Removing slides on an Epic or other plastic body Electrolux
The best way to remove the slide bumpers on the Electrolux plastic body machines is to first turn the machine over to where the wheels are facing upward, next, open the bag door. Take a flat blade screwdriver, and insert it in the space in front of the cordwinder cover, with the handle of the screwdriver in the upright position. Tap on the screwdriver that is closest to the blade, and when the slides start to move, you can then slide them off the body of the machine. After removing the slides you can separate the 2 halves of the machine. I usually separate the bottom half first, the bottom half has the wheels. I usually pull the cord out a little so that the bottom half can be lifted clear off of the machine to where you have access to the motor for service.
