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  • Page 2 LAGUNA® and the LAGUNA Logo® are the registered trademarks of Laguna Tools, Inc. DISCLAIMER Laguna Tools is not responsible for errors or omissions. Specifications subject to change. Machines may be shown with optional accessories. Revision 03 (07/20/2023)

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Table of Contents General Information and Safety ................7 Overview ............................7 Safety Call-Outs ..........................7 Safety Rules ............................8 Machine And Workshop Safety Instructions ..................9 Electrical Safety ..........................11 Receiving Your Machine ..................13 Machine Overview ....................
  • Page 4 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Assembly and Setup .................... 29 Electrical Connection For The Machine ................... 29 Vacuum Pump Installation ....................... 30 Water Pump Installation ........................30 Fitting The Dust Hose........................32 Assembling The Controller ....................... 34 Fitting The Router Bit Into The Router Head ................... 35 Controller Button Functions ......................
  • Page 5 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Maintenance and Troubleshooting ............... 51 Daily Checks ............................ 51 Weekly Checks ..........................51 Oiling The Machine .......................... 52 Troubleshooting ....................53 10.0 Warranties ......................55...
  • Page 6 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual NOTES:...

  • Page 7: General Information And Safety

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual 1.0 General Information and Safety Overview Please read and understand all warnings and operating 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 Owner’s Manual NOTE A helpful tip from Laguna Tools staff. 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.

  • Page 9: Machine And Workshop Safety Instructions

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual DANGER When using an electrical machine, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: 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 10 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual DISCONNECT POWER FIRST – Always disconnect the machine from the power supply before adjusting the machine or performing service to prevent injury from unintended start-up or contact with live electrical components. EYE PROTECTION –Wear ANSI-approved safety glasses or a face shield when operating or observing machinery to reduce the risk of eye injury or blindness from flying particles.

  • Page 11: Electrical Safety

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual STABLE MACHINE – Unexpected movement during operation greatly increases the risk of injury or loss of control. Before starting, verify the machine is stable and mobile base (if used) is locked. USE RECOMMENDED ACCCESSORIES – Consult the owner’s manual or the manufacturer for recommended accessories.
  • Page 12 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual NOTES:...

  • Page 13: Receiving Your Machine

    All damage must be noted on the delivery documents and signed by you and the delivery driver. You must then contact the seller, Laguna Tools, within 24 hours. It is advisable to photograph any shipping damage to support an insurance claim.
  • Page 14 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Most large machinery will be delivered on a tractor trailer 48 to 53 feet long. Please notify Sales Representative of any Delivery Restrictions. The customer is required to have a forklift (6000 lbs. or larger is recommended) with •...

  • Page 15: Machine Overview

    Swift Vacuum The Laguna Swift Vacuum CNC Router features a work envelope of 4’ x 4’, 4’ x 8’, 5’ x 10’. It also includes an industrial-grade liquid cooled electro-spindle. The Swift Vacuum features a 4-zone (4’...

  • Page 16: Specifications

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Double Helical Rack Drive on X & Y Axis • Vacuum Pump Sold Separately Specifications Item Swift 48” x 48” or 4’ x 4’ Swift 48” x 96” or 4’ x 8’ Swift 60” x 120” or 5’ x10’...

  • Page 17: Layout And Footprint

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Layout and Footprint Swift 4' x 4' Table Swift 4' x 8' Table...

  • Page 18: Components

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Components Figure 3-1: Swift Vacuum Components Electrical Cabinet Vacuum Table Router Spindle w/ Dust Hood Frame Gantry 1. Electrical Cabinet – The electrical cabinet is a dust free enclosure and will be located on the side of the machine.
  • Page 19 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual 3. Gantry – The gantry straddles the bed and carries the router spindle motion system. It is moved along the length of the bed by a precision ball screw system that is controlled by the machine controller.

  • Page 20: Electrical Cabinet

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Electrical Cabinet Figure 3-2: Control Panel Stop Light Power Lock Key Power On Light Inverter Controller Vacuum Pump Power Switch Bed Suction Guide Emergency Stop Button Handheld Controller Power On Button...
  • Page 21 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Figure 3-3: Front Panel Ice Cube Relay Vacuum Pump Contactor 24 Volt Power Supply Main Contactor-MCR Stepdown Transformer Fuse Holder...
  • Page 22 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Figure 3-4: Rear Panel Control Card Terminal Strips ND-2278 Lead-Shine Drivers Water Pump Fuse...

