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    Needing New Lux PN2 Power nozzle motor.

    I know this is a shot in the dark but wanted to put it out there that I was looking to purchase a new or used PN2 power nozzle motor if anyone has one laying around. I was thinking about calling any Lux shops in the US to see if they had one laying around from old stock as well. If anyone has...
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    Electrolux PN 2 Power Nozzle

    Question for you experts: I have a PN 2 power nozzle that cuts out intermittently. I can run it for a few minutes but then it cuts out. I don't think the motor is bad. The power nozzle had not been turned on for quite some time and may not be used to running? I am wondering if something...
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    Aerus Classic PN Brush Roll Quality.

    Hi everyone! So I was brousing through Ebay last night and came across a brand new Aerus Classic ( black ) for sale. I started clicking through the pics and to my suprise was just astonished with the brush roll on this current brand new machine. I enclosed a pick. The brush roll looks worn...
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    Lux Cord reel.

    Hope one of you many experts can help me out. I have repaired my Grand Marque Lux cord real several times. The problem is that the cord retracts in slowly and up to a certain point. The whole cord does not fully retract fully into the machine. I have taken it apart and re attached the coil on...
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    Electrolux Model 1521 Cord Real Question.

    Hope one of you many experts can help me out. I have repaired my Lux cord real several times. The problem is that the cord retracts in slowly and up to a certain point. The whole cord does not fully retract fully into the machine. I have taken it apart and re attached the coil on some...
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    Electrolux Hose Question.

    Have a quick question. I have heard that you could send an electrolux hose back to the factory for repair. I believe I heard the hose could come back shorter in a lot of instances. Has anyone else ever heard of this process. See the aatched photo. I saw this hose tonight on Ebay attached to...
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    Hoover Dial a Matic Question.

    I have a question about a Hoover Dial a Matic. The machine is not powering on and I think it is due to a stuck brush. The machine has not been powered up for several years. Can anyone tell me how easy it is to dissasemble and check the brushes? I see screws at the bottom of the curved base...
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    Proper way to store hoses?

    Is there a standard way hoses should be stored when not in use? That goes for wooven hoses and any other as well. I have read that it is not a good ides to hang hoses on their own as they can stretch and put presure on the area of the hose that is on even 1 to 2 hooks. Anyone out there have...
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    Question for you Electrolux Experts.

    Question for you Electrolux Experts. During the last run of the wooven hoses a rubber sleeve was added to the pistal end of the hose. I first thought this was a great idea and thought the rubber sleeve was added to protect wear on that end of the hose so the hose would last longer. Here's the...
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    Hoover Dial a Matic help

    I have a Hoover Dial A Matic that does not power on. I have a feeling that one of the brushes might be stuck as it has not been powered on for some time. Is there an easy way to get to them if I open up the machine to check? Also how would one go about opening up a DAM? I think I have read...
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    Electrolux Model 1521 HELP.

    Hoping someone can help. I have a Lux 1521. I am the original owner and have taken very good care of this machine. Over the last 10 years I have had constant problems with the auto cord real not retracting the cord all the way. I have taken the machine apart probably 5 times to try and...
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    Hoover Dial a Matic Paint.

    I need to repaint the beige base of a basic Hoover Dial a Matic. Can anyone give me a recommondation of where I can get a good spray paint, what color even a number would be close and also what I can use to smooth out some very light imperfections? I am on a budget. Thanks so much!
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    Miele Adaptor

    Can one of you experts tell me what this adaptor is for? It came with my Miele. It fits in the bare floor tool and into the end of the wand. Basically, the same dementions of the Miele attachments. This has always puzzled me. Thanks!
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    Electrolux 6500 L Shaped Power Nozzle Damage

    I have a 6500 L shaped power nozzle that had water exposed to it by accident. The brush rollor does not turn nor does the gear that the belt is attached to. The nozzle was wrapped in plastic. Some water must have seeped in those area's of the motor. Not sure if the entire motor is effected...
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    Rusted Eureka Wands.

    I have some rust parts on my Eureka wands. I am wondering if they can be sanded or there is a chemical that I can use to remove the rust. They may be a little pitted under the rust. Not sure. Any advice for a process I can try? Thanks so much! Richard.
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    Electrolux Cloth Hoses.

    Need some advice. I have a cloth standard hose that I want to replace. I would like to remove the original ends from the cloth hose and re attach a new hose to the ends. Is there a technique for removing the old hose from the ends? I glue recomondation would be appreciated with where I can...
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    Electrolux Oxygen EL6988 3 Ultra Issues.

    Hi there. I have a barely used Oxygen 3 that I am having issues with the on and off buttons in the handle. I have rarely used this machine which is why I think I am having problems. I think think the buttons are sticking. The buttons are not working and the problem is intermittent where as...
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    Lux 7000 Help Please

    I have a Lux 7000. This morning when I was using it I decided to turn the knob on the top that regulates the bag alert function. The blue knob on the top. I had not moved the knob for probably a few years. After I moved the knob, the machine turns on and cuts right back off. I tried moving...
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    Regina Rug Dial floor and rug Attachment.

    I am looking for a Regina Crown Jewel Rug Pile dial attachment for my canister. I have been looking for several years and have had no luck. I know these are rare and am hoping to still find one. Thanks! Richard.
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    Electrolux PN 2 Motor Question

    I have an Electrolux pn2 that the brush roll starts out normal when I power it on on but after time slows down. Sounds like the motor is switching to a lower gear or something. The motor does not sound like it is running at full cycle. Does anyone know what could be happening? Is the motor going...
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