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SETUP & OPERATION MANUAL
FEATURES
Two belt platens allowing for use with either 1"
or 2" x 42" sanding belts.
Steel ½ disc front guard.
1" and 2" 100 grit sanding belts and 8" 100 grit
sanding disc included.
Quick-change belt tension lever.
Cast-aluminum belt guard with removable
see-through top cover.
Safety switch with removable lock-out key.
Two built-in 1 1/2" dust ports.
Large cast-aluminum tables.
Miter guide included for disc table.
On-board miter guide storage bracket.
SPECIFICATIONS
• Belt size
1" and 2" x 42" (25 and 50 x 1067 mm)
• Belt speed
3100 fpm (930 mpm)
• Belt table size
10 1/4" x 6" (260 x 152 mm)
• Belt table tilt
45° (out)
• Disc diameter
8" (200 mm)
• Disc speed
3450 rpm
• Disc table size
10 3/4" x 7" (273 x 178 mm)
• Disc table tilt
10° (in) & 45° (out)
• Dust ports (2)
1 1/2" (38 mm)
• Motor M1
1/2 HP , 120 V, 1 Ph, 5.3 A
• Weight (shipping / net)
42 lbs (19 kg) / 40 lbs (18 kg)
Version
3_Revision
1 - (S/N0 150896714) - April 21, 2014
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© Copyright General International
1" OR 2" X 42" BELT & 8" DISC SANDER
WSHMS-02D-MAN-0023
MODEL
15-142 M1
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- Page 1 1/2 HP , 120 V, 1 Ph, 5.3 A • Weight (shipping / net) 42 lbs (19 kg) / 40 lbs (18 kg) MODEL 15-142 M1 Version 3_Revision 1 - (S/N0 150896714) - April 21, 2014 © Copyright General International...
- Page 2 GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL 8360 Champ-d’Eau, Montreal (Quebec) Canada H1P 1Y3 Telephone (514) 326-1161 • Fax (514) 326-5555 • www.general.ca THANK YOU for choosing this General® International model 15-142 1” or 2” x 42” belt & 8” disc 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.
- Page 3 GENERAL INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY ® All component parts of 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 International agrees to ®...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Rules for safe operation ..................... 5 Electrical requirements ...................... 6 Electrical connections ............................6 Circuit capacity ..............................6 Extension cords ..............................6 Identification of main parts and components ..............7 Basic functions ........................8 Unpacking ......................... 8 List of contents .............................. -
Page 5: Rules For Safe Operation
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 hold itself ® harmless for any injury that may result from the improper use of it’s equipment. 1. -
Page 6: Electrical Requirements
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 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. -
Page 7: Identification Of Main Parts And Components
IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS FRONT VIEW BELT SIDE VIEW BELT SANDER DISC TABLE WORK TABLE LOCK LEVER SANDING BELT ON/OFF SWITCH BELT GUARD MITER GAUGE BELT GUARD COVER KNOBS THUMBSCREW BELT TABLE BELT TENSION LEVER LOCK LEVER SANDING DISC DUST PORT SANDING DISC STEEL ½... -
Page 8: Basic Functions
BASIC FUNCTIONS This machine has been designed for sanding or polishing (removing kerf or pencil marks) on small workpieces. The sanding belt table can be tilted at any angle between 0º and 45° for bevelled pieces. Flat sanding, with table in the hoizontal position (0º), is easier and safer for longer workpieces. -
Page 9: Assembly Instructions
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE STARTING THE INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY, MAKE SURE THAT THE POWER SWITCH IS IN THE “OFF” POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED. DO NOT PLUG IN OR TURN ON THE SANDER UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY STEPS DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION OF THE MANUAL. -
Page 10: Installing The Dust Chute
INSTALLING THE BELT TABLE CARRIAGE BOLT Install sanding belt table using the carriage Align/level the table by hand and then using a 10 mm bolt, flat washer, and ratchet lever as shown. wrench and phillips head screwdriver tighten the table Note: Make sure to position the trunnion over the alignment mounting brackets. -
Page 11: Basic Adjustments And Controls
BASIC ADJUSTMENTS AND CONTROLS CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SHOCK OR FIRE DO NOT SWITCH OFF OPERATE THE UNIT WITH A DAMAGED POWER CORD OR PLUG. REPLACE DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG IMME- DIATELY. TO AVOID UNEXPECTED OR UNINTENTIONAL START-UP , MAKE SURE THAT THE POWER SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION BEFORE CONNECTING Once the assembly steps have been completed, uncoil... -
Page 12: Sanding Belt Tracking Adjustment
SANDING BELT TRACKING ADJUSTMENT DO NOT PERFORM ANY ADJUSTMENTS WHILE THE MACHINE IS RUNNING. ALWAYS TURN OFF THE SANDER BEFORE PER- FORMING ANY ADJUSTMENTS. KEEP HANDS WELL AWAY FROM THE SANDING BELT AND ALL MOVING PARTS WHEN THE SANDER IS RUNNING. Though not essential, proper belt tracking (having the belt running straight and turning as evenly on the rollers as possible) can prolong belt life and avoid having the belt slip off during operation. -
Page 13: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE MAKE SURE THE SANDER HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE • Keep the machine CLEAN and FREE OF DUST. Vacuum or brush off any loose debris and wipe down the ma- chine and the tables occasionally with a damp rag. -
Page 14: Disc Replacement
If switching to a belt of a different width: Flush Using a 12 mm wrench unscrew and remove the Install the other size belt platen using the same bolt belt platen bolt and washers and remove and set and washers. Make sure the front of the platen is aside the belt platen. -
Page 15: Parts List & Diagram
DIAGRAM DIAGRAM DIAGRAM... - Page 16 PARTS LIST 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. PART # DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION 15142-01 STATOR 123 X 57 X 50 15142-02 MOTOR HOUSING 126.5 X 1.8T X 151.5L...
- Page 17 PARTS LIST 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. PART # DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION 15142-49 1” SANDING BELT 1” X 42”X #100 15142-50 LOCK LEVER 1/4”...
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Page 18: Contact Information
8360 Champ-d’Eau, Montreal (Quebec) Canada H1P 1Y3 Tel.: (514) 326-1161 Fax: (514) 326-5565 - Parts & Service / (514) 326-5555 - Order Desk orderdesk@general.ca www.general.ca Follow us:... - Page 19 RETSD Associated Assets...