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SETUP & O ERATION
FEATURES
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NEW AUTO fence designed to achieve
electronic rip fence movement, auto tilt and
blade lifting by LCD touch control display
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Auto Fence electronic control system is
connected to a programmable controller,
and the input value includes saw blade
angle, saw blade height and cutting width
which could achieve accurate horizontal
movement and blade lifting by LCD touch
control
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Powder
coated,
scratch
resistant,
quality reinforced steel
cabinet.
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Quick release combination riving style
splitter and blade guard with anti-kickback
pawls and a second European style riving
knife also included
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Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC)
industrial motor---3HP/1PH, 5HP/3PH
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High precision General "T" Fence system with
52" and 36" long guide rails.
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2 miter gauge T-slots and deluxe cast-iron
miter gauge.
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Magnetic emergency stop safety switch to
prevent unwanted or unintentional start-
up.
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Matching dual V-belt drive, on balanced
cast-iron pulleys for smooth, vibration-
free,
running.
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Arbor mounted on
heavy-duty,
permanently lubricated, sealed ball-
bearings.
SPECIFICATIONS
BLADE/ARBOR DIAMETER 10"
MAX.
DEPTH OF CUT AT 90° / 45°
3
1/8"
(79 mm)/ 2 1/8" (54 mm)
ARBOR TILT RANGE
0° -
45°
MAX.
RIP TO LEFT / RIGHT OF BLADE
12" (305 mm)/ 52" (1270 mm)
MAXIMUM DADO WIDTH
13/16" (21 MM)
DISTANCE AHEAD OF BLADE
12 3/4" (324 MM)
TABLE SIZE (L x W x H)
28" X 36" X 34"
SIZE OF T-SLOTS
3/8" x
3/4"
(10 x 19 mm)
ARBOR SPEED
4000 RPM
MOTOR
3HP, 230 V,1 PH, OR 5HP, 230V/460V 3 Ph
WEIGHT
576 Lbs.
10" AUTOMATED DELUXE LEFT
TILT CABINET SAW
high
MODEL # 850-5/3
MODEL #850-3
MANUAL
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- Page 1 European style riving knife also included • Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) industrial motor---3HP/1PH, 5HP/3PH • High precision General “T” Fence system with 52” and 36” long guide rails. • 2 miter gauge T-slots and deluxe cast-iron miter gauge. •...
- Page 2 GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL GENERAL INTERNATIONAL POWER PRODUCTS LLC 6243 Industrial Parkway Whitehouse, Ohio 43571 (USA) THANK YOU for choosing this Genera l® MFG model 850 10" Tilting Arbor Saw. This saw has been carefully tested and inspected before shipment and if properly used and maintained, will provide you with years of reliable service.
- Page 3 Warranty does not include failures, breakage or defects deemed after inspection by General® MFG 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.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Overload protection ..........14 SAFETY RULES ............... Blade height adjustment ........15 Blade tilt (bevel) adjustment ....... 15 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS ..........OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ......Electrical connections ........... 6 Grounding instructions .......... 6 Types of cuts ............Circuit capacity........... 6 Ripping.............. - Page 5 To help ensure safe operation, please take a moment to learn the machine's applications and limitations, as well as potential hazards. General® MFG disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any iniury that may result from improper use of its equipment.
