Clean Obsessed "Electrolux"

[dysonman1]

I have been having great good luck selling the Clean Obsessed tank type vacuum. This particular version is black and silver. With a power nozzle that features a serpentine belt for silent operation. The HEPA bags are awesome and I love the extremely high quality attachments.

Does anyone else sell or own one? I know it's available as the Perfect but the Clean Obsessed is so sharp looking and has all the 'extras'.

 

[dysonman1]

It sure offers a LOT of value for the money. With 105 inches of water lift.

 

[fan-of-fans]

Very nice! Like the telescoping wand to use with attachments. Is there an extra shorter crevice tool included? Looks like one is on the machine in the first picture. I like how they still use the Electrolux combo dusting/upholstery tool too.

I would like an LED strip headlight for the power nozzle though.

 

[human]

I do like that color scheme. Reminds me of the commemorative edition Electroluxes.

 

[vacuumdevil]

It's a pretty solid built machine.
Doesn't really hold up to a lot of the other machines in its price point. Particularly maneuverability it lacks a swivel neck and modern casters.

 

[bagintheback]

I'm usually too cheap to buy things brand new, but if I had to pay retail for a new canister I'd probably go with this. I loved loved my Electrolux Silverado but old age finally got to it and parts kept breaking. Miele parts are way too expensive for someone that has to change bags often. This looks like a great way to get a new Electrolux without an insane Aerus price tag.

 

[n0oxy]

clean obsessed vacuum

I think this is similar to the Perfect C103 that I have and if so, yes, it's a great machine. I can't really see colors so that doesn't matter in my case. Even though it's a plastic canister, it uses the same hose as the metal Electrolux cleaners such as the 1205 and Super J. The hose does have one design flaw unless they have fixed it, the suction relief switch is very loose and will not stay closed, it slides open reducing your suction at the hose end, I put some tape on mine since I never use it.
I think the price of this machine is very close to the Aerus classic.
The electrical connector is standard on the hose so if you really want a power head with a headlight, you could use a power head such as the Wessel-Werk EBK360 which has an LED headlight.
Mike

 

[jo]

I’d just get a used Aerus Lux classic that’s in good shape. And if these are priced similar to a new Aerus Lux Classic, is rather have the original than a Knock off which will likely break sooner and who knows if parts will be available. With Aerus, at least they are fixable for many years. And the serpentine belts while quiet and more durable than flat belts, still stretch out over time causing stalling of the brush on the carpet. Not so on the Aerus.

Jon

 

[human]

n0oxy wrote:
The hose does have one design flaw unless they have fixed it, the suction relief switch is very loose and will not stay closed, it slides open reducing your suction at the hose end, I put some tape on mine since I never use it.

I reply:
I have two generic hoses, one of which was with my Diamond J when I got it and one was with my Diplomat LX. The slide on the one I got with the Diamond J stays closed reasonably well on its own but the other one needs a little help. I just use one of those short, fat rubber bands they put around bunches of broccoli at the grocery store. They fit snugly against the suction relief, stay put nicely and are easily replaceable when they break or deteriorate.

 

[lesinutah]

Knockoff

This isn't really a knock off. There is a few companies who have machines like this.
I so Luke the styling and improvements made.

 

[lesinutah]

Knockoff

This isn't really a knock off. There is a few companies who have machines like this.
I so Luke the styling and improvements made.

 

[dysonman1]

Mike

I had that machine on display at the Vacuum Collectors Convention in September. The retail price is several hundred dollars less than the Aerus Classic, and the Clean Obsessed has more attachments than the Aerus. The Clean Obsessed also has more suction and uses HEPA bags that the Aerus doesn't come with.

 

[ralph123]

I don't understand Aerus's thinking on this. They have a good product, but they stubbornly refuse to innovate even on something as simple as the bag.

 

[oreck_xl]

Perfect C101

I miss the Perfect C101 all-metal version. It's basically the same as the C103 just hammertone steel. I know they cost a bit more, but they were definitely more solid. Did they not sell well? I actually traded a Silverado to get one.

 

[n0oxy]

Perfect C101

I have the C101, it's a great vacuum. Looks very much like an Electrolux 1205 or Super J, it's metal and has a two stage motor that is quite powerful. I also have the C103 which is the plastic version, that's very similar to the Clean Obsessed version, same motor I think, I would say it's more powerful than the Aerus classic, though the classic is also a great machine.
Mike

 

[ilovehoovers]

Wall mount...

It says there's a wall mount, but what is it for? The tube? The machine (like on the old UK Luxes)?

 

[dysonman1]

The wall mount is for the tubes.

 

[djub85]

I kinda feel like it would be better or equivalent to look for a lightly used Aerus Lux Classic or Legacy. If you find one new enough, it'll still have some warranty left.

 

[kirbylux77]

I had a look at the Perfect C103 white version of this vacuum a few months ago, as one was in at a local vac shop for repairs as I was picking up some parts. Yes, it is a nice vacuum, BUT it also has some drawbacks.

