Here's how to be sure
the system you choose for your home will provide the performance and
cleaning power you expect. The following facts will help you make the
best buying decision.
Below are the measurements manufacturers use to assess their vacuum
system's performance. But, what does it all mean?
 represent the amount of electrical current consumed by the motor
during use. The implication is that the more electricity the motor uses
the more powerful it is. This is not necessarily true. A motor that uses
more electrical current does not always mean the current is being used
more efficiently.
measures the power of a motor. Horsepower can vary
according to voltages, motor loads and temperature variances, and is not
an accurate measure of how well a vacuum system will pick up dirt.
measures the maximum suction generated by the motor
without airflow. Because vacuum cleaners rely on airflow to clean
effectively, high sealed suction without airflow will not clean
anything.
 is the maximum volume of airflow measured in Cubic Feet Per
Minute. Maximum CFM ratings occur when the vacuum system is operating
without restrictions to airflow. In normal vacuuming conditions, hoses,
cleaning attachments, bags, filters and accumulated dust create
restrictions to airflow, reducing CFM. Therefore, CFM alone is not a
good indicator of vacuum cleaning performance.
represent the air power delivered by the power unit. CFM and Sealed
Suction are combined to represent actual vacuum cleaning power. Maximum
Air Watts is recognized by the American Society of Testing and Materials
(ASTM) as the best way to measure the actual cleaning power of a vacuum
system.
is the ability to maintain Maximum Cleaning Power over time. The very
first time you vacuum with a system that has a bag or filter, there will
be a measurable decrease in suction power and airflow as dirt and dust
begin to accumulate.
VACUFLO® True Cyclonic™ Power Units provide Sustained Cleaning Power by separating the dirt from the airflow - without bags and filters. In fact, 96-98% of all dirt swept into the system is deposited into the clear dirt canister. The remaining fine dust particles are exhausted outside. The powerful performance of the VACUFLO® system does not decrease as dirt accumulates in the dirt canister.
VACUFLO® Patented True Cyclonic™ Separation removes dirt from the air stream without using a bag or filter. Eliminating bags and filters means maximum cleaning power at all times.
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TRUE CYCLONIC™
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FILTERED CYCLONIC™
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- Sustained cleaning performance every time - even when the dirt receptacle is full.
- No need to buy, change or replace messy bags and filters.
- Exclusive clear dirt canister allows you to know at a glance when it needs to be emptied.
- The VACUFLO® System vents to the outside.
- Dust, germs and odours are not recirculated - providing a healthier home environment.
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- On-board canister inlet valve promotes cyclonic cleaning action.
- Replaceable filter provides optimum filtration and system performance.
- Clear, comfort-grip bucket is easy-to-handle.
- Powerful, high-performance Ametek motor delivers reliable performance.
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When choosing a built-in central vacuum system, look for a power unit that provides powerful operation with sustained cleaning power. VACUFLO® offers a complete selection of power units, hoses, powerheads, and cleaning accessories designed specifically for VACUFLO®'s cyclonic performance.
  Be sure the units you're comparing are
listed with CSA and/or UL. These mean the product has been tested and
approved for safe operation.
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