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General International 30-010 MI Setup & Operation Manual

13" single surface planer
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Powerful 2 HP motor with thermal overload
protection.
Front and rear fold-down extension tables
(12 L x 15 1/4 W) with end rollers for
smooth easy stock feeding.
Top mounted return rollers for smooth
stock handling for consecutive
planning/multiple passes.
Convenient power cord storage brackets
and inset lifting handles.
Dual position depth of cut adjustment
handle mounts left or right – one full
rotation equals 1/16".
Dual feed speeds for smooth planning
with either soft or hard wood.
Adjustable pre-set depth gauge for
accurate repeat cuts.
Easy to read graduated scale in both
inches and metric indicates workpiece
thickness.
Safety On/Off switch with key. Unit cannot
be started when key is removed from
switch.
Snipe eliminating head lock.
Includes magnetic knife setting guide.
TABLE AREA WITH EXTENSIONS (L X W)
36 5/8" X 15 1⁄4" (930 x 387 mm)
MAXIMUM PLANING WIDTH
13" (330 mm)
MAXIMUM THICKNESS OF STOCK
6" (152 mm)
MINIMUM THICKNESS OF STOCK
1⁄8" (3 mm)
MINIMUM LENGTH OF STOCK
5" (127 mm)
MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CUT (FULL WIDTH)
1⁄16" (1.5 mm)
KNIVES
2 - DOUBLE EDGED
CUTTERHEAD SPEED
9500 RPM
FEED SPEEDS (2)
18 & 26 FPM
CUTS PER INCH
88 / 61
MOTOR
2 HP , 120 V, 1 Ph, 15 A
REVISION 1 - JUNE 7/07
© COPYRIGHT GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 06/2007

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  • Page 1 2 - DOUBLE EDGED CUTTERHEAD SPEED 9500 RPM FEED SPEEDS (2) 18 & 26 FPM CUTS PER INCH 88 / 61 MOTOR 2 HP , 120 V, 1 Ph, 15 A REVISION 1 - JUNE 7/07 © COPYRIGHT GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 06/2007...
  • 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 30-010 M1 13” single surface planer. This planer has been carefully tested and inspected before shipment and if properly used and maintained, will provide you with years of reliable service.

  • Page 3: Rules For Safe Operation

    26. Do not use this planer fro anything other than its in- tended use. If used for other, General International 13. Make sure the cutterhead has gained full operating disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself speed before feeding stock into the planer.

  • Page 4: 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 5 13” SINGLE SURFACE PLANER 30-010 IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS FRONT VIEW IN-FEED TABLE MOUNTING HOLES CIRCUIT BREAKER STOCK THICKNESS SCALE DEPTH OF CUT INDICATOR PRESET DEPTH GAUGE ON/OFF SWITCH RETURN ROLLER CUTTERHEAD LOCKING HANDLE SPEED SELECTION HANDLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDLE REAR VIEW OUT-FEED TABLE TOOL TRAY...

  • Page 6: Assembly Instructions

    NOTE: Please report any damaged or missing items to your General International distributor immediately. LIST OF CONTENTS PLANER ........1 ADJUSTMENT HANDLE .
  • Page 7 If a permanent shop placement or installation is prac- If you prefer an optional steel stand (item #30-015) tical, consider using the mounting holes and drilling is available from your local General International matching through holes in your workbench or mount- dealer.
  • Page 8 BASIC ADJUSTMENTS AND CONTROLS CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE SWITCH OFF Once the assembly steps have been completed and the unit is safely secured or installed on a work surface such as a bench, stand or worktable, uncoil the power cord from the storage brackets, .
  • Page 9 RAISING/LOWERING THE CUTTERHEAD = 1/16” UNLOCK LOCK DOWN To adjust the depth of cut, the cutterhead assembly can be raised or lowered as needed by rotating the depth of cut adjustment handle, Before adjusting the height of the cutterhead, make sure the cutterhead locking lever is unlocked (raised position), .

