General International 90-290 M1 Use and Care Manual
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1. 1 B MITER GAUGE STORAGE BRACKET 1 C HANDWHEEL HANDLE 1 D WOOD SCREW 3 E HEX NUT 3 F RIP FENCE STORAGE BRACKET 1 G EYEBOLT Model 90 380 only 2 H WOODEN AUXILIARY FENCE 1 I FOOT BRAKE Model 90 290 only 1 J MITER GAUGE 1 K 12 14 MM OPEN END WRENCH 1 L 3 MM ALLEN KEY 1 M 4 MM ALLEN KEY 1 N 6 MM ALLEN KEY 1 O 8 MM ALLEN KEY Model 90 290 only 1 P PUSH HANDLE 1 Q 10 MM OPEN END WRENCH 1 R FRONT FENCE LOCK KNOB 2 S SQUARE NUT 2 Note Deluxe Excalibur Universal Bandsaw Rip Fence System is packaged separately Refer to the manual supplied in the box with the Excali2. 13 Blade Selection 14 Removing Installing the blade 14 Blade Clearance 14 Adjusting blade tension 16 Adjusting blade tracking 17 Adjusting the upper lower blade guides and thrust bearig 28 Positioning the upper and lower blade guide thrust bearing assemblies 18 Positioning the upper lower blade guides 19 Positioning the upper lower thrust bearing 19 Adjusting the blade guard for depth of cut 20 Changing spped settings model 90 290 only 20 Positioning the upper lower blade guides 19 Align the laser line marker to the blade 21 Operating Instructions 21 Connecting to dust collector 21 Checklist before starting 21 Operations step by step 22 To stop the machine 22 Using the rip fence 22 Using the miter gauge 22 Using the push handle 23 Cu
3. 90 380 WHEEL SPEED 2 600 840 RPM 90 290 1 800 RPM 90 380 MAX MIN BLADE WIDTH 1 1 4 32 mm 1 4 6 mm BLADE LENGTH 145 5 8 3700 mm 90 290 171 1 4 4350 mm 90 380 BLADE SPEED 2820 amp 3936 Lin FPM 860 1200 Lin MPM 90 290 4590 LIN FPM 1400 Lin MPM 90 380 TABLE SIZE TABLE HEIGHT 24 x 20 610 x 510 mm 37 3 8 950 mm 90 290 30 X 22 3 4 765 X 580 mm 35 1 4 895 mm 90 380 TABLE TILT 0 45 Right MAX WIDTH OF CUT MAX DEPTH OF CUT 17 5 8 450 mm 12 305 mm 90 290 21 5 8 550 mm 16 407 mm 90 380 MAXIMUM CUTTING RIP FENCE 16 405 mm 90 290 19 5 8 500 mm 90 380 DUST COLLECTION PORTS 2 x 4 102 mm MOTOR 90 290 M1 3 HP 220 V 1PH 16 A 90 290 M2 3 HP 220 V 3PH 8 4 A 90 290 M3 3 HP 600 V 3PH 3 5 A 90 380 M1 5 HP 220 V 1PH 26 A 90 380 M2 7 5 HP 220 440 V 3PH 22 11 A 90 380 M3 7 5 HP 600 V 3PH 8 A WEIGHT 605 LBS 275 kg 90 290 825 LBS 375 kg 90 380 Model 90 290 only Model 90 380 has 7 bearings THANK YOU for choosing this General International model 90 290 90 380 18 22 Wood Cutting Bandsaw This bandsaw has been carefully tested and inspected before shipment and if properly used and maintained will provide you with years of reliable service For your safety as well as to ensure optimum performance and trouble free operation and to get the most from your inves
4. 5 Using the supplied 3 mm Allen key loosen and remove bolt E 6 Loosen and remove the cap screw F on both red mounts G then remove the two red mounts 7 Remove the thrust bearing and mounting shaft H H The lower wheel is equipped with a cleaning brush that prevents pitch and sawdust build up on the lower tire Any pitch and sawdust that builds up on the upper wheel tire should be removed with a stiff brush or scraped off with a piece of wood Note To avoid damaging the tire do not use a sharp knife or any kind of solvent to remove pitch build up Verify that the brush keeps the lower wheel tire surface clean at all times With use and normal wear over time the brush hairs will soften and will not clean the surface of the wheel as well You then must lower the brush slightly Proceed as follows 1 Loosen the 2 screws A and slide the brush down along the mounting holes so that a fresh stiffer part of the hairs touches the wheel tire 2 Tighten the 2 screws A to lock the brush in position REPLACING THE WHEEL TIRE Wheel tires must be replaced if they get worn out or dam aged If it is worn out the blade will not track straight on the wheels Use a flat screwdriver to remove the tire from the groove on the wheel then install a new tire Note When replacing the tires stretch them around the wheels but do not glue them on LOWERING THE WHEEL BRUSH A A REPLACING LOWER WHEEL MOTOR BELT S Th
5. 50 126 127 48 136 101 128 133 134 135 48 137 138 139 7 51 50 103 104 105 106 107 103 105 59 105 BLADE GUIDE AND BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY 90 290 29 60 75 60 75 90 45 30 30 45 50 212 228 39 40 41 205 60 204 203 50 227 202 213 214 215 60 23 217 218 225 63 224A 41 40 216 73 51 50 55 219 223 222 48 221 229 5 229 4 229 1 229 2 229 3 229 6 229 230 231 232 233 236 235 234 TABLE ASSEMBLY 90 290 30 31 PARTS LIST 90 290 M1 REF N0 PART N0 DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY 1 90290 01 BODY 1 2 90290 02 BLADE TENSION LABEL 1 3 90290 03 HANDWHEEL 1 4 90290 04 HEX NUT 3 8 13 5 90290 05 HOUSING 1 6 90290 06 NYLON NUT 12MM 1 7 90290 07 HEX BOLT 5 16 X3 4 10 8 90290 08 HEX NUT 5 16 2 9 90290 09 HEX BOLT M12X150 1 10 90290 10 BLADE TENSION POINTER 1 11A 90290 11A ADJUSTMENT NUT 1 12A 90290 12A SCREW 1 13 90290 13 THRUST BEARING 1 14 90290 14 SPRING 1 15 90290 15 SPINDLE NUT 1 16 90290 16 STAR WASHER 30MM 1 17 90290 17 UPPER WHEEL SHAFT BASE 1 18 90290 18 UPPER WHEEL SHAFT 1 19 90290 19 WHEEL TIRE 2 20 90290 20 BEARING 4 21 90290 21 UPPER WHEEL 1 22 90290 22 WHEEL WASHER 2 23 90290 23 LOCK WASHER 3 8 18 24 90290 24 HEX B
6. B A REAR VIEW ADJUSTING BLADE TRACKING Ideally the blade should stay relatively centered A on both the upper and lower wheels Due to natural variations in castings blade thickness or den sity and tire wear absolute perfect centering alignment is rarely attainable A slight misalignment of the blade on the wheels is inevitable and as long as it is kept to a minimum following the steps listed below will not hinder the perform ance of the saw This misalignment is controlled and kept to a minimum pri marily by adjusting the tilt angle of the upper wheel When adjusting blade tracking to center the blade on the wheels and assuming that perfect centering is not attain able it is preferable to have the blade slightly off center towards the front of the wheels rather than towards the rear because the teeth on most band saw blades have alternating hook one inner one outer therefore if the blade is centered too far back on the wheel or if the blade tension is too tight inner hooked teeth will dig into the wheel tire and cause premature wear of the tire Nonetheless to avoid having the blade come off of the wheels on it s own during operation the front edge of the blades teeth should never be any closer than 3mm 1 16 from the front edge of the wheel B A B 3 mm 1 8 To adjust the blade tracking 1 Open the upper wheel cover door then rotate the wheel slowly forward by hand A and check through the win
7. 1 105 90290 105 SET SCREW 1 4 6 106 90290 106 PIN 1 107 90290 107 BLADE GUARD RACK 1 108 90290 108 BLADE GUARD PINION 1 110 90290 110 BUTTON HEAD SCREW 6X30MM 2 111 90290 111 EXTERNAL RETAINING RING S10 2 112 90290 112 BAKELITE BLOCK 4 113 90290 113 BUTTON HEAD SCREW 4X12MM 4 114 90290 114 BLADE GUIDE MOUNT 4 115 90290 115 SET SCREW 4MMX4MM 4 116 90290 116 BEARING SHAFT 4 117 90290 117 BEARING 10 33 PARTS LIST 90 290 M1 REF N0 PART N0 DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY 118 90290 118 FLAT WASHER 3 8 8 119 90290 119 CAP SCREW 8X55 MM 4 120 90290 120 BLADE GUIDE BRACKET 2 121 90290 121 BLADE GUIDE BRACKET SHAFT 2 122 90290 122 HEX NUT M6 2 123 90290 123 SET SCREW 6X50 MM 2 124 90290 124 ADJUSTMENT NUT 2 125 90290 125 CAP SCREW 5 16 X1 1 4 1 126 90290 126 SLIDE BLOCK 1 127 90290 127 HEX BLOCK 1 128 90290 128 BLADE GUARD 1 129 90290 129 DEPTH SCALE POINTER 1 130 90290 130 BLADE GUIDE BRACKET HOLDER 1 131 90290 131 SUPPORT SHAFT L 1 132 90290 132 THUMB SCREW 2 133 90290 133 EXTERNAL RETAINING RING S13 1 134 90290 134 WORM BUSHING 1 135 90290 135 EXTERNAL RETAINING RING S17 1 136 90290 136 HANDWHEEL 1 137 90290 137 WORM GEAR 1 138 90290 138 GEAR SHAFT 1 139 90290 139 GEAR 1 140 90290 140 DEPTH SCALE 1 141 90290 141 BUSHING 4 142 90290 142 HANDWHEEL HANDLE 1 143 90380 143 CAP SCREW M5 X 16 4 144
