Good Way VAC-2-HEPA Manual

VAC-2-HEPA,
VAC-2D-HEPA,
EV-30H
HEPA Vacuums
Operating and
Maintenance
Instructions
Read before operating.
VAC-2-HEPA
VAC-2D-HEPA EV-30H

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CONTENTS:
GENERAL ................................................................................................................................................3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................................3
DISPOSAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIAL.............................................................................................4
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................................................................4
OPERATION – GENERAL.......................................................................................................................4
OPERATION – DRY PICKUP .............................................................................................................. 4-5
REMOVING CONTAMINATED FILTERS AND TANK CLEANING.................................................. 5-6
OPERATION – WET PICK-UP – VAC-2-HEPA ONLY ............................................................................6
MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................. 6-8
TROUBLESHOOTING............................................................................................................................8
VAC-2-HEPA............................................................................................................................................9
VAC-2D-HEPA.......................................................................................................................................10
EV-30H .................................................................................................................................................11
Thank you for purchasing this Goodway HEPA Vacuum Cleaner. As with all
Goodway products, you can be assured that the nest quality components and
workmanship have gone into this machine.
Please take a few minutes to read the following Operating and Maintenance
Instructions. Please pay particular attention to the safety instructions and exercise
caution when using this machine.
GOODWAY®TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION
HVAC & FACILITY MAINTENANCE SOLUTIONS
For Sales Call: 1-800-333-7467
For Service Call: 1-800-370-2855

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GENERAL
The Goodway HEPA Vacuums are designed to safely recover toxic materials, such
as brous asbestos. Their HEPA (High Efciency Particulate Air) lter system retains
hazardous dust and particles and is rated 99.97% efcient at 0.3 microns. While the
VAC-2-HEPA can be used for both wet and dry pickup, the VAC-2D-HEPA and EV-30H
can only be used for dry pickup applications.
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To prevent operator injury and damage to equipment, please read and observe the
following basic safety precautions:
1. Read all instructions before using.
2. To avoid electrical shock, never expose the vacuum to rain. Store vacuum indoors
in a cool, dry area.
3. Unplug the power cord when servicing the unit, changing lters, or leaving the
machine unattended.
4. Turn off all controls before unplugging the power cord.
5. When unplugging the power cord, grasp the plug – not the cord.
6. Do not use the machine if it has a damaged cord or plug.
7. If the machine does not operate properly or has been damaged or exposed to
water, contact the factory for recommended action.
8. Do not vacuum hot, burning or smoking material such as cigarettes, matches or
hot ash.
9. Do not handle the machine or plug with wet hands.
10. Do not vacuum combustible liquids or use in areas where combustible liquids or
fumes may be present.
11. Keep objects, loose clothing, hair and body parts away from openings and moving
parts.
12. Keep all openings free of lint, dust or anything that will impede airow.
13. Do not roll the machine over the power cord, pull the cord, close a door on the
cord or pull the cord around sharp corners. Keep the cord away from hot surfaces.
14. Be extra careful when cleaning on stairs.
15. Use only Goodway recommended attachments and lters.
16. Strict supervision is required when the machine is used near children.

