General 15-005S Setup & Operation Manual

6" x 89" oscillating edge belt sander

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Heavy-duty enclosed stand for
greater stability.
Sanding belt operates at any angle
from horizontal to vertical.
Accurate belt tension and tracking
adjustment.
Cast-iron table can be adjusted up
or down for full belt use.
Conveniently mounted motor
controls.
Cast-iron miter gauge can be locked
in position for quick and easy setup.
Adjustable, removable front table
fence.
Graphite covered steel plate for
reduced friction and extended
belt life.
LENGTH OF OSCILLATION
UP: 1/8'' (3.2 mm)
DOWN: 1/8'' (3.2 mm)
TOTAL: 1/4'' (6.4 mm)
BELT SIZE
6'' x 89'' (152 x 2260 mm)
BELT SPEED
3900 LIN. FPM (1279 LIN. MPM)
LENGTH OF WORK AREA
33 3⁄4" (857 mm)
DUST CHUTE OUTLET
4" (102 mm)
FRONT TABLE SIZE
9 7⁄8" x 29 5⁄8" (250 x 751 mm)
AUXILIARY/END TABLE SIZE
9 7⁄8" x 11 7⁄8" (250 x 300 mm)
BASE DIMENSIONS (L x W)
21 1/2" x 17" (546 x 432 mm)
OVERALL DIMENSIONS (L x W x H)
50" x 21" x 49" (1270 x 533 x 1245 mm)
MOTOR - PRE-WIRED 220V
1 1⁄2 HP , 110/220 V, 18/9 A
WEIGHT
277 LBS (126 kg)
REVISION 1 - OCTOBER 26/07
© COPYRIGHT GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 10/2007

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  • Page 1 OVERALL DIMENSIONS (L x W x H) 50” x 21” x 49” (1270 x 533 x 1245 mm) MOTOR - PRE-WIRED 220V 1 1⁄2 HP , 110/220 V, 18/9 A WEIGHT 277 LBS (126 kg) REVISION 1 - OCTOBER 26/07 © COPYRIGHT GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 10/2007...
  • Page 2 Because of our commit- ment to quality and customer satisfaction, General® International agrees to repair or replace, within a period of 24 months from date of purchase, any genuine part or parts which, upon examination, prove to be defective in work- manship or material.
  • Page 3: Rules For 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 holds itself harmless for any injury that may result from improper use of its equipment.
  • Page 4: Electrical Requirements

    If you choose to do so, you may risk serious personal injury, damage to the motor and voiding the war- ranty of your machine. We suggest you ask your local General International distributor to recommend qualified electricians in your area (or perhaps one of their own technicians) who can make this conversion properly and safely.
  • Page 5: Identification Of Main Parts And Components

    6” X 89” OSCILLATING EDGE BELT SANDER 15-005S IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS BELT TENSION LEVER DOOR LOCK KNOB SANDING HEAD TILT ADJUSTMENT LEVER DUST HOOD LOCK KNOB MITER GAUGE DUST OUTLET SANDING BELT SAFETY SWITCH ASSEMBLY AUXILIARY/END TABLE...
  • Page 6 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. LIST OF CONTENTS SANDING HEAD .
  • Page 7: Setup Safety

    DO NOT connect the machine to the power source until instructed to do so. The MODEL 15-005S is a heavy machine (277 LBS - 126 kg). Do not over-exert. Arrange to have help nearby and ready for unpacking and set- up.
  • Page 8: Assembly Instructions

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLE THE BASE bolt rubber foot washer 1. Using a bolt, washer, and a nut, attach 2 rubber 2. Attach the upper and lower door supports to feet to the side panels (2) according to the side panels , shown above, using the car- order of assembly .
  • Page 9: Install The Switch

