Minuteman MPV C37115-14 Guide

Revised 10/03
OPERATION SERVICE PARTS CARE
MPV
Multi-Purpose
Vacuum
Model:
C37115-14
C37240-14
C37115-18
C37240-18

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FOR COMMERCIAL USE ONLY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the
following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: Electric shock could occur if
used outdoors or on wet surfaces.
•Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
•Never allow children or untrained adults to operate this equipment.
•Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets. Keep by-
standers at least 25 feet away from the area of operation.
•Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
•Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, as been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
•Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
•Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
•Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
•Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint,
hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
•Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
•Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
•Do not use without dustbag and/or filters in place.
•Turn off all controls before unplugging.
•Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
•Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas they may
be present.
•Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See grounding instructions.
•This appliance is not suitable for removal of dusts that are dangerous to health.
•This appliance is suitable only for dry cleaning and must not be used out doors.
•The power cord should be inspected regularly for signs of damage. Do not use if the cord is
damaged.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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INSPECTION
Carefully unpack and inspect your machine for shipping damage. Each unit is tested and thoroughly
inspected before shipment, and any damage is the responsibility of the delivery carrier who should
be notified immediately.
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
All service and repair should be performed by qualified service representative or electrician. No
user serviceable components are employed in the electrical system. No lubrication of the motor is
required.
While not in use storage can be accomplished by winding cord around rear of machine. Cord hooks
are provided.
This equipment should be stored indoors and not exposed to rain.
ELECTRICAL - Model C37115-14, 18
This machine is designed to operate on a standard 15 amp. 120 volt, 60 hz, AC circuit. Voltages
below 105 volts AC or above 125 volts AC could cause serious damage to the motor.
ELECTRICAL - Model C37240-14, 18
This machine is designed to operate on a standard 10 amp. 230 volt, 50 hz, AC circuit.
WARNING
Electric motors can cause explosions when operated near explosive materials or vapors. Do not
operate this machine near flammable materials such as solvents, thinners, fuels, grain dust, etc.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS (120V only)
This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path
of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped
with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes
and ordinances.
DANGER - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of
electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether
the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance — if it will not fit
the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the
plug illustrated in sketch A below. Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the
same configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this appliance.
(B)
(A)
GROUNDING PIN GROUNDING PIN

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POUR USAGE COMMERCIAL SEULEMENT
MODE D’EMPLOI SECURITAIRE
Lorsque l’on utilise un appareil électrique, des précautions de base doivent toujours être suivies
telles que:
BIEN LIRE LE MODES D’EMPLOI AVANT USAGE
AVERTISSEMENT - Pour réduire les risques de feu, choc électrique ou blessure:
•Pour réduire les risques des chocs électriques - Ne pas exposer à la pluie - Entreposer à l’intérieur.
•Ne pas quitter l’appareil lorsque la prise de courant est branchée. Débrancher de la sortie électrique
lorsque la machine n’est pas en usage ou pour en faire le service.
•Ne jamais laisser des enfants ou des adultes inexpérimentés faire fonctionner cet appareil.
•Garder la zone de fonctionnement libre de toute personne, particulièrement les petits enfants et
les animaux. Garder les spectateurs à une distance d’au moins 7,6 mètres (25 pieds de la zone
de fonctionnement.
•Utiliser tel que prescrit dans le livre d’opération et seulement avec les attachements recommendés
par le manufacturier.
•Ne pas s’en servir avec corde ou prise de courant endommangée. Si l’appareil ne fonctionne pas
ou a été échappé, endommagé, entreposé à l’extérieur ou déposé dans l’eau, l’appareil devrait
être envoyé à un département de service pour inspection.
•Ne pas tirer ou porter par le câble ou se servir du câble comme poignée. Ne pas fermer de portes
sur le câble ou tirer le câble près d’objets pointus. Ne pas conduire l’appareil en écrasant le câble
et soyez certain de protéger le câble entre toutes surfaces de chauffage.
•Ne pas débrancher en se servant du câble. Pour débrancher tirer sur la prise et non sur câble.
•Ne pas manipuler la prise ou l’appareil avec les mains mouillées.
•Ne placer aucun objet dans la sortie et ne pas s’en servir si la sortie est obstruée. Eliminer toute
poussière, maillon, cheveux ou quoique ce soit qui pourrait réduire le mouvement d’air.
•N’exposer aucun cheveux, vêtement, doigts ou autres aux ouvertures de l’appareil.
•Ne rien ramasser de ce qui brûle ou de fumée tels que cigarettes, allumettes ou cendres en feu.
•Ne pas employer sans filtre de poussière ou autre en position.
•Fermer tous les contrôles après utilisation.
•Soyez très prudent lors du nettoyage d’escaliers.
•Ne pas ramasser de liquide inflammable ou combustible tel que gazoline et ne pas utiliser dans
les endroits ou ces derniers pourraient être présent.
•Brancher dans une prise avec une prise de terre seulement. Voir références pour prise de terre.
CONSERVEZ CES RECOMMANDATIONS
DE MODE D’EMPLOI

