Laguna Tools MJOPL104200 User manual

Machine Manual
Jointer/ Planer Combination
LAGUNA TOOLS
2072 Alton Parkway
Irvine, California 92606
Ph: 800.234.1976
www.lagunatools.com
Model Number: MJOPL104200
© 2017, Laguna Tools, Inc. LAGUNA® and the LAGUNA Logo® are the registered trademarks of Laguna Tools, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Table of contents
Page number
Safety Rules
Warranty
Noise emission
Specification sheet
Receiving your machine
Introduction to your machine
Parts of the machine
Where to locate your machine
Unpacking your machine
Assembly and set up
Adjusting the machine
Using the machine
Maintenance and troubleshooting
Electrical drawing
Exploded view drawings
Exploded view drawings and parts lists

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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
Machine
10”
12”
16”
Motor
2 hp
3 hp
4 hp
Jointer table size
10” X 42”
12” X 63”
16” X 63”
Planer table size
10” X 24”
12” X 30”
16” X 30”
Feed roller
diameter
1 ½”
1 ½”
1 ½”
Cutter head
diameter
3”
3 ¾”
Sher tec
Number of
knives
3
4
105
Fence size
44” X 5 ¼”
44” X 5 ¼”
44” X 5 ¼”
Fence tilt
0 to 45 degrees
0 to 45 degrees
0 to 45 degrees
Dust chute
diameter
4”
4”
4”
Max joining
width
10”
12”
16”
Max cutting
depth
!/8”
3/16”
¼”
Max planning
height
7”
8 ½”
9”
Cutter speed
4800 rpm
4800 rpm
4800 rpm
Volts
220V
220V
220V
Feed speed
26 ft/min
26 ft/min
26 ft/min
Weight
436 lb
760 lb
1000 lb

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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.
Insure 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.
Introduction to Jointer / planers
The Jointer / planers are designed to give you years of safe service. Read this
owner’s manual in its entirety before assembly or use.
The jointer / planer is generally defined as a machine that cuts planks of wood
flat, smooth and parallel. The machine achieves this by the plank being pushed
along a flat table and passing the plank over a revolving cutter head.
There are many types of cutter head but this range of machines uses either a
parallel blade system [12” and 14”]or an inserted cutter type [16”].
Both have advantages and disadvantages.
The insert cutter type has the main advantage of reducing tear out of the grain
but the finish is not as smooth. It is well within the capabilities of a belt sander
to give a professional finish.
The parallel blade system gives a finish without the lines that the insert cutter
system gives but is susceptible to tear out especially on planks with knots. On
balance it is better to use a machine with the insert cutters than the parallel
blades as it greatly reduces the risks of having to scrap valuable wood or
spending excessive time sanding tear out marks.
Additional Instructions for the use of jointer / planers
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 re overlooked or ignored, serious personal
injury may occur.
1. Kickback.
"Kickback" is when the work piece is thrown off the jointer table
by the cutter head. Always use push blocks and safety glasses to reduce the
likelihood of injury from “kickback.”. The "kickback zone" is the path directly

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through the end of the in feed table. Never stand or allow others to stand in this
area during operation. If kick back occurs, severer injury may occur.
2. Cutter head alignment.
To reduce the possibility of kickback. Keep the top edge of the out feed table
aligned with the cutter head knife or insert at top dead centre (TDC).
3. Push blocks.
The cutter heads are extremely dangerous and you must never pass your hands
over the cutter head. Always use push blocks whenever surface planning
4. Supporting the work.
Only make cuts if the work piece is stable and never attempt to cut unstable
planks or injury may occur.
6.Cutting depth.
Never exceed the maximum cutting depth as stated in the specification for your
machine. It is far better to take several small cuts rather than large cuts.
7. Direction of cut
Jointing against the grain or jointing end grain is dangerous and could produce
chatter or excessive chip out. Always joint with the grain.
8.Guards.
Guards are designed to reduce the risk of injury. Always use the guards. If it
is imperative to use the machine without the guards [Rabbeting] always replace
the guards.
9.Cutting direction.
Only cut in the direction from in feed table to out feed table and always
complete the cut. Do not stop the wood progress until the job has cleared the
cutter head completely. Only cut with the grain or at a slight angle to the grain.
10. Stock.
Your safety will be greatly enhanced if you only use good lumber. Only work
with lumber after you have inspected it completely. Staples, Nails Loose knots
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injury and or fire. If you have any question about a piece of lumber do not use
it.
What you will receive with the jointer / planer.
Machine with box removed
Parts
Fence

