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Question: What are some things you should never vacuum?
A. Coffee grounds and ash
B. Tea leaves and pet food
C. Paper shreds and fallen leaves
Coffee grounds and ash are just some of the things you should never vacuum! Though they are not officially on our list, practice caution when vacuuming tea leaves, pet food, paper shreds, and fallen leaves. If they are wet or large, they can clog and damage your vacuum.
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