IST M40 Owner's Manual

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Owner's Manual
fOr hOuseOld use Only
Please read this document carefully before installing
and/or using your vacuum cleaning system.
serial No: _______________________________________________

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual fOr hOuseOld use Only Please read this document carefully before installing and/or using your vacuum cleaning system. serial No: _______________________________________________...
  • Page 3 Important Safety InStructIonS 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 fire, electric shock, or injury: 1. Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table Of cOnTenTs Preface schematic – M40 & M50 schematic – other Models InstallatIon Unit installation Dos & Don’ts Muffler installation electric Connections Grounding instructions low Voltage Connections operatIng InstructIons Hose Hook-up & inlets leD indicator attachments MaIntenance Motor Maintenance – with bag Converting the vacuum unit Maintenance –...
  • Page 6: Preface

    Preface Your new isT central vacuum system was designed and manufactured in Blainville, Quebec, by the largest central vacuum cleaner manufacturer in Canada. With over forty five years of experience in the industry, we provide a high-quality product, and guarantee your complete satisfaction. our extensive network of qualified professionals ensures first quality service near you.
  • Page 7: Schematic

    scheMaTic 1. Circuit Breaker 2. low Voltage Connector (M70 & 80 with leD) 3. serial Number 4. air intake 5. air exhaust 6. Muffler (optional) min. 30 cm (12") min. 30 cm (12") With muffler turned down min. 30 cm (12") min.
  • Page 8: Unit Installation

    2 Contrary to all other connections in the piping system, do not glue the last fitting to your unit. isT central vacuums are equipped with an adjustable air intake valve (figure 3), which does not require glue. an air- tight fit is achieved with the screw-type adjustment on the fitting itself.
  • Page 9: Dos & Don'ts

    dOs & dOn’Ts InstallIng conduIts Installation...
  • Page 10 dOs & dOn’Ts Installation...
  • Page 11 dOs & dOn’Ts InstallIng Inlets When installing your vacuum inlets, we recommend that the principle of electric polarity be taken into account. ensure that the wire connected onto contact a on inlet 1 is the same as that connected to contact a on inlet 2, and so on. Do not cross, reverse or interchange wires.
  • Page 12: Muffler Installation

    Muffler insTallaTiOn (OPTiOnal) 1. insert the rubber coupling on the vacuum air exhausts. 2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, tighten the clamp collar to ensure adequate sealing. 3. insert the 90° elbow into the rubber coupling, and tighten then clamp collar as per instructions in step 2.
  • Page 13: Electric Connections

    elecTric cOnnecTiOns There should be an electric outlet within 1 meter (3 feet) of your central vacuum unit. once the appliance is installed in a suitable location, connect your power unit to an electric outlet on an dedicated* grounded circuit. Do not use extension cords or modify the length of your vacuum cleaner’s power cord.
  • Page 14: Grounding Instructions

    GrOundinG insTrucTiOns This appliance must be grounded. if it should malfunction or breakdown, 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 inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
  • Page 15: Low Voltage Connections

    lOw VOlTaGe cOnnecTiOns Connect the low voltage wires to the low voltage inlet on your unit. To do so: 1. strip wires over 1 cm (1/2 inch) (figure 5). 2. Gently press on the toggle to open the connector (figure 6). 3.
  • Page 16: Operating Instructions

    hOse hOOk-uP & inleTs Before operating your central vacuum… Please verify that it is properly connected to the piping system, and to a grounded electrical outlet, and that the low voltage wires are connected to the unit (see pages 8 to 15). Then read the complete owner’s manual and proceed with a quick verification of your unit’s installation: •...
  • Page 17: Led Indicator

    led indicaTOr S7 & S8 ModelS led – On low voltage connector Steady green – indicates unit is connected to a power source. Operating Instructions...
  • Page 18: Attachments

    aTTachMenTs oVal dustIng brush Use just about anywhere: on lamps & lamp shades, blinds, shelves, decorative trims. upholstery brush With removable bristles, use to clean all upholstered furniture such as sofas, chairs, and mattresses. creVIce tool Use in narrow spaces, nooks and crannies, such as heating ducts, between sofa cushions, and between window panes.
  • Page 19 aTTachMenTs hose hanger in addition to conveniently holding your hose, it’s specially designed to allow the storage of your floor brush on the telescopic wand, without crushing the brush bristles. telescopIc Wand it’s easily adjusted to the push button here desired height.
  • Page 20: Maintenance

