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NOTE:
Your dust collector is supplied with a motor;
however, it is not supplied with controls such as switch-
es, starters, power cords or plugs for supplying power
to the motor. All wiring for the dust collector must be
completed by a licensed electrician. The electrical
wiring must be performed in accordance with local and
National Electric Codes (NEC). All wiring must comply
with all safety standards and be in accordance with the
electrical ratings shown on the motor nameplate.
Failure to follow all safety and electrical standards
could cause a fire, electrical shock and complete
electrocution leading to death.
WARNING!
The blower housing contains a high speed radial
blade that can amputate fingers, grab loose cloth-
ing and neckties, or propel dust at very high veloci-
ties. DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT THE DISCHARGE
GUARD AND DUST BAG IN POSITION. DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO CLEAN, REMOVE THE DUST BAG,
SERVICE THE UNIT OR MOVE THE DUST COLLEC-
TOR WHILE IN OPERATION. ALWAYS DISCONNECT
OR LOCK OUT FROM POWER SOURCE FIRST.
WARNING! Before performing ANY inspection,
maintenance or service of any components of the
dust collector, be sure that you have disconnected or
“locked out” power to the motor to prevent acciden-
tal starting.
Steel and Sheet Metal Parts:
Non-air stream parts are maintenance free and should
not require any maintenance during the life of the unit.
Periodic inspection of all hardware should be performed
to assure nothing has come loose. Air stream parts are
subject to wear due to erosion caused by dust particles
going through the system. Replace any worn parts found
during periodic inspections.
Cast Aluminum Blower Wheel:
The cast aluminum blower wheel should be inspected
every six (6) to twelve (12) months depending on the
amount of use it has undergone. Inspect the wheel for
any cracks or excessive wear that could cause wheel
unbalance which will cause early failure of the motor
bearings. Also, if an unbalanced blower wheel fails during
operation, it could cause severe bodily injury and even
death.
DANGER! NEVER USE A CRACKED OR
EXCESSIVELY WORN BLOWER WHEEL. REPLACE IT.
WARNING!
The blower motor has a motor cooling fan on top of
the motor. Do not insert any fingers or objects into
the slots in the cooling fan cover. Injury or death
could result.
STEP 1: Perform this step ONLY after all the wiring
from the controls to the motor has been performed.
a. You will need to stand on a ladder, approved for
the working height necessary to safely stand,
and view the top of the motor from above.
b. Have someone else energize (turn on) the motor
for 2 seconds and then turn it off.
c. As the motor slows down to a stop, look at the
cooling fan on the top of the motor through the
motor fan cover slots.
The motor fan should be
turning in a Counter-Clockwise rotation for
the dust collector to provide the proper air
flow.
d. If, the motor cooling fan is turning in a Clockwise
rotation, you will need to disconnect or “lock out”
power to the motor and perform the necessary
wiring connections to reverse the rotation of the
motor.
e. After you have completed step 1d above, go back
and repeat steps 1a through 1c above.
Connecting Motor to Power Source
Maintenance
Motor Maintenance:
The bearings on the standard motors are sealed and
never require lubrication. To remove dust on the motor,
blow it off with an air hose. Air pressure above 50 P.S.I.
should not be used as it may damage the insulation in
the motor, causing excessive temperatures that will
affect the life of the motor. The person performing this
cleaning function should always wear appropriate eye
protective goggles.
Dust Filter Bag
About once a week, after unit is turned off and with per-
sonal eye protection on, strike the side of the dust bag
with your hand to loosen any dust that has collected in
the pores of the bag. Allow dust to settle into the drum
and then empty the drum. The standard knit polyester
dust bag on the 3-5 HP models can also be washed.
When the dust bag becomes so dirty that it greatly
reduces airflow, it should be replaced.
Never discon-
nect the dust bag while the unit is operating.
