Pearl V-MAX PAV18.2 Owner's manual

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V-MAX™ INDUSTRIAL
HEPA VACUUM CLEANER
OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Caution! Read Safety and General Instructions carefully before using for the first time.
You should record the Serial Number of your vacuum on this
Owner’s/Operator’s Manual.
Pearl Abrasive Co. HEPA Vacuum
REV. 1
#PAV18.2 #PAV26.2 #PAV36.2

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
II. PRODUCT INFORMATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
III. UNPACKING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
IV. FUNCTION PRINCIPLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
V. CLEANING THE FILTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
VI. DUST COLLECTION SYSTEM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
VII. CHANGING THE FILTERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
VIII. SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
IX. MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
X. PAV18.2 PARTS LIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
XI. PAV26.2 PARTS LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11
XII. PAV36.2 PARTS LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13
XIII. TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
XIV. PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
This instruction manual is only for the V-Max™ PAV18.2; PAV26.2; PAV36.2 HEPA vacuums.
The V-Max™ HEPA vacuums can only be used with dry, non-flammable material.
Pearl will not be held responsible if the HEPA vacuums is used for other applications or been used
in ways other than those explained in this instruction manual.
Before using the machine, please read the safety instructions carefully.
Read the complete instruction manual before using the V-Max™ HEPA vacuums.
All spare part used for the V-Max™ HEPA vacuums must be those specified by Pearl.

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Read all instructions. As with all machinery there are certain hazards involved with operation and use of the
machine. The following basic safety precautions should be followed at all times to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and serious personal
injury to you or others. Keep these important operating instructions with this product.
WARNING!
i. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Must read this operating manual carefully before usage.
Operator must read the designated operating steps before usage.
2. People who do wiring and inspecting must have the professional experience and expertise.
3. The power lines must not be placed at the place where workers can easily step on; once some
damages found on the power lines, they must be replaced with new ones. .
4. Must use the power cord originally installed in the machine; please contact the manufacturer in
case of extending the power line.
5. Do not do wiring in a humid environment or with wet hands.
6. Be sure the power plug has ground wire and the power socket has circuit breaker
7. Please plug out if don’t use the machine for a long time. Otherwise, it will reduce the insulating
property and lead to electric shock, electric leakage or fire accident.
8. Do not climb, stand or place stuffs on the machine during its running
9. Do not try to repair or refit the machine personally if something wrong goes with it; please
contact the manufacturer for discussing and choosing the best maintenance solution
10. Suggest using the original filter cartridge or bag if needed.
11. This operating manual should be placed with an unbroken condition near to the machine for the
convenience of reading by the operator.
12. Please cut off the powder before the overhauling.
13. The casters must be in the state of being stopped before the machine runs.
14. This vacuum must not be plugged in the socket that other electric equipments are using, just in
case of fire accident or electric shock due to the overloaded current.
15. The machine cannot suck up the kind of oily or flammable and combustible smoke dust.
16. Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power “off”. Do not leave tool until it comes to a
complete stop.

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ii. PRODUCT INFORMATION
•Compliant with OSHA's respirable crystalline
dust standards
•Heavy-duty metal and aluminum construction
•OSHA compliant for up to 7" grinders
•HEPA Filtration for improved indoor air quality
•Mess-free dust disposal with Pearl continuous
bagging system
•1 (PAV18.2); 2 (PAV26.2), or 3 (PAV36.2) switch
system allows you to activate each motor
independently
•1.5" hose (PAV18.2); 2" hose (PAV26.2 &
PAV36.2)
•Air pulse filter cleaning system efficiently purges
the pre-filter within the closed vacuum
•Certified cylindrical shaped HEPA filter
guaranteed 99.99% efficient at 0.3 microns
•Manometer, measures the negative pressure
within the tank and alerts the operator when filter
needs service
•Large heavy-duty wheels for easy transport over
power cords and other floor obstructions
•UL/CSA certified
•Hour meter, helps to monitor HEPA filter life
•Vacuum includes: Floor tool with brush, spare
brush, hose, wand, HEPA filter, anti-static filter,
and dust bag
•Two-year limited warranty
FRAME CONSTRUCTION
Heavy-duty construction for
industrial applications.
- Heavy gauge steel.
- All metal motor housing.
- Heavy-duty replaceable steel
parts that withstand the worst
environments.
Switch system allows you to activate
each motor independently.
- Allows use of one motor for small
dust shrouds where high CFM’s
are not needed.
- Easy access switch panel.
SWITCH SYSTEM
POWER CORD
Heavy-duty power cord.
Easy access to HEPA filters for
replacing or cleaning.
HEPA FILTER ACCESS
PREFILTER CLEANING
SYSTEM
No need to remove hose to use pre-filter
cleaning system.
- Easy access lever.
LATCHES
Heavy-duty replaceable locking
latches that place the correct
amount of pressure on the seal.
WHEELS
Heavy-duty swivel caster locking
wheels supported with large bolt to
box frame.
Heavy-duty hose.
INCLUDED HOSE
FILTER CLEANING SYSTEM
Metal cover to protect filter
cleaning system with lever.

