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Tell me about this Electrolux..... please :O) |
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Post# 108304 , Reply# 1   9/14/2010 at 00:48 (4,944 days old) by joe22 ()   |   | |
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it is a renaissance, the first of the new design tanks. it has a longer cord, larger bag, soft touch controls on the hose, 3 speeds, top of the line lux and a totally new design for them 25 bucks its a steal |
Post# 108308 , Reply# 2   9/14/2010 at 03:26 (4,944 days old) by electrolux-dude (Canyon, TX)   |   | |
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Yes, it is indeed a Rennaisance, Snatch it immediately! As for bags HESCO should have them. It takes Style "R" bags. They are different than the regular style "C" bags found on the older style canisters. |
Post# 108313 , Reply# 4   9/14/2010 at 07:49 (4,943 days old) by chuffle (Rural Pennsylvania)   |   | |
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The wands are bulky, and the controls on the grip are problematic. My controls failed (I bought the machine for $7.95 at a thrift shop), and I always had to disconnect the hose to switch the machine off. That being said, I liked the machine, and wish that I had kept it. Joe |
Post# 108367 , Reply# 9   9/14/2010 at 22:01 (4,943 days old) by vacuumfreeeke ()   |   | |
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what a mess... oh yes, and the previous owner had used carpet fresh, so there was powder and a nasty smell everywhere.... at least it didn't smell like animals or smoke! |
Post# 108368 , Reply# 10   9/14/2010 at 22:02 (4,943 days old) by vacuumfreeeke ()   |   | |
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Post# 108369 , Reply# 11   9/14/2010 at 22:04 (4,943 days old) by vacuumfreeeke ()   |   | |
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After I cleaned the power nozzle and installed the bulb... look at all that mess that was in there! |
Post# 108370 , Reply# 12   9/14/2010 at 22:06 (4,943 days old) by vacuumfreeeke ()   |   | |
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look at all the paint! I wonder if I can get a new Reniassance emblem? |
Post# 108372 , Reply# 14   9/14/2010 at 22:11 (4,943 days old) by vacuumfreeeke ()   |   | |
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Post# 108373 , Reply# 15   9/14/2010 at 22:14 (4,943 days old) by vacuumfreeeke ()   |   | |
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Sorry for so many pictures, my new guy is vain! Only one more after this, I promise :o) |
Post# 108374 , Reply# 16   9/14/2010 at 22:16 (4,943 days old) by vacuumfreeeke ()   |   | |
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Here is the new adoptee with his long lost cousin, whom I will probably never use again! Thanks again everyone. |
Post# 108380 , Reply# 18   9/15/2010 at 01:28 (4,943 days old) by bimmer740 (Long Island, New York)   |   | |
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Bobby, The Renaissance models through the Guardian (all machines that take type "R" bags) use the same tools, although the colors may vary. There are several listings for newer white model Guardians and you should be able to see what the tools look like so that you can match them properly. The dusting brush is not a combination style like every other Lux had, and the crevice tool is very small but is actually extendable. I had the same Renaissance and I like it but I really would love to find either an Epic 8000 or the original dark gray with light gray trim Renaissance. I had the entire mono-tone light gray Lux line up for a while and the Renny certainly felt like it was more solidly constructed (as it should for the outrageous price tag). Good luck with your new find and happy vacuuming! BTW that Diamond Jubilee will give you years of dependable service, it may not be a top notch deep cleaner, but they certainly do stand the test of time and abuse.
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Post# 108383 , Reply# 19   9/15/2010 at 02:02 (4,943 days old) by kenmore81 (Warwick, RI)   |   | |
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Post# 108396 , Reply# 22   9/15/2010 at 11:02 (4,942 days old) by countryguy (Astorville, ON, Canada)   |   | |
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Post# 108399 , Reply# 23   9/15/2010 at 11:44 (4,942 days old) by joe22 ()   |   | |
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it came with a floor tool, the flip tool in dark gray was an option and rare. original price i dont know, prob in the 1200 range or so but this is an educated guess the after filter is under the tool rack, electrostatic |
Post# 108419 , Reply# 25   9/15/2010 at 18:53 (4,942 days old) by kloveland (Tulsa)   |   | |
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Post# 108437 , Reply# 27   9/16/2010 at 00:36 (4,942 days old) by bimmer740 (Long Island, New York)   |   | |
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Bobby the attachments you bought were quite a steal, that combination floor tool alone retails for around $75 and Im sure the SideKick II is close to that also. I have a rug rat for my central vac but I loved the sidekick that I had with the Electrolux. I cant really tell what condition your brush roll is in from the picture but the new brush roll has an extra turn of bristles and really improves how well the machine cleans. I put on in my Epic 6000 along with a belt and light bulb and I think my bill was around $60. I love my 6000 and I liked my 6500 but the Renny definately has a more sturdy feel to it and a much more elegant look. Electrolux has always been very popular where I live while vacs like Rainbow or Tristar are few and far between. Anyone who valued a clean home and dependability and had the $$ to spend had an Electrolux. We had a housekeeper for over 15 years and of course I would ask her about what kind of vacuums her other clients had. She cleaned a variety of homes, some of an average size and some multi-million dollar large homes. She always said that almost all of them had an Electrolux unless they had central vacuum, and only one of them had a Kirby. My housekeeper was amazing and she didnt beat the crap out of the vacuums she was allowed to use (either she was afraid I would scream at her or because my family had such a great relationship with her) but some are very rough on vacs. While Electrolux is a high end machine, I dont feel that they can out clean something like a Miele, but they can and often do take a beating and keep on going. They really do stand up to the abuse considering that they are plastic bodied machines. Good luck with your Renaissance and Im glad to hear you like it, that model was a huge turning point in modern Electrolux design and introduced many new features to the brand. |
