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General International 15-625 Setup And Operation Manual

General International 15-625 Setup And Operation Manual

6" & 8" low speed bench grinders

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Double sealed ball-bearing cons-
truction.
New motor housing design for wider
work area.
Adjustable aluminum tool-rests.
MODEL 15-625
Easy-adjust cast tool-rests.
MODEL 15-825
Heavy-duty wheel guards with dust
chute.
Equipped with eye-shield protectors.
Four rubber base mounts to reduce
vibration.
Flexible "gooseneck" style work light.
Low RPM (1725) for sharpening wood
turning and finishing tools.
Perfect for sharpening high speed
steel cutting tools.
MODEL 15-625:
WHEEL SIZES
6" x
" (152 x 19 mm)
3 ⁄
4
ARBOR SPEED
1725 RPM
ARBOR SIZE
1 ⁄
" (13 mm)
2
WHEEL GRITS
36/60
MOTOR
1 ⁄
HP , 110 V, 1 Ph, 3.5 A
3
WEIGHT
21 LBS (9.6 kg)
MODEL 15-825:
WHEEL SIZES
8" x
" (203 x 19 mm)
3 ⁄
4
ARBOR SPEED
1725 RPM
ARBOR SIZE
5 ⁄
" (16 mm)
8
WHEEL GRITS
36/60
MOTOR
1 ⁄
HP , 110 V, 1 Ph, 5 A
2
WEIGHT
41.8 LBS (19 kg)
VERSION 2 - REVISION 1 (June 13
, 2011)
th
© Copyright General International 06/2011

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Summary of Contents for General International 15-625

  • Page 1 ARBOR SIZE 5 ⁄ ” (16 mm) WHEEL GRITS 36/60 MOTOR 1 ⁄ HP , 110 V, 1 Ph, 5 A WEIGHT 41.8 LBS (19 kg) VERSION 2 - REVISION 1 (June 13 , 2011) © Copyright General International 06/2011...
  • Page 2 Telephone (514) 326-1161 • Fax (514) 326-5555 • www.general.ca THANK YOU for choosing this General International model 15-625/15-825 Low Speed Bench Grinder. This bench grinder has been carefully tested and inspected before ship- ment and if properly used and maintained, will provide you with years of reliable service. To...
  • 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 hold itself harmless for any injury that may result from the improper use of it’s equipment.
  • Page 4 Additional Safety Instructions for Bench Grinders Because each shop situation is unique, no list of safety guidelines can ever be complete. The most important safety feature in any shop is the knowledge and good judgement of the user. Use common sense and always keep safety considerations, as they apply to your individual shop situation first and foremost in mind.
  • Page 5: Electrical Requirements

    ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has a receptacle like the one illustrated in Figure Figure shows a 3-prong electrical plug IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, and receptacle that has a grounding conductor. If a grounding provides a path of least resistance for elec- properly grounded receptacle is not available, an tric current and reduces the risk of electric shock.
  • Page 6 6” & 8” LOW SPEED BENCH GRINDERS 15-625/15-825 IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS & COMPONENTS Model shown: 15-625 Flexible Work Light Wheel Guard Eye Shield Motor Wheel Housing Cover Tool Rest Grinding Tool Rest Wheel Adjustable Supports On/Off Switch WHEEL GUARD – Covers the grinding wheels and pro- TOOL REST ADJUSTABLE SUPPORTS –...
  • Page 7 NOTE: Please report any damaged or missing items to your General International distributor immediately. (15-625) LIST OF CONTENTS RIGHT TOOL REST ......1 LEFT TOOL REST .
  • Page 8 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS (15-625) For your own safety, never connect the plug to power source outlet until all assembly and adjustment steps are completed, and you have read and understood the safety and operating instructions. INSTALLING THE TOOL RESTS The grinder is supplied with two different tool rest assemblies. The left side tool rest is entirely flat.
  • Page 9 Repeat for the other spark guard. INSTALLING THE EYE SHIELDS To install the eye shields (A) to spark guard, refer to model 15-625 on page 8 - eye shields installation. Repeat for the other eye shield. SECURING THE GRINDER TO A WORK SURFACE...
  • Page 10 OPERATIONS ADJUSTMENTS AND CONTROLS POWER “ON/OFF” SWITCH POWER OFF SAFETY KEY POWER ON (PREVENTS START-UP WHEN REMOVED) Make sure the switch is in the “OFF” position Remove the switch key whenever the grinder is before plugging in the power cord. not in use.
  • Page 11 Repairs to the Bench Grinder should be performed by qualified and trained personnel only. Contact your nearest General International dealer for authorized service. Unauthorized repairs or replacement with non-factory parts could cause serious injury to the operator, damage to the Bench Grinder and void the warranty.
  • Page 12 We offer a large variety of products for increased convenience, productivity, accuracy and safety when using your Here’s a small sampling of optional accessories available from your local General International dealer. For more information about our products, please visit our website at www.general.ca...
  • Page 13 DIAGRAM 15-625...
  • Page 14 PARTS LIST 15-625 PART N0. DESCRIPTION 15625-01 STATOR & COPPER WINDING 15625-02 ROTOR & SHAFT 15625-03 BALL BEARING 15625-04 BEARING COVER 15625-05 FAN BLADE 15625-06 15625-07 MOTOR HOUSING (FRONT) 15625-08 MOTOR HOUSING (REAR) 15625-09 SPRING WASHER 15625-10 CROSS HD SCREW...
  • Page 15 DIAGRAM 15-825...
  • Page 16 PARTS LIST 15-825 PART N0. DESCRIPTION 15825-01 STATOR AND COPPER WIRE 15825-02 ROTOR AND SHAFT 15825-03 BALL BEARING 15825-04 BASE 15825-05 15825-06 CROSS HEAD SCREW WITH WASHER 15825-07 MOTOR COVER (LH) 15825-08 MOTOR COVER (RH) 15825-09 FLAT WASHER 15825-10 SPRING WASHER 15825-11 HEX SCREW 15825-12...
  • Page 17 PARTS LIST 15-825 PART N0. DESCRIPTION 15825-59 TOOL REST (RH) 15825-59A TOOL REST KIT (RH) 15825-60 TOOL REST BRACKET (RH) 15825-61 KNOB 15825-MOTOR MOTOR Notes...
  • Page 18 15-625 / 16-825 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.

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