Model G0785 (Mfd. Since 3/15)
-25-
Dust Collector Operation
Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution
Dust collector
does not collect
dust or chips
adequately;
poor performance.
1. Dust collection bag is full.
2. Restriction in duct line.
3. Dust collector is too far away, or there
are too many sharp bends in ducting.
4. Lumber is wet, and dust is not flowing
through ducting smoothly.
5. Leaks in ducting or too many open ports.
6. Ducting and or machine dust ports are
incorrectly sized.
7. Machine dust collection design is
inadequate.
8. Dust collector is too small for task or
machine.
1. Empty collection bag.
2. Remove dust line from dust collector inlet and
unblock restriction in duct line. A plumbing
snake may be necessary.
3. Relocate dust collector closer to point of
suction, and rework ducting without sharp bends.
4. Process lumber with less than 20% moisture
content.
5. Rework ducting to eliminate all leaks. Close
dust ports for lines not being used.
6. Re-install correctly sized ducts and fittings.
7. Use a dust collection nozzle on a stand.
8. Use a larger dust collector.
Sawdust being
blown into air
from dust collector.
1. Duct clamps or dust collection bag is
not properly clamped and secured.
2. Bag clamp is loose or damaged.
1. Re-secure ducts and dust collection bag,
making sure duct and bag clamps are tight and
completely over ducts and bag.
2. Retighten bag clamp.
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