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INSPECTION
Déballer soigneusement et inspecter la possibilité de tout dommage apparent. Chaque machine
est complètement inspectée á l’usine et les dommages de transit sont la responsabilité de la
compagnie de transport qui devrait être prévenue immédiatement.
INSTRUCTIONS A L’UTILISATEUR
Toute réparation ou entretien doit être fait par un représentant de service qualifié ou un électricien.
Aucune pièce de la tête de l’aspirateur ne nécessite d’entretein de la part de l’utilisateur. Aucune
lubrification du moteur n’est requise.
Si non en service, on peut le ranger en enroulant le cordon à l’arrière autour des crochets.
Cet equipement doit être rangé à l’intérieur.
ELECTRICITE – Model C37115-14, 18
Cette machine est concue pour opérer sur un circuit standard de 15 amp. 115 volt, 60 hz, circuit AC.
Tous voltages en bas de 105 volts AC ou au delà de 125 volts AC pourrait occasionner des dommages
au moteur.
ELECTRICITE – Model C37240-14, 18
Cette machine est concue pour opérer sur un circuit standard de 10 amp. 230 volt, 50 hz, circuit AC.
AVERTISSEMENT
Les moteurs électriques peuvent être la cause d’explosion si utilizés près de matériaux ou vapeurs
explosifs. Ne pas opérer près de matériaux inflammables tels que solvant, gazolines, poussière de
grain, etc.
INSTRUCTIONS POUR PRISSE DE TERRE (120V)
Cet appariel doit posséder une prise de terre, S’il y avait malfonction ou brisure, une prise de terre
offre une voie de moindre résistance de facon à ce que le courant électrique réduise le risqué de
choc. Cet appareil est équippé d’une prise de terre de même qu’une prise de courant avec prise de
terre. Cette prise doit être déposée dans une sortie adéquate qui sera installée selon les exigeances
et les lois locales.
DANGER – Un mauvais assemblage du conducteur de prise de terre pourrait causer un risque
de choc électrique. Vérifier auprès d’un électricien certifié ou d’une personne qualifiée si vous avez
des doutes à savoir si la prise est bien complétée. Ne pas modifier la prise qui vient avec cet
appariel. Si la prise n’accéde pas à la sortie, un électricien qualifié devrait la remplacer.
Cet appareil doit être utilisé sur un circuit de nominal de 115/120 volt et posséder une prise de terre
qui ressemble à la prise illustrée dans le schéma A. Bien vous assurer que la sortie de courant soit
de la même configuration que la prise. Aucun adapteur ne doit être utilisé avec cet appareil.
FOURCHONE DE PRISE
DE MISE A TERRE
FOURCHONE DE PRISE
DE MISE A TERRE (B)
(A)

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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Installation/Removal of Brush Head
Brush head can be removed by turning knob to the right. The brush head can now be separated
from vacuum housing.
2. Handle Release
To release the machine from upright position, push down on foot release as shown in example 2.
3. Brush Adjustment (3) / Electronic Control (Figure 1)
Brush adjustment is made by rotating knob (3) to desired position. Always start at the highest
setting and rotate to lower setting if needed (see explanation below). The two indicator lights on
the brush head allows the operator to monitor brush performance. When only the GREEN LIGHT
is on, brush setting is correct. When both the GREEN and RED LIGHTS are on, the brush setting
is too high. Lower brush setting until the RED LIGHT goes out.
RED LIGHT may flicker when used on low nap commercial grade glue down type carpet. If RED
LIGHT remains on continuously during brush operation at lowest setting (1), brush strip should be
replaced. If BRUSH ASSY is obstructed, electronic control will shut off brush motor. Turn machine
off and UNPLUG from ELECTRICAL OUTLET. Clear obstruction from brush assembly and restart.
4. Bristle Insert Replacement
Remove cover and pull brush strip out. Insert new brush strip and push it in all the way. Replace
cover. CAUTION: Unplug unit from electrical outlet.

