Electrolux Super J: Tightening a Loose Bag Door?

[superjfan]

Dear Forum Members:

I was given an Electrolux Super J that seems to work well, except for the bag door being loose. I can use the vacuum after the bag door is closed, but if the hose tugs at the door, the machine turns off, and the check bag indicator illuminates.

I checked the latch, and it does not appear to be broken. However, the door seems loose and has a visible gap around the sides, even with a new bag inserted. Is there a way to tighten the door or the latching mechanism easily?

Thank you for your help!

SJ

 

[superjfan]

Tightened Latch, Now Vacuum Will Not Turn On

Dear Forum Members:

I figured out how to tighten the latching mechanism on the Super J's body. Sadly, after tightening the latch, the vacuum will not turn on. Instead, the check bag illuminates.

I opened the door while the vacuum's on switch was engaged, and I noticed that the vacuum would start if I fiddled with the little plastic piece that presses on the cardboard section of the vacuum bag. The plastic piece feels like it is spring loaded, but its movement is very rough and seems to "stick" in certain places when it is pressed or released.

What do you all suggest I do?

Thank you again for your help!

Sincerely,

SJ

 

[vacuumlad1650]

I have a replacement door I can sell you
Send me an email
Andy
[email protected]

 

[superjfan]

More Information

Dear Forum Members:

I removed the bag door cover and cleaned the plastic bag detector peg, and sadly, I still cannot turn on the vacuum. I took the cover off again and removed the plastic peg, and I can run the vacuum without the peg in place. I realized the peg must be applying too much pressure to another component, so I removed the plastic piece that has wires running into a bowed piece of metal.

It looks as if the bowed piece of metal is too long and is causing the contact to be lost between the tip on the bowed arm and the metal contact point on the edge of the plastic piece. Also, the wires coming out of the wire with black insulation look as if they have melted the plastic. Perhaps the position of the bowed metal piece has shifted forward, causing the contact between the two metal pieces to be lost when the slightest bit of pressure is applied by the plastic bag detector peg.

I have taken a few pictures that may be more useful than my description. You can view the pictures by visiting the link below.

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/4qbpbqcn8fjgbml/AAB3U58hdu_YmqHvC-8KBzVga?dl=0

Is it dangerous to use this vacuum without the plastic bag detector peg? Should I be concerned about the uninsulated wire that seems to be embedded in the plastic? Should I have the grey plastic piece with the bowed metal arm replaced? Is the part still available?

Thank you for your advice!

Sincerely,

SJ

 

[human]

I had a similar thing with my Super J when I first got it; in fact, it was melted worse than yours. I ended up replacing that plastic assembly and have had no further problems with it. The part wasn't terribly expensive, as I recall. What I can't seem to recall is what it was called.

 

[kirbylux77]

Edgar & SJ

SJ, the part you need is the Bag Door Lockout Switch. And yes, you should replace it! That looks a little dangerous there in your photo. I would strongly suggest you buy 2 of them, so you have a spare on hand....this part is NLA thru Aerus Electrolux, & the only way you can get this part now is ordering it for the Perfect C101 Metal Canister Vacuum, which is identical to the metal Electrolux canisters such as the Super J.

Rob

http://evacuumstore.com/p-12196-electrolux-metal-canister-bag-lockout-switch.aspx

 

[human]

Bag Door Lockout Switch...

Thanks Rob. That's the name I couldn't remember! I turned 53 a few minutes ago and already my mind is going

Good to know parts like that are still available even if Aerus doesn't carry them anymore. I guess Perfect isn't just keeping the tradition of the classic Electrolux metal canisters alive, they're also actually helping keep some of the original machines themselves alive as well!

 

[superjfan]

Thank You!

Dear Rob, Edgar, and Andy:

Thank you all for taking the time to respond to my posts!

Rob, thank you for telling me which part I need. I am planning to order a replacement switch just to be on the safe side. Do I use a pair of needle nose pliers to disconnect and reconnect the wires, or do I need to break out the wire cutters and soldering iron?

The plastic on the elbow adapter and two-in-one carpet and rug tool is brittle and cracking. I see that EVacuumStore sells the carpet and rug tool with the elbow adapter, but the carpet and rug tool looks slightly different than the one that came with the Super J. Is this replacement part a good one to get or should I look for something else at another store?

I am having a hard time removing the plastic elbow adapter from the lower wand. I am pressing down on the little leaver while tugging away at the adapter, but the connection does not seem to give. Is the adapter always this difficult to remove from the wand?

Many thanks for all of your help.

Sincerely,

SJ

 

[ronni]

SJ,

1) The "elbow adapter" of your combination rug/floor tool is called the "swivel connector". If you want to maintain originality as much as possible along with being green, just look for a replacement of that--not the entire tool. To separate the two, just depress the metal tabs. I also wanted to mention that the brush strips are replaceable on it and the dusting brush. You could check with an Aerus store or general vacuum cleaner store to see if they have any in their trade-in pile; otherwise eBay has them from time to time.

2) The "plastic elbow adapter from the lower wand" is called the wand lock. I suggest spraying some WD-40 in it and allowing it to soak in which may loosen it if it's rusty; also try twisting and pulling as you push down on the tab instead of just pulling it out. Wand locks can break, too, so if that's the case you would may have to replace the whole elbow of the power nozzle. I have replaced the wand lock by cutting its metal collar off with a hack saw, but it's very time-consuming and difficult. I don't know if Perfect or aftermarket companies even carry replacement wand locks. If you have the power nozzle, you'll want to look on the bottom for its model, because many are different from one another. If it has an aluminum cover look on the bottom right after "Rug Saver Power Nozzle". If it has a plastic cover, it would clearly say "Model PN-1".

3) Sorry, I'm not sure about the wiring other than to say if the wires have plastic clips on the ends they can be separated.

4) Visit aerushome.com for contact information if you'd like a copy of the instruction manual.