InterVac RM-120 User manual

RECORD THIS INFORMATION FOR
FUTURE REFERENCES
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING MANUAL
MODEL RM-120 with electric cord
MODEL RMG-120 hard wired, grounded
Important: Instructions must stay with Unit. Owner read carefully.
WARNING:
This manual must be read and understood before installation, adjustment, service or
maintenance is performed. This unit must be installed by a qualified technician.
Modification of this product can be extremely hazardous and could result in
personal injury or property damage.
InterVac Design Corp., Palm City, FL 34990
Phone [phone] • Toll Free 1-888-499-1925
www.intervacdesign.com • e-mail: sales@intervacdesign. com
MODEL NUMBER _______________________
DATE OF PURCHASE ___________________
PLACE OF PURCHASE__________________
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Manual: #RM120-e Rev. : 9/28/07
Part # W501
THE BUILT-IN VACUUM SYSTEM

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical vacuum cleaner, basic precautions should always be followed including the following:
Read all instructions carefully before using this vacuum cleaner.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY:
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Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from an
electrical outlet when not in use and before servicing.
Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
Never operate this vacuum cleaner without a paper bag and
filters in place.
Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. Do
not allow unit to be used as a toy.
Use only for intended use as described in this manual. Use only
the manufacturer's recommended attachments and paper bag.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working
as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or fell into
water, return the vacuum cleaner to InterVac or an authorized
service dealer for examination and repair.
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any openings
blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and any other material that
may reduce air flow. When the secondary filter becomes dirty,
rinse in warm water or replace with a new filter. Filter should be
completely dry before using.
Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Do not pull or carry by cord, do not use cord as a handle, do not
close a door on the cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
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Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not
the cord.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away
from any openings and all moving parts.
Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. Do not use without dust bag
and filters in place.
Use extra caution when cleaning on stairs.
Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
Do not pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as
gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.
Do not place objects against the vacuum cleaner. Keep area
clear.
Do not step on the hose or pull the hose forcibly.
Do not pick up large objects such as waste paper or cloth,
which may clog the hose.
Do not install this vacuum cleaner in an area exposed to high
temperatures.
Install this vacuum cleaner in a dry place.
Do not attempt to service the vacuum cleaner. Unit is sealed
and can not be opened without damage to the unit. For service,
call your local authorized service dealer, or InterVac Design's
Customer Care Center.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Polarization Instructions for model RM120 (with electric cord) only.
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a
polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in
any way.
CAUTION: To avoid possible electrical shock, be sure that electricity is turned off at the main switch or circuit breaker. All
wiring must be in accordance with the National Electric Code.
MODEL RM120 with electric cord only, Double Insulated
SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED APPLIANCES
A double-insulated appliance is marked with one or more of the following: The words DOUBLE INSULATION or DOUBLE
INSULATED or the double insulation symbol (square within a square).
In a double-insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is
provided on a double-insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance. Servicing a
double-insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should be done only by qualified
service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit
in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
LIMITED WARRANTY
InterVac Design Corp. will repair the power unit with new or rebuilt parts, free of charge for six (6) years from the date
of original purchase in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship. No cash refunds. Excluded are the following
items that require normal replacement: Disposable dust bags, filters, vacuum cleaner tools and vacuum hoses.
This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase
will be required before warranty performance is rendered. continued next page

You must return your warranty card in order to be covered under these provisions.
This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials or workmanship which occurs during normal use and does not
cover damage which occurs in shipment or failures which are caused by products not supplied by InterVac Design, or failures
which result from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, modification, or commercial use
such as hotel, office, restaurant or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than an authorized service center, or
damage that is attributable to acts of God.
There are no expressed warranties except as listed above.
INTERVAC DESIGN SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM
THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESSED AND
IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE,ARE LIMITED TO THEAPPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an
implied warranty last, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights
that vary from state to state. If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your
dealer or our service center. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, than write to the Customer Service Center at the
company address.
LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:
CAUTION: To avoid possible electrical shock, be sure that electricity is turned off at the main
switch or circuit breaker. All wiring must be in accordance with the US National Electric
Code or Canadian Electric Codes.
WARNING: Electrical connections should be made by a qualified electrician.
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RETURN POLICY
We will not accept shipments without a Return Authorization number. Please call InterVac Design for your RA
number. Carefully pack and send the unit prepaid, adequately insured and preferably in the original carton.
Enclose a letter describing the nature of the problem or complaint. InterVac Design will repair or replace your
unit. However our policy is, no cash refunds after the 30 days trial period.
Specification: 120 Volt, 11 Amp 50/60Hz, Weight 8 lb
Parts List:
#Y06
Depending on model 2 dry-wall anchors, 1 red push pin
Paper template 4 painted screws
3 wire connectors for RMG model 2 high filtration bags
inlet valve + pipe fittings
Model: RMG120 flush mounted, without electric cord, ONLY
GROUNDED INSTRUCTIONS for RMG120 ONLY, WHEN PERMANENTLY WIRED
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.
WARNING:
Note:
To reach with the vacuum hose as far as possible, choose a wall or surface that is centrally located and has an
electrical outlet or switch from a 16 amp circuit breaker. Make sure the wall is hollow and there are no pipes or
other obstructions in the section you choose.
Disconnect all electrical power to the wall area before drilling!
Do not drill near studs where electrical cable may be secured to studs adjacent to receptacles.
The four mounting holes in the outer corners of the flange of the Vacuum Cleaner must be drilled from
the back of the unit with a 3/16” drill bit when the unit is to be recessed into a wall.

