INSTALLATION

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CENTRAL VACUUM POWER UNITS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

WARNING

!

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:

1. Do not use on wet surfaces or outdoors.

1. 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.

2. Do not vacuum liquids or fine powders (such as drywall dust).

3. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.

2. Ensure air flows freely and exhausts unobstructed from top or side outlet.

3. Do not use without filter (or filters, according to the model) in place.

4. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

4. Do not use to blow leaves or debris.

5. Do not place any object on top of the unit.

6. Do not install the unit horizontally.

5. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.

7. Do not use the pail as a wash bucket.

6. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.

8. Do not use the pail as a stool.

9. Avoid picking up sharp objects.

7. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

8. Turn off all controls before unplugging.

10. This appliance is for use on a standard 120 VAC, dedicated 15-amp branch circuit. Some brands of house panel breakers may be more sensitive to startup current than others (for example, Square

9. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

10. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

11. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a Service Center.

12. Keep your work area well lighted.

D brand). In the event where nuisance tripping of the house panel breaker occurs*, we recommend changing the breaker with an “HM” type of the same

AMP rating.

*after ensuring that the circuit is DEDICATED to the central vacuum unit, meaning that there is no other electrical device connected to the central vacuum unit circuit.

13. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See grounding instructions shown on page 9.

14. When performing installation, servicing or cleaning the unit, it is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves.

11. Do not unplug the unit by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

12. Store your vacuum cleaner indoors in a clean, dry area, and away from extreme temperatures.

When applicable local regulations comprise

13. Any servicing other than that recommended in more restrictive installation and/or certification this manual should be performed by an authorized requirements, the aforementioned requirements service facility.

prevail on those of this document and the installer

14. We recommend that your unit be inspected by a agrees to conform to these at his own expenses.

specialized technician once a year.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION .........................................................................................................4

TOOL LISTING .......................................................................................................................................................4

WORKING WITH PLASTIC TUBING......................................................................................................................4

C

UTTING TUBING

......................................................................................................................................................4

M

AKING A JOINT

......................................................................................................................................................4

C

EMENTING FLEXIBLE TUBING

.....................................................................................................................................4

S

ECURE WIRE TO TUBING

..........................................................................................................................................4

WALL INLET INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................4

M

AKING THE WALL INLET CUTOUT

................................................................................................................................4

A

TTACHING THE INLET MOUNTING PLATE

(V144) ............................................................................................................4

C

OMPLETING THE INLET ASSEMBLY

..............................................................................................................................4

I

NSTALLING THE INLET

(V111) ....................................................................................................................................4

V600W VACUSWEEP

®

INLET VALVE INSTALLATION..............................................................5

CONNECTION FROM BELOW ..............................................................................................................................5

CONNECTION FROM BEHIND .............................................................................................................................6

CONNECTION IN A WALL .....................................................................................................................................7

POWER UNIT INSTALLATION ...................................................................................................8

LOCATING THE POWER UNIT ..............................................................................................................................8

CHANGING INTAKE LINE DIRECTION .................................................................................................................8

MOUNTING THE POWER UNIT ............................................................................................................................9

FITTING MAIN LINE TO POWER UNIT ............................................................................................................... 10

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................10

WIRING ................................................................................................................................................................ 10

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................... 11

WHEN TO CHANGE BAG* OR EMPTY DEBRIS PAIL ........................................................................................ 11

HOW TO EMPTY DEBRIS PAIL (BQ2 AND BQ3 POWER UNITS ONLY) ........................................................... 11

BQ1 AND BQ500KIT POWER UNITS DETAILED VIEW ...................................................................................... 11

DISPOSABLE BAG REPLACEMENT (BQ1 AND BQ500KIT POWER UNITS ONLY) ......................................... 11

PERMANENT FILTER (BQ2 AND BQ3 POWER UNITS ONLY) .......................................................................... 12

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF PERMANENT FILTER (BQ2 AND BQ3 POWER UNITS ONLY) ................ 12

MOTOR FOAM FILTER (ALL UNITS) .................................................................................................................. 12

R

EMOVING MOTOR FOAM FILTER

................................................................................................................................ 12

R

EINSTALLING MOTOR FOAM FILTER

............................................................................................................................ 12

ACCESSORIES (BQ500KIT ONLY) .........................................................................................13

ACCESSORIES INCLUDED ................................................................................................................................ 13

INSTALLING HOSE HANGER ............................................................................................................................. 13

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ..................................................................................................14

SERVICE PARTS ......................................................................................................................15

WARRANTY ..............................................................................................................................16

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GENERAL INFORMATION WALL INLET INSTALLATION

TOOL LISTING

MAKING THE WALL INLET CUTOUT

Depending on the installation, the use of the following tools may be required:

Wire strippers, 1/4’’ and 1/2” drill bits, utility knife, putty knife,

2½’’ hole saw, keyhole saw, hammer, cold chisel, level, flashlight, drill, electrical tape, Phillips no. 2 screwdriver, wrench, hacksaw, tape measure, safety glasses.

