that this heat and humidity are killing me--ugh!!!

And I'm sure my 15 year-old dog living inside the house doesn't help my allergies, but think my family would kick me out before the dog!!!

Really need new carpet, too, or new floors, but haven't won the lottery yet!

[robivi3]

Well, I just opened the collector cells, they are coated with dust, we live in an area known to be dusty, and yes in spite of what I have read these units seem to be performing well. Please don't take me as Gospel, give me some time with them. It is a big investment but I had to do something re: an earlier bought with Pneumonia and a bought with acute bronchitis.

As far as the electric broom they sent with it, EXCELLENT, also the little refridgerator freshener. I read numerous complaints about more dust around the unit than in it, never having to clean the collectors, etc... The machine is doing what they claimed so far and I feel the effects.

[robivi3]

NOTE:
Please Lightning do not post here. I started this one for a specific purpose, not to play word games. You've been asked nicely, so please just keep your opinion to yourself in regard to this. You'll be banned in a couple of days most likely anyway.

Now to the post:
72 hours later:
Horibble one month old summer cold gone.
Allergies, gone for now, sinus headaches GONE
House air much fresher, actually feels cooler, the mustiness common to Florida homes in summer no longer a factor.
Sleeping very well.
The dust is WAY down.
For us these machines are very effective.
The machines are doing exactly as described in my case. I love them, am getting one more for the 16 & 17 year olds room.

[robivi3]

Well, one week. The units are performing well. That really all I can say. The "fragrance" packets don't really work to well, not worth it. The odor controller works very well and dust is way. This is my experience with these units. Alot of money, so unless you have problems, I don't know if it is a good deal. For me, excellent.

[robivi3]

I promise not to post on these units again unless prompted. I really love them. Last night was the first time I was out for hours and not at work. The freshness the inside air when we returned to the house was astounding. I really can't stress enough how cool the house is in the morning and how there is no dog odor whatsoever. My cold and sinus problems are nearly non-existent. For me, they are wonderful units and have helped me alot.

We were out seeing Pirates of the Carribean.

[mandy25]

I am so glad it is helping you

Thanks for the updates on them. Sounds like it was well worth the money for you. Glad your finally getting a little bit of relief.
Mandy