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1. Tool Storage
Tools should be installed as shown in Figure 1. The smaller lower section of the tools should be
snapped into the retainers.
2. Accessory Hose (Figure 2)
The vacuum hose can be used for direct suction use or with accessory tools. Simply pull out from
base to use. NOTE: The brush motor turns off when the hose is removed from the housing.
3. Full Bag Indicator
The indicator light will illuminate when the collection bag is full or when there is a blockage in the
hose or brush head. Indicator light is next to on/off switch.

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1 250039 2 Clamp
2 370012G 1 Wand Upright
3 370014B 1 Upright Handle
4 370019 1 Housing Release Knob
5 370026 2 Cord Strain Relief
6 370027G 2 Hose Lock Fitting
7 370029G 2 Hose Lock Ring
8 370036G 1 Upright Vac Hose
9 370057 1 Vac Motor Gasket
10 370072 1 Vac Motor Dampener
11 370097 1 Crevice Tool
12 370137B 1 Strain Relief Housing
13 370138B 1 Handle Cover Cap
14 370173B 1 Housing, Upper Front
15 370175B 1 Housing, Vac Motor
16 370213B 1 Filter, Door Assembly
17 370177B 1 Coupling, Hose
18 370178B 1 Latch, Bag Clip
19 370179B 1 Cover, Bag Latch
20 370181B 1 Button, Filter Cover
21 370182 1 Cam Lock and Release
22 370183 1 Cover, Vac Motor
23 370184 1 Wire Form, Lock-Release
24 370185 1 Spring Cover Button
25 370186 1 Spring Bag Latch
26 370187B 1 Handle Transport
27 370188 1 Lense-Bag Full Light
28 370189B 1 Cover, Latch
29 370190 1 Filter Frame, Vac Motor
30 370191 2 Tab, Hold Down
31 370192B 1 Latch
32 370193B 1 Cover, Electronics
33 370195 1 Spring, Cord Hook
34 370196G 1 Accessory Clip
35 370197 1 Spring Bag Cover Latch
36 370198 1 Handle
37 370199 1 Gasket
38 370202PKG 1 Bag, pkg. of 10
38A 370218 1 Cloth Bag
38B 53638 1 Hospital Bag, pkg. of 10
39 711401 1 Nut-Riv 10-32
40 370204 1 Backer Plate
Parts List
Item Part No. Qty. Description Item Part No. Qty. Description
41 715171 1 Decal Base Release NS
42 370206B 1 Housing Rear Cover
43 715172 1 Decal Insert Handle
44 711168 4 SCR-ST-B 10-32 x .50 PL
45 730203 1 Filter, Foam
45A 53660 1 Hospital Filter, pkg. of 10
46 710130 2 SCR-MC 8-32 x .62 ST NI
47 740250 1 Thermodisc
48 710362 4 SCR-MC 10-32 x 1.25 STPL
49 740704 1 Vac Motor 120V
49A 740905 1 Vac Motor 230V
50 711124 1 SCR-ST-B 10 x .37 NI
51 740705 1 Power Cord Upright 120V
51A 740083 1 Power Cord Upright 230V
52 711161 1 SCR HI-LO 10 x 3/4 PL
53 740711 1 Switch
54 711181 14 SCR-ST-B HI-LO 8 x .50 PL
55 740726 1 Terminal, Screw/Tab
56 711372 2 Nut-Nyloc 8-32
57 740734 1 PC Board Multi-Vac 120V
57A 740727 1 PCB RFI w/Bag Switch
58 740728 1 Receptacle AC Power
59 740730 1 Wire Assembly, Grounding
60 740731 1 Wire Assembly
61 741011 1 Wire Harness
62 410-4419AA 2 Pop Rivet
63 370194B 1 Cord Hook
64 711503 1 WSR-Flat #10
65 710355 2 SCR-MC 10-32 x .50 STPL
66 711502 3 WSR-Flat #8
67 715154 1 Decal Caution Ins
68 715155 1 Decal Insert Hose
69 715229 1 Decal, Runner
71 715015 1 Decal Warning
72 370207 1 Insulator Pad, Vac Motor
73 715178 1 Decal Bag Install
74 190010 1 Strain Relief
75 370068 2 Carbon Brush (740704)
76 740789 1 Wire Assembly, Grounding
77 370149 4 Gasket, Motor Cover
78 710128 2 SCR-TR HD 1/4-20 x .50

