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Plan Ahead!

Planning is the key to the suc-
cessful installation of a central
vacuum system. Strive to obtain 
a balance between the best loca-
tions for the inlet valves and the
practicality of servicing these
locations. Always fully consider
the implications before you cut
into a wall.

INSTALLATION MANUAL

Central Vacuum
System 

1/2" (1.3 cm) Right Angle Heavy Duty Electric Drill

Battery Drill

2-1/4" to 2-9/16” Self Feed Drill Bit

1/4" (6.4 mm) Masonry Drill Bit

Common Hacksaw or Small Handsaw with 18 teeth 
per inch blade or 2" PVC Pipe Cutter

Mitre Box

Pocket or Utility Knife

Steel Tape Measure

Screwdriver (Slot and Phillips)

Electrical Tape or Duct Tape

Tie Wraps

Wire Coat Hanger

Hammer and Nail Puller

Side Cutters

Wire Connectors for #18 (1.00 mm) wire

Flashlight

Drywall Saw

Wire Stripper

Crimping Tool

Installing a central vacuum system is a straightforward do-it-
yourself project that doesn’t require special tools or skills.
Read the instructions thoroughly before you begin. Take your
time and follow the instructions carefully. Make sure you have
chosen the right installation location and that you are not cut-
ting into any hidden electrical wires or plumbing.

This kit contains all the materials required to install the vacu-
um system including the Vaculine fittings. Vaculine fittings
are manufactured to exacting standards to provide positive
seals, easy installation, and superior airflow characteristics.

Recommended Tools 

Summary of Contents for 760 Dual Motor

Page 1: ...hillips Electrical Tape or Duct Tape Tie Wraps Wire Coat Hanger Hammer and Nail Puller Side Cutters Wire Connectors for 18 1 00 mm wire Flashlight Drywall Saw Wire Stripper Crimping Tool Installing a...

Page 2: ...areas of the house can be cleaned from selected inlet valve loca tions If an electrical beater brush is to be used now or in the future the inlet valve should be located within five feet of an electri...

Page 3: ...line will greatly depend on the construction of the house and location of the power unit Multi Story Houses While roughing in tube lines during construction is comparatively simple existing two and th...

Page 4: ...ahead and create a rough bead on the inside of the fitting This bead will reduce airflow and could cause a clog The tubing should be inserted all the way into the fitting and twisted a quarter turn t...

Page 5: ...installed and grounded in accor dance with all local codes and ordinances WARNING Electric shock is a risk when the equipment grounding conductor is improperly connected Check with a quali fied electr...

Page 6: ...nt tabs facing adapter elbow Line up slots on the mounting plate with tabs on adapter elbow then rotate mounting plate into an upright position Be sure approximately 6 150 mm of 18 2 1 00 mm solid wir...

Page 7: ...re with screws Drill a 2 1 4 2 9 16 hole below the 90 adapter and connect PVC to trunk line SPECIAL SITUATIONS EXISTING HOMES Step 3 Floor Installation of Inlet Valve While the normal installation of...

Page 8: ...ions of these instructions Happy vacuuming Helpful Hint Take measurement from floor to bottom of electrical box Add 1 7 8 to get Center Point of Vac Mounting Plate PAGE 8 How to Install the System Con...

Page 9: ...90 that comes up under cabinet We recom mend having cabinet people put a false bottom in this cabinet Pipe opening is not centered to opening in mopboard Measure 4 to right side of cen ter and 2 1 2 t...

Page 10: ...provide a pocket for dirt to drop into Always run a branch line out of the side or top of the trunk line No 18 2 1 00 mm low voltage wire follows tubing from each inlet valve Junctions or splices usi...

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