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SETUP & OPERATION MANUAL
FEATURES
Industrial rated quality and versatile design
allows for standard crosscuts, as well as bevels,
miters, and head swivels for rip cutting applica-
tions.
Powerful 3 HP 220V single phase (M1) or 4 HP
220V 3-phase (M2) motor.
Cast-iron frame, heavy steel column, and sturdy
easy to assemble all-steel stand for perfect
alignment and stability.
Precision adjustable indexing with positive stops
at 90º, 45º for accurate miter and rip cuts.
Blade guard with anti-kickback attachment and
splitter.
Magnetic switch with overload protection and a
lock-out key to prevent unauthorized use.
Automatic mechanical brake stops the blade in
seconds upon shutdown.
Dual 4" dust ports above the table, and a 2" dust
port on the rear of the blade guard.
Adjustable tension cutterhead / carriage return
spring to smoothly retract the motor and car-
riage back to the start position.
1" arbor included.
SPECIFICATIONS
• Blade diameter
16" (406 mm)
• Arbor diameter
1" (25 mm)
• Maximum depth of cut at 90°
4 7/8" (124 mm)
• Maximum depth of cut at 45°
2 1/2" (65 mm)
• Maximum crosscut capacity (with 16" blade)
24" (609 mm)
• Maximum rip capacity
38" (965 mm)
• Dado capacity
1" (25 mm)
• Table height
32" (813 mm)
• Table size
39 3/4" x 48" (1010 x 1220 mm)
• Overall dimensions (l x w x h)
56 5/8" x 48" x 67 7/16" (1439 x 1220 x 1713 mm)
• Motor M1
3 HP , 220 V, 12.5 A
• Motor M2
4 HP , 220 V, 3 ph, 10.5 A
• Weight (shipping / net)
799 lbs (363 kg) / 572 lbs (260 kg)
Version
2_Revision
1 - February 2016
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16" RADIAL ARM SAW
MODEL
50-760 M1
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- Page 1 3 HP , 220 V, 12.5 A • Motor M2 4 HP , 220 V, 3 ph, 10.5 A 50-760 M1 • Weight (shipping / net) 799 lbs (363 kg) / 572 lbs (260 kg) Version 2_Revision 1 - February 2016 © 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 50-760 16” radial arm saw. This radial arm 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 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 Identification of main parts and components ..............7 Unpacking .......................... 8 Basic functions ........................8 Placement within the shop ....................9 Assembly instructions ....................9-14 Installing the handwheel handle ........................9 Installing the blade ............................ -
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 holds itself ® harmless for any injury that may result from the improper use of its 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. -
Page 7: Identification Of Main Parts And Components
IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS STAND DUST HOSE WORK TABLE DUST PORT SUPPORT ON/OFF SWITCH ADJUSTABLE TENSION RETURN SPRING SEE-THROUGH BLADE COVER BLADE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL ANTI-KICKBACK FINGERS... -
Page 8: Unpacking
UNPACKING Carefully unpack and remove the unit and its components from the box 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 DUST PORT SUPPORT .............. -
Page 9: Placement Within The Shop
PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP / SAFETY ZONE THIS RADIAL ARM SAW MODEL 50-760 IS HEAVY. DO NOT OVER-EXERT. A HOIST OR FORKLIFT WITH STRAPS SHOULD BE USED TO LIFT THIS MACHINE. TO LIMIT THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE, ANY EQUIP- MENT USED TO LIFT THIS MACHINE SHOULD HAVE A RATED CAPACITY IN EXCESS OF 572 LBS (260 KG). -
Page 10: Installing The Blade
BEFORE ASSEMBLING, MAKE SURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE ”OFF” POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED. DO NOT PLUG IN OR TURN ON THE MACHINE UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION STEPS DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION OF THE MANUAL. INSTALLING THE BLADE There are a variety of different types of blades on the market to suit various cutting applications. - Page 11 BEFORE ASSEMBLING, MAKE SURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE ”OFF” POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED. DO NOT PLUG IN OR TURN ON THE MACHINE UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION STEPS DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION OF THE MANUAL. INSTALLING THE BLADE (CONTINUED) Remove the arbor nut by turning it clockwise.
