Electrolux Model G

[kirbyduh]

Model F

So the power nozzle was not introduced until the second version of the model F with the doughnut style cord winder? My earlier version with the swing open type cord winder does have a power nozzle port but that must have been added aftermarket...  

 

[dysonman1]

That's correct. The PN-1 Power Nozzle wasn't launched until April, 1959. Electrolux had tooled up the factory to build their own cord winders as well as the Power Nozzle. Many salesmen would carry the top trim piece with the receptacle for the Power Nozzle cord - with them. It was a simple, easy job (a few minutes) and they could then sell a Power Nozzle to a customer with an Automatic E or F. What a great source of additional commission. When delivering bags, show the Power Nozzle and it's a sure sale.

I have two nice model R's, one of them in the original box. The first one (lower serial number) has the matching Automatic F attachments. The hose tracer is different slightly from the Automatic F and it's somewhat shorter (maybe by six inches). It was sold in 1960. I have a 1961 Model R, and while it has the identical hose as my other model R, it does have model G attachments. They look odd. But I can understand why the factory would use them - the R was the economy model and the model L was well underway for it's 1962 launch - the L would use the same tools as the G.

 

[kirbyduh]

Thank you Tom!

Thanks for clearing that up. By the way- awesome job at the vacuum museum. I visited last summer. Sadly, you weren't there that day but your collection is simply breathtaking.

 

[dysonman1]

While the museum is open six days per week, I only work five of them. If you'll send me a private email I can always let you know my schedule. I really enjoy meeting with fellow collectors. The general public just listens to me talk - fellow collectors are actually interested in the machines themselves.

 

[kirbyduh]

Coincidence

Coincidentally, I bought my first model G today. It is blue and I just stumbled across it at the vacuum shop today. It sounds perfect. It's my new favorite lux!

 

[paul]

Tom,

<span style="font-family: helvetica;">Re: Reply #30...Please post pics of your Model Rs or send me a link.  I am also interested in pics of the original-colored attachments if you have them.  I would like to obtain the latter for my Model R someday.</span>


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<span style="font-family: helvetica;">Paul </span>

 

[dysonman1]

@kirbyduh

Very nice EARLY model G. Did you get any attachments with it?

 

[kirbyduh]

attachments

I only got the hose and the power nozzle cord that was wrapped around it. I have a blue pn2 that I will probably use with it. I used my newer vinyl replacement hose and AF floor brush with it to vacuum the hardwood earlier and the swoosh at the nozzle was so much louder than the machine! I didn't realize how much more powerful it would be than my F.

 

[kirbyvertibles]

Tom what power nozzle did the first R come with? Was it the last of the grey af nozzles or did they start out with the white? Also I have a very light grey almost dirty white pn1 with a bright white bumper and a light grey one peice sheath but it's one made after 1962 as it has the reset and etc. What was it used for, I thought maybe just a replacment?

ps as ive told you before, I love that af pn1!!!!!!!!! A dream machine indeed

 

[kloveland]

While we are on the subject of the model g

Is it normal for a model G's motor field coil to be black? I've had two where the internals of the motor are black. Mine also has a lot of carbon dust the windings are black as well. The vacuum seems to run fine with a little bit of arching no fluctuating motor speeds or anything like that.

 

[lillylux]

I simply adore the G. When I was a child my mother "borrowed" one on loan from the Electrolux salesman for the weekend---and I tried to "hide it" behind the living room chair so they couldn't take it back! One of my machines now is a harvest gold G from 1966. It is so quiet and powerful. I accidently caught the end of a pair of pantyhose while changing tools and it pulled the pantyhose all the way into the bag! G's are very, very strong in suction! The original PN is not available but I am using a PN-7 and it works famously. I use the same PN and bojac electric hose for my AF and RC models as well. The cord retracts perfectly and it has original plug. I think that the G was the pinnacle of US made Electrolux vacuums.....they are amazing!

 

[floor-a-matic]

Aqua & bronze/tan electrified hoses

I need one for my bronze/tan G, if anyone has one; & a tan Electrolux crevice tool.

My PN1 wand doesn't have any cracks so far; but I use a PN6 w/headlight & genuine coiled vinyl Electrolux electrified hose for daily use. Surprisingly, the genuine coiled vinyl Electrolux electrified hose didn't come with the "anti-swivel" locking ring; are they supposed to come with the hose or are those locking rings (goes onto machine end coupling) sold seperately?

