General International 90-320 M1 Use and Care Manual
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1. as reference longer the line on scale the If needed adjust the blade fensioning by turn tighter the tension on the blade Take note of ideal set ing the blade tension hand wheel 0 ting with various blade widths for reference the next Clockwise to tighten time that blade is used or when a similar type of cut is to be performed Counterclockwise to loosen the blade tension 4 Make atest cut on a sample piece of wood and if needed re adjust the blade tension Note To prolong the life of the blade whenever the band saw is not in use for prolonged periods more than 24 hours release the blade tension lever to remove tension from the blade Over time maintaining tension on a blade that is not in use will cause the blade to deform by taking the shape of the wheels at both extremities This can weaken the blade and cause premature breakage BLADE TRACKING ADJUSTMENTS 3 176 Ideally the blade should stay relatively centered on both upper and lower wheels Due to natural variations in castings blade thickness or density and tire wear absolute perfect centering alignment is rarely attainable A slight misalignment of the blade on the wheels is inevitable and as long as it is kept to a minimum following the steps listed below will not hinder the performance of the saw This misalignment is controlled and kept to a minimum ly by adjusting the tilt angl2. HEAD FLANGE BOLT M5x6 1 90320 42 998627 WORKLIGHT CABLE CLIP 3 16 2 90320 44 58089400 SCREW M8x16 2 90320 45 WF083030 FLAT WASHER M8x30 2 90320 46 135016 UPPER WHEEL SLIDE BRACKET 1 90320 47 58060500 SCREW M6x25 1 90320 48 BRO00044 RIVET 3 2x10 8 90320 49 58060200 SCREW M6x10 1 90320 50 135004 WINDOW 2 90320 53 135243 PLASTIC PLATE 1 90320 55 135083 UPPER DOOR 1 90320 56 5 060500 M6x25 3 90320 59 58060500 SCREW M6x25 1 90320 60 135041 2 33 PARTS LIST 90 320 PART NO DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION 90320 61 1061000 NYLON NUT M 7 90320 63 135011 HEIGHT POINTER 1 90320 64 NH081300 JAM NUT M8 1 90320 65 SH081800 HEX HEAD 8 90 1 90320 66 135022 ADJUSTMENT KNOB M10x20 1 90320 67 135020 ADJUSTMENT KNOB 10 53 1 90320 68 135028 LOCKING HANDLE M10 1 90320 69 135030 1 90320 70 135038 LOCKING MOUNT BLOCK 1 90320 71 620021 HANDLE 1 90320 72 135111 TENSION LEVER 1 i 90320 73 NH121900 NUT M12 1 90320 74 135110 TENSION LEVER SHAFT 1 90320 75 SJ080400 SOCKET HEAD SCREW 8 20 4 90320 76 5080000 LOCK WASHER M8 4 90320 77 58060400 SCREW M6x20 2 90320 78 135013 COVER 1 90320 79 55080400 SET SCREW M8x20 4 90320 80 NH081300 NUT M8 4 90320 81 135005 LOWER WHEEL SHAFT 1 90320 82 135019 1 5 7 1 90320 83 58100500 10 25 1 90320 84 5100000 LOCK WASH
3. 16 CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE To avoid risk of shock or fire do not operate the unit with a damaged power cord or plug Replace damaged cord or plug immediately 1 the power cord and plug it into an appro priate outlet refer back to section Electrical Re quirements and make sure all requirements and grounding instructions are followed To avoid unexpected or unintentional start up make sure that both of the power switches are in the the OFF position before connect ing to a power source TILTING THE TABLE cD Q e The table can be tilted to any angle from 0 to 45 to the right and 0 to 5 to the left to allow for any type of bevel or angle cutting Refer to the table tilt angle indicator under the bandsaw table Q to set the angle of the table to the desired position Never adjust the table angle while the bandsaw is running Turn off power first 1 Loosen the locking lever 2 Turn knob to tilt the table until it is at the desired angle Refer to the angle indicator Tighten the locking lever to lock the table in position ADJUSTING THE BLADE GUARD FOR DEPTH OF CUT The blade guard can be moved up or down to accommo date the height of the work to be cut To prevent the blade which is flexible and which would not otherwise be supported from slipping out of position during cutting and to reduce risks of injuries a minimum amount of blade should be expo
4. on the tracking adjustment knob then turn the knob Clockwise if the blade moves toward the front of the wheel This tilts the top of the wheel to the back and moves the blade toward the center Counterclockwise if the blade moves toward the back edge This tilts the top of the wheel to the front and moves the blade toward the center Nofe Turn the tracking knob in 1 2 turn increments re check and adjust again as needed CW if blade moves to FRONT 3 With the tracking set tighten the locking lever to secure the tracking adjustment knob in place Note The upper and lower wheels are factory set to allow for easy and optimal blade tracking adjustments using the primary blade tracking adjustment knob which adjusts the angle of tilt of the upper wheel In extremely rare cases if acceptable blade tracking cannot be attained through the primary adjustment it may eventually become necessary to make minor adjustments 10 the angle of tilt of the lower wheel The four bolts be adjusted in or out to tilt the lower wheel up down or left right as needed ADJUSTING THE UPPER LOWER BLADE GUIDES AND THRUST BEARINGS The blade guides keep the blade from moving from side to side during cutting and must be snug but not touching the blade in order to ensure accurate cuts The soace between each guide and the blade must not exceed 0 02 the thickness of a sheet of paper If less space is left the blade will ge
5. 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 recom mended for 220V 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 If you find it necessary to use an extension cord with your machine make sure the cord rating is suitable for the amperage listed on the motor plate An under sized 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 plate amp rating If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the number the heavier the gauge TABLE MINIMUM GAUGE FOR CORD AMPERE TOTAL LENGTH OF CORD IN FEET NR Not Recommended 1 90 320 IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS FRONT VIEW HOISTING EYEBOLT LASER LINE MARKER BLADE TENSION WINDOW DIGITAL SPEED DISPLAY VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL KNOB Q ON OFF SWITCH WITH SAFETY KEY RIP FENCE SYSTEM MITER GAUGE BLADE GUARD WORKLIGHT BLADE GUARD HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HAND BLADE TRACKING WINDOW 17 WOOD METAL BANDSAW BLADE TENSION QUICK
6. PART REF DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY 90320 01 135242 WORKLIGHT 1 gt 90320 02 135246 WORKLIGHT MOUNTING BRACKET 1 2a 90320 03 WE100000 STAR WASHER 1 90320 04 995101 EYE BOLT M10 1 90320 05 135222 MACHINE BODY 1 2 90320 07 612112 BUSHING 1 90320 08 61310 FLAT WASHER M6x 13 2 90320 09 AB135248A SWITCH ASS Y 1 90320 10 NH0 1000 NUT M 1 90320 11 135040 POINTER 1 90320 12 135073 SCREW M4x5 1 90320 13 135012 SHAFT 1 90320 14 PS053500 SPRING PIN 5x35 90320 15 135017 UPPER WHEEL SHAFT HINGE 1 90320 16 135066 UPPER WHEEL SHAFT 1 90320 17 135039 BUSHING 2 90320 18 BB620403 BEARING 6204LLU 4 90320 19 135096 UPPER WHEEL 217 1 90320 20 RR470000 RETAINING RING R47 4 90320 21 WF083030 FLAT WASHER M8x 30 2 90320 22 58089400 SCREW 8 16 2 90320 23 135075 WOOD CUTTING BLADE 1 2 135 5 3440 1 90320 24 5080000 LOCK WASHER 8 4 90320 25 58060500 SCREW M6x25 4 90320 26 135105 TIRE 2 90320 27 135097 LOWER WHEEL 17 1 90320 28 135234 IDLER PULLEY 1 90320 29 NH633801 NUT 1 14 UNF 1 90320 30 WS630000 LOCK WASHER 1 1 90320 31 135228 BELT TENSION PIVOT ASS Y 1 90320 32 135032 TENSION SPRING 1 90320 33 PS03 1600 PIN 3x16 1 90320 34 135042 ALIGNMENT BLOCK 1 90320 35 994301 BEARING 51201 1 90320 36 135225 MOTOR CONNECTION ASS Y 1 90320 37 135002 HAND WHEEL 1 90320 38 135003 TENSION ADJUSTMENT BOLT 1 90320 39 51039200 SELF TAPPING SCREW 3 5 8 7 90320 40 130233 NUT 1 90320 41 5 059100
