General 10-824, 10-929 User Manual

HOVERPAD PNEUMATIC MOBILE BASE ONLY ­JOINTER SOLD SEPARATELY

Available in 2 sizes:
18" X 24"

(457 x 610 mm) Model #10-824

29" X 29" (737 x 737 mm) Model #10-929

Customizable - May be cut to fit almost
any size exactly.

Effortless motion - Heavy objects move
freely on a cushion of air.

Zero rollback - Stays exactly where
parked.

Safe - Greater footprint and stability than
wheels – No tipping.

Requirements - Standard compressed air
and a smooth floor.

To prevent rocking when parked, the
Hoverpad is itself pliant and also has four
pliant rubber feet which compress and pre­vent rocking for the vast majority of cases.

The flow control allows adjustable lift from
1/8” to 1/2” (3 to 12 mm). The load is movable
as soon as it lifts.

Model #10-929 will lift up to 1200 LBS (544 kg),
Model #10-824, up to 600 LBS (272 kg).

The Hoverpad will fly over smooth, hard,
airtight surfaces. Flatness doesn’t matter,
but smoothness is critical. Test by apply­ing a suction cup (supplied) to the floor –
if it sticks even slightly, it will work.

THE HOVERPAD™ PNEUMATIC MOBILE BASE IS A
GENERAL-PURPOSE FLAT BASE (LESS THAN ONE
INCH THICK) ONTO WHICH ANY LOAD CAN BE
PLACED AND EASILY MOVED.

REVISION 2 - APRIL 01/07

© COPYRIGHT GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 04/2007

THANK YOU

for choosing this Hoverpad Pneumatic Mobile Base model 10-824

or 10-929 by General

® International. This Hoverpad has been carefully tested and inspected

before shipment and if properly used and maintained, will provide you with years of reliable
service. To ensure optimum performance and trouble-free operation, and to get the most from
your investment, please take the time to read this manual before assembling, installing and
operating the unit.

The manual’s purpose is to familiarize you with the safe operation, basic function, and features
of this pneumatic mobile base as well as the set-up, maintenance and identification of its parts
and components. This manual is not intended as a substitute for formal woodworking instruc­tion, nor to offer the user instruction in the craft of woodworking. If you are not sure about the
safety of performing a certain operation or procedure, do not proceed until you can confirm,
from knowledgeable and qualified sources, that it is safe to do so.

Once you’ve read through these instructions, keep this manual handy for future reference.

All component parts of this General® International product are carefully tested and inspected during all stages of
production, and each component is thoroughly inspected upon completion of assembly. Because of our commit­ment to quality and customer satisfaction, General® International agrees to repair or replace, within a period of

90 days

from date of purchase, any genuine part or parts which, upon examination, prove to be defective in work­manship or material. In order to obtain this warranty, all defective parts must be returned freight pre-paid to
General® International Mfg. Co., Ltd. Repairs attempted without our written authorization will void this warranty.

GENERAL ® INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY

Disclaimer:

The information and specifications in this manual pertain to
the unit as it was supplied from the factory at the time of printing.
Because we are committed to making constant improvements, General
International reserves the right to make changes to components, parts
or features of this unit as deemed necessary, without prior notice and
without obligation to install any such changes on previously delivered
units. Reasonable care is taken at the factory to ensure that the specifi­cations and information in this manual corresponds with that of the unit
with which it was supplied. However, special orders and “after factory”

modifications may render some or all information in this manual inappli­cable to your unit. Further, as several generations of this model of pneu­matic mobile base and several versions of this manual may be in circu­lation, if you own an earlier or later version of this unit, this manual may
not depict your unit exactly. If you have any doubts or questions contact
your retailer or our support line with the model number of your unit for
clarification.

GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL

8360 Champ-d’Eau, Montreal (Quebec) Canada H1P 1Y3

Telephone [phone] • Fax [phone] • www.general.ca

Rules for Shop Safety

To help ensure safe operation, please take a moment to learn the machines’ applications and limitations, as well
as potential hazards. General® International disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless for
any injury that may result from improper use of its equipment.

1. Do not operate machinery when tired, distracted, or
under the effects of drugs, alcohol or any medication
that impairs reflexes or alertness.

2. The working area should be well lit, clean and free of
debris.

3. Keep children and visitors at a safe distance when
the machine is in operation; do not permit them to
operate the machine.

4. Childproof and tamper proof your shop and all ma­chinery with locks, master electrical switches and
switch keys, to prevent unauthorized or unsupervised
use.

5. Stay alert! Give your work your undivided attention.
Even a momentary distraction can lead to serious
injury.

6. Fine particulate saw dust is a carcinogen that can be
hazardous to health. Work in a well-ventilated area
and whenever possible use a dust collector and wear
eye, ear and respiratory protection devices.

7. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets,
necklaces and ornaments while the machine is in
operation.

8. Be sure that adjusting wrenches, tools, drinks and
other clutter are removed from the machine and/or
the table surface before commencing operation.

9. Keep hands well away from blades and all moving
parts. Use a push stick to feed stock, and use a brush,
not hands, to clear away chips and sawdust.

10. Use recommended-speed blades, cutting tools and
accessories for the workpiece material.

11. Be sure the blade or cutting tool has gained full oper­ating speed before beginning to cut.

12. Always use a clean, properly sharpened blade. Dirty
or dull blades are unsafe and can lead to accidents.

13. Do not push or force stock into the blade or cutting
tool. The machine will perform better and more safely
when working at the rate for which it was designed.