8. 2 Loosen the blade guard height locking handwheel C 3 Move the blade guard assembly up or down by turn ing the handwheel D Then re tighten the locking hand wheel C Note The depth gauge E on the blade guard can be used as a reference but it is not intended for high precision measure ments C E 20 D LOW SPEED HIGH SPEED FRONT BACK FRONT BACK LOWER RAISE A B C NOTE Now that you have completed the four adjustment steps which are an essential part of safe accurate bandsaw operation it would be a good idea to make yourself a checklist to ensure that each adjustment to the bandsaw is made in the proper order starting with the general safety precautions 1 Turn off the bandsaw and unplug the power cord 2 Adjust blade tension 3 Adjust blade tracking 4 Adjust upper blade guides and thrust bearing 5 Adjust lower blade guides and thrust bearing CHECKLIST BEFORE STARTING These additional safety measures should be be included in your checklist 6 Make sure all the blade guards are in place 7 Make sure the bandsaw table and work area in general are clean and free of sawdust and debris These steps should always be followed when any adjustment is performed the blade is changed or periodically as vibra tion and normal wear and tear on the machine could throw these parts out of alignment 21 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING TO A DUST COLLECTOR This bandsaw is equ
9. 33 90380 33 LOWER WHEEL PULLEY 1 34 90380 34 CAP SCREW 3 8 X1 1 4 6 35 90380 35 MOTOR PULLEY 1 36 90380 36 KEY 8X8X45 1 37 90380 37 BELT A36 2 38 90380 38 FOOT BRAKE 1 39 90380 39 HEX BOLT 1 4 X3 4 2 39A 90290 39A CAP SCREW 3 8 X3 4 2 40 90380 40 LOCK WASHER 1 4 8 40A 90290 40A LOCK WASHER 3 8 2 41 90380 41 FLAT WASHER 1 4 4 41A 90290 41A FLAT WASHER 3 8 2 43A 90380 43A BRAKE BAR 1 44 90290 44 BRUSH BRACKET 1 45 90290 45 BRUSH 1 46 90380 46 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW 3 16 X1 1 2 2 47 90290 47 BRAKE PAD 1 48 90380 48 SET SCREW 5 16 10 49 90290 49 HANDWHEEL 1 50A 90380 50A SCREW 1 51 90380 51 THRUST BEARING 1 52 90380 52 SPRING BASE 1 53 90380 53 SHAFT 1 54 90380 54 HEX NUT 3 8 13 55 90380 55 HANDWHEEL 2 56 90380 56 HEX BOLT 3 8 X2 6 57 90380 57 FLAT WASHER 3 8 2 58 90380 58 BUSHING 1 40 PARTS LIST 90 380 M1 REF N0 PART N0 DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY 59 90380 59 LOCK NUT 3 8 5 60 90380 60 FLAT WASHER 3 8 27 61 90380 61 HEX BOLT 3 8 X1 1 2 4 62 90380 62 HEX BOLT 1 2 X1 1 2 1 63 90380 63 LOCK WASHER 1 2 3 64 90380 64 FLAT WASHER 1 2 1 65 90380 65 HEX BOLT 3 8 X5 1 66 90290 66 DOOR LOCK KNOB 2 67 90380 67 SCREW 2 68 90380 68 LOCK KNOB 1 4 X3 8 2 69 90290 69 SCREW 1 70 90380 70 MOTOR MOUNTING PLATE 1 71 90380 71 MOTOR M1 5 HP 220 V 1 PH 26 A 1 71 A 90380
10. 4 212 228 39 40 41 205 60 204 203 4 227 202 213 214 215 60 23 217 218 225 63 224A 41 40 216 73 23 60 92A 219 223 222 48 221 229 5 229 4 229 1 229 2 229 3 229 230 231 232 233 236 235 234 TABLE ASSEMBLY 90 380 38 39 PARTS LIST 90 380 M1 REF N0 PART N0 DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY 1 90380 01 BODY 1 2 90380 02 HEX BOLT 5 16 X1 1 4 6 3 90380 03 LOCK WASHER 5 16 15 4 90380 04 FLAT WASHER 5 16 21 5A 90380 05A HOUSING 1 6 90380 06 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW 3 16 X1 2 14 7 90380 07 BLADE TENSION POINTER 1 8 90380 08 BLADE TENSION LABEL 1 9 90380 09 POINTER COVER 1 10 90380 10 SLIDE SHAFT 2 11 90380 11 SLEEVE BEARING 4 12 90380 12 SLIDE BASE 1 13 90380 13 RETAINER NUT 1 14 90380 14 SPRING 2 15 90380 15 SPINDLE NUT 1 16 90380 16 STAR WASHER 30MM 1 17 90380 17 UPPER WHEEL SHAFT BASE 1 18 90380 18 UPPER WHEEL SHAFT 1 19 90380 19 WHEEL TIRE 2 20 90290 20 BEARING 4 21 90380 21 UPPER WHEEL 1 22 90290 22 WHEEL WASHER 2 23 90380 23 LOCK WASHER 3 8 24 24 90380 24 HEX BOLT 3 8 X3 4 2 25 90380 25 BLADE 174 1 4 1 26 90380 26 UPPER DOOR 1 27 90290 27 HINGE PIN 4 28 90380 28 HEX NUT 3 16 4 29 90290 29 WINDOW 1 30 90380 30 CAP SCREW 1 4 X3 8 2 31 90380 31 LOWER DOOR 1 32 90380 32 LOWER WHEEL 1
11. T DUST OUTLETS U MOTOR 7 A P B C D F G E H I J K S Q T U L L N M O R Carefully unpack and remove the unit and its components from its shipping container and check for missing or damaged items as per the list of contents below NOTE Please report any damaged or missing items to your GENERAL INTERNATIONAL distributor immediately UNPACKING Extra person for help with lifting Phillips screwdriver Flat head screwdriver Feeler gauge set Combination square ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SET UP The protective coating on the saw table prevents rust from forming during shipping and storage Remove it by rub bing with a rag dipped in kerosene mineral sprits or paint thinner Dispose of potentially flammable solvent soaked rags according to manufacturer s safety recommenda tions 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 light coating of paste wax or use regular applications of any after market surface protectant or rust inhibitor CLEAN UP Tip With a screw driver push a solvent saturated rag into the T slots to remove the grease so the miter gauge will slide freely 8 LIST OF CONTENTS QTY A BANDSAW NOT SHOWN
12. dow of the upper wheel the position of the blade on the wheel The blade should remain as centered as pos sible on the wheel as it turns 2 If the blade tracking must be adjusted loosen the jam nut B on the tracking adjustment handwheel using the supplied 14 mm open end wrench then turn the handwheel Clockwise if the blade moves toward the front of the wheel This tilts the top of the wheel to the back and moves the blade toward the center Counterclockwise if the blade moves toward the back edge This tilts the top of the wheel to the front and moves the blade toward the center Note Turn the tracking handwheel in 1 2 turn increments re check and adjust again as needed 3 With the tracking set re tighten the jam nut B BLADE CLEARANCE Note As previously stated when performing blade installation removal tensioning or tracking maximum clearance between the blade and both upper and lower bearing assemblies is required to minimize friction which would be damaging to the blade Refer back and follow the instructions for blade clearance before performing blade track ing adjustments BEFORE MAKING BLADE TRACKING ADJUSTMENTS MAKE SURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED Turn CW if blade moves to front Turn CCW if blade moves to back B A 17 Note The upper and lower wheels are factory set to allow for easy and optimal blade tracking adjustments usin
13. 1 214 90290 214 ANGLE INDICATOR SCALE 1 215 90380 215 TRUNNION 1 216 90380 216 HEX BOLT 3 8 X1 1 4 4 217 90380 217 TRUNNION BASE 1 218 90290 218 LOCKING LEVER HANDLE 1 2 1 219 90290 219 TABLE LOCKING LEVER 1 221 90290 221 ADJUSTING RING 1 222 90290 222 SHAFT 1 223 90380 223 HEX BOLT 1 4 20X3 8 2 224A 90290 224 LOWER BLADE GUARD 1 225 90380 225 CAP SCREW 1 2 X1 1 2 2 227 90380 227 LOCK NUT 5 16 1 228 90290 228 TABLE INSERT 1 229 90290 229 MITER GAUGE 1 230 90380 230 FLAT HEAD SCREW 1 4 3 231 90290 231 AUXILIARY FENCE 1 232 90380 232 HEX NUT 1 4 3 233 90290 233 TABLE ALIGNMENT PIN 1 234 90380 234 HEX BOLT 4 235 90290 235 RIP FENCE STORAGE BRACKET 1 236 90290 236 MITER GAUGE STORAGE BRACKET 1 238 90380 238 PUSH HANDLE ASSEMBLY 1 F13 90075 F13 SQUARE NUT 2 F16 90075 F16 LOCK KNOB 2 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 8360 Champ d Eau Montreal Quebec Canada H1P 1Y3 Tel 514 326 1161 Fax 514 326 5565 Parts amp Service Fax 514 326 5555 Order Desk orderdesk general ca www general ca MODEL 90 290 90 380
14. 16 19 48 50A 51 52 49 17 18 20 21 20 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 6 30 30 31 24 23 22 20 32 19 20 33 35 37 38 39A 40A 41A 23 34 36 48 56 57 58 59 4 3 2 59 60 79 28 62 63 44 45 46 64 65 61 54 54 47 60 66 67 41 40 39 77 76 23 73 54 75 74 23 73 54 23 60 71 61 60 70 54 60 69 59 60 61 56 60 60 59 61 60 72 68 67 66 80 6 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 6 89 93 91 90 94 95 6 43A 99 92 92A 6 78 6 96 MAIN ASSEMBLY 90 380 36 146 113 112 143 144 145 147 105 141 140 119 4 116 48 124 123 122 132 114 117 118 119 4 102 3 4 130 131 120 121 117 111 115 115 116 116 115 114 113 118 117 119 112 110 117 111 40 41 132 4 116 115 114 120 121 122 123 129 90 41 3 4 102 108 48 124 125 3 4 126 127 48 136 101 128 133 134 135 48 137 138 139 102 3 4 103 104 105 106 107 103 105 59 105 BLADE GUIDE AND BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY 90 380 37 60 75 60 75 90 45 30 30 45
