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Pre-1980 Kirby Model Chart |
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Post# 123682 , Reply# 1   2/1/2011 at 19:21 (4,803 days old) by eurekastar (Amarillo, Texas)   |   | |
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You've done a really good job! I can help you fill in a few gaps. The Model 513 introduced several significant changes. 1) the nozzle casting was redesigned to accommodate a new brush roll design and rug plate. 2) When the 513 first came out, it had the same 3 amp motor that was used in earlier models. Later in the 513's production, Kirby introduced its new 4 amp motor. The physical size of the motor is smaller, but it is more efficient and powerful design. 3) I think (though I'm not positive) the larger handle grip with the flip down cord hook was introduced as a late production item.
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Post# 123686 , Reply# 2   2/1/2011 at 19:32 (4,803 days old) by eurekastar (Amarillo, Texas)   |   | |
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There are actually significant differences between the Classic (1-CR) and the Classic Omega (1-CB). Though they look similar, the engineering of the 1-CR actually shares more in common with the engineering design of the Dual Sanitronic 50/80. In fact, Kirby was still using the same DS 50/80 foot switch on the 1-CR too. It was simply moved to the back of the bell housing and attached to a mounting plate. The safety switch was also a carryover from the DS 50/80. The Classic Omega WAS a complete redesign -- different motor housing, foot switch, motor, headlight, safety switch, etc. Even the nozzle casting is different design. They look the same at a glance, but there is a subtle difference in how they attach to the power plant.
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Post# 123688 , Reply# 3   2/1/2011 at 19:39 (4,803 days old) by eurekastar (Amarillo, Texas)   |   | |
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There are minor engineering design changes here and there, but there is an important different in the 516-519. It has to do with the carbon brush setup. On Model 516 and Model 517, Kirby was still using the same brush holder that was used on earlier models. With Model 518, Kirby began using a different carbon brush holder and terminal field clip design that was carried through to the DS 80.
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Post# 123698 , Reply# 4   2/1/2011 at 21:06 (4,803 days old) by bisonian (Where the buffalo roamed! (Ocala, FL))   |   | |
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That will certainly be news to the one sitting in my den.... |
Post# 123699 , Reply# 5   2/1/2011 at 21:11 (4,803 days old) by vac_whisperer ()   |   | |
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Some Kirby litterature said it didnt, but it did. Charles Richard not only has one but has the owners manual! On the link, find the 511 and it will say.: VW CLICK HERE TO GO TO vac_whisperer's LINK |
Post# 123709 , Reply# 6   2/1/2011 at 22:20 (4,803 days old) by eurekastar (Amarillo, Texas)   |   | |
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