General International 80-200LHC M1 Use and Care Manual
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1. FACE JOINTING CHECKLIST BEFORE STARTING Make sure you and any assistants are wearing safe appropriate workshop attire Roll up long sleeves secure long hair and remove any jewelry watches rings bracelets or anything that could become caught in the mov ing parts potentially causing serious injury Make sure the board has been inspected and is suitable for jointing as explained in the previous section Selecting boards suitable for jointing Verify that the cutter head guard is functioning properly snaps back against the fence and covers the knives Make sure that the fence is properly set and locked in place Make sure to have on safety glasses as well as hearing and respiratory protection at all times when using the jointer CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SHOCK OR FIRE DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WITH A DAMAGED POWER CORD OR PLUG REPLACE DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID UNEXPECTED OR UNINTENTIONAL SWITCH OFF START UP MAKE SURE THAT THE POWER SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION BEFORE CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE Once the assembly and adjustment steps have been com R pleted the power cord and plug it into an appropriate ee oullet Refer back to the section entitled ELECTRICAL REQUI REMENTS and make sure all requirements and grounding instructions are followed When jointing operations have been completed unplug the jointer from the power source MAGNETIC S2. MODEL 80 200LHC ONLY PARTS LIST 80 200LHC REF NO PART NO DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION 200HB 01 CUTTER HEAD 30 447 CARBIDE INSERT 15 X 15 X 2 5 MM 200HB 03 SCREW 10 32UNC 200HB 04 SCREW DRIVER 1 25 PART NO 80200L 1 80200L 2 80200L 3 80200L 4 80200L 5 80200L 6 80200L 7 80200L 8 80200L 9 80200L 10 80200L 1 1 80200L 12 80200L 13 80200L 14 80200L 15 80200L 16 80200L 17 80200L 18 80200L 19 80200L 20 80200L 21 80200L 22 80200L 23 80200L 24 80200L 25 80200L 26 80200L 27 80200L 28 80200L 29 80200L 30 80200L 31 80200L 32 80200L 33 80200L 34 80200L 35 80200L 36 80200L 37 80200L 38 80200L 39 80200L 40 80200L 41 80200L 42 80200L 43 80200L 44 80200L 45 80200L 46 80200L 47 80200L 48 80200L 49 80200L 50 80200L 51 80200L 52 80200L 53 80200L 54 80200L 55 80200L 56 80200L 57 80200L 58 80200L 59 PARTS LIST 80 200L HEAD JE030001 HE019600 JG200005 HG010906 JE030005 JE030004 JG090001 JE260017 JE030016 HX012400 JE030010 JE030011 HT010912 HX010700 JG130004 JE030015 JG090003 HTO10916 HX011200 JE030013 JE030012 JG010002 JE030020 HD010900 JEORO101 JEORO102 HB080915 HX011400 JG080001 JG200006 JG010020 HG010907 HG010914 JE0401 JG2002 HB030705 JG200009 HB030805 S HA020308 JG180010 HE012500 JG010012 HJ032200 HH010412 JG200011 JG010014 JGOLO101 JG200014 JGO10011 HX01 1000 JG100001 PJ030001 030003 20007 HB020908 JG040007 JG040008 JG040005 JE02
3. opening at the bottom of the connection box J INSTALL THE FENCE AND TABLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEELS l Fit the fence adjustment handwheel the smallest one A on the shaft on the rear fence bracket The slots in the handwheel must be aligned with the spring pin on the shaft B 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 with two big handwheels on the shafts at the front of the machine INSTALL THE DUST PORT Attach the dust port A to the left side of the base using the supplied screws and flat washers B Note Four brackets are already installed on the right side of the base for convenient onboard storage of the 2 hand paddle style push blocks supplied 2 Using the supplied 3 mm Allen key tighten the set screw on the shaft under the wheel to secure the handwheel to the shaft Note The table height adjustment handwheels are equip ped with spring loaded flip up handles to allow you to minimize the obstruction the handwheels may cause dur ing jointing operations INSTALL THE BASE DOOR Install the base door A on the base as shown in B RE POSITION THE FENCE LOCKING LEVER For shipping purposes the fence locking lever is installed upside down Loosen and remove the lock nut A and remove the fence locking lever B and flat washer INSTALL THE FENCE TILT LEVER 1 Thread the knob on the fence tilt lever A 2 Screw the fence tilt lever into the threaded hole i the fence B ASSEMBLE THE KNIFE SETTING
4. adjust the table height with the lockpin engaged this will break the pin 2 Pull amp hold back the1 8 depth stop lock pin B 3 Use hand wheel C to adjust in feed table height to the desired depth of cut and then release the 1 8 depth stop lock pin and re tighten locking lever A to secure the in feed table in position CHECKING ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF CUT INDICATOR The depth of cut indicator has been factory set to read 0 when the in feed table is at the exact same height as the highest point of the cutterhead However we recommend that you verify that the depth of cut indicator is properly set prior to first use Also with use and vibration over time it may eventually become necessary to re adjust the depth of cut indicator as follows OUT FEED left Table Set a straightedge onto the in feed table so that it sits over the cutter head without completely crossing the gap between the tables to touch or sit above the out feed table A Raise or lower the in feed table until it is level high est point of the cutterhead B If needed loosen the 2 screws C and adjust the pointer left or right until the pointer is set to the zero point on the scale D then retighten the screws ADJUSTING THE FENCE amp CHECKING SETTING THE FENCE STOPS The fence stops allow you to position the fence at specific pre set angles in relation to the tables without having to measure each time you return to that angle Due to wear and v
5. rotating while loosening another screw B 3 Thoroughly clean the housing and cavity C before reversing replacing an insert Important To prevent knife height discrepencies the inserts and screws must be clean and free of debris Thoroughly clean the inserts D and screws E using Place the insert on the housing so it sits flush a lacquer thinner and small brush then apply a against the supporting edge as shown in G and light coating of machine oil on the screws taking firmly secure it in place with a screw care to remove any excess Note To avoid stripped screws and cracked inserts do Tip When reversing the inserts in the cutter head refer to the not overtighten the screws etched mark F on the inserts to keep track of the rotations Note If a torque tool not included is used to tighten the screws a pressure of 60kg cm is recommended Note When tightening the screws make sure the head of the screw is aligned with the hole of the insert as shown in H properly seatetl not properly seated IMPORTANT After reversing or changing the knives the out feed left table height must be re adjusted to match the new height of the knives Follow the instructions in section Adjusting and Setting the Out Feed Table Height on page 16 ADJUSTING THE GIBS The table gibs allow you to eliminate excessive play when raising lowering the tables and when properly adjust ed will allow for a smoother and easier table height adjustm
