for choosing this General® International model 30-360/30360HC 20” 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.
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 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.
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 single surface
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 unit 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 WARRANTY
All component parts of 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® International agrees 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 professional 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® International agrees 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.
To 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 1-888-949-1161 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.
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® 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® International will void all warranty.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Rules for safe operation ..................................................................................................... 5
Attach the depth of cut adjustment handwheel .......................................................................................... 10
Installing the lifting hooks ................................................................................................................................ 10
Installing the table roller and adjustment lever ............................................................................................ 10
Installing the dust chute ................................................................................................................................... 10
Connecting to a dust collector ....................................................................................................................... 10
Basic adjustments and controls ................................................................................. 11-13
Connecting to a power source .......................................................................................................................11
Magnetic safety switch .................................................................................................................................... 11
Using the table extension roller ....................................................................................................................... 12
Immobilizing the machine .............................................................................................................................. 12
Basic principles of planing .............................................................................................................................. 13
Selecting boards suitable for planing ............................................................................................................ 13
Rated limits of this planer ................................................................................................................................. 13
Adjusting the depth of cut ............................................................................................................................... 14
Checklist before starting .................................................................................................................................. 14
Planing step by step ......................................................................................................................................... 15
Adjusting cutter head parallel to the table ................................................................................................... 16
Adjusting the infeed & outfeed rollers ............................................................................................................ 17
Adjusting the chipbreaker ............................................................................................................................... 18
Aligning the table rollers .................................................................................................................................. 18
leveling the extension roller to the table .......................................................................................................18
Parts list & diagram .................................................................................................... 28-37
Contact information ........................................................................................................ 38
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
harmless for any injury that may result from the improper use of it’s equipment.
1. Do not operate this planer when tired, distracted, or
under the effects of drugs, alcohol or any medica tion that impairs reflexes or alertness.
2. The work area should be well lit, clean and free
of debris.
3. Keep children and visitors at a safe distance when
the planer is in operation; do not permit them to
operate the planer.
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 attention.
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. Wear
face, eye, ear, respiratory and body protection
devices.
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International disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself
13. Do not push or force stock into the cutter head. The
planer will perform better and safer when working at
the rate for which it was designed.
14. Kickback is when the workpiece is ejected at high
speeds by the force of the cutter head. 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.
15. Select appropriate feed speed for the stock being
planed: high speed for softwood and slow for hard woods.
16. Place stock firmly against the table and use suitable
in-feed and out-feed support if stock is too long.
17. Keep guards in place and in working order. If a
guard must be removed for maintenance or clean ing make sure it is properly attached before using
the machine again.
18. Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended
by Generalmalfunction or risk of injury.
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International may result in equipment
7. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets, neck laces or other jewelry while the planer is in ope ration. 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 and/or
the table surface before operating.
9. Keep hands well away from knives and all moving
parts. Use a push stick to feed stock, and a brush,
not hands, to clear away chips and dust.
10. Be sure that the knives are securely installed in the
cutter head.
11. Always use clean, properly sharpened knives. Dirty
or dull knives are unsafe and can lead to accidents.
12. Inspect stock and remove all foreign objects be fore planing. Make sure that any stock you plane
is clean and free of any dirt, nails, staples, tiny rocks
or any other foreign objects that may damage the
planer knives. Only process natural solid wood
boards. Never plane MDF, particle board, plywood,
laminates or other synthetic materials.
19. Never stand or lean on machinery. Serious injury
could result if the tool is tipped over or if the cutting
tool is unintentionally contacted.
20. Always disconnect the tool from the power source
before servicing or changing accessories such as
knives, or before performing any maintenance or
cleaning, or if the machine will be left unattended.
21. Make sure that the switch is in the “OFF” position be fore plugging in the power cord.
22. Make sure the tool is properly grounded. If equipped
with a 3-prong plug it should be used with a three pole receptacle. Never remove the third prong.
23. Do not use this planer for any purpose other than
its intended use. If used for other purposes, General International disclaims any real or 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.
Note: voltage requirements and amperage draw for M2 & M3 3-phase motors may not be fully
described in this manual. For complete electrical requirements refer to the motor I.D. name
plate on the machine. If in doubt consult a licensed qualified electrician before proceeding.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Both a manual circuit breaker (or similar device) as well
as an electrical plug (similar to the one shown) are recommended and SHOULD BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN.
Use locally approved wire A that includes a separate
grounding wire and a 3 prong grounding type plug B
with a matching receptacle C.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
In the event of an electrical malfunction or short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock to the operator. The motor of the “M1” model of this machine is wired for 220 V single phase operation.As with many stationary
industrial type machines, because each installation situation is unique, this machine is supplied without a power
cord or plug.
The installation of an appropriate power cord and plug must be performed by a qualified electrician. The machine must be connected to an electrical source using a power cord that has a grounding wire, which must also
be properly connected to the grounding prong on the plug. The outlet must be properly installed and grounded
and all electrical connections must be made in accordance with all local codes and regulations.