Model RMG-120 flush mounted installation
Paper Template 1
IMPORTANT: If installed during new construction, do not use to clean up building debris.
For household use only. Nails and sharp objects can damage your InterVac.
#W60 or #W602 or # W603
Recessed Mounted into Wood Surface ()see Fig.: B
NOTE: Installation should to be accessible from the back to install pipe fittings and wiring connection.
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Step 2
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2 yellow wire pigtails
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Step 5
2 yellow pigtails.
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Step 7
Step 8
Attach paper template to wall or surface about 6 inches or higher above the floor, so that the exhausting
air is not restricted.
. Read instructions on paper template.
At the lower right side of the unit, remove the 2-3/4 x 1-3/8 access cover plate on the vacuum cleaner.
You will find black, white and green wires for the 110-volt power connection.
for the 24 volt control circuit protruding out of the bottom of the vacuum. Do not pull wires back into housing.
. Install the remote vacuum valve(s) first and than the 2” dia. flex-hose.
Fasten the flanged fitting ( straight-up, elbow or “T”) to the top of the housing by using
the four #6 screws. See page #7
Attach the pipe fittings and flex-hose to the remote inlet valve.
. From the remote vacuum valve install 2 yellow 20 gage, UL approved (AVLV2) rated minimum 300volt,
95 C, wires (24 volt line) along the flex-hose to the bottom of the housing to the
Secure the wires with “ty-wraps” to the flex-hose. Connect wires with butt connectors outside the housing.
. Install 14 gage AWG 300V minimum Romex cable (use wires rated for at least 95C.) from your 120volt
electric power supply and pull the cable through the Romex clamp into the vacuum cleaner.
connect black to black, white to white and green to bare ground conductor wires.
Tighten Romex clamp and replace the side cover.
. Place the vacuum cleaner in the cut-out and secure with the 4 painted screws provided.
. Please, check that dust bag and motor filter (under dust bag) are installed.
Test unit for proper operation by inserting the end of the vacuum hose into the remote valve.
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Model: RM 120 with electric cord attached, double insulated
Paper Template #W600 or #W602 or # W603
Surface Mounted to Wood or Dry-wall (see Fig.: A)
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Step 7
yellow pigtails.
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Step 9
To reach with the vacuum hose as far as possible, find a central location for the inlet valve and a mounting
position for the vacuum as close as possible to the inlet valve. An electrical receptacle has to be near by.
Tape the paper template for the vacuum to the wall a minimum 6” above the floor, so that the exhausting
air is not restricted. Mark the 4 screw positions with a pointed tool accurately and remove the template for
future references
Attach the enclosed #8 screws to the wall as marked on the template. Keep the screw heads1/8” from the wall.
Care fully remove template from the wall and place it into the operating manual for future references .
Slide the key holes on the back of the vacuum cleaner over the 4 screw heads and push down. If vacuum
cleaner is loose re-tighten screws.
. Install the remote vacuum valve (see page 7). Then route the flex-hose from the valve to the vacuum.
. From the remote vacuum valve install 2 yellow 20 gage, UL approved (AVLV2) rated minimum
300volt, 95 C, wires (24 volt line) along the flex-hose to the bottom of the housing to the 2
Secure the wires with “ty-wraps” to the flex-hose. Connect yellow wires with butt connectors outside the housing.
. Plug the electric cord into the receptacle.
. Test unit for proper operation by inserting the end of the vacuum hose into the remote valve.
Please, check that dust bag and motor filter (under dust bag) are installed.
f vacuum cleaner is mounted on its back or side or very low, it may slide of the screw heads when you
pull too hard on the vacuum hose. To prevent this, fasten a small block against the top of the unit.
IMPORTANT: If installed during new construction, do not use to clean up building debris. For
household use only. Nails and sharp objects can damage your InterVac.
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Paper Template:
# W601 or # W602 recessed mounted
Paper Template:
# W600 or # W603 surface mounted
Minimum height 6" from floor
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Tape template to wall
Fig.: A
Fig.: B
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR VACUUM CLEANER
FOR MODEL RM-120 and RMG-120, REMOTE VALVE UNITS
NOTE: THE LOWER PART OF THE VACUUM CLEANER CAN BE QUITE WARM.
IF THE VACUUM STOPS RUNNING:
THE THERMAL PROTECTOR ON THE MOTOR WILL RESET
AUTOMATICALLY AFTER ABOUT 1-1/2 HOUR.
A. Connecting and disconnecting the hose
B. How to change the dust bag, Replacement Part # Y06
NEVER OPERATE THE VACUUM CLEANER WITHOUT THE DUST BAG
AND THE MOTOR FILTER
C: To change motor filter, Replacement Part # Y21 (see Fig.: E)
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PLEASE SEE TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE.
START AND STOP.
1. Lift inlet valve cover on the wall.
2. Insert hose cuff with a slight twist. The vacuum cleaner will start automatically.
3. To remove, turn hose in either direction while pulling hose towards you.
The vacuum cleaner will stop running.
1. Open the door on the vacuum cleaner by pushing the latch upward and remove door completely.
2. Remove full bag and discard.
3. Locate the pipe inside the vacuum chamber. Holding the new bags cardboard collar at approximately
a 45 degree angle, insert the cardboard part of the bag against upper back corner of the vacuum cleaner
chamber behind the pipe. Lift the front of the collar over the pipe as far as possible.
4. When closing door, tuck-in the left and right corners of the bag, so the door is properly sealed and the
latch clicks into place.
1. Remove door and dust bag.
2. Reach into the cavity towards the bottom of the vacuum cleaner and remove the motor filter.
3. Replace the filter with a new filter and tuck-in the corners so that the filter lays centered on the
grid, with the “
4. If you need to; clean the dirty filter by vacuuming or washing in mild soap by hand. The filter
might separate, replace both pieces. .
and flat
THIS SIDE UP!”
Do not clean in washing machine