6. 0007 DESCRIPTION LOCKING BOLT WASHER FENCE BRACKET SPRING PIN STOPING BLOCK HEX HEAD BOLT FENCE BODY NUT SPACER HEX NUT HEX HD SCREW JOINT BLOCK HEX HD SCREW HEX NUT BOLT SWIVEL BLOCK LINKAGE HEX SCREW HEX NUT STOP PLATE BLOCK FENCE LINK BOLT HEX NUT KNOB HANDLE FLAT HD BOLT NUT UNIVERSAL HANDLE BRACKET KEY SPRING PIN SPRING PIN HANDWHEEL HANDWHEEL SET SCREW SHAFT SET SCREW CAP SCREW GEAR BAR WASHER BEARING HOUSING BEARING KEY SHAFT UPPER PULLEY CUTTER HEAD BOLT WASHER HEX NUT PULLEY GUARD KNOB BOLT FIXED PLATE CAP SCREW PIN SPRING SPRING SEAT KNOB SPECIFICATION 13X28X3T 4X12 5 8 18NF 5 16 18NCX1 1 4 5 16 18NC 1 2 20NC 5 16 18NCX1 3 4 7 16 20NC 3 8 16NC 3 8 16NC 5 16 18NCX1 5 8 1 2 20NF 4X14 4X25 1 4 20NCX3 8 5 16 18NCX3 8 M5X0 8PX16 6 5X16X2 0 6204NSE 5X5X22 3 8 24UNF 5 16 18NCX3 4 1 1 ZIP ZO p 656 6 lt p S n Is 80200L 60 80200L 6 1 80200L 62 80200L 63 80200L 64 80200L 65 80200L 66 80200L 67 80200L 68 80200L 69 80200L 70 80200L 71 80200L 72 80200L 73 80200L 74 80200L 75 80200L 76 80200L 77 80200L 78 80200L 79 80200L 80 80200L 81 80200L 82 80200L 83 80200L 84 80200L 85 80200L 86 80200L 87 80200L 88 80200L 89 80200L 90 802001 91 80
7. 01 2010 SN GERE AA EY INTERNATI ENAR P GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 8360 Champ d Eau Montreal Quebec Canada HIP 1Y3 Telephone 514 326 1161 Fax 514 326 5555 www general ca THANK YOU for choosing this General International model 80 200L or 80 200LHC 8 Deluxe Jointer This jointer has been carefully tested and inspected before ship ment and if properly used and maintained will provide you with years of reliable service To ensure optimum performance and trouble free operation and to get the most from your investment please take the time to read this manual before assembling installing and oper ating the unit The manual s purpose is to familiarize you with the safe operation basic function and features of this jointer as well as the set up maintenance and identification of its parts and compo nents This manual is not intended as a substitute for formal woodworking instruction nor to offer the user instruction in the craft of woodworking If you are not sure about the safety of performing a certain operation or procedure do not proceed until you can confirm from knowledgeable and qualified sources that it is safe to do so Once you ve read through these instructions keep this manual handy for future reference Disclaimer The information and specifications in this manual pertain to the unit as it was supplied from the factory at the time of printing Because we are commit ted to making c
8. 2001 92 802001 93 802001 94 802001 95 802001 96 802001 97 802001 98 80200L 99 80200L 100 80200L 101 80200L 102 80200L 103 80200L 104 80200L 105 80200L 106 80200L 107 80200L 108 80200L 109 80200L 110 80200L 111 80200L 112 80200L 113 80200L 114 802001 115 802001 116 80200L 117 JG200021 HF010900 JE010014 JE010015 JG200024 JE010016 HLO11200 HX011500 JG200018 JG200008 JE010703 HB011110 JG200020 HE015600 HB021012 JG0101 HA040404 JG200016 HX010500 JG040002 HY011900 HB051006 JE010102 HB030808 HE021600 HG010814 HE021300 JE010029 JG1P0101 JG1P0102 HF031800 PJOLO103 HA080305 JGOLO102 JGOLO104 JGO10508 HB030805 JE010003 JE030021 JG200012 JE010706 JG200013 JE010711 JG200010 JE010709 JG200003 JG200004 HQ010400 HQ010500 HQ010600 HQ020400 HQ020900 HF032000 JE010017 HA040604 HY010600 PARTS LIST 80 200L HEAD DESCRIPTION CUTTER HEAD GUARD RETAINING RING RETAINING WASHER SPRING SHAFT SPRING KNOB BALL HEX NUT COPPER WASHER RING COPPER NUT CAP SCREW RABBETTING ARM WASHER CAP SCREW SCREW ROUND HEAD SCREW INDICATOR HEX NUT SAFETY PLATE WASHER FLAT HEAD SCREW SCREW SET SCREW LOCK WASHER SPRING PIN LOCK WASHER LOCK BOLT KNIFE SETTING GAUGE ROD E RING SPRING FLAT HD SCREW KNIFE KNIFE LOCKING BAR BAR SET SCREW KNOB PUSH BLOCK REAR TABLE SET SCREW PIN BALL CRANK SHAFT BALL CRANK FRONT TABLE BASE ALLEN KEY ALLEN KEY ALLEN
9. AFETY SWITCH This model 80 200L LHC jointer is equiped with a MAG NETIC SAFETY SWITCH A designed to protect the unit and the user from power surges power outages and unwanted or unintentional start up The switch assembly is equipped with a GREEN START button B and a RED spring loaded STOP button C Once the RED STOP button has been pressed the machine can only be started by turning the BLACK inner part of the button to the right to release the stop button D OVERLOAD PROTECTION The magnetic safety switch on this jointer is equipped with an overload protection feature To prevent an electrical overload from damaging the motor in the event of a spike in line voltage or amperage draw the internal overload protector will automatically be tripped thereby cutting off power to the motor To reset the overload protection switch after it has been tripped proceed as follows Note The most common causes of such overloads are Overworking the motor by attempting to remove foo much material in one single pass or by feeding the work piece too quickly thereby causing an increase in power consumption and a spike in amperage draw An electrical extension cord that is too long or not the correct gauge of wire which can also cause an increase in amperage draw If an electric extension cord must be used follow the instructions and refer to the chart in the electrical requirements section at the beginning of this manual Overworked
10. BRO ELIMINATOR V BELT SCREW WASHER SPRING PLATE SCREW SPECIFICATION 13X28X3T 1 2 12NCX1 1 2 3 8 16NC SB8R 3 14AWGX3CX2000MM 3 16 24NCX1 3 4 14AWGX3CX850MM 5X5X30 2HPX230VX60HZX1PH 3 8 16NCX3 8 M8X1 25 8 4X15 5X1 6 M51 15 5 5 5 5 po S S J 5 33 MODELS 80 2001 8 80 200LHC 8360 Champ d Eau Montreal Quebec Canada HIP 1Y3 Tel 514 326 1161 Fax 514 326 5565 Parts amp Service Fax 514 326 5555 Order Desk orderdeskGgeneral ca www general ca IMPORTANT When ordering replacement parts always give the model number serial number of the machine and part number Also a brief description of each item and quantity desired
11. GAUGE xu E P 2 Re install the locking lever with flat washer as shown in C and tighten with the lock nut the lock nut oriented as shown in D Note Model 80 200L only This gauge is not required on model 80 200LHC due to the helical cutter head design Using a pair of pliers push a c clip into the inner grooves on each end of the knife setting gauge rod 3 Secure the foot on the rod by pushing a c clip into the exposed groove in the rod 2 Slide one foot onto one end of the rod 4 Repeat step 2 and 3 to install the other foot 5 Set the gauge aside for use whenever knife set tings need to be verified or adjusted CONNECTING TO A DUST COLLECTOR A dust port with a 4 opening is provided to accommo date connection to a dust collector not included Once the dust port has been installed be sure to use appropriate sized hose and fittings not included and check that all connections are sealed tightly to help min imize airborne dust If you do not already own a dust collection system consider contacting your General amp International dis tributor for information on our complete line of dust collection systems and accessories or visit our Web Site at www general ca ADJUSTING AND SETTING THE OUT FEED TABLE HEIGHT The out feed table should be set level with the highest point of the knives A The height of the out feed table should be verified and ajusted prior to first use It should also be verified and re
