The BEST CANISTER On The Market??? Servicing A SEBO E3 Premium.
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- čas přidán 9. 07. 2024
- Today we service a SEBO E3 Premium canister. It is the best canister vacuum currently on the market in my opinion and one of my top 3 favorite vacuums of all time. Yes, you read that right... top 3 of all time!
Have experience with the SEBO E3? Have questions? Sound off in the comments!
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Table of Contents:
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0:00 - Intro
1:30 - Hose Design, Reassembly, Unclog
11:00 - Power Nozzle Service
37:45 - Canister Overview
42:21 - Canister Disassmbly
49:00 - Canister Motor
55:40 - Shameless SEBO Praise
58:00 - Cleaning & Reassembly
1:19:43 - Detailing
1:23:45 - Testing
1:24:54 - Final Thoughts
Great job servicing that e3! I love SEBO products too. I have the X4 in black and always enjoy using it. They require very little maintenance and built to last!
Thanks, Jeremy! The X4 is a fantastic upright. I have no doubt it will continue to serve you well in the future. As the old adage goes, "Buy it nice, or buy it twice"!
Took your advise and got a Sebo. Man that machine is a work horse. Went over the floor with my Shark. Then went over it with the Sebo and could not believe all the junk in the bag that the Shark did not vacuum up. Plus the carpet looks cleaner and feels softer. Hubby said his allergies feel much better since we made the purchase. It did a great job on carpeted stairs too.
Great choice! Enjoy the Sebo... it will serve you well for years to come.
As I service technician myself, I strongly agree with this review. The E3 has to be one of my favorite machines we carry in our stores. As far as warranty claims are concerned, Sebo warranties are very rare. I've done 1 in the last several years. The same can't be said with so many other "big brands".
Thanks for the comment and watching. I think most vac technicians will pretty much echo what both of us think about the E3/the Sebo brand!
I just picked up my E3 today. What a pleasure it is to use. This video sold me on it!
Awesome, glad to hear it! It will serve you well for many, many years.
Great video! I love how in depth you go with everything. Honestly I prefer your videos with no music at all. Can't wait to see more!
Awesome! Thank you!
Awesome in-depth video! Was waiting for something like this as there isn't plenty of E3 videos yet. I acquired one 3 weeks ago and I am in love with it, always looking for excuses to vacuum, hehehe . I was very interested to see what was inside. I sometime wondered if I shouldn't have bought a Miele C3 but videos like this make me proud of owning a Sebo. This company isn't focused on showing off but rather providing exceptional quality for those who can appreciate it. Only downside is bag capacity is lower and filtration isn't quite as good (still far enough) but the price of the machine is also lower. I love Sebo and german top notch quality!
Thanks for the kind words and congrats on owning an E3! It's a fantastic machine. You are right... they put the money into the build and not the flash. Should last you many more years to come!
This vid was exactly what I needed to help me get my E2 apart and back together without breaking it.
Awesome! Glad it was helpful.
Matt, the audio and video are excellent as always. John in Ohio
Awesome, thank you!
I have had this vacuum for just over a year now and love it very much. I wish the brush roll were a little more aggressive and ran at a higher speed, but it does seem to work very well.
Thanks for the comment. It should continue to serve you well for many years!
Super nice vid.
I just bought an E3 _today,_ so my, what a surprise to see the whole thing from the inside out!
Awesome! Enjoy it... you bought a great vacuum!
Wasn’t looking to buy a new vacuum but after watching your video - I purchased a new Sebo E3
That's great, congratulations! Such a great machine.
Looks so much more sturdy and well-made than the Miele C1 you took apart. So glad I made the investment!
Yeah, if you compare the Classic C1 to the E3 there is no comparison. I wish every company build vacs like the E-series. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Wait, are you telling me the $1000+ vacuum is made better than the $300?!?!?
I have this same model. It is a phenomenal machine. Thanks for a great video!
Thanks for watching!
I have an Oreck XL21 and "Iron Man" canister. They work surprisingly well except for sometimes clogging and having basically 0 filtration due to bypass and in the Iron Man iffy bags. I also got a Sebo D4 to remedy that, but I haven't given up the Orecks because they're so light. The Sebo is find to roll around when I need to do a major cleaning, but if I need to grab and go, or loan something out, it's the Orecks lol.
