SuperMax 821200 Owner's Manual

Owner’s Manual

1-1/2 HP Dust Collector

Model 821200

Operating Your

1-1/2 HP Dust

Collector

To the new SuperMax owner:

SuperMax takes pride in our products and
stands behind them with continuing service
and support for our customers. Your
SuperMax Dust Collector was designed to
bring a new dimension of productivity to
your shop with air filtration.

This dust collector is covered with a
warranty and your dealer can answer any
questions you may have. Additionally, we
will always be here to offer support, service
information, and product supplies and
services.

Before using your dust collector for the first

Write your model and machine number in
this manual for any questions or ordering
information:

CONTACT INFORMATION FOR SUPERMAX

SuperMax Tools

1275 Corporate Center Drive
St. Paul, MN 55121

Phone: [phone]
Toll Free: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

[e-mail]
www.supermaxtools.com

time, learn how to use it. This manual
covers a step-by-step process of assembly
and machine operation. If you have any
questions, this manual will provide answers
and you can also refer to our website or
customer service for any updates or further
details.

SuperMax Team

IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION

Model # 821200
Serial # _____________________________
Purchase Date _______________________
Dealer Info __________________________
____________________________________
____________________________________

WARRANTY

The SuperMax 1-1/2 HP Dust Collector
comes with a three-year limited warranty.
We will provide replacement parts if found
to be defective materially or in
workmanship. Full warranty on page 19.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..............3

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY GUIDELINES-DEFINITIONS

ASSEMBLY ....................................................13

SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS ...............3

GENERAL SAFETY RULES ............................... 5

ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES ............7

FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION ..........................11

CARTON CONTENTS ......................................12

OPERATION ..................................................17

TROUBLESHOOTING .....................................18

MAINTENANCE.............................................18

SERVICE ........................................................19

WARRANTY….................................................19

Read and understand all warnings and operation instructions before using any tool
or equipment. Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of personal injury.
Improper operation, maintenance or modification of tools or equipment could result in serious
injury and property damage. There are certain applications for which tools and equipment are
designed. This product should NOT be modified and/or used for any application other than for
which it was designed.
If you have any questions relative to its application DO NOT use the product until you have
written to us and we have advised you. Contact us online at www.supermaxtools.com or by
mail at 1275 Corporate Center Drive, St. Paul, MN 55121. Information regarding the safe and
proper operation of this tool is available from the following sources:

• Power Tool Institute, 1300 Sumner Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115-2851 or online at

www.powertoolinstitute.com

• National Safety Council, 1121 Spring Lake Drive, Itasca, IL 60143-3201

• American National Standards Institute, 25 West 43rd St, 4 floor, New York, NY 10036

www.ansi.org - ANSI 01.1

Safety Requirements for Woodworking Machines

• U.S. Department of Labor regulations www.osha.gov

It is important for you to read and understand this manual. The information it contains relates
to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING PROBLEMS. The symbols below are used to help
you recognize this information.

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in

death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in

death or serious injury.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in

minor or moderate injury.

Used without the safety alert symbol indicates potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

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CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, and grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

• Lead from lead-based paints,

• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and

• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber (CCA).
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To
reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well-ventilated area, and work with
approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles.

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GENERAL SAFETY RULES

Failure to follow these rules may result in serious personal injury.

1. FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ THE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING
THE MACHINE. Learning the machine’s
application, limitations, and specific hazards
will greatly minimize the possibility of
accidents and injury.

2. WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GLASSES. Everyday
eyeglasses are NOT safety glasses. USE
CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT. Eye protection
equipment should comply with ANSI Z87.1
standards. Hearing equipment should comply
with ANSI S3.19 standards.

3. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose
clothing, gloves, neckties, rings, bracelets, or
other jewelry which may get caught in moving
parts. Nonslip protective footwear is

A guard or any other part that is damaged
should be properly repaired or replaced with
SuperMax Tools or factory authorized
replacement parts. Damaged parts can cause
further damage to the machine and/or injury.