12. KEY OPEN END WRENCH OPEN END WRENCH HANDLE RETAINING RING RETAINER ROUND HEAD SCREW WASHER OPEN END WRENCH SPECIFICATION F6 1 2 12NC 3 8 16NCX1 10 5X28X3 3 8 16NCX1 1 4 M4X0 7PX10T 1 4 20NC 6 6X13X1T 1 4 20NCX1 2 1 4 28NFX7MM 5 16 18NCX3 4 13X22 7 3X25 10 2X18 5 ETW 9 MS5X0 8PX12 5 16 18NCX3 8 5 16 18NC 3 5 3MM 4MM 5MM 8 10MM 12 14MM ETW 12 MS5X0 8PX10 4 3X10X1T 17 19MM N I IN ETM INO AID IO 5 CG NJ OFM ND TO J JNO BL N N N PART NO 802001 01 80200L B02 80200L B03 80200L B04 80200L B05 80200L B06 80200L B07 80200L B08 80200L B09 80200L B10 80200L B11 80200L B12 80200L B13 80200L B14 80200L B15 80200L B16 80200L B17 80200L B18 80200L B19 80200L B20 80200L B21 80200L B22 80200L B23 80200L B24 80200L B25 80200L B26 80200L B27 80200L B28 HE019600 HT011510 JG110101 JG010302 HP170100 JG010304 HX010900 JE010031 JE010030 HNO31100 PJOF0801 821018 007 HTO40916 PJODOAO HH030415 PJOAOAO01 JG010032 HB030905 HW01 0800 HY019800 JG070002 HK013800 PARTS LIST 80 200L BASE DESCRIPTION WASHER HEX HD BOLT STAND MOTOR MOUNT STRAIN RELIEF COVER NUT KEY SCREW STRAIN RELIEF POWER CORD SWITCH SCREW STRAIN RELIEF DUST CHUTE MOTOR CORD KEY MOTOR MOTOR PULLEY SET SCREW HEX NUT WASHER VI
13. SETUP 5 OPERATION MANUAL 8 DELUXE JOINTER FEATURES Large surface ground cast iron tables for stability and added support when feeding longer stock Heavy duty three knife cutter head for clean fast superior finish cuts Jackscrew system for quick easy knife adjustment Large heavy duty centermounted cast iron fence with 45 90 and 135 positive stops Independent in feed and out feed table adjustment hand wheels Built in rabbeting ledge 4 dust collection port Includes 2 hand paddle style push blocks with onboard storage mounts Magnetic safety switch with overload pro tection Convenient front to back fence adjustment hand wheel Motor mounted on vibro eliminators for smooth quiet operation SPECIFICATIONS TABLE SIZE 9 1 4 x 74 7 8 235 x 1900 mm IN FEED TABLE L X W 36 1 2 x 9 1 4 936 x 235 mm OUT FEED TABLE L X W 36 1 2 x 9 1 4 936 x 235 mm MAXIMUM CUTTING WIDTH 8 203 mm MINIMUM CUTTING DEPTH 12 13 mm RABBETING CAPACITY 12 13 mm FENCE SIZE 4 x 38 102 x 965 mm CUTTER HEAD SPEED 5500 RPM NUMBER OF KNIVES 3 HELICAL BASE DIMENSIONS L X W 29 x 17 736 6 x 431 8 mm MOTOR M1 2 220 V 1 Ph 12A M2 2 HP 220 V 3 Ph 6 A 2 HP 600 V 3 Ph WEIGHT 572 LBS 260 kg 80 200L 80 200LHC REVISION 1 JANUARY 28 10 COPYRIGHT GENERAL INTERNATIONAL
14. adjusted periodically to compensate for knife wear and also upon knife replacement ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUST MENTS FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY Make sure that the the machine is disconnected from the power source To give yourself unimpeded access to the cutter head and upper pulley remove the cutter head guard and fence Set a straightedge onto the out feed table so that it sits over the cutter head but does not completely cross the gap between the tables and touch the in feed table A Turn the upper pulley by hand until any one of the Knives is at it s highest point Loosen table locking lever B Use hand wheel C to adjust the out feed table height so that the knife barely touches the straight edge Redighten locking lever B to secure the out feed table in position of cut is set by raising lowering the in feed WOSFEIESE Refer to the recommended depth of cut settings in section 33355 ABAK Basic Jointing Operations Instructions on page 22 THE MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CUT FOR ONE PASS IS 1 8 NEVER ATTEMPT TO REMOVE MORE MATERIAL THAN 1 8 IN ANY SINGLE PASS ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUST MENTS FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY 1 Loosen the in feed table height locking lever A r 5 RUE Important Never
15. all the guard 1 Remove the set screw A on the guard shaft 2 Turn and hold the tension adjustment knob and fit the shaft as far as it will go down into the mounting hole on the rabbeting arm at the front of the joint er C Note The c clip B on the shaft will keep the guard at the correct height above the tables 3 Totestthe tension pull back on the guard bringing it away from the table and release If you find the tension on the guard does not snap the guard back firmly enough hold the tension adjustment knob and remove the guard Turn the tension adjustment knob another 1 2 turn and re install the guard Test the tension again and repeat steps 4 and 5 until adequate tension if achieved Tighten the stop screw on the bottom of the shaft D to secure the guard in place ATTACH THE SWITCH BOK CONNECT TO THE MOTOR AN MAKE SURE THAT THE JOINER IS NOT CONNECTED TO A POWER SOURCE 2 Attach the switch box to the right side of the base switch box then remove the white cover B cabinet using the screws already mounted on the base 3 Runthe power cord with the strain relief attached C from the bottom of the switch box into the opening in the base cabinet D making sure the cord reaches the connection box E on the motor Loosen and remove the screw at the bottom of the Attach the wires H and replace the cover using the motor connection box F and remove the cover G supplied strain relief 1 to secure the cord in the
16. bt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the number the heavier the gauge TABLE MINIMUM GAUGE FOR CORD TOTAL LENGTH OF CORD IN FEET Esp RATING NR Not Recommended 8 DELUXE J OINTER 80 200L amp 80 200LHC BASIC FUNCTIONS This 8 jointer is designed for face and edge jointing in solid wood only The unit is not designed nor should it be used to surface or prepare plywood wood panelling particleboard MDF nor any other wood based by products nor any non wood based materials This 8 jointer is offered with 2 different cutter head options as follows Model 80 200L MI 8 jointer with standard 3 knife cutter head Model 80 200LHC MI 8 jointer with Byrd style helical cutter head with reversible four sided carbide inserts IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS OUTFEED TABLE RABBETING ARM CUTTER HEAD GUARD FENCE ASSEMBLY INFEED TABLE OUT FEED TABLE O gt ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL DEPTH OF CUT INDICATOR IN FEED TABLE ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL TABLE LOCKING LEVERS ATI SN R PUSH BLOCKS MAGNETIC SWITCH lt BASE WITH MOTOR REAR VIEW 90 FENCE STOP BOIT FENCE TILT LEVER TABLE DEPTH FENCE LOCK LEVER ADJUSTMENT TILT LOCK PIN FENCE LOCK LEVER FENCE ADJUSTMENT MOVING HANDWHEEL UNPACKING MODELS 80 2001 amp 80 200LHC Carefully unpack and remove the unit and its components from its shipping crate and check for missing or dam aged items as
