General International 50-200R M1 Use and Care Manual
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1. must have for any serious hobby ist Tenoning Jig 50 050 Solid cast iron Fits left or right tilt saws for safe and accurate tenoning Dado insert 50 202 Fits left tilt model 50 200R only for use with dado blades up to 3 4 maximum width Zero Clearance insert 50 203 Eliminates space between the blade and insert to help reduce tear out and airborne dust Raise the blade through the insert and custom cut to your blade kerf Melamine Extension Table 27 X 36 50 105 Steel Adjustable Support Leg Set 2 for Extension Table 50 115 Excalibur G A Ch PR Sliding Table 50 SLT60 or 50 SLT40 For accurate crosscutting or mitering of wide pan els 49 for SLT40 or 62 for SLT60 Featuring a stable rock solid design that runs on smooth roller bearings allowing the user to walk large panels through the cut with ease Excalibur BY GENERAL INTERNATIONAL Overarm Blade Cover With Dust Collection Capability 50 EXBC10 Maximize dust collection without compromising safety Easy to install and simple to use see through blade cover 4 main boom with 3 inner boom Unique design mount ing bracket pivots away or removes completely in sec onds P Ve 7 Piece Deluxe 8 Dado blade set 55 185 2 24 tooth exterior blades Stan dard 5 8 16 mm bore Maxi mum 6000 RPM Makes 1 8 to 13 16 3 to 21 mm grooves Anti kickback desig2. resistance is felt then re tighten the set screw Do not over tighten the stop nut CE B Verify the 45 setting by tilting the blade as far as possible to the left and using the square check the angle and if need ed adjust as for the 90 stop this time using the right stop nut A and set screws B ADJUSTING THE BEVEL ANGLE POINTER The bevel pointer should read 0 when the blade is at 90 to the table If not with the blade set 90 vertical to the table proceed as follows Remove the handwheel by loosening the hand Once the handwheel has been removed loosen wheel lock knob A the Phillips head screw B on the pointer mounting bracket with a screwdriver and manually align the pointer C with the zero on the bevel scale then re tighten the screw and re attach the handwheel RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES We offer a large variety of products to help you increase convenience productivity accuracy and safety when using your saw Here s a small sampling of optional accessories available from your local General International dealer For more information about our products please visit our website at www general ca Miter guide 50 EB3 Quickly and easily finds any angle Rock solid triangular design is reversible for use on either side of the blade Adjustable fence for tight blade clearance telesco ping fence extension and sliding flip up stop for accu rate repeat cuts A
3. sumable parts or components Repairs made without the written consent of General International will void all warranty TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY RULES Align the rip fence 90 to the table Install the measuring tape amp pointer ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Grounding instructions Connecting to a dust collector Circuit capacity Converting the motor to 115V Extension cords BASIC ADJUSTMENTS AND CONTROLS Connecting to a power source IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND een COMPONENTS Blade height amp tilt adjustment Blade height adjustment BASIC FUNCTIONS Blade tilt bevel adjustment List of contents OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Additional requirements for set u 4 i Tynes of cuts Ripping PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP ESTABLISHING A Bevel ripping SAFETY ZONE Ripping small work pieces Cross cutting Bevel cross cutting Adjusting and using the miter gauge Adding an auxiliary fence to the miter gauge 20 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Miter cuts Install the table exension wings Compoyndmier culs Install the handwheels Using a dado head blade Mount the rip fence storage brackets Mount the miter gauge amp wrench Install the rear fence rail Install the front fence rail MAINTENANGE amp ADJUSTMENTS Mount the switch Periodic maintenance Lubrication Adjusting the 45 amp 90 bevel stops Adjusting the bevel angle pointer Install remove a saw blade Install a saw blade To remove a saw blade Inst
4. S0120600M S0010635M 12700054 12700061 S0310530 12700062 0010512M 50200R A26A _JG133001 50200R A26B 50200R A27 50200R A28 50200R A29 50200R A30 50200R A31 JG133001 N A 0020535M 0210513M 10401005 S0120500M PARTS LIST 50200R A27 DESCRIPTION GUARD RIVING KNIFE SUPPORT ARM GUARD LEFT GUARD RIGHT PLASTIC PLATE ANTI KICKBACK PAWL SPRING SUPPORT PLATE PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW LOCK NUT FLAT HEAD SCREW FLAT WASHER PIN PIN SLEEVE PAD LOCK NUT CAP SCREW HANDLE MOUNTING PLATE PIN GUARD BLOCK CAP SCREW WARNING LABEL WARNING LABEL BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY HEX BOLT FLAT WASHER RING LOCK NUT oolool MAWISSY 809 11018 1145 MODEL 50 200R M1 8360 Champ d Eau Montreal Quebec Canada HIP 1Y3 Tel 514 326 1161 Fax 514 326 5565 Parts amp Service Fax 514 326 5555 Order Desk orderdesk general ca www general ca IMPORTANT
5. 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 commit ted 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 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 saw and several versions of this manual may be in circulation if you own an earlier or later version of this unit this manual may not depict your machine exactly If you have any doubts or questions contact your retailer or our support line with the model and serial number of your unit for clarification GENERAL MFG amp GENERAL INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY All component parts of General MFG General International and Excalibur by General International pr
