KV Manual Ver 10 Jan 2011
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1. International Pty Ltd provides the following domestic warranty cover from date of purchase Keep your receipt as proof of purchase amp register your warranty 180 days warranty on all attachments amp accessories Return faulty part s to your purchase location or send direct to KitVac International Pty Ltd Twenty Four Months Motor warranty Send motor or whole unit direct to KitVac International and upon inspection we will repair or replace a motor which proves to be defective CONDITIONS The warranty provisions exclude Any malfunction caused by abuse misuse neglect or commercial use amp failure to adhere to any of the important SAFETY USER REQUIREMENTS Consumable items such as bags filters and motor brushers KitVac International Pty Ltd PO Box 202 Redcliffe Queensland 4020 Ph 61 7 3142 0878 www kitvac com 17 WARRANTY KitVac International Pty Ltd provides the following domestic warranty cover from date of purchase Keep your receipt as proof of purchase amp register your warranty 180 days warranty on all attachments amp accessories Return faulty part s to your purchase location or send direct to KitVac International Pty Ltd Twenty Four Months Motor warranty Send motor or whole unit direct to KitVac International and upon inspection we will repair or replace a motor which proves to be defective CONDITIONS The warranty provisions exclude Any malfunction caused2. amp inlets All additional inlets are furnished with Low Voltage Switches amp electrical connectors KitVac uses our exclusive Smooth Adaptor at the hose inlet side and a Hose Sleeve at the discharge end to ensure a smooth inside pipe surface All mechanical connections need to be secured with three firm layers of PVC Tape ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES There are no limits to your imagination and the total benefits that the KitVac can provide to you Below are some of our more popular additional accessories Extra large expandable hose 2 4 metres amp expands to 7 8 metres in length Telescopic wand to suit expandable hoses Hard floor brush glide tools Turbo head tools for your carpeted areas Traditional 9 metre central vacuum hose amp tool set Deluxe 9 metre premium switch hose amp tool set allows you to switch on off at your hose 12 metre central vacuum hose and tool kit Large protector socks that fit over your hose and protect your walls amp furniture KitVac Dustpans amp Inlet valves www kitvac com 12 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Introduction Before operating the KitVac read the Introduction content and familiarise yourself with the safety user requirements accreditations and terminology used in this manual KitVac Usage Sweeping Bring the dirt close to the KitVac Dustpan Inlet with the Broom provided To adjust broom length just twist both poles in opposite directions Do not
3. rubber membrane dust seal and the Tab B which prevent spills at the upward position Withdraw Full Dust Bag A Pull the Dust Bag rear end straight off the Bag Elbow Connector over the Installation Guides and lift the Tab B Pull the front end of the Dust Bag around the Utility Valve Elbow over the Installation Guides and lift the tab C Dust off the Motor Filter Note While you have both ends pushed together pull the rear end out on an angle first 14 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Fit Empty Dust Bag A Push front end of the Dust Bag around the Utility Valve Elbow over the Installation Guides and hard against the Utility Valve Wedge B Push the Dust Bag rear end straight into the Bag Elbow Connector over the Installation Guides and hard against the Bag Elbow Adaptor Wedge CAUTION Check your bag regularly until you are familiar with your machine Do not overfill bag above the inlets The Dust Bag holds about 2 75 litres of dry waste FREE BAGS OFFER HOW TO CLAIM YOUR FREE BAG S 1 Just fill out your warranty registration amp feedback card within 40 days of purchase and circle the free bag box and we will confirm your warranty and send you a FREE bag 2 Why not get a pack of 3 bags for FREE or better still multiple packs of bags for FREE ongoing We feel sure that you will love the convenience of your KitVac so when you tell your family and friends and they want to purcha