17. chieving accurate work results Properly set knives will last longer and also keep their edge sharpness longer by equally sharing the cutting workload You may use the supplied knife setting gauge to help you set the knives to the correct height whenever re setting or changing knives Note If you prefer you may also find other aftermarket gauges jigs or knife setting tools that are to your liking ask your local tool distributor for information on any such tools that may be available in your market The cutter head on this unit is supplied with both adjust ment springs and jack screws A providing you with two Q options for setting the knives We suggest you try each JACK SCREW method at least once or twice and decide for yourself which method works best and fastest for you KNIFE KNIVES ARE VERY SHARP USE CARE WHEN HAN GIB DLING KNIVES BOLT SPRING Turn off and disconnect the machine from the power source To give yourself unimpeded access to the cutter head and knives remove the blade guard and lower the tables as far as they go Remove the fence to have access to the upper pulley and turn it by hand to rotate the cutter head to access one of the Knives Loosen but don t remove all the gib bolts B start in the center and alternate sides If replacing an old or damaged knife loosen the bolts until the knife can be removed and install a new sharpened knife Then position the gauge over the selected kni
18. circuit caused by operating on a circuit that is close to its amperage draw capacity Make sure the circuit being used is capable of handling the amperage draw from this machine as well as any other electrical devices operating on the same circuit If you are unsure consult a qualified electrician TO AVOID UNEXPECTED OR UNINTENTIONAL START UP MAKE SURE THAT THE POWER SWITCH ON THE SAW IS IN THE OFF POSI TION BEFORE CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE 1 Unscrew the 2 screws A and remove the control box Press the red reset button B front cover Reinstall the control box cover BASIC JOINTING OPERATIONS SURFACE PLANING 1 Inspect the stock before starting amp remove any foreign objects or debris Set the depth of cut as required 1 32 is recommend ed for face planing Less for hard wood or wider stock Set amp lock the fence at 90 If your workpiece is cupped place the cupped side face down on the infeed right table Set the position of the fence so that the length of blade remaining exposed is roughly 1 4 longer than the width of the board to be jointed Turn on the machine amp using push blocks press the stock against the table and tight to the fence feeding Hou RETO USE PUSH BLOCKS WHEN SURFACE PLAN ALWAYS USE PUSH BLOCKS HELP KEEP YOUR HANDS Inspect the board amp repeat the steps if needed until AT A SAFE DISTANCE FROM THE KNIVES WHEN SURFACE the surface
19. cutter head Repeat the steps until the rabbet is cut to desired depth MAINTENANCE MAKE SURE THE JOINTER HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PER FORMING ANY MAINTENANCE FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY INSPECTING REPLACING CUTTER HEAD KNIVES Model 80 200L only There are 3 knives installed in the cutter head at the fac tory With usage and normal wear over time it will eventu ally become necessary to replace the knives To maintain even knife wear always replace all 3 knives at the same time xen GA knives Gold n SEA 565566666 can be oraere rough your local ceneral Internationa distributor under part 480 205 High Speed Steel or 80 OOO 0000000 210 Carbide le Model 80 200LHC only O O There are 36 four sided carbide inserts knives installed in the helical cutter head at the factory With usage and normal wear over time it will eventually become necessary to reverse and or replace the inserts To maintain even insert wear always reverse all 36 inserts each time knife replacement is required If one of the inserts has been nicked or damaged on one of it s edges it can be simply reversed instead of replaced When needed replacement inserts B can be ordered through your local General International distributor under item 430 447 ALL Models Observing jointed workpieces as they come of
20. e areas are off limits whenever a machine is running for everyone but the individual operating the unit ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY COULD OCCUR IF YOU CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE YOU HAVE COMPLE TED THE INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY STEPS DO NOT CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO ATTACH THE JOINTER BED TO THE BASE THE JOINTER BED IS VERY HEAVY DO NOT OVER EXERT THE HELP OF AT LEAST THREE ASSISTANTS WILL BE NEED ED FOR THE FOLLOWING STEP Using a hoist or with the help of three assistants carefully lift the jointer bed onto the base A INSTALL THE V BELTS 1 Loosen and remove knob A then remove the upper pulley guard B to give yourself unimpeded access to the upper pulley C PULL SLOWLY DO NOT USE SHARP TUGS KEEP YOUR LOWER HAND FAR ENOUGH ABOVE THE MOTOR PULLEY TO AVOID PINCHING HAND BETWEEN THE BELT AND THE PULLEY 3 Using both hands carefully pull down on the belt to rotate the pulleys and allow the belt to seat itself in the groove as shown in E 4 Repeat step 3 to install the second belt F ea Align the 3 bolt holes on the jointer bed with the 3 holes on the base Use the supplied mounting bolts with lock washers B to bolt the jointer to the base through the 3 mounting holes from inside the cabinet and up into the bottom of the jointer bed C Note Only handdighten the bolts for now Final tightening will be done after p
21. e original proof of purchase and a letter of claim must be included a warranty claim form can also be used and can be obtained upon request from General amp International or an authorized distributor clearly stating the model and serial number of the unit if applicable and including an expla nation of the complaint or presumed defect in material or workmanship CONDITIONS AND EXCEPTIONS This coverage is extended to the original purchaser only Prior warranty registration is not required but documented proof of purchase i e a copy of original sales invoice or receipt showing the date and location of the purchase as well as the purchase price paid must be provided at the time of claim Warranty does not include failures breakage or defects deemed after inspection by General or General International to have been directly or indirectly caused by or resulting from improper use or lack of or improper maintenance misuse or abuse negligence accidents damage in handling or transport or normal wear and tear of any generally considered con sumable parts or components Repairs made without the written consent of General International will void all warranty TABLE OF CONTENTS Rules for safe operation Additional Safety Instructions for Jointers Electrical requirements Grounding instructions Circuit capacity Extension cords Basic functions Identification of main parts and components s Unpacking Preparation and p
22. ent Loosen the three gib nuts at the front of the out feed table D Using the supplied Allen key tighten all three gib set screws E an equal amount then test raising lowering the table Continue to adjust the set screws as needed until you find the right balance between easy movement and minimal play Repeat these steps for the in feed table gib nuts F then verify and adjust if necessary the out feed table height following the instructions in section Adjusting and Setting the Out Feed Table Height on page 16 OUT FEED TABLE IN FEED TABLE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE To prolong the service life of your jointer and to maintain optimum performance the following basic maintenance procedures should be practiced and become part of your shop routine Inspect test the ON OFF switch before each use Do not operate the jointer with a damaged switch replace a damaged switch immediately Keep the machine as well as the in feed out feed tables clean and free of saw dust woodchips pitch or glue Vacuum or brush off any loose debris and wipe down the machine and the tables occasionally with a damp rag An occasional light coating of paste wax can help protect the tables surface and reduce workpiece friction Ask your local distributor for suggestions on aftermarket surface cleaners protectant and dry lubricants based on what is readily available in your area Avoid using silicon based products that may affect or react with wood finishing prod
