General 25-010 M1 User Manual
SPECIFICATIONS
SPINDLE SPEEDS (3)
1350, 2250 & 3500 RPM
SWING O
VER BED
4” (102 MM)
SWING O
VER TOOL REST
2 1/2” (64 MM)
DIST
ANCE BETWEEN CENTERS
12” (102 mm)
SPINDLE
THREAD
3/4” (19 MM) – 16 TPI
T
AILSTOCK THROUGH HOLE
3/8” (10 MM)
MORSE
TAPER
MT#1 (HEADSTOCK AND TAILSTOCK)
SELF-EJECTING
TRAVEL
1” (25 MM)
T
OOL REST
6” (152 MM
F
ACE PLATE
2.5” (64 MM)
MO
TOR
1/5 HP, 110V, 1.2 A, 3450 RPM
WEIGHT
15.5 LBS (7 KG)
SETUP & OPERATION MANUAL
MODEL
#25-010 M1
PEN TURNING MINI-LATHE
FEATURES
Designed and built specifically for turning
pens and other smaller hobby type projects.
Quick lock control levers easily position tool
rest.
Extruded aluminum frame, head and tailstock.
Maximum distance of 12” between centers.
Quiet, smooth running 1/5 HP motor.
3 speeds: 1350, 2250 & 3500 RPM.
Included accessories:
• Live center
• Spur center
• Knockout bar
• See-through lathe guard
• Bonus! Pen turning mandrel set
REVISION 1 - November 23/10
© Copyright General® International 11/2010
THANK YOU
for choosing this General®International model 25-010 Pen Turning
Lathe. This lathe has been carefully tested and inspected before shipment and if properly used
and maintained, will provide you with years of reliable service. For your safety, as well as 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 wood lathe 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.
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 machine. Further, as several generations of this model of wood lathe 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 machine exactly. If you have any doubts or
questions contact your retailer or our support line with
the model and serial number of your unit for clarification.
GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL
8360 Champ-d’Eau, Montreal (Quebec) Canada H1P 1Y3
Telephone (514) 326-1161 • Fax (514) 326-5555 • www.general.ca
All component parts of General®, General® International and Excalibur by General
International ® products are carefully inspected during all stages of production and each unit
is thoroughly inspected upon completion of assembly.
Limited Lifetime
Warranty
Because of our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, General® and General®
International agree to repair or replace any part or component which upon examination,
proves to be defective in either workmanship or material to the original purchaser for the life
of the tool.
However, the Limited Lifetime Warranty does not cover any product used for professionnal or commercial production purposes nor for industrial or educational applications.
Such cases are covered by our Standard 2-year Limited Warranty only. The Limited Lifetime
Warranty is also subject to the “Conditions and Exceptions” as listed below.
Standard 2-Year Limited Warranty
All products not covered by our lifetime warranty including products used in commercial,
industrial and educational applications are warranted for a period of 2 years (24 months) from
the date of purchase. General® and General® International agree to repair or replace any
part or component which upon examination, proves to be defective in either workmanship or
material to the original purchaser during this 2-year warranty period, subject to the “conditions
and exceptions” as listed below.
T
o file a Claim
To file a claim under our Standard 2-year Limited Warranty or under our Limited Lifetime
Warranty, all defective parts, components or machinery must be returned freight or postage
prepaid to General® International, or to a nearby distributor, repair center or other location
designated by General® International. For further details call our service department at 1-888949-1161 or your local distributor for assistance when filing your claim.
Along with the return of the product being claimed for warranty, a copy of the original proof
of purchase and a “letter of claim”must be included (a warranty claim form can also be used
and can be obtained, upon request, from General® International or an authorized distributor)
clearly stating the model and serial number of the unit (if applicable) and including an explanation of the complaint or presumed defect in material or workmanship.
GENERAL®& GENERAL®INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY
CONDITIONS AND EXCEPTIONS:
This coverage is extended to the original purchaser only. Prior warranty registration is not
required but documented proof of purchase i.e. a copy of original sales invoice or receipt
showing the date and location of the purchase as well as the purchase price paid, must be
provided at the time of claim.
Warranty does not include failures, breakage or defects deemed after inspection by General®
or General® International to have been directly or indirectly caused by or resulting from;
improper use, or lack of or improper maintenance, misuse or abuse, negligence, accidents,
damage in handling or transport, or normal wear and tear of any generally considered consumable parts or components.
