SETUP & OPERATION MANUAL
FEATURES
Positive gear design for quick and accurate
table adjustments.
5” dust collection hood.
Cast-iron table and head.
Four cutter knives result in easier cutting and
longer motor life, (helical cutter head model
available: #30-360HC).
Built-in table rollers reduce friction.
Large 8” handwheel quickly adjusts table
height.
Comes with magnetic safety switch.
Graduated scale in both inches and metric to
indicate workpiece thickness.
Anti-kickback fingers at the front of the infeed
roller to ensure maximum operator safety.
Vertical adjustment handle for table rollers.
Equipped with a sectioned infeed roller and a
rubber outfeed roller.
One front-mounted exterior table roller.
20” SINGLE SURFACE PLANER
SPECIFICATIONS
• Table size
32” x 20” (813 x 508 mm)
• Maximum planing width
20” (508 mm)
• Min/Max thickness of stock
3/16” (5 mm) / 8” (204 mm)
• Minimum length of stock
8 1/4” (210 mm)
• Maximum cutting depth (full width)
1/8” (3 mm)
• Maximum cutting depth (width 8 1/2” or less)
1/4” (6 mm)
• Cutter head diameter
3 3/4” (97 mm)
• Cutter head speed
4500 rpm
• Feed speeds
(2) 22 & 28 fpm
• Cuts per inch (not applicable for HC model)
68.17 at 22 fpm & 53.5 at 28 fpm
• Number of knives / Inserts
4 - 30-360 / 58 - 30-460HC
• Base dimensions (l x w)
36” x 22” (914 x 559 mm)
• Motor
M1: 7 1/2 HP, 220 V, 1 Ph, 31 A
M2: 7 1/2 HP, 220 V, 3 Ph, 20 A
M3: 7 1/2 HP, 600 V, 3 Ph, 10 A
• Weight
1392 lbs (633 kg) - 30-360
1397 lbs (635 kg) - 30-360HC
Version #1_Revision #2 - November 2015
© Copyright General International
*With helical cutter head
MODEL
#
30-360
#
30-360HC*
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 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
Electrical requirements ...................................................................................................... 6
Identification of main parts and components .................................................................. 7
Unpacking .......................................................................................................................... 8
Basic functions ................................................................................................................... 8
Cleaning............................................................................................................................. 9
Placement within the shop ................................................................................................ 9
Assembly instructions ........................................................................................................ 9
Knife setting jig .................................................................................................................................................... 9
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
Overload protection ......................................................................................................................................... 11
Adjusting table roller height ............................................................................................................................ 12
Using the table extension roller ....................................................................................................................... 12
Immobilizing the machine .............................................................................................................................. 12
Operating instructions ................................................................................................ 13-16
Basic principles of planing .............................................................................................................................. 13
Selecting boards suitable for planing ............................................................................................................ 13
Rated limits of this planer ................................................................................................................................. 13
Adjusting the depth of cut ............................................................................................................................... 14
Adjusting feed speed ....................................................................................................................................... 14
Checklist before starting .................................................................................................................................. 14
Planing step by step ......................................................................................................................................... 15
Maintenance ............................................................................................................... 16-26
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
Periodic maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 19
Inspecting cutter head knives/inserts ............................................................................................................ 19
Inspecting cutter head (model 30-360 only) ................................................................................................ 20
Knife setting or replacement (model 30-360 only) ....................................................................................... 21
Helical cutter head insert reversal/Replacement (model 30-360HC only) ............................................... 22
Replacing the gear box ................................................................................................................................... 23
Lubrication ......................................................................................................................................................... 24
Cleaning anti-kickback fingers ....................................................................................................................... 25
Adjusting belt tension/changing the belts .................................................................................................... 26
Recommended optional accessories ............................................................................. 27
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 General
malfunction or risk of injury.
®
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
AMPERES 50 feet 100 feet 200 feet 300 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
18 16 16 14
18 16 14 12
16 16 14 12
14 12 *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
H I
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*
N O
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-
taining 58 reversible two-sided, quick-change carbide inserts.
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CLEANING
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 HOOKS INSTALLING 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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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
GRAIN DIRECTION
BASIC PRINCIPLES OF PLANING
ALWAYS PLANE IN THE GENERAL DIRECTION OF THE GRAIN. PLANING AGAINST THE GRAIN OR PLANING END GRAIN
IS DANGEROUS AND MAY CAUSE THE WORKPIECE TO SHATTER.
This planer is designed to remove material from the top
face of a board in order to bring the board (or a series
of boards) down to a specific desired shape or profile
and thickness.
To obtain uniform results across the length of a board,
the stock being planed must have one face that has
already been machined perfectly flat (usually on a
jointer) and the stock should be fed with this flat face
against the table.
SELECTING BOARDS SUITABLE FOR PLANING
This planer is intended for use with solid woods or MDF
only, and should not be used to plane or mold any
other materials. The workpiece should always be fed
through the machine in the general direction of the
grain in the wood. Before being fed through the planer
all lumber should be inspected for debris and foreign
objects such as staples or nails.
Foreign objects stuck to, or embedded in your workpiece can be ejected from the machine at high speed
and cause serious injury or damage cutter knives.
Make sure to remove all such foreign objects from
the wood before running it through the planer. Select
lumber carefully and avoid workpieces with loose or
protruding knots. Workpieces that are twisted, severely
deformed or warped should also be avoided.
Warped, twisted, damaged or fragile stock runs an increased risk of jamming in or damaging the machine or cutters. There is also a much greater risk of injury to the operator or bystanders from kickback, where the workpiece is
forcefully or violently ejected from the machine due to a jam, whenever working with such damaged or warped
wood.
