Does this vacuum have a low voltage start option so it automatically goes on when you put the hose in the wall socket?
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No. In my application; it works off of a switch on the wand handle - start current comes from wand wall plug.
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The red "on" switch has to be held up the entire time the vacuum services are required. Once released, the vacuum does not continue functioning. I've checked the instruction pamphlet several times but am unable to find anything to the contrary.
1704497
No it does not, it starts in 1 or 2 pulls and it is very easy to pull. I feel that the electric start ones are not worth it unless you use it often. If you need this unit for emergency use only, most likely the battery will be dead when you need it unless you keep a trickle charge on it. Hope this helps.
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Yes it is. But, when you plug hose into outlet, unit doesn't turn on, there is a switch at the handle end of hose for on/off use -- the hose is wired, care must be taken when using this as it kinks constantly and I worry about destroying the wiring inside; So each time I vac, I now stretch it out throughout the rooms before hooking up.As stated in my review, I am totally unhappy with this product and curse it every time I use it. Since we built the house 30 years ago and outfitted it with NuTone system, I'm kinda stuck with it until I win the lottery. Good luck.
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The end of the hose that hooks into the wall has a power hook up that plugs into an outlet the outlet has to be near the vacuum hook up
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Yes, you do have to hold the on/off switch to keep the vacuum running. For me, this is not a problem. I mainly use the Makita for spot cleaning. I rarely need to operate it in one place for more than 15-20 seconds.
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The unit has functioned well for me as delivered: one short cord and one longer. The unit is designed so that it can be wall mounted. Both cords plug into your power supply, either a wall receptacle or extension cord. Generally, this is just an intermediate step for the power cord for your tool, so the short cord should not be a problem. both the vacuum and your tool plug into the unit, with the tool power activating the switch for the vacuum power connection. They have also included a third receptacle for auxiliary tools.
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No. the vacuum has a switch on/off. It is reasonable for small jobs but you got to keep handy couple battery around...
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No, however you can switch the brushes off (switch on the handle- super easy) and lower the head to setting 1 or 2 (button on the power head that you tap with your foot- also really easy) and it does a marvelous job. I love this vac because it easily switches between my hardwood floors and the rugs I have in the same room.
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No it does not :) It does not need one. This is a low voltage hose meaning the power nozzle on it is air driven and not electrical. Because of that it does not need to have a pigtail or direct connect connection because the power nozzle does not use electricity. The hose is electric in low voltage which allows you to turn on and off the central vacuum unit with a flip of your finger but that is it. Because of this you just plug the hose into any central vacuum outlet and it works. No pigtail or direct connect needed.If you are looking for the electrical version of this kit that uses the pigtail connection we also sell that one in our store.Let us know if you have any other questions :)Thanks DustinGreatVacs No it does not :) It does not need one. This is a low voltage hose meaning the power nozzle on it is air driven and not electrical. Because of that it does not need to have a pigtail or direct connect connection because the power nozzle does not use electricity. The hose is electric in low voltage which allows you to turn on and off the central vacuum unit with a flip of your finger but that is it. Because of this you just plug the hose into any central vacuum outlet and it works. No pigtail or direct connect needed.If you are looking for the electrical version of this kit that... » Read More No it does not :) It does not need one. This is a low voltage hose meaning the power nozzle on it is air driven and not electrical. Because of that it does not need to have a pigtail or direct connect connection because the power nozzle does not use electricity. The hose is electric in low voltage which allows you to turn on and off the central vacuum unit with a flip of your finger but that is it. Because of this you just plug the hose into any central vacuum outlet and it works. No pigtail or direct connect needed.If you are looking for the electrical version of this kit that uses the pigtail connection we also sell that one in our store.Let us know if you have any other questions :)Thanks DustinGreatVacs « Show Less
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You still have to hit the ON/OFF switch on your attachment inside the house. However, in the garage the orange hose(if u purchase it for your car) just plugs in and starts immediately.
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It does have an on off switch, but the connectors don't fit my vacuflo wall outlet, so the on off switches cancel that out. The hose does fit the outlet enough to be turned on to use manually.As I recall, the write up on the product said it worked with vacuflo. Only to the point of partially fitting the hole. Does work fine, has the cover, and I think if is longer then my vacuflo hoses, but does not fit the outlet perfectly, on off switch does not work.
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Actually it can do either. I think the trick is to make sure the switch is in the off position before plugging in the power. It is easily left in the on position after previous use where it shut itself off (but switch stays "on"). If you make sure it is off first, then it always shuts off correctly after reaching desired pressure. So check switch is off, connect power, connect air hose, check pressure desired, turn on. If I have to turn off then on, it keeps running after reaching desired pressure.
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Yes, it simply turns the power on and off, but not all pumps are meant to be started frequently. I have good experience with Hydor, bad experience with cheap pumps.
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Yes it does. It also has an on/off switch on the hand grip end of the hose. Useful when you lift the power head off the rug to move or stop to move something and the head is sitting on the rug.
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Bought one a few months ago and, no, it's not electric start.Starts easily, but the old fashion way. Pull the cord.
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Yes this has the low pressure cut off switch so you can hold the arm on to let the pump start again. Hope this helps.