Storing Your Vacuum for Long-Term Care – Acme Vaccums

Whether you're storing your Acme ProClean V12 between regular uses or putting it away for an extended period (holidays, seasonal storage, moving house), a few simple steps protect the battery, maintain the machine, and ensure it's ready to perform when you need it next.

Everyday Storage: Using the Wall-Mount Dock

For day-to-day storage, the wall-mount charging dock is the ideal home for your ProClean V12. It keeps the vacuum charged, accessible, and off the floor.

Mount the dock at a height that allows the vacuum to hang vertically — approximately 1.1 metres from the floor to the dock base works for most users.
Use the two included screws and wall plugs (in the accessory bag) to fix the dock securely to the wall. Check for pipes and wiring before drilling.
The dock holds the vacuum main unit, wand, and floor head in one vertical unit. The rear of the dock has two clip slots for accessories.

Tip: Position the dock near a power outlet in a convenient location — a hallway, utility room, or under-stairs cupboard works well.

Battery Storage Guidelines

The ProClean V12 uses a lithium-ion battery. How you store it affects long-term battery health and total lifespan.

For regular use (daily to weekly): Leave the vacuum on the charging dock. The smart charge circuit prevents overcharging and keeps the battery topped up without degrading cells.
For short-term storage (1–4 weeks): Leave the vacuum on the dock or charge to full before storing off the dock. Either approach is fine.
For long-term storage (1 month or more): Charge the battery to approximately 50–60% before storing. A full charge held for months slightly stresses lithium-ion cells; storing at partial charge is gentler.
Never store with a fully depleted battery. A deeply discharged lithium-ion battery left unattended can fall below the minimum cell voltage and become permanently damaged or unchargeable.

Temperature and Environment

Store at room temperature — between 10°C and 30°C (50°F–86°F).
Avoid garages, sheds, or unheated spaces in winter — below 0°C can permanently reduce battery capacity.
Avoid locations with high humidity or direct sunlight. The plastic housing can warp under prolonged UV exposure.
Do not store the vacuum lying on its side for extended periods — the filter and dustbin are designed for vertical orientation.

Before Long-Term Storage: Preparation Checklist

Empty and wash the dustbin — storing with debris inside can lead to odour and mould growth.
Clean and fully dry the filter — a damp filter left sealed in storage will develop mould. Ensure at least 24 hours of drying time after washing.
Clean the brush roll — remove all tangled hair and debris. Leaving hair wrapped around the brush roll shaft for extended periods can mat and harden, making it harder to remove later.
Wipe down the exterior with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Remove any grit or debris from joint connections.
Charge to 50–60% if storing off the dock for more than a month.

Returning to Use After Storage

Charge the battery to full before first use (3.5 hours on the dock).
Run the vacuum for 2–3 minutes in Eco mode before switching to Boost — this allows the motor and battery to reach operating temperature gradually.
Check all connection points are firmly seated and the filter is dry and correctly installed before use.