central vac problems

MC9 wrote:
My Dirt Devil central vac shuts off at will. Before I tear into it has anyone had a similar problem?

Here's a thread on this.....read it all the way through....this is the most common issue on the DD. rockin'

Thanks for the link rockin, went to use mine today and nothing. Will get it on the bench and take some readings.

Just to update: removed unit, found if i pushed down on transformer motor would start. Unsoldered xformer from circuit board. One pin on the primary winding was broken. Picked up new part at radio shack $7.99. Will solder leads on to board tomorrow and mount new transformer to vac body, plenty of room. Should work great, will post back if any problems. :)

Works great Installed pic

Thanks Tom and BB. Looks like I have something to go on.

You are welcome. I always like helping folks and have a success story as a result. Like they say "pay it forward" and everyone wins! rockin'