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Operating Instructions
Set-Up and Testing
The Air-Care DuctMaster combines the high powered vacuum with a hose and brush assembly to
both agitate and collect debris at the same time. Once completely set up, with the vacuum motors
running, the brush end can then be inserted into each duct and the brush motor started for thorough
cleaning.
The Air-Care DuctMaster has significantly MORE static pressure than Air-Care TurboJet Negative Air
Machines and will be able to pull heavy, moist or sandy construction debris out of dryer vents,
commercial ducts, chimneys, and restoration areas. It is NOT meant to be a wet vacuum for liquids.
To test an Air-Care DuctMaster, plug one of the power cords into a suitable 120-volt outlet. Line #1
will supply power to VAC1 and VAC2 and the Brush Motor, while Line #2 will provide power to VAC3
and VAC4. If all 4 VAC Motors are to be used at one time, Line 1 and Line 2 must be plugged into 2
independent power outlets rated at 15 Amps each or more. If you are not sure if 2 outlets are
independent, press the center “test” button; the green power light will only light up if the 2 power
cords are in independent power outlets. In some areas there may be independent lines, but the green
light may not light up – This is true in Canada.
The optional 220/240 Volt Air-Care DuctMaster also requires 2 independent electrical outlets; each
must be 7.5 to 10 amps. This version does not come with a “test” button and green power light.
WARNING: DO NOT TURN ON MORE THAN 2 VAC MOTORS BEFORE PERFORMING THE
‘TEST’, WHICH WILL INDICATE A GREEN LIGHT IF PLUGGED INTO TWO INDEPENDENT
OUTLETS. IF THE EQUIPMENT IS NOT PLUGGED INTO INDEPENDENT OUTLETS BEFORE
TURNING ON MORE THAN 2 VAC MOTORS, A POWER SURGE MAY OCCUR AND TRIP A
CIRCUIT BREAKER IN THE BUILDING.
Because of a unique full flow check valve system, any combination of motors can be used. Any one
motor can be used by itself or any 2 or 3 can be used with the same airflow and static pressure (water
lift). The Remote and the Power Brush operate from Power Cord #1, so even if you are only using
Vac Motor #3 or #4 that use Power Cord #2, both power cords must be plugged in for the brush to
operate.
One motor will provide more airflow than most single motor shop or HEPA vacuums, and two motors
will usually be more than adequate for most vacuuming needs. In those cases where extra power is
required, simply plug in the 2
nd
power cord and turn on the 3
rd
or 4
th
motor as required.