Why did only very few electrified hoses come with the Electrolux vacuums before the 1205 was introduced?

 

[dysonman1]

The locking ring was supposed to come with your genuine Aerus pigtail electric hose. The electric hose for the model G (both color variations) was launched right as Electrolux was bringing out the model 1205, and was sold until the initial supply from Canada was exhausted. They were not UL approved, and no other shipment came to the USA. Canada made our telescopic wands for the 1205 as well as the electric pistol grip hose handle.

 

[floor-a-matic]

Why didn't the hose come with a "anti-swivel" lock that gos onto the machine end coupling? Where can I find or get one? Aerus dont seem to know about that part

 

[electrolux137]

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Here are photos of my Model R. I agree with Tom that the first Rs had F-color trim and attachments and when the G first came out the colors were switched to those of the G with the exception of the hose. Both versions of the R had the same hose which was different from both the F and G.



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[Carey]

Bronze Model G

I recently purchased a beautiful bronze Electrolux model G with all original assessories, and I love her! She's so quiet, and doesn't tip over like my FA or L models when I pull the cord out. I do have one problem that's giving me some thought. The cord is badly damaged. It's safe enough for now, but the outer covering is chewed through to the inside wires in two different places. I have used electrical tape for a temporary fix, but would like to replace the cord. Does anyone know where I can find directions for accomplishing this? Thanks for accepting me into the group!

 

[rugsucker]

Model G

So that's where it went!I saw this and agree it is beautiful and complete as the Power Nozzle was still an option.And rare as it was made for a shorter time than the earlier Gs.The one problem I noticed in the EBay pictures was that the previous owner pulled the cord upward instead of outward that rubbed the bumper and probably caused the damage you describe.
As to repair it might be best to find another G with good winder and cord and change.The 1205 and later models have winders that are much easier to replace cord on.To remove G winder side bumpers must be pulled rearward and outward.Much easier if rubber is warm.
Electrolux called the G "The worlds finest vacuum cleaner".Even today it is hard to disagree with that statement or find others that qualify.

 

[Carey]

Model G

Wow! Yes, that's where it went! Lol...and thanks, you really enlightened me! I never put the bumper damage and cord damage together! I'll be sure not to do that in the future, too! I have a PN that works with it, but it's not vintage. It came with my Aerus Lux Classic. I also bought a new electric hose and pigtail to connect the PN to the hose end that and it also works great on my FA model and two L models. I don't use the PN much...don't have much carpeting.
I was thinking... I could cut the plug off, and slide heat shrink tubing onto the damaged areas of the cord, and then get a new replacement plug? I hate to replace the winder, it's action is so strong... Maybe?

 

[rugsucker]

cord repair

How bad is it?Can it be taped?Pictures?I would avoid cutting an original molded plug.In some cases a replacement plug can pop off when cord winds leaving all cord in winder.Also some people can not understand the end of a cordwinder cord IS the end and will give an extra pull or 2 or 3 leaving a weak spot at the far winder end of cord.Pull cord out(stopping at the end!)and look in hole with light.If worn but not broken you can wrap cord one extra time(after removing cordwinder--CAUTION--winder springs can CUT you if you do not have proper knowledge,skill & caution.)and continue using.

 

[Carey]

cord repair

The 2 areas of damage on the cord are about 3 inches from each other and about 12 ft from the plug, not even close to the end of the cord. It's like she only pulled the cord out halfway each time she used it. It was taped with electrical tape when I got it, but it was all sticky, so I cleaned it all up, and put new electrical tape on it. You have a good point about the possibility of a replacement plug popping off...again, I never thought of that. This G winder is very fast, and strong. Both of my other vacuums have replacement plugs, but they have much slower winders. I also got in touch with a "Perfect" vacuum dealer, who says he can supply an Electrolux replacement cord with molded plug, and directions on how to remove and replace it, but I don't want it to get sprung, and certainly don't want to injure myself! So this may be out of my skill set! The electrical tape can do the job for now, but I think perhaps I'll get a professional to clean and service her motor, brushes, bearings, etc, and do the cord, too. She's worth it, and I'll have some peace of mind. Thank you for so much sound advice. I appreciate it!