AAVIX OUTDOORS ASH VACCUM FOR SERVICE CALL: 1-866-591-8921 WARNING : To reduce the risk of injury, user must read this manual before assembling, operating and maintaining this unit, You are responsible for operating the product properly & safely. Version: V1.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Instructions--------------------------------------------------------------2 Product Specifications---------------------------------------------------------7 Know Your Ash Vacuum------------------------------------------------------8 Assembly--------------------------------------------------------------------------8 Operation-------------------------------------------------------------------------11 Maintenance---------------------------------------------------------------------16 Tr
up other types of material. • NEVER vacuum liquids with this product. Use this machine to vacuum dry material only. • To reduce the risk of hearing damage, wear hearing protection when using for extended periods or in noisy work area. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR PERSONAL INJURY • Keep children away from this vacuum. Do not allow vacuum to be used as a toy. • Do not run this vacuum unattended at anytime.
• Do not vacuum toxic, carcinogenic, combustible or other hazardous materials (e.g. asbestos, arsenic, barium, lead, pesticides, insecticides,) or other health endangering materials. • Do not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking, e.g. embers, cigarettes, matches, pellets, etc. • Do not abuse the cord. Never carry or pull the vacuum by the cord, use as a handle or pull the cord to disconnect from power outlet. To unplug from power outlet, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not place, drop or insert any object into ventilation openings. Do not operate the vacuum with any ventilation openings blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair or anything else that may reduce airflow. • Do not store the vacuum immediately after ash removal or other use in a confined area or enclosed space. Allow the motor to cool and remove ash from canister before storage. • When using as a blower ‐ Direct air discharge only at work area. ‐ Keep children away when blowing.
immediately. Unplug the vacuum and remove the vacuumed material from the canister and filter bag. Allow the vacuum and the material to be vacuumed to cool before continuing to vacuum. EXTENSION CORDS Double insulated equipment can use either a two or three wire extension cord. As the distance from the power supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord.
DOUBLE-INSULATED INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: In a double‐insulated vacuum, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No means of grounding is provided on a double‐ insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added. Servicing a double‐ insulated Vacuum requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double‐insulated Vacuum must be identical to the parts they replace.
KNOW YOUR ASH VACUUM 1 Exhaust port 8 Vacuum port 2 Carrying handle 9 Tank Cover 3 On/Off switch 10 Pre‐filter 4 Clamp 11 Velcro strap 5 Ash canister 12 Extension tupes 6 Metal nozzle 13 Crevice 7 Hose 14 Carpet/floor attachment ASSEMBLY WARNING: For your own safety, never connect plug to power source outlet until all assembly steps are complete and you have read and understood the safety and 8
operation instructions. Do not operate the vacuum with any parts damaged or missing. UNPACKING IMPORTANT! Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely the tool is faulty or that a part is missing. If you find anything wrong, do not operate the tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been rectified. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury. INSTALLING THE VELCRO STRAP 1. Locate the velcro strap around the upper edge of ash canister like photo below.
2. Lower the pre‐filter until the rubber gasket rests evenly on the lip of the metal canister. 3. If necessary, adjust the rubber gasket so it completely covers the canister lip without any gaps. 4. Insert the motor housing into the canister so it rests on top of the rubber gasket with the on/off switch and FULL indicator above the canister vacuum port. IMPORTANT! Be sure each clamp end is aligned over a clamp landing on the motor housing as shown below. 6.
ACCESSORY STORAGE 1. Use the Velcro strap to hold each accessories as photo below. Make sure that each of them is fixed well. OPERATION Although the Ash Vacuum has special features for vacuuming cool ashes from fireplaces, stoves, and BBQ’s, it may also be used for dry vacuuming as a shop/garage vacuum, a household vacuum, or as a blower. In the Operation section are special instructions for various ash vacuum uses. WARNING: Be sure to read, understand and apply all safety instructions and warnings.
gasoline, alcohol or aerosol sprays. Explosive dusts include but are not limited to: coal, magnesium, aluminum, grain or gunpowder. Do not vacuum explosive dust, flammable or combustible liquids or hot ashes. To reduce the risk of health hazards from vapors or dusts, do not vacuum toxic materials. ON/OFF SWITCH After plugging the power cord into an outlet, the unit is turned on by pushing the switch from up position (OFF)to low position (ON).
5. Using the metal nozzle only, begin vacuuming the ash. 6. As you vacuum, constantly check the nozzle, hose, canister, filters and motor for excessive temperatures. If you notice an increase in temperature, turn off the vacuum immediately. Unplug the vacuum and remove the vacuumed material from the canister and filter bag. Allow the vacuum and the material to be vacuum to cool before continuing to vacuum. IMPORTANT! The FULL indicator area will gradually become RED as the canister fills with ash.
• Move larger chucks of debris to the side to break apart between the metal nozzle and firebrick as necessary. DRY SHOP VACUUM USE CAUTION: Empty all ash from the canister and clean ash from filters before using to vacuum up other types of material. Not doing so could increase the risk of fire by depositing combustible material into the canister. 1.
• To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders, keep them clear of blowing debris. • Wear a dust mask if blowing creates dust that might be inhaled. • To reduce the risks of hearing damage wear hearing protectors when using the vacuum/blower for extended hours or when using in a noisy area. 1. Before connecting the power cord to power source, check that the canister & filters have been cleaned of ash and the vacuum is properly assembled. 2. Ensure the On/Off switch is in the up (OFF) position. 3.
1. Connect the extension tubes to one another; then, attach the floor/carpet tool to the narrow extension tube end. 2. Slide the wide end of the extension tube into the hose. 3. Located on the left side of the floor/carpet tool is the brush position lever. ‐ Push down the lever’s front edge to retract the brush for vacuuming floors. ‐ Push down the lever’s back edge to lower the brush for vacuuming carpets.
all maintenance procedures and when removing the motor housing. IMPORTANT! All cleaning and maintenance procedures should not be done indoors in or near living areas. CLEANING THE CANISTER AND FILTERS 1.Unplug the vacuum from the power outlet. 2.Remove the hose from the vacuum port by rotating the hose coupling counter‐clockwise. 3.Unclamp the motor housing and remove it from top of the canister. Pre‐filter Cleaning 1.
DO NOT the cartridge filter in water! NOTE: AAVIX™ Ash Vacuum can only use AAVIX™ specially designed Ash Vacuum Filter. Canister Cleaning 1. Dump the cold ash from the canister into an appropriate disposable container such as a plastic or paper trash bag. 2. To remove ash clinging to the canister interior, light wipe off the dust with paper towels or cloth rag. If necessary, a slightly moist towel or rag may be used to wipe off the canister interior & exterior. 3.
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: Always disconnect the plug from the power outlet before trouble hooting. SYMPTON Vacuum does not operate Dust escaping Metal nozzle, hose or canister become HOT Reduced or no suction Nozzle clogs easily POSSIBLE CAUSES REMEDY No power to motor ‐ Plug into power outlet ‐ Check power supply for blown breakers/fuses – replace if needed. ‐ Call customer service help line. 1. Pre‐filter not installed 1. Install the pre‐filter 2. Holes or torn pre‐filter 2.
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