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Parts of the Jointer / planer
The jointer / planer doe’s not have many parts. The major parts are discussed in
this manual. If you are not familiar with the jointer / planer, take the time to
read this section and become familiar with the machine.
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1. Out feed Table.
2. In feed Table.
3. Fence.
4. Cutter head Guard.
5. Dust port.
6. Planer Table.
7. Depth Scale.
8. Planer Table Height Hand wheel.
9. Body.10. table adjusting handles.
11. Lock.
12. Start & stop switches.
13. Cutter head.
14. Motor.
15. Planer feed lever.
16. Safety micro switch.
17. Emergency stop switch.
18. Serial and data plate.
Out feed Table.
The function of the out feed table is to support the job once it has been
machined by the cutter head. The out feed table must be adjusted level with the
cutter head teeth / blades at top dead centre [TDC].
In feed Table.
The in feed table is adjusted to suit the depth of cut that is required.
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Note:- Never exceed the maximum depth of cut specified for your machine. It
is far safer to take many small cuts rather than one large cut.
Fence.
The fence is used to keep the job square to the cutter head and is also used to
produce angle cuts on the edges of panels. The fence can be adjusted from 0 to
45 degrees.
Cutter head Guard.
The guard is there to protect you. Always adjust the guard to expose only the
minimum amount of cutter to suit the job thickness.
Dust port.
The dust port is designed to allow maximum extraction of saw dust and wood
chippings. Connect a 4” flexible dust collection hose between the machine and
your dust extraction system.
Note:- The stronger the dust collector the better
Planer Table.
The planer table supports the job being machined and is adjustable to suit the
thickness of the job in hand and the depth of cut. Note:- never exceed the
maximum depth of cut for your machine. It is far better to take many smaller
cuts rather than one large cut.
Depth Scale.
The depth scale indicates the distance between the planer table and the bottom
of the cutter head.
Planer Table Height Hand wheel.
The hand wheel adjusts the planer table to the required distance between the
bottom of the cutter head and the plainer table.
Body.
The body of the machine supports all the tables etc. It is manufactured from
heavy gauge steel and provides a heavy base that is designed for rigidity.
Table adjusting handles.
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In feed handle is used to adjust the depth of cut
Out feed handle is used to adjust the table level with the top of the cutter head
when on top dead centre.
Lock handle.
The lock handle is used to lock planer table in position once the required setting
has been set.
Start & stop switches.
The switches are used to start and stop the machine.
Cutter head
There are two types of cutter head depending on the machine that you have
parallel blade system [12” and 14”]or an inserted cutter type [16”].
Motor.
Planer feed lever
The plainer feed lever engages or disengages the plainer feed rollers.
Safety micro switch.
This safety switch ensures that the machine will not start with the tables in the
open position and the dust chute not in the up position.
Emergency stop switch.
This switch like all emergency stop switches removes power to the motor.
Serial and data plate.
This plate is mounted on the side of the machine.
Where to locate your Machine
Before you remove your machine from the pallet, select the area where you

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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 at the front and back of 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.
Unpacking your 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.
WARNING: EXTREAM CAUTION MUST BE USED BECAUSE THE
BANDING WILL SPRING AND COULD CAUSE INJURY.
2. Lift the box off and discard.
3. Using the knife, cut the plastic wrap from the top. The fence
and accessories that were ordered could be attached to the side of the
machine and extreme caution must be taken that the parts do not fall and

