Mullet Dust Cyclone M5 User manual

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Your 12-Step Dust Recovery Program
The Mullet™ M5 Dust Cyclone Collection
M5 Cyclonopedia / Owners Guide
™

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Messes come in all shapes and sizes, and the Mullet M5 Dust
Cyclone Collection helps dispose of virtually all of them. But that
doesn’t mean you should use it in all situations.
Be sure to read and follow all safety instructions below and that of
your vacuum before getting started.
- Don’t vacuum anything that is hot, burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
- Never vacuum explosive liquids (e.g., gasoline, paint thinner, etc.),
acids or solvents, or operate in areas where ammable or explosive
liquids are present.
- Don’t vacuum combustible explosive materials, such as coal, grain,
or other nely divided combustible material.
- To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty dump bin after each use.
- Don’t vacuum hazardous, toxic or carcinogenic materials, such as
asbestos or pesticides.
- Observe all warnings and safety instructions from your vacuum,
including disconnecting the power source before servicing your M5
and wearing proper safety equipment while operating.
We’re dedicated to making quality tools that perform day in and day out.
But sometimes the unexpected happens. So, if there’s an issue with your
Mullet Tools product, we provide the below warranty.
LIMITED WARRANTY
The Mullet M5 Dust Cyclone Collection is warrantied against defects in
materials and workmanship for 1 year after the original date of purchase
from a Mullet Tools authorized dealer and only applies to non-commercial
use by the original owner. Structural alterations and use inconsistent
with that outlined in this owners manual would not be covered under this
warranty. Additionally, normal wear and tear is not warrantied.
The Mullet M5 Dust Cyclone Collection must be returned directly to
Mullet Tools. For details, reach out to gus@mulletools.com. Mullet Tools
will repair or replace, at our discretion, the defective product or part.
There are no express warranties other than the warranty set forth herein.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE
LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY. Some States
do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above limitation may not apply to you.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES, WHETHER FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY,
BREACH OF CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, OR OTHER TORT, OR ANY
STRICT LIABILITY THEORY, WILL MULLET TOOLS BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some States do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state. The warranty is only available in the United States.
No Mullet Tools reseller, agent, or employee is authorized to make any
modication, extension, or addition to this warranty.
warning
warranty
READ MANUAL
BEFORE USING

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Messes come in all shapes and sizes, and the Mullet M5 Dust
Cyclone Collection helps dispose of virtually all of them. But that
doesn’t mean you should use it in all situations.
Be sure to read and follow all safety instructions below and that of
your vacuum before getting started.
- Don’t vacuum anything that is hot, burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
- Never vacuum explosive liquids (e.g., gasoline, paint thinner, etc.),
acids or solvents, or operate in areas where ammable or explosive
liquids are present.
- Don’t vacuum combustible explosive materials, such as coal, grain,
or other nely divided combustible material.
- To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty dump bin after each use.
- Don’t vacuum hazardous, toxic or carcinogenic materials, such as
asbestos or pesticides.
- Observe all warnings and safety instructions from your vacuum,
including disconnecting the power source before servicing your M5
and wearing proper safety equipment while operating.
We’re dedicated to making quality tools that perform day in and day out.
But sometimes the unexpected happens. So, if there’s an issue with your
Mullet Tools product, we provide the below warranty.
LIMITED WARRANTY
The Mullet M5 Dust Cyclone Collection is warrantied against defects in
materials and workmanship for 1 year after the original date of purchase
from a Mullet Tools authorized dealer and only applies to non-commercial
use by the original owner. Structural alterations and use inconsistent
with that outlined in this owners manual would not be covered under this
warranty. Additionally, normal wear and tear is not warrantied.
The Mullet M5 Dust Cyclone Collection must be returned directly to
Mullet Tools. For details, reach out to gus@mulletools.com. Mullet Tools
will repair or replace, at our discretion, the defective product or part.
There are no express warranties other than the warranty set forth herein.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE
LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY. Some States
do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above limitation may not apply to you.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES, WHETHER FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY,
BREACH OF CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE, OR OTHER TORT, OR ANY
STRICT LIABILITY THEORY, WILL MULLET TOOLS BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some States do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state. The warranty is only available in the United States.
No Mullet Tools reseller, agent, or employee is authorized to make any
modication, extension, or addition to this warranty.
warning
warranty
READ MANUAL
BEFORE USING