The wall inlet should be located 18” on-center from the floor and directly in line with the attic or basement inlet tubing hole previously drilled in the wall plate or header. The wall inlet cutout must be exactly 3 7 ∕

8

” high by 2 7 ∕

8

” wide.

ATTACHING THE INLET MOUNTING PLATE

(V144)

Power tools are recommended to make the installation proceed quickly. A mask and gloves should be worn when cutting ducting and using glue.

Reach through the inlet hole and locate the inlet tubing. Pull the flexible tubing through the inlet hole and remove the low-voltage wiring from inside the tube.

WORKING WITH PLASTIC TUBING

CUTTING TUBING

Measure the length of tube needed. Allow 5/8” of tubing for inserting into fittings and 1½” for placing into flexible tubing.

Cut the plastic tubing with a hacksaw, ensuring that the cut is exactly square. Use wire cutters or tin snips to cut flexible tubing, 8” lengths of flexible tubing should not be cut.

Use a small knife or steel wool to remove any burrs from the inside of the tube.

Use a file to slightly bevel the outside of the tube so that it will easily slide into the fitting. Use steel wool or a light grained sandpaper to buff the surface of the tube which will be glued.

Remove the nail flange from the inlet mounting plate (see illustration at right). Apply cement to both the inside of the flexible tubing and to the outside of the mounting plate’s tube ring. Insert the mounting plate’s tube ring in the flexible

AR0040 tubing and twisting the pieces as you join them to spread the cement, and align the mounting plate in a vertical position.

MAKING A JOINT

Now, strip the ends of the two low-voltage wires, and then connect the wires to the screw terminals on the back of the inlet cover. When the wiring is complete, assemble the inlet cover to the tube guard and mounting plate.

Insert the tube into the fitting, aligning both parts as they will be installed. Mark the tube and the fitting to quickly realign the joint.

COMPLETING

THE INLET

ASSEMBLY

Apply cement in an inch-wide band to the outside of the tube.

Insert the tube into the fitting with the alignment marks a quarter turn apart, and then quickly push and turn the fitting to align the marks and spread the cement.

Allow 1 minute for the joint to dry.

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Once you have attached the mounting plate to the flexible tubing, pull the low-voltage wire through the top wiring hole in the mounting plate.

INLET

MOUNTING

PLATE

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CEMENTING FLEXIBLE TUBING

Ensure the ends of the flexible tubing are even. When joining flexible tubing to plastic tubing or to an inlet mounting plate, apply cement to both the inside of the flexible tubing and the outside of the plastic tubing or mounting plate tubing ring. Twist both pieces while joining them to evenly spread the glue. Allow

5 minutes for the cement to set in flexible tubing.

SECURE WIRE TO

TUBING

The low-voltage power wiring is run along with the tubing. Use electrical tape to secure the wire to the tubing. Tape the wire approximately every 12" to 18".

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INSTALLING THE

INLET (V111)

Place the inlet into the wall cutout (the inlet cover remains on the outside). Hold the inlet in place and gradually tighten down each screw a little bit at a time.

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V600W VACUSWEEP

®

INLET VALVE INSTALLATION

CONNECTION FROM BELOW

face and the inside edge of the cabinet.

C

ABINET

Then add 2¾” to the measured distance.

DOOR

Refer to figure

. Measure out the new distance (X + 2¾”) from the cabinet door, to the reference mark.

X

(X) + (2¾”)

R

EFERENCE

M

ARK

C

ABINET

2¾”

K

ICKPLATE

S

UBFLOOR

J

OIST through to the basement. Refer to figure

.

Locate the reference hole in the basement and verify that there are no obstructions within 2” of either side and 4” behind.

R

EFERENCE

MARK

C

ABINET up into the base of the counter using the reference hole as a center. Refer to figure

.

 Using the reference hole as a center, cut a

2 ³/

8

” H x 6 5 /

8

” W rough opening in the kickplate face. Refer to figure

.

