I just installed the delta dust collection connector on my Unisaw. Upon receipt of the dust collector connector, I had to call Delta to make sure I understood how to attach it since no instructions are included and it appeared that three screw holes (for which screws are included) are unused and the lower edge of the connector simply sits on the cabinet ramp. They confirmed that this is how it is installed. After I threw out the included screws which are completely unrelated to the dust connector, I wanted to clean out the inside of the saw cabinet so I opened the motor cover as far as I could (not far enough) before it hit the Uniguard pipe.
After attaching the dust connector using the screws, nuts and washers I purchased on my own, I attached the Delta 5" to 4" adapter so that the connector outlet could fit the almost universal 4" dust connector tubing connecting to my dust collector. Since the adapter is quite loose, I may use tape to secure it to the dust connector (slick!).
The dust collection and riving knife on the SawStop saw sure look nice now.
I have two questions:
- Why doesn't the Uniguard support pipe go to the left of the blade instead of the right? It could be shorter (and cheaper), wouldn't interfere with the motor hatch cover and would be more stable (or lighter with equivalent stability).
- With these examples of Delta's U.S. design, why is everyone so eager to have the tools manufactured here too?
Mitch Berkson