I have been thinking about enclosing my General Contractor Saw motor in an attempt to improve dust collection. After partially enclosing the rear of the saw and the motor in a cabinet; I discovered that sawdust gets kicked up onto the motor. I am not so sure that enclosing the motor in that dusty environment is such a good idea, so I am reconsidering my options.
I would imagine the motors for these saws are designed to handle some dust since sawdust gets tossed up on the motor even without enclosing it. I do not know anything about CS motors so I have no idea what would be advisable in terms of a strategy to reduce dust and protect the motor.
I hope some of you might be able to suggest strategies for removing dust from these saws hopefully without stressing the motor.