J

OIST

S

UBFLOOR

R

EFERENCE HOLE

SEEN FROM BASEMENT

 Glue the long socket of the tight elbow

(part no. V382XS) onto a section of 2” central vacuum tube. Make the terminal connections to the V600W VacuSweep inlet valve by sliding the low-voltage wire into wire clips. Turn the power to the vacuum unit

ON to test the connection. After successful completion of the test, turn power to the vacuum unit OFF. Wrap a piece of wire/ string around the pipe. Using the wire/string to temporarily hold the pipe and elbow in place, insert the V600W VacuSweep inlet valve into the cabinet base and elbow. DO

NOT GLUE this connection (Designed for friction fit). Refer to figure

.

2½” DIA

D

RILL

2½” DIA

HOLE

USING THE REFERENCE HOLE

AS CENTER

D

O NOT GLUE THIS

CONNECTION

 Remove the wire/string. With the door in an open position, secure the V600W

VacuSweep inlet valve to the cabinet base using no. 6 screws. Refer to figure

.

W

IRE

/

STRING

V

ACU

S

WEEP

®

I

NLET VALVE

Ensure that the spring on the electrical connector has 1/8” clearance to rough

opening. Continue with remainder of central vacuum connections.

S

HORT SOCKET

END OF ELBOW

G

LUE THIS

CONNECTION

(

LONG SOCKET

/

PIPE

)

2”

CENTRAL VAC PIPE

C

ABINET

DOOR

J

OIST

V

ACU

S

WEEP

®

I

NLET VALVE

2

X NO

. 6

SCREWS

D

O NOT GLUE

THIS CONNECTION

R

EFERENCE

HOLE

2½” DIA

HOLE

C

UT A

23/

8

” H

X

6 5 /

8

” W

ROUGH OPENING USING THE

REFERENCE HOLE AS CENTER

T

ERMINAL CONNECTIONS

E

LBOW

G

LUE THIS

CONNECTION

2”

CENTRAL VAC PIPE

T

ERMINAL WIRES

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V600W VACUSWEEP

®

INLET VALVE INSTALLATION (

CONT

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D

)

CONNECTION FROM BEHIND

VacuSweep inlet valve so that it can be connected to the central vacuum tube. Measure distance (X) between the kickplate face and the inside edge of the cabinet. Then, add 2¾” to the measured distance. Refer to figure

. Measure out the new distance (X + 2¾”) from the cabinet door, to the reference mark.

C

ABINET

DOOR

X

(X) + (2¾”)

R

EFERENCE

M

ARK

C

ABINET

2¾”

K

ICKPLATE

S

UBFLOOR

J

OIST

R

EFERENCE

MARK

C

ABINET to the basement. Refer to figure

. Locate the reference hole in the basement and verify that there are no obstructions.

J

OIST

S

UBFLOOR

R

EFERENCE HOLE

SEEN FROM BASEMENT floor under the cabinet and approximately 8” behind the location of the V600W VacuSweep inlet valve reference hole so that the V600W VacuSweep inlet valve can be connected to vacuum tube by reaching through the access hole. Refer to figure

.

8”

C

UT

8”

ACCESS

HOLE BEHIND

REFERENCE HOLE

C

ABINET

DOOR

R

EFERENCE

HOLE

 Using the reference hole as a center, cut a

2 ³/

8

” H x 6 5 /

8

” W rough opening in the kickplate face. Refer to figure

.

 Insert a coupling (part no. V127) onto the rear of the housing. DO NOT GLUE this connection (Designed for friction fit). Refer to figure

. Make the terminal

C

OUPLING

D

O NOT GLUE

THIS CONNECTION connections to the V600W VacuSweep inlet valve by sliding the low-voltage wire into wire clips. Turn the

V

ACU

S

WEEP

®

I

NLET VALVE power to the vacuum unit ON to test the connection.

After successful completion of the test, turn power to the vacuum unit OFF. Insert the V600W VacuSweep inlet valve into the cabinet base and tube.

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2”

CENTRAL

VAC PIPE

T

ERMINAL CONNECTIONS

G

LUE THIS

CONNECTION

(

COUPLING

/

PIPE

)

V

ACU

S

WEEP

®

I

NLET VALVE

2

X NO

. 6

SCREWS

D

O NOT GLUE

THIS CONNECTION

J

OIST

C

UT A

23/

8

” H

X

6

5

/

8

” W

ROUGH OPENING USING THE

REFERENCE HOLE AS CENTER

C

OUPLING

G

LUE THIS

CONNECTION

8”

ACCESS

HOLE

8”

ACCESS HOLE

2”

CENTRAL

VAC PIPE

T

ERMINAL

WIRES

 With the door in an open position, secure the V600W

VacuSweep inlet valve to the cabinet base using no. 6 screws. Refer to figure

. Ensure that the

spring on the electrical connector has 1/8”

clearance to rough opening. From the basement reach through the access hole and glue a section of 2” central vacuum tube to the coupling. Continue with remainder of central vacuum connections.

