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Filter maintenance
Beam’s exclusive fi lter is permanent and self-
cleaning. However, if cleaning is desired, just
follow the steps listed on the next page:
NOTE: Disconnect power cord from electrical outlet
before cleaning the fi lter
.
1. Remove the dirt receptacle.
2. Wrap a large plastic bag around the lower
portion of the power unit and hold fi rmly in
place.
3. Grasp the sewn-in weight at the bottom of the
fi lter through the plastic bag. Shake vigorously.
Dirt will fall into the bag.
4. Carefully remove the bag from the unit. Then
empty the dirt receptacle into the bag.
5. Replace the dirt receptacle on the power unit.
Cleaning Instruction Caution:
Do not brush fi lter.
Hint: Spilled dirt can easily be vacuumed by attaching
the hose to the utility inlet on the power unit and
activating the manual switch.
TROUBLE-SHOOTING
If you experience trouble with your central
vacuum system, follow the suggestions below
before calling for service.
Partial/total loss of suction power
• Be sure lid is on properly.
• Empty dirt receptacle.
• Clean cartridge fi lter.
• Be sure each inlet valve is properly closed.
• Check for hose obstruction.
Plug hose into any inlet valve. Then, as you check
each of the other inlet valves, raise the inlet cover
and hold your hand over the opening to check for
suction. If there is normal suction at each inlet,
then insert the hose into one of the other inlets. If
there is no suction through the hose at the second
inlet, the blockage is in the hose. To clear the
hose obstruction, insert a blunt instrument into the
hose (garden hose, wood dowel). If there is one
inlet valve without normal suction and you have
checked for hose blockage, then the blockage is
in the pipe system between the blocked inlet valve
and the power unit (see instructions below).
Clear blockage in pipes
Insert the hose into the inlet valve where there
is no suction; hold your hand over the hose end.
Release hand quickly. Repeat several times. If
blockage does not clear, contact your nearest
dealer/distributor.
Power unit will not start
• Push the safety overload protection reset button.
NOTE: The safety device breaks the circuit if the
motor is overloaded.
• Check for blown fuse in main house electric supply
box.
• Unplug the power unit from the electric supply
and check all wall inlet and motor wiring
connections for loose wires.
NOTE: The motor compartment is removable for
servicing; refer to the assembly instruction sheet for
procedure.
Power unit will not stop
• Check inside each inlet valve for obstruction of
low-voltage contacts. If no visual obstruction can
be detected, disconnect the cleaner from the
power receptacle and contact your nearest
service
station/dealer.
