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Important Safety Instructions

Polarization Instructions for Models CS-8 and CS-RM with power. These have a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit in a Polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way! DO NOT USE WITH EXTENSION CORD! When using an electrical vacuum cleaner, basic precautions should always be followed including the following: Read all instructions carefully before using this vacuum cleaner.

Warning: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury

  1. Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from an electrical outlet when not in use and before servicing.
  2. Do not use outdoors, on wet surfaces or to suck up drywall/saw dust.
  3. Never operate this vacuum cleaner without a dust bag and filters in place.
  4. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. Do not allow unit to be used as a toy.
  5. Use only for intended use as described in this manual. Use only the manufacturer's recommended attachments and dust bag.
  6. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or fell into water, return the vacuum cleaner to InterVac or an authorized service dealer for examination and repair.
  7. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and any other material that may reduce air flow. When the secondary filter becomes dirty, rinse in warm water or replace with a new filter. Filter should be completely dry before using.
  8. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
  9. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
  10. Do not pull or carry by cord, do not use cord as a handle, do not close a door on the cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
  11. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug. not the cord.
  12. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from any openings and all moving parts.
  13. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
  14. Use extra caution when cleaning on stairs.
  15. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
  16. Do not pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.
  17. Do not place objects against the vacuum cleaner. Keep area clear.
  18. Do not step on the hose or pull the hose forcibly.
  19. Do not pick up large objects such as wastepaper or cloth, which may clog the hose.
  20. Do not install this vacuum cleaner in an area exposed to high temperatures.
  21. Install this vacuum cleaner in a dry place.
  22. Do not attempt to service the vacuum cleaner. Unit is sealed and cannot be opened without damage to the unit. For service, call your local authorized service dealer, or InterVac Design's Customer Care Center.
  23. Do not install in any area where explosive vapors or fumes, Might be present.

Specification:

CS-6 and CS-8 120Volt, 10Amp60Hz, Weight 5.5 lb.

CS-RM 120 Volt, 10Amp 60Hz high efficiency motor, Weight 5.6 lb.

CS and CS-RM 220 Volt, 5 Amp, 50/60 Hz

Parts List:

  • Vacuum Cleaner with screws and clamps
  • Vacuum tool kit: various

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Please Note: Some of the CS models have different tool kits

Parts
1) CS/CS-RM power unit 8) AS-40-E inlet valve black CS-RM only
2) X403 floor tool 9) P30 pipe to pipe coupling, CS-RM only
3) X250 dust brush 10) D900 pipe to flex-hose coupling, CS-RM
4) X300 upholstery tool 11) X640 2” dia. flex-hose, CS-RM only
5) X200 crevice tool 12) Y10 for CS6/8, Y11 for CS-RM/9/10, dust bag
6) X157 telescoping wand 13) E30 6’ low voltage wire, for CS-RM only
7) 35-foot vacuum hose depending on model  

 

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2) sliding hole cover
3) lock-slider
4) Y22 motor filter
5) dust bag
6) vacuum housing
7) vacuum front panel

 

CS-RM Installation Instruction 

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  1. Inside the vacuum chamber you will find the flanged pipe with 4 screws. Attach the black flanged pipe into the back hole of the power unit.
  2. Install the vacuum valve about 3 to 4 feet from the vacuum. (The 2” dia. Flex-hose comes standard at 4’ feet long.)
  3. With a circular saw, see above on the right and below, cut a 2-1/2” hole, with a jig saw open the hole so that the vacuum valve is flush with the wall.
  4. Then route the 2” flex-hose form the vacuum to the valve.
  5. Route the supplied (low voltage, 24v.) white wire (the wire has 2 small leads) along the flex-hose to the back of the vacuum to the 2 yellow pigtails.

IMPORTANT: Leave 3” of slack at the connections. Do not remove the 2 screws at the valve completely unscrew just enough to get the wires under the screw heads.

  1. Connect the yellow wires with wire nuts outside the vacuum housing.
  2. Secure the wires.
  • A) Pipe coupling P-30 to be press-fit to flanged pipe fitting at vacuum.
  • B) Threaded pipe coupling D-900.
  • C) Flex-hose, 2” diameter, X-640,
  • D) Flanged pipe fitting D-920 attached to vacuum housing.
  • E) Vacuum valve with reducer AS-40. Note for circle: Screw the threaded pipe coupling counterclockwise into the flex-hose and press-fit the other end into the Connectors

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Various Valve Connections


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Installing dust bag and motor filter

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How to Operate your Vacuum Cleaner

If the vacuum stops running: If the vacuum hose becomes clogged the motor will shut off. Push the switch into "source" (Model CS-6) or "off" position (Model CS-8 and CS-RM) and let the motor cool down for one hour. Restart the vacuum without the vacuum hose attached and push the slider cover to open on the front panel, let the vacuum run for about 10 minutes. If vacuum keeps running the hose or the tools are clogged.