6

V600W VACUSWEEP

®

INLET VALVE INSTALLATION (

CONT

'

D

)

CONNECTION IN A WALL

the wall where V600W VacuSweep inlet valve will be installed. Locate a position where the inlet will be clear of vertical studs and have free access either up or down dependent on location of central vacuum connection to the rest of the system. Refer to figure

.

R

EMOVE

BASEBOARD

S

TUD

S

TUD

S

TUD

R

EFERENCE HOLE AS CENTER the wall as possible, between located studs, drill a small reference hole through the floor and subfloor. Locate this reference hole from beneath and measure over approximately

1

7

/

8

” to center of base plate of wall. Ensure you have 1½” clearance from any obstacles if connecting from below. Refer to figure

.

P

OSITION

BETWEEN STUDS

C

UT A

23/

8

” H

X

6 5 /

8

” W

ROUGH OPENING hole saw to remove wood floor and base plate, sufficient to locate V600W VacuSweep inlet valve centered over the reference hole.

Refer to figure

.

 Using the reference hole as a center, cut a

2 ³/

8

” H x 6

5

/

8

” W rough opening in the wall and baseboard. Refer to figure

.

 Glue the long socket of the tight elbow (part no. V382XS) onto a section of 2” central vacuum tube. Make the terminal connections to the

V600W VacuSweep inlet valve by sliding the low-voltage wire into wire clips. Turn the power to the vacuum unit ON to test the connection.

After successful completion of the test, turn power to the vacuum unit OFF. Wrap a piece of

D

O NOT GLUE

THIS CONNECTION wire/string around the tubing. Using the wire/ string to temporarily hold the pipe and elbow

W

IRE

/

STRING in place, insert the V600W VacuSweep inlet valve into the opening at the base of the wall

V

ACU

S

WEEP

®

I

NLET VALVE and elbow. DO NOT GLUE this connection

(Designed for friction fit). Refer to figure

.

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 Remove the wire/string. With the door in an open position, secure the V600W VacuSweep inlet valve to the wall using no. 6 screws. Refer to figure

. Ensure that the spring on the

electrical connector has 1/8” clearance to

rough opening. Continue with remainder of central vacuum connections.

H

OLE TO

BASEMENT

R

EFERENCE HOLE

AS CENTER

S

HORT SOCKET

END OF ELBOW

V

ACU

S

WEEP

®

I

NLET VALVE

G

LUE THIS

CONNECTION

(

LONG

SOCKET

/

PIPE

)

2

X NO

. 6

SCREWS

2”

CENTRAL

VAC PIPE

2”

CENTRAL VAC PIPE

T

ERMINAL

CONNECTIONS

E

LBOW

G

LUE THIS

CONNECTION

T

ERMINAL

WIRES

7

POWER UNIT INSTALLATION

Do not install outdoors. Before hanging the unit, rest it on a leveled surface to prevent it from falling down. When performing installation, servicing or cleaning the unit, it is recommended to wear safety glasses and gloves.



All units: Flip the intake elbow 180°, then reassemble it to the unit, taking care to keep its gasket at its original position.

LOCATING THE POWER UNIT

gasket is not folded in order to prevent lack of suction and noise.

• Locate the power unit away from the general living area in an accessible location for cleaning and maintenance.

• Locate the power unit within 6 feet of a grounded electrical outlet. The power unit requires a 120 VAC power source, dedicated 15-amp branch circuit.

• Do not locate the power unit close to a source of extreme heat (i.e.: water heater) or in an area with a high ambient temperature (i.e.: attic, furnace room).

• If the power unit is located in a closet or a small utility room, make sure the area is well-ventilated (e.g.: with door louvers).

BQ1

AND



BQ1 and BQ500KIT:

Reassemble the bag

BQ500KIT

adapter to the intake elbow. Align triangle with small inclined stud, then tighten the junction using the screw and nut previously removed in



.

