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President & Founder Laguna Tools MODEL IDENTIFICATION: Your 19-38 Combo sander is one of a family of machines from Laguna Tools designed to help you achieve results comparable to industrial-size sanders at a fraction of the cost. For future reference, find the model, stock and serial numbers on the back of machine base and write them in below.
SAFETY RULES: SECURE WORK. Use clamps or a vise to hold KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working order. work when practical. It's safer than using your hand and it frees both hands to operate tool. REMOVE ADJUSTING KEYS AND WRENCHES. Form habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting DON'T OVERREACH.
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CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ ne sont pas conçcues pour résister aux impacts. MAINTENEZ TOUS LES PROTECTEURS en place et bon état de marche. TRAVAIL SÉCURITAIRE. Utilisez des serres ou un étau pour maintenir la pièce en place lorsque c'est pratique. Plus sécu- RETIREZ LES CLÉS ET OUTILS.
About The 19-38 Combo sanding head; 2) a brush speed control knob which This manual is designed to help familiarize you controls brush speed from 200 to 1000 RPM and with your sander, and to help take advantage of its drum speed to 1750 RPM;...
Unpacking 7. Using handle, raise sanding head to high position and remove packing block from under carriage The 19-38 Combo sander has been shipped arm and motor, if so equipped. (Fig 4) mostly assembled from the factory. If any damage has occurred as a result of shipment, 8.
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Open-Stand Inventory Stand leg……………………………………………4 Long lower cross braces………………………….2 Short lower cross braces…………………………...2 Long top cross braces……………………………..2 Short top cross braces……………………………..2 Hardware bag……………………………………….1 Stand Assembly NGHE STAND Note: For initial stand assembly secure all fasteners finger tight. Fully tighten fasteners before use. Assemble the stand, by securing two legs to the Secure the two long top rails inside of the legs and on out-side of each of the two short top cross braces...
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Connect the second leg sub-assembly to the top long rails. Note: Long rail on top of short rail and both rails inside of legs. Thread a hex nut onto each of the leveling feet attach Attach the lower cross braces to the legs – again, a leveling foot to the bottom of each leg with the the longer cross braces should sit on top of the short hard- ware order as shown (not required if installing...
Setting Up Your 19-38 Combo sander was adjusted and aligned at the factory, and it has been carefully packed for shipment. However, because of possible stress during transit, the unit should be thoroughly checked before using. This section covers the preoperational checks you should make after unpacking and final assembly.
INSTALLING A POWER CORD Confirm power cord is NOT plugged in before installation. Confirm power cord and plug are designed and rated for 110 Volt/15 amp, 14 gauge minimum, with ground. IMPORTANT: Refer to picture and diagram on next page. IMPORTANT: GFIC protected receptacles tend to trip unnecessarily (nuisance tripping) and cause operation issues with the VFD, and should not be used for the 19-38 Combo.
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Hot (black) terminal clamp connection with orange clamp Neutral (white) terminal clamp connection with orange clamp Ground Connection (green) Connecting Power Cord Neutral Connection (white) Ground Connection (green) Strain Relief Tension Nut Power Cord Hot (live, Connection (black) Power Cord Connected...
Do not use a GFCI receptacle with this machine, as the VFD will not work. Height Adjustment Drum Alignment The brush/drum height is controlled by the height Check alignment when using sanding drum. After adjustment handle (Fig.5). Turning the handle raises or installing sanding drum, remove abrasive from drum.
IMPORTANT! When using the sanding drum side. Adjusting the take-up screw nuts on both sides accessory, adjust RPM Gauge to “drum sanding” of the conveyor allows belt tracking adjustments to highest setting, turned fully clockwise. Only use be made without affecting belt tension. Adjust the drum sander at this setting! takeup screw nuts only 1/4 turn at a time.
Operating Before using your Brush, review the previous pages in 3. Start sanding brush and select slow brush this manual on initial set-up and adjustment. In this speed (page 8). section, you will learn how to operate the machine. 4. Start conveyor and select feed rate (page 10) Note that connecting the machine to an adequate 5.
short, flat stock only. To adjust, remove the four tension adjusting screws, keeping track of screw penetration into retaining nut. Slide rollers in toward drum using retaining nut closest to drum. Reinstall four adjusting screws with the same tension or penetration into retaining nut.
knob will come on when INTELLISAND is of abrasive grit, type of wood, and conveyor feed rate. operating. (Fig. 11 a) When the load is decreased, Practicing on scrap before sanding a project can be INTELLISAND will automatically increase the feed beneficial.
