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Combination 6" x 48" belt sander
and 12" disc sander.
Heavy-duty enclosed cabinet pro-
tects motor from sanding dust.
Two large surface, cast-iron, tilting
tables for unlimited sanding opera-
tions.
Sanding belt operates at any angle
from horizontal to vertical with posi-
tive stops at 90° and 45°.
Quick-change belt tension lever for
faster belt changes.
Handles all finishing operations
including: sanding, polishing, grind-
ing, surfacing and cleaning.
Safety switch with key, prevents unit
from being started when key is
removed.
Precision aluminum miter gauge
included.
BELT SIZE
6" X 48" (152 X 1220 MM)
DISC SIZE
12" (305 MM)
BELT SPEED
2250 LIN. FPM (686 LIN. MPM)
DISC SPEED
1750 RPM
BELT TABLE TILT
0 TO 45°
DISC TABLE TILT
45° OUT. & 10° IN.
BELT POSITION
HORIZONTAL / VERTICAL
DISC BACK PLATE
CAST IRON
DUST CHUTE OUTLET (BELT)
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15-035 ONLY
4'' (102 MM)
BASE DIMENSIONS
15 3/4" X 22" (400 X 559 MM)
MOTOR (PREWIRED 220V)
1 1⁄2 HP , 110 / 220 V, 13/6.5 A
MOTOR (DUST COLLECTOR)
15-035DC ONLY
1/4 HP , 110/220 V, 2A/1A
WEIGHT
365 LBS (166 KG)
Built-in dust collector on model 15-035DC only.
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VERSION 3 - REVISION 1 (APRIL 11/13)
S/N: 15-035 M1: 150296413 / 15-035DC M1: 150299413
© COPYRIGHT GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 04/2013
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- Page 1 1 1⁄2 HP , 110 / 220 V, 13/6.5 A MOTOR (DUST COLLECTOR) 15-035DC ONLY 1/4 HP , 110/220 V, 2A/1A WEIGHT VERSION 3 - REVISION 1 (APRIL 11/13) 365 LBS (166 KG) S/N: 15-035 M1: 150296413 / 15-035DC M1: 150299413 © COPYRIGHT GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 04/2013...
- 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 15-035/15-035DC 6” x 48” belt & 12” disc sander. This sander has been carefully tested and inspected before ship- ment 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 ® pro- ducts 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 agree to repair or replace any part or component which upon examination, proves to be defective in either workmanship or material to the original purchaser for the life of the tool.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Rules for safe operation ................5 Electrical requirements . -
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 poten- tial 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 6: Electrical Requirements
If you choose to do so, you may risk seri- ous personal injury, damage to the motor and voiding the warranty 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 7: Extension Cords Identification Of Main Parts And Components
6” x 48” BELT & 12” DISC SANDERS 15-035/15-035DC IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS BELT TRACKING ADJUSTMENT MAIN ON/OFF SWITCH SANDING DISC BELT SANDER WORK TABLE MITER GAUGE MACHINE BASE DISC TABLE LOCK KNOB STAND DUST HOSE L.* DUST COLLECTOR SWITCH (15-035DC ONLY) SANDING BELT M. -
Page 8: Basic Functions
BASIC FUNCTIONS This machine has been designed for sanding or polishing (removing kerf or pencil marks) on small workpieces, such as chair legs or cabinet doors. The sanding belt can be tilted at any angle between 90º and 180º for bevelled pieces. -
Page 9: Placement Within The Shop / Establishing A Safety Zone
PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP / ESTABLISHING A SAFETY ZONE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY COULD OCCUR IF YOU CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE YOU HAVE COM- PLETED THE INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY STEPS. DO NOT CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO. -
Page 10: Assembly Instructions
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS For your convenience this sander is shipped from the factory partially assembled and requires only minimal assem- bly and set up before being put into service. SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY COULD OCCUR IF YOU CONNECT THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE YOU HAVE COMPLE- TED THE INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY STEPS. -
Page 11: Connecting To A Dust Collector (Model 15-035 M1 Only)
CONNECTING TO A DUST COLLECTOR (MODEL 15-035 M1 ONLY) DO NOT OPERATE THIS SANDER WITHOUT AN ADEQUATE DUST COLLECTION SYSTEM PROPERLY INSTALLED AND RUNNING. OPERATING THIS SANDER WITHOUT ADEQUATE DUST COLLECTION CAN LEAD TO EQUIPMENT MALFUNCTION OR DANGEROUS SITUATIONS FOR THE OPERATOR OR OTHER INDIVIDUALS IN THE WORKSHOP. The 4"... -
Page 12: Adjusting The 90° And 45° Bevel Stops - Sanding Belt Table
ADJUSTING THE 90° AND 45° BEVEL STOPS - SANDING BELT TABLE With the table set to 90°, verify and, if needed, adjust BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS, MAKE SURE the 90° stop as follows: THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE “OFF” POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED. -
Page 13: Adjusting The Bevel Pointer
With the table set to 90°, verify and, if needed, adjust the 90° stop as follows: Loosen lock nut C using a 10 mm wrench. Adjust set screw D using the supplied 3 mm allen key until the screw sits on the table. Re-tighten lock nut C. - Page 14 Note: For stop installation, the stud has to be re-installed Re-install the toothed nut D on the stud. with it’s longer end threaded in as shown above. Slide the backstop holder J onto stud with nut and Re-install the washer F, then re-install the stud as secure in place using the previously removed han- shown above, threading its longer end in the sand- dle C, spring B and screw A.
