Originally Posted by gigi4419
A friend mentioned she purchased a 1940s machine . When she plugged it in to check working order she got a shock. Has anyone experienced this with a machine? I purchased a old machine last week but am concerned about using it. No one in our area checks out machines. Is there an online source anyone can recommend?
Thank you!
If it has been stored for any length of time, I would get a new cord just for GPs. I learned about deterioration of the cords from my job at Kirby. The older cords are made with rubber coating. Rubber breaks down if it is dried out, or old. You can not always see the damage with the naked eye, and never use a cloth covered cord! New wiring harnesses are available. Worth every dime. Please be safe. With a machine that old, I would just assume it might need repairs, and plan for it, AFTER you get new wiring.