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iii. UNPACKING
iv. FUNCTION PRINCIPLE
PAV18.2
1 - Hose with 2 cuffs
1 - Floor tool with brush
1 - Spare brush
1 - Wand
1 - HEPA filter
1 - Anti-static filter
1 - Dust bag
1 - 70/38 reducer
PAV26.2
1 - Hose with 2 cuffs
1 - Floor tool with brush
1 - Spare brush
1 - Wand
1 - HEPA filter
1 - Anti-static filter
1 - Dust bag
PAV36.2
1 - Hose with 2 cuffs
1 - Floor tool with brush
1 - Spare brush
1 - Wand
1 - HEPA filter
1 - Anti-static filter
1 - Dust bag
Please check below listed accessories that comes with your HEPA vacuum.
Contact with your local distributors or sales representatives if above mentioned accessories are not included in the package.
The HEPA vacuums are designed to pick up and extract dry, non-flammable and non-hazardous dust and particles.
Contributing an ultimate filtration efficiency up to 99.99% @ 0.3um, the HEPA vacuums are designed with 3 steps
filtration system.
1. The dust or particles sucked up through the inlet will drop down by gravity while hitting the wall of drum
and partly will drop down by the centrifugal force.
2. The rest of the dust and particles will be blocked by built-in pre-filter with filtration up to 99.5% @1um,
while tap the jet-pulse handle, the dust and particles will also drop down.
3. Then very slightly dust will going into the HEPA filter with efficiency up to 99.99@ 0.3um.
v. CLEANING THE FILTER
The filter must be cleaned time to time to remain excellent suction performance. If the vacuum goes high, it means
the pre-filters are blocked with large number of dust.
How to clean the filter? First, pull up the metal plate built in the air inlet to block the air inlet, the vacuum will be
soon built up. Then press the jet-pulse handle for 5 seconds, and repeat this procedure for 4-5 times. Wait 5 second
between every intervals. Finally push down the metal plate for air intake again. See diagram below.

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Pre-Filter /
Anti-static
Cartridge
HEPA Filter
Cartridge
vi. DUST COLLECTION SYSTEM
The dust collection system contains bag holder, nylon puller strap with metal buckle,
nylon ties and continuous dropping bags.
Equipping the continuous bag: firstly unlock the bag holder, put the
continuous dropping bag into the holder, tie up the bottom of the bags with
nylon ties, and fasten the nylon puller strap for sealing.
Getting rid of the dust: while the bag is full of dust or particles, tie up the top
of the bag with 2 nylon ties, finally cut the bag between the 2 nylon ties to
prevent the dust from inhaling in the lung or exposing to the atmosphere.
Important: Please remember to throw the bags into the dust bin or assigned area.
vii. CHANGING THE FILTERS
The operator must wear mask, goggle and gloves while changing the filter.
Must use pre-filters and HEPA filters from us or nearest distributor, no unqualified filters purchased.
PRE-FILTER
•Prepare a clean and empty bag in which the filter will be put.
•Loosen the 3 clamps, take off the main drum cover.
•Lift up the filter gently and put inside the bag, and seal the bag.
•Insert with a new filter.
HEPA FILTER
•Prepare a clean and empty bag in which the filter will be put.
•Loose 2 nuts, take the filter cover.
•Lift up the filter gently and put inside the bag, and seal the bag.
•Insert with a new filter.
Dust Collection Bag

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SPECIFICATIONS:
Voltage 120v / 60 Hz 120v / 60 Hz 120v / 60 Hz
Power 2.3 HP, 1700 W 3.2 HP, 2400 W 3.2 HP, 2400 W
Current 15 A 18 A 18 A
No. of Switch 1 switch 2 switches 3 switches
Airflow (max) 176 cfm 258 cfm 285 cfm
Water lift 140 in 100 in 72 in
Main hose 1.5 in x 16 ft 2 in x 25 ft 2 in x 25 ft
Air inlet 2 in 2 in 2 in
Pre-filter 99.5% @ 1um 99.5% @ 1um 99.5% @ 1um
Pre-filter area 16ft 2in 30ft 2in 45ft 2in
HEPA filter 99.99% @ 0.3um 99.99% @ 0.3um 99.99% @ 0.3um
Total HEPA filter area 13ft 2in 26ft 2in 39ft 2in
Noise level 72 dB(A) 73 dB(A) 73 dB(A)
Dust Collection Plastic bag Plastic bag Plastic bag
Dimension (LxWxH) 16.8 x 27.2 x 44 in 21.4 x 27.5 x 52 in 21.4 x 32.3 x 57.4 in
Weight 77 lbs 125 lbs 143 lbs
#PAV18.2 #PAV26.2 #PAV36.2
viii. SPECIFICATIONS
ix. MAINTENANCE
•When cleaning or servicing the machine, you must switch off the machine and remove the plug.
•Avoid cleaning with a high pressure cleaner.
•Before moving the machine from the work area, the machine must first be cleaned.
•All other equipment must be regarded as contaminated and be treated thereafter.
•If possible, use a special suitable room.
•Proper personnel protective equipment must be used.
•All parts which are contaminated after service must be carefully disposed of in plastic bags according to
local regulations.
•If the machine has to be used for other purposes, it is extremely important that the machine is cleaned,
to avoid the spread of hazardous dust.