FLAT SIDE DOWN
GRAIN DIRECTION
GRAIN DIRECTION
RATED LIMITS OF THIS PLANER
RESPECT THE RATED LIMITS OF THIS MACHINE IGNORING THESE LIMITS AND FEEDING NON COMPATIBLE STOCK INTO
THIS PLANER CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS INJURY TO THE USER OR SHOP BYSTANDERS, AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE WORKPIECE AND/OR THE MACHINE. IF THE STOCK YOU WISH TO PLANE DOES NOT MEET OR COMPLY WITH THE LIMITATIONS
LISTED ABOVE, FIND ANOTHER SAFER WAY TO PERFORM THE REQUIRED TASK.
Maximum planing width: 20”
Maximum workpiece thickness: 8”
Minimum workpiece thickness: 3/16”
Minimum workpiece length: 8 1/4”
Max. 20”
Min. 8 1/4”
Max. 8”
Min. 3/16”
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ADJUSTING THE DEPTH OF CUT
The depth of cut is adjustable by using the handwheel
A. Remind that the maximum depth of cut on full
width planing is 1/8” and lowering the head assem-
bly. It is recommended that for both hard and soft wood:
removing less material per pass and taking multiple
passes is always preferred to more aggressive planing.
1. turn off the machine.
2. Position the board under the infeed roller and ad-
just the position of the table work with the handwheel A so that the infeed roller is in contact with
the board.
3. Remove the board and adjust the cutting depth using the scale B by turning the handwheel A clockwise.
ADJUSTING FEED SPEED
Two rollers turn and feed the stock. The feed motor
speed ranges from 22 to 28 fpm (feet per minute). The
feed speed adjustment knob is located on the right
hand side of the machine.
Select appropriate feed speed for the stock being
plane: high speed for softwood and slow for hardwood.
Experiment with feed speeds based on the workpiece
material and its width as well as the depth of cut, to find
which setting work best for your needs.
- To increase the feed rate at 28 fpm, pull the knob C
out.
- To decrease the feed rate at 22 fpm, push the knob
C back.
- For zero speed, set the knob C in neutral position.
B
A
22 fpm
28 fpm
0
C
NOTE: TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE GEARBOX, SPEED CHANGES SHOULD ONLY BE MADE WHILE THE MACHINE IS RUNNING.
CHECKLIST BEFORE STARTING
• Make sure the board has been inspected and is suitable for planing as explained in section “Selecting boards
suitable for planing”.
• Make sure you and any assistants are wearing safe appropriate workshop attire. Roll up long sleeves, secure
long hair and remove any jewelry: watches, rings, bracelets or anything that could become caught in the moving parts, potentially causing serious injury.
• Make sure to have on safety glasses as well as hearing and respiratory protection at all times when using the
planer.
• To reduce the risk of damage to the planer or the workpiece, as well as a potential for personal injury, after initial
set-up as well as before each use, make sure that everything is securely installed and that all fasteners and moving parts on this machine are locked in place before starting the machine.
• If multiple boards are to be planed, collect all workpieces together and set them nearby on a table or bench
within easy reach D. To limit the potential for injury in the event of a kickback, avoid having to step or reach in
front of the machine to pick up the next workpiece E.
D
E
AVOID HAVING TO STEP
OR REACH IN FRONT OF
THE MACHINE!
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PLANING STEP-BY-STEP
GRAIN DIRECTION
A
1. With the planer turned off, position the workpiece
on the infeed table with the flat face down and the
face to be planed facing up.
B
22 fpm028 fpm
3. Set the board aside, then turn the planer on B. Ad-
just the speed.
GRAIN DIRECTION
GRAIN DIRECTION
2. Adjust the depth of cut A (see section “Adjusting
depth of cut).
TO LIMIT THE POTENTIAL FOR INJURY IN THE EVENT
OF A KICKBACK, AVOID STANDING DIRECTLY IN LINEWITH THE FRONT OR BACK OF THE PLANER WHENEVERA BOARD IS ENGAGED IN THE CUTTER HEAD.
4. Stand to one side of the machine and set the board
back on the infeed table with the face to be planed
facing up.
5. Align the board laterally so that it will be fed through
the planer in the general direction of the grain, and
allow the workpiece enough clearance to feed
properly without rubbing or catching on either side
of the machine.
7. Release the board allowing the feed roller to auto-
matically feed the board through the planer.
6. Slowly slide the workpiece forward until the infeed
roller “grips” the board.
NEVER PUSH, PULL OR OTHERWISE TRY TO MOVE OR REPOSITION THE WORKPIECE ONCE IT IS IN THE CONTROL
OF THE AUTOMATIC FEED ROLLERS.
8. Step to the rear of the machine and recover the planed
board on the outfeed table once it has cleared the
outfeed roller and has stopped advancing.
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MAINTENANCE
Note: It is recommended to verify the following before starting any new project. To do this will require: A straight edge, a
feeler gauge, a gauge block (see below).
GAUGE BLOCK
You may use a home made gauge block made of hardwood. The gauge block can be made by following the dimensions in the illustration. If you prefer, precision aluminum gauge blocks are available from
General International under item #30-040.
1/2"
45°
4"
1/2"
1½"
1/4"
2"
3"
4"
ADJUSTING CUTTER HEAD PARALLEL TO THE TABLE
The cutter head has been pre-set parallel to the table at the factory, therefore, except in some rare cases (important maintenance, transport handling) no further adjustments are required.
If adjustments are required follow these procedures:
MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS.
C
A
B
1. Disconnect the machine from the power source.
2. Place the gauge block A on table directly under cutter head. Lower the cutter head until the it just touches the
gauge block A.
3. Move the gauge block A to opposite end of the table and make sure it just touches the cutter head at the
other end as well.
If not, leave the gauge in place and follow the instructions below.
4. Under the table, loosen the three screws B using the a 6 mm Allen key, insert a screwdriver in the hole located
in the lead screw housing C, and then turn the shaft clockwise or counterclockwise so that the gauge block A
just touches the cutter head.
5. Position the gauge block A to the other side to make sure the table is now parallel to the cutter head and
retighten the bolts B.
