Function

• A central vacuum cleaner is a stationary canister installed in garages, basements, or even attics. Piping is laid out throughout the home's walls to which hoses are attached so the vacuum will activate and operate remotely.
  
  

Requirements

• Electrical requirements for a central vacuum cleaner are minimal. The main canister portion needs a basic electrical outlet for power. Each hose attachment will need an electrical outlet for powered brushes. Typically, the vacuum system will have valves installed on these attachments that houses the connection for an electrical outlet.
  
  

Considerations

• Each level of a home may need one to two hose outlets to vacuum the entire area effectively. Electrical outlets need to be near these hose attachment areas for powering their extensions.