AirVac AVP3000 Manuals

1 New Construction Vacuum Duct and Wall Inlet Valve Installation Valve Brackets for Wall Inlet Valves 1 Locate the first valve bracket at a point the farthest distance from the power unit. From this location, select additional valve locations. Each location should allow vacuuming in all corners of the room with a 30’ hose. Remember walls and furniture can shorten the distance serviced by a valve in some areas, so be sure to locate inlets with furniture and walls in mind. 2 Nail the valve brackets to the wall studs 12” to 15” above the floor, usually the same distance from the floor as electrical wall outlets. Alternate wall valve bracket configurations are possible. Vacuum Duct System 1 After the valve brackets are nailed in place, drill a 2‑9/16” diameter hole in the header plate directly above each valve bracket. Cement a RISER tube from the valve bracket, extending the tube through the hole in the header plate for each valve. 2 Starting from the farthest valve bracket, lay tubing (cut- to-length) on top of ceiling joist and work toward the power unit location. All sweep fittings must curve in the direction of air flow. Connect all risers from valve brackets to the main duct line using only 90° Sweep Tee Fittings (VM106) or 90° Sweep Fittings (VM103). Cement all duct connections at the time of installation. There cannot be any air leaks in the duct systems. Testing of vacuum integrity with wall inlet valves installed is highly recommended. Vacuum leaks will affect system performance. ➤ NOTE: The use of nail guards (VM118) and plaster guards (VM196) are highly recommended to protect the wall valve brackets and vacuum duct system during construction. Low Voltage Vacuum Control Wiring 1 Low voltage 18-gauge, 2-conductor cable connects all inlet valves to the power unit. When a hose is inserted into the wall inlet valve, the switch in the hose activates the power unit automatically; turning the switch off or removing the hose stops the power unit. Low voltage cable follows the same route as the vacuum duct system. Route the 2-conductor cable from each valve bracket, up the risers to the main duct line. 2 Splice each additional riser cable to the main duct cable using wire nuts. All connections will be in PARALLEL. 3 Secure the wiring to the horizontal main line ducts with tape or quick clips (VM450), but DO NOT TAPE THE CABLE TO THE RISERS. Secure the loose cable end at each valve bracket, allowing 6” of extra cable for each inlet valve connection and 18” of extra cable at the power unit location. Wall Inlet Valve Trim-out 1 When the installation is ready for trim-out, connect the wires from a wall inlet valve to the cable that descends from the riser at the valve bracket. 2 Slide the wall inlet valve into the fitting on the valve bracket. 3 Secure the wall inlet valve to the valve bracket with the two wall plate screws. 4 Repeat steps for each wall inlet valve location. 2 Existing Construction Vacuum Duct Installation Techniques Overhead Vacuum Duct Installation Two people are normally required to perform overhead vacuum duct installations. Power unit installation requirements are the same as in new construction. Wall inlet valves should be limited to interior walls. Exterior walls contain insulation and are not normally accessible from inside the roof to drill holes for the vacuum duct. 1 After marking a wall valve location, check inside the roof area to see if a hole can be drilled in the header plate for the tubing. BEFORE DRILLING, CHECK FOR ELECTRICAL WIRING. If there are no obstructions, drill a 2‑9/16” diameter hole in the header plate. It is possible that you will hit a fire block about halfway down the wall. If this is the case, you must use an extension drill and drill through the fire block. Make sure the drill is straight up and down or you might drill through the side of the wall! 2 After holes are drilled, lower tubing and the low-voltage control wire from inside the roof to the wall valve. Seldom is the roof high enough to use a single length of tubing. As the tube is dropped down the wall to the valve location, several short lengths of tubing should be cemented together with a straight coupling (VM102). 