This manual is furnished with each new MINUTEMAN X839. 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 X839
NumberWet Capacity** Dry CapacityTank SizeMaterial Air FlowWaterliftFilter Area
C83985-01 12 gal (45 ltr) .82 cu. ft (.02 m3) 15 gal (57 ltr) SS 95 CFM(2.7m3/min) 85" (2159 mm) 1137in2(7336cm2)
C83905-01 12 gal (45 ltr) .82 cu. ft (.02 m3) 15 gal (57 ltr) SS 115 CFM(3.2m3/min) 105" (2667 mm) 2592in2(16,724cm2)
C83930-01 12 gal (45 ltr) .82 cu. ft (.02 m3) 15 gal (57 ltr) SS 100 CFM(2.8m3/min) 130" (3302 mm) 2592in2(16,724cm2)
C83985-03 12 gal (45 ltr) .82 cu. ft (.03 m3) 15 gal (57 ltr) PTD 95 CFM(2.7m3/min) 85" (2159 mm) 1137in2(7336cm2)
C83905-03 12 gal (45 ltr) .82 cu. ft (.02 m3) 15 gal (57 ltr) PTD 115 CFM(3.2m3/min) 105" (2667 mm) 2592in2(16,724cm2)
C83930-03 12 gal (45 ltr) .82 cu. ft (.02 m3) 15 gal (57 ltr) PTD 100 CFM(2.8m3/min) 130" (3302 mm) 2592in2(16,724cm2)
C83985-05 13 gal (49 ltr) .82 cu. ft (.02 m3) 15 gal (57 ltr) POLY 95 CFM(2.7m3/min) 85" (2159 mm) 1137in2(7336cm2)
C83905-05 13 gal (49 ltr) .82 cu. ft (.02 m3) 15 gal (57 ltr) POLY 115 CFM(3.2m3/min) 105" (2667 mm) 2592in2(16,724cm2)
C83930-05 13 gal (49 ltr) .82 cu. ft (.02 m3) 15 gal (57 ltr) POLY 100 CFM(2.8m3/min) 130" (3302 mm) 2592in2(16,724cm2)
C83985-06 19 gal (72 ltr) 1.3 cu. ft (.03 m3) 20 gal (76 ltr) POLY 95 CFM(2.7m3/min) 85" (2159 mm) 1137in2(7336cm2)
C83905-06 19 gal (72 ltr) 1.3 cu. ft (.03 m3) 20 gal (76 ltr) POLY 115CFM(3.2m3/min) 105" (2667 mm) 2592in2(16,724cm2)
C83930-06 19 gal (72 ltr) 1.3 cu. ft (.03 m3) 20 gal (76 ltr) POLY 100CFM(2.8m3/min) 130" (3302 mm) 2592in2(16,724cm2)
C83985-30 27 gal (102 ltr) 3.6 cu. ft (.09 m3) 30 gal (113 ltr) PTD 95 CFM(2.7m3/min) 85" (22159 mm) 1137in2(7336cm2)
C83905-30 27 gal (102 ltr) 3.6 cu. ft (.09 m3) 30 gal (113 ltr) PTD 115CFM(3.2m3/min) 105" (2667 mm) 2592in2(16,724cm2)
C83930-30 27 gal (102 ltr) 3.6 cu. ft (.09 m3) 30 gal (113 ltr) PTD 100CFM(3.2m3/min) 130" (3302 mm) 2592in2(16,724cm2)
C83985-55 47 gal (178 ltr) 7.2 cu. ft (.20 m3) 55 gal (208 ltr) PTD 95 CFM(2.7m3/min) 85" (22159 mm) 1137in2(7336cm2)
C83905-55 47 gal (178 ltr) 7.2 cu. ft (.20 m3) 55 gal (208 ltr) PTD 115CFM(3.2m3/min) 105" (2667 mm) 2592in2(16,724cm2)
C83930-55 47 gal (178 ltr) 7.2 cu. ft (.20 m3) 55 gal (208 ltr) PTD 100CFM(3.2m3/min) 130" (3302 mm) 2592in2(16,724cm2)
Bag Assembly ............................................................................................................................... 14
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FOR COMMERCIAL USE ONLY
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
WARNING
Electrical shock could occur if used on wet surfaces. Do not expose to rain.
Store indoors.
•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 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 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 and/or filters in place.
•Turn of f 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.
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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- 115 Volt
This machine is designed to operate on a standard 15 amp. 115 volt, 60 hz, AC circuit. V oltages
below 105 volts AC or above 125 volts AC could cause serious damage to the motor.