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Page 6: Electrical Requirements
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS NOTE: VOLTAGE REQUIREMENTS AND AMPERAGE DRAW FOR MOTORS MAY NOT BE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL. FOR COMPLETE ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS REFER TO THE MOTOR I.D. NAME PLATE ON THE MACHINE. IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A LICENSED QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN BEFORE PROCEED- ING. appropriate power cord and plug must be performed by a qualified electrician. -
Page 7: Basic Functions
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 SAW ………………………………...………………………1 SPLITTER /BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY ........1 ANTI KICKBACK PAWL ASSEMBLV .......... -
Page 8: Placement Within The Shop / Establishing A
PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP/ ESTABLISHNG A SAFETY ZONE THIS MODEL, 850, 10” TILTING ARBOR SAW IS VERY HEAVY. DO NOT OVEREXERT. A HOIST OR FORKLIFT SHOULD BE USED TO LIFT MACHINE. PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP This machine should be installed and operated only on a 1/4"... -
Page 9: Assembly
The left and right table extension wings are factory installed and aligned and unless seriously shaken or jolted in transport should not require further alignment. If purchased with the standard General "T" Fence System, a full installation and operating instructions manual for the fence system is supplied in the box. -
Page 10: Remove / Install A Saw Blade
ATTACH THE BACK FENCE RAIL TO YOUR SAW Referring to the diagram above, place hex. head bolts and where applicable lock washers and nuts to assemble the rear rail to the back of the saw. INSTALL AND ALIGN THE FENCE Proceed to fence installation and alignment as per the instructions provided in your fence manual. -
Page 11: To Install A Saw Blade
Remove the arbor nut & flange (D), then remove the TO INSTALL A SAW BLADE: blade. Install the blade on the arbor so that the openings between the teeth, face the front of the saw (the blade spins in the counterclockwise direction). NOTE When tightening the arbor nut, take care not to over tighten as this will make it very difficult to... -
Page 12: Connecting To A Dust Collector
• If you do not already own a dust collection system consider contacting your General® International distributor for information on our complete line of dust col- lection systems and accessories or visit our website atomwww.generaltoolsusa.ca •... -
Page 13: Overload Protection
OVERLOAD PROTECTION The magnetic safety switch on this saw is equipped with an overload protection feature. To prevent an electrical overload from damaging the motor, in the event of a spike in line voltage or amperage draw, the internal overload protector will automatically be tripped, thereby cutting off power to the motor. -
Page 14: Blade Height Adjustment
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INJURIES. • Make sure that the arbor nut is secure and that the blade is firmly tightened snug on the arbor. • Check that the blade angle and height lock knobs are tight. • If ripping, make sure the fence lock lever is engaged and that the fence is parallel to the blade. -
Page 15: Types Of Cuts
TYPES OF CUTS RIPPING Cutting a wood plank or sheet of plywood lengthwise to reduce its width is called "ripping." To rip stock, hold the work with both hands pushing it into the blade as well as firmly against the rip fence so that it is cut straight. •... -
Page 16: Cross Cutting
is cross cutting. With some smaller-sized and rectangular pieces, you often have the choice of ripping or crosscut- ting. Always use the miter gauge when cross cutting, never cut a piece unsupported. Miter gauge may be used in either slot, but most operators prefer the left groove for typical work. -
Page 17: Adding An Auxiliary Fence To The Miter Gauge
ADDING AN AUXILIARY FENCE TO THE MITER GAUGE To ensure a true 90° crosscut, especially with longer pieces of wood that need more support than the narrow miter gauge head can provide, an auxiliary wood fence can be attached. Make sure the wood for the fence is straight, not bowed. It should be about 2 inches wide and extend about 12 inches from either side of the miter head. -
Page 18: Using A Dado Head Blade
USING A DADO HEAD BLADE A dado is cutting a "rabbet" or a wide groove into the work. dado blade, (not supplied with yours a w ) usually consists of two outer blades and several interior cutters. These can be adjusted to cut grooves from l /8" to 13/16"... -
Page 19: Lubrication
LUBRICATION Keep the blade tilt mechanism as well as the blade height adjustment mechanism well lubricated and free of dust or debris. Clean and remove dust, debris, and old lubricant as needed depending on frequency of use. After cleaning, reapply lubricant as needed. Note: To lubricate the blade tilt mechanism apply a very light dab of any all-purpose grease (available at any... - Page 20 MODEL 850-3 & 850-5/3 GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL GENERAL INTERNATIONAL POWER PRODUCTS LLC 6243 Industrial Parkway Whitehouse, Ohio 43571 (USA)
- Page 23 IMPORTANT When ordered replacement parts, always give the Model number serial number & part number.