ASSEMBLY
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Dust Collection
The Model W1689 features a 5" dust port that is
located on top of the machine. Before perform-
ing any sanding operations, a working dust col-
lector must be attached to the sander as shown
in
Figure 14
.
The dust collector that is attached to the
Model 1689 must be able to move 800-1200
CFM at the sander dust port.
Make sure that
your dust collector and dust collection system
have the ability to move this volume of dust, or
dust buildup will affect the performance of your
sander.
A fine layer of dust may be present on your
stock as it comes out of the sander. This is nor-
mal.
Figure 14.
Dust collection hose
attached to dust port.
Always wear a dust mask
in addition to using a dust
collector. This machine
produces sawdust that
may cause allergic reac-
tions or respiratory prob-
lems.
DO NOT operate this
machine without an ade-
quate dust collection sys-
tem. This machine creates
substantial amounts of
wood dust while in opera-
tion. Failure to use a dust
collection system can
result in short and long-
term respiratory illness.
