Laguna Tools PRO SERIES User manual

THRIVING ON INNOVATION
Pro Series 4, 6 & 9 Panelsaw Manual
17101 Murphy Avenue, Irvine, CA 92614 www.lagunatools.com 800.234.1976

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Dear Woodworker:
Thank you for your purchase and welcome to the Laguna Tools group of
discriminating woodworkers. I understand that you have a choice of
where to purchase your machines and appreciate the confidence you
have in our products.
Every machine sold by Laguna Tools has been carefully designed and
well thought through from a woodworker’s perspective. I cut on our
bandsaws, lathes, table saws and combination machines. Through my
hands-on experience, I work hard to make our machines better. I
strive to give you machines that inspire you to create works of art.
Machines that are a joy to run and work on. Machines that encourage
your performance.
Today, we offer high-performance machines with innovative solutions
that meet the needs of woodworkers and their ever-evolving craft.
I started Laguna Tools as a woodworker; I still am.
Thank you again for becoming a Laguna Tools customer.
Torben Helshoj
President and Founder - Laguna Tools
Thriving on Innovation

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Table of contents
Page number
Safety Rules 4
Limited warranty 5
Noise emission 6
Specification sheet 7
Receiving your machine 8
Introduction to Table Saws 8
Parts of the Table Saw 9
Where to locate your machine 11
Unpacking your machine 11
Assembly and setup 14
Using and adjusting the machine 31
Maintenance and troubleshooting 34
Electrical drawing 43
Exploded view drawings and parts lists 46

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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 the following 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.

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Limited Warranty
New woodworking machines sold by Laguna Tools carry a one-year warranty
from the date of shipping. Laguna Tools guarantees all new machines 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 the defective item/part to
be returned to Laguna Tools. 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, or misuse/abuse or damage caused when 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. woodworking machine. Warranty may be voided upon the addition of such
noted tools and/or modifications, determined on a case-by-case basis.
Normal user alignment, adjustment, tuning and machine settings are not
covered by this warranty. It is the responsibility of the user to understand
basic woodworking machinery 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, or e-mail. 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.
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 the 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.

Note:- When using a scoring blade, the
machine will only accept a 10” main blade

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Specification sheet.
Note:- The first part of this manual covers the Pro Sliding
Tablesaw [4 foot]. The Pro Series 6ft & 9ft Sliding are covered at
the end of the manual.
Machine Sliding table saw 6’ sliding panel
saw 9’ sliding panel saw
Blade 10” or 12” 10” or 12” 10” or 12”
Dado capacity 13/16” 13/16” 13/16”
Main motor 3 hp220V single
phase 4hp220V single phase 4hp220V single phase
Electrical cable Yes Yes Yes
Cast-iron [ground]
table size 32” X 20” 32” X 20” 32” X 20”
Table height 34” 34” 34”
Weight Shipping/
Net 1250 / 1100lb 1350 / 1200 lb 1600 / 1400 lb
Dust port 4” 4” 4”
Blade guard Yes Yes Yes
Scoring blade
diameter 120mm X 22mm 120mm X 22mm 120mm X 22mm
Scoring motor ¾ hp ¾ hp ¾ hp
Main blade speed 4500 rpm 4500 rpm 4500 rpm
Scoring blade speed 6500 rpm 6500 rpm 6500 rpm
Rip capacity 50” 50” 50”
Sliding table
dimensions 47” X 14” 63” X 14” 106” X 142
Cross-cut capacity 51” 73” 116”
Cutting height 90/45
deg with scoring 3 ½” / 2 1/8” 3 ½” / 2 1/8” 3 ½” / 2 1/8”
Cutting height 90/45
deg. with out scoring 4” / 2 ¾” 4” / 2 ¾” 4” / 2 ¾”

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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.
Introduction to Table Saws.
This Table Saw is designed to give you years of safe service. Read this owner’s
manual in its entirety before assembly or use.

