Abstract: This invention is a coin operated vacuum apparatus including a housing means mounted on basic support means; a vacuum power means enclosed by the housing means; a coin control means connected to the vacuum power means to control operation thereof; and a hose assembly connected to the vacuum power means. The housing means is constructed of fiberglass material having a cover head assembly and a removable receptacle assembly to receive refuse material therein. The vacuum power means includes a filter and motor assembly having a pair of vacuum motor members mounted on a motor head support assembly with the entire unit easily removable for maintenance purposes. The filter and motor assembly includes a filter assembly associated with each vacuum motor member to provide efficient filtration. The coin control means includes a time meter assembly to be actuated by a coin for a predetermined time period to energize the vacuum power means.