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General International 15-035 MI User Manual

General International 15-035 MI
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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
t
ables for unlimited sanding opera-
tions.
S
anding 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)
-
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)
VERSION 3 - REVISION 1 (APRIL 11/13)
S/N: 15-035 M1: 150296413 / 15-035DC M1: 150299413
© COPYRIGHT GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 04/2013
Built-in dust collector on model 15-035DC only.
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General International 15-035 MI Specifications

General IconGeneral
Motor1/3 HP
Dust Port2 inches
Disc Diameter6 inches
Disc Speed3, 450 RPM
Table Tilt0 to 45 degrees
TypeBelt and Disc Sander

Summary

FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS

WARRANTY INFORMATION

GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Details the limited lifetime warranty coverage for General International products.

Standard 2-Year Limited Warranty

Outlines the 2-year warranty for products not covered by lifetime warranty.

To file a Claim

Provides instructions and requirements for filing a warranty claim.

CONDITIONS AND EXCEPTIONS

Lists conditions and exceptions that apply to warranty coverage.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Converting the Motor to 110V

Guidance on converting the machine's motor from 220V to 110V.

Grounding Instructions

Details on proper grounding procedures to reduce electric shock risk.

Circuit Capacity

Ensuring the electrical circuit can handle the machine's amperage draw.

Extension Cords

Recommendations for using extension cords with the equipment.

IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS

BASIC FUNCTIONS

UNPACKING

PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP / ESTABLISHING A SAFETY ZONE

Placement Within the Shop

Guidelines for positioning the machine in the workshop for optimal use.

Establishing a Safety Zone

Recommendations for creating a safe operational area around the machine.

CLEAN UP

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Install Sander onto Base Cabinet

Steps for mounting the sander unit onto its base cabinet.

Attach the Door Knob

Instructions for attaching the door knob to the cabinet.

Install Dust Outlet

Procedure for installing the dust outlet on the 15-035 M1 model.

CONNECTING TO A DUST COLLECTOR (Model 15-035 M1 ONLY)

BUILT-IN DUST COLLECTOR (Model 15-035DC M1 ONLY)

USING THE MITER GAUGE

CENTER POINT

ADJUSTING THE 90° AND 45° BEVEL STOPS - SANDING BELT TABLE

Adjusting the 45° Bevel Stop

Procedure to adjust the 45° bevel stop for the sanding belt table.

ADJUSTING THE 90° STOP - SANDING DISC TABLE

ADJUSTING THE BEVEL POINTER

INSTALLING/SETTING THE WORKPIECE STOP

BASIC ADJUSTMENTS & CONTROLS

Connecting to a Power Source

Steps for safely connecting the machine to a power source.

ON/OFF Power Switch with Safety Key (Model 15-035DC Only)

Description of the safety key switch for the 15-035DC model.

ON/OFF Switch & Safety Pin (Model 15-035 Only)

Description of the safety pin switch for the 15-035 model.

OVERLOAD PROTECTION/CIRCUIT BREAKER

TILTING THE SANDING BELT/DISC TABLE

HORIZONTAL/VERTICAL SANDING BELT ADJUSTMENT

SANDING BELT TRACKING ADJUSTMENT

MAINTENANCE

Periodic Maintenance

Routine checks and cleaning for maintaining the machine's condition.

REQUIRED MAINTENANCE

Replacing the Sanding Belt/Disc

Procedure for replacing worn sanding belts and discs.

Belt Replacement

Detailed steps for replacing the sanding belt.

Sanding Disc Replacement

Detailed steps for replacing the sanding disc.

EMPTYING/CLEANING THE COLLECTOR BAG (15-035DC ONLY)

WIRING DIAGRAM

MAIN ASSEMBLY (15-035)

MAIN ASSEMBLY (15-035DC)

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