User Manual Central Vacuum System NADAIR
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1. User Manual Central Vacuum System Model Number NADAIR CondoVac550 GR C US www NadairVac com Index 1l Important safety INSTUCTIONS wii csacesincwiatacacausiereveavtagaiata ce dnsasnwertedcucavtaaaia data lavedelentedtensiaiaiatade 3 2 General guidelines ANA FEFEFENCES cccceeececeseeeeccseeteeseceeeeueeetagsesesaeeeesaseserseseeraneasetsnass 4 Grounding requirements General guidelines to be respected at all times IO CIS a incieace E wonecte ania dete iauvtnnci create EE E E E 5 Ae MVS TAO MOMs cae tesitsts tesa tcntede tune deaiaaterid saute uataeuaiessaiciaaseetedutetaneguessuaseaetatstedadale vointasautianeates 5 Power Unit 5 LOW VOMAGe SY SCI inian E A 5 Installation instructions 6 System operation INSWUCHOM ciisstscadeisdadiviiamdvevettindsatavoistslacsnnidsarciewtainlsiadnciaiinditiendbaiuinss 6 Te DY STC GING Osise neg ainia AEE E aaa Ta Eaa EREE 6 Filtration system Motor Os WEOUD CS MOOG oer ee e E E N E EE N rs 7 General OW VOIE S y E en a EEEE EAEE EE EE AA EAA LED Interpretation chart ON NO a E T A E MN eE AETA E E A A E E E 9 Page 2 1 Important instructions related to safety CAREFULLY READ ALL OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO USE THIS CENTRAL VACUUM SYSTEM When using an electrical appliance it is necessary to obey certain basic precautions WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJ URY Unplug the power cord from electrical outlet before making any power2. Write a different number on a few paper tissues and pick one up in every valve in the home see in the debris canister which one is missing so to find which valve is obstructed If none of the valves function properly and that the power unit Is running unhook the flexible pipe on the top of the power unit from the debris intake line If you have plenty of power there itis a sign that the clog is between the last valve and the power unit If the power unit still does not work after the above diagnostic bring the unit to the nearest authorized service center Page 7 9 LOW VOLTAGE SYSTEM TECHNOLOGY LED status interpretation guide This Nadair Central Vacuum Power Unitis provided with an LED status indicator to keep you informed on the different states and functions during its operation Rea ding the following table will allow you to identify the status of your appliance by the different behaviors of the LED Color CO OFF The power cord is unplugged or there is no power ea The power cord was just plugged in or power is restored The power unit is operational Stop the system replace bag if needed 15 hrs reminder Reboot while holding the small button for 5 seconds The power unit is operational oe fe wo Sania E at an authorized cervice center M stow blinking gt Fast blinking solid LED 10 SAFETY NOTES Make certain that the work area is safe and clear prior to installing your new Nadair Central Vacu
3. s power cord must always be directly plugged into a suitable electrical outlet which is itself properly installed and properly grounded in comformity with the current local electrical standards Do not use extension cord s to connect the power unit to the electrical outlet WARNING Improper connection of the power unit grounding wire can result in the risk of electric shock If you are in doubt of a proper grounding contact a professionnal electrician Do not modify the power cord supplied with this power unit If this power cord connector does not fit your electrical outlet have the proper electrical outlet installed by a professionnal electrician This power unit is designed to be used on a nominal electrical circuit of 15 A 110 120 VAC in 60 Hz The power cord is fitted with a grounding pin Make certain that the power cord is plugged into an electrical outlet having the same specifications This appliance should be used without an adaptor This power unit should be installed on its own independant circuit and breaker General guidelines to be respected at all time IMPORTANT The manufacturer shall not be held responsible for damages cause by the innapropriate use of this system The warranty does not cover the damages caused by an innapropriate use of this system nor the problems resulting from an installation which does not meet the specifications nor any structural or functional alterations made to the power unit An innaprop
4. agnostics SITUATION VERIFICATION O S THE POWER UNIT DOES NOT Verify that the power cord is adequately plugged in the electrical outlet OPERATE Short circuit the low voltage connections on the side of the power unit If the power unit starts the problem is somewhere else in the valve network wiring Verify that all low voltage connections are adequate at every valve location Open every valve one ata time and make contact between the two 2 Small pins with a metal object If all the valves work properly take a look at the low voltage circuit or switch on the hose If the power unit still does not work after the above diagnostic bring the unit to the nearest authorized service center SITUATION VERIFICATION Verify the cleaning tool or the hose for possible obstruction If the hose is obstructed try to massage the clog out Try to reverse the hose by inserting the cleaning end of the hose in the wall valve and making contact with the two 2 small metal contact pins hold your hand around the opening for air tightness Verify if the disposable bag is full if so replace disposable bag and or that the filter may be clogged if so clean the permanent filter Verify if the debris area cover is adequately placed on the unit for air leaks Verify that all other valves are shut and that there Is no air leaks If one of the vacuum valves has noticeably less power than the others itis a sign of a clog at this particular valve
