Dust Director
Electric Dustless Cut-Off Saws
12" Dust Director
12" Blade, 4-1/4" Depth-of-Cut
7" - 10" Blades, 2" ~ 3-1/4" Depth-of-Cut
Horizontal Wall Cutting Position
Arrow shows Blade Visibility Window
Dust Director™Guard & Blade Installation, Handling & Cutting Techniques
SAFE USE WARNING - BU YER ALTER ATION to M ANUFACT UR ER ANGLE GR IND ER . The Dust Director™ is a suitable and safe alteration for use
on an angle grinder product within the blade capacities of the angle grinder. However, upon the Buyer or User’s installation and/or attachment of the
Dust Director™ to the angle grinder, notification is hereby given that such a modification may void the manufacturer’s warranty on the angle grinder.
Additionally, the Buyer and/or User are also notified that while using the modified user-assembled product they will be doing so at their own risk and
that Seller (and all parties associated with the Dust Director™ including but not limited to the inventor or manufacturers) and the manufacturer of the
angle grinder shall not be liable for any injury, loss or damage, direct or consequential, arising from the use of, or inability to use the user-assembled
product. For additional information on this safety notification, please see the LIMITED WARRANTY / LIABILITY section below.
1. LOOP HANDLE INSTALLATION (picture below, left). The loop handle provides safety and comfort in handling. When installed, the large
open-end of the Loop Handle is positioned on the side opposite the barrel of the Dust Director™ or opposite the Directional Arrow on the
Angle Grinder’s Head. Two (2) Hex Bolts and one (1) 5/8" Lock Washer are enclosed. The Lock Washer is installed on to one of the Hex
Bolts, then both Hex Bolts are inserted through the loop handles’ bolt holes and fasten securely into the side bolt holes on the angle grinder.
2. GUARD POSITIONING / HANDLING THE DUST DIRECTOR™. Installation of the Dust Director™ and its adjustment on the angle grinder
is accomplished by loosening the four (4) hex cap screws on the collar of the Dust Director™. Once positioned to your preference on the
angle grinder, tighten the four (4) screws securely into the bore of the angle grinder’s head.
10" Multi-Purpose Dust Director
HORIZONTAL WALL
Loop Handle
Installation
2. CUTTING WITH THE DUST DIRECTOR. Your initial cut into the work surface needs to be on a 45Eangle. Ease the Dust Director into the material to be
cut on a 45Eangle. Th e sh o e o f th e Dust Dire c to r must tou c h the work su rfa c e. A lw a y s k e e p the b a rr e l’s sh o e w ith in a 1 /4 " o f the work su rfa c e.
IMP ORT A NT: O n ly c u t in the direction o f the Ye llo w “Arro w” Stick e r o n the D ust Dir e c to r ™ or “to wards the va c u u m bar re l” o n the Dust D ir e c to r ™. Cu ttin g in
the opposite direction will result in unsatisfactory dustless cutting.
CUTTING POSITION
Arrow Shows Blade
Visibility Window Horizontal Cutting Position
VERTICAL WALL
CUTTING POSITION STANDARD CUT-OFF
SAW POSITION
DUST DIRECTOR™ Date: 4 December 2013
OPERATING, INSTALLATION, SAFETY / WARNING INSTRUCTIONS, WARRANTY
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Dear Customer: Many thanks for the confidence you have shown in us with the purchase of our DUST DIRECTOR™. Many
years of working with contractors on their construction sites: understanding their needs, requirements and health concerns went
into the design of this product. When used with a Dust Director Vacuum - specific for vacuuming silica dust - the DUST
DIRECTOR™ promotes a cleaner, healthier and more productive construction site.
OPERATING / SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS. Buyer acknowledges receipt of these Operating & Safety / Warning Instructions for Use of the Product and agrees to
strictly comply with such instructions.
PRODUCT USE / DESIGN APPLICATION. Cutting through masonry, concrete and stone material where containment of airborne dust is critical. Product is only
for use by a licensed contractor who understands these instructions, as well as being throughly trained and experienced in the use and operation of electric
angle grinders when cutting through the stated materials. Buyer acknowledges receipt of these Operating & Safety / Warning Instructions for Use of the
Product and agrees to strictly comply with such instructions. Buyer is responsible for determining whether the product is fit for a particular purpose and suitable
for user’s method of application.
