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1 Heavy duty open steel stand for greater stability. High quality conveyor belt for longer service life. Large hand wheel adjusts conveyor table height. Graduated depth scale in both inches and metric to indicate sanding thickness. Independent switches with removable safety key for both conveyor motor and main motor. 4 dust outlet. MXIMUM SNDING WIDTH 13 (330 MM) MXIMUM SNDING THICKNESS (95 MM) MINIMUM SNDING THICKNESS 1 4 (6 MM) MINIMUM SNDING LENGTH 5 (127 MM) DRUM DIMETER 5 (127 MM) DRUM SPEED 1550 RPM FEEDING SPEED 6 TO 20 FPM (1.8 TO 6.2 M/MIN) MIN MOTOR HP, 110 V, 13 CONVEYOR MOTOR 1 15 HP WEIGHT (WITH STND) 298 LS (135.4 KG) VERSION 2_ REVISION 2 - PRIL 4, 2014 ( ) COPYRIGHT GENERL INTERNTIONL

2 GENERL INTERNTIONL 8360 Champ-d Eau, Montreal (Quebec) Canada H1P 1Y3 Telephone (514) Fax (514) THNK YOU for choosing this General International model Horizontal Single Drum Sander. This sander has been carefully tested and inspected before shipment and if properly used and maintained, will provide you with years of reliable service. To ensure optimum performance and trouble-free operation, and to get the most from your investment, please take the time to read this manual before assembling, installing and operating the unit. The manual s purpose is to familiarize you with the safe operation, basic function, and features of this sander 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. ecause we are committed 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 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 machine. Further, as several generations of this model of sander and several versions of this manual may be in circulation, if you own an earlier or later version of this unit, this manual may not depict your machine exactly. If you have any doubts or questions contact your retailer or our support line with the model and serial number of your unit for clarification.

3 GENERL & GENERL INTERNTIONL WRRNTY ll 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 ecause 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 professionnal 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 ll 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. long 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 ND 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 TLE OF CONTENTS SFETY RULES ELECTRICL REQUIREMENTS Grounding instructions Circuit capacity Extension cords IDENTIFICTION OF MIN PRTS ND COMPONENTS OPERTING INSTRUCTIONS Checking before starting Operations step-by-step To stop the machine CHNGING/REPLCING THE SNDING ELT...15 Removing the sanding belt Mounting a new sanding belt LURICTION SIC FUNCTIONS PERIODIC MINTENNCE UNPCKING List of contents dditional requirements for set up SSEMLY INSTRUCTIONS Install the carrying handles Install the conveyor height adjustment hand wheel ssemble the stand Fasten the sander to the stand or to your shop-made bench REQUIRED MINTENNCE RECOMMENDED OPTIONL CCESSORIES PRTS LIST ND DIGRMS CONNECTING TO DUST COLLECTOR SIC DJUSTMENTS & CONTROLS Connecting to a power source ON/OFF power switches Drum motor ON/OFF switch Conveyor motor ON/OFF switch Raising/Lowering the conveyor table Changing feed speed

5 RULES FOR SFE OPERTION 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 sander 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 sander is in operation; do not permit them to operate the sander. 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 wear eye, ear and respiratory protection devices. 7. Do not operate this sander without an adequate dust collection system properly installed and running. Operating this sander without adequate dust collection can lead to equipment malfunction or dangerous situations for the operator or other individuals in the workshop. 8. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets, necklaces or other jewelry while the sander is in operation. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair and wear non-slip footwear. 9. e sure that adjusting wrenches, tools, drinks and other clutter are removed from the machine and/or the feed table surface before operating. 10. Keep hands well away from the sanding belts and all moving parts. Use a brush, not hands, to clear away sanding dust. 11. e sure sanding belts are securely installed on the sanding drums. 13. Do not push or force the workpiece into the sander. The machine will perform better and more safely when working at the feed rate for which it was designed. 14. void working from awkward or off balance positions. Do not overreach and keep both feet on floor. 15. To minimize risk of injury in the event of workpiece kickback, never stand directly in-line with the sanding belt or in the potential kickback path of the work piece. 16. Keep guards in place and in working order. If a guard must be removed for maintenance or cleaning, be sure it is properly re-attached before using the tool again. 17. Never leave the machine unattended while it is running or with the power on. 18. Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended by GENERL INTERNTIONL may result in equipment malfunction or risk of injury. 19. Never stand on the machine. Serious injury could occur if the sander is tipped over or if the sanding belt is unintentionally contacted. 20. lways disconnect the tool from the power source before servicing, changing accessories or sanding belts, or before performing any maintenance or cleaning, or if the machine will be left unattended. 21. Make sure that switch is in OFF position before plugging in the power cord. 22. 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. 23. Do not use the sander for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, GENERL INTER NTIONL disclaims any real implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury, which may result from that use. 12. Do not operate the sander if the sanding belts are damaged or badly worn. 5

6 ELECTRICL REQUIREMENTS EFORE CONNECTING THE MCHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE, VERIFY THT THE VOLTGE OF YOUR POWER SUPPLY CORRESPONDS WITH THE VOLTGE SPECIFIED ON THE MOTOR I.D. NMEPLTE. POWER SOURCE WITH GRETER VOLTGE THN NEEDED CN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THE USER S WELL S DMGE TO THE MCHINE. IF IN DOUT, CONTCT QULIFIED ELECTRICIN EFORE CONNECTING TO THE POWER SOURCE. THIS TOOL IS FOR INDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT EXPOSE TO RIN OR USE IN WET OR DMP LOCTIONS. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS In the event of an electrical malfunction or short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock. The motor of this machine is wired for 110V single phase operation and is equipped with a 3-conductor cord and a 3- prong grounding plug to fit a grounded type receptacle. Do not remove the 3rd prong (grounding pin) to make it fit into an old 2-hole wall socket or extension cord. If an adaptor plug is used C, it must be attached to the metal screw of the receptacle. Note: The use of an adaptor plug is illegal in some areas. Check your local codes. If you have any doubts or if the supplied plug does not correspond to your electrical outlet, consult a qualified eletrician before proceeding. C EXTENSION CORDS If you find it necessary to use an extension cord with your machine, 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. n undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. The accompanying chart shows the correct size extension cord to be used based on cord length and motor I.D. plate amp rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the number, the heavier the gauge. MPERES (MPS) EXTENSION CORD LENGTH 25 FEET 50 FEET 100 FEET 150 FEET < TO TO TO * NR * NR * NR = Not Recommended CIRCUIT CPCITY 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. 6

7 13 HORIZONTL SINGLE DRUM SNDER M1 IDENTIFICTION OF MIN PRTS ND COMPONENTS H C E D K F I G J - CONVEYOR TLE HEIGHT DJUSTMENT HND WHEEL - DUST OUTLET C - CONVEYOR MOTOR STRT/STOP SWITCH WITH SFETY KEY D - CONVEYOR ELT SPEED DJUSTING KNO E - SNDING DRUM MOTOR POWER SWITCH F - CONVEYOR ELT G - GRDUTED DEPTH SCLE H - SNDING DRUM (UNDER DRUM COVER) I - CONVEYOR TLE J - OPEN STND K - CRRYING HNDLE 7

8 SIC FUNCTIONS This drum sander is designed for surface sanding of flat wooden panels, glue-ups and other natural wood products, having a minimum length of 5 and up to a maximum width of 13. The minimum/maximum capacity (workpiece thickness range), is from 1/4 up to 3 3/4. This sander is not intended (and should not be used) to sand any material other than wood. SIC PRINCIPLES OF SNDING It is always preferable to remove less material per pass and take multiple passes. This can extend sanding belt life, place less strain on the motor and provide better workpiece finish quality. DO NOT USE THIS SNDER S THICKNESS PLNER. NEVER TTEMPT TO REMOVE MORE THN THE DEPTH OF THE GRIN OF THE SNDING ELT IN NY SINGLE PSS. TOO MUCH FRICTION WILL CUSE ELT TO OVERHET ND WER PREMTURELY, ND, IN EXTREME CSES, MY CUSE URNS IN THE WORKPIECE. Note: To avoid overworking the motor, creating a potential circuit overload, or damaging the sanding drum, do not force the workpiece against or into the drum. For better finish results and to avoid potential damage to the sander or the workpiece, let the workpiece feed into the sander at the rate of feed to which the conveyer is set. Note: s with any other drum or belt sander, depending on the final finish quality you require, some final hand sanding may be required. UNPCKING Carefully unpack and remove the sander and its components from the shipping crate and check for damaged or missing items as per the list of contents below. Note: Please report any damaged or missing items to your General International distributor immediately. LIST OF CONTENTS OX 1 - SNDER OX 1 OX 2 QTY - 13 HORIZONTL SINGLE DRUM SNDER...1 C OX 2 - OPEN STND & OTHER COMPONENTS QTY - LONG TOP SHELF...2 C - LONG CROSS RCE...2 D - SUPPORT LEG...4 E - SHORT TOP SHELF...2 F - SHORT CROSS RCE...2 HRDWRE G INCLUDING: G - HND WHEEL...1 H - HND WHEEL HNDLE...1 I - 5 MM LLEN KEY...1 J - 6 MM T-HNDLE LLEN WRENCH...1 K - 2 MM T-HNDLE LLEN WRENCH...1 L MM OPEN END WRENCH...1 M - CRRYING HNDLE...2 N - CP SCREW...4 O - LEVELING FOOT...4 P - FLT WSHER...8 Q - HEX NUT...8 R - SHOULDER OLT...16 S - HEX NUT...16 T - LOCK WSHER...20 U - FLT WSHER...20 V - CP SCREW...4 D O E F P Q R S K J L M T I H G N U V 8

9 DDITIONL REQUIREMENTS FOR SET UP Extra person for help with lifting Phillips Screwdriver Utility knife Flat piece of wood or any similar non-cutting object SSEMLY INSTRUCTIONS SERIOUS PERSONL INJURY COULD OCCUR IF YOU CONNECT THE MCHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE EFORE YOU HVE COMPLETED THE INSTLLTION ND SSEMLY STEPS. DO NOT CONNECT THE MCHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO. INSTLL THE CRRYING HNDLES INSTLL THE CONVEYOR HEIGHT DJUSTMENT HND WHEEL C Install the carrying handles on both sides of the sander using 2 cap screws and tighten with the supplied 6 mm T-handle allen wrench. Note: Do not lift the sander by the conveyor table. lways use the carrying handles to lift or carry the sander. 1. Screw the handle C into the threaded hole in the hand wheel. 2. Install the conveyor table height adjustment hand wheel onto the shaft located on the top left end of the sander. The slots in the hand wheel must be aligned with the spring pin on the shaft. SSEMLE THE STND Note: If the sander is to be used without our supplied stand, then the following instructions do not apply please skip ahead to the next section on page With the 16 shoulder bolts, washers, lock washers and hex nuts,, begin assembling one end of the sander stand by attaching 1 short top shelf and 1 short cross brace to 2 legs,. Note: Do not tighten hex nuts until all fasteners are atta-ched. Then place the stand on a flat surface to square it up and finally tighten all the nuts. Short top shelf Legs Short cross brace 2. ssemble the opposite side of the stand the same way as described in step 1. Then use the 2 long top shelves and 2 long cross braces to join both assembled ends and complete the stand as shown in C on next page. (e sure to attach all horizontal shelves and cross braces to the insides of stand legs.) 9

10 3. ttach the 4 leveling feet to the stand using 2 hex nuts and 2 washers, D. fter fully assembled and is placed in its final location, level the feet by loosening top nut, adjusting lower nut up or down on the screw stem as needed, then tightening down the top nut. C If you will be using the an optional mobile base (such as our model ), do not attach leveling feet. Fasten the stand directly to the mobile base. D FSTEN THE SNDER TO THE STND OR TO YOUR SHOP-MDE ENCH 1. Place the sander onto the stand with its front end along one of the stand s shorter ends and align the four holes in the stand s top shelf with those in the sander base. Fasten sander to stand using the 4 allen bolts, 4 lock washers and 4 washers supplied with the stand,. 2. If the sander is to be used without our supplied stand, use the four holes on the bottom edge of the sander cabinet to fasten to your supporting surface. Use the measurements shown at to drill corresponding holes into your shop-built stand. (Or carefully position the sander upon your bench and with a pencil trace the four holes onto the stand surface. 25 1/8 (639 mm) 12 3/4 (325 mm) 11 mm diam. holes CONNECTING TO DUST COLLECTOR DO NOT OPERTE THIS SNDER WITHOUT N DEQUTE DUST COLLECTION SYSTEM PROPERLY INSTLLED ND RUNNING. OPERTING THIS SNDER WITHOUT DEQUTE DUST COLLECTION CN LED TO EQUIPMENT ML- FUNCTION OR DNGEROUS SITUTIONS FOR THE OPERTOR OR OTHER INDIVIDULS IN THE WORKSHOP. dust port with a 4 opening is provided to accommodate connection to a dust collector (not included). Note: Recommended dust collection CFM requirements for this sander is 1000 CFM. e sure to use appropriate sized hose and fittings (not included) 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 information on our complete line of dust collection systems and accessories or visit our Web Site at 10

11 SIC DJUSTMENTS ND CONTROLS CONNECTING TO POWER SOURCE TO VOID RISK OF SHOCK OR FIRE DO NOT OPERTE THE UNIT WITH DMGED POWER CORD OR PLUG. REPLCE DMGED CORD OR PLUG IMMEDITELY. TO VOID UNEXPECTED OR UNINTENTIONL STRT-UP, MKE SURE THT OTH OF THE POWER SWITCHES ON THE SNDER RE IN THE OFF POSITION EFORE CONNECTING TO POWER SOURCE. Once the assembly steps have been completed and the unit is safely secured to the supplied stand or to a work surface, uncoil the power cord and plug the power cord into an appropriate outlet. Refer back to the section entitled Electrical Requirements and make sure all requirements and grounding instructions are followed. When sanding operations have been completed unplug the sander from the power source. SWITCH OFF SWITCH OFF ON/OFF POWER SWITCHES This sander is equipped with two ON/OFF power switches, both featuring a removable lock-out key. DRUM MOTOR ON/OFF SWITCH The ON/OFF SWITCH, located on the left end of the control box, controls the drum motor. To start the drum motor, insert the yellow safety key and lift the switch up. To stop the machine, pull the switch down. C D TO PREVENT UNWNTED OR UNUTHORIZED STRT-UP OR USGE, REMOVE THE LOCK-OUT KEY ND STORE IT IN SFE PLCE, OUT OF THE RECH OF CHILDREN, WHENEVER THE PLNER IS NOT IN USE. CONVEYOR MOTOR ON/OFF SWITCH The ON/OFF SWITCH C, located on the right end of the control box, controls the conveyor motor. To start the conveyor motor, insert the red safety key D and lift the switch up. To stop the machine, pull the switch down. TO PREVENT UNWNTED OR UNUTHORIZED STRT-UP OR USGE, REMOVE THE LOCK-OUT KEY ND STORE IT IN SFE PLCE, OUT OF THE RECH OF CHILDREN, WHENEVER THE PLNER IS NOT IN USE. 11

12 RISING/LOWERING THE CONVEYOR TLE The conveyor table can be raised or lowered as needed to suit the thickness of the workpiece, by rotating the wheel,. Note: The maximum workpiece thickness capacity for this machine is 3-3/4". DOWN UP Note: the depth gauge,,on the front of the machine can be used as a reference but it is not intended for high precision measurements DO NOT DO C DRUM 1. Put the workpiece on the conveyor belt. 2. Set the height of the conveyor table so that the work-piece barely touches the drum, C. NEVER TTEMPT TO SND WORKPIECES THT RE GRETER THN 3-3/4" IN THICKNESS. WORK PIECE CONVEYOR ELT * Effect exaggerated for clarity Note: To avoid overworking the motor, creating a potential circuit overload, or damaging the sanding drum, do not force the workpiece against or into the drum. CHNGING FEED SPEED The conveyor speed ranges from 6 to 20 FPM (Feet Per minute). The feed speed adjustment knob,, is located on the control box, on the right hand side of the machine. - Turn the knob clockwise,. to increase the feed rate. - Turn the knob counter-clockwise, C, to decrease the feed rate. DECRESE SPEED Experiment with feed speeds based on the workpiece material, depth of sanding as well as sanding belt grit to find which settings work best for your needs. s a general guideline however, for best results, more aggressive sanding using lower grits or sanding wider boards should be done at slower speeds and sanding using higher grits or sanding narrow boards can be done at higher speeds. C INCRESE SPEED 12

13 OPERTING INSTRUCTIONS MKE SURE TO HVE ON SFETY GLSSES S WELL S HERING ND RESPIRTORY PROTEC- TION T LL TIMES WHEN USING THE SNDER. MKE SURE YOU ND NY SSISTNTS RE WERING SFE PPROPRITE WORKSHOP TTIRE. ROLL UP LONG SLEEVES, SECURE LONG HIR ND REMOVE NY JEWELRY: WTCHES, RINGS, RCELETS OR NYTHING THT COULD ECOME CUGHT IN THE CONVEYOR FEED ROLLERS OR THE DRUM, POTENTILLY CUSING SERIOUS INJURY. CHECKLIST EFORE STRTING Make sure a dust collector is properly attached. If multiple boards are to be sanded, collect all workpieces together and set them nearby on a table or bench within easy reach. Make sure that the sanding belt is properly installed, that is, wound around the drum, taut and without spaces between the belt edges. Otherwise, the sanding belt may rip when in contact with the workpiece. DO DO NOT If working with longer workpieces, make sure to have adequate out feed support safely set-up and ready before sanding. Tip: To avoid sanding snipe which is a small depression in the surface of a workpiece across its width caused by a variation in the sanding depth during a given pass - it is important to keep the workpiece level on the feed table until it has completely cleared contact with the sanding drums. It is advisable to use an outfeed table or some form of outfeed support when sanding workpieces of 4 or more in length. llowing the leading edge of a longer workpiece to hang or sag off of the outfeed end of the conveyor table should be avoided as it will lift the trailing end of the workpiece up into the sanding drums and cause uneven sanding depth and snipe. WITH N DEQUTE OUTFEED SUPPORT WITHOUT N DEQUTE OUTFEED SUPPORT 13

14 OPERTIONS STEP-Y-STEP TO REDUCE THE RISK OF DMGE TO THE SNDER OR THE WORKPIECE, S WELL S POTENTIL FOR PERSON- L INJURY, FTER INITIL SET-UP S WELL S EFORE ECH USE, MKE SURE THT EVERYTHING IS SECURELY INSTLLED ND THT LL FSTENERS ND MOVING PRTS ON THIS SNDER RE LOCKED IN PLCE EFORE STRTING THE MCHINE. 1. Place the workpiece on the conveyor belt. 2. Set the height of the conveyor table. (if needed, refer back to Raising/Lowering the Conveyor Table instructions on page 12.) 3. Remove the workpiece from the conveyor belt. 4. Turn on your dust collector. LWYS TURN ON THE DUST COLLECTOR EFORE STRTING THE SNDER. 5. Insert the safety key into the drum motor switch (left switch). KEEP HNDS WY FROM THE ROTTING DRUM ND CONVEYOR ELT. DO NOT FORCE THE WORKPIECE TOWRDS THE SNDING DRUM, LET THE CONVEYOR ELT FEED THE WORKPIECES. 6. Lift the left switch up to start the sanding drum motor. 7. Insert the safety key into the conveyor switch (right switch). 8. Set the feed speed to minimum before starting the conveyor belt, then lift the right switch up to start the conveyor motor. Gradually increase the speed, until you reach the desired feeding speed. 9. Place the workpiece on the center of the conveyor belt and pass the board once. 10. Step to the rear of the machine and pick up the workpiece on the out feed. Note: Consider using a proper support on the out feed for workpieces longer than 4'. 11. Pass the workpiece once again. 12. Inspect and slowly run your hand over your workpiece to determine whether or not further passes are required. Tip: For better workpiece finish quality, make shallower passes with the conveyor table height adjusted so you just start hearing the contact noise. 13. If needed, pass the workpiece again, raising the table not more than 1/8 of a turn at a time. Repeat until desired finish quality is achieved. Note: To avoid overworking the motor, creating a potential circuit overload, or damaging the sanding drum, do not force the workpiece against or into the drum. DO NOT USE THIS SNDER S THICKNESS PLNER. NEVER TTEMPT TO REMOVE MORE THN THE DEPTH OF THE GRIT OF THE SNDING ELT IN NY SINGLE PSS. TOO MUCH FRICTION WILL CUSE THE ELT TO OVERHET ND WER PREMTURELY, ND, IN EXTREME CSES, MY CUSE URNS IN THE WORKPIECE. TO STOP THE MCHINE 1. Pull the left switch down to stop the rotation of the drum. 2. Pull the red switch down to the "OFF position to stop the conveyor belt. 3. Remove the lock-out keys. This will prevent unauthorized use of the machine. 4. Turn your dust collector off. 14 LWYS TURN OFF THE SNDER EFORE TURNING OFF THE DUST COLLECTOR.

15 CHNGING/REPLCING THE SNDING ELT Pre-cut sanding belts can be purchased in a variety of grits from your General International dealer under the following parts numbers: ITEM # Grit ITEM # Grit ITEM # Grit ITEM # Grit ITEM # Grit ITEM # Grit Note: Sanding belts should be replaced when worn out. You can also purchase them from your local tool, abrasives or sharpening supply dealer. You can find these products in most areas. However, we recommend that you choose higher quality brand name belts. If the sanding paper is too thick or too thin, or of inconsistent quality, it may not be properly gripped by the two-step clamps. Tip: Cleaning the sand paper with a belt dresser will extend the life of the sand paper. Consult your local distributor. For users who prefer to purchase abrasives in longer uncut rolls or from bulk suppliers, the following cutting diagram can be used to assist in cutting the bulk paper to the correct size for this sander. DRUM SNDER PPER DIMENSIONS* *MESURED & CUT WITH RSIVE GRIT FCE SIDE DOWN 3 1 / / /2 REMOVING THE SNDING ELT MKE SURE THE SNDER IS DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE EFORE REMOVING/MOUNTING THE SNDING ELT. C D 1. To access the sanding belt, unlock the drum cover latch,, then lift up and tilt the cover towards the rear. The sanding belt is tightly winded around the rotating drum and attached at both ends of the drum by spring-loaded clamps,. 2. Push the right spring-loaded clamp forward, C, and remove the tab of the sanding belt from the slot at the right end of the drum, D. 3. Unwind the sanding belt then push the left springloaded clamp forward and remove the tab of the sanding belt from the slot of the left end of the drum. 15

16 MOUNTING NEW SNDING ELT Note: To extend belt life and avoid premature breakage, take note of the direction of the arrows printed on the inside of the sanding belt to make sure you install the belt in the correct direction. 1. Pull and hold the left spring-loaded clamp. 2. Insert the left tab of the sanding belt in the slot, pushing all the way in (as far as possible), then release the clamp to lock the tab in place. TO DO TO DO TO DO DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT C 3. Tightly wind the sanding belt around the drum, making sure that there are no spaces between the edge,,of the sanding belt, that the belt is taut and that there are no bumps,. Do not overlap the edges, C. Note: The spring-loaded clamp at the right end of the drum is a two stage spring. The first stage grabs the paper and the second stage pulls the clamp backward inside the drum, providing proper tension to the sanding belt. FIRST STGE SECOND STGE 16

17 Tip: Use a flat stick or any similar non-cutting object to force the tab further into the slot so it is as tight as possible. 4. Push and hold the right spring-loaded clamp forward with your thumb. 5. Insert the right tab of the sanding belt in the slot, pushing all the way in (as far as possible), until it is tight. Note: On occasion, due to slight variations in the length of the sanding belt or the depth of installation in the left belt clamp, even with the belt properly wound onto the drum, there may be slightly too much belt left at the right end of the drum. This may cause a slight overlap on the last wrap on the drum,, and this despite installing the right end of the belt as far into the clamp as it will go. In such cases, to avoid having to unroll and realign the entire belt on the drum after it has already been secured at both ends and is otherwise properly installed, use a utility knife or scissors to cut and remove the overlapped section of paper. To avoid belt tearing during sanding, avoid cutting at right angles,, - make a rounded or curved cut, C. (See pictures below.) C 6. Release only the first stage of the clamp, sliding your thumb down towards the bottom to lock the tab in place. 7. Release the clamp,. This will bring proper tension,, to the sanding belt. 17