  • A. Connecting and disconnecting the friction vacuum hose.
  1. Push the slider cover on the front panel to the open position.
  2. Insert hose cuff with a twist and push to secure.
  3. To remove, turn cuff in either direction while pulling hose towards you.
  • B. On / Off Switch
  1. To start the vacuum cleaner, push the switch to the "I" on or "VAC" position depending on your model.
  2. To stop the vacuum cleaner, push the switch to the "O" off or "MICRO / SOURCE" position depending on Model.

How to change vacuum dust bag

CS-6 and CS-8 Model with single collar bag

  1. Remove the front panel on the vacuum cleaner by sliding the latch/lock to the left and remove the front panel and dust bag.
  2. Carry front panel and dust bag to the trash container. Remove full bag and discard.
  3. Push the cardboard collar of the new dust bag all the way over the pipe on the front panel. Pictures A to C
  4. Slide the front panel, with the left side first into the small slots on the left side of the vacuums frame, ensure dust bag is completely inside compartment, then push the right side into the frame until the lock/latch clicks into place. With your thumb you might have to push the lock/latch further to the right.
Picture 1 Picture 2 Picture 3
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To change motor filter

  1. Remove FRONT PANEL with DUST BAG.
  2. On the left side, inside the vacuum chamber, you will see the filter with the arrow pointing towards the back wall.
  3. Replace the filter with a new or cleaned filter, with the arrow pointing towards the back wall check that the filter stays on the left side of the top and bottom frame.
  4. If the filter is dirty you can wash in mild soap by hand.
  • Do not clean in washing machine. Let filter dry completely and reuse as needed.

CS-RM Model with double collar bag

  1. Remove the front panel on the vacuum cleaner by sliding the latch/lock to the left and remove the front panel with dust bag attached dust bag. Remove full bag and discard.
  2. Please notice: the #Y11 double sided bag has 2 openings. The collar which attaches in the back of the vacuum chamber is clearly marked "PUSH THIS COLLAR OVER PIPE IN THE BACK OF THE VACUUM CHAMBER FIRST" Hold the dust bag by the edges of the cardboard in your hand like shown in the picture #1 below. Push onto the pipe in the back of the chamber holding at about a 45-degree angle and then push down the lower part of the Collar against the back wall until flush. Pic. #2.
  3. Push the front cardboard collar of the dust bag all the way over the pipe on (the front panel. Pic. #3
  4. Slide the front panel. with the left side first into the small slots on the left side of the vacuums frame, see Pic's E and F above. Ensure dust bag is completely inside compartment, then push the right side into the frame until the lock/latch clicks into place.
Picture 1  Picture 2 Picture 3
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To change motor filter

  1. Remove FRONT PANEL with DUST BAG.
  2. On the left side, inside the vacuum chamber. you will see the filter with the arrow pointing towards the back wall.
  3. Replace the filter with a new or cleaned filter, with the arrow pointing towards the back wall check that the filter stays on the left side in the top and bottom support. If the filter is dirty you can wash in mild soap by hand.

Troubleshooting

If you do not have any suction power, but the motor runs:

  • One of the gray hoses connecting the vacuum with a valve came loose or was not connected properly.
  • The slider on the vacuums front panel is not closed.

If motor suddenly stops:

  • The most common cause is a clogged hose. Disconnect vacuum hose from cleaner, hold one end high up in the air and drop a quarter or similar object into the hose. If the quarter gets stuck the hose is clogged. Try to unclog the hose with a long stick or see below "cleaning the hose".
  • The bag is overfilled, or fine dust has clogged the bag. Replace with new bag. DO NOT EMPTY AND REUSE
  • The vacuum cleaning tools are clogged.
  • Vacuuming large amounts of dust other than household dirt, such as dry-wall or fine wood dust can block the bags pores fast, even if the bag is fairly new; resulting in burning out the motor.
  • The motor filter is dirty and should be cleaned or replaced.
  • If vacuum unit is installed in an airtight compartment the exhausting air cannot escape, the motor can overheat and shut off until it has cooled down and is restarted.

Cleaning the stretch hose when clogged:

  • Lift the hose up on both ends and dispense some liquid detergent into both ends.
  • With a garden hose, holding both ends still up, fill ¾ with water.
  • Shake hose up and down, let detergent loosen the dirt.
  • Stretch the hose as far as you can (2 people required) and wash the dirt out with the full pressure of the garden hose. Repeat if necessary.
  • Hang hose up, let hose drain and dry completely, up to 24 hours.

Maintenance Instructions:

  • Keep vacuum chamber clean. Use a brush to clean out dirt if accumulated.

 

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