Laguna Tools Smartshop II Series User manual

Smartshop II Manual
LAGUNA TOOLS
2072 Alton Parkway
Irvine, California 92606
Ph: 800.234.1976
www.lagunatools.com
SmartShop ll 4'x8' - 6 HP Spindle 10HP Vacuum CNC Router
SmartShop ll 4'x8' - 7.5HP Spindle 10HP Vacuum CNC Router
SmartShop ll 5'X10' - 7.5HP spindle CNC Router
SmartShop ll 4'x8' - 11HP HSD Spindle 10HP Vacuum CNC Router w/ATC
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MCNC SS2 4X8 liquid ATC-0158
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Table of contents.
Page number
Safety Rules
4
Warranty
5
Noise Emission
6
Specification Sheet
6
Receiving Your CNC Router
6
Introduction to Your CNC Router
6
Parts of Your CNC Router
7
What You Receive with Your CNC Router
9
Where to Locate Your CNC Router
9
Unpacking Your CNC Router
10
Assembly and Setup
11
Machine Operation
15
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
52
Machine Drawing
58
Wiring Drawings
59

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Safety Rules
As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with the
operation and use. Using it with caution will considerably lessen the
possibility of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are
overlooked or ignored, personal injury to the operator may result. If
you have any questions relative to the installation and operation, do not
use the equipment until you have contacted your supplying distributor.
Read carefully before operating the machine.
1. Keep the working area clean and be sure adequate lighting is
available.
2. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets, necklaces or
ornaments. Wear face, eye, respiratory and body protection
devices as indicated for the operation or environment.
3. Be sure that the power is disconnected from the machine before
tools are serviced or an attachment is to be fitted or removed.
4. Never leave the machine with the power on.
5. Do not use dull, gummy or cracked cutting tools.
6. Be sure that the keys and adjusting wrenches have been removed
and all the nuts and bolts are secured.

Limited Warranty
New machines and accessories sold by Laguna Tools carry a one-year warranty
effective from the date of shipping. Machines sold through dealers must be registered
with Laguna Tools within 30 days of purchase to be covered by this warranty. Laguna
Tools guarantees all new machines and accessories sold to be free of manufacturers’
defective workmanship, parts and materials. We will repair or replace, without charge,
any parts determined by Laguna Tools, Inc. to be a manufacturer’s defect. We require
that the defective item/part be returned to Laguna Tools with the complaint. Any
machines returned to Laguna Tools must be returned with packaging in the same
manner in which it was received. If a part or blade is being returned it must have
adequate packaging to ensure no damage is received during shipping. In the event the
item/part is determined to be damaged due to lack of maintenance, cleaning or
misuse/abuse, the customer will be responsible for the cost to replace the item/part,
plus all related shipping charges. This limited warranty does not apply to natural
disasters, acts of terrorism, normal wear and tear, product failure due to lack of
maintenance or cleaning, damage caused by accident, neglect, lack of or inadequate
dust collection, misuse/abuse or damage caused where repair or alterations have been
made or attempted by others.
Laguna Tools, Inc. is not responsible for additional tools or modifications sold or
performed (other than from/by Laguna Tools, Inc.) on any Laguna Tools, Inc.
machine. Warranty maybe voided upon the addition of such described tools and/or
modifications, determined on a case-by-case basis.
Software purchased through Laguna Tools Inc. is not covered under this warranty
and all technical support must be managed through the software provider. Software is
non-refundable.
Normal user alignment, adjustment, tuning and machine settings are not covered by
this warranty. It is the responsibility of the user to understand basic machinery
operation, settings and procedures and to properly maintain the equipment in
accordance with the standards provided by the manufacturer.
Parts, under warranty, are shipped at Laguna Tools, Inc.’s cost either by common
carrier, FEDEX ground service or a similar method. Technical support to install
replacement parts is primarily provided by phone, fax, e-mail or Laguna Tools
Customer Support Website. The labor required to install replacement parts is the
responsibility of the user.
Laguna Tools is not responsible for damage or loss caused by a freight company or
other circumstances not in our control. All claims for loss or damaged goods must be
notified to Laguna Tools within twenty-four hours of delivery. Please contact our
Customer Service Department for more information.
Only new machines sold to the original owner are covered by this warranty.
For warranty repair information, call 1-800-332-4094.