LIMITED WARRANTY / LIABILITY. Distributed by Industrial Contractors Supplies. As per Buyer’s request, Seller (and hereby including all parties associated
with the naming rights, manufacturing and marketing of the Dust Director™ including Industrial Contractors Supplies), has provided the Dust Director™ for use
on an angle grinder for Buyer’s personal use and application. Upon the Buyer’s personal installation and/or attachment of the Dust Director™ to the angle
grinder, Buyer acknowledges that Buyer has requested and performed a modification to the angle grinder product. Upon that modification, Buyer is hereby
informed that both Seller and manufac turer of the angle grinder do not provide any warranties whatsoever and Buyer agrees to use the modified userassembled product at Buyer’s own risk.
Seller warrants it has title to the product delivered and may properly sell the same to Buyer and that such product will conform for use as intended and as
described. SELLER MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, CONCERNING THE PRODUCT OR ITS
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS THEREOF FOR ANY PURPOSE, OR ITS NON-INFRINGEMENTS. Seller shall not be liable for special, indirect,
consequential or punitive damages of any kind under this Agreement or otherwise, whether or not caused by its negligence, and assumes no risk whatsoever
as to the result of the use of Product either singly or in combination with other material. Buyer represents that it is familiar with the characteristics of Product
and assumes all responsibility and liability for and will indemnify and hold Seller harmless from any and all loss or injury to persons or property arising out of
handling, use or possession of Product delivered to it inc luding any Negligence and/ or Gross Negligence - Intention al Conduct allegati ons. IN THE EVENT
THAT THIS DISCLAIMER OF LIAB ILI TY IS HEL D BY A COURT OF COMPE TE NT JURI SDI CTI ON NOT TO AP PLY TO BUY ER, SELLER’S MAXIMUM
LIABILITY TO BUYER ON ANY CLAIM IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE SALE OR USE OF ANY OF THE PRODUCTS, WHETHER LIABILITY ARISES
IN CONTRACT, FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY, IN TORT OR OTHERWISE, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE PRODUCT’S INVOICE PRICE.
CLAIMS. Any claims by Buyer must be received by Seller in writing within 20 days of the date of delivery or non-delivery. Failure to deliver notice of claim to
Seller within such 20 day period will constitute a waiver Buyer of all claims in respect of such delivery or non-delivery.
MAXIMUM BLADE CUTTING DEPTH
Blade Diameter Depth-of-Cut Dust Director Model Number
7" 2" DD10
8" 2-1/2" DD10
9" 3" DD10
10" 3-1/4" DD10
12" 4-1/4" DD12
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES:
• FINGERS and HANDS MUST BE KEPT AWAY from BOTH CUTTING “EDGES” of the DIAMOND BLADE
• STAY ALERT, W AT CH WHAT YOU ARE DOING, AND USE COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING THE DUST DIRECTOR™
• A moment of inattention while operating the m ay result in serious personal injury
• DO NOT TOUCH THE “HOUSING” OF THE DUST DIRECTOR™
• Do not force the tool when cutting
• Use the right diamond blade for the application. For detailed information on using the right diamond blade with the Dust Director, see
• Please read and understand the information contained in these Operating Instructions.
below: USE THE CORRECT DIAMOND BLADE.
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CAUTION. Before any use, be sure that everyone using the Dust Director Saw reads and understands all the Operating and Safety instructions and all other
information contained in this manual. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND REVIEW THEM PRIOR TO EACH USE AND INSTRUCTION TO OTHERS. Do not
attempt to install, st art or operate the Dust Direc tor Saw until all the inst ruct ions have been read and understood by the operator.
Failure to do so could result in personal injury and/or property damage. No person should attempt to operate the Dust Director™ without first being trained in
the operation of industrial cutting tools. These instructions are not intended as a substitute for training and experience. Any user of the Dust Director™ should
be thoroughly familiar with safety rules and regulations of portable grinders and diamond blades before use of this tool.
There Is a Risk Assumed by Individuals W ho Use the Dust Director. To Minimize Risk You must Follow These Rules:
1. INSPECT EQUIPMENT DAI LY. Tighten all loose c onnec tions and replace worn parts immediately. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.
2. When using the Dust Director Saw, exercise care to avoid injury. Perform your “cutting” at a smooth, moderate pace: never perform jerky or
3. KEEP HANDS, FINGERS AND ALL BODY PARTS AWAY FROM BOTH CUTTING “EDGES”. DO NOT TOUCH THE Dust Director Saw’s
4. LEATHER WORK GLOVES REQUIRED. Hands become “sweaty”, leather work gloves help prevent your hands from accidental slippage into the
5. If unsure of the proper use of the Dust Director, call your local Dust Director distributor or ICS, Inc.
uncoordinated movements that may cause injury.
