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Operation

 

 

Refer to Exploded View, page 9. 
1.

 

Position dust extractor on a flat level surface near the dust-producing machine. 

2.

 

Connect inlet hose (Item 20) to dust producing machine using hose coupling (Item 21). Use 
adaptors (Item 27) if needed. 

3.

 

Turn dust collector on before starting dust-producing machine. 

 
Emptying Extractor Tank 

 
Turn switch off and remove plug from power source outlet before emptying collector bag. 

Refer to Exploded View, page 9. 
1.

 

Pull out handle of locking strap (Item 13) to release and remove locking strap. 

2.

 

Remove upper section of extractor by lifting off top cover (Item 18). 

3.

 

Empty chips and dust inside tank into a suitable receptacle. Dispose of properly. 

4.

 

Replace the upper section on top of the tank. Secure in position with locking strap. 

 
Changing Filter Bag and/or Cartridge 

1.

 

Pull out handle of locking strap (Item 13) to release and remove locking strap. 

2.

 

Remove upper section of extractor by lifting off top cover (Item 18). 

3.

 

Slide filter cartridge with bag (Item 14 and 24) off motor. 

4.

 

Remove bag from cartridge. Place new bag over cartridge, folding the bag excess inside the 
cartridge. 

5.

 

Slide cartridge with new bag onto motor until snug. 

 
Maintenance 

 
Turn switch off and remove plug from power source outlet before maintaining your dust 
extractor. 

1.

 

Clean dust, chips and other particles from motor. If operation is excessively dusty or dirty, 
frequent inspection of motor is required. Vacuum any particles that may have entered the 
motor. 

2.

 

Replace worn, cut or damaged line cord. 

3.

 

Replace worn or damaged collector hose. 

4.

 

Replace worn or damaged cartridge and bags. 

5.

 

Clean the casters as needed to ensure proper operation. 

6.

 

Frequently check that all nuts, bolts, screws, etc. have not loosened due to vibration. 

Summary of Contents for 3400

Page 1: ...1 ...

Page 2: ...gs with an efficiency rating of 0 5 microns The WEN Dust Extractor additionally includes mounting hardware so that the unit may be conveniently stored on a wall increasing floor space in the workshop Also included is a caster set for increased portability Specifications Motor 3 4 HP 20 000 RPM Voltage 120 V Amps 9 2 Hertz 60 Air Flow Rate 108 CFM Sound Level 85 dBA Hose 4 dia x 7 Adapter Sizes 34 ...

Page 3: ...oves neckties rings bracelets or other jewelry that may get caught in moving parts of machine 2 Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair 3 Wear safety shoes with non slip soles 4 Wear safety glasses complying with United States ANSI Z87 1 Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses They are NOT safety glasses 5 Wear facemask or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty 6 Be alert an...

Page 4: ...signed 5 Leave hands free to operate machine Protect hands from possible injury 6 Never leave a tool running unattended Turn the power off and do not leave until the tool comes to a complete stop 7 Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance 8 Never stand on the tool Serious injury could occur if the tool tips over 9 Keep hands away from moving parts 10 Know your tool Understand the tool s op...

Page 5: ...nd nameplate ampere rating When in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords AWG When using 120 V only Total Length of Cord in feet Ampere Rating 25 50 100 150 0 6 Amps 18 gauge 16 gauge 16 gauge 14 gauge 6 10 Amps 18 gauge 16 gauge 14 gauge 12 gauge 10 12 Amps 16 gauge 16 gauge 14 gauge 12 gauge 12 16 Amps 14 gauge 12 gaug...

Page 6: ...g inside the filter cartridge 2 Slide filter cartridge with bag onto motor Item 9 until snug on motor housing Attach Hose 1 Attach hose Item 20 to flange Item 17 using one hose clamp Item 19 2 Attach hose coupling Item 21 to other end of hose using the remaining hose clamp Mount Wall Bracket 1 Using a 10 drill bit drill four holes as shown in Figure 1 Make sure to drill holes in a solid wood stud ...

Page 7: ...Changing Filter Bag and or Cartridge 1 Pull out handle of locking strap Item 13 to release and remove locking strap 2 Remove upper section of extractor by lifting off top cover Item 18 3 Slide filter cartridge with bag Item 14 and 24 off motor 4 Remove bag from cartridge Place new bag over cartridge folding the bag excess inside the cartridge 5 Slide cartridge with new bag onto motor until snug Ma...

Page 8: ...verload Remove other electric machines or appliances from circuit Low voltage to collector caused by undersized extension cords Increase wire gauge size of extension cords or shorten extension cords Motor fails to develop full power or motor stalls Low voltage from power source Request voltage check from power company Burned or defective motor Check motor replace if necessary Motor slow starts or ...

Page 9: ...9 Exploded View ...

Page 10: ...r Set 8 3400 008 Top Foam Seal 28 3400 028 Tank 9 3400 009 Motor 29 3400 029 Nut 10 3400 010 Side Foam Seal 30 3400 030 Lock Washer 11 3400 011 Switch 31 3400 031 Caster 12 3400 012 Pan Head Screw 32 3400 032 Locking Caster 13 3400 013 Locking Strap 33 3400 033 Flat Washer 14 3400 014 Filter cartridge 34 3400 034 Nut 15 3400 015 Lock Washer 35 3400 035 Lock Washer 16 3400 016 Serrated Washer 36 34...

Page 11: ...ack to us freight prepaid THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ACCESSORY ITEMS SUCH AS CIRCULAR SAW BLADES DRILL BITS ROUTER BITS JIGSAW BLADES SANDING BELTS GRINDING WHEELS FILTER AND OTHER RELATED ITEMS ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE 1 YEAR FROM DATE OF PURCHASE SOME STATES IN THE U S SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY ...

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