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Noise emission.
Notes concerning noise emission:
Given that there exists a relationship between noise level and exposure times, it
is not precise enough to determine the need for supplementary precautions. The
factors affecting the true level of exposure to operators are clearly the amount of
time exposed, the characteristics of working environment other sources of dust
and noise etc. For example, adjacent machines in other words the level of
ambient noise. It is possible that exposure level limits will vary from country to
country.
Specification sheet.
Note: The specification will depend on the machine that is
ordered. Most machines are made to order, and therefore, the
specification will vary depending on the machine you require.
Note: This manual is designed to cover the general use of
SmartShop ll CNC machines and some pitchers may be different
to the machine that you receive. The general principles apply to
the SmartShop ll machine.
Receiving your machine.
Note. It is probable that your machine will be delivered by a third party. Before
you unpack your new machine, you will need to first inspect the packing, invoice,
and shipping documents, supplied by the driver.
Ensure that there is no visible damage to the packing, or the machine. You need
to do this prior to the driver leaving. All damage must be noted on the delivery
documents and signed by you and the delivery driver. You must then contact the
seller, Laguna Tools, within 24 hours. It is probable that you will find sawdust on
your SmartShop II. Laguna endeavors to test all machines prior to shipping.
Introduction to CNC machines.
The CNC is designed to give you years of safe service. Read this owner’s
manual in its entirety before assembly or use.
The advantage of the CNC machine is that it can, in most cases, fully machine
the complete job without it being removed from the table so that you have
finished parts of high accuracy that are totally repeatable.
It can also produce intricate carvings with the purchase of the relevant software.
Nesting is also a valuable feature of CNC machining that saves on waste and
costs. It is possible to reduce the amount of different machines in the shop, as
the CNC will perform a multiple of functions and is a must for cabinet makers and
serious woodworkers.

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Parts of the SmartShop ll.
Router spindle Bed Gantry Vacuum table
Controller/Electrical cabinet Oiler Frame Vacuum switches

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Tool changer
Caterpillar tracks
1. Bed.
The bed of the machine consists of a heavy steel frame with a plastic top that is
slotted for the vacuum function. The table has “T-Slots” in the table, which are
used to clamp the job or fixtures to the bed.
2. Gantry.
The gantry straddles the bed and carries the router spindle motion system. It is
moved along the length of the bed by a precision rack-and-pinion system that is
controlled by the machine controller.
3. Router Spindle.
The router spindle is moved along the gantry by a precision rack-and-pinion
system that is controlled by the machine controller. The router spindle is moved
vertically by a precision ball screw system that is controlled by the machine
controller.
4. Frame.
The frame is a heavy welded construction that supports all the other parts of the
machine.

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5. Controller/Electrical cabinet.
The Controller/Electrical cabinet is located on the side of the machine enclosure
and houses all the electrical components for controlling and powering the
machine.
6. Caterpillar track.
The caterpillar track runs along the side of the machine and across the gantry in
a trough and carries all the electrical cables and the spindle cooling tubes if
water-cooled spindle is fitted.
7. Water pump.
The water pump provides coolant for the router spindle motor (if fitted). Running
the router spindle without the cooling pump running can lead to spindle bearing
failure.
8. Vacuum table.
Vacuum table has 6 zones for flexible use.
9. Tool changer.
Tool changer has 8 stations to accommodate a large range of tools.
10. Oiler.
The oiler connects to all the relevant slides on the machine and when pumped by
hand will lubricate all the relevant slides.
Additional instructions for the use of the CNC machine.
Like all machines, there is danger associated with the machine. Injury is
frequently caused by lack of knowledge or familiarity. Use this machine with
respect. If normal safety precautions are overlooked or ignored, serious personal
injury may occur. As the CNC is under the control of the onboard machine
controller, it is important that you are clear of the cutter when operating the
machine.
What you will receive with the machine.
What is supplied with your machine will depend on the specification of the
machine and extras that you order.
Where to locate your machine.
Before you unpack your machine, select the area where you will use your
machine. There are no hard-and-fast rules for its location, but below are a few
guidelines.
1. There should be an area around the machine suitable for the length of wood
that you will be machining.
2. Adequate lighting. The better the lighting, the more accurate and safely you
will be able to work
3. Solid floor. You should select a solid flat floor, preferably concrete or
something similar.
4. Close to power source and dust collection.