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DISPOSAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIAL
Hazardous material must be disposed of properly, in accordance with local
regulations. Hazardous debris should be packaged in plastic bags or cans marked
“HAZARDOUS MATERIALS”.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Goodway vacuums are supplied with a three conductor cord and a grounding
plug and should be used with a grounding receptacle to protect the operator from
electrical shock. DO NOT remove the grounding pin. If an extension cord is used, it
must be of sufcient guage and a three conductor type.
OPERATION – GENERAL
1. Be certain to plug the vacuum into an outlet of the proper voltage as indicated
on the machine nameplate.
2. No lubrication of the motors is required as they are equipped with pre-
lubricated sealed bearings.
3. For top performance, clean or replace the lters regularly. Clogged lters
restrict airow and reduce suction.
4. Check carbon brushes periodically and replace when worn down to
approximately 1/2" (13mm).
OPERATION – DRY PICKUP
TANK/FILTER SETUP
NOTE: Be sure all lters are in place for dry pickup It is recommended that a plastic
liner be used in the tank to make bundling of hazardous waste easier.
1. Remove the lid from the tank. Then remove the HEPA lter.
2. VAC-2-HEPA and EV-30H – Place a fully opened plastic bag in the bottom of
the tank.
VAC-2D-HEPA – Place a plastic bag inside the tank. Locate the 2" (51mm) hole
in the bag and place the elbow intake pipe through the hole. Stretch the plastic
bag over the tanks rolled edge making sure the four small holes remain inside
the tank.
3. Gently open a paper collection bag by pulling the folds apart. Be careful not to
tear the bag. Should a bag become torn, discard it. Never operate the vacuum
with a torn paper bag or without a paper bag.
4. Place the paper collection bag inside the tank and carefully stretch the rubber
gasket around the intake tube until it is beyond the raised ring of the intake tube.
5. VAC-2-HEPA and EV-30H – Pull the plastic liner about half way up the paper
collection bag.

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6. Make sure the prelter cloth lter is in place.
7. Re-install the HEPA lter. Then place the lid on top of the tank and snap the lid
latches in place.
8. VAC-2-HEPA – Insert the pickup hose into the lower intake and tighten the
thumbscrew. Close the upper intake using the plug provided.
VAC-2D-HEPA – Insert the pickup hose into the intake and tighten
the thumbscrew.
EV-30H – Insert the pickup hose into the intake.
IMPORTANT NOTES
• Do not remove, substitute, bypass or change in any way the lters used in the
Goodway HEPA Vacuums.
• Use only Goodway lters – use of other lters will void the warranty and may
not provide proper ltration.
• Change the paper collection bag when full.
REMOVING CONTAMINATED FILTERS AND TANK CLEANING
NOTE: Always wear gloves and an approved respirator when changing the lters or
cleaning the tank.
1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Unlatch and slowly remove the lid. Then remove the HEPA lter assembly, and
gently place it on its side.
3. Wipe down the exposed surface inside the tank using a dampened (not
soaking) cloth. Do not discard the wiping cloth yet – place it aside.
4. VAC-2-HEPA/EV-30H
A. Reach into the tank and slowly and carefully remove the paper collection
bag from the intake tube and place it in the bottom of the plastic bag.
Handle the paper bag by the cardboard collar around the bag opening.
B. Now take the wiping cloth and wipe down all surfaces inside the drum,
including the intake tube and the surfaces previously wiped and the lid.
Place the cloth in the plastic bag.
C. Reach into the tank and grasp the top of the plastic liner. Slowly and gently
pull the liner up and around the paper bag until the liner is fully extended.
Slowly squeeze the liner closed as close to the paper bag as possible. Lift
out the plastic bag, twist it shut and tie it in a knot.
D. Remove the prelter from the vacuum head and place it in the plastic bag,
twist it shut and tie it in a knot.
VAC-2D-HEPA
A. Remove the intermediate Ring (GTC-020-ARD).

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B. Reach into the tank and slowly and carefully remove the paper collection
bag from the intake tube. Handle the paper bag by the cardboard collar
around the bag opening.
C. Slowly and carefully remove the plastic bag from around the rim of the
tank and from the intake tube, leaving it inside the tank.
D. Now take the wiping cloth and wipe down all surfaces inside the drum,
including the intake tube and the surfaces previously wiped and the lid.
Place the cloth in the plastic bag.
E. Reach into the tank and grasp the top of the plastic liner. Slowly and gently
pull the liner up and around the paper bag until the liner is fully extended.
Slowly squeeze the liner closed as close to the paper bag as possible. Lift
out the plastic bag.
F. Remove the lter protector bag from the vacuum head and place it in the
plastic bag, twist it shut and tie it in a knot.
5. Mark the plastic bag “HAZARDOUS MATERIALS” and disposed of in
accordance with local regulations.
NOTE: For replacement of the liner and lters follow the procedures listed under
“DRY PICKUP”.
OPERATION – WET PICK-UP – VAC-2-HEPA ONLY
TANK/FILTER SETUP
NOTE: Always wear gloves and an approved respirator when handling used lters.
1. Remove the HEPA lter assembly, collection bag and plastic bag from bottom
of tank.
2. Install the Cage with Float Assembly (VACP-89) on the lip of the tank.
3. Place lid on tank and snap the latches in place.
4. Insert pickup hose into upper intake and close the lower intake using the plug
provided.
Emptying the tank
As the tank becomes full, the shut off oat rises to close off the inlet under the lid.
When this occurs, the vacuum will no longer pick up water and the sound of the
motors will change. Turn off the vacuum and move it into a convenient spot for
emptying. DO NOT LET THE VACUUM RUN WITH THE TANK FULL AND THE
INLET CLOSED.
MAINTENANCE
SERVICING THE MOTORS: VAC-2-HEPA AND VAC-2D-HEPA
1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Wear gloves and an approved respirator if machine has been used for toxic
material recovery.

