General 30-010 M1 User Manual

Powerful 2 HP motor with thermal overload
protection.

Front and rear fold-down extension tables
(12 L x 15 1/4 W) with end rollers for
smooth easy stock feeding.

Top mounted return rollers for smooth
stock handling for consecutive
planning/multiple passes.

Convenient power cord storage brackets
and inset lifting handles.

Dual position depth of cut adjustment
handle mounts left or right – one full
rotation equals 1/16”.

Dual feed speeds for smooth planning
with either soft or hard wood.

Adjustable pre-set depth gauge for
accurate repeat cuts.

Easy to read graduated scale in both
inches and metric indicates workpiece
thickness.

Safety On/Off switch with key. Unit cannot
be started when key is removed from
switch.

Snipe eliminating head lock.
Depth of cut indicator.
Includes magnetic knife setting guide.

TABLE AREA WITH EXTENSIONS (L X W)
36 5/8” X 15 1⁄4” (930 x 387 mm)

MAXIMUM PLANING

WIDTH

13” (330 mm)
MAXIMUM

THICKNESS OF STOCK

6” (152 mm)
MINIMUM

THICKNESS OF STOCK

1⁄8” (3 mm)
MINIMUM LENGTH OF ST

OCK

5” (127 mm)
MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CUT (FULL

WIDTH)

1⁄16” (1.5 mm)
KNIVES

2 - DOUBLE EDGED
CUTTERHEAD SPEED

9500 RPM
FEED SPEEDS (2)

18 & 26 FPM
CUTS PER INCH

88 / 61
MO

TOR

2 HP, 120 V, 1 Ph, 15 A

REVISION 1 - JUNE 7/07

© COPYRIGHT GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 06/2007

THANK YOU

for choosing this General® International model 30-010 M1
13” single surface planer.This planer 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 planer 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 machinery are carefully tested and inspected during all stages of
production, and each machine 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.

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 machine. Further, as several generations of this
model of planer 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 [phone] • Fax [phone] • www.general.ca

1. Read, understand and follow all safety warnings and
instructions in the supplied Operator’s Manual.

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

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

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

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

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

7. Wear approved safety glasses, dust mask and hearing
protection, and do not wear loose clothing, gloves,
bracelets, necklaces or jewelry while operating the
planer. Wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair and wear non-slip footwear.

8. 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.

9. Keep hands well away from the cutterhead and all
moving parts. Do not clear chips and sawdust away
with hands, use a brush.

10. Be sure that wrenches, tools, drinks and other clutter
are removed from the machine and/or the table sur­faces before operation.

11. Kickback is when the workpiece is ejected at high
speeds by the force of the cutterhead.To minimize the
risk of injury from kickback, use proper feeding tech­nique and stand to one side, out of the path of a po­tential kickback.

12. Be sure the blades are securely installed in the cutter­head and in proper cutting direction before operation.

13. Make sure the cutterhead has gained full operating
speed before feeding stock into the planer.

14. Always use clean, properly sharpened knives in the
cutterhead. Dirty or dull knives are unsafe and can
lead to accidents.

15. Inspect stock and remove all foreign objects before
planing. Make sure that any stock you plane is clean
and free of dirt, nails, staples, tiny rocks or any other
foreign objects that may damage the blades. Only
process natural solid wood boards. Never plane MDF,
particle board, plywood, laminates or other synthetic
materials.

16. Do not push or force stock into the cutterhead. The
planer will perform better and safer when working at
the rate for which it was designed.

17. The maximum depth of cut for one pass is 1/8” for a
board of 5 -1/2" or less In width and 1/16" for a board
wider than 5 -1/2". Never attempt to remove more ma­terial than the maximum in any single pass.

18. Select appropriate feed speed for the stock being pla­ned: high speed for softwood and slow for hardwoods.

19. Place stock firmly against the table and use suitable
in-feed and out-feed support if stock is too long.

20. Keep guards in place and in working order. If a guard
must be removed for maintenance or cleaning make
sure it is properly attached before using the machine
again.

21. Never leave the machine unattended while running
or with the power “ON”.

22. Always turn off and disconnect from power source
before servicing or changing accessories, blades, or
before performing any maintenance or adjustments.

23. Make sure the switch is in the "off" position before plug­ging in the power cord.

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

25. Use only parts and accessories that are designed for
use with this planer. The use of parts or accessories
NOT recommended by General International may re­sult in equipment malfunction and an increased risk
of injury.

26. Do not use this planer fro anything other than its in­tended use. If used for other, General International
disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself
harmless for any injury which may result from that use.

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.

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 grounded plug to fit a grounded type receptacle, . Do
not remove the 3rd prong (grounding pin) to make it fit into an old 2­hole wall socket. If an adaptor plug is used, , 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.

DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED.