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what you got
Herein lies the contents of the powerful Mullet M5 Dust Cyclone
Collection. And some swag, which you should display with pride
everywhere legally allowed.
Clear Polycarbonate
Lid & O-ring
[1000026]
Swivel Casters
[1000005]
Mullet Wet Dry Shop
Vacuum Hose Adapters
[2900-110]
3 ½" Bolt
[1000013]
1 ½" Blind Tee
[1000027]
5/16" Self-Drilling Screws
[1000004]
4mm Hex Wrench [1000022]
14mm Flat Wrench [1000015]
Cyclone and Dump Bin [1000010]
1 ½" Coupling [1000017]
1 ½" PVC Pipe [1000021]
PVC Cut Sticker
[1000025]
anatomy
Cyclone Inlet
Wet Dry Shop Vacuum
Hose Adapter
Your Hose
Dump Bin
Parabolic Cyclone
Clear Lid
Casters
Hitch
Support Pipe
3 ½" Bolt
Your Wet Dry Shop Vac
Wet Dry Shop Vacuum
Hose Adapter
1 ½" Blind Tee
1 ½" PVC Pipe
1 ½" Coupling
Cyclone Outlet
Missing something?
Think we might have shorted you? Our man Gus will
get you sorted. gus@mullettools.com

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what you got
Herein lies the contents of the powerful Mullet M5 Dust Cyclone
Collection. And some swag, which you should display with pride
everywhere legally allowed.
Clear Polycarbonate
Lid & O-ring
[1000026]
Swivel Casters
[1000005]
Mullet Wet Dry Shop
Vacuum Hose Adapters
[2900-110]
3 ½" Bolt
[1000013]
1 ½" Blind Tee
[1000027]
5/16" Self-Drilling Screws
[1000004]
4mm Hex Wrench [1000022]
14mm Flat Wrench [1000015]
Cyclone and Dump Bin [1000010]
1 ½" Coupling [1000017]
1 ½" PVC Pipe [1000021]
PVC Cut Sticker
[1000025]
anatomy
Cyclone Inlet
Wet Dry Shop Vacuum
Hose Adapter
Your Hose
Dump Bin
Parabolic Cyclone
Clear Lid
Casters
Hitch
Support Pipe
3 ½" Bolt
Your Wet Dry Shop Vac
Wet Dry Shop Vacuum
Hose Adapter
1 ½" Blind Tee
1 ½" PVC Pipe
1 ½" Coupling
Cyclone Outlet
Missing something?
Think we might have shorted you? Our man Gus will

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TIME: 1 BEER OR 20 MINUTES
And we mean that. Our advice is to follow the
instructions, nish early and enjoy those last
minutes responsibly.
a vacuum
Your vac might not exactly resemble the ne
illustrations in this guide, but don't fret. The M5
doesn't discriminate ... we serve all kinds here. But if
you happen to have the rare exception that won’t work
with the M5, get with gus@mullettools.com and we’ll
gure out a x.
tools
• Hack saw (or preferred tool for cleanly cutting PVC)
• Phillips screwdriver
• Work bench (instead of oor) to work at eye level
what you need
a little space
The M5 is designed to combine with your wet dry vacuum so that
they function and move as a single integrated unit, resulting in a
footprint roughly twice the size of your wet dry vacuum alone.
19"
[483mm] 12"
[305mm]
30"
[762mm]
5 ¼" MIN
[133mm]
Vac compatibility: Center
of vac inlet hole must be
within this range.
23" MAX
[584mm]

