2026 technical guide · Installing the central units

Installing the central units.
S100 to S400 + S500.

Real diagrams. Clear steps. No improvised connections.

Wall mounting, network connection, muffler, power supply and low-voltage control, commissioning. From S100 to S400, plus the specific series-mounting configuration for the S500 (main body + booster).

Before you start

Real diagrams. Clear steps.

Scope

This guide covers the installation of AspiWall S100 to S400 central units (wall mounting, network connection, air inlet, muffler, power supply and low-voltage control, commissioning), then the specific configuration of the S500 — main body + booster. 50.8 mm Ø PVC vacuum piping network.

Always keep the central unit's manual

Air connections, power supply and bag or filter maintenance vary by model. Keep the specific manual supplied with the central unit.

Schéma de principe et dégagements (S100 à S400)
Schéma de principe et dégagements (S100 à S400)

The essentials

The 4 rules for
a reliable installation.

1

The central unit is carried by the wall, never by the PVC.

2

The last connection to the central unit stays removable (sleeve + clamps).

3

Every unused air inlet is capped.

4

The muffler outlet always stays clear.

Section 01

Choose and prepare the installation area

A dry, ventilated room, accessible for servicing.

Install the central unit in a dry, ventilated room that is accessible for servicing: garage, basement or utility room.

30 cm

Clearance

Around the central unit for servicing and ventilation.

40 cm

Below the canister

Recommended below the canister for removal and maintenance.

1 m max.

Power outlet

Between the central unit and the dedicated power outlet.

Dry

Location

Not outdoors, and not in an area exposed to water.

Do not enclose the central unit

A narrow, unventilated cabinet makes servicing harder and can hinder cooling and air exhaust.

Before drilling — simulate servicing

Hold the central unit in place, open the canister latches and check that the bag, canister and filters remain accessible without dismantling the network. Have a level, drill and suitable fixings ready; the mounting plate is supplied.

Schéma de principe S100 à S400 et dégagements à conserver
Schéma de principe S100 à S400 et dégagements à conserver
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Section 02

Mount the central unit and connect the PVC

The central unit is carried by the wall, never by the PVC.

1
Fix the mounting plateSolid support, suitable fixings and a plate that is perfectly level.
2
Hang the central unitIt must be fully engaged in its mounting plate and carried by the wall, never by the PVC.
3
Dry-fit the networkThe pipe must neither push nor pull on the central unit.
4
Removable final connectionThe last connection to the central unit is not glued: use the rubber sleeve and clamps.
Important rule

The other network connections are assembled according to the system used. The immediate connection to the central unit remains removable for servicing.

Vacuum PVC — 50.8 mm Ø

Cut cleanly, deburr each pipe and check alignment before gluing. An unused air inlet must always be capped with the supplied plug.

Plaque de montage et accroche de la centrale
Plaque de montage et accroche de la centrale
Raccord final : manchette + colliers, non collé
Raccord final : manchette + colliers, non collé
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Section 03

Move the air inlet from left to right

For the S200, S300 and S400.

S100 & S500 exception

The procedure below applies only to the S200, S300 and S400. The S100 does not follow this inlet change (do not force the internal adapter). Nor does the S500: it has a single air inlet, on the left.

1
Unplug and openUnplug the central unit. Loosen the clamps and remove the sleeve from the left inlet.
2
Push in the adapterPush the protruding adapter inward.
3
Remove the bag adapterRemove the canister and bag if needed, then remove the bag adapter from the left inlet.
4
Move the plugMove the plug from the right inlet to the left inlet and press it in fully.
5
Insert on the rightFrom the inside, insert the adapter into the right inlet, aligning the markers.
6
Check the protrusionThe adapter must protrude by about 1.9 cm on the outside.
7
ReassembleRefit the sleeve, tighten the clamps, then replace the bag and canister.
Dépose de la manchette et déplacement de l'adaptateur (fig. 4-5)
Dépose de la manchette et déplacement de l'adaptateur (fig. 4-5)
Déplacement du bouchon et réinsertion de l'adaptateur (fig. 7-9)
Déplacement du bouchon et réinsertion de l'adaptateur (fig. 7-9)
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Section 04

Mount the muffler correctly

Air outlet always kept clear.

1
Sleeve on the outletPlace rubber sleeve A on air outlet D.
2
Tighten on the central unit sideTighten the clamp on the central unit side to ensure a proper seal.
3
90° elbowInsert 90° elbow B into the sleeve and tighten the second clamp.
4
MufflerFit muffler C using the parts and adhesive intended for the supplied connection.
Keep the outlet clear

Never block the muffler outlet. If it points downward, keep at least 30 cm clear below its outlet.

Installation tip

Hold the muffler in place before final gluing to check it does not obstruct canister removal or wall access.

Markers: A — sleeve · B — 90° elbow · C — muffler · D — air outlet.

Montage du silencieux : A manchette · B coude 90° · C silencieux · D sortie d'air
Montage du silencieux : A manchette · B coude 90° · C silencieux · D sortie d'air
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Section 05

Power supply and control

230 V + low-voltage control.

Power supply

Provide an outlet within 1 m, with earth, on a dedicated circuit. For the S100 to S400 models covered by the manual: 220/240 V - 10 A. No extension cord and no modification of the power cord.

