Electrical Requirements; Grounding Instructions; Circuit Capacity; Extension Cords - General International 25-650ABC M1 Setup & Operation Manual

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.
THIS TOOL IS FOR INDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN WET OR DAMP LOCATIONS.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

In the event of an electrical malfunction or short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock. Though
equipped with a 220V 3 phase motor, due to the elec-
tronic frequency inverter this machine is wired for 110V
single phase operation and is equipped with a 3-con-
ductor cord and a 3-prong grounding plug A to fit a
grounded type receptacle B. 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, it must be attached to the metal screw of the
receptacle C.
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 electrician before proceeding.

CIRCUIT CAPACITY

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

BASIC FUNCTIONS

This General International model 25-650ABC M1 Wood Lathe is designed specifically for medium to larger sized
wood turning projects. With a maximum swing over bed of 16", a distance between centers of 42", and 3 electron-
ically controlled variable speed ranges (45-1000, 85-2000 and 150 -3750 RPM) with digital spindle speed display, the
25-650ABC M1 is ideal for turnings such as chair or table legs and columns, as well as bowls of various sizes. A sim-
ple belt re-positioning on the drive pulleys, allows the operator to select the desired speed range and the electronic
speed controller allows for further fine-tuning within each speed range.
With its pivoting head, larger bowls can also be turned on the outboard side of the lathe. For longer turnings an
optional 18" bed extension, #25-618 can be added.
The 25-650ABC M1 comes equipped with a selection of the most commonly used accessories, including a 6" face
plate for bowl turning and both live and spur center for typical spindle turning, to allow the user to begin turning
(turning tools not supplied) after a few minutes of assembly and set-up, right out of the box.
The 25-650ABC M1 is designed to be compatible with all aftermarket turning accessories using MT#2 Morse taper in
both headstock and tailstock and the headstock spindle threads are compatible with all 1-1/4" dia x 8 TPI female
threaded chucks and face plates.
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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.

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 immedi-
ately.
Make sure the cord rating is suitable for the amperage
listed on the motor I.D. plate. An 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.
EXTENSION CORD LENGTH
AMPERES
(AMPS)
25 FEET 50 FEET
< 5
18
6 TO 10 18
10 TO 12 16
12 TO 16 14
* NR = Not Recommended
100 FEET 150 FEET
16 16 14
16 14 12
16 14 12
* NR * NR
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