6. sign of damage minimize airborne dust particles periodically inspect all dust collection fittings re tighten as needed LUBRICATION Keep the blade height adjustment mechanism A acces sible by the motor cover door on the left side of the saw as well as the blade tilt mechanism B well lubricated and free of dust or debris Clean and remove dust debris and old lubricant as needed depending on frequency of use After cleaning reapply lubricant as needed Note Use any all purpose grease available at any hard ware sfore The motor and all bearings are sealed and permanently lubricated no further lubrication is required No other part of this table saw needs lubrication ADJUSTING THE 45 amp 90 BEVEL STOPS 1 Disconnect the machine from the power source 2 Raise the blade to its highest position and lift the blade guard 3 Loosen the bevel lock knob and turn the blade tilting handwheel clockwise until it stops 4 Verify the angle of the blade with a combination square from the left side of the blade keep the square A flat against the table and against the flat part of the blade Do not touch the teeth or the table insert If the blade angle is incorrect loosen the two set screws D Ki and manually turn the 90 stop nut C one full counterclock wise turn O Turn the handwheel until the blade is at 90 to the table sur face Then re tighten the 90 stop nut clockwise until slight
7. 50200R 102 50200R 103 50200R 104 50200R 105 50200R 106 50200R 107 50200R 108 50200R 109 50200R 110 50200R 111 50200R 112 50200R 113 50200R 114 50200R 115 REF NO 13200028 S0050505M S0021025M S0231000M 0211021 C1106201 13200031 S0020820M 0230800M 0210516 C5151104 13200034 0020510M 0210303 LC 1430402 0310525 0010820M S0010835M S0030515M 11105068 0020625M 1017W 2 0210402 00508 10M SO111400L S0021020M S0210540 S0120580 S0010508M S0050510M S0120800M 0050103 0210500B 0112000M S00505605M S0110800M S0030512 S0210516 S0110500 13200026 12700049A 12700050A 10102032 S0120800M S0310325 0010520M 0230500M S0020640M S0110600M 11500006 11500044 11500045 12300154 13200025 S0030412M S0210300B PARTS LIST 50 200R DESCRIPTION RING SET SCREW HEX BOLT LOCK WASHER FLAT WASHER BEARING POSITION RING HEX BOLT LOCK WASHER FLAT WASHER BEARING POSITION NUT PULL KNOB FLAT WASHER MOTOR WIRE PIN CAP SCREW CAP SCREW PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW ARBOR NUT HEX BOLT STRAIN RELIEF FLAT WASHER SET SCREW HEX NUT HEX BOLT FLAT WASHER LOCK NUT PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW SET SCREW LOCK NUT SET SCREW FLAT WASHER HEX NUT SET SCREW HEX NUT PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW FLAT WASHER HEX NUT MOUNTING PLATE PUSH BAR PUSH HANDLE SPRING LOCK NUT PIN CAP SCREW LOCK WASHER HEX BOLT HEX NUT FENCE STORAGE BRACKET MITER GAUGE STORAGE BRACKET WRENCH HOOK PUSH
8. A to lock it in place Re install the table insert LEVEL THE TABLE INSERT Place the insert into the table and use a straightedge to determine whether the insert is level with the table top A Turn each of the 6 adjusting screws A with the supplied Allen key until done Suggestion Start by adjusting one rear screw and its diagonal opposite in front then tweak the remaining screws Note If the sawblade has already been installed use the rais ing handwheel to lower the blade below the table surface before leveling the insert ALIGN THE RIP FENCE ALIGN THE RIP FENCE PARALLEL TO THE BLADE THE RIP FENCE MUST BE PARALLEL TO THE BLADE DURING OPERATION FAILURE TO SET THE RIP FENCE PARALLEL TO THE BLADE CAN RESULT IN KICKBACK AND POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY To make satisfactory rip cuts your fence must be aligned perfectly parallel with the saw blade Slide the fence over to the right T slot on your saw table top A Push down the locking lever to lock the fence in place B and make a visual check that the fence is parallel with the T slot all along its length Also you can place a small 3 4 thick block of wood upright into the Tslot and slide it from the front to the back checking its distance from the left edge of the fence If the fence is not parallel it can be adjusted by using the supplied 4 mm Allen key to turn one or both of the screws C or D Do this slowly just an eighth to a quar ter turn at a time or y
9. WASHER L SHORT 10 MM HEX HEAD BOLT W FLAT WASHER 6 MM SOCKET CAP SCREW 12 MM HEX NUT amp FLAT WASHER ee emm oj offf Extra person for help with lifting Phillips Screwdriver Straightedge e Machinist square or triangle square PLACEMENT WITHIN THE SHOP ESTABLISHING A SAFETY ZONE THIS MODEL 50 200R 10 LEFT TILT 2 HP TABLE SAW IS HEAVY DO NOT OVER EXERT A HOIST OR FORKLIFT WITH STRAPS SHOULD BE USED TO LIFT THIS MACHINE TO LIMIT THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE ANY EQUIPMENT USED TO LIFT THIS MACHINE SHOULD HAVE A RATED CAPACITY IN EXCESS OF 303 LBS 138KG 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 saw 320 Lbs 146 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 unob structed by foot traffic either passing shop visi tors or other shop workers or other tools or ma chinery ESTABLISHING A SAFETY ZONE For shops with frequent visitors or multiple oper ators it is advisable to establish a safety zone around shop machinery 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 advisable to take a few moments t
10. material Keep blade guards in place and in working order If a guard must be removed for maintenance or cleaning be sure it is properly reattached before using the tool again Never leave the machine running with the power on when not in operation Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended by GENERAL INTERNATIONAL may result in equip ment malfunction or risk of injury Never stand on machinery Serious injury could result if the tool is tipped over or if the blade is unin tentionally contacted Always disconnect tool from power before servicing or changing accessories such as blades or before performing any maintenance cleaning or adjust ments or if the machine will be left unattended Make sure that switch is in OFF position before plugging in the power cord Make sure the tool is properly grounded If equip ped with a 3 prong plug it should be used with a three pole receptacle Never remove the third prong Do not use this saw 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 AAA 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 I
