Craftex CX series User manual

MODEL CX427
Portable Cyclone Separator
Version 1

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Technical Specifications ......................................................................................... 3
Assembly Instructions ............................................................................................. 5
Operation ................................................................................................................ 7
Cyclone Separator Parts Diagram........................................................................... 9
Warranty..................................................................................................................11

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Technical Specifications CX427:
Drum Capacity…………………………………… 118L
Collection bag size…………...…19.68” x 33.46”
Inlet size…………………………………………….……5”
Inlet adaptor……...........................1x5”- 2x4”
Outlet size…………………………………………….…5”
Outlet adaptor……………………………….….5”- 4”
Weight……………………………………………….24 Kg
Gross Weight………..…………………………26.5 kg
Overall size……….…….……….…….31”X20”X61”
Packing size………………..………22” X 22” X 40”
Introduction:
The Craftex Portable Cyclone Separator
creates a cyclone of incoming air that
effectively separates heavy wood chips as
well as larger dust particles, helping to
increase the efficiency of your single stage
dust collection system. This will also result
in less suction loss from dirty or clogged
filters.
Site Consideration:
Figure 1
Figure 2
Assembly
The cyclone separator is not pre-assembled.
After unpacking, the machine must be
assembled. Transport the interceptor in its
packing crate to a place near its final
installation site before unpacking it. If the
packaging shows signs of possible transport
damage, take the necessary precautions not
to damage the machine when unpacking. If
any damage is discovered, the carrier
and/or shipper must be notified upon
receipt of this fact immediately to establish
any claim which might arise.
Unpacking:
The following is a list of items shipped with
your machine. Before beginning setup, lay
these items out and inventory them.

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Figure 2
A. Collection drum
B. Vacuum ring
C. Collection drum lid
D. Collection bag
E. Cyclone funnel
F. Drum caster
G. Vacuum hose
H. Vacuum hose clamp
I. Drum handle
J. End cap
K. Intake barrel
L. Band clamp
M. Outlet adaptor
N. Inlet adaptor
O. Rubber gasket
Note:
If you cannot find an item on this list, carefully check around/inside the machine and packaging
materials. Often, these items get lost in packaging materials while unpacking or they are pre-installed at
the factory.

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Assembly Instructions:
The cyclone separator must be fully
assembled before it can be operated.
Before beginning the assembly process,
gather all listed items. To ensure the
assembly process goes smoothly, first clean
any parts that are covered or coated in
heavy-duty rust preventative (if applicable).
1. Install the four drum casters with M10
nut on the bottom of the dust collection
drum as shown in figure 3.
Figure 3
2. Install the drum handle on the collection
drum with M8X20 bolt, flat washer 8
and M8 self-locking nut. (See figure 4)
3. Place vacuum ring inside collection
drum with smaller side of ring facing
down. (See figure 4)
4. Put the dust collection bag in the
collection drum. (See figure 4)
Figure 4
5. Add the rubber gasket between the
cyclone funnel and the drum lid, fasten
the three parts with M6X15 screws, flat
washer and M6 nut. (See figure 5)
6. Set funnel and lid on collection drum
and secure with latches. (See figure 5)
Figure 5

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7. Place intake barrel on top of cyclone
funnel, then apply band clamp on the
cyclone funnel and intake barrel's lips to
tighten and secure both. (See figure 6)
8. Install inlet adapter on dust port and
secure with M5X8 screw. Then fit the lid
on the adaptor. (See figure 6)
9. Install outlet adapter on intake barrel.
(See figure 6)
Figure 6
10. Place hose clamps over ends of vacuum
hose, then attach one end of vacuum
hose to intake barrel and other end to
collection drum. Tighten clamps to
secure hose. (See figure 7)
Figure 7
Understanding Your CX427 Cyclone
Separator:
CX427 is a stand-alone, unpowered, cyclone
separator. It is designed to be used with a
standard dust collector to provide the
airflow. Using this separator, you can create
a wood dust and chip collection system
which handles both more efficiently. This
cyclone separator creates a vortex of
incoming air that extracts heavy wood chips
and large dust particles, and then drops
them into the collection drum only allowing
the fine particulate to reach the dust
collector. This is helpful so that the wood
chips will not clog the intake of your dust
collector and will be separately gathered in
the drum. You can either use this unit to
upgrade your current workshop dust
collection system (with the typical bag or