Glad you are enjoying your D4, it's a great machine! And if allergies aren't an issue, there's nothing wrong with the Orecks as backups. Thanks for watching and commenting!
Thanks for the video
Thanks for watching!
Going to order my E3 tomorrow in graphite! Unfortunately they didn't have my color in the store ...
If I had any doubts before, none are left now. I was basically sold on it in the store vs the Miele canister when the salesnan explained that to get at the Miele brushhead to clean, you need to bring out the tools. No way with my 3 hairy dogs! Thanks for the video Matt. Much appreciated.
I'm glad the video was helpful! I have no doubt your E3 will serve you very well... they are great machines!
Thaniks to this review took an E3 home today. Used my Baird airflow gauge to compare to my 4 other vacs. From best to worst: Miele Blue Moon (8), Miele UniQ/Sebo E3 (7), Sebo Felix (6.5), Miele Capricorn (6). Blue Moon isn't stock - is retrofitted with one of Miele's first Vortex motor. Sound wise it seems as quiet as the Miele UniQ, and quieter than the other Mieles and Felix. On ultra plush carpet, the E3 is far easier to push brush roller over carpet than the Felix. Also, surprise, the E3 has 3 feet more cord than the Miele Uni-Q !
You got one, awesome! They are great machines. I've said it before and I'll say it again... I've used a lot of canisters but there is just something intangible and special about the E3. Sounds weird, I know. But the longer you use it I think you'll feel the same way. Congrats!
I just bought a Sebo Essential G4 about a week ago. Beat vac I have ever owned.
I work in the trades and I'm very mechanically inclined. That said, there is no way I could have serviced this vac. Mine will be going back to the dealer for its tune-ups.
Sound quality is great btw
Hey Bryan, thanks for the comment on the sound quality... I always worry about that! The G4 is a great upright and a lot of vacuum for the money. It should serve you well for many years to come!
Thanks for creating and posting this video. We’re transitioning from a Miele upright that has treated us well for 8 years and we 100% intended to replace it with another Miele upright until we learned that Miele has discontinued most of that line. We made the decision to go with a canister and thought we’d purchase a Miele C3. Your video helped me see the quality and durability underneath the surface of a Sebo. I watched another video of a Miele C3 disassembly and the differences I could see in construction made up my mind to go with Sebo E3. There are usability features of the C3 I like over the Sebo, like Hepa filtration, wider roller, and roller control on the handle, but the Sebo quality won me over. Thanks again.
Thanks for the comment, Ty! While I certainly don't think the C3 is a bad machine, you are absolutely right that the E3 is head and shoulders above in terms of build quality. I think you made a great choice. Glad I was able to help!
Bought my Sebo x4 back in February of this year and have no regrets!! I love this vaccuum and i was even tired of buying cheap vaccuums
Great to hear!
You have a great channel.. thanks for this awesome video. I just have a question.. What do you think of the Sebo Felix? I'm trying to decide between it and this (E3) model. Other than the fact that one is an upright and one is a canister, power and airflow wise, what would be a better option in your opinion? Thanks!
Thanks for the question!
I like the Felix and I think it is a great option for people who have bare floor but don't like canisters. However, for those who are not opposed to canisters I still feel they will give better performance.
The Felix's form factor forces some compromises in terms of motor size, so the E3 is still a more powerful machine. Not to say it is bad, but it's "canister turn upright" form factor just necessitates a few compromises.
If you get the Felix, I doubt you will be disappointed. But if you want the ultimate in cleaning the Sebo line, I'd go for the E3.
@@HouseOfVacuums That's definitely some good insight there, thanks again!!
Great video! Odd that Sebo are quite a bit more expensive than Miele here in Oz. Insane close to getting a Sebo, have a thing for vacuums haha. Only thing stopping me is the filtration is better with Miele....but I'll still keep an open mind!
Miele or Sebo... it is the classic question! I will add, even if the Sebos are more expensive down under I think their build quality justifies it. I tend to think that Miele are a little overpriced here in the USA for what they offer.
If you want a Sebo with a HEPA, the K3 is a good option. It has the optional sealed HEPA.
Best of luck with your decision!
