General 80-250 User Manual
Handwheel adjustable infeed and outfeed tables mounted on dovetailed way.
Large surface, ground cast iron tables
with built-in rabbeting ledge.
Accurate, depth of cut scale metric &
inches.
Two way tilting fence with positive stops at
45° and 90°.
6” Dust collection outlet.
Heavy duty, four-knife cutterhead for fast
cutting and a superior finish.
Magnetic safety switch.
Both spring and jack screw systems for
easy knife adjustments.
TABLE SIZE
84 1⁄4’’ x 11’’ (2140 x 280 mm)
MAXIMUM CUTTING
WIDTH
10’’ (254 mm)
MAXIMUM CUTTING DEPTH
1⁄2’’(12.7 mm)
W
ORKING HEIGHT
32 1⁄4’’ (820 mm)
FENCE SIZE
45’’ x 4 3⁄4’’ (1143 x 120 mm)
FENCE
TILT
+45°, 0°, -45°
CUTTERHEAD SPEED
5500 RPM
NUMBER OF KNIVES
4
DUST POR
T DIAMETER
6” (152 mm)
MO
T
OR
3 HP, 220 V, 1 Ph, 15 A
WEIGHT
903 LBS (410 kg)
REVISION 2 NOVEMBER 21/06
THANK YOU
for choosing this General®International model 80-250 Jointer. This
jointer 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 jointer as well as the set-up, maintenance and identification of its parts and components. This manual is not intended as a substitute for formal woodworking instruction, nor to
offer the user instruction in the craft of woodworking. If you are not sure about the safety of
performing a certain operation or procedure, do not proceed until you can confirm, from
knowledgeable and qualified sources, that it is safe to do so.
Once you’ve read through these instructions, keep this manual handy for future reference.
All component parts of General® International machinery are carefully tested and inspected during all stages of
production, and each machine is thoroughly inspected upon completion of assembly. Because of our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, General® International agrees to repair or replace, within a period of 24
months from date of purchase, any genuine part or parts which, upon examination, prove to be defective in workmanship or material. In order to obtain this warranty, all defective parts must be returned freight pre-paid to
General® International Mfg. Co., Ltd. Repairs attempted without our written authorization will void this warranty.
GENERAL ® INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY
Disclaimer:
The information and specifications in this manual pertain to
the unit as it was supplied from the factory at the time of printing.
Because we are committed to making constant improvements, General
International reserves the right to make changes to components, parts
or features of this unit as deemed necessary, without prior notice and
without obligation to install any such changes on previously delivered
units. Reasonable care is taken at the factory to ensure that the specifications and information in this manual corresponds with that of the unit
with which it was supplied. However, special orders and “after factory”
modifications may render some or all information in this manual
inapplicable to your machine. Further, as several generations of this
model of jointer 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 (514) 326-1161 • Fax (514) 326-5555
www.general.ca
1. Do not operate this jointer when tired, distracted, or
under the effects of drugs, alcohol or any medication that impairs reflexes or alertness.
2. Keep the work area well lit, clean and free of debris.
3. Keep children and visitors at a safe distance when the
jointer is in operation - do not permit them to operate
the jointer.
4. Childproof and tamper proof your shop and all
machinery with locks, master electrical switches and
switch keys, to prevent unauthorized or unsupervised
use.
5. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets, necklace
or ornaments. Wear face, eye, ear, respiratory and body
protection devices, as indicated for the operation or
environment. Wear protective hair covering to contain
long hair and wear non-slip footwear.
6. Stay alert! Give your work your undivided attention.
Even a momentary distraction can lead to serious
injury.
7. Be sure the blades have gained full operating speed
before beginning to cut.
8. Keep hands well away from blades and all moving
parts. Do not clear chips by hand - use a brush.
9. Do not force the jointer. It will perform better and safer at
the rate for which it was designed.
10.
Whenever possible use a dust collector to minimize health
hazards.
11. Never leave the machine unattended while running
or with the power on.
12. If using a power feeder, stop the feeder before stopping the Jointer.
13. Use recommended speed blades, accessories and
workpiece material.
