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Parts and Instruction Manual
290 Series Vacuum
15 & 20 Gallon
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This manual is furnished with each new MINUTEMAN 290 Vacuum. This provides the necessary
operating and preventive maintenance instructions. Operators must read and understand this manual
before operating or servicing this machine.
This machine was designed to give you excellent performance and efficiency. For best results and
minimal cost, please follow the general guidelines below:
· Operate the machine with reasonable care.
· Follow the manufacturers suggested maintenance instructions as provided in this booklet.
· Use original Minuteman supplied parts.
Technical Specifications
Model 290
Model No.
Volts Tank Weight
(Single Motor)
C29085-05 115 15 gal (57 l) 67 lbs (30 kg)
C29085-06 115 20 gal (76 l) 72 lbs (33 kg)
C29085-15 230 15 gal (57 l) 67 lbs (30 kg)
C29085-20 230 20 gal (76 l) 72 lbs (33 kg)
(Twin Motor)
C29285-05 115 15 gal (57 l) 72 lbs (33 kg)
C29285-06 115 20 gal (76 l) 72 lbs (33 kg)
C29285-15 230 15 gal (57 l) 72 lbs (33 kg)
C29285-20 230 20 gal (76 l) 72 lbs (33 kg)
(Three Motor)
C29385-15 240 15 gal (57 l) 72 lbs (33 kg)
C29385-20 240 20 gal (76 l) 72 lbs (33 kg)
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Important Safety Instructions............................................................................................................ 1
Inspection ........................................................................................................................................ 2
Electrical .......................................................................................................................................... 2
Grounding Instructions .................................................................................................................... 2
User Maintenance Instructions ........................................................................................................ 3
Cloth Bag & Hose Assembly ........................................................................................................... 3
Cord Storage ................................................................................................................................... 3
Tools & Attachments ........................................................................................................................ 7
Exploded Views .................................................................................................................................. 8
Lid Assembly - Single Motor ............................................................................................................ 8
Lid Assembly - Single Motor BOM................................................................................................... 9
Lid Assembly - Twin Motor ............................................................................................................ 10
Lid Assembly - Twin Motor BOM ...................................................................................................11
Lid Assembly - Three Motor .......................................................................................................... 12
Lid Assembly - Three Motor BOM ................................................................................................. 13
Tank Assembly - 15 Gallon ............................................................................................................ 14
Tank Assembly - 20 Gallon ............................................................................................................ 15
Bag Assembly ............................................................................................................................... 16
Minuteman International Made Simple Commercial Limited Warranty........................................ 17
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FOR COMMERCIAL USE ONLY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• To avoid electric shock, do not expose to rain, store indoors.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electrical shock. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
• Never allow children or untrained adults to operate this equipment.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pet s. Keep
bystanders at least 25 feet away from the area of operation.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around
sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• 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 airflow.
• 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 dust bag and/or filters in place.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where
they may be present.
• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See grounding instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Inspection
Carefully unpack and inspect your machine for shipping damage. Each unit is tested and thoroughly
inspected before shipment, and any damage is the responsibility of the delivery carrier who should
be notified immediately.
Electrical
This machine is designed to operate on a standard 15 amp. 115 volt, 60 hz, AC circuit. Voltages
below 105 volts AC or above 125 volts AC could cause serious damage to the motor.
- 115
Electrical - 230
(Model C29486-02 230V) This machine is designed to operate on a standard 16 amp type L
fused 230 volt, 50 hz, AC circuit. Voltages below 200 volts AC or above 250 volts AC could cause
serious damage to the motor. I.E.C. Class 1.
WARNING
Electric motors can cause explosions when operated near explosive materials or vapors. Do not
operate this machine near flammable materials such as solvents, thinners, fuels, grain dust, etc.
Grounding Instructions
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 equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug
must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER - Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in 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 appliance — if
it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the
plug illustrated in Sketch A below. Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having
the same configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this appliance.