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canister filter) or place this unit next to a
jointer or thickness planer to intercept and
collect the wood chips and other large dust
particles. (See figure 8)
Figure 8
A. Inlet adaptor 1xФ125mm-2xФ100mm
B. Outlet adaptor Ф125mm-Ф100mm
C. Cyclone funnel
D. Dust collection drum
E. Drum window
F. Drum caster
Operation
Connecting your cyclone separator to your
dust collector you will need to run a dust
hose from dust collector inlet to the cyclone
separators outlet. Then run a dust hose
from inlet to machine dust port. Secure
both hoses in place with hose clamps.
Minimum air flow of 471CFM required.
Warning!
If you are not experienced with this type of
machine, WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND that
you seek additional training outside of this
manual. Read books/magazines or get
formal training before beginning any
projects. (See figure 9)
Figure 9

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Maintenance
Dispose the collection drum bag when 3⁄4
full, as seen in the drum window.
IMPORTANT:
To contain wood dust and minimize risk of
exposure, firmly tie bag closed. If bag gets
overfilled, dust will be sucked into the
intake barrel and passed through to the
dust collector filter. Check the drum
window regularly to prevent excessive dust
buildup in collection drum.

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CX427 Cyclone Separator Parts Diagram
CX427 Cyclone Separator

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KEY ITEM DESCRIPTION QTY
1 PCX42701 OUTLET ADAPTOR 1
2 PCX42702 INTAKE BARREL 1
3 PCX42703 SCREW - M5-0.8 X 8 1
4 PCX42704 INLET APAPTOR CAP 1
5 PCX42705 INLET ADAPTOR 1
6 PCX42706 BAND CLAMP 1
7 PCX42707 CYCLONE FUNNEL 1
8 PCX42708 SCREW M6-1.0 X 15 6
9 PCX42709 WASHER - FLAT M6 6
10 PCX42710 DRUM LID 1
11 PCX42711 WASHER - FLAT M6 6
12 PCX42712 NUT - HEX M8-1.25 6
13 PCX42713 DRUM BAG 1
14 PCX42714 VACUUM RING 1
15 PCX42715 SCREW - M4-0.7 X 12 8
16 PCX42716 RUBBER GASKET 1
17 PCX42717 DRUM WINDOW 1
18 PCX42718 WASHER - FLAT M4 8
19 PCX42719 NUT - HEX M4-0.7 8
20 PCX42720 SCREW - M8-1.25 X 20 2
21 PCX42721 NUT - HEX M10-1.5 3
22 PCX42722 DRUM CASTER 3
23 PCX42723 HOSE CLAMP 2
24 PCX42724 VACUUM HOSE 1
25 PCX42725 NUT - NYLOCK M8-1.25 2
26 PCX42726 WASHER - FLAT M8 2
27 PCX42727 DRUM HANDLE 1
28 PCX42728 DUST COLLECTION DRUM 1
29 PCX42729 HEX WRENCH M4 1
30 PCX42730 HEX WRENCH M5 1
31 PCX42731 HEX WRENCH M6 1
32 PCX42732 RUBBER GASKET 1

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Craftex Machinery Warranty
Busy Bee Tools warrants every Craftex machine to be free from defects in materials and agrees to correct
such defects where applicable. This warranty covers two years for Craftex machines and three years for
Craftex CX-Series Machines and 90 days for labour (unless specified otherwise), to the original purchaser
from the date of purchase but does not apply to malfunctions arising directly or indirectly from misuse,
abuse, improper installation or assembly, negligence, accidents, repairs or alterations or lack of maintenance.
Proof of purchase is necessary.
All warranty claims are subject to inspection of such products or part thereof and Busy Bee Tools reserves the
right to inspect and and all itemsbefore a refund or replacement may be issued. A Machinery Return Form
must be filled out by the original purchaser requesting a return. Authorization may take up to 72 hours for
inspection and approval.
This warranty shall not apply to consumable products such as blades, bits, belts, cutters, chisels, punches
etc…
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property or for incidental contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.
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Craftex is a brand of equipment that is exclusive to Busy Bee Tools.
For replacement parts directly from Busy Bee Tools, for this machine, please call 1-800-461-BUSY (2879), and
have your credit card and part number handy. You can find the part number in the back of your owners
manual under the parts list & exploded diagram.
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without our prior authorization has carried out repairs to the item.
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