AD0078

CHANGING INTAKE LINE

DIRECTION

The intake line connects to the right side of the unit. However, it is possible to change this configuration; to connect the intake line to the left side of the unit, follow these steps:



Remove debris pail from power unit by releasing both latches on sides of the unit, pulling them out and then pushing up.

Detach the pail from unit.

BQ1

AND

BQ500KIT



BQ1 and BQ500KIT:

Put the bag back in

BQ1

AND

BQ500KIT

place by grasping the edges of its collar and insert over bag adapter. Be careful not to tear the bag.

Ensure the collar is positioned between

AO0080 the taper ring and the bag stopper on the bag adapter.



All units: Put the pail back in its place.

BQ1 and BQ500KIT:

Grasp the edges of the bag collar and pull down; the bag will slide off easily. Do not

pull on the bag. Set the bag aside.

T

APER RING

B

AG STOPPER

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

BQ1 and BQ500KIT:

BQ1

AND

BQ500KIT

Using a Phillips screwdriver no. 2, remove the screw tightening the bag adapter and intake elbow junction.

Disassemble the bag adapter from the intake elbow and set

AD0075 aside with its screw and nut.



All units: Disassemble the intake elbow from the back of the unit using a 3/8” socket to remove both retaining nuts and screws.

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8

POWER UNIT INSTALLATION (

CONT

'

D

)

MOUNTING THE POWER UNIT



Carefully remove debris pail from power unit. Make sure the bag is properly installed in power unit (BQ1 and BQ500KIT units). Remove the installation kit and securely reinstall debris pail.



Refer to illustration below to maintain minimum walls and floor clearance dimensions.

MINIMUM CLEARANCE DIMENSIONS

TOP VIEW

12” minimum

12” minimum

18 ¹/

8

”

UPPER

MOUNTING

HOLES

18 ¹/

8

”

3/4” TYP.

45¼”

MIN.

HEIGHT

12” minimum from ceiling

LOWER

MOUNTING

HOLES

1” TYP.

32 7 /

8

”

18” minimum above floor

FRONT VIEW

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

Position and install the wall mounting bracket with the provided screws. Refer to illustration in the right column for proper mounting dimensions.

CAUTION

Make sure to screw the wall mounting bracket directly to a wall stud for a solid installation.

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

Use the provided mounting screws to secure the mounting bracket on the wall through upper and lower mounting holes.



Hang power unit onto wall mounting bracket. Ensure the back brackets of the power unit are engaged with corresponding wall bracket fingers (or top fingers and lower tab for BQ1 and BQ500KIT models; see figure below). Pull the power unit down to secure.

BQ2 AND BQ3

BQ1 AND BQ500KIT

AD0074

9

POWER UNIT INSTALLATION

(

CONT

'

D

)

GROUNDING

INSTRUCTIONS

FITTING MAIN LINE TO POWER UNIT



Run house vacuum line up to the elbow behind the power unit. Insert the end of the line in the elbow opening and secure house vacuum line by hand tightening the screw and nut provided (see illustration below) DO NOT GLUE.

INTAKE LINE TYPICAL CONNECTION

TO POWER UNIT

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.

I

NTAKE LINE

S

CREW AND

NUT FROM

PARTS BAG

Grounding Instructions – This appliance must be grounded.

If it should malfunction or break down, 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.

WIRING

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

Assemble exhaust tubing to exhaust outlet on top or top side of the unit, according to the power unit model. DO NOT

GLUE.

NOTE FOR BQ3 UNIT ONLY

If desired, the coupling or elbow used to connect the exhaust line to the top of the unit may be secured using two 5/8” included screws.

See illustration at right.

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 tubing connections are air tight.



The exhaust should not be vented into a wall, ceiling or concealed space in the house. It is recommended to vent the vacuum exhaust air to the outdoors. Exterior vented exhaust line should end using Model V145 wall cap.

NOTE: For optimal indoor air quality, exhausting the power unit to the outdoors is recommended but is not required.

This appliance is for use on a standard 120 VAC, dedicated

15-amp branch circuit with a NEMA 5-15R receptacle. Make sure that the power unit is connected to an outlet and has a grounding attachment plug that looks like the plug shown in illustration below. No adapter should be used with this power unit.

T

O

OTHER

INLETS

G

ROUNDING PIN

C

RIMP

CONNECTORS TO

BE CONNECTED

IN LOW VOLTAGE

TABS

G

ROUNDED OUTLETS

I

NLET LEADS

M

ODEL

V133 (22/2)

LOW VOLTAGE WIRE

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I

NLET

I

NLET

I

NLET

NOTE: Inlet leads to be connected to power unit low voltage tabs using crimp connectors (included in parts bag) and low voltage harness.