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Unpack the machine.
To unpack your machine, you will need tin snips, knife and a wrench.
1. Using the tin snips, cut the banding that is securing the machine to the pallet (if
fitted).
WARNING: EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE USED BECAUSE THE
BANDING WILL SPRING AND COULD CAUSE
INJURY.
2. Remove the box from the CNC machine if fitted
and any other packaging material. The parts
ordered with the machine will be packed on or
inside the machine.
Note: The machine is heavy, and if you have any
doubt about the described procedure, seek
professional assistance. Do not attempt any
procedure that you feel is unsafe, or that you do
not have the physical capability of achieving.
3. Use a forklift with sufficient lifting capacity and
forks that are long enough to reach the complete
width of the machine.
4. Remove the securing bolts that attach the machine
to the pallet (if fitted).
5. Approaching the machine from the side and lift the
machine on the frame, taking care that there are no
cables or pipes in the area of the forks.
6. Move the machine to the required position and
lower gently to the floor.
7. Level the machine so that all the supporting feet are
taking the weight of the machine and no rocking is
taking place.
Lock nut
Supporting foot
Supporting foot

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Assembly and setup.
Cleaning the machine.
The machine is shipped with the non-
painted surfaces protected from rust by
a film of grease. The grease must be
removed with WD40 or similar, as it
attracts sawdust and dirt. The surfaces
should then be coated with a 30W oil or
wax and any excess removed.
Fitting the dust hose.
1. Fit the dust shroud to the two air
cylinder rods and clamp in position with
the clamping nuts.
2. Fit a 4-inch (not supplied) dust hose to
the dust shroud and secure with the
clamp. Ensure that it is tight; it is very
inconvenient to have it fall off during
production.
3. The head of the machine will move
across the complete table, and the dust
hose will follow the head. If there is
insufficient slack, the hose may break or
damage the dust shroud. It is suggested
that the hose be suspended from
the ceiling of the shop with
sufficient slack so that it will not
restrict movement. It will also be
out of the way and not causing a
trip hazard.
Electrical connections for the
machine.
There are two electrical cables.
One is the main power cable and
has no plug fitted, as it will be
dependent on your installation.
Ensure that when installing the
electrical supply to the machine
that 220v three-phase is supplied.
It is not possible to recommend a
breaker size, as this will be
dependent on the specification of
the machine that you purchase.
Air cylinder rods
Dust shroud Dust hose
Main power cable (Plug /cable not
supplied)
Water pump socket (if fitted)

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Note: When wiring the machine to your electrical system, keep your cable as
short as possible, and the cable should not be allowed to run along the floor, as
this will cause a trip hazard.
The second cable has a female electrical socket for connection to the water
pump (if fitted).
Note: A qualified electrician must carry out the electrical installation.
Compressed air connection.
The machine is supplied with an air regulator. The
input air regulator regulates the air pressure that
is supplied to the machine.
You will require an air supply that can deliver a
constant minimum pressure of 85 psi. The input
air regulator will need to be adjusted to 85 psi
once you have connected your air supply to the
machine.
Note: No air pipe is supplied, as the length will
depend on your installation.
To adjust the air pressure, pull the cap out (up)
and rotate until the gauge reads the correct
pressure. Once the pressure is adjusted, push the cap in.
Note: It is strongly recommended that 90 psi is supplied to the SmartShop II and
that the regulator then be set to 85 psi. This will ensure that the machine always
has the minimum required air pressure. The input regulator has a moisture trap
that must be emptied each day.
Note: It is important that the air that is supplied to the machine is clean and dry.
The machine will not perform consistently if the air is wet or dirty, as any dirt and
moisture will block the valves. Wet, damp or dirty air will damage your machine
and cause inconsistent performance.
Note: The pneumatic system does not need any type of lubricant. Some types of
lubricant can damage the machine and
compromise the machine’s functions.
Note: During maintenance, always disconnect
the air supply.
Fitting the vacuum pump.
The machine is provided with a 2-inch hose for
connection to your vacuum pump. The pipe is
connected to the manifold located under the
table. Connect the other end to your vacuum
pump. Ensure that it is clamped securely.
Air regulator
Vacuum pipe