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Page 15: Basic Adjustments & Controls
BASIC ADJUSTMENTS & CONTROLS CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SHOCK OR FIRE DO NOT OPERATE INTERRUPTEUR EN INTERRUPTEUR(S) THE UNIT WITH A DAMAGED POWER CORD OR PLUG. POSITION D’ARRÊT EN POSITION ARRÊT REPLACE DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG IMMEDIATELY. TO AVOID UNEXPECTED OR UNINTENTIONAL START-UP , MAKE SURE THAT THE POWER SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION BEFORE CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE. -
Page 16: Overload Protection/Circuit Breaker
OVERLOAD PROTECTION/CIRCUIT BREAKER MODEL 15-035DC MODEL 15-035 The unit is equipped with a circuit breaker A to protect the motor from power surges or spikes in line voltage. In the event of a power surge, the circuit breaker will be automatically tripped thereby cutting off the power to the motor. Note: If your machine’s motor was converted from 220 V to 110 V power, circuit breaker will be tripped if a power surge occurs. -
Page 17: Sanding Belt Tracking Adjustment
SANDING BELT TRACKING ADJUSTMENT DO NOT ATTEMPT TO PERFORM ANY ADJUSTMENTS WHILE THE MACHINE IS RUNNING. ALWAYS TURN OFF AND UNPLUG THE SAN- DER BEFORE PERFORMING ANY ADJUSTMENTS. KEEP HANDS WELL AWAY FROM THE SANDING BELT AND ALL MOVING PARTS WHEN THE SANDER IS RUNNING. Though not essential, proper belt tracking (having the belt running straight and turning as evenly on the rollers as possible) can prolong belt life and avoid having the belt slip off during operation. -
Page 18: Required Maintenance
REQUIRED MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE SANDING BELT/DISC Sanding belt / disc should be replaced when worn out. Standard size replacement belts and discs can be purchased in a variety of grits from your General® International dealer under the following part numbers: •... -
Page 19: Emptying/Cleaning The Collector Bag (Model 15-035Dc Only)
EMPTYING/CLEANING THE COLLECTOR BAG (15-035DC ONLY) TURN THE SWITCH TO THE "OFF" POSITION AND UNPLUG THE UNIT FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE EMPTYING OR REPLACING THE COLLECTOR BAG OR BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE. FINE PARTICULATE DUST IS A CARCINOGEN THAT CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO HEALTH. WEAR EYE A RESPIRATORY PRO- TECTION DEVICE WHEN EMPTYING/CLEANING THE DUST COLLECTOR BAG. -
Page 20: Wiring Diagram
WIRING DIAGRAM 110V CONNECTION 110V CONNECTION ON /OFF SWITCH ON / OFF SWITCH 220V CONNECTION ON / OFF SWITCH ON / OFF SWITCH... -
Page 21: Parts List & Diagrams
MAIN ASSEMBLY (15-035) 173A... - Page 22 MAIN ASSEMBLY (15-035DC) 136A...
- Page 23 PARTS LIST 15-035/15-035DC M1 SPECIFICATION PART N0. DESCRIPTION 15035DC-01 MOTOR HOUSING 15035DC-02 MOTOR COVER (RH) 15035DC-03 MOTOR COVER (LH) 15035DC-04 STATOR 15035DC-05 ROTOR SHAFT 15035DC-06 DISC GUARD 15035DC-07 SANDING DISC PLATEN 12" 15035DC-08 BELT FRAME 15035DC-09 BASE 15035DC-10 BELT PLATE 15035DC-11 BELT PLATE BRACKET 15035DC-12...
- Page 24 PARTS LIST 15-035/15-035DC M1 PART N0. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION 1" 15035DC-57 HEX NUT 15035DC-58 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW 1/4x1" 15035DC-59 FLAT WASHER M10x25 15035DC-60 POINTER 15035DC-61 LOCK WASHER 3/16 3/16x1/4 15035DC-62 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW 15035DC-63 BRACKET ADJUSTING SCREW 15035DC-64 BRACKET ADJUSTING SCREW DITCH 5/16x18 15035DC-65...
- Page 25 PARTS LIST 15-035/15-035DC M1 PART N0. DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION 15035DC-113 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW W/WASHER 3/16x1/4 300UF 125V 15035DC-114 CONDENSER 15035DC-115 FIXTURE 34MM MIDDLE OPEN 3/16x1/4 15035DC-116 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW W/WASHER 15035DC-117 DUST MOTOR 15035DC-118 SPRING PIN 6x40 6x50 15035DC-119 SPRING PIN 15035DC-120 SPRING FLAT 3/16...
- Page 26 PARTS LIST 15-035/15-035DC M1 SPECIFICATION PART N0. DESCRIPTION 15035DC-168 WASHER 15035DC-169 SPROCKET WASHER 15035DC-170 BELT POINTER 15035DC-171 SCREW 3/16” X 3/8” 15035DC-172 FLAT WASHER 15035-173A SWITCH PLATE 15035-174 CLOSED STAND 15035-177 SWITCH ASS’Y GENERAL STOPPER 15035-178 DUST CHUTE YW1075 4” X 300 MM 15035-179 DUST HOSE 15035-180...
- Page 27 Notes...
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Page 28: Contact Information
MODELS 15-035/15-035DC 8360 Champ-d’Eau, Montreal (Quebec) Canada H1P 1Y3 Tel.: (514) 326-1161 Fax: (514) 326-5565 - Fax: (514) 326-5555 - Parts & Service / 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.