General tools BT8010 Setup & Operation Manual
BT8010 man v.1410281
Model#
SETUP & OPERATION MANUAL
Dust Collector
BT8010
FEATURES
● Heavy duty steel mobile
base and frame with
PVC wheels & hose
● Transparent collection
bag allows view of dust
accumulation
● Cloth upper lter bag
● Includes exible dust
extraction hose
SPECIFICATIONS
● 120 V ~ 60 Hz 550 W
motor
● Speed: 3450 rpm
● Inlet diameter:
4 in. (100 mm)
● Capacity: 677 cfm (1150
m
3
/h)
● Dust extraction hose:
78-3/4 in. (2 m)
● ETL certication
● Net weight:
55 lb. (25 kg)
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THANK YOU
for choosing this General International model
BT8010. This dust collector has been carefully
tested and inspected before shipment and if
properly used and maintained, will provide
you with years of reliable service. To ensure
optimum performance and trouble-free
operation, and to get the most from your
investment, please take the time to read this
manual before assembling, installing and
operating the unit.
The manual’s purpose is to familiarize you
with the safe operation, basic function, and
features of this dust collector as well as
the set-up, maintenance and identication
of its parts and components. This manual
is not intended as a substitute for formal
woodworking instruction, nor to offer the user
instruction in the craft of woodworking. If you
are not sure about the safety of performing a
certain operation or procedure, do not proceed
until you can conrm, from knowledgeable and
qualied sources, that it is safe to do so.
Once you’ve read through these instructions,
keep this manual handy for future reference.
GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL
WARRANTY
All component parts of General® International
products are carefully inspected during
all stages of production and each unit is
thoroughly inspected upon completion of
assembly.
2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
All products are warranted for a period of 2
years (24 months) from the date of purchase.
General® International agrees to repair or
replace any part or component which upon
examination, proves to be defective in either
workmanship or material to the original
purchaser during this 2-year warranty period,
subject to the “conditions and exceptions” as
listed below. Repairs made without the written
consent of General International will void the
warranty.
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DISCLAIMER:
The information and specications in this
manual pertain to the unit as it was supplied
from the factory at the time of printing.
Because we are committed to making
constant improvements, General International
reserves the right to make changes to
components, parts or features of this unit as
deemed necessary, without prior notice and
without obligation to install any such changes
on previously delivered units. Reasonable
care is taken at the factory to ensure that the
specications and information in this manual
corresponds with that of the unit with which
it was supplied. However, special orders and
“after factory” modications may render some
or all information in this manual inapplicable to
your machine. Further, as several generations
of this model of dust collector and several
versions of this manual may be in circulation,
if you own an earlier or later version of this
unit, this manual may not depict your machine
exactly. If you have any doubts or questions
contact your retailer or our support line with
the model and serial number of your unit for
clarication.
TO FILE A CLAIM
To le a claim under our Dust collectorard
2-year Limited Warranty, all defective parts,
components or machinery must be returned
freight or postage prepaid to General®
International, or to a nearby distributor,
repair center or other location designated by
General® International.
For further details call our service department
toll-free at 1-888-949-1161.
Along with the return of the product being
claimed for warranty, a copy of the original
proof of purchase and a “letter of claim” must
be included (a warranty claim form can also
be used and can be obtained, upon request,
from General® International or an authorized
distributor) clearly stating the model and serial
number of the unit (if applicable) and including
an explanation of the complaint or presumed
defect in material or workmanship.
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CONDITIONS AND EXCEPTIONS:
This coverage is extended to the original
purchaser only. Prior warranty registration
is not required but documented proof of
purchase i.e. a copy of original sales invoice
or receipt showing the date and location of the
purchase as well as the purchase price paid,
must be provided at the time of claim.
Warranty does not include failures, breakage
or defects deemed after inspection by
General® International to have been
directly or indirectly caused by or resulting
from; improper use, or lack of or improper
maintenance, misuse or abuse, negligence,
accidents, damage in handling or transport,
or normal wear and tear of any generally
considered consumable parts or components.
Repairs made without the written consent of
General® International will void all warranty.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
● Important safety instructions p.5
● Dust collector-specic safety instructions
p.6
● Package contents p.7
● Assembly instructions p.8
● Attaching the saw mount brackets
to the dust collector p.8
● Attaching the wheels to the dust collector
p.9
● Attaching the saw mount brackets
to the saw p.9
● Mounting non-dust collectorard miter saws
p.9
● Set-up / knock down procedures p.11
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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL instructions before using this
product. We strongly recommend that this
tool not be modied and/or used for any
application other than that for which it was
designed. If you have any questions relative
to its application, do not use the equipment
until you have consulted us and we have
advised you.
1. DO NOT OPERATE THE dust collector
when tired, distract ed, or under the effects
of drugs, alcohol or any medication that
impairs reexes or alertness.
2. THE WORKING AREA SHOULD be well lit,
clean and free of debris.
3. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS at a
safe distance when the dust collector is in
operation; do not permit them to operate
the dust collector.
4. CHILDPROOF AND TAMPER PROOF your
shop and all machinery with locks, master
electrical switches and switch keys, to
prevent unauthorized or unsupervised use.
5. STAY ALERT! GIVE YOUR work your
undivided attention. Even a momentary
distraction can lead to serious injury.
6. FINE PARTICULATE DUST IS a
carcinogen that can be hazardous to
health. Work in a well-ventilated area and
wear face, eye, ear, respiratory and body
protection devices.
7. DO NOT WEAR LOOSE clothing, gloves,
bracelets, necklaces or other jewelry while
the dust collector is in operation. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair
and wear non-slip footwear.