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 a 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 assy . 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 laundered. 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 restrict s the flow of air and results in reduced vacuum.
The Hose Assy. 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 assy. Cord
should be completely unwound from Lid Assy. 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 head off the tank. This equipment should be
stored indoors and not exposed to rain.
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Operation and Filter Care Instructions
The Minuteman Asbestos Vacuum has been specifically designed to clean up fibrous asbestos and asbestos dust
of all types. Special filters reduce the incidence of airborne dust that would be created by any other method of
cleaning.
Each facility has its own individual and unique cleaning problems, it is suggested that you use the following:
Tank/Filter Set-Up Procedure
Refer to Main Assembly, figure 1.
1. Fully open the plastic bag and place it down into the tank; #4 on the underside of the intake tube as shown.
2. T
3. You will notice two creases on the top side of the collar; carefully bend the ends down (toward) the bag.
4. Insert this bag into the tank and push it to the bottom, taking care not to snag the plastic bag.
5. Locate the cardboard collar around the intake tube and gently work it up past the raised ring that runs around
6. Push the plastic bag down past the paper bag; position it about 1/2 to 2/3 down past the top of the bag.
7. Take the paper filter protector bag and insert it into the tank and snap the elastic band around the rim of the
8. Place the cloth filter bag onto and into the tank, using the formed outer rim as a guide and press down firmly
9. Position the lid onto the tank, making sure that the gasket of the lid is seated onto the ring of the cloth bag
10. Snap the lid latches into place.
For proper cleaning of tank and removal/changing of filters, see “Procedure for Removing Contaminated Filters
and for Cleaning of Contaminated Tank”.
During the removal of asbestos dust, do not sweep, scoop, shovel, or in any manner handle other than by
vacuuming.
Do not at any time attempt to bypass, remove, substitute or by any other means change the filters used in
this vacuum.
Use only approved Minuteman Asbestos Vacuum filters and filter bags.
Before attempting to use and before cleaning, be certain that you fully understand the instructions given
for the setting up or cleaning/changing of filters of this vacuum.
ake the paper bag that has the cardboard collar attached and open it up by gently pulling the folds apart.
the tube.
tank. ( About 2 inches of the bag should be outside of the tank.)
onto the tank rim.
frame completely around the tank.
Procedure for Removing Contaminated Filters and for Cleaning of Contaminated Tank
For the benefit of your health, you should always wear a face mask approved for use with asbestos any time you
are using or cleaning this vacuum cleaner. You should also wear gloves.
1. Unplug machine from power source.
2. Carefully and slowly remove lid only (be sure you have not accidentally lifted the cloth filter bag at the
same time). Set the lid/filter assembly aside.
3. Gently tap the inside of the cloth bag to loosen any particles that may be on the opposite surface. Do this
all around the inside surface of the bag.
4. Gently remove the cloth bag and set aside.
5. Carefully undo the elastic band from around the tank and push the entire bag “slowly” into the tank. Do
not allow the elastic band to snap the bag closed.
6. Using a wiping cloth, dampened with water (not soaking wet), wipe down all of the exposed surfaces
inside to the tank; put the cloth aside, do not discard.
7. Carefully and “very” slowly, push the paper bag down and off of the intake tube, using the attached
cardboard collar. After the collar is removed from the intake tube, take the damp cloth and wipe off any
surfaces that were not previously wiped; at this time, re-wipe the entire inside of the tank and drop the
wiping cloth into the tank.
8. Now reach in and gently pull up and around the paper bag the plastic bag that had been previously
inserted. When you have the plastic bag fully extended, “gently” and “slowly” squeeze the bag closed
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as close to the filled bag as possible in order to avoid trapping excessive air.
9. Gently remove the bag from the tank. Twist the unfilled portion closed and tie it into a knot.
10. CAUTION: Hazardous materials must be disposed of properly. Never throw contaminated debris in your
11. For proper assembly of new filters, see “Tank/Filter Set-Up Procedure”.
Changing the Prefilter
The pink impaction filter should be changed, using all of the precautions previously mentioned.
The impaction filter should be changed when any of the following takes place:
usual trash receptacle. Place debris in a plastic bag or can marked “HAZARDOUS MATERIALS” and take
to a hazardous waste handler.
1.Anytime there is an indication of a filter tear during normal operation of the unit. This tear
could be in any of the filters used.
paper dust containment bag
a.
b.paper bag protector
c.cloth filter bag
These tears would show up during the tank clean-out procedure, or....
