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
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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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FIRST TIME USE
1 Make sure the PP101 Protector Plate is in place. This
is necessary for proper suction.
Upon receiving your vacuum system, lift o the lid.
The protector plate should be located inside the can
just below the HEPA bag.
The protector plate is installed correctly when it lays
at, prong side down, directly under the HEPA bag.
The warning label should be facing up. The plate
provides a barrier between the HEPA bag and mesh
screen. This allows air to circulate preventing the mo-
tor from overheating.
Do not throw this part away.
PP101
Protector Plate
Protector plate must be
installed properly for the
vacuum to work
Before using your system for the rst time, follow these 3 steps.
2 Install the HEPA bag onto the inlet inside the canister.
First, take the bag and fully expand it.
Then place it in the canister and slide its gasket onto the
inlet stem until it drops into place in the ridge that is
around the inlet stem.
Replace the lid onto the dirt canister and ensure that it
seals properly.
3 You will need to attach the curved wand to the hose.
To do so, you will twist the wand to the LEFT as you
threaditontothehose.Note:Thisistheoppositedirec-
tion of typical threading.
REMINDER: This is not a wet pickup and cannot be used with liquid.
Doing so will void warranty.

Vacuuming
Inserting the hose
The hose connects to the system through the utility valve
inlet on the front of the unit by lifting the door open and
inserting the hose. (Fig. 1)
See below for using your attachments & cleaning tools.
On/O Switch
Insert the hose before turning the unit on.
The system is turned on and o by ipping
the switch on the side of the unit.
Blowing
The exhaust will operate as a light blower for your shop
or garage. This feature does not replace a leaf blower.
(Popping noise & some air leakage is common.)
To operate the blowing feature:
Attach the hose to the black Exhaust/Blow Stem located
on the side of the unit. (Fig. 2)
For this feature to operate, you must also open the utility
valve on the front of the unit and insert the additional
cu that is included with your system. (Fig. 3) This must
remain inserted to hold the door open for the blow
feature to work.
When nished, turn o the unit rst, then remove both
the hose and cu from the two inlets.
USING YOUR SYSTEM
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3
USING YOUR ATTACHMENTS & CLEANING TOOLS
CLEANING TOOLS
All cleaning tools will attach to either
the hose end or the telescopic wand by
pushing rmly onto the end.
a) Upholstery Tool
Works well for cleaning
car upholstery & carpet.
b) Crevice Tool
Reach into cracks and
crevices that are
hard to reach.
c) Dusting Brush
Use for dusting shelves,
tables, dashboards, etc.
Hose Hanger Loop hose on hanger
approx. 4-5 times or loop hose on oor and
then pick up and hang on hanger.
Telescopic Wand
Provides you extra length for oor
cleaning or reaching high areas.
To use: Adjust by a) twisting the ratcheting
mechanism in the middle of the wand to release
and extend. Twist back to tighten. b) Adjust by
pressing down on the ratcheting mechanism in
the middle of the wand to release and extend.
Floor Brush For cleaning light dirt & dust
on hard oor surfaces.
To use: Attach to telescopic
wand and go back and forth
over the area to be cleaned.
Do not force the front of
the brush down when moving forward. Allow the
brush to gently glide across the oor to pick up
larger debris.
(FT220 oor tool is recommended for larger debris. Sold separately)
ab

This system uses a sealed HEPA type bag. The mass of
dirt and debris is picked up by your vacuum and depos-
ited into the bag inside your dirt canister.
Emptying your Dirt Can
To remove accumulation, follow these steps:
Remove the lid by unhooking the clamps & releasing
the latches on the top of the canister. (Fig. 1) Lift lid
straight up. (Fig. 2)
Remove the bag by sliding the rubber gasket that sur-
rounds the hole in the paper bag o the plastic inlet stem
that protrudes through the front of the canister. (Fig. 3)
Once the bag is o of the inlet stem, seal the bag by
removing the backing from the tab and cover the hole
with the ap. Press the ap so that it securely seals
over the hole (Fig. 4). This will help prevent dirt and
dustfromescaping.Now,liftthepaperbagfromthe
dirt canister and place in a suitable trash container.
Take a new bag and extend it fully (Fig. 5).
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2
3
4
5
If bag breaks...
In the event of a bag breaking while in the unit, it is
necessary to lift the plate located under the bag and
clean the small screen.
The bag should be changed or cleaned when there is 3-6 inches of dirt or
anytime there is a noticeable reduction of air ow at the cleaning
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I CHECK OR EMPTY THE HEPA BAG?
?
tool. Initially, the dirt canister should be checked or emptied weekly until some
idea can be obtained as to how long it takes to half ll the canister under your
normal cleaning routine. All vacuum systems will function more eectively
iftheyareemptiedfrequently.Undernocircumstancesshouldyouallowyour
dirt canister to become more than 3/4 full before emptying.
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MAINTENANCE
Installing a New Bag
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4
3
2
1
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Place bag in the canister, and slide its rubber gasket
onto the inlet stem until the rubber gasket drops into
place in the ridge that is around the inlet stem (Fig. 6).
Carefully replace the lid onto the dirt canister to
ensurethatitsealsproperly.Notdoingsocouldcause
a vacuum leak and reduce the cleaning eciency of
your system. Once properly on top, secure the lid with
the latches by hooking the clip over the side of the
lid and pushing down on the lever to lock into place.
Repeat for each side.

