Laguna Tools 18CX User manual

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Owner’s Manual
18CX Bandsaw
MBAND18CX110175

2072 Alton Parkway Irvine, CA 92606 U.S.A.
825 Bistline Drive, West Columbia, SC 29172 U.S.A
For Customer Service: [phone] or email [email protected]
Registration
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Length of Warranty
All new machines and optional accessories sold through an authorized dealer carry a two-year warranty eective the date of
receiving the product. Machines sold for either commercial or industrial use have a one-year warranty. Wearable parts like
throat plates, band-saw guides, etc., have a ninety-day warranty.
Aside from being free of defects upon receiving, consumable parts, like cutters and abrasives, are not covered by this
warranty unless otherwise stated by Laguna Tools. These parts are designed to be used at the expense of the operator and
are available for replacement or inventory purchase. The determination of a consumable part will be made on a case-by-case
basis by Laguna Tools.
2 Year – New Machines Sold Through an Authorized Dealer
2 Year – Accessories Sold as Machine Options (excluding blades)
1 Year – Machines Sold for Commercial or Industrial Use
1 Year – Blades and Accessories outside of Machine Options
90 Days – Wearable Parts
Who is Covered
The applicable warranty covers only the initial purchaser of the product from the date of receiving the product. To le such
claims, the original purchaser must present the original receipt as proof of purchase.
What is Covered
The warranty covers any defects in the workmanship of all parts and materials that make up the machine unless otherwise
specied. Any part, determined by Laguna Tools®, to have a defect will be repaired or replaced (and shipped), without
charge. The defective item must be returned to Laguna Tools with the complaint and proof of purchase and in the original
packaging. In the event the item is determined to be not covered by this warranty, the customer will be responsible for the
cost to replace the item/part and all related shipping charges.
Warranty Limitations
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, or inadequate dust collection. The warranty may be
voided against proof of misuse/abuse, damage caused where repair or alterations have been made or attempted by others,
using the product for purposes other than those described as intended use (unless with consent by Laguna Tools®), modi-
cation to the product, or use with an accessory that was not designed for the product. 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 in this manual.
Shipping Damage
Laguna Tools® is not responsible for damage or loss caused by a freight company or other circumstances not in the direct
control of Laguna Tools. All shipping-related claims for loss or damage goods must be made to Laguna Tools within twen-
ty-four hours of delivery.
How to Receive Support
To le a warranty claim, please contact the warranty department at 1-949-474-1200. To receive customer service or technical
support please contact the customer service department at 1-800-332-4094. Warranty parts are shipped at the expense of
Laguna Tools either by common carrier, FedEx ground services or similar method. Technical support to install replacement
parts is primarily provided by phone, fax, email, or the Laguna Tools Customer Support Website.

A
Variable Speed Hand Wheel (to adjust
speed). NOTE: Only adjust speed when the
saw is turned on and running.
B
Speed Indicator
C
Gear Plate Lock (to lock the speed in place).
WARNING: You must engage this lock
directly after adjusting the speed.
D
Higher Limit Stop
E Speed gearing tab. Engage left for low gear
(lower blade speed range). Engage right for
high gear (faster blade speed range).
F
Oil indication window
G
Spindle pulley assembly sleeve
H
V-Belt
NOT SHOWN: Oil fill plug. Identified with red cap
on top gear box.
Blade Speed Ranges in surface feet per minute
(FPM)
High Gear Range
1200 - 3500 FPM
Low Gear Range
100 – 290 FPM
The variable speed of this bandsaw is achieved
using a spindle pulley assembly sleeve and a gear
box. When adjusting the speed with the hand wheel,
the beveled spindle pullies move relative as a v-belt
moves up (or down) the diameter of the pullies as
the gap expands. There are two gear sets available
on the 18CX saw. To switch between the two:
Use Caution: Adjust the speed gearing with the saw
turned off. Adjust the speed (with hand wheel) only
while the saw is in on and running. Vice
-Versa will
cause damage to the machine and could injure the
operator
Use Caution:
Never start the 18CX saw with slack
in the belt. Doing so can cause machine damage as
the belt is forced to pull through the slack.
CHANGING THE SPEED GEARING (SAW TURNED
OFF)
1. Turn the saw in the off position. Make sure it
stays off while changing the gearing.
2. Adjust from high to low or from low to high. The
middle setting has no action. NOTE: If the gear
is stubborn to move, use caution and slightly
turn the lower wheel of the bandsaw. Doing this
simultaneously while attempting to change the
gearing works best.
1. Turn the saw in the off position. Make sure it
stays off while changing the gearing.
2. Adjust from high to low or from low to high. The
middle setting has no action. If the adjustment is
stubborn, remember that these are gear cogs
fitting into one another. Turn the lower bandsaw
wheel and re-try. It works best to apply force to
the adjustment handle and slowly spin the
bandsaw wheel, simultaneously.
A
B
D
C
F
E
H
G
HIGH
LOW

CHANGING THE BLADE SPEED WITH THE HAND
WHEEL (SAW ON, AND RUNNING)
1. Make sure the saw is geared (high or low) and
turn the saw on.
2. With the saw powered on, running, and in either
the high or low gear setting (not neutral),
disengage the gear plate lock (Index C) by
rotating CCW ¼- to ½ turn.
3. Slowly rotate the handwheel CW to increase the
speed, or CCW to decrease the speed.
4. Reengage the lock immediately after adjusting
speed.
1,2. With the saw turned on, geared and running,
disengage the disengage the gear plate lock (Index
C) by rotating CCW ¼- to ½ turn. USE CAUTION:
loosening the too much will cause excessive play
and could result in damage.
3. Slowly rotate the handwheel CW to increase the
speed, or CCW to decrease the speed.
5. Reengage the lock immediately after adjusting
speed. WARNING: You must engage this lock
directly after adjusting the speed.

