VacuMaid GARAGE VAC User manual

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OWNERS MANUAL
READ BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SYSTEM

• Do not leave room when hose is
plugged intotheinlet. Disconnectpower
before servicing.
• Electric shock couldoccurifusedonwet
surfaces.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
• Use only as described in this manual.
Use only those attachments that are rec-
ommended.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
Ifapplicanceisnotworkingasitshould,has
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 unplug hose from system by
pulling on vacuum hose. To unplug hose,
grasp the cu, located on the end of the
hose, pull out with a twisting motion.
• Donotputanythingintovacuuminletor
vents. Keep inlet free of things that might
slow airow, such as lint, dust and hair. Do
not use the vacuum system if something
is blocking an opening.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
* Read all instructions before using this appliance.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of re, electric shock or injury:
* Always follow these safety instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Ifequippedwithanairturbinepower
brush unplug the vacuum hose before
attaching power brush. Keep ngers,
hands and toes away from the base of the
power brush. Failure to do so could result in
injury from moving parts.
• Notintentedasawetpickup.Donotuse
topickupliquidsofanykind.Doingsowill
void warranty.
• In the event the power unit should
get wet, do not use the vacuum system
until it has been properly serviced and
examined by a serviceman or installer.
• Keephair,looseclothing,ngersandall
parts of the body away from wand, other
openings and moving parts.
• If so equipped, do not use your vacuum
system without dustbag in place.
• Alwaysdisconnectvacuumsystembefore
emptying dirt canister or replacing dustbag.
• Useextracarewhencleaningonstairs.
• Donotusetopickupammableorcom-
bustibleliquidssuchasgasolineoruseinareas
wheresuchliquidsmaybepresent.
• Donotusetopickupdrywallorcement
dust. Doing so will void warranty.
• Do not pick up anything that is burn-
ing or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches or hot ashes.
• Whennishedputthevacuumhoseandat-
tachmentsawaytopreventtripping accidents.
• Foragroundedappliance,connecttoa
properly grounded outlet only. See
grounding instructions.

CAUTION: Do not use when rug (or oor) is wet.
ATTENTION: Ne pas utiliser lorsque le tapis (ou le plancher) est moduille.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
-WARNING-
ELECTRIC SHOCK COULD OCCUR IF USED ON WET SURFACES
FOR CORD CONNECTED APPLIANCE
Thisappliancemust be grounded. Ifit should malfunction orbreakdown,grounding
provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric
shock. Your vacuum system is supplied with an electrical cord having a grounding
pin. It is recommended that this plug be used only with an appropriate outlet that
is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinanc-
es. This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit (U.S. only) or 230/250 volt
circuits where applicable, and has a grounded plug that looks like the plug shown
in Figure A. A temporary adapter, that looks like the adapter illustrated in Figure
B, may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in Figure B if a
properly grounded outlet is not available.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet (Fig-
ureA)canbeinstalledbyaqualiedelectrician.NOTE: Temporary adapters are
not permitted in Canada. The green colored rigid ear, lug or the like, extending
from the adapter, must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly
grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place
by a metal screw.
DANGER---
GROUNDING
PIN
GROUNDED
OUTLET
Improperconnection of the equipment - grounding
conductorcanresultinariskofelectricshock.Checkwithaqualiedelectrician
or your installer 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 t the outlet
useatemporaryadaptorasshownandhaveaproperoutletinstalledbyaqualied
electrician as soon as possible.
ADAPTER
METAL
SCREW
TAB FOR
GROUNDING SCREW
FIGURE A FIGURE B
Yourvacuumdoesnotrequireanyoil.Thebearingsinthemotoraregreased
and sealed for life. Do not add lubricant.
* THIS IS NOT A WET VAC *

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Parts
1. Hose
2. Hose Hanger
3. Dusting Brush
4. Upholstery Tool
5. Crevice Tool
6. Telescopic Wand
7. Floor Brush
8. Tool Storage Bag
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2
3
45
67
8
Cu
For use when using the Blowing Feature.
See Pg. 7 for details.
HEPA Bag (HPB2H)
Must be installed onto the bag stem
before use.
See Pg. 8 for details.
Replacements sold in 3 pack
Part #: HPB2HPK
Protector Plate (PP101)
This plate should already be installed
in your unit when you receive it, just
below the HEPA bag.
Be sure it is face up. (Pg. 5 for details.)
Cannot be plumbed for use as a central vac.
DO NOT USE AS A WET VAC
Utility Valve
Use for “Vacuuming”
(Must be held open with
additional cu, when
wanting to use the Blow
feature)
Exhaust
Use for “Blowing”
Lid
HEPA Bag is located inside the
unit, below the lid.
On/O switch
Additional tools needed for installation:
•Level
•RubberMallet
•ElectricDrill
•1/8”drillbit
(If mounting on block or concrete wall,
you will need masonry bit & plastic or
lead anchors - not provided)
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2
3
4
56
7
8
Tool kit for standard Garage Vac Tool kit for Garage Vac PRO
Other items included with this system...
Latches

Installation & Mounting
CHOOSE THE MOUNTING LOCATION
• The unit must be mounted within 5 feet of an
electrical outlet. Do not use an extension cord.
• The unit should be mounted so that it is in a dry
location and out of the way, but still accessible for
emptying and accessing the utility valves.
Suggested mounting: Minimum of 12 inches
between unit lid and ceiling or shelving.
• Do not install this unit where ambient temperature
regularly exceeds 120 degrees F.
• Vacuums must breathe...do not enclose. Be sure to
mount 6 inches from sidewalls.
MOUNTING THE WALL BRACKET SHEETROCK *
If installing direct from the factory, you will rst need
to slide the wall bracket out of the unit bracket. These
brackets are found on the back of the unit. There
may be a long narrow aluminum brace holding them
together. This piece is there for shipping purposes and
can be thrown away.
1. Find center of stud and mount the wall bracket.
 Note,thebracketmountsinthemiddleoftheunit,
so you will need to mount approx. 3” below your
desired unit height. See g. 1 for more details.
2. Use wall hanger bracket as a template. Use the two
vertical holes (approximately 10”apart). Then, mark
the location on the stud.
3. Use a 1/8” drill bit and drill two pilot holes for these
two vertical holes.
4. Mount the wall hanger bracket with washers and lag
screws provided. (Side grommets are for vibration.
Use the two vertical holes for mounting.)
5. Tighten screws until the washers are snug against
the rubber grommets. (Fig. 2)
ATTACHING UNIT TO MOUNTING BRACKET
Mount the VacuMaid® Garage Vac by sliding the attached
unit bracket onto the wall bracket (Fig. 3) and slide it
down until the unit rests securely into the bracket.
MOUNTING THE HOSE HANGER
Mount high enough so you can loop your hose only
four times and still clear the oor.
Predrill holes with 1/8”drill bit. Mount to the stud using
the two screws provided. (Fig. 4)
Fig. 1 You will need to be able to
remove the bag from the top of
the unit. Be sure to leave enough
room when mounting.
Fig. 2 Mount the wall bracket.
Fig. 3 Slide the unit bracket into
the mounted wall bracket.
*If mounting on a block or concrete wall, drill the holes with masonry bit and insert plastic or lead anchors (not included).
If mounting on plaster, wall board or panel walls, be sure mounting bolts enter studs.
Fig. 4 Mount the hose hanger.
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