3 At the wall valve location, drill a 1” diameter hole in the wall. Using a flashlight from the attic, check for hole alignment. Then cut a rectangular hole 2-½” horizontal and 3-½” vertically from the center of the 1” diameter hole. This hole will allow an adapter (VM107) to make contact with tubing inside the wall. CEMENT THE ADAPTER TO THE TUBING. 4 Secure the adapter to the mounting bracket (VM142) with screws. After the mounting bracket is attached to the adapter, the completed assembly inside the wall is ready for the inlet valve (VM195). 5 Connect the low-voltage control wires and slide the inlet valve into the fitting on the valve bracket. DO NOT CEMENT THE INLET VALVE TO THE WALL BRACKET FITTING. Tighten the valve against the wall with screws to the mounting bracket. CENTRAL VACUUM MODELS AVP3000, AVP7500, AVP12000, AVP24000 AVR3000, AVR7500, AVR12000, AVR24000 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS For Platinum and Red Series AirVac Units (for Household Use Only) IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES Please read the instructions carefully! Through many years of continuous use -- and through quality tests that are ongoing at our factory -- AirVac central vacuums, attachments and accessories have built a remarkable record for cleaning effectiveness and safety. However, there are potential hazards that could occur if the system is not installed and operated correctly and safely. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE. THE FOLLOWING FORMATS ARE USED FOR SAFETY NOTES IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS   WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRICAL SHOCK, OR INJURY: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.   CAUTION This type of warning note is used to indicate the possibility of damage to the vacuum power unit or vacuum duct system.   WARNING This type of warning note is used to indicate possible fire or electrical shock hazards that may cause serious injuries or death. WALL VALVE BRACKET VM241 WALL VALVE BRACKET VM241 WALL VALVE BRACKET VM241 WALL VALVE BRACKET VM241 WALL VALVE BRACKET VM241 VM112 VM102 VM103 VM103 VM103 VM109 DOUBLE-FLANGED WALL TEE VM101 VM106 VM106 VM106 LOW VOLTAGE WIRES LOW VOLTAGE WIRES LOW VOLTAGE WIRES LOW VOLTAGE WIRES AIRVAC POWER UNIT VM195 WALL INLET VALVE (BACK VIEW) DO NOT CEMENT THIS JOINT! VM195 WALL INLET VALVES TRIM OUT THE VM241 WALL INLET VALVE BRACKETS VM103 VM104 VM104 VM103 TYPICAL VACUUM SYSTEM INSTALLATION IF PROPERLY BALANCED, THE DOOR WILL STAY AT A HALFWAY POSITION IF PROPERLY BALANCED, THE DOOR WILL STAY AT A HALFWAY POSITION ARCHITECT’S SPECIFICATIONS DEPTH DIMENSIONS (TOP VIEW) HEIGHT DIMENSIONS (SIDE VIEW) WALL STUD DRYWALL FOR LEFTWARD EXHAUST 30" MINIMUM 1-3/4" 16" INTAKE (LEFT OR RIGHT) EXHAUST (LEFT, RIGHT OR VERTICAL) 40" TO FLOOR 8-3/4" 7-1/2" 1-1/4" INTAKE AND EXHAUST FROM BOTTOM OF MOUNTING BRACKET EXHAUST INTAKE AC POWER OUTLET MUST BE WITHIN 5 FEET OF POWER UNIT TOP MAIN VACUUM TUBE FARTHEST WALL INLET VALVE LOCATION POWER UNIT TYPICAL WALL INLET VALVE LOCATIONS VALVE BRACKET DRYWALL RISER TUBE STUD VIEW FROM INSIDE OF WALL VALVE BRACKET INSTALLATION TUBING STRAP CEILING JOIST 90˚ ELBOW RISER TUBE VALVE BRACKET BE SURE ALL SWEEP TEE FITTINGS CURVE IN THE DIRECTION OF THE AIR FLOW PLATE STUD SWEEP TEE MAIN VACUUM TUBE TO POWER UNIT DUCT SYSTEM INSTALLATION MAIN VACUUM TUBE CABLE MAIN VACUUM TUBE LOW VOLTAGE WIRES AIRVAC POWER UNIT LOCATION ROUTE 2-CONDUCTOR WIRE