How to Troubleshoot a Trane CenTraVac
A Trane central vacuum is a whole-house system that uses outlets in the walls you connect a vacuum hose. It includes a centrally-located collection unit that holds the debris and provides suction that powers the vacuum. If you have problems with your Trane central vacuum there are a number of things you can do to troubleshoot the issue before calling a repairman. This project will be easier if you have a friend to help you. As with any appliance, refer to your user manual for specifics about parts and the operation of your Trane central vacuum. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Shop vacuum
- Garden hose
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Instructions
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Check the collection unit to make sure it is not full of debris. Empty the contents into a trash can according to your user manual.
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Check the central unit to make sure it is powered up and providing suction. If there is no forced air being sucked into the unit you may need to have it repaired.
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Insert your vacuum hose into the utility valve in the central unit. If the hose is sucking up debris, the problem is in the piping within your walls. If it isn't sucking up debris you may need to unclog the hose.
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Insert a garden hose that is not filled with water into the vacuum hose and push it through the hose to release any clogged debris.
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Unclog piping within the walls with a shop vacuum. Insert the end of a shop vacuum hose into the valve that has no suction. Turn on the vacuum and suck out any debris that may be clogging the piping. Make sure the utility valve at the central vacuum is in the open position so you'll get airflow.
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Have your friend close the utility valve while the shop vacuum is on. Then open the valve. Do this repeatedly to build and release pressure and dislodge the clog.
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