General International 75-050T M1 User Manual

FEATURES
Heavy duty cast-iron head, column and
base built for steady vibration free per-
formance.
Head slides on precision machined cast-
iron dovetail ways - stroke is controlled by
a gas head-cylinder for smooth operation.
Head tilts up to 30° left or right for angled
mortising, and pivots up to 180° for off
table mortising.
Adjustable head height extends working
capacity by up to 3” (up to 9” under chis-
el), to accommodate work with taller work-
pieces.
Equipped with easy to adjust dual depth
stop for complete control of both down
stroke depth and upstroke travel.
Large feed handle with extra long, multi-
position arm for better leverage and
increased feed control.
Includes an adjustable workpiece stop,
handwheel controlled clamp and a col-
umn mounted hold-down.
Totally enclosed fan cooled (T.E.F.C.) motor
with start capacitor for smooth start-up
and longer running life.
Dust protected on/off switch.
Includes adapter bushings to accommo-
date both 5/8” and 3/4” sized chisel
shanks.
SPECIFICATIONS
CHISEL CAPACITY
1⁄4” TO 5⁄8” (6 TO 16 MM)
MAXIMUM CHISEL STROKE
9” (228 MM)
DIST
ANCE FROM FENCE TO CHISEL CENTER
4” (102 MM)
DIST
ANCE FROM CHISEL TO TABLE
(CHISEL 1/4”)
6” TO 9” (152 MM TO 228 MM)
CHUCK C
APACITY
1⁄2” (13 MM)
FENCE SIZE
14 1/8” X 2 7/8”
T
ABLE SIZE
13 1/2” X 9” (343 X 230 MM)
B
ASE SIZE
14 1/8” x 10 3⁄8” (360 x 265 MM)
O
VERALL HEIGHT
29” (736 MM)
SPINDLE SPEED
1720 RPM
MO
TOR
1/2 HP, 110 V, 1 Ph, 3.8 A
WEIGHT
106 LBS (48 KG)
SETUP & OPERATION MANUAL
5/8” TILTING HEAD HOLLOW
VERSION 2_REVISION 2 - January 27/09
© Copyright General® International 01/2009
CHISEL MORTISER
MODEL
#75-050T M1

General International 75-050T M1 Specifications

General

Brand	General International
Model	75-050T M1
Category	Chain Mortisers
Language	English

Summary

Warranty Information

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Details warranty for original purchasers, excluding professional use.

Standard 2-Year Warranty

Covers commercial, industrial, and educational applications for two years.

Filing a Warranty Claim

Instructions for submitting a warranty claim with required documentation and contact info.

Warranty Conditions and Exceptions

Outlines terms, conditions, and exclusions applicable to all warranties.

Electrical Requirements

Grounding Instructions

Explains grounding importance and proper connection to a grounded outlet.

Circuit Capacity

Advises on ensuring circuit can handle machine's amperage draw and potential issues.

Extension Cords

Guidance on selecting correct gauge and type of extension cord for safe operation.

Identification of Main Parts

Basic Functions

Unpacking Instructions

Procedures for unpacking the mortiser and checking for damaged or missing items.

Preparation and Installation

Clean Up Procedures

Guide on cleaning surfaces and preventing rust with wax or inhibitors.

Detach from Shipping Base

Steps to remove the mortiser from its shipping base.

Installation and Mounting

Guidelines for machine placement, operation on stable surface, and secure mounting.

Assembly Instructions

Attach Workpiece Clamp

Instructions for attaching the workpiece clamp assembly to the base.

Attach Workpiece Hold Down

Steps for assembling the hold down on the dovetail way.

Attach Workpiece Stop

Guide on installing the workpiece stop on either side of the mortiser.

Install Down Feed Handle

Instructions for attaching and repositioning the down feed handle.

Install Chisel and Bit Set

Basic Adjustments and Controls

Connecting to Power Source

Safety precautions and steps for connecting the mortiser to power.

Squaring Chisel to Fence

Procedure for aligning the chisel parallel to the fence for accurate mortising.

Basic Operations

On/Off Power Switch

Details on the ON/OFF switch and pre-operation checks.

Setting the Depth Stop

Instructions on setting the depth stop for precise mortise depth control.

Additional Adjustments

Head Height Adjustment

Steps to raise head, extending working capacity for taller workpieces.

Head Tilt Adjustment

Guide on tilting head for angled mortise cutting, including setting specific angles.

Maintenance Procedures

Head Swivel Adjustment

Procedure for swiveling head up to 180° for off-table mortising.

Periodic Maintenance

Routine cleaning, lubrication, and inspection tasks for the mortiser.

Sharpening Chisels and Bits

Guidance on maintaining sharp chisels and bits for optimal performance.

Required Maintenance and Adjustments

Lubrication

Instructions for lubricating column and dovetail ways for smooth operation.

Tilt Index Stop Adjustment

How to adjust tilt index stops for accuracy.

Recommended Optional Accessories

Diagram