23. f of the machine and looking for signs of knife damage or wear is the best method to help you to determine when knives are due to be changed Signs to look for include EFFECT EXAGGERATED FOR CLARITY A raised ridgeline in the workpiece that runs a straight line from beginning to end of the board C This is ge nerally an indication that one or more knives has been nicked or damaged D by a foreign object such as a nail staple or other hard object hidden or embedded in the workpiece A slight washboard or chatter effect E which can be an indication of uneven knife wear causing one knife to cut slightly deeper than the others Rough irregular torn or fuzzy grain on a freshly jointed surface may be a sign of worn or dull blades causing the wood to tear out Sharp blades cut crisply and leave a relatively smooth finish Note Fuzzy grain can also be a sign of high moisture content in the workpiece If knives have recently been changed or if you suspect that moisture content and not dull knives is the cause set the workpiece aside and test by jointing other boards with known or acceptable moisture content If the jointed results using a different workpiece are smooth then mois ture content in your wood is the problem no adjustments can be made to the machine for this Set the wet stock aside and simply work with drier wood KNIFE SETTING OR REPLACEMENT MODEL 80 2001 ONLY Properly setting all three knives is essential to a
24. fe D d To use the adjustment springs to set the knife height Push the knife down with the gauge so that the edge of the knife is touching the center reference pads on the gauge E Hold the gauge down and tighten the bolts B to secure the knife in place Repeat for the 2 other knives To use the Jack Screws to set the knife height Use an Allen wrench to turn the screws C to raise or lower the knife as needed until the ideal posi tion both sets of feet of the gauge sitting flush on the cutter head and the knife barely touching the center reference pads on the gauge E has been achieved Repeat for the 2 other knives Re check the height setting on all the knives and re set if necessary Reset the tables and replace the fence and blade guard IMPORTANT After changing or resetting the knives the out feed left table height must be re adjusted to match the new height of the knives Follow the instructions in section Adjusting and Setting the Out Feed Table Height on page 16 HELICAL CUTTER HEAD INSERT REVERSAL REPLACEMENT MODEL 80 200LHC ONLY INSERT EDGES ARE VERY SHARP USE CARE WHEN HANDLING INSERTS MAKE SURE ALL INSERTS ARE FIRMLY SECURED IN THE CUTTER HEAD LOOSE INSERTS COULD BE EJECTED FROM THE CUTTER HEAD AT HIGH SPEED AND LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURIES Insert one of the two supplied starpoint screw 2 Remove the screw and insert drivers into the head of one screw A to prevent the cutter head from
25. ht coating of paste wax or use regular applications of any aftermarket surface protec tant or rust inhibitor PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP THIS MODEL 80 200L LHC JOINTER IS HEAVY 572 LBS 260 KG DO NOT OVER EXERT THE HELP OF OF AT LEAST THREE ASSIS TANTS A HOIST OR FORKLIFT WILL BE NEEDED FOR THE FOLLOWING STEP TO LIMIT THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE ANY EQUIPMENT USED TO LIFT THIS MACHINE HOIST OR FORKLIFT SHOULD HAVE A RATED CAPACITY IN EXCESS OF 572 LBS 260 KG This machine should be installed and operated only on a solid flat and stable floor that is able to support the weight of the jointer and the operator Using the dimensions shown as a guideline plan for pla cement within your shop that will allow the operator to work unencumbered and unobstructed by foot traffic either passing shop visitors or other shop workers or other tools or machinery ESTABLISHING A SAFETY ZONE For shops with frequent visitors or multiple operators it is advisable to establish a safety zone around shop machinery A clearly defined no go zone on the floor around each machine can help avoid accidents that could cause injury to either the operator or the shop visi tor It is advisable to take a few moments to either paint using non slip paint or using tape define on the floor the limits or perimeter of each machines safety zone Take steps to ensure that all operators and shop visitors are aware that thes
26. ial to the original purchaser for the life of the tool However the Limited Lifetime Warranty does not cover any product used for profes sional or commercial production purposes nor for industrial or educational applications Such cases are covered by our Standard 2 year Limited Warranty only The Limited Lifetime Warranty is also subject to the Conditions and Exceptions as listed below Standard 2 Year Limited Warranty All products not covered by our lifetime warranty including products used in commercial industrial and educational applications are warranted for a period of 2 years 24 months from the date of purchase General amp and General International agree to repair or replace any part or component which upon examination proves to be defective in either workmanship or material to the original purchaser during this 2 year warranty period subject to the conditions and exceptions as listed below To file a Claim To file a claim under our Standard 2 year Limited Warranty or under our Limited Lifetime Warranty all defective parts components or machinery must be returned freight or postage prepaid to General amp International or to a nearby distributor repair center or other location designated by General International For further details call our service department at 1 888 949 1161 or your local distributor for assistance when filing your claim Along with the return of the product being claimed for warranty a copy of th
27. ibration fence stops can over time become misaligned and should be checked periodically and re set if necessary To move the fence front to back 1 Loosen locking lever A 2 Position the fence over the cutter head as needed 3 Re iighten locking lever A To tilt the fence 1 Loosen locking lever B 2 Setthe fence 45 inward or 45 inward 3 Re iighten locking lever B To set the 90 fence stop Using a 90 combination or machinists square set the fence to 90 C Flip the 90 stop into position D Loosen the jam nut E on the 90 fence stop bolt Adjust the 90 fence stop bolt F until it makes contact with the 90 stop Retighten the jam nut To set the 45 outward fence stop Using a combination or machinists square set the fence to 45 outward G Loosen the jam nut H on the 45 outward fence stop bolt Adjust the 45 outward fence stop bolt I until it makes contact with the back of the fence Retighten the jam nut To set the 45 inward fence stop Using a 45 combination or machinists square set the fence to 45 inward J Loosen the jam nut K Adjust the 45 inward fence stop nut L until it makes contact with the 45 inward stop M Retighten the jam nut CHECKING KNIVES 80 2001 ONLY The knives have been factory set to the exact same height in the cutter head However we suggest that you verify that the knives are properly set prior to first use Accurate work result