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MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORM-
0.0
2
”
0
.0
0
4
”
ING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS.
ADJUSTING THE INFEED & OUTFEED ROLLERS
A B
C
D
1. Begin by take note of all the components in order
to make required adjustments: A infeed roller; B
chipbreaker; C cutter head with knife/insert; D outfeedroller.
G
H
E
F
REAR VIEW
E
2. Place the gauge block E under the knife/insert C,
adjust the table height until you can only slide a
0.02” feeler gauge F between the block and the
cutter. Once finished, do not move the height of the
table.
REAR VIEW
I
J
3. Place the block E under the end of the infeed roller
A as shown. Loosen the nut G, turn the screw H until
the roller touches the top of the block, and then retighten the nut G. Repeat for the other end.
ADJUSTING THE CHIPBREAKER
E
1. Place the block E under a knive/insertion and ad-
just the table height until you can slide only a 0,004”
feeler gauge K between the block E and the knive/
insertion. Then place the block under the chipbreaker B.
E
4. Place the block E under the end of the outfeed
roller D. Loosen the nut I, turn the screw J until the
roller touches the top of the block, and then retighten the nut I. Repeat for the other end.
LEFT SIDE RIGHT SIDE
L
L
K
2. Remove the dust chute, remove the two bolts L with
a 10 mm wrench, and then lift the chip deflector
cover in order to access the cutter head.
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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 THE CHIPBREAKER (CONTINUED)
3. Loosen the two jam nuts M using a 10 mm wrench.
4. Turn the set screws N using a 4 mm Allen key in the
direction required so that the chipbreaker (see reference B in a previous page) touches the top of
the block.
Note: Start with the set screw N located on the same side
as the gauge block, then move the block to the other end
and adjust the other set screw.
M
5. Retighten the two jam nuts using a 10 mm wrench.
Re-install the chip deflector and the dust chute before starting the machine.
N
ALIGNING THE TABLE ROLLERS
The table rollers are set parallel at the factory and under normal circumstances should not require alignment
upon initial installation. However with use over time, it may become necessary to re-align the rollers.
If so proceed as follows:
A
1. Disconnect the machine from the power source.
Place a straight edge across the rollers A in up position.
LEVELING THE EXTENSION ROLLER TO THE TABLE ROLLERS
1. Place a straight edge across the table rollers and
the extension roller in up position.
2. Verify visibly that the extension roller is leveled to
the table rollers.
To level:
3. Loosen two eccentric blocks using a 4 mm Allen
key, then turn the eccentric blocks in the direction
required until the extension roller is leveled to the
table rollers.
B
C
2. Using a 10 mm wrench, loosen the jam nuts B lo-
cated at each end table roller under the table, then
turn the bolts C to the direction required to raise or
lower the roller. Retighten the bolts B and repeat
with the other roller.
Note: Always make sure the rollers are parallel to the table
and at the same height.
D
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MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
• Inspect/test the ON/OFF switches before each use. Do not operate the planer with a damaged switch; replace
a damaged switch immediately.
• Keep the machine as well the table clean and free of saw dust, woodchips, pitch or glue.Vacuum or brush off
any loose debris and wipe down the machine and the table occasionally with a damp rag.
• An occasional light coating of paste wax can help protect the table surface and reduce workpiece friction.
Ask your local distributor for suggestions on aftermarket surface cleaners, protectant and dry lubricants based
on what is readily available in your area.
• Avoid using silicon based products that may affect or react with wood finishing products such as oil, solvent or
water-based stains, varnishes and lacquers.
• Periodically inspect the power cord and plug for damage. To minimize the risk of electric shock or fire, never
operate the planer with a damaged power cord or plug. Replace a damaged power cord or plug at the first
visible signs of damage.
• The drive gears, chain and elevation screws should be cleaned of woodchips, dust, debris and old grease.
After cleaning, re-apply a generous coating of any common automotive bearing grease.
• Regularly inspect planed workpieces for signs of knife/inserts damage or wear and replace damaged or
worn knives immediately.
• Wipe the chains with a lubricated cloth for medium to slow speed operation.
• If excessive build-up of dust, dirt or wood shavings occur ; coat chain with a light film of oil (never pour directly
on chain). Over oiling defeats the purpose of the lubrication, the chain will overly accelerate , and will require
constant replacement.
• The bearings on the cutter head are factory lubricated and sealed, therefore they require no further attention.
INSPECTING CUTTER HEAD KNIVES/INSERTS
Cutter head knives (blades)/inserts are installed in the
planer at the factory. With usage and normal wear over
time, it will eventually become necessary to replace
A
EFFECT EXAGGERATED FOR CLARITY
the knives, or to reverse the inserts if applicable. When
needed, replacement knives (sold in sets of 3) or inserts
(sold in sets of 10) can be ordered through your local
General International distributor under part #30-362
or #30-364 (for model 30-360) or 30-443 (for model 30-
360HC). Observing planed workpieces as they come
out of the machine and looking for signs of knife damage or wear is the best method to help you to determine when knives/insertions are due to be changed.
Signs to look for include:
1. A raised ridgeline in the workpiece that runs a
straight line from beginning to end of the board A.
B
EFFECT EXAGGERATED FOR CLARITY
This is generally an indication that one or all of the
knives/inserts has been nicked or damaged by a
for-eign object such as a nail, staple or other hard
ob-ject hidden or embedded in the workpiece.
2. A slight washboard or chatter effect, B, which can
be an indication of uneven knife wear/insertions or
causing one knife/several inserts to cut just deeper than the other.
3. Rough, irregular, torn or fuzzy grain on a freshly planed surface may be a sign of worn or dull blades/inserts
causing the wood to tear out. Sharp blades cut crisply and leave a relatively smooth finish.
