General International 15-030 M1 User Manual

FEATURES
Optimum sanding results without the need
for special operator skills.
High quality conveyor belt for long service
life.
Variable feed rate from 3-20 FPM.
Conveyor motor equipped with indepen-
dant safety switch with removable key.
Magnetic safety switch on main motor.
Side and rear extension tables for easier
stock handling.
Reinforced pressure roller brackets.
Large metal hand wheel controls sanding
head height for thickness adjustment.
Internal dust shroud for efficient dust con-
trol.
Totally enclosed stand with storage com-
partment.
Ability to sand up to 30”material in two
passes. (Finish sanding may be required)
SPECIFICATIONS
MAXIMUM SANDING WIDTH
15” (380 MM) / *30” (*IN 2 PASSES)
MIN / MAX SANDING THICKNESS
1/4” (6 MM) / 4” (102 MM)
MINIMUM SANDING LENGTH
5” (127 MM)
FEED RATE
3 TO 20 FPM - VARIABLE
SANDING BELT SIZE
15” X 39 1⁄2” (381 X 1003 MM)
CONT
A
CT ROLLER DIAMETER
2 1⁄2” (82 MM)
O
VERALL DIMENSIONS (L X W X H)
WITH TABLES FULLY EXTENDED
39” X 52” X 64 1⁄2”
(991 X 1321 X 1638 MM)
CONVEYOR MOTOR
1⁄6 HP
MAIN MO
TOR
3 HP, 220 V, 1 PH, 1720 RPM
WEIGHT
400 LBS / 182 KG
SETUP & OPERATION MANUAL
MODEL
#15-030 M1
15” OPEN TYPE WIDE BELT SANDER
REVISION 1 - September 25/08
© Copyright General® International 09/2008

General International 15-030 M1 Specifications

General

Disc Speed	1720 RPM
Motor	1/3 HP
Table Tilt	0 to 45 degrees
Disc Diameter	12 inches
Belt Size	6 x 48 inches
Dust Port	4 inches

Summary

FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

EXTENSION CORDS

Guidance on selecting and using appropriate extension cords.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

Explains the importance and methods of proper grounding.

CIRCUIT CAPACITY

Ensures the electrical circuit can handle the machine's load.

IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS

BASIC FUNCTIONS

PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP / ESTABLISHING A SAFETY ZONE

LIFTING AND HANDLING THE MACHINE

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALL THE SANDING BELT

CONNECTING TO A DUST COLLECTOR

BASIC ADJUSTMENTS & CONTROLS

CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE

Steps for safely connecting the machine to electricity.

DRUM MOTOR MAGNETIC SAFETY SWITCH

CONVEYOR MOTOR SWITCH WITH SAFETY KEY

OVERLOAD PROTECTION

SANDING BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT

SANDING BELT TRACKING ADJUSTMENT

ADJUSTING THE SANDING HEAD HEIGHT

CHANGING FEED SPEED

RECOMMENDED ADJUSTMENTS

ADJUSTING THE PRESSURE ROLLER HEIGHT

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

BASIC PRINCIPLES OF SANDING

OPERATIONS STEP-BY-STEP

A procedural guide for operating the sander.

TO STOP THE MACHINE

Instructions for safely shutting down the machine.

MAINTENANCE

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

REPLACEMENT OF THE SANDING BELT