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cause injury or damage. Remove them in order from the top and set
aside.
4. Remove the base mounting bolts that secure the machine to the pallet. To
access the mounting bolts you must remove the front cover.
Lifting bolt holes
Pallet bolt
5. It is recommended that the machine be
removed from the pallet by lifting it with
a hoist or forklift. Fit the lifting eyes in
the tapped holes provided [holes shown
above]. Place a sling through the lifting
eyes and lift vertically. Remove the pallet
and lower to the floor. The machine can
be lifted using a forklift truck, sliding it
onto the forks or by using a forklift
“SLING”, with a lifting capability of
2,000 lb (900kg). If no lifting device is
available, the machine can be removed from the pallet as follows:
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.
With two or more people, move the machine so that the base of the machine is
over the edge of the pallet. Tilt the machine away from the pallet so that the
base of the machine touches the floor, slide the pallet from under the machine
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and then move the machine to the vertical position so that it is completely
resting on the floor
Assembly & set up
Levelling bolts
1. Raise the machine off the ground on to
wooden blocks.
2. Fit a levelling bolt to the 4 corners of the
machine.
3. Lower the machine to the ground and place
a spirit level on the table of the machine.
4. Adjust the bolts until the spirit level shows that the table is level in both
directions and that the machine will not rock.
5. Note:- If you move the machine you may find that the levelling bolts will
need to be readjusted.
Fitting the mortiser chuck guard
Fit the mortiser chuck guard even if you have
no chuck fitted. This will protect the threads at
the end of the cutter spindle and also protect
you from the spinning shaft.
Fitting the fence
Levelling foot
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Fence clamp screw
Fence clamp knob/
Fence fitted 90 degrees
Fit the fence as shown. The fence can
be adjusted from vertical to 45 degrees
by loosening the angle clamp knob
moving to the required angle and re
clamping the knob.
To move the fence in or out, loosen the
fence clamping knob, move to the
required position and re clamp.
Fitting the cutter guard
Angle clamp knob
Fence fitted

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Guard clamp handle
Guard protector Fence clamp
screw
Guard angle adjusting screw
Guard arm angle adjusting screw
1. Fit the guard arm to the machine in the position shown.
2. Holding the guard protector in position slide the guard into the arm and
clamp in position with the clamp screw.
3. The guard arm is adjustable in the vertical plane with the adjusting screw.
This will allow you to adjust the guard so that it just clears the plank being
machined and give maximum protection.
4. The guard is adjustable [angle adjustment] to allow you to adjust the guard
parallel to the bed of the machine once the arm has been adjusted.
Connecting the electrical supply.

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Power cable
Note:- A qualified electrician must carry out the installation.
Ensure that the main supply corresponds with
that of the machine [Single phase 220 V].
It is recommended that you use a 30-amp mains
breaker & a 30amp NEMA 6-30p plug.
If you need a longer cable than that supplied on
the machine, you can connect a new cable into
the internal power termination.
It is recommended that number 12 cable is used
for installation up to 15’and installations 15’ to
30’ use number 10-gauge cable.
Note:- The machine is not normally supplied
with an electrical plug, as the type of plug will
be dependent on the installation. If a plug is
supplied that is not a NEMA 6-30P remove and replace with NEMA6-30p.
Converting the machine from a jointer to a planer
Machine with tables open
Table lock shown unlocked
Table lock shown locked
To convert the machine from a jointer to plainer
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Note:- the out feed table has a lock bar attached and has to be lifted first.
Note:- The out feed table contacts a safety micro switch and the dust collection
hood when in the plainer position also contacts the switch. This is a safety
feature ensuring that the power is disconnected from the motor with the tables
in the vertical position and the dust collection hood in the jointer position
Note:- The planer table has to be lowered to the bottom of its travel before
moving the hood.
Out feed lock bar
Plainer power feed disengaged
Dust hood retaining clip
Dust hood retaining roll pin
Plainer power feed engaged
2. To start the power feeder move the plainer power feeder lever to the engaged
position.
3. To convert the machine from planer to jointer, reverse the above procedure,
ensuring that when the dust hood is moved to the jointer position that the