Note: fuzzy grain can also be a sign of high moisture content in the workpiece. If knives have recently been changed or
if you suspect that moisture content and not dull knives is the cause, set the workpiece aside and test by planing other
boards with known or acceptable moisture content. If the planed results using a different workpiece are smooth, then
moisture content in your wood is the problem - no adjustments can be made to the machine for this. Set the “wet” stock
aside and simply work with drier wood. To maintain even knife wear always replace all knives each time knife replacement is required (only for the model 30-360).
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MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS.
INSPECTING CUTTER HEAD KNIVES (MODEL 30-360 ONLY)
Note: To make sure the knives are properly adjusted, use the jig provided to check each of the four knives.
A A
1. Unscrew the 6 screws and remove the left panel us-
ing a 4 mm Allen key.
RIGHT SIDE
2. Remove the dust chute and the chip deflector bolts
A using a 10 mm wrench. Then tilt up the chip de-
flector cover.
B
LEFT SIDE
3. Remove the chip deflector using a 4 mm Allen key. 4. Position one of the four knives on top by manually
turning the cutter head belt and setting the gauge
B on the cutter head as shown C.
C
D
Ideal knife position has the gauge sitting flush on the cutter head and the knife barely touching the center reference pads on the gauge D.
Make sure the other knives are positioned properly and in a good condition. Should any (or all) of the knives need
adjusting, follow the instructions in the section “Knife setting or replacement”. Once the verifications are done, reinstall the chip deflector, chip deflector cover and the left panel before starting the machine.
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MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS.
KNIFE SETTING OR REPLACEMENT (MODEL 30-360 ONLY)
Properly setting all four knives is essential to achieving accurate results. Properly set knives will last longer and also
keep their edge (sharpness) longer by equally sharing the cutting workload. You may use the supplied knife setting jig to help you set the knives to the correct height whenever re-setting or
A
Note: If you prefer you may also find other “aftermarket”
gauges, jigs or knife setting tools that are to your liking –
ask your local tool distributor for information on any such
tools that may be available in your market.
changing knives.
The cutter head on this unit is supplied with both adjustment springs and jack screws A providing you with two
options for setting the knives.
We suggest you try each method at least once or twice
and decide for yourself which method works best and
fastest for you.
Tip: To avoid potentially costly downtime, consider having
a spare set of replacement knives/inserts on hand and
ready for use when needed.
KNIVES ARE VERY SHARP. USE CARE WHEN HANDLING KNIVES.
1. Refer to section “Inspecting cutter head knives”
and perform steps 1 to 3 before following the instructions below.
2. Turn the cutter head pulley by hand to rotate the
cutter head to access one of the knives as shown B.
3. Loosen the 6 the gib bolts C using a 10 mm wrench
– start in the center and alternate sides. Position the
jig over the selected knife D.
Note: If replacing an old or damaged knife, loosen the
bolts until the knife can be removed and install a new
sharpened knife.
To use the adjustment springs to set the knife height:
Push the knife down with the jig so that the edge of the
knife is touching the center reference pads on the jig E.
Hold the jig down and tighten the bolts C to secure the
knife in place. Repeat for the 3 other knives.
To use the Jack Screws to set the knife height:
Use a 4 mm Allen key to turn the three screws F to raise
or lower the knife as needed until the knife touches the
center reference pads with the jig sitting flush on the
cutter head and the knife barely touching the center reference pads on the jig E. Repeat for the 3 other
knives.
6. Re-check the height on all the knives and reset if
necessary.
7. Re-install the left panel, the chipbreaker, the chip
deflector and the dust chute.
Note: After changing or resetting the knives, the depth cut
must be readjusted.
B
F
C
D
E
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MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS.
HELICAL CUTTER HEAD INSERT REVERSAL / REPLACEMENT (MODEL 30-360HC ONLY)
To be sure that the inserts are in good condition, simply make a visual inspection by manually turning the cutter
head.
There are 58 reversible carbide inserts (knives) B installed in the helical cutter head A (#360H) at the factory. With
use and normal wear over time, it will eventually become necessary to reverse and/or replace the inserts.
To maintain even insert wear always reverse or replace all 58 inserts each time knife replacement is required. When
needed, replacement inserts B can be ordered through your local General International distributor under part
#30-443 (sold by sets of ten).
A B
NOTE: THE DISASSEMBLY OF THE CUTTING HEAD IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS OPERATION. THE IMAGE ABOVE IS FOR ILLUSTRATION ONLY.
C
D
E
1. Using one of the two supplied Allen keys, loosen but
do not remove the nut and screw C and remove
the knife-holder/chip breaker D and insert E.
I
G
IMPORTANT! TO PREVENT KNIFE
HEIGHT DISCREPENCIES, THE
KNIFE HOLDERS /CHIP BREAKERS AND INSERTS MUST BE
CLEAN AND FREE OF DEBRIS.
3. Thoroughly clean the knife-holders/chip breakers
G and inserts H using a lacquer thinner and small
brush. Reverse or replace the insert and re-install it
along with the knife-holder/chip breaker into the
slot, then partially retighten the nut and screw I.
H
F
2. Thoroughly clean the housing F before reinstalling
a knife-holder/chip breaker and insert.
J
4. Center the knife-holder/chip breaker with the flat
edge of the nut J and fully tighten the nut and
screw. Repeat with all other 57 inserts.
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Important! The nut and screw that secures the knife-holder/chip breakers and inserts in the cutter head
does not have to be removed for blade reversal/replacement, only loosened. If the nuts and screws have to
be replaced or if they have been removed instead of loosened, follow the instructions below to make sure
that the knife-holder/chip breakers are all secured at the same height into the cutter head.
1. Place the screw in the threaded hole but don’t
start tightening it yet.
3. Holding nut with, tighten the screw. This will
tighten both the screw and nut simultaneously.
REPLACING THE GEAR BOX OIL (EVERY 2500 HOURS OF OPERATION):
MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS.
2. Place the nut on top of the screw but don’t start
tightening the screw yet.
Do not thread the nut onto the screw before
tightening the screw into the threaded hole in
the cutter head.