Index
Part No
Item Description
Specification
Qty
Upper Wheel Assembly
1
PBAND18BX2203-1
Hex Nut
5/8-18UNF-LH
1
2
PBAND18BX2203-2
Ball Bearing
6204LLU
2
4
PBAND18BX2203-4
PU Tire
1
5
PBAND18BX2203-5
Upper Wheel
1
6
PBAND18BX2203-6
Upper Wheel Shaft
1
7
PBAND18BX2203-7
Upper Wheel Shaft Bracket
1
9
PBAND1412-175-9
Socket Head Cap Screw
3/8”-16x5/8"
1
10
PBAND18BX2203-10
Sliding Bracket
1
11
PBAND18BX2203-11
Hex Cap Screw
M8x80
1
12
PBAND1412-175-170
Switch Plate
1
13
PBAND18BX2203-13
Bushing
1
14
PBAND18BX2203-14
Nylon Inserted Lock Nut
M8
1
15
PBAND18BX2203-15
Pointer
1
16
PBAND18BX2203-16
Special Bolt
2
17
PBAND18BX2203-17
Spring
1
18
PBAND18BX2203-18
Bracket
1
19
PBAND1412-175-19
Pin
Ø4x20
1
20
PBAND18BX2203-20
Adjusting Screw
1
21
PBAND18BX2203-21
Blade Tension Arm Assembly
1
22
PBAND18BX2203-22
Support Block
1
23
PBAND1412-175-23
Plate
1
24
PBAND1412-175-24
Handle
1
25
PBAND1412-175-25
Door Hinge Set
2
25.1
PBAND1412-175-25-1
Door Hinge, Left
2
25.2
PBAND1412-175-25-2
Door Hinge, Right
2
25.3
PBAND1412-175-25-3
Socket Head Cap Screw
M5x0.8x35
2
25.4
PBAND1412-175-25-4
Nylon Inserted Lock Nut
M5x0.8
2
26
PBAND1412-175-26
Screw
M3.5x10mm
10
27
PBAND1412-175-27
Hex Nut
#10-24
4
28
PBAND1412-175-28
Lock Washer
#10
4
29
PBAND1412-175-29
Flat Washer
#10
4
30
PBAND1412-175-30
Tracking Window
2
31
PBAND1412-175-31
Screw
#10-24×1/2"
4
32
PBAND1412-175-32
Hex Nut
1/4”-20
1
33
PBAND1412-175-33
Door Stud
1
34
PBAND18BX2203-34
Tension Gauge
1
35
MBAND14BX110-175-35
Phillips Flat Head Screw
M3x6
6
36
MBAND14BX110-175-36
ON/ OFF Switch
1
37
PBAND1412-175-37
Screw
M5x0.8x16
2

38
PBAND1412-175-38
Outlet
1
39
PBAND1412-175-39
Washer, Lock-Int. Tooth
M5
3
40
MBAND14BX110-175-40
Contactor
1
41
PBAND1412-175-41
Hex Cap Screw
1/4"-20x5/8"
4
42
PBAND1412-175-42
Lock Washer
1/4"
4
43
PBAND1412-175-43
Set Screw
1/4"-20x3/8"
2
44
PBAND18BX2203-44
Handwheel
1
45
PBAND1412-175-45
Screw
1/4"-20x3/4"
1
46
PBAND1412-175-46
Lock Knob
1
47
PBAND18CX110175-47
Saw Body
1
48
PBAND1412-175-48
Lock Knob
1
49
PBAND1412-175-49
Adjusting Knob
1
50
PBAND1412-175-50
Tension Label
1
51
PBAND18BX2203-51
Upper Door
1
52
PBAND18CX110175-52
Logo Label
1
53
PBAND1412-175-53
Hinge Cover
1
54
MBAND14BX110-175-54
Emergency Stop
1
55
PBAND1412-175-55
Warning Label
1
56
PBAND1412-175-2-13
Lock Washer
5/16"
7
57
PBAND1412-175-2-11
Flat Washer
5/16"
8
58
PBAND1412-175-3-38
Hex Nut
5/16"-18
6
59
PBAND18BX2203-59
Carriage Bolt
5/16-18x1"
6
60
PBAND18BX2203-60
Upper Wheel Bracket- Left
1
61
PBAND18BX2203-61
Upper Wheel Bracket- Right
1
62
PBAND18CX110175-62
Control Panel
1
63
MBAND14BX110-175-63
Handle
2
64
MBAND14BX110-175-64
Hex Cap Screw
M4x0.7x12
2
65
MBAND14BX110-175-65
Hex Nut
M4x0.7
2
66
MBAND14BX110-175-66
Plate
1
67
MBAND14BX110-175-67
Washer, Lock-Int. Tooth
M4
2
68
MBAND14BX110-175-68
Screw
M4x0.7x8
4
Stepless Variable Speed Pulley

A2
A1
A2
A1

Stepless Variable Speed Pulley

A2
A1
A2
A1

2072 Alton Parkway Irvine, CA 92606 U.S.A.
825 Bistline Drive, West Columbia, SC 29172 U.S.A
For Customer Service: [phone] or email [email protected]
Laguna Tools is not responsible for errors or omissions. Specifications subject to change. Machines may be shown with optional accessories.
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