Getting a free Kirby tomorrow!

vacuumfreak95 · Jan 12, 2015

A friend of mine contacted me saying she cleaned out her storage unti and has a Kirby for me. I'm picking it up tomorrow morning! I have no idea what model or what shape it's in, but will post pictures when I get it home.

hydralique · Jan 13, 2015

Lucky you!

While some may prefer one model over another there are no bad Kirbys! There are damned few that can't be restored to good working order and a good working Kirby is a great vacuum . . . make sure you post some pix for us

vacuumfreak95 · Jan 13, 2015

Well....

It's an Ultimate G in the worst shape I've ever seen.....This is going to be a LONG restoration! I'll be posting pictures along the way!

vacuumfreak95 · Jan 13, 2015

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stricklybojack · Jan 13, 2015

No problem..

That sh*%# will buff right out.
Seriously, way to go.. this will clean up nice.[this post was last edited: 1/13/2015-22:45]

eurekastar · Jan 13, 2015

Yes! Just the kind of stuff I love to work on! With a little TLC, the Kirby will come right back to life!

danielsand · Jan 13, 2015

That's nice. Free Kirby is always good. Couple of new wheels, through cleaning, polishing should go easy (no big dents/scratches),.....I think you scored.

bnsd60m9200 · Jan 13, 2015

looks like it was in a flood. dont be suprised if you have to replace the field coil and armature

kirbyclassiciii · Jan 13, 2015

The Diamond Edition was even better since it had two more speeds that worked in conjunction with those on the speed switch. It took the form of a green LED illuminated switch mounted by the handle fork. However, that seemed a bane to some users due to its confusion with the BPI (brush roll performance indicator) light on the rug nozzle.

The lower speed, known as the Delicate mode, was only intended to be used on lighter carpets and throw rugs, just like opening the air adjusting plate on the 516 to Tradition models. It is not recommended to use this speed with the hose attached since it could overheat the motor.

~Ben

vacuumfreak95 · Jan 13, 2015

First update:

Finished the rug nozzle. It isn't perfect, but it's the best I can do!

hydralique · Jan 14, 2015

That nozzle looks so much better!

ronni · Jan 14, 2015

Nice job of restoring the hood! I agree that you will be able to bring the cleaner back to its original condition.

Would you post a close-up of the nameplate? I'm wondering what its model and ratings are.

As you probably know already--Kirby began naming its cleaners along with its custom of assigning model designations to them in 1969 with the debut of the Kirby Classic III/Model 1-CR. I wonder, then, if the G6s--which were made from 1999 - 2002 (excluding the LE 2000 and LE 2001) were tweaked and given different model designations like the Aerus/Electrolux ones--or if both the name and model designation were changed when updates occurred.

gottahaveahoove · Jan 14, 2015

You're doing a great job, so far!

That cleaner saw a good time, indeed. Isn't it a shame that it was treated (mistreated) in such a way?
But, I'm sure you'll get it up and going. And, I'm not a big "Kirbylover".....by any means, but I appreciate what you're doing there, bigtime!
John

kirbyloverdan · Jan 14, 2015

Great job

I am a "Kirbylover" and a "HOOVERLOVER" can't wait to see the outcome wish I had the time to do that Id save a ton of money rather than buying brand new .

Dan

bikerray · Jan 14, 2015

I've seen a lot worst, most of that will clean up without and problem. It's good it's an Ultimate G instead of the Diamond, you don't have to worry about the circuit board.

I don't know who thought up 4 speeds, I see a LOT of burned out circuit boards. The switch next to the handle goes to a circuit board under the motor and from there to one of the carbon brushes of the motor. Funny thing after the Diamond Edition you don't see that switch on the Sentria, Humm, wonder why?

You're doing a good job of cleaning it up. If the bag is dirty you can throw the bag with the emptor in the washer to get it clean. Just don't throw it in the dryer afterward though.

vacuumfreak95 · Jan 14, 2015

Update:

LOTS of progress was made last night and today! Everything is cleaned, polished, and back together except the bag....It's getting washed as we speak. Like I said before, it's not perfect but WAY better!!!