2.Every other tank clean-out period. To change the impaction filter, do the following before you do Step #3
of the normal clean-out procedure.
a.Wipe down all of the exposed surfaces on the underside of the removed lid, using the
dampened wiping cloth.
b.Remove the pre-filter from the high efficiency filter. Be careful so as not to damage or puncture the
H.E.P.A. / U.L.P.A media used in the final filter. Do not attempt to clean the pre-filter in any way;
dispose of by placing it into the tank you are now in the process of cleaning. DO NOT USE ANY
TOOLS TO REMOVE THE PRE-FILTER.
d.Before proceeding any further in cleaning the tank, first place a newpre-filter (one only)
onto the H.E.P.A. / U.L.P.A filter.
Assembly Instructions for Dry Recovery Models 30/55 gallon
Refer to Main Assembly, Fig. 2
1.Place 6 mil. plastic bag liner #7 into drum. Drape bag liner over rim of drum.
2.Place adaptor ring #6 onto drum.
3.Insert p
4.Insert cloth filter assembly #2 into adaptor ring and center around rim.
5.Place vacuum motor lid assembly onto adaptor ring. Attach lid latches.
Emptying Procedure After Dry Recovery
1.Remove the vacuum lid assembly and place on work table upside down.
2.Remove and inspect cloth filter assembly. If dust has accumulated on the cloth bag, it will require cleaning
by vacuuming. A second cloth filter assembly should be kept on hand for installation into vacuum so that
soiled filter bag can be cleaned and reused.
3.Remove filter bag protector elastic from around adaptor rim and push bag into drum for disposal.
4.Inspect prefilter on side of H.E.P.A. / U.L.P.A filter on vacuum motor lid assembly. If prfilter has been soiled,
remove and place it into drum with other debris.
6.Using a damp towel, wipe inside of adaptor ring as you remove it from drum. Place soiled towels into
drum liner bag.
7.Gather plastic liner bag while in drum. Seal and tie liner bag before removing from drum. Tilt drum over on
its side and slide bag liner out of drum. Place into a second 6 mil. liner bag with proper markings for
disposal.
8.Follow assembly procedure above before putting vacuum back into use.
aper filter protector #3 into drum adaptor ring and drape elastic over rim to secure in place.
17601311Molded bag ring
27500971Bag frame
38050541Cloth bag only
48050581Bas assy. complete
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Minuteman International Made Simple Commercial Limited Warranty
Minuteman International, Inc. warrants to the original purchaser/user that the product is free from defects in
workmanship and mat erials 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. All warranty claims must be submitted through and approved by factory 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 belt s,
cords, switches, hoses, rubber parts, electrical motor components or adjustments. Parts not manufactured by
Minuteman are covered by and subject to the warranties and/or guarantees of their manufacturers. Please cont act
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 licensees, will void all warranti es expressed or implied. A potential health hazard exits wit hout original
equipment replacem ent .
All warranted items become the sole property of Minuteman or its original manufacturer , whicheve r the case ma y be.
Minuteman disclai ms any implied war ranty, including the warranty of mer chantability and the warranty of fitness for a
particular purpose. Minuteman ass um es no responsibilit y for a ny sp ecia l, 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 this product . Customers outside t he U.S.A. and Canada should contact their local distributor for export warranty
policies. Minuteman is not responsible for costs or repairs performed by persons other than those specifically
authorized by Minut eman. This war ranty does not apply to damage from transportat ion, alterati ons by unauthorized
persons, misuse or abuse of the equipment, use of non-compatible chemicals, or damage to property, or loss of
income due to malfunct io ns of th e product.
If a difficulty develops with this machine, you should contact the dealer from whom it was purchased.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state. Some
states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how
long an implied warr anty lasts, so the above exclusions and limitat i ons m ay not apply to you.
Cord Electric Group………. Three years part s, two years labor, ninety day s tr avel (Not to exceed tw o hours)
Exceptions………. Port-A-Scrub, one year parts, six months labor
MPV 13, one year parts
MPV 14 and 18, two years parts, one y ear labo r
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
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 Parts……………..N i nety days
Batteries………………………….0-3 months replacement, 4-12 mont hs pro-rate
Polypropylene Plastic Tanks…Ten years, no additional labor
111 South Rohlwing Road · Addison, Illinois 60101 USA
Phone 630- 627-6900 · Fax 630- 627-1130
E-Mail, www.minutemanintl.com
A Member of the Hako Group
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