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1 RIP FENCE SYSTEM ONLY - TABLE SAW SOLD SEPARATELY REVISION 3 - AUGUST 27/10 COPYRIGHT GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 08/2010

2 GENERAL MFG (CO) LTD. 835, Cherrier Street, Drummondville (Quebec) Canada J2B 5A8 Telephone (514) Fax (514) THANK YOU for choosing this General MFG General T fence system. This fence system 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 investment, please take the time to read this manual before assembling, installing and using your General T fence system. The manual s purpose is to familiarize you with the safe operation, basic function, and features of General T fence system as well as the set-up, maintenance and identification of its parts and components. 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 committed to making constant improvements, General MFG 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 corresponds with that of the unit with which it was supplied. However, special orders and after factory modifications may render some or all information in this manual inapplicable to your fence system. Further, as several generations of this model of fence system 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 fence system 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.

3 GENERAL & 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 professional 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 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 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 explanation 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 consumable parts or components. Repairs made without the written consent of General Internationallwill void all warranty.

4 RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION To help ensure safe operation, please take a moment to learn the machine s applications and limitations, as well as potential hazards. General International disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury that may result from improper use of its equipment. 1. Do not operate the saw when tired, distracted, or under the effects of drugs, alcohol or any medication 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 saw is in operation; do not permit them to operate the saw. 4. Childproof and tamper proof your shop and all machinery with locks, master electrical switches and switch keys, to prevent unauthorized or unsupervised use. 5. Stay alert! Give your work your undivided attention. 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 and wear eye, ear and respiratory protection devices. 7. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets, necklaces or other jewelry while the saw is in operation. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair and wear non-slip footwear. 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 moving parts. Use a brush, not hands, to clear away chips and dust. 10. Be sure that the blade is securely installed and in proper cutting direction before operation. 11. Be sure the blade has gained full operating speed before beginning to cut. 12. Always use a clean, properly sharpened blade. Dirty or dull blades are unsafe and can lead to accidents. 13. If using a power feeder, stop the feeder before stopping the table saw. 15. Use suitable support when cutting stock that does not have a flat surface. Always hold stock firmly against the fence when ripping, or against the miter gauge when cross-cutting. 16. To minimize risk of injury in the event of workpiece kickback, never stand directly in-line with the blade or in the potential kickback path of the work piece. 17. Avoid working from awkward or off balance positions. Do not overreach while cutting; keep both feet on floor. Never lean over or reach over the blade and never pull the work piece over the blade from behind. Use out feed support or have an assistant help when ripping long material. 18. Keep blade guards in place and in working order. If a guard must be removed for maintenance or cleaning, be sure it is properly reattached before using the tool again. 19. Never leave the machine running with the power on when not in operation. 20. Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended by GENERAL INTERNATIONAL may result in equipment malfunction or risk of injury. 21. Never stand on machinery. Serious injury could result if the tool is tipped over or if the blade is unintentionally contacted. 22. Always disconnect tool from power before servicing or changing accessories such as blades, or before performing any maintenance, cleaning or adjustments, or if the machine will be left unattended. 23. Make sure that switch is in "OFF" position before plugging in the power cord. 24. 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. 25. Do not use this rip fence for any purpose other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, GENE- RAL INTERNATIONAL disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury, which may result from that use. 14. Do not push or force stock into the blade. The saw will perform better and more safely when working at the rate for which it was designed. 4

GENERAL T FENCE SYSTEM UNPACK FENCE RAILS, GUIDE AND REMOVE CARDBOARD END PROTECTORS.

Your hardware bag will contain the contents shown in Fig.

These instructions come in a plastic bag with an L-jig. Don t throw the L-jig away, you ll need it later!

The camfoot is already installed on the fence.

5 GENERAL T FENCE SYSTEM UNPACK FENCE RAILS, GUIDE AND REMOVE CARDBOARD END PROTECTORS. The bag of fastening hardware and the measuring tape will be found tucked inside one end of the guide tube. Your hardware bag will contain the contents shown in Fig.. NOTE: Bag contains extra fasteners that may not be needed for your installation. These instructions come in a plastic bag with an L-jig. Don t throw the L-jig away, you ll need it later! Packed with the fence itself are the pointer, locking handle knob and locking handle. The camfoot is already installed on the fence. ATTACH THE FRONT FENCE RAIL TO YOUR SAW Using the appropriate diagram for your model of saw and rails below, place 4 flat head countersunk screws, lock washers and nuts, below, to assemble the front rail to the front of the saw. But don t tighten the nuts yet. Note: The front rail, is the wider of the two rails and has holes in both faces. FOR MODEL 350/650/350R/650R 5

6 FOR MODEL / FOR MODEL FOR MODEL /50-300CE/50-305/50-305CE FOR MODEL / FOR MODEL

HOW TO ASSEMBLE GENERAL T-FENCE RAILS TO ANOTHER MANUFACTURER S SAW: If the pre-drilled holes in our rail do not match those on your saw, we recommend clamping the fence to your saw, using the L-jig

7 HOW TO ASSEMBLE GENERAL T-FENCE RAILS TO ANOTHER MANUFACTURER S SAW: If the pre-drilled holes in our rail do not match those on your saw, we recommend clamping the fence to your saw, using the L-jig described on the next page, and then drilling new holes through the softer cast iron metal of the saw, rather than that of the steel rails. Start with a smallgauge pilot bit, then use a 1/4 bit to finish the holes. 4 Inset the rail roughly the width of the fence: 4 Place the supplied L-jig, as shown at far right, on top of the table. Adjust the rail height until the bottom of the jig is flush with the rail shelf. Hold the nuts firm with a 7/16 wrench and tighten the two screws on left and right ends of the rail. Tighten the center screws only after doublechecking rail height using the L-jig all along the rail and at both ends. Assemble the guide tube,, to the front fence rail by fastening the 5 hex head bolts (3/8 x 3/4 ),, to the underside of the rail. Note: When the tube is attached, there will be a gap of about 1 between it and the rail,, in which part of the fence will ride. ATTACH THE REAR FENCE RAIL TO YOUR SAW Using the appropriate diagram for your model of saw and rails below, place hex. head bolts and where applicable lock washers and nuts to assemble the rear rail to the back of the saw. Remember that if you are using General T-fence rails with another manufacturer s saw, you may have to drill custom holes in your saw to fit. FOR MODEL 350/650/350R/650R FOR MODEL /

FOR MODEL 50-270 FOR MODEL 50-300/50-300CE/50-305/50-305CE FOR MODEL 50-450/50-460 FOR MODEL 50-550 ASSEMBLE THE FENCE LOCKING MECHANISM Install the locking handle,, (with the black

8 FOR MODEL FOR MODEL /50-300CE/50-305/50-305CE FOR MODEL / FOR MODEL ASSEMBLE THE FENCE LOCKING MECHANISM Install the locking handle,, (with the black magnet facing up) by inserting the pair of bolt and nut,, through it and tightening the nut. Important: Do not over tighten bolts or the cam and handle will be unable to rotate freely. 8

A better test is to slide the fence over to the right T-slot on your saw table top as shown in the diagram right,.

9 CHECK FENCE ALIGNMENT 1. To make satisfactory rip cuts, your fence must be aligned perfectly parallel with the saw blade. If not already done, install a saw blade and raise the blade to its highest point. Slide the left edge of the fence up against the right edge of the saw blade. Check that the two are parallel. A better test is to slide the fence over to the right T-slot on your saw table top as shown in the diagram right,. Lock down the fence handle and make a visual check that the fence is parallel with the T-slot all along its length. Also, you can place a small 3/4 thick block of wood,, upright into the T-slot and slide it from the front to the back checking its distance from the left edge of the fence. 2. If the fence is not parallel, it can be adjusted by using an allen wrench to turn one or both of the screws, or. Do this slowly, just an eighth to a quarter turn at a time, or you will quickly overshoot the desired adjustment. 3. The final check for parallel is done by ripping a piece of wood against the fence. If the back end of the cut shows blackish burn marks, the fence is not parallel to the blade and will require readjustment. Note: It is always good practice to periodically recheck the alignment of your fence to the blade. INSTALL POINTER AND MEASURING TAPE 1. Slide the fence so it touches the saw blade,. Lock down the fence with the locking handle. 2. Install the plastic pointer,, using the two screws & flat washers into the fence head, centering the pointer s two screw slots over the screw holes, tightening them firmly though not excessively. 3. Make a pencil mark on the guide tube in line with the pointer s center mark,. Remove the white backing strip from the measuring tape and carefully install along the guide tube using your pencil mark as the zero-point of the tape. The tape should sit about 1/4 inch back from the front edge of the guide tube. For accurate readings, the tape must be placed straight parallel with the guide tube. Try removing only an inch of backing strip from the start of the tape, stick that down, then remove the rest of the backing and pull the measure tape taut to the end of the guide tube and carefully lower it against the tube. Trim off excess tape with a knife or scissors. Note: Recheck, and if necessary, readjust the pointer against the zero-point of the measuring tape whenever you change blades. Different blades have different thicknesses, which can throw off the pointer a few fractions. 9

CHECK GUIDE TUBE FOR LEVEL Note: In some rare instances, the top surface of the guide tube, on which the fence slides, may not be parallel with the top of the saw table,.

Place 2 to 4 layers of masking tape along the back (or front) edge of the rail,, as needed to shim up the guide tube. 3. Replace the guide tube and check for parallel.

10 CHECK GUIDE TUBE FOR LEVEL Note: In some rare instances, the top surface of the guide tube, on which the fence slides, may not be parallel with the top of the saw table,. This can result in friction when sliding the fence and eventual scraping damage to the pointer and/or measuring tape. To correct this situation: 1. Remove the guide tube. 2. Place 2 to 4 layers of masking tape along the back (or front) edge of the rail,, as needed to shim up the guide tube. 3. Replace the guide tube and check for parallel. If you find that the guide tube is out of parallel with the table top from left to right, you should: 1. Refer back to Section II, loosen the screws on the front rail and use the L-jig again to ensure that the rail is at proper height from beginning to end. 2. Retighten the screws and replace guide tube. MAKE TEST CUTS TO CHECK POINTER ACCURACY 1. Once the measuring tape is installed and the fence is perfectly parallel with the blade and table top, check the pointer s center line against the tape s zero-point. If necessary, loosen the two screws to slide the pointer left or right into position. 2. For the final check, slide the fence to the right so the pointer points to the 2-inch mark. Use scrap wood to make several rips. If the cuts don t measure exactly 2 inches wide, readjust pointer. INSTALLING A TABLE EXTENSION Depending on your saw model and shop needs you may wish to add an extension table to your set-up. Whether supplied with the unit, purchased aftermarket or shop made, make sure the extension table fits between the saw rails and can be installed flush to the saw table. Clamp the extension table in place on the rails, and using the remaining holes on the rails as a guide, drill two mounting holes front and back through the table apron. Use the supplied washers along with the spare bolts and nuts to secure the extension table in place. 10

FENCE AND RAIL MAINTENANCE Keep fence and rails clean and free of obstructions and never use force. If the fence doesn t slide smoothly, stop and check for obstructions.

It is very dangerous to make rip cuts against a dirty, gummy fence as kickback and/or binding of the work and the blade may occur.

11 FENCE AND RAIL MAINTENANCE Keep fence and rails clean and free of obstructions and never use force. If the fence doesn t slide smoothly, stop and check for obstructions. A build-up of pitch, sap, or glue residue caused by ripping glued-up panels will tend to attract saw dust making the fence and rails sticky and gummy and preventing them from sliding smoothly. It is very dangerous to make rip cuts against a dirty, gummy fence as kickback and/or binding of the work and the blade may occur. Periodic wiping with a slightly damp rag as needed will keep your General T-Fence system clean and working smoothly. An occasional light buffing with a small amount of paste wax is recommended. A good choice is a silicone or Teflon based lubricant, usually sold in spray can form. RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES We offer a large variety of products for increased convenience, productivity, accuracy and safety when using your saw. 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 #B-050M - 28 x 36 extension table for General MFG 350, 650, 350R and 650R saws. # x 36 extension table for General International and saws. #B-050M, 28 X 36 EXTENSION TABLE #50-105, 27 X 36 EXTENSION TABLE #50-106, 29 X 36 EXTENSION TABLE #50-115, SUPPORT LEGS x 36 extension table for General International , , CE, and CE saws. # Adjustable support legs for #B-050M, # and # extension tables. #50-030, MOBILE BASE You may also want consider our model extension mobile base that is specifically designed for table saws with extension tables & support legs. #50-025, MOBILE BASE Our standard mobile base model can be used in cases where outrigger support is not needed. 11

P-21 F-42SA P-267 P-635 P-489 12-502 12-501 B-006SA P-707 P-760 12-503 P-791 B-008 B-012 B-014 P-249 B-007 P-987 P-639 P-804 P-799 PARTS LIST GENERAL T-FENCE PART N0.

12 P-21 F-42SA P-267 P-635 P B-006SA P-707 P P-791 B-008 B-012 B-014 P-249 B-007 P-987 P-639 P-804 P-799 PARTS LIST GENERAL T-FENCE PART N0. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY F-42SA FENCE BODY 1 B-006SA CAM AND HANDLE ASS Y 1 B-007 CAMFOOT 1 B-008 SIDE PANEL FOR 42 GUIDE 2 B-012 ARBORITE GUIDE COVERS FOR F-42 2 P-267 BLACK T MOLDINGS 1/8 x 1/2 x 96 2 P-489 FLAT WASHERS 3/16 SAE 2 P-369 SELF TAPPING SCREWS - NOT SHOWN /4 HEX. HD 5/16 12 P-635 ROUND HD SLOT MACH. SCREW x 3/8 2 P-639 HEX. HD CAP SCREW 1/4-20 x 1 3/4 1 P-707 NUT 3/8-16 (NYLON INSERT) 1 P-760 NUT 1/4-20 (NYLON INSERT) 7/16 1 P-791 FENCE ALIGNMENT SET SCREWS 3/8-16 X 5/16 2 P-799 NYLON PADS 6 P-804 HAIRLINE POINTER 1 P-987 HEX. HD CAP SCREW 3/8-16 x 1 3/4 1 B-014 L JIG FOR F REAR RAIL FOR 50 T-FENCE FRONT RAIL FOR 50 T-FENCE GUIDE TUBE FOR 50 T-FENCE 1 P-21 ADHESIVE MEASURING TAPE 1 P-249 HANDLE 35C HOLE 1 12 F-42 - COMPLETE FENCE ASS Y T50 - COMPLETE 50 GUIDE RAIL SET

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14 GENERAL T -FENCE 835, Cherrier Street, Drummondville (Quebec) Canada J2B 5A8 Tel.: (514) Fax: (514) Parts & Service / Fax: (514) Order Desk orderdesk@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.

RIP FENCE SYSTEM ONLY - TABLE SAW SOLD SEPARATELY

RIP FENCE SYSTEM ONLY - TABLE SAW SOLD SEPARATELY REVISION 4 SEPTEMBER 18/08 GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 8360 Champ-d Eau, Montreal (Quebec) Canada H1P 1Y3 Telephone (514) 326-1161 Fax (514) 326-5555 www.general.ca