5. aintenance or servicing 9 In order for the warranty to remain valid any repairs or servicing on the power unit must only be performed by an authorized service center 10 The position of the power unit must be so that the power cord and electrical outlet are always easily acessible 11 Pertaining to the use of an electrified valve 110 VAC intended for the connection of a current carrying hose and electrically motorised brush Only connect a current carrying hose to this wall valve Do not install a current carrying valve outdoors Do not use a damaged hose bring in the hose for repair at an authorized service center Page 4 3 MODELS 4 INSTALLATION Air Debris intake lt a at least 0 25am 16 40cm B t ww SEbe p 3 4 2em Ae to the a ma ui i Board Mounting Height 36 90cm i The power unit must be installed in a well ventilated area away from weathering it must be easilly accessible and away frrom any heat source The power unit must be installed NOTE near an adequate electrical outlet APPLICABLE TO ALL POWER UNIT MODELS In order to avoid overheating we recommend that 12 30cm of 1 Determine the power unit location on the wall we recommend that the power unit be Clearance be kept all around the power unit hung at approximately 36 90cm off the ground so that the debris container is easilly accessible Allow at least 12 30cm of clearance all ao
6. may now turn it on or off from the hose handle switch if this option was selected The low voltage cable is connected in parrallel from every valve it runs all along the pipe network and brings the power to the the remote switch so to remotely start or stop the power unit in all safety A standard flexible hose not fitted with an interruptor will start the power unit as soon as itis inserted in the valve opening 7 SYSTEM MAINTENANCE FILTRATION SYSTEM J IMPORTANT In order to maintain optimal air quality in your home the power unit This Nadair power unit must be comes supplied with a 12 5L dispo Ly used with a 12 5L disposable bag Sable bag Never use without a bag 3 bags pack FD 12 5L 3NAD The disposable bag installs as Shown here 1 Lift the debris area cover 2 Remove the dirt filled bag 3 Install the new bag by twisting it 4 Verify and clean if necessary the permanent bottom filter 5 Replace the debris area cover The lower permanent protective filter must be in place at all times the filter must lay flat on the bottom of the debris compartment just so as to insure no fly by of large debris into the motor fans NOTE When replacing the disposable bag make sure that the rubber diaphragm is correctly installed onto the intake PVC pipe fitting Make sure that the bag is not cut or damaged Make sure that the cover is well seated in place prior to restarting the power unit Itis recommended to re
7. or to removing the power cord from the electrical socket Take the necessary precautions when using the system on Stairs Do not use the system to pick up flamable liquids or fuels i e gasoline nor use the system in areas where such liquids may be present Only plug in the power cord into properly grounded electrical socket For more information on this subject please see Grounding specifications in section 2 The exhaust of the power unit must not give right against a wall a ceiling or inside a closed space inside a building or structure It is recommended that the exhaust be vented outdoors Do not pick up hot ashes red ambers smoking hot material incandescent material cigarette butts matches etc Do not put anything on top of the power unit or near it this could cause the unit to overheat DO NOT use the power unit if the pipe network is clogged this will cause the unit to overheat KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE THIS POWER UNIT IS FOR DOMESTIC USE ONLY NADAR e Page 3 2 GENERAL DIRECTIVES AND REFERENCES ELECTRICAL GROUNDING SPECIFICATIONS The system s power unit must absolutely be grounded In the event of a malfunction or a power unit failure the grounding provides the path of least resistance to any electrical current minimizing the risk of electric shock The power unit s power cord has a length of 65 1 65m and is fitted with a grounding wire and grounding pin The power unit
8. place the disposable bag as well as to clean the permanent filter 3 or 4 times per year If the system is used more frequently than normal repeat the above procedure more often IMPORTANT NEVER USE this system to pick up liquids mud or combustible materials Do not vacuum baking flower talcum powder cement or gypsum dust otherwise the power unit performances will be affected the motor will overheat and may be damaged and fine particles will be exhausted out MOTOR This Nadair power unit is equipped with a soft start controler and a delayed stop A warning is automati cally programmed after 500 hours of usage The inspection and the maintenance of this appliance must be done in an authorized service center A Mini breaker shall cutt off power to protect the motor in the event of a power surge which may cause the motor to overheat The low voltage technology system communicates the power unit status through a muticolor LED on the side of the unit Please consult the interpretation chart in section 8 Page 6 8 TROUBLESHOOTING GENERAL The following may cause failure of the power unit Inadequate electrical power Voltage or Amperage verify that the electrical power supplied complies with the power unit s requirement or Abnormal performances of the electronic control module or the motor Before calling a service technician in case of a malfunction please review the following situations by running the following simple di