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TIME: 1 BEER OR 20 MINUTES
And we mean that. Our advice is to follow the
instructions, nish early and enjoy those last
minutes responsibly.
a vacuum
Your vac might not exactly resemble the ne
illustrations in this guide, but don't fret. The M5
doesn't discriminate ... we serve all kinds here. But if
you happen to have the rare exception that won’t work
with the M5, get with gus@mullettools.com and we’ll
gure out a x.
tools
• Hack saw (or preferred tool for cleanly cutting PVC)
• Phillips screwdriver
• Work bench (instead of oor) to work at eye level
what you need
a little space
The M5 is designed to combine with your wet dry vacuum so that
they function and move as a single integrated unit, resulting in a
footprint roughly twice the size of your wet dry vacuum alone.
19"
[483mm] 12"
[305mm]
30"
[762mm]
5 ¼" MIN
[133mm]
Vac compatibility: Center
of vac inlet hole must be
within this range.
23" MAX
[584mm]

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Use included 14mm at wrench
to tighten caster wheels to base.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
Align clear lid with markings
on neck of dump bin. Rotating
lid 90 degrees secures it in
place for the bumpiest rides.
1. Make it Mobile 2. install lid
put it together
Insert smaller end of either hose
adapter into vac inlet and MAKE
SURE IT IS FULLY SEATED. Twist
and push as needed.
Lightly tap with a rubber mallet,
if necessary.
If hose adapter remains loose
or doesn’t fully seat, see
Troubleshooting Tip 1.
Fully insert tee into hose
adapter.
ENSURE ARROW ON TEE IS
POINTING UP.
Tighten hose adapter thumb
screw onto tee.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
3. prep your vac 4. Tee it up
Optional: Secure hose adapter to vac inlet
with included self-drilling screw for a more
permanent connection. Hand tighten with
a Phillips screwdriver to ensure you don’t
strip the plastic.
Optional
Tee Up

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Use included 14mm at wrench
to tighten caster wheels to base.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
Align clear lid with markings
on neck of dump bin. Rotating
lid 90 degrees secures it in
place for the bumpiest rides.
1. Make it Mobile 2. install lid
put it together
Insert smaller end of either hose
adapter into vac inlet and MAKE
SURE IT IS FULLY SEATED. Twist
and push as needed.
Lightly tap with a rubber mallet,
if necessary.
If hose adapter remains loose
or doesn’t fully seat, see
Troubleshooting Tip 1.
Fully insert tee into hose
adapter.
ENSURE ARROW ON TEE IS
POINTING UP.
Tighten hose adapter thumb
screw onto tee.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN.
3. prep your vac 4. Tee it up
Optional: Secure hose adapter to vac inlet
with included self-drilling screw for a more
permanent connection. Hand tighten with
a Phillips screwdriver to ensure you don’t
strip the plastic.
Optional
Tee Up

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On a at surface, bring vac up
alongside the M5. Place PVC cut
sticker on pipe so that center
marks ALIGN on tee and PVC
stickers.
Back out bolt from M5 hitch
using included hex wrench, and
remove PVC pipe from M5.
5. Mark your cut 6. Remove Bolt
And now the fun part
Align
Lay PVC pipe out
horizontally and make
straight cuts on dash
lines of PVC cut sticker.
Clean any shavings
from pipe.
Remove any sticker left
on pipe after cutting.
Insert top section of pipe along with tee. Twist and push until pipe
is fully seated into coupling and tee. Next, insert support pipe
section (with pre-drilled hole) up through hitch on M5 and connect
to bottom of tee by twisting/pushing together until fully seated.
7. cut PVC pipe
8. Assemble pvc pipe
Waste Remove sticker
edges after cutting
Cut on dash lines
Thru hole

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On a at surface, bring vac up
alongside the M5. Place PVC cut
sticker on pipe so that center
marks ALIGN on tee and PVC
stickers.
Back out bolt from M5 hitch
using included hex wrench, and
remove PVC pipe from M5.
5. Mark your cut 6. Remove Bolt
And now the fun part
Align
Lay PVC pipe out
horizontally and make
straight cuts on dash
lines of PVC cut sticker.
Clean any shavings
from pipe.
Remove any sticker left
on pipe after cutting.
Insert top section of pipe along with tee. Twist and push until pipe
is fully seated into coupling and tee. Next, insert support pipe
section (with pre-drilled hole) up through hitch on M5 and connect
to bottom of tee by twisting/pushing together until fully seated.
7. cut PVC pipe
8. Assemble pvc pipe
Waste Remove sticker
edges after cutting
Cut on dash lines
Thru hole

