General 25-200 User Manual

SETUP & OPERATION MANUAL

FEATURES

Quick lock control levers easily position tool rest.

Large 12″ inboard bowl turning capacity. Stable cast-iron frame, head & tailstock to

reduce chatter and vibration for smoother turning.

Maximum distance of 17 5⁄16″ between centers.

Maximum distance of 49″ between centers with optional bed extension (Item #25-205).

Quick release belt tension lever for faster, easier speed changes.

Three variable speed ranges: 300 to 900, 600 to 1800 & 1200 to 3600 rpm.

Digital spindle speed display. 12″ tool rest with sturdy 1″ diameter sup-

port post. Forward/reverse switch. Features positive spindle indexing in 10°

increments - total 36 index positions.

“MAXI-LATHE VS+”

12″ X 17″ WOOD LATHE

VARIABLE SPEED

SPECIFICATIONS

SPINDLE SPEED (VARIABLE) 300 TO 3600 RPM

SWING OVER BED 12″ (304 MM)

SWING OVER TOOL REST 9 1/4” (236 MM)

SWING OVER SIDE BED 19 1/4” (490 MM)

SWING OVER SIDE TOOL REST 16 5/8” (424 MM)

DISTANCE BETWEEN CENTERS 17 5⁄16″ (440 MM)

SPINDLE THREAD 1″ (25.4 MM) - 8 TPI

TAILSTOCK THROUGH HOLE 3/8” (10 MM)

MORSE TAPER MT #2

SELF EJECTING TRAVEL 2 1/8” (55 MM)

TOOL REST 12″ (305 MM)

FACE PLATE 3 1/8” (80 MM)

INDEXING POSITION 36 X 10°

MOTOR M1 3/4 HP, 110 V, 8 A, 2500 RPM

WEIGHT 146 LBS (66.5 KG)

MODEL

#25-200

VERSION 2_REVISION 2 - November 2015 (S/N:25855611) © Copyright General® International

GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL

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

Telephone (514) 326-1161 • Fax (514) 326-5555 • www.general.ca

THANK YOU for choosing this Variable Speed Maxi Lathe VS+ model 25-200

by General 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 unit 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 General® International products are carefully tested and inspected during all stages of production, and each product 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 24 months 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.

International. This unit has been carefully tested and inspected before shipment

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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 tool exactly. If you have any doubts or questions contact your retailer or our support line with the model number of your unit for clarification.

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 lathe when tired, distrac ted, 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 lathe is in operation; do not permit them to operate the wood lathe.

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

5. Stay alert! Give your work your undivided atten tion. Even a momentary distraction can lead to seri ous 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 lathe is in operation. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair and wear non-slip footwear.

12. Before turning on the wood lathe, make sure the workpiece is securely installed between centers and that all locking levers and moveable or remov able parts are tightened down and secured.

13. Adjust the cutting tool parallel and as close as pos sible to the workpiece and, before starting the lathe, turn the workpiece by hand, at least one full rotation to make sure that it does not come in contact with the cutting tool.

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 clea ning be sure it is properly re-attached before using the tool again.

17. Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended by ment malfunction or risk of injury.

18. Never stand on machinery. Serious injury could result if the tool is tipped over.

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8. Be sure that adjusting wren ches, 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 ob jects 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.

19. Always disconnect the tool from the power source before servicing, changing accessories, perfor ming any maintenance or cleaning, or if the machine will be left unattended.

20. Make sure that switch is in 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 lathe for any purpose other than its intended use. If used for other purposes,

GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury, which may result from that use.

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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

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 3-prong grounding plug A to fit a grounded type receptacle B.

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 C, 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 electrician before proceeding.

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.

EXTENSION CORDS

If you find it necessary to use an extension cord with your machine, use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plug and a matching 3-pole receptacle that accepts the tool’s plug. Repair or replace a damaged extension cord or plug immediately.

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.

TABLE - MINIMUM GAUGE FOR CORD

EXTENSION CORD LENGTH

AMPERES 50 feet 100 feet 200 feet 300 feet

< 5

6 to 10

10 to 12

12 to 16

*NR = Not Recommended

18 16 16 14

18 16 14 12

16 16 14 12

14 12 *NR *NR

VARIABLE SPEED MAXI-LATHE VS+

25-200

IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS

/MIN

VITESSE TR

SPEED RPM

8.8.8.8.

ON/OFF

EN MARCHE/ARRÊT

MAX.

MIN

Ù HEADSTOCK FACE PLATE BELT GUARD BELT TENSION RELEASE LEVER BELT TENSION LOCK LEVER MOTOR FLYWHEEL HEADSTOCK LOCKING LEVER OUTBOARD BED EXTENSION SPINDLE SPEED READOUT SPINDLE SPEED CONTROLLER HEADSTOCK PIVOT PIN

ON/OFF SWITCH (KEY SWITCH)

TOOL REST

TOOL REST CARRIAGE TOOL REST LOCKING LEVER TOOL REST CARRIAGE LEVER LIVE CENTER LIVE CENTER TAILSTOCK LOCKING LEVER TAILSTOCK QUILL LOCKING LEVER QUILL MOVEMENT HANDWHEEL TAILSTOCK LEVELING FOOT LATHE BED FORWARD/REVERSE SWITCH

(NOT SHOWN)

UNPACKING & SET UP

UNPACKING

This model 25-200 is heavy – 146 lbs (66.5 kg). Do not over-exert. The help of an assistant will be needed for the following step.

Carefully unpack and remove the wood lathe and its components from the box and check for damaged or missing items as per the list of contents below.

NOTE: Please report any damaged or missing items to your General International distributor immediately.

LIST OF CONTENTS

Once the parts have been removed from the packaging, you should have the following items:

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A- TOOL REST LOCKING LEVER 1 B- TOOL REST 1 C- HEADSTOCK SPUR CENTER 1 D- TAILSTOCK LIVE CENTER 1 E- TOOL REST EXTENSION POST 1 F- KNOCK OUT BAR 1 G- OUTBOARD EXTENSION HARDWARE 2 H- SAFETY GLASSES 1 I- OUTBOARD BED EXTENSION 1 J- BELT TENSION LEVER 1

K- LEVELING FEET (with nuts) 4 L- FACE PLATE 1 M- FACE PLATE WRENCH 1 N- ALLEN KEYS (3 MM AND 6 MM) 1 O- LATHE WITH HEADSTOCK, TAILSTOCK AND TOOL

REST CARRIAGE (NOT SHOWN) 1

CLEAN UP

Be sure to work in a well ventilated area for the clean-up process.

The unpainted cast-iron surface of the lathe bed is covered with a protective coating that helps prevent rust from forming during shipping and storage. Remove this protective coating by rubbing with a rag dipped in kerosene, mineral spirits or paint thinner. (Handle and dispose of potentially flammable solvent soaked rags according to manufacturers’ safety recommendations.)

A putty knife held flat to avoid scratching the surface, may also be used to scrape off the coating followed by clean-up with solvent. Avoid rubbing the lathes painted surfaces as many solvent based products will remove paint.

To prevent rust, apply a light coating of paste wax or use regular applications of any after-market surface protectant or rust inhibitor.

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