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Swift Vacuum (Multi-Tool) MT

Owner's Manual

Laguna Tools

744 Refuge Way Grande Prairie, TX

Service: +1 (800) 234 1976

Email: customerservice@laguantools.com

Updated October 2021

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Page 1 Swift Series: Swift Vacuum (Multi-Tool) MT Owner's Manual Laguna Tools 744 Refuge Way Grande Prairie, TX Service: +1 (800) 234 1976 Email: customerservice@laguantools.com Copyright Laguna Tools 2021 Updated October 2021...
Page 3 For immediate service on any Laguna Tools products: Call: +1 (800) 234 1976 Email: customerservice@lagunatools.com Laguna Tools, Inc. LAGUNA® and the LAGUNA Logo® are the registered trademarks of Laguna Tools, Inc. All rights reserved. 04/01/2019 LAGUNA AMERICAN HEADQUARTERS Texas: 744 Refuge Way Suite 200, Grand Prairie, Texas 75050, U.S.A. Phone: +1-800-332-4094 Huntington Beach: 7291 Heil Ave Huntington Beach, CA 92647, U.S.A.
Page 4 - without the written permission of Laguna Tools. Products that are referred to in this document are either trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Laguna Tools, Inc. The publisher and the author make no claim to these trademarks.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents General Information Safety Rules ........................8 Electrical Safety ........................ 12 Receiving Your Machine ....................14 Machine Placement ......................16 Unpacking Your Machine (2) ....................18 Machine Specifications Machine Overview ......................21 Introduction to CNC Machines ................... 23 Assembly & Setup PC Components .........................
Page 6 Troubleshooting Maintenance Command Reference Keyboard Hotkeys ......................103 L-Codes ........................... 104 M-Codes ........................... 110 Messages and Error Codes ....................112 Warranty Information CNC Limited Warranty ..................... 116 Modifications Policy ......................117 Standard Damage Notification Sheet ................118 Laguna Tools 2021...
Page 7: General Information
General Information General Information SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Refer to them often and use them to instruct others. Please read and understand all warnings and operation instructions before using any tool or equipment. Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of personal injury. Improper operation, maintenance or modification of tools or equipment could result in serious injury and property damage.
Page 8: Safety Rules
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Safety Rules PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE FAILURE to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury or property damage.Woodworking can be dangerous if safe and proper operating procedures are not followed. As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with the operation of the product.
Page 9 General Information THE MACHINE WITH RESPECT AND CAUTION WILL CONSIDERABLY LESSEN THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY. HOWEVER, IF NORMAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE OVERLOOKED OR IGNORED, PERSONAL INJURY TO THE OPERATOR MAY RESULT. SAFETY EQUIPMENT SUCH AS GUARDS, PUSH STICKS, HOLD-DOWNS, FEATHER BOARDS, GOGGLES, DUST MASKS AND HEARING PROTECTION CAN REDUCE YOUR POTENTIAL FOR INJURY.
Page 10 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT MACHINERY TO REDUCE THE RISK OF EYE INJURY OR BLINDNESS FROM FLYING PARTICLES. EVERYDAY EYEGLASSES ARE NOT APPROVED SAFETY GLASSES. WEARING PROPER APPAREL. DO NOT WEAR CLOTHING, APPAREL OR JEWELRY THAT CAN BECOME ENTANGLED IN MOVING PARTS.
Page 11 General Information DESIGNED. NEVER STAND ON THE MACHINE. SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR IF MACHINE IS TIPPED OR IF THE CUTTING TOOL IS UNINTENTIONALLY CONTACTED. STABLE MACHINE. UNEXPECTED MOVEMENT DURING OPERATION GREATLY INCREASES RISK OF INJURY OR LOSS OF CONTROL. BEFORE STARTING, VERIFY MACHINE IS STABLE AND MOBILE BASE (IF USED) IS LOCKED. USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES.
Page 12: Electrical Safety
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Electrical Safety Grounding Methods Grounding Methods Provided by CSA Group. (A) Receptacle with nominal rating less than 150 volts. (B) 150 volt receptacle without grounding pin fitted with adapter. (C) 150-250 volt receptacle. 1. All grounded, cord-connected machines: 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.