11. 050 POINTER 50200R B05 10104049Q STOP PLATE 50200R B06 10104047 GUIDE WASHER 50200R B07 0210501 FLAT WASHER 50200R B08 S0030110 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW 50200R B09 0110100 HEX NUT 50200R B 10 50050404 SET SCREW 50200R B11 0310306 PIN 50200R B12 50040400 FLAT HEAD SCREW 50200R B13 10104047K PIN 50200R B14 N A MITER GAUGE ASSEMBLY MITER GAUGE FENCE amp RAIL ASSEMBLY 50200R F43 90200R F44 FENCE BODY ASSEMBLY 00200R F45 RAILS ASSEMBLY PARTS LIST 50200R F43 PARTS NO DESCRIPTION 50200R FO1 11006001 FENCE BODY 50200R FO2 11006002 FENCE HEAD 50200R F03 11006005 FENCE FRONT CAP 50200R FO3A N A FENCE REAR CAP 50200R FO4 0020865M HEX BOLT 50200R F05 SO230800M LOCK WASHER 50200R F06 110000046 LOCKING LEVER 50200R F07 11000005 KNOB 50200R F08 11003003 CLAMPING BLOCK 50200R F09 11001010A BLOCK SPACER 50200R F10 S0310526 PIN 50200R F11 S0020601 HEX BOLT 50200R F12 0120300 LOCK NUT 50200R F13 0020425 HEX BOLT 50200R F14 50120200 LOCK NUT 50200R F15 11000025 PLASTIC PAD SLIDER 50200R RA N A RAIL ASSEMBLY 50200R F16 11000034G FRONT RAIL 50200R F17 11002002A FRONT RAIL CAP 50200R F18 11006003A FENCE T ASS Y 50200R F19 0050504 SET SCREW 50200R F20 11000015 POINTER VISOR 50200R F21 0210300 FLAT WASHER 50200R F22 0030318 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW 50200R F23 10401032W REAR RAIL 50200R F24 0010820 CAP SCREW M8 X 20 MM 50200R F25 11006004 OUTER L BRACKET
12. 3200033 SPACING COLLAR 50200R 33 13200027 SLEEVE 50200R 34 11105064 ROD CAP 50200R 35 13300017 ANGLE POINTER 50200R 36 20900022 GEAR 50200R 37 V13207190 BELT 50200R 38 13300010 GEAR COVER 50200R 39 20701006 BEARING 50200R 41A S0010865M CAP SCREW 50200R 42 11105081 SPRING 50200R 43 13200029 TRUNNION 50200R 44 12700057 SQUARE HEAD BOLT 50200R 45 12300118J RIVING KNIFE MOUNTING BLOCK 50200R 46 12300125J RIVING KNIFE CLAMPING PLATE 50200R 47 12700059 HEX NUT 50200R 48 12700058 LEVER 50200R 49 SOO9ANO4 NUT 50200R 50 11102020 FLANGE BOLT 50200R 51 11105080 SPRING 50200R 52 C9001920 BEARING 50200R 53 20900019 SCREW BUSHING 50200R 54 12900037 SLEEVE 50200R 55 12700013 SHAFT 50200R 56 C1206202A BEARING 50200R 57 C5151102 BEARING n St a Sf Sm To n 50200R 58 50200R 59 50200R 60 50200R 61 50200R 62 50200R 63 50200R 64 50200R 65 50200R 66 50200R 67 50200R 68 50200R 69 50200R 70 50200R 7 1 50200R 72 50200R 73 50200R 74 50200R 75 50200R 76 50200R 77 50200R 78 50200R 79 50200R 80 50200R 81 50200R 82 50200R 83 50200R 84 50200R 85 50200R 86 50200R 87 50200R 89 50200R 90 50200R 9 1 50200R 93 50200R 94 50200R 95 50200R 96 50200R 97 50200R 98 50200R 99 50200R 100 50200R 101
13. 50200R F25A 11006004A INNER L BRACKET 50200R F26 0020412 HEX HEAD BOLT 1 4 X 3 4 50200R F27 0010615 HEX BOLT 50200R F28 11001021K FOOT PAD 50200R F29 10401006A REAR RAIL CAP 50200R F30 JGFB6001 WARNING LABEL 50200R F32 11006006 FENCE CLAMPING ARM 50200R F33 0010815 HEX HEAD BOLT M8 X 25 MM 50200R F34 50120400 LOCK NUT 50200R F35 50030411 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW 50200R F36 0210300B FLAT WASHER 50200R F37 501 10800 HEX NUT M8 50200R F38 SO110600M HEX NUT M6 50200R FHB N A HARDWARE BAG NOT SHOWN 50200R F39 N A FLAT WASHER 50200R F40 N A FLAT WASHER M8 50200R F41 N A 8 RIGHT TO LEFT SCALE 50200R F42 N A 30 LEFT TO RIGHT SCALE 50200R F43 N A FENCE AND RAIL ASSEMBLY 50200R F44 N A FENCE BODY ASSEMBLY 50200R F45 N A RAIL ASSEMBLY W HARDWARE FENCE amp RAILS ASSEMBLY 2 4 4 3 4 2 4 2 2 4 2 2 4 2 2 2 2 2 SPLITTER BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY 50200R A27 50200R A01 50200R A02 50200R A03 50200R A04 50200R A05 50200R A06 50200R A07 50200R A08 50200R A09 50200R A10 50200R A11 50200R A12 50200R A13 50200R A14 50200R A17 50200R A18 50200R A19 50200R A20 50200R A21 50200R A22 50200R A23 50200R A24 50200R A25 13000004 12700005 12700006 12700007 12700067 10606102 10103040 10103035 0030304 0120200 0040412 0210404 03 10630 0313528 12700051A 12700039A
14. MM BASE DIMENSIONS LX W 20 X 20 508 X 508 MM MOTOR PRE WIRED 230V 2 HP 115 230V 19 5 9 5 A WEIGHT 321 LBS 146 KG 10 LEFT TILT 2 HP TABLE SAW ODEL 50 200R DES EN GENERAL WV INTERNATI AN AD VERSION 3_REVISION 1 JUNE 29 11 gt Copyright General International 06 2011 JESN LE GENERAL Yg INTERNATI GN AL Ny k Z R SN GENERAL INTERNATIONAL 8360 Champ d Eau Montreal Quebec Canada HIP 1Y3 Telephone 514 326 1161 e Fax 514 326 5555 www general ca THANK YOU for choosing this General International model 50 200R 10 Left tilt 2 HP Table Saw This saw has been carefully tested and inspected before shipment and if prop erly 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 oper ating the unit The manual s purpose is to familiarize you with the safe operation basic function and features of this saw 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
15. N 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 to the ope rator The motor of this machine is wired for 230V single phase operation and is equipped with a 3 conductor cord A and a 3 prong grounded plug B fo fit a match ing grounding type receptacle C DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROWIDED If it will not fit your recepta cle have the proper receptacle installed by a guali fied 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 However if an unusual amperage draw does not exist and a power failure still occurs contact a qualified technician or our service department CONVERTING THE MOTOR TO 115V S
16. SETUP amp OPERATION MANUAL FEATURES Combination riving style splitter and see through blade guard with anti kickback pawis and a second European style riv ing knife also included Large precision ground 44 x 27 cast iron table with two extension wings 4 dust port allows easy connection to a dust collection system Large paddle style stop switch Ruggedly built saw carriage with solid cast iron cabinet mounted trunnions Large motor access door for quick clean ing and easier maintenance Convenient arbor lock for fast one tool blade changes Equipped with a sturdy easy to adjust fence design rip fence system Powerful 2 HP motor with multi groove V belt drive for longer belt life and more effi cient transfer of power Onboard storage mounts for wrench rip fence and miter gauge Dual voltage motor factory wired for 230V operation SPECIFICATIONS BLADE DIAMETER 10 254 MM ARBOR DIAMETER 5 8 16 MM ARBOR TILT RANGE 0 A 45 TO LEFT MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CUT AT 90 3 77 mm MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CUT AT 45 2 1 4 54 MM MAX RIP TO RIGHT OF BLADE 30 762 MM MAX RIP TO LEFT OF BLADE 8 203 MM DADO CAPACITY 13 16 21 MM DUST PORT DIAMETER 4 102 MM ARBOR SPEED 4000 RPM TABLE HEIGHT 36 914 MM TABLE SIZE W EXTENSION WINGS 44 X 27 1118 X 686 MM TABLE SIZE W O EXTENSION WINGS 20 X 27 508 X 686