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Parts of the Table Saw.
The major parts are discussed in this manual. If you are not familiar with the
table saw take the time to read this section and become familiar with the
machine.
1. Body.
2. Dust collection port.
3. Angle adjustment handle.
4. Table.
5. Guard.
6. Fence.
7. Extension table.
8. Emergency stop button.
9. Blade height adjustment handle.
10. Electrical box and on/off switches.
11. Clamp.
12. Support table.
13. Sliding table.
14. Miter fence.
Identification.
There is a plate at the back of the machine listing all the manufacturing data
including the serial number, model, etc.
Cabinet / Body.
The cabinet has a large footprint and is of welded construction manufactured
from heavy gauge steel plate. The cabinet houses all the parts of the machine
and the heavy construction ensures that the saw is stable. This weight also helps
to absorb any vibration that is produced during cutting.
Table.
The table is manufactured from cast iron. The table is attached to the cabinet.
The table is adjustable for being level and vertical.
Extension table.
An extension table is provided to increase the range of jobs that can be
produced.

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Trunnion.
The trunnion assembly is attached to the cabinet. It is of heavy cast iron
construction. It houses the motor, saw spindle, riving knife, tilt mechanism,
scoring mechanism and vertical movement adjustment. This is the heart for
your saw.
The advantage of attaching the trunnion to the case rather than the table is that
its weight is supported by the cabinet and will not twist or distort the table.
Electrical system.
The electrical system consists of electrical motors, start switch, stop switch and
contactors. A cable is supplied but without a plug, as the type of plug will
depend on your installation. If you require a longer cable than the one supplied,
the cable that is supplied can be replaced by connecting a new cable to the
contactor box [see electrical connection].
Rip fence.
The fence is designed to give superior rigidity and is adjustable for being
parallel to the blade.
Dust collection.
Dust collection port is 4 in diameter. It connects to the bottom of the trunnion
assembly and collects the sawdust as it leaves the blade. You will need a dust
collection system with a minimum of 1,000 cubic feet per minute [the stronger
the better].
Throat plate.
The throat plate is attached to the main table and is adjustable for being level to
the table.
Sliding table.
The sliding table is manufactured from heavy aluminium extrusion. The table is
supported by ball bearings that roll on polished flat plates. The advantage of the
bearing system is that there is only point contact between the balls and the
plates, which virtually eliminates the problem of dirt building up, and the
sliding table will remain accurate for many years.

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Miter fence.
The miter fence is manufactured from heavy-duty gauge aluminium extrusion.
It is supplied with a flip stop. It can be set at any angle and has built-in stops for
90 and 45 degrees.
Where to locate your machine.
Before you remove your machine from the pallet, 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 surrounding the machine suitable for the length of
wood that you will be cutting.
2. Adequate lighting. The better the lighting the more accurately and safely you
will be able to work
3. Solid floor. You should select a solid flat floor, preferably concrete or
something similar.
4. Locate close to power source and dust collection.
5. Allow an area for the storage of blanks and cut jobs.
Unpacking your machine.
1. Dismantle the box and lift
the box off the pallet.
2.Using the knife, cut the
plastic wrap.
3. Remove all the parts that
have been packed with the
machine.
4. Remove the machine from
the pallet with a forklift.
Note: 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.

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Side table
Sliding table
Extension table
Clamp
Fence extrusion
Fence bars
Side table
What you will receive with your machine.

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Fence body
Tools, etc
Cover
Cleaning the machine.
Remove the rust protection grease with WD 40 or a similar solvent.
It is important that you remove all the grease and relubricate with a Teflon-
based lubricant as Teflon has less tendency to attract sawdust and cause
clogging. You should also wax the table as this also protects the cast iron from
rust and reduces friction.
Leveling the machine.
The machine is provided with 4 leveling
bolts. Move your machine to its final
position, and, using a sprit level on the
table, adjust the leveling bolts so that the
table is level in both directions. Ensure that
the machine does not rock.

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Extension table
Support leg
Jacking screw
Clamping bolt
Gap needs
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ustment Straight edge
No gap; adjusted
correctly
Assembly and setup.
Motor transport bracket.
Remove the red motor support, transport
bracket. This will allow the trunnion to be
moved vertically and angularly.
Fit the extension table.
1. Fit the support leg to the table.
2. Attach the table to the rear of the cast-iron
main table, but do not fully tighten the
clamping bolts.
3. Adjust the foot at the bottom
of the support leg so that it
supports the extension table.
4. Line up the extension table
with the top of the cast-iron main
table, and then check that the
extension table is parallel with
the main table, using a straight
edge.
5. If the table needs adjustment
for parallelism, adjust with the
jacking screws while loosening
the clamping bolts.
6. Once adjustment has been
completed, recheck that the
support leg is in contact with
the ground and that it is taking
the weight of the table. Check
that the clamping bolts are
tight.