C
E
B
A
1. Remove the depth of cut handwheel A. Unscrew
and remove the feed speed knob B. Remove the
right panel to access the gear box C.
D
2. Place a container under the plug D and remove
it with a 14 mm wrench. Once the gear box is
drained, re-install the plug D, and then remove the
plug E using a14 mm open wrench.
3. Fill the gear box with a 80W/90 oil until it reaches
the hole, then re-install the plug E. Re-install the panel, the handwheel and the feed speed adjustment
knob.
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LUBRICATION
MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS.
LUBRICATION REFERENCE CHART
REFERENCE
A
B
C
D
E
F
PART
ELEVATION SCREWS ALL PURPOSE GREASE ONCE A MONTH
SLIDING SURFACES ALL PURPOSE OIL ONCE A MONTH
CHAINS ALL PURPOSE GREASE ONCE A MONTH
CHAIN ALL PURPOSE GREASE ONCE A MONTH
CHAIN ALL PURPOSE GREASE ONCE A MONTH
ROLLER SPRINGS ALL PURPOSE OIL
TYPE OF LUBRICANT FREQUENCY TASK
EVERY 30 HOURS OF
SERVICE
Remove old lubrificant and dust
deposits by wiping with a dry rag,
then apply generous dabs of the
lubricant required.
Lubricate the spring rollers with
the lubricant required via the four
set screws.
BA
C
D
E
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F
F
MAKE SURE THE MACHINE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR ADJUSTMENTS.
CLEANING ANTI-KICKBACK FINGERS
The anti-kickback fingers on this planer are designed
to reduce the risk of injury due to kick-back by preventing the workpiece from being violently ejected from the
machine.
In order for the anti-kickback fingers to move freely and
operate correctly, you must clean off any dust, particles
or residue left behind.
ALIGNING THE BELTS
A
B
1. Remove the left panels using a 4 mm Allen key B.
2. Using a straight edge C, verify that the pulleys are
properly aligned.
To align the pulleys, proceed as follows:
3. Open the motor access door.
4. Loosen the two nuts D and the four nuts E using 24
mm & 14 mm wrenches, then slide the motor on its
mounting plate so that the pulleys are aligned.
5. Retighten the four nuts E and the belt tension nuts D.
Note: check tension by pushing the belt with your finger. The
belt should not move more than 1/2”.
6. Close the motor access door and re-install the pan-
els before starting the machine.
C
E
E
D
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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 BELT TENSION/CHANGING THE BELTS
Inspect the belts afler every 100 hours of use. Belts that show visible signs of wear such as cracks or fraying at the edges
should be replaced immediately.
A B
To adjust the belt tension:
1. Remove the left panel A using a 4 mm Allen key.
2. Check the belt tension by pushing the belt with your
finger. The belt should not move more than 1/2”. If
not proceed as follows:
3. Open the motor access door C.
4. Loosen the two jam nuts D and then raise or lower
the two nuts E with a 19 mm wrench to tighten or
loosen the belt as needed.
5. Retighten the jam nuts D against the motor mount-
ing plate.
6. Close the motor access door.
To change the belts:
7. Remove the left panels A & B.
8. Remove the nuts E.
9. Place a piece of wood under the motor base as
shown F.
10. Step on the wood to pivot the motor up, and then
remove the belts from the upper pulley G.
11. Install new belts starting with the lower pulley. Re-
install the nuts E.
12. Follow steps 2, 4 and 5 to adjust the tension belt.
13. Re-install the left panels and close the motor ac-
cess door before starting the machine.
C
E
D
G
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F
RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
Here is a sampling of optional accessories available from your local General International dealer that can be
used with this product. For more information about our products, please visit our website at www.general.ca
DUST COLLECTORS
Dust collectors contribute to a cleaner more
healthful workshop environment.
We offer a wide selection of top quality dust
collectors to suit all your
shop needs.
Item #30-025
MAGNETIC, MICRO-ADJUSTABLE KNIFE ALIGNMENT GAUGE
Set of two gauges. Suitable for all planer knives from
6” – 26” in length (for model 30-360).
Item #30-040
CUTTER HEAD ALIGNMENT BLOCKS
Aluminum guide block
used to align the cutter
head parallel to the table
(set of 2).
50-167S
50-170
50-150
Item #360H
20” “MAGNUM” HELICAL
CUTTER HEAD FOR
MODEL 30-360 HC
4 rows, total: 58 inserts.
Item #50-150/ 167S/170
ROLLER STANDS
We offer a selection of
roller stands for added infeed or outfeed support
when working with longer stock
Item #30-050
DIAL-GAUGE
MICROMETER FOR
PLANER KNIFE ALIGNMENT
Precision built, easy to adjust, mounted on enamel
finished alloy steel. Designed to rest squarely
on the cutter head for fast
accurate knife alignment.
Dial is easy to read and
adjust (for model 30-360).
Item #30-443
REPLACEMENT CARBIDE
INSERTS FOR MODEL 30360 HC
Set of 10 inserts.
Item #30-444
SCREW FOR CARBIDE INSERTS FOR “MAGNUM”
HELICAL HEAD
For 30-360HC only.
Item #30-362
REPLACEMENT KNIVES
FOR MODEL 30-360
Set of 4 20” hi-speed steel
blades.
Item #30-364
REPLACEMENT KNIVES
FOR MODEL 30-360
Set of 4 20” carbide
blades.