    INSTALL THE SANDING HEAD ONTO THE BASE To Loosen To Lock 2. To facilitate the upcoming assembly steps, reposi- The sanding head is heavy. Do not over-exert. The tion the sanding head from the horizontal (180º) to help of an assistant will be needed for the following step.
  • Page 10 Tight Loose 3. Remove the sanding belt and the fence that 4. Install the handle onto the belt tension lever . To are stored in the sanding head. Put the fence aside install or change the sanding belt, simply pull the for now.
  • Page 11: Operating Instructions

    INSTALL THE WORKPIECE STOP The workpiece stop acts as a fence to assist in main- 1. Loosen the small knob and move the dust taining control over the workpiece making it easier hood towards the back , then re-tighten the and safer to hold the workpiece flat to the belt for an knob to prevent the piece from moving.
  • Page 12: Power Off

    KEY WHENEVER THE SANDER IS NOT IN USE. PLACE IT IN A SAFE PLACE AND OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. The model 15-005S M1 is equipped with a simple “rocker style” On/Off switch featuring a removable lock out safety key.
  • Page 13: Recommended Adjustments

    RECOMMENDED ADJUSTMENTS INSTALL THE AUXILIARY/END TABLE Install the auxiliary/end table on the right side of machine when you need support for sanding rounded or curved workpieces. Tip: The dust hood cannot be properly closed or fully used when the auxiliary table is installed, therefore whenever the table is not required remove it and set it aside in order to maximize dust collection efficiency by allowing you to close and make full use of the dust...
  • Page 14 INSTALL THE FENCE 1. The fence allows easier and safer sanding, provid- Align both blocks , which are inside the slot in the ing support for long workpieces. The fence can table, with both holes in the fence, then lock them also be positioned diagonal to the belt, allowing with medium flat washers and short lock knobs you to sand bevelled workpieces.
  • Page 15: Belt Tracking Adjustment

    INSTALLATION/REPLACEMENT OF THE SANDING BELT Standard size (6” by 89”) replacement belts can be purchased in a variety of grits from your General® International dealer under the following parts numbers: • 15-006 - 80 Grit • 15-007 - 100 Grit •...
  • Page 16: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE MAKE SURE THE SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION AND UNPLUG THE UNIT FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PER- FORMING ANY MAINTENANCE. LUBRICATION Use an all purpose grease. Keep the belt tilting mechanism and belt tension mechanism well greased. Re- grease every year as needed.
  • Page 17 We offer a large variety of products to help you increase productivity, accuracy and safety when using your sander. Here’s a small sampling of accessories available from your local General International dealer. For a complete list, visit our website at www.general.ca. Sanding Belts Dust Collector Standard size (6”...
  • Page 19: Parts List

    PARTS LIST 15-005S PART N0. REF. NO. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION 15005-01 20101001BG BASE W2010002 15005-02 SWITCH 20101005 15005-08 THREADED ROD S0120380 15005-09 15005-10 20101007 ECCENTRIC CAM 15005-10A S0110600 S0310525 15005-11 10102024 15005-12 LOCK HANDLE 10102023 15005-13 HANDLE KNOB S0410525 15005-14 15005-15 S0020416 HEX HEAD.
  • Page 20 PARTS LIST 15-005S PART N0. REF NO. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION 15005-55 S0020530 HEX HEAD BOLT 5/16"-18UNCX1-3/4" S0120201 15005-56 LOCK NUT 5/16"-18UNC 20101033 15005-57 TILT SCALE S0040301c 15005-58 SCREW 15005-59 10102022 POINTER 15005-60 S0040300 SCREW M2142211 15005-61 MOTOR S0020520 15005-62 HEX HEAD BOLT 5/16"-18UNCX1-1/4"...
  • Page 21 PARTS LIST 15-005S PART N0. REF. NO DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION 15005-121 DOOR HANDLE SCREW 12100039 15005-122 SPRING PIN S0310318 15005-123 S0120600M NYLON NUT 15005S-124 S0210401 WASHER 15005-125 12100040 RUBBER STOPPER 15005-126 STRAIN RELIEF 7w-2 15005-127 SWITCH BRACKET 20101044 15005-128 SWITCH INLET CORD...
  • Page 22 15-005S 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...

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