7. Because of our commitment 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 cover any product used for profes sionnal 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 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 b
8. GENERAL INTERNATIONAL may result in equipment malfunction or risk of injury Never stand on machinery Serious injury could result if the tool is tipped over or if the cutting tool is uninten tionally contacted Make sure the fool is properly grounded If equipped with a 3 prong plug it should be used with a three pole receptacle Never remove the third prong Do not use this bandsaw for other than its intended use If used for other purposes GENERAL INTERNA TIONAL disclaims any real implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury which may result from that use 33 Regularly inspect the machine for signs of damage or wear Before further use of the tool a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function check for align ment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other condi tions that may affect its operation Direction of feed Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of the blade or cut ter only The installer shall follow local regulations and National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 installation requirements This tool should be connected to a grounded metal permanent wiring system or a system having equipment grounding conductor ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS N BEFORE CONNECTING THE MACHINE TO THE POWER S
9. M6x16 M 6x10 15 620277 6 35 SPECIFICATION M6x16 15 620277 QTY IN ID GID QTY 5 SWITCH ASSEMBLY BELT TENSION PIVOT ASS Y PARTS LIST 90 320 PART REF NO DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY gt 90320 09 01 1 135030 WIRE 1 r 90320 09 02 9945420 SWITCH ON OFF 1 90320 09 03 5 040500 4 25 2 90320 09 04 135247 SPEED CONTROL KNOB 1 90320 09 05 1 001220 LABEL 1 k 90320 09 06 135232 SWITCH PLATE 1 90320 09 07 WF081818 FLAT WASHER 18 1 A 90320 09 08 135248 ADJUSTABLE RESISTOR 1 PART REF NO DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY gt 90320 31 01 135238 SHAFT 1 90320 31 02 BB620403 BEARING 6204LLU 2 90320 31 03 135249 BUSHING 1 90320 31 04 135228 BEARING MOUNT 1 e 90320 31 05 5 080400 CAP SCREW M8x20 1 90320 31 06 WS080000 LOCK WASHER M8 1 90320 31 07 WF083030 FLAT WASHER 8 30 1 90320 31 08 135227 1 ep 90320 31 09 135226 ADJUSTMENT BRACKET 1 90320 31 10 135230 ADJUSTMENT SHAFT 1 90320 31 11 135257 COLLAR 1 90320 31 12 55050100 SET SCREW M5x5 2 TABLE ASSEMBLY TABLE ASSEMBLY PART NO 90320 06 90320 96 90320 98 90320 99 90320 100 90320 101 90320 102 90320 103 90320 104 90320 105 90320 106 90320 107 90320 108 90320 109 90320 110 90320 111 90320 112 90320 113 90320 114 90320 115 90320 116 90320 117 90320 118 903
10. RELEASE LEVER BLADE GUARD LOCK KNOB BLADE TRACKING ADJUSTMENT LEVER BLADE TRACKING ADJUSTMENT KNOB BLADE TENSION ADJUSTMENT HAND WHEEL TABLE TILT ADJUSTMENT LOCK LEVER TABLE TILT ADJUSTMENT KNOB DUST CHUTE LOWER WHEEL TILT ADJUSTMENT SCREWS BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT HAND WHEEL TENSION ADJUSTMENT MECHANISM MOTOR BASIC FUNCTIONS This model 90 320 electronic variable speed 17 bandsaw is designed to allow the user to adjust the speed of the blade to suit different wood or metal cutting needs This unit includes all of the basic functions and features found on similar size bandsaws Featuring a front mounted digital blade speed display in feet per minute the unit is equipped with two speed ranges By simply changing the positioning of the drive belt from one set of pulleys to the other the user can select a speed range Metal 100 650 or Wood 540 3600 FPM depending on the cutting application The speed con trol adjustment knob allows the user to dial in the required speed within each speed range The 90 320 is designed to accommodate both wood and metal cutting blades from 1 8 1 in width and is sup plied with one 1 2 general purpose wood cutting blade factory installed and one 1 2 general purpose metal cutting blade Ideal blade length for the model 90 320 is 131 1 2 3340mm Note Generally speaking because the upper wheel height is somewhat adjustable to al
11. ation it would be a good idea to make yourself a checklist as follows to ensure that each adjustment to the bandsaw is made in the proper order starting with the general safety precaution Turn off the bandsaw and unplug the power cord Adjust blade tension Adjust blade tracking Adjust upper blade guides and support bearing Adjust lower blade guides and support bearing aa RK wh gt Select the right speed range depending on the cutting application These additional safety measures should be be included in your checklist 7 Make sure all the blade guards are in place 8 Make sure the bandsaw table and work area in general are clean and free of sawdust and debris These steps should always be followed when any adjustment is performed the blade is changed or periodically as vibra tion and normal wear and tear on the machine could throw these parts out of alignment OPERATIONS STEP BY STEP To reduce the risk of damage to the bandsaw or the workpiece as well as a potential for personal injury after ini tial set up as well as before each use make sure that everything is securely installed and that all fasteners and moving parts on this bandsaw are locked in place before starting the machine 1 Trace the cutting line on your workpiece with a pencil for cutting curves or adjust the laser beam to mark the cutting line for cutting straight lines If needed refer back to section laser line marker on page 13 2 S
12. knife or any kind of solvent to remove pitch build up Verify that the brushes keep the lower wheel blade sur face clean at all times With use and normal wear over time the brushes hairs will soften and will not clean the surface of the wheel blade as well You then must lower the brushes slightly as follows 1 Loosen the hex bolt or hex nuf 2 Slightly slide the brush along the mounting hole as shown in Q so that a fresh stiffer part of the hairs touches the wheel tire or blade 3 Tighten the hex bolt or hex nut to lock the brush position 2 Replace the bearing with a new one then put the lower thrust bearing assembly back in place 30 RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Here are some of the optional accessories available from your local General International dealer For more information about our products please visit our website at www general ca NOTES Dust Collectors and accessories We offer a wide selection of dust collectors and accessories to suit virtually all your shop needs Dust collectors contribute to a cleaner healthier workshop environment Roller Stand item 50 150 50 160 450 170 We offer a selection of roller stands to suit all your shop needs 31 MAIN ASSEMBLY 1 VE ENE pik N IE 5 115 90 320
13. replacement blades for either wood cutting or metal cutting applications can be found through your local tool dealer or bandsaw blade specialist Note The use of any size outside of the saw s specified length or width range is not recommended and can lead to serious injury and or damage to the machine Generally speaking because the upper wheel height is somewhat adjustable to allow for blade tensioning a blade length variation of plus or minus 1 2 from the ideal blade length can be accommodated Some general guidelines to consider when choosing bandsaw blades Wider blades with fewer teeth per inch are best suited to cutting straight lines re sawing and for sweeping curves but will not turn tight radius curves They will cut quickly and aggressively but do have a tendency to bind or get stuck in the if turned too sharply Narrower thinner blades with more teeth per inch will cut more slowly but can turn much tighter corners for cutting more intricate work Common causes of blade breakage Poor guide bearing alignment and adjustment Forcing or twisting a wide blade around a short radius Feeding the workpiece too quickly Dull teeth Too much blade tension Setting blade guard assembly too high above the workpiece Lumpy or improperly finished braze or weld on the blade Continuous running of blade when not cutting To install a blade Note You may want to use a thick shop towel to handle the lo