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Bring M5 and your vac together on a at surface. Insert tee on M5
into hose adapter on vac. If they don't line up see Troubleshooting
Tip 2.
Insert bolt through hitch and
holes in support pipe. Tighten
bolt with included hex wrench.
10. Check fit
9. Install Bolt
Caster not on oor
Install 3½" bolt
Good to go Give it another go
the moment of truth
Once everything aligns, ensure
tee is fully inserted into hose
adapter and tighten thumb
screw. AGAIN, HERCULES,
DON’T OVERTIGHTEN.
Install second hose adapter on M5
inlet, as shown.
11. Connect them
12. Install hose adapter
Optional: Secure hose adapter to M5 inlet with
included self-drilling screw for a more permanent
connection. Hand tighten with a Phillips
screwdriver to ensure you don’t strip the plastic.
Optional

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Bring M5 and your vac together on a at surface. Insert tee on M5
into hose adapter on vac. If they don't line up see Troubleshooting
Tip 2.
Insert bolt through hitch and
holes in support pipe. Tighten
bolt with included hex wrench.
10. Check fit
9. Install Bolt
Caster not on oor
Install 3½" bolt
Good to go Give it another go
the moment of truth
Once everything aligns, ensure
tee is fully inserted into hose
adapter and tighten thumb
screw. AGAIN, HERCULES,
DON’T OVERTIGHTEN.
Install second hose adapter on M5
inlet, as shown.
11. Connect them
12. Install hose adapter
Optional: Secure hose adapter to M5 inlet with
included self-drilling screw for a more permanent
connection. Hand tighten with a Phillips
screwdriver to ensure you don’t strip the plastic.
Optional

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Connect a vacuum hose to hose adapter on M5 inlet, tightening the
thumb screw to ensure a solid and stable connection.
You’re now ready to ip on that vac and test out the power of the M5
cyclone.
no w, l et ’s e at s om e d us t
When it’s time for a dump, remove the
vac hose and disconnect M5 from vac by
loosening adapter thumb screw. Beat the
bottom like a drum to get rid of the last
bit of dust. Before you re-attach, clean
the neck area of the dump bin to
ensure the o-ring can fully seat.
dumping
reduce dust when dumping
Fine dust can become airborne when dumping your M5. The best
way to combat this is to add water to the dump bin before dumping,
in effect creating a slurry. Learn more Pro Tips and techniques at
www.mullettools.com.

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Connect a vacuum hose to hose adapter on M5 inlet, tightening the
thumb screw to ensure a solid and stable connection.
You’re now ready to ip on that vac and test out the power of the M5
cyclone.
no w, l et ’s e at s om e d us t
When it’s time for a dump, remove the
vac hose and disconnect M5 from vac by
loosening adapter thumb screw. Beat the
bottom like a drum to get rid of the last
bit of dust. Before you re-attach, clean
the neck area of the dump bin to
ensure the o-ring can fully seat.
dumping
reduce dust when dumping
Fine dust can become airborne when dumping your M5. The best
way to combat this is to add water to the dump bin before dumping,
in effect creating a slurry. Learn more Pro Tips and techniques at
www.mullettools.com.

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Hard plumbed vac drop
The M5 inlet can be hard plumbed to your shop’s dust collection
system with other ttings/hoses.
Send images of your M5 setup to
gus@mullettools.com. He’s quick to
respond with praise and adoration
to dust collection eye candy.
Standard plumbing PVC
pipe and ttings commonly
available at home/hardware
stores
Standard 1 ½ PVC Coupling
Adapter used on cyclone outlet
Blast cabinet
dedicated vac
Standard rubber plumbing
boots used for odd transitions
Mullet Wet Dry Shop Vacuum
Hose Adapter (ts 1 ½ PVC)
A lt e r n at i v e i n s ta l l at i o n s
HOSE ADAPTER COMPATiBILITY
Our hose adapter is compatible with all major OEM wet dry vacs
and hoses. So, don’t worry about swapping out vacuums and hoses
in the future should you want to upgrade your vac.
A word about static
Although the M5 is manufactured using an anti-static resin, you
may still experience some amount of static electricity buildup. If
this becomes an issue, there are numerous helpful articles and
videos online for how to ground your dust collection system. Learn
more at www.mullettools.com.
supercharge your blast cabinet
Capture ne blasted media before it clouds
up your view and gets to your dust collector.
The M5 can be hard plumbed between the
blast cabinet and dedicated dust collector
using PVC pipe/ttings and common rubber
plumbing boots.

