Dust allergies. Dust from certain woods may cause an allergic reaction in people and
animals.
Make sure you know what type of wood dust you will be exposed to in case there is a
possibility of an allergic reaction.
Wear respirator. Fine dust that is too small to be caught in the filter will be blown into
the ambient air during operation. Always wear a NIOSH-approved respirator during
operation and for a short time after to reduce your risk of permanent respiratory damage.
Emptying dust. When emptying dust from the collection container, wear a respirator and
safety glasses. Empty dust away from ignition sources and into an approved container.
Disconnecting power supply. Turn the switch off, disconnect the dust collector from the
power supply, and allow the impeller to come to a complete stop before leaving the
machine unattended or doing any service, cleaning, maintenance, or adjustments.
Suspended dust particles and ignition sources. Do not operate the dust collector in
areas were explosion risks are high. Areas of high risk include, but are not limited to,
areas near pilot lights, open flames, or other ignition sources.
Fire suppression. Only operate the dust collector in locations that contain a fire
suppression system or have a fire extinguisher nearby.
Impeller hazards. Do not place your hands or tools near the open inlet during operation
for any reason. The powerful suction could easily cause accidental contact with the
impeller, which will
cause serious personal injury or damage to the machine. Always keep small animals and
children away from open dust collection inlets.
Avoiding sparks. Do not allow steel or rocks to strike the impeller—this may produce
sparks.
Sparks can smolder in wood dust for a long time before a fire is detected. If you
accidentally cut
Into wood containing tramp metal (nails, staples, spikes, etc.), immediately turn off the
dust collector, disconnect it from power, and wait for the impeller to stop—then empty the
collection container into an approved airtight metal container.
Operating location. To reduce respiratory exposure to fine dust, locate permanently
installed dust collectors away from the working area, or in another room that is equipped
with a smoke detector. Do not operate the dust collector in rainy or wet locations—
exposure to water may create a shock hazard or decrease the life of the machine.
Static electricity. Plastic dust lines generate high amounts of static electricity as dust
chips pass through them. Although rare, sparks caused by static electricity can cause
explosions or fire. To reduce this risk, make sure all dust lines are thoroughly grounded by
using a grounding wire.
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