14. 20 119 90320 120 90320 121 90320 122 90320 123 90320 124 90320 126 90320 127 90320 128 90320 136 90320 137 90320 138 90320 139 90320 140 90320 141 90320 153 90320 154 90320 155 90320 156 90320 157 90320 158 90320 159 90320 160 90320 161 90320 162 90320 163 90320 164 90320 165 90320 166 90320 167 90320 168 90320 169 90320 170 90320 171 90320 172 90320 173 90320 174 90320 192 90320 193 90320 216 90320 217 90320 218 90320 219 REF NO 55050100 58100600 58100700 101700 135061 135063 135021 WE100000 WF102325 58069400 58061000 135045 061000 135009 600002 5 081700 WF081820 WF08 1820 SP049100 135052 NL08 1300 SP049100 135044 WF040808 135078 135025 5080000 5 089400 5 081600 135120 135010R 130045 58050200 WF051210 135034 135073 135054 135037 8 1818 5 040200 040700 135029 135047 135006 58060400 135015 135043 J080400 WS080000 135050 135033 135062 135049 016320 135046 58089400 5 049200 58069400 198101 136473 AB135092 AB135095A 135122 135123 J100600 WF102025 PARTS LIST 90 320 DESCRIPTION SET BOLT CAP SCREW CAP SCREW NUT M10 SMALL GEAR ADJUSTMENT KNOB TRUNNION SUPPORT BRACKET WASHER FLAT WASHER CAP SCREW CAP SCREW ADJUSTMENT BLOCK NUT ADJUSTMENT BOLT BEARING CARRIAGE BOLT FLAT WASHER FLAT WASHER PAN HEAD BOLT GEAR PLATE NYLON NUT PAN HEAD BOLT LOCK LEVER FLAT WASHER POINTER TRUNNION LOCK
15. 20 164 05 135029 1 rr 90320 164 06 135047 UPPER GUIDE TUBE 1 s 90320 164 07 135015 LOCATE BUSHING 90320 164 08 136453 BUSHING 90320 164 09 5080000 LOCK WASHER M8 4 Pr 90320 164 10 135050 GUIDE BRACKET 1 90320 164 11 135033 WORM SCREW 83 90320 164 12 135062 LOCK PLATE 1 90320 164 13 135049 WORM GEAR 1 90320 164 14 016320 1 90320 164 15 135046 1 90320 164 16 58089400 SCREW 16mm 4 90320 164 17 5 049200 8mm 3 20320 164 18 136473 NUT M16 90320 164 19 990306 SET SCREW M7 10mm 4 MOTOR CONNECTION ASSEMBLY PART NO 90320 36 01 90320 36 02 90320 36 03 90320 36 04 90320 36 05 90320 36 06 90320 36 07 90320 36 08 90320 36 09 90320 36 10 90320 36 11 90320 36 12 90320 36 13 90320 36 14 90320 36 15 90320 36 16 90320 36 17 90320 36 18 90320 36 19 90320 36 20 90320 36 21 90320 36 22 90320 36 23 90320 36 24 90320 36 25 90320 36 26 90320 36 27 90320 36 28 REF 1 135011 3 998652 135081 051000 135225 135239 5 049400 WE050000 52050200 5 040200 IC 135032 136019 1C 1395029 135269 040700 994803 1 135027 1135028 1 135013 3 IC135037 135239B 135275 990638 IC135045 1 135046 135051 994883 709411 5 115 90 320 DESCRIPTION MOTOR CORD STRAIN RELIEF PLATE NUT ELECTRONIC INVERTER MOUNTING PLATE PAN HEAD BOLT SPROCKET WASHER PAN HEAD FLANGE BOLT PAN HEAD BOLT WIRE
16. 90320 182 90320 183 90320 184 90320 188 90320 189 90320 190 90320 191 90320 192 90320 193 90320 194 90320 195 90320 196 90320 199 90320 202 90320 203 90320 204 90320 205 90320 206 90320 207 90320 208 90320 209 90320 210 90320 211 90320 212 90320 214 90320 215 90320 220 90320 221 90320 222 90320 223 90320 224 90320 225 90320 226 90320 227 90320 228 90320 229 REF 135034 135073 135054 135037 ST059100 WF081818 135006 58060400 J080400 5080000 135050 198101 58060400 135067 998625 5050200 135258 5 040200 170736 200426 1 280000 135233 5100000 58100500 58069400 135240 135092 135095 52060200 135235 017067 58100800 58069400 5060000 WF061310 135229 135223 AB198119 J069400 J069300 198129 J069400 061000 081300 198013 135256 135255 135268 135270 998646 612008 WF102015 WF040805 PARTS LIST 90 320 DESCRIPTION PROTECT COVER SCREW FIBER WASHER SLIDING PLATE SELF TAPPING SCREW FLAT WASHER HAND WHEEL CAP SCREW HEX SOCKET BUTTON HEAD SCREW LOCK WASHER GUIDE BRACKET MITER GAUGE ASS Y CAP SCREW BUSHING CORD CLAMP SCREW BEARING MOUNTING PLATE PAN HEAD SCREW BLADE HOOK LOCK LEVER V BELT PULLEY LOCK WASHER HEX HEAD BOLT SET SCREW HAND WHEEL UPPER BLADE GUIDE ASS Y LOWER BLADE GUIDE ASS Y SOCKET HEAD BOLT MOUNTING PLATE BUSHING CAP SCREW CAP SCREW LOCK WASHER FLAT WASHER MOUNTING BLOCK METAL CUTTIN
17. CORD CONNECTOR LOCK OUT SWITCH CONNECTION WIRE MOTOR CONTROLLER NUT LOCK OUT SWITCH POWER CORD MOTOR FAN CONNECTION WIRE MOTOR CORD CONNECTION WIRE MOUNTING PLATE FUSE HOLDER WIRING NUT CONNECTION WIRE CONNECTION WIRE KEY SWITCH CONNECTION WIRE LOCK OUT SWITCH STRAIN RELIEF SPECIFICATION M16 M5 220V 2HP M5x16 M5 M5x10 M4x10 224 201 14AGW M4 300mm 5 201 0 2 100mm 400mm 14AGWx3C 20A 11 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 41 1 1 1 1 1 1 101 1 1 18111551 NOLLJINNOJ 801014 UPPER GUIDE BEARING ASS Y PART NO 90320 192 01 90320 192 02 90320 192 03 90320 192 04 90320 192 05 90320 192 06 90320 192 07 90320 192 08 90320 192 09 90320 192 10 90320 192 11 PART 90320 193 01 90320 193 02 90320 193 03 90320 193 04 90320 193 05 90320 193 06 90320 193 07 58060700 SCREW 6 35 _ REF 58069400 135057 55060200 135053 135091 135090 25150000 620202 136445 58060703 135060 REF 135125 58069300 135124 RS 150000 BB620202A 136445 PARTS LIST 90 320 DESCRIPTION CAP SCREW UPPER GUIDE MOUNTING BLOCK SET SCREW ADJUSTMENT SHAFT UPPER BLADE GUIDE SUPPORT BLOCK ECCENTRIC SHAFT SNAP RING BEARING BUSHING CAP SCREW THRUST BEARING ADJUSTMENT SHAFT DESCRIPTION LOWER BLADE GUIDE SUPPORT BLOCK CAP SCREW ECCENTRIC SHAFT SNAP RING BEARING BUSHING SPECIFICATION
18. ER M10 2 90320 85 135231 MOTOR BRACKET 1 90320 86 J080400 SOCKET HEAD SCREW M8x20 4 90320 88 52050200 HEAD FLANGE BOLT M5x10 2 90320 89 135065 LOCK LEVER NUT 2 90320 90 5050535 5x5x35 2 90320 91 SHO80402 HEX HEAD BOLT M8x20 L H 2 90320 92 135008 MOTOR PULLEY 1 90320 93 LA440000 V BELT 44 1 90320 94 58060200 SOCKET HEAD BOLT 10 1 90320 95 135072 LOWER DOOR 1 90320 97 083030 8 30 2 90320 98 58100700 SCREW M10x35 2 90320 99 NH101700 NUT M10 1 90320 102 135021 TRUNNION SUPPORT BRACKET 1 90320 103 WS100000 LOCK WASHER M10 2 90320 104 102325 FLAT WASHER 10 23 2 90320 112 _ WFO81820 FLAT WASHER M8x18 4 90320 122 5080000 LOCK WASHER M8 4 90320 123 5 089400 HEX HEAD BOLT M8x16 4 90320 124 SC081600 CARRIAGE BOLT M8x80 1 90320 126 135120 TABLE 17 x24 1 90320 127 135010R TABLE INSERT 1 90320 128 130045 TABLE PIN 1 90320 130 51049200 SELF TAPPING SCREW 6 90320 131 5 049200 PAN HEAD FLANGE BOLT MANG 2 90320 132 135260 DIGITAL DISPLAY 1 90320 133 135029 SENSOR MOUNT 1 90320 134 5 049400 PAN HEAD BOLT M4x16 2 90320 135 998627 CORD CLAMP 3 16 2 90320 136 58050200 SCREW M5x10 2 90320 137 051210 FLAT WASHER M5x12 2 MAIN ASSEMBLY PART NO 90320 138 90320 139 90320 140 90320 141 90320 145 90320 153 90320 158 90320 159 90320 162 90320 163 90320 164 90320 173 90320 175 90320 176 90320 177 90320 178 90320 179 90320 180 90320 181
19. G BLADE LASER POINTER CAP SCREW BUTTON HEAD SCREW LASER POINTER BASE SOCKET HEAD BOLT NUT NUT HANDLE DOOR PAD DOOR PAD SNAP BUSHINGS SNAP BUSHINGS NYLON MOVABLE BUSHING PAD WASHER WASHER ALLEN KEY ALLEN KEY SPECIFICATION 8 18 6 20 8 20 M8 6 20 5 10 4 10 10 33 28 10 10 25 16 6 10 10 35 16 _13 1 2 131 5 3340 M6x16 M6x12 M6x16 6 M8 t2x10 x 760mm 12 10 x 475mm 2430 08 13 AMB2 4N 250mm 280mm M10x20 M4x8 8 MM 5 MM QTY Jp J In a 5 aH lal PARTS LIST 90 320 PART NO REF NO DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION 90320 230 ALLEN KEY 3 MM 1 90320 231 OPEN END WRENCH 10 13 MM 1 T 90320 232 135281 LIMPID PIECE 1 90320 233 050000 STAR WASHER 5 2 90320 234 AB135222 POWER BOX 1 90320 235 5 059300 5 12 4 90320 236 990638 WIRING NUT P2 3 90320 237 WE080000 STAR WASHER 8 1 90320 238 1 135027 4 POWER CORD 6 15 1 BLADE GUIDE ASS Y PART NO REF NO DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY 90320 164 01 55050100 SET SCREW M5X5mm 2 90320 164 02 58069400 CAP SCREW M 6X16mm 2 90320 164 03 5 040200 HEAD SCREW M4X10mm 90320 164 04 040700 NUT M4 5 903