“HOUSING” while the BLADE IS MOVING. The spinning blade is extremely dangerous. It is your responsibility to observe all safeguards when
using the Dust Director Saw. A moment of inat tent ion while operating the Dust Direc tor Saw may result in serious personal injury.
spinning blade.
The Operator must Observe Safeguards That Include but Are Not Limited to the Following:
1. Under no circumstances may the Dust Director Saw be modified from its original design, with out the permission of Dustless, Inc. in writing.
2. CAUTION: KEEP YOUR HAND AND FINGERS AWAY FROM THE Dust Director Saw’s “HOUSING”. SERIOUS BODILY INJURY WILL RESULT
3. BEFORE CUTTING, always inspect areas for wires, cords, glass or other foreign objects which could come in contact with the blade.
4. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. All visitors should be kept at a safe distance from work area.
5. Never use diamond blades that exceed the grinder’s maximum blade diam eter rating. Never use diamond blades marked less than 6,000 RPM.
6. Never service the Dust Director Saw or change blades without first disconnecting the electrical power to the angle grinder.
7. Always inspect the installed blade for damage before use - Make sure the Dust Director and its blade are not damaged.
8. Always check to be sure that the Dust Director is fitted securely onto the angle grinder properly before each use.
9. Caution: Diamond Blade segments may break away from the blade itself
10. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASS ES, FULL-FACE SHIELDS, SAFETY SHOE S, LEAT HER WORK GLOVES, HEARING PROT ECT ION.
11. DRESS PROPERLY - Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts.
12. Select the proper blade for the material being cut. Be sure that the blade and equipm ent arrows are facing in the same “direction”.
13. Be sure that he diamond blade is correctly mounted and turns without wobbling. Never cut material for which the blade is not designed.
Non-authorized modifications can lead to serious injury or death to yourself or others.
SHOULD THE EXPOSED BLADE CONTACT / CUT YOU.
DIAMOND BLADE INSTALLATION. Before installing or changing a diamond blade, always remove the plug from the electrical supply outlet, check that the angle
grinder is turned “off’, and that the spindle has come to a halt. Follow angle grinder’s manufacturing directions for installing and changing blades.
PROPER CUTTING TECHNIQUE | HOLDING | USING | THE DUST DIRECTOR™. Hold the angle grinder towards the “back-end” of the grinder’s body with
your hand while your other hand holds the Dust Director™ by is loop handle.
CUTTING WITH THE DUST DIRECTOR™ (4 Steps).
1) Turn angle grinder and vacuum “on”. On a 45 degree angle, ease the Dust Director™ into the material being cut with
the base of the Dust Director’s barrel touching the work surface. Always keep the barrel’s “bas” shoe in close contact with
the work surface. See Picture, Right.
2) USE THE CORRECT DIAMOND BLADE. The “right” blade for the material being cut will enable you to completely “sink”
the blade into the material. If you find yourself making m ultiple passes in order to obtain proper depth or width - you are
using the wrong blade! Fine dustless cutting is made with (1) pass of the blade. Contact ICS for help in selecting the
right blade. 3/8" & 1/2" wide blades are available at ICS. Additionally, if you are experiencing a “bouncing” blade or
insufficient blade life, contact ICS for help in selecting the right blade for the material being cut. Beware of blade
“kickback”. Allow the blade to cut freely and do not force the blade to cut - there is no need too. Once again, contact ICS for help in selecting the right blade for
your application.
EXTRA-WIDE JOINT CUTTING. When cutting joints over 1/2" wide, multiple passes will have to be made. Effective dust free cutting will be obtained when your
second cut is 3/8" - 1/2" deeper than your first cut.
3) IMPORTANT: ONLY CUT “TOWARDS THE BARREL” of the DUST DIRECTOR. When the desired depth is achieved slowly move the angle grinder
“TOWARDS” the BARREL of the DUST DIRECTOR. Notice the directional “Arrow” on the Yellow Sticker. You are to ALWAYS cut INTO THE MATERIAL you
are cutting. This is the only direction acceptabl e for dustl ess cutt ing. Cutt ing away from the “barrel” will result in unsatis factory
dustless cutting. Refer to the above Step 2 for using the right blade for the application. See Picture, Right.
4) Guide the Dust Director by observing progress through the face plate on the Dust Director. IMPORTANT: ALWAYS WEAR EYE
AND LEATHER HAND PROTECTION WHEN USING THE DUST DIRECTOR.
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