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14” Head Assembly
Parts List
Item Part No. Qty. Description
1370006B 1 Brush Base Top Cover
2 370117 1 Coupling Housing/Base
2A 370141 1 Coupling Housing/Comp.
3 370088 1 Line Cord Grommet
4 740729 1 Power Cord Molded Plug
5 715146 1 Decal Brush Monitor
6 370030 1 Upright Switch Finger
7 740701 1 Switch Mini
8 370059 1 Coupling Switch Cover
9 370203 2 Felt Ring Coupling Flange
10 370210 1 Insulator Brush Motor 14
11 370008 2 Coupling Pivot Plate
12 370085 1 Felt Strip, Base Cover
13 370091 1 Gasket, Intake Cover 8"
14 370090 1 Gasket, Intake Cover 11”
15 370277 1 Brush Assy. Complete MPV 14
16 370022 1 Brush End Plate/Drive
17 370052 1 Brush Drive Pulley
18 370043 1 Belt Brush Drive
19 370209 1 Pulley, Brush Motor
20 740700 1 Brush Motor 14" 120V
20A 740900 1 Brush Motor 14" 240V
21 370069 2 Carbon Brush 120V
21A 740899 2 Carbon Brush 240V
22 370083 1 Brush Strip Assembly, 14”
23 370044 1 Brush Strip Door
24 370023 1 Brush End Plate/Idle
25 370077 1 Bearing, Upright Brush
26 740719 1 Elect Brush Control 120V
26A 740725 1 Elect Brush Control 240V
27 370092 1 Circuit Board Cushion 3"
28 711181 13 SCR-ST-B HI-LO 8 x .50 PL
29 370076 1 Spring Front Axle
30 370032 1 Vacuum Head Cam
31 370005 1 Brush Base
31A 370151 1 Base Assy. (31, 32, 42, 43)
32 370152 1 Rub Strip Replacement
33 740036 2 Terminal Block
34 370064 1 Strain Relief Cover
35 370180 1 Support, Side Arm
36 370021 1 Upright Foot Release
37 370045 1 Upright Rear Axle
38 370073 1 Spring, Upright Axle
39 370009 2 Wheel 2 in. Molded
40 370074 2 Hubcap Upright
41 370075 7 Plate, Axle Retainer
42 370047 2 Brush - Metal Protector
43 370071 1 Wire Formed Protector
44 370031 1 Center Wheel 1.5 Molded
45 370050 1 Center Wheel Axle
46 370040 1 Bumper Molded
47 710362 4 SCR-MC 10-32 x 1.25 STPL
48 710130 2 SCR-MC 8-32 x .62 ST NI
49 710010 1 SCR-MC 6-32 x .37 OH
50 370084 1 Pushnut Bolt Retainer
51 711502 4 WSR-Flat #8
52 370172 2 Bearing, Multi-Vac Neck
53 711577 2 WSR-Flat .260 x .05 x .020
54 715156 1 Decal Caution Brush Start
55 370113 2 Straight Knurled Pin
56 711523 1 WSR-Wave .37 x .68 x.08
57 740799 1 Wire Assy. Grounding