14. Never stand on machinery. Serious injury could result
if the jointer is tipped over or if the blades are unintentionally contacted.
15. Be sure blades are securely installed in the machine.
16. Keep guards in place and in working order. If a guard
must be removed for maintenance or cleaning be sure it
is properly re-attached before using the tool again.
17. Be sure that adjusting wrenches, tools and other
clutter are removed from the machine and / or the
table surfaces before starting the machine.
18. Use of parts and accessories not recommanded by
General International may result in equipment malfunction or risk of injury.
19. Make sure tool is properly grounded. If tool is equip-
ped with three-prong plug, it should be plugged into a
three-pole receptacle. Never remove the third prong.
20. Always disconnect jointer from power source before
servicing or changing accessories such as blades, or
before performing any maintenance or cleaning.
21. Make sure that switch is in "OFF" position before plug-
ging in power cord.
22. Hold stock firmly against the table. Always feed stock
using push blocks or paddles.
Rules for Safe Operation
To help ensure safe operation, please take a moment to learn the machine’s applications and limitations, as well as potential hazards. General® International disclaims any real or implied warranty and
holds itself harmless for any injury that may result from improper use of its equipment.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION:
Both a manual circuit breaker or similar device as well as an electrical plug are recommended and should be installed by a qualified electrician. Use locally approved wire that includes
a separate grounding wire, and a 3-prong grounding type plug with matching receptacle.
ELECTRICAL DISCONNECTION:
Be sure to disconnect this machine from the power source whenever maintenance, adjustments, or servicing is required.
220V SINGLE-PHASE
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.
AMPERAGE DRAW
The 3 HP, 220V single phase motor on the 80-250 M1 will draw 15 Amps.
GROUNDING
In the event of an electrical malfunction or short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric
shock. This tool is equipped with a power cord that has a grounding wire, which must be properly connected to the grounding prong on the plug; likewise, the outlet must be properly
installed and grounded.All electrical connections must be made in accordance with local codes
and ordinances.
EXTENSION CORDS
The use of an extension cord is not recommended on 220V equipment. It is preferable to arrange the
placement of your equipment and the installed wiring to eliminate the need for extension cords in the
shop. If you find the use of an extension cord to be necessary:
• Consult a qualified electrician before proceeding, making sure the cord contains the grounding
wire and matching plug.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
ELECTROCUTION, FIRE OR DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE COULD RESULT IF THIS MACHINE IS NOT GROUNDED CORRECTLY OR IF YOUR ELECTRICAL CONFIGURATION DOES NOT COMPLY WITH LOCAL MUNICIPAL AND STATE OR PROVINCIAL CODES AND REGULATIONS. ENSURE COMPLIANCE BY CONSULTING WITH A LICENSED AND QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN!
NEVER ATTEMPT TO CONNECT THE MACHINE TO A POWER SOURCE WITH GREATER VOLTAGE THAN NEEDED. FAILURE
TO COMPLY COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THE USER AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE.
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LIST OF CONTENTS
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10” JOINTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
FENCE ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
BLADE GUARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1/2” CHUCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1/4” CHUCK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
KNIFE SETTING GAUGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
WRENCHES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
ALLEN KEYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
PUSH BLOCKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
CHUCK COVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Carefully unpack and remove the unit and its components
from its shipping crate 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.
10” DELUXE JOINTER WITH MORTISER
80-250
UNPACKING
THE EQUIPMENT USED TO LIFT THIS MACHINE MUST HAVE A RATED CAPACITY AT, OR ABOVE THE WEIGHT OF THE
JOINTER. FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY!
MACHINE PREPARATION AND ASSEMBLY
CLEAN UP
All unpainted surfaces are covered with a protective coating that prevents rust from forming during shipping and
storage. Remove this protective coating 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.
Also clean all moving parts or sliding contact surfaces that are coated. Loosen the fence lock handle, and remove
the fence from the head of the jointer.
Clean the sliding surfaces and re-install the fence on the head of the jointer.