@@HouseOfVacuums does the sealed hepa on the K3 impact performance compared to the S grade filter?
just picked up the Miele c3 miran. HEPA filter, easy access no crossing roller and very good hard floor and powerhead tools. Really wasn't close.
Nothing wrong with the Miele. My wife prefers her C3 Brilliant to the Sebo. But Sebo's will forever be my favorite.
Enjoy your Miele!
Our Sebo E3 is about 4 years old and seems to be missing some suction. I removed the hose and found some clogage inside the hose around the cord to the powerhead. All filters and bag were replaced. All the doors and filters appear to be installed correctly. Is there anything else as an owner I should look at before bringing it in? And, What interval to you recommend for the full service job as you did here? Thanks Great vid. Appreciate the info on the quality engineering and construction.
Thanks for the question, Curtis!
If you removed the clog from the hose but it is still not picking up, double check both the wand and also the path from the powerhead neck to the brush. There may be an additional clog there.
As for servicing, there is not really a hard and fast rule and it is highly dependent on the vacuum and the household. With Sebos, my general rule is that when you notice that it isn't cleaning like it used to or perhaps you have a musty smell that isn't cured by a new bag and filter.
So in your case, I would say check the additional air pathways and if those are clear... it may be time for a service. Hope that helps!
Besides the Sebo E3, what other vacuums are in your top 3? Perfect content as I'm looking for my first canister.
Hey Danny, thanks for watching! The vacuums I tend to gravitate to are the Sebo E3, the Miele Compact C2 (unfortunately discontinued but similar to the Compact C1), and the Sebo D4 for very large houses with open floor plans.
At the end of the day, I'm just an E3 fanboy. My wife's favorite vacuum is her Miele Complete C3 Brilliant, so different strokes. If you can find a local dealer(s) I would try both brands and see what you prefer. However, if reliability is your top priority, I'd go Sebo (really, any model). Hope that helps!
What do you think about the Sebo X7 pet compared to the Sebo E3? I am looking for something that works great on all floor types, easy to use on stairs and has a easy accessible wand for dusting.
Thanks for watching and the question!
I think for both the requirements you outlined (easy to use wand and bare floor compatibility) the Sebo E3 would be the better choice. The X7 is great on carpet and can do limited bare floors, but it does not have the ability to turn the brushroll off. This can result in debris being blown around on a bare floor due to the turbulence created by the spinning brushroll. The E3 can turn its brushroll off for quick pickups, but also comes with a dedicated bare floor brush that is much better on smooth surfaces.
Also, both the E3 and the X7 have wands onboard. However, the E3 has a telescoping wand that will allow you to reach up to 4' from your hand, whereas the X7 is not telescoping and will only reach about 2' from your hand.
So, unless you are completely opposed to the canister form factor, I would go E3. Let me know if you have any other questions or would like a quote. Thanks!
One surprise: when changing E3's bag for first time, discovered small pile of dust __under__ the bag.....it had leaked! The older Miele canister fiber bags also leaked until Miele sorted out their construction (have been through at least 3 revisions so far - latest ones work well). Side note: Sebo US tells me the E3 will alert you to overheating by shutting down _and_ changing its power button light from blue to red.
Sebo poly bags are not the thickest out there. In dusty environments you can see a little bit of bypass on the bottom of the bag if filled full. I would give it a quick wipe with a microfiber and you should be back in business.
Thnx for info. Am curious if the vac's ET-1 power nozzle would work better on ultra plush rugs with their "soft bristle" roller brush?
Will this work well on floors that are predominantly large bumpy "outdoorsy" tile? It's almost got an Italian Tuscan rustic like feel. Very divoted, grout is much lower than tile.
Thanks for the question! Yea, it will work well on those kinds of floors with Sebo's parquet twister floor tool. it has very long brushes to reach into those uneven surfaces. It is a $30 accessory to add to the machine, but worth every penny for your flooring. Let me know if you have any other questions!
@House Of Vacuums Thanks for the response! I ordered the vacuum. Never before have I been excited for a vacuum cleaner, but I am!
