Player Piano Electric Vacuum Motor/Suction Box w/dual Volume Control 220/240volt

Description

Please note this kit is not intended for US buyers or buyers with 110-120 volt AC service. The 120 volt unit is item #
292282333790
This kit is offered for our friends across the pond or down under with 220/240 volt mains power. As such we do not include a power cord, you will need a cord with an IEC C-13 plug on one end compatible with your mains receptacle that can handle a minimum of 5 amps at 240 volts.
Brand new suction box with completely independent control for play and rewind. Unlike some controls from the past the volume knobs are truly independent - neither has an effect on the other.  One control is set for play, the other for rewind (this way you can independently control the volume during play and the speed at which the roll rewinds afterwards). Suction box measures 20cm square, about 30cm tall. Powerful, pulls up to 70" water vacuum. 1 1/4" main connector, 1/2" connector for accessories like auto rewind (available in our eBay store). Internal check valve so foot pump
operation
is not affected. Two stage motor, 240 volts AC, 4 amps, auto thermal protection, grounded. Includes 60cm of flexible hose, brass connector, play/rewind microswitch, control box and hardware (wire nuts, screws, cable clamps) included.
Does not
include
a power cord - rather than buying one there, having it shipped over here so I can then ship it back I believe it is best to let source the cord.  You will need one that fits an IEC320 socket and your appropriate mains outlet, rated for at least 240 volts, 4 amps.
Fairly straightforward installation.  Select a location to drill a 1 1/4" hole to install included brass connector (this is usually in a reservoir, not one of the bellows that is connected to the pump pedals (care needs to be taken to avoid any internal springs) - if in doubt send me a pic of the foot pump mechanism and I'll be glad to make recommendations).  Pick a convenient location for the box housing the
control
knobs and install using included hardware, pick a location and install the switch that senses play/rewind (it's connected to a lever or rod that moves when the player is switched between play and rewind - this is how the system knows which suction level (as determined by one of the two knobs) to use.  Wiring harness is color coded - connect same colored wires via the included wire nuts.
This suction box is designed internally to limit transmission of vibrations from the motor to the box and it is felted on the bottom to help prevent noise transmission from the box to the piano.
Check my eBay store for other player piano parts and suction controls - rewind pneumatics, shut off switches and much more.
I get asked sometimes if this pump will work for a player that is not working.... If the piano isn't playing at all with the foot pumped bellows I doubt this pump will help.  This pump will work well for pianos that are somewhat to moderately leaky - 70" is a LOT of suction.  If it plays when you pump the foot pedals, even if you have to pump pretty fast, this suction box should help.  My "test player" is a piano that was probably restored 40 years ago, is a very leaky hard to pump player, and this box works for it.  It would certainly play better if it were completely restored, but for now....
I've done player restorations for 30+ years and am glad to answer questions about this product before or after the sale. My contact info is included with every item and you can also reach me through eBay.  Installation of a suction box is usually not a difficult task but it can be helpful if you have someone to call during the process - tech support is part of what you get when you purchase one of my products - so PLEASE call or write if you have questions, I'm glad to help.