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Connecting the water pipes to the pump (if ordered).
Note: Never run the water-cooled motor without the cooling being
connected, or the motor could be damaged. It is recommended that the
pump be run for at least 5 minutes after the motor has been switched off to
remove any residual heat.
There are two water tubes that come out of the caterpillar track. These are used
to provide cooling for liquid-cooled router spindle.
You will connect one to the water pump, and the other will be placed in the water
container for the return water. It is not important which pipe is used as the return.
1. Fit the connector to the pump.
2. Connect one of the pipes to the water pump by pushing the pipe into the
connector. Lightly pull on the pipe to ensure that it is connected correctly.
Fill a container about 3/4 full with clean water.
3. Lower the water pump into the container, ensuring that it is the correct way up
(water inlet lowest) and place the water return pipe into the container.
The logical position for the water container is just behind the control box close to
the caterpillar track. Ensure that it is close to the machine, as you do not want to
kick the container and spill the water.
Once the assembly is complete and the water pump electrical connection has
been made, plug the pump into the machine water pump socket, lift the water
return pipe up and check that the water is flowing.
Place the lid onto the container to keep dust and dirt out of the container.
Check the container periodically, as the
water will evaporate.
Note: If water-cooled spindles are run
without cooling, they could be damaged
and fail.
Note: You will need to provide a coolant
tank with a minimum capacity of 5
gallons. If the shop temperature is high,
the tank size will have to be larger. If
your shop is likely to be subject to
freezing temperatures, antifreeze must
be added to the cooling water.
Pump
Pipe connector
Fit connector
Fit electrical plug
Pump in water container

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Fitting the router bit into the router head.
Note: Before changing or fitting the router
bit, always disconnect the power from the
machine.
1. Select a router bit and its relevant collet.
2. Fit the collet into the spindle nut. Press the
collet into the spindle nut until it snaps into
place.
Note: The router bit must not be fitted into the
collet until the collet has been fitted into the
spindle nut. With the router bit fitted into the
collet, the collet cannot compress and snap into
the spindle nut.
The face of the collet and the face of the spindle nut will
be close to flush.
Note: To remove the collet, hold the spindle nut and
press the collet on the side. The collet will compress and
pop out. Do not try to remove the collet while a cutter is
fitted, as the collet will not compress and pop out.
3. Fit the spindle nut and collet assembly onto the tool
holder and thread by hand.
4. Press the bit into the collet, but note that the flute of the
router bit must not be inside the collet and should be a minimum of 1/16" outside
the collet.
5. Hold the router
spindle and
tighten the collet
with a wrench. Do
not over tighten.
Note: Use this
process for all
other router bits
that you need to
fit,but you will
have to change the collet if the shank of the router bit is a different size.
Note: Keep your collets clean and blow all dust out of the slots. Fine dust
accumulates and will affect the clamping action.
Tool holder Collet Nut
Spindle nut Wrench Tool
Collet fitted to
spindle nut

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Machine Operation.
Manual tool release.
The tool holder can be released from the spindle
manually by pressing the green manual release
button.
Note: When the green manual release button is
pressed, the clamping method is released and the
tool will fall out. Place your hand so that the tool
holder (not the cutter) is supported.
To manually insert a tool holder, hold the tool
holder in the spindle hole while holding the green
manual release button. Once the green manual
release button is released, the tool holder will be
pulled up into the spindle hole and clamped in position.
Note: You will notice that there is air escaping from
the spindle hole. This is to blow any dust out of the
spindle hole and keep it clean.
Note: Keep the tool holders clean, lubricated with
Teflon.
Note: The spindle hole is susceptible to rust and
must be kept clean and lubricated with a Teflon
lubricant.
Note: Depending on the option/model that you
purchased, the manual tool release button may be
located on the gantry.
Manual release button
Manual tool release
button

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Types of router bits.
There are five basic types of router bits: straight, up shear, down shear,
combination (also called compression), and form tools
(round over, ogee, etc.).
1. Straight Router Bits.
These are the standard router bits that are commonly
used with handheld routers and are readily available at
home centers.
2. Up Shear Router Bits.
These bits have flutes that are spiraled upward (a
standard twist drill is an example of this type of bit). This bit design removes the
chips from the kerf but have a tendency to chip the top surface, especially
veneers or melamine surfaces.
Ball nose Router Bits are a variation of the up shear bit design but have a
radiused end. These bits are typically used for 3D surfacing applications.
3. Down Shear Router Bits.
These bits are similar to the up shear but with an opposite spiral that actually
tends to pack the chips into the kerf. These bits prevent chipping the material
surface, especially with veneers or melamine surfaces.
4. Combination (Compression) Router Bits.
These bits combine the advantages of both up shear and down shear designs.
The top section of the tool is down shear to prevent chipping the top surface of
the material, and the lower part of the bit is up shear to prevent chipping the
bottom surface of the material.
Combination Router Bits are the preferred configuration for machining veneered
plywood as well as melamine-surfaced products. A variation of the bit is called
the “Mortising Compression” router bit. With this bit, the up shear portion of the
bit is less than 1/4" in length so that the bit can be used on 1/4" veneered
plywood and for dados.
5. Form Router Bits.
Form Router Bits typically are available in standard profiles such as round over,
ogee, etc. Router bits that have a shape associated with them would be classified
with this group.
Router bits

