Thread Number: 17038
Electorlux Oxygen EL 6988 |
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Post# 182381 , Reply# 1   5/23/2012 at 23:34 (4,352 days old) by Blackheart (North Dakota)   |   | |
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Post# 182391 , Reply# 2   5/24/2012 at 01:21 (4,352 days old) by piano_god (British Columbia, Canada)   |   | |
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That machine is my favorite Electrolux AB model, but be cautious of that hose, wand and powerhead.
The electrical connections in the hose, wand and powerhead neck tend to burn out quite easily. Usually, this occurs when the hose or wand is removed when the powerhead is still switched on. Also, the powerhead neck itself has a tendancy to crack in the bent section, so I strongly suggest to lift the powerhead off the carpet only when in the upright (locked) position. |
Post# 182402 , Reply# 4   5/24/2012 at 07:00 (4,352 days old) by eurekastar (Amarillo, Texas)   |   | |
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Post# 182556 , Reply# 9   5/25/2012 at 21:15 (4,350 days old) by piano_god (British Columbia, Canada)   |   | |
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In my experience, the Oxygen 3 is the most repair prone of any of the Electrolux AB machines. Like you mentioned, the fuse blows frequently, but it's not designed to be replaceable. The "sumo board" that contains the fuse is one of four (yes, that's FOUR) separate circuit boards in the upper rear portion of the machine. No vacuum needs that much circuitry, IMHO...
After experiencing numerous issues with my own Oxygen 3, including the dreaded freezing issue complete with all lights blinking, I pitched the entire thing into the garbage bin. In fact, I got rid of all of my Electrolux AB machines, except for my Ergorapido. I like my Ergorapido, but only if the battery pack doesn't explode like it did with earlier models! |
Post# 182571 , Reply# 11   5/25/2012 at 22:44 (4,350 days old) by piano_god (British Columbia, Canada)   |   | |
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The Ergorapido is perfect for quick clean-ups around the litter box. The one feature I appreciate most is that it can be emptied using another machine. So, when I am using my central vac or Miele, it is very convenient to empty and there's no dust cloud!
The 12V Ergorapidos have a more quality feel than the 9.6V. As far as I am aware, the Shearclean model hasn't made its way into Canada, but the machine otherwise appears identical to the Ultra+ (which is a nice machine). I hope to see the Shearclean model soon!
Hopefully they'll ditch the NiMH batteries altogether in the next version... |
Post# 182589 , Reply# 12   5/26/2012 at 05:52 (4,350 days old) by mark40511 (Lexington, KY)   |   | |
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I *almost* bought one of these a while back. Don't you just hate it when there is a machine that you love but those little repair issues come up. Same exact experience I had with Kenmore canisters. Direct connections would always develop a short, even when turning PN power off before disconnecting. Also the cord coming out of the PN (the bent part) would fray.
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Post# 182635 , Reply# 15   5/26/2012 at 21:43 (4,349 days old) by piano_god (British Columbia, Canada)   |   | |
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How is it "stupid" to dispose of the machine once it has reached the end of its usable life and is not worth repairing? Also, why would I want to give away/donate a faulty machine?
You have assumed that I disposed of all my Electrolux AB machines. The only machine that was thrown out was the Oxygen 3, the others in my collection (except the Ergorapido) were sold.
What's despicable and disgraceful is that Electrolux AB brought the Oxygen 3's to retail prematurely without thoroughly testing them before placing them into production. That decision has, to quote you, "...contribut[ed] to the junk that's already building up in our world". I don't appreciate being used as a guinea pig (unknowingly) to a flawed product.
You hold the opinion that Electrolux AB is a quality machine. Well, we'll just have to agree to disagree... |
Post# 182719 , Reply# 17   5/27/2012 at 13:29 (4,349 days old) by Koobam ()   |   | |
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they're* arguably some of the best of the best* |
Post# 182725 , Reply# 18   5/27/2012 at 14:22 (4,349 days old) by piano_god (British Columbia, Canada)   |   | |
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