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User Maintenance Instructions
All service and repair should be performed by qualified vacuum service representative or electrician.
No user serviceable components are employed in the electrical vacuum lid head assembly . No
lubrication of the motor is required.
Cloth Bag & Hose Assembly
Cloth bag and hose assembly are user maintenance items and can be replaced when worn out.
Cloth bags can be maintained by blowing dust off of the bag and then laundering. Cloth bags
should be completely dryed before re-installing into machine. For optimum performance, empty
and clean filter bag regularly . A clogged and dirty bag restricts the flow of air and result s in
reduced vacuum. The hose assembly can be maintained by wiping off with a dampened cloth of
mild liquid soap and water, then allowed to dry.
Cord Storage
While not in use storage can be accomplished by winding cord around motor lid assembly. Cord
should be completely unwound from lid assembly during operation.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return to service center.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Always unplug the machine when removing the motor head off the tank. This equipment should
be stored indoors and not exposed to rain.
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Tools & Attachments
A
B
C
D
Part No. Description
800083 3" Rd. Dust Brush Complete
133249 Dust Brush HSG 3"
800084 Bristle Insert 3"
800035 12" Crev Tool Complete
290000 Wand Assy. 1-1/2, Complete
800317 Hose Assy. 1-1/2 x 10'
E
F
G
601032 Tool
800124 5" Tool Only Without Insert
731 Bristle Insert Replacement
800605 14" Squeegee, Complete
711128 SCR #10 HILO
800615 14" Retaining Strip
808648 Nozzle, Squeegee
500295 Blade Squeegee
500296 Blade Squeegee Reinforcement
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Exploded Views
Lid Assembly - Single Motor
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Lid Assembly - Single Motor BOM
Item Part No. Qty. Description
1 290017 1 MOULDED VAC MOTOR GASKET (115V)
1A 380035 1 GASKET, 4.31 X 5.81 X.19 (240V)
2 290030 1 LID GASKET DIECUT 15G 290
3 380001-4 1 VAC MOTOR ECM 115V
3A 740149 1 VAC MOTOR 6296-13 240V
3B 380005 2 CARBON BRUSH REPLACEMENT (115V)
3C 380028 2 CARBON BRUSH REPLACEMENT (240V)
4 380064 1 RING, FOAM
5 381020 1 CORD-16GA-3 50FT MED GREY (115V)
5A 740600 1 CORD-EUR F3 G1.5MM 50FT B (240V)
6 460000 1 HANDLE 460 LID BLACK
7 460003 1 LID COVER 460 BLACK
8 460011 1 FLOAT CAGE ADAPTER 460 BLK
9 460019 1 GASKET 3.75 X 5.75 X .75
10 460031 1 MOTOR HOLDOWN 5.7 X 1
11 460045 1 DOME SEAL GASKET 290
12 460070 1 MOTOR COVER NEW STYLE SINGLE
13 460006 1 VAC MTR ADPTR 460 BLACK
14 710182 1 SCR-MC 1/4-20 X 1.00 ZINC
15 711109 4 SCR-ST-B 12 X .50 ZINC
16 711124 1 SCR-ST-B 10 X .37 NI
17 711160 8 SCR-HI/LO #10 X 5/8 ZINC
18 711161 5 SCR-HI/LO #10 X 3/4 ZINC
19 711162 2 SCR-HI/LO #10 X 1 1/2 ZINC
20 711170 1 SCR #10 A POINT X 3.5
21 711425 1 NUT-FLANGED WIZZ 1/4-20
22 711553 2 WSR-INT LOCK #10
23 711584 1 WSR #10
24 712320 2 WSR .22 X .45 X .04 NYL