7. KEEP THE WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered
areas and benches invite accidents.

8. KEEP CHILDREN AND VISITORS AWAY. Your
shop is a potentially dangerous environment.
Children and visitors can be injured.

9. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL
STARTING.
Make sure that the switch is in the “OFF”
position before plugging in the power cord. In
the event of a power failure, move the switch
to the “OFF” position. An accidental start-up

can cause injury. Do not touch the plug’s
recommended. Wear protective hair covering
to contain long hair.

4. DO NOT USE THE MACHINE IN A
DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. The use of
power tools in damp or wet locations or in
rain can cause shock or electrocution. Keep
your work area well-lit to prevent tripping or
placing arms, hands, and fingers in danger.

5. MAINTAIN ALL TOOLS AND MACHINES IN
PEAK CONDITION. Keep tools clean for best
and safest performance. Follow instructions
for changing accessories. Poorly maintained
tools and machines can further damage the
tool or machine and/or cause injury.

6. CHECK FOR DAMAGED PARTS. Before using
the machine, check for any damaged parts.
Check for alignment of moving parts, binding

metal prongs when unplugging or plugging in

the cord.

10. USE THE GUARDS. Check to see that all

guards are in place, secured, and working

correctly to prevent injury.

11. USE THE RIGHT MACHINE. Don’t force a

machine or an attachment to do a job for

which it was not designed. Damage to the

machine and/or injury may result.

12. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. The

use of accessories and attachments not

recommended by us may cause damage to

the machine or injury to the user.

13. USE THE PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make

sure your extension cord is in good condition.

When using an extension cord, be sure to use

one heavy enough to carry the current your
of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other conditions that may affect its operation.

product will draw. An undersized cord will

cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of

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power and overheating. See the Extension

AIRBORNE PARTICLES, INCLUDING WOOD
Cord Chart for the correct size depending on
the cord length and nameplate ampere rating.
If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The
smaller the gauge number, the heavier the
cord.

14. DON’T OVERREACH. Loss of balance can
make you fall into a working machine, causing
injury.

15. NEVER STAND ON THE MACHINE. Injury
could occur if the tool tips.

16. NEVER LEAVE THE MACHINE RUNNING
UNATTENDED.
TURN THE POWER OFF. Don’t leave the
machine until it comes to a complete stop. A
child or visitor could be injured.

17. TURN THE MACHINE “OFF”, AND
DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE

DUST, CRYSTALLINE SILICA DUST AND

ASBESTOS DUST. Direct particles away from

face and body. Always operate tool in well

ventilated area and provide for proper dust

removal. Exposure to the dust may cause

serious and permanent respiratory or other

injury, including silicosis (a serious lung

disease), cancer, and death. Avoid breathing

the dust, and avoid prolonged contact with

dust. Allowing dust to get into your mouth or

eyes, or lay on your skin may promote

absorption of harmful material. Always use

properly fitting NIOSH/OSHA approved

respiratory protection appropriate for the

dust exposure, and wash exposed areas with

soap and water.

POWER SOURCE before installing or
removing accessories, changing cutters,
adjusting or changing set-ups. When making
repairs, be sure to lock the start switch in the
“OFF” position. An accidental start-up can
cause injury.

18. MAKE YOUR WORKSHOP
CHILDPROOF WITH PADLOCKS, MASTER
SWITCHES, OR BY REMOVING STARTER KEYS.
The accidental start-up of a machine by a child
or visitor could cause injury.

19. STAY ALERT, WATCH WHAT YOU ARE
DOING, AND USE COMMON SENSE. DO NOT
USE THE MACHINE WHEN YOU ARE TIRED OR
UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF DRUGS, ALCOHOL,
OR MEDICATION. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in
injury.

20. USE OF THIS TOOL CAN
GENERATE AND DISBURSE DUST OR OTHER

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