1.
Do not operate this machine without either a filter bag
or filter cartridge properly installed on the unit.
2.
Keep the work area well lit, clean and free of debris.
3.
Do not handle the electrical plug with wet hands.
4.
Do not use this unit outdoors or on or near wet sur-
faces.
5.
Always turn on the dust collector before starting the
dust producing machine. Always turn off the dust pro-
ducing machine before turning off the dust collector.
6.
Do not vacuum anything that is burning, smoking or
smoldering such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
7.
Stay alert!
Give your work your undivided attention.
Even a momentary distraction can lead to serious
injury.
8.
Fine particulate dust is a carcinogen that can be
hazardous to health. Work in well ventilated area and
wear eye, ear and respiratory protection, devices.
9.
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets, neck-
laces, or other jewelry.
10.
Do not vacuum or use this Dust Collector near flamma-
ble or combustible liquids, gases, gasoline or other
fuels, lighter fluid, cleaners, oil or solvent based paints,
natural gas, hydrogen or explosive dusts like coal dust,
magnesium dust, grain dust or gun powder.
11.
Do not operate Dust Collector when tired, distracted
or under the effects of drugs, alcohol or any medica-
tion that impairs reflexes or alertness.
12.
Do not operate the unit until a dust hose is installed
onto the hose inlet.
13.
Never leave the machine unattended while running or
with the power on.
14.
To avoid health hazards from vapors or dusts, do not
vacuum toxic material.
15.
Do not insert hands or fingers or any foreign objects
into ventilation inlet and outlet openings.
16.
Childproof and tamper proof your shop and all
machinery with locks, master electrical switches and
switch keys to prevent unauthorized or supervised use.
17.
Keep children and visitors at a safe distance when the
unit is running. Do not permit them to use the
machine.
18.
Use only recommended accessories. Use of acces-
sories NOT recommended by
General
®
International
may result in a risk of injury or damage to the
machine.
19.
Make sure the unit is properly grounded. If equipped
with three-prong plug, it should be plugged into a
three-pole receptacle. Never remove the third-prong.
20.
Always disconnect the unit form the power source
before servicing, performing any maintenance or
repairs and when changing bags or hoses, or if the
machine will be left unattended.
21.
Do not use this Dust Collector for other than it is
intended use. If used for other purposes,
GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL
disclaims any real or
implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any
injury, which may result from that use.
22.
Clean filters (bags on 10-510 or cartridges 10-510CF)
on a regular basis and replace as needed.
Rules for Safe Operation
To help ensure safe operation, please take a moment to learn the machine’s applications and limita-
tions, as well as potential hazards. General® International disclaims any real or implied warranty and
holds itself harmless for any injury that may result from improper use of its equipment.
