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UNPACKING

Refer to Figure 1. 
•  Check for shipping damage. Check immediately whether 

all parts and accessories are included. If anything is 
missing or broken, contact your retailer or call  

847-780-6120.

•  Carefully remove all contents from shipping carton. 

NOTE:

 The loose parts are shipped inside the 

collection canister.

The shipping carton contains:

ITEM

DESCRIPTION

QUANTITY

A

Motor Housing

B

Collection Canister

1

C

Locking Band

1

D

Collection Hose

1

E

Hose Clamps

2

F

Filter Cartridge

1

G

Filter Bag

2

H

Hose Coupler

1

Stackable Hose Adapters

4

Owner's Manual (not shown)

ASSEMBLY

2

2

2

SAFETY RULES

SPECIFIC SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2

     WARNING

Read and understand the instruction manual before 
operating the dust collector. Basic precautions listed 
below should always be followed when using your dust 
collector to reduce the risk of injury, electrical shock 
or fire.
•  This dust collector is designed to collect sawdust only. 
•  Never attempt to use this dust collector to vacuum water 

or any other liquids. 

•  Never try to use this dust collector to collect large 

wood pieces. 

•  Never attempt to use this dust collector to collect 

flammable or combustible dust/gas. DO NOT use near 
any flammable or combustible liquids.

•  Never attempt to use this dust collector to collect 

anything that is burning or smoking. 

•  DO NOT use outdoors or on wet surfaces. Rain or 

moisture entering the dust collector motor housing/
canister increases the risk of electrical shock.

•  Never attempt to use this dust collector to collect metal 

materials such as screws, nails or other metal parts. 

•  Always wear approved eye protection and respirator 

when emptying collection canister or changing filter 
cartridge/bags.

•  Turn machine off, disconnect power cord and ensure all 

moving parts have stopped completely before changing 
or emptying the collection canister.

•  ALWAYS ensure filter cartridge/bags are secured 

in place. 

•  Do not place your hand or tools near the open inlet 

while operating. Serious personal injury or damage to 
the machine can happen. 

•  Always connect dust collector to the matched 

power source.

IMPORTANT 

: Always consider safety first as it applies 

to your individual working conditions, the environment in 
every shop is different.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS  

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Figure 1

A

B

D

F

G

E

C

H

A

I

INSTALLATION

Refer to Figures 1 - 3

     CAUTION

Do not attempt assembly if parts are missing.
Call the Customer service line to obtain replace-
ment parts.

     WARNING

•  Do not operate dust collector until completely 

assembled. 

•  Do not operate this tool until you have completely read 

and understood this manual. 

NOTE: 

After unit is assembled dispose of all packaging 

material in an environmentally safe way.

ASSEMBLY

Summary of Contents for DC1510

Page 1: ... need this manual for safety instructions operating procedures and warranty Put it and the original sales invoice in a safe dry place for future reference Visit us on the web at www southerntechllc com Portable Dust Collector QUESTION 1 847 780 6120 ...

Page 2: ...ONTENTS PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS SAFETY RULES 1 Work Preparation Work Area Preparation Tool Maintenance Tool Operation ASSEMBLY 2 Unpacking Installation Power Source Grounding Instructions Extension Cords Motor Electrical Connections OPERATION 5 Basic Operations MAINTENANCE 5 General Maintenance Cleaning Lubrication Machine Storage Tool Repairs TROUBLESHOOTING 8 PARTS ILLUSTRATION 6 LIST WARRANTY 9 ...

Page 3: ...us environments Do not use power tools in damp or wet locations Do not expose power tools to rain Work area should be properly lit Proper electrical receptacle should be available for tool Three prong plug should be plugged directly into properly grounded three prong receptacle Extension cords should have a grounding prong and the three wires of the extension cord should be of the correct gauge Ke...

Page 4: ...ctor to collect anything that is burning or smoking DO NOT use outdoors or on wet surfaces Rain or moisture entering the dust collector motor housing canister increases the risk of electrical shock Never attempt to use this dust collector to collect metal materials such as screws nails or other metal parts Always wear approved eye protection and respirator when emptying collection canister or chan...

Page 5: ...f you do not understand grounding instructions or if you are in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded This tool is equipped with an approved cord rated at 120V and a 3 prong grounding type plug see Figure 4 for your protection against shock hazards Grounding plug should be plugged directly into a properly installed and grounded 3 prong grounding type receptacle as shown see Figure 4 Fi...

Page 6: ...NS WARNING All electrical connections must be performed by a qualified electrician Make sure tool is off and disconnected from power source while motor is mounted connected reconnected or anytime wiring is inspected Motor and wires are installed as shown in wiring schematic See Figure 5 Motor is assembled with approved 3 conductor cord to be used at 120 volts Figure 5 The power lines are inserted ...

Page 7: ...Check the dust collector daily for loose connections damaged wires worn switch full collection canister dirty filter cartridge bag and any other unsafe condition CLEANING Check and empty the collection canister on your dust collector regularly The machine operates at a much higher level of efficiency when the collection canister is empty Check and clean the filter cartridge bag regularly Replace a...

Page 8: ...PORTABLE DUST COLLECTOR PARTS ILLUSTRATION 6 PARTS LIST 6 ...

Page 9: ... sponge 3 11 DC1510011 Rubber washer 2 12 DC1510012 Philips screw M5X8 4 13 DC1510013 Motor 120V 1 14 DC1510014 Rubber washer 1 15 DC1510015 Filter 1 16 DC1510016 Dust bag 2 17 DC1510017 Drum lid 1 18 DC1510018 Philips screw ST5 5X18 3 19 DC1510019 Seal gasket 2 20 DC1510020 Drum clamp 1 21 DC1510021 Drum 1 22 DC1510022 Lock nut M6 4 23 DC1510023 Flat washer Φ6 8 24 DC1510024 Suction inlet 1 25 DC...

Page 10: ... any stripped or damaged bolts nuts and retighten 2 Call the customer service line at 847 780 6120 for assistance Loud repetitious noise or excessive vibration coming from dust collector 1 Dust collection canister is full 2 Filter cartridge bag is dirty or damaged 3 Dust collector hose restricted 4 The lumber is wet and dust is not flowing through the hose smoothly 5 There is a leak in the hose 1 ...

Page 11: ...proof of purchase documentation which includes a date of purchase POWERTEC will either repair or replace any defective part at our option at no charge to you The repaired or replacement unit will be covered by the same limited warranty for the balance of one year warranty period WHAT IS NOT COVERED This warranty applies to the original purchaser at retailer and may not be transferred This warranty...

Page 12: ...Southern Technologies LLC 3816 Hawthorn CT Waukegan IL 60087 ...

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