28. is flat PLANING EDGE JOINTING 1 Inspect the stock before starting remove any foreign objects or debris Set the depth of cut as required 1 16 1 8 is recom mended for edge jointing Less for hard wood or wider stock Set 8 lock the fence at 90 If your workpiece is cupped place the cupped side face down on the infeed right table Set the position of the fence so that the length of blade remaining exposed is roughly 1 4 longer than the width of the board to be jointed Turn on the machine press the stock against the table and tight to the fence feeding the stock over the cutter head Inspect the board amp repeat the steps if needed until the surface is flat RABBETING 1 Remove the blade guard amp move the fence forward leaving only the width of the desired rabbet on the tables uncovered by the fence amp lock the fence in position REMOVE THE BLADE GUARD FOR RABBETING ONLY IMMEDIATELY REPLACE THE BLADE GUARD WHEN FINISHED DO NOT PERFORM ANY OTHER JOINTING OPERATION WITH THE BLADE GUARD REMOVED FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY Inspect the stock before starting amp remove any foreign objects or debris Set the depth of cut as required 1 16 1 8 is recommended for rabbeting Less for hard wood or wider stock Turn on the machine amp using push blocks press the stock against the tables rabbeting arm and tight to the fence feeding the stock over the
29. lacement within the shop 10 Additional requirements for set up Clean up Placement within the shop Establishing a safety zone Assembly instructions Attach the jointer bed to the base Install the V belts Pulley parallel alignment Verify belt tension Install the cutter head guard Attach the switch box connect to the motor 13 Install the fence and table height adjustment handwheels Install the dust port Install the base door Re position the fence locking handle Install the fence tilt lever Assemble the knife setting gauge Connecting to a dust collector Adjusting and setting the in feed table height depth of cut Checking adjusting the depth of cut indicator Adjusting the fence amp checking setting the fence stops Checking Knives mode 80 200LHC only Operating instructions Basic principles of jointing Selecting boards suitable for jointing Determine the concave face and edge of your bo Adjust fence front to back position Checklist before starting Connecting to a power source Magnetic safety switch Overload protection Basic jointing operations Surface planing Edge jointing Rabbeting Inspecting replacing cutter head knives Knife setting or replacement model 80 200L only Helical cutter head insert reversal replacement model 80 200LHC only Adjusting the gibs Periodic maintenance Recommended optional accessories Wiring Diagram Parts list amp diagrams Contact informati
30. ll your shop needs Magnetic micro adjustable planer and join ter knife alignment gauge 30 025 Keeps knives in perfect alignment accurate to 0 001 Suitable for all planer and jointer knives from 6 26 in length The easiest way to set planer and jointer knives Jointer knife alignment Jig 30 075 8 7 8 Alloy steel bars with 3 magnetic points for precise alignment of jointer knives Assures perfect finished cuts to an accuracy of 0 001 0 025 mm Can be used on most jointer models Replacement Jointer Knives 80 205 Set of three 8 High Speed Steel jointer knives Electronic Earmuffs 99 200 Highly efficient noise reduction to help pro tect your hearing when operating power tools Dial gauge micrometer for knife alignment 30 050 Precision built easy to adjust mounted on ena mel finished alloy steel Designed to rest squarely on the cutter head for fast accurate knife alignment Dial is easy to read and adjust BYRD Style Helical cutter head 200HB 4 rows total 36 inserts Replacement inserts 30 447 Replacement Jointer Knives 80 210 Set of three 8 Carbide jointer knives HELICAL GUTTER HEAD 200HB
31. oard in order to bring one face of the board or a series of boards perfectly flat A This perfectly flat face is then placed against the fence set at 90 to the tables to obtain a perfectly perpendicular 90 flat edge B This jointer is not intended and should not be used to joint any material other than solid wood SELECTING BOARDS SUITABLE FOR JOINTING l Jointing safety begins with the stock used with the machine Inspect the work piece carefully before jointing it Never joint a board that has loose knots staples nails or other embedded foreign objects If you have the slightest doubt about the structural integrity or stability of a board Do Not Joint It Only boards with the grain running more or less length wise are suitable for jointing C ALWAYS JOINT IN THE GENERAL DIRECTION OF THE GRAIN JOINTING AGAINST THE GRAIN OR JOINTING END GRAIN IS DANGEROUS AND MAY CAUSE THE WORKPIECE TO SHATTER DETERMINE THE CONCAVE FACE AND EDGE OF YOUR BOARD Place your board on a flat surface to identify its concave face D and edge E The boards must be jointed with its concave face and edge against the jointer table 9 De ADJUST FENCE FRONT TO BACK POSITION To limit your exposure to the Knives in the cutter head never take more knife length than is required to complete the cut Set the position of the fence so that the length of blade remaining exposed is roughly 1 4 longer than the width of the board to be jointed
32. on RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION To help ensure safe operation please take a moment to learn the machine s applications and limitations as well as poten tial hazards Generale International disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury that may result from improper use of its equipment 10 Do not operate this jointer when tired distracted or under the effects of drugs alcohol or any medication that impairs reflexes or alertness The working area should be well lit clean and free of debris Keep children and visitors at a safe distance when the jointer is in operation do not permit them to operate the jointer Childproof and tamper proof your shop and all machinery with locks master electrical switches and switch keys to prevent unauthorized or unsupervised use Stay alert Give your work your undivided attention Even a momentary distraction can lead to serious injury Fine particulate dust is a carcinogen that can be haz ardous to health Work in a well ventilated area and whenever possible use a dust collector Wear face eye ear respiratory and body protection devices Do not wear loose clothing gloves bracelets neck laces or other jewelry while the jointer is in operation Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair and wear non slip footwear Be sure that adjusting wrenches tools drinks and other clutter are removed from the machine and or the table surface bef
