I love my XL21. It was purchased new in 2008 and is still the best vacuum (other than my Lux canister) that I have ever owned.. I take it apart and clean it on a regular basis. Only replaced the belt 1 time in all these years. Although I have loads of extra bags, belts & a new brushroll. Enjoy your videos.
I enjoy your tear down videos. Almost all of my acquisitions get torn down and washed in the bath tub just as you do. It’s a lot of labor and detail work. But so worth it when the machine is all back together. It’s nice to see someone else take the time and effort it requires to return these vacs to their former condition.
You were so amazingly thorough when you cleaned that out! I couldn't believe how much dirt came out of the bag when you washed it out! Holy cow! That Persil is good stuff, too! I've come to *swear* by Persil. Truly an outstanding product. - - Anyway, I look forward to seeing when you have this assembled & back together! 👏🏻
I'll buy anything that you have refurbished with absolute confidence. I wish I only had half of the patience you have to be so meticulous. Admirable and amazing 😃
Finally, I've been wanting to see some test done to one of these vacuums, I used to have an XL Platinum (facelifted version of this) and always wanted to know the real performance numbers compared to the classic XL.
I just ordered a new XL2100RHS commercial blue model. The least expensive ORECK upright i think ($150 USD online). I'm not sure how my XL2100 series compares with the XL21 regarding cfm, motor, etc. But it supposed to arrive today and I've never been so excited about a vacuum in my life. mine doesn't have a bag doc, doesn't have headlights, doesn't have mid handle, it has single speed motor, 35' cord, I'm watching every ORECK maintenance video i can. I really appreciate your posting this vid. I bet your wife wasn't too happy about using the bathtub though. Lol. But it's nice to see how these go together and how to clean them. Thanks! *Also, i just ordered a bag doc adapter because my Commercial XL doesn't come with one.
My grandma had this machine, and it was amazing. Unfortunately one of their thick rugs got sucked into it and it pretty much demolished the brushroll, belt, and housing
Sad that this machine wasn't taken care of, especially for the price it was bought for brand new. The XL21 is a great vac and will last if you take good care of it
Man I do a very simular job except i never took a motor apart to change bearings. Thanks for the demo of that. I usually take the plastic off the bottom of the bag and flip it inside out to get the inside bottom good as it makes it easier. The outside housing and bumper cleans up good with a magic eraser bar and totally awesome cleaner or alcohol. Just be careful around the lettering as it can take some of it off if you are not careful but it takes all the scuffs and wall paint off with ease. The XL21 is my personal vac I purchased back around 2008 and it's still does a very good job due to keeping it maintained.
@@VacLab I’m in the U.K for the next few years (miss u Sweden) and there is barely any vacuum repair shops here, let alone ones that will service orecks! 😩
2007 sounds about right on the build date with a price of $499. You will have this like new in no time. This was their top of the line model with a 21 year warranty.
@@VacLabI actually bought the XL21 at an Oreck dealer in 2007 because in remember returning it within the 30 days. My mom owned a cleaning business and she used Orecks because of the light weight. I look forward to the future tests with this cleaner. This had the 2 speed motor which I think was more powerful.
I remember when the Oreck XL21 came out as early as 2004-2006, because when I was a kid I remember seeing the infomercial for this vacuum made Me want one So Bad, but I never got one! These are getting to be SO RARE these days at least from My local Goodwill perspective. th-cam.com/video/xitX2aTuu5Y/w-d-xo.html
I love my XL21. It was purchased new in 2008 and is still the best vacuum (other than my Lux canister) that I have ever owned.. I take it apart and clean it on a regular basis. Only replaced the belt 1 time in all these years. Although I have loads of extra bags, belts & a new brushroll. Enjoy your videos.
Iam thankful I have a laundry tub in my basement to clean dirty parts
I enjoy your tear down videos. Almost all of my acquisitions get torn down and washed in the bath tub just as you do. It’s a lot of labor and detail work. But so worth it when the machine is all back together. It’s nice to see someone else take the time and effort it requires to return these vacs to their former condition.
