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Kirby Vacuum Model History

admin — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 13:10:40 +0000

Ezee Vacuum Cleaner (1914-1919)
Vacuette Wireless (1919-1930)
The Vacuette Electric (1925-1928)
Scott and Fetzer Sanitation System (1928-1934)
Kirby Model 1C (1935-1937) Gray and Black
Kirby Model 505 (1945-1947) Gray, Black and Red
Kirby Model 508 (1948-1949)Gray, Black and Red
Kirby Model 509 (1949-1950) Gray, Black and Red
Kirby Model 510 (1950-1951) Gray and Red
Kirby Model 516 (1956-1957) Gray and Red
Kirby Dual - Sanitronic 50 (1965-1967) Sirrocco (Tan)
Kirby Dual - Sanitronic 80 (1967-1970) Avacado (Green)

The first model with a substantial redesign was the Kirby Classic.

Kirby Classic (1970-1973) Chocolate Brown w/ Gold Bag
Kirby Classic Omega (1973-1976) Rosewood Brown w/ Tan bag
Kirby Classic III (1976-1979) Red w/ Plaid bag
Kirby Tradition (1979-1981) Royal and Navy Blue

The Kirby Tradition was first Kirby model to feature disposable paper bags, notably later than other vacuum manufacturers.

Kirby Heritage (1981-1984) Medium Gray and Scarlet Red, the last Kirby to be fitted with the Sani-Emtor and now optional shake-out bag; introduces the Turbo Brush, Turbo Sander, and Turbo Groom
Kirby Heritage II (1984-1987) Black and Red w/ Gray and Red Kirby bag; introduces the Zippbrush, smaller rug nozzle and the new "Mini-Emtor"
Kirby Heritage II Legend (1987-1989) As Heritage II but with a design on the handle and with "Legend" on the belt lifter
Kirby Legend II (1989-1990) Maroon and Black w/ Maroon and Gray Kirby bag, handle design as Heritage II Legend but with new color scheme & with "Legend II" on the handle and the "Kirby" logo on the belt lifter

Another substantial redesign from the ground up, introduces the patented TechDrive Power Assist self-propelled feature which eliminates 90% of the effort required to move the Kirby back and forth.

Kirby Generation 3 (1990-1993) Alabaster White and Gray w/ Gray stripes on bag and handle
Kirby G4 (1993-1997) Stone Gray and Periwinkle Blue w/ G4 pattern on bag; introduces the patented Micron Magic filtration system
Kirby G5 (1997-1999) Burgundy and Gray w/ G5 pattern on bag
Kirby GSix, G2000, and G2001 (1999-2002) Black Onyx, Yellow and Gray w/ G Six pattern on bag; introduces the patented and redesigned Micron Magic HEPA filtration system
Kirby Ultimate G (2002-2003) Twilight Gray and Yellow w/ Ultimate G pattern on bag
Kirby Diamond Edition (2003-2006) Twilight Gray and Yellow w/ Diamond Pattern on bag and handle
Kirby Sentria (2006-Present Day) Gray and Red w/ Sentria pattern on bag; different handle shape and belt lifter modification

Kirby Vacuum Warranties

admin — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 13:10:07 +0000

The Kirby warranty varies depending on the model sold, but always has the lifetime factory rebuild plan. The warranty on the current model, the Sentria, is a three-year factory warranty excluding wear and tear. After the initial warranty expires, the rebuild plan is activated that is good for the lifetime of the original purchaser, in which the owner can have the Sentria completely restored to its original condition for a price determined by the United States Consumer Price Index (currently $175), plus shipping cost. In addition, if during this time the Kirby is damaged in a fire, the Kirby company will replace the vacuum with the current model for the same fee. In both of these instances, a new 1-year warranty comes into effect.

Kirby Vacuum History

admin — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 13:09:44 +0000

The first Kirby vacuums were designed by Jim Kirby for George Scott and Carl Fetzer after World War I, although the Kirby name was not used on a Vacuum Cleaner until the 1930s.^[3]

In 1970, input from Kirby Distributors, Dealers, management and customers guided Kirby engineers in developing the Kirby Classic. The model was an instant success, with soaring sales, forcing the company to expand its manufacturing facilities outside of Cleveland for the first time. In 1972, Kirby West began operations in Andrews, Texas. The facility doubled the company’s manufacturing capabilities.^{[citation needed]}

About Kirby Vacuums

admin — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 13:09:22 +0000

The Kirby Company is a manufacturer of vacuum cleaners and home cleaning accessories, based in Cleveland, Ohio. It is a subsidiary of the Scott Fetzer Company and part of Berkshire Hathaway. Dealers are located in several countries throughout the world. Since the 1920s, Kirby's products have been sold only door-to-door using in-home demonstrations.^[1] Kirby vacuum cleaners have a retro look reminiscent of a 1920s model. The company's cleaners were often described as effective in cleaning but heavy and hard to use until the development of a self propelled function introduced in the G Series making cleaning much easier.^[2]