Item #10-140
HEAVY-DUTY POLYETHYLENE FLEXIBLE HOSES
6” X 50’
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DIAGRAM
HEAD - 30-360
245
270
271
272
2
1
2
E
9
E
4
5
F
2
2
10
11
C
7
4
98
9
D
F
B
6
13
12
2
G
H
273
272.1
9
14
2
17
274
275
15-2
98
F
A
4
7
8
7
4
15.1
15
16
17
21
20
19
18
24
23
22
33
32
37
276
17
34
34
277
278
75
74
73.1
73
72
67
69
93
68
67
66
65
64
63
34
62
29
31
A
29
97
38
41
26
25
42
15
30
31
36
35
41
40
31
39
91
27
49
46
48
47
43.1
43
45
44
B
53
52
51
G
C
H
29
29
95
92
66.1
54
93
67
92
34
91
64
64.1
75
50
23
22
55
57
15
31
30
100
46
67
71
70
83
81
67
73
81
32
33
97
40
56
30
40
30
59
58
57
21
20
D
19
85
99
84
96
83
2
89
78
77
90
3
95
60
20
75
30
40
79
86
20
19
88
87
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DIAGRAM
FRAME - 30-360
131
152
130
101
128
127
101
148.1
148
126
105
104
125
124
123
122
121
120
119
153
134
117
118
135
102
126
138
136
120
137
139
140
106
141
106
147
104
143
149
133
129
146
145
144
133.1
118
101
107
108
101
109
142
128
117
118
153
110
151
115
53
117
118
132
110
111
112
113
114
101
101
150
154
*
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DIAGRAM
TABLE - 30-360
164
165
166
174
167
175
176
178
162
159
179
185
180
185
208
156
177
181
182
183
177
183
186
187
188
156
167
191
195
178
159
189
190
159
165
193
162
167
168
169
170
171
157
172
173
184
159
192
158
161
196
163
207
197
198
160
199
200
202
201
203
155
206
205
204
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DIAGRAM
STAND - 30-360
251
255
*
258
266
226
226
266
267
223
265
225
224
229
225
230
224
227
216
231
229
212
223
211
239
230
210
218
232
238
231
220
236
231
211
215
221
214
232
233
217
235
231
234
269
214
222
249.1
249
237
250
233
268
234
252
264
284
261
219
213
223
263
*
254
263
260
209
241
222
*
248
245
244
235
263
262
227
228
215
209
241
240
242
235
244
245
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PARTS LIST
IMPORTANT: When ordering replacement parts, always give the model number, serial number of the
machine and part number. Also a brief description of each item and quantity desired.
PART # DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATIONS QTY
30360-01 DUST CHUTE 1
30360-02 FLANGE BOLT M6X1.0PX12L 13
30360-03 RIGHT SUPPORT SHAFT 1
30360-04 WASHER 6.7X19X2.0T 8
30360-05 FOAM 2
30360-06 CHIP DEFLECTOR 1
30360-07 CAP SCREW M6X1.0PX12L 4
30360-08 REAR TOP COVER 1
30360-09 ROUND HEAD SCREW M6X1.0PX10L 7
30360-10 FRONT TOP COVER 1
30360-11 SHOCK ABSORBER 2
30360-12 PLATE FLAP 2
30360-13 SHAFT 1
30360-14 SET SCREW M6X1.0PX14L 2
30360-15 NUT M6X1.0P 4
30360-15-1 SPONGE PAD 3/8”X1/2”X525L 1
30360-15-2 SPONGE PAD 1
30360-16 CHIP BREAKER 1
30360-17 RETENTION RING ETW-10 2
30360-18 SHAFT 1
30360-19 FIXING PLATE 4
30360-20 SET SCREW M5X0.8PX5L 5
30360-21 FIXING SHAFT 2
30360-22 SPRING 4
30360-23 BUSHING 4
30360-24 OUTFEED ROLLER 1
30360-25 KEY 1
30360-26 SPROCKET 1
30360-27 CHAIN 06BX76P 1
30360-28 CHAIN 06BX52P 1
30360-29 PLATE 4
30360-30 NUT M6X1.0PX16L 5
30360-31 SET SCREW M6X1.0PX16L 4
30360-32 CAP SCREW M8X1.25PX20L 6
30360-33 LOCK WASHER 8.2X15.4 7
30360-34 WASHER 8.5X22X2T 4
30360-35 SCREW 4
30360-36 LEFT SUPPORT SHAFT 1
30360-37 HEX HEAD BOLT M8X1.25PX20L 1
30360-38 WASHER 8X40X4T 1
30360-39 UPPER PULLEY 1
30360-40 WASHER 6.5X23X3T 7
30360-41 RETENTION RING RTW-72 1
30360-42 KNIFE (ITEM #30-364 OU #30-362) 4
30360-43 KNIFE LOCKING BAR 4
30360-43-1 HEX HEAD BOLT M8X1.25PX10 6
30360-44 BEARING 6207-2NSE 1
30360-45 KEY 8X8X40 1
30360-46 SPRING 9
30360-47 HEX HEAD BOLT M5X0.8PX12L 12
30360-48 CUTTERHEAD FOR 30-360 OR #360H FOR 30-360HC 1
30360-49 BEARING 6006-2NSE 1
30360-50 GEAR 1
30360-51 SET SCREW M10X1.5PX12L 4
30360-52 SPACER 2
30360-53 RUBBER PIN 120
30360-54 INFEED ROLLER 20
30360-55 INFEED ROLLER SHAFT 1
30360-56 SPROCKET 1
30360-57 ANTI-KICK BACK SHAFT 2
30360-58 ANTI-KICK BACK PLATE 56
30360-59 SPACER 66
30360-60 FIXING PLATE 1
