Minuteman C80115-04, C80115-01, C80130-01, C80130-02, C80155-01 Operation Service Parts Care

X-1000 &

Model:

MX-1000
Vacuum
Series

OPERATION

C80115-01,02,03,04

C80130-01,02
C80155-01,02

C80215-01,02,03,04

SERVICE PARTS

CARE

Revised 1/94

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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 delivering carrier who should be notified immediately. Read all
instructions carefully before operating.

WARNING
Model (X-1000) Dry Pickup Only, C80115-01, 02, 03, 04, C80130-01, 02, C80155-01, 02

Electrical shock could occur if used on wet surfaces. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.

Electrical 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.

WARNING
Model (MX-1000) Wet & Dry Pickup, C80215-01, 02, 03, 04

To avoid electric shock, do not expose to rain. Store indoors.

CAUTION

Hazardous materials must be disposed of properly. Never throw contaminated debris in your usual trash receptacle.
Place debris in a plastic bag or can marked “ HAZARDOUS MATERIALS” and take to a hazardous waste handler.

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.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

To protect the operator from electrical shock, this machine must be grounded while in use. This machine is equipped
with an approved three-conductor power cord and grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding type receptacle.

This machine is for use on a nominal 120 volt circuit and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in
sketch A. Make sure that the machine is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adapter
should be used with this machine.

For equipment rated 150-250 volts: If the machine is provided with an attachment plug as shown in sketch B, it is
intended for use on a 240 volt (nominal) circuit. No adapter is available for this plug.

EXTENSION CORDS

If an extension cord is used, the wire size must be at least one size larger than the power cord on the machine and must
be limited to 25 feet in length. Extension cord must be three-wire grounded.

MAINTENANCE AND USAGE

Keep the motor intake cooling air screen clean. If this screen (on top of the motor) becomes clogged, it restricts the
flow of cooling air to the motor and will cause overheating.

No lubrication of the motor is required. Machine is equipped with sealed bearings.

For optimum performance, empty and clean filter bag regularly. A clogged and dirty bag restricts the flow of air and
results in reduced vacuum.

Check carbon brush periodically. Replace when worn down to approximately 1/2" in length.

Always unplug the machine when removing the motor head off the tank. This will prevent the accidental starting of the
motor and the possibility of fingers or objects getting into the unprotected impeller intake.

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OPERATING AND FILTER CARE INSTRUCTIONS

The Minuteman Model X-1000 Critical Filter Vacuum has been designed to clean up hazardous and toxic dust of all
types. A special High Efficiency Particulate Air (H.E.P.A.) filter and a series of “prefilters” used with this vacuum reduce
the incidence of airborne dust that would be created by any other method of cleaning.

During the removal of hazardous toxic dust, do not sweep, scoop, shovel, or in any manner handle other than vacuum­ing.

Do not at any time attempt to bypass, remove, substitute, or by any other means change the filters recommended for
use with this vacuum. Use only approved Minuteman filters and filter bags.

Do not at any time, or in any way, attempt to clean or remove dust particles that may collect or accumulate on the
surface of the H.E.P.A. filter media.

Do not reverse or attempt to clean “prefilters” which have accumulated dust, for the purpose of reusing them.
Since each facility has its own individual and unique cleaning problems, it is suggested that you use the following
guidelines in determining the length of time between filter changes and/or tank emptying:

1. Empty tank after accumulating about 20 pounds of debris.

2. Replace all prefilters each time you empty tank or replace collector bag. In “white room” applications where the
primary objective is to contain non-toxic dust, the “impact” prefilter should be visually checked to determine re­placement need. Impact prefilter should be changed when they show dust accumulation.

The efficiency of your vacuum will be determined by the amount and the density of the material you are vacuuming. All
vacuums will lose efficiency as they become filled. The operator must, therefore, be the one to determine the frequency
for emptying and changing filters based on the efficiency and performance of the vacuum during the cleaning process.

The Model X-1000-15 vacuum lid assembly is equipped with a motor cooling air recirculating tube to prevent carbon dust
particles, generated within the motor assembly, from being exhausted out of the machine. The recirculating tube directs
the motor cooling air into the vacuum tank and through the prefilter and H.E.P.A. filter before it is exhausted into the
atmosphere. The recirculating tube requires a small amount of vacuum air flow to operate effectively which may result
in a slightly reduced vacuum performance. If you are not operating under “clean room” conditions that would require the
use of this device, you may disconnect it by simply removing the curved tube on the vacuum lid assembly and plugging
the hole/tube in the lid. Do not plug the hole/tube that is in the side of the dome.