The plastic ring on the exhaust filter that mounts it to the canister, and where the air enters the filter, is at the top end of the filter - so the exhaust air wouldn't distribute evenly across the filter area surface and the filter wouldn't get dirty evenly, meaning that filtration would be compromised as the filter wears and gets dirty. Compared to the original Electrolux after filter that has the plastic ring in the middle, and the exhaust air spreads evenly across the surface area of the filter, so it gets dirty evenly and avoids the problem the Perfect exhaust filter has. You could put a Electrolux filter on the Perfect, but the filter lid won't fit on though. So you would have to find some way to keep it from flying off.

In addition, there is no friction ring on the exhaust opening to keep the filter in place. The plastic ring on the exhaust filter just fits loosely. If the filter lid wasn't in place, the exhaust filter would blow right off, meaning the exhaust filter isn't sealed to the canister at all! Also, because of this, and that they are using the metal body hose connector on their hoses, there is no way you can use the vacuum hose on the exhaust port and use it as a blower. That's a MAJOR disadvantage compared to a Aerus Classic canister!

The generic electric hoses that Perfect uses are nice, but are known to have issues with the screw holes and sliding suction control valve on the hose handle failing over time. And who knows for how long the genuine Electrolux metal body electric hoses will continue to be available, plus if you do substitute the genuine hose for the generic hose on the Perfect you lose the ability to turn the powerhead on and off. At least with the Aerus Classic powerhead, you have the switch on the powerhead, so you can use any hose you desire and not lose that feature. Also note that the Perfect powerhead has had issues with quality control in the past and the plastic screw mounts that hold the motor in place failing.

The only advantage the Perfect and Clean Obsessed canisters have is that the Ametek 119995 single stage motors they use is easily buy online or in a local vac shop, whereas with the Johnson motor in the Aerus Classic you are most likely stuck dealing with your local Aerus dealer for replacements.

However, in my humble opinion, I think a consumer would be far better off just buying a used Electrolux Epic 6500 SR, LE, 2100, Ambassador or Diplomat, and refurbishing it with a new Electro Motor double stage motor that pulls 117" waterlift. You're getting true Electrolux quality designed to last that way, and for a fraction of the price of buying new. Even if I had to buy new, I would rather pay a bit more and get the Aerus Classic.

 

[panasonicvac]

I agree with Rob, a refurbished Electrolux would be my recommendation as well. That's what I did when I bought my Diplomat, I had someone service it for me at the time. WAY cheaper and better than buying a new Aerus canister or even a Clean Obsessed/Perfect. Personally, I wouldn't buy a new Aerus canister or a Clean Obsessed today. The design(s) are unfortunately outdated for me, I agree with Alex. Instead, I'd rather buy a SEBO K3 Premium or a Lindhaus Aria Elite (no longer imported in the states but parts are still available to get). They both offer the same L shaped nozzles like a Lux, the SEBO has the same automatic cord rewind mechanism as the Lux, the Lindhaus has a blower port like a Lux, etc. But both are basically improvements of a Lux in the modern market today.

 

[thevacomaticiec]

Hi all , i recently renewed my Electrolux LE and the exhaust filter fits loose in the housing with out the cover i think it would come off the blower port how can i fix it on my rebuilt Electrolux LE ?(ambasador 3 le mix of parts to make 1 )

 

[dysonman1]

Since I started this thread several years ago now, I have sold more than 100 Clean Obsessed "Electrolux" models. For me, the profit is decent for a decent vacuum. Many customers buy them because of sentiment from their childhood. Some buy them because of the design. Some buy them because I tell them to (you'd never believe how many people just want the opinion of an expert to make a decision).

I had to replace one hose handle because the customer dropped it onto tile.

One needed a new cord winder because her dog ate through the cord (thank God it wasn't plugged in at the time).

I did discover that the blue cloth bags from evacuum work better because they are not as long. The longer Clean Obsessed bags work best with models that have bag cages (G, L, F, E, 60). They are too long for the plastic bag chamber models.

I just not a fan of Sebo. No eye appeal. And no one's grandmother in America had one.

 

[panasonicvac]

No one's grandmother in America had a SEBO

Definitely doubt that, in fact my great aunt had one who was like a grandmother to me. Then I later gave one to her son who's a grandparent, says it's the best vacuum he's ever had even better than his old Electrolux Olympia or Filter Queen. And I hope to buy a SEBO for my grandfather if his insurance company lets me for his newly renovated cabin. Don't get me wrong, I think Electrolux and it's copies are good machines. But I stand behind my last post about them being outdated for me compare to the SEBO K3. Wire reinforced hoses, bigger and more heavier, less maneuverability, no HEPA filtration, screw driver is required to take the brushroll out, I mean I can continue to go on here. Just because my grandmother had an Electrolux doesn't mean I'd ever buy one, same goes for the other machines that I grew up with. We live in a new generation where there are newer machines like SEBO that help make life easier cleaning as well as improving their machines to be even better than before. That's the kind of vacuum I want even if more than one dealer confirms I should get one because I was taught to always get a second opinion.

 

[ilovehoovers]

Sebo is in the 2020s what Electrolux was in the 1980s in my opinion. Durable, powerful cleaners with features that don't impair its longevity.

