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Thank you for investing in a PX20 Planer by Laguna Tools. This planer is one of a family of unique machines proudly offered by Laguna Tools. Every Laguna machine is engineered for years of dependable service. Please feel free to contact Laguna Tools if you have a question or suggestion.
SAFETY READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT. Failure to follow all instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury or property damage! Electronic copies of this manual are available at . www.lagunatools.com SAFETY GUIDELINES - DEFINITIONS This manual contains information that is important for you to know and understand. This information relates to protecting YOUR SAFETY and PREVENTING EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections.
dangerous, do not try it. Figure out an alternative procedure that is safer. REMEMBER: Your personal safety is your responsibility. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This machine was designed for certain applications only. We strongly recommend that this machine not be modified and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular application, DO NOT use the machine until you have first contacted the manufacturer to determine if it can or should be performed on the product.
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4. Do not use this machine for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, LAGUNA TOOLS INC., disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless from any injury that may result from that use.
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14. Keep safety guards in place at all times when the machine is in use. If removed for maintenance purposes, use extreme caution and replace the guards immediately when maintenance is complete. 15. Make sure the dust collector is on a flat even surface and the wheels locked in place before use.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION Intended use. This machine is intended for the applications discussed and approved by Laguna. Do not use this machine for non-approved applications or flammable, combustible, or hazardous materials. Hazardous dust. Dust created while using machinery may cause cancer, birth defects, or long-term respiratory damage.
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Wear respirator. Fine dust that is too small to be caught in the filter may be introduced into the ambient air during operation. Always wear a NIOSH-approved respirator during operation and for a short time after to reduce your risk of permanent respiratory damage.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS THIS MACHINE MUST BE GROUNDED WHILE IN USE TO PROTECT THE OPERATOR FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK. 1. This machine must be connected to a grounded metal, permanent wiring system; or an equipment-grounding conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-grounding terminal or lead on the appliance.
UNPACKING Your PX20 comes packed in a single box attached to a pallet. Before attempting to assemble this machine, follow these directions: 1. Carefully cut the banding straps and remove them from the box, if so packed. 2. Remove the box covering the machine.
I n v e n t o r y Pallet 4 Leveling Feet with nuts (typically installed) Bubble Wrap 1 Dust Chute 4 Hex Head Screws M6x10 2 T25 Torx Wrenches 4 Lifting hooks & hardware Figure 2: Pallet Report any missing or damaged parts to your dealer or distributor. Prior to machine assembly and use, read this manual thoroughly to familiarize yourself with proper assembly, maintenance and safety procedures.
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Machine Preparation and Setup: 1. Level machine using the four leveling feet on each of the four corners. Lock leveling feet into position with the nut on the leveling foot stud. Figure 3: Leveling Feet 2. Clean all rust protected surfaces with a commercial de-greaser. DO NOT use acetone, gasoline, lacquer thinner or any type of cleaner that could damage paint.
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NOTE: Make sure the dust collection system has sufficient capacity and CFM for this planer. Always turn ON the dust collector before planning. Clips, hood (2) Figure 5: Dust Chute & Hood Clips Opening Hood 1. Release the 2 Clips (Fig. 5) on each side of the hood. 2.
Feed Speed Control Table Extension Roller (2) Table Height Adjustment Leveling Feet (4) Table Figure 6: Main Components of PX20 Control Panel C B Figure 7: Control Panel A. Emergency Stop (E-STOP); stops all functions of machine, however, power continues to machine. NOTE: To reset E-STOP, rotate switch clockwise until the button “pops”...
POWER SUPPLY Power Supply Circuit Requirements The power source circuit for your machine must be g r o u n d e d and r a t e d f o r sufficient a m p e r a g e . Never replace a circuit breaker on an existing circuit with one of higher amperage without consulting a qualified electrician to ensure compliance with wiring codes.
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Calibrating the Thickness Scale Figure 8: Thickness Scale Adjustment NOTE: The following procedures describe the use of a “calibrating board”. It is a piece of hardwood which has been surfaced on one side with a jointer, drum sander or wide belt sander. 1.
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NOTE: Drawing pencil marks across the width of the top of the calibrating board in several locations can make it easier to determine when the entire surface has been planned. 7. Measure the thickness of the calibrating board with a caliper. 8.
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DRO Button Reference and Use It is helpful to familiarize these buttons and their purpose with the Wixey™ DRO Figures 10-12: DRO Reference...
