General 90-125 M1 Parts list manual

FEATURES
Cast iron frame & precision-balanced alu-
minum wheels with replaceable rubber
tires.
Closed stand model features a rigid one
piece welded stand.
Deluxe 2-position extruded aluminum rip
fence, ideal for ripping thin stock and re-
sawing taller work pieces.
Precision, metal miter gauge with handle.
Deluxe blade guide bearings included.
2 Cutting speeds for excellent results in
either hard or soft woods.
Hinged door, easily accessible blade ten-
sioning knob, for fast blade changes or
adjustments.
Quick release blade tension lever.
SPECIFICATIONS
WHEEL SIZE
13 7⁄8 ” (353 mm)
WHEEL SPEEDS (2)
495/825 RPM
MAXIMUM BLADE WIDTH
3⁄4” (19 mm)
MINIMUM BLADE WIDTH
1⁄8” (3.2 mm)
BLADE LENGTH
93 1⁄2” (2375 mm)
BLADE SPEEDS (2)
1800/3000 LIN.FPM (549/915 LIN.MPM)
TABLE SIZE
16” x 16” (406 x 406 mm)
TABLE TILT
45° RIGHT & 10° LEFT
TABLE HEIGHT
42 3⁄4” (1085 mm)
MAXIMUM WIDTH OF CUT
13 1⁄2” (343 mm)
MAXIMUM DEPTH OF CUT
6” (150 mm) (UP TO 12” WITH OPTIONAL RISER KIT)
DUST COLLECTION PORT
2 1⁄2” (63 mm)
BASE DIMENSIONS (L x W)
18 5/8” x 15 3/4” (460 x 400 mm)
MOTOR (PRE-WIRED 120V)
1 HP, 120/240V, 1 Ph,10A/5A
WEIGHT
224 LBS (102 kg)
SETUP & OPERATION MANUAL
14” WOOD CUTTING BANDSAW
VERSION 3_REVISION 1 - August 06/10 (91796910)
© Copyright General® International 08/2010
MODEL
#90-125 M1

THANK YOU for choosing this General®International model 90-125 M114”
Wood Cutting Bandsaw. This bandsaw has been carefully tested and inspected before ship-
ment and if properly used and maintained, will provide you with years of reliable service. To
ensure optimum performance and trouble-free operation, and to get the most from your
investment, please take the time to read this manual before assembling, installing and oper-
ating 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, 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 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 or ques-
tions contact your retailer or our support line with the
model and serial number of your unit for clarification.
GENERAL® INTERNATIONAL
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Telephone [phone] • Fax [phone] • www.general.ca

GENERAL®& GENERAL®INTERNATIONAL WARRANTY
All component parts of General®, General® International and Excalibur by General
International ® products are carefully inspected during all stages of production and each unit
is thoroughly inspected upon completion of assembly.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
Because of our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, General® and General®
International agree to repair or replace any part or component which upon examination,
proves to be defective in either workmanship or material to the original purchaser for the life
of the tool.
However, the Limited Lifetime Warranty does not cover any product used for 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 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®
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 l will void all warranty.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Rules for safe operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Electrical requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Grounding instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Circuit capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Extension cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Converting the motor to 220 V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Identification of main parts
and components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
List of contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Additional requirements for set up . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Placement within the shop /
Establishing a safety zone . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Clean up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Assembly instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Attaching the door knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Install the bandsaw onto the base cabinet . . . .10
Installing the tension lever handle . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Attaching the dust port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Attaching the table-tilt bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Attaching the table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Rip fence and rail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Connecting the blower device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Miter gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Power cord hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Basic functions of the unit . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Basic adjustments and controls . . . . . . . .15
Connecting to a power source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Power on/off switch with safety key. . . . . . . . . . . .15
Recommended adjustments . . . . . . . . . . .16
Adjusting the 90º table stop and re-aligning
the angle pointer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Tilting the table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Removing/installing the blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Blade clearance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Blade selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Adjusting blade tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Adjusting blade tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Adjusting the blade guard for depth of cut . . . .22
Adjusting the upper guides and thrust bearing .22
Positioning the lower blade guides and thrust
bearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Changing speed settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Checklist before starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Connecting to a dust collector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Operations step-by-step . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
To stop the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Installing/using the rip fence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Using the miter gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Cutting curves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Cutting circles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Required Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Replacing the bandsaw blade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Replacing the upper and lower blade guides
and thrust bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Replacing the wheel tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Adjusting/replacing the lower wheel brush . . . .30
Replacing lower wheel motor belt . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Recommended optional accessories . . . . .31
Parts list & diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33-41
Contact information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

1. Do not operate the bandsaw when tired, distracted
or under the effects of drugs, alcohol or any medi-
cation that impairs reflexes or alertness.
2. The working area should be well lit, clean and free
of debris.
3. Keep children and visitors at a safe distance when
the bandsaw is in operation; do not permit them to
operate the bandsaw.
4. Childproof and tamper proof your shop and all
machinery with locks, master electrical switches
and switch keys, to prevent unauthorized or unsu-
pervised use.
5. Stay alert! Give your work your undivided attention.
Even a momentary distraction can lead to serious
injury.
6. Fine particulate dust is a carcinogen that can be
hazardous to health. Work in a well-ventilated area
and whenever possible use a dust collector. Wear
face, eye, ear, respiratory and body protection de-
vices.
7. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets,
necklaces or other jewelry while the bandsaw is in
operation.
8. Be sure that adjusting wrenches, tools, drinks and
other clutter are removed from the machine and/or
the table surface before operating.
9. Keep hands well away from the blade and all mo-
ving parts. Use a brush, not hands, to clear
away chips and dust.
10. Adjust and position upper and lower blade guides
before starting to cut.Upper blade guide should be
adjusted to approximately 1/8”above the material
to be cut.
11. Adjust blade tension and tracking before starting to
cut.
12. Saw teeth must point down toward the table.
13. Be sure that the blade has gained full operating
speed before starting to cut.
14. Always use a clean, properly sharpened blade.
Dirty or dull blades are unsafe and can lead to
accidents.
15. Use suitable workpiece support if the workpiece
does not have a flat surface.
16. Hold material firmly against the table.
17. Do not work on long stock without adequate sup-
port on the out feed end of the table.
18. If using a power feeder,stop the feeder before stop-
ping the bandsaw.
19. Do not push or force stock into the blade.The band-
saw will perform better and more safely when work-
ing at the rate for which it was designed.
20. Avoid working from awkward or off balance posi-
tions.Do not overreach and keep both feet on floor.
21. Keep guards in place and in working order. If a
guard must be removed for maintenance or clea-
ning be sure it is properly re-attached before using
the tool again.
22. Never leave the machine unattended while it is run-
ning or with the power on.
23. Use of parts and accessories NOT recommended
by General® International may result in equip-
ment malfunction or risk of injury.
24. Never stand on machinery. Serious injury could re-
sult if the tool is tipped over or if the cutting tool is
unintentionally contacted.
25. Always disconnect the machine from the power
source before servicing or changing accessories
such as blades, or before performing any mainte-
nance or cleaning, or if the machine will be left un-
attended.
26. Make sure that the switch is in the“OFF”position be-
fore plugging in the power cord.
27. 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.
28. 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.
Rules for Safe Operation
To help ensure safe operation, please take a moment to learn the machine’s applications and limita-
tions, as well as potential hazards. General® International disclaims any real or implied warranty and
hold itself harmless for any injury that may result from the improper use of it’s equipment.
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