Shopsmith DustCollector - Manual (Page 6)

Dust Collector 330002
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Sawdust and Shavings
Sawdust and shavings can be fire hazards and breath-
ing dust can be a health hazard for some people. Dust
may cause physical discomfort, especially if you have
emphysema, asthma, or an allergic reaction. The dust
from some woods can create a toxic reaction.
Attach the Dust Collector to the dust chutes on your
power tools. This will help collect most of the sawdust
and shavings while you’re working and prevent them
from entering the air in the room.
Electrical Requirements
This powerful Dust Collector draws a substantial amount
of starting current. Therefore, it should not be run on the
same circuit as the Shopsmith Mark V. You could over-
load the circuit.
Before starting the Dust Collector, attach hose(s) and set
up as intended for use. If the unit does not come up to
speed within five seconds, turn off the switch. Place an
inlet plug assembly in one of the openings in the 3-way
inlet and try starting the unit again. After the unit is
running, you can remove the inlet plug.
If the Dust Collector still fails to come up to speed
immediately, more than likely your shop wiring is too far
from your electrical entrance box or if you’re using an
extension cord, the wire gauge is too small.
Circuit - Before you plug in your Dust Collector, check the
output and the amperage of the circuit you’ll be using.
The output of the circuit must meet or exceed the electrical
requirements of the Dust Collector power plant. The
amperage must be rated high enough to handle the load
(in amps) of that motor, plus any other tools or appli-
ances you may have plugged into the same circuit and
running at the same time.
• The Shopsmith Dust Collector 115-volt motor is rated
at 1/2 hp and draws 8.0 amps. This motor runs on
ordinary U.S. house current - 115 volts, 60 cycles (hz).
The circuit you use should be rated for at least 15 amps.
• If you have fuses, we recommend you install “slow-
blow” fuses. Fusetron T-15 is recommended. When
you first turn on the machine, for a brief instant the
motor pulls 5-6 times its usual amperage to get up to
running speed.
• If you need to run a new circuit to operate the Dust
Collector, be sure that the wire you use is rated to
handle the amperage of the circuit.
Grounding - The circuit you use should be properly
grounded to protect you from electrical shock.
• The plug on the Shopsmith Dust Collector has three
prongs, as shown in Figure 1. The receptacle should
have three corresponding holes.
• Do not modify the plug. If it will not fit the outlet, have
the proper outlet installed.
• If you have a two-hole receptacle, use a temporary
adapter to plug in the Dust Collector. (See Figure 2.) The
grounding lug or wire on the adapter MUST be con-
nected to a permanent ground such as a grounded
outlet box. The temporary adapter should be used only
until a properly grounded outlet can be installed.
(Adapters are not allowed in Canada.)
• If you are unsure as to whether your outlet box is
grounded ask a licensed electrician.
Extension Cords - If you use an extension cord to plug in
your Dust Collector, be sure it’s a three-conductor cord
with a grounding plug and receptacle.
• The wire gauge must be thick enough to prevent loss
of power and overheating - the longer the cord, the
thicker the wire should be. Use only 12 gauge, 3-wire
cord or heavier.
• Before using an extension cord, inspect it for loose
wires or damaged insulation. Replace damaged cords
immediately, and only replace with Shopsmith ap-
proved parts.
• Don’t let the connection between the power cord and
an extension cord lie on a damp or wet surface.
Figure 1
Figure 2
Cover of Grounded
Outelet Box
Grounding Blade