4. Pin Plug before cleaning maintenance or repair on the KitVac Do not operate the KitVac without the Dust Bag amp Filter Do not vacuum sharp objects matches hot ashes cigarette ends or similar items Do not vacuum WET objects or surfaces Do Not vacuum flammable liquids i e cleaning fluids petrol etc Do not use the KitVac if it sounds or appears to be faulty Do not use the KitVac if the Vacuum Unit Power cord plug is damaged It must be replaced by the manufacturer or authorised service agent Do not modify the KitVac in any way Do Not block off your vent areas or place any flammable material liquids directly near the air discharge vent Refer venting page 6 This appliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance Please check with local authorities for the relevant safety requirements in your area PRODUCT ACCREDITATIONS C Tick approved N25410 Complies with EMC standards Electrical safety approved SAA101387EA AS NZS Three Pin Plug approval N Q03586 Flexible Power Cable approval N Q03403 KITVAC MAIN FEATURES The KitVac has been designed as a domestic or light office vacuum cleaner exclusive
5. dustpan caps 5 off push door in and take from the inside edge first 5 Use two pieces of double sided tape 4 to further secure dustpan caps SPECIFICATIONS INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS e The KitVac over all dimensions are o Depth 180mm Width 280mm Height 370mm e Minimum clearance to remove the KitVac Lid 40mm e The unit is left or right hand side mountable If you don t have a side wall to mount to just run a piece of timber 65mm x 18mm front to back of your cupboard and fix 2 screws Screw mounting height from base is 318mm centre e Minimum Cupboard clearance to install the KitVac Vacuum Unit is 350mm e The Kick Board minimum height to install the KitVac Dustpan is 90mm e Maximum 450mm distance between KitVac Dustpan Inlet centre and the Kickboard Cupboard left or right hand side wall based on 1000mm piece of KitVac Dustpan Hose provided in the kit e The KitVac requires a standard 10Amps GPO protected by a RCD e The KitVac typical consumption is 1000watts e Power Lead length from the KitVac rear end o Left hand side installation 700mm Right hand side installation 1100mm Venting The Kitvac has been designed to vent the filtered air out of the front of your cupboard when you are using the utility hose The dustpans intended purpose is for a rapid response to sweep crumbs dirt off the floor whereby your usage will normally be 15 seconds to 3 minutes approximately If however you want to keep your dus
6. for dry surfaces and dry objects The KitVac was designed with the following safety features A Circuit Breaker with automatic reset Automatic overheating protection The KitVac will switch OFF at 70 degrees Isolated 24 volts supply for control and operation cables The KitVac functional features are World s best practice in Dust Bag HEPPA technology to ensure The KitVac Dust Bag retains close to all fine dust within the bag A secondary filter to ensure Clean Air Discharge The KitVac will sustain equal suctions with a Dust Bag empty or full Easy access to replace Dust Bags Soft start technology to extend the motor life cycle amp reduce energy consumption Large motor output 1000 Watts of genuine power which provides a superior suction KitVac Kit LUCUIMUI 8 umres Note Some items may vary slightly due to our continuous product improvement program Installation Overview Right Hand Side Front View Right Hand Side View iil Note Right Hand side cupboard mount is the best side to mount when you Left Hand Side Front View Left Hand Side View ES Dustpan Assembly 1 Dustpan male outlet 1 amp our smooth adaptor 6 2 Use KitVac cable connectors 2 face downwards and bend slightly up to ensure clearance from moving spring Do not tighten spring screw 3 should be backed off by half a turn 4 take