17. STICK DUST OUTLET PLATE PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW FLAT WASHER NN SPS FSI IN INrN DID INI I I I I I ISNoISININI A AMAR Nrx ete RO OD oT o NJ O NO Oo oj PARTS LIST 50 200R PARTS REF NO DESCRIPTION 50200R 116 13000004A RIVING KNIFE 50200R 117 S1500212C DUST HOSE 50200R 118 12300156B HOSE CLAMP 50200R 119 11305031 LOCK KNOB 50200R 121A N A TOOL KIT 50200R 121 101050902 ARBOR WRENCH 50200R 122 S0911012 OPEN END WRENCH 14 17 MM 50200R 123 50011417 OPEN END WRENCH 10 12 MM 50200R 124 50910206 ALLEN KEY 6 MM 50200R 125 0910204 ALLEN KEY 4 MM 50200R 126 0910203 ALLEN KEY 3 MM 50200R 127 JG133002 LABEL 50200R 128 JG133003 LABEL 50200R 129 JG133004 WARNING LABEL 50200R 130 JG000001 WARNING LABEL 50200R 131 JG000004 LOGO LABEL 50200R 132 J2091001 I D NAME PLATE 50200R 133 J30301002 WARNING LABEL 50200R 134 S0910225 L WRENCH 2 5 MM 50200R 135 0220302 LOCK WASHER 50200R 136 S0520015 C RING 50200R 138 0212137 FLAT WASHER 50200R 139 S0050608M SET SCREW 50200R 140 SO110500M NUT 50200R 141 0220500M LOCK WASHER 50200R 142 0220300 SPROCKET WASHER 4 I po po a MITER GAUGE ASSEMBLY 50200R B14 PART NO REF NO DESCRIPTION 50200R B01 10104046K MITER GAUGE BODY 50200R B02 10104048C GUIDE BAR 50200R B03 10104045T HANDLE 50200R B04 10104
18. a dust collection system consider contacting your General International dis tributor for information on our complete line of dust col lection systems and accessories or visit our website at www general ca ALWAYS TURN ON THE DUST COLLECTOR BEFORE STARTING THE SAW AND ALWAYS STOP THE SAW BEFORE TURNING OFF THE DUST COLLECTOR BASIC ADJUSTMENTS amp CONTROLS 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 DAM AGED CORD OR PLUG IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID UNEXPECTED OR UNINTENTIONAL START UP MAKE SURE THAT THE POWER SWITCH ON THE SAW IS IN THE OFF POSITION BEFORE CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE Once the assembly steps have been completed uncoil the power cord and plug it into an appropriate outlet Refer back to the section entitled ELECTRICAL REQUIRE MENTS and make sure all requirements and grounding SWITCH OFF instructions are followed When cutting operations have been completed unplug the saw from the power source ON OFF SWITCH amp SAFETY PIN The ON OFF switch assembly A is equipped with a lock out safety pin B When the pin is installed through the green on button 6 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 speed before cutting To stop the machine Pu
19. all and adjust riving knife A Select a riving knife Recommended optional accessories Removal Installation Level the table insert Parts list and diagrams Align the rip fence Align the rip fence parallel to the blade RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION To 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 any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless for any injury that may result from improper use of its equipment Do not operate the saw when tired distracted or under the effects of drugs alcohol or any medica tion 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 saw is in operation do not permit them to operate the saw Childproof and tamper proof your shop and alll machinery with locks master electrical switches and switch keys to prevent unauthorized or unsu pervised use Stay alert Give your work your undivided atten tion Even a momentary distraction can lead to seri ous 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 and wear eye ear and respiratory protection devices Do not wear loose clothing gloves bracelets neck laces or other jewelry while the saw is in operation Wear pr
20. and then use a square to check the cut piece Repeat adjustment if necessary If the miter gauge needs adjusting manually turn the head so the pointer is where you think it ought to be tighten the lock knob and loosen the nut Turn the adjusting screw D until it touches the stop lock pin Tighten down the nut again Recheck the angle by making another test cut Repeat if necessary until a true 90 is achieved ADDING AN AUXILIARY FENCE TO THE MITER GAUGE To ensure a true 90 crosscut especially with longer pie ces of wood that need more support than the narrow miter gauge head can provide an auxiliary wood fence can be attached Make sure the wood for the fence is straight and not bowed It should be about 2 wide and extend about 12 from either side of the miter head Drill 2 holes in the wood corresponding to those on the miter head and use bolts and nuts to secure the wood fence to the head A To use the miter gauge with an auxiliary fence first notch the fence with the saw blade a bit higher than the nut B Measure and draw a cutline on your wood C then place it on the miter fence Position your cutline against the notch Turn on the saw slide the work up until it is cut through but don t cut off the fence Marking Wood If you measure a cut for 24 line up the blade on the waste side of the mark Don t cut through the middle of the measurement line or you ll reduce your desired board length by half the width
21. es should be kept clean and sharp Never store saw blades by stacking them directly in contact with each other Place a layer of cardboard or similar material between the blades to keep them from coming into contact with each other BE SURE THE SAW IS UNPLUGGED AND COMPLETELY DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE WHENEVER INSTALLING OR REMOVING A SAW BLADE INSTALL A SAW BLADE 1 Remove the table insert plate A Then remove the arbor nut B amp flange C With the blade raised to maximum height re install the flange and arbor nut then press on the arbor lock button E so the blade amp arbor won t turn as you tighten the arbor nut clockwise toward the rear of the saw F with the supplied arbor wrench G BLADE DIRECTION 2 Install a saw blade on the arbor so that the open ings between the teeth face the front of the saw D the blade spins in the counter clockwise direction To remove a saw blade Perform the same procedure turning the arbor nut in the opposite direction BEFORE TURNING ON THE SAW MAKE SURE THE ARBOR LOCK IS DISENGAGED POPS UP BY TURNING THE BLADE A FRACTION TO UNLOCK TURN THE BLADE BY HAND ONE FULL ROTATION TO MAKE SURE THE ARBOR BLADE TURNS FREELY NOTE When tightening the arbor nut take care not fo over tighten as this will make it very difficult to remove later Because the rotation of the blade runs counter to the direction of the threads on the nut the blade is essen tially tighten