Post# 108439 , Reply# 28   9/16/2010 at 00:40 (4,942 days old) by bimmer740 (Long Island, New York)   |   | |
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I just checked on totalvac.com and they have the genuine new style brush roll for under $11, I think mine was about 50. It says that they purchased a large quanity of them at very discounted price. I think im going to buy one for my Diamond Jubilee and maybe and extra one incase I purchase another machine. Check out the link
CLICK HERE TO GO TO bimmer740's LINK |
Post# 108441 , Reply# 29   9/16/2010 at 06:16 (4,941 days old) by kenmore81 (Warwick, RI)   |   | |
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Post# 108632 , Reply# 33   9/18/2010 at 13:35 (4,939 days old) by joe22 ()   |   | |
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i have one also, love the red trim on it and it is a most excellent vac |
Post# 108633 , Reply# 34   9/18/2010 at 15:26 (4,939 days old) by kenmore81 (Warwick, RI)   |   | |
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Wow that was fast delivery for your attahments. I think you are going to like the Sidekick, I love my powermate Jr'. Id like to find a Rainbow onw tho caus they have the cogged type belt. Can you (or someone lol)tell me of the Sidekick has a cogged belt? My PM jr is great but the belts suck and they are expensive, so I cut a DD handvac belt in half and that works better and cheaper but I know im damaging the motor using that belt. K |
Post# 108685 , Reply# 38   9/19/2010 at 03:06 (4,939 days old) by bimmer740 (Long Island, New York)   |   | |
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Bobby, Im so glad that I could be of any help. Its nice to be able to contribute something on this forum once and a while, and not be the one asking questions. There are so many knowledgable members who are just a walking library with a wealth of information on so many vacs. We are the same age, Ill be 27 the end of December, and its funny how quickly time goes by. I remember when the Renaissance came out and then when Electrolux introduced the Guardian. The Renny and Epic 8000 are more beautiful than the Guardian with its after thought after filter sticking out of the top of its lovely shapely body. Electrolux may not offer the best preformance on the market but they still make a great vac that can take the abuse and keep on going. Its a shame they discontinued the Renaissance body style, its much better looking than the new Guardian Ultra. Best of luck with your Electrolux and Happy Vacuuming! You really got a great deal and a vac that should give you great service for many years to come! ~Steven |
Post# 108947 , Reply# 39   9/21/2010 at 15:14 (4,936 days old) by vacuumfreeeke ()   |   | |
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I did a video :o) CLICK HERE TO GO TO vacuumfreeeke's LINK |
Post# 108987 , Reply# 40   9/21/2010 at 22:29 (4,936 days old) by luxg ()   |   | |
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Great video Bobby, thanks for sharing it. Glad you are happy with your new LUX! Terry |
Post# 109008 , Reply# 41   9/22/2010 at 12:42 (4,935 days old) by joe22 ()   |   | |
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yes lux or aerus or whatever got it right with the Renaissance and later epics/guardians too bad they have taken several steps backwards with the new ultra....tsk tsk tsk |
Post# 109037 , Reply# 43   9/22/2010 at 22:08 (4,935 days old) by vacuumfreeeke ()   |   | |
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Someone asked if the sidekick had a cogged belt.... it does. Here's a picture of the inside so you can see the motor... the brush seems to spin freely. |
Post# 109078 , Reply# 45   9/23/2010 at 06:52 (4,934 days old) by countryguy (Astorville, ON, Canada)   |   | |
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I had a Lux 9000 with the sidekick and it would not bog down at all when used on the plusher carpeting. Nor did it shake or make a louder than normal noise. I did have problems with cat hair getting wound around the ends of the brush rollers causing it not to turn freely but I put in a new brush roll and it worked great again. It is much quieter and more powerful than my suction operated turbo brush. Gary |
Post# 109086 , Reply# 46   9/23/2010 at 09:20 (4,934 days old) by vacuumfreeeke ()   |   | |
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Gary, thanks for sharing your experience.... maybe I should make a video so you guys can tell me if this thing is normal or not.... I need to ask for a refund if it's malfunctioning! |
Post# 109092 , Reply# 47   9/23/2010 at 11:05 (4,934 days old) by countryguy (Astorville, ON, Canada)   |   | |
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Post# 246987 , Reply# 48   8/21/2013 at 17:59 (3,871 days old) by floor-a-matic (somewhere)   |   | |
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The Wessel Werk HEB160 does NOT bog down at all, no matter how thick the upholstery or carpet is. It even does a nice job on shag carpeted stairs. Here's the HEB160 attached to the Ambassador hose. This post was last edited 08/21/2013 at 22:35 |