PSI Woodworking Products
Assembly
To make the assembly easier, it is suggested that the entire unit be
assembled, on the floor, to a sheet of 3/4" plywood and carefully lifted
into place.
1) Align the vortex pipe (D) with the screw holes at the top of the upper
cyclone body (B) and secure with three M8 x 16 bolts, washers, nuts,
and a bead of silicone caulk. Make sure the bolts are first positioned
from the top of the upward cyclone body downward. The washers and
nuts will be protruding below the three holes of the vortex pipe (D),
TIGHTEN. Failure to correctly orient these fasteners may result in
damages to the motor blower.
2) Carefully invert the motor blower assembly (A) onto a smooth soft
surface (e.g. carpet) and align (B) so that all (8) holes are matched.
Adjust the relationship of the inlet and exhaust ports of the cyclone to
match your floor plan. Firmly secure A to B with a bead of caulk and 8
pan-head flange bolts (M6 x 12). Carefully, lay the assembly aside at
this time.
3) Locate the neutral vane cylinder (C) and slip it into the suction intake
of the upper cyclone body (B). The neutral vane cylinder should
extend 5" out of the intake port. Secure it with silicon caulk or sheet
metal screws (not provided).
4) Locate the adhesive-backed foam strip (G) 64" x 3/8" x 1/16" and
carefully attach it to the large flange at the top of the cyclone cone (E).
This will assure an airtight seal between the body (B) and the cone
(E) sections. Put the cone section in place over the inverted body
aligning the 10 holes for the ten M8 x 30 hex head bolts, nuts, and
washers. Insert the ten bolts and washers through the bottom of the
box flange and secure with the appropriate nuts. (Use the four longer
bolts through the holes which will align with the mounting brackets
(F).) Do not tighten at this time. The unit is now ready to be fastened
to the wall.
5) Determine an appropriate location for your cyclone. Setting the
Tempest upright in its final position will require the assistance of
another person. The two mounting brackets (F) should be mounted as
shown– 19-7/8" apart on the centerline of the bolt slots. Take into
consideration the height of your ceiling and the height of your barrel
and determine the proper height to mount the wall brackets.
Depending on the construction of the selected wall, use six best grade
1/4" lag bolts or concrete fasteners. Firmly attach the brackets to the
wall and test for strength.
6) Note: Of the 10 bolts holding the body (B) to the cone (E), the four
longer ones should be removed at this time. These four bolts, 2 each,
located on either side of the unit will be used to connect the unit to its
wall brackets. Lift the entire system into position and fasten it to the
wall brackets using the four bolts (M8 x 30) taken from the upper
flange. Tighten all 10 bolts and nuts.
7) Screw the wall-mounted on/off switch to an appropriate location.
Keep in mind small children and your own convenience. Be sure to
connect to a 220V power service.
8) Using the 7" waste can flange (H) as a template cut a 7" hole in the lid
of your waste can and drill 8 each 3/8" holes for 3/8" hex bolts (not
provided). Bolt and seal the flange to the top of the can with a quality
silicone sealant (
#CYSCAULK
). Let this cure for 24 hours before
testing. Connect the waste can lid to the bottom cyclone flange with
the included 12" x 7" clear flex hose (I) and hose clamps (L).
9) Secure the motor to the wall with the supplied support bracket (K).
Carefully remove the two top bolts holding the motor to its support
motor blower assembly
motor support bracket
neutral vein cylinder
extends 5" out of intake
upper cyclone body
vortex pipe
cyclone cone
connection hose
7" hose clamps
drum connector flange
waste can (sold seperately)
adhesive foam
mounting bracket
mounting bracket
long screws
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
fig. 3 - Tempest Components
and attach the bracket to the support plate on the motor using these
same two bolts. The wall end of the bracket should be mounted to the
back wall with the same type of fasteners used for the wall brackets (F).
10) Install filter bag or cartridges as described on page 5.
11) Finally, with the unit operating, inspect all seams and connections
for pin-hole leaks. If any appear, they should be filled with a
premium silicone caulk and given enough time to fully cure before
re-testing. Failure to seal properly will result in excess dust in your
final stage filter bag or cartridges.
Congratulations, you are ready to use your new PSI Tempest!
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