9. riate not recommended installation of the system or the power unit made without respecting the directives of this document will equally be considered as misuse All conditions and restrictions are set forth in the limited warranty and in the user manual To optimize the performances and the life of your Nadair power unit it is important to do regular maintenance and cleaning of the filter according to the guidelines listed in this user manual 1 A disposable bag FD 12 5L NAD MUST be in place in the power unit at all ttmes prior to using the system 2 The power unit must be installed in a well ventilated area protected from weathering and away from all sources of heat 3 This central vacuum system is design for dry surfaces only and must not be used on wet surfaces nor be used In any circumstances to pick up liquids or to clean wet carpets or any wet ground O UI A The permanent secondary filter must always lay flat over the motor intake during operation of the system The motor housing must never be obstructed in anyway to prevent damaging or overheating Do not use this system to pick up mud or similar substances Do not vacuum baking flower talcum powder cement or gypsum dust otherwise the motor will overheat and may be damaged and some fine dust will be exhausted outside of the power unit 7 Do not attempt to shorten or modify the power cord in any way 8 As a Safety measure unplug the power cord prior to proceed to m
10. rund the power unit If at all possible you may mount the unit directly onto a concrete wall as to minimize the transmis 5 LOW VO LTAG E SYS TE M Sion of vibrations into the building 2 Installation on a gypsum wall Gyprock IN S TA L LAT lO N Prepare the wall by installing a plywood mounting board not provided of Prior to connect the low voltage wires make certain that the power 16 40cm high and 0 75 2cm thick wide enough to be screwed to at cord is unplugged from the electrical outlet least 2 studs Drill three 3 3 8 10mm holes with a wood drill bit Insert the supplied rubber inserts Fasten the steel mounting bracket with the supplied screws 3 Installation on a concrete wall Drill three 3 3 8 10mm holes with a concrete drill bit Insert the supplied rubber inserts Fasten the steel mounting bracket with the supplied screws NOTE You may also elect to install a plywood mounting board on the concrete wall IMPORTANT Always use the supplied screws and rubber inserts or the appropriate ones for the material you are working with Wood Steel Brick etc 4 Mount the power unit onto the installed wall mounting bracket 5 Connect the top air and debris intake pipe to the PVC pipe network by using a flexible pipe and collars Not included DO NOT GLUE 6 Connect the low voltage wire to the terminals on the side of the power unit as shown in section 5 1 Verify that the permanent filter i
11. s lying flat in the bottom the disposable bag Is in place and that the debris compartment cover is properly seated on top of 1 First strip the conductors of the low voltage wire for about 3 8 10mm 2 Insert the conductors of the low voltage wire in the terminals while simultaneously the power unit pushing on their respective button as in a Give a light pull to the wire 8 Plug in the unit s power cord into the electrical outlet to make certain that it is well secured in the terminal 9 Install a muffler optional to the lower clean air exhaust pipe circuit by using a 3 To remove the conductors out of the terminals lightly push the button as you are flexible pipe and collars optional DO NOT GLUE you may elect to imultaneously gently pulling the wires out vent to the outside with the help of a vent cap optional Page 5 6 SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Your new system is now ready to be used Here are a few simple guidelines to follow when you are using your Nadair Central Vacuum System Insert the wall end of the hose into one of the vacuum valves installed throughout your home and you are ready to start press the switch on the hose handle NOTE In regards to the low voltage system All vacuum inlet valves are fitted with two 2 springloaded metal pins See inside the valve opening When the two 2 metal parts of the hose wall end are in contact with the two 2 pins inside the valve the system is energized You
12. um Power Unit Wear the necessary Safety clothing amp equipment prior to start any work i e goggles gloves etc Use the right tools amp in good working order Hammer Phillips head screwdriver cruciform Measuring tape Level Drill with wood or concrete bit de 3 8 10mm NADAR Wire stripper Page 8
13. unit maintenance Do not install outdoors protect against weathering and do not use on wet surfaces This appliance must not be used as if itis a toy It is therefore necessary to be very prudent when the system Is used by children or when in use in the proximity of a child or infant This system must be used in conformity with the instructions provided in this manual Only use the accessories recommended by the manufacturer Do not use the system if the power cord or if the electrical outlet are damaged if the system does not function normally if it was dropped was left outdoors in bad weather for an extended period of time or if it was immersed in liquid the power unit must be sent to an authorized service center Do not use the power cord to pull or lift the power unit nor use it like a handle Be careful not to pinch it in a door do not let it hang on a Sharp corner or edge Examine the openings for foreign objects which may have remained in the pipe If any remove the obstructing objects to ensure maximum airflow Keep the power cord from any contact with any warm objects or surfaces Do not unplug the power cord by pulling on it always remove directly at the electrical oulet Do not use the system or its accessories with wet hands Keep hair clothing fingers any other body parts or other objects out of or away from any openings or moving parts of the system Allfunctions of the system must be deactivated pri
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