SHOP PLACEMENT / SPACE CONSIDERATIONS
Because each shop situation is unique, the follow-
ing factors should be taken into consideration when
determining and before deciding on the ideal installa-
tion to best suit your shop dust collection needs.
The unit should be installed as close to the dust
source(s) as possible.
The base of the unit is mounted on casters and as such
the dust collector can be moved from one location
to another within the shop if a permanent installation
location is not practical or desired.
In all cases the unit should be installed on a flat, sturdy
and stable surface that is able to support the weight
of the unit and its contents, as well as the weight of the
operator. The casters should be blocked to prevent
the unit from moving when it is in use.
Consider the space requirements for the unit and its use when
deciding where to install your dust collector in your shop.
HOSES AND DUCTING RUNNING ALONG THE SHOP FLOOR BETWEEN MACHINERY CAN CAUSE USERS TO TRIP AND
LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY.
LAYING OUT A PLAN FOR THE PIPING
For permanent installations, it is advisable to map out a rough layout of your planned installation starting from
the dust collector out to all the machines that you wish to connect to the system. You may vary your layout to suit
your specific shop needs and may choose to use metal or plastic ducting, or flexible hose in any combination as
suited to your needs.
Note: To avoid accidents as well as damage to ducting or hoses, plan your installation with hoses and ducting
running along walls or mounted from above wherever possible. See the accompanying examples of non-recom-
mended and recommended installations.
Wherever possible avoid running hoses and ducting
along the floor.
Keep hoses and ducting safely mounted along the
walls.
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