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21. NCE Note When performing blade installation removal tensioning or tracking maximum clearance between the blade and both upper UPPER ASSEMBLY RIGHT SIDE WIEW and lower bearing assemblies is required to minimize friction which would be damaging fo the blade Proceed as follows Move the upper assembly back Loosen the Allen bolt with the supplied 5 mm Allen key Then pull on the assembly shaft going back as far as possible for maximum blade clearance Tighten the Allen bolt to lock the assembly in place BEF Move the lower thrust bearing away from blade Loosen the Allen bolt with the supplied 5 mm Allen key Turn the knob until the thrust bearing Q is as far as pos sible for maximum blade clearance Tighten the Allen bolt to lock the thrust bearing in place Move the lower blade guides away from the blade Loosen the two Allen bolts with the supplied 5 mm Allen key Turn the adjustment knobs outward as needed so as to obtain maximum blade clearance Tighten the two Allen bolts to lock the blade guides in posi tion 18 remove a blade Before replacing or adjusting the blade make sure that both of the power switches are in the OFF position and that the power cord is unplugged Blade teeth are sharp Use care when handling a saw blade Note For blade tension quick release pull the tension lever up as shown in For quick blade tensi
22. OURCE 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 ELECTRI CIAN 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 to the ope rator The motor of this machine is wired for 220V single phase operation and is equipped with a 3 conductor cord 9 and 3 prong grounded plug to fit a match ing grounding type receptacle DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED If it will not fit your recepta cle have the proper receptacle installed by a qualified electrician CHECK with a qualified electrician or service person if you do not completely understand these grounding instructions or if you are not sure the tool is properly grounded 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
23. PM 30 200 MPM BASE DIMENSIONS L X W 29 1 2 X 17 3 4 749 X 451 MM MOTOR 2 HP 220 V 3 PH 7 A INPUT POWER 220 V 1 PH WEIGHT 440 LBS 200 KG VERSION 4 Revision 2 August 16 201 Copyright Generol International 08 2012 GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 8360 Champ d Eau Montreal Quebec Canada HIP 1 3 Telephone 514 326 1161 Fax 514 326 5555 www general ca THANK YOU for choosing this General International model 90 320 17 Wood Metal 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 safe ty 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 compo nents 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 kee
24. SETUP amp OPERATION MANUAL FEATURES 1 WOOD METAL BANDSAW wood and metal cutting applications Select between metal amp wood cutting speed ranges with a simple belt position change Dynamically balanced cast iron wheels Solid high quality precision machined ribbed cast iron table with 5 left and 45 right tilting action New and improved Now includes upgrad ed 90 075B deluxe Excalibur rip fence sys tem Quick release blade tension lever Dual opposing blade guide bearing sys tem 2 built in 4 diameter dust chutes for better dust collection Quick easy adjust variable speed control and digital display for blade speed in FEET MIN Large paddle style stop switch with lock out safety pin and lock out switch with key for main power Miter gauge laser line marker and work light included SPECIFICATIONS WHEEL SIZE 17 430 MM WHEEL SPEED woop 122 810 RPM METAL 23 146 RPM BLADE WIDTH V8 TO 1 3 25 4 BLADE LENGTH 131 1 2 3340 MM TABLE SIZE 23 1 2 X 17 600 X 430 MM TABLE TILT 0 TO 45 RIGHT 0 TO 5 LEFT TABLE HEIGHT 39 3 4 1010 MM MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CUT 11 1 2 295 MAXIMUM WIDTH OF CUT 16 1 4 410 MM MAXIMUM CUTTING RIP FENCE 14 5 8 370 MM DUST PORT 2 4 102 BLADE SPEED 25 540 3600 165 1100 1 METAL 100 650 F
25. WASHER HEX HEAD BOLT CARRIAGE BOLT TABLE 17 x24 TABLE INSERT TABLE ALIGNMENT PIN CAP SCREW FLAT WASHER BLADE GUARD SCREW FIBER WASHER SLIDE PLATE FLAT WASHER PAN HEAD BOLT NUT RACK UPPER GUIDE TUBE HAND WHEEL CAP SCREW BUSHING BUSHING SOCKET HEAD BOLT LOCK WASHER GUIDE BRACKET WORM SCREW LOCK PLATE WORM GEAR LOCK BOLT COVER PLATE CAP SCREW BOLT CAP SCREW MITER GAUGE ASS Y NUT UPPER GUIDE BEARING ASS Y LOWER GUIDE BEARING ASS Y LEFT COVER RIGHT COVER SOCKET HEAD BOLT WASHER SPECIFICATION 5 5 10 30 10 35 10 10 23 M6x16 M6x50 6 600077 8 85 18 18 M4x6 M8 M4x6 M4x_8 M8 8 16 8 80 5 10 5 12 18 4 10 M6x20 M8x20 M8 M8x16 M4x8 6 16 10 30 10 20 9 2 pa 68 SS 0 AY 909 01 0 2 J ST Ip S po AT po po 15 ST m 42 MITER GAUGE ASSEMBLY MITER GAUGE ASSEMBLY PART NO 90320 173 01 90320 173 02 90320 173 03 90320 173 04 90320 173 05 90320 173 06 90320 173 07 90320 173 08 90320 173 09 REF NO 198101 198102 SN069200 198103 52059200 198107 198106 198104 198105 PARTS LIST 90 320 DESCRIPTION SPECIFICATION QTY GUIDE BAR GUIDE WASHER COUNTER SUNK BOLT 6 6mm POINTER SCREW M5 8mm PIN 6 5 10 MITER
26. ags according to manufacturer s safe ty 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 saw s paint ed surfaces as many solvent based products will remo ve paint To prevent rust apply a light coating of paste wax or use regular applications of any aftermarket surface protec tant or rust inhibitor Tip With a screw driver push solvent saturated rag into the T slot to remove the grease ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS For your convenience this bandsaw is shipped from the factory partially assembled and requires only minimal assembly and set up before being put into service Serious personal injury could occur you connect the machine to the power source before you have completed the installation and assembly steps DO NOT connect the machine to the power source until instructed to do so INSTALL THE TABLE 1 limit the risk of damage to the saw blade or frame remove the blade Follow the instructions in section Blade Clearance on page 17 then remove the blade as instructed in section Removing Installing the blade on page 18 This bandsaw table is heavy Do not over exert The help of an assistant will be needed for the following step TABLE UNDERSIDE VIEW 2 tu 2 Gently lower the table onto the table tilt trunnion 3 Using the supplied 10 13 open end wrench secure w
27. al as well as its quality and sharpness For best results always follow any speed recommendations supplied with the blades being used 23 CHANGING BLADE SPEED RANGE SWITCHING FROM WOOD METAL CUTTING To avoid injury make sure that the switch is in the OFF position and that the power cord is unplugged before performing any adjustments on the bandsaw By simply changing the positioning of the drive belt from one set of pulleys to the other the user can select a speed range Metal 100 650 FPM or Wood 540 3600 FPM depending on the cutting application The 90 320 is factory set for Wood cutting applications The drive belt is positioned to allow a 540 3600 FPM speed range and the blade installed is a wood cutting blade To switch from wood to metal cutting 1 Remove the wood cutting blade and install a metal cutting blade adjust the blade tension and tracking then adjust the upper and lower blade guides and thrust bearings Note When transfering belt A44 take care in doing so not to touch the sensor as this would affect the blade speed display accuracy 2 Loosen the lock lever 6 that locks the motor pivot 3 Transfer belt A44 factory installed from the drive then using the handle lift the motor by hand pulley to the inside groove on the idler pulley and tighten lever to lock the motor in position then set the motor back to it s initial position to This will loosen the drive b
