Thread Number: 32715  /  Tag: Recent Vacuum Cleaners from past 20 years
1997 Sebo Automatic X1 		[Down to Last]

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Post# 358475   8/31/2016 at 12:35 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

I've been quiet on here lately, haven't I?

So, picked her up from the British heart Foundation for £30. Meh, a little bit more than I wanted to pay for the oldie but seeing how she came with a genuine extension hose ( that I've been meaning to get for a while) and these models hold a few memories, I thought I might as well get her.

Before photos as per usual, followed by afters.

And before clean up video too ~

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Post# 358476 , Reply# 1   8/31/2016 at 12:36 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        
Random Photo

On her journey home :P

Didn't half get some odd looks while carrying her through the city center and on the bus lol.

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Post# 358477 , Reply# 2   8/31/2016 at 12:37 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

Been serviced at one point. For some odd reason I like to keep these service stickers on.

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Post# 358478 , Reply# 3   8/31/2016 at 12:39 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

So, I started with sorting out the bag door, then removing and stripping the handle. Witch was a pain in the ehem.

Also, apologies for my legs getting in the way in multiple pics.

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Post# 358479 , Reply# 4   8/31/2016 at 12:41 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

Some reference shots mixed in there too.

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Post# 358480 , Reply# 5   8/31/2016 at 12:44 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

Body removed and stripped.

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Post# 358481 , Reply# 6   8/31/2016 at 12:47 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

Featuring "hidden" metal clips for the tools which where later changed to partially visible plastic clips on the X1.1 and so on. Personally I prefer the metal clips.

Lets hope I don't start a "war" by slipping in a opinion. . .

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Post# 358482 , Reply# 7   8/31/2016 at 12:49 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

The tools are in pretty good condition. A few scratches on the crevice tool but nothing major. I've had worse! Also, if you look closely on the upholstery tool, you can see the little metal brush strip has rust on it.

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Post# 358483 , Reply# 8   8/31/2016 at 12:51 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        
*sigh*

 The dreaded plaster dust. And a lot of it. (More evident in person)

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Post# 358484 , Reply# 9   8/31/2016 at 12:53 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

Pre motor filter removed for washing.

The reason I washed it is because I'm not going to be using this machine much and both filters are in OK condition, so I'm not going to bother replacing them yet.

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Post# 358485 , Reply# 10   8/31/2016 at 12:55 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

Handle removed and fully dissembled. Plus reference shot.

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Post# 358486 , Reply# 11   8/31/2016 at 12:57 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        
Now onto the sweet spot!

 Now the true fun begins! Based off of previous experience it looks like she's been stored in a garage for a while.

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Post# 358487 , Reply# 12   8/31/2016 at 13:00 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

It looks like she's came from a smokers home due to where the filter isn't caked in carbon dust, it's slightly tar stained. Same can be said about the hose as it has this ever so light yellow tint which is more visible in person.

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Post# 358488 , Reply# 13   8/31/2016 at 13:01 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

Apologies for some pictures flipping portrait.

Post# 358489 , Reply# 14   8/31/2016 at 13:03 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

Some unfortunate deep gouges which I don't think T-cut's going to remove. But, it's to be expected so hey ho!

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Post# 358490 , Reply# 15   8/31/2016 at 13:05 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

Brushroll removed. And Jesus! I thought the sealing strip was worn on my X1.1.

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Post# 358491 , Reply# 16   8/31/2016 at 13:07 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        



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Post# 358492 , Reply# 17   8/31/2016 at 13:10 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

Removed the wheels and caps only to find all these really odd "lint balls"

Are these supposed to be here or what?

Also, showing some marks that accumulated on the caps. This on was the worst. My fingers don't half look dry! Ignore the scar on my index finger.

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Post# 358493 , Reply# 18   8/31/2016 at 13:11 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

I think it's safe to say it has been years since she was serviced, Lol.

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Post# 358494 , Reply# 19   8/31/2016 at 13:14 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

Chassis complete. Well almost :P

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Post# 358495 , Reply# 20   8/31/2016 at 13:15 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        
Wishy~Washy! Still ;)

 Big pile of parts to wash.. Yay..

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Post# 358497 , Reply# 21   8/31/2016 at 13:18 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

Few motor shots. Didn't think to take any while servicing the motor. Unfortunately the commy doesn't look as good as it does in the photo. It has copper drag, bar burning and threading. Tis' also a replacement motor. Odd that it was only replaced after 4 years. Must of received alot of abuse, poor bugger.

Also, from what I can gather it is a genuine replacement.

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Post# 358498 , Reply# 22   8/31/2016 at 13:19 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

Bet that feels so much better. Your welcome sweetheart!

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Post# 358499 , Reply# 23   8/31/2016 at 13:22 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        
And now onto the after shots.

 After her nice, hot, zesty lemon bath, and cold shower, shes laid out to dry. The hoses however were hung on the washing line for several days to help dry them.

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Post# 358500 , Reply# 24   8/31/2016 at 13:25 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

The only shots I bothered to take of the motor. I didn't want to clean up the commy and possibly make matters worse due to the damage thats already there.

Also there's this weired melted spot on the coil. It's also on both sides. Is it supposed to be there? Never seen a motor with it before.

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Post# 358501 , Reply# 25   8/31/2016 at 13:26 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

Not many reassembly pictures either.

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Post# 358502 , Reply# 26   8/31/2016 at 13:28 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

Me invading Princess "palace" Lol.

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Post# 358503 , Reply# 27   8/31/2016 at 13:29 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

And here she is back in her former glory.

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Post# 358504 , Reply# 28   8/31/2016 at 13:30 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        
Some other random pictures.

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Post# 358505 , Reply# 29   8/31/2016 at 13:42 (2,794 days old) by vacuumlover (UK)        

And one final opinion (Oh no! I'm going there!) I prefer this style of "latch" for the hoes. Just easier.

All that needs doing now is to get some T-cut on the scratches and polish then wax it. Also, after video attached.

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