18 Note: With the sanding belt tab properly inserted in the clamp, the clamp assembly should not pull back more than 3/4" from the slot in the drum. If the clamp assembly pulls back further than 3/4" the sanding belt tab,, needs to be inserted further into the clamp to remove some of the slack in the belt,. Otherwise the paper will not be properly tensioned on the drum and the belt may loosen, unwind, or possibly tear when it comes in contact with the workpiece. (See images below.) Max. 3/4 8. Once the sanding belt has been properly installed and tensioned on the drum, close and lock the drum cover. LURICTION DISCONNECT MCHINE FROM POWER SOURCE, EFORE PERFORMING NY MINTENNCE OR LURICTION. C Note: Unscrew and remove the front panel,, and both side panels,, to access the conveyor elevation mechanism. D Keep threaded rods, C, and gears, D, on both sides of the machine, greased and free of dust or debris. Clean and remove dust, debris, and old grease after every hours of use. fter cleaning, re-apply a generous coating of any all purpose grease. E lso keep the conveyor roller drive chain, E, well lubricated. Once a year or as needed, depending on frequency of use, clean and remove old lubricant and reapply fresh lubricant as needed. (Use any allpurpose grease). 18 Note: To access the chain drive, unscrew and remove the chain drive box cover.

19 PERIODIC MINTENNCE 1. Inspect/test the ON/OFF switches before each use. Do not operate the sander with a damaged switch; replace a damaged switch immediately. 2. Keep the machine, especially motor and the conveyor clean and free of dust or glue.vacuum or brush off any loose debris and wipe down the machine and the conveyor occasionally with a damp rag. 3. The drum must always be kept clean. Dirt on the drum will cause belt slippage. 4. The motor and drum bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated - no further lubrication is required. 5. Periodically inspect the power cord and plug for damage, as well as the sanding belt, the drum, the motor pulleys drive belt and the conveyor belt. NEVER OPERTE THE SNDER WITH NY DMGED PRT. REPLCE DMGED PRT T THE FIRST VISILE SIGNS OF DMGE. REQUIRED MINTENNCE DRUM MOTOR ELT REPLCEMENT The sanding drum is driven by a belt mounted on two pulleys powered by the motor. If the belt becomes too loose due to wear or if a breakage occurs, you must replace it as follows: 1. Unscrew and remove both side panels,. 2. Loosen but do not remove the hex nuts,, (with the supplied 14 mm open end wrench), located on the motor adjustment plate. PROCEED WITH CUTION. REMOVING THE ELT FROM THE PULLEY WILL CUSE THE MOTOR TO SWING FREELY UNDER IT'S OWN WEIGHT ON THE SUPPORT RCKET. DO NOT LET IT DROP. HOLD IT UNTIL IT IS CK DOWN. 3. Lift the motor up with one hand. This will loosen the belt. 4. With your other hand, carefully remove the belt from the lower pulley, C. C 19

20 5. Remove the belt from the upper pulley, D, and install a new belt. 6. Lift the motor up with one hand and install the other end of the belt on the lower pulley with the other hand. D 7. Put the motor back to its initial position, then retighten the hex nuts located on the motor adjustment plate. REPLCING MOTOR NEVER TTEMPT TO REPIR MOTOR YOURSELF. CONTCT QULIFIED TECHNICIN. E Should the motor require replacement, remove the 4 bolts on the bottom of the motor base plate, E, and remove the entire motor assembly. RECOMMENDED OPTIONL CCESSORIES We offer a large variety of products to help you increase convenience, productivity, accuracy and safety when using your sander 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 SNDING ELTS # Grit # Grit # Grit # Grit # Grit # Grit Dust Collector Dust collectors contribute to a cleaner and more healthful workshop environment. We have a wide selection of dust collectors to suit all your shop needs. Mobile base Item Easily roll your sander anywhere in your shop. Load capacity: 500 lbs. Wheels lock when equipment is in use. Flexible, expandable 2-way roller stand Item S Ideal for use for infeed or outfeed support. 20 wide, height from 24 1/4 to 37, and length from 21 to 51. Four 4 high quality swivel casters with locking foot levers. 300 lbs load capacity. 20