TANK/FILTER SET-UP PROCEDURE FOR MODEL X-1000-15

1. Remove vacuum lid assembly from tank.

2. Install impaction prefilter No. 9, Page 5.

3. Place cloth filter bag onto and into tank using formed rubber gasket as a guide and press down firmly onto the tank
rim.

4. Position vacuum lid onto the tank, making sure that gasket of the lid is seated onto the rubber ring of the cloth bag
frame completely around tank.

5. Snap lid latches into place.

OPTION:

A. A disposable “filter bag protector”, No. 5, Page 17, can be used in the tank, installed ahead of the cloth filter bag.

The filter bag protector is inserted into the tank with the elastic band snapped around the rim of the tank. (About 2
inches of the bag should be outside the tank, then proceed with step 3 above.)

B. Intake down tube, see No. 14, Page 9, with disposable collector bag. If your tank assembly has this option, install

disposable bag by locating the cardboard collar around the intake tube and gently work it up past the raised ring
that runs around the tube, then proceed with step 3 above.

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PROCEDURE FOR REMOVING FILTERS AND FOR CLEANING OUT TANK

Model X-1000-15 Dry only when used for white room applications with non-hazardous materials

1. Unplug machine from power source.

2. Remove vacuum lid/motor assembly with H.E.P.A. filter. Inspect impaction prefilter No. 9, Page 5. If impaction filter
shows discoloration due to dust penetration, replace it with clean filter.

3. Remove cloth filter bag assembly No. 6, Page 17. Clean outside surface of filter bag by shaking in waste container
outside of white room. If another vacuum is available, use vacuum to clean bag.

4. If “optional” filter bag protector No. 5, Page 17, has been used, remove from tank and dispose.

5. Dispose of debris in tank assembly.

6. If “optional” tank with “intake down tube” No. 14, Page 9, has been used, remove disposal collector bag at bottom
of tube and dispose.

7. For proper assembly of new filters, see “Tank/Filter Set-up Procedure”, Page 2.

PROCEDURE FOR REMOVING CONTAMINATED FILTER AND

FOR CLEANING OF CONTAMINATED TANK

Model X-1000-15 Dry only when used for recovery of hazardous or toxic materials

For the protection of your health, you should always wear the proper approved or required face mask,
gloves and clothing as specified by your Safety Department for your particular application.

1. Unplug machine from power source.

2. Remove vacuum lid/motor assembly with H.E.P.A. filter.

3. Remove impaction prefilter, No. 9, Page 5, and place in proper hazardous waste disposal container.

4. Gently remove the cloth filter bag assembly; recommended method of cleaning is by vacuuming with another
H.E.P.A. vacuum.

5. Remove filter bag protector and place in hazardous waste disposal container. “Filter bag protector” is optional, No.
5, Page 17, however, it is recommended in all applications where hazardous, toxic materials are being recovered.

6. Dispose of debris in tank assembly.

7. If “optional” tank with “down intake tube”, No. 14, Page 9, has been used, remove disposable collector bag at
bottom of tube and dispose in proper container.

8. For proper assembly of new filters, see “Tank/Filter Set-up Procedure”.

9. CAUTION: Hazardous materials, including disposable filters and prefilters must be disposed of properly.

10. Never throw contaminated debris in your usual trash receptacle. Place debris in proper containers as
recommended by your Safety Department. All vacuum units should be properly tagged or labeled
“HAZARDOUS MATERIAL” and should only be used by authorized, trained personnel.

ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 1

Model MX-1000-15 Dry only when used for recovery of hazardous or toxic materials

(see Schematic Fig. 1 on Page 17 for assembly)

1. Install No. 3 spacer gasket onto tank using formed rubber gasket as a guide.

2. Install No. 2 heavy-duty 20 gallon plastic bag liner into tank and drape about two inches over rim of spacer gasket.

3. Place No. 4, 1 to 1 adapter with hose intake, onto tank assembly. Center adapter onto spacer gasket and snap lid
latches into place.

4. Take the proper filter protector bag No. 5 and insert it into adapter. Then snap the elastic band around the rim of the
adapter. Allow two inches to overlap the adapter rim.

5. Place the cloth filter bag No. 6 onto and into the adapter, using the formed rubber gasket to center it.

6. Position the vacuum lid assembly No. 7 onto the adapter, making sure that the gasket of the lid is seated onto the
rubber ring of the cloth bag frame completely around the tank. Snap lid latches into place.