28. e clamps or a vise to hold work when practical It s safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool 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 Avoid working from awkward or off balance positions Do not overreach and keep both feet on floor 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 Maintain proper adjustment of blade tension blade guides and thrust bearings Always disconnect the tool from the power source before servicing or changing accessories such as blades or before performing any maintenance or cleaning or if the machine will be left unattended RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION CONT D help ensure safe operation please take a moment to learn the 5 applications and limitations as well as poten tial hazards General International disclaims real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury that may result from improper use of its equipment 27 28 Make sure that the switch is in the OFF position before plugging in the power cord Never leave the machine unattended while it is run ning or with the power on Don t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended by
29. e of the upper wheel When adjusting blade tracking to center the blade on the wheels and assuming that perfect centering is not attainable it is preferable to have the blade slightly off center towards the front of the wheels rather than towards the rear because the teeth on most band saw blades have alternating hook one inner one outer therefore if the blade is centered too far back on the wheel or if the blade tension is too tight inner hooked teeth will dig into the wheel tire and cause prema ture wear of the tire Nonetheless to avoid having the blade come off of the wheels on it s own during operation the front edge of the blades teeth should never be any closer than 3 mm 1 8 from the front edge of the wheel BLADE CLEARANCE Note As previously stated when performing blade installation removal tensionning or tracking maximum clearance between the blade and both upper and lower bearing assemblies is required to minimize friction which would be damaging to the blade Refer back to page 17 and follow the instructions for BLADE CLEARANCE before performing blade tracking adjustments Open the upper wheel cover door then rotate the wheel slowly forward by hand and check through the window of the upper wheel the position of the blade on the wheel The blade should remain as centered as possible on the wheel as it turns 2 Ifthe blade tracking must be adjusted loosen the locking lever
30. elt tighten the belt around the pulleys 4 Install the supplied shorter belt 27 on the out 5 Loosen the cap screw 8 using the supplied 8 mm side groove of the drive pulley and outside groove Allen key to unlock the belt tensioning mecanism of the idler pulley 6 Use the tension adjustment hand wheel to ten Note When transfering belt A44 or installing belt A27 take sion the belt care in doing so not fo touch the sensor step 3 as this would affect blade speed display accuracy 7 Squeeze the belt with your hand O The belt should move no more than 1 8 If needed re adjust the belt tension 8 Re tighten the cap screw to lock the belt ten sioning mecanism 24 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING TO A DUST COLLECTOR This model 90 320 is equiped with two built in 4 diam eter dust chutes to accommodate connection to a dust collector not included Bee sure use appropriate sized hose and fittings not included and 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 CHECKLIST BEFORE STARTING NOTE Now that you have completed the five adjustment steps which are an essential part of safe accurate bandsaw oper
31. et the height of the blade guard according to the thickness of your workpiece see section Adjusting the bla de guard for depth of cut on page 16 dust collector is connected to your bandsaw turn it on 4 Push on the green ON button 10 start the bandsaw 5 Align the cutting line on your workpiece with the blade and feed the workpiece into the blade Tip The use of a roller stand provides an extra support for more convenience when working with longer workpieces TO STOP THE MACHINE 1 Push the red STOP panel 2 Turn your dust collector off 25 USING THE RIP FENCE 1 Setthe fence down on the rail either to the left or right of the blade Note For short workpieces that fit between the frame of the saw and the blade position the fence at the left side of the blade For cutting longer or wider workpieces position the fence on the right side of the saw blade 2 Adjust the positioning of the fence on the rail so that the distance from the inside face of the rip fence to the bla de matches the required width of cut 3 Tighten the locking handle to lock the fence in place Make sure to lock the fence in place before start ing to cut against the rip fence USING THE MITER GAUGE Using the miter gauge supplied with your bandsaw allows for easier and safer sawing by providing workpiece support when cutting straight 90 or angled ends 0 to 30 The mite
32. eyebolt and lift the saw from the crate and carefully set it down in the desired location Carefully unpack and remove the unit and its nents from its shipping container 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 Ory BOX 1 EXCALIBUR RIP FENCE Note Deluxe Excalibur Universal rip fence system is packed separately Refer to the manual supplied in the box with Excalibur rip fence for complete list of contents SAW TABLE amp OTHER COMPONENTS The other components are stored inside the lower cabi net to prevent damage in shipping 17 WOOD METAL CUTTING BANDSAW WITH 1 2 X 6 TPI WOOD CUTTING BLADE INSTALLED ON BANDSAW TABLE V BELT A 27 1 2 10 METAL CUTTING BLADE MITER GAUGE BLADE GUARD HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HAND WHEEL LOCK OUT SWICH KEY SAFETY LOCKING PIN HEX HEAD BOLT FLAT WASHER LOCK WASHER TABLE STOP BOLT STOP BOLT JAM NUT 8 MM ALLEN KEY 5 MM ALLEN KEY 10 13 MM OPEN END WRENCH 9 BOX 2 LASER LINE MARKER INSIDE LOWER CABINET LASER LINE MARKER MOUNTING BRACKET BUTTON HEAD BOLT SHORT BUTTON HEAD BOLT LONG SOCKET SCREW FLANGED NUT 3 MM ALLEN KEY ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SET UP mm allen key Combination sq
33. he rack and pinion as well as the blade tension adjustment screw table trunnion and belt tension adjustment screw greased and free of dust or debris Clean and remove dust debris and old grease after every 10 15 hours of use After cleaning reapply grease as need ed Use any all purpose grease The motor and all bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated no further lubrication is required No other of this bandsaw needs lubrication REPLACING THE BANDSAW BLADE The blade should be replaced when worn out Refer to the following symptoms to determine whether or not it is time to replace the blade It is not cutting as fast It is not able to follow a cutting line as it used to 27 REPLACING THE UPPER AND LOWER BLADE GUIDES AND THRUST BEARINGS Blade guides and thrust bearings should be verified each time the blade is replaced Check if they turn well If not the blade will get stuck or jammed between them and will wear prematurely To replace the upper and or lower blade guides 1 Loosen and remove the two Allen bolts and or 0 using the 5 mm Allen key provided Removing the two bolts will free the blade guides Q To replace the upper thrust bearing 1 Set the tension lever up to loosen the blade then unscrew the two Allen bolts using the supplied 3 mm Allen key and remove the blade guard 3 Use C ring pliers to remove the C ring and slide the bearing
34. ith the table slots oriented as shown the table to the trunnions with the 4 hex head bolts lock washers and flat washers in the assembly order shown Q 4 Re install the blade as instructed on page 19 INSTALL AND ADJUST THE 90 TABLE STOP BOLT 1 Loosen the locking lever then turn the adjust 2 Thread the jam nut on the stop bolt then thread ment knob to tilt the table upwards as shown the bolt in the theaded hole located on the saw cabinet 7 or 8 turns 12 TABLE UNDERSIDE VIEW 4 Place a combination square flat on the table with the heel of the square flat against the saw blade 3 Level the table until it is exactly 90 to saw 4 If the pointer needs to be adjusted loosen the blade then tighten the jam nut against the saw screw the pointer of the front trunnion and cabinet O adjust the pointer to the 0 point on the scale Then Note With the table set to 90 and the stop bolt at re tighten the screw to secure the pointer in place the correct height make sure the table tilt angle indi pointer is set to read 0 You will now be able to accurately return the table to the 90 position automatically without further adjust ments and scale reading for any angle other than 0 will also be accurate INSTALL THE BLADE GUARD HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL 1 Install the handwheel on shaft located 2 Tighten with the sup
