READ MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING SYSTEM Read the owner’s manual thoroughly before operating to ensure the most efficient use of the system. ® ™ ATTENTION INSTALLER: Please be sure this manual and warranty information are left with the power unit or customer when installation is complete. Operating Instructions For VACUFLO Filtered Cyclonic ® ™ MODELS: FC300, FC550, FC650 & FC1550 512 West Gorgas Street • P.O. Box 3912 • Louisville, OH 44641-3912 1-800-822-8356 • www.vacuflo.
MODELS: FC300, FC550, FC650 & FC1550 • VACUFLO® Filtered Cyclonic™ IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read These Instructions Before Using This Vacuum System When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Unplug and disconnect power before servicing. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
MODELS: FC300, FC550, FC650 & FC1550 • VACUFLO® Filtered Cyclonic™ Connect To A Properly Grounded Outlet Only. 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.
General Information Do not store objects on top of the power unit. This will block the motor cooling ventilation. Restricting the cooling airflow may shorten the motor life. The central vacuum is designed to vacuum ordinary household dirt and dust. The system is designed for dry pickup. A WetVac accessory is needed if the system will be used for liquid pickup. The central vacuum system is a network of inlet valves, 2” PVC tubing, and low voltage wiring installed in the walls of your home.
MODELS: FC300, FC550, FC650 & FC1550 • VACUFLO® Filtered Cyclonic™ Emptying the Dirt Canister & Replacing the Filter Cartridge The dirt canister – where the vacuumed dirt is deposited – is the removable lower portion of the power unit. The canister needs to be removed and emptied when it is 2/3 full. The filter cartridge should be replaced once a year. Illustration #1 NOTE: When the dirt canister is removed the Cyclonic Cone will be visible.
Troubleshooting the System Motor Fails to Turn On: • Check the main fuse or circuit breaker at the main power supply panel of your home. Reset breaker or replace fuses if necessary. • Check the Power Unit reset button located above the power cord. Pressing the button should restore operation. • If the circuit protector continues to trip off after a short period of time, the motor brushes may be worn out.
MODELS: FC300, FC550, FC650 & FC1550 • VACUFLO® Filtered Cyclonic™ IMPORTANTES MESURES DE SECURITÉ Lisez Complètement Le Mode D’emploi Avant D’utiliser Ce Système D’aspirateur. En employant un appareil électrique, des précautions fondamentales devraient toujours être prises, y compris: AVERTISSEMENT Pour réduire les dangers de feu, d’électrocution, ou de blessure: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Débrancher et couper le courant avant de le réparer. Ne pas utiliser sur des surfaces mouillées.
Ne brancher l’appareil qu’à une prise avec mise à la terre. INSTRUCTIONS DE MISE À LA TERRE Cet appareil doit avoir une mise à la terre. Si une défectuosité ou autre survenait, la mise à la terre offre une voie de moindre résistance au courant électrique, d’où un risque moins élevé d électrocution. Cet appareil est équipé d’ un cordon électricque ayant un conducteur et une fiche de mise à la terre.
® ™ Lifetime Plus 1 Residential Limited Warranty VACUFLO Central Vacuums are manufactured by H-P Products, Inc., 512 W. Gorgas Street, Louisville, Ohio, 44641. The following is the exclusive limited warranty provided by H-P Products, Inc.