22. hould you need to convert your machine s motor from 230V to 115V power there is an electrical schematic drawing on the inside of the motor cover plate Unless you are a qualified electrician we do not recommend attempting this conversion on your own If you choose to do so you may risk serious personal injury damage to the motor and voiding the warranty of your machine We suggest you ask your local General International distributor to recommend qualified electricians in your area or perhaps one of their own technicians who can make this conversion properly and safely 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 recepta cle 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 LD 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 LD plate amp rating If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the number the heavier the gauge TABLE MINIMUM GAUGE FOR CORD TOTAL LENGTH OF CORD IN FEET AMPERE 115VOLTS 25 FEET 50FEET 100 FEET 150 FEET RATING 230 VOITS 50 FEET 100 FEET 200 FEET 300 FEET IR NR N
23. ing itself to the nut whenever the saw is running Though there are no hard and fast rules for how much torque is required the arbor nut should be always tightened hand tight and just slightly beyond snug INSTALL AND ADJUST RIVING KNIFE SELECT A RIVING KNIFE Two riving knives are provided A combination riving style splitter and blade guard with anti kickback pawls A A European style riving knife without blade guard B The riving knife must always be used with a blade guard If you already own an independently attached blade guard such as our Excalibur 50 EXBC10 use the riving knife B If you do not already own a blade guard use the splitter blade guard assembly A THE BLADE MUST NEVER REMAIN EXPOSED WHEN USING THE SAW TO PREVENT THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURIES ALWAYS COVER THE BLADE WITH A BLADE GUARD REMOVAL INSTALLATION ALWAYS TURN OFF AND UNPLUG THE SAW BEFORE REMOVING INSTALLING A RIVING KNIFE Set the blade to 90 and raise it to its highest position Refer to Blade height and tilt adjustment instructions on page 17 if needed Remove the table insert If already installed remove the splitter or riving knife by loosening the locking lever A and pulling the split ter or riving knife up out of its mounting bracket To install Fit the bottom end of the splitter or riving knife into the slot in the mounting bracket and push downward until it bottoms out then tighten the locking lever
24. itter must be removed when dado ing Never use the dado blade in a bevel position ALWAYS VERIFY THE DADO BLADE CLEARANCE BEFORE CONNECTING THE SAW TO THE POWER SOURCE RE ATTACH THE GUARD AFTER DADO CUT IS FINISHED THE MAXIMUM DADO HEAD WIDTH FOR THIS SAW IS 3 4 AND THE MAXIMUM DADO BLADE DIAMETER IS 8 MAINTENANCE amp ADJUSTMENTS AN MAKE SURE THE SAW HAS BEEN TURNED OFF AND UNPLUGGED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAIN TENANCE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Inspect test the ON OFF switch before each use Do not operate the saw with a damaged switch replace a damaged switch immediately Inspect the saw blade for damage or chipped teeth before each use Replace a damaged or chipped blade immediately Never operate the saw with a damaged or chipped blade Keep the saw table clean and free of dust pitch or glue An occasional light coating of paste wax can be used to protect the cast iron surface Ask our local distributor for suggestions on table top cleaners and cast iron sur face protection based on what is readily available in your area e Occasionally open the cabinet door and brush off and vacuum out accumulated dust from inside the cabi net and on the blade tilting gears and on or around the motor Periodically inspect the power cord and plug for damage To minimize the risk of electric shock or fire never operate the saw with a damaged power cord or plug Replace a damaged power cord or plug at the first
25. le of the blade 1 Loosen the lock knob D by turning it counterclock wise 2 Turn the handwheel C left or right as required to set the blade to the desired angle The blade can be tilted to the left anywhere from 0 90 1 the table to 45 With the blade tilted to the desired angle tighten the lock knob D by turning it clockwise to lock the tilting mechanism and secure the blade at the desired angle VERIFY ALL CHECK POINTS BEFORE STARTING FAILURE TO COMPLY CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURIES Make sure that the arbor nut is secure and that the blade is firmly tightened snug on the arbor Check that the blade angle and height lock knobs are tight If ripping make sure the fence lock lever is engaged and that the fence is parallel to the blade If cross cutting make sure the miter gauge is locked tight While using the saw be sure to wear safety glasses at all times Make sure that the blade guard splitter assembly or riving knife is properly installed and aligned with the blade and that the anti kickback pawls are functioning TYPES OF CUTS Cutting a wood plank or sheet of plywood lengthwise to reduce its width is called ripping To rip stock hold the work with both hands pushing it into the blade as well as firmly against the rip fence so that it is cut straight A The work to be cut must have a straight edge to ride against the fence and must be flat to make solid con tact with the table during the cut in o
26. le splitter blade guard assembly and a European style riving knife that are both designed to raise or lower and tilt with the blade and maintain a consistent distance to the blade at all times regardless of the height or angle of the blade This can help reduce but not totally eliminate the risk of a kickback incident where the workpiece is thrown back at the operator by helping to prevent the workpiece from getting stuck between the blade and the riving style splitter or riving knife as compared to a traditional stationary splitter or from closing up on the back of the blade as it passes through the cut Carefully unpack and remove the saw and its compo nents from the box and check for damaged or missing 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 A B C 17 MM HEX HEAD BOLT W WASHER D HANDWHEEL W LOCK KNOB E EUROPEEN STYLE RIVING KNIFE COMBINATION RIVING STYLE SPLITTER amp BLADE GUARD MITER GAUGE PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW 14 17 MM OPEN END WRENCH 10 12 MM OPEN END WRENCH ARBOR WRENCH MITER GAUGE RIP FENCE STORAGE BRACKET ARBOR WRENCH STORAGE BRACKET ALLEN KEY 6 4 3 MM 1 EACH REAR RAIL FRONT RAIL L BRACKET MEASURING TAPE LEFT amp RIGHT Q FENCE POINTER VISOR amp HARDWARE 12 MM HEX HEAD BOLT W HEX NUT amp FLAT WASHER 2 LONG 10 MM HEX HEAD BOLT W HEX NUT amp FLAT