15. 61 90290 61 HEX BOLT 3 8 X1 1 2 4 62 90290 62 RATCHET HANDLE 1 63 90290 63 LOCK WASHER 1 2 3 64 90290 64 FLAT WASHER 1 2 1 65 90290 65 HEX BOLT 3 8 X5 1 66 90290 66 DOOR LOCK KNOB 2 67 90290 67 SCREW 2 68 90290 68 LOCK KNOB 1 4 X3 8 2 69 90290 69 SCREW 1 70 90290 70 MOTOR MOUNTING PLATE 1 71 90290 71 MOTOR M1 3 HP 220 V 1 PH 16 A 1 71 A 90290 71 A MOTOR M2 3 HP 220 440 V 3 PH 8 4 A 4 2 A 1 71 B 90290 71 B MOTOR M3 3 HP 600 V 3 PH 3 5 A 1 72 90290 72 WINDOW 1 73 90290 73 HEX BOLT 3 8 X1 2 74 90290 74 SHAFT COVER 1 75 90290 75 CAP SCREW 3 8 X2 4 76 90290 76 LOWER WHEEL SHAFT 1 77 90290 77 PIN 6X18MM 1 78 90290 78 WIRE CLAMP 2 79 90290 79 SPRING 1 80 90290 80 CONTACTOR 1 81 90290 81 CONTACTOR PLATE 1 82 90290 82 MOUNTING PLATE 1 83 90290 83 STRAIN RELIEF 2 84 90290 84 HANDLE 1 85 90290 85 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW 1 4 X3 4 2 86 90290 86 STOP BUTTON 1 87 90290 87 ON BUTTON 1 88 90290 88 POWER LIGHT 1 89 90290 89 CONTROL PANEL PLATE 1 90 90290 90 BUTTON HEAD SCREW 5X10MM 6 91 90290 91 LIMIT SWITCH 1 93 90290 93 LOCK OUT SWITCH 1 94 90290 94 TERMINAL BOX 1 95 90290 95 MOTOR CORD 1 96 90290 96 CLAMP 1 98 90290 98 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW 3 16 X1 2 2 99 90290 99 PLASTIC TUBE 1 100 90290 100 LOCK OUT SWITCH KEY 2 101 90290 101 HANDWHEEL 1 103 90290 103 SLEEVE BEARING 2 104 90290 104 GUIDE BRACKET
16. Even a momentary distraction can lead to serious injury 6 Fine particulate dust is a carcinogen that can be hazardous to health Work in a well ventilated area and whenever possible use a dust collector Wear face eye ear respiratory and body protection de vices 7 Do not wear loose clothing gloves bracelets necklaces or other jewelry while the bandsaw is in operation 8 Be sure that adjusting wrenches tools drinks and other clutter are removed from the machine and or the table surface before operating 9 Keep hands well away from the blade and all mo ving parts Use a brush not hands to clear away chips and dust 10 Adjust and position upper and lower blade guides before starting to cut Upper blade guide should be adjusted to approximately 1 8 above the material to be cut 11 Adjust blade tension and tracking before starting to cut 12 Saw teeth must point down toward the table 13 Be sure that the blade has gained full operating speed before starting to cut 14 Always use a clean properly sharpened blade Dirty or dull blades are unsafe and can lead to accidents 15 Use suitable workpiece support if the workpiece does not have a flat surface 16 Hold material firmly against the table 17 Do not work on long stock without adequate sup port on the out feed end of the table 18 If using a power feeder stop the feeder before stop ping the bandsaw 19 Do not push or force stock
17. into the blade The band saw will perform better and more safely when work ing at the rate for which it was designed 20 Avoid working from awkward or off balance posi tions Do not overreach and keep both feet on floor 21 Keep guards in place and in working order If a guard must be removed for maintenance or clea ning be sure it is properly re attached before using the tool again 22 Never leave the machine unattended while it is run ning or with the power on 23 Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended by General International may result in equip ment malfunction or risk of injury 24 Never stand on machinery Serious injury could re sult if the tool is tipped over or if the cutting tool is unintentionally contacted 25 Always disconnect the machine from the power source before servicing or changing accessories such as blades or before performing any mainte nance or cleaning or if the machine will be left un attended 26 Make sure that the switch is in the OFF position be fore plugging in the power cord 27 Make sure the tool is properly grounded If equip ped with a 3 prong plug it should be used with a three pole receptacle Never remove the third prong 28 Do not use this bandsaw for other than its intended use If used for other purposes General Interna tional disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury which may result from that use Rules fo
18. 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 Internationallwill void all warranty TABLE OF CONTENTS Rules for safe operation 5 Electrical requirements 6 Electrical Connections 6 Grounding instructions 6 Circuit capacity 6 Extension cords 6 Identification of main parts and components 7 Unpacking 8 List of contents 8
19. 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 doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the number the heavier the gauge 6 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 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS AMPERES AMPS EXTENSION CORD LENGTH 50 FEET 100 FEET 200 FEET 300 FEET lt 5 18 16 16 14 6 TO 10 18 16 14 12 10 TO 12 16 16 14 12 12 TO 16 14 12 NR NR NR Not Recommended A C B IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS FRONT VIEW A UPPER WHEEL COVER DOOR LOCK KNOB B BLADE GUARD HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL C PUSH HANDLE D BLADE TENSION ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL E MAGNETIC SAFETY SWITCH F UPPER BLADE GUIDE SYSTEM G MITER GAUGE H RIP FENCE I TABLE J LOWER WHEEL COVER DOOR LOCK KNOB K FOOT BRAKE REAR VIEW L LIFTING EYEBOLTS MODEL 90 380 ONLY M BLADE TRACKING ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL N BLADE TENSION SCALE O BLADE GUARD HEIGHT LOCKING HANDWHEEL P RIP FENCE STORAGE BRACKET Q MITER GAUGE STORAGE BRACKET R TABLE TILT LOCK KNOB S TABLE TILT LOCKING LEVER
20. 29M4 SET SCREW 3 16 24UNC 3 4 L 3 229 M5 90290 229M5 MITER GAUGE HEAD 1 229 M6 90290 229M6 FLAT HEAD SCREW 3 16 24UNC 3 8 L 1 229 M7 90290 229M7 T SLOT WASHER 1 229 M8 90290 229M8 GUIDE BAR 1 229 M9 90290 229M9 STOP 1 229 M10 90290 229M10 POINTER 1 229 M11 90290 229M11 SET SCREW 3 16 24UNC 1 4 L 1 229 M12 90290 229M12 GROOVE PIN 1 229 M13 90290 229M13 SET SCREW 2 229 M14 90290 229M14 SPRING 2 229 M15 90290 229M15 STEEL BALL 2 MITER GAUGE ASSEMBLY M11 M2 M3 M1 M5 M4 M6 M8 M12 M10 M9 M7 M13 M15 M14 MITER GAUGE ASSEMBLY 90 290 amp 90 380 PARTS LIST 90290 238 REF N0 PART N0 DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY A1 90290 A1 MAIN BASE 1 A2 90290 A2 FLAT WASHER 1 4 4 A3 90290 A3 LOCK WASHER 1 4 4 A4 90290 A4 HEX BOLT 1 4 X5 8 4 A5 90290 A5 HEX NUT 5 16 1 A6 90290 A6 T TYPE BASE 1 A7 90290 A7 FLAT WASHER 5 16 12 A8 90290 A8 LOCK NUT 5 16 4 A9 90290 A9 LOCK WASHER 8MM 4 A10 90290 A10 HEX BOLT 5 16 X1 5 A11 90290 A11 PUSHER 1 A12 90290 A12 LINK PLATE 1 A13 90290 A13 SPRING 1 A14 90290 A14 HANDLE SHAFT 1 A15 90290 A15 HANDLE KNOB 1 2 1 A16 90290 A16 HEX BOLT 1 A17 90290 A17 LASER 1 A18 90290 A18 WING NUT 2 PUSH HANDLE ASSEMBLY PUSH HANDLE ASSEMBLY 90 290 amp 90 380 35 1 4 3 2 5A 55 54 53 7 6 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
21. 71 A MOTOR M2 7 5 HP 220 440 V 3 PH 22 11 A 1 71 B 90380 71 B MOTOR M3 7 5 HP 600 V 3 PH 8 A 1 72 90380 72 WINDOW 1 73 90380 73 HEX BOLT 3 8 X1 8 74 90290 74 SHAFT COVER 1 75 90380 75 CAP SCREW 3 8 X2 4 76 90380 76 LOWER WHEEL SHAFT 1 77 90380 77 PIN 6X18MM 2 78 90380 78 CORD CLIP 1 79 90290 79 SPRING 1 80 90380 80 CONTACTOR 1 81 90380 81 CONTACTOR PLATE 1 82 90290 82 MOUNTING PLATE 1 83 90380 83 STRAIN RELIEF 2 84 90290 84 HANDLE 1 85 90380 85 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW 1 4 X3 4 2 86 90380 86 STOP BUTTON 1 87 90380 87 ON BUTTON 1 88 90380 88 POWER LIGHT 1 89 90290 89 CONTROL PANEL PLATE 1 90 90380 90 BUTTON HEAD SCREW 5X10MM 6 91 90380 91 LIMIT SWITCH 1 92 90290 92 HEX BOLT 1 2 X4 1 92A 90380 92A HEX NUT 1 2 2 93 90380 93 LOCK OUT SWITCH 1 94 90290 94 TERMINAL BOX 1 95 90380 95 MOTOR CORD 1 96 90380 96 CLAMP 1 99 90380 99 PLASTIC TUBE 1 100 90380 100 LOCK OUT SWITCH KEY 2 101 90290 101 HANDWHEEL 1 102 90380 102 HEX BOLT 5 16 X3 4 8 103 90380 103 SLEEVE BEARING 2 104 90380 104 GUIDE BRACKET 1 105 90380 105 SET SCREW 1 4 X1 4 6 106 90290 106 PIN 1 107 90380 107 BLADE GUARD RACK 1 108 90380 108 BLADE GUARD PINION 1 110 90380 110 BUTTON HEAD SCREW 6X30MM 2 111 90380 111 EXTERNAL RETAINING RING S10 2 112 90380 112 BAKELITE BLOCK 4 113 90380 113 BUTTON HEAD SCREW 4X12MM 4 114 90290 114 BLADE GUID
22. 90380 144 WASHER M5 X12 4 145 90380 145 PIN 5 X 14 2 146 90380 146 BLADE GUIDE EXTENSION BRACKET R 1 147 90380 147 BLADE GUIDE EXTENSION BRACKET L 1 202 90290 202 HEX BOLT 5 16 X1 1 203 90290 203 LOCK KNOB 1 204 90290 204 ANGLE ADJUSTMENT BRACKET 1 205 90290 205 ANGLE ADJUSTMENT BRACKET BASE 1 212 90290 212 TABLE 1 213 90290 213 SQUARE NUT 1 214 90290 214 ANGLE INDICATOR SCALE 1 215 90290 215 TRUNNION 1 216 90290 216 HEX BOLT 3 8 X1 1 4 4 217 90290 217 TRUNNION BASE 1 218 90290 218 LOCKING LEVER HANDLE 1 2 1 219 90290 219 TABLE LOCKING LEVER 1 221 90290 221 ADJUSTING RING 1 222 90290 222 SHAFT 1 223 90290 223 HEX BOLT 1 4 20X3 8 2 224A 90290 224 LOWER BLADE GUARD 1 225 90290 225 CAP SCREW 1 2 X1 1 2 2 227 90290 227 LOCK NUT 5 16 1 228 90290 228 TABLE INSERT 1 229 90290 229 MITER GAUGE 1 230 90290 230 FLAT HEAD SCREW 1 4 3 231 90290 231 AUXILIARY FENCE 1 232 90290 232 HEX NUT 1 4 3 233 90290 233 TABLE ALIGNMENT PIN 1 234 90290 234 HEX BOLT 4 235 90290 235 RIP FENCE STORAGE BRACKET 1 236 90290 236 MITER GAUGE STORAGE BRACKET 1 238 90290 238 PUSH HANDLE ASSEMBLY 1 F13 90075 F13 SQUARE NUT 2 F16 90075 F16 LOCK KNOB 2 34 PARTS LIST 90290 229 REF N0 PART N0 DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY 229 M1 90290 229M1 WASHER 1 229 M2 90290 229M2 HANDLE 1 229 M3 90290 229M3 NUT 3 16 24UNC 3 229 M4 90290 2