7. of tape to the Bag Elbow Connector KitVac Dustpan Hose Assembly Insert firmly the Bag Elbow Connector A into the Elbow B and secure the connection with three firm layers of PCV Tape ensure that the Installation Guides D are horizontal and the Elbow B is perpendicular Insert the taped Hose and Hose Sleeve into the Elbow and secure the connection with three firm layers of PCV Tape E STANDARD INSTALLATION KitVac Dustpan Hose Installation Feed and draw the Dustpan Hose through the cabinet cut out KitVac Unit Low Voltage Cables and Bag Elbow Adaptor Installations Feed Low Voltage Cables through the cabinet cut out Locate KitVac Unit in position Push Bag Elbow Adaptor A through the corresponding penetration at the KitVac Unit Secure Bag Elbow Adaptor with the Wedge B supplied Vacuum Unit Fixing Installation A Secure the Vacuum Unit with two pan head screws 8Gx25mm with Rubber Grommets provided B Place the Motor Filter in position as shown Low Voltage Cables and Smooth Adaptor Terminations Secure the Smooth Adaptor A with 3 firm layers of tape at both ends B Connect the Low Voltage Cables to KitVac Dustpan Inlet Switch C Check that the Dustpan Door moves freely electrical fork terminals may need to be risen KitVac Dustpan Inlet Installation A Sit firmly the KitVac Dustpan Inlet to floor and secure the device wi
8. the KitVac Pan Inlet Ensure that the Low Voltage Switch is working properly Ensure hose cuff metal band is clean If you are still having a problem contact us for further help 19 vt Product Referral Form YOUR DETAILS Title Family Name Given Names Mobile Home Phone Work Phone Email Website Address Suburb Town State Postcode PERSON YOU ARE REFERRING DETAILS Title Family Name Given Names Mobile Home Phone Work Phone Email Website Address Suburb Town State Postcode Product Referral Form YOUR DETAILS Title Family Name Given Names Mobile Home Phone Work Phone Email Website Address Suburb Town State Postcode es o PERSON YOU ARE REFERRING DETAILS Title Family Name Given Names Mobile Home Phone Work Phone es Email Website Address Suburb Town State Postcode 20 21 Product Referral Form YOUR DETAILS Title Family Name Given Names Mobile Home Phone Work Phone Email Website Address Suburb Town State Postcode Jo o PERSON YOU ARE REFERRING DETAILS O ooo PERSON YOU ARE REFERRING DETAILS Title Family Name Given Names Mobile Home Phone Work Phone Email Website Address Suburb Town State Postcode Product Referral Form YOUR DETAILS Title Family Name Given Names Mobile Home Phone Work Phone Email Website Address Suburb Town State Postcode PERSON YOU ARE REFERRING DETAILS Title Family Name Given Names Mobile Home Pho
9. touch the black plastic flange Note It s also convenient to use a larger broom for bigger areas Switch the Vacuum Unit ON Push the middle top of the KitVac Dustpan Inlet Flap IN Collect the Dirt Push the dirt towards the open flap Switch the Vacuum Unit OFF Push the bottom of the KitVac Dustpan Inlet Flap DOWN Tip Try your KitVac Dustpan several times until you familiarise yourself with the ease of operation and what best suits you I E this may be with your foot front on or part side ways It should be easily operated in almost any no footwear 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Utility Hose Usage Utility Hose accessories Insert the Utility Hose Brush for dusting bench tops and all cupboards Insert the Large Flexible Crevice tool for tight areas amp hard to get to places Note Hose cuff is left hand thread Switch the Vacuum Unit ON A lift the Utility Valve Flap B push and C twist into the Utility Valve connector Collect the Dirt The Utility Hose expands up to 3 4 times its length pending on your angle Note The air vent nozzle needs to be open to assist the hose expansion Switch the Vacuum Unit OFF A twist the Utility Hose connector and withdraw the Utility Hose Slowly drop the flap while the vacuum shuts down Dust Bag Replacement The Dust Bag The Dust Bag ends are the same A the
10. CUPBOARD VACUUM KV 1000 Installation Procedures and User Manual Patents Pending TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Pages 3 5 Safety User Requirements Product Accreditations KitVac Main Features KitVac Kit Contact Us Installation Overview SPECIFICATIONS Page 6 Installation Specifications Prior Installation Test PRE INSTALLATION Pages 7 8 Left hand side installation Right hand side installation STANDARD INSTALLATION Pages 7 11 OPTIONAL EXTRAS FOR INSTALLATION Page 12 Additional Accessories OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Pages 13 15 Introduction KitVac Usage Utility Hose Usage Dust Bag Replacement FREE DUST BAGS OFFER Page 15 WARRANTY Pages 16 17 Warranty Exclusions TROUBLE SHOOTING Page 19 PRODUCT REFERRAL FORMS Pages 20 22 AUSTRALIAN DESIGNED OWNED amp ENGINEERED MADE IN PRC Contact Us KitVac International Pty Ltd Mail PO Box 202 Redcliffe Qld Australia 4020 Phone 61 7 3142 0878 Email info kitvac com Website www kitvac com INTRODUCTION SAFETY USER REQUIREMENTS Read the manual before installation and to operate the KitVac KitVac Usage The KitVac is supplied for its intended purpose that is for installations in a cupboard environment such as Kitchens Bathrooms Garages Rumpus Entertainment amp Office areas whereby the unit can be fixed into a cupboard Always switch the General Purpose Outlet GPO OFF and remove the Three
