General 90-030 User Manual
SETUP & OPERATION MANUAL
FEATURES
Sturdy welded steel frame & precision-balanced
wheels with replaceable tires.
Easy-to-assemble open-based steel stand.
Precision blade guide bearings included.
Miter gauge with auxiliary aluminum crosscut
fence included.
Quick-release blade tension for fast blade
changes.
Hinged doors and easily accessible blade
tension knob, for fast blade changes and
adjustments.
Large stable cast-iron table with slide-out steel
extension wing.
Includes goose-neck style worklight.
Smooth running durable 1/3 HP motor.
Convenient blade tracking window.
Safety lock-out switch with removable key to
prevent unauthorized use.
Multi-size dust port fits 4”, 3”, or 2” hose.
SPECIFICATIONS
• Wheel size
10” (254 mm)
• Wheel speed
1134 rpm
• Blade speed
2920 lin. fpm
• Maximum blade width
1/2” (12 mm)
• Minimum blade width
1/8” (3 mm)
• Blade length
67 1/2” (1712 mm)
• Table size
13 3/8” x 13 1/8” (340 x 335 mm)
• Table tilt
0° to 45° (right)
• Table height
42” (1067 mm)
• Maximum width of cut
9 5/8” (245 mm)
• Maximum depth of cut
4 1/16” (103 mm)
• Dust port
4”, 3” and 2” (102, 76 or 51mm)
• Base dimensions (l x w)
15 1/2” x 12 1/2” (395 x 310 mm)
• Motor
1/3 HP, 120 V, 3.3 A
• Weight
80 lbs (36 kg)
Version #1_Revision #1 - November 2014
© Copyright General International
10” WOOD CUTTING BANDSAW
MODEL
#
90-030
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 90-030
10” Wood Cutting Bandsaw. This bandsaw 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 bandsaw 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 wood cutting
Bandsaw 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
Grounding instructions ....................................................................................................................................... 6
Circuit capacity .................................................................................................................................................. 6
Extension cords ................................................................................................................................................... 6
Identification of main parts and components .................................................................. 7
Unpacking .......................................................................................................................... 8
Basic functions ................................................................................................................... 9
Cleaning............................................................................................................................. 9
Placement within the shop / Safety zone .......................................................................... 9
Assembly instructions ................................................................................................. 10-12
Assembling the stand ....................................................................................................................................... 10
Attaching the machine to stand ..................................................................................................................... 11
Installing the table and the 90° stop ......................................................................................................... 11-12
Installing the rip fence ...................................................................................................................................... 12
Basic adjustments & controls ..................................................................................... 13-18
Connecting to a power source .......................................................................................................................13
On/Off power switch .........................................................................................................................................13
Choosing and changing blades ............................................................................................................... 13-15
Adjusting the blade tension ............................................................................................................................ 15
Adjusting the blade tracking ...................................................................................................................... 15-16
Adjusting the upper blade guides ................................................................................................................. 17
Adjusting the lower blade guides ................................................................................................................... 17
Adjusting the upper thrust guide .................................................................................................................... 17
Adjusting the lower thrust guide ..................................................................................................................... 18
Adjusting the upper blade guard .................................................................................................................. 18
Operating Instructions ................................................................................................ 18-20
Checklist before starting .................................................................................................................................. 18
Connecting to a dust collector ....................................................................................................................... 19
Cutting curves ................................................................................................................................................... 19
Cutting circles .................................................................................................................................................... 19
Using the miter gauge ...................................................................................................................................... 20
Maintenance ............................................................................................................... 20-21
Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................................ 20
Wheel tires .......................................................................................................................................................... 20
Motor .................................................................................................................................................................. 20
Lubrication ......................................................................................................................................................... 20
Changing the belt and aligning the pulleys ................................................................................................. 21
Parts list & diagram .................................................................................................... 22-24
Contact information ........................................................................................................ 26
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 the bandsaw when tired, distracted
or under the effects of drugs, alcohol or any medI cation 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 bandsaw is in operation; do not permit them to
operate the bandsaw.
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. 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.
Wear face, eye, ear, respiratory and body
protection devices.
7. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets,
necklaces or other jewelry while the bandsaw is in
operation.
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 the blade and all
moving parts. Use a brush, not hands, to clear away
chips and dust.
10. Adjust and position the blade guard as
close as possible to the workpiece.
11. Adjust blade tension and tracking before starting to
cut.