D: Replacing Exhaust Filter, Part #Y41:
E: Replacing Motor Filter
Part # Y21
TROUBLE SHOOTING:
NOTE: IF MOTOR SUDDENLY STOPS:
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CLEANING THE STRETCH HOSE:
Pinch exhaust filter in the middle and pull out.
To replace, pinch in the middle and slide in
one side first. tuck-in the corners and sides carefully
under the ribs
If you use our very convenient stretch hose, but require more suction power, we recommend you try
our standard central vacuum hose.
common cause is a clogged hose. See cleaning instructions.
The bag is overfilled or fine dust has clogged the bag.
The vacuum cleaning tools are clogged.
Vacuuming large amounts of dust other than household dirt, such as dry-wall or fine wood dust can block the
bags pores fast,
The motor filter is dirty and should be cleaned or replaced.
If vacuum unit is installed in a tight compartment and air cannot exhaust, the motor can overheat and shut off
until it cooled down.
The exhaust filter should be checked and washed.
lift the hose up on both ends and dispense some liquid detergent into both ends.
with a garden hose, holding both ends still up, fill ¾ with water.
shake hose up and down, let detergent loosen the dirt.
stretch the hose as far as you can ( 2 people required ) and wash the dirt out with the full pressure of the
garden hose. Repeat if necessary.
Hang hose up on one end. Let hose drain and dry it might take 24 hours.
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Disconnect vacuum hose from cleaner, hold one end high up in the air and drop a quarter into the hose.
If the quarter gets stuck, the hose is clogged. Try to unclog the hose with a long object.
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The stretch hose, besides all its' conveniences, has a tendency to get clogged, especially if you have pets.
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CAUTION:
DO NOT PICK UP LIQUIDS, LIT CIGARETTES, HOT ASHES,
RAZOR BLADES, NEEDLES, PINS OR OTHER SHARP OBJECTS!
THIS SIDE UPTHIS SIDE UP
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Fig.: E

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THIS INLET VALVE WITH THE BACKING PLATE IS BASICALLY USED FOR DRY-WALL INSTALLATIONS
BUT BECAUSE OF ITS COMPACT SIZE IS ALSO USED IN OTHER APPLICATIONS
THE RECTANGULAR VALVE DOES NOT REQUIRE A BACKING PLATE. IT IS FASTER TO
INSTALL ESPECIALLY FOR WOOD OR OTHER STABLE SURFACES.
Valve Size:
3-1/2 x 3-1/2
Valve Size:
3-1/2 x 5-1/4

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40’ Stretch Hose As’bly with
Cuff.plain PART# A002
2 Part Upholstery
Tool PART # X300
Dust Brush
PART # X250
Floor/Rug Tool
PART # X403
40’ Stretch Hose As’bly with
Cuff.Banded PART# A002B
Mesh Storage Bag
PART # X501
Complete Tool Kit
(Includes all item on the right)
for Models H, F, CM
for Models RM, RMG
PART # 705
PART # 705B
Telescoping Wand, PART # X154
ACCESSORIES
INTERVAC reserves the right to make improvements and modifications without notice.
DUST BAGS:
PART # Y05-5 (5 pack) high filtration bags for Models H, F, CM
PART # Y06-5 (5 pack) high filtration bags for Models RM, RMG
PART # YH1-3 (3 pack) HEPA allergy bags for Models H, F, CM
NOTE: All Power Units come with 2 Dust Bags
OPTIONAL VACUUM TOOLS
30 Foot Traditional
Central Vacuum Hose
for Models H, F, CM
for Models RM, RMG
PART #A006
PART # A006B
Battery Operated Power
Brush with Charger,
PART # X453
Air Turbo Nozzle
"RUG RAT"
PART # X452
Special Inlet Valve
"VAC-PAN"
PART # 505 Black
Crevice Tool
PART # X200
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DIMENSIONAL LAYOUT FOR MODELS RM-120, RMG-120
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