Advice? I have 1 room 400SQFT soft nylon which was pricey. It needs a good vac for best care. Previously we had 98% hardwood which was fine with the V8 for years. But I can't use that on this carpet. Testing SEBO revealed how much dirt the Dyson was leaving behind in area rugs. And frankly, I'm over the gross bagless experience. Features I need are height adjustment & variable flow. Before trying either model, I thought Felix was THE one. Great multi-tasker, maneuverable, etc. But IRL it was slightly too heavy on the handle (shoulder issues). And, due to the design of the swivel neck, if not clicked in just right, it wants to tip over when you pull the hose to vac a windowsill or such. I never expected to like a canister. But the E3 is surpringly, almost as maneuverable. It does everything the Felix can do & then some & is a bit lighter on my shoulder & arm. The cost is higher, esp since I only "need" it for 1 large room. But we'll never outgrow it. And, it does a fine job on hardwood, dusting baseboards, stairs, etc. so it honestly can easily replace the Dyson completely. I just heard of the K3 & am wondering if I should consider it. I've seen prices are quite a lot lower than E3. But that design is 20 years old, right? Less power? I'd love your suggestion.
Hi There! I just replied to your email, so check your inbox for answers to your questions. Thanks!
How do I open the regular E1 Kombi head ? I bought one used and need to clean it but it doesn’t have the release like the electric head on the E3
Hi there! The kombi head should have two screws on the metal plate that will allow the whole thing to come apart. Thanks!
One quickie: do the EH powerheads warn you if the brush roller is set too _low_? I've seen they'll indicate roller being set too high/spinning on bare floors (haven't worn one out yet....). Am surprised Sebo still has no headlight on it, though.
Good question! Yes, it will start to show red if the brushroll is set too high or too low. An occasional blink of the red light is normal while vacuuming, but a consistent illumination of the red light means you need to adjust the height either up or down.
Thanks! FYI discovered EH-1's an absolute bear to push on ultra plush carpet when brush roller is "off" - looks like Kombi or other non powered carpet brush would be better for simple carpet dust pickups! With roller "on" EH's proved easy to manuever on plush carpet.
Great video worts and all.lol.
Thanks! Worts keep things interesting...
"worts"?
Does the reliability apply to the D4 as well?
Yes, the D4 is also built to a very high standard. I think the defining difference between the two is that the D4 excels in large homes with an open floorplan. The E3 does better in medium sized homes that many have some tighter areas or smaller room. But in terms of build quality, both excellent. Thanks for watching!
How do you compare the E3 with the K3. I’m debating an Onyx version of either. Thanks.
At some point I'll try to do a video on the difference, but suffice to say I think the E3 is well worth the extra money. It is significantly more powerful at the nozzle, has the velocity stacking hose, larger bag, full size tools, bag on top, and an automatic retracting cord reel.
The K3 is a good machine, I just think for $200 difference it is worth putting the money into the E3, and that is from someone who owns both.
Thanks for the comment!
@@HouseOfVacuums thanks I'm in between the Sebo E3 and Riccar R40P any opinions on Riccar build quality?
The E3 and the R40P are very different vacuums that excel at different things. The vacuum that will be best for you will depend on your home and flooring.
As a canister, the E3 will be best for bare floor or mixed flooring (ie: even combination of bare floor and/or carpet/rugs). If allergies are a concern, it is also a sealed filtration system, which the R40P is not. Finally, it is hard to be the 10 year warranty that you get on a Sebo if you buy from an authorized dealer and register it using the dealer code.
The Riccar is a more complex machine using the push/pull Tandem Air design. More complexity means more things to go wrong. That being said, the 8 year warranty provides some peace of mine. Where the R40P really excels is carpeting. If yo have a lot of carpeting, high traffic areas, and/or pet hair it is absolutely unbeatable. Nothing cleans carpeting better than the R40P... full stop. I would consider the bare floor performance as acceptable, but not great like the E3. While this is a HEPA machine, the motor compartment is not fully sealed, so there will be some dust bypass. It will filter better than a bagless machine by far, but it will not out-filter the Sebo.
I hope that helps. If you would like a quote or have other questions, feel free to shoot me an email via our website. Thanks!
What do you think about rainbow or aerus? I currently have a dyson and riccar
Hi George!
I personally think they are a little expensive for what you are getting. Water filtration might have been good back in the day, but the fact that the Rainbow is using a HEPA filter now means it will filter the same amount as any other HEPA or S-Class machine (which is BETTER filtration than the old "water filtration only" models). So there really isn't a huge advantage to the water system now... it is more of a liability.