35. l cut a minimum diameter of approxi BLADE WIDTH mately 1 1 2 26 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Never operate the bandsaw with any damaged part Replace a damaged part at the first visible signs of damage 1 Inspect test the ON OFF switch before each use Do not operate the bandsaw with a damaged switch replace a damaged switch immediately 2 Periodically inspect the power cord plug and the blade for damage To avoid eye injury from blowing debris wear safety goggles when blowing out sawdust 3 Keep the machine clean and free of sawdust Frequently blow out or vacuum up the sawdust and wipe down the machine occasionally with a damp rag Note The wheels must always be kept clean Dirt on the wheels will cause blade slippage 4 Do not allow dirt pitch or gum to build up on the table blade guide thrust bearings Clean as needed with gum and pitch remover Note Do not immerse the bearings in the gum and pitch remover 5 prevent rust and from forming on the unpainted cast iron of the table and so that the wood slides easily while cutting apply a light coating of paste wax or use regular applications of any after market surface protectant or rust inhibitor such as General International Top Saver item GC 010 See Section Recommended optional accessories for your bandsaw REQUIRED MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION AN Disconnect machine from power source before performing any lubrication or maintenance Keep t
36. low for blade tensioning a blade length variation of plus or minus 1 2 from the ideal blade length can be accommodated Maximum inboard width of cut space between the blade and the body of the saw is 16 1 4 For cutting thicker stock or resawing the maximum depth of cut or max workpiece height is 11 1 2 An adjustable rip fence is supplied to serve as a straightedge to guide the workpiece for longer rip cuts The fence can easily be removed and set aside when not required for example when making curved cuts LIFTING AND HANDLING THE MACHINE This model 90 320 17 Wood Metal Bandsaw is very heavy Do not over exert A hoist or forklift with chains will be needed for the following step To limit the risk of serious injury or damage to the machine any equipment used to lift or move this machine hoist or forklift should have a rated capacity in excess 440165 200kg To limit the potential for damage in transport this band saw is shipped from the factory bolted to its crate in the vertical position With a forklift or hydraulic pallet jack move the entire crate as close to the final installation location as possible and then uncrate the saw and remove the screws that secure it to the crate A hoisting eyebolt is factory installed on the top of the saw frame to facilitate lifting and setting the saw down Make sure to use an appropriate capacity hoist or forklift with chains properly secured to the hoisting
37. lso use face protection or dust mask if cutting operation is dusty Everyday eye glasses only have impact resistant lenses they are NOT safety glasses Do not wear loose clothing gloves bracelets neck laces or other jewelry while the bandsaw is in opera tion Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair and wear non slip footwear Be sure that adjusting wrenches tools drinks and other clutter are removed from the machine and or the table surface before operating Keep hands well away from blades and all moving parts Use a brush not hands to clear away chips and dust Do not remove jammed cutoff pieces until blade has stopped 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 Adjust blade tension and tracking before starting to cut Saw teeth must point down toward the table Be sure that the blade has gained full operating speed before starting to cut Always use a clean properly sharpened blade Dirty or dull blades are unsafe and can lead to accidents Use suitable work piece support if the work piece does not have a flat surface Hold material firmly against the table Do not work on long stock without adequate support on the out feed end of the table If using a power feeder stop the feeder before stop ping the bandsaw Secure work Us
38. ments Grounding instructions Circuit capacity Extension cords Identification of main parts and components Basic Functions Lifting and handling the machine Unpacking List of contents Additional requirements for set up Placement within the shop Establishing a safety zone Assembly instructions Install the table Install and adjust the 90 table sstop bolt Install the blade guard height adjustment handwheel Installing the laser line marker Install the fence assembly Basic adjustments amp controls On Off switch amp safety pin Lock out power switch Connecting to a power source Tilting the table Adjusting the blade guard for depth of cut Worklight Recommended adjustments Removing Installing the blade Blade clearance Blade selection Adjusting blade tension Blade tracking adjustments Adjusting the upper lower blade guides and thrust bearings Blade speed control Changing blade speed range switching from wood to metal cutting Operating instructions Connecting to a dust collector Checklist before starting Operations step by step Using the rip fence Using the miter gauge Cutting curves Cutting circles Periodic Maintenance Required Maintenance Lubrication Replacing the bandsaw blade Replacing the upper and lower blade guides and thrust bearings Replacing the wheel tire Adjusting replacing the wheel blade brushes 29 Recommended optional accessories Parts list amp diagram
39. nob until the thrust bearing barely touches the blade is 1 64 behind the back of the blade 3 Tighten the Allen bolt to lock the thrust bearing in position BLADE SPEED CONTROL The blade speed ranges from 540 to 3600 Feet Per Minute FPM for Wood cutting and from 100 to 650 FPM for Metal cutting applications depending on the positionning of the drive belt on the pulleys Note Refer to the reference chart below for speed selection for metal cutting based on workpiece material The blade speed control knob is located on the control 4 ib box just above the on off switch the knob clockwise 9 to increase the blade BISE soa speed Turn the knob counterclockwise to decrease the blade speed The blade speed will be indicated on the digital speed display 0 For LI METAL CUTTING BLADE AND SPEED REFERENGE GHART STEEL TOUGH 100 125 14 TPI Blade Low feed rate MILDSTEL 150 250 5 10 TPI Blade Moderate feed rate CAST IRON MEDIUM 150 250 5 10 Blade Moderate feed rate 10 BRONZE 150 250 5 10 TPI Blade Moderate feed rate BRASS 300 400 5 10 Blade Moderate feed rate ALUMINUM 250 350 5 10 TPI Blade Moderate feed rate 02 700 800 5 10 TPI Blade Moderate feed rate The information in this chart is supplied as a general guideline only Your results may vary depending on blade materi
40. off the shaft O 4 Install a new bearing on the mounting shaft 5 Re install the C ring 6 the bearing and mounting shaft back in place and tighten the Allen bolt 7 blade guard 28 Use C ring pliers to remove the ring and replace the two blade guides with new ones then re install the C ring and tighten with the two Allen bolts Loosen the allen bolt using the supplied 5 mm Allen key then remove the thrust bearing and mounting shaft To replace the lower thrust bearing 1 Loosen the socket head bolt using a 6 mm Allen key and remove the lower thrust bearing assembly REPLACING THE WHEEL TIRE Wheel tires must be replaced if they get worn out or damaged lf it is worn out the blade will not track straight on the wheels Use a flat screwdriver to remove the tire from the groove on the wheel then install a new tire ADJUSTING REPLACING THE WHEEL BLADE BRUSHES The lower wheel is equipped with a cleaning brush 0 that prevents pitch and sawdust build up on the lower tire There is two other cleaning brushes one in the lower wheel cover and one in the upper wheel cover both mounted against the blade that prevents pitch and sawdust build up on the blade Any pitch and sawdust that builds up on the upper wheel tire should be removed with a stiff brush or scraped off with a piece of wood Note To avoid damaging the tire do not use a sharp
