I have been using your exact setup for over 10 years with good
results. I do have it on a lanyard and hang it on the same hook
as my apron. When I get the apron I put the lanyard on and tuck
the remote into a pocket on the apron. Never had a problem (or even
near problem) doing this. You should get at least one additional remote
as a backup in case the one you have fails. These can be bought from
x10.com (a bit pricey at $19.95). If you are really cautious and
concerned just buy a few remotes and scatter them around the shop.

Marty

David Merrill wrote:
Just got my closeted dust collector on a separate 220v circuit and set up to
run from an X-10 appliance module plugged into an outlet controlled by an
hp-rated wall switch. Pushed the on-button on the little pocket remote and
it works!

Next thought was that little, 2 x 1-1/2 x 3/8-inch, plastic remote is going
to get misplaced in no time (67 year-old) if I don't get it on a lanyard to
hang around my neck. Looked at a leather shoelace and immediately realized
what a BAD IDEA that was -- having a strong cord dangling from my neck while
working around rotating machinery. So, keep it in my pocket? -- nah, it'll
end up in the washing machine or the nightstand. Belt loop? -- nah, don't
want that part of my anatomy sucked into a machine either.

So, where do you guys with remotes keep yours without losing it ???

David Merrill