8. DO NOT INSERT HANDS, ngers or any
foreign objects into ventilation inlet and
outlet openings.
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9. DO NOT OPERATE THIS machine without
either a lter bag properly installed on the
unit.
10. CLEAN THE FILTER BAGS on a regular
basis and replace as needed.
11. DO NOT HANDLE THE electrical plug with
wet hands.
12. DO NOT USE THIS unit outdoors, on or
near wet surfaces.
13. ALWAYS TURN ON THE dust collector
before starting the dust producing machine.
Always turn off the dust producing machine
before turning off the dust collector.
14. DO NOT VACUUM ANYTHING that is
burning, smoking or smoldering such as
cigarettes,matches or hot ashes.
15. DO NOT VACUUM OR use this dust
collector near ammable or combustible
liquids, gases, gasoline or other fuels,
lighter uid, cleaners, oil or solvent based
paints, natural gas, hydrogen or explosive
dusts like coal dust,magnesium dust, grain
dust or gun powder.
16. DO NOT OPERATE THE unit until a dust
hose is installed onto the hose inlet.
17. NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE
unattended while it is running or with the
power on.
18. TO AVOID HEALTH HAZARDS from
vapors or dusts, do not vacuum toxic
material.
19. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES. Use of accessories
NOT recommended by GENERAL
®
INTERNATIONAL may result in a risk of
injury or damage to the machine.
20. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE UNIT
from the power source before servicing,
performing any maintenance or repairs,
when changing bags or hoses, or if the
machine will be left unattended.
21. MAKE SURE THAT THE switch is in
the“OFF”position before plugging in the
power cord.
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22. MAKE SURE THE TOOL is properly
grounded. If equipped with a 3-prong
plug, it should be used with a threepole
receptacle. Never remove the third prong.
23. DO NOT USE THIS dust collector for
any purpose other than its intended use.
If used for other purposes,GENERAL
®
INTERNATIONAL disclaims any real or
implied warranty and holds itself harmless
for any injury,which may result from that
use.
24. IMPORTANT NOTICE: SOUND LEVEL-
the sound level of this machine is rated
at approximately 80 dB during operation.
Make sure that adequate hearing
protection is used and that the overall
sound level within the working environment
is taken into consideration.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
1. BEFORE CONNECTING THE MACHINE
to the power source, verify that the voltage
of your power supply corresponds with
the voltage specied on the motor I.D.
nameplate. A power source with greater
voltage than needed can result in serious
injury to the user as well as damage to the
machine. If in doubt, contact a qualied
electrician before connecting to the power
source.
2. THIS TOOL IS FOR indoor use only. Do
not expose to rain or use in wet or damp
locations.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
In the event of an electrical malfunction or
short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of
electric shock. The motor of this machine is
wired for 120 V single phase operation and
is equipped with a 3-conductor cord and a
3-prong grounding plug to t a grounded type
receptacle B. Do not remove the 3rd prong
(grounding pin) to make it t into an old 2-hole
wall socket or extension cord. If an adaptor
plug is used C, it must be attached to the
metal screw of the receptacle.
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NOTE: The use of an adaptor plug is illegal
in some areas, including Canada. Check
your local codes. If you have any doubts
or if the supplied plug does not correspond
to your electrical outlet, consult a qualied
electrician before proceeding.
CIRCUIT CAPACITY
Make sure that the wires in your circuit are
capable of handling the amperage draw from
your machine, as well as any other machines
that could be operating on the same circuit. If
you are unsure, consult a qualied electrician.
If the circuit breaker trips or the fuse blows
regularly, your machine may be operating on
a circuit that is close to its amperage draw
capacity. However, if an unusual amperage
draw does not exist and a power failure still
occurs, contact a qualied technician or our
service department.
EXTENSION CORDS
If you nd it necessary to use an extension
cord with your machine, use only 3-wire
extension cords that have 3-prong grounding
plug and a matching 3-pole receptacle that
accepts the tool’s plug. Repair or replace a
damaged extension cord or plug immediately.
Make sure the cord rating is suitable for the
amperage listed on the motor I.D. plate.
An undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating. The accompanying chart shows
the correct size extension cord to be used
based on cord length and motor I.D. plate amp
rating.
Amp
Rating
Total Extension Cord Length
Feet Meters Feet Meters Feet Meters Feet Meters
25 8 50 15 100 30 125 40
3-10 18 ga. 16 ga. 14 ga. 14 ga.
10.1 - 12 16 ga. 16 ga. 14 ga. 14 ga.
12.1 - 16 14 ga. 12 ga. Not Recommended
Use only UL or CSA approved extension cords
If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
smaller the number, the heavier the gauge.
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WARNING! The warnings, cautions, and
instructions detailed in this manual cannot
cover all possible conditions and situations
that occur. It must be understood by the
operator that COMMON SENSE AND
CAUTION ARE FACTORS that cannot
be built into this product, but MUST BE
SUPPLIED BY THE OPERATOR.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Carefully remove the contents of the carton.
Check that all the items listed below are there
and undamaged (g.1 & 2).
NOTE: please let your local General
International distributor know immediately
about any missing or damaged items.
A Filter bag support
B Filter bag
C Belt clamp (1 of 2)
D Impeller / separator assembly
E Belt clamp (1 of 2)
F Dust collection bag
G Base
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H Cross brace
I Hose tting
J Hose clamp (2)
K Hose
L Vertical support (2)
M Short carriage bolts (4)
N Nuts (8)
O Long carriage bolts (4)
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FUNCTIONAL
DESCRIPTION
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