Dustopper HDI2A User Manual
- June 7, 2024
- Dustopper
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Dustopper® HD12A
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Warning: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand
the owner’s manual before using this product
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READ AND OBSERVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND USING YOUR DUSTOPPER®. THE USER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR KNOWING AND OBSERVING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ASSOCIATED WITH ANY AND ALL OTHER DEVICES OR EQUIPMENT THAT MAY BE ATTACHED TO THE DUSTOPPER®.
- Do not vacuum or operate this Dustopper® near flammable or combustible fluids, gases, explosive dust of any kind. Examples include, but are not limited to the following: Gasoline, lighter fluid, paint thinners, natural or liquid petroleum gases, some metal dust (i.e. aluminum and magnesium), gunpowder, grain dust, etc.
- Do not vacuum anything that is suspected to be hot, smoldering, smoking, or could ignite because of extreme heat.
- Do not vacuum toxic materials.
- Dustopper® may be used in conjunction with a HEPA filter but is not to be used as a HEPA replacement device. Follow all rules for vacuuming materials that require HEPA filtration.
- Some dust and debris may ignite spontaneously if left in closets, basements, buildings, or in vehicles. NEVER leave vacuumed waste in areas where spontaneous combustion could occur.
- Observe all operating procedures regarding the safe use of your wet/ dry or shop vacuum.
- Refer to your wet/dry vacuum’s owner’s manual for proper operation and safety procedures involved in the use of your wet/dry vacuum.
- Always dispose of waste in a FIRE SAFE AREA.
IMPORTANT SAFETY ALERT
RESEARCH BY THE NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION, OR NFPA, INDICATES THAT MORE THAN 8400 FIRES OCCUR ANNUALLY IN THE U.S. IN STRUCTURES UNDER CONSTRUCTION, UNDERGOING MAJOR RENOVATION, OR BEING DEMOLISHED. PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS BY FOLLOWING ALL LOCAL, REGIONAL, AND FEDERAL CODES AND GUIDELINES.
ONE MINUTE SET UP DIAGRAM
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Less Than
Optimal
Separation| • Air leak between Dustopper® and the bucket. Clean debris from
between the bottom of Dustopper® and the rim of the bucket
• Poor air flow
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Poor Air Flow
and/or Reduced
Suction| • Debris caught in hose. Clean hose.
• Clog in Dustopper®. Remove and clear Dustopper®.
• Dirty filter. Clean or replace vacuum’s filter.
• Underpowered vacuum. Dustopper is recommended for use with vacuums with 4.5
HP or more
Hoses Will Not
Stay Attached| • The Dustopper® hose is designed to fit ide- ally with RIDGID®
wet/dry vacuums having a 2-1/2 in connection port. Flexible hose adapters
and/or the use of hose clamps can help with adapting Dustopper® to other makes
of wet/dry vacuums. Adding electrical tape to the hose end (input port) or the
outlet port to increase friction may improve hose coupling.
For Vacuuming
Drywall Dust| • See the article on drywall available on our website
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FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE
Call Dustopper Service at 833-DUSTOPP or
833-387-8677
Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST
Email: service@dustopper.com
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