Electrolux Model 1521 HELP.

[lux14]

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 rectify the problem. I know you have to be very careful with the coil. The coil at times has come off the wheel that supports the coil when the cord is pulled out if that makes sense. Anyway, I have tried varied lenghts of re-applying the coil back on the wheel. The coil has an open notch that attaches to the wheel. I ususally run the coil around the wheel several times. Is there a rule of thumb for tention so the entire cord retracts?

My question is am I missing something? Should the coil be run arounf the wheel a certain amount of times so it does not come loose? Are there any other techniques I am missing in correcting this issue?

I have numerious Luxes. This is the only model I have had a problem with.

Any help would be appreciated.

 

[real1shep]

You've had numerous Lux's, but how many recoils have you rebuilt? From the G on, there is great similarity in all of them. I should make some Youtube vids on how to service them. Maybe they are already out there. The key is to have three wraps or so still on the reel at the end of the cord (when the cord is pulled all the way out). If not, the spring coil will jump ship from time to time. Then it's just a matter of cleaning and lubing the posts etc. I oil the spring too.....something lightweight like 10 wt.....or real spring oil like clockmakers use.


 


Kevin 


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[fantomfan57]

Kevin...

would be so cool of you to post the videos. It would be helpful. Thanks in advance.

 

[rugsucker]

"a certain number of times"?--

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[lux14]

Kevin thanks so much for the help! I have only had to rebuild the 1521. I should say fix but I obviously have not fixed it properly. I will try your advice! If you could make I video it would be fantastic! Especially due to the nature that you could really hurt yourself if you are not careful with the coil.

Thanks again Kevin!!!!

 

[jasper]

1521 cord rewinder

Kevin,

Thanks, also from me, for your help! I'm having the same situation with my 1521.

As an added thought, a nearby Electrolux dealer (Aerus) confirmed that I could swap that cord rewinder out with one I cannabalized from a 1205. I'd rather not do that if I can satisfactorily "restore" the rewinder that came with the 1521 (something about the challenge!).

I agree with lux14 about the risk of rewinding that spring. I picture it as being a wound up guillotine just waiting for my digits!

If you do that video I'd watch it enthusiastically! Please try to "announce" if you make a video available to YouTube.

Thanks!

Jasper

 

[real1shep]

Seems like there is a demand for a vid. I have an analog Hi8 camera and a analog/digital converter I've never used. I've gotta sort through how all that works.


 


The spring is a force for sure, but with a little patience in 'capturing' it, you shouldn't be afraid of it. I used to repair clocks once upon a time and those springs require a barrel or a band to remove...you learn to respect them...lol.


 


This can be a really tough crowd at times....I'm a little reticent to post a vid that would possibly incite even a few negative responses. I have Aspergers and negative responses/confrontation make me want to stick a fork in their necks....and obviously I can't/shouldn't do that..lol! I think on Youtube you can turn off all comments...I should do that.


 


Kevin

 

[lux14]

Kevin, thanks so much! Your knowledge is very valued on this cite! Thankful you contribute your wonderful knowledge. Do what is compfortable for you! Jasper, just to confirm you were told that a 1205 cord winder will fit in the 1521? This must be a common issue with this model as I have never had the problem with any of my others.

Thanks to you both!!!!!

 

[real1shep]

Just a guess, but it's possible there were more 1521's sold than previous models....hence seemingly more recoil failure. I actually think the 1205 recoils and onward are easier to work on than the G....the G spring set-up being more likely to 'get' ya.


 


Offhand, I don't remember anything cheesy about the Diamond J recoil for example that is better/different in the 1205......I've never tried to fit a 1205 recoil into a 1521 but they are similar.


 


Kevin

 

[lux14]

Kevin, agreed.....those G's are much harder in my opinion to fix. They are more likely to get you!