23. Additional requirements for set up 8 Clean up 8 Basic functions of the unit 9 Lifting and handling the machine 9 Placement within the shop Establishing a safety zone 10 Placement within the shop 10 Establishing a safety zone 10 Assembly instructions 10 Attach the storage brackets 10 Install the foot brake 10 Install the blade tension adjustment handwheel handle 11 Install the push handle 11 Install the fence assembly 11 Basic Adjustments amp Controls 11 Magnetic safety switch 11 Safety lock out switch 12 Foot brake 12 Connecting to a power source 12 Tilting the table 12 Adjusting the 90 table stop and re aligning the angle pointer
24. E 24 LUBRICATION Keep the rack and pinion A blade tension adjustment screw B as well as the table trunnion C well greased and free of dust or debris Clean and remove dust debris and old grease after every 10 15 hours of use After cleaning re apply grease as needed Use any all purpose grease The motor and all bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated no further lubrication is required No other part of this bandsaw needs lubrication A C 3 Keep the machine clean and free of sawdust Frequently blow out or vacuum up the sawdust and occasion ally wipe down the machine with a damp rag Note The wheels must always be kept clean Dirt on the wheels will cause blade slippage 4 Do not allow dirt pitch or gum to build up on the table blade guide thrust bearings Clean as needed with gum and pitch remover Note Do not immerse the bearings in the gum and pitch remover 5 To prevent rust from forming on the unpainted cast iron of the table and so that the wood slides easily while cutting apply a light coating of paste wax or use regular applications of any after market surface protectant or rust inhibitor TO AVOID EYE INJURY FROM BLOWING DEBRIS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES WHEN BLOWING OUT SAWDUST REPLACING THE BANDSAW BLADE The blade should be replaced when worn out Refer to the following symptoms to determine whether or not it is time to replace the blade It is not cutting as fast It is not a
25. E MOUNT 4 116 90290 116 BEARING SHAFT 4 117 90290 117 BEARING 14 118 90380 118 FLAT WASHER 3 8 8 119 90380 119 CAP SCREW 8X55MM 4 41 PARTS LIST 90 380 M1 REF N0 PART N0 DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY 120 90290 120 BLADE GUIDE BRACKET 2 121 90290 121 BLADE GUIDE BRACKET SHAFT 2 122 90380 122 HEX NUT M6 2 123 90380 123 SET SCREW 6X50MM 2 124 90290 124 ADJUSTMENT NUT 2 125 90380 125 CAP SCREW 5 16 X1 1 4 1 126 90290 126 SLIDE BLOCK 1 127 90380 127 HEX BLOCK 1 128 90380 128 BLADE GUARD 1 129 90290 129 DEPTH SCALE POINTER 1 130 90290 130 BLADE GUIDE BRACKET HOLDER 1 131 90290 131 SUPPORT SHAFT L 1 132 90380 132 THUMB SCREW 2 133 90380 133 EXTERNAL RETAINING RING S13 1 134 90380 134 WORM BUSHING 1 135 90290 135 EXTERNAL RETAINING RING S17 1 136 90290 136 HANDWHEEL 1 137 90290 137 WORM GEAR 1 138 90290 138 GEAR SHAFT 1 139 90290 139 GEAR 1 140 90380 140 DEPTH SCALE 1 141 90380 141 HANDLE 1 142 90290 142 HANDWHEEL HANDLE 1 143 90380 143 CAP SCREW M5 X 16 4 144 90380 144 WASHER M5 X12 4 145 90380 145 PIN 5 X 14 2 146 90380 146 BLADE GUIDE EXTENSION BRACKET R 1 147 90380 147 BLADE GUIDE EXTENSION BRACKET L 1 202 90380 202 HEX BOLT 5 16 X1 1 203 90290 203 LOCK KNOB 1 204 90380 204 ANGLE ADJUSTMENT BRACKET 1 205 90290 205 ANGLE ADJUSTMENT BRACKET BASE 1 212 90380 212 TABLE 1 213 90290 213 SQUARE NUT
26. OLT 3 8 X3 4 2 25 90290 25 SAW BLADE 145 5 8 1 26 90290 26 UPPER DOOR 1 27 90290 27 HINGE PIN 4 28 90290 28 HEX NUT 3 16 6 29 90290 29 WINDOW 1 30 90290 30 CAP SCREW 1 4 X3 8 2 31 90290 31 LOWER DOOR 1 32 90290 32 LOWER WHEEL 1 33 90290 33 PULLEY 1 34 90290 34 CAP SCREW 3 8 X1 1 4 6 35 90290 35 MOTOR PULLEY 1 36 90290 36 KEY 8X8X45 1 37 90290 37 V BELT B40 1 38 90290 38 FOOT BRAKE 1 39 90290 39 HEX HEAD BOLT 1 4 X3 4 4 39A 90290 39A CAP SCREW 3 8 X3 4 2 39B 90290 39B CAP SCREW 1 4 X3 4 2 40 90290 40 LOCK WASHER 1 4 10 40A 90290 40A LOCK WASHER 3 8 2 41 90290 41 FLAT WASHER 1 4 12 41A 90290 41A FLAT WASHER 3 8 2 42 90290 42 BRAKE BAR SHORT 1 43 90290 43 BRAKE BAR LONG 1 44 90290 44 BRUSH BRACKET 1 45 90290 45 BRUSH 1 46 90290 46 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW 3 16 X1 1 2 2 47 90290 47 BRAKE PAD 1 48 90290 48 SET SCREW 5 16 10 49 90290 49 HANDWHEEL 1 50 90290 50 FLAT WASHER 5 16 18 51 90290 51 LOCK WASHER 5 16 11 52 90290 52 HEX BOLT 5 16 X1 1 4 2 53 90290 53 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW 3 16 X1 2 4 54 90290 54 HEX BOLT 1 2 X4 1 32 PARTS LIST 90 290 M1 REF N0 PART N0 DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY 55 90290 55 HEX NUT 1 2 2 56 90290 56 HEX BOLT 3 8 X2 5 57 90290 57 FLAT WASHER 3 8 1 58 90290 58 BUSHING 1 59 90290 59 LOCK NUT 3 8 5 60 90290 60 FLAT WASHER 3 8 21
27. SETUP amp OPERATION MANUAL VERSION 3_REVISION 1 MAY 2013 90 380 92255913 Copyright General International 2013 MODEL 90 290 90 380 18 22 WOOD CUTTING BANDSAW FEATURES Heavy duty one piece frame designed for added stability Requires no further assembly Dynamically balanced cast iron wheels with replaceable rubber tires mounted on heavy duty bearings Solid cast iron table with heavy duty one piece trunnion and 0 45 right tilting action for bevel cuts Upper and lower dual bakelite block and 5 bearing deluxe blade guide system with 10 points of contact Model 90 290 only 2 cutting speeds for excellent results in either hard or soft woods Model 90 290 only Convenient blade tension adjustment hand wheel with tension scale Safety foot brake simultaneously slows down the blade and disconnects electrical circuit for quick blade stoppage and emergency shut off Powerful totally enclosed fan cooled TEFC industrial quality motor Magnetic safety switch with lock out switch key to prevent unauthorized use Cast iron miter gauge and dual miter slots in table for stable cross cuts on either side of the blade Deluxe Excalibur bandsaw rip fence system with curved guide block and a 6 wooden resaw auxiliary fence Onboard storage mounts for miter gauge rip fence Short cut off feed device keeps fingers safe ly away from the blade SPECIFICATIONS WHEEL SIZE 18 458 mm 90 290 22 560 mm
28. UST MENT HANDWHEEL INSTALL THE PUSH HANDLE An auxiliary wooden fence is also supplied for enhanced workpiece support when working with taller stock Install the auxiliary wooden fence as follows A BASIC ADJUSTMENTS AND CONTROLS MAGNETIC SAFETY SWITCH This bandsaw is equipped with a magnetic safety switch located on the control panel A at the front of the machi ne This magnetic switch is designed to protect the unit and the user from power surges power outages and un wanted or unintentional start up The switch assembly is equipped with a green ON but ton 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 RED button to the right to release the stop button B C A 11 CONTROL PANEL A SAFETY LOCK OUT SWITCH To prevent unauthorized use this bandsaw is also equipped with a safety lock out switch with removable key D located at the front of the machine on the control panel A When this switch is locked the machine cannot be started by pressing on the green on button B To start the saw set the power lock out switch to the on position the power in indi cator light E will illuminate SET THE LOCK OUT SWITCH TO THE OFF POSITION AND STORE THE KEYS IN A SAFE PLACE OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN WHENEVER THE BANDSAW IS NOT IN USE B CONTROL PANEL A D E FOOT BRAKE For quick
