General 75-030 User Manual

Rotating, 45° tilting, crank-operated work­table with quick release clamp.

Large front mounted stop switch with
lock-out safety feature to prevent unwan­ted or unintentional start-up.

Adjustable spindle tension return spring.
Built-in lamp illuminates the drilling area.
Spindle is supported by high quality ball

bearings.
Cast-iron pulleys reduce vibration.
Industrial 1/2 HP motor.
Heavy-duty positive depth stop for quick

adjustment.
5/8” drill chuck.

SWING
13

3

⁄

8

’’ (340 mm)

DRILLING C

APACITY

5

⁄

8

” (16 mm)

CHUCK SIZE

5

⁄

8

” (16 mm)

SPINDLE

TRAVEL

3

1

⁄

8

” (80 mm)

SPINDLE DIST

ANCE TO TABLE

15

1

⁄

4

” (387 mm)

SPINDLE DIST

ANCE TO BASE

32

1

⁄

4

” (819 mm)

T

ABLE SIZE

11

3

⁄

8

” (289 mm)

COLUMN DIAMETER
2

7

⁄

8

” (73 mm)

NUMBER OF SPEEDS
12

SPINDLE SPEEDS
280-3000 RPM

SPINDLE

TAPER

MT 2
O

VERALL HEIGHT

38

1

⁄

2

” (978 mm)

B

ASE SIZE

10” x 16

7

⁄

8

” (254 x 429 mm)

MO

TOR

1

⁄

2

HP, 110 V, 8 A

WEIGHT
105 LBS (48 kg)

VERSION 2 - AUGUST 06/12

© COPYRIGHT GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 08/2012

THANK YOU

for choosing this General International model 75-030 Drill Press.
This drill press has been carefully tested and inspected before shipment and if properly used
and maintained, will provide you with years of reliable service. To ensure optimum perform­ance and trouble-free operation, and to get the most from your investment, please take the
time to read this manual before assembling, installing and operating the unit.

The manual’s purpose is to familiarize you with the safe operation, basic function, and features
of this drill press as well as the set-up, maintenance and identification of its parts and compo­nents. This manual is not intended as a substitute for formal woodworking instruction, nor to
offer the user instruction in the craft of woodworking. If you are not sure about the safety of
performing a certain operation or procedure, do not proceed until you can confirm, from
knowledgeable and qualified sources, that it is safe to do so.

Once you’ve read through these instructions, keep this manual handy for future reference.

All component parts of General® International Star-Shop machinery are carefully tested and inspected during all
stages of production, and each machine is thoroughly inspected upon completion of assembly. Because of our
commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, General® International agrees to repair or replace, within a peri­od of 24 months from date of purchase, any genuine part or parts which, upon examination, prove to be defec­tive in workmanship or material. In order to obtain this warranty, all defective parts must be returned freight pre-paid
to General® International Mfg. Co., Ltd. Repairs attempted without our written authorization will void this warranty.

GENERAL ® INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY

Disclaimer:

The information and specifications in this manual pertain to
the unit as it was supplied from the factory at the time of printing.
Because we are committed to making constant improvements, General
International reserves the right to make changes to components, parts
or features of this unit as deemed necessary, without prior notice and
without obligation to install any such changes on previously delivered
units. Reasonable care is taken at the factory to ensure that the specifi­cations and information in this manual corresponds with that of the unit
with which it was supplied. However, special orders and “after factory”

modifications may render some or all information in this manual
inapplicable to your machine. Further, as several generations of this
model of drill press and several versions of this manual may be in circu­lation, if you own an earlier or later version of this unit, this manual may
not depict your machine exactly. If you have any doubts or questions
contact your retailer or our support line with the model and serial
number of your unit for clarification.

GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL

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

Telephone [phone] • Fax [phone] • www.general.ca

1. Do not operate the drill press when tired, distracted, or

under the effects of drugs, alcohol or any medication
that impairs reflexes or alertness.

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

debris.

3. Keep children and visitors at a safe distance when

the drill press is in operation; do not permit them to
operate the drill press.

