Craftex CT126 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
CT126 Portable Dust Collector

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CT126 PORTABLE DUST COLLECTOR
INDEX
GeneralSafety Page3
Safety Rules for Dust Collectors Page 4
Grounding Instructions Page 5
Features Page 6
Assembly
Casters Page 7
Dust Collector Bag Page 7
Flexible Hose to Inlet Page 8
Dust Hood, Arm Assembly, & Flex Hose Page 8
On & Off Switch Page 9
Maintenance Page 9
Useful Notes Page 10
Parts List Page 11
Parts List Con’t. Page 12
Schematic Page 13
Warranty Page 14

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
EXTREME CAUTION SHOULD BE USED IN OPERATING ALL POWER TOOLS. KNOW YOUR POWER TOOL, BE
FAMILIAR WITH ITS OPERATION. READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL AND PRACTICE SAFE USAGE PROCEDURES
AT ALL TIMES.
CONNECT your machine ONLY to the matched and specified power source.
WEAR SAFETY GLASSES, RESPIRATORS, HEARING PROTECTION and SAFETY
SHOES when operating this machine.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewellery when operating machinery.
A Safe Environment is important. Keep the area free of dust, dirt and other debris in the
immediate vicinity of the machine.
BE ALERT! Do Not Use prescription or other drugs that may affect your ability or judgement to
safely use this machine.
DISCONNECT the power source when making other adjustments or repairs.
NEVER leave an operating tool unattended.
ALWAYS keep all safety guards in place and ensure their proper function.
ALWAYS make sure that any tools used for adjustments are removed before operating the
machine.
ALWAYS keep bystanders safely away while operating machinery.
THINK SAFETY. WORK SAFELY. Never attempt a procedure if it does not feel safe or
comfortable.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR DUST COLLECTORS
WARNING: Basic precautions should always be followed when using your dust
collector. To reduce the risk of injury, electrical shock or fire, comply with the
safety rules listed below.
1. READ and understand the instruction manual before operating the dust
collector.
2. DO NOT leave the dust collector plugged into the electrical outlet. Unplug
dust collector form outlet when not in use and before servicing, changing
bags, unclogging and cleaning.
3. ALWAYS turn the power switch OFF before unplugging the dust collector.
4. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not use outdoors or on
wet surfaces. Use for dry pickup only.
5. FOLLOW all electrical and safety codes, including the National Electric Code
and the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations. Qualified personnel
should make all electrical connections and wiring only.
6. DO NOT use the dust collector to pick up flammable or combustible liquids,
such as gasoline. Never use the duct collector near any flame or combustible
liquids.
7. USE the dust collector to pickup wood materials only. Do not use to pick up
metal shavings, dust water, or parts.
8. NEVER use to dissipate fumes or smoke. Never pick- up anything that is
burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
9. USE only as described in this manual.
10.DO NOT pull the dust collector by the power cord. Do not allow the cord to
come in contact with oil, grease or hot surfaces.
11. DO NOT handle the plug or the dust collector with wet hands.
12. REPLACE damaged cords immediately. Do not use a damaged cord or plug.
Never use if dust collector is not operating properly, been left outdoors or
come in contact with water.
13. DO NOT insert fingers or foreign objects into the dust intake ports.
14. DO NOT use the dust collector without a filter bag and dust collection bag in
place and properly secured.
15.ALWAYS cover exposed dust intake ports. Unused dust intake ports must be
capped.
16. NEVER operate collector with damaged bags or hose.
17. The dust collector is designed for home use or light commercial duty only.
18. CONNECT dust collector to properly grounded outlet only. REFER to
Grounding Instructions.

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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded, if it should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the
risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having equipment-
ground conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all
local codes and ordinances.
WARNING – Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can
result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service
person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not
modify the plug provided with the appliance – if it will not fit the outlet have a
proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
For grounded, cord – connected appliances:
This appliance is for use on a circuit having a normal rating more than 120volt
and is factory – equipped with a specific electric cord and plug to permit
connection to a proper electric circuit. Make sure that the appliance is connected
to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No adapter should be
used with this appliance. If the appliance must be reconnected for use on a
different circuit, qualified service personnel should make the reconnection.
For permanently connected appliance:
This appliance must be connected to a ground metal, permanent wiring system;
or an equipment – grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors
and connected to the equipment grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.

