Low Voltage Vacuum Hose Q&A

There is a lot of resistance from the amount of wire in the long hose. The wiring in your original installation was most likely thinner than the minimum 20 gauge that is used industry wide. A great solution is using our Low Voltage Booster Box. You will simply connect this booster box near your vacuum unit. But first verify that your relay still works by inserting the hose so both contacts touch one metal plate.

Different types of hoses were used with AirVac Central Vacuums. You can compare your hose to the photo and measurements located on our Electric Hose Page.

The average life of a hose that is taken care of is around 10 years. These are hoses made by Plastiflex and sold by us and a few other central vacuum suppliers.

There are several compatible solutions. The best buy would be a low voltage hose. The inlet you have has two small metal contacts in the hole. The hose is inserted and the metal plates on the hose end keeps the contacts from shorting. This allows you to turn the suction on and off at the hose handle. Very convenient. We have a variety of length options available. The other end connects to all of your wands and accessories. You can view all available hose options on our Low Voltage Hose Page.

Yes, the Low Voltage Hose will work perfectly with your Beam system and wall inlets. Buy the friction fit or button locking hose end style that matches what you have now.

Yes, the hose will fit. If too snug, you can easily modify the hose end (some older Broan vacuum inlets are 1/32 inch tight). Hopefully there was at least 20 gauge low voltage wire ran to each of your inlets or else there will be too much resistance for the on/off switch to work.

If you have the same type of hose you can remove the handle from yours and put it on the new longer hose or buy a Replacement Handle with Button Lock separately and install it on the new hose.

The Low Voltage Hose would be the correct hose for your system and used with the TurboCat. We sell it in both friction fit or with button lock options and available in various lengths. Also, if you find that the TurboCat is not cleaning well or clogs up, you can upgrade to any of our electric kits. They fit right into your existing inlet valves without any modifications. All you have to do is plug in an electric cord within 8ft of the vacuum inlet. Our Electric Kits offer a tremendous amout of cleaning power compared to our Air-Driven brushes (e.g. TurcoCat brush).

Dog hair would need an initial stiff object to wrap around in order to cause a clog. Using a snake with a hook, you can begin to pull debris out little by little. If the clog is close to one end you can use a long broom handle to try to break through it.

Please confirm if the inner diameter of your inlet valves measures 1.5" and has two metal contact points inside of the opening. If so, you can use our Low Voltage Hoses as shown here: Black & Decker Low Voltage Hose Options

Yes, the 50ft hose is compatible with your system. The extra hose length is very helpful for some homeowners. Please note that a 50' hose may reduce your suction a little, but you will hardly notice. The extra length includes almost double the wire within in order to operate the on/off feature. In rare occassions, the extra wire adds some connection resistance on some of the inlets. If this happens simply insert the hose 90-degrees to the left or right to engage the suction without the on/off capability. Enjoy your new hose!

The Low Voltage Hose does not replace an Electric Direct Connect Hose as it does not have the proper 110V wire throughout the hose. Please review our Electric Hose page on our website to confirm compatiblity.

If you have any carpeting in the house, or plan to have any in the future, electric inlets will allow you to use an electric hose with a Direct Connect style connection. An electric hose powers the electric carpet brush, a vast improvement in cleaning over the decades old technology of air-powered brushes. There are two types of electric hoses, Direct Connect and Corded. The Direct Connect plugs into the wall inlet to provide suction and power in one step. The Corded hose plugs into the wall inlet for suction and has an 8 foot cord that must be plugged into a nearby electrical outlet to power to the brush. Given the option, it is most convenient to use the Direct Connect style inlets and hoses than to go with an extension cord for electrical supply.

The Low Voltage Hose will fit your wall ports without issue. But the Electrolux attachments are a different story. The standard new hose fits all of the accessories on the website, which have a standard 1-1/4 round neck. So you will need to buy extension wands too (under accessories). If your existing wands are a different shape or diameter, consider purchasing new Replacement Wands and Accessories.

Usually Electrolux had an industry standard wall connection but not one for the handle end. You can replace the hose and tools with any of our Electric Kit Options. You may find it more valuable to buy the new kit compared to a single new Electrolux Electric Hose. Plus, you can use all the accessories available on our website with the new electric kit.