  • Page 23: Accessories

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Accessories Toolbox Laguna Container Wrenches Table Clamps Spare Drive Belts Dust Shroud/Hood Collets Flash Drive Gasket USB Cable Router Bits Fuses...
  • Page 24 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Handheld Controller Water Pump...

  • Page 25: Machine Placement

    It is probable that you will find sawdust within your machine. This is because the machine has been tested prior to shipment from the factory and or Laguna Tools. We test machines prior to shipping to customers, but movement can take place during transportation.

  • Page 26: Locating Your Machine

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Locating Your Machine The physical environment where you locate your machine is important for safe assembly and operation of your machine. Before removing your dust collector from the packaging consider the weight load, electrical installation requirements, lighting, dust collection, and space allocation available for the band saw and accompanying materials.

  • Page 27: Unpacking Your Machine

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual weight of the operator and any materials which may be stored around the machine when selecting a location for your machine. Unpacking Your Machine To unpack your machine, you will need tin snips, a knife, and a wrench.
  • Page 28 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual NOTES:...

  • Page 29: Assembly And Setup

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual 5.0 Assembly and Setup Electrical Connection for the Machine A cable is not supplied; the proper cable will depend on local wiring codes and the electrical supply. When installing, ensure the power supplied to the machine is 220v (220 Volts) single phase or three-phase (depending on machine configuration).

  • Page 30: Vacuum Pump Installation

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual NOTE A qualified electrician must carry out the electrical installation. Vacuum Pump Installation The vacuum pump provides the suction necessary to hold projects to the vacuum table. The vacuum pump should be installed prior to operation.
  • Page 31 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual 1. Connect one pipe to the water pump and the other pipe will be placed in the water container for the return water. It is not important which pipe is used as the return. 2. Fit the 90-degrees connector to the pump. Connect one of the pipes to the water pump by pushing it into the 90-degree connector.

  • Page 32: Fitting The Dust Hose

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual NOTE A qualified electrician must carry out the electrical installation. Lower the water pump into the container ensuring that it is the correct way up (water inlet lowest) and place the water return pipe into the container. The logical position for the water container is just behind the control box close to the caterpillar track.
  • Page 33 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Figure 5-5: Dust Collection Components Dust Shroud Dust Shroud Bracket Latch Dust Hose (not included) NOTE If it is too low the brushes may drag on the job and could be cut by the router bit. If it is too high and is not in contact with the job suction may not be optimal.

  • Page 34: Assembling The Controller

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual NOTE If there is insufficient slack, the hose may break or damage the dust shroud. It is suggested that the hose be suspended from the ceiling of the facility with sufficient slack so that it will not restrict movement. It will also be out of the way and not cause a trip hazard.

  • Page 35: Fitting The Router Bit Into The Router Head

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual NOTE A USB Drive fits into a slot on the top of the handheld controller. Fitting the Router Bit into the Router Head NOTE Before changing or fitting the router bit always verify the Emergency Stop button is engaged and the router bit has come to a full stop.
  • Page 36 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Figure 5-7: Collet Figure 5-8: Spindle Nut NOTE To remove the collet, hold the spindle nut and press the collet on the side. The collet will compress and pop out. Do not try to remove the collet while a cutter is fitted as the collet will not compress and pop out.

  • Page 37: Controller Button Functions

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Controller Button Functions NOTE There is a comprehensive manual for the handheld controller. Below is a list of the main key functions. The controller may vary from the handheld controller shown below. Figure 5-9: A11E Handheld Controller Keypad X+/1 - Moves the gantry in the X direction away from the home end of the bed.
  • Page 38 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual X-/5 - Moves the gantry in the X direction towards the home end of the bed. Y-/6 - Moves the router head in the Y direction towards the home end of the bed. Z-/7 - Moves the router head in the Z (DOWN) towards the table surface.

  • Page 39: Operation

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual 6.0 Operation Turning On the Machine Before the machine is turned on, remove all tools and other objects from the worktable. 1. Release the Emergency Stop by twisting clockwise until it pops out. 2. Turn the Main Power Isolation Switch clockwise to the On position.

  • Page 40: Moving The Router Head

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual 5. To turn the vacuum on, turn the switch to the right. Pressing the green button will also power the controller and the display will light up. The screen will display Go to Home?. Verify the table surface is clear of obstructions and press the green ORIGIN/OK button.

