laguna MBAND18BX2203 User manual

BANDSAW OWNER'S MANUAL
Part No. MBAND18BX2203
LT18BX Bandsaw 220V 3HP 16" Resaw
Revision 2, 9/06/2017
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are the registered trademarks of Laguna Tools, Inc. All rights reserved.

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Laguna 18bx Bandsaw
Model mband18bx2203
Motor 3 HP, 230V
Blade Length Min: 143-3/4”Max: 145-1/2”
Serial No.
Table of contents.
Page number
Safety Rules 3
Warranty 9
Specification sheet 10
Noise emission 11
Receiving your machine 11
Introduction to Bandsaws 12
What you will receive with your Bandsaw 13
Parts of the Bandsaw 15
Where to locate your machine 19
Unpacking your machine 19
Assembly and setup 20
Maintenance 48
Troubleshooting 53
Electrical drawing 55
Exploded view drawings/parts 56
Fitting the throat plate and fence stop 25

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Safety Rules.
Laguna Tools MBAND18BX2203 Bandsaw User Manual

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Table A
Ampere Rating
Volts
Total length of cord in feet
120
25
50
100
150
240
50
100
200
300
More Than
Not More Than
Minimum gage for cord
0
6
18
16
16
14
6
10
18
16
14
12
10
12
16
16
14
12
12
16
14
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Not Recommended
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
1. All grounded, cord-connected tools:
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance
for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be
plugged into a matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided –if it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed
by a qualified electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric
shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without
yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the
electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a
live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not
completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3 pole receptacles
that accept the tool's plug.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.
2.Grounded, cord-connected tools intended for use on a supply circuit having a nominal
rating of 150–250 volts, inclusive:
This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated
in Sketch D. The tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Sketch D.
Make sure the tool is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No
adapter is available or should be used with this tool. If the tool must be reconnected for
use on a different type of electric circuit, the reconnection should be made by qualified
service personnel; and after reconnection, the tool should comply with all local codes and
ordinances.

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Locking the bandsaw.
It is strongly recommended that the bandsaw is never be left unattended in the unlocked
condition.
To lock the machine it is recommended that a cover (not supplied) is made to lock the control
panel. We have supplied two concepts for locking the panel (see below). The cover can be
made from wood or plastic.
First, push down the emergency stop. Then lock the cover together by putting padlocks [not
included] on the two handles on the control panel. To safeguard your machine from
unauthorized operation and accidental starting by young children, the use of padlocks is
strongly recommended
Wooden safety cover Padlock
Emergency stop switch
Plastic safety cover Padlock

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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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Specification.
MBAND18BX2203
Motor voltage/hp 230V / 3 HP
Breaker 15 amp
Throat 18 7/32" (463mm)
Table cast iron 20" x 26" (508mm x 660mm)
Table tilt - 6 degrees + 45 degrees
Miter slot 3/8" x 3/4" (9.525mm x 19.05mm)
Table height 38" (965mm)
Fly wheel Cast iron
Resaw capacity 16" (406.4mm)
Minimum blade length 143-3/4” (3,651mm)
Maximum blade length 145-1/2” (3,695mm)
Maximum blade width 1-1/4" (31.75mm)
Minimum blade width 1/8" (3mm)
Guides Laguna ceramic
Height 77 3/4" (1,975mm)
Machine dimensions (W x D)
Base footprint
36 3/16" x 29 7/8" (919mm x 759mm)
27" x 19 2/3" (688mmx500mm)
Machine dimensions with
mobility kit (W x D)
Base footprint with mobility
kit
43" x 31 3/8" (1093mm x 797mm)
37 3/8" x 24 11/32" (949mm x 618mm)
Weight gross 440 lbs (200 kg)
Weight net 410 lbs (186 kg)
Package size (W x D x H) 81 1/2" x 33 7/8" x 24 1/4"
(2070mm x 860mm x 615mm)
Mobility kit Optional
Industrial work-light Optional
Fence Face Dimensions 7 1/4" x 22 3/4"

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Noise emission.
Notes concerning noise emission
Potential hearing loss depends on both noise level and exposure time, so the need for
supplementary precautions cannot be precisely determined. In addition to noise level and
exposure time, other factors affecting potential hearing loss include characteristics of the
working environment. (For example, adjacent machines can affect the total level of ambient
noise.) It is also possible that legal noise exposure limits will vary from country to country.”
Receiving your machine.
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 report the damage to the seller within 24 hours.

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Introduction to Bandsaws.
This bandsaw is designed to give you years of safe service. Read this owner’s manual in its
entirety before assembly or use.
The bandsaw is generally defined as a saw blade in the form of an endless steel band that
rotates around two or more wheels. This blade is a continuous metal band with teeth on one
side. As the wheels rotate, so does the band, which creates the continuous sawing action.
Because the direction of the blade is always downward toward the table, there is little danger
(except for special cuts) that the wood will be thrown back at the operator, which is called a
kickback. "There is always danger of kickback when a circular saw is being used".
For safety reasons many woodworkers prefer the bandsaw especially when cutting small
pieces. The unique feature of the bandsaw is that the work piece can be rotated around the
blade creating a curve. It is the tool most often used when curves have to be cut in wood.
Because the bandsaw blade is fairly thin, it can cut thick stock with a minimum of horsepower.
For this reason the bandsaw is often used when valuable pieces of wood are made into a thin
piece of veneer.

