Flextool Fdc-1m User manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

FLEXTOOL DUST COLLECTOR

FDC-1M, FDC-1A

Version 1.0 (November 2022)

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FLEXTOOL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FLEXTOOL DUST COLLECTOR FDC SERIES

CONTENTS

Introduction________________________________________________2

Application_________________________________________________2

Function___________________________________________________2

Hazards And Risks__________________________________________3

Operation__________________________________________________4

Care And Preventive Maintence_______________________________4

Cleaning And Storage_______________________________________4

Trouble Shooting___________________________________________4

Technical Data_____________________________________________5

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for your selection of Flextool equipment.

Flextool have specialised in the design and manufacture of quality

products since 1951.

We have taken care in the design, manufacture, and testing of this

product. Should service or spare parts be required, prompt and

efcient service is available from our extensive dealer network.

General Safety Instructions for the Operation of Power Equipment

The goal of Flextool is to produce power equipment that helps

the operator work safely and efciently. The most important safety

device for this or any tool is the operator. Care and good judgement

are the best protection against injury. All possible hazards cannot be

covered in this manual however we have tried to highlight some of

the important items, individuals should look for and obey Caution,

Warning and Danger signs placed on equipment, and displayed in

the workplace. Operators should read and follow safety instructions

packed with each product.

Learn how each machine works. Even if you have previously used

similar machines, carefully check out each machine before you use

it. Get the “feel” of it and know its capabilities, limitations, potential

hazards, how it operates, and how it stops.

APPLICATION

The Flextool FDC series of dust collectors have been specically

designed for the safe extraction and capture of concrete dust

particles emitted through the use of concrete grinding, cutting and

drilling equipment. These dust collectors are designed for use with

dry non-combustible dust and general construction debris, it is not

suitable for use for picking up liquids.

FUNCTION

The Flextool FDC series of dust collector operates from a standard

240 volt / 10amp power outlet. Prior to connecting the unit to the

power socket ensure a clear and safe working environment for opera-

tion free from hazards such as explosive gases, wet surface etc.

The machine is designed for vacuuming dry, non-combustible dust

with an explosion limit value of 0.1mg/m3.

The operation of the dust collector is controlled by two independent

switches which are positioned to the rear of the unit. Turning one

switch on allows operation with a single motor, turning both switches

on allows operation with two motors.

Dust-laden air is then sucked through the inlet valve at high speed

via the suction hose. The air is slowed down by the cyclone and

coarse dust particles are separated out, partly by centrifugal force

and partly by gravity. Separation is made when air and ner particles

pass through the dual lter system. The FDC-1A dust collector has

an automatic lter cleaning system with the FDC-1M model using

a manually operated system. On both models the separated dust

accumulates in the cyclone tank until the machine is switched off, it

then drops into the continuous bag system.

In some extreme cases the adhesive ability of the dust must be

broken manually. This can be done by gently tapping the side of the

tank.

The Flextool FDC series of dust collector are equipped with a

20m continuous bagging system for dust storage. The continuous

bagging system can be divided and sealed shut using zip ties that

are attached with the machine. Please ensure that the lter cleaning

process has been completed before changing the continuous bag

system.

FILTER CLEANING – FDC-1A model only

1. To activate the auto pulse lter cleaning system, turn on the

Filter cleaning switch (this switch can remain on during machine

operation)

2. The lter cleaning system will automatically switch between lters

as they ll with dust and their suction capacity reduces. The lter

cleaning process is occurring when the switch indicator light has

turned green.

If suction remains poor air lters may require replacement. Prior to

assessing lters ensure the unit is switched off at the power outlet

and power lead disconnected form the wall outlet.

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FILTER CLEANING – FDC-1M model only

1. Close the tank inlet using the shut off gate.

2. Turn on both motors and wait for 3 second.

3. After the machine has built up vacuum pressure, push down on

the lever at the top of the tank and hold for 3 seconds.

4. Repeat this process 5 times. (Note: It is important to let the

machine rebuild vacuum in between every repetition.

5. Turn off both motors and wait until the dust collector stops

completely.

If suction remains poor air lters may require replacement. Prior to

assessing lters ensure the unit is switched off at the power outlet

and power lead disconnected form the wall outlet.

HAZARDS AND RISKS

• NEVER allow any person to operate equipment without adequate

instructions.

• ENSURE all operators read, understand, and follow the operating

instructions.

• SERIOUS INJURY may result from improper or careless use of

this machine

Crystalline silica and silicosis

Flextool Dust Collectors are designed for the safe capture of ne

concrete dust particles including crystalline silica that is generated

in workplace processes such as crushing, cutting, drilling, grinding,

sawing or polishing of stone, concrete and other man-made

products that contain silica. Exposure to crystalline silica can be

extremely harmful to your health and cause a wide range of

respiratory illnesses.

Flextool recommends that all operators of equipment used in the

above listed activities familiarise themselves with the “Working with

silica and silica containing products” safety handbook available on

the Safe Work Australia website:

www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au

ELECTRICAL HAZARDS

• RISK OF FATAL OR SERIOUS INJURY FROM ELECTRICAL

SHOCK may arise through incorrect use, operating the

equipment where leads and other electrical components are

damaged or through ingress of moisture and water.

• ELECTRICAL HAZARDS may be high due to the careless use of

equipment and extension lead.

• INSPECT electrical leads, plugs and sockets regularly for

damage, if any damage is found isolate equipment and seek

immediate repair.

• DO NOT operate the equipment using coiled or tangled

extension leads.

• DO NOT operate the equipment where moisture or water is

present.