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3. Remove the three bolts located on the radius step of the lid.
4. Lift the lid off to gain access to the motors.
5. Squeeze and lift off the plastic motor cap.
6. Unclip eld wires from spade terminal on each brush holder.
7. Release the carbon brush by lifting the spring from the back of the brush.
8. Reverse the above procedures to replace the brush assembly. Install new
brush assemblies when the carbon brush is worn down to 1/2" (13mm).
SERVICING THE MOTORS: EV-30H
1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Wear gloves and an approved respirator if machine has been used for toxic
material recovery.
3. Remove the four outer screws on top of the lid and gently lift.
4. Remove the six outer screws on the sub lid and gently lift.
5. Remove the two screws securing the motor cap.
6. Remove the two brush connection wires.
7. Remove the two screws securing the brush assemblies.
8. Reverse the above procedures to replace the brush assembly. Install new brush
assemblies when the carbon brush is worn down to 1/2" (13mm).
CHANGING THE HEPA FILTER: VAC-2-HEPA and VAC-2D-HEPA
NOTE: Always wear gloves and an approved respirator when handling used lters.
1. Remove the HEPA lter. Place the used lter in a plastic bag.
2. Use a damp cloth to wipe down all inside surfaces of the lid and dispose of the
cloth in the plastic bag along with the used lter. Tie the plastic bag off and
mark it “HAZARDOUS MATERIALS” and dispose of it in accordance with
local regulations.
3. Place HEPA lter assembly in tank and head.
4. Align pressure sensor pins on lter and vacuum head.
5. Check amber light – if light is on, pins are not aligned.
CHANGING THE HEPA FILTER: EV-30H
NOTE: Always wear gloves and an approved respirator when handling used lters.
1. Unplug the power cord and remove the vacuum head
2. The HEPA lter is resting on the lip of the tank. Remove the lter by lifting it out
of the tank and placing it in a plastic bag.
3. Replace the collection bag and clean the tank as necessary, placing all refuse
into the plastic bag.

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4. Secure the plastic bag marking it “HAZARDOUS MATERIALS” or as appropriate.
5. Install a new collection bag and HEPA lter, ensuring that the gasket makes
proper contact all the way around the lip of the tank.
6. Re-install the vacuum head.
END OF THE DAY CLEANUP
1. Follow the steps under “REMOVING CONTAMINATED FILTERS AND
TANK CLEANING.”
2. In addition, wipe down the outside of the tank and lid.
3. Wash out all hoses and tools.
TROUBLESHOOTING
LOSS OF POWER:
• Check that cord is plugged in.
• Check fuse or circuit breaker.
• Check cord for breaks or loose contacts.
• Check switch.
• Check to see if tank is full of liquid (VAC-2- HEPA only).
• Check for clogged hose or intake.
• Check carbon brushes.
LOSS OF SUCTION:
• Check for clogged lters and replace paper collection bag if full.
• Check hoses and tools for obstructions or holes.
• Check vacuum intake for clogging.
• Check that tank is not too full.
• Check tank for holes.
• Check all gaskets and seals at lid and intakes.

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VAC-2D-HEPA