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What you will receive with your Bandsaw.
Fence
Fence parts
Fence guide bar Fence stop

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Table ratchet handles & washers Rubber feet and fixings
Table Fence guide bar attachment parts T bar

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Parts of the Bandsaw.
Note: The mobility kit and light are optional.
4 2 1 9
8
7
9
5 8
10 17 14 18
16 6 12 13
11 15 3
1. Tension indicator window
10.Rip fence assembly
2. Switch
11. Dust port 4”
3. Motor
12.Quick-release blade tension lever
4. Frame
13.Blade tracking knob
5. Blade tension handle
14.Optional mobility kit
6. Blade tracking window
15.220v power socket
7. Cast iron table
16.Blade guide shaft lock knob
8. Blade guide adjustment hand wheel
17. Flywheel
9. Blade guide
18.Brake foot pedal
The bandsaw does not have many parts. The major parts are discussed in this manual. If you
are not familiar with the bandsaw, take the time to read this section and become familiar with
the machine.
*** Fence Stop (not pictured)

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1. Tension indicator / window.
Tension indicators are designed to indicate the compression of a
spring. As a rule, the greater the spring compression, the
greater the tension on the blade. The tension scale does not
register until the blade is relatively taut and is located on the
inside of the body of the bandsaw. The tension scale is a
general reference and not a rule. The tension indicator is visible
with the upper door closed by looking through the tension
indicator window.
2. Switch.
To start the machine press the "I" button on the start stop
switch. To shut off the machine press the "O" on the start stop
switch. When the safety switch is pressed it stops the power to
the motor. To reset it, twist and it will pop out and allow power to
be supplied to the motor.
3. Motor.
The bandsaw is supplied with a 3 hp, 220V motor. It drives the
lower flywheel through a drive belt.
4. Frame.
The frame of the bandsaw is a U-shaped frame, which houses all the parts of the machine.
This is the heart of the bandsaw and has to be very rigid, as it takes the strain of the blade
being tensioned.
5. Blade tension handle.
The blade tension handle moves the blade tension and tilt assembly vertically. The vertical
action compresses a spring that ensures that the blade tension is constant and will not
change dramatically as the blade length increases due to the heat generated by the cutting
action.
6. Blade tracking window.
There is a blade tracking window on the side of the frame that allows the edge of the upper
flywheel to be viewed. This allows the tracking of the blade to be achieved with the door
closed.
7. Cast iron table.
The table supports the work piece and can tilt (-6 degrees to +45 degrees) to produce cuts at
various angles. It has a groove to the right-hand side of the blade, which is used to guide the
miter gauge. In the center there is a table insert which the blade passes through. Should the
blade wander off center, this table insert will protect the blade from damage, as it is soft and
should not damage the blade. The table also supports the adjustable fence, which is used for
parallel cuts. There is a nut and bolt that joins both sides of the table and stops the table from
warping. The nut and bolt must always be fitted in the table and only removed when removing
Emergency stop button
Start / Stop buttons

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or fitting a blade.
8. Blade guide adjustment hand wheel.
The upper blade guides are attached to the blade guide shaft. The shaft is vertically
adjustable with a hand wheel. The guides should be adjusted so the guides are just above the
wood being cut. This gives the blade maximum stability and is also the safest way to operate
the bandsaw.
9. Blade guides.
There are two sets of blade guides, one above and one below the table. The function of the
guides is to give the blade stability and ensure that the blade movement left/right,
forward/back is kept to a minimum. The guides above the table are fitted to a shaft that has
vertical adjustment. The upper guides are adjustable so that the guides are held just above
the job being cut. This gives the blade the maximum amount of stability and also keeps the
amount of blade that is exposed to a minimum. The guides have ceramic inserts that can be
adjusted for almost zero clearance.
10. Rip fence assembly.
The rip fence assembly consists of a guide rail, cast knuckle, fence attachment casting, rule
and a high-low fence. The guide rail is attached to the table side. It guides the fence assembly
across the table. The cast knuckle slides on the guide rail and is lockable in any position to
suit the width of cut. The fence attachment casting is attached to the cast knuckle with three
screws that when loosened allow the fence to be adjusted for drift. The fence is attached to
the fence attachment casting with two studded knobs that allow the fence to be adjusted
laterally across the table to suit the job being cut. The fence can be fitted in the low position or
or the vertical (7 1/4"height) position.
There is a rule that is fitted to the side of the table and can be used as a quick guide on the
distance that th
The Fence Stop can be used for non through cuts and can be set on any length of the fence
with the quick release handle.”
e fence is from the blade.
Note. The rule will have to be adjusted each time the fence is adjusted for drift, as this will
change the distance the fence is from the blade.
11. Dust ports 4".
The bandsaw produces a lot of sawdust, so extraction is very important. This is achieved by
connecting a 4" dust extraction hoses with a minimum capacity of 1,000 CFM to the two dust
ports located at the back of the machine. The stronger the suction from the dust collector, the
better for you and the machine.
12. Quick-release blade tension lever.
There is a quick-release tension lever at the back of the bandsaw. The lever is a convenient
way of quickly releasing the tension on the blade and speeds up blade change dramatically.
13. Blade-tracking knob.
The blade-tracking knob is located at the back of the bandsaw and is used to adjust the blade
tracking. The knob must be locked once the adjustment is completed.