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
The use of an extension cord is not generally recommended for 220 V equipment. If you find it necessary, 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.
A
B
C
AMPERES50 feet100 feet200 feet300 feet
< 5
6 to 10
10 to 12
12 to 16
*NR = Not Recommended
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TABLE - MINIMUM GAUGE FOR CORD
EXTENSION CORD LENGTH
18161614
18161412
16161412
1412*NR*NR
IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS
C
B
D
E
F
G
H
A
A. FRAME
B. EXTENSION ROLLER
C. ON/OFF SWITCH
D. MAIN TABLE
E. DUST CHUTE
F. GRADUATED SCALE
G. FEED SPEED ADJUSTMENT KNOB
H. DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL
I. ECCENTRIC BLOCK
J. EXTENSION ROLLER LOCK LEVERS (2)
K. TABLE ROLLER ADJUSTMENT LEVER
I
J
K
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UNPACKING
Carefully unpack and remove the unit and its 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.
LIST OF CONTENTS QTY
A. DUST CHUTE ............................................................................. 1
B. HANDWHEEL (DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT) .......................... 1
C. LIFTING HOOK ......................................................................... 2
D. FOOT PAD ................................................................................ 4
E. HANDLE (TABLE ROLLER ADJUSTMENT LEVER) ....................... 1
F. THREADED ROD (TABLE ROLLER ADJUSTMENT LEVER)........... 1
G. LOCK KNOB (DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL) .... 1
H. FLAT WASHER (DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL) ... 1
I. FLANGE BOLT (DUST CHUTE) ................................................... 6
J. SCREWDRIVER ......................................................................... 1
K. 3, 4, 6 MM ALLEN KEYS ............................................................ 1
L. 10,14,19, 24 MM WRENCHES .................................................. 1
M. KNIFE SETTING BAR* ................................................................ 1
N. KNIFE SETTING PAD* ................................................................ 2
O. RETENTION RING* ................................................................... 4
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SET UP
A
B
E
D
C
G
HI
F
J
A. 0,02” FEELER GAUGE
B. 0,004” FEELER GAUGE
K
L
C. GAUGE BLOCK
D. STRAIGHT EDGE
A
0.0
2
”
B
0
.0
0
4
”
C
D
M
*Not included and not needed for 30-360HC
KNIFE SETTING JIG*
NO
BASIC FUNCTIONS
This 20” heavy-duty planer is designed for thickness planing of solid wood only. The unit is not designed nor should
it be used to surface or prepare, plywood, wood paneling, particleboard, MDF nor any other wood based byproducts nor any non-wood based materials.
This unit has the capacity to plane boards of up to 20” wide having a maximum thickness of 8” and a minimum
thickness of 3/16”.
The unit is offered with 2 different cutter head options as follows:
• Model 30-360 M1 – 20” planer with 4-knife cutter head;
• Model 30-360HC M1 - 20” planer with General International’s unique “Magnum” style helical cutter head con-
The protective coating on the table prevents rust from
forming during shipping and storage. Remove it by
rubbing with a rag dipped in kerosene, mineral spirits
or paint thinner. (Dispose of potentially flammable solvent-soaked rags according to manufacturer’s 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 machine’s
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.
PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP / SAFETY ZONE
PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP
This machine should be installed and operated only
on a solid, flat and stable floor that is able to support
the weight of the machine (1397 lbs - 635 kg) and the
operator. Using the dimensions shown as a guideline,
plan for placement within your shop that will allow the
operator to work unencumbered and unobstructed by
foot traffic (either passing shop visitors or other shop
workers) or other tools or machinery.
ESTABLISHING A SAFETY ZONE
For shops with frequent visitors or multiple operators,
it is advisable to establish a safety zone around shop
machinery. A clearly defined “no-go” zone on the floor
around each machine can help avoid accidents that
could cause injury to either the operator or the shop
visitor. It is advisable to take a few moments to either paint (using non-slip paint) or using tape, define on the floor
the limits or perimeter of each machines safety zone. Take steps to ensure that all operators and shop visitors are
aware that these areas are off limits whenever a machine is running for everyone but the individual operating the
unit.
48"
22"
36"
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
KNIFE SETTING JIG*
1. Using a pair of pliers, push a retention ring into the
inner grooves on each end of the knife setting jig
rod as shown A.
2. Slide one foot onto one end of the rod as shown B.
3. Secure the foot on the rod by pushing a retention
ring into the exposed groove in the rod as shown
C.
4. Repeat step 2 and 3 to install the other foot as
shown D. Set the jig aside for use whenever knife
settings need to be verified or adjusted.
*Not included and not needed for 30-360HC
A
C
B
D
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BEFORE ASSEMBLING, MAKE SURE THAT THE SWITCH IS IN THE “OFF” POSITION AND THAT THE POWER CORD IS
UNPLUGGED. DO NOT PLUG IN OR TURN ON THE MACHINE UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE ASSEMBLY AND
INSTALLATION STEPS DESCRIBED IN THIS SECTION OF THE MANUAL.