 

[dysonman1]

Thank goodness I don't live in an area populated with all these strange machines like Miele and Sebo. I sure don't want to fix them. Sold a pack of Miele bags for the first time in five years. I told her to buy the other pack since she was the only person who has a Miele in our area. Well, other than me. And I hate mine. Both of them. Gemini and Aquarium. You have drag them across wall to wall carpet. Hard to remove hose from wand. Doesn't clean any better than any other vac with a Wessel power nozzle. I'll me very happy to be rid of my two Miele's one day.

I've had two Sebo uprights and two canisters. The canisters were hard to pull since the hose wasn't connected to the middle of the machine. Hose was too stiff, hindered use. One was the little canister and one was the big one. The uprights I found to be horrible. Good for hospitals or hotels. Not enough power and definitely not good cleaning for the carpet. I just didn't like either upright, especially the X4.

Sebo wants dealers who believe in the product. I don't. I'm now old enough I just have to sell what makes me happy, because then my customers will be happy. If I wouldn't own a vacuum, why sell it to anyone? The only people who have to "live" with a sale of one of my cleaners is Me and the Customer.

 

[panasonicvac]

We all have different opinions and experiences. Mine are opposite from yours. Any canister you'd have to drag from wall to wall carpeting. In fact, I quit using my Electrolux and Rainbow as my daily drivers as they were awkward to pull and maneuverer around on my carpets. Even though you love those two and makes you happy, not every customer would agree which is why dealer should expand different choices. The Mieles I've used at a dealer I worked for before wasn't hard to remove the hose out from the wand. Though I think we can both agree that Electrolux is the best when it comes to removing the hose out from the wand. But I disagree that any other vacuum with a WW nozzle cleans better, Miele has one of the most powerful motors I've used before on a portable vacuum plus the Domel Vortex motors are serviceable. Maybe not like number one but you'd have to get a powerful central vac to beat them which in my opinion isn't really a fair comparison. Again, I still stand behind my opinion about the SEBO K3 being better than an Electrolux. Yes it's weird of not having the hose to the center of the canister but it could definitely take getting used to. I really like how much lighter and compact it is compare to an Electrolux plus all the wheels are on it's independent axis. Alot better than my Rainbow if you ask me. Hose is also lighter and crush proof, may be stiff but it's quality in my opinion. If the hose not being in the center was an issue, SEBO responded with the E3 Premium which in my humble opinion is the best canister if not the best portable vacuum on the market today. And finally the uprights, I think they're amazing for what they are. The Felix and X Series I think are one of if not the best overall uprights on the market today. Sure they aren't the best for deep down embedded dirt on thicker pile carpeting but I think consumers shouldn't ever own those carpets in the first place. More expensive, lots of maintenance, and they don't last as long as shorter pile carpeting. Not to mention we live in a world today where alot of homes are switching from carpets to barefloors with oriental rugs which any SEBO should have no problem handling. Ever since I gave my cousin the SEBO I mentioned earlier, I ended up clogging the machine because of vacuuming alot of dirt that their other vacuums left behind. You may not believe in SEBO but I certainly do after experiencing with them. SEBO is all about functionality, they may not look eye appeal to you but their whole mission is designing the perfect commercial vacuum. It didn't occur to them until later that they would also be a fine choice for a household machine as well. I'm certain by now SEBO has more dealers and has sold more vacuums than Aerus or even Rainbow in the last recent years. If the numbers show how many vacuums SEBO has sold compare to Aerus and Rainbow, then that'd show me they're basically better vacuums. But to each their own.

 

[dysonman1]

Alex:
Truth be told, we don't sell many canisters today. Even though people are ripping up their carpet for hard floors, which a canister cleans best. Uprights are king today - but I do convince a number of upright customers to buy canisters. Really the only thing I care about is if the customer will like the item I sold them, and if I can fix it in the future. So I sell vacuums I would use. Vacuums I have at home. I can live with them, as can my customers. Even after my imminent retirement from the business, people will still stop me in the grocery store and ask me to fix their sweeper. That's how little towns work.

 

[panasonicvac]

That is true, uprights are still outselling canisters today. Like pretty much everywhere in department stores, there's a large selection of uprights and probably only one canister. Who knows, that may change in the future cause for example my local vacuum stores has some uprights on display that have been sitting for years. I'll admit, I'm more of an upright person myself. So did Phoenix02's wife before they bought a SEBO E3 recently, he made a comment saying it's the best one they've used out of many other good vacuums they've owned in the past. Definitely repairable and parts are available to get. That's one of the reasons why I hope to get a SEBO canister for the cabin cause it surely would be the last vacuum for the place. If it breaks, I can repair it even though I no longer work at a vacuum store and the nearest SEBO dealer would be like 50 miles away cause the cabin is located in a small town. But it'd also be a huge upgrade over the Kenmore canister, like pretty much everything would be better.

 

[luxlife]

It’s been my experience that uprights always look better in the store and on tv commercials than in person. All of these gimmicks like “swivel steering”, on-board tools and a fluffy roller ahead of the brush roll didn’t appear impractical until the vacuum came home with me and I tried to make it fit into my household. That’s why I finally settled on a lightweight upright and a power nozzle canister because I have carpeted stairs.