Central Vacuum, Whole Home System

Central Vacuum, Whole Home System

Central Vacuums have been around for years in more expensive homes and in commercial applications. Basically the central vacuum power unit is located away from the areas to be cleaned in a central location hence the name central vacuum. The central vacuum unit is usually located in the basement or garage and occasionally in a separate structure out side the house or building. Aluminum or reinforced plastic ducting is installed throughout the house providing strategically placed inlets in each main room. Installation of a central vacuum system is normally done during new house or building construction. Retrofitting a house or office with a central vacuum is normally cost prohibited. When it comes time to clean a centrally located switch is thrown and the remote unit creates a strong suction. A cleaning unit comprised of a hose, wand and power head is attached to the inlet. Usually there is an electrical outlet adjacent to the inlet providing electricity to the power roller or beater bar in the tool head. Cleaning then done in a similar manner to that of using a canister vacuum. When the room is clean then the process is completed in the next room until the whole house or office is cleaned. Then the central vacuum is turned off until needed again.

A major benefit of the central vacuum is that the unit dust, mold, allergens and pathogens are not reintroduced to the room being cleaned. All vacuumed materials are transported to a central location where they are deposited. Many new central vacuum units exhaust directly to the outside which further removes the airborne contaminants from the building. Units that do not exhaust to the outside are also efficient in removing contaminants through the use of HEPA filters. One disadvantage to installing a central vacuum is comes in the form of duct maintenance. Ducts will need to be cleaned every couple of years depending on the level of use. Normally cleaning done using a brush on a snake that is run down each duct while the system is running. This assures that the suction remains strong throughout the house. In generally central vacuum systems are relatively quiet during operation. This is important if cleaning activities must be done in office spaces during work hours. Most people who have used or own central vacuum units feel they are the best way to clean.

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Venting a central vacuum system helps odors

Venting a central vacuum system helps odors

Years ago we owned a beautiful Irish Setter, Rusty. He was faithful and loyal, and loved. But Rusty has had a problem, it smelled like a dog. At that time we had a central vacuum system that had not been discharged to the outside. So, because often the vacuum dog hair, when we turn to our central system, the entire garage would smell like a dog. When Rusty was 13 years old, like all dogs, went to heaven. Rusty We lost, but was never far from us, because we all had to do wasto go in the garage, turn on our central vacuum system, and suddenly it was as if he had never left. The smell of a dog living in our emptiness.

Elimination of smells is only one of the great advantages of a central vent VAC power to the outside. The removal of any dust from the exhaust is different. And finally, the exhaust noise is reduced by a central void. If the system is filtered, packed a bag or not, if you can give vent to the outside is a good idea.True cyclonic central vacuum cleaner should be vented outside. A small study shows almost all major vacuum cleaner manufacturers recommend venting to the outside.

On page 4 of Nutone installation instructions say: "" Exhausting the power to the outside is recommended for optimum performance. The exhaust air must not be discharged into a wall, ceiling or a hidden room in the house "(Nutone.com). The installation guide recommends width", "The unit can be exhausted to the outsideIn order to distribute smoke and gases, germs, and some noise. Use the pipe and fittings before. If ventilated, the outlet should be a space wall, ceiling or hidden in a building must be ventilated. Vent over 10 meters is not recommended "(Beamvac.com) Empire of the agreement, and says." "True Cyclonic units are vented to the outdoor unit may be more ventilated to the outside and use the same accessories ... If ventilation tubes, the outlet should be a space wall, ceiling or a hidden be downloadedBuilding. Vent over 10 meters is not recommended. "MD, Vacu-Maid Vacuflo, DrainVac, Hayden, Cana-Vac, Electrolux, Eureka and all have similar wording on its website or in their manuals.

Venting a central vacuum system to the outside is a very simple DIY project. Typically, a homeowner can expect to spend about 1-2 hours to complete the installation of an external drain for a central vacuum. The supplies that are sufficient for this project from the pipelineThe power drain to the outside, sweeping a pair of elbow 90, and a few corners at 45 degrees. From the exhaust pipe must be run to the central network power vacuum, leaving the apartment through a wall or ceiling. The drain must be at least 12 inches above the floor unless he was exhausted and go to the ceiling. In addition, some customers buy an exhaust valve, but the exhaust pipe is between about 2 inches and the placement of a 45-degree angle toward theSoil fills the same purpose as an exhaust valve. If it is winter and you live in a cold climate, make sure that your discharge is not covered by snow. Instructions are available on the Internet, such as those CentralVacuumStores.com

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