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For your convenience this unit is shipped from the factory partially assembled and requires minimal assembly
and set up before being put into service.
SHOP PLACEMENT / SPACE CONSIDERATIONS
The unit should be installed on a flat, sturdy and stable surface that
is able to support the weight of the unit (903 LBS) as well as the weight
of the operator. Most concrete slab type floors will be suitable but
some residential floors may require reinforcement.
Consider the space needed for the unit and its intended use when
deciding where to install your jointer/mortiser in your shop.
Extra space will be required for stock handling off the ends of both
the infeed and outfeed tables.
EST
ABLISHING A SAFETY ZONE
For shops with frequent visitors or multiple operators, it is advisable to establish a Safety Zone around shop machinery. A clearly de-fined “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.
FENCE TILT LEVER
Install the fence tilt lever as shown.
DUST POR
T
Install the dust port as shown.
BLADE GU
ARD
TO INSTALL THE BLADE GUARD:
1. Loosen the knob on the arm of the blade
guard.
2. Insert the blade guard into the slot on the
bracket.
RE-POSITION
THE SWITCH
For shipping purposes the switch is mounted
as shown . Remove the four mounting bolts
and reposition the switch as shown using the
same bolts.
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JOINTER ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLING THE MORTISER
1. Raise the blade guard, remove the chuck
cover & screw the shaft with chuck into the
cutterhead.
TO INSTALL THE MORTISING CHUCK
2. Align the hole on bearing housing and cutterhead, using a screwdriver & insert and fix
in position. Hold the shaft,using an open end
wrench & tighten the shaft by turning clock
wise.
3. Turn the chuck counter clockwise and remove, as shown. Place the collet into the chuck
until it is secured.
4. Clean the inside of shaft with a rag. Screw
the chuck into the collet by turning 4 - 5
rotations and insert a bit. Hold the flat side
of the chuck, using an open end wrench.
Hold the chuck, using the ER25 wrench &
secure the bit by turning clockwise.
5. Press down the blade guard, turn the knob
clockwise until the guard sits close to the
table.
T
O MOUNT THE MORTISER TO THE JOINTER
1. With the help of an assistant, lift the mortiser
to the jointer. Before mounting the mortiser,
be sure the 2 lock levers on the mortiser are
fixed firmly. If not, turn them clockwise until
well tightened.
lock levers
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2. Align the T-slot,
,
on the mortiser to the slot
on the jointer until it is to the right position.
3. Align the 3 bolt holes on the jointer and using
a wrench, secure the mortiser to the jointer
with the bolts 3/8”.
4. Raise the mortiser table to the highest
position; place a straightedge and caliper
onto the jointer table and mortiser table to
check if tables are parallel.
5. If the tables are not parallel, using a wrench,
loosen three bolts 3/8”, , and using Allen
key, adjust the 5/16” set screws, , until
the tables are parallel to each other. Then
tighten the three 3/8” bolts.
ADJUSTMENTS & SETTINGS
ADJUSTING AND SETTING THE OUT-FEED TABLE HEIGHT
The outfeed table should be set level with the highest point of
the knives.
1. Set a straightedge onto the table so that it sits over the cutterhead but does not completely cross the gap between
the tables and touch the in-feed table.
2. Turn the cutterhead by hand, until any one of the knives is
at it’s highest point.
3. Release the table locking lever and turn the handwheel
(under the table) to raise or lower the table.
4. Adjust the table height so that the knife barely touches the straightedge.
5. Tighten the table locking lever to secure the table in position.
ADJUSTING
AND SETTING THE IN-FEED TABLE HEIGHT
The in-feed table should be set to the desired depth of cut for the operation being performed. Refer to the recommended dept of cut settings as mentioned in the section of specific jointer operating instructions.
1. Always loosen the table locking lever before turning the table adjustment hand wheel.
2. Once the table has been set to the desired height, don’t forget to retighten the locking lever to secure the table
in position.
STRAIGHTEDGE
OUTFEED
(left) Table
INFEED
(right) Table
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