Changing & Installing Brush & Drum Heads Unplug machine from power prior to proceeding! NOTICE! Make sure to follow instructions about set screws. Failures to remove a set screw can damage the machine. NOTICE! USE CAUTION TO NOT DROP THE ALUMINUM DRUM OR BRUSH HEAD DURING THIS PROCESS.
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Removing (Head) Tools Needed: Size 14MM Wrench. Allen Wrenches Make sure Sander is disconnected from power and cannot be turned on. Use a 14mm wrench to remove the four (#2) mounting bolts/nuts from the left and right side. SEE STEP 3 PRIOR TO REMOVAL.
Monthly Maintenance For best results, perform the following recommended maintenance procedures on a monthly basis: • Lubricate conveyor bushings and check for wear. • Lubricate all moving parts, such as threaded rods and washers • Clean dust from the conveyor belt. •...
Tips For Maximum Performance The versatility designed into the 19-38 Combo allows it to be used for a wide-ranging variety of tasks that will boost the return on your investment. Learning to use its multiple adjustments and controls will allow you to fine-tune the machine for maximum results, regardless of the job to be done.
Changing Flatter Strips 19-38 Combo Flatter abrasive strip changing Unplug sander. Loosen two set screws from outboard (left) brush support bearing. Fig. 14A Remove two 3/8” carriage bolts from outboard brush support bearing. Remove outboard bearing from shaft of brush. Remove four screws from end-caps of outboard side of brush head.
Wrapping Abrasive Strips 4. With the trailing edge of the strip properly cut, rewrap the drum and insert the tapered end Note: When using Pre-Marked™ or Pre-Cut™ through the slot in the right (inboard) end of the abrasives, not all of the steps below are necessary. drum.
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Fig. 16B Trim about 3” from end of cut taper. Fig. 16C Trimmed tapered end ready to install. Fig. 16E Wrap strip around drum without overlap. Fig. 16D Insert tapered end into outboard slot. Fig. 16G Insert tapered end into inboard slot. Fig.
Replacing Conveyor Belts Conveyor Belt Tracking: Belt tracking adjustments To replace the conveyor belt, the conveyor assembly are made while the conveyor belt is running. After must be removed from the machine. Raise the drum/ the proper belt tension is obtained (see above), turn brush carriage to its highest position using the the conveyor unit on and set it at the fastest speed height adjustment handle.
Troubleshooting Any operating problems with the SuperBrush check the following listings for potential causes will likely occur most often during the period that and solutions; it may also pay to review the you are becoming familiar with its components and previous sections in this manual on setting up and their adjustments.
Troubleshooting Guide: Conveyor ROBLEM OSSIBLE AUSE OLUTION Conveyor rollers run 1. Shaft coupling loose. Align shaft flats of gear motor intermittently. and drive roller; tighten shaft coupling set screws. Conveyor belt slips 1. Improper conveyor belt Adjust belt tension (page 8). on drive roller.
Troubleshooting Guide: Machine ROBLEM OSSIBLE AUSE OLUTION Brush height adjustment 1. Improper adjustment of Readjust height control works improperly. height control. Knocking sound 1. Bearing worn. Replace bearing while running. Sniping of wood Inadequate support Use roller stands to support stock. (gouging near end of stock.
Part List: Conveyor and Motor Assembly Index Part Description Size 1 ..480BS-201 ....Gear Motor ..........90 VDC ........1 4 ..480BS-147 ....Flat Washer ..........5/16” ......... 4 5 ..480BS-205 ....Socket Head Cap Screw ......#10-32x1/2” ......4 7 ..
Part List: Open Stand Assembly Index No. Part No. Description Size 1 ..... 480BS-501 .... Leg, Left ..................2 2 ..... 480BS-502 .... Leg, Right (with TUF tool holder) ..........2 3 ..... 480BS-503 .... Rail, Long ..................2 4 .....