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Laguna Tools

744 Refuge Way, Suite 200

Grand Prairie, TX 75050

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Page 1 Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Laguna Tools 744 Refuge Way, Suite 200 Grand Prairie, TX 75050 lagunatools.com...
Page 2: Scope Of This Manual
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 02 (05/01/2025)
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Table of Contents GENERAL INFORMATION AND SAFETY ............6 Overview ............................6 Safety Signs and Callouts ......................6 Proposition 65 Warning of Harmful Exposure ................7 Intended Use ..........................7 Safety Information ........................... 7 Shop Environment .......................... 9 Health and Safety .........................
Page 4 Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Electrical Cabinet .......................... 21 Accessories ..........................23 MACHINE PLACEMENT ..................24 Placement ............................. 24 Locating Your Machine ......................... 25 Space Allocation/Dust Collection ....................25 Electrical Requirements ........................ 25 Lighting ............................25 Machine Weight/Load ........................25 Unpacking Your Machine ......................26 ASSEMBLY AND SETUP ...................
Page 5 Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Moving the Router Head ....................... 40 Jogging Speed ..........................41 Setting the Work Envelope ......................41 MDF Table T-Slots ........................42 Fitting the Touch Off Puck ......................42 Automatic Z Origin Point (Tool Touch Off Point) ................43 Manual Z Origin Point (Tool Touch Off Point) ................
Page 6: General Information And Safety
Laguna Tools equipment is designed for specific and limited applications. This product should not be modified nor used for any application other than its intended use.
Page 7: Proposition 65 Warning Of Harmful Exposure
Always have a fire extinguisher ready to extinguish a fire. Never leave the machine running unattended. The tools sold by Laguna Tools are safe when used properly, as described by the American National Safety Institute, the UL Standards of safe tool use, and the IEC standards of safe tool use.
Page 8 Swift Standard Owner’s Manual The machine is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only. Personnel who are not familiar with the correct and safe operation of the machine should not operate the machine until properly trained.
Page 9: Shop Environment
24. Keep a copy of this manual for future reference. 25. All motion parameters have been set up by Laguna Tools. If any modifications are required, please have a qualified operator perform the changes.
Page 10: Health And Safety
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual 10. Store cutting tools in a dry location and prevent contact to preserve the cutting edge. Health and Safety 1. Always wear approved personal health and safety equipment as indicated for the materials and type of operations that will be performed. These should include face, eye, respiratory, hearing, and body safety protection devices.
Page 11: Additional Safeguards
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual 6. Keep the electrical cord away from sharp edges, heat or moving parts, and do not store materials on top of it. Position the cord so it will not become a tripping hazard. 7. While the use of an extension cord is discouraged, if it is necessary, verify the cord is in good condition, meets the current requirements, and is located so as not to present a tripping hazard.
Page 12: Operational Practice
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual 1.11 Operational Practice 1. Never leave the machine running unattended. Always be in close reach of the emergency stop button. 2. Turn off the power and do not leave the machine until it comes to a complete stop.
Page 13 Swift Standard Owner’s Manual NOTES:...
Page 14: Receiving Your Machine
Contact Laguna Tools Customer Service within 24 hours in case of damage. It is advisable to photograph and document any shipping damage. The original packaging is required to return damaged equipment to Laguna Tools.
Page 15: Machine Overview
Swift Standard The Laguna Swift Standard 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 Standard features a MDF table with T-slots.
Page 16: Specifications
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Specifications Swift 48” X 48” Swift 48” X 96” Swift 60" X 120" Spindle 3hp, Liquid-Cooled 3hp, Liquid-Cooled 3hp, Liquid-Cooled Spindle RPM 6,000 - 24,000 6,000 - 24,000 6,000 - 24,000 Controller Rich Auto DSP controller...
Page 17: Layout And Footprint
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Layout and Footprint Swift 4' x 8' Table...
Page 18 Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Swift 5' x 10' Table...
Page 19: Components
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Components Figure 3-1: Swift Standard Components Electrical Cabinet Router Spindle Frame Gantry MDF Table 1. Electrical Cabinet – The electrical cabinet is a dust free enclosure and will be located on the side of the machine.
Page 20 Swift Standard Owner’s Manual 4. Router Spindle – The router spindle is moved along the gantry by a precision ball screw system that is controlled by the machine controller. 5. 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 21: Electrical Cabinet
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Electrical Cabinet Figure 3-2: Control Panel Stop Light Power ON/OFF button Power On Light Inverter Controller Emergency Stop Button Handheld Controller Oiler Button...
Page 22 Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Figure 3-3: Interior of Electrical Cabinet...
Page 23: Accessories
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Accessories Toolbox Laguna Container Wrenches Table Clamps Collets Dust Shroud/Hood Tool Touch Off Puck Flash Drive Router Bits USB Cable Handheld Controller Water Pump...
Page 24: 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 25: Locating Your Machine
