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The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet (Figure A) can be installed
by a qualified electrician.  NOTE:

NOTE:

NOTE:

NOTE:

NOTE: Temporary adapters are not permitted in Canada

Temporary adapters are not permitted in Canada

Temporary adapters are not permitted in Canada

Temporary adapters are not permitted in Canada

Temporary adapters are not permitted in Canada.  The green

colored rigid ear, lug or the like, extending from the adapter, must be connected to a permanent
ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover.  Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held
in place by a metal screw.

DANGER---

FOR PERMANENTLY CONNECTED APPLIANCE

FOR PERMANENTLY CONNECTED APPLIANCE

FOR PERMANENTLY CONNECTED APPLIANCE

FOR PERMANENTLY CONNECTED APPLIANCE

FOR PERMANENTLY CONNECTED APPLIANCE

This appliance must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment-
grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-
grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.

GROUNDING
              PIN

GROUNDED
OUTLET

Improper connection of the equipment - grounding conductor can result in a

risk of electric shock.  Check with a qualified electrician or your installer if you are in doubt as to
whether the outlet is properly grounded.  Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance  -  if it
will not fit the outlet use a temporary adaptor as shown and have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician as soon as possible.

ADAPTER

METAL
SCREW

TAB FOR
GROUNDING SCREW

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

FOR ELECTRIC HOSE OR VACUUM HOSE USED WITH EXTENSION CORD

FOR ELECTRIC HOSE OR VACUUM HOSE USED WITH EXTENSION CORD

FOR ELECTRIC HOSE OR VACUUM HOSE USED WITH EXTENSION CORD

FOR ELECTRIC HOSE OR VACUUM HOSE USED WITH EXTENSION CORD

FOR ELECTRIC HOSE OR VACUUM HOSE USED WITH EXTENSION CORD

This appliance must be connected to a polarized (2-pole receptacle), permanent wiring system.

RECEIVER BOX FOR REMOTE CONTROL

RECEIVER BOX FOR REMOTE CONTROL

RECEIVER BOX FOR REMOTE CONTROL

RECEIVER BOX FOR REMOTE CONTROL

RECEIVER BOX FOR REMOTE CONTROL

This receiver box must be directly plugged into a polarized (2-pole receptacle) permanent wiring
system.  Do not use an adapter.

DANGER ---

DANGER ---

DANGER ---

DANGER ---

DANGER ---

     Do not use the receiver box for any other purpose except for use with the intended

central vacuum system, 24 volt remote control system.  Any other use may cause malfunction or
breakdown of the receiver box.

 FIGURE A

 FIGURE B

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

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12. Dirt Canister - Over Filled - Whenever low airflow is experienced the first thing to check is the dirt canister

for over filling or clogged filter bag (some models).  Refer to Number 13.  Read the Operations section of this

manual for information on how to clean your dirt canister.
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1133333..... Filter Bag - Clogged (some models) - Read the Operations section of this manual for information on how to

remove and clean your filter bag.
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1144444..... Dirt Canister Lid - Off - On those models with lift off dirt canister lids, (check the Operations section of this

manual) the lid must be replaced squarely on top of the canister or it will allow a vacuum leak.
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1155555..... Dirt Canister Gasket - Loose - If the dirt canister gasket has been pulled loose, it will allow a vacuum leak.  The

gasket may be reattached with contact cement or any of the so called "super glues".
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1166666..... Outside Exhaust - Blocked - Check the exhaust system by removing the tubing from the motor blower exhaust

and compairing the airflow at this point versus the airflow reaching the outside.  If blockage is detected and cannot

be removed, contact you service technician.
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1177777..... Dirt Canister - Not Attached - If the dirt canister latches (some models) are not properly closed, it will cause an

air leak along the gasket and reduce your cleaning ability.
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1188888..... Another Wall Inlet Door - Open - Check all the inlet valves to make sure that only one inlet is in use at a time.

Attempting to clean from two or more inlets at a time will reduce the airflow below the level required to deep clean

your carpets.
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1199999..... Motor Protection Screen - Clogged - This usually occurs due to allowing the dirt canister to over fill, or a broken

filter bag (some models).  Refer to the Operations section of this manual for instructions on cleaning the blower

protection screen.
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20. . . . . Relay Stuck - On - Refer to Number 9.  If after using the procedures described in Number 9 it appears

that the relay is sticking on, unplug the power cord to cut off all electricity to the power unit.  Caution: Check-

 Caution: Check-

 Caution: Check-

 Caution: Check-

 Caution: Check-

ing the wiring in the power unit should only be attempted by a qualified service technician.

ing the wiring in the power unit should only be attempted by a qualified service technician.

ing the wiring in the power unit should only be attempted by a qualified service technician.

ing the wiring in the power unit should only be attempted by a qualified service technician.

ing the wiring in the power unit should only be attempted by a qualified service technician.
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2211111. . . . . Relay Stuck - Off - If the procedures described in Numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7, do not correct the power unit

not starting, then it could be a malfunction of the relay, the low voltage transformer could be burned out, or there

could be a loose wire in the power unit.  If you suspect a malfuntion in the power unit, contact your service technician.
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2222222..... Transformer - Burned Out - Refer to Number 21.

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2233333. . . . . Loose Wire In the Power Unit - Refer to Number 21.

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2244444..... A Hose Plugged Into Another Inlet Valve - Cleaning from more than one inlet at a time will reduce the airflow

to less than is required to deep clean your carpets.
2

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2255555.....  P.C. Board Relay stuck on -  Refer to Number 9.  If after using the procedures described in Number 8

itappears that the relay is sticking on, unplug the power cord to cut off all electricity to the power unit.  Cau-

Cau-

Cau-

Cau-

Cau-

tion: Checking the wiring in the power unit should only be attempted by a qualified service

tion: Checking the wiring in the power unit should only be attempted by a qualified service

tion: Checking the wiring in the power unit should only be attempted by a qualified service

tion: Checking the wiring in the power unit should only be attempted by a qualified service

tion: Checking the wiring in the power unit should only be attempted by a qualified service

technician.

technician.

technician.

technician.

technician.
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2266666.....  P.C. Board Transformer burned out - If the procedures described in Numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7, do not

correct the power unit not starting, then it could be a malfunction of the relay, the low voltage transformer could be

burned out, or there could be a loose wire in the power unit.  If you suspect a malfunction in the power unit, contact

your service technician.
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2277777. . . . .  LED Light-  Some units have an LED light at the unit.  If the LED light is not on, refer to number 5.  If you have

power at the unit but LED light is off, contact your local service technician.

IF YOU CANNOT DIAGNOSE OR REPAIR YOUR TROUBLE, CONTACT THE NEAREST DISTRIBUTOR.

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Summary of Contents for VacuMaid

Page 1: ...Canister Cyclonic Units Servicing Air Channel Inverted Bag Units Paper Bag Units Troubleshooting Guide Warranty Vacu Maid Silent Partner Astro Vac Tips on the Care of Your Central Vacuum Serial Number...

Page 2: ...ht out 11 Do not put anything into vacuum inlets or vents Keep all inlets and vents free of things that might slow airflow such as lint dust and hair Do not use the vacuum system if something is block...

Page 3: ...UR IF USED ON WET SURFACES ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD OCCUR IF USED ON WET SURFACES ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD OCCUR IF USED ON WET SURFACES ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD OCCUR IF USED ON WET SURFACES ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD...

Page 4: ...oubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance if it will not fit the outlet use a temporary adaptor as shown and have a proper outlet installed...

Page 5: ...e vacuum inlet valve to insert the cleaning hose care should be taken not to distort the door by forcing it too far open Do not turn the system on and try to open the door of another inlet since this...

Page 6: ...around the canister with one hand push the bag up inside with the other hand and brush the screen surface see figure 2a In this way the screen can be cleaned without getting any dust or debris on the...

Page 7: ...need to latch tightly to ensure a proper seal which is vital in the operation of the cyclonic separation Carefully lower the dirt container and empty the debris into any suitable trash container If eq...

Page 8: ...your central vacuum system by not allowing the motor to get cool clean air Step 1 Place a clean plastic bag into the dirt can Step 2 Wrap the edges of the plastic bag around the edge of the dirt can S...

Page 9: ...knee see Figure 1c fasten the two latches Do this by hooking the top lip of each latch over the rim of the top can and then press straight in on the bottom of the latches until they lock Initially the...

Page 10: ...e the rubber gasket onto the inlet stem until the rubber gasket drops into place in the ridge that is around the inlet stem figure 5d 3 4 Carefully replace the lid onto the dirt canister to ensure tha...

Page 11: ...simply push the button in until it protrudes about 1 8 inch and stays in If the breaker pops out again when the unit is used call your service technician 10 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Check each X for PROB...

Page 12: ...at the remote control wire is shorted or one of the wall inlet switches is stuck in the on position If the procedure for number 6 does not shut the unit off and you cannot locate the short notify your...

Page 13: ...in the power unit should only be attempted by a qualified service technician ing the wiring in the power unit should only be attempted by a qualified service technician ing the wiring in the power uni...

Page 14: ...ecome necessary to invoke the rights and privileges of this Warranty during the period of effectiveness the following procedures should be followed a Refer to operating maintenance instructions to asc...

Page 15: ...ssary to invoke the rights and privileges of this Warranty during the period of effectiveness the following procedures should be followed a Refer to operating maintenance instructions to ascertain tha...

Page 16: ...THE HOSE 5 HOLD THE INLET DOOR OPEN WHEN REMOVING THE HOSE 5 HOLD THE INLET DOOR OPEN WHEN REMOVING THE HOSE After removing the hose from the inlet hold the inlet door open for a few seconds to a Make...

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