Page 13 General Information having a nominal rating between 150 – 250 volts, inclusive: This tool is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet that looks like the one illustrated in Fig C. The tool has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Fig C. Make sure the tool is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug.
Page 14: Receiving Your Machine
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 various sections of this manual.
Page 16: Machine Placement
All shipping damage must be noted upon delivery and signed by the owner and the delivery driver. If you find any damaged items in your package, you must contact Laguna Tools to file a complaint. In order to return damaged goods under the limited warranty to Laguna Tools, Inc., you MUST have the original packaging. All claims of loss or damaged goods must be reported to Laguna Tools within 24 HOURS of delivery.
Page 17 General Information LIGHTING: Ensure that the lighting your band saw is placed under is adequate enough that regular operation and maintenance can be performed safely. Any glares, shadows, or strobe lighting which may distract or prevent the operator from safely operating the machinery should be removed from the working area. MACHINE WEIGHT LOAD: Ensure that the surface where your machine is located can bear the full weight of your machine as well as any additional equipment which may be placed on the band saw.
Page 18: Unpacking Your Machine (2)
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Unpacking Your Machine (2) To unpack your machine, you will need tin snips, a knife, and a wrench. 1.) Using the tin snips, cut the banding that is securing the machine to the Pallet [if fitted]. EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE USED BECAUSE THE BANDING WILL SPRING AND COULD CAUSE INJURY.
Page 19 General Information 5.) Cut all the straps on the crate. 6.) Using a cordless drill, unscrew all the screws lining the base of the crate. 7.) Unscrew and remove the crate's side panels. © 2021 Enter your company name...
Page 20: Machine Specifications
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Machine Specifications Swift 24" x 36" Swift 48" x 48" Swift 48" x 96" Motor 2hp very quiet 2 hp very quiet 2 hp very quiet spindle spindle spindle Spindle 1 or 3 industrial 1 or 3 industrial 1 or 3 industrial induction induction...
Page 21: Machine Overview
Machine Specifications Machine Overview Swift Series: Swift MT (Multi-Tool) Sign Making - Vinyl Cutting - Production The Laguna Swift MT has everything you need to handle your routing, cutting, and creasing operations. With the Laguna Vision System, you can quickly find registration marks to identify parts and adjust the cutting path, giving you perfect cutouts in printed shapes.
Page 22 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT · 40 Amps · 3 Phase or 1 Phase with Vacuum w/Variable Frequency Drive-VFD · Worktable Size (W x H): · 4' x 4' · 4' x 8' · 5' x 10' © 2021 Enter your company name...
Page 23: Introduction To Cnc Machines
Machine Specifications Introduction to CNC Machines Introduction to the CNC The CNC is designed to give you years of safe service. Read this owner’s manual in its entirety before assembly or use. The advantage of the CNC machine is that it can, in most cases, fully machine the complete job without it being removed from the table so that you have finished parts of high accuracy that are totally repeatable.
Page 24 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Part Name Description The bed of the machine consists of a heavy steel frame and a “T-Slot” Table. The “T” slots are used to clamp the job or fixtures to the bed. Gantry The gantry straddles the bed and carries the router spindle motion system.
Page 25: Assembly & Setup
Assembly & Setup Assembly & Setup Installing the Water Pump: The following is the assembly & set-up for the Swift MT's water pump. 1) Locate the two holes on the top of the pail. 2) Place the two separate clear hoses into the two holes on the top of the pail. NOTICE! The fit will be tight, so keep dirt out of the pail.
Page 26 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT NOTICE! To release, the hose from the fitting, press down on the top of the blue ring on the fitting and the hose will be released. Note: One will need to provide a coolant tank with a minimum capacity of 5 gallons. If the shop temperature is high, the tank size will have to be larger.
Page 27 Assembly & Setup 6) Fill the about 3/4 full of water. NOTE: Using distilled water is recommended. 7) Place the water pump into the pail and seal the lid on the pail. 8) Place the pail underneath the work bench,work station or any place so that the pail is out of the way. ©...