Swift Standard 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 machine from the packaging, consider the weight load, electrical installation requirements, lighting, dust collection, and space allocation available for the machine and accompanying materials.
Page 26: Unpacking Your Machine
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Unpacking Your Machine 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). 2. Remove the box from the CNC machine if fitted and any other packaging material. The parts ordered with the machine will be packed on or inside the machine.
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Page 28: Assembly And Setup
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual 5.0 Assembly and Setup Leveling the Machine 1. Use a forklift, pallet jack, or 2-ton floor jack to slightly lift the machine of the ground. 2. Place the metal feet on the floor aligned with the feet hole(s).
Page 29: Water Pump Installation
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual 5. Connect the green ground cable to the ground lug. Figure 5-1: Cable Ports Figure 5-2: Main Disconnect and Ground Lug (Single-Phase) Water Pump Installation The water pump ensures the spindle does not overheat. The water pump must be connected prior to operation.
Page 30 Swift Standard Owner’s Manual 1. 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. Lightly pull on the pipe to ensure that it is connected correctly.
Page 31 Swift Standard Owner’s Manual NOTE Operating the spindle without cooling could cause damage and failure. NOTE If your shop is subject to freezing temperatures, antifreeze must be added to the cooling water. NOTE A qualified electrician must carry out the electrical installation.
Page 32: Fitting The Dust Hose
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Fitting the Dust Hose 1. Fit the dust hose to the dust shroud and secure it with a clamp. Ensure that it is tight so that it does not detach 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 33: Assembling The Controller
Swift Standard 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 34: Fitting The Router Bit Into The Router Head
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual 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. NOTE Collets and spindle collet holes must be cleaned regularly.
Page 35 Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Figure 5-7: Collet Figure 5-8: Spindle Nut Figure 5-9: Spindle Nut with Collet 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 36: Controller Button Functions
Swift Standard 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 37: Menu Path
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Z-/7 - Moves the router head in the Z (DOWN) towards the table surface. Z-0/8 - Sets the tool to the Zero surface (Tool Touch Off). HOME/9 - Causes the machine to move to the Home position, first in the Z-Axis, followed by X and then Y (Home is a mechanically determined position using mechanical switches/sensors).
Page 38: Machine Setup Path
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Machine Setup Path...
Page 39: Operation
Swift Standard 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 Standard Owner’s Manual 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 Standard Owner’s Manual 3. Distance Mode – Press the MODE button a third time and Distance is displayed. This allows you to input a position into the controller that you want the router spindle to move to. As an example, if you want to move the router spindle 100 mm from the home position in the X and / or Y-Axis.
Page 42: Mdf Table T-Slots
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual be shown at the bottom of the display. Move the router spindle to the home position by pressing the HOME button. 2. Move the router head to the max position by pressing the X+ button until the router spindle stops.
Page 43: Automatic Z Origin Point (Tool Touch Off Point)
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Automatic Z Origin Point (Tool Touch Off Point) The machine is provided with an automatic tool height adjustment. Place the touch off puck on the clean table directly under the cutter. To activate the automatic tool height adjustment, press MENU and ON/OFF key at the same time on the control pad.
Page 44: Fitting A Job To The Table
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Fitting a Job to the Table One can use double-sized tape to attach the job to the table. If you are using double-sized tape, ensure that the table 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 45: Resetting The Origin Point
Swift Standard 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 table.
Page 46: Steps To Follow Before Running A Program
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual 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. 5. Use the arrow keys to select the file to load into the controller.
Page 47 Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Step one in assembling the tools together is to snap the collet into the collet nut. Firmly press the collet into the spindle nut until a “snap” sound is heard. The collet will have a little wiggle room but will not come out unless some force is applied.
Page 48 Swift Standard Owner’s Manual ii. Once you are located where you want to be to set the origin, you have to press the number 4 key (XY→0) -WARNING- If you receive the following error: Then you are in the absolute coordinates page, (AX, AY, AZ) To get out of this page, press the...
Page 49 Swift Standard Owner’s Manual 2. Tool Lengths a. Teaching tool lengths will allow the machine to know how far down until the tool is touching the top of table (or top of material if that’s how the program is set up for) i.
Page 50: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual 8.0 Maintenance and Troubleshooting As with any machine, conducting regular maintenance will ensure optimal performance. Failure to follow maintenance procedures will void the warranty. 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 51: Weekly Checks
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual Weekly Checks 1. Clean the cutters. 2. Check cutter teeth for chips and dullness. 3. Inspect the overall machine for damage and loose or worn parts. 4. Check the dust extraction for blockