Grizzly G0673 - Manual (Page 17)

g0671/g0672/g0673 dust Collector
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No list of safety guidelines can be complete.
Every shop environment is different. always
consider safety first, as it applies to your
individual working conditions. Use this and
other machinery with caution and respect.
failure to do so could result in serious per-
sonal injury, damage to equipment, or poor
work results.
Like all machines there is danger associated
with this machine. accidents are frequently
caused by lack of familiarity or failure to pay
attention. Use this machine with respect
and caution to lessen the possibility of
operator injury. if normal safety precautions
are overlooked or ignored, serious personal
injury may occur.
additional Safety for Dust Collectors
6. avOiDiNG fiRES. do not allow steel to
strike against the impeller—this may pro-
duce a spark. sparks can smolder in wood
dust for a long time before fire or flame is
detected. if you accidentally collect metal
during operation, immediately turn off the
dust collector, unplug the power cord from
the outlet or flip the disconnect switch and
wait for all moving parts to stop. remove
collection bags and empty the dust into an
approved air tight metal container. prevent
any chance of accidentally collecting metal
again before resuming operations.
7. KEEpiNG fiNGERS SafE. do not place
your hands or tools near the open inlet dur-
ing operation for any reason. the powerful
suction could cause accidental contact with
the impeller which will cause serious per-
sonal injury or damage to the machine.
8. OpERaTiONaL QUESTiONS. if at any
time you are experiencing difficulties
performing the intended operation, stop
using the machine! then contact our tech
support or ask a qualified expert how the
operation should be performed.
9. DUST hazaRD. Be aware that certain
woods may cause an allergic reaction
in people and animals, especially when
exposed to fine dust. Make sure you know
what type of wood dust you will be exposed
to in case there is a possibility of an allergic
reaction.
1. MaChiNE USE. this machine only is
intended to collect wood dust/chips from
woodworking machines. do not use this
dust collector as a vacuum. do not use
this dust collector with machines producing
dust/chips from metal, asbestos products,
lead paint, silica or any products that are
not natural wood or man-made wood prod-
ucts such as plywood or particle board.
2. WEaR RESpiRaTOR. this machine may
blow fine dust particles into the air dur-
ing operation. Always wear an approved
respirator during and for a short time after
machine operation!
3. SUSpENDED DUST paRTiCLES aND
iGNiTiON SOURCES. do not operate the
dust collector in areas where explosion
risks would be high if dust were dispersed
into the area. Areas of high risk include, but
are not limited to, areas near pilot lights or
open flames.
4. EMpTyiNG DUST. When emptying dust
from the collection bags or drum, wear a
respirator and safety glasses. empty dust
into an approved container and dispose of
properly.
5. SafE SERviCiNG. disconnect power and
allow impeller to completely stop before
servicing or working on the dust collector
or the ducting system, especially if clearing
a clogged duct.