Aerus makes good machines, but I think they are outdated. Their basic design dates all the way back to the HiTech 2100 in 1994. Even the Guardian Platinum can be traced back to the Renaissance in 1994. Given the advances in vacuum design, I feel like money is better spent on something from Miele or Sebo.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@HouseOfVacuums thank you for the reply, great info... I suppose once my riccar gives out I’ll look into replacing with a sebo. I was quoted a ridiculous price on the aerus few months ago, glad I didn’t go for it, was skeptical. I had that grey tank Renaissance, it was old
I have a suction problem with my canister vacuum cleaner(only made in my country). Engine seems to work fine and i removed the hepa filter to see if suction is caused by hepa filter being to old but still the suction is pretty bad even with the filter removed. How can i troubleshoot what's the problem?Thank you!
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Is it a bagless vacuum? If it is, check both the HEPA and the pre-motor filter. Then, double check the hose starting at the floor and working your way back to the motor to make sure it is not clogged. Finally, if your unit uses a rubber belt make sure that it is not broken or slipping. I hope that helps!
@@HouseOfVacuums It has a bag.
Do you have a video where you show how you're inspecting the rubber belt?
Unfortunately, every vacuum is designed differently so belt inspection would be difficult to walk you through. With the machine unplugged, turn the brushroll by hand. If you feel resistance, your belt is still on. If there is no resistance, the belt is broken. I hope that helps!
Just a little clarification... Dielectric grease does the opposite of allow current to run through it. If it did that it would short everything out. What it does do is help to prevent air and water from causing corrosion on the contacts.
Yes, you are right. I do use it for corrosion on the brass and I misspoke. Lots of comments on this down below...
@@HouseOfVacuums sorry for jumping on you for something that has already been called out... I hate when people do that also. Thanks for making the video to begin with I enjoyed watching it despite that one little thing.
What do you think of the SEBO x4? The one I ordered.
It's a fantastic upright... one of the best. If you have a lot of carpet it is a workhorse! Enjoy that vac and thanks for watching.
Are there any major difference between this and the k3? I know the k series is older, tried and true, but it’s also several hundred bucks cheaper. I was all set to get a Miele c2 electro+ but it looks like I can get a k2 for the same price and if it’s more Durable and cheaper to maintain......
Great question! The K3 is a very capable machine, but like you said it is a little bit older design. The biggest difference between it and the E3 is power to the floor. While the K3 is no slouch, the E3 measures more airflow and suction at the end of the hose because it has a straight air pathway to the motor.
There are other small differences like the E3 has a full size upholstery tool, the velocity stacking hose, one touch cord rewind, a slightly larger bag, etc.
So if you have a lot of pet hair or other debris, the E3 might be preferable. Also, if you like the generational upgrade to some of the convenience features. If those aren't a concern, the K3 is a very good deal.
Feel free to message me if you are interested, I can provide you a quote on each... I'm pretty sure I can beat most deals out there.
@@HouseOfVacuums could you get me a quote on both the e3 and k3.
@@WJsoccer10 shoot me an email at hov@thehouseofvacs.com and I'll get you those numbers. Cheers!
Do you think the D4 canister is worth the extra money? I was thinking maybe since my dog sheds alot
There are two really good cases for getting the D4 over the E3... the first is if you have a large house with a lot of open space. That 50 foot cleaning radius of the D4 really makes a difference. The second is for homes with heavily shedding pets like yours. The E3's bag is about one cubic gallon while the D4 is one and a half. You will save money on bags in the long run with the D4. Hope that helps!
@@HouseOfVacuums ok thank you
If as you say, the motor housing is sealed to suck the air so it flows all around the motor, what would be the point of the air holes on the air belt as pretty well all the air goes out through the S class filter? And, why would you bother taking the motor apart and not checking the brushes/commutator segments? And I was not keen on the way you pulled the motor out and strained the connections to the brush housings.
Thanks for the comment!
So the design of the E3 pushes exhaust air through the S-Class filter after the motor. Once the air has exited the filter, it is baffled through the Airbelt. The Airbelt is not a filter, but rather a means of diffusing the air prior to exiting the machine. It is a way to avoid one strong exhaust port like you notice on other vacuums that can sometime blow debris around.
