Model No. DC1510 Owner’s Manual Portable Dust Collector QUESTION... 1•847•780•6120 Visit us on the web at www.southerntechllc.com You will need this manual for safety instructions, operating procedures, and warranty. Put it and the original sales invoice in a safe, dry place for future reference.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS PAGE SAFETY RULES 1 Motor Power...........................................1-1/2 HP 9.5 Amp Work Preparation Work Area Preparation Tool Maintenance Tool Operation ASSEMBLY Filter ................................................................. 0.5 micron Air Flow................................................................ 108 CFM Canister Capacity....................................
WARNING For your own safety, read and understand all warnings and operating instructions before using any tool or equipment. WARNING Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are: • Lead from lead-based paints. • Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products.
SAFETY RULES SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 WARNING Read and understand the instruction manual before operating the dust collector. Basic precautions listed below should always be followed when using your dust collector to reduce the risk of injury, electrical shock or fire. ASSEMBLY 2 2 • This dust collector is designed to collect sawdust only. • Never attempt to use this dust collector to vacuum water or any other liquids. • Never try to use this dust collector to collect large wood pieces.
• Phillips head screwdriver 1. Slide the filter bag over the filter cartridge. 2. Fold and tuck the top of the bag into the filter cartridge. 3. Push the filter cartridge/bag onto the motor housing. Figure 2 Filter Cartridge Motor Housing Filter Bag 4. Place the motor housing with filter cartridge/bag on to the collection canister and lock in place with the locking band. 5. Attach one end of the hose to the collection canister inlet. Secure in place with supplied hose clamp.
ASSEMBLY Extension Cord Length Wire Size…………….. 18 A.W.G. Up to 50 ft Figure 5 NOTE: Using extension cords over 50 ft. long is not recommended. MOTOR 4 The dust collector is assembled with motor and wiring installed. The electrical wiring schematic is shown in Figure 5. The permanently split capacitor motor has the following specifications: Horsepower (Peak HP)............................................. 1-1/2 Voltage....................................................................... 120 Amp.....
5 BASIC OPERATIONS To Start Refer to Figures 6 - 7 • Place the dust collector's ON/OFF switch in the ON (I) position. • Turn the machine ON. Figure 7 Before Starting • Place the dust collector near the dust producing machine to be used. • There are four hose adapters supplied. Select the hose adapter that best fits the machine outlet and attach it to the hose coupler.
PARTS LIST 6 6 PORTABLE DUST COLLECTOR PARTS ILLUSTRATION
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TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM Motor will not start 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 8 Motor will not start; fuses blown or circuit breakers are tripped Unit has vibration or noisy operation Loud, repetitious noise or excessive vibration coming from dust collector POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) 1. Low voltage 1. Check power line for proper voltage 2. Open circuit in motor or loose connections 2. Inspect all lead connections on motor for loose or open connection 3. Defective switch 3. Replace switch 1.
WARRANTY WARRANTY 9 Thank you for investing in a POWERTEC power tool. This product has been designed and manufactured to meet high quality standards and is guaranteed for domestic use against defects in workmanship or material for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights. SOUTHERN TECHNOLOGIES.
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