Besides a suction tester or steel balls what are some proven ways of testing an Electrolux canister's suction capacity...and a hose's suction capacity for effectiveness? Someone recently told me that if the canister's suction is good you should be able to put your bare hand over the inlet and lift it to stand it on its end while the machine is powered. I tried that on my models R and Auto G, and it worked. However, the 1401 and 1505 failed the test?
Electrolux Canister Suction Test
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dysonman1
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Well of course the newer ones won't do that. They have the cut outs in the hose inlet for the electric connection for the electric hose. You will not have a 'seal' when putting your hand over the inlet, as you would on the R and G since they did not have power nozzle electrical connections INSIDE the hose inlet.
If you want to know, really, how much 'power' a vacuum has - use a Baird Airflow meter.
If you want to know, really, how much 'power' a vacuum has - use a Baird Airflow meter.
aeoliandave
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Or, if I may suggest, a Vac-U-Tronic Tester Model 21.
This as portable unit made for the trade for bench and offsite testing. The Vacuum Meter section is entirely separate from the Electrical circuits that connect to the vacuum power cord in many ways to measure voltage and amperage, including a set of banana plug probes.
The side of the case has a large hole with a rubber ball stopper (leading directly to the vacuum gauge) to which you are meant to press the vacuum hose nozzle. I attach a 24" long rubber hose to mine that lets be take a measure at the vacuum inlet - more accurate than a leaking hose (and tells you just how leaky the hose is).
I've tested all my vacuums as well as other collectors' and the results pretty much mirror the information printed on the back panel. Note the manufacture date of 1952. I also have one that is dated 1961, probably the final year of manufacture.
These come up frequently on eBay. I have 3, one secured in a liquor/drinks case with adapters and accessories, that travels with me whenever I hit the road.
Dave
This as portable unit made for the trade for bench and offsite testing. The Vacuum Meter section is entirely separate from the Electrical circuits that connect to the vacuum power cord in many ways to measure voltage and amperage, including a set of banana plug probes.
The side of the case has a large hole with a rubber ball stopper (leading directly to the vacuum gauge) to which you are meant to press the vacuum hose nozzle. I attach a 24" long rubber hose to mine that lets be take a measure at the vacuum inlet - more accurate than a leaking hose (and tells you just how leaky the hose is).
I've tested all my vacuums as well as other collectors' and the results pretty much mirror the information printed on the back panel. Note the manufacture date of 1952. I also have one that is dated 1961, probably the final year of manufacture.
These come up frequently on eBay. I have 3, one secured in a liquor/drinks case with adapters and accessories, that travels with me whenever I hit the road.
Dave
aeoliandave
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The back panel
aeoliandave
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And it's true vintage Canadian Electroluxs pull stronger that their American counterparts of the same era. And they are hushed quiet doing it.
An equivalent Model LX, G or Golden J pulls 60" on a good day.
Btw, I have never even seen a Baird Airflow Meter, if someone could post a picture and explanation?
Dave
An equivalent Model LX, G or Golden J pulls 60" on a good day.
Btw, I have never even seen a Baird Airflow Meter, if someone could post a picture and explanation?
Dave
Tom and Dave,
Thanks for your responses. However, I'm confused. I neglected to mention that I saw the "bare hand" test performed with success on the new Guardian Platinum.
I'll keep a look-out for a Baird or model 21 Vac-U-Tronic tester. Thanks for the tips.
I was wondering if there was just a simple, ballpark test just to gauge if everything is in fairly good shape. I have heard of such tests before from a bojack shop, but I have since forgotten what they mentioned. I am also interested in detecting any leaks in hoses--or is that just a feel or sound test?
Thanks for your responses. However, I'm confused. I neglected to mention that I saw the "bare hand" test performed with success on the new Guardian Platinum.
I'll keep a look-out for a Baird or model 21 Vac-U-Tronic tester. Thanks for the tips.
I was wondering if there was just a simple, ballpark test just to gauge if everything is in fairly good shape. I have heard of such tests before from a bojack shop, but I have since forgotten what they mentioned. I am also interested in detecting any leaks in hoses--or is that just a feel or sound test?
aeoliandave
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The Lewyt 120 Big Wheel pulls 68", as do all Big Wheels.
But the most surprising vacuum I ever tested is this early 1950s Kingston cylinder at 76". The camera angle shows about 74 but I assure you it's 76.
All my Vac-U-Tronics display the same accuracy on their meters.
Surely higher suction and airflow suck up the most dirt. Give me a straight through air-path cylinder any day.
Dave
But the most surprising vacuum I ever tested is this early 1950s Kingston cylinder at 76". The camera angle shows about 74 but I assure you it's 76.
All my Vac-U-Tronics display the same accuracy on their meters.
Surely higher suction and airflow suck up the most dirt. Give me a straight through air-path cylinder any day.
Dave
rainbowjoel
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aeoliandave
What the Rainbow D4 pulls the one on your picture. is it about 63?
What the Rainbow D4 pulls the one on your picture. is it about 63?