7. Install the tank plug No. 9 into hose intake on tank. All debris picked up through hose intake on 1 to 1
adapter will be deposited into bag liner No. 2 in tank assembly.

PROCEDURE FOR REMOVING DEBRIS

AND CHANGING FILTERS ON MODEL MX-1000-15 ABOVE

1. Remove the vacuum lid assembly and place on worktable.

2. Carefully remove cloth filter bag without disturbing paper filter protector.

3. Reach into bottom of filter protector; pull protector up while gathering together. Remove elastic band around
adapter rim and insert filter protector into plastic bag liner in lower tank assembly.

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4. Use damp disposable towels and wipe down inside of 1 to 1 adapter. Place wipers into plastic bag liner.

5. Unclamp lid latches and remove 1 to 1 adapter.

6. Unclamp holder on underside of H.E.P.A. filter, remove impaction filter and place in plastic bag liner.

7. Collect plastic bag liner from tank rim and tie closed.

8. Remove spacer gasket.

9. Carefully remove plastic bag liner from tank. Do not lift bag out. Turn tank assembly until it is horizontal with floor.
Slide bag liner out, avoiding intake deflector on inside.

10. Dispose of bag liner with debris in accordance with required procedures.

11. For proper assembly of new filters see “Assembly Procedure I - Model MX-1000-15 Dry only” on Page 17.

ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE II

Model MX-1000-15 wet vacuuming only when for recovery of liquid hazardous materials (see Schematic Fig. 2 on Page

17)

1. Install No. 8 water shut-off assembly into tank assembly, centering rubber gasket around rim of tank.

2. Place No. 10, 1 to 1 adapter onto tank, center, and snap lid latches into place.

3. Take the paper filter protector bag No. 5 and insert it into the adapter, then snap the elastic band around the rim of
the adapter. Allow 2 inches to overlap the adapter rim.

4. Place the cloth filter bag No. 6 onto and into the adapter, using the formed rubber gasket to center it.

5. Position the vacuum lid assembly No. 7 onto the adapter making sure that the gasket of the lid is seated onto the
rubber ring of the cloth bag frame completely around the tank. Snap lid latches into place.

6. Water shut-off will activate at approximately 12 gallon level, choking off vacuum.

OPTIONS: Water dump valve can be installed for emptying tank into floor drain. Must be factory installed.

PROCEDURE FOR EMPTYING TANK

1. Remove the vacuum lid assembly and place on work table.

2. Remove and inspect cloth filter bag for moisture. If bag is wet, allow to dry before reusing or replace with clean, dry
filter bag.

3. Remove and inspect filter bag protector for moisture. If bag is wet, replace with dry filter bag protector.

4. Remove 1 to 1 adapter.

5. Remove water shut-off assembly.

6. Dispose of liquid waste in accordance with required procedures.

7. If tank assembly is elevated above container receiving waste, tilt tank on rear wheels by lowering carriage handle
and dump waste into receiving container.

8. If optional dump valve has been installed, lift handle on valve to allow liquid to run out into receiving waste container
or floor drain.

USE OF 30 GALLON OR 55 GALLON ADAPTER

Conversion Options: Wet/Dry Applications

1. Your Model X-1000-15 vacuum can be converted or adapted to fit a 30 gallon or 55 gallon drum when larger
capacity is required.

2. Model X-1000-30 or X-1000-55 can be supplied as original equipment.

3. If you are converting your present X-1000-15 vacuum to 30 or 55 gallon capacity for dry recovery, you will need:

A. 30 or 55 gallon adapter ring, see Page 11.
B. 30 or 55 gallon drum, see Page 13.

C. Drum dolly, see Page 15.
For wet recovery, in addition to the above, you will need:
A. 1 to 1 adapter, see Page 17, No. 4.
B. Water shut-off, see Page 17, No. 8.

4. For proper assembly of new filters, follow “Tank/Filter Set-Up Procedure” on Page 3, supplementing adapter ring

and drum in place of regular tank assembly.

5. For dry recovery, use 30 gallon or 55 gallon heavy-duty drum liner draped over rim of drum before putting adapter

on drum. All material recovered will go into bag liner which can then be removed and replaced as required.

6. For wet recovery, 30 or 55 gallon drum can be equipped with dump valve, see No. 2, Page 13.

7. For wet recovery, install water shut-off assembly onto and into adapter ring and follow steps 2, 3, 4, and 5 as

outlined under Assembly Procedure II. Model MX-1000-15 Wet recovery only on Page 4.

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