• ENSURE that repairs to the cables and plug electric are carried

out by QUALIFIED & LICENCED personnel.

• DO NOT pull or carry by cord, use cord as handle, close a door

on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners

• DO NOT clean or service machine when plugged in.

FIRE & EXPLOSION HAZARDS

• SERIOUS RISK OF EXPLOSION may arise when using the

machine where ammable or combustible liquids may be

present.

• PLACE cord away from heated surfaces.

• DO NOT use this machine to pick up burning or smoking

materials such as hot ashes and cigarettes.

ADDITIONAL HAZARDS

• ENSURE ground is rm and level to avoid the equipment from

tipping over.

• DO NOT use on wet surfaces this machine is for dry use only.

• TURN OFF all controls before unplugging.

• DO NOT use without dust bag and/or lters in place. Replace

collection system and/or lters as described in manual.

THERMAL PROTECTION

If the thermal protection system is activated, follow the steps below:

1. Turn off machine and unplug power cord from the outlet.

2. Inspect for full dust bag, vacuum hose clog or lter blockage.

3. Thermal protector might take up to 45 minutes to reset.

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SAFETY LABEL

Check all the details presented on the warning label at the front of

the dust collector. Ensure to replace label if it becomes damaged or

unreadable as failure to follow this label may result in electric shock,

injury, or re.

OPERATION

Before using the machine, ensure that the power & voltage

corresponds with the voltage shown on the machines rating plate.

• Check all the dust collector parts are assembled safely and

correctly.

• Check the tightness of the hose connection and hose lter.

• Ensure the continuous bag is zip tied.

• Put dust collector near working area and press down the lever to

lock the front wheels.

• Turn the switch ON to start operating.

Fitting a new collection bag:

• Release the belt holding the last bag.

• Remove the bag holder ring and slide new bag into place.

• Assemble the holder on to the machine and strap the opening

facing upwards with the belt.

• Pull down on the outside of the bag and tie off with a zip tie.

To operate the continuous bag:

• Assemble the continuous bag then turn on the machine.

• Turn off the machine, the dust will drop down to the bags.

• Use a nylon tie to seal the bag

• Cut the bag

CARE AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

• CAUTION: Prior to undertaking any maintenance ensure the

unit is switched off at the power outlet and the power lead is

disconnected form the wall outlet.

• Always use personal safety equipment while changing the lter –

always wear a dust mask.

Pre-lters

• Unlatch the clamps at the top of the tank and remove the top

assembly.

• FDC-1A model - Turn the used pre-lters counterclockwise to

loosen and gently place in a plastic bag to contain dust.

• FDC-1M model - Lift out the used pre-lter from the tank and

gently place it in a plastic bag to contain dust.

• Insert new lters, ret top assembly and latch clamps into

position

Note: While cleaning the Pre-lter take extra care. Do not use

compressed air or water.

HEPA lters

• Locate the lter caps at the rear of the dust collector and loosen

to the two retaining nuts.

• CAREFULLY lift the lter out and gently place in a plastic bag to

contain dust.

• Insert a new lter in reverse order.

Note: The HEPA lter is not designed to be cleaned and reused,

when lter has reached the end of it operating life it must be

replaced with a new lter.

CLEANING AND STORAGE

• ENSURE to switch off the machine and remove plug from outlet

prior to cleaning and servicing.

• AVOID cleaning the machine with a high-pressure cleaner, this

can damage lters and electronics.

• Wear proper personnel protective equipment while cleaning the

machine.

• All parts which are contaminated after service (ie lters) must be

correctly disposed of in plastic bags to contain dust particles

according to local disposal regulations.

Note: Please dispose the packaging material and used machine

components in an environmentally safe way according to local

disposal regulation.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Symptom Possible Problem Solution

Motor not

starting

No Power Plug in machine

Cable defective Replace cable

Switch defective Replace switch

Soft start defective Replace soft start module

Motor stops

immediately

after starting

Incorrect fuse Connect to correct fuse

Shortcut in cable/machine Send for repair

Motor runs

but there is

no suction

Hose not connected

correctly

Check hose connections

Hose clogged/blocked Clean hose

No dust collection bag Fit dust collection system

Motor runs

but poor

suction

Hole in hose Replace hose

Filter clogged Clean/Replace lter

Loose top cover Adjust

Defective gaskets Replace affected gaskets

Dust blown

from motor

Wrongly assembled or

damaged lter system

Adjust/Replace lters

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Model

Operating

Weight

kg (lb)

Voltage

V/Hz

Motor

Current

Air Flow

m3/h (ft3/h)

Vacuum

mbar

Pre Filter

Type

Filtration

Type

Filter

Cleaning

Dust

Collection

Dimensions

l x w x h

mm (in) Product Code

FDC-1M 48

(105)

240

50/60 2 x 1200 9.6 400

(1312.3) 240 Conical 2 x H-Class

H13

Jet-pulse

(manual)

Continuous

drop-down

bagging system

710 x 570 x 1300

(28 x 22.5 x 51.2) FT100462-UNIT

FDC-1A 53

(116.8)

240

50/60 2 x 1200 9.6 400

(1312.3) 240 2 x H-Class

H11

2 x H-Class

H13

Auto-pulsing

(automatic)

Continuous

drop-down

bagging system

710 x 570 x 1300

(28 x 22.5 x 51.2) FT100463-UNIT

TECHNICAL DATA

Parchem Construction Supplies Pty Ltd

1956 Dandenong Road, Clayton VIC 3168, Australia

Phone: 1300 353 986

flextool.com.au

ABN 80 069 961 968

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