found on the motor cover.
You should record bottn model and
serial number in a safe place for
future use.
FOR YOUR
SAFETY:
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY.
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DUST COLLECTION
SYSTEM
• assembly
• operation
• repair parts
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Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, !L. 60684 U.S.A.
Part No. SP5373 Printed in Taiwan
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FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN DÖST COLLECTION SYSTEM
If within one year from the date of purchase, this Craftsman Dust Collection System fails due to a defect in
material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/
DEPAffMEI^t THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty applies only while this product is used In the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you mayalso have otherrights which vary from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., D/817 WA HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60135
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your Dust Collection System, follow basic
safety precautions including the following.
WARNING a To reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, or Injury:
• Read and understand this owner’s manual and all
labels on the Dust Collection System before oper
ating, Use only as described In this manual. To
avoid personal injury or damage to Dust Collec
tion System, use only Sears Craftsman recom
mended aCcesSbries.
Sparks inside the etectricai parts, can ignite flammable
vapors or dust. To avoid fire or explosion;
• Do not vacuum, or use this Dust Collection System
near flammable or combustible liquids, gases, gaso
line or other fuels, lighter fluid, cleaners, oil-based
paints, natural gas, hydrogen, or explosive dusts like
coal dust, magnesium dust, grain dust, orgun powder.
• Do not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking,
such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• To avoid health hazards from vapors or dusts, do not
vacuum toxic materials.
• To avoid injury from accidental starting, unplug power
cord before changing or cleaning filter/dust bag or chip
bag.
• Do not use without filter/dust bag and/or chip bag in
place.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the
plug, not the cord.
• Turn off controls before unplugging.
• Do not use with damaged cord, plug or other parts. If
your Dust Collection System is not working as it
should, has missing parts, has been dropped, dam
aged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to
a Sears Service Center.
• Do not pui! or carry by cord, use cord as handle, close
a door on cord, or puli cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run Dust Collection System overcord.
Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not handle plug of the Dust Collection System with
wet hands.
* Do not use dr store near hazardous materials.
* Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces,
• Put unit on a stable, level surface.
• Route vacuum hose and electric cord out of traffic
areas.
♦ Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children.
• Dohbt ieave appliarice plupeci in. Unplug from outlet
when not in use a;nd before servicing.
SAVE THESE !NSTRUCT!ONS
• Do not put any object into ventilation openings. Do not
vacuum with any ventilation openings blocked; keep
tree of dust, lint, hair or anything that may reduce air
flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body
away from openings and moving parts.
• Extension cords in poor condition or that are too small
can pose fire and shock hazards. When using an
extension cord, be sure It is in good condition. See
"Extension Cords" in the "Operation" section torproper
wire sizes.
• Connect to properly grounded outlet only. (See
"Grounding Instructions" on page 14.)
Aa CAUTION: if using this Dust Collection System
to help keep airborne wood dust in heavy usage
within acceptable limits, you must regularly monitor
air borne dust and maintain Dust Collection System
to avoid exceeding dust limits. Each application is
unique. Your maintenance schedule must, there
fore, be tailored to your specific use of this Dust Col
lection System.
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert
and knowing how your Dust Collection System works.
BEFORE USING THE DUST COLLECTION
SYSTEM:
A
WARN ING: TO AVOID MISTAKES TH AT COU LD
RESULT IN SERIOUS, PERMANENT INJURY, DO
NOT CONNECT POWER CORD UNTIL THE FOL
LOWING STEPS HAVE BEEN SATISFACTORILY
COMPLETED:
1. Assembly, mounting and alignment.
2. Learn the function and proper use of the ON-OFF
switch.
3. Read and understand all safely instructions and
operating procedures throughout the manual.
4. Read the following labels which appear on the top
and bottom of filtration housing and sides of motor.
AWARNING
Metal shavings or dust can set
sawdust on tire.
Collect wood materials only.
Do not collect metal shavings
or dus!.
See manual for délai 1 s.
Risk of electrical shock.
Use indoors in dry area.
Do not use outdoors or on wet
surfaces.
BEFORE EACH USE:
1. Inspect your Dust Collection System. If any parts
are missing, bent, or tail in any way. or any electri
cal components do not work properly, turn off the
Dust Collection System, remove switch key, and
remove power supply cord from power supply.
Replace damaged, missing or failed parts before
using the Dust Collection System again.
2. Plan your work to protect your eyes, hands, face,
ears and body.
A. WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES, FORESIGHT iS
BETTER THAN NO SIGHT. Wear safely
goggles, not glasses, that comply with ANSI
Z87.1 (shown on label). Operating any power
tool can result in foreign objects being ihown
into the eyes which can result in permanent eye
damage. Safety goggles are available at Sears
retail catalog stores, Use of glasses or goggles
not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 could result
in severe injury from breakage of the eye protec
tion.
