Laguna Tools MLA0230-175, Operating Manual

Page 1: ...17101 Murphy Avenue Irvine California 92614 www lagunatools com 800 234 1976 MLA0230 175 OPERATING MANUAL PLATINUM SERIES 16 43 LATHE ...

Page 2: ...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 start...

Page 3: ...ise emission 6 Specification sheet 6 Receiving your machine 6 Introduction to Lathes 7 Parts of the Lathe 7 Where to locate your machine 10 Unpacking your machine 10 Assembly and setup 12 Maintenance and troubleshooting 17 Exploded view drawings 20 Electrical drawing 22 ...

Page 4: ...or 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 the environment 3 Be sure that the power is disconnected from the machine before tools are serviced or an att...

Page 5: ...thers 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 r...

Page 6: ... there exists a relationship between noise level and exposure times measurement 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 such as other sources of dust and noise etc for example adjacent machines in other words the level...

Page 7: ...ne has been tested prior to shipment from the factory and or Laguna Tools Laguna Tools endeavors to test machines prior to shipping to customers as movement can take place during transportation It must be noted that additional machine movement can take place between Laguna Tools and the end user and some adjustments may have to be undertaken by the customer These adjustments are covered in the var...

Page 8: ...eed control motor and the head stock swivel mechanism The head stock swivel mechanism has an indexing pin that allows it to be locked in the following positions 0 60 90 120 and 180 degrees Tail stock The tail stock is a cast iron construction and the spindle has a travel length of 2 in It can accommodate centers and other tools which have a number 2 morse taper The tail stock can be moved to any p...

Page 9: ...suit the job in hand Electrical system The electrical control system is housed inside the head stock and a power cord with a 3 pin 110V plug is provided What you will receive with the Lathe Lathe legs Tools centers and tool rest Lathe bed with tailstock tool rest and headstock assembled ...

Page 10: ...r the lighting the more accurately and safely you will be able to work 4 Solid floor You should select a solid flat floor preferably concrete or something similar 5 Locate it close to a power source and dust collection 6 Allow an area for the storage of blanks finished products and tools Unpacking your machine To unpack your machine you will need tin snips knife star screwdriver and a wrench 1 Usi...

Page 11: ...legs from the bed of the machine 4 Remove the base mounting bolts that secure the machine to the base of the box 5 It is recommended that the bed of the machine be removed from the packaging by lifting it with a hoist or forklift using a SLING Remove the packaging and lower to the floor Note The machine is heavy Ensure that you have sufficient people Note If you have any doubt about the described ...

Page 12: ...he bed This will reduce the weight of the bed and make assembly easier Lift the legs to the vertical position and lower the bed onto them Secure with the fixing screws provided Note Each leg must be supported to ensure that it will not fall when positioning the bed Note To ensure safety you will need 4 people to assemble the bed to the legs one on each leg and one at each end of the bed Note If yo...

Page 13: ...washer Fit the tool rest onto the bed of the lathe Refit the washer and nut Adjust the nut until the clamping handle secures the tool rest The tool rest can be moved to any position on the bed of the lathe and also in out to suit the job in hand To move the tool rest loosen the locking handle move to the required position and lock Connecting the electrical supply Ensure that the electrical supply ...

Page 14: ... the shaft into the back of the tail stock and give it a sharp knock This will remove the rotating center Note Do not leave the removal shaft in the tail stock with the machine running Fitting the drive center in the head stock To remove the face plate from the head stock spindle insert a screw driver into the hole in the face plate shaft Fit the wrench onto the head stock spindle and unlock the f...

Page 15: ...lamp lever allows the head stock to be released and moved to any position on the lathe bed Variable speed lever The variable speed lever adjusts the spindle pulley This changes the speed of the lathe spindle to 10 fixed speeds Note The motor must be running when changing the speed of the lathe Head stock rotation indexing lock pin The head stock rotation indexing pin when released allows the head ...

Page 16: ...hanging the diameter of the motor and spindle pulleys the speed of the lathe spindle changes The lever located on the head stock adjusts the spindle pulley and the motor pulley adjusts automatically under the action of the drive V belt and a spring Because the spring on the motor drive pulley adjusts to suit the position of the drive V belt there is no need to adjust the belt tension Motor drive p...

Page 17: ... removed they will cause rust In general we recommend that you only use a Teflon based lubricant on the lathe Regular oil attracts dust and dirt Teflon lubricant tends to dry and has fewer tendencies to accumulate dirt and saw dust Periodically check that all nuts and bolts are tight Drive belt The drive belt should last for many years depending on the usage but needs to be inspected regularly for...

Page 18: ...wer disconnected from the machine try to turn the spindle by hand If the spindle will not turn check the reason for the jamming 2 Capacitor faulty Replace the capacitor 3 Motor faulty Replace the motor Motor overheats The motor is designed to run hot but should it overheat it has an internal thermal overload protector that will shut it down until the motor has cooled and then it will reset automat...

Page 19: ...chine not level on the floor Re level the machine ensuring that it has no movement 2 Damaged drive belt Replace the belt 3 Job is not balanced Change to a slower speed and or balance the job 4 Damaged pulley Replace the pulley ...

Page 20: ... 16 1 W62 Tool Rest Body 1 W19 Sleeve 1 W63 Nut M18 1 W20 Spring 1 W64 Clamp 1 W21 Spindle Pulley Set L R 1 W65 Bolt A 1 W22 V Belt 625 1 W66 Handle Assembly 1 W23 C ring 16 1 W67 C ring 19 1 W24 Plastic Jaw Nut M20x1 5 3 W68 Handle Assembly 1 W25 Power Wire 1 W69 Extension Tool Rest 1 W26 Screw M6x10 2 W70 Tool Rest 1 W27 Screw M6x10 2 W71 Centre 1 W28 Base 1 W72 Shaft 1 W29 Digital Readout 1 W73...

Page 21: ...21 W43 Screw M5x12 2 W87 Leg 1 W44 Screw M4x12 3 W88 Leg 1 ...

Page 22: ...med other than from by Laguna Tools Inc on any Laguna Tools Inc woodworking machine Warranty maybe voided upon the addition of such described 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...