W1666, W1685 Dust Collectors
OPERATIONS
General
Many of these operations can be dangerous or deadly if performed incorrectly. The instructions in this sec- tion are written with the understanding that the opera- tor has the necessary knowledge and skills to operate this machine. If at any time you are experiencing difficulties performing any operation, stop using the machine! If you are an inexperienced operator, we strongly recommend that you read books, trade articles, or seek training from an experienced dust collector operator before performing any unfamiliar operations.
Above all, your safety should come first!
Operation
This dust collector is designed for collecting wood dust from woodworking machines. The Model W1666 will draw up to 1550 CFM, and the Model W1685 will draw up to 1280 CFM. The dust collectors are not designed to be used as central
•ALWAYS wear a NIOSH approved respirator to help protect yourself from the respiratory dangers caused by the inhalation of fine dust. Dust collectors do not eliminate the fine, and most harmful, dust from the workshop.
•DO NOT collect metal pieces, glass, or liquid with this dust collector. It is intended for collecting wood dust only (Figure 25). Metal pieces may spark when they contact the impeller and cause a fire.
•USE a 4" dust collection hose that is as short as pos- sible. Remember, the longer the hose, and the more bends in the ducting, the less CFM your dust collec- tor will draw.
•LIMIT the use of 90˚ elbows or 45˚ elbows. These fittings will decrease the overall efficiency of the dust collector.
•GROUND your dust collection hose to protect against unpleasant static shock, and in the worst case, an accidental fire.
Dust collectors do not eliminate the fine, and most harmful, dust from the workshop. Always wear a NIOSH approved respirator to help protect yourself from the respiratory dangers caused by the inhalation of fine dust.
Figure 25. DO NOT collect metal pieces, glass, or liquid with this dust collector.
