Hi Ian,
Have you had chance to play yet??
Dont forget to test on your carpets first to get to used to the flow/ pressure differential. I wouldn't ask a non user about flow/pressures and the way the pump works as it IS totally different in the way it works. Most systems use high pressures low flow and the difference is evident once you have used it for a while.
By the way my EMV is a year old in two weeks time, same pump, same vac's, same valves. No breakdowns and no leaks etc. Any Info you require or advice, send me a pm
Have a great time with the "new toy"!
Regards
Gary