  • Page 41: Jogging Speed

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual 2. Step Mode – Press the mode button until Step is displayed. With Step selected, each time X or Y button is pressed it will move the router head by 0.5 mm in high setting and 0.1 mm in the low setting.

  • Page 42: Using The Vacuum Table

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual 1. Select Low Speed by pressing the HIGH LOW / 0 button. Select Continuous by pressing the MODE button until Continuous is displayed. The position of the router head as it changes will be shown at the bottom of the display. Move the router spindle to the home position by pressing the HOME button.

  • Page 43: Fitting The Foam Rubber Gasket

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual NOTE The better the vacuum created, the more securely the parts will be held in place. Follow the below instructions to obtain optimum results. Fitting the Foam Rubber Gasket It is important that the foam rubber gasket is pressed evenly into the grove in the vacuum table around the zone that you are constructing.

  • Page 44: Spoil Board Preparation

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Spoil Board Preparation When you purchase your MDF spoil board it should be no thinner than ¾ inch. The thicker the MDF the better the suction that is created. However, it is not recommended that your spoil board be thicker than one (1) inch.

  • Page 45: Precautions Regarding Spoil Boards

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual NOTE At least two (2) people are required to load a spoil board. Never put the edge of the board on the vacuum table and push it across. The foam rubber gasket will be damaged and no longer provide a vacuum seal.

  • Page 46: Vacuum Table T-Slots

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual 6.10 Vacuum Table T-Slots The vacuum table has nine (9) T-Slots to enable fixtures and jobs to be clamped directly to the table. Clamps are provided, but the table must be protected with a packer when using jacking bolts.

  • Page 47: Setting The Spoil Board On The Vacuum Table

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual DANGER DO NOT turn the router bit by hand as it is sharp and could cause injury. 4. Select the distance mode and enter 0.0254 mm (0.0001 inches). Press Z+ (UP) and rotate the cutter in the reverse direction until the cutter is free to move and there is no drag. The cutter is now within 0.001 inches above the spoil board.

  • Page 48: Fitting A Job To The Spoil Board

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual 6.15 Fitting a Job to the Spoil Board One can use double-sized tape to attach the job to the spoil board. If you are using double-sized tape, ensure that the spoil board and the job are clean and do not have saw dust or chips as this will affect the ability of the tape to hold the job securely.

  • Page 49: Resetting The Origin Point

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual 7.0 Resetting the Origin Point 1. Bring the router head to the origin point by pressing the ORIGIN OK button. 2. Lower the router bit by pressing Z- so that it is just above the spoil board.
  • Page 50 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual 1. Load your program into your USB drive. 2. Fit the USB into the USB slot in the controller. 3. Press the button RUN/PAUSE DELETE. The display will show U disc. 4. Press the OK button. The contents of the USB drive will be shown on the screen.

  • Page 51: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual 8.0 Maintenance and Troubleshooting As with any machine, conducting regular maintenance will ensure optimal performance. NOTE If you are operating within a Quality System Certified Facility (ISO/QS 9000, TS-16949, etc.), be advised to incorporate the daily and weekly maintenance checks into the preventative maintenance protocol of the facilities Quality System.

  • Page 52: Oiling The Machine

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Oiling the Machine The machine is provided with a central oiler. Do not over lubricate the machine as excess oil attracts dirt and sawdust. One pump of the oiler is recommended at least once a month to keep your machine lubricated;...

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual 9.0 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Solution 1. Verify the start switch is being pressed full 2. Verify the red stop switch is fully out. 3. Verify the electrical power cord is plugged into the power outlet. 4. Verify the electrical supply is on (reset the Machine will not start breaker).
  • Page 54 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Problem Possible Solution 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 automatically. If the...

  • Page 55: Warranties

    Any machines returned to Laguna Tools must be returned with packaging in the same manner in which it was received. A part or blade is being returned must have adequate packaging to ensure it is not damaged during shipping. In...
  • Page 56 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 (24) hours of delivery.
  • Page 57 Swift Vacuum Owner’s Manual Laguna Tools Warranty...
  • Page 58 Laguna Tools, Inc. 744 Refuge Way Grand Prairie, TX 75050 800-234-1976 www.lagunatools.com Copyright © 2023 Laguna Tools, Inc. All rights reserved.

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