Thread Number: 30960
/ Tag: 50s/60s/70s Vacuum Cleaners
Electrolux Model "L" Info Wanted! |
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Post# 342104 , Reply# 1   1/27/2016 at 09:03 (2,983 days old) by mchmike (West palm beach fl)   |   | |
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Hers how to fix your hose it works like a champ CLICK HERE TO GO TO mchmike's LINK |
Post# 342105 , Reply# 2   1/27/2016 at 09:06 (2,983 days old) by mchmike (West palm beach fl)   |   | |
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Here's a link for another hose with cord for the power nozzle the plug can be found on the side of the front hump . CLICK HERE TO GO TO mchmike's LINK on eBay |
Post# 342106 , Reply# 3   1/27/2016 at 09:08 (2,983 days old) by mchmike (West palm beach fl)   |   | |
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Here's the power nozzle for rugs. CLICK HERE TO GO TO mchmike's LINK on eBay |
Post# 342111 , Reply# 4   1/27/2016 at 10:23 (2,983 days old) by human (Pines of Carolina)   |   | |
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That's a nice Electrolux. With a modest amount of TLC, it will give you many, many years of good service. The hose, wands, and flippy floor tool you found are likely the original ones for the machine. That floor tool is great for hardwoods. I use mine with the bristle side down to avoid scratching the floor. It would also have had a combination upholstery and dusting brush and a crevice tool. As others have pointed out, there would have been an optional power nozzle (PN-1) that would have required an external power cord, connected to the hose with plastic clips. You can also use newer Power Nozzles (e.g., PN-2, 4, 5, 6) with this setup. If you do go for a Power Nozzle, you might also consider a smaller Sidekick power nozzle for handheld use. Although it was not available when your vacuum was produced, it's great for steps, upholstery, and other small jobs. I have one that I use quite a bit with my 1205 and Super-J vacuums.
I think you've already pinpointed the cause of your suction issues. Those woven hoses deteriorate and become porous over time. For day-to-day use, I'd recommend a newer style vinyl hose. Non-electrified ones aren't terribly expensive--albeit far more than you paid for the machine itself--and will improve performance immensely. That other 'Lux is a nice machine also. Go ahead and grab it if the price is right and you're so inclined. The accessories for it would be of the older style, made of metal. Just be aware that will set you on the road to being a 'collector'. Let us know if it gets out of hand and we'll make sure you get to a nearby "Vacu-holics Anonymous" meeting. |
Post# 342118 , Reply# 6   1/27/2016 at 15:07 (2,983 days old) by vacuumlad1650 (Wauponsee, IL)   |   | |
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Hi! im a life-long Electrolux Lover. i have both the model l, and Lx in my collection as well as many other's. Nathan Thomas (806-400-2999) sells all kinds of electrolux parts, and I have bought many vacuums and parts off him. Welcome to the club!
Andy Rousonelos |
Post# 342156 , Reply# 8   1/27/2016 at 20:30 (2,982 days old) by vacuumlad1650 (Wauponsee, IL)   |   | |
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Post# 342161 , Reply# 10   1/27/2016 at 21:24 (2,982 days old) by Collector2 (Moose Jaw, Sk)   |   | |
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This picture shows the standard hose with hose cord and two different power hoses (early and late) as well as the PN1 power nozzle (early machines) and PN2 power nozzle (later models). The optional shag rake is also shown. My machine has the halo to wrap the cord on but there was a cord reel available too.
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Post# 342169 , Reply# 12   1/27/2016 at 23:05 (2,982 days old) by human (Pines of Carolina)   |   | |
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Post# 342189 , Reply# 13   1/28/2016 at 09:46 (2,982 days old) by Dysonman1 (the county)   |   | |
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This is what the first blue model L look like with its original hose, power nozzle and extension wand.
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Post# 342190 , Reply# 14   1/28/2016 at 10:07 (2,982 days old) by Ku1981 (chicago)   |   | |
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Now that's perfect! Thanks! Now is that hose electrified? I don't see the wire on the outside! I like the suction vent covered handle at the top. Mine is cream and just has the little cuff that covers the hole. Doesn't work well at all! |
Post# 342224 , Reply# 15   1/28/2016 at 14:53 (2,982 days old) by vacuumlad1650 (Wauponsee, IL)   |   | |
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Post# 342246 , Reply# 16   1/28/2016 at 20:32 (2,981 days old) by Collector2 (Moose Jaw, Sk)   |   | |
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The power hose and telescopic wand shown in #13 were made in Canada for the US. Unfortunately they forgot to get UL approval and had to change it so they were only used for about a year. That is actually the second version. The very first ones actually had a white plastic wand attached directly to the power nozzle and just the cord for the hose.
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