Why is my dust collector's filter clogging?
Clogged filters can be caused by several things, including restricted air flow to the collector and over filled dust bins.
Large chips clogging the filter:
Large chips clogging the filter:
- Check for a leak in the dust bin, flex coupling, or lid. Check for split or torn flex coupling.
- Make sure dust bin has not over filled. Dust bin should be emptied before dust reaches top of container.
- Interruption of air flow, such as vacuuming chips with a flex hose connection, will increase filter maintenance.
- Air flow to the collector may be restricted. The collector needs the equivalent of at least a 4" diameter cross section open to allow adequate air volume and speed for pre-separation in the cyclone stage of the collector. If you are using a woodworking machine with only one 2" diameter dust port, partially open another blast gate to compensate.
- Heavy sanding with a drum sander or fine grit paper will cause the pleated filter media to blind sooner than with larger size dust. Clean filter more often with compressed air.