25 715086 1 DECAL-WARNING PV TO AVOID
26 807051 1 SCREEN SS 85/105
27 809754 1 SWITCH-ROCKER
28 830987 1 FLOAT ASSY
29 833237 1 STRAIN RELIEF W/NUT
30 833454 1 FLOAT CAGE
*** 290085 2 LID ASY COMP 15G INJ 115V
*** 290086 1 LID ASY COMP MOLDED 230V
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Lid Assembly - Twin Motor
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Lid Assmbly - Twin Motor BOM
Item Part No. Qty. Description
1 290017 2 MOULDED VAC MOTOR GASKET (115V)
1A 380035 2 GASKET, 4.31 X 5.81 X.19 (230V)
2 290030 1 LID GASKET DIECUT 15G 290
3 380001-4 2 VAC MOTOR ECM 115V
3A 740149 2 VAC MOTOR 6296-13 230V
3B 380005 2 CARBON BRUSH REPLACEMENT (115V)
3C 380028 2 CARBON BRUSH REPLACEMENT (230V)
4 380064 2 RING, FOAM
5 381020 1 CORD-16GA-3 50FT MED GREY (115V)
5A 740600 1 CORD-EUR F3 G1.5MM 50FT (230V)
6 460000 1 HANDLE 460 LID BLACK
7 460003 1 LID COVER 460 BLACK
8 460009 2 VALVE VACUUM 460 BLACK
9 460011 1 FLOAT CAGE ADAPTER 460 BLK
10 460019 2 GASKET 3.75 X 5.75 X .75
11 460041 1 MOTOR HOLDOWN 5.7 X 2
12 460045 1 DOME SEAL GASKET 290
13 460071 1 MOTOR COVER NEW STYLE TWIN
14 460010 1 VACUUM HOUSING 460 BLACK
15 710182 1 SCR-MC 1/4-20 X 1.00 ZINC
16 711109 4 SCR-ST-B 12 X .50 ZINC
17 711124 4 SCR-ST-B 10 X .37 NI
18 711160 11 SCR-HI/LO #10 X 5/8 ZINC
19 711161 8 SCR-HI/LO #10 X 3/4 ZINC
20 711162 2 SCR-HI/LO #10 X 1 1/2 ZINC
21 711170 1 SCR #10 A POINT X 3.5
22 711425 1 NUT-FLANGED WIZZ 1/4-20
23 711553 2 WSR-INT LOCK #10
24 711584 1 WSR #10
25 712320 2 WSR .22 X .45 X .04 NYL
26 715086 1 DECAL-WARNING PV TO AVOID
27 740250 2 THERMODISC-290TWIN
28 740430 1 WIRE ASSY.
29 740431 1 WIRE ASSY.
30 740529 2 WIRE ASSY 16G BROWN 13.00"
31 750002 1 GROUND WIRE ASY YELLOW (115V)
31A 740116 1 WIRE ASSY 16G GRN/YEL 14.50" (230V)
32 807051 1 SCREEN SS 85/105
33 809754 2 SWITCH-ROCKER
34 830999 1 FLOAT ASY 3BLT
35 832241 3 RIVET-POP
36 833237 1 STRAIN RELIEF W/NUT
37 833454 1 FLOAT CAGE
*** 290285 1 LID ASY TWIN 85 INJ 115V
*** 290286 1 LID ASY COMP MOLDED 230V
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Lid Assembly - Three Motor
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Lid Assembly - Three Motor BOM
Item Part No. Qty. Description
1 740149 3 MOTOR-VAC 240V
1A 380028 2 EA CARBON BRUSH Replacement
2 380035 3 GASKET, 4.31 X 5.81 X.19
3 380064 3 RING, FOAM
4 740600 1 CORD-EUROPEAN F3 G1.5MM 50FT BLACK
5 460000 1 HANDLE 460 LID BLACK
6 460003 1 LID COVER 460 BLACK
7 460011 1 FLOAT CAGE ADAPTER 460 BLK
8 290030 1 LID GASKET DIECUT 15G 290
9 460019 3 GASKET 3.75 X 5.75 X .75
10 460072 1 COVER-MOTOR CVR NEW STYLE THREE
11 830590 1 MOTOR HOLDOWN X 3
12 460075 1 MOTOR PAN ASY 3 MTR NEW
13 460045 1 DOME SEAL GASKET 290
14 710182 1 SCR-MC 1/4-20 X 1.00 ZINC
15 711109 4 SCR-ST-B 12 X .50 ZINC
16 711124 8 SCR-ST-B 10 X .37 NI
17 711160 3 SCR-HI/LO #10 X 5/8 ZINC
18 711161 4 SCR-HI/LO #10 X 3/4 ZINC
19 711170 1 SCR 10 A POINT X 3.5
20 711425 1 NUT-FLANGED WIZZ 1/4-20 STL ZP
21 711584 1 WSR #10
22 740711 3 SWITCH, ROCKER ON/OFF 2 NO 25A
23 807051 1 SCREEN SS 85/105
24 830999 1 FLOAT ASY 3BLT