12. Blade teeth must point down toward the table.
13. Be sure that the blade has gained full operating
speed before starting to cut.
14. Always use a clean, properly sharpened blade.
Dirty or dull blades are unsafe and can lead to
accidents.
®
International disclaims any real or implied warranty and hold itself
15. Use suitable workpiece support if the workpiece
does not have a flat surface.
16. Do not work on long stock without adequate
support on the out feed end of the table.
17. Do not push or force stock into the blade. The band saw will perform better and more safely when work ing at the rate for which it was designed.
18. Avoid working from awkward or off balance posi tions. Do not overreach and keep both feet on floor.
19. Keep guards in place and in working order. If a
guard must be removed for maintenance or clean ing be sure it is properly re-attached before using
the saw again.
20. Never leave the machine unattended while it is run ning or with the power on.
21. Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended
by General
malfunction or risk of injury.
22. Never stand on machinery. Serious injury could re sult if the tool is tipped over or if the blade is
unintentionally contacted.
23. Always disconnect the saw from the power
source before servicing or changing accessories
such as blades, or before performing any mainte nance or cleaning, or if the machine will be left
unattended.
24. Make sure that the switch is in the “OFF” position
before plugging in the power cord.
25. Make sure the machine is properly grounded. If
equipped with a 3-prong plug it should be used with
a three-pole receptacle. Never remove the third
prong.
26. Do not use this bandsaw for other than
its intended use. If used for other purposes,
General® International disclaims any real or
implied warranty andholds itself harmless for any in
jury, which may resultfrom that use.
®
International may result in equipment
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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.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
In the event of an electrical malfunction or short circuit,
grounding reduces the risk of electric shock. The motor
of this machine is wired for 120 V single phase operation
and is equipped with a 3-conductor cord and a 3-prong
grounding plug A to fit a grounded type receptacle B.
Do not remove the 3rd prong (grounding pin) to make
it fit into an old 2-hole wall socket or extension cord. If
an adaptor plug is used C, it must be attached to the
metal screw of the receptacle.
Note: The use of an adaptor plug is illegal in some
areas. Check your local codes. If you have any doubts
or if the supplied plug does not correspond to your
electrical outlet, consult a qualified electrician before
proceeding.
A
B
C
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
If you find it necessary to use an extension cord with your machine, 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. The smaller the number, the heavier the gauge.
TABLE - MINIMUM GAUGE FOR CORD
EXTENSION CORD LENGTH
AMPERES 50 feet 100 feet 200 feet 300 feet
< 5
6 to 10
10 to 12
12 to 16
*NR = Not Recommended
18 16 16 14
18 16 14 12
16 16 14 12
14 12 *NR *NR
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IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS
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A. STAND
B. RIP FENCE
C. ON/OFF SWITCH WITH REMOVABLE KEY
D. WORKLIGHT SWITCH
E. UPPER WHEEL DOOR
F. BLADE TENSION KNOB
G. UPPER DOOR LOCK KNOB
H. BLADE GUARD LOCK KNOB
I. WORKLIGHT
J. BLADE
K. MITER GAUGE
L. LOWER DOOR LOCK KNOB
M. LOWER WHEEL DOOR
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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. WORK TABLE ............................................................................ 1
B. MITER GAUGE .......................................................................... 1
C. RIP FENCE ............................................................................... 1
D. LOCK KNOB ............................................................................. 4
E. FENCE RAIL .............................................................................. 1
F. SUPPORT LEG ........................................................................... 4
G. CROSS BRACE (LONG) ........................................................... 2
H. CROSS BRACE (SHORT) ........................................................... 2
I. STAND RUBBER FOOT............................................................... 4
J. PUSH STICK ............................................................................... 1
K. 10 & 13 MM WRENCH ............................................................. 1
L. 3 MM ALLEN KEY ..................................................................... 1
M. CARRIAGE BOLT ..................................................................... 16
N. HEXAGONAL BOLT (M6X12) ................................................... 4
O. LOCK WASHER ......................................................................... 4
P. HEX BOLT (M6X30) .................................................................. 1
Q. NUT .......................................................................................... 1
R. WASHER .................................................................................. 20
S. NUT ......................................................................................... 16
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SET UP
A. 2 EXTRA PEOPLE FOR HELP WITH LIFTING
B. 14 MM WRENCH
C. 3 & 5 MM ALLEN KEYS
D. SQUARE
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C
D
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