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Home switches.
There are three switches that determine the home position of the router head.
The switches are factory set, and no adjustment should be required. If
adjustment is required, contact your service technician prior to conducting any
adjustment.
Z axis home switch
Y axis home switch
X axis home switch
Y axis home switch
X axis home switch

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Optional location pins [optional].
The machine can be supplied with five pneumatic-activated location pins. The
pins can be extended or retracted by activating the foot switch. The pins are used
as a convenient way to locate a sheet onto the vacuum table.
Location pins Foot activation switch
Automatic tool contact button
Tool clips
Location pin (deactivated)
Location pin (activated)
Foot activation
switch

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Tool changer and automatic tool contact button.
The tool changer consists of a number of tool spindle docking stations (up to a
maximum of 8, depending on what was ordered with the machine). The machine
knows the location of the docking stations and will retrieve and deposit tool
spindles as commanded by the program that it is running. Each time that a cutter
is inserted into a tool spindle, the distance to the tip of the tool is different. The
machine is provided with an automatic tool contact button that, when used, will
tell the machine the exact dimension of the tip of the tool in relation to the tool
spindle.
Automatic Z origin point (tool touch-off).
The machine is provided with an automatic tool
height adjustment. To activate the automatic
tool height adjustment, access the tools screen
and press "execute tool touch off" button.
This will cause the machine to move to the TTO
position, then move down slowly. Once the
cutter touches the contact button, electrical
contact is made, and the cutter will move up
away from the contact button. The machine
now knows the height of the cutter.
There is also a manual method that is detailed
bellow.
1. Fit a flat bottom router bit to the spindle.
2. Jog (Z) the tip of the tool down so that it is
just above the top of the spoil board.
3. Step down in slow mode while turning the router collet by hand in the reverse
direction.
As you feel pressure, stop jogging down.
Note. Do not turn the router bit, as it is sharp and could cause injury.
4. Select the distance mode and enter 0.0254mm (0.0001"). Press Z+ (UP) and
rotate the cutter in the reverse direction until the cutter is free to move and there
is no drag. The cutter is now within 0.0001" above the spoil board.
5. Press TOOLS button to go to the tool page, then press "TEACH TOOL
LOCATION" and then press "SET TOOL DATA."
6. When touching off from the spoilboard, it is necessary to set the Z Spoil to
zero. To do that, go to TOOLS>>NEXT>>press the box labelled Z spoil. enter 0.
7. Jog the router bit up or press the origin button to move the router bit up and to
the origin point.
Contact button

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Control panel.
Emergency stop button Electrical On/Off switch
Display Vacuum On/Off switch USB socket Spindle frequency display
The control panel houses the main interface to the machine.
1. Display.
2. Vacuum On/Off switch. This turns the vacuum on and off.
3. USB socket. This is used to input programs into the controller.
4. Emergency stop button.
To reset the emergency stop, twist clockwise and it will pop out.
5. Electrical On/Off switch.
The electrical On/Off switch connects the controller to the electrical supply and
starts the processor.
Loading a program into the machine.
1. Load your program into your USB drive.
2. Fit the USB into the USB slot.
3. Press the PROG. button. This will take you to the program page.
4. Press ACCESS USB button. The "active program" box will display the name of
the first program on your USB.
5. Use the arrow keys to select a file.
6. Press the copy button to copy the file.
7. Press Access Card button.
8. Use arrow keys to select a file.
9. Press RUN button to go to the run screen
10. Ensure that you are cleared of the machine. The spindle will start to
rotate and could cause injury.
11. Press START button. The machine will start running the G code
Turning on the machine.
Note: Before you turn on the machine, remove all tools and other objects from
the machine table.
Release the emergency stop by twisting clockwise, and it will pop out.
Turn the On/Off switch to turn the power on. The SmartShop ll display will light
up.
Press HOME MACHINE button
Make sure that the table surface is clear of obstructions.