Troubleshooting

If the drum of your system is empty, you may hear a loud noise as the metal flexes from the suction pressure created when turning the system on. This sound will stop when material is within the drum and is to be expected.

If more than a tiny amount of dust is reaching your vacuum/dust collector or if material is swirling in the cyclone without dropping into the dust container, this indicates that there is an air leak in your setup. Click "Read More" to see troubleshooting suggestions.

Clogged filters can be caused by several things, including restricted air flow to the collector and over filled dust bins. Click "Read More" to see troubleshooting suggestions.

Poor dust pick-up from a dust collector is often caused by ductwork issues. Click "Read More" to see troubleshooting suggestions.

The main causes of this issue are typically bag thickness or above-average static pressure through the system. Click "Read More" to see troubleshooting suggestions.

This indicates that your system is clogged. Click "Read More" to see troubleshooting suggestions.

Even a small leak can significantly affect the overall separation performance of the cyclone. If you can't audibly pinpoint where the leak might be coming from, one of the simplest ways to check for air leaks is with a smoke test. Click "Read More" for further instructions and tips.

This could be because: The sensor is blinded by dust The sensitivity is not set correctly The sensor is faulty

Even a small leak can significantly affect the overall separation performance of the cyclone. If you can't audibly pinpoint where the leak might be coming from, one of the simplest ways to check for air leaks is with a smoke test. Click "Read More" for further instructions and tips.

Even a small leak can significantly affect the overall separation performance of the cyclone. If you can't audibly pinpoint where the leak might be coming from, one of the simplest ways to check for air leaks is with a smoke test. Click "Read More" for further instructions and tips.

The motor's internal circuit breaker will trip if the motor is overheating. This could be caused by air leaks between the dust collector and dust bin or by improper wiring in the motor. Click "Read More" to see troubleshooting suggestions.

A few things can cause the Mini-Gorilla motor's internal circuit breaker to trip. Click "Read More" to see troubleshooting suggestions.

Loose connections can lead to hoses pulling off of the Dust Deputy. Click "Read More" for troubleshooting suggestions.

Loose mounting bolts cause excessive vibration, and worn brushes can cause the system to shut off. Click "Read More" for troubleshooting suggestions.

This may indicate that one of the three motors may have reached its end of life. Click "Read More" to see troubleshooting suggestions.

This issue could be caused by either air leaks in the drum or by clear vinyl tubing (F17) not being attached properly. Click "Read More" for troubleshooting suggestions.

If you are having issues with your remote, try the following: Change the battery in the key fob. Check the wires on the receiver to ensure that they are attached and not loose. If the key fob still doesn't work, the receiver most likely needs to be replaced. (#AMR220000 for 220V systems or #AMR110000 for 110V systems)

Because the Dust Sentry works via an adjustable infrared sensor, it can sometimes show false positives with an empty container because of the reflective surface at the bottom of the steel drum. This issue will go away soon after the system is used; once the bottom of the drum has sawdust on it, the Dust Sentry should no longer give a false positive. It can also be resolved by painting/coloring the inside bottom of the drum so that it is no longer reflective enough to affect the sensor.

No, it is not advised. This can cause damage to the cyclone and is not covered under warranty.

Adjust the detection of the dust level of the infrared sensor by rotating the Level Set Screw. Turning it towards the plus sign (+) will lengthen the range of the sensor; turning it towards the minus sign (-) will shorten the sensor’s range. DO NOT force the level set screw.

We recommend that the sensor be set to alert at a distance of 4-6". To test the range, place your hand in front of the sensor, while the Dust Sentry is plugged in, to represent the dust drum filling up.

The SMART system has a cooling fan on the VFD that runs after the system is shut off. Depending on how long the system has been on or if the outside temperature is hotter than normal, it may run for a longer time to cool the motor down. This is a normal function of the system, and it will stop automatically.

Other adapters may be necessary to connect the Dust Deputy to non-standard sized or locking-type inlets. Click "Read More" to see adapter suggestions.