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Cover
Fence assembled
Fence scaleFence bar
Fitting the cover.
Fit the cover to the hinge points below the extension table.
Fitting the fence.
1. Fit the fence scale to the side of the
main table.
2. Remove a nut, flat washer and
spring washer from each threaded rod
on the fence bar.
3. Fit the threaded bars through the
holes on the side of the main cast table
and the extension table.
4. Fit the washers and the nuts to the
threaded bars, but do not tighten then
as you have to adjust the bar to be
parallel to the table.
5. Adjust the bar so that it is
approximately ¾ in away from the fence scale and nip

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Fence body
the 2 main table nuts snug. Do not
tighten the extension table nut.
6. Slide the fence body onto the bar and
rest on the main table.
7. Slide the aluminium extrusion onto
the fence body and clamp in position
with the clamping handle.
8. Position the fence close to the front stud. Adjust
the bar vertically so that there is an even gap between
the table and the aluminium extrusion.
Tighten the front stud nuts only.
9. Position the fence close to the back
stud. Adjust the bar vertically so that
there is an even gap between the table
and the aluminium extrusion. Tighten
the back stud nuts only.
10. Adjust the bar nuts so that the
aluminium extrusion is in line with the
edge of the main table. It is better to
adjust the back stud only and in small
steps. Loosen one of the nuts [depending
on the direction required] and tighten the other nut. Check the alignment with a
straight edge at both ends.

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Scale lock knob
11. Recheck that the gap under the
extrusion is still parallel and fully tighten
the nuts on the main table.
12.Tighten the nuts that clamp the bar to
the extension table, making sure that you
do not distort the extension table.
Adjusting the fence scale.
1. Fit a blade to the machine [covered
later in the manual]
2. With no power fitted to the machine,
bring the fence up to the side of the blade
so that it just touches.
3. Loosen the scale locking knob,
[under the scale at the back of the
machine] adjust the scale to zero and
lock the scale.

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Jacking bolt
Locking handle
Straight edge
T bolt
Fitting the sliding table.
1. Fit the T bolts into the slot on the underside of the
sliding table.
2. Ensure that the table is locked.
3. Lower the table onto the machine while guiding
the T bolts into the slots [in the black steel blocks],
and locate the socket head screws into the slots on the
machine. Ensure that the washers are on the correct
side of the bracket.
Make sure that the jacking bolts are not
damaged while assembling the table to the
machine.
4. Fit the nuts and washers onto the T bolts,
but do not tighten.
5. Gently pull the table so that it is up
against the jacking bolt, and check the gap
between the edge of the sliding table and
the main table.
There should be a small gap. It is suggested
that a large washer be used as a guide to
make the gap even at both ends of the table.
6. Tighten the socket head bolt and the T
bolt progressively until the table is secure
and the gap is even at both
ends of the table.

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Allen wrench
7. Unlock the table and check that it runs smoothly from end to end.
8. Using a straight edge, check that the sliding table is level with the main table
[The main table should be 0 in to 0.004 in lower than the sliding table]. The
table comes factory-set, but should adjustment be required, jacking screws are
provided in the black steel block. It is not recommended that the jacking screws
be used as it is far easier to adjust the main table to the sliding table, which is
covered later in the manual.
Sliding table adjustment for being parallel with the saw blade.
The table must run parallel with the saw blade. The gap between the edge of the
sliding table and the table is not important, and the edge of the table may not be
straight as it is an extrusion. To check if the table is running true, clamp a piece
of wood [1in x 1in or 2in x 2in] to the table, using the miter fence clamp. Cut
the wood slowly. The teeth of the saw blade should make contact with the front
and the back of the blade evenly.
Fitting the main saw blade,
scoring blade and riving knife.
Fitting the saw blade.
1. With the power disconnected
from the machine, lock the spindle
by putting the spindle lock rod
through the hole in the main table
and rotating the spindle until the
rod engages with the hole in the
spindle.
2. Using the wrench provided,
loosen the saw blade clamping nut,
remove the nut and the clamping
disc.
Note: The thread is left-hand.
3. Fit the blade ensuring that the
blade’s teeth are facing the correct
direction. The blade cuts in a
clockwise direction.