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14. Optional mobility kit.
The optional mobility kit is fitted to the base of the
bandsaw and consists of two fixed wheels at the
front of the bandsaw and a swivel wheel at the
back of the band saw. The swivel wheel is
activated and deactivated with a foot lever.
With the swivel wheel deactivated, the bandsaw
sits on two rubber feet.
15. Optional light.
The optional light is fitted with four screws through
pre-drilled holes at the top of the bandsaw. The
bandsaw is provided with a 220V socket that the
light can be connected to.
16. Blade guide shaft lock knob.
The upper blade guide is fixed to the blade guide
shaft, which is vertically adjustable. Once the
guides have been adjusted vertically, the shaft is locked in position with the lock knob.
17. Flywheel.
The blade is suspended over two wheels that are covered with rubber called a "tire". The tire
cushions the blade and protects the teeth from coming in contact with the metal of the
flywheel. The lower wheel is the drive wheel and is attached to the motor with a rubber drive
belt. The lower flywheel powers the blade and pulls the blade down through the work piece.
The top wheel has two functions. One function is to balance or track the blade on the wheels,
and the second one is to tension the blade. Both functions are adjustable.
18. Brake.
The bandsaw is provided with a brake that is operated
by applying the foot pedal. When the foot pedal is
applied, the power is removed from the motor and the
flywheel is slowed by the disc break.
19.Guards.
When running, the blade can be very dangerous, and
the amount of blade that is exposed must be kept to a
minimum. The machine is supplied with a number of
guards, all of which MUST be installed and used while
the machine is running. There is a guard that is
attached to the lower door and is adjustable vertically
once the door is closed. There is a guard on the guide
Swivel wheel assembly
Rubber feet
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vertical adjustment shaft.
20.Blade tilt and tension mechanism.
The upper wheel is attached to the tilt and tension mechanism. This mechanism adjusts the
wheel so that the bandsaw blade can be adjusted for blade tracking. This is achieved by a
screwed handle at the back of the machine that pushes on the mechanism and adjusts the
axis of the wheel so that it runs true with the lower wheel. The second function is to tension
the blade, which is achieved by adjusting the upper flywheel vertically. A handle is located
below upper flywheel and, when rotated, will move the wheel up or down. The machine has a
quick-acting blade release mechanism that is located at the back of the machine and will
remove the tension from the blade to speed the removal and fitting of blades. The mechanism
has a spring, which helps to keep the tension constant as the blade expands and contracts
with the heat generated by the cutting action.
21.Electrical connection.
The bandsaw is provided with a cable and a 220v plug.
22.Identification.
There is a plate at the back of the machine listing
all the manufacturing data, including the serial
number, model and blade length.
Where to locate your Bandsaw.
Before you remove your bandsaw from the packaging, 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 at the front and back of the machine suitable for the length of
wood that you will be cutting. If you intend to use your saw for scrollwork, this may not be
important but should be considered at this stage.
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 Bandsaw.
To unpack your machine, you will need tin snips, a knife and a wrench.
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.
Using the tin snips, cut the banding that is securing the machine to the pallet (if fitted).
Laguna 18bx Bandsaw
Model mband18bx2203
Motor 3 HP, 230V
Blade Length Min: 143-3/4”Max: 145-1/2”
Serial No.

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WARNING: EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE USED BECAUSE THE BANDING WILL
SPRING AND COULD CAUSE INJURY.
Your bandsaw will be shipped in custom packaging consisting of a heavy-duty cardboard box
and Styrofoam internal packaging.
1. Open the cardboard box and remove the loose parts and top Styrofoam.
2. Lift the bandsaw out of the packaging. You will need two or more people, as the bandsaw
is heavy.
3. Lift the bottom Styrofoam out and remove the parts that are packaged under the bandsaw
and packaging.
Assembly and set up.
Assembling the rubber feet.
Method 1.
Fit the rubber feet to the bandsaw
prior to removing it from the
packaging.
Method 2.
1. Support the bandsaw on
wooden blocks.
2. Assemble the rubber feet with
the fixings provide both at front
and back of the bandsaw.
Assembling the optional mobility kit
Rubber feet