WARRANTY
ITEMS COVERED
* The GARAGE VAC by VacuMaid system is warranted
for a period of 5 years. Hoses, oor brushes, and
cleaning tools are warranted for a period of 2 years.
All warranties commence from the original date of
purchase. Any warranted defects will be repaired
or replaced without cost to the customer except for
transportation charges and/or charges associated
with removal and reinstallation. This Warranty is given
only to the original owner and cannot be transferred.
ITEMS NOT COVERED
ThisWarrantydoesnot coversuchconditionsasnormal
wear to the power unit resulting from normal usage or
fromdamagecaused byaccidents,negligence,misuse,
orimproperalteration,or fromdamage byre,ood,or
otheracts ofGod. Motorbrushwear is normaland isnot
considered to be a defect in material or workmanship.
Further, thisWarranty doesnotapply tovacuumtubing,
ttings,inlets,ortothe act ofinstallingthe GARAGEVAC
by VacuMaid system, including installation materials,
installation damages, or damage to the power unit
caused by defective or improper installation of the
GARAGE VAC by VACUMAID. This warranty also does
not cover pick up, delivery or house calls.
Pickingupliquidofanykindwillvoidwarranty.
5 YEAR LIMITED* WARRANTY
Domestic Residential Use only
This Warranty gives you specic legal rights, you may also have other rights
which vary from State to State (or Province).
LINDSAY MANUFACTURING, INC. / P.O. BOX 1708 / PONCA CITY, OK 74602
Garage Vac by VacuMaid®is the registered trademark of Lindsay Manufacturing, Inc.
DISCLAIMER OF OTHER WARRANTIES
LINDSAY MANUFACTURING, INC., HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY WHATSOEVER FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHICH OCCUR AS A RESULT OF DEFECTS IN MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP IN THE
PRODUCT. LINDSAY MANUFACTURING, INC., ALSO HEREBY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIEDWARRANTIES, INCLUDINGTHE
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
SOME STATES (or provinces) 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 (or provinces) DO
NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU. TO THE EXTENT THAT ANY LAW PROHIBITS, IN WHOLE OR PART, THE LIMITATION OF IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THE PRODUCT SHALL NOT EXCEED A PERIOD OF 5 YEARS
FOR SINGLE RESIDENTIAL APPLICATIONS OR 90 DAYS FOR COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL AND OTHER APPLICATIONS.
This warranty is exclusive and is in lieu of all other expressed warranties, and in lieu of all other obligations or liabilities on
the part of Lindsay Manufacturing, Inc., for damage to person or property. We do not authorize any person, including any
dealer, agent, supplier, or representative of Lindsay Manufacturing, Inc., to make any other warranty or guarantee on our
behalf, or assume for us any liability on the GARAGE VAC by VACUMAID Vacuum System other than that contained herein.
NooralrepresentationsregardingwarrantyshallbebindinguponLindsayManufacturing,Inc.,whetherextendedbefore
or after sale of that product.
TERMS OF WARRANTY AND RESTRICTIONS
*The 5 year/2 year term of this limited Warranty is
eective for single family residential applications only.
In commercial/industrial and other applications, this
limited warranty is valid for ninety (90) days only from
the date of purchase forall components of the system.
In commercial/industrial and other applications, this
warranty shall be for the benet only of the original
owner of the GARAGE VAC by VacuMaid system. War-
ranty will be void if service is provided by anyone other
thananauthorizedVACUMAIDdealerusingVACUMAID
replacement parts.
HOW TO INVOKE THIS WARRANTY
If it should ever become necessary to invoke the rights
and privileges of this Warranty during the period of
eectiveness the following procedures should be
followed:
a) Refer to operating maintenance instructions
to ascertain that a malfunction of the vacuum
cleaner has actually occurred.
b) Notify the VACUMAID representative, at
1-800-221-1862, that you have a problem
and describe the nature of your diculty.

Vacuum cleaner won’t run
 • Be sure the unit is plugged in.
 • Be sure you turned the system on.
 • Check your circuit breaker panel.
Make sure there is not too much on
that circuit causing it to trip.
Blowing function is not working
 • Be sure your hose is plugged into the
exhaust hole on the side of the unit.
 • Be sure you have the additional cu
inserted in the utility valve on the
front of the unit. If this door is not left
open, the blowing feature will not
work properly.
 • Popping & air leakage is normal.
Low suction or no suction
 • First, see above.
 • Usually low suction is caused by a full
bag. Change your bag. See
Operating Instructions for details.
 • Is the dirt canister lid o or loose?
  Besurethelidisreplacedsquarelyon
the top of the canister and that the
gasket has not been pulled loose or it
could allow a vacuum leak. If gasket is
loose, reattach with contact cement
or super glue.
 • Is there blockage in the hose or tools?
Disconnect the hose from power unit,
use a blunt item to push the clog out.
If the blockage is in the tools, remove it.
 • Is PP101 Protector Plate in place?
Lift the lid. The metal plate should
be located just beneath the HEPA bag
inside the can, laying at with the
smooth side up.
Most problems that develop can be xed easily by following the below suggested solutions:
TROUBLESHOOTING