If it will not fit your receptacle, have the proper receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.
CHECK with a qualified electrician or service person if you do not completely understand these grounding instruc-

tions, or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded.

EXTENSION CORDS

USE ONLY 3-WIRE EXTENSION CORDS THAT HAVE 3-PRONG GROUNDING PLUGS AND 3-POLE RECEPTACLES THAT ACCEPT
THE TOOLS’ PLUG. REPAIR OR REPLACE A DAMAGED OR WORN POWER CORD OR PLUG IMMEDIATELY.

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 14

12 TO 16 14 12

* NR * NR

* NR = Not Recommended

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13” SINGLE SURFACE PLANER

30-010

IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS

IN-FEED TABLE
MOUNTING HOLES
CIRCUIT BREAKER
STOCK THICKNESS SCALE
DEPTH OF CUT INDICATOR
PRESET DEPTH GAUGE
ON/OFF SWITCH
RETURN ROLLER
CUTTERHEAD LOCKING HANDLE
SPEED SELECTION HANDLE
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDLE

FRONT VIEW

OUT-FEED TABLE
TOOL TRAY
KNIFE SETTING MAGNETS
T-HANDLE WRENCH
CHIP DEFLECTOR
POWER CORD
POWER CORD STORAGE HOOKS
RETURN ROLLER
LIFTING HANDLE

REAR VIEW

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Carefully unpack and remove the planer 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

QTY

PLANER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

ADJUSTMENT HANDLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

FLAT WASHER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

PAN HEAD BOLT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

KNIFE SETTING MAGNETS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

T-HANDLE WRENCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

POINTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

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The unit should be installed on a flat, level, sturdy and
stable surface, able to support the weight of the
machine and the workpiece with ease.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE STARTING THE INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY, MAKE SURE THAT THE POWER SWITCH IS IN THE “OFF” POSITION
AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS UNPLUGGED. DO NOT PLUG IN OR TURN ON THE PLANER UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLE­TED THE INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY STEPS DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION OF THE MANUAL.

For your convenience this planer is shipped from the factory partially assembled and requires only minimal assem­bly and set up before being put into service.

Never install or operate the planer over the edge of a
table, workbench or other mounting surface.

UNPACKING & SET UP

To accommodate the users personal preference or
work habits the adjustment handle can be installed on
either side of the top of the planer.

ATTACH THE DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT HANDLE

With the T-Handle wrench,use the supplied washer and
pan head screw to attach the depth of cut adjustment
handle as shown.

Fold down the in-feed and out-feed tables, , and stow the knife setting magnets and T-handle wrench in the hold­er at the rear of the machine as shown, .

STOW THE KNIFE SETTING MAGNETS AND T-HANDLE WRENCH

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HEX. HEAD BOLT

FLAT WASHER

PLANER

WORKBENCH OR STAND

FLAT WASHER

LOCK WASHER

HEX. NUT

If a permanent shop placement or installation is prac­tical, consider using the mounting holes and drilling
matching through holes in your workbench or mount­ing surface to bolt the planer in place (hardware not
included) on your workbench.

If you prefer an optional steel stand (item #30-015)
is available from your local General International
dealer.

The unit is equipped with a circuit breaker located to the right of the power switch,,to protect the motor from
power surges or spikes in line voltage. In the event of a power surge,the circuit breaker will be automatically tripped
thereby cutting off the power to the motor.

To reset the circuit breaker after it has been tripped; set the power switch to the “off”position and depress the reset
button on the circuit breaker as shown,,then restart the machine.

SURGE PROTECTION/CIRCUIT BREAKER

The planer is equipped with a rocker style ON/OFF switch located on the front left hand side of the cutter head, .
To prevent unwanted or unauthorized start-up or usage, remove the lock-out key and store it in a safe place,

,

whenever the planer is not in use. To start the planer, insert the lock-out key and pull up on the lower portion of the
switch as shown, . To stop the planer, push down on the switch,

.

ON/OFF POWER SWITCH

SAFETY KEY

(PREVENTS START-UP

WHEN REMOVED)

POWER ON POWER OFF

TO AVOID UNEXPECTED OR UNINTENTIONAL START-UP BE CERTAIN THAT THE POWER SWITCH HAS BEEN SET TO THE OFF
POSITION BEFORE RE-SETTING THE CIRCUIT BREAKER.

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BASIC ADJUSTMENTS AND CONTROLS

CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE

Once the assembly steps have been completed and the unit is safely secured or installed on a work surface such
as a bench, stand or worktable, uncoil the power cord from the storage brackets, . With the switch in the off po­sition, plug the power cord into an appropriate outlet. Refer back to the section entitled Electr

ical Requirements
and make sure all requirements and grounding instructions are followed. When planing operations have been
completed unplug the unit from the power source and wrap the power cord back onto the storage brackets for
safe storage, .

SWITCH OFF

SWITCH OFF