This is the repair part rather than the complete assembly: 12 feet of gray Kirby attachment hose for G Series and Sentria machines, supplied without end fittings. Vacuum shops and hands-on owners buy it this way when the hose body has split but the cuffs and brackets are still sound, which is the common failure pattern. The extra length is also the reason many owners choose the 12 ft hose over the standard 7 ft version in the first place, since it covers a full staircase or a car interior without moving the machine.
Built for
- Rehosing a machine with good end fittings. When the cuffs are undamaged, replacing only the hose body is the economical repair.
- Tall stairwells and split-level homes. Twelve feet reaches a full flight from a single landing position.
- Vehicle and van interiors. Detailers working from a stationary machine need reach more than they need compactness.
- Vacuum service shops. Shops keep bare hose on hand to rebuild customer hoses using the fittings that came in with the machine.
What owners and technicians report
Repair-minded owners in vacuum forums are direct about when this part is the right choice. If the ends are cracked, discolored or already loose, buy the complete assembly, because forcing aged plastic off a hose usually breaks it. If the ends are solid and the failure is a split in the corrugation, rehosing is straightforward and cheaper. The technique they describe is consistent: warm the cuff gently to soften the plastic before working it off the old hose, clean the mating surface completely, and seat the fitting fully on the new hose before securing it, since a partly seated cuff leaks exactly like the crack you just replaced. Several also recommend testing for leaks before reassembling everything by running the machine and listening along the hose.
Specifications
- Type: Attachment hose, bare (no end fittings)
- Length: 12 feet
- Color: Gray
- Fits: Kirby G Series and Sentria
- Part reference: Kirby 224801
Frequently asked questions
Does this hose come with the end fittings?
No. It is supplied as bare hose. You reuse the cuffs and brackets from your existing hose, which is why it suits repairs where the ends are still in good condition.
How do I get the old ends off without breaking them?
Warm the plastic gently first so it flexes rather than cracks, then work the fitting off steadily. If a cuff is already cracked or loose, replace the complete hose assembly instead.
Why choose 12 ft over the standard 7 ft hose?
Reach. Twelve feet covers a full staircase or a vehicle interior without repositioning the machine, which is why many owners upgrade when they replace a worn hose.
Which machines does it fit?
It is specified for Kirby G Series and Sentria machines in gray. Confirm your model before ordering, since fittings and colors vary by generation.
How do I check the repair for leaks afterward?
Run the machine with the hose attached and nothing on the tool end, then run your hand along the hose and squeeze section by section. Any change in suction points to a leak at that spot or at a fitting that is not fully seated.
Discount Cleaning Products is an authorized dealer for the vacuum and floor care brands we sell, with US-based customer service that can help match the right part to your machine before you order. If you are unsure which generation or model you have, contact us with the badge or serial information and we will confirm the correct part for it.
