Vacuum Cleaner No.5

Primarily built for telephone exchanges where absolute quietness of operation was essential. It was also recommended for uses similar to the No.4. This model was standard with the Bell Telephone System.

Design Specifications:

WEIGHT - 115lb
LENGTH - 31"

Construction Features:

Suction was produced by 4 revolving fans on the same shaft with the motor armature.The drum and separator were very large

An outlet connection below the motor allowed the vaccum to be used as a blower.

The aluminum end plate was hinged at the center, the upper half being easily dropped for the removal of the dust screen.

Production Dates:

Early 1900s to 1930s?

Historic Photos:

Not Available

Construction Material:

Aluminum

Parts & Service

Not Available

Data Source:

B.F.Sturtevant Catalog 195(1917)