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Page 12: Installing The Control Box
BEFORE ASSEMBLING, MAKE SURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE ”OFF” POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED. DO NOT PLUG IN OR TURN ON THE MACHINE UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION STEPS DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION OF THE MANUAL. INSTALLING THE CONTROL BOX Remove the 2 screws at the back of the machine Align the control box mounting holes with the cor-... - Page 13 BEFORE ASSEMBLING, MAKE SURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE ”OFF” POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED. DO NOT PLUG IN OR TURN ON THE MACHINE UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION STEPS DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION OF THE MANUAL. INSTALLING THE DUST PORT SUPPORT AND THE DUST HOSE (CONTINUED) Slide the hose end onto the outlet, then secure it Set the hose holder arm in the vertical position,...
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Page 14: Installing The Riving Knife
BEFORE ASSEMBLING, MAKE SURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE ”OFF” POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED. DO NOT PLUG IN OR TURN ON THE MACHINE UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION STEPS DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION OF THE MANUAL. INSTALLING THE RIVING KNIFE Secure the riving knife A to the blade cover with Remove the two screws and washers located in... -
Page 15: Main On/Off Magnetic Switch
MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORM- ING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. MAIN ON/OFF MAGNETIC SWITCH This machine is equipped with a magnetic safety switch designed to protect the unit and the user from power surges, power outages and unwanted or unintentional start-up. -
Page 16: Positioning The Cutter Head On The Arm
MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORM- ING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. POSITIONING THE CUTTER HEAD ON THE ARM Loosen the lock lever A. Slide the cutter head to the desired position on the arm and then retighten lever A. -
Page 17: Pivoting The Cutter Head For Bevel Cross Cutting
MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORM- ING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. PIVOTING THE CUTTER HEAD FOR BEVEL CROSS CUTTING Unplug the machine from the power source. Dis- Using the graduated scale C as a reference, pivot the connect the cutter head from the return spring. -
Page 18: Adjusting The Return Spring Tension
MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORM- ING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. ADJUSTING THE RETURN SPRING TENSION To increase return spring tension, push up on lever A To decrease tension, push up lever B while turning A while turning knob B counterclockwise. -
Page 19: Connecting To A Dust Collector
CONNECTING TO A DUST COLLECTOR ALWAYS TURN ON THE DUST COLLECTOR BEFORE STARTING THE SAW AND ALWAYS STOP THE SAW BEFORE TURNING OFF THE DUST COLLECTOR. Dual 4” dust ports are provided to accommodate con- nection to a dust collector (not included). Be sure to use appropriate sized hose and fittings (not included). - Page 20 MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORM- ING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. CUTTING THE KERF IN THE WORK TABLE (CONTINUED) Loosen the cutter head lock lever. Position the cutter head at the end of the arm, then retighten the lever to lock the cutter head in position.
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Page 21: Types Of Cuts
TYPES OF CUTS Cross cutting NEVER USE THE SAW WITHOUT ALL GUARDS AND COVERS IN PLACE. BEFORE STARTING THE SAW BE SURE THAT THE BLADE IS NOT ALREADY IN CONTACT WITH THE WORKPIECE. Install the fence A as shown and lock it by retight- Unlock the cutter head and position it at the end of the arm. - Page 22 WHENEVER A RIP CUT IS COMPLETED, TURN OFF THE SAW AND WAIT FOR THE BLADE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE REACHING IN TO REMOVE THE WORKPIECE OR THE WASTE MATERIAL. Inboard ripping (continued) NEVER USE THE SAW WITHOUT ALL GUARDS AND COVERS IN PLACE. BEFORE STARTING THE SAW BE SURE THAT THE BLADE IS NOT ALREADY IN CONTACT WITH THE WORKPIECE.