25 833237 1 STRAIN RELIEF-W/NUT
26 833454 1 FLOAT CAGE
27 460009 3 VALVE VACUUM 460 BLACK
28 711162 2 SCR-HI/LO #10 X 1 1/2 ZINC
29 712320 2 WSR .20 X .45 X .048 NYL
30 740250 3 THERMODISC-290TWIN
31 832996 2 TERMINAL BLOCK-2POLE VDE
32 711104 2 SCR-ST-A 10 X .50
33 711553 6 WSR-INT LOCK #10
34 740419 1 14G GRN/YEL 13.00" B= 1
35 711104 2 SCR-ST-A 10 X .50
36 711553 6 WSR-INT LOCK #10
*** 833000 1 LID ASY COMP 3MTR 230V
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Tank Assembly - 15 Gallon
Bill of Material - 290040
1 280018 1 Tank 15GBM Burgundy
2 390031 1 Handle
3 712638 3 Nut Hex 10/24 SS Nyloc
Item Part No. Qty. Description
4 390011 1 Axle
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5 900035 1 Deflector, Intake
6 390035 2 Latch
7 712766 4 Curved Washer
8 828980 4 Gasket
9 712532 2 SCR-MC 10-24x1
10 833316 1 Drain Plug
11 712544 1 SCR-MC 10-24x3/4 SS FH
12 712541 4 SCR 1/4 –20 x 1.00 SS TH
13 711352 4 Nut-Acorn 1/4 –20
14 712764 3 Washer SS #10
15 711518 4 Flat Washer
16 711524 2 WSR-Wave .52 x .87 x .01
17 280017PLT 2 Backing Plate
18 711594 2 WSR-Flat
19 130032 2 Retainer
20 711444PLT 4 1/4 –20 Weldnut Plated
21 900008 2 Wheel
22 280016 2 Caster 3”
23 828894 4 Pop Rivet
24 390110 1 Intake Assembly
25 833831 2 Clamp Back Plate
26 390087 1 Gasket
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Tank Assembly - 20 Gallon
Bill of Material - 290020
1 290021 1 20 Gal Poly Tank MCH
2 390031 1 Handle Plt 390 Series
3 712638 1 Nut Hex 10/24 SS Nyloc
Item Part No. Qty. Description
4 390033 1 Axle 390 Series Plated
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5 900035 1 Deflector, Intake
6 460114 2 Latch, Poly Tank
7 712761 4 Flat Washer
8 710182 2 SCR-MC 1/4 –20 x 1.00 STPL
9 712532 2 SCR-MC 10-24x1 SS
10 712541 4 SCR 1/4 –20 x 1.00 SS TH
11 712544 1 SCR-MC 10-24x3/4 SS FH
12 828894 4 Pop Rivet
13 711352 4 Nut-Acorn 1/4 –20 ST
14 712764 3 Washer SS #10
15 711505 2 WSR-Flat 1/4
16 711524 2 WSR-Wave .52 x .87 x .01
17 711444PLT 4 1/4 –20 Weldnut Plated
18 711594 2 WSR-Flat .56 x .88 x .03
19 711713 2 Retaining Ring-E Ext. .50
20 715383 1 Decal MMAN 1x6.88 Lt Gry
21 900008 2 Wheel
22 828894 2 Pop RIvet
23 390087 1 Gasket, Diecut Poron Intake
24 390110 1 Intake Assembly Aluminum
25 833831 2 Clamp Back Plate
26 828980 4 Gasket
27 804457 2 Caster, 3” Black
28 833316 1 Drain Plug
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Item Part No. Qty. Description
1 760131 1 Molded Bag Ring
2 805054 1 Cloth Bag Only
3 805058 1 Cloth Bag Assy. Complete
Part # 805038pkg Paper Bags for the 15-20 Gallon unit 12 per pkg
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Minuteman International Made Simple Commercial Limited Warranty
Minuteman I nternational, I nc. w arrants t o t he original purchaser/user that the p roduct is f ree f rom defects in
workmanship and materials under normal use. Minuteman will, at its option, repair or replace without charge, parts
that fail under normal use and service when operated and maintained in accordance with the applicable operation and