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CT126 Portable Dust Collector
Features
As part of the growing line of Craftex woodworking equipment, we are proud to
offer the CT126 Portable Dust Collector. The Craftex name guarantees Craft
Excellence. By following the instructions and procedures laid out in this owner’s
manual, you will receive years of excellent service and satisfaction. The CT126 is
a professional tool and like all power tools, proper care and safety procedures
should be adhered to.
Motor: 1 HP, 110 volt, 7.4 amps.
Sound Rating: 55 – 65 db
Safety Power Switch with removable key.
Balanced steel impeller.
Impeller size: 9”.
Static Pressure: 8”.
Air suction capacity: 600 CFM.
Intakes: 1 @ 4”.
Mobile base for ease of movement.
May be installed without casters for stationary use.
Weight: 26 kg.

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CT126 Portable Dust Collector
Assembly
Installing Wheel Casters
To install the four wheel casters (1) to
the underside of the base (2) follow
these instructions.
A. Line up the wheel caster mounting
holes with the corresponding holes
in the base.
B. Insert pan head screws and spring
washers through the top of the
base and secure with hex nuts
under the base. Repeat these
steps for the other 3 wheel casters.
Fig. 1
Attaching Dust Collector Bag
Attach the collector bag (1) to outlet
(2) with dust bag clamp (4), fix into
place by tightening screw (3) on
dust bag clamp.
Fig. 2
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Fig. 2

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CT126 Portable Dust Collector
Assembly
Assemble The Flexible Hose to Inlet
Place hose clamp (2) over hose (1) and
slide hose over the inlet. Fix hose to inlet
by tightening hose clamp screw (3).
Fig. 3
Dust Hood, Arm Assembly and Flex Hose
A. Assemble dust hood (1) to “L” bracket (2)
using 2-carriage bolts (3) and 2 hex nuts
(4).
B. Assemble dust hood and “L” bracket to the
arm bracket (5) and fix together using lock
handle (6).
C. Insert arm bracket (5) into the
corresponding end of the arm support (8)
and lock into place using the arm support
clamp (7).
D. Inset the other end of the arm support into
the bracket welded to the dust collector
impeller housing. Lock into place using the
second arm support clamp.
E. Place hose clamp (10) over hose (9) and
slide hose over the dust hood (1). Fix hose
to dust hood by tightening hose clamp
fixing screw.
Fig. 4
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Fi
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CT126 Portable Dust Collector
Assembly
Dust Collector On & Off
A. To turn dust collector on or off flip
the switch (1) to the desired
position.
B. There is a removable safety key (2)
in the tip of the switch that can be
removed when in the off position.
When the key is removed the dust
collector cannot be used.
Fig. 5
Fig. 5
Maintenance
Motor
Excessive dust in the motor could cause overheating. Every effort should be made to
prevent foreign material from entering the motor. When operated under conditions
likely to permit accumulation of dust and dirt within the motor, a visual inspection
should be made at frequent intervals. Accumulations of dry dust can usually be blown
out. Use a low-pressure air hose.
Caution: When performing the maintenance operation you should always wear safety
goggles and a dust mask. If the power cord becomes worn or frayed do not use the
dust collector.
Note: Before connecting power cord to power source make sure that the switch is in
the off position.

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Useful Notes
Wood dust can be very dangerous is one is exposed to it very often. As dust
collection had gained popularity over the years, so has consumer knowledge
about this concern, but it is always good to know just how dangerous wood dust
can be if overexposure and or unsafe woodworking practice takes place.
Health Risk and Hazards that can be caused by exposure to wood dust include
the following:
Asthma
Eye Irritation
Hypersensitivity
Skin Irritation
Dermatitis
Suberosis
Acute Airway Obstructions
Chronic Bronchitis
Granulomatous Pneumonitis
Nasal Cancer
Formulas
Velocity (FPM) = Volume (CFM) / Cross Sectional Area (ft.2)
Volume (CFM) = Velocity (FPM) x Cross Sectional Area (ft.2)
Cross Sectional Area (ft.2)= Volume (CFM) / Velocity (FPM)
Circle Area = 3.142 x Radius2
Diameter = 2 x Radius