Air King AKCV1380, AKCV1225, AKCV1310 User Manual

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS -

OPERATING MANUAL

Models AKCV1225,
AKCV1380, AKCV1310

Central Vacuum

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GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

When using electrical appliances, basic precautions

should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,

electric shock and injury to person, including the following:

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND

INJURY TO PERSON, OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING:

1. Read all instructions before installing or using the central vacuum.

2. Use this central vacuum only as described in this manual. Any other use
not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electrical shock,
or injury to persons.

WARNING: DO NOT DEPEND UPON THE UNIT’S CONTROLS AS THE

SOLE MEANS OF DISCONNECTING POWER WHEN INSTALLING OR SERVICING.
ALWAYS UNPLUG THE UNIT.

3. Before servicing or cleaning the unit, unplug the unit.

4. Installation work and electrical wiring must be done by qualified person(s)
in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, including fire­related construction.

5. Make certain that the power source conforms to the electrical requirements
of the unit.

CAUTION: THIS UNIT MUST NOT BE USED IN POTENTIALLY

DANGEROUS LOCATIONS SUCH AS FLAMMABLE, EXPLOSIVE, CHEMICAL­LADEN OR WET ATMOSPHERES.

6. When cutting or drilling into wall or ceiling, do not damage electrical wiring
and other hidden utilities.

CAUTION: EXHAUST SHOULD NOT BE VENTED INTO A WALL, CEILING,

OR CONCEALED SPACE WITHIN THE HOME.

7. This unit is not intended for use on wet or outdoor locations, flammable or
combustible liquids, burning or smoking items such as cigarettes, matches,
or hot ashes.

8. The central vacuum must be grounded as a precaution against possible
electrical shock.

9. Do not use with damaged cord or plug.

10. Do not insert any objects into openings other than acceptable hose
connections.

11. Use extra care when vacuuming on stairs.

12. To avoid motor bearing damage and noisy and/or unbalanced impellers,
keep drywall spray, construction dust, etc. off power unit.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

USE THIS FAN WITH ANY SOLID-STATE SPEED CONTROL DEVICE.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

WARNING: IMPROPER CONNECTION OF THE EQUIPMENT-GROUNDING

CONDUCTOR CAN RESULT IS A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. CHECK WITH A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN OR SERVICE PERSON IF YOU ARE IN DOUBT AS TO
WHETHER THE OUTLET IS PROPERLY GROUNDED. DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG
PROVIDED WITH THE UNIT- IF IT WILL NOT FIT THE OUTLET, HAVE A PROPER
OUTLET INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

WARNING: THIS UNIT IS FOR USE ON A NOMINAL 120 VOLT CIRCUIT

AND HAS A GROUNDING PLUG. MAKE SURE THAT THE UNIT IS CONNECTED
TO AN OUTLET HAVING THE SAME CONFIGURATIONS AS THE PLUG. NO
ADAPTER SHOULD BE USED WITH THIS UNIT.

This unit requires a dedicated, grounded electrical outlet of 120 volts AC, 60 Hz,
15 amp circuit.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Unpack central vacuum power unit from the carton and confirm that all
pieces are present. In addition to the power unit you should have:

1 - Power unit mounting bracket
1 - Inlet valve
1 - Instruction/Safety Sheet

Planning the Installation

The Air King Central Vacuum System consists of three major components. The
power unit, fittings including the inlet valves and tubing, and the tool kit. The
power unit is designed to be permanently mounted in one location with
connections made to the living area with a network of inlets and tubing.

Locating the Power Unit

1. The power unit can be located in a garage, basement, utility room, or any
other room that allows for sufficient ventilation, is dry, and provides
accessibility to the unit for emptying the collection canister.

CAUTION: IF THE POWER UNIT IS INSTALLED IN A CLOSET OR

UTILITY ROOM, IT MUST BE VENTED TO PROVIDE ENOUGH AIR FLOW.
LOUVERED DOORS CAN BE USED. DO NOT MOUNT IN A HIGH AMBIENT
TEMPERATURE AREA SUCH AS ATTIC, FURNACE ROOM, ETC.

NOTE: If venting the unit to the outdoors, avoid venting to areas such as patios

or entranceways.

2. The power unit should be mounted within 5 feet of an acceptable outlet.
Check the electrical specifications of your specific unit to ensure the circuit
is not being overloaded. A dedicated 15 amp circuit should be used.

Locating the Inlet Valves

1. The number of inlet valves will be determined by the layout of your home.
The hose must be able to reach every corner of the home including inside
closets and around furniture. Inlets should be placed in central locations
and avoid placing behind furniture or doors.

2. Using a 30 foot piece of string or the hose itself, have one person hold one
end to the planned inlet location and have the second person walk around
the room(s) to determine if more inlets are needed. Continue this exercise
until you can reach every area of the home (Figure 1).

45° Elbows

45° Wye

Trunk Line

Obstruction

Stop

Trunk Line to
Power Unit

Branch

Line

Coupling

Trunk Line to

Figure 2

2. Branch lines join the remaining inlets to the trunk line and can be run through
walls, closets, cold air return duct, etc. As with the trunk line, branch lines
should be kept at straight as possible.

3. Avoid gravity drops in the branch line. A branch line located directly below
an overhead trunk line will accumulate dirt due to the effects of gravity. The
result will be a pile of debris at the base of the inlet valve each time it is
opened (Figure 3).

last Inlet

Debris

Correct

Wrong

Figure 3

CAUTION: MAKE SURE TUBING WILL NOT OBSTRUCT OR INTERFERE

WITH ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, OR OTHER MECHANICAL INSTALLATIONS.

Power
Unit

Garage

Bedrm

Bath

Bedrm Bedrm

Living
Room

Hall

Kitchen

Figure 1

3. If the installation is for new constructions and you are working with 1/4"
scale blueprints, use a seven inch string to represent the hose.

NOTE: If an electrical tool kit with a corded hose will be used, make sure an
electrical outlet is located within 5 feet of the inlet.

Planning the Tubing System

1. The tubing system will include a main trunk line that will flow from the
furthest wall inlet back to the power unit and can be run through the
basement or the attic (Figure 2). The trunk line should be kept as straight
as possible to maximize the unit performance. When elbows are needed
45° fittings should be used or if a 90° connection is required, a sweep elbow
should be used.

Installation into New Construction

Installing the Inlet Valves

1. Using flush mounting screws (not provided) install the appropriate inlet
mounting plate to the wall stud (Figure 4).

Model CVIV70
Standard Inlet
Mounting Plate

Model CVIV65

Electric Inlet

Mounting Plate

Model CVIV80
Plaster Guard

Figure 4

NOTE: Installation height will depend on personal preference, but generally the

inlet is installed 18" above the finished floor.

2. To protect the system during the drywall phase of construction, an optional
CVIV80 plaster guard can be utilized and should be installed at this point.

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