General International 15-035DC MI - User Manual

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.

Summary

FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS

General Features

Overview of the sander's key features and benefits.

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications of the belt and disc sander, including dimensions and power.

INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL INFORMATION

Welcome Message and Manual Purpose

Expresses gratitude and outlines the manual's purpose for safe operation.

WARRANTY INFORMATION AND CLAIMS

Warranty Coverage Details

Explains the terms of limited lifetime and 2-year warranties.

Filing a Warranty Claim

Provides instructions on how to initiate and process a warranty claim.

Warranty Conditions and Exceptions

Lists the specific conditions and exclusions that apply to the warranty.

RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

General Safety Guidelines

Comprehensive safety guidelines for operating the sander to prevent injury.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Voltage Conversion, Grounding, and Circuit Capacity

Guidance on voltage conversion, grounding, and circuit capacity.

Extension Cord Usage Recommendations

Recommendations for using appropriate extension cords with the sander.

IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS

Sander Component Diagram

Identifies the main parts and components of the sander with labels.

GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR SANDER

Basic Functions and Unpacking

Describes basic functions, unpacking, and checking contents.

WORKSHOP PLACEMENT AND CLEANUP

Placement and Safety Zone Establishment

Guidelines for positioning the sander and establishing a safe operating area.

Initial Cleaning Procedures

Instructions for removing protective coating and preventing rust.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Mounting Sander to Base Cabinet

Steps for securely attaching the sander unit to its base cabinet.

Attaching Door Knob and Dust Outlet

Instructions for installing the door knob and dust outlet.

SANDER CONFIGURATION AND ACCESSORIES

Dust Collector Connection

How to connect an external dust collection system to the sander.

Using Miter Gauge and Center Point

Guidance on using the miter gauge and center point for sanding.

SANDING TABLE ADJUSTMENTS

Belt Table Bevel Stop Adjustment

Adjusting the 90° and 45° bevel stops for the sanding belt table.

Disc Table 90° Stop Adjustment

Adjusting the 90° stop for the sanding disc table.

OPERATIONAL FINE-TUNING

Bevel Pointer and Workpiece Stop Installation

Calibrating the bevel pointer and installing the workpiece stop.

BASIC ADJUSTMENTS AND CONTROLS

Power Connection and Switch Operation

Connecting to power and operating ON/OFF switches and safety features.

OPERATIONAL ADJUSTMENTS AND PROTECTION

Circuit Breaker, Table Tilting, and Belt Position

Managing overload protection, table angles, and belt position.

SANDING BELT TRACKING AND PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

Sanding Belt Tracking Adjustment

How to adjust the sanding belt for optimal tracking and performance.

Periodic Maintenance Procedures

Routine cleaning and inspection procedures for the sander.

REQUIRED MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS

Replacing Sanding Belt and Disc

Instructions for replacing worn sanding belts and discs.

Belt and Disc Replacement Steps

Step-by-step guides for changing the sanding belt and disc.

DUST COLLECTOR MAINTENANCE (15-035 DC)

Collector Bag Cleaning and Emptying

How to empty and clean the dust collector bag on model 15-035DC.

ELECTRICAL WIRING DIAGRAMS

110 V and 220 V Connection Schematics

Electrical wiring diagrams for 110V and 220V power connections.

MAIN ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM (MODEL 15-035)

Exploded View and Part Identification

Detailed diagram showing the assembly of the 15-035 model.

MAIN ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM (MODEL 15-035 DC)

Exploded View and Part Identification

Detailed diagram showing the assembly of the 15-035DC model.

PARTS LIST (MODEL 15-035;15-035 DC M1)

Parts Identification (Items 01-56)

Comprehensive list of parts with part numbers and specifications.

PARTS LIST CONTINUED

Parts Identification (Items 57-112)

Continuation of the comprehensive parts list with part numbers.

PARTS LIST CONTINUED

Parts Identification (Items 113-167)

Further continuation of the parts list with part numbers and specifications.

PARTS LIST CONTINUED

Parts Identification (Items 168-189)

Final section of the parts list with part numbers and specifications.

General International 15-035DC MI Specifications