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27 PRTS LIST PRT NO. REF. NO. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICTION QTY DUST HOOD MCHINE SE LOWER SUPPORT RCKET POST TRNSMISSION SHFT FRONT TLE SUPPORT RER TLE SUPPORT COLUMN SUPPORT RCKET (LEFT) COLUMN SUPPORT RCKET (RIGHT) TLE FRONT CONVEYER ROLLER CONVEYOR DRIVE ROLLER GER OX GER OX COVER CHIN SPROCKET S LEFT WORM RIGHT WORM MOUNTING RCKET PRESSURE ROLLER DRUM LEFT ERING HOUSING RIGHT ERING HOUSING LEFT UPPER RCKET RIGHT UPPER RCKET FRONT UPPER PNEL DUST HOOD SUPPORT PNEL LEFT COVER PNEL RIGHT COVER PNEL SWITCH OX SWITCH COVER MOTOR MOUNTING RCKET C MOTOR DJUSTMENT PLTE UPPER DUST SHIELD PULLEY GURD COVER PNEL SUPPORT LEGS LONG CROSS RCE SHORT CROSS RCE M MOTOR 1.5HP/115/60/1PH F MOTOR PULLEY CORNER RCKET HNDLE J GRDUTED SCLE SPCER INDICTOR EVEL GER GER SHFT USHING POSITIONING COLLR RONZE COLLR COVER C ERING S C RING PD MICRO-DJUST MOUNTING RCKET C ERING MM ERING COVER MICRO-DJUSTMENT LOCK 2 27

28 PRTS LIST PRT NO. REF. NO. DESCRIPTION QTY TLE SUPPORT RCKET POSITIONING PLTE M SPEED REDUCTION MOTOR ERING CP C ERING CLMP LOCK RIGHT CLMP LEFT CLMP ERING DRIVE PULLEY RESISTNCE PLTE DJUSTMENT KNO W CONVEYOR SWITCH P.C. ORD P.C ORD MOUNTING PLTE S PHILLIPS HED SCREW S FLT HED SCREW S M FLT HED SCREW S HEX HED OLT S LOCK WSHER S FLT WSHER S L HEX HED OLT S LOCK WSHER S C FLT WSHER S SCREW S HEX NUT S M PHILLIPS HED SCREW MICRO-DJUSTMENT SPRING S M NYLON NUT S PHILLIPD HED SCREW S FLT HED SCREW S FLT HED SCREW HINGE HINGE PD TOP LONG SHELF TOP SHORT SHELF S CP SCREW S CP SCREW S M CP SCREW S PHILLIPS HED SCREW S M LOCK WSHER S KEY S NYLON NUT S CP SCREW S M CP SCREW SPCER S N SET SCREW S CP SCREW S SET SCREW S SHOULDER OLT S KEY S HEX HED OLT S PHILLIPS HED SCREW S FLT WSHER LEVELLING FOOT MOUNTING PLTE 2

29 PRTS LIST PRT NO. REF. NO. DESCRIPTION QTY S SET SCREW S SET SCREW W C OVERLOD SWITCH S PHILLIPS HED SCREW MOTOR PIVOT EYE OLT EYE OLT PIVOT S05ETW06 E RING CONVEYER ELT VF7J2026 CHIN V ELT J G SWITCH LEL J WRNING LEL HNDLE S HND WHEEL S S SPRING PIN S CP SCREW JG ELECTRIC WRNING CRD JG NME PLTE JG GENERL WRNING LEL JG DIRECTION LEL JG PULLEY WRNING LEL JG TLE HEIGHT WRNING LEL JG ELECTRIC WRNING LEL JG TLE WRNING LEL JG WRNING LEL JG SPEED LEL IDENTIFICTION PLTE S100PG13 STRIN RELIEF S100PG11 STRIN RELIEF L G POWER CORD LC MOTOR CORD W SWITCH SPRING STOP PLTE S CP SCREW SNDING ELT (SEE # ) 100 GRIT LC TERMINL CLMP PLTE SMLL SPRING LRGE SPRING CLMP SE S SNP RING CLMP C SMLL SPRING S SET SCREW S HEX. NUT S FIXED CLMP RCKET S HEX. NUT HEX. NUT S OPEN END WRENCH (12-14 MM) S T-HNDLE LLEN WRENCH (2 MM) S T-HNDLE LLEN WRENCH (6 MM) S LLEN KEY (5 MM ) 1 29

30 MODEL Champ-d Eau, Montreal (Quebec) Canada H1P 1Y3 Tel.: (514) Fax: (514) Parts & Service / Fax: (514) Order Desk orderdesk@general.ca IMPORTNT When ordering replacement parts, always give the model number, serial number of the machine and part number. lso a brief description of each item and quantity desired.