Repairs made without the written consent of General® Internationallwill void all warranty.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Rules for safe operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Electrical requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Grounding instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Circuit capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Extension cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Identification of main parts
and components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Basic functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
List of contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Installation & Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10
Install the lathe guard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Basic adjustments & controls . . . . . . . .10-13
Connecting to a power source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
On/Off power switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Changing spindle speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Tool rest carriage & tool rest adjustments . . . . . .11
Mounting & removing the headstock spur
center and face plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Mounting & removing the tailstock live center . .12
Moving tailstock quill in / out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Tailstock movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Mounting a pen blank on the pen turning
mandrel set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Mounting a workpiece to the face plate . . . . . . .14
Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Recommended optional accessories . . . . .15
Parts list & diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16-17
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
To help ensure safe operation, please take a moment to learn the machine’s 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 the wood turning lathe 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 wood turning lathe is in operation; do not per
mit them to operate the wood turning lathe.
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 atten-
tion. Even a momentary distraction can lead to serious injury.
6. Fine particulate 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,neck-
laces or other jewelry while the wood turning lathe
is in operation. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair and wear non-slip footwear.
8. Be sure that adjusting wrenches, tools, drinks and
other clutter are removed from the machine before
operating.
9. Keep hands well away from the spindle, the spin
ning workpiece, and all moving parts. Use a brush,
not hands, to clear away chips and dust.
10. Do not use stock containing defects such as che-
cks, splits, cracks, knots or foreign objects. Before
starting, inspect stock and remove all foreign objects such as dirt, nails, staples or any object that
could damage a tool or become dislodged and
fly free and cause injury.
11. Select appropriate turning speed for the size and
type of workpiece being turned and use lowest
speed when starting a new workpiece.
12. Before turning on the wood turning lathe, make
sure the workpiece is securely installed between
centers and that all locking levers and moveable
or removable parts are tightened down and secured.
13. Adjust the tool rest parallel and as close as possible
to the workpiece and before starting the wood turning lathe turn the workpiece by hand, at least one
full rotation to make sure that it does not come in
contact with the tool rest.
14. Maintain turning tools with care. Keep turning tools
sharp and clean for best and safest performance.
15. Avoid working from awkward or off balance posi
tions. Do not overreach and keep both feet on floor.
16. Keep guards in place and in working order. If a
guard must be removed for maintenance or cleaning be sure it is properly re-attached before using
the tool again.
17. Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended
by
GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL
may result in equip-
ment malfunction or risk of injury.
18. Never stand on machinery. Serious injury could
result if the tool is tipped over.
19. Always disconnect the tool from the power source
before servicing, changing accessories, performing any maintenance or cleaning, or if the
machine will be left unattended.
20. Make sure that switch is in
the “OFF”
position before
plugging in the power cord.
21. Make sure the tool is properly grounded. If equip-
ped with a 3-prong plug it should be used with a
three-pole receptacle. Never remove the third
prong.
22. Do not use this wood turning lathe for other than its
intended use. If used for other purposes,
GENERAL®
INTERNATIONAL
disclaims any real implied warranty
and holds itself harmless for any injury, which may
result from that use.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
In the event of an electrical malfunction or short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock. The motor
of this machine is wired for 110V single phase operation and is equipped with a 3-conductor cord and a 3prong grounding plug to fit a grounded type receptacle A. Do not remove the 3rd prong (grounding pin) to
make it fit into an old 2-hole wall socket or extension
cord. If an adaptor plug is used B, it must be attached
to the metal screw of the receptacle.
Note: The use of an adaptor plug is illegal in some
areas. Check your local codes. If you have any doubts
or if the supplied plug does not correspond to your
electrical outlet, consult a qualified eletrician before
proceeding.
EXTENSION CORD
If you find it necessary to use an extension cord with your machine make sure the cord rating is suitable for the
amperage listed on the motor I.D. plate. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. The accompanying chart shows the correct size extension cord to be used based on cord
length and motor I.D. plate amp rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the number, the heavier
the gauge.
AMPERES
(AMPS)
EXTENSION CORD LENGTH
25 feet 50 feet 100 feet 150 feet
<5 18 16 16 14
6 TO 10 18 16 14 12
10 TO 12 16 16 14 12
12 TO 16 14 12 *NR *NR
*NR=Not Recommended
BEFORE CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER SOURCE, VERIFY THAT THE VOLTAGE OF YOUR POWER SUPPLY CORRESPONDS
WITH THE VOLTAGE SPECIFIED ON THE MOTOR I.D. NAMEPLATE. A POWER SOURCE WITH GREATER VOLTAGE THAN NEEDED CAN
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THE USER AS WELL AS DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE.IF IN DOUBT,CONTACT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN
BEFORE CONNECTING TO THE POWER SOURCE.
THIS TOOL IS FOR INDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR USE IN WET OR DAMP LOCATIONS.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
A
B
CIRCUIT CAPACITY
Make sure that the wires in your circuit are capable of handling the amperage draw from your machine, as well as
any other machines that could be operating on the same circuit. If you are unsure, consult a qualified electrician.
If the circuit breaker trips or the fuse blows regularly, your machine may be operating on a circuit that is close to its
amperage draw capacity. However, if an unusual amperage draw does not exist and a power failure still occurs,
contact a qualified technician or our service department.
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