Page 28 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT 9) Place the electrical plug into any 110V outlet to start operation. © 2021 Enter your company name...
Page 29: Pc Components
Assembly & Setup PC Components There are circuit boards that have been installed into the PC's tower. If the PC is to be replaced the cards must be re-installed into the new PC tower. The WinCNC software must then be re-installed. ©...
Page 30: Setting Up The Electrical Cabinet
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Setting Up the Electrical Cabinet 1.) Position the electrical cabinet so that it is perpendicular to the machine. 2.) Connect PCI cables to PC. These cables are labeled. Note: The machine will malfunction if the PCI cables are connected incorrectly.
Page 31: Fitting The Dust Hose
Assembly & Setup Fitting the Dust Hose 1.) Fit the dust hose to the dust shroud and secure with the clamp. Ensure that it is tight as it is very inconvenient to have it fall off during production. 2.) Fit the shroud to the router head. Adjust the shroud so that the brushes are even with the tip of the router bits that you will be using.
Page 32: Control Panel
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Control Panel Functions of the control panel: If the spindle is run without cooling then it could be damaged and fail. © 2021 Enter your company name...
Page 34: Controller Interface Description
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Controller Interface Description Features of the controller interface. Screen Display Overview: © 2021 Enter your company name...
Page 35: Menu Bar
Assembly & Setup Menu Bar MENU BAR: The menu bar contains many of the main features of the WinCNC software. It is broken down into several generalized sections, as shown below. The menu bar selections are described in the following pages. If a menu option has a shortcut key, the shortcut key combination is listed in parenthesis () after the name of the menu option.
Page 36 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Menu Button Function Digitize 1.8.1. Digitize => Manual Enable/Disable the Manual Digitizing Toolbar. Digitize => Automatic Automatic digitizing (L802, L803). Digitize => Frame Skeletal Digitizing (L810). This scanning method scans a center line or spine, and horizontal lines or ribs of the object.
Page 37 Assembly & Setup 4) View Menu: Menu Button Function Resolution Views current resolution settings for each axis. Acceleration Views current acceleration settings for each axis. Limits Views current limit settings for each axis. Inputs Views real-time input states. Outputs Views real-time output states. Toolbars Enable/Disable the main toolbar.
Page 38 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Menu Control Function Help Topics (F1) Activates the in-program help menu. Update Program Opens the update utility. About Displays the WinCNC “About” box which contains important information about your specific software package. The About box displays your security key serial number, the software version number, your user level, the maximum number of axes,...
Page 39: Tool Bar
Assembly & Setup Tool Bar The Tool Bar is a collection of shortcut buttons that perform specific actions. The tool bars in WinCNC are floating and can be positioned or docked according to the user’s preference. The image below shows the standard and manual digitizing tool bars docked in the normal toolbar area.
Page 40 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Tool Bar Button Function Start Motion This button will begin the command or job listed in the command line. Restart Allows you to pick a job file and the line to start that file on. This is useful if you want to skip over lines in a job file, or if you have aborted a job and want to start back at the point where...
Page 41: Manual Digitize Buttons
Assembly & Setup Manual Digitize Buttons Manual Digitize Buttons: The seven buttons on the manual digitization toolbar are for use only with the Manual Digitize feature and will only be visible after showing the manual digitize toolbar under the View > Tool bars section of the menu bar.
Page 42: Axis Window
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Axis Window The axis window is the primary display for current information about each axis on your machine. The current positions and velocities for each axis are displayed in the text boxes. Displayed above the position and velocity boxes is the current unit of measure, any currently active modes, and the current feed rate override percentage.
Page 44: Transit Speed Buttons
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Transit Speed Buttons Transit/Jog Buttons. Manual Transit Buttons. Hold the directional button down to continuously move the machine. Transit Speed Buttons. Allows the user to adjust between 3-Three predefined Transit Speeds (Fast, Med., Slow). The speeds can vary for each Axis. Transit Speed Fast Medium...
