Kirby Classic Omega in "compact" mode.

This is the Classic Omega set up as a portable vacuum, with the carrying handle and the hose.

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[jafielden]

I have a kirby classic CR1 - I'm trying to figure out how to attach the carrying handle. I've got the upright handle off - but can't quite figure out how to get the plastic handle bolted on. There's a metal slide (for the upright handle) that's in the way - doesn't seem to rotate. I'd love a video or closeup showing how the handle goes on.

[general0ne]

@jafielden Okay. I'll see what I can do.  Should have a video posted later tonight.

[jafielden]

@general0ne fabulous - look forward to seeing it!

[general0ne]

@jafielden Sorry it's been taking so long... been busy with work and such. Hope to be having a vid made in the next day or so.

[nate44134]

I have a Omega But I didn't get attachments

[ClassicTVMan1981X]

@lucasmollet

The early ones were, but this vacuum has a true metal fan.

[lucasmollet]

@AdamMichaelMercer The lexan fan would be gray, wouldn't it?

[general0ne]

@ClassicTVMan81 Nope. I'm pretty sure it's working properly. The sound may be a bit off because of the camera I was using,  but it works fine with both the attachments and the floor nozzle.

[ClassicTVMan81]

@general0ne

I know it's two-speed and that it would run higher with the hose, but what I meant to say is that to me it is running a bit too high. I'd suspect either a bad field or a clogged ventilating air inlet.

[general0ne]

@ClassicTVMan81 Nope. It has a two speed motor. it runs on low speed when the floor nozzle is attached, high speed when the hose is attached.