As for the commutator, I did look at it while the motor was out. As I mentioned in the video, I sold the vacuum and it was one year old. With the commutator looking clean, there was no reason to pull the brushes. In those instances, pulling well-seated carbon brushes can actually cause more harm than good if they make slightly different contact upon reinsertion. You should only pull them on an old machine, one with a discolored commutator, a burning smell or excessive carbon dust. This machine didn't meet those criteria.
And for the strained connections... look a little closer. The incoming wiring terminates into a spade connector that is fastened securely into the ceramic field housing. There was never any stress on those leads because of the way the motor is manufactured.
Cheers!
@@HouseOfVacuums Good answers, well done!
In your opinion is the Sebo E3 better than the Miele C3 Brilliant?
Hey Anthony!
They are both great vacs. I tend to find that Miele vacuums have a few more usability features and are a little more refined. On the flip side of that coin, Sebo vacs are just simply built like tanks. So it depends on your priorities... do you want something that is a little more delicate that has some creature comforts or do you want something that can really handle hard use?
There's no right answer to that question, it just depends on your preference. On my second floor I have an E3 that I typically use and I love. On my main floor I have a Miele Brilliant that is my wife's baby and she would only part with for a new top-end Miele model. They have both been solid machines, so I have no complaints other than cleaning the brushroll on the Miele is a bit more of a pain.
Hope that helps!
@@HouseOfVacuums - Thank you for your honest input on the Sebo and Miele. I got two dogs, so cleaning the brush roll got to be easy. I also like Sebo is built like a tank. Someone else mentions Miele uses a lot of plastic on the C3. For the price Miele charges for the C3 Brillant, I expect it to be built like a tank. Is the Sebo E3 new? I hate it when I buy something and a new model comes out.
Happy to help!
As for the E3 being replaced, that won't be any time soon. Sebo put a ton of money into the the development of the E-Series, even consulting with a German industrial design firm. It is their newest canister model, and Sebo is known to hanging on to designs for quite a while. For example, the K-Series debuted in 2002 and continues to be made essentially unchanged.
If you purchase an E-Series you should feel pretty confident that it will be current for years to come based on their track record.
@@SmokinBuddha I prefer the Miele. Filtration is much better.
Who makes the 120v motors?
Is this the same motor in the K series canister?
Thanks for the comment!
I found no indication that the motor was made by anyone but Sebo. There were no markings otherwise, which is common with 3rd party motors.
The motor in the E-Series is different from the K-Series. They have separate part numbers, are visually different and perform differently. The E-Series has both higher airflow and waterlift than the K... Probably due to it being a newer design overall.
@@HouseOfVacuums sebo canada shows them having the same CFM and water lift
Yes, and the USA site actually shows the K series having more water lift. However, this has to do with how it is tested. Manufacturers rate CFM and water lift at the motor inlet, so it doesn't take into account things like the pressure relief valve, design of the air pathway, tapered hoses, etc.
I took the measurements from the end of the hose, and I got 60 inches of water lift on a K3 and 80 on the E3, probably owing to the preload of the pressure relief valves. Airflow at the hose/nozzle is also less on the K than the E series, but I don't have real world CFM numbers because my calculations on the inlet size are off, so I'll have to do that again.
In either case, it is best to test these numbers as either at the floor or at the hose numbers because of those variables.
@@HouseOfVacuums wow! Thanks for an incredible answer, gonna grab an E1 kombi now that I know there's a real difference
Happy to help! I think the E1 is well worth the small additional investment over the K2. I think you will love it!
Okay wirh me last is a Henry as I think they are the best sebo are good but in my eyes above most peoples price range but Henry have the price mark right
It really depends on what you need. Henrys are very good for straight suction and turbo nozzle models. I wouldn't say they are very comparable to Sebo, at least here in the US, as there isn't a full electric power nozzle model available. I think a comparison between them and the E3 is kind of apples and oranges. Thanks for watching and commenting!
So the Sebo E3 is one of your "top 3 favorite vacuums of all time," but what are the other two?
Wow, really good question!
It changes occasionally, but my top 3 right now would be:
Sebo E3
Miele 6000/C2 series (discontinued)
Riccar 8955 (discontinued)
I do have a strange affinity for old Bosch canisters as well. Not my favorite designs, but I have started a collection of them anyway :-).
