Broan SFDB-DA, CX450, CXKIT450A User Manual

HOMEOWNERS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Broan-NuTone Canada Inc.;

Mississauga, Ontario

www.broan.ca

1-888-882-7626

To register this product, visit www.broan.ca

CENTRAL VACUUM

POWER UNIT

HOUSEHOLD TYPE

CX450/CXKIT450A

MODEL NO. SFDB-DA

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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.

When using an electric appliance, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR PERSONAL INJURY:

• Do not use on wet surfaces or outdoors.

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or
near children.

• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended
attachments.

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep
free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.

• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches,
or hot ashes.

• Do not use without dustbag or filter in place.

• Do not use to blow leaves or debris.

• Do not vacuum liquids or fine powders (such as drywall dust).

• Do not put any object on the unit.

• Ensure air flows freely around exhaust outlet.

• Do not install the unit horizontally.

• Do not use the pail as a wash pail.

• Do not use the pail as a stool.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

• Avoid picking up sharp objects.

• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use
in areas where they may be present.

• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should,
if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it
to a service center.

• Do not unplug the unit by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See grounding instructions on
page 9.

• Any servicing other than that recommended in this manual should be
performed by an authorized service facility.

• We recommend that your unit be inspected by a specialized technician once a
year.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

1. OPERATION

The power unit is located away from the everyday living areas of your home — usually
in the garage, basement, or utility room. Through a network of strong, lightweight
tubing, the power unit connects to inlets strategically placed throughout your
home. When you are ready to clean, attach the wand and cleaning tool onto the
end of the hose. Open the inlet cover and insert the end of the hose into the inlet.
Use the ON/OFF switch on the hose handle* to activate the power unit. As you
vacuum, dirt and dust are transported to the power unit where they remain in a
bag or in the debris pail.

NOTE: The rocker switch on the front of the power unit can be used to turn the

power unit on.

Use the cleaning tools as you would for any other vacuum cleaner. Avoid picking
up pine needles, coffee sticks and other similar objects. These kinds of objects
may become lodged in the hose or tubing.

2. VACUUM POWER CONTROL

The hose handle* is equipped with a control ring to
regulate the air flow. The control ring covers a “bleeder”
hole. Open the hole to reduce the suction for cleaning
draperies, small rugs, and other light fabrics. Some
very thick, plush carpets with high density yarns also
require reduced suction to make the nozzle easier to
push. Be sure to close the control ring completely
over the hole to produce the maximum power required
for most other cleaning tasks.

3. WHEN TO CHANGE BAG OR EMPTY DEBRIS PAIL**

With a 6 U.S. Gallons capacity, under normal conditions the bag/debris pail
requires changing/emptying approximately twice a year. If the bag/debris pail is
filled, you will notice a complete loss of vacuum in the system. Unless this loss of
vacuum is caused by a blockage in the system, changing the bag or emptying the
debris pail will solve the problem.

NOTE: Even if not filled to capacity, if the bag seems tightly stretched when

removing the debris pail, changing the bag will prevent it from tearing.

* The accessory kit is included only with the CXKIT450A model. See section 11

on page 10 for more details.

** In order to use the debris pail to collect debris, the optional permanent filter has

to be installed in the power unit (see permanent filter instructions on page 5).

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5. BAG REPLACEMENT

1. To remove the disposable bag, release both latches
on sides of the unit by pulling out and then
pushing up. Remove the pail from unit. Grasp the
edges of the bag collar and pull down. The bag will
slide off easily. Do not pull on the bag.

2. Unfold new bag.

3. Grasp collar where indicated on the bag and insert
over bag adapter. Be careful not to tear the bag.
Ensure the collar is positioned between the taper
ring and the bag stopper on the bag adapter (see
illustration below). Put the pail back in its place.

NOTE: A set of 3 replacement bags (model 391C) may be purchased from your

local Broan-NuTone Sales Outlet. To locate your nearest Broan-NuTone
Sales Outlet, call toll free 1-888-882-7626.

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BAG STOPPER

TAPER RING

LATCH

DEBRIS PAIL

DISPOSABLE BAG

SECONDARY FILTER

ROCKER SWITCH

EXHAUST OUTLET

INLET

BAG ADAPTER

INLET CHAMBER

VACUUM CHAMBER