FROM EACH VALVE BRACKET UP TO THE MAIN VACUUM TUBE CABLE THAT LEADS TO THE POWER UNIT LOCATION CONTROL WIRE ROUTING VM450 QUICK CLIP VM450 QUICK CLIP WIRE NUTS SPLICE WIRES IN PARALLEL FROM VALVE BRACKET DO NOT TAPE CABLE TO RISER! CONTROL WIRE SPLICING CONNECT CONTROL WIRES TO WALL INLET VALVE ATTACH WALL INLET VALVE TO VALVE BRACKET WITH TWO SCREWS DO NOT CEMENT THIS CONNECTION! WALL INLET VALVE TRIM-OUT LOWER RISER TUBE DOWN FROM ATTIC BECAUSE OF LOW ATTIC CLEARANCE USE VM102 COUPLINGS TO CONNECT SEVERAL SHORT LENGHTS OF TUBING 1“ DIAMETER WALL INLET VALVE INSPECTION HOLE RISER TUBE OVERHEAD RISER INSTALLATION CUT HOLE 2-1/2” WIDE BY 3-1/2” HIGH TO SLIP VM107 ADAPTER INSIDE WALL VM107 ADAPTER LOW VOLTAGE CONTROL WIRE (DO NOT TAPE TO RISER!) ALIGN WITH FINGER WHILE CEMENTING THE FITTING TO THE RISER TUBE ALIGNING THE WALL ADAPTER FITTING   CAUTION All wiring installation must conform to local electrical codes. Wiring in the ground (soil) must be in conduit. All wiring installation must have a good, solid mechanical connection. Protect all connections and/or splices against short circuits using wire nuts.   CAUTION DO NOT CEMENT WALL INLET VALVES TO THE VALVE BRACKET FITTING! Occasionally, wall inlet valves require replacement due to leaky gaskets or other damage. If the wall inlet valve is cemented to the valve bracket fitting, the wall inlet valve cannot be replaced. 1 NEVER OPERATE THE SYSTEM ON WET SURFACES OR TO PICK UP LIQUIDS. 2 DO NOT USE THE SYSTEM TO VACUUM UP FLAMMABLE OR COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS SUCH AS GASOLINE or use in areas where they may be present. 3 Connect the power unit to a properly grounded AC outlet only on a dedicated branch circuit. 4 Current-carrying vacuum hose contains electrical wires. DO NOT USE THE HOSE IF IT IS DAMAGED, CUT, OR PUNCTURED. Avoid vacuuming up sharp objects with the hose. 5 The AirVac system is not a toy. NEVER LET CHILDREN OPERATE, OR PLAY WITH THE AIRVAC SYSTEM. 6 Use only as described in the Owner’s Manual and only with the manufacturer’s recommended attachments. 7 Do not vacuum up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. 8 Do not use without the dust bag (Platinum Series only) and filters in place. 9 Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts. 10 Do not put any object into any of the wall inlet valves or vacuum auxiliary air inlet. Do not use the system with any vacuum opening blocked; keep all ducting free of dust, lint, hair, or anything that may reduce the air flow. 11 Turn off all controls before unplugging the power unit. 12 Use extra care when cleaning stairs to prevent a fall. IF PROPERLY BALANCED, THE DOOR WILL STAY AT A HALFWAY POSITION SPECIFICATIONS POWER UNIT SPECIFICATIONS AIRVAC MODEL OPERATING VOLTAGE OPERATING CURRENT HOUSE CIRCUIT BREAKER SIZE RECEPTACLE TYPE HOME SQUARE FOOTAGE MAXIMUM DUCT LENGTH DEBRIS CAPACITY AIR WATTS WATER LIFT AIR FLOW AVR3000 120 VAC 13.5 AMPS 20 AMP TYPE 1 3000 150 FEET 6 GALLONS 537 PEAK 123” 118 CFM AVR7500 120 VAC 13.5 AMPS 20 AMP TYPE 1 7500 200 FEET 6 GALLONS 551 PEAK 131” 118 CFM AVR12000 120 VAC 13.5 AMPS 20 AMP TYPE 1 12000 350 FEET 6 GALLONS 570 PEAK 127” 122 CFM AVR24000 240 VAC 7 AMPS 15 AMP TYPE 2 12000 500 FEET 6 GALLONS 627 PEAK 137” 124 CFM AVP3000 120 VAC 13.5 AMPS 20 AMP TYPE 1 3000 150 FEET 5.2 GALLONS 537 PEAK 123” 118 CFM AVP7500 120 VAC 13.5 AMPS 20 AMP TYPE 1 7500 200 FEET 5.2 GALLONS 551 PEAK 131” 118 CFM AVP12000 120 VAC 13.5 AMPS 20 AMP TYPE 1 12000 350 FEET 5.2 GALLONS 570 PEAK 127” 122 CFM AVP24000 240 VAC 7 AMPS 15 AMP TYPE 2 12000 500 FEET 5.2 GALLONS 627 PEAK 137” 124 CFM CAUTION All circuit breakers must be SEPARATE and DEDICATED as with any other major appliance. The electrical outlets MUST match the plug WITHOUT USE OF ADAPTERS 120 VAC NEMA 5-15R 240 VAC NEMA 6-15R RECEPTACLE TYPES “TYPE 1” “TYPE 2”