I used a top end Bosch cannister before donating it to a Cat shelter: power brush was equivalent to the top Miele power brush and Bosch hose was nicely tapered, but compared to Miele it was kinda noisy and the filter bags seemed inferior to Miele's.
I didn't see any Sebos in Canada so picked up Miele C3 Excellence instead 🤷
Can't argue with that choice! My wife uses a Brilliant and I use and E3!
I would like to have a $1000 vacuum with a 5 year warranty. If you were going to spend $100 on a vacuum, content to throw it away and buy another one every two years, which one would you buy?
For $100 I would recommend the Bissell CleanView bagged vacuum (Model 20193) every time. If you change the bag and keep the brushroll clean from hair they are inexpensive and reliable. Cheers!
A quality machine that proves again, you get what you pay for. It's a shame the owner is beating the hell out of this unit. They absolutely don't care about their purchase. It comes in 18 months later clogged, brushroll full of hair, and paint scrapes and scratches all over. I won't even mention the bent plug! NO WAY will this vacuum live to see 20 years. Some people are simply destructive. Shame on them!
It definitely comes from a demand household. Fortunately, they are regular about the servicing so that is playing in its favor. Thanks for watching and the comment!
I have a Miele
Also a great choice! They are both good machines... selection often times comes down to a matter of preference.
Thanks for the comment!
Hi.
I live in South Africa. I struggle to find parts. So annoyed
It appears that Sebo has a presence in South Africa. Their offices are in Roodepoort. Maybe give them a call?
Phone : 086 111 4250 / 011 763 5684
Hope that helps!
@@HouseOfVacuums I badly want a SEBO. I have a Miele
Oops!
Hate it when that happens. Lol.
I hear ya!
@House of Vacuums Love your watch... looks like Roger Moore's Octopussy watch. Which model is it ?
Great observation! It's a Casio AE-1200WHD-1AVCF World Time. The nickname for this watch among enthusiasts is the "Casio Royale" because it does bear a strong resemblance to some of Bond's digital watches.
@@HouseOfVacuums Thank you :)
Sebo makes a great machine but the ET-1 power head is just underpowered or something is just not right for most style carpets. I think it has to do with the commercial carpets they typically clean. Commercial carpets are very different from typical residential. It has almost no agitation. I wish I would sell my D4 or put on a SEB228 power nozzle.
That's an interesting perspective. I actually find the ET-1 to groom extremely well on anything up to looped pile plush carpeting. If folks have looped pile, I do recommend that they switch out their brushroll for Sebo's soft brush. If yours is underperforming and you have had it for a few years, I would suggested replacing the brushroll. On certain flooring ET-1 brushes can wear a little on the fast side with can effect your grooming. Thanks for the comment!
@@HouseOfVacuums it's about a year old but doesn't have a year of use as I quit using the Sebo bc it just wasn't cutting it. I took my et 1 to a shop and they said the motor was slightly sluggish and they are gonna replace it and the circuit board. I should get it back this week but I'd it's still not up to snuf then I'll be getting rid of it. My rainbow cleans better but pet hair is the Ackles heel for that.
@@tekjunkie28 Did the ET-1 repair fix your Sebo's performance on carpet?
I'm curious if you've taken a look at the Zero G Vacuum. It looks like it's probably a fine vacuum, and was probably a good deal when it was still in the $400-600 range, but now it's comparably priced to the K3 (or the E3, if you go by their "non-sale pricing"...lol). A lot of the buzz surrounding it seems artificial to me, like astro-turfed. If you look at posts about them on the vacuum subreddit, there are a lot of posts that just seem too perfectly worded and edited to be natural. Then you have frequent mentions about people being offered the "last one" they just happened to "find in their warehouse" and "do you want it?" It's such a corny old sales tactic, but no one questions it. Have you worked on one, and if so, what did you think? Looks to me like over-hyped, cheap, Chinese-made, gimmicky junk being promoted as a premium product and given a premium price tag.
They are selling for $700 now. What a joke for a vac without a cord rewind and made in china. They aren't bad machines but way overpriced. If they could have kept it at $399 it was a great value. The owner of zero g heavily markets to youtubers.