30360-61 CAP SCREW M8X1.25PX25L 3
30360-62 WASHER 8.5X16X2T 3
30360-63 BEARING HOUSING 1
30360-64 CAP SCREW M8X1.25PX50L 4
30360-64-1 SET SCREW M6X1.0PX6 2
30360-65 GEAR BOX 1
30360-66 OIL SEAL TC28X40X8 1
30360-66-1 RETENTION RING RTW-40 1
30360-67 BEARING 6201Z 5
30360-68 GEAR 1
30360-69 SHAFT 1
30360-70 SHAFT 1
30360-71 GEAR 1
30360-72 GEAR BOX COVER 1
30360-73 OIL SCREW PT1/4”-19T 2
30360-73-1 CAP SCREW M6X1.0PX25 5
30360-74 HOOK 1
30360-75 CAP SCREW M6X1.0PX20L 4
30360-76 SHAFT 1
30360-77 IDLE PULLEY 2
30360-78 BRACKET 2
30360-79 SPROCKET 1
30360-80 PIN 2
30360-81 GEAR ASSEMBLY 1
30360-82 CLUTCH 1
30360-83 OIL SEAL SC25X47X6 1
30360-84 BEARING 6204Z 1
30360-85 SHAFT 1
30360-86 PACKING PIECE 1
30360-87 LEVER 1
30360-88 KNOB 1
30360-89 SHAFT 1
30360-90 BRACKET 1
30360-91 CAP SCREW M10X1.5PX30L 8
30360-92 LOCK WASHER 10.2X18.5 8
30360-93 KEY 5X5X10 2
30360-94 WASHER 10.3X22X2L 8
30360-95 FIXING PIN 4
30360-96 OIL RING P12 1
30360-97 SCREW M20X2.5PX30 2
30360-98 WASHER 60X40X0.05T 4
30360-99 KEY 6X6X40 1
30360-100 BALL _6 1
30360-101 ROUND HEAD SCREW M6X1.0PX10L 24
30360-102 SET SCREW M5X0.8PX5L 2
30360-103 SPROCKET WASHER BW-4 1
30360-104 LOCK WASHER 8.2X15.4 5
30360-105 CAP SCREW M8X1.25PX25L 3
30360-106 WASHER 8.5X16X2T 4
30360-107 LEFT SIDE COVER 1
30360-108 LEFT SIDE SUPPORT COVER 1
30360-109 LEFT SUPPORT 1
30360-110 WASHER 5.3X12X1T 4
30360-111 ROUND HEAD SCREW M5X0.8PX15L 2
30360-112 STOP SWITCH 1
30360-113 ROUND HEAD SCREW M4X0.7PX12L 1
30360-114 START SWITCH 1
30360-115 NUT M5X0.8P 2
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PARTS LIST
IMPORTANT: When ordering replacement parts, always give the model number, serial number of the
machine and part number. Also a brief description of each item and quantity desired.
30360-116 SWITCH BOX 1
30360-117 LOCK WASHER 10.2X18.5 12
30360-118 WASHER 10X25X3T 13
30360-119 RIGHT SUPPORT PLATE 1
30360-120 BEARING 6004ZZ 2
30360-121 SPROCKET 3
30360-122 KEY 5X5X10 1
30360-123 HANDWHEEL SHAFT 1
30360-124 KEY 1
30360-125 HANDWHEEL BUSHING 1
30360-126 BEARING 6005ZZ 2
30360-127 RIGHT SIDE SUPPORT COVER 1
30360-128 RIGHT SIDE PANEL 1
30360-129 HEX HEAD BOLT M6X1.0PX12L 1
30360-130 HANDWHEEL 1
30360-131 HANDLE 1
30360-132 WASHER 4.3X10X1.0T 1
30360-133 NUT M10X1.5P 1
30-360-133-1 KNOB 1
30360-134 FIXING PIN 1
30360-135 SHAFT 1
30360-136 SPROCKET 1
30360-137 RETENTION RING STW-25 1
30360-138 BEVEL GEAR 25T 1
30360-139 KEY 5X5X16 1
30360-140 KEY 8X7X18 1
30360-141 SHAFT 1
30360-142 NUT M4X0.7P 1
30360-143 BRACKET 1
30360-144 IDLE 1
30360-145 IDLE FIXING SHAFT 1
30360-146 CAP SCREW M8X1.25PX35L 1
30360-147 CAP SCREW M8X1.25PX16L 1
30360-148 RETENTION RING RTW-47 1
30360-148-1 SPACER 1
30360-149 WASHER 10.3X22X2L 2
30360-150 CONNECT CORD 14A/1CX0.25M 1
30360-151 RELIEF BUSHING SB9R-2 1
30360-152 CHAIN #40-100P 1
30360-153 HEX HEAD BOLT M10X1.5PX30L 12
30360-154 SWITCH CORD 18AWG/4C 1
30360-155 ROUND HEAD SCREW M6X1.0PX10L 2
30360-156 SET SCREW M5X0.8PX5L 4
30360-157 NUT M6X1.0PX16L 2
30360-158 LOCK WASHER 8.2X15.4 3
30360-159 WASHER 8.5X22X2T 6
30360-160 CAP SCREW M10X1.5PX30L 1
30360-161 WASHER 10X25X3T 1
30360-162 KEY 5X5X10 3
30360-163 HEX HEAD BOLT M6X1.0PX12L 2
30360-164 ROLLER BASE 4
30360-165 BEARING 4
30360-166 TABLE ROLLER 2
30360-167 NUT M8X1.25P 6
30360-168 SET SCREW M8X1.25PX40L 6
30360-169 GIB 2
30360-170 NUT M8X1.25PX16L 2
30360-171 LEAD PLATE 2
30360-172 HEX HEAD BOLT M10X1.5PX50L 2
30360-173 FIXING POINT 2
30360-174 HEX HEAD BOLT M8X1.25PX20L 4
30360-175 MAIN TABLE 1
30360-176 SPRING PIN 4
30360-177 CONNECT PLATE 3
30360-178 CAP SCREW M8X1.25PX16L 5
30360-179 CAM LOCK SHAFT 4
30360-180 CAM LOCK 4
30360-181 BAR 2
30360-182 FLANGE SCREW 1
30360-183 FLANGE SCREW 2
30360-184 POINTER 1
30360-185 ROUND HEAD SCREW M5X0.8PX10L 6
30360-186 SHAFT 1
30360-187 KEY 5X5X15 1
30360-188 BUSHING 1
30360-189 ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL 1