11. by abuse misuse neglect or commercial use amp failure to adhere to any of the important SAFETY USER REQUIREMENTS Consumable items such as bags filters and motor brushers KitVac International Pty Ltd PO Box 202 Redcliffe Queensland 4020 Ph 61 7 3142 0878 www kitvac com 18 TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem Provable cause and solution Little or no suction Check vacuum bag Vacuum Unit Lid is not sitting properly Remove the lid Check both parts contact area for damages Check the rubber seal integrity If is OK re fit the Vacuum Unit Lid Check that the Vacuum Unit Lid seats properly Reduced suction Disconnect Elbow from the Vacuum Unit and run the Vacuum by pushing the KitVac Pan Inlet If the suction is restored the KitVac Pan Hose or a fitting is blocked If the suction remains poor check the Dust Bag Dust Bag Check Check If the Dust Bag is sitting properly Check If the Dust Bag is full or blocking the suction inlet Change the Dust Bag if required Blocked KitVac Pan Hose or Fitting Remove Trim Plates Secure a draw line to the Elbow Lift the KitVac Pan Self Locking Covers and unscrew the KitVac Pan Inlet Pull all assembly out and disconnect the Low Voltage Cables and leave the draw line behind Unblock the KitVac Pan Hose and refit the assembly Vacuum Unit not working Check the GPO with another appliance Lift the KitVac Pan Self Locking Covers and unscrew
12. d ready for Left Hand side mount Note All installations can vary and the information in this book is intended as a guide only Dustpan Hose Penetration Sit your KitVac against the wall and in your preferred position Mark where your Dustpan hose penetration needs to go Drill a 50mm hole Also file cut a small V groove for your low voltage dustpan cables Optional Run power lead under k board for left hand side mount only Mark where your lead is and cut hole as per drawing which will allow you to bring your power lead up from the back of the unit Also cut file groove in your dustpan hose penetration hole for your lead STANDARD INSTALLATION KitVac Dustpan Inlet Penetration Choose a full tile without joins where possible Your dustpan hose length is 1000mm so pending on your ie Pan Inlet cupboard depth you can check your Center maximum reach You can trim cut your hose later but always aim to protrude past your cut out by 100mm If possible align the KitVac Dustpan Me LL centre or to a door edge which will meum UT work as a reference point from above ie when the customer uses it Cut out 185mm wide by 72mm high flush to the floor Secure Elbow Adaptor A secure the KitVac Dustpan Hose and the Hose Elbow Adaptor with three tight layers of PVC Tape B add two tight layers of PVC Tape to the opposite end of the Hose Elbow Adaptor C Add one tight layer
13. daptor Remove the Utility Valve out do not pull on cables Follow the Utility Valve elbow shape towards the end The overall directions are shown Machine is now upside down Take bottom off 4 x screws Carefully release both sets of low voltage cables from grooves Use two hands either side of the groove Release wire tie from vent Refit utility valve to the other side and place cable in the groove provided Re fit dustpan cable to the other side groove Ensure both sets of low voltage cables are free and will drop to the bottom when unit is turned over again i e The cables will not touch the motor or motor wires Use wire tie Slide out the Air Vent amp turn the Air Vent Insert 180 amp refit Re assemble bottom with 4 x screws amp turn your machine up again Hold your utility valve in position and refit wedge Also refit bag elbow adaptor amp wedge Refit cover plate Do not jam wires May want to lay machine on its side so you can see correct positioning of your cover plate Note Low voltage dustpan cables are now at the back of your machine Your main directional air vent arrow will now be pointing towards the front of your cupboard Your power lead will now be at the front of your machine You can drill a hole and drop your lead down through your kickboard and bring your lead up at the rear of your dustpan hose hole See drawing below Your unit should now look like this an
