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LOCATING THE POWER UNIT
• Locate the power unit away from the general living area in
an accessible location for cleaning and maintenance.
• Locate the power unit within 6 feet of a grounded electrical outlet.
The power unit requires a 120 VAC power source, dedicated
15-amp branch circuit.
• Do not locate the power unit close to a source of extreme
heat (i.e.: water heater) or in an area with a high ambient
temperature (i.e.: attic, furnace room).
• If the power unit is located in a closet or a small utility
room, make sure the area is well-ventilated (e.g.: with door
louvers).
CHANGING INTAKE LINE DIRECTION
The intake line connects to the right side of the unit. However,
it is possible to change this configuration; to connect the intake
line to the left side of the unit, follow these steps:
Remove debris pail from power unit by releasing both latches
on sides of the unit, pulling them out and then pushing up.
Detach the pail from unit.
550VF1 only
: Grasp
the edges of the bag
collar and pull down;
the bag will slide off
easily.
Do not pull on
the bag
. Set the bag
aside.
550VF1 only
: Using
a Phillips screwdriver
no. 2, remove the
screw tightening the
bag adapter and
intake elbow junction.
Disassemble the
bag adapter from the
intake elbow and set
aside with its screw
and nut.
All units
: Disassemble
the intake elbow from
the back of the unit
using a 3/8” socket to
remove both retaining
nuts and screws.
All units
: Flip the
intake elbow 180°,
then reassemble it to
the unit, taking care to
keep its gasket at its
original position.
NOTE: Ensure the
gasket is not folded in
order to prevent lack of suction, and noise.
550VF1 only
:
Reassemble the bag
adapter to the intake
elbow. Align triangle
with small inclined
stud, then tighten
the junction using
the screw and nut
previously removed in
.
550VF1 only
: Put the
bag back in place by
grasping the edges of
its collar and insert
over bag adapter. Be
careful not to tear the
bag. Ensure the collar
is positioned between
the taper ring and the
bag stopper on the
bag adapter.
All units
: Put the pail back in place.
POWER UNIT INSTALLATION
AD0076
AO0078
550VF1
ONLY
AD0075
550VF1
ONLY
AD0077
AD0078
550VF1
ONLY
AO0080
550VF1
ONLY
T
APER
RING
B
AG
STOPPER
WARNING
!
Do not install outdoors. Before being hung, rest the
unit on a leveled surface to prevent the unit to fall
down. When performing installation, servicing or
cleaning the unit, it is recommended to wear safety
glasses and gloves.