27. ly narrow stock that may not clear the width of the blade guard or very thin material such as paneling which may slip between the underside of the fence and the table surface a strip of wood as an auxiliary guide can be attached to the fence NEVER REACH IN TOWARDS THE BLADE WHILE THE BLADE IS STILL SPINNING WHENEVER A RIP CUT IS COMPLETED TURN OFF THE SAW AND WAIT FOR THE BLADE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE REACHING IN TO REMOVE THE WORKPIECE OR THE WASTE MATERIAL BEVEL RIPPING Bevel ripping is performed the same as ripping but with the saw blade set to an angle not perpendicular with the table surface After changing the bevel angle verify the alignment of the guard and splitter make sure there is clearance with the saw blade RIPPING SMALL WORK PIECES Do not attempt rip cuts if the work piece is too small as this will oblige you to place your hands too close to the blade and put you at serious risk of injury When ripping narrower widths use a push block or a push stick in order to avoid placing hands near the blade CROSS CUTTING Cutting against the grain to shorten the length of a board is cross cutting With some smaller sized and rec tangular pieces you often have the choice of ripping or cross cutting Always use the miter gauge C when cross cutting never cut a piece unsupported The miter gauge may be used in either slot but most operators prefer the left groove for typical work When the blade is tilted fo
28. mponents 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 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 MFG 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
29. n Convenient amp sturdy wooden storage case included BY GENERAL INTERNATIONAL Mobile base 50 025 Easily roll your table saw anywhere in your shop Load capacity 500 Ibs Wheels lock when equipment is in use CABINET AND TABLE BLADE TILTING MECHANISM PARTS LIST 50 200R PARTS NO DESCRIPTION 50200R 01A 13300001 MAIN TABLE 50200R 02 E1210005 EXTENSION WING LEFT 50200R 02A E1210005 EXTENSION WING RIGHT 50200R 03 12700003B TABLE INSERT 50200R 04A 13300002B SAW CABINET 50200R 05 13200004 MOTOR COVER DOOR 50200R 06 10105056A HANDLE 50200R 07 11500048 HANDWHEEL 50200R 08 13200032 WHEEL COVER 50200R 09 132000136 TILT ADJUSTMENT ROD 50200R 10 J1330001 ANGLE SCALE 50200R 1 1 WG000001 STOP PANEL 50200R 12 S0030324 PHILLIPS HEAD SCREW 50200R 13A WG000002 ON OFF SWITCH ASSEMBLY 50200R 14 10105053G SWITCH PLATE 50200R 15 WG000003 SWITCH BOX 50200R 16 L0000132A POWER WIRE 50200R 17 10401029 FOOT PAD 50200R 18 13300015 DUST PLATE 50200R 19 10105069Q FLANGE 50200R 20 B0000008G BLADE 50200R 21 13300008 ARBOR 50200R 22 13300011 GUARD MOUNTING BRACKET 50200R 23 13300005 SAW CHUTE 50200R 24 13200007 ROD 50200R 25 13300006 ARBOR BRACKET 50200R 26 M1330001 MOTOR 50200R 27 13300012 MOTOR PLATE 50200R 28 13200009 MOTOR PULLEY 50200R 29 13200016 HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT SCREW 50200R 30 20900028 BUSHING 50200R 31 132000146 ARBOR 50200R 32 1
30. o either paint using non slip paint or using tape define on the floor the limits or perimeter of each machines safety zone Take steps to ensure that all operators and shop visitors are aware that these areas are off limits whenever a machine is running for everyone but the individual operating the unit 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 spirits or paint thinner Dispose of potentially flammable solvent soaked rags according to manufacturer s safety recommen dations A putty knife held flat to avoid scratching the sur face may also be used to scrape off the coating followed by clean up with solvent Avoid rubbing the saw s painted surfaces as many solvent based products will remove paint To prevent rust apply a light coating of paste wax or use regular applications of any after market surface protectant or rust inhibitor Tip With a screw driver push a solvent saturated rag into the T slots to remove the grease ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL THE TABLE EXTENSION WINGS Attach the table extension wings to the main table using 6 hex head bolts 3 per wing and 6 lock wash ers A Align the table extensions with the table and loosely attach the bolts Place a straightedge on the table and extension as shown to align the extension table B and then tighten down the bolts Note Be sure that the
31. oducts 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 MFG and General International agree to repair or replace any part or component which upon exa mination 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 applica tions 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 MFG and General International agree to repair or replace any part or component which upon examination proves to be defective in either workman ship 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 co
32. of the saw blade For accurate work don t mark your cut with a fat pencil line E A narrow dash with a sharp pencil point is best D Encircle the dash so you ll find it again and add a small X to indicate the waste or cut off side Pencils like saw blades have thickness When squaring off from the cut mark align your square to allow for pencil clearance which will be about 1 16 away from the drawing edge of the square F MITER CUTS This operation is the same as cross cutting except the miter gauge is set to an angle other than 0 Hold the work piece firmly against the miter gauge and feed the work piece slowly into the blade to prevent it from moving during the cut COMPOUND MITERING This is a combination of bevel cross cutting and mitering It is infrequently used Follow instructions for both bevel cutting and mitering USING A DADO HEAD BLADE Dadoing is cutting a rabbet or a wide groove into the Q work A dado blade A not supplied with your saw usual ly consists of two outer blades and several interior cutters These can be adjusted to cut grooves from 1 8 to 3 4 for making shelves joints and tenoning Set the blade s width according to the instructions After adjusting its width mount the dado blade on your saw just like a regular blade You ll need an optional dado insert B Item 50 202 to replace the standard one that comes with your saw Use the fence to line up the cut The blade guard spl