OPERATION 1. Establish the proper depth of cut (typically less than 1/16” (1.6mm)), using either the DRO or scale. 2. Pull out and lock each extension roller to support long stock 3. Start dust collection. 4. Start planer. 5. Adjust feed speed (Fig. 7, C) to desired speed (16 or 28 FPM), while planer is running.
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Turn planer OFF and disconnect power before performing any maintenance or adjustments! The knife inserts on the 20” Planer are four-sided. When dull, remove each knife, rotate it 90° for a fresh edge, and re-install it (52-60 in/lb.). No further adjustment is necessary.
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Figures 14 and 15 show dimensions in mm for the set up block for general planning needs. Figures 14 & 15: Gauge Block Figure 16: Cutterhead Anti-Kickback Fingers Anti-kickback fingers help prevent stock from being kicked out of the machine towards the user.
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Adjustment of Infeed Roller The in-feed roller should be set 0.02” (0.5mm) below the lowest point of knife. Make sure the knives are set properly see the “Setting / Changing Knives” section prior to making any adjustments. 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2.
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Adjustment of Out-feed Roller The out-feed roller should be set 0.02” (0.5mm) below the lowest point of knife. Make sure the knives are set properly see the “Setting / Changing Knives” section prior to making any adjustments. 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2.
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Poly-V-Belt Adjustment Poly-V-belt (Fig. 22, D) tension has been set at the factory. If the belt has stretched and need adjustment. 1. Disconnect machine from power source. 2. Open lower rear, and lower left-hand side panels. Loosen and tighten four adjustment nuts (Fig.
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Disconnect the machine from power source before proceeding with any maintenance, lubrication or assembly! Failure to comply may cause serious injury! Periodic, or regular inspections are required to ensure that the machine is in proper adjustment, and that all hardware is tight. Figure 24: Table Roller Adjustment Clean out-feed rollers and table with a non-...
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Lubrication (Fig. 25, 26 & 27) No. Position Grease Gear Box Chain Chain Chain Chain Bushing Lead Screw - The Gear Box oil must be changed after 2500 hours of work. (Fig. 25) - All chains must be lubricated regularly. (Fig.
TROUBLESHOOTING Description of Possible Cause Corrective Action Symptoms 1. Replace fuse or reset 1. Fuse blown or circuit circuit breaker breaker tripped 2. Have cord replaced 2. Cord damaged 3. Check connection 3. Not connected to 4. Check voltage Machine will not start power source 5.
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1. Allow wood to dry Fuzzy Grain 1. Planning wood properly with a high 2. Rotate, replace or moisture content sharpen knives 2. Dull knives 1. Inadequate feed roll 1. Adjust feed roll pressure tension or lower 2. Planer bed dirty feed rollers 3.
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144 000805-705 Round Head Hex Screw M4*0.7P*8 145 006001-001 Flat Washer 4.3*10*1.0t 146 660289-000 Paking 147 051416-902 Lead Screw Seat 148 012001-003 3*3*10 149 012002-005 4*4*12 150 051415-902 Main Lead Screw Seat 151 660290-000 Packing 152 920133-001 Thrust Bearing 153 000103-107 CAP Screw M6*1.0P*20 154 381404-902...
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.5 380148-901 Adjustable Rod .6 008007-100 Hex. Nut M10*1.5P(17B*8H) .7 006003-091 Flat Washer 13*28*3.0t 197 925024-001 Motor Mounting Assembly For MEPS Motor .1 000204-102 SET Screw M8*1.25P*10 .2 010209-000 Retaining Ring ETW-15 .3 361423-902 Support Rod .4 050321-008 Motor Plate .5 380148-901 Adjustable Rod .6 008007-100...
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Caster Set Installing universal caster set (Fig. 28): 1. Raise and block planer for attaching caster set. 2. Assemble swivel caster into swivel caster bracket (straight bracket) by placing bolt #5 through bracket and caster and securing with lock nut #4. Then place bolt #6 down through bracket into caster mount.
.4 009102-200 Lock Nut 3/8”-16 (14.2Bx11.5H) 174876-904 Bracket, Swivel Caster 174931-904 Universal Bracket Not used for planer SPECIFICATIONS: PX20 Main Motor: 5 HP / 1750 RPM Electrical: 400V / 50Hz / 3PH 3 Phase Circuit: Air Volume: 600 CFM per port (min.) Inlet: One 4”...