Thread Number: 31056
/ Tag: Pre-1950 Vacuum Cleaners
Royal model 72 |
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Post# 343963 , Reply# 2   2/14/2016 at 02:28 (2,994 days old) by hygiene903 (Galion, OH)   |   | |
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Cory,
You are correct, it is post 1928. Royals built before 1928 had the bag outlet on the other side of the fan case. And yes, it does need oiled. You should find 2 oil ports, one toward the back of the motor and the other just behind the fancase. Remove the caps with a screwdriver and put several drops of oil in each port. Since it apparently has been a long time since it's been oiled, you will probably need to do this more than once--fill the ports, let it settle in, then try to manually turn the shaft. Repeat as necessary until the shaft turns freely. DO NOT attempt to run it again until you have freed it up. As for what oil to use, I recommend 3-in-1 Electric Motor Oil. This is NOT regular 3-in-1 oil, but a special formulation for electric motors. Should be readily available at stores such as Home Depot, Lowe's, Menard's, or your local hardware. Good luck, Jeff |
Post# 345535 , Reply# 5   2/26/2016 at 18:14 (2,981 days old) by Organgrinder ()   |   | |
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Post# 345701 , Reply# 6   2/28/2016 at 14:04 (2,979 days old) by Organgrinder ()   |   | |
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She's all put back together, buffed and pished. Now to get a new cord and puthe her into service cleaning my wood floors! I've really had a lot of fun with this. Shiney things you know.
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Post# 345742 , Reply# 7   2/28/2016 at 22:08 (2,979 days old) by CharlesKirby66 (Manteca, CA)   |   | |
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Post# 345744 , Reply# 8   2/28/2016 at 22:17 (2,979 days old) by hygiene903 (Galion, OH)   |   | |
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