Introduction
Congratulations! You are now the proud owner of a Beam Built-in Vacuum System . . . . . the
ultimate in cleaning equipment. Say “good-bye” to old fashioned sweepers. You’ll never have to
lug a heavy, awkward vacuum again. Your Beam Built-in Vacuum will change your cleaning
routine. It is so easy and versatile to use. It’s quiet and dust-free. It will help eliminate the
drudgery of vacuuming and give you a cleaner, healthier indoor environment. Before you use
your Beam Built-in Vacuum System, read this manual carefully. Learning the proper way to use
this system will help give you years of trouble-free cleaning performance.
Operation
To operate, simply plug the hose into one of
the handy wall inlet valves. The metal ring on
the cutoff of the hose will complete a low-
voltage electrical circuit, which in turn
activates a relay and turns on the system’s
power unit. To turn off the power unit, simply
unplug the hose from the inlet.
Please Note:
When unplugging the hose, it is
recommended to hold the inlet door open for a
few seconds until the suction pressure has
sufficiently decreased.
For safety purposes, a
low-voltage circuit is utilized at the wall inlet.
The power unit functions on a standard 110/120-
volt circuit. There are optional hoses available
with an on/off switch located on the handle.
Please note: When using one of these
optional hoses, it is important to properly align
the hose with the wall inlet when plugging it in
to prevent damage to the unit.
Power Unit
Beam power units are equipped with 115/120-
volt by-pass motors. Beam power units also
employ a manual reset circuit breaker. It is
normal for some dirt and lint to cling to the
fi lter. However, the fi lter should be checked
occasionally to be sure it has not been
punctured or torn. The dirt receptacle should
be emptied two or three times a year on the
average depending on the amount of use. For
best results, empty the canister when it is
about half full. Any dirt spilled can be
vacuumed up quickly by plugging the hose
into the utility inlet located on the power unit.
The on/off button
on the power unit will start and stop the power
unit. No part of the unit requires lubrication.
Electrical Fault Protection
The central vacuum system employs features
that monitor the following operating levels:
AC voltage, current draw and circuit board
temperature. If the voltage is below or above
the standard operating voltage, high current
draw or locked rotor, the power unit will not
operate. In this case the LED next to the on/off
button will blink until the problem ceases. If the
circuit board reaches an elevated temperature,
the power unit will not operate and the LED
will be off. In the event of these problems
happening, press the on/off button, unplug
hose, or wait for temperature to lower. If
problems persist; contact the authorized
service center nearest you.
In the case of power failure, the power unit will
return to its previous state when power
returns. For example, if a hose is plugged in
with the hose switch on, or a straight air hose
is plugged into a wall valve, then the power
unit will turn back on. If the power unit was
turned on at the unit prior to power loss then
the unit will not turn back on.
Hose Use And Care
For optimum benefi t, the hose should be used
and stored at temperatures above 40˚F (5˚C).
Always hang up the hose when not in use
using the hose hanger supplied. If hose
should become clogged, insert the wand end
into the utility inlet on the power unit. Turn on
the power unit with the manual switch and
seal the extra
air-space by holding the hose fi rmly. The
obstruction should be quickly vacuumed out.
If, however, the hose remains clogged, insert
an electrician’s fi sh tape (wire) or garden hose
through the hose to remove the obstruction,
being careful not to puncture the hose.
Disconnect hose handle from wands before
storing. DO NOT store hose in direct sunlight.