33. ot Recommended i 10 LEFT TILT 2 HP TABLE SAW ue P 50 200R IDENTIFICATION OF MAIN PARTS AND COMPONENTS A LEFT TABLE EXTENSION B MITER GAUGE C SPLITTER AND BLADE GUARD ASSEMBLY D MAIN TABLE RIGHT TABLE EXTENSION RIP FENCE G REAR RAIL FRONT RAIL RIP FENCE LOCKING HANDLE BLADE TILT ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL K MITER GAUGE STORAGE BRACKET L CABINET M ARBOR WRENCH STORAGE BRACKET N BEVEL SCALE O BLADE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HANDWHEEL P FENCE STORAGE BRACKET ON OFF SWITCH BASIC FUNCTIONS This saw has been designed for cutting solid wood as well as manufactured wood materials such as plywood wood panelling particleboard mdf and other wood based by products This saw is not designed for cutting metals nor for cutting any materials other than wood or wood based stock This saw is designed for use with maximum 10 250mm diameter blades having a center hole diameter of 5 8 The blade can be raised to cut a maximum stock thickness of 3 with the blade set 90 degrees to the table The blade can be tilted up to 45 degrees to the left for bevel cuts to a maximum stock thickness of 2 1 4 Using any standard aftermarket 8 diameter stacked dado blade set not included the maximum dado cutting capacity of this saw is 13 16 21 mm Note for safer dado cutting an optional dado table insert part number 50 202 can be purchased through your General International distributor The 50 200R is supplied with both a riving sty
34. otective 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 the blade and all mo ving parts Use a brush not hands to clear away chips and dust Be sure that the blade is securely installed and in proper cutting direction before operation Be sure the blade has gained full operating speed before beginning to cut Always use a clean properly sharpened blade Dirty or dull blades are unsafe and can lead to accidents If using a power feeder stop the feeder before stop ping the table saw Do not push or force stock into the blade The saw will perform better and more safely when working at the rate for which it was designed Use suitable support when cutting stock that does not have a flat surface Always hold stock firmly against the fence when ripping or against the miter gauge when cross cutting To minimize risk of injury in the event of workpiece kickback never stand directly in line with the blade or in the potential kickback path of the work piece Avoid working from awkward or off balance posi tions Do not overreach while cutting keep both feet on floor Never lean over or reach over the blade and never pull the work piece over the blade from behind Use out feed support or have an assis tant help when ripping long
35. ou will quickly overshoot the de sired adjustment Note It is always good practice to periodically recheck the alignment of your fence to the blade ALIGN THE RIP FENCE PERPENDICULAR 90 TO THE TABLE Place a machinist square on the table against the fence and look for a gap between the square and the fence bottom and top or the table If needed adjust either of the two plastic set screws E or F to tilt the fence slightly and square it to the table INSTALL THE MEASURING TAPE AND POINTER 1 Using a Phillips screwdriver attach the pointer 2 Set the blade to 90 and raise it to the maximum visor to the right side of the fence base as shown height A 3 Put the fence on the rails and move it till it slightly touches the right side of the blade B 4 Lock down the fence C 6 Remove the first inch approx of backing strip 5 Make a pencil mark on the rail in line with the point from the start of the longer piece of measuring tape ers center mark D Then unlock the fence and put the one with the zero on the left E Gradually re is aside for now move the rest of the backing as you install the tape along the front rail as shown F with your pencil mark G as the zero point of the tape The tape should sit about 1 4 inch back from the front edge of the rail Try removing only an inch of backing strip from the start of the tape stick that down then remove the rest of the ba cking and pull the meas
36. r bevel cutting use the table slot that does not cause interference with your hand or the saw blade guard To begin cross cutting place the work on the miter gauge and with the motor OFF slide it up close to the blade to align the outer edges of the teeth with your cut mark D Keep a firm grip as you pull the miter gauge and the wood back away from the blade Lower the blade guard turn on the saw and make the cut When the work is cut through move one or both cut pieces if long enough to handle without danger immediately off to the side away from the turning blade Turn off the motor BEVEL CROSS CUTTING This procedure is the same as cross cutting except that the blade is set to an angle other than 0 After changing the bevel angle verify the alignment of the guard and splitter and verify that there is clearance with the saw blade ADJUSTING AND USING THE MITER GAUGE The miter gauge supplied with your saw has accurately Lal CLOSE UP adjusted index stops at 90 and 45 to the right and left with a 30 maximum To use a setting other than 90 loosen the lock Knob A by turning it counter clockwise pull the stop lock pin B rotate the miter head to 45 or any angle shown on the numerical guide Turn the lock knob clockwise to tighten it To check the accuracy of the miter gauge s factory set tings set it at 90 and check it with an L square or T square To verify the setting make a test cut in scrap stock
