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Dust Mite Vacuum

A super effective way to rid your bedding of
dust mites and allergens

Anti-bacterial vacuum with UVC technology kills 99.9% of household bacteria and eliminates household bed dust mites that aggravate symptoms of asthma, allergies and dermatitis.

Lightweight handheld vacuum cleans the “unseen” from mattresses, bedding, cribs, futons, sofas, chairs, pillows and curtains.
It’s a three-way attack on allergens with sterilization, vacuum and vibrating pad modes.

Germicidal UVC lamp features auto shut-off when not on a surface. Safety “on” feature resets to standby or shuts off if left on unused. Imported.

Dimensions: 14″W x 13″L x 6½”H

Weight: 6 lbs.

16′-long electric cord




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[20 May 2012 | No Comment | ]
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[20 May 2012 | No Comment | ]
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[20 May 2012 | No Comment | ]
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[20 May 2012 | No Comment | ]
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[19 May 2012 | No Comment | ]
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[19 May 2012 | No Comment | ]
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[19 May 2012 | No Comment | ]
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[19 May 2012 | No Comment | ]
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[18 May 2012 | No Comment | ]
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[18 May 2012 | No Comment | ]
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[18 May 2012 | No Comment | ]
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[18 May 2012 | No Comment | ]
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[18 May 2012 | No Comment | ]
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