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Hard plumbed vac drop
The M5 inlet can be hard plumbed to your shop’s dust collection
system with other ttings/hoses.
Send images of your M5 setup to
gus@mullettools.com. He’s quick to
respond with praise and adoration
to dust collection eye candy.
Standard plumbing PVC
pipe and ttings commonly
available at home/hardware
stores
Standard 1 ½ PVC Coupling
Adapter used on cyclone outlet
Blast cabinet
dedicated vac
Standard rubber plumbing
boots used for odd transitions
Mullet Wet Dry Shop Vacuum
Hose Adapter (ts 1 ½ PVC)
A lt e r n at i v e i n s ta l l at i o n s
HOSE ADAPTER COMPATiBILITY
Our hose adapter is compatible with all major OEM wet dry vacs
and hoses. So, don’t worry about swapping out vacuums and hoses
in the future should you want to upgrade your vac.
A word about static
Although the M5 is manufactured using an anti-static resin, you
may still experience some amount of static electricity buildup. If
this becomes an issue, there are numerous helpful articles and
videos online for how to ground your dust collection system. Learn
more at www.mullettools.com.
supercharge your blast cabinet
Capture ne blasted media before it clouds
up your view and gets to your dust collector.
The M5 can be hard plumbed between the
blast cabinet and dedicated dust collector
using PVC pipe/ttings and common rubber
plumbing boots.

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take it vertical
Who doesn’t want to free up more
oor space in the shop? The
M5 is built to be re-congured
easily. Take the casters off and
use the threaded inserts as
your starting point. Send pics
to gus@mullettools.com. He’d
love to see the conguration
you come up with.
wall mount it
Looking for a more permanent mounted position? Head to your
local hardware store and pick up a PVC compression coupling.
You can use this to attach your
M5 inlet to PVC. If your ducting
has a little ex in it, you may
be able to connect the M5 inlet
to it using a standard coupling
instead. Don’t forget to send
pics to gus@mullettools.com,
as shop envy isn’t on his list of
seven deadly sins.
Regular coupling or
compression coupling
Stud mounted bracket
of your design
Alternative installations (continued)
Adapter to hose connection
Quick release knobs
(thread size: M8 x 25mm)

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take it vertical
Who doesn’t want to free up more
oor space in the shop? The
M5 is built to be re-congured
easily. Take the casters off and
use the threaded inserts as
your starting point. Send pics
to gus@mullettools.com. He’d
love to see the conguration
you come up with.
wall mount it
Looking for a more permanent mounted position? Head to your
local hardware store and pick up a PVC compression coupling.
You can use this to attach your
M5 inlet to PVC. If your ducting
has a little ex in it, you may
be able to connect the M5 inlet
to it using a standard coupling
instead. Don’t forget to send
pics to gus@mullettools.com,
as shop envy isn’t on his list of
seven deadly sins.
Regular coupling or
compression coupling
Stud mounted bracket
of your design
Alternative installations (continued)
Adapter to hose connection
Quick release knobs
(thread size: M8 x 25mm)

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SCALE
Du mp Bi n Ba se DI MEN SI ON S
Ø 12"
[305mm]
Thread size: M8 x 25mm
Ø 7"
Minimum
[178mm]
Ø 1 ⅞”
[48mm]
9 ¼"
[235mm]
9 ¼"
[235mm]
4 ⅝"
[117mm]
4 ⅝"
[117mm]
3 ½"
[89mm]
7 ⅞”
[200mm]
3 ¼”
[86mm]
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