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x. PAV18.2 PARTS LIST

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PAV18.2 PARTS LIST
ITEM NO QTY PART NO PARTS NAME
1 1 PAV00100 Clean cover
2 1 PAV00200 Jet-pulse cleaning kit
3 1 PAV00300 Elbow with gasket kit
4 1 PAV0101100 Main drum cover
5 1 PAV18001 Pre-filter
6 1 PAV0102200 Main drum
7 3 PAV00400 Clamp
8 1 PAV00500 Air inlet kit
9 1 PAV00600 Flap assembly
10 1 PAV00900 Puller strap
11 1 PAV00800 Anti-slip sealing
12 1 PAV00700 Bag holder
13 1 PAV0103000 Frame assembly
14 1 PAV01000 Strap holder
15 2 PAV01100 4in. castor
16 1 PAV02600 Hose
17 1 PAV01200 Motor tube cover kit
18 1 PAV0104 HEPA filter
19 1 PAV01400 Sealing
20 1 PAV01500 Motor tube
21 1 PAV01600 EVA top crash pad (EVA)
22 1 PAV01800 Motor, 120V/60HZ
23 1 PAV01900 Motor crash pad (Rubber)
24 1 PAV02000 Motor supporter kit
25 1 PAV0105300 Case (bottom)
26 2 PAV02500 8in. wheel
27 1 PAV0105100 Case (cover)
28 1 PAV0105200 Case (side)
29 1 PAV02100 Switch
30 1 PAV02200 Counter
31 1 PAV02300 Manometer
32 1 PAV0105400 Switch panel

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xi. PAV26.2 PARTS LIST

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ITEM NO QTY PART NO PARTS NAME
1 1 PAV00100 Clean cover
2 1 PAV00200 Jet-pulse cleaning kit
3 2 PAV00300 Elbow with gasket kit
4 1 PAV0201100 Main drum cover
5 1 PAV26005 Pre-filter
6 1 PAV0202200 Main drum
7 3 PAV00400 Clamp
8 1 PAV00500 Air inlet kit
9 1 PAV00600 Flap assembly
10 1 PAV00900 Puller strap
11 1 PAV00800 Anti-slip sealing
12 1 PAV00700 Bag holder
13 1 PAV0203000 Frame assembly
14 1 PAV01000 Strap holder
15 2 PAV01100 4in. castor
16 2 PAV02700 Hose
17 2 PAV01200 Motor tube cover kit
18 2 PAV0104 HEPA filter
19 2 PAV01600 Sealing
20 2 PAV01500 Motor tube
21 2 PAV01600 EVA top crash pad (EVA)
22 2 PAV01801 Motor, 120V/60HZ
23 2 PAV01900 Motor crash pad (Rubber)
24 2 PAV02000 Motor supporter kit
25 1 PAV0205300 Case (bottom)
26 2 PAV10WHEEL 10in. wheel
27 1 PAV0205100 Case (cover)
28 1 PAV0205200 Case (side)
29 2 PAV02100 Switch
30 1 PAV02200 Counter
31 1 PAV02300 Manometer
32 1 PAV0205400 Switch panel
PAV26.2 PARTS LIST

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xii. PAV36.2 PARTS LIST

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ITEM NO QTY PART NO PARTS NAME
1 1 PAV00100 Clean kits cover
2 1 PAV00200 Jet-pulse cleaning kit
3 3 PAV00300 Elbow with gasket kit
4 1 PAV0301100 Main drum cover
5 1 PAV36001 Pre-filter
6 1 PAV0302200 Main drum
7 3 PAV00400 Clamp
8 1 PAV00500 Air inlet kit
9 1 PAV00600 Flap assembly
10 1 PAV00900 Puller strap
11 1 PAV00800 Anti-slip sealing
12 1 PAV01000 Bag holder
13 1 PAV0303000 Frame assembly
14 1 PAV01000 Strap holder
15 2 PAV01100 4in. castor
16 3 PAV02800 Hose
17 3 PAV01200 Motor tube cover kit
18 3 PAV0104 HEPA filter
19 3 PAV01400 Sealing
20 3 PAV01500 Motor tube
21 3 PAV01600 EVA top crash pad (EVA)
22 3 PAV01802 Motor, 120V/60HZ
23 3 PAV01900 Motor crash pad (Rubber)
24 3 PAV02000 Motor supporter kit
25 1 PAV0305300 Case (bottom)
26 2 PAV10WHEEL 10in. wheel
27 1 PAV0305100 Case (cover)
28 1 PAV0305200 Case (side)
29 3 PAV02100 Switch
30 1 PAV02200 Counter
31 1 PAV02300 Manometer
32 1 PAV0305400 Switch panel
PAV36.2 PARTS LIST