Page 45: Input Indicators
Assembly & Setup Input Indicators Touch Probe – Indicates if touch probe has been triggered. TTO Switch – Indicates whether the tool touch pad has been grounded. E-Stop Switch – Indicates if the “Emergency Stop Switch” has been triggered. © 2021 Enter your company name...
Page 46: Basic Machine Operations
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Basic Machine Operations The following is the procedure to start up the machine: 1) Power “ON” the PC. 2) Start WinCNC by either clicking on the desktop shortcut or locating the executable file winCNC.exe on the (C:) drive in the WinCNC folder.
Page 47 Assembly & Setup 5.) Turn the Black Water Pump Switch to the right towards the “ON” Position. © 2021 Enter your company name...
Page 48: Shutting Down The Machine
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Shutting Down The Machine The following is the procedure to properly shut down the machine: 1.) Turn the power key to “OFF” position. 2.) Turn the Main power switch to the “OFF” position. 3.) Close the desktop WinCNC application. 4.) Shut Down or Turn “OFF”...
Page 49: Emergency Stop Button
Assembly & Setup Emergency Stop Button Emergency Stop Button There is an “Emergency Stop Switch” located on the electrical cabinet. Press during any machine operation to halt the machine. Reset after an “Emergency Stop Button” – Rotate the “Emergency Stop Switch”...
Page 51: Homing The Machine
Assembly & Setup Homing The Machine It is important that the machine be homed upon start up to ensure the absolute coordinates are reset. This is because a machine can lose its position when it is in the OFF state. 1) After the machine is powered “ON”, “Click the “SEEK HOME”...
Page 52: Finding A Router Bit
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Finding a Router Bit 1.) Select a “Router Bit” and its relevant “Collet”. Note: The Collets and Spindle Collet Hole must be cleaned regularly. Ensure that the slots in the Collets are free of sawdust as sawdust builds up and will stop the Collet from compressing. If the Collet or Spindle Hole are not clean, the router bit may not run true, and this will affect the performance of your machine.
Page 53 Assembly & Setup 5.) Press the bit into the collet but note, the flute of the router bit must not be inside the collet and must be a minimum of 1/16 “ outside the collet. Hold the Router Spindle with the supplied wrench and tighten the Collet with a second wrench.
Page 54: Spindle Operation
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Spindle Operation The spindle can either be controlled using commands or by the spindle control buttons in the controller interface. NOTICE!: There will be a 10 second delay when the spindle is initially turned “ON”. This is to allow the spindle to reach the correct RPM before executing any other commands.
Page 55 Assembly & Setup The Spindle Speed can be adjusted while spindle is “OFF” or “ON”. The Spindle Speed can be adjusted while “Executing Code”. The bar can be adjusted by “Clicking and Dragging the marker or using the keyboards “+” and “-“key on the keypad. The RPM will increase by 240 RPM per button “Click if using the Keyboard Shortcut”.
Page 56: Measurement Tool Length
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Measurement Tool Length Measuring tool length is a necessary step prior to cutting. It establishes the correct Z zero plane in the workspace coordinate system. Method One: Manual Method: 1) Mount the tool in the spindle. 2.) Bring the tool over the material that will serve as the “Z0”...
Page 57 Assembly & Setup 5.) Lower the tool down using the 0.001 or 0.01 incremental transit setting until there is tension on the paper but enough clearance to slide the sheet of paper out. 6.) Press the “Set Z” Button in the Control Interface. 6.1) A Green Box will appear next to the “Z”...
Page 58 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Method Two: Automated Method Make sure the touch pad is functioning properly. 1) To verify proper functionality, position the router bit away from the table and then touch the tool touch-off pad to the router bit. At the same time look for a change from red to green on the TTO Switch indicator, as seen in the figures below.
Page 59 Assembly & Setup 4.) In the control screen press the “Touch Top Button”. 4.1.) The spindle will automatically lower down until it contacts the “Tool Touch-Off Pad”. After making contact the spindle will retract to the Z-Home Position. In the photo below: Executing a Tool Touch Off using the Touch Pad. 4.2.) Commands being executed will be visible in the message display window.