I know there are a lot of people who love the Zero G. I don't think it is a bad machine. However, I do think there are better options for the money. My biggest gripe from a usability standpoint is the lack of a cord winder which is just a non-starter for many people. If you end up with one, I have no doubt you will like it. But in the $700 range I'd probably look at a Sebo K3 or Miele C1 Classic for just a touch more money. Thanks for watching and the question!
I have an E3 premium and the hose keeps kinking and the powerhead is not really a deep cleaner and far too heavy. I consider them to be overrated - even given that this is 400EUR in Germany and may be decent value.
Interesting, thanks for your perspective.
I have used just about every vacuum out there and would put the E-series cleaning ability up against the best on the market. Are you in Europe? I know with the new EU power usage regulations most vacuums have seen a decrease in performance as they have been forced to decrease their wattage. Here in the USA we haven't seen that change, so performance has been untouched.
Heaviness is relative. There are lighter machines on the market, but certainly not made as durably. As with anything, there is a trade-off for the build quality.
Cheers!
@@HouseOfVacuums that's very true, I think EU regulations capped the power to under 900 watts but you can buy a Sebo E3 premium boost in the UK and EU which lets you turn the power upto 1300 watts for 3 minutes then it reverts back to normal. This lets sebo get around the EU power regulations.
Matt, maybe you can help me with this. Recently I got my hands on a K3 Lava with ET-1. I serviced the PN and the motor does not make strange noises and it shows next to no wear and tear at all, which I find impressive for a machine Made in 2008. however, the motor (even without the belt attached) appears to run at a lower speed than the very same Ametek-Motor in my 2017 ET-1. do you know whether this is normal and whether they changed the specs over the years? And would you recommend a belt change after some years? It is not as tight anymore, but does not appear to slip. When it comes to the canister itself, there are two issues with it: the PN runs with the canister shut off. I have checked the connections in the hose with a voltmeter, and the circuit board looks just fine. Additionally, the canister motor runs just fine, but it emits a very high pitched noise. No screeching or squealing, but just an annoying high tone that I have not experienced with the E3. When turning the motor slowly by hand, you hear a squeal. I suspect one carbon brush to be the culprit, because turning the motor without the brushes does not cause the noise. Have you ever encountered this problem? It is hard to check from videos whether the K-motor just has a high pitched noise to it. BTW, it is interesting that SEBO sources their canister motors from BSH, „Bosch Siemens Hausgeräte“, which is a large German appliance manufacturer and basically their competitor. Keep up the good work, Matt.
Hi there! For the power nozzle motor, there could definitely have been some production changes in the nozzle motors during that time. Changes in the commutator size, brushes, rotational mass etc. If the motor is turning free, I wouldn't worry about it.
As for the motor sounds, it is either bearings that are getting loud or it is possible the vacuum is clogged or needs a filter. The suction relief valve on those guys can make one heck of a racket when it is engaged, and the most common cause is a full bag, full filters, or a clog. I wouldn't think it would be brushes, because that would be more of a grinding noise and would likely be accompanied by a burning smell.
Hope that helps!
What are your top 3 favorite vacs?
The last two change on occasion, but right now they are:
1) Sebo E3
2) Miele S6000/Compact C2
3) Riccar 8955
Thanks for the question!
Its a B/S/H motor.
Ah, good to know. Definitely never had an issue with them.
10 years parts & motor, 7 labor
Yes, that is the warranty now if you purchase it from an authorized dealer. At the time the video was made, it was still the 7/7/5 warranty. Thanks for watching!
I see no obvious reason that a “vacuum service” can improve the performance of my vacuum cleaner once completed.What did I miss after viewing this video?
Great question!
On bagged machines, really just changing the bag & filter will bring back performance. Bagless machines, on the other hand, have mesh screens, cyclones and air channels that get constricted and need cleaned out for full performance.
So what is the purpose of a service? To protect your investment and make it more pleasant to use. If you've ever had a musty smelling vacuum and you can't get rid of the smell, the service will address that. It cleans out excess dust throughout the machine. This gets rid of the source of the smell and also protects the internals like circuit boards, motor bearings, motor insulation and cord reels. Dust buildup results in heat buildup which is the enemy of reliability. Also, cleaning the actual ends of a disassembled brushroll can prevent the need to replace it later on. Many components are like that.
That is purpose of a service on a machine like this. Not maintaining it would be like buying a Mercedes and never changing the oil.