    MOTOr Please note that IST motors do not require lubrication. each motor contains two carbon brushes which will wear normally, and may eventually require replacement. For warranty purposes, this should be done by an authorized service center. The brush's life is affected by the number of hours of use, frequency of start-ups and shut-downs, humidity, altitude, and temperature.
  • Page 21: Maintenance - With Bag

    MainTenance use WIth bag Change the bag when the one in place is full. Frequency will depend on the use of the unit. 1. To access the bag, unlatch the two clips and remove the dust receptacle (figure 13). 2. remove the used bag and seal bag opening (adhesive seal provided on each bag).
  • Page 22: Converting The Vacuum Unit

    The VacuuM uniT use WIthout bag Your isT central vacuum unit was designed for use with or without disposable bag. Though it is sold with a bag installed, it can easily be removed, and the unit modified for use without disposable bags.
  • Page 23: Maintenance - Without Bag

    MainTenance use WIthout bag We recommend you empty the dust receptacle and clean the permanent filter at least each season, depending on use of your central vacuum. 1. To empty the dust receptacle: Disconnect the unit from the electric outlet. Unlatch the two clips, remove the receptacle (figure 20), and empty into an appropriate container.
  • Page 24: General Information

    General infOrMaTiOn if the vacuum unit does not work, check the fuse or breaker on the unit and/ or in the electrical panel in your home, and replace any defective part(s) as deemed necessary. Please verify that the unit has been installed properly, according to the instructions in this manual.
  • Page 25: Decrease In Suction Strength

    TrOubleshOOTinG probleM possIble cause correctIVe actIon Decrease in suction Dirt recipient / Bag is empty dirt recipient / strength full change bag (see page 21 to 23). Dirt recipient is not Check clamps holding properly attached dirt recipient, to make sure they are tight, and dirt recipient is aligned.
  • Page 26 TrOubleshOOTinG probleM possIble cause correctIVe actIon Decrease in suction obstruction in the remove the screw from strength (cont.) piping system the air intake connector, to free the central vacuum unit from the piping system (see figure 3 on page 8). start the unit by plugging the hose into a vacuum inlet.
  • Page 27: Vacuum Will Not Start

    TrOubleshOOTinG probleM possIble cause correctIVe actIon ensure that the Vacuum will not start The electrical power is power cord is plugged not connected properly into a dedicated grounded electrical outlet, according to specifications on pages 13 and 14. Verify the low voltage low voltage wire not wires, make sure they connected properly...
  • Page 28: Vacuum Will Not Stop

    TrOubleshOOTinG probleM possIble cause correctIVe actIon Vacuum will not stop Hose improperly ensure that the hose inserted into vacuum end is properly placed inlet in the vacuum inlet: the tab on the hose should fit into the slots on the inlet, to ensure adequate contacts for the hose switch to function (see...
  • Page 29: Warranty Information

    10 years in order to maintain your warranty, all repairs must be made by an authorized isT service center, with original Trovac parts. Failure to do so could void the warranty. This warranty excludes normal wear and tear of certain parts such as filters, damages caused (according to isT) by abusive use (ex.: drywall dust, water,...
  • Page 30: Warranty On Attachments

    Your attachments are guaranteed for one year, subject to certain conditions. if during this one year period, an accessory presents a manufacturing defect, return it to the nearest authorized isT service center along with a copy of your invoice (clearly indicating the attachments purchased), and we will repair or replace the part according to the conditions of the warranty.
  • Page 31: Weee Directive

    weee direcTiVe Important Environmental Information – European Economic Area only This appliance has been assessed in accordance with the european Parliament Directive on Waste electrical and electronic equipment, usually referred to as the Weee Directive. The Weee Directive requires that the appliance be disposed of at the end of its useful life in an environmentally responsible manner.
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