33. onstant improvements General International reserves the right to make changes to components parts or features of this unit as deemed necessary without prior notice and without obligation to install any such changes on previously delivered units Reasonable care is taken at the factory to ensure that the specifications and information in this manual corres ponds with that of the unit with which it was supplied However special orders and after factory modifica tions may render some or all information in this manual inapplicable to your machine Further as several gene rations of this model of jointer and several versions of this manual may be in circulation if you own an earlier or later version of this unit this manual may not depict your machine exactly If you have any doubts or questions contact your retailer or our support line with the model and serial number of your unit for clarification GENERAL amp GENERAL INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY All component parts of General General International and Excalibur by General International amp products are carefully inspected during all stages of production and each unit is thoroughly inspected upon completion of assembly Limited Lifetime Warranty Because of our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction General amp and General amp International agree to repair or replace any part or component which upon examination proves to be defective in either workmanship or mater
34. ore operating Keep hands well away from knives and all moving parts Use a push stick to feed stock and a brush not hands to clear away chips and dust Be sure that the knives are securely installed in the cut terhead 11 Always use clean properly sharpened knives Dirty or 12 dull knives are unsafe and can lead to accidents If using a power feeder stop the feeder before stopping ihe jointer Do not push or force stock into the cutter head The jointer will perform better and more safely when work ing at the rate for which it was designed Be sure that the cutter head has gained full operating speed before starting to joint Avoid working from awkward or off balance positions Do not overreach and keep both feet on floor Keep guards in place and in working order If a guard must be removed for maintenance or cleaning be sure it is properly re attached before using the tool again Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended by GENERAL INTERNATIONAL may result in equipment malfunction or risk of injury Never stand on machinery Serious injury could result if the tool is tipped over or if the cutting tool is uninten tionally contacted Always disconnect the tool from the power source before servicing or changing accessories such as knives or before performing any maintenance or cleaning or if the machine will be left unattended Make sure that the switch is in the OFF p
35. ork piece carefully before jointing it Never joint a board that has loose knots staples nails or other embedded foreign objects If you have the slightest doubt about the structural integrity or stability of a board Do Not Joint It GX ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS N BEFORE CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE OF YOUR POWER SUPPLY CORRESPONDS RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THE USER AS WELL AS DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE IF IN DOUBT CONTACT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN T WITH THE VOLTAGE SPECIFIED ON THE MOTOR I D NAMEPLATE A POWER SOURCE WITH GREATER VOLTAGE THAN NEEDED CAN BEFORE CONNECTING TO THE POWER SOURCE THIS TOOL IS FOR INDOOR USE ONLY DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN WET OR DAMP LOCATIONS NOTE VOLTAGE REQUIREMENTS AND AMPERAGE DRAW FOR M2 amp M3 3 PHASE MOTORS MAY NOT BE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL FOR COMPLETE ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS REFER TO THE MOTOR I D NAME PLATE ON THE MACHINE IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A LICENSED QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN BEFORE PROCEEDING GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS In the event of an electrical malfunction or short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electric shock to the ope rator The motor of this machine is wired for 220V single phase operation and is equipped with a 3 conductor cord A and a 3 prong grounded plug B to fit a match ing grounding type receptacle C DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED If it will not fit your recepta cle have the proper rece
36. osition before plugging in the power cord Make sure the tool is properly grounded If equipped with a 3 prong plug it should be used with a three pole receptacle Never remove the third prong Do not use this jointer for other than its intended use If used for other purposes GENERAL INTERNATIONAL disclaims any real implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury which may result from that use Additional S afet Instructions for J ointers Because each shop situation is unique no list of safety guidelines can ever be complete The most important safety feature of any shop is the knowledge and good judgement of the user Use common sense and always keep safety considerations as they apply to your individual shop conditions first and foremost in mind If you have any doubts about the safety of an operation you are about to perform STOP Do not perform the operation until you have validated from qualified individuals if the operation is safe to perform and what is the safest method to perform it 1 WORK PIECE KICKBACK Kickback is when the work piece is ejected at high speeds from the jointer table by the force of the cutter head To minimize the risk of injury from kickback always use push blocks and wear safety glasses Do not operate this machine if you do not understand kickback its causes and how to avoid it 2 CUTTER HEAD ALIGNMENT To reduce the risk of injury and to avoid kick back keep the to
37. p edge of the outfeed table aligned with the top dead center edge of the knife 3 PUSH BLOCKS Always use push blocks when jointing Never pass your bare hands directly over the cutter head without a push block to hold and guide the workpiece 4 WORKPIECE SUPPORT To make safe cuts and reduce the risk of injury support the workpiece adequately at all times Never attempt to make a cut with an unstable workpiece 5 KICKBACK ZONE The kickback zone on a jointer is the area directly in the path through and off of the end of the infeed table Never stand or allow others to stand in this area during operation 6 MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CUT The maximum depth of cut for one pass is 1 8 Never attempt to remove more material than 1 8 in any single pass 7 JOINTING WITH THE GRAIN Jointing against the grain or jointing end grain is dangerous and could produce chatter or excessive chip out Always joint with the grain 8 KEEPING GUARDS IN PLACE Except when rabbeting all operations must be performed with the guard in place After rabbeting be sure to replace the guard 9 PROPER CUTTING Always move the work piece over the cutter head from the infeed table towards the outfeed table until the work piece has passed com pletely over the cutter head Never back the work piece towards the infeed table 10 USING GOOD WORK PIECE STOCK Jointing safety begins with the stock used with the machine Inspect the w
