Eureka Altima Bagless Upright Vacuum - 2961AVZ Review

I've only had this vacuum for about 3 months and I'm ready to throw it away.  It is not worth the trouble it takes to constantly unclog it.  I've just about taken it completely apart looking for reasons why it loses suction.  I've cleaned out everything.  It will work fine the next time I use it, but after one use, it's back to losing suction and spitting dirt back out.  Today, there was a cloud of dirt coming out the front and from the side.  I keep the dirt cup emptied.  Also, having to reach up above the cup and pull out the yellow gizmo is a pain in the butt.  It's hard to line back up.  The filter seems to need to be cleaned after every use.  One other problem, it's very heavy and not easy to use on steps.  The hose doesn't want to come out very far.  I seriously have never had this much problem with any other vacuum.  And it's also the most expensive I've ever bought.  I will stay away from Eureka from now on.  A brand new vacuum should NOT be this much trouble.