Electrolux Model xxx

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Some time in the 1950s (don't know exactly when, but it was after Models LX & E came out), Electrolux came up with a disposable bag setup for use with the XXX.

This was most likely due to an oft-expressed desire from XXX users to have the same disposable bag feature as the newer models, but who didn't want the expense of trading up to a new machine just for that one new feature.

The disposable bag chamber embodies the same basic design as for the early metal bag chambers. However, it is permanently connected to a metal ring with a rubber gasket around it, the same size as the metal ring for the XXX cloth bag. The cloth bag is removed and in its place the disposable bag chamber is inserted and secured with two little levers.

The front cover of it is held in place by two knurled thumbscrews. You loosen the thumbscrews and then remove the cover. You remove and discard the used bag, insert a new one, replace the metal top and screw it back down.

It does work, but the problem is that the suction is forced through two sets of holes -- the holes in the disposable bag chamber as well as the holes in the back of the XXX bag chamber. That does cut down airflow and thus suction power.

It's kludgy and funny looking and totally disrupts the beautiful streamlined design of the XXX -- obviously little thought was directed to aesthetics. The first time I saw one I thought it was something home-made. It just didn't have the professional, polished appearance of other Electrolux products (other than the Model T but that's another story!)

Here are a couple of photos of it. If anyone is burning with interest I can take some more photos of the one I have, to more clearly show how it works.

Photos... < > Photo 1 of 2 View Full Size


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Post# 338916 12/9/2015 at 10:08 (3,060 days old) by lovelux ()
Checkrate/Likes I just purchased an Electrolux Model xxx on ebay. It has all the attachments except the small brush. It seems like it is was well kept. What paper bags would be used for this one? The seller mentioned it has a cloth bag in good condition. The picture is small which is from ebay. Now I have this one in addition to the LX. Photos... < > Photo 1 of 2 View Full Size

Post# 338917 , Reply# 1 12/9/2015 at 10:33 (3,060 days old) by sitop (Bradenton, FL)
Checkrate/Likes *cloth bag* The XXX only uses a cloth bag. I'm sure that you could find a disposable bag and cot it to fit INSIDE of the cloth bag. Better yet, use the XXX and when finished use your LX to vacuum the cloth bag.

Post# 338922 , Reply# 2 12/9/2015 at 11:57 (3,060 days old) by electrolux137 (Los Angeles)
Checkrate/Likes ~ ~ Some time in the 1950s (don't know exactly when, but it was after Models LX & E came out), Electrolux came up with a disposable bag setup for use with the XXX. This was most likely due to an oft-expressed desire from XXX users to have the same disposable bag feature as the newer models, but who didn't want the expense of trading up to a new machine just for that one new feature. The disposable bag chamber embodies the same basic design as for the early metal bag chambers. However, it is permanently connected to a metal ring with a rubber gasket around it, the same size as the metal ring for the XXX cloth bag. The cloth bag is removed and in its place the disposable bag chamber is inserted and secured with two little levers. The front cover of it is held in place by two knurled thumbscrews. You loosen the thumbscrews and then remove the cover. You remove and discard the used bag, insert a new one, replace the metal top and screw it back down. It does work, but the problem is that the suction is forced through two sets of holes -- the holes in the disposable bag chamber as well as the holes in the back of the XXX bag chamber. That does cut down airflow and thus suction power. It's kludgy and funny looking and totally disrupts the beautiful streamlined design of the XXX -- obviously little thought was directed to aesthetics. The first time I saw one I thought it was something home-made. It just didn't have the professional, polished appearance of other Electrolux products (other than the Model T but that's another story!) Here are a couple of photos of it. If anyone is burning with interest I can take some more photos of the one I have, to more clearly show how it works. Photos... < > Photo 1 of 2 View Full Size

Post# 338924 , Reply# 3 12/9/2015 at 12:19 (3,060 days old) by lovelux ()
Checkrate/Likes *cloth bag -eVacuumstore and EZVacuum* It looks like these 2 online stores carry a cloth bag for the xxx. Problem solved if I need a new one! Photos... < > Photo 1 of 2 View Full Size

Post# 338927 , Reply# 4 12/9/2015 at 13:33 (3,060 days old) by lovelux ()
Checkrate/Likes *Model xxx* Wonder if this bag would fix the model xxx. View Full Size

Post# 338932 , Reply# 5 12/9/2015 at 14:33 (3,060 days old) by Kirbysthebest (Midwest)
Checkrate/Likes The XXX used just the cloth bag, but was wondering if a round open bag like used in the Tristar/Compact would work as a liner?? Anyone? Anyone?

Post# 338933 , Reply# 6 12/9/2015 at 14:38 (3,060 days old) by CoffeeCanMan (Ferndale, MI)
Checkrate/Likes I don't see why you couldn't put a compact or swivel top bag in there and fold the edge under the rim of the cloth bag.

Post# 338947 , Reply# 7 12/9/2015 at 18:36 (3,060 days old) by suckolux (Yuba City, CA)
Checkrate/Likes not a good fit, tried!