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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

Open the wall inlet cover and insert the end of the hose into the inlet to turn on the vacuum.

For non-switched hoses, inserting the hose automatically turns on the power unit; removing the hose shuts off the power unit.

Some hoses have switches which can be used to activate power unit. The ON/OFF switch located on the power unit needs to be kept in the OFF position.

As you vacuum, dirt and dust are carried to the power unit where they remain in a bag or in the debris pail (according to the power unit model).

Use the cleaning tools as you would for any other vacuum cleaner. Avoid picking up very large debris or lengthy as these kinds of objects may become lodged in the hose or tubing.

BQ1 AND BQ500KIT POWER UNITS

DETAILED VIEW

M

OTOR FOAM FILTER

V

ACUUM CHAMBER

E

XHAUST OUTLET

I

NLET

B

AG ADAPTER

L

ATCH

WHEN TO CHANGE BAG* OR EMPTY

DEBRIS PAIL

D

ISPOSABLE BAG

D

EBRIS PAIL

With a 6 U.S. gallons (22.7 liters) capacity, under normal conditions the bag/debris pail requires changing/emptying approximately twice a year. If the bag/debris pail is full, you will notice a reduced suction from the system. Unless this loss of suction is caused by a blockage in the system, changing the bag or emptying the debris pail will solve the problem.

NOTE: Even if not filled to capacity, if the bag seems tightly stretched when removing the debris pail, changing the bag will prevent it from tearing.

* Only BQ1 and BQ500KIT units are equipped with a disposable bag (391C).

HOW TO EMPTY DEBRIS PAIL (BQ2

AND BQ3 POWER UNITS ONLY)

To empty the debris pail, release both latches on sides of the unit by pulling out and then pushing up. Holding the pail by the latches, lower it from unit. Carry pail to trash receptacle and dispose of debris. Put the pail back in its place.

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DISPOSABLE BAG REPLACEMENT

(BQ1 AND BQ500KIT POWER UNITS

ONLY)



To remove the disposable bag, release both latches on sides of the unit by pulling out and then pushing up. Remove the pail from unit. Grasp the edges of the bag collar and pull down. The bag will slide off easily. Do not pull on the bag.



Unfold the new bag.



Grasp collar where indicated on the new bag and insert over bag adapter. Be careful not to tear the bag. Ensure the collar is positioned between the taper ring and the bag stopper on the bag adapter (see illustration below). Put the pail back in its place.

T

APER RING

B

AG STOPPER

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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE (

CONT

'

D

)

PERMANENT FILTER (BQ2 AND BQ3

POWER UNITS ONLY)

MOTOR FOAM FILTER (ALL UNITS)

This filter protects the motor and stops small particles from escaping to the outside of the power unit wihout the need to replace it. The filter cleans itself by moving up when the power unit starts, and dropping down when the unit is turned off.

Under normal use, there is no need to maintenance this filter.

It is possible to remove it to inspect the motor foam filter, or to replace it if ever it has been damaged (by sharp debris, for example).

A motor foam safety filter, located at the top of the vacuum chamber provides protection against dirt being pulled into the motor if the disposable bag or permanent filter should accidentally be torn. This filter should be checked and cleaned if necessary when replacement bag is installed (BQ1 and

BQ500KIT units only), or when permanent filter is removed

(BQ2 and BQ3 units only). Simply brush filter clean. If the filter is excessively soiled, hand wash in a water and mild detergent solution and let it dry completely on a flat surface before reinstalling.

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF

PERMANENT FILTER (BQ2 AND BQ3

POWER UNITS ONLY)

CAUTION

Operating the power unit without the motor foam filter will void the warranty.



Remove the pail from unit. To remove the permanent filter, use pull tab (A) located on edge of filter to pull and loosen filter from inlet chamber wall. Squeeze from both sides of the filter to the center of the housing.Then, carefully remove it from the unit.



Squeeze the filter in order

A

to move it past the inlet opening (B) Let the filter bear against the unit wall by releasing the pressure.

AD0084

Make sure to place the rigid ring in its groove to ensure proper sealing.

REMOVING

MOTOR FOAM

FILTER

Remove the debris pail and disposable bag or permanent filter. Lift the center of the wire retaining the motor foam filter and slide the filter out of its location.

NOTE: Make sure the filter is installed so that the pull tab (A) is accessible for future filter removal.

B

REINSTALLING

MOTOR FOAM

FILTER

To reinstall the motor foam filter, reverse the steps described above.

