Motors, Filters, and Maintenance for Vacumaid Central Vac
All Products for Vacumaid
Only hear a "click" when trying to start the system? Does it shut off and start back up in a few minutes? These are common signs of a dead motor which only leaves two options. Replace the motor or the replace unit. If you liked the amount of suction it originally had, then replace the motor. If you'd like stronger suction or if you'd like a cleaner disposal system consider a different unit or alternative brand.

How is a central vacuum maintained? Generally, the only thing required is emptying the main unit. Beyond that there are some upkeep and preventative options given below.
Replacement Chart for Vacumaid Vacuum Motors, Filtration, & More
VacuMaid Model # Replacement Motor Filtration

Vacumaid H-1 120 volt

Price / Details /Instructions
115334

or

Price / Details /Instructions
117465

 Some Vacu-Maid vacuum units have a screen that needs to be brushed off by reaching up into the unit.

Some had a mesh filter that can be replaced or removed permanently. To replace, buy the product below and cut to size using the old one as a template.

Buy Mesh #740

Other vacuum units had a foam filter about 6x6 or 8x8 inches:

Buy Foam Filters

How to convert an inverted cloth bag filtration type to a disposable bag type:
Remove bottom dirt holder and remove the inverted plastic cone. Put a PVC Coupling on the plastic pipe that enters through the side. Add a Bag Adapter to the Coupling and finally put a #723MF-5 bag on the Bag Adapter. Attach the bottom dirt holder and you are done! Click here for all the parts you will need.

3-Pack Central Vacuum Paper Bags
Replacement bag models take
this bag Buy
Vacumaid
H-7
120 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
117507
(replaces 116507)
Vacumaid
P-10
120 volt		 116336 MotorPrice / Details /Instructions
116336
Vacumaid
P-100
120 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
116765
(replaces 116565)

Vacumaid
P-60, P-80,
120 volt
 Not available from MD Vac

Vacumaid
P-70,
120 volt
 Price / Details /Instructions
116429

Vacumaid
P-90
120 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
115334


Vacumaid P-110 120 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
116472
(replaces 117073, 117795)

Vacumaid
P-120, P-125
120 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
115334

OR TALLER MOTOR
Price / Details /Instructions
117465

Vacumaid
P-125-P
120 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
117549-12
Vacumaid
P-118, P-128
120 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
117465
Vacumaid

P-215
120 volt


Price / Details /Instructions
116472
(replaces 117073)

or


Price / Details /Instructions
115334


Vacu-maid P-225
120 volt (two piece)
(3 possible motors)

Price / Details /Instructions
117549-12

OR

Price / Details /
Instructions
117465 (92-97)

OR

Price / Details /
Instructions
115334

Vacumaid
P-280
120 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
116472
(replaces 117073)

Vacu-maid P-325
120 volt (two piece)		 Price / Details /Instructions
115334
(Two Motors)
Vacumaid
P-350
(two piece)
220-240 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
117572
Vacu-maid P350P
 Not available from MD Vac
Vacumaid
PX-120
120 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
117465
(replaces 117467)
Vacumaid
S1200
120 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
116472
(replaces 117073)
Vacumaid
S1600
(two piece)
120 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
116472
(replaces 117795)
Vacu-maid
S2000
120 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
117549-12
Vacu-maid
S2200
220-240 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
116765
(replaces 116565)
Vacu-maid
S2600
(two piece)
120 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
117478
(replaces 117549 and (two motors)). The shorter 119962 is not available and we do not have a replacement for it.
Vacu-maid
S3240
(two piece)
220-240 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
117572
Vacu-maid
S3250
(two piece)
220-240 volt		 Price / Details /Instructions
117549-12
Vacu-maid SR-36
 Not available from MD Vac

More SR Vacuum Models Here
(Vacumaid was sold as AstroVac for a time.)
Basic Maintenance for Vacumaid Vacuum

Filtration Maintenance
Much like a regular portable vacuum, the basic maintenance of a Vacumaid Central Vacuum System is changing the bag, or, in most cases, emptying the dirt receptacle on the main unit. To do this, remove the base of the unit with a twist or by unlatching, then dump the debris. Reach up and remove the mesh filter. To further clean the filter, wash and it thoroughly air dry before installing. Above the mesh filter is a screen that needs to be clear from all debris.

Motor and Vacuum Maintenance
There is nothing to lube or oil in or on the central vacuum system, including the Vacumaid motor, Vacumaid vacuum motor unit, or Vacumaid vacuum cleaner. For the indoor vacuum brush, the fibers that get wrapped around the brush roll of the vacuum cleaner head should be cut out and removed on a regular basis.

Pipe and Hose Maintenance
We recommend cleaning out the hose and piping system at least once per year. The best way to do that is with Tornado Central Vacuum Maintenance Cloths. They do a couple of things. First, they push through the pipes, bringing along stalled out debris. Second, they deodorize the hose, pipes, and unit. Some amazing results can come from this product. The vacuum hose will last longer if it is stored on a hanger, always being detached from the vacuum after each use. See if any of these Storage Items can help your situation (scroll to the bottom of the Accessory Page).

Email Reminders to Empty Vacuum
Sign up for the Free Quarterly Email Reminders to dispose of your central vacuum debris. Let the trash build up can reduce suction, making the unit run hotter and clean less efficiently.

Replacement Motors and Parts for Vacumaid Vacuums

Troubleshooting
Self diagnose your system using this Interactive Troubleshooting Guide and Solutions.

Motor Replacement
Contact a local dealer for service, or consider doing it yourself. Motors on the Vacumaid vacuum have a few fasteners and wires that need to be unattached, the reattached on the new motor. It should take less than one hour. First, turn off the circuit breaker or unplug the central vacuum unit. Then, access the motor by releasing the outer housing. Use the chart to find the right replacement motor for your Vacumaid motor model. A motor may have many numbers on it but typically the real motor number starts with 11. Here are detailed Vacumaid Motor Replacement Instructions.

Circuit Board, Relay, Transformer, MiniBreaker
Separate transformers, relays, and minibreakers are not available here for Vacumaid. However, when a circuit board is installed, the most common board replacement for Vacumaid vacuums is the Vacuum Motor Circuit Board for Single Motor Units 110 Volt. The board is strong, yet generic and may need to be retrofitted. There are other Generic Circuit Boards here for units with different voltage and two motors. These robust generic boards are made by the leading industry supplier. An electrician will be able to replace the circuit board, or replace the relay, transformer, and minibreakers with a circuit board quite easily. Print and use the large photograph of the board as the wiring guide.

Motor Carbon Brush
The Vacumaid motor has two carbon brushes that wear down and can be replaced before they damage the motor. However, the Vacumaid motor may go bad for other reasons while the carbon brushes remain fine. Vacumaid motor brushes can be checked every few years and replaced if the 3/4-inch-long solid carbon is worn down. Definitely replace if one or both are down to 3/16 inch. Type the motor replacement number (not model number) in the search box and the motor brushes will come up along with instructions.
 
Note: Vacumaid Vacuum is a registered trademark of Lindsay Mfg. Inc., not M.D. Manufacturing, Inc. Products sold by M.D. Manufacturing, Inc. are not from Vacumaid Vacuum but are designed to complement a Vacumaid Central Vacuum. Therefore, parts and products carry warranties from MD Manufacturing and not Vacumaid Vacuum and thus may alter the warranty provided by Vacumaid Vacuum.
Need more help? Try our extensive and helpful Vacumaid Vacuum Questions and Answers or give us a call at 1-800-997-2278 M-Th 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pacific Standard Time.