PowerTec 70306 Instruction Sheet

INSTRUCTION SHEET
4" Dust Collection Network
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This system is designed to be used with a vacuum cleaner/
dust extractor with at least 100 CFM. Always follow basic
safety precautions including the following.
WARNING
For your own safety, read and understand all warnings and
operating instructions before using any tool or equipment.
It is the responsibility of the purchaser of this product to ensure
that any person using this product reads and complies with
all instructions and safety precautions outlined in this manual
prior to use.
WARNING
Some dust created by operation of power tool contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Always wear OSHA/
NIOSH approved, properly fitting face mask or respirator when
using such tools. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals,
work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety
equipment.
WARNING
Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal
injury. Remember that being careless for even a fraction of a
second can result in severe personal injury.
WARNING
• Read, understand and follow the owner's manual and all
labels on the tools, vacuum cleaner/dust extractor and
this dust collection network before operating. Use ONLY
as described in the manuals. To avoid personal injury
or damage to vacuum cleaner/dust extractor use only
recommended attachments.
• Keep children and visitors at a safe distance from work area.
• Wear eye protection. Always use safety glasses. Eye protection
equipment should comply with ANSI Z87.1 standards.
• Keep work area clean and well-lighted. Cluttered work areas
invite accidents.
• Do not use power tools in dangerous environments.
• Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations.
• Wear proper apparel. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves,
neckties, rings, bracelets or other jewelry which may get
caught in moving parts of the tool.
• Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
• Wear safety shoes with non-slip soles.
WARNING
Risk of fire or explosion. To reduce the risk:
- ALWAYS turn off machine before removing obstructions.
- Do not vacuum up anything that is burning or smoking,
such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
- Do not use to vacuum combustible explosive
materials, such as coal, grain, or other finely divided
combustible material.
- Do not use to vacuum hazardous, toxic or carcinogenic
materials, such as asbestos or pesticide.
- Never vacuum up explosive liquids (e.g. gasoline, diesel
fuel, heating oil, paint thinner, etc.), acids or solvents.
- Empty vacuum cleaner/dust extractor canister often.
WARNING
To avoid serious injury, turn off and unplug all machinery before
attaching or changing accessories or adjusting any part of the
Dust Collection Network.
CAUTION
Think safety! Safety is a combination of operator common
sense and alertness at all times when tool is being used.
WARNING
Do not attempt to operate tool until it is completely assembled
according to the instructions.
WARNING
Metal shavings or dust can set sawdust on fire. Collect wood
materials only. Do not collect metal shavings or dust with
anything that has metal in it. Disconnect dust collector system
from any tool before working on metals. Remove all traces of
wood dust from inside that tool's dust traps. Remove all traces
of metal shavings or dust before reconnecting the vacuum/dust
collector.
CAUTION
If using this Dust Collection Network to help keep airborne
wood dust in heavy usage within acceptable limits, you
must regularly monitor airborne dust and maintain the Dust
Collection Network to avoid exceeding dust limits. Each
application is unique. The maintenance schedule must be for
the specific Dust Collection Network being used.
IMPORTANT: Always ensure the dust collection network is
properly grounded. If in doubt, contact an electrician.
SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Model No. 70306
23-0503