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AD0085

A

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CAUTION

Be sure to reinstall filter properly. Appropriate location is critical to insure proper protection of the motor.

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ACCESSORIES (BQ500KIT ONLY)

ACCESSORIES INCLUDED

B

Standard floor brush

C

Standard hose, 30 ft. long

D

Hose hanger

E

Telescopic wand for static tools

F

Round dusting brush

G

Upholstery tool

H

Long crevice tool

I

Storage bag

INSTALLING HOSE HANGER



Secure the hose hanger to the wall using 2 provided screws.

According to the place chosen, the use of wall anchors (not included) may be necessary.

S

CREWS

B

E



Wind hose around its hanger when not in use.

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AA0024

D

C

F

I

G

H

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

P

ROBLEMS

P

OSSIBLE CAUSES

P

OSSIBLE REMEDY

1. Loss or decrease of suction occurs.

• Debris pail or disposable bag is completely full.

• Change the disposable bag or empty debris pail as described on page 10.

• Debris pail gasket damaged or missing.

• Obstruction in the hose. A blockage in the hose can be determined by inserting the hose into any wall inlet and, while power unit is running, check each additional inlet for normal suction by holding the palm of your hand over the open inlet. If normal suction is felt at all other inlets, insert the hose into a second inlet. If the blockage still exists it is located in the hose.

However, if the blockage does not occur when the hose is changed, the blockage is probably located in the tubing system leading to the original inlet.

• Replace the debris pail gasket.

• Disconnect the hose from the wall inlet and insert a blunt instrument into the hose — slightly smaller in diameter — such as a flexible garden hose. Push the garden hose through the cleaning system hose until the obstruction has been cleared.

• Obstruction in the tubing system inside the walls.

• Insert hose end into any inlet to make power unit run, then place the palm of your hand over the opposite end of the hose. When you can feel the suction increase, hold your hand over the hose end for a few seconds and then quickly remove your hand. This procedure repeated several times should clear the obstruction. If the blockage is not cleared, contact your nearest

Service Center.

• Permanent filter or disposable bag torn.

• Wall inlet cover not properly sealed.

• Exhaust tubing or vent clogged.

• Clean the interior or the unit and install a new permanent filter (or disposable bag).

• Check all wall inlet covers to be sure they are closed and sealed tightly.

• Inspect and remove any blockages.

Power unit does • Defective inlet. Check other wall inlets.

not start, or stops suddenly.

• Power unit internal circuit breaker has been activated (the reset button is popped up).

• Replace defective wall inlet.

• Push on the circuit

R

ESET

button located on the left side of the power unit. If this button pops up again, contact your authorized

Service Center.

P

OWER SWITCH

AC0003

• Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker on house electrical panel.

• Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker on house electrical panel. Ensure the circuit is DEDICATED to the central vacuum unit, meaning that there is no other electrical device connected to the central vacuum unit circuit.

• Some brands of house panel breakers may be more sensitive to startup current than others (for example, Square D brand). Correct the situation by changing the breaker with an “HM” type of

• Defective hose.

the same AMP rating.

• Replace hose as required.

• Power unit overcurrent protector has been • Unplug the power unit, wait at least 15 minutes activated.

and plug the power unit back in.

continuously when

• An electrical short has occurred somewhere in the hose is removed.

the system.

• Set the unit power switch to OFF position.

• Perform a complete check of all wall inlets and power unit low voltage control lead connections.

Contact your authorized Service Center.

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SERVICE PARTS

BQ3 UNIT

1

1

BQ1, BQ2 AND BQ500KIT UNITS

2

11

12

10

9

4

5

3 8

7

6

AL0018

8

9

10

11

12

13

5

6

7

2

3

4

K

EY NO

.

P

ART NO

.

D

ESCRIPTION

S10941409 BQ3 T

OP

C

AP

A

SSEMBLY

(

INCLUDING ITEM

4) (

UPPER PART

)

1

S10941417 BQ2 T

OP

C

AP

A

SSEMBLY

S10941397 BQ1 T

OP

C

AP

A

SSEMBLY

S10941444 BQ500KIT T

OP

C

AP

A

SSEMBLY

S10941398 BQ3 T

OP

C

AP

A

SSEMBLY

(

INCLUDING ITEM

4) (

LOWER PART

)

S10941399 M

OTOR

F

OAM

F

ILTER WITH

F

ASTENER

S10941400 G

ASKET

S10941401 P

ERMANENT

F

ILTER

S99670648 D

EBRIS

P

AIL

(

INCLUDING KEY NO

. 7)

