I bought this item so that I could clean carpets of elderly relatives that had become a little dull over time. Assembly of the cleaner could not be easier, it took no time at all and was problem free. Using the cleaner for the first time, the carpets came up very well, bright, substantially cleaner, and the carpets were dry in under and hour. I can honestly say that this cleaner exceeded my expectations in every way, I am delighted with my purchase and I am happy to recommend it.