General 90-075A, 90-075C, 90-075B User Manual
VERSION 2_REVISION 2 - October 12/10
Universal design that adapts to similar
sized tables from most other brands.
Requires two mounting holes in the table
(front & back) for an easy installation.
Complete bandsaw fence system
includes fence, rails and 3 1/2”resaw
guide.
LENGTH
21” FENCE, 29”FRONT RAIL &
25 3/4” REAR RAIL (90-075A)
FITS GENERAL INTERNATIONAL MODEL:
90-100, 90-125, 90-140, 490-1, 590-1 & 690-1
25” FENCE, 29”FRONT RAIL &
25 3/4” REAR RAIL (90-075B)
FITS GENERAL INTERNATIONAL MODEL:
90-240, 90-270, 90-320,90-360, 90-170/90-170B
& 90-290
28” FENCE & 34” RAILS (90-075C)
FITS GENERAL INTERNATIONAL MODEL:
90-280, 90-460, 90-600 & 90-380
© COPYRIGHT GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 10/2010
THANK YOU
for choosing this Excalibur by General®International model 90-075
A/B/C Universal Bandsaw Rip Fence System. This Rip Fence System 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 Rip Fence System 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 rip fence system 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 tool exactly. If you have any doubts or questions contact your retailer or our support line with the
model 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
GENERAL®& GENERAL®INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY
All component parts of General®, 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® and General®
International agree 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® and General® International agree 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.
T
o 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 1-888949-1161 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®
or 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® Internationallwill void all warranty.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Rules for safe operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Identification of main parts and components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Unpacking & set up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Assembly tools provided . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Additionnal tools needed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Installation of the front and rear mounting brackets to the bandsaw’s table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Installation of the front and rear rails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Installation of the fence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Installation of the measuring tape & pointer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Installation of the resaw guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Leveling the fence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Vertical adjustment of the fence 90° to the table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Alignment of the fence parallel to the miter slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Parts list & diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15
1. Do not operate the bandsaw when tired, distract-
ed, 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 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
and use a dust collector whenever possible. Wear
protective hair covering to contain long hair and
wear non-slip footwear, approved safety glasses,
dust mask and hearing protection.
7. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets, neck
laces 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 blades and all moving
parts. Use a brush, not hands, to clear away chips
and dust.
10. Adjust and position upper and lower blade guides
before starting to cut. Upper blade guide should be
adjusted to approximately 1/8” above the material
to be cut.
11. Adjust blade tension and tracking before starting to
cut.
12. Saw 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.
15. Use suitable work piece support if the work piece
does not have a flat surface.
16. Hold material firmly against the table.
17. Do not work on long stock without adequate support on the out feed end of the table.
18. If using a power feeder,stop the feeder before stopping the bandsaw.
19. Do not push or force stock into the blade. The bandsaw will perform better and more safely when working at the rate for which it was designed.
20. Avoid working from awkward or off balance positions. Do not overreach and keep both feet on floor.
21. 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.
22. Never leave the machine unattended while it is running or with the power on.
23. Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended
by General
® International may result in equip-
ment malfunction or risk of injury.
24. Never stand on machinery. Serious injury could
result if the tool is tipped over or if the cutting tool is
unintentionally contacted.
25. Always disconnect the tool from the power source
before changing accessories such as blades, or
before performing any maintenance or cleaning,
or if the machine will be left unattended.
26. Make sure that the switch is in the “OFF” position
before plugging in the power cord.
27. 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.
28. Do not use this bandsaw rip fence for other than its
intended use. If used for other purposes, General
®
International disclaims any real implied warranty
and holds itself harmless for any injury, which may
result from that use.
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
hold itself harmless for any injury that may result from the improper use of its equipment.
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