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18” Head Assembly
Parts List
Item Part No. Qty. Description
1 370119B 1 Brush Base Top Cover 18 in.
2 370117 1 Coupling Housing/Base
2A 370141 1 Coupling Housing/Comp.
3 370088 1 Line Cord Grommet
4 740729 1 Power Cord Molded Plug
5 715162 1 Decal Brush Control
6 370030 1 Upright Switch Finger
7 740701 1 Switch Mini
8 370059 1 Coupling Switch Cover
9 370203 2 Felt Ring Coupling Flange
10 370211 1 Insulator Brush Motor 18 in.
11 370008 2 Coupling Pivot Plate
12 370085 1 Felt Strip, Base Cover
13 370091 1 Gasket, Intake Cover 8”
14 370090 1 Gasket, Intake Cover 11”
15 370126 1 Brush Assy. Comp. MPV 18
16 370022 1 Brush End Plate/Drive
17 370052 1 Brush Drive Pulley
18 370174 1 Belt Brush Drive
19 370209 1 Pulley, Brush Motor
20 740718 1 Brush Motor 18" 120V
20A 740724 1 Brush Motor 18" 240V
21 370069 2 Carbon Brush 120V
21A 740899 2 Carbon Brush 240V
22 370128 1 Brush Strip Assy. 18”
23 370044 1 Brush Strip Door
24 370023 1 Brush End Plate/Idle
25 370077 2 Bearing, Upright Brush
26 740719 1 Elect Brush Control 120V
26A 740725 1 Elect Brush Control 240V
27 370092 1 Circuit Board Cushion 3"
28 711181 17 SCR-ST-B HI-LO 8 x .50 PL
29 370076 1 Spring Front Axle
30 370032 1 Vacuum Head Cam
31 370118 1 Brush Base 18”
31A 370144 1 Base Assy. (31, 32, 42, 43)
32 370152 1 Rub Strip Replacement
33 740036 1 Terminal Block
34 190010 1 Strain Relief Cover
35 370180 1 Support, Side Arm
36 370021 1 Upright Foot Release
37 370132 1 Rear Axle 18”
38 370073 1 Spring, Upright Axle
39 370129 2 Wheel 2 in. Molded
40 370074 2 Hubcap Upright
41 370075 9 Plate, Axle Retainer
42 370121 2 Metal Protector 18”
43 370071 1 Wire Formed Protector
44 370143 2 Center Wheel w/Bushing
45 370130 1 Center Wheel Axle 18”
46 370120 1 Bumper Molded 18”
47 710362 5 SCR-MC 10-32 x 1.25 STPL
48 710130 2 SCR-MC 8-32 x .62 ST NIK
49 710010 1 SCR-MC 6-32 x .37 OH
50 370084 1 Pushnut Bolt Retainer
51 711502 4 WSR-Flat #8
52 370172 2 Bearing, Multi-Vac Neck
53 711577 4 WSR-Flat .260 x .05 x .020
54 715156 1 Decal Caution Brush Start
55 370113 2 Straight Knurled Pin
56 711523 1 WSR-Wave .37 x .68 x .08
57 740799 1 Wire Assy. Grounding
58 370133 1 Wire Protector 18”

LIMITED WARRANTY
Minuteman International, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser/user that this product is free from defects in workmanship and
materials under normal use and service for a period of three years from date of purchase. In addition, Minuteman International,
Inc. will, at its option, honor labor warranty claims for the first 12 months from date of sale, provided such claims are submitted
through and approved by factory authorized repair stations. Minuteman International, Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace
without charge, except for transportation costs, parts that fail under normal use and service when operated and maintained in
accordance with the applicable operation and instruction manuals.
This warranty does not apply to normal wear, or to items whose life is dependent on their use and care, such as belts, cords,
switches, hoses, rubber parts, electrical motor components or adjustments. Parts not manufactured by Minuteman International,
Inc. such as engines, batteries, battery chargers, hydraulic pumps, and tires are covered by and subject to the warranties and/
or guarantees of their manufacturers. Please contact Minuteman International, Inc. for procedures in warranty claims against
these manufacturers.
Special warning to purchaser — Use of replacement filters and/or prefilters not manufactured by Minuteman International, Inc.
or its designated licensees, will void all warranties expressed or implied.
A potential health hazard exists without exact original equipment replacement.
All warranteed items become the sole property of Minuteman International, Inc. or its original manufacturer, whichever the case
may be.
Minuteman International, Inc. disclaims any implied warranty, including the warranty of merchantability and the warranty of
fitness for a particular purpose. Minuteman International, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any special, incidental or consequential
damages.
This limited warranty is applicable only in the U.S.A. and Canada, and is extended only to the original user/purchaser of this
product. Customers outside the U.S.A. and Canada should contact their local distributor for export warranty policies. Minuteman
International, Inc. is not responsible for costs or repairs performed by persons other than those specifically authorized by Minuteman
International, Inc. This warranty does not apply to damage from transportation, alterations by unauthorized persons, misuse or
abuse of the equipment, use of non-compatible chemicals, or damage to property, or loss of income due to malfunctions of the
product.
If a difficulty develops with this machine, you should contact the dealer from whom it was purchased.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty
lasts, so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you.
World Headquarters Minuteman Canada, Inc.
Minuteman International, Inc. 2210 Drew Road
111 South Rohlwing Road Mississauga, Ontario
Addison, Illinois 60101 L5S 1B1
[phone] [phone]
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