Page 61: Setting Tool Length Offset
Assembly & Setup Setting Tool Length Offset The “Meas. Z Button” executes a M37 command. The M37 command sets a Tool Length Offset. The Tool Length Offset establishes a Z-Plane that the Spindle will not cut past. 1.) Verify that the “Tool Touch Off Pad” is functioning properly, 2.) Place the “Tool Touch Off Pad”...
Page 62 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT 4.) There now should be a “Blue Box” located in the axis window next to the Z-Axis as shown to the Left. This indicates that a tool measure is in effect. © 2021 Enter your company name...
Page 63: Aspire To Cutting Tutorial
Assembly & Setup Aspire to Cutting Tutorial Description: This section is a tutorial on how to take a design made in computer-aided design (CAD) software, generate post processor code, upload to the controller, and begin cutting. It is assumed the user is familiar with their preferred CAD software, so the design process in CAD software is omitted.
Page 64 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Downloading a post processor file 2.1.5) Save tool path. Saving a tool path in Aspire using the winCNC.tap post processor. 3.) Load program into the WinCNC Controller. 4.) Mount Cutting Material to table. 5.) Mount Tool into Spindle. 6.) Home the Machine.
Page 65 Assembly & Setup 7.) Optional – Use the “Meas. Z Button” on the screen display to set a maximum depth that the tool will not exceed. This will prevent the tool from going below a set depth and prevent any damage to the machine and tools. 7.1.) Place tool touch off pad on top of spoil board or on top of the table.
Page 66 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT 8.) Measure Tool length (See “Measuring Tool length”). Begin with Step #2.) Slide 60. 9.) Set X, Y work Coordinates. 11.1.) Start by relocating your spindle to the XY datum position that was declared in the CAD software. 11.2.) Press the “Set XY”...
Page 68: 3D Scanning Guide
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT 3D Scanning Guide The WinCNC controller supports 3D digitizing scanning. This feature uses a touch probe to sample points in 3D space. The 3D digitizing scan outputs a file in STL format. The following section is a walkthrough on how to perform a 3D scan.
Page 69 Assembly & Setup Note: This step is not required to execute a 3D-Scan, but it will correctly establish the “Z” 0-Zero Plane for rendering in CAD software. Otherwise, the “Z” 0-Zero Plane will need to be adjusted in CAD software. 5.) Manually position the probe to the corner that will serve as the X0,Y0 work coordinates, in other words the negative-most corner.
Page 70 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT 7.) Open the 3D-Scan Dialog Box. 8.) There are multiple settings that must be chosen before proceeding. 8.1.) Probe Type: The touch supplied will be the Up/Down/Side option. 8.2.) Axis: Choose the axis for width, length and retract. The default settings are conventional. 8.3.) Area: The area dimensions that are to be scanned.
Page 71 Assembly & Setup 8.6.) Output File: A file destination must be declared. This is the location the output file for the scan will be saved. Note: If a scan is aborted in the middle of the scanning process, a partial file will still be generated. 8.7.) File Split Segments: Do not Change.
Page 72: Edge Outling/Scanning Guide
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Edge Outling/Scanning Guide 1.) Mount touch probe into spindle. See Step 1 of the 3D-scanning tutorial. 2.) Verify that the touch probe is working properly. See Step 2 of the 3D-scanning tutorial. 3.) Fasten part to be scanned onto the table. See Step 3 of the 3D-scanning tutorial. 4.) Select a starting location.
Page 73 Assembly & Setup 6.3.2.) Scan Feed-Rate: 6.3.2.1.) It is recommended that the feed-rate does not exceed 30 in/min. 6.3.2.2.) A feed-rate greater than 30 in/min will negatively affect the accuracy of the scan. 6.4.) Scan Size: 6.4.1.) 360 degrees: Scans the entire perimeter of a part. 6.4.2.) 180 degrees: Only scans half of the part.
Page 74 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT 6.8.3.4.) Execute G92X0 command to set a local X0 coordinate. This step is not required but it will help to track the number of moves until the probe's switch is triggered. This will be used to monitor distance traveled in the x- direction until the probe is triggered.