S10941199 L

ATCH AND

S

CREWS

S10941404 L

ATCH

K

EEPER WITH

S

CREWS

S10941405 B

AG

A

DAPTER WITH

N

UT AND

S

CREW

S10941406 I

NTAKE

E

LBOW WITH

G

ASKET

, S

CREWS

,

AND

N

UTS

S99670650 E

XHAUST

P

ORT WITH

G

ASKET AND

S

CREWS

S30390555 U

NIT

S

UPPORT

B

RACKET

391C D

ISPOSABLE

B

AG

(

SET OF

3,

NOT SHOWN

)

NOTE: Order service parts by “Part No.” — not by “Key No.”

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R

EPLACEMENT

P

ARTS AND

R

EPAIRS

In order to ensure your unit remains in good working condition, you must use Broan-NuTone genuine replacement parts only. Broan-NuTone genuine replacement parts are specially designed for each unit and are manufactured to comply with all the applicable certification standards and maintain a high standard of safety. Any third party replacement part used may cause serious damage and drastically reduce the performance level of your unit, which will result in premature failing. Broan-NuTone also recommends to contact a

Broan-NuTone certified service depot for all replacement parts and repairs.

BQ500KIT

1

1

1

1

1

2

1

1

2

1

1

BQ1

1

1

1

2

1

1

2

1

1

1

1

BQ2

1

1

1

1

1

2

2

1

1

1

BQ3

1

1

1

2

2

1

1

1

1

3

WARRANTY

BROAN MODELS BQ1, BQ2, BQ3 AND BQ500KIT

BROAN-NUTONE CANADA ULC

CENTRAL VACUUM POWER UNIT

LIMITED WARRANTY

Broan-NuTone Canada warrants to the original consumer purchaser that its central vacuum power unit will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for five (5) years for BQ1 and BQ500KIT units, eight (8) years for BQ2 units and ten (10) years for BQ3 units. The first year of this warranty covers the parts and labor in an authorized service center. After the first year, the parts only will be covered under this warranty.

THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF

MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

During these time periods, Broan-NuTone Canada will, at its option, repair or replace the power unit or part without charge, which is found to be defective under normal use and service. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO THE INSTALLATION OR THE PARTS USED IN THE

INSTALLED TUBING SYSTEM. All central vacuum hoses, electric or air-driven brushes, filters, attachments and accessories are warranted for one (1) year from the original purchase date with the exception to consumables such as light bulbs and belts. We invite you to register your product on line at www.broan.ca. Broan-NuTone Canada reserves the right to limit this warranty if the product is not registered.

This warranty does not cover (a) normal maintenance and service or (b) any products or parts which have been subject to misuse, negligence, accident, improper maintenance or repair (other than by Broan-NuTone Canada or an authorized representative), faulty installation or installation contrary to recommended installation instructions.

The duration of any implied warranty is limited to the period as specified for the express warranty.

BROAN-NUTONE CANADA’S OBLIGATION TO REPAIR OR REPLACE, AT BROAN-NUTONE CANADA’S OPTION, SHALL BE THE

PURCHASER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS WARRANTY. BROAN-NUTONE CANADA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE

FOR INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH PRODUCT USE OR

PERFORMANCE. Please do not return your unit to place of purchase. Please visit www.broan.ca for your closest service center. You may also call 1-888-882-7626 for the name of an authorized representative in your area. This warranty supersedes all prior warranties.

Warranty service is to be completed by an authorized Service Center designated by Broan-NuTone Canada. Where applicable, in home service will be made available only in areas where a contracted service provider offers service (during the first year only). If in home service is not available, the product will be repaired or replaced, at Broan-NuTone Canada’s discretion, by the nearest authorized service provider. The unit removal and reinstallation works are under the customer responsibility, and Broan-NuTone Canada cannot be charged for them.

To qualify for warranty service, you must notify Broan-NuTone Canada at the address or telephone number stated below. We will then forward you the authorized service depot in your area. You will be required to present evidence of the original purchase date.

Date of Installation Builder or Installer

Model Number and Product Description

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

For the location of your nearest Broan-NuTone Canada ULC dealer, dial toll free: 1-888-882-7626

Please be prepared to provide: Product model number • Date and proof of purchase • The nature of the difficulty

Broan-NuTone Canada ULC, 1140 Tristar Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L5T 1H9

Product specifications subject to change without notice. Printed in Canada.

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