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laguna 14-Twelve Bandsaw User Manual

laguna 14-Twelve Bandsaw
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14-Twelve
© 2013 Laguna Tools, Inc. All rights reserved.
Part No. MBAND1412-175
LAGUNA TOOLS
17101 Murphy Ave.
Irvine, California 92614
Ph: 800.234.1976
www.lagunatools.com
Bandsaw Manual

Table of Contents

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laguna 14-Twelve Bandsaw Specifications

General IconGeneral
Brandlaguna
Model14-Twelve Bandsaw
CategorySaw
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Rules

Grounding Instructions

Limited Warranty

Noise Emission

Specification Sheet

Receiving Your Machine

Introduction to Bandsaws

Parts of the Bandsaw

Key Machine Components

Description of motor, frame, and table.

Blade Adjustment Systems

Tension handle, tracking window, and guide adjustment.

Blade Guides and Tracking

Systems for stabilizing and tracking the bandsaw blade.

Rip Fence and Dust Port

Components for guiding cuts and dust removal.

Safety Guards and Mechanisms

Essential safety guards and tilt/tension mechanisms.

Optional Features

Details on optional mobility kit and light.

Where to Locate Your Bandsaw

Unpacking Your Machine

Assembly and Set Up

Assembling the bandsaw stand

Instructions for assembling the machine's support stand.

Assembling the mobility kit

Procedure for attaching the optional mobility kit to the stand.

Fitting the stand to the bandsaw

Steps to attach the assembled stand to the main bandsaw unit.

Fitting the table to the bandsaw

Instructions for mounting the table onto the bandsaw.

Table mounting details

Securing the table and fitting adjustment handles.

Fence and Table Rule Installation

Fitting the rip fence and the table measurement rule.

Fitting the table insert

Installing the removable insert for the blade slot.

Testing the Bandsaw

Before starting the machine

Essential checks and precautions before operating the saw.

Connecting the bandsaw to the electricity supply

Steps for connecting the machine to the power source.

Fitting a blade to the bandsaw

Disconnect the power from the bandsaw

Crucial safety step to remove power before blade fitting.

Tracking the blade

Aligning the blade on the wheels for optimal performance.

Tensioning the blade

Procedures for applying the correct tension to the bandsaw blade.

Removing the blade from the bandsaw

Steps to safely detach the bandsaw blade.

Adjusting the blade guides

Adjust the blade guides

General procedure for aligning the blade guides.

Top upper side guides parallel adjustment

Adjusting upper side guides for parallelism with the blade.

Lower blade guide

Instructions for adjusting the lower blade guide assembly.

Using the Bandsaw

Using the bandsaw

Basic operation and capabilities of the bandsaw.

Ripping

Technique for making straight cuts with the grain of the wood.

Adjusting the fence

Procedures for setting up the rip fence for accurate cuts.

Adjusting the table rule

Aligning the measurement rule on the table.

Fence position

Options for setting the fence height (low/high).

Changing the fence height

Adjusting the vertical position of the aluminum fence.

Resawing

Process of cutting a board in half along its height.

Selecting a blade

Guidance on choosing the correct blade for specific tasks.

Rounding the Back of the Blade

Procedure to round the blade back for smoother interaction with guides.

Causes of Blade Breakage

Common reasons for bandsaw blade breakage.

Causes of the blade dulling

Factors contributing to bandsaw blade dullness.

Using a Radius Chart

Chart to determine blade size for specific curve cutting.

How to coil a bandsaw blade

Method One

First method for coiling a bandsaw blade.

Method Two

Second method for coiling bandsaw blades.

Method Three

Third method (steering wheel) for coiling bandsaw blades.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Cleanliness and Tire Care

Keeping the machine clean and maintaining wheel tires.

Guide and Belt Maintenance

Inspecting and caring for blade guides and the drive belt.

Replacing the Drive Belt and Table Insert

Procedures for drive belt replacement and table insert adjustment.

Basic Troubleshooting Checks

Checks for starting issues, rust, and guide adjustments.

Motor and Blade Issues

Troubleshooting motor problems and blade performance.

Operational Faults

Diagnosing and resolving issues like stopping failures and noises.

Blade and Machine Vibrations

Addressing blade overheating and machine vibration problems.

Electrical Drawing

Exploded View Drawings and Parts List

Lower Wheel And Motor Assembly

Exploded view of the lower wheel and motor components.

Stand Assembly

Exploded view of the bandsaw's support stand assembly.

Table and Fence Assembly

Exploded view of the table and fence components.

Upper and Lower Blade Guides Assembly

Exploded view of the blade guide assemblies.

Upper Wheel Assembly

Exploded view of the upper wheel assembly components.

Wheel System: Optional

Exploded view of the optional wheel system.

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