Page 75: Programming & Operation Of The Electric Tcm-3 Tangential Cutting (Knife) Module
Assembly & Setup Programming & Operation of the Electric TCM-3 Tangential Cutting (Knife) Module The TCM-3 is a processing unit for CNC-machines that is designed to cut various materials such as foils and flocking materials. Below is a work flow diagram that captures the steps required to execute a program. The following sections outline each step in more detail.
Page 76: Tcm Blade And Spring Selection
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT TCM Blade and Spring Selection SPRING OVERVIEW: The type of the spring set determines the coarse adjustment of the pressing force. The fine adjustment will be done by the adjustment wheel that changes the pre-load of the springs. If the spring set does not have enough pressing force the blade may be forced up away from the material.
Page 77 Assembly & Setup 1a.)Remove the 4-Four Torx (T10) Screws and Front Cover. 2.) Using a pick tool, remove and replace springs. © 2021 Enter your company name...
Page 78 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT 3.) Reinstall Front Cover. 4.) Use the fine adjustment wheel set desired pressing force. © 2021 Enter your company name...
Page 79: Blades
Assembly & Setup Blades When selecting a blade, it is important to consider material thickness and tensile strength. Different carbide metal blades with a shank diameter of 6mm are available for various cutting applications. The table below presents a selection of the most used blades. Table of Carbide Blades: ©...
Page 80: Changing And Installing The Blade On A Tcm-3 Cutting Module
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT 1.) Unscrew & Remove the Gliding Element. 2.) Insert blade with the Weldon Surface Facing the Set Screw. 3.) Torque down the 2.5mm Set Screw against the Weldon Surface. 4.) Reinstall the Gliding Element. Sample Project (Blade Selection): Either the E12 or E50 blades will be sufficient to cut 0.020"...
Page 82: Homing The C-Axis
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Homing the C-Axis The C-Axis refers to any axis that rotates around the Z-axis, such as the TCM-3 and EOT-2 Modules. It is necessary to home the C-axis prior to using the modules. This will ensure blade direction is accurate. If the C-Axis is not homed, the blade may be in the incorrect position during a cut, most likely leading to a broken blade.
Page 83: Adjusting The Cutting Depth
Assembly & Setup Adjusting the Cutting Depth Cutting depth is the length of blade protruding past the nylon gliding element. The gliding element also aids in holding down the material as the blade is dragged through. The TCM-3 module can also be used without the gliding element.
Page 84: Setting Tool Length Offset
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Setting Tool Length Offset TCM-3 SETTING KNIFE LENGTH (TOOL LENGTH OFFSET): The purpose of setting a tool length offset is to store a point in the Z-axis in which the knife will lower to prior to cutting.
Page 85 Assembly & Setup 4.) After pressing the "MeasKnife" Button, the linear slide will retract, and the tool head will return to the “Z”-home position. © 2021 Enter your company name...
Page 86: Tcm-3 Setting Work Coordinates
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT TCM-3 Setting Work Coordinates 1.) Manually Jog the Tool Head, until the Knife Point is at the desired XY Origin Point. 2.) “Press the "Set XY" Button”. Green Boxes will appear next to the X and Y-Axis. Once the previously discussed steps are completed G-Code can then be executed.
Page 87 Assembly & Setup The program can be previewed in the viewer window by “Clicking the View Button on the Tool Bar”. Execute the program by clicking on the green start button or pressing "Enter" on the keyboard. The file path must be in the command line for the program to execute.
Page 88: Preliminary Checks
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Preliminary Checks The cutting blades are tungsten carbide, which means they stay sharper longer. But carbide is also brittle and can break if stress is applied in the wrong place. That is why doing a test cut in the air is an important optional preliminary step to avoid breaking a blade.
Page 89: Post Processor
The Post Processor will require commands unique to the WinCNC Control System. Post processors can be found at the wincnc.net website. See the "CNC swift series with WinCNC Manual" for more details on locating and implementing new post processors. If using the program Aspire made by Vectric, the post processor is WinCNCKnife.pp.