29. afety zone Take steps to ensure that all operators and shop visitors are aware that these areas are off limits whenever a machine is running for everyone but the individual operating the unit PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP This machine should be installed and operated only on a solid flat and stable floor that is able to support the weight of the bandsaw and the operator Using the di mensions shown as a guideline plan for placement with in your shop that will allow the operator to work unen cumbered and unobstructed by foot traffic either pass ing shop visitors or other shop workers or other tools or machinery Model 90 380 Model 90 290 39 357 8 743 8 457 8 373 4 805 8 SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY COULD OCCUR IF YOU CONNECT THE SAW TO THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY STEPS DO NOT CONNECT THE SAW TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS This bandsaw is supplied with convenient onboard sto rage brackets to safely stow the rip fence and miter gauge out of the way when not in use A Attach the rip fence storage bracket B and miter gauge storage brackets C to the left side of the saw as shown using the bolts and washers already mounted to the saw ATTACH THE STORAGE BRACKETS For your convenience this bandsaw is shipped from the factory partially assembled and requires only minimal assembly and set up before being put into servic
30. and regulations BEFORE CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE OF YOUR POWER SUPPLY CORRESPONDS WITH THE VOLTAGE SPECIFIED ON THE MOTOR I D NAMEPLATE A POWER SOURCE WITH GREATER VOLTAGE THAN NEEDED CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THE USER AS WELL AS DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE IF IN DOUBT CONTACT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN 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 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 Make sure the cord rating is suitable for the amperage listed on the motor I D plate An undersized cord will cause a drop in line
31. ar 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 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 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 the 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 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
32. blade stoppage and emergency shut off this band saw is equipped with a foot brake located at the bottom right of the machine This safety foot brake simultaneously slows down the blade and disconnects electrical circuit to the motor Notice The foot brake is not designed to function as the primary stop mechanism of this saw The foot brake should be used for emergency situations or any time it is necessary to immobilize the blade quicker than normal Under normal working conditions the red stop button should be used as the primary stop mechanism Continuously using the foot brake as the primary stop mechanism will lead to premature wear of the brake FOOT BRAKE CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SHOCK OR FIRE DO NOT OPER ATE THE UNIT WITH A DAMAGED POWER CORD OR PLUG REPLACE DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID UNEXPECTED OR UNINTENTIONAL START UP MAKE SURE THAT THE POWER SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSI TION BEFORE CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE Refer back to section Electrical Requirements and make sure all requirements and grounding instructions are followed Once the assembly has been completed plug the power cord into an appropriate outlet SWITCH OFF When you have finished using the machine be sure to unplug the bandsaw from the power source TILTING THE TABLE The table can be tilted to any angle from 0 to 45 to the right to allow for any type of bevel or angle cutting Refer to
33. ble to follow a cutting line as it used to REQUIRED MAINTENANCE ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTE NANCE B D E G G 25 A B 3 Loosen thumb screw C and remove the blade guide and thrust bearing assembly from the saw C 1 Turn off the bandsaw and unplug the power cord 2 Loosen and remove the two phillips screws A and remove the two see through guards Model 90 380 Model 90 290 I I 8 Using a 2 5 mm Allen key loosen and remove the set screw I on both left and right red mounts 9 Install new bearings in the red mounts then re tighten the set screw to secure the new bearings in place 10 To remove the thrust bearing from it s shaft J use C ring pliers K to remove the C ring L then slide the thrust bearing off the shaft 11 Install a new bearing on the shaft then re install the C ring J K L F F 12 Repeat steps 1 to 7 in reverse order to re install the blade guide and thrust bearing assembly Repeat steps 1 to 12 with the lower blade guide and thrust bearing REPLACING THE UPPER AND LOWER BLADE GUIDES AND THRUST BEARINGS Blade guides and thrust bearings should be verified each time the blade is replaced Check if they turn well If not the blade will get stuck or jammed between them and will wear prematurely Replace the blade guide bearings and thrust bearing as follows 4 Using a 10 mm wrench loosen hex nut D
34. bur Rip Fence for complete list of contents Packaged in the box with the Excalibur Rip Fence System B F C I J P D E G H K L M N Q R S O LIFTING AND HANDLING THE MACHINE THIS BANDSAW IS VERY HEAVY DO NOT OVER EXERT A HOIST OR FORKLIFT WITH CHAINS WILL BE NEEDED FOR THE FOLLOWING STEP TO LIMIT THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE ANY EQUIPMENT USED TO LIFT OR MOVE THIS MACHINE HOIST OR FORKLIFT SHOULD HAVE A RATED CAPACITY IN EXCESS OF 605 LBS 275 KG FOR MODEL 90 290 AND 825 LBS 375 KG FOR MODEL 90 380 A BASIC FUNCTIONS OF THE UNIT Both the 90 290 18 and 90 380 22 Wood Cutting Band saw are designed to accommodate blade widths from 1 4 to 1 1 4 The 18 model 90 290 is supplied with a 3 4 wide general purpose blade and the 22 model 90 380 with a 1 wide general purpose blade Note Generally speaking because the upper wheel height is somewhat adjustable to allow for blade tensioning a blade length variation of plus or minus 1 2 from the ideal blade length can be accommodated The Maximum inboard width of cut space between the blade and the body of the saw A is 17 5 8 for the 90 290 and 21 5 8 for the 90 380 For cutting thicker stock or for resawing the maximum depth of cut B or max workpiece height is 12 for the 90 290 and 16 for the 90 380 An adjustable rip fence C is supplied to serve as a straigh
35. ce support when cutting straight 90 or angled ends 0 to 30 The miter gauge rides in either the left or right table slot A and can be set to any angle up to 30 to the left or right To use a setting other than 90 loosen the locking handle B by turning it counterclockwise Rotate the miter head to the required angle shown on the angle indicator C Then turn the locking handle B clockwise to tighten it C B USING THE RIP FENCE 1 Set the fence down on the rail either to the left or right of the blade Note For narrow workpieces that fit between the frame of the saw and the blade A position the fence at the left side of the blade For cutting longer or wider workpieces position the fence on the right side of the saw blade 2 Adjust the positioning of the fence on the rail so that the distance from the inside face of the rip fence to the bla de matches the required width of cut 3 Lock down the fence locking handle B MAKE SURE TO LOCK THE FENCE IN PLACE BEFORE STARTING TO CUT AGAINST THE RIP FENCE A lock 22 B A A CUTTING CURVES When cutting curves carefully turn the workpiece so the blade follows without twisting If the curve is so sharp that you repeatedly back up and cut new kerf use a narrower blade or a blade with more set teeth further apart When a blade has more set the workpiece turns easier but the cut is rougher When changing a cut do not withdraw the wor
36. ck and out of position when the work is being fed into the blade and must be very close to the back of the blade to prevent damage to the blade during cutting Note Before adjusting the upper and lower blade guide assemblies make sure the blade is tensioned and tracking properly Adjust the upper and lower blade guide assem blies after each blade tension and tracking adjustment Whenever the upper guide bearings and thrust bearing are adjusted the lower guide bearings and thrust bearing should also be adjusted ADJUSTING THE UPPER LOWER BLADE GUIDES AND THRUST BEARING BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS MAKE SURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED B C C A A POSITIONING THE UPPER LOWER BLADE GUIDES The space between each bearing and the blade must not exceed 0 02 the thickness of a sheet of paper If less space is left the blade will get stuck or jammed between both bearings Too much friction will cause blade to over heat and break Adjust the positioning of the blade guides as follows B 1 Using a 6 mm Allen key loosen the two cap screws A 2 Adjust the left and right mounts B that hold the bakelite blocks C and guide bearings D to obtain a space of 0 02 the thickness of a sheet of paper between the blade and blocks amp bearings Tip Place a feeler gauge C or sheet of paper between the blocks amp bearings and the blade to make sure there is a 0 02 spac
37. de tensions will provide better results When working with narrower blades sawing shorter stock and making tighter curved cuts are best perform ed using less tension This bandsaw is equipped with a blade tension scale which can be used as a reference for the ideal setting with var ious blade widths To adjust blade tension proceed as follows BEFORE MAKING BLADE TENSION ADJUSTMENTS MAKE SURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED NOTE To prolong the life of the blade whenever the bandsaw is not in use for prolonged periods more than 24 hours loosen the blade tension handwheel to remove tension from the blade Over time maintaining tension on a blade that is not in use will cause the blade to deform by taking the shape of the wheels at both extremities This can weaken the blade and cause premature breakage 1 Refering to the blade tension scale A set the blade tension to correspond with the width of the blade installed on your bandsaw Adjust the blade tensioning by turning handwheel B Clockwise to tighten Counter clockwise to loosen the blade tension 2 With the saw turned off press against the side of the blade C to test the tautness of the blade For ideal results with most blade widths and cutting applications the blade should flex in no more than 1 4 to 3 8 3 Make a test cut on a sample piece of wood and if needed re adjust the blade tension 16 C
38. e 3 Re tighten the two cap screws A to lock the mounts in position 4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 with the lower blade guides D 1 Loosen thumb screw D 2 Turn the adjustment knob E to move the thrust bearing in or out until the bearing F almost touches the blade is 1 64 behind the back of the blade G 3 Re tighten thumb screw D to lock the thrust bearing in position 4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 with the lower thrust bearing 1 64 G E 19 POSITIONING THE UPPER LOWER THRUST BEARING The thrust bearings keep the blade from moving back and out of position when the work is being fed into the blade and must be very close to the back of the blade to prevent damage to the blade during cutting Adjust the positioning of the upper and lower thrust bearings as follows A B F C C D D E 0 02 0 02 CHANGING SPEED SETTINGS model 90 290 only The model 90 290 has 2 different speed settings low and high Low speed is to be used for cutting soft woods over 4 in height or hard woods over 2 in height High speed is best for cutting soft woods under 4 in height or hard woods under 2 in height Note If wood starts to burn at high speed stop and change to the lower speed setting BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS MAKE SURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED 1 Open the lower wheel cover door 2 Loosen ratchet lever A a few turns counterclockw
39. e B INSTALL THE FOOT BRAKE MODEL 90 290 ONLY 1 Open the lower wheel cover door 2 Attach the foot brake to the foot brake mounting bar as shown using the two 3 8 cap screws lock washers and flat washers already installed on the mounting bar 3 Firmly tighten with the supplied 8 mm wrench A C INSTALL THE EXALIBUR FENCE SYSTEM This bandsaw is supplied with an Excalibur Deluxe Bandsaw Rip Fence System Follow all assembly and adjustment instructions in the 90 075A manual supplied in the box with the Rip Fence System For added convenience two lock knobs with square nuts A are supplied with this bandsaw in replacement of the 5 16 screws flat washers and square nuts supplied with the fence system for front rail installation 3 Attach the push handle to the push handle bracket as shown using the two wing nuts A already mount ed on the push handle bracket 1 Thread the handle A on the blade guard adjust ment handwheel as shown in B 2 Firmly tighten the handle using the supplied 12 mm wrench A B C C C D A Loosely attach the 3 supplied screws and nuts A to the wooden fence as shown in B Install the wooden fence on the right face of the rip fence by sliding the nut of the 3 screw nut assemblies C in the T slot on the right face of the rip fence D Using a screwdriver tighten the screws to secure the wooden fence against the rip fence B INSTALL THE HANDLE ON THE BLADE GUARD HEIGHT ADJ
40. e then tighten locking lever A and lock knob B D E F 8 With the table set to 90 and the stop bolt at the correct height make sure the table tilt angle indi cator pointer is set to read 0 9 If the pointer needs to be adjusted loosen the screw G on the pointer of the front trunnion and adjust the pointer H to the 0 point on the scale Then re tighten the screw to secure the pointer in place H 13 1 Push the table locking lever B to the left to unlock the table 2 Loosen the table lock knob C and tilt the table until it is at the desired angle Refer to the angle indica tor A 3 Re tighten lock knob C and push locking lever B to the right to lock the table in position G B C A A B Common causes of blade breakage Poor blade guide or support bearing alignment and adjustment Forcing or twisting a wide blade around a short radius Feeding the workpiece too quickly Dull teeth Too much blade tension Setting blade guard assembly too high above the work piece Lumpy or improperly finished braze or weld on the blade Continuous running of the blade when not cutting BLADE CLEARANCE When performing blade installation removal tension ing or tracking maximum clearance between the bla de and both upper and lower blade guides support bearing assemblies is required to minimize friction which would be damaging to the blade Upper ass
41. e blade guard according to the thickness of your workpiece see section Adjusting the bla de guard for depth of cut on page 20 3 If a dust collector is connected to your bandsaw turn it on 4 Push the green ON button to start the bandsaw Note The power lock out switch must first be set to the ON position 5 Align the cutting line on your workpiece with the blade and feed the workpiece into the blade Tip The use of a roller stand provides an extra support for more convenience when working with longer workpieces TO STOP THE MACHINE 1 Push on the RED STOP button and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop 2 Turn your dust collector off TO REDUCE THE RISK OF DAMAGE TO THE BANDSAW OR THE WORKPIECE AS WELL AS POTENTIAL FOR PERSONAL INJURY AFTER INITIAL SET UP AS WELL AS BEFORE EACH USE MAKE SURE THAT EVERYTHING IS SECURELY INSTALLED AND THAT ALL FASTENERS AND MOVING PARTS ON THIS BANDSAW ARE LOCKED IN PLACE BEFORE STARTING THE MACHINE MAKE SURE TO HAVE ON SAFETY GLASSES AT ALL TIMES WHEN USING THE BANDSAW MAKE SURE YOU ARE WEARING SAFE APPROPRIATE WORKSHOP ATTIRE ROLL UP LONG SLEEVES SECURE LONG HAIR AND REMOVE ANY JEWELRY WATCHES RINGS BRACELETS OR ANYTHING THAT COULD GET STUCK IN THE MOVING PARTS OF THE BANDSAW POTENTIALLY CAUSING SERIOUS INJURIES USING THE MITER GAUGE Using the miter gauge supplied with your bandsaw allows for easier and safer sawing by providing workpie
42. e lower wheel on model 90 290 is driven by one belt while the lower wheel on model 90 380 is driven by two belts The lower wheel is driven by a belt s mounted on a pulley powered by the motor The belt s tension should be verified upon reception of the machine then every 6 months Push on the belt s with your finger The belt s must not move more than 1 8 If the belt s becomes too loose due to wear or if a breakage occurs you must replace it them as follows A B D 1 Loosen but do not remove the nut A located beside the motor plate as well as the ratchet lever B model 90 290 bolt C model 90 380 This will loosen the motor belt s 2 Loosen the bolt D located in the middle of the lower wheel using the supplied 14 mm open end wrench then remove the wheel 3 Install a new belt s on the pulleys 4 Re install the wheel 5 Re tighten ratchet lever B model 90 290 bolt C model 90 380 and nut A to tighten the motor belt s Model 90 290 Model 90 380 C 26 RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Here are some optional accessories available from your local General International dealer for increased con venience accuracy and safety when using your bandsaw 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 col
43. embly Using a 6 mm Allen key loosen the cap screw A on the upper blade guides support bearing assembly shaft Then move the assembly along the elongated hole in it s shaft going back as far as possible for maximum blade clearance Tighten the cap screw to lock the assembly in place Lower assembly Repeat with the lower blade guides support bearing assembly BEFORE REPLACING OR ADJUSTING THE BLADE MAKE SURE THE SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED REMOVING INSTALLING A BLADE 14 BLADE SELECTION There are a variety of different types of bandsaw blades on the market to suit various cutting applications Your results may vary based on usage experience and personal preference Ask your local tool dealer for suggestions for bandsaw blades in 1 4 to 1 1 4 widths based on what is available in your area Ideal blade length for model 90 290 is 145 5 8 and 174 1 4 for model 90 380 Note Generally speaking because the upper wheel height is somewhat adjustable to allow for blade tensioning a blade length variation of plus or minus 1 2 from the ideal blade length can be accommodated Some general guidelines to consider when choosing bandsaw blades Wider blades with fewer teeth per inch are best suited to cutting straight lines re sawing and for sweeping curves but will not turn tight radius curves They will cut quickly and aggressively but do have a tendency to bind
44. g the primary blade tracking adjustment handwheel which adjusts the angle of tilt of the upper wheel In extremely rare cases if acceptable blade tracking can not be attained through the primary adjustment it may eventually become necessary to make minor adjustments to the angle of tilt of the lower wheel The four cap screws D may be adjusted in or out to tilt the lower wheel up down or left right as needed C 18 POSITIONING THE UPPER AND LOWER BLADE GUIDE THRUST BEARING ASSEMBLIES The upper lower blade guides and thrust bearing are both assembled as one unit which can be moved back or forward To prevent damage to the blade the blade guide bearings must remain behind the blade teeth during operation Proceed as follows Upper assembly 1 Using a 6 mm Allen key loosen the cap screw on the upper guide assembly shaft C 2 Then move the upper assembly forward along the shaft until the blade guide bakelite blocks and bear ings are at least 1 32 behind the blade teeth do not protrude past the hollowed part of the teeth of the blade D 3 Re tighten the cap screw to secure the upper assem bly in position Lower assembly Repeat with the lower guide assembly 1 32 D The blade guide bakelite blocks A and bearings B keep the blade from moving from side to side during cutting and must be snug but not touching the blade in order to ensure accurate cuts The thrust bearing C keeps the blade from moving ba
45. ipped with two 4 diameter dust chutes to accommodate connection to a dust collector not included Be sure to use appropriate sized hose and fittings not includ ed and check that all connections are sealed tightly to help minimize airborne dust If you do not already own a dust collection system consider contacting your General International distributor for infor mation on our complete line of dust collection systems and accessories or visit our Web Site at www general ca ALIGN THE LASER LINE MARKER TO THE BLADE The laser line marker shines a straight line beam of light representing the line of cut onto the workpiece To align the marker to the blade 1 Place your workpiece on the table and set the height of the blade guard 2 Turn the laser switch A ON 3 Loosen lock nut B and turn the laser head clockwise or counterclockwise as needed to align the beam with the blade 4 Loosen hex bolt C to move the laser L bracket D left or right as needed until the beam overlaps the blade ALWAYS TURN ON THE DUST COLLECTOR BEFORE STARTING THE SAW AND ALWAYS STOP THE SAW BEFORE TURNING OFF THE DUST COLLECTOR A C B D OPERATIONS STEP BY STEP 1 Trace the cutting line on your workpiece with a pencil for cutting curves or adjust the laser beam to mark the cutting line for cutting straight lines If needed refer back to section Align the laser line marker to the blade on page 21 2 Set the height of th
46. ise and loosen nut B on the motor mounting plate then lift the motor by hand and tighten ratchet lever A and nut B to lock the motor in position This will loosen the drive belt enough to move it between one set of pulleys and the other 3 To set the bandsaw speed to the low setting 2820 Lin FPM 860 MPM place the belt on the front set of pul leys as shown in D 4 To set the bandsaw speed to the high setting 3936 Lin FPM 1200 MPM place the belt on the back set of pulleys as shown in E 5 After positioning the belt set the motor back to it s initial position to tighten the belt on the pulleys then turn ratchet lever A clockwise and re tighten nut B to secure the motor in place E D ADJUSTING THE BLADE GUARD FOR DEPTH OF CUT The blade guard can be moved up or down to accom modate the height of the work to be cut A To prevent the blade which is flexible and which would not otherwise be supported from slipping out of position during cutting and to reduce risks of injuries a minimum amount of blade should be exposed The blade guard should be set 1 8 1 4 above the work piece B to prevent the blade from flexing out of position or off line during cutting 1 8 1 4 A B BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS MAKE SURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED 1 Make sure the bandsaw is turned off and the power cord is disconnected from the power source
47. kpiece from the blade The blade may get drawn off the wheels To change a cut turn the workpiece and cut your way out through the waste material area When cutting long curves make relief cuts as you go along CUTTING CIRCLES 1 Adjust the blade guard assembly to 1 8 above the workpiece 2 Use both hands while feeding the work into the blade Hold the workpiece firmly against the table Use gentle pressure Do not force the work Allow the blade to cut 3 The smallest diameter circle that can be cut is deter mined by the width of the blade For example a 1 4 wide blade will cut a minimum diameter of approxi mately 1 1 2 MIN CIRCLE DIAMETER BLADE WIDTH 23 USING THE PUSH HANDLE The push handle helps to reduce the risk of user injury through contact with the blade It acts as a stock feeder allowing you to push the last few inches of the board through the blade as shown while keeping hands at a safe distance away from the blade PERIODIC MAINTENANCE NEVER OPERATE THE BANDSAW WITH ANY DAMAGED PART REPLACE A DAMAGED PART AT THE FIRST VIS IBLE SIGNS OF DAMAGE 1 Inspect test the ON OFF switch before each use Do not operate the bandsaw with a damaged switch replace a damaged switch immediately 2 Periodically inspect the power cord plug and the blade for damage PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTE NANC
48. lectors to suit all your shop needs Roller Stand item 50 150 item 50 160 item 50 170 We offer a selection of roller stands to suit all your shop needs Notes 27 1 15 16 19 17 18 20 21 20 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 53 30 30 31 24 23 22 20 32 19 20 33 35 37 38 39B 40 41 23 34 36 48 40A 56 57 58 59 50 51 52 59 60 79 28 62 63 42 44 45 46 64 65 61 4 4 47 66 67 41 40 39 77 76 4 75 74 23 73 4 23 60 71 61 60 70 4 60 69 59 60 61 56 60 60 59 61 60 72 68 67 66 80 28 81 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 53 89 93 91 90 94 95 98 41A 39A 43 99 9 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 10 11A 12A 14 13 8 48 49 54 55 6 6 78 92 MAIN ASSEMBLY 90 290 28 146 113 112 143 144 145 147 105 142 117 117 140 119 50 116 48 124 123 122 132 114 141 118 119 50 7 51 50 130 131 120 121 117 111 115 115 116 116 115 114 113 118 141 119 112 110 117 111 40 41 132 50 116 115 114 120 121 122 123 129 90 41 51 50 7 108 48 124 125 51
49. or get stuck in the cut if turned too sharply Narrower thinner blades with more teeth per inch will cut more slowly but can turn much tighter corners for cutting more intricate work A A To remove a blade BEWARE OF THE BLADE POPPING OPEN B A PROPER INSTALLATION IMPROPER INSTALLATION Note You may want to use a thick shop towel to handle the loose blade or wear a pair of heavy duty work gloves for the following steps To install a blade 1 Turn off the bandsaw and unplug the power cord 2 If you are installing a new blade carefully remove the blade from its package Hold it firmly with one hand as remove the twisties Slowly separate the coils the blade until it unravels into one hoop 3 To install a blade repeat the previous steps in reverse order making sure that the blade is installed with the teeth pointing forward A and down B With the blade properly instsalled proceed to blade tension adjustments on blade tracking adjustments as per instructions on the next few pages B C 1 Turn off the bandsaw and unplug the power cord 2 Release blade tension by turning the blade tension adjustment handwheel A counterclockwise 3 Remove the insert B from the center of the table and remove the table alignment pin C from the table slot 4 Remove the rip fence D then loosen the lock knobs E and then slide the front rail F to the left 5 Open the lower and upper wheel doors 6 Carefull
50. r Safe Operation To help ensure safe operation please take a moment to learn the machine s applications and limita tions as well as potential hazards General International disclaims any real or implied warranty and hold itself harmless for any injury that may result from the improper use of it s equipment 5 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS Both a manual circuit breaker or similar device as well as an electrical plug similar to the one shown are re commended and should be installed by a qualified electrician Use locally approved wire A that includes a separate grounding wire and a 3 prong grounding type plug B with a matching receptacle C GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS In the event of an electrical malfunction or short circuit grounding reduces the risk of electric shock to the oper ator The motor of the M1 model of this machine is wired for 220V single phase operation As with many stationary industrial type machines be cause each installation situation is unique this band saw is supplied without a power cord or plug The installation of an appropriate power cord and plug must be performed by a qualified electrician The ma chine must be connected to an electrical source using a power cord that has a grounding wire which must also be properly connected to the grounding prong on the plug The outlet must be properly installed and grounded and all electrical connections must be made in accordance with all local codes
51. tedge to guide the workpiece for longer rip cuts and includes an auxiliary fence face for additional fence height to support taller stock for resawing The fence can eas ily be removed and set aside when not required for example when making curved cuts To limit the potential for damage in transport this bandsaw is shipped from the factory bolted to its crate With a forklift or hydraulic pallet jack move the entire crate as close to the final installation location as possible and then uncrate the saw and remove the screws A that secure it to the crate Model 90 380 only Two hoisting eyebolts B are supplied for installation on top of the saw C to facilitate lifting and setting the saw down Make sure to use an appropriate capacity hoist or forklift with chains properly secured to the hoisting eyebolts and lift the saw from the crate and carefully set it down in the desired location B C C 9 A C B 10 PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP ESTABLISHING A SAFETY ZONE ESTABLISHING A SAFETY ZONE For shops with frequent visitors or multiple operators it is advisable to establish a Safety Zone around shop machi nery 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 visitor 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 s
52. the table tilt angle indicator A located under the bandsaw table to set the angle of the table to the desired position BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS MAKE SURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED A 12 ADJUSTING THE 90 TABLE STOP AND RE ALIGNING THE ANGLE POINTER To ensure that your 90 cuts are square and that angled cuts are accurate with the angle indicator scale the table default position must be set to 90 to the blade and the angle indicator pointer must be set to read 0 when the table is in the default 90 position To set the table stop bolt C 4 Using a 19 mm open end wrench loosen the jam nut E on the 90 table stop bolt then adjust the height of the bolt F until it touches the underside of the table 5 Loosen table locking lever A and table lock knob B and make sure the table is resting on the table stop bolt 6 Check the square and make sure the table is still at 90 to the blade If not re adjust the table stop bolt 7 Re tighten jam nut E You will now be able to accurately return the table to the 90 position automatically without further adjustments and scale reading for any angle other than 0 will also be accurate 1 Loosen table locking lever A and table lock knob B 2 Place a combination square C flat on the table with the heel of the square flat against the saw blade D 3 Level the table until it is exactly 90 to the blad
53. tment please take the time to read this manual before assem bling installing and operating the unit The manual s purpose is to familiarize you with the safe operation basic function and features of this bandsaw 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 constant 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 yo
54. tting curves 23 Cutting circles 23 Periodic Maintenance amp Lubrication 23 Periodic maintenance 23 Lubrication 24 Required Maintenance 24 Replacing the bandsaw blade 24 Replacing the upper and lower blade guides and thrust bearings 25 Replacing the wheel tire 26 Replacing the lower wheel brush 26 Replacing the lower wheel motor belt 26 Recommended optional accessories 27 Parts list amp diagrams 28 1 Do not operate the bandsaw when tired distracted or under the effects of drugs alcohol or any medi cation that impairs reflexes or alertness 2 The working area should be well lit clean and free of debris 3 Keep children and visitors at a safe distance when the bandsaw is in operation do not permit them to operate the bandsaw 4 Childproof and tamper proof your shop and all machinery with locks master electrical switches and switch keys to prevent unauthorized or unsu pervised use 5 Stay alert Give your work your undivided attention
55. ur machine Further as several gene rations of this model of bandsaw 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 ques tions contact your retailer or our support line with the model and serial number of your unit for clarification GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 8360 Champ d Eau Montreal Quebec Canada H1P 1Y3 Telephone 514 326 1161 Fax 514 326 5555 www general ca GENERAL amp GENERAL INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY All component parts of General General International and Excalibur by General International 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 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 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 Ye
56. y pull the blade from the side slot G blade guard H and from the wheels Note You may want to use a thick shop towel to handle the loose blade or wear a pair of heavy duty work gloves 7 Carefully hang the blade on a hook in a safe dry place in your workshop if it will be re used or dispose of it safely if it is worn or damaged D F 15 H G DO NOT ATTEMPT TO COIL UP THE BLADE AS IT WAS WHEN YOU FIRST PURCHASED IT AS IT HAS A TENDANCY TO POP OPEN UNEXPECTEDLY AND COULD CAUSE INJURY E E ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION Determining ideal blade tension is somewhat subjective It is learned through practice and experience and is some what dependant on personal preference and individual work habits A properly tensioned blade is critical to obtaining maximum performance from any bandsaw A properly tensioned blade will last longer and be much less likely to break prematurely If the blade tension is too loose you will notice that the blade will have a tendency to drift or slip off line when cutting and you will have more difficulty controlling your cuts A blade that is tensioned too tightly will break prematurely and will be difficult to work with when making tighter radius cuts The following information can be used as a guideline or starting point to assist you in determining ideal blade ten sion for your needs When working with wider blades re sawing taller stock making straight cuts or wide sweeping curves tighter bla
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