Would this switch be okay to use on a vacuum cleaner power cord? The on off switch on my vacuum cleaner is permanently on and difficult to fix.
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I used it on a large floor lamp and it is fine. It is fairly heavy duty, stout and reliable. Good screw type connections to the wires. Solid.
828522
I'm an electrician. This is lightweight, only suited for lamps and low amp items. The best choice on the vaccum is replace the switch. Inline styles just aren't heavy enough.
828523
I used mine on a flat cord , I think you can because the cords have two wires in them , but the flat cord it's easier to cut
828524
I wouldn't do it -- Vacuum cleaner's use a lot of electric draw. In my view, this very basic switch, would be severely under capacity for such a job and would melt down, or short out, rapidly. I would just pull the plug when you need to shut the vacuum off, which I assume you're already doing.
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First a bit of background -- I am an electrical engineer by training and practice. The switch is rated at 3 amp/125 volt, 1/2 H.P.. If your vacuum is less than this, you are good to go. If it is not, you need to find a bigger switch. If you are not sure, let me know what model vacuum you have and I can probably figure it out.
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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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Glenn, you might be able to modify and create something simple that does what you want because it is definitely drawing power from my wall. The vacuum receptacles throughout the house have power running into them with a little plug under each. I bet you can simply just run the power into it yourself with the right cable and connector. Here's a picture of exactly what the pins look like on the vaccum that I was speaking of. http://www.centralvacuumstores.com/meta/images/lg/cvs/centec_8919_2.jpg
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I think the DC cord is detachable, can't remember if it in the way of the switch though.
1510753
Yes, the switch is located on the power cord and is meant to rest on the floor so you can tap your foot to switch the button on/off.
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It's probably not the cord but the battery connection on the switch side. Try scuffing the battery side switch plate with a ultra fine emery cloth. I've done that to a few of mine with no issues, cheers.
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If it looks the same, I would say it's worth a try. I looked at a website that sells Dyson parts and their print did not even show the switch as a parts option. My sister has called Dyson before and they even walked her through a repair while on the phone, so you might give them a call.
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No, the off/on switch is a part of your central vacuum system. You use the one on the end if your hose to apply power to the head via the two prong plug from the head's power cord.
967059
yes, switch in mid position is off, left = vaccuum only, right = vacuum plus power head
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Not sure, you'd have to look at the voltage of your vacuum and what the converter can handle.
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Yes, under certain circumstances. 1) If you have a device (such as a floor steam cleaner) that does not have an on/off switch, this can become the defacto on/off switch allowing you more flexibility in the use of the device and less wear and tear on your outlets. 2) For devices in the kitchen or bathroom where a surge protector could be dangerous. 3) chargers - for tablets, cell phones, etc -- allows me to leave the charger plugged in and turn off the power when not actually using the charger. In my case, this helps me NOT misplace my charger - which happens when I just unplug it and someone moves it on me. ;) | I like these because they have a ground (3 prongs). Several "cheaper" models and some not cheaper only offer a polarized plug (2 prongs) and therefore limit the type of appliances/devices you can use on them.
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Good luck, My on/off switch broke after a year. It now sits with the hopes I can find a replacement part. Please help me. It was a good accessory that is not being used.
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If it is vacuum actuated then yes it will probably work. I would put it on a toggle switch. If these run constantly without some airflow across it then it can overheat. I have it running my vacuum wastegate for my turbo and I let it run constantly as long as I am moving.
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I'm thinking you pulled it out way past the red mark on the cord and broke it. I did that to my vacuum cord, I had to put a pinch clothes pin on that. Sorry.
88585
Yes this switch will work for that. Once you cut the switch off the trolling motor will not have any power on it
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This product, and the several like it which are available on Amazon and elsewhere, operates by mechanically moving a lightswitch from the "Off" position to the "On" position or the reverse. It is powered by batteries. So it is independent of the wiring for the switch itself. In a word, yes it should work as long as there is a standard toggle switch to operate on.
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It depends on how your vac is wired. It's designed to turn on upon insertion.