Page 90: Advanced Settings
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Advanced Settings ADJUSTING LIFT ANGLE: The default lift angle is set at 20°. This means that the tangential module will lift away from the material before rotating in a location where the angle of change is greater than 20°. •...
Page 91: Laguna Spindle Options
Assembly & Setup Laguna Spindle Options: · 3 HP Liquid Cooled- This Spindle is to be used! Electro-Spindle Assembly: The Electro-Spindle is moved along the gantry by a precision Helical Rack and-Pinion Ball Screw system that is controlled by the machine controller. Programming &...
Page 92 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT during the preparation process. Below is a workflow diagram that captures the steps required to utilize the Optiscout system. The following sections outline each step in more detail. © 2021 Enter your company name...
Page 93: Design Artw Ork & Artw Ork Layers
Assembly & Setup The suggested Design Software for use with Optiscout are the following: 1) Adobe Illustrator. 2) CorelDRAW. 3) Optiscout Design. For this walkthrough, Adobe Illustrator will be used to demonstrate the necessary steps to using your vision system. Keep in mind that the design software will vary, but the concepts remain the same. ARTWORK LAYERS: The first step is to create the Artwork Layer.
Page 94 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT 7) Use more regmarks for more accuracy. PRINT ARTWORK: Export the Artwork and Regmark layer to your RIP Software for printing. Note: Make sure that the dimensions of the file will not be changed in the RIP software. IMPORT FILE INTO OPTISCOUT: 1) Start Optiscout.
Page 95: Selecting Tools & Output Parameters
Assembly & Setup SELECTING A TOOL AND MATERIAL EDITING OUTPUT PARAMETERS: To edit a tools output parameters such as feed rate and cutting depth, “Click” on the Settings Button shown in figure 8 below: SECURE MATERIAL ONTO TABLE: This step is dependent on the user’s application and techniques. For this demonstration, the tangential cutting module is being used so cutting mat will be placed down onto the table and a sheet of styrene will placed on top.
Page 96 Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Tangential Module: As with the router a tool length offset must be set prior to executing code for a tangential module. This subsection applies to the oscillating knife and crease wheel as well. 1) Verify the linear slide has been extended. 2) Lower the Z-Axis until the desired cutting height is reached.
Page 97 Assembly & Setup LOCATE FIRST REFERENCE MARK: Using the keyboard hot keys, manually jog the camera over the first reference mark. Once visible in the Optiscout Software, “Press the Target Button”. This will start the scanning process. Each dot will be visited by the camera unless redundancy is detected.
Page 98: Troubleshooting
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Troubleshooting Issue Potential Solution MOTOR TRIES TO START BUT 1.) With the power disconnected WILL NOT TURN from the machine. Try to turn the spindle by hand. If the spindle will not turn, check the reason for the jamming.
Page 100: Maintenance
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Maintenance MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS: Daily Checks: • Clean the machine and lubricate unpainted surfaces with a Teflon lubricant. Wipe off any excess and buff with a dry polishing cloth. This will reduce the likelihood of rust forming. •...
Page 112: Messages And Error Codes
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Messages and Error Codes Error codes will be displayed in the message display window of the screen display. The list below is in alphabetical order. © 2021 Enter your company name...
Page 114: Warranty Information
Customer Service and include the (RMA) number with all returned parts/components requesting warranty coverage.* Any machines returned to Laguna Tools must be returned with packaging in the same way 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.
Page 115 Warranty Information We require that the defective item/part be returned to Laguna Tools with the complaint. The end-user must request an RMA (Return Material Authorization) Number from Customer Service and include the (RMA) number with all returned parts/components requesting warranty coverage.
Page 116: Cnc Limited Warranty
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.
Page 117: Modifications Policy
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.
Page 118: Standard Damage Notification Sheet
Swift Vacuum (Multi-tool) MT Standard Damage Notification Sheet The machines are thoroughly tested before leaving any or our Laguna Tools facilities, but that does not mean the machines would not experience any damage in transit. Before signing the Bill of Lading (See Example Below) when the trucking company drops off the machine, visually inspect the entire crate and check for any damage.
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