You actually have an Electric Hose, not Low Voltage Hose as described on our website. The corded Electric Hose will fit your vacuum wall ports. The question is if it will fit your carpet nozzle metal tube extensions if the cord is attached to the top. Please review our Electric Hose Page to confirm compatibility.

You can use our 12' Hose Extension or purchase a longer Low Voltage Hose.

Yes, the suction at your inlets starts with low voltage. But that doesn't mean you can't have an electrical hose with pigtail cord. These are fantastic for homes with carpet. That said, all of the Electric Hose Kits on our website are compatible with your system. Guaranteed!

We do not carry repair parts for the Vacuflo Zip Broom. However, we believe our Quick Clean Kit is a great replacement.

Our 50' Low Voltage Hose is a great replacement. It will fit your wall inlets and all accessories with round neck, measuring 1-1/4 diameter.

We carry replacement hose handles in both Friction Fit #382H and Button Lock #382HBG options.

First ensure that the hose tab is at the 12 o'clock or 6 o'clock postition in the wall inlet. If the problem persists, you may have a bad switch or a short in the hose wiring. Remove the switch from the hose handle and insert the hose into the wall. If the unit turns on without the switch in the handle, there is a short. If the unit does not turn on, then the switch needs to be replaced.

Yes, all our hoses include both the handle end and wall end connections.

We carry the Replacement Switch Assembly #382S on our website.

The Low Voltage Hose uses the two tiny metal contacts inside the suction hole (at the top or bottom). It simply completes the circuit, allowing the two contacts to "touch" each other and allow the suction to start. The Electric Hoses have the same thing AND a cord or two pins to get 110 volts down the hose to power and electric brush. The Electric Hose has four wires in it to complete two circuits - two wires for the suction, two for the electricity. Both hoses work in the same valve. Some valves have two holes above the main hose, 3/8 inch apart, and they are for the direct connect electric hose but the low voltage hose will work in them but not use the two holes. The hose will fit in and control the suction but have nothing to do with 110 volts. Hopefully you get a sense of what is being said here. Let us know if you have more questions but basically all low voltage hoses and corded electric hoses work in all inlets.

All hoses vary in length and are longer than stated for the very reason you point out. The ends of the hose are not calculated into the specification. This is how hose manufacturers describe their hoses and how most others have as well. Good question!

To get started, please confirm if the inlet valves measure 1-1/2 ID and have two round, metal contacts inside. If so, our simpliest option is the Low Voltage Hose, which is available in various lengths and handle options. If you have carpet you should consider our Electric Kits as they all fit into your system and clean the best. You may consider a complete kit, which includes a floor attachment, basic tools, and storage items.

This Low Voltage Hose is a great replacement for your system. Please note: If an electric cord is coming out of your carpet nozzle, you will need an Electric Hose instead.

We carry two style covers. Please review both replacement Bleeder Valve Cover options to determine compatibility.

We carry a 15' Low Voltage Hose #380. Your older hose will connect to it to make a longer hose (all hoses fit end to end unless the wall end is all metal). This hose has an on/off switch. It doesn't connect to 110 volts or cords.

It could easily be something fixable. There are metal fingers sitting on metal rings where the hose enters the handle. Sometimes the fingers need to have more tension bent back into them. Take the handle apart and you'll see this. There is usually one screw next to the hose handle. Take a digital photo of the handle if you want to remember how it looks when the two sides come apart and how everything lays in there.

Yes, the hose rotates completely at the hose handle. This is a must in order to reduce kinks on-the-fly. We will find the misleading information and change it.

Both the low voltage and basic hoses will fit into each other end to end.

Yes, you can use the Low Voltage Hose if your inlets are 1.5 in diameter and have two round, metal contact points (or ball bearings) inside. Some VacuMaid inlets had only one contact point that activates the system automatically. If you own this style valve, we recommend replacing them with any of our Basic Inlet Valve options.

When buying a low voltage hose or an air driven brush wands are not included. For this set up we suggest the 406T or two 406 wands. Enjoy!

All central vacuums have a transformer that steps down to 24 volts and basically zero amps. There is a low voltage wire connected to every central vacuum that splits to every wall inlet. When that wire is shorted, the vacuum starts. If your wall inlet hole has two small metal triggers inside (or if the end of your hose is all metal), then you can use the low voltage hose. The wires travel down the hose and the on/off switch shorts them to start the vacuum.