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Page 23: Maintenance
WHENEVER A RIP CUT IS COMPLETED, TURN OFF THE SAW AND WAIT FOR THE BLADE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE REACHING IN TO REMOVE THE WORKPIECE OR THE WASTE MATERIAL. Bevel cutting NEVER USE THE SAW WITHOUT ALL GUARDS AND COVERS IN PLACE. BEFORE STARTING THE SAW BE SURE THAT THE BLADE IS NOT ALREADY IN CONTACT WITH THE WORKPIECE. - Page 24 MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORM- ING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. ADJUSTING THE WORK TABLE PARALLEL TO THE CUTTER HEAD (CONTINUED) Unlock the cutter head by loosening the lever B. Pull back on knob C.
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Page 25: Squaring The Blade To The Table
MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORM- ING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. ADJUSTING THE WORK TABLE PARALLEL TO THE CUTTER HEAD (CONTINUED) Loosen the bolts C located on both sides of the ta- 10. -
Page 26: Squaring The Blade To The Fence
MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORM- ING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. SQUARING THE BLADE TO THE TABLE (CONTINUED) Place a square against the blade. If an ajustment Unlock the blade cover by loosening lever D then is required, then go to the next step. -
Page 27: Adjusting The Graduated Scale For Inboard Ripping
MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORM- ING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. SQUARING THE BLADE TO THE FENCE (CONTINUED) 90° Place a square on the work table. Then place a straight edge against the square and against the blade. -
Page 28: Cutter Head Bearing Adjustment
MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORM- ING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS. CUTTER HEAD BEARING ADJUSTMENT The cutter head bearings have been adjusted at the factory, therefore, except in some rare cases (important mainte- nance, improper handling or rough transport) no further adjustments are required. -
Page 29: Adjusting The Cutter Head Arm
ADJUSTING THE BASE (CONTINUED) Loosen the 2 bolts C using a 13 mm wrench to re- Loosen the 2 bolts C using a 13 mm wrench to re- duce clamping tension on the column for smooth- duce clamping tension on the column for smooth- er cutter head height adjustments. -
Page 30: Parts List & Diagrams
DIAGRAM A TABLE AND STAND - 50760... - Page 31 50760A-14 TABLE REST BAR 50760A-16 BASE FRAME 50760A-17 DUST PORT SUPPORT 50760A-18 DUST HOSE 50760A-19 HOSE CLAMP 50760A-20 MAGNETIC SWITCH ASSEMBLY (50-760 M1 ONLY) 3HP/220-240V/1PH 50760A-A20A.1 MAGNETIC SWITCH 3HP/220-240V/1PH 50760A-A20A.2 STRAIN RELIEF ”N-MGN20-15B-ST M20/1.5P” 50760A-A20A.3 COIL HOSE NGN-12B 3/8”/225CM 50760A-A20A.4...
- Page 32 DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST B COLUMN - 50760 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 SPECIFICATIONS 50760B-01 CAP SCREW M8 X 1.25P X 16L...
- Page 33 DIAGRAM & PARTS LIST C RADIAL ARM - 50760 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 SPECIFICATIONS 50760C-01 CAP SCREW...
- Page 34 DIAGRAM D MOTOR BRACKET - 50760...
- Page 35 PARTS LIST D MOTOR BRACKET - 50760 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 SPECIFICATIONS 50760D-01 SCREW M12 X 1.75P X 50L 50760D-02...
- Page 36 PARTS LIST D MOTOR BRACKET - 50760 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 SPECIFICATIONS 50760D-61 BEARING HOLDER 50760D-62 BEARING...
- Page 37 DIAGRAM E MOTOR & BLADE - 50760...
- Page 38 50760E-25 CAP SCREW M6 X 1.0P X 10L 50760E-26 SET SCREW M8 X 1.25P X 35L 50760E-27 M8 X 1.25P (12) 50760E-28A MOTOR ASSEMBLY (50-760 M1 ONLY) 3HP/220V/60HZ/1PH/2P 50760E-28A.1 MOTOR 3HP/220V/60HZ/1PH/2P 50760E-28A.2 5 X 5 X16L 50760E-28A.3 STRAIN RELIEF ”N-MGN20-15B-STM20/1.5P”...
- Page 39 NOTES...
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Page 40: 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:...
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