Part 1
Introduction
Welcome
Veneering Basics
14 Good Reasons
Vacuum Press Uses
Vacuum Press Options
Overview
Questions & Answers
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Part 2a (Option 1 of 2)
Project: V2 Venturi Press
About Project: V2
Parts List
Build the Manifold
Build the Reservoirs
Assemble the Venturi
Make the Carrier
Wire the Press
Testing and Adjusting
Mods and Options
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Part 2b (Option 2 of 2)
Project: EVS Pump Press
About Project: EVS
Parts List
Pump Selection
Build the Manifold
Build the Sub-Manifold
Build the Reservoirs
Make the Carrier
Final Assembly
Wire the Press
Testing and Adjusting
Mods and Options
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Part 3
Vacuum Bagging
Vacuum Bag Basics
Polyurethane vs. Vinyl
DIY Vacuum Bags (A)
DIY Vacuum Bags (B)
DIY Vacuum Bags (C)
Connect the Bag
Bag Closures
Platens/Cauls
Breather Mesh
Maintenance
DIY Frame Press
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Part 4
Veneer Information
About Veneer
Veneering Myths
Backer Veneer
Veneer Glues
Veneering Tips
Substrate Materials
Flattening Veneers
A Sharp Veneer Saw
Jointing Veneers
Taping Veneers
Dealing with Defects
Curing Glued Panels
Veneering w/o Vacuum
Hammer Veneering
Iron-On Veneering
Veneer Storage
Amazing Bookmatches
Copper Veneer Guide
Paperbacked Veneer
Edgebanding Guide
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Part 5
Miscellaneous Info
Vacuum Forming
Vacuum Chucking
Vacuum Clamping
Vacuum Clamp Matrix
Vacuum Infusing
DIY Vacuum Manifold
JWW Visitors' Vacs
Veneer Quality
Veneering FAQ
Veneer Glue FAQ
The Vac FAQ
Copper Veneer FAQ
Downloads (PDF's)

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Build the Sub-Reservoir Manifold
The sub-reservoir manifold is a critical part of the system. Luckily it's very easy to build and consists of only nine pieces. Use the instructions below to get this part assembled easily.

1. Place two passes of thread-sealing tape on each of the male threads from the parts list shown above. Wrap the tape clockwise around the fitting.
    
2. Carefully attach the brass pipe union to the pump's vacuum intake. Do not overtighten this fitting as you could crack the pump head. Be certain you attach this part to the vacuum port. The exact location of this port will vary from one pump model to another. Unless, you have purchased the Gast 5.5 CFM from VeneerSupplies.com, do not assume that the pictures in this article are showing the vacuum port location for your pump. Read the directions that came with your pump to determine which of the ports is for vacuum.
    
3. Connect the vacuum filter to the brass pipe union. Note that the direction air flow should be toward the pump. Most vacuum filters have an arrow indicating flow direction. Keep in mind that the filter housing is made from aluminum. Because of this, it will not withstand more than one or two loosen and re-tightening opportunities. So be sure you've got everything in its place before you give the final turn.
    
4. Attach the muffler to the vacuum pump exhaust port. The muffler is not included in the EVS kit because it is part of the vacuum pump. Vacuum pumps purchased at VeneerSupplies.com include an exhaust muffler.
    
5. Attach the breather fitting to port 3 on the Mac valve.
    
6. Attach the check valve to port 1 on the Mac valve.
    
7. Attach the brass barbed elbow fitting to the check valve. Note the direction that the barb is pointing as shown in the picture below.
    
8. Attach the brass "T" to port 2 on the Mac valve. Note the orientation as shown below. You don't want to use the vertical end of the "T" shape. It has to be attached to one of the top "T" ends to fit correctly.
    
9. Attach the brass coupler to the opposite side of the "T". Again, don't attach it to the vertical end of the "T" shape.
    
10. Attach this assembly to the vacuum filter. When the assembly is snug, make sure the Mac valve is next to the filter body as shown in the picture below.
     
11. Screw on the brass elbow (male to male threads) to the brass coupler. Make sure it ends up facing opposite the direction of the breather fitting.
     
12. Check to make sure your final assembly looks like the one shown below.

The final assembly should appear as shown in the picture below.
Place your cursor over the picture to label each part.