14. Use suitable support when cutting stock that does not
have a flat surface. Always hold stock firmly against
the fence when ripping, or against the miter gauge
when cross-cutting.

15. To minimize risk of injury in the event of work piece
kickback, never stand directly in-line with the blade or
in the potential kickback path of the work piece.

16. Avoid working from awkward or off balance positions.
Do not overreach during cutting operation; keep both
feet on floor. Never lean over or reach over the blade
and never pull the work piece over the blade from
behind. Use outfeed support or have an assistant help
when ripping long material.

17. Keep guards in place and in working order. If a guard
must be removed for maintenance or cleaning, be
sure it is properly reattached before using the tool
again.

18. Never leave the machine running with the power “ON”
when not in operation.

19. If using a power feeder, stop the feeder before
stopping the machine.

20. Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended by
General® International may result in equipment mal­function or risk of injury.

21. Never stand on machinery. Serious injury could result
if the tool is tipped over or if blade or cutting tool is
unintentionally contacted.

22. Always disconnect the tool from the power source
before servicing, changing accessories, performing
any maintenance, cleaning, adjustments, or if the
machine will be left unattended.

23. Make sure that switch is in the “OFF” position before
plugging in the power cord.

24. Make sure tool is properly grounded. If tool is equipped
with a 3-prong plug it should be used with a three-pole
receptacle. Never remove the third prong.

1.

120 P.S.I. MAX. - ALW

AYS USE SUPPLIED AIR

FLOW CONTR

OL VALVE

Do not exceed 120 P.S.I. of air pressure to the
Hoverpad and never supply unrestricted air direct­ly to your Hoverpad. Do not inflate so that the rub­ber bearings extend more than 1/2” (12 mm)
beyond the bottom surface of the pad – bearings
will be permanently damaged and warranty will
be void.

2. ABSOLUTELY NO PASSENGERS

This Hoverpad pneumatic mobile base is intended
for use to move machinery and other heavy
objects. It is not designed for people, pets or for any
other purpose. Any attempt to sit, kneel, stand, ride
or “surf” on a Hoverpad, or on a machine or load
installed on a Hoverpad, should be forbidden at all
times because it is dangerous, and can lead to
serious injury.

3. DEFLATE HOVERPAD BEFORE TURNING ON OR
OPERATING MACHINERY

Never turn on or operate any machine installed on
a Hoverpad until the Hoverpad has been deflated
and the air flow valve has been completely shut off.
Make sure the load is securely parked and sitting
stationary and stable on the floor. Failure to ensure
that your machine is completely immobile may
cause serious injury if the machine begins to move
across the floor when in use or as the workpiece is
fed into the blade(s) or cutting tool.

4. SELECT APPROPRIATE LOCATION AND SURFACE
FOR USE

Do not operate on slopes. Use only on hard, solid,
smooth, sturdy and stable surfaces, that are free of
debris or clutter and have minimal cracks, expan­sion joints or other imperfections that can dissipate
air flow. Tape floor cracks and expansion joints and
cross at an angle.

5.

LOOK BEFORE YOU MOVE THE MACHINE

Ensure that there is a clear path free of any debris,
clutter or obstructions, from your starting point to
the spot where you are re-locating the machine
before moving it. Avoid setting the machine down
on its power cord or air hose.

6. DO NOT FORCE OR OVEREXERT

The Hoverpad pneumatic mobile base is designed
to float and move smoothly (almost frictionless) up
to its rated weight capacity and requires only
steady firm and even pressure to re-locate the
machine or load. If you find that excessive force is
needed: STOP and check for obstructions, over
pressurization or improper installation such as
unevenly distributed load that may cause the
Hoverpad to skid or hop along the floor. Clear dust
or debris from around or beneath the pad, and
reposition the load (if needed) before proceeding.

7. FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND WARNINGS
SUPPLIED WITH YOUR COMPRESSOR

Improper handling of compressed air or incorrect
use of an air compressor can create hazardous
situations and lead to serious personal injury. Be
sure to read, understand and follow all instructions,
safety guidelines and warnings supplied with the
compressor you will use with this pneumatic mobile
base.

Additional Safety Instructions

Specific to this Mobile Base

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. IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBTS ABOUT THE SAFETY OF AN OPERATION

YOU ARE ABOUT TO PERFORM: STOP! DO NOT PERFORM THE OPERATION UNTIL YOU HAVE VALIDATED FROM QUALIFIED

INDIVIDUALS IF THE OPERATION IS SAFE TO PERFORM AND WHAT IS THE SAFEST METHOD TO PERFORM IT.

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PNEUMATIC MOBILE BASE

10-824 or 10-929

IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS & COMPONENTS

Hoverpad

Suction Cup

Coiled Air Hose

5’ Air Hose

Blow Gun

Air Flow

Controller Assembly

Remove all parts and components from the box and
check for missing or damaged items as per the list of
contents below.

Note: please report any damaged or missing items to
your General International distributor immediately.

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HOVERPAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

SUCTION CUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

5’ AIR HOSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

AIR FLOW CONTROLLER ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

BLOW GUN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

COILED HOSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

“L” FITTING WITH NUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

UNPACKING & CHECKING CONTENTS

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