instruction manuals. Al l w arranty c laims must be sub mitted t hrough and ap proved by f actory authorized repair
stations.
This warranty does not apply to normal wear, or to items whose life is dependent on their use and care, such as belts,
cords, sw itches, hoses, rubber par ts, e lectrical m otor c omponents or adj ustments. Par ts n ot manufactured by
Minuteman ar e covered by a nd subject to t he w arranties and/or gua rantees of t heir manufacturers. Pl ease contact
Minuteman for procedures in warranty claims against these manufacturers.
Special warning to purchaser -- Use of replacement filters and/or prefilters not manufactured by Minuteman or its
designated l icensees, w ill voi d al l warranties ex pressed or i mplied. A p otential he alth h azard exits w ithout o riginal
equipment replacement.
All warranted items become the sole property of Minuteman or its original manufacturer, whichever the case may be.
Minuteman disclaims any implied warranty, including the warranty of merchantability and the warranty of fitness for a
particular purpose. Minuteman assumes no responsibility for any special, incidental or consequential damages.
This limited warranty is applicable only in the U.S.A. and Canada, and is extended only to the original user/purchaser
of t his pr oduct. Customers out side the U.S.A. and Canada should co ntact their local distributor for export warranty
policies. M inuteman i s n ot responsible f or c osts or r epairs performed by pe rsons other than t hose s pecifically
authorized by Minuteman. This warranty does not apply to damage from transportation, al terations by unauthorized
persons, misuse or ab use of the equ ipment, us e of non -compatible chemicals, or damage to property, or l oss of
income due to malfunctions of the product.
If a difficulty develops with this machine, you should contact the dealer from whom it was purchased.
This warranty gives yo u specific legal rights, and you may have ot her rights which vary from state to st ate. Som e
states do not allow t he ex clusion or limitation of special, incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you.
Cord Electric Group………. Three years parts, two years labor, ninety days travel (Not to exceed two hours)
Exceptions………. Port-A-Scrub, one year parts, six months labor
MPV 13, one year parts
MPV 14 and 18, two years parts, one year labor
RapidAir blower, one year parts, one year labor
Explosion-Proof Vacuum, one year parts, one year labor
Pneumatic Vacuums, three years parts, one year labor
EX 12 and EX12H, one year parts, one year labor
Battery Op er ated Group ….. Three years parts, two years labor, ninety days travel
(Not to exceed two hours)
Exceptions……Sweepers, one year parts, one year labor, ninety days travel
(Not to exceed two hours)
Internal Combustion Group….One year parts, one year labor, ninety day travel
(Not to exceed two hours)
Replac ement Part s ……………..Ninety days
Batteries………………………….0-3 months replacement, 4-12 months pro-rate
Polypropylene Plastic Tanks…Ten years, no additional labor
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