41. oning push the tension lever down as shown in O To avoid damaging the tensioning mechanism never force the tension lever beyond Tight and Loose positions as shown in 1 Put the tension lever in the loose position as 2 Remove the red insert from the center of the shown in to loosen the tension on the blade It table and the table alignment pin from the may be necessary to also turn the tension adjust table slot ment hand wheel counterclockwise for blade to be loose enough to remove easily Note You may want fo use a thick shop towel to handle the loose blade or wear a pair of heavy duty work gloves F 3 Open the top and botom wheel cover doors and 4 With the blade perpendicular to the wheels feed carefully pull blade from the left side slot the blade through the table slot to free it from blade guard and from the wheels the saw 5 Carefully hang the blade on a hook in a safe dry place in your workshop if it will be re used or dis pose of it safely if it is worn or damaged Do not attempt to up the blade as it was when you first purchased it as it has tendancy to open pectedly and could cause injury BLADE SELECTION There are a variety of different types of bandsaw blades on the market to suit various cutting applications Your results may vary based on usage experience and personal preference Standard size 131 1 2 3340 mm
42. ose blade or wear a pair of heavy 1 Turn off the bandsaw and unplug the power cord duty work gloves for the following steps Beware of the blade popping open 2 If you are installing a new blade carefully remove the bla de from its package Hold it firmly with one hand as you re move the twist ties Slowly separate the coils of the blade until it unravels into one hoop Note Step be unnecessary if you ve just removed a blade If needed refer back to the previous page 3 Remove the table alignment pin from the table slot and the red insert from the center of the table 4 With the blade perpendicular to the wheels guide it through the table slot then rotate the side of the blade nearest you back toward the left side of the wheels 5 Feed the blade into the left side slot blade guard and around the wheels Make sure the blade teeth point forward and down With the blade properly installed proceed to blade tension adjustments and blade tracking adjustments as per instructions on the next few pages 19 ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION Determining ideal blade tension is somewhat subjective It is learned through practice and experience and is some what dependant on personal preference and individual work habits A properly tensioned blade is critical to obtaining maximum performance from any bandsaw A properly tensioned blade will last longer and be much less likely to break prematurely If the blade
43. p 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 commit ted to making constant improvements General International reserves the right to make changes to componenis 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 corres ponds with that of the unit with which it was supplied However special orders and after factory modifica tions may render some or all information in this manual inapplicable to your machine Further as several gene rations of this model of 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 machine exactly If you have any doubts ques tions contact your retailer or our support line with the model and serial number of your unit for clarification GENERAL amp 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
44. plied 5 mm Allen key to secure the right side of the upper wheel cover by aligning the handwheel on the shaft the flat surface of the shaft with the Allen bolt already mounted on the handwheel 13 INSTALL THE LASER LINE MARKER The laser line marker will allow you to easily mark a straight cut line on your workpiece 1 Thread the shorter button head bolt from the in 2 Attach the mounting bracket to the front of the saw side of the upper cabinet using the socket screw through the door and the flange nut on the inside of the door 4 Unscrew and remove the cap and install two AAA batteries not included then fit the laser line marker into the the hole in the mounting bracket 5 Using the supplied 3 mm Allen key tighten the Align the laser beam on the blade as follows longer button head screw to secure the laser line marker into it s mounting bracket 1 Press on the ON OFF switch button located on top of the laser line marker to turn the laser ON 2 Loosen the socket screw and move the laser left or right along the elongated hole and or loosen the button head bolt and move the laser up or down until the beam is aligned with the blade 3 Press on the ON OFF switch button once again to to turn the laser OFF 14 INSTALL THE FENCE ASSEMBLY This model 90 320 M1 is equipped with an Excalibur T fence and guide rail system Follow all assembly and adjustment inst
45. r gauge rides in the table slot to the right of the blade and can set to any angle up to 30 to the left or right It also acts as a feeder for advancing smaller workpieces through the blade with reduced risk of injury to the hands To use a setting other than 90 loosen the locking handle by turning it counterclockwise Rotate the miter head to the required angle shown on the angle indicator Then turn the locking handle clockwise to tighten it CUTTING CURVES When cutting curves carefully turn the workpiece so the blade follows without twisting If the curve is so sharp that you repeatedly back up and cut new kerf use a narrower blade or a blade with more set teeth further apart When a blade has more set the workpiece turns easier but the cut is rougher When changing a cut do not withdraw the workpiece from the blade The blade may get drawn off the wheels To change cut turn the workpiece and your way out through the waste material area When cutting long curves make relief cuts as you go along CUTTING CIRCLES 1 Adjust the blade guard assembly to 1 8 above the MIN CIRCLE workpiece DIAMETER 2 Use both hands while feeding the work into the blade Hold the workpiece firmly against the table Use gentle pressure Do not force the work Allow the blade to cut 3 The smallest diameter circle that can be cut is deter mined by the width of the blade For example a 1 4 wide blade wil
46. ruc tions in the 90 075B manual supplied in the box with the Excalibur Universal Bandsaw Rip Fence System BASIC ADJUSTMENTS AND CONTROLS ON OFF SWITCH amp SAFETY PIN LOCK OUT POWER SWITCH ON STOP GENERAL INTERNATIGNAL The ON OFF switch assembly is equipped with a lock out safety pin When the pin is installed through the green on button the machine cannot be started To start the machine lift the red stop switch panel and remove the lock out pin Lower the stop panel and push the green ON button Wait for the saw blade to reach full soeed before cutting To stop the machine push on the RED STOP panel and wait for the blade to come to a complete stop When you have finished using the machine be sure to re install the lock out pin and unplug the machine from the power source This model 90 320 is also equiped with a lock out switch When this switch is locked OFF position the machine cannot be started by pressing on the green on but ton even if the lock out safety pin has been removed To start the machine set the power lock out switch to ON position using the supplied key then lift the red stop switch panel and remove the lock out pin Lower the stop panel and push the green ON button Set the lock out switch to the OFF position and store the keys in a safe place out of the reach of children whenever the bandsaw is not in use 15