B. When cleaning collection bags, wear a dust
mask.
Sparks can ignite vapors from
flammable products.
Do not use around flarnmable
products.
If connected to a circuit protected
by fuses, use time delay (uses
with this appliance.
Electrical: 120 volts, 60 Hz AC only, 7 amps
AWARNING
Hazardous moving parts inside
Unplug before removing inlet guard.
Attach inlet guard before plugging in.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOLS
1. KNOW YOUR TOOL
F^ead and understand owner's manual ard labels
attixed to the tool t eam its application and (imitalicns as welt as its specific potential hazards pec-
2, GROUND THE TOOL
This tobi is equipped with an approved 3-conductor ^
cord and a 3-prong grounding type plug to fit the
proper grounding type receptacle. The green coriductor in the cord is the grounding wire Never
O : connect the green wire to a live terminal.
3 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE
r - in working brdeb and in proper adjustment and
: álignmenLV ;' i
4. REMOVE adju stin g AND WRENCHES
: Form habit of checking:to see that keys and adjust
: ing wrenbhes are rerrioved from tool before turning
. It on; : ; r '
5. KEEP VyORK AREA CLEAN
Cluttered areas and benches invite accidents. Floor
must not be slippery due to wax or sawdust.
6. AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT
Don’t use power tools in damp or wet locations or
expose them to fain Keep work areá well lighted.
Provide adequate surrounding work space.
7. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work
area.
8. MAKE WORKSHOP CHILD-PROOF
-with padlocks, master switches, or by removing
starter keys.
9. USE PROPER SPEED
This tool will do the job better and safer when oper
ated at the proper speed.
10. USE RIGHT TOOL
Don't force tool or attachment to do a job tor which
it was not designed
11. WEAR PROPER APPAREL
Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or
jewelry (rings, wristwalches) to get caught in moving
parts. Non-slip footwear is recommended. W ear
protective hair covering to contain long hair. Roll
long sleeves above the elbow.
12. USE SAFETY GOGGLES (Head Protection)
Wear safety goggles (must comply with ANSI Z87.1)
at all times. Everyday eyeglasses only have impact
resistant lenses, they are NOT safety glasses. Also,
use lace or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty,
and ear protectors (plugs or muffs)during extended
periods or operation
13. DONT OVERREACH
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE
Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest
performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and
changing accessories,
15. DISCONNECT TOOLS
Before servicing, when changing accessories or at
tachments.
16. AVOID ACCIDENTAL STARTING
Make sure switch is in "OFF" position before plug
ging in.
17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES
Consult the owner's manual for recommended
accessories. Follow the instructions that accom
pany the accessories. The use of improper accesseries may cause hazards.
18. NEVER STAND ON TOOL
Serious i njury could occur if the tool tips over. Do not
store materials such that it is necessary to stand on
the fool to reach them.
19. CHECK DAMAGED PARTS.
Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part
that is damaged should be carefully checked to
ensure that it will operate properly and perform Its
intended function. Check for afignment of moving
parts, binding or rraving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other conditions that may affect
its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced.
20. NEVER LEAVE MACHINE RUNNING UNAT
TENDED
Turn power "OFF". Don’t leave Dust Collection
System until it comes to a complete stop.
Introduction
The Craftsman Dust Collection System is specifically
designed to capture sawdust and wood chips at the
source. The fine dust is filtered by the upper bag while
heavy particles settle in the lower bag for easy removal.
Do not use as a vacuum.
A
CAUTION; The blower housing contains a high
speed fan blade that can amputate fingers, grab
loose clothing and neckties, or propel dust at high
velocities. DO NOT OPERATE WITHOUT ALL PARTS
IN PLACE.
Do not attempt to clean, remove dust bags or service
unit while in operation. Disconnect from power
source.
This Dust Collection System is intended for either com
mercial or household use.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Please Read Carefully
static Shocks Are Common - in dry areas or when the
relative humidity of the air is low. To reduce the fre
quency of slatic shocks in your home, the best remedy
is to add moisture to the air with a console or installed
humidifier.
The safety information in this manual is highlighted by
the following safety alert symbol.
A
The following signal words are used to indicate the level
of risk.
A DANGER: Means that if the safety information
is not followed, someone will be seriously injured or
kilted.
A WARNING: Means that if the safety information
is not followed, someone could be seriously injured or
killed.
A CAUTION: Means that if the safety information
is not followed, someone may be injured.
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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR
Fiernove entire contents of carton. Check each item
against thé Carton Contents List. Notify your Sears
Store irhmediately if any parts are damaged or missitig.