PLATINUM OWNER’S MANUAL
BEAM Platinum Operating & Maintenance Instruction Manual CONTENTS Introduction Important Safeguards Grounding Instructions Installation 2 3 4 5 6 How To Use Maintenance Troubleshooting Service Information 7 9 10 11
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of a new BEAM Central Vacuum System. It is the built-in cleaning appliance designed to help you clean your home efficiently and effectively. Unlike conventional vacuums that can recirculate dust, a BEAM system lifts dirt, dust mites, pollen, dander and other allergens from floors, curtains, furniture and other surfaces, and carries them away from living areas to help improve indoor air quality. It has been clinically proven to relieve allergy symptoms.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using an electronic appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM SYSTEM. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury: r Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces. r Do not block the motor hood or ventilation openings and duct on the top of the power unit. Lack of ventilation airflow will cause the motor to overheat.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS - WARNING WARNING 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 equipmentgrounding conductor and ground plug. The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
INSTALLATION Planning If your home already has the system of plastic pipes and inlet valves, you are ready to install the power unit (refer to Install Power Unit section below). If not, you can contract to have the system installed by a professional or you may choose to do-it-yourself. If you plan to install the system yourself, it is important to carefully plan the location of each inlet valve, the power unit, and the network of plastic pipes.
HOW TO USE Locate the two low-voltage wires near the main pipe. Remove the insulation from the low-volt wire. Insert the low-volt wire into the springloaded low-volt connectors (refer to figure 3). Figure 4 Your central vacuum system starts and stops automatically. To turn the system on, plug the hose into a wall inlet valve. To turn it off, remove the hose from the valve (refer to figure 4). Electrical Fault Protection Figure 3 Be certain you comply with your local electrical codes and regulations.
the power unit, check all the inlet valves and remove obstructions. The hose handle may be equipped with an optional on-off switch or variable speed switch. It is used to control the start and stop of the power unit while the hose is plugged into an inlet Figure 5 valve. This allows you to control the system without unplugging the hose.
MAINTENANCE Instructions provided in the booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance. Proper airflow and suction can be maintained by keeping the dirt receptacle and filter clean and the plastic tubing and hose free from clogs. Dirt Receptacle and Filter Reduced airflow or suction indicates the central vacuum system is not operating at maximum efficiency. If the dirt receptacle is full and the filter is clogged, no air can pass through the unit and no cleaning can take place.
Optional disposable paper bag Your Platinum Power Unit can be equipped with a convenient paper bag, which can be simply discarded when full. A full paper bag will deprive the power unit of proper suction and minimizes the performance of the machine. Depending on how much use your central vacuum system it is recommended that you empty the paper bag 2-3 times per year. Replacement bags can be purchased through your authorized central vacuum dealer/ distributor. How to change the Paper Bag: 1.
SERVICE INFORMATION The instructions in this booklet serve as a guide to routine maintenance. For further information contact your nearest authorized BEAM dealer/distributor. Service Warranty Warranty is managed by our local dealer/ distributor.
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