47. s Wiring Diagram RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION help ensure safe operation please take a moment to learn the machine s applications and limitations as well as poten tial hazards General International disclaims real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury that may result from improper use of its equipment For your own safety read the instruction manual be fore operating this band saw This tool is for indoor use only Do not expose to rain or use in wet or damp locations Do not operate this bandsaw when tired distracted or under the effects of drugs alcohol or any medication that impairs reflexes or alertness The working area should be well lit clean and free of debris Keep children and visitors at a safe distance when the bandsaw is in operation do not permit them to ope rate the bandsaw Use right tool Don t force tool or attachment to do a job for which it was not designed Childproof and tamper proof your shop and all ma chinery with locks master electrical switches and switch keys to prevent unauthorized or unsupervised use Stay alert Give your work your undivided attention Even a momentary distraction can lead to serious injury 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 Always use safety glasses A
48. sed The blade guard should be set 1 8 1 4 above the work piece to prevent the blade from flexing out of position or off line during cutting Adjust the height of the blade guard to suit the thickness of the workpiece as follows 1 Make sure the bandsaw is turned off and the power cord is disconnected from the power source 2 Loosen the lock knob 3 Move the blade guide assembly up or down by turning the handwheel Then re tighten the lock knob Note The depth gauge O on the front of the blade guard can be used as a reference but it is not intended for high precision measurements TABLE UNDERSIDE VIEW WORKLIGHT The goose neck style worklight on this model 90 320 provides extra lighting for added convenience It can be repositionned for optimal lighting of the work surface Note Uses a standard 40 Watt maximum 120 volt appliance bulb Not Included To reduce the risk of fire use 40 Watt maximum 120 volt appliance bulb Do not use standard household bulbs Turn the ON OFF switch once to turn the worklight ON Turn it once again to turn the worklight OFF RECOMMENDED ADJUSTMENTS REMOVING INSTALLING THE BLADE The 90 320 is designed to accommodate both wood and metal cutting blades from 1 8 1 in width and is sup plied with one 1 2 general purpose wood cutting blade factory installed and one 1 2 general purpose metal cutting blade BLADE CLEARA
49. t stuck or jammed between both guides Too much friction will cause blade to overheat and break Also the guides must remain at least 1 32 behind the blade teeth to prevent damage to the blade The thrust bearings keeps the blade from moving back and out of position when the work is being fed into the blade and must be very close to the back of the blade to prevent damage to the blade during cutting Note Before adjusting the upper and lower blade guides and thrust bearings make sure the blade is tensioned and track ing properly Adjust the upper and lower blade guides and thrust bearings after each blade tension and tracking adjust ment To avoid injury make sure that both of the power switches are in the OFF position and that the power cord is unplugged before performing any adjustments on the bandsaw Adjust the positioning of the upper blade guides and UPPER ASSEMBLY RIGHT SIDE WIEW thrust bearing assembly as follows The upper blade guides and thrust bearing assem bled as one unit which can be moved back or forward To prevent damage to the blade the blade guides must remain behind the blade teeth during operation 1 Loosen the Allen bolt with the supplied 5 mm Allen key 2 Move the upper assembly forward along the shaft until the blade guides at least 1 32 behind blade teeth do not protrude past the hollowed part of the teeth of the blade Tighten the Allen bolt
50. tension is too loose you will notice that the blade will have a tendency to drift or slip off line when cutting and you will have more difficulty controlling your cuts A blade that is tensioned too tightly will break prematurely and will be difficult to work with when making tighter radius cuts The following information can be used as a guideline or starting point to assist you in determining ideal blade tension for your needs 5 When working with wider blades re sawing taller stock making straight cuts wide sweeping curves tight er blade tensions will provide better results When working with narrower blades sawing shorter stock and making tighter curved cuts are per formed using less tension To adjust blade tension proceed as follows Before Bofors Sama blade fenslen crake sue Wiel power ere inne poster andl that blade tension adjustments make sure that both of the power switches are in the OFF position and that 7 15 the power cord is unplugged 2 o ________ 1 Put the tension lever in the tight position as 2 With the saw turned off press against the side of the shown for quick blade tensionning blade to test the tautness of the blade For ideal re sults with most blade widths and cutting applications the blade should flex in no more than 1 4 to 3 8 Note the blade tension indicator scale Q be used
51. to lock assembly in place Adjust the positioning of the upper thrust bearing as follows 1 Loosen the Allen bolt with the supplied 5mm Allen key 2 Move the shaft in or out until the thrust bearing barely touches the blade is 1 64 behind the back of the blade 3 Tighten the Allen bolt to lock the thrust bearing in position Adjust the positioning of the upper and lower blade guides as follows 1 Loosen the two Allen bolts with the supplied 5 mm Allen key 2 Turn the adjustment knobs inward as needed to obtain a space of 0 02 the thickness of a sheet of paper between both guides and the blade Tip Place a feeler gauge or sheet of paper between each guide and the blade to make sure there is a 0 02 space 3 Tighten the two Allen bolts to lock the blade guides in position 4 Repeat steps 1 to with the lower blade guides 22 Adjust the positioning of the lower blade assembly as follows 1 Loosen the Allen bolt with the supplied 5 mm Allen key 2 Move the lower blade guide assembly forward along the shaft until the blade guides are at least 1 32 behind the blade teeth do not protrude past the hollowed part of the teeth of the blade 3 Tighten the Allen bolt O to lock the assembly in place Adjust the positioning of the lower thrust bearing as follows 1 Loosen the Allen bolt with the supplied 5 mm Allen key 2 Turn the k
52. uare SAW TABLE amp OTHER COMPONENTS PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP ESTABLISHING A 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 bandsaw 440 Ibs 200 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 machi nery 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 advi sable 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 ever a machine is running for everyone but the indivi dual operating the unit The protective coating on the saw table prevents rust from forming during shipping and storage Remove it by rubbing with a rag dipped in kerosene mineral spir its or paint thinner Dispose of potentially flammable solvent soaked r
53. y 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 expla nation 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 con sumable parts or components Repairs made without the written consent of General International will void all warranty TABLE OF CONTENTS Electrical require
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