Electrical work

The outlet, earthing and protection must comply with the RGIE (Belgian electrical code). If in doubt, have a qualified electrician carry out the work.

Low-voltage control

On the S100 to S400, strip about 0.5 cm of each conductor. Press the push-button, insert the wire, then release. Repeat for the second terminal.

Quick test

  • 230 V connection complete.
  • Two low-voltage conductors inserted.
  • Earth checked.
  • Each inlet triggers the central unit.
Préparation du fil, ouverture de la borne, insertion et verrouillage
Préparation du fil, ouverture de la borne, insertion et verrouillage
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Section 06

Test before finishing

A methodical check immediately reveals any fault.

A methodical check makes it possible to immediately detect a leak, an uncapped inlet or a poorly connected control.

Final check

  • Central unit firmly engaged in its mounting plate.
  • Last connection removable and airtight.
  • Muffler installed and outlet clear.
  • Low-voltage control correctly connected.
  • Consistent suction across the various points of the network.
  • Canister aligned and latches closed.
  • Unused inlet capped.
  • Power supply compliant and earth present.
  • All inlets trigger the central unit.
  • No abnormal whistling around the accessible connections.
Functional test

Test several inlets and let the central unit run for a few minutes. Check that startup is stable and there is no abnormal mechanical noise.

Suction check

A large difference between two areas may indicate a leak, a poorly closed inlet or a blockage.

First test run

Do not vacuum water, hot ashes or plaster dust during commissioning.

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Section 07

The S500: main body + booster

A specific architecture, different from the S100 to S400.

The S500 is different from the S100 to S400. It consists of a main body with canister and a secondary motor unit — the booster.

Module 1 — Main body

Receives the vacuum network on its single air inlet (on the left), holds the canister and filtration.

Module 2 — Booster

Secondary motor unit mounted beside and above the main body according to the mounting dimensions.

AspiWall guide: series mounting only

For the AspiWall S500, follow only the configuration presented in the following sections.

To prepare before drilling

Two wall mounts, space for the metal link between the modules, the muffler, and access to the canister.

Montage série S500 : liaison du corps principal vers le booster
Montage série S500 : liaison du corps principal vers le booster
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Section 08

Follow the dimensions for both mounts

Layout dimensions for the series configuration.

The original diagram gives the layout dimensions for the series configuration of the machine corresponding to the AspiWall S500. Mark them on the wall before fixing the mounts.

MarkerDimension
Main mount height154.94 cm
Booster mount height208.28 cm
Vertical gap between mounts58.10 cm
Horizontal offset43.18 cm
Measure before drilling

Mark the axes, check the level, then hold the modules and the link in place before permanently tightening the mounts.

Service access

Keep 30 cm clear around the working areas and 40 cm recommended below the main body's canister.

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Section 09

Connect the main body and the booster

Linking the modules, in series.

1
Network to the main bodyConnect the vacuum network to the air inlet (on the left) of the main body.
2
Link to the boosterMake the link from the main body to the booster using the intended connector.
3
Booster mufflerFit the muffler on the booster's air outlet and keep its outlet clear.
Critical point

On the AspiWall S500 in series, there is nothing to cap: a single air inlet (on the left) feeds the main body, and its air outlet runs to the booster. No right inlet and no parallel outlet to plug.

Watch the heat

When the S500 is running, the metal air-outlet ducts can become very hot. Avoid any contact with heat-sensitive materials and keep service access clear.

Montage série S500 : liaison du corps principal vers le booster
Montage série S500 : liaison du corps principal vers le booster
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Section 10

Finalize the S500

220/240 V - 15 A power supply and control.

S500 power supply — 220/240 V - 15 A

The manual for the machine corresponding to the S500 specifies a dedicated electrical circuit with earthing and 15 A protection for this model.

No extension cord

The central unit must be connected to a suitable outlet, with earth, without modifying the power cord.

Low-voltage control — on / off

Strip about 1 cm, open the terminal with the push-button, insert the conductor, then release. Repeat for the second terminal.

After connection

Test each inlet, let the whole system run for a few minutes and check the stability of the main body and booster.

S500 : dénudage, ouverture de borne, insertion et verrouillage du conducteur
S500 : dénudage, ouverture de borne, insertion et verrouillage du conducteur
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Section 11

Installer checklist

An installation that stays removable, accessible and logical to maintain.

S100 to S400

  • Solid wall mount and central unit correctly engaged.
  • Service clearances maintained.
  • Last connection not glued to the central unit.
  • Unused inlet capped.
  • Canister and bag correctly installed.
  • Muffler outlet clear.
  • 220/240 V, dedicated circuit, earth, no extension cord.
  • Low-voltage control tested on all inlets.

S500

  • Main body and booster fixed according to the series dimensions.
  • Air inlet (on the left) connected to the main body.
  • Link from the main body to the booster complete.
  • Booster muffler outlet clear.
  • Power supply compliant with the intended circuit.
  • Low-voltage control connected.
  • Full test of the whole system carried out.
A clean installation

A clean installation should stay removable, accessible and logical to maintain. If in doubt before final gluing, take photos of the whole setup and contact AspiWall before closing the network.

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Installation guide for AspiWall S100 to S400 and S500 central units: location, mounting, PVC connection, air inlet, muffler, 230 V power supply, low-voltage control, commissioning and S500 series mounting. Document in French.

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