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15. se make sure you fill in our referral form for them As soon as we confirm the order s we will send your FREE bags Note both the above offers are for residential end use customers and do not apply for trade commercial quantity buys NOTE Coming soon both the warranty registration amp referral form will be on our web site so if more convenient please check web site first prior to sending hard copy forms back 15 Warranty Registration Title Family Name Given Names Mobile Home Phone Work Phone Email Website Address Suburb Town State Postcode Select one with a circle would like to receive an once yearly KitVac update and specials would like to receive my free bag KITVAC LOCATION S KITVAC INSTALLED IN A NEW HOME A NEW UNIT HOME RENOVATION UNIT RENOVATION AN EXISTING HOME AN EXISTING UNIT OTHER OTHER PURCHASED FROM PURCHASE DATE INSTALLED BY MAIN BATHROOM HOW DID YOU LEARN ABOUT US KITCHEN iu CABINET MAKER mu BUILDER NM ENSUITE m RETAIL OUTLET ua RUMPUS M WEBSITE m GARAGE mM MAGAZINE DIRECT MAIL DIY KITVAC INTERNATIONAL Pty Ltd is an innovative company your comments appreciated and will be taken into consideration to develop the next KITVAC generation KitVac International Pty Ltd PO Box 202 Redcliffe Queensland 4020 Phone 61 7 3142 0878 Website www kitvac com Email info kitvac com WARRANTY KitVac
16. th 2 screws 6Gx25mm provided Affix double sided tape to the inside of each Self Locking Covers and place both covers in the corresponding hole Note The Self Locking Covers must be removed from the inside edge first if required 10 STANDARD INSTALLATION Dust Bag Installation A Push front end of the Dust Bag around the Utility Valve Elbow over the Installation Guides and hard against the Utility Valve Wedge B Push the Dust Bag rear end Straight into the Bag Elbow Connector over the Installation Guides and hard against the Bag Elbow Adaptor Wedge Vacuum Unit Lid Installation Place the Vacuum Unit Lid in position as shown Note When your unit is turned on the lid will pull down Tools Assembly Assemble the crevice tool 3 pieces in total Screw broom head on and attach handle with the screw supplied by drilling a small hole The broom pole extends by twisting both poles in opposite directions do not twist the plastic flange Attach hose bracket to cupboard door To complete the Standard Installation plug the KitVac to a GPO and push the KitVac Dustpan Inlet IN amp run for a few minutes 11 OPTIONAL EXTRAS FOR INSTALLATION Can you see it Lael 3 j m 4 4 i ome 2 d amp d INSTALL AN EXTRA DUSTPAN THE REAR OF YOUR BREAKFAST BAR The KitVac powerful electric motor is capable of driving extra KitVac Dustpans
17. tpan running for a longer period then you need to open your cupboard door for extra ventilation PRE INSTALLATION TEST Rest the Vacuum Unit flat on the floor e Ensure that the Vacuum Unit Dust Bag compartment is empty of all tools fittings and the Vacuum Unit Lid is in place e Bring firmly the Low Voltage Cables electrical connectors together e Plug the Vacuum Unit Power Lead into an appropriate power point GPO e Place one hand firmly on top of the Vacuum Unit and switch the GPO ON e he Vacuum Unit will start soft start takes approximately 3 5 seconds and run with a continuous even sound for say 30 seconds Contact our local representative if the Vacuum Unit doesn t perform as expected PRE INSTALLATION Right hand side cupboard mount The Kitvac unit is already set up for right hand side installation Just complete the following Check that the Air Vent insert arrow is pointing towards your front cupboard door If not remove bottom amp slide out the Air Vent amp turn the Air Vent Insert 180 amp refit The arrow at the Air Vent Insert points the direction of the air Low voltage dustpan cables should be at the back of your machine Left hand side cupboard mount A Remove the Vacuum Unit Lid B Remove the Face Plate You need to swap the utility valve with the bag elbow adaptor low voltage dustpan cables now change side and change the air vent Remove wedges Take out bag elbow a
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