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xiii. TROUBLESHOOTING
xiv. PARTS
The machine owner must follow all the instructions within this user manual and carefully operate and maintain the dust
extractor. All the parts needs to be checked timely, confirming all parts is well settled, such as sealing, filters, metal parts,
welding point, bags, motors and etc.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
-No power
-Cable is defective
-Switch is defective
-Plug in the machine
-Replace the cable
-Replace the switch
-Shortcut in cable/machine -Order service
-Hose not connected
-Hose clogged/ blocked
-No dust collection bag
-Connect the hose
-Clean the hose
-Apply the dust collection bag
MOTOR DOESN’T START
-Hole in hose
-Filter clogged
-Loose top cover
-Defective gaskets
-Replace the hose
-Clean or replace the filter
- Adjust
-Replace the defective gasket
MOTOR RUNS BUT LACK
OF SUCTION
MOTOR STOPS IMMEDIATELY
AFTER STARTING
-Wrong position or damaged
filter system -Adjust or replace the filterDUST BLOWN FROM MOTOR
-Order service
ABNORMAL NOISE
MOTOR RUNS BUT THERE IS
NOT SUCTION
HEPA Filter
Cartridge
#PAV0104
Anti-Static Filter Cartridge
For PAV18.2 #PAV18001
For PAV26.2 #PAV26005
For PAV36.2 #PAV36001
Dust Bag 72'
(4-pack)
#PAV0043
Main Hose
For PAV18.2
#PAV0102
For PAV26.2/PAV36.2
#PAV26003
Wand
For PAV18.2 #PAV0103
For PAV26.2/PAV36.2 #PAV26004
Floor Tool
For PAV18.2
#PAV0100
Floor Tool
For PAV26.2/PAV36.2
#PAV26001
Brush
For PAV26.2/PAV36.2
#PAV26002

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Notes:

Part No. VMAXPAVMAN • 02/23
GEORGIA • USA
455 SATELLITE BOULEVARD,
SUWANEE, GA 30024
ONTARIO • CANADA
375-2 PIDO ROAD
PETERBOROUGH, ONTARIO K9J-6X7
CORPORATE OFFICE: SO. CALIFORNIA • USA
4900 ZAMBRANO ST., COMMERCE, CA 90040-0031
562-927-5561 • FAX [phone]
Toll Free: 800-969-5561
www.pearlabrasive.com
PEARL LIMITED WARRANTY
Pearl Abrasive Co. vacuums are thoroughly inspected and tested before leaving the factory. It is warranted to be free of defects from workmanship
for a period of TWO YEAR from the date of original purchase. Pearl will repair or (at our opinion) replace a product, or part thereof, found by Pearl
Abrasive Co. to be defective, provided the defective product is returned to Pearl Abrasive Co., freight pre-paid, with proof of purchase.
RGA NUMBER IS REQUIRED. Prior to return of any product or part, a Return Goods Authorization number must be obtained from Pearl Abrasive Co.
by fax [phone] or calling [phone]. The owner’s name, address, phone number, as well as the serial number of the product, proof of
purchase, and a brief statement detailing the nature of the claimed defect, are required for authorization.
This warranty does not apply where:
• Repairs have been made or attempted by others not approved by Pearl Abrasive Co.
• Repairs required because of normal wear and tear
• The tool has been abused, misused or improperly maintained
• Alterations have been made to the tool
• The product is used in a manner not recommended by the manufacturer
IN NO EVENT SHALL PEARL ABRASIVE CO. BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FROM THE SALE OR USE OF
THE EQUIPMENT. THIS DISCLAIMER APPLIES BOTH DURING AND AFTER THE TERM OF WARRANTY.
Pearl Abrasive Co. disclaims liability for any implied warranties, including implied warranties of MERCHANTABILITY ‘’AND FITNESS FOR A
SPECIFIC PURPOSE’’, after the two-year term of this warranty.
This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Some states do not allow limitation on
how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
All parts replaced under warranty will be considered as part of the original product and any warranty on these parts will expire coincidentally with
the original product warranty.
This warranty supersedes all previous Pearl Abrasive product warranties.