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1.5HP Mobile Dust Cyclone Manual
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Loud,
repetitive
noise, or
excessive
vibration
coming from
cyclone
Machine is on uneven
surface.
Damaged/Unbalanced
impeller.
Loose connections.
Impeller is loose.
Motor fan hitting fan
cover.
Stabilize on a flat surface.
Inspect impeller for dents,
bends, loose fins. Replace if
needed.
Check and re-tighten all
fasteners.
Replace the motor and
impeller.
Check fan and cover; replace
as needed.
Dust cyclone
does not
adequately
collect dust
or chips;
poor
performance.
Canister end cap is full.
Filter is dirty.
Restricted duct line.
Suction route is too long
or has too many sharp
bends.
Wet lumber is clogging
ducts.
Leaks in the duct work or
too many open ports.
Inadequate velocity in the
main suction line.
Wrong size ducting/ports
used.
Empty canister end cap.
Clean filter.
Clean inlet splitter.
Move machine closer to the
point of suction, and rerun
ducts to eliminate sharp bends.
Use lumber with less than 20%
moisture content.
Repair all duct leaks and close
any ports not being used.
Increase velocity by opening 1
or 2 more blast gates to
different branch lines.
Re-size and re-install ducts and
fittings.
Sawdust
being blown
into the air
from the
dust cyclone
Band clamp or end cap is
not secure.
Loose or damaged seals.
Re-install ensuring a tight fit.
Replace seals and gaskets.