TROUBLESHOOTING
86038440 VACPAC 07/22/08
4-2
PROBLEM
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CAUSE SOLUTION
No power, vacuum
motor will not run
Is the cord plugged in?
Plug in cord.
Circuit breaker tripped in
building.
Reset breaker.
Thermal protector tripped
Motor will restart after cooling down. To prevent
repeated tripping, clear all restrictions out of hose
and tools, replace paper filter bag. Clean cloth filter
bag and internal foam filter, clear all restrictions to
the exhaust air flow.
Faulty switch.
Call for service.
Faulty power cord.
Call for service.
Poor vacuum
performance
Debris plugging hose,
wand or accessory tool.
Remove debris.
Paper bag full.
Replace bag.
Cloth bag plugged.
Remove from machine, turn inside out and shake or
brush clean.
Hosecuffs loose or hose
cracked.
Tighten cuffs or replace hose.
Cap loose on top of
machine.
Tighten cap.
SERVICE SCHEDULE
MAINTENANCE DAILY
WEEKLY
MONTHLY
QUARTERLY
Check bag and replace if necessary
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Check hoses for wear, blockages, or
damage
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Check major gaskets for leakage
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Check brush-should be clean with no lint
or strings attached
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Wind cord and store in upright position
*
Check hoses for cracks or holes
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Check all cords and handles for damage
or cracks; replace as necessary
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Inspect and replace all filters including
exhaust, intake, and microfilters
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Check all gaskets for wear and leakage
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Check vac motor carbon brushes
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Check for arcing and pitting on any
electrical contacts; replace if found
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Inspect and clean vac shoe; check for
dents and damage which would
detrimentally effect vacuum and brush
movement
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Check overall performance of machine
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