38. per the list of contents below NOTE Please report any damaged or missing items to your GENERAL INTERNATIONAL distributor immediately LIST OF CONTENTS A JOINTER ASSEMBLY W FENCE O FLAT WASHER B CUTTER HEAD GUARD P PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW c DUST PORT TOOLS D 4 HAND WHEEL 8 10 mm open end wrench E 12 14 mm open end wrench F uu 17 19 mm open end wrench G 3 mm Allen key 4 mm Allen key 5 mm Allen key HELICAL CUTTER HEAD TOOLS REPLACEMENT PARTS Carbide insert Star point screw driver aa The safety switch is not already installed on the base MOUNTING BOLT Not included or required on HC model LOCK WASHER Included on HC model only PREPARATION AND PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SET UP 3 Extra people to assist with lifting Straightedge 45 amp 90 combination square Phillips Screwdriver Pliers or Vise grips CLEAN UP The protective coating on the jointer tables prevents rust from forming during shipping and storage Remove it by rubbing with a rag dipped in kerosene mineral spirits or paint thinner Dispose of potentially flammable solveni soaked rags according to manufacturer s safety recommendations A putty knife held flat to avoid scratching the surface may also be used to scrape off the coating followed by clean up with solvent Avoid rubbing the saw s painted surfaces as many solvent based products will remove paint To prevent rust apply a lig
39. ptacle installed by a qualified electrician CHECK with a qualified electrician or service person if you do not completely understand these grounding instructions or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded CIRCUIT CAPACITY Make sure that the wires in your circuit are capable of handling the amperage draw from your machine as well as any other machines that could be operating on the same circuit If you are unsure consult a qualified electrician If the circuit breaker trips or the fuse blows regularly your machine may be operating on a circuit that is close to its amperage draw capacity However if an unusual amperage draw does not exist and a power failure still occurs contact a qualified technician or our service department EXTENSION CORDS The use of an extension cord is not generally recom mended for 220V equipment If you find it necessary use only 3 wire extension cords that have 3 prong grounding plug and a matching 3 pole receptacle that accepts the tool s plug Repair or replace a damaged extension cord or plug immediately If you find it necessary to use an extension cord with your machine make sure the cord rating is suitable for the amperage listed on the motor I D plate An under sized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating The accompanying chart shows the correct size extension cord to be used based on cord length and motor I D plate amp rating If in dou
40. s can only be achieved when all three knives are properly installed and set to the exact same height in the cutter head To verify if the knives are set properly use the supplied knife setting gauge A following the steps below for each of the three knives ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUST MENTS FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY Make sure that the the machine is disconnected from the power source To give yourself unimpeded access to the cutter head and knives remove the blade guard Using the table height adjustment hand wheels lower the tables enough to allow the knife setting gauge to fit fully on the cutter head Remove the fence to have access to the upper pulley and turn it by hand to rotate the cutter head 5 Set the gauge onto the cutter head with the center refe rence pads of the gauge sitting directly above a knife 6 Observe how the gauge sits on the cutter head and how if the knife touches the center reference pads The ideal position has both sets of feet of the gauge sitting flush on the cutter head and the knife barely touching the center reference pads on the gauge B Should any or all of the knives not be set properly fol low the instructions in section Knife Setting or Repla cement on page 24 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BASIC PRINCIPLES OF JOINTING This jointer is designed to remove material from the bottom face of a b
41. ucts such as oil solvent or water based stains varnishes and lacquers Periodically inspect the power cord and plug for damage To minimize the risk of electric shock or fire never operate the planer with a damaged power cord or plug Replace a damaged power cord or plug at the first visible signs of damage All bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated and no further lubrication is required The fence assembly and table ways also should not be lubricated If you should encounter a sticking problem simply disassem ble and clear away any obstructions from the ways Regularly inspect jointed workpieces for signs of knife damage or wear and replace damaged or worn knives immediately Inspect the belts regularly To avoid potentially costly downtime consider keeping spare replacement belts on hand for use if needed Belts that show visible signs of wear such as cracks or fraying at the edges should be replaced immediately REGOMMENDED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES We offer a large variety of products to help you increase convenience productivity accuracy and safety when using your jointer Here s a small sampling of optional accessories available from your local General International dealer For more information about our products please visit our website at www general ca DUST COLLECTORS Dust collectors contribute to a cleaner more healthful workshop environment We offer a wide selection of top quality dust collectors to suit a
42. ulley alignment Place a V belt on the inner groove on the upper pulley D then fit and hold a portion of the oppo site end of the belt into the corresponding groove on the motor pulley PULIEY PARALLEL ALIGNMENT 1 Hold a straight edge flush to the face of the upper pulley A to check alignment with the lower pulley B If the pulleys are aligned Fully tighten the bolts that secure the jointer bed to the stand If the pulleys are not aligned Adust the position of the jointer bed on the base to obtain pulley align ment then fully tighten the bolts that secure the jointer bed to the stand UPPER PULLEY LOWER PULLEY Note If pulley alignment cannot be obtained loosen both set screws C located on the upper pulley and slide the pulley on its shaft D to obtain parallel alignment then re tighten the set screws VERIFY BELT TENSION Push down while 1 Push onthe belts with your finger The belts should not re tightening bolts move more than 1 2 I If needed tighten the belts by loosening the 4 motor i bracket mounting bolts and lowering the bracket i along the slotted holes then re tightening the bolts INSTALL THE CUTTER HEAD GUARD Tension is maintained on the cutter head guard using a spring loaded knob on the underside of the rabbet ting arm The tension causes the guard to automatical ly snap back against the fence and cover the knives once the workpiece has cleared the guard To inst
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