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2. PLANNING
Installing the piping for a central vacuum system does not require specialized tools and can be done by anyone.
However, it is important to take time to plan the installation carefully. Be sure to check the positioning of inlets
several times, in relation to furniture, the length of the hose and the components that will be inside the wall. You do
not want to drill holes in the wrong places!
By following the tips we give you in this guide, you will have a successful installation while simplifying your life. If
you do not feel up to the task, we recommend that you make use of a specialized technician.
LIST OF TOOLS REQUIRED
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Drill with 1/2» chuck
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2-1/2» hole saw
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Serrated knife or utility knife
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Tape Measure
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Philips screwdriver
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Flat screwdriver
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Electrician's tape and connectors
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Diagonal cutters
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Wire hanger
SELECT THE LOCATION FOR THE POWER UNIT
Select a location for the Power Unit which is away from the most frequented places in the house, such as a garage
- you want to hide the noise of the motor as much as possible. However, the Power Unit must be located in a well
ventilated location, especially if in a small room. If this is the case, ensure that the room is well ventilated (install
louvered doors or a vent).
Also select a location that is easily accessible for equipment maintenance. If the house has several floors, for best
results it is recommended to install the Power Unit in the basement or a lower floor. Finally, the Power Unit must not
be installed near a source of heat such as a furnace or in an attic.
If you plan to exhaust outside the building, install it on the exterior wall. For convenience, we suggest installing the
muffler, if the Power Unit does not have an integrated one.
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CHOOSE THE HOSE LENGTH
Plan to use a 28'/8.5m hose to ensure optimal performance of the system. If a hose of this length will not let you
reach remote points, you can use a 34'/10.4m hose or install more than one vacuum inlet. (see Location of Vacuum
Inlets)
If you are renovating an existing building and you cannot install the desired number of vacuum inlets, choose a
34'/10.4m hose.
LOCATION OF VACUUM INLETS
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You will use your central vacuum system several times a week. Therefore it is important to choose vacuum
inlet locations strategically and ergonomically.
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Vacuum inlets can be installed at any height that suits your preferences.
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However, it is recommended to install them at the same height as electrical outlets, or about 16in/40cm to
24in/61cm above the finished floor.
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Never install a vacuum inlet behind a door. Not only is this
inconvenient, but the hose may damage the door edges.
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Here are some items to consider:
a.
possible furniture locations;
b.
high traffic areas;
c.
location of electric baseboard heaters;
d.
aesthetic appearance of the inlet location;
e.
vacuum inlets are very useful near to areas that require frequent cleaning, such as the kitchen, dining
room and entrance hall.
f.
If you use an accessory that requires an electrical outlet (such as an electric brush), the vacuum inlet
must be near to an electrical outlet.
To begin, you can evaluate the location of vacuum outlets using a drawing of your house at a scale of 1:100.
1.
using a compass, draw circles on the drawing by placing the centers of these circles in the corners which are
furthest from the center of your home. For example, for a 28ft (8.5m) hose, use radii of 3.3in (8.5cm);
2.
the future location of the vacuum inlet should be inside the location where the circles overlap.
CAUTION!
if two circles don't overlap, you need more than one outlet!
you must take stairs into account!
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if the area of a floor is more than 1400ft² (130m²) or if the
floor is longer than 50ft(15.2m) you will definitely need at least 2
vacuum outlets. (if you use a 28ft(8.5m) hose). Depending on the
area to be cleaned and most suitable hose length, between 1 and
3 vacuum inlets are normally required per floor.
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
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