30360-190 HANDLE 1
30360-191 FIXING PLATE 1
30360-192 CAP SCREW M10X1.5PX20L 1
30360-193 HANDLE 1
30360-194 SHAFT 1
30360-195 FIXING PLATE 1
30360-196 CAP SCREW M8X1.25PX45L 6
30360-197 WASHER 2
30360-198 FIXING BUSH 4
30360-199 SCREW W/WASHER M4X0.7PX8/4X10X0.8T 8
30360-200 EXTENSION PLATE 2
30360-201 WASHER 13.5X28X2T 6
30360-202 HANDLE 2
30360-203 SUPPORT PLATE 2
30360-204 EXTENSION SHAFT 1
30360-205 EXTENSION ROLLER 1
30360-206 ROLLER CAP 2
30360-207 FIXING SHAFT 2
30360-208 POINTER 1
30360-209 ROUND HEAD SCREW M6X1.0PX10L 8
30360-210 CAP SCREW M8X1.25PX20L 6
30360-211 CAP SCREW M8X1.25PX25L 6
30360-212 WASHER 8.5X16X2T 2
30360-213 LOCK WASHER 10.2X18.5 4
30360-214 SPROCKET 2
30360-215 KEY 5X5X10 2
30360-216 NUT M10X1.5P 1
30360-217 KEY 5X5X16 1
30360-218 BRACKET 1
30360-219 NUT M10X1.5P 4
30360-220 IDLE 1
30360-221 IDLE FIXING SHAFT 1
30360-222 ROUND HEAD SCREW M5X0.8PX10L 7
30360-223 WASHER 10.3X22X2L 9
30360-224 FIXING BUSH 2
30360-225 SCREW W/WASHER M4X0.7PX8/4X10X0.8T 4
30360-226 WASHER 13.5X28X2T 4
30360-227 EXPANSION BEND 2
30360-228 LEAD SCREW 1
30360-229 RETENTION RING RTW-68 2
30360-230 BEARING 6008-2NSE 2
30360-231 BEARING 51105 4
30360-232 BUSHING 2
30360-233 WASHER _25 2
30360-234 NUT M25X1.5P 2
30360-235 CHAIN #40-78P 1
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PARTS LIST
IMPORTANT: When ordering replacement parts, always give the model number, serial number of the
machine and part number. Also a brief description of each item and quantity desired.
30360-236 LEAD SCREW 1
30360-237 BEVEL GEAR 50T 1
30360-238 REAR DOOR 1
30360-239 DOOR LATCH 1
30360-240 BASE 1
30360-241 BASE SIDE COVER 2
30360-242 PIN 4
30360-243 HEX HEAD BOLT M16X2.0PX60L 4
30360-244 NUT M16X2.0P 4
30360-245 FOOT 4
30360-246 MAGNETIC SWITCH M1 5HP.1PH 1
MAGNETIC SWITCH M2 7.5HP.220V.3PH 1
MAGNETIC SWITCH M3 7.5HP.600V.3PH 1
30360-249 ROUND HEAD SCREW M5X0.8PX20 2
30360-249-1 SPROCKET WASHER 5.3X10(BW-5) 1
30360-250 TERMINAL PLATE 1
30360-251 ROUND HEAD SCREW 3/16-24NCX1/4” 1
30360-252 TERMINAL COVER 1
30360-253 POWER CORD 10A/3CX0.35M 1
POWER CORD 12A/4CX0.35M 1
30360-255 MOTOR M1 5HP.220V.1PH 1
MOTOR M2 7.5HP.220V.3PH 1
MOTOR M3 7.5HP.600V.3PH 1
30360-258 MOTOR CORD 10AWG/3CX0.5M 1
MOTOR CORD 12AWG/4CX0.5M 1
30360-260 CLAMP COLLAR 2
30360-261 BELT A74 3
30360-262 SUPPORT SHAFT 2
30360-263 SET SCREW M8X1.25PX12L 5
30360-264 MOTOR PLATE 1
30360-265 HEX HEAD BOLT M10X1.5PX40L 4
30360-266 NUT M10X1.5P 4
30360-267 ADJUST BOLT 2
30360-268 RELIEF BUSHING 15.5X19X5.5 1
30360-269 SIDE COVER PAD 2
30360-270-1 COMBINATION WRENCH 8X10 1
30360-270 COMBINATION WRENCH 12X14 1
30360-271 COMBINATION WRENCH 17X19 1
30360-272 COMBINATION WRENCH 22X24 1
30360-273 ALLEN KEY 3MM 1
30360-274 ALLEN KEY 4MM 1
30360-275 ALLEN KEY 6MM 1
30360-276 KNIFE SETTING JIG BAR (30-360 ONLY) 1
30360-277 KNIFE SETTING JIG PAD (30-360 ONLY) 2
30360-278 RETENTION RING ETW-9 4
30360-279 SCREW DRIVER 1
30360-280 KEY 5X5X30 1
30360-281 HEX HEAD BOLT M8X1.25PX25L 1
30360-282 MOTOR PULLEY 1
30360-283 WASHER 1
30360-284 ELECTRICAL BOX COVER 1
HELICAL CUTTER HEAD - #360H
30-360HC ONLY
5
4
3
2
1
IMPORTANT: When ordering replacement parts, always give the model number, serial number of the
machine and part number. Also a brief description of each item and quantity desired.
PART # DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY
360H-01 CUTTER HEAD 1
360H-02 INSERT SCREW (ITEM #30-444) 58
360H-03 NUT 58
360H-04 KNIFE-HOLDER / CHIPBREAKER 58
PART # DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY
360H-05 CARBIDE INSERT (ITEM#30-443)
360H-06 “T” HANDLE ALLEN WRENCH 5 MM 1
360H-07 ALLEN KEY 5 MM 1
7
6
30X12X1.5MM (T)
58
34
WIRING DIAGRAM
30-360M2
30-360M1
30-360 M1
35
WIRING DIAGRAM
30-360M2
30-360M3
30-360 M2
36
WIRING DIAGRAM
30-360M3
30-360 M3
37
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