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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
USING THE MACHINE IN FLOOR SWEEP MODE
A hole in the base allows floor sweeping use. To use the
machine in floor sweep mode proceed as follows:
1.
Turn off the machine.
2.
If the dust hose is connected to a machine in the
shop, disconnect the hose from the machine.
3.
Insert the dust port
A
into the hole located in the
base as shown
B
.
4.
Start the dust collector, then wheel the machine
around the shop to vacuum up dust on the floor.
A
B
ALWAYS TURN ON THE DUST COLLECTOR BEFORE STARTING YOUR DUST PRODUCING MACHINE AND ALWAYS STOP THE
DUST PRODUCING MACHINE BEFORE TURNING OFF THE DUST COLLECTOR.
CHECKLIST BEFORE STARTING
• To minimize airborne dust make sure that all hoses, fittings and clamps are secure and airtight.
• Never operate the machine without the filter bag and the collection bag properly installed.
THE SOUND LEVEL OF THIS MACHINE IS RATED AT APPROXIMATELY 90 DB DURING OPERATION. MAKE SURE THAT AD-
EQUATE HEARING PROTECTION IS USED AND THAT THE OVERALL SOUND LEVEL WITHIN THE WORK ENVIRONMENT IS
TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.
MAINTENANCE
MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORM-
ING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
• All bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated. No further lubrication is needed.
• Periodically inspect all hardware, fittings and fasteners that may have loosened due to vibration - retighten as
needed.
• Keep the outside of the unit clean and wipe off excessive dust or dirt with a dry rag.
• Clean filter bag on a regular basis and replace as needed.
• Periodically inspect inside all pipes, fittings, hoses, blast gates, and connectors for accumulated dust build-
up or other obstructions and clean as needed. Remove sections and vacuum or manually remove debris as
needed.
• Check and if necessary replace all damaged parts or components.
• Do not operate with a damaged filter bag - replace damaged filter immediately.
• Periodically inspect the power cord and plug for damage. If necessary, replace the power cord and plug
at the first signs of visible damage.
• Use only recommended parts and accessories. The use of parts or accessories NOT recommended by
GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL may result in a risk of injury or damage to the machine.