You were so amazingly thorough when you cleaned that out! I couldn't believe how much dirt came out of the bag when you washed it out! Holy cow! That Persil is good stuff, too! I've come to *swear* by Persil. Truly an outstanding product. - - Anyway, I look forward to seeing when you have this assembled & back together! 👏🏻
I'll buy anything that you have refurbished with absolute confidence. I wish I only had half of the patience you have to be so meticulous. Admirable and amazing 😃
Thanks for the vote of confidence. 😁
Oh yes something to unwind to. Ready to get home and vacuum. Then lay down and watch this!😊
#Avalir2
This video helped me take apart my Oreck XL2 which was in similar condition. Great video!
I absolutely love that vacuum. I’ve wanted one for so long. But there really over priced now. I’m gonna have to get lucky and find it at a Goodwill
Finally, I've been wanting to see some test done to one of these vacuums, I used to have an XL Platinum (facelifted version of this) and always wanted to know the real performance numbers compared to the classic XL.
I just ordered a new XL2100RHS commercial blue model. The least expensive ORECK upright i think ($150 USD online). I'm not sure how my XL2100 series compares with the XL21 regarding cfm, motor, etc. But it supposed to arrive today and I've never been so excited about a vacuum in my life.
mine doesn't have a bag doc, doesn't have headlights, doesn't have mid handle, it has single speed motor, 35' cord,
I'm watching every ORECK maintenance video i can. I really appreciate your posting this vid. I bet your wife wasn't too happy about using the bathtub though. Lol. But it's nice to see how these go together and how to clean them. Thanks!
*Also, i just ordered a bag doc adapter because my Commercial XL doesn't come with one.
There is a huge difference between the XL2XXX and XL21 series. Very different designs.
My grandma had this machine, and it was amazing. Unfortunately one of their thick rugs got sucked into it and it pretty much demolished the brushroll, belt, and housing
Sad that this machine wasn't taken care of, especially for the price it was bought for brand new. The XL21 is a great vac and will last if you take good care of it
You’re incredible! Great content and editing 💯
Thanks!
Man I do a very simular job except i never took a motor apart to change bearings. Thanks for the demo of that. I usually take the plastic off the bottom of the bag and flip it inside out to get the inside bottom good as it makes it easier. The outside housing and bumper cleans up good with a magic eraser bar and totally awesome cleaner or alcohol. Just be careful around the lettering as it can take some of it off if you are not careful but it takes all the scuffs and wall paint off with ease. The XL21 is my personal vac I purchased back around 2008 and it's still does a very good job due to keeping it maintained.
Do a whole house cleaning and tests
I love these vacuums, however I’m scared to use mine as I’ve had one catch fire in the past
Have it serviced and then you won't have to worry. 😁
@@VacLab I’m in the U.K for the next few years (miss u Sweden) and there is barely any vacuum repair shops here, let alone ones that will service orecks! 😩
I suppose a guy uses what he has to clean parts. Thanks for video.
I prefer using our unused garden size tub for cleaning parts. 😁
2007 sounds about right on the build date with a price of $499. You will have this like new in no time. This was their top of the line model with a 21 year warranty.
What's weird is the motor build date is 2007, but the fan housing has a date wheel that says 2009.
@@VacLabI actually bought the XL21 at an Oreck dealer in 2007 because in remember returning it within the 30 days. My mom owned a cleaning business and she used Orecks because of the light weight. I look forward to the future tests with this cleaner. This had the 2 speed motor which I think was more powerful.
@@timconnell9587 this two speed motor has a nominal 3.5 Amp draw on high speed. That's a factory spec.
@@VacLabwhen you test a machine you gives the facts . The employee at Oreck wanted to make a sale.
Vaclub could you do a video if using your electrolytes Olympia one vacuuming out your two BMWs
That might be awhile since I keep my cars very clean. Think something like over a year before they need vacuuming.
VacLab ok
How did you get the cord off from the housing?
What music did you use?
I remember when the Oreck XL21 came out as early as 2004-2006, because when I was a kid I remember seeing the infomercial for this vacuum made Me want one So Bad, but I never got one! These are getting to be SO RARE these days at least from My local Goodwill perspective.
th-cam.com/video/xitX2aTuu5Y/w-d-xo.html
Why do you have to have loud music fast forwarding when you are tearing it down? Can't you just upload the whole video of the repair?
@@jeffparks25 Nope! That's the trendy way most people do it. 😁
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