14-Twelve Bandsaw Manual ■ Part No, MBAND1412-175 © 2018, Laguna Tools, Inc. LAGUNA® and the LAGUNA Logo® are the registered trademarks of Laguna Tools, Inc. All rights reserved. LAGUNA TOOLS 2072 Alton Parkway Irvine, California 92606 Ph: 800.234.1976 www.lagunatools.com

12. SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold work when practical. It's safer than using your hand, and it frees both hands to operate tool. 13. DON'T OVERREACH. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. 14. MAINTAIN TOOLS WITH CARE. Keep tools sharp and clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. 15. DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing, when changing accessories such as blades, bits and cutters. 16. REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING. Make sure switch is in off position before plugging in. 17. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult...

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...

as a properly grounded outlet box. 3. 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...

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...

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 may contribute to the level of ambient noise. It is possible that exposure level 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 contact the seller within 24 hours. This bandsaw is designed to give you years of safe service. Read this owner’s manual in its entirety before...

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...

Fence parts and hand wheel Table ratchet handles Fence bar parts and fixings Fence lock knob Feet & screws Note: The mobility kit and light are optional 12

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.

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 The start–stop switch activates the motor when it is pulled out and deactivates the machine when pressed in....

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...