Additional Safety For Air Filters - Grizzly G9956 Owner's Manual

Additional Safety for Air Filters

Long-term respiratory damage can occur from using this filter to capture hazardous dust
without proper use of a respirator. Collecting flammable or combustible liquids, vapors, or
explosive dusts can cause fire or explosions, resulting in smoke inhalation, serious burns,
or death. An improperly secured air filter can fall, causing head injuries. To reduce the risk of
these hazards, operator and bystanders MUST completely heed hazards and warnings below.
LUNG PROTECTION. Fine dust that is too small
to be caught in filter will be blown into 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.
INTENDED USE. Using this filter regularly to
collect prohibited materials can result in serious
health problems. It is only designed to capture
dust from ambient air in a woodworking shop for
a short time after cutting or sanding operations.
DO NOT use to collect particles of silica, polyure-
thane, metal, lead paint, asbestos, or hazardous
bacterium. DO NOT allow filter to collect explosive
dusts, flammable, or combustible liquids or fumes,
burning or smoking material, or toxic fumes. DO
NOT connect directly to air filtration system. Only
operate with filters installed.
HAZARDOUS DUST. Dust exposure may cause
cancer, birth defects, or long-term respiratory
damage. Be aware of dust hazards associated
with each workpiece material, and always wear
a NIOSH-approved respirator to reduce your risk.
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 of an allergic
reaction.
POWER DISCONNECT. Turn switch OFF, dis-
connect air filter from power supply, and allow
impeller to come to a complete stop before doing
any cleaning, maintenance, or service.
-8-
OPERATING LOCATION. DO NOT operate the
air filter in rainy or wet locations—exposure to
water may create a shock hazard or decrease the
life of the machine.
REGULAR CLEANING. To reduce risk of start-
ing fire, regularly clean surrounding area where
machine is operated. Excessive fine dust buildup
on overhead lights, heaters, electrical panels,
or other heat sources can increase risk of fire.
Regularly check/clean/change filters to avoid fine
dust buildup.
EMPTYING DUST. To reduce exposure to wood
dust when removing dust from filters, which may
increase risk of allergic reactions or respiratory
problems, always turn switch OFF, disconnect
power, and wear a respirator and safety glasses.
To reduce fire and explosion risk, empty dust
away from ignition sources and into an approved
container.
SUSPENDED DUST PARTICLES AND IGNITION
SOURCES. To reduce risk of death or injury
caused by explosions or fires, DO NOT operate fil-
ter in areas where these risks are high, including,
but not limited to, spaces near pilot lights, open
flames, or other ignition sources.
MOUNTING. To reduce risk of injuries due to fil-
ter falling, secure it to load-bearing joists or wall
studs that can support its weight. Do not mount
unit only to sheet rock, pressboard, paneling, or
honeycomb ceiling panels with expansion-type
fasteners, which can easily tear out.
Model G9956 (Mfg. Since 8/15)