Additional Safety For Dust Collectors - Shop fox W1867 Owner's Manual

Model W1867/W1868/W1869 (For Machines Mfd. Since 11/18)
Additional.Safety.for.Dust.Collectors
Long-term.respiratory.damage.can.occur.from.using.dust.collectors.without.proper.use.of.a.
respirator..Fire.or.explosions.can.result.in.smoke.inhalation,.serious.burns,.or.death—if.machine.
is.used.to.collect.incorrect.materials,.is.operated.near.potential.explosion.sources,.or.ducting.is.
improperly.grounded..Entanglement,.amputation,.or.death.can.occur.if.hair,.clothing,.or.fingers.
are.pulled.into.the.inlet..To.reduce.the.risk.of.these.hazards,.operator.and.bystanders.MUST.
completely.heed.the.hazards.and.warnings.below.
INTENDED.USE. Collecting the wrong materials
can result in serious inhalation hazards,
fire, explosions, or machine damage.
This machine is ONLY designed to collect
wood dust and chips from woodworking
machines. DO NOT use it to collect silica,
polyurethane, toxic fumes, metal dust or
shavings, lead paint, drywall, asbestos,
biohazards, explosive dusts, flammable or
combustible liquids or fumes, nor burning
or smoking material.
WEAR.A.RESPIRATOR. Fine dust that is too
small to be caught in filter will be blown
into ambient air. Always wear a NIOSH-
approved respirator during operation and
for a short time after to reduce your risk
of permanent respiratory damage. Never
collect dust from any hazardous material.
IMPELLER.HAZARDS. To reduce risk of
entanglement or contact with impeller, DO
NOT place hands, hair, clothing, or tools in
or near open dust collection inlet during
operation, and keep small animals and
children away. The powerful suction could
easily pull them into impeller.
HAZARDOUS.DUST. Dust exposure created while
using machinery 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.
EMPTYING.DUST. When emptying bag or drum,
wear respirator and safety glasses. Empty
dust away from ignition sources and into
approved container.
OPERATING.LOCATION. To reduce respiratory
exposure to fine dust, locate permanently
installed dust collectors away from working
area or in another room. DO NOT place
dust collector where it can be exposed to
rain or moisture, which creates a shock
hazard and will reduce life of machine.
POWER.DISCONNECT. Turn machine OFF,
disconnect from power supply, and allow
impeller to completely stop before
leaving machine unattended, or doing any
maintenance or service.
REGULAR.CLEANING. To reduce risk of starting
a fire, regularly check/empty collection
bags or drum to avoid buildup of fine dust,
which can increase risk of fire. Regularly
clean surrounding area where machine
is operated—excessive dust buildup on
overhead lights, heaters, electrical panels,
or other heat sources will increase risk of fire.
SUSPENDED.DUST.PARTICLES. To reduce risk
of death or injury caused by explosions
or fires, DO NOT operate in areas where
these risks are high, including spaces near
pilot lights, open flames, or other ignition
sources.
AVOIDING.SPARKS. To reduce risk of fire, avoid
collecting any metal objects or stones.
These can possibly produce sparks when
they strike impeller, which can smolder
in wood dust for a long time before a fire
is detected. If you accidentally cut into
wood containing metal, immediately turn
OFF dust collector, disconnect from power,
and wait for impeller to stop. Then empty
bag or drum into approved airtight metal
container.
FIRE.SUPPRESSION.. Only operate dust collector
in locations that contain fire suppression
system or have fire extinguisher nearby.
STATIC.ELECTRICITY. To reduce risk of fire
or explosions caused by sparks from
static electricity, ground all ducting using
grounding wire.
DUST.ALLERGIES. Dust from certain woods will
cause an allergic reaction. Make sure you
know what type of wood dust you will be
exposed to in case of an allergic reaction.
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