  • Page 10: Operating Instructions

    Failure to follow these recommendations will lead to pre- mature blade wear and may cause premature motor 1/8” 1/8” failure. 1/16” 1/16” 1/16” 1/8” 1/8” 1/32” 1/16” 1/8” 1/32” or less 1/64” 1/16” 1/32” or less 1/64” 1/64” 1/32” It is recommended that for both hard and soft wood: 1/64”...
  • Page 11 This planer is not intended (and should not be used) to plane any material other than solid wood. The workpiece should always be fed through the planer in the general direction of the grain in the wood, Before being fed through the planer all lumber should be inspected for debris and foreign objects such as staples or nails.
  • Page 12 RAISING/LOWERING THE CUTTERHEAD 1/8” With the planer turned off position the workpiece on If a specific pre-set thickness is required, set the depth the infeed table with the flat face down and the face stop to the desired final workpiece thickness. to be planed facing up.
  • Page 13 Step to the rear of the machine and recover the pla- Slowly slide the workpiece forward until the infeed ro- ned board on the outfeed table once it has cleared ller “grips” the board. Release the board allowing the the outfeed roller and has stopped advancing. feed roller to automatically feed the board through the planer.
  • Page 14 When needed, replacement knives (sold in sets of 2), , can be ordered through your local General International distributor under part #30-013. Tip/Hint: To avoid potentially costly downtime, consider having a spare set of replacement knives on hand and ready for use when needed.
  • Page 15 Signs to look for include: EFFECT EXAGGERATED FOR CLARITY 1. A raised ridgeline in the workpiece that runs a straight line from beginning to end of the board , . This is ge- nerally an indication that one or both of the knives has been nicked or damaged by a foreign object such as a nail, staple or other hard object hidden or embedded in the workpiece.
  • Page 16 CUTTERHEAD KNIVES HAVE SHARP EDGES AND CAN CAUSE DEEP CUTS TO FINGERS OR OTHER BODY PARTS. EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN HANDLING THE KNIVES. TO LIMIT THE POTENTIAL FOR INJURY, USE THE SUPPLIED MAGNETS TO REMOVE, INSTALL OR OTHERWISE HANDLE CUTTERHEAD KNIVES. Tip/Hint: To disengage the magnets from the knives after removal or installation, simply tilt the magnets slightly until their “grip”...
  • Page 17 REPLACING THE V-BELT With use over time, the v-belt can wear and may eventually need to be replaced. To replace a worn v-belt: 1. Turn off and unplug the machine from the power source. 2. To access the belt, unfasten the screws holding the right side panel in place and remove the side panel, 3.
  • Page 18 Here’s a small sampling of optional accessories available from your local General International dealer. For a complete list of products, please visit our website at www.general.ca Dust Collectors...
  • Page 19 PLANER...
  • Page 20 PARTS LIST 30-010 PART N0. REF. N0. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION 30010-01 170387-000 UPPER COVER 30010-02 340008-615 BUSHING 30010-03 000802-101 ROUND HEAD SCREW M8 X 1.25P X 16 30010-04 001102-503 SELF TAPPING SCREW M4 X 1.59P X 10 30010-05 130121-000 BUSHING 30010-06 250087-615 BUSHING 30010-07...
  • Page 21 PARTS LIST 30-010 PART N0. REF. N0. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION 30010-57 130030-000 30010-58 008004-100 HEX NUT M5 X 0.8P 30010-59 000001-104 HEX BOLT M5 X 0.8P X 16 30010-60 010205-000 "E" CIRCLIP ETW-8 30010-61 010103-000 "D" CIRCLIP RTW-35 30010-62 011001-104 SPRING PIN 3 X 12 30010-63 130032-000...
  • Page 22 PARTS LIST 30-010 PART N0. REF. N0. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION 30010-114 011004-103 SPRING PIN 6 X 25 30010-115 000302-102 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW M4 X 0.7P X 8 30010-117 170394-906 TABLE EXTENSION 30010-118 006001-026 FLAT WASHER 6.4 X 20 X 3.0t 30010-119 000103-101 HEX HEAD SCREW M6 X 1.0P X 8...
  • Page 23 MOTOR PARTS LIST 30-010 PART N0. REF. N0. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION 30010-01A 920137-000 TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH 18AMP 30010-02A 000303-103 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW M5 X 0.8P X 10 30010-03A 250151-615 MOTOR HOUSING (LEFT) 30010-04A 020005-000 STRAIN RELIEF SB8R-3 30010-05A 230113-905 SELF TAPPING SCREW 30010-06A 090064-000 MOTOR COVER...
  • Page 24 30-010 8360, Champ-d’Eau, Montreal (Quebec) Canada H1P 1Y3 Tel.: (514) 326-1161 Fax : (514) 326-5565 Parts & Service Fax : (514) 326-5555 Order Desk orderdesk@general.ca www.general.ca IMPORTANT: When ordering replacement parts, always give the model number, serial number of the machine and part number. Also a brief description of each item and quantity desired.

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