4. Childproof and tamper proof your shop and all ma-

chinery with locks, master electrical switches and
switch keys, to prevent unauthorized or unsupervised
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 and wear
eye, ear and respiratory protection devices.

7. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets,

necklaces and ornaments while the drill press is in
operation.

8. Before starting any operation make sure that the

head and table lock handles are securely tightened
and the head and table support collars are correctly
position.

9. Be sure that adjusting wrenches, tools, drinks and

other clutter are removed from the machine and/or
the table surface before commencing operation.

10. Keep hands well away from drill bit and all moving

parts. Use a hold-down or clamp to secure the stock,
and use a brush, not hands, to clear away chips and
dust.

11. Be sure the drill bit is securely installed in the chuck

before operation.

12. Be sure the drill bit has gained full operating speed

before beginning to drill.

13. Always use a clean, properly sharpened drill bit. Dirty

or dull bits are unsafe and can lead to accidents.

14. Do not push or force the bit into the stock. The drill will

perform better and more safely when working at the
rate for which it was designed.

15. Avoid working from awkward or off balance positions.

Do not overreach and keep both feet on floor.

16. Keep guards in place and in working order. If a guard

must be removed for maintenance or cleaning, be
sure it is properly reattached before using the tool
again.

17. Never leave the machine unattended while it is

running or with the power on.

18. Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended by

General® International may result in equipment mal­function or risk of injury.

19. Never stand on machinery. Serious injury could result

if the tool is tipped over or if the drill bit is unintention­ally contacted.

20. Always disconnect tool from power before servicing

or changing accessories such as a drill bits, or
before performing any maintenance, cleaning or
adjustments, or if the machine will be left unattended.

21. Make sure that switch is in the “OFF” position before

plugging in the power cord.

22. Make sure tool is properly grounded. If tool is equipped

with a 3-prong plug it should be used with a three-pole
receptacle. Never remove the third prong

Rules for Safe Operation

To help ensure safe operation, please take a moment to learn the machine’s applications and limita­tions, as well as potential hazards. General® International disclaims any real or implied warranty and
holds itself harmless for any injury that may result from improper use of its equipment.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Before proceeding with the assembly, read the operating and maintenance instructions manual and familiarize
yourself with correct assembly, setup, maintenance and safety procedures.

1. Place the base (1) on a flat surface and screw the column (8), to the base.

2. Remove the rack ring (9) from the column (8).

3. Insert the rack (11) into the table bracket and position the 2 pieces onto

the column at the same time. The bottom lip of the rack is pressed bet­ween the column and the flange.The top lip of the rack is similarly secured
with the replacement of the rack ring (9). Tighten the set screw in the rack
ring. Place the handle (10) on the worm gear and secure it with the hex
head bolt.

4.

Attach the head (2) to the column and tighten the head with the set screws (3).

5. Secure the table onto the table arm.

6. Attach the 3 feed handles, (4, 5 & 6), to the handle body (7).

7. If desired, install a max. 60 watt light bulb

(not included) for the worklight (12).

Once assembled, clean the protective coating from all surfaces (where
applicable) using 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 painted surfaces, as many solvent-based products will remove paint.

INSTALLING THE CHUCK

1. Slide the arbor into the quill assembly, flat end goes in first.

2. Slide the chuck onto the tapered end of the arbor and using the feed

handle, lower the quill assembly against the table to secure the chuck.

(To avoid damaging the chuck place a piece of wood on the table.)

REMOVING THE CHUCK AND ARBOR

1. Turn “OFF”and disconnect the drill from the power source.

2. Using feed handle, lower the quill assembly.

3. Insert tool into, and all the way through the quill assembly.

Note: It may be necessary to rotate the quill in order to be able to get the tool all the way through.

4. While holding onto the chuck to prevent damage, raise the quill assembly. The arbor and chuck should fall out.

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14” DRILL PRESS

75-030

To avoid risk of serious injury, make sure the drill press is installed on a flat, solid and stable surface.