WriteON
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When the bag needs servicing (empty, clean)...do you empty and reattach it or do you wash it......or do you replace with a new one. The 1 micron on my unit is due. Thanks, Frank
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jttheclockman
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Never wash a dust collection bag. just empty it.
WriteON
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Thanks.
jttheclockman
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By the way make sure you wear a dust mask when emptying. That fine dust is a killer. Do it outdoors.
KBs Pensnmore
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Just KEEP it away from SWMBOs washing line, DAMHIKT.
or the neighbours.:biggrin:Kryn
WriteON
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At what point does the bag get replaced other than damaged or punctured. Mine seems to be leaving a white dusty film on the floor under it.
cal91666
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Are you sure you don't have a small leak around the filter or the collection bag? Under advice from a local woodworker when I set up my DC I used I thin strip of adhesive backed weather stripping where both attach and are clamped to aid in sealing.
low_48
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When it leaves dust around, you either have a poor seal around the rim, or the particle size is less than your 1 micron. No guarantee on those bags and particle size either. I don't imagine they ever need to be replaced unless you want to get finer bags.
WriteON
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What is a finer size. Is 1 a good standard? I don't mine replacing the bag ...but I will check the seal first and inspect for any visual damage. Thanks
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low_48
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Here's some good info on fabric.
http://www.americanfabricfilter.com/pdf/02-Custom-Filters/How-&-Why-Optimized-Filter-Bags-Work.pdf
http://www.americanfabricfilter.com/pdf/02-Custom-Filters/How-&-Why-Optimized-Filter-Bags-Work.pdf