i bought one of these in "used" condition back in 2006, it already was a few years old back then.. maybe 4-5 i am not sure.
as of now in 2017 it is still kicking hard with no issues. Suction is great, it is very very silent (mind you back then it was the most silent one i've ever seen, some vacuums are silent now due to new tech motors etc)
it's just about the right size, very powerful, auto cord works like a treat, all parts are still intact after 13+ years of use, just the right weight, easy to pick up and store, easy to change bags, only...Read more

The model number also 1700W + Paketto, whatever this means, well got the 1700 and surprised it's not more. I briefly inherited it after fixing it (bad wiring connection in the lead) But since it was given to my daughter by her mother in law...I gave it back! I absolutely loved it; quiet, retractable lead. One simple but smart attachment brush that becomes a wider tool just flicking open its side flaps. I have to mention though I do the carpet with a Dyson, a lot more efficient for carpet but quite noisy.
Well I have been reunited with it recen...Read more

Our ultrasilencer ZUS4065OR became ultra noisy with what sounded like (and turned out to be) a failed motor bearing. Took it back to Godfreys who sent it back to electrolux for a warranty repair. They declined saying, quote: "This contamination is an indication that the unit has either been used with an incorrectly fitted pre motor filter or without a pre motor filter. Also, this contamination have caused the motor bearings to become noisy."

We never touched the motor filter in its entire 1.8 years. Maybe we should have? But the manual...Read more

This is a really good vacuum cleaner but it is not the easiest to use. I have a large area of half and half tiles and carpet with mats and steps.
The first thing I noticed was the hose is just too short. It is about 18" shorter than my last cleaner's hose. To do high or long reach spots without having the machine right on your heels makes it constantly annoying. The thickness of the hose is also a problem as it is bigger and therefore quite stiff when manoeuvring around items. It is more inclined to knock things over and does not bend as ea...Read more

Had this vacuum for 8 years now and very pleased with it, changed the HEPA filter for the first time last year as it was very dark and does not look cleaner when washed.
Recommend you do not vacuum with the duster unit attached as mine cracked inside the vacuum wand with little force, had to replace it as Electrolux wanted me to send it to a repair centre for assessment when under w/tee.
Never bothered as it was too much fuss just purchased a new one.
Would always buy Electrolux for Vacuums as our family has done for some 50 years.
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I bought an Electrolux because my mother had one for years, the good old hardy metal components lasted a life time. Unfortunately with my Ultra Silencer the floor head cracked and broke away from the neck, so I had to buy a new one for $125, as its not covered under warranty. The handle at the top also snapped and cost $40 to replace. I have just had the second floor nozzle crack and break off the floor head. So frustrating, nothing is made to last these days, we spend all our life working to pay for appliances that we're told are doing well i...Read more

To be fair it does the job, and well, too. It's just that is is really annoying to use. We had an Electrolux ultra silencer vacuum cleaner for about 10 years. It was great, no problems at all, so when it was on its last legs, back to Godfreys and a new one - except that this was a lower grade model, without the automatically retractable cord, and with a cheap hose. The new model's hose telescopes in on you at inconvenient times and without warning. We replaced it with the hose from the old one, and off we went. But the cord is REALLY annoying. ...Read more

I have owned this vacuum cleaner for about a year now. It is very quiet, has plenty of suction, a solid quality build, a very nice ergonomic design functionality, and the overall look is also aesthetically pleasing for a vacuum cleaner. The three reasons I chose this particular vacuum cleaner was the fact it looks great, is very quiet, and has a 12 metre cord. A lot of thought has gone into the design of this model and many little features can be appreciated, ergonomics in particular, the comfortable handle, contoured release buttons, the handy...Read more

This is the worst vac I have ever had the misfortune of purchasing. I had it 2 months the handle completely split, took it back, the Electrolux dealer was rude, couldn't replace it, sent it away waited 3 months couldn't use the vac, finally they gave me another piece from a different model that was also bad and made the machine harder to use. The floor attachment also snapped within the first 3 months they wouldn't replace it saying it wasn't under warranty, cost me 125.00 to replace that. That also packed it in within a month, I had another co...Read more