I happened across an old DIY book with a copyright of 1961 (although at least some of the photos are likely from an earlier edition) that provides some good vacuum cleaner basics and features photos of a pre-1945 Electrolux Model 30, a 1940s-1950s Hoover upright, a Lewyt, & what I'm guessing to be a Eureka because of the tools.
Among other knowledge presented is the distinction made between a tank cleaner and a canister cleaner; the latter's motor is positioned upright. At least I've never read that on Vacuumland before (or anywhere else, for that matter).
This obviously was not written by anyone from Electrolux. Tank/cylinder and canister fans, if you're thin-skinned you may not want to read paragraph 2 of column 2 on page 57!
Other appliances are also included in the book such as toasters, electric irons, washing machines, clothes dryers, and dishwashers along with other subjects for DIYers. It's a fun read.
Among other knowledge presented is the distinction made between a tank cleaner and a canister cleaner; the latter's motor is positioned upright. At least I've never read that on Vacuumland before (or anywhere else, for that matter).
This obviously was not written by anyone from Electrolux. Tank/cylinder and canister fans, if you're thin-skinned you may not want to read paragraph 2 of column 2 on page 57!
Other appliances are also included in the book such as toasters, electric irons, washing machines, clothes dryers, and dishwashers along with other subjects for DIYers. It's a fun read.