37. rder to avoid kick back a blade jam causing the wood to fly backwards and hit you Never rip or cut wood without using the fence or miter gauge to guide it because the stock could kickback Always use the blade guard and splitter assembly when cutting wood It has anti kickback fingers and a splitter to prevent the saw kerf the slit cut by the blade from closing and binding the blade which can overload and or stall the motor or cause the blade to lift and eject the workpiece towards the front of the saw at very high speeds The blade guard keeps your fingers away from the blade and also reduces the amount of sawdust fly ing free Although certain operations require the removal of the blade guard and splitter assembly it should always be replaced for regular cutting Never stand in the line of the blade when ripping Raise the saw blade only about 1 4 higher than the workpiece to be cut As you complete the rip the wood will either remain on the table tilt up to be caught on the end of the guard or fall onto the floor or outfeed table The waste part of the stock remains on the table to be removed only after the saw is stopped unless it is large enough for immedi ate safe removal If the work to be ripped is narrow it is safer to use a push stick rather than the hands to feed it into the blade B Push sticks with non slip grippers can be purchased but a shop made one works just as well When ripping extreme
38. sh 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 saw from the power source BLADE HEIGHT amp TILT ADJUSTMENT BLADE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The blade height adjustment handwheel A is located on the front of the saw and there is a lock knob B on the handwheel that allows you to lock the wheel and secure the blade at the desired height To raise or lower the blade 1 Loosen the blade height lock knob B by turning counterclockwise 2 To raise the blade turn the handwheel clockwise To lower the blade turn the handwheel counter clockwise With the blade set to the desired height tighten the lock knob to lock the blade TO LIMIT YOUR EXPOSURE TO THE BLADE AND ALSO TO MAXIMISE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE ANTI KICKBACK PAWLS WHEN USING THE RIVING STYLE SPLITTER amp BLADE GUARD NEVER TAKE MORE BLADE HEIGHT THAN IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE CUT WHEN SETTING THE BLADE HEIGHT FOR THROUGH CUTS CUTS ALL THE WAY THROUGH THE THICKNESS OF A BOARD SET THE HEIGHT OF THE BLADE TO ROUGHLY 1 4 HIGHER THAN THE THICKNESS OF THE BOARD BLADE TILT BEVEL ADJUSTMENT The blade tilt bevel adjustment handwheel C is located on the right side of the saw and there is a lock knob D on the handwheel that allows the user to lock the tilting mech anism and secure the blade at the desired angle To change the ang
39. table extension wings are flush with front edge of table C INSTRUCTED TO DO SO INSTALL THE HANDWHEELS 1 Install one handwheel onto the shaft at the front of the saw as shown in A Note The s o in the handwheel must be aligned with the spring pin on the shaft 2 Thread a lock knob B into the handwheel shaft to secure the handwheel in place 3 Repeat with the second handwheel on the shaft loca ted on the right side of the saw cabinet C MOUNT THE RIP FENCE STORAGE BRACKETS Install the fence storage brackets A the two larger ones on the left side of the saw as shown in B using 4 Phillips head screws C ge Attach the rear rail to the rear of the table using 4 cap screws 2 flat washers and 2 hex nuts A 1 screw with washer and nut and both extension wings B and 2 cap screws on the main table C Tighten with the supplied mm Allen key SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY COULD OCCUR IF 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 level here Install the miter gauge storage bracket A the smaller one and arbor wrench storage bracket B on the right side of the saw as shown in C using 2 Phillips head screws D per bracket CLOSE UP INSTALL THE FRONT FENCE RAIL Loosely attach the 4 L brackets to the front of the table using a 12 mm hex head bolt with hex nut and flat
40. uring tape taut fo the end of the rail slot and carefully lower it against the rail For accurate readings the tape must be placed straight parallel with the rail with no folds along its length 7 Re install the fence on the front rail against the For the final check slide the fence to the right so the blade and lock it down pointer points to the 2 inch mark J Use scrap wood to make several rips If the cuts don t measure exact 8 Loosen the pointer screws and slide the pointer right ly 2 inches wide re adjust the pointer or left H so that its center mark is in line with the zero point of the tape I Tighten the screws to lock the pointer in place 10 Repeat steps 3 to 9 with the fence to the left of the blade this time aligning the center mark of the poin ter with the zero of the second half of the measuring tape K Note Recheck and if necessary readjust the left and right pointers against the zero point of both measuring tapes when ever you change blades Different blades have different thick nesses which can throw off the pointer a few fractions CONNECTING TO A DUST COLLECTOR There is a 4 dust outlet located on the lower left of the saw cabinet allowing for the connection to a dust col lection system not included e Be sure to use appropriate size hose and fittings not included and check that all connections are sealed tightly to minimize airborne dust If you do not already own
41. wash er on both extension wings A and 2 long 10 mm hex head bolts with hex nuts and flat washers on the main table B in the assembly order shown Do not tighten down the nuts the bolts should not be protruding from the L brackets C 3 Assemble the front rail to the L backets by fasten ing three of the four short 10 mm long hex head bolt with flat washer to the underside of the rail D Note For now omit the first bolt on the far left of the rail because this is where you will attach the saw s On Off switch MOUNT THE SWITCH Using the supplied 10 12 mm wrench tighten down nuts E that secures the L brackets to the table and bolts F that secures the front rail to the l brackets Attach the ON OFF switch bracket to the front rail A by fastening the fourth hex head bolt with flat washer to the underside of the leftmost L bracket B Tighten with the supplied 10 mm wrench C INSTALL REMOVE A SAW BLADE NOTE This saw is intended for use with 10 250mm diameter or less saw blades having a center hole diameter of 5 8 There are many types of blades available to perform specific cutting jobs such as crosscuts or ripping only or for use with plywood panelling and other products A good quality specialty blade can produce a finer finish be more efficient and place less strain on the saw Use only saw blades designed for use at a maxi mum operating speed of 5000 RPM or less Saw blad
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