Shark APEX UpLight Lift-Away DuoClean with Self-Cleaning Brushroll Stick Vacuum - Model LZ601

Shark LZ601 APEX UpLight Lift-Away DuoClean is corded, bagless, convertible, stick vacuum cleaner, designed for cleaning various surface from the floor to the ceiling.

Shark LZ601 APEX UpLight Lift-Away DuoClean is designed to be quickly and easily converted as required and can be used as classic lightweight stick/upright vacuum cleaner, for above the floor cleaning with the cleaning wand, for cleaning with the wand and extended cleaning hose and for cleaning with the Lift-Away pod with the cleaning hose.

Updated: May 18, 2020.

Shark LZ601 APEX UpLight Lift-Away DuoClean Features and Specifications

Shark LZ601 APEX UpLight Lift-Away DuoClean is corded, stick, bagless vacuum cleaner with detachable cleaning wand, Lift-Away pod and built-in cleaning hose.

Shark LZ601 features a more streamlined air flow, which in combination with high-speed suction motor increases the suction and unit's efficiency. This so-called 'HyperVelocity' suction technology also leads to decreased weight and improved air filtration.

In order to help with the air filtration and to keep maintenance costs to a minimum, Shark LZ601 comes with washable air filters and 'Anti-Allergen Complete Seal', ensuring that no air is leaked out of the unit before being filtered - Shark LZ601 features HEPA air filtration and is capable of capturing 99.9% of 0.3 microns or larger dirt particles.

Lift-Away pod enables the user to clean areas that are not reachable with classic upright or even canister vacuum cleaners. Built-in flexible cleaning hose allow the user to attach a cleaning wand with one of the available cleaning tools or the user may attach cleaning tools directly onto the cleaning hose.

The main cleaning tool is the DuoClean floor nozzle, which features two brushrolls that work in unison in order to provide the best cleaning possible, saving time and effort.

DuoClean floor nozzle features soft brushroll optimized for cleaning bare floors, while the second brushroll is more optimized for cleaning deeply embedded dirt, pet, and human hair included, from carpets and area rugs.

Both brushrolls operate at the same time, allowing the user to easily transit from carpeted areas to bare floors and back and to clean them thoroughly.

Also, the second brushroll is designed as a self-cleaning brushroll, actively removing hair, fibers, and lint. Both brushrolls are placed under translucent cover, allowing the user to visually check the condition of the brushrolls.

Note: although the self-cleaning system does a rather good job, nonetheless, the user has to clean the brushrolls from tangled hair and other dirt from time to time. For this and other maintenance procedures and in order to get more accustomed to your new vacuum, check the manual.

Main DuoClean floor nozzle also features strong LED headlights, helping the user to spot the dirt and to clean more efficiently during low light conditions, like under beds and sofas.

Also, DuoClean floor nozzle features a full swivel neck and low profile, ensuring good maneuverability even around and under most common floor objects and obstacles, like walls, furniture, beds, stairs etc.

DuoClean floor nozzle also features retractable support wheels, ensuring that the unit can be stored in the upright position. Just to be safe, don't let the pets and kids play around self-standing Shark LZ601 vacuum - strong enough push can tip over the unit.

Shark LZ601 APEX UpLight Lift-Away DuoClean physical dimensions are (L x W x H) 46.19 x 10.44 x 11.38 inches (~117.3 x 26.5 x 28.9 cm) and in the stick/upright configuration it weighs 10.7 pounds (~4.85 kg) - Shark LZ601 is not the lightest stick vacuum cleaner on the market, but it is light enough to be used even by elderly people.

The unit is powered via 30 feet (~9.15 m) long power cord, which is manually wrapped around wrap hooks. Such long power cord and convertible design, ensure long cleaning reach using just one wall power socket.

Due to its dimensions, Shark LZ601 doesn't feature automatic power cord rewind system.

The unit is rated at 5.8 Amps (700 watts) and features very good suction across its 9 inches (~23 cm) wide cleaning path.

Note: unit features thermal protection system which turns off the motor if its internal temperature starts to rise. If that happens, power off the unit, unplug it from the wall, empty the dirt cup, clean the filters and check for the clogs and blockages. After letting the unit cool down for at least 45 minutes, the thermal protection system resets itself, allowing the user to continue with the cleaning task.

The maximum length of the builtin flexible cleaning hose is 4.2 feet (~1.3 m), allowing the user to reach and clean rather awkward areas, including cars, stairs, edges, bookshelves, and similar.

Dirt cup is transparent, allowing the user to see the amount and type of vacuumed dirt. The maximum dirt cup capacity is 0.66 quarts, which could be larger, especially when the unit is used for cleaning larger homes and apartments.

Fortunately, dirt cup comes with the bottom emptying system, allowing the user to quickly empty the dirt cup directly into the trash can without ever touching the dirt.

Shark LS601 features HEPA grade air filtration - it captures at least 99.9% of 0.3 microns or larger particles.

The air filtration system is based on the pre-motor foam and felt filters and post-motor HEPA air filter. All filters are washable (rinsable) using cold water, ensuring lower maintenance costs.

Pre-motor foam and felt filters are washed every month or as needed and replaced every 2.5 years or as needed.

Post-motor HEPA air filter is washed every year and replaced every 3 years or as needed.

Note: all filters must be fully dried before assembling back into the unit - operating the vacuum with wet filters or no filters at all can damage the unit and void its 5-year limited warranty.

Shark LZ601 Cleaning Tools and Attachments

At the moment of writing this article, Shark LZ601 is being delivered with two standard cleaning tools:

- Duster Crevice Tool is a 2-in-1 cleaning tool. Crevice tool is long and narrow cleaning tool, intended for cleaning hard to reach areas like edges, gaps, between seats and similar. Using the builtin dusting brush, Crevice Tool is converted into the Duster Tool, helping the user clean dust from the most common surfaces found at homes and apartments.

- Pet Multi-Tool is also a 2-in-1 cleaning tool. Pet brush is used for cleaning pet and human hair and lint from the stairs, smaller carpets, and similar surfaces. When the pet brush is removed, the Upholstery Tool is revealed which features felt strip for picking up hair and lint from more sensitive surfaces like upholstery (hence the name), furniture, and similar.

Note: actual list of available cleaning tools may change over time, so be sure to check it before ordering.

Other cleaning tools can be rather helpful in specific situations, and if/when required, they can be ordered online. Some of these tools are:

- Self-Cleaning Pet Power Brush features powered self-cleaning brushroll and is designed for cleaning lint, fibers, and various hair from upholstery, carpeted stairs and even smaller carpets.

- Multi-Angle Dusting Brush features swiveling neck, allowing the user to clean elevated surfaces at optimal angle.

- Anti-Allergen Dust Brush features fine bristles that agitate the dirt, which is then vacuumed into the unit via strong suction.

Of course, there are other cleaning tools and attachments as well, but these are most common ones.

Shark Self-Cleaning Ultra-Light Convertible Vacuums - Comparison Chart

Shark manufactures several stick/handheld convertible vacuums, featuring rather similar design philosophy. But, they also differ in several, very important details.

The following chart lists most important features and specifications of Shark LZ601, ZS362, and ZS351 vacuums:

Model	Shark LZ601	Shark ZS362	Shark ZS351
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Dimensions	46.19 x 10.44 x 11.38 inches	48.5 x 10.2 x 15.5  inches	47.2 x 10.2 x 13.4  inches
Weight	10.7 lbs	10 lbs	8.8 lbs
Maximum Current	5.8 Amps	5 Amps	4.2 Amps
Rated Power	700W	600W	500W
Motor Thermal Protection	Yes	Yes	Yes
Power Cord	30 feet	30 feet	30 feet
DuoClean Technology	Yes	Yes	No
Self-Cleaning Brushroll	Yes	Yes	Yes
Convertible Design	Yes	Yes	Yes
Lift-Away Pod	Yes	No	No
Anti-Allergen Complete Seal	Yes	No	No
HEPA Air Filtration	Yes (99.9%, 0.3 μm)	No	No
Washable Air Filters	Yes	Yes	Yes
LED Lights	Floor Nozzle	Floor Nozzle; Handheld Vacuum	No
Duster Crevice Tool	Yes	No	Yes
Pet Multi-Tool	Yes	Yes	Yes
5" Crevice Tool	No	Yes	No
Precision Duster	No	Yes	No
Dirt Cup Capacity	0.66 quarts	0.74 quarts	0.4 quarts
Amazon Link	Shark LZ601	Shark ZS362	Shark ZS351

Note: Amazon links open in the new windows, feel free to check them for most up-to-date offers and prices. Also, check the list of available tools, since it may change over time.

As one can see, Shark LZ601 comes with the most features and with the latest Shark cleaning technologies. Also, it has the strongest suction, best air filtration, and Lift-Away Pod. But, Shark ZS362 features slightly larger dirt cup, different list of cleaning tools, and LED lights on both floor nozzle and handheld vacuum.

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Long Story Short: Shark LZ601 is versatile and convertible vacuum cleaner, suitable as the main vacuum cleaner in small-to-medium homes and apartments.

The only reason why it is not suitable for large homes and apartments is its medium-sized dirt cup (0.66 quarts) - it has very good suction, it cleans floors very efficiently, it is also suitable for cleaning of elevated surfaces, it features very low maintenance costs etc.

In a really large homes and apartments, Shark LZ601 can be used as an excellent second vacuum cleaner for quick cleanups - it can be used even as the main vacuum cleaner, just note that your cleaning may be interrupted by the filled dirt cup.

For more reviews and recommendations, check Shark LZ601 APEX UpLight Lift-Away DuoClean Amazon link (link opens in the new window).