ATTACH THE DEPTH OF CUT ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL
A
B
1. Slide the handwheel onto the arbor.
2. Slide the flat washer A onto the arbor, then secure it in place with by tightening the lock knob B.
INSTALLING THE LIFTING HOOKSINSTALLING THE TABLE ROLLER ADJUSTMENT LEVER
C
D
If needed, install the lifting hooks on the top of the machine.
INSTALLING THE DUST CHUTE
Tighten the handle onto the shaft C, then tighten the
assembly into the bracket D.
E
1. Place the dust chute against the opening in the
back of the machine.
CONNECTING TO A DUST COLLECTOR
A dust chute that fits 5” hose is provided to accommodate connection to a dust collector (not included). Be
sure to use appropriate sized hose and fittings (not included).
Check that all connections are sealed tightly to help
minimize airborne dust. If you do not already own
a dust collection system consider contacting your
General® International distributor for information on
our complete line of dust collection systems and accessories or visit our Web Site at www.general.ca.
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2. Align the mounting holes in the dust chute with the
corresponding holes in the machine, then secure
it with 6 flange bolts E using a 10 mm wrench.
BASIC ADJUSTMENTS & CONTROLS
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF SHOCK OR FIRE DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT WITH A DAMAGED POWER CORD OR PLUG. REPLACE DAMAGED CORD OR PLUG IMMEDIATELY. TO AVOID UNEXPECTED OR UNINTENTIONAL START-UP, MAKE SURE
THE POWER SWITCH IS IN THE OFF POSITION BEFORE CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE.
CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE
Once the assembly steps have been completed, plug
the power cord into an appropriate outlet.
Refer back to the section entitled “Electrical Require
ments” and make sure all requirements and grounding
instructions are followed.
When operations have been completed unplug the
machine from the power source.
MAGNETIC SAFETY SWITCH
This machine is equiped with a magnetic safety switch
designed to protect the the user from unintentional startup. The switch assembly is equipped with a GREEN “START”
button A and a RED spring loaded “STOP” button B.
Once the RED “STOP” button has been pressed, the machine can only be restarted by turning the inner part of
the button to the right to release the stop button, C.
-
SWITCH OFF
B
TO AVOID UNEXPECTED OR UNINTENTIONAL START-UP, MAKE SURE
THAT THE POWER SWITCH IS IN
THE OFF POSITION BEFORE CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE.
C
A
OVERLOAD PROTECTION
The magnetic safety switch on this machine is equipped with an overload protection feature. To prevent an electrical overload from damaging the motor, in the event of a spike in line voltage or amperage draw, the internal
overload protector will automatically be tripped, thereby cutting off power to the motor.
Common causes of such overloads:
• Overworking the motor by forcing the machine, particularly with thicker denser material, thereby causing an
increase in power consumption and a spike in amperage draw.
• An electrical extension cord that is too long or not the correct gauge of wire, which can also cause an increase in amperage draw. If an electric extension cord must be used, follow the instructions and refer to the
chart in the electrical requirements section at the beginning of this manual.
• Overworked circuit caused by operating on a circuit that is close to its amperage draw capacity. Make sure
thecircuit being used is capable of handling the amperage draw from this machine as well as any other electrical devices operating on the same circuit. If you are unsure, consult a qualified electrician.
To reset the overload protection switch after it has been tripped proceed as follows:
D
1. Unplug the machine. Open the motor door in the
back of the machine and remove electrical box
cover a Phillips screwdriver.
2. Press the button D to reset the overload protection.
Before to start the machine, retighten the cover box
and close the motor door.
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MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS.
ADJUSTING TABLE ROLLER HEIGHT
The two adjustable table rollers A are designed to help
reduce friction when feeding stock through the planer.
The height of the rollers can be set based on personal
preference as well as the type of stock being fed into
the machine.
As a general rule when planing rough stock the rollers
should be set higher, and when planing smooth stock
they should be set lower.
To adjust the height of the table rollers:
1. Loosen the lock lever B and then turn the adjustment lever C up or down as needed. Tighten the
lock lever B to secure the rollers at the desired
height.
USING THE TABLE EXTENSION ROLLER
The infeed table extension roller is designed to support the workpiece as well as to help reduce friction when feeding longer stock through the planer.
A
B
C
D
1. Loosen the levers (right & left) D , then lift the table
extension into the horizontal position and push it all
the way. Tighten the levers D to lock the roller in position.
IMMOBILIZING THE MACHINE
Machine vibration during operation may cause the
machine to move, particularly when installed on uneven surfaces.
The pads F and anchor bolts G can be used to help
keep the machine immobilized by either lowering the
bolts against pads on the floor to act as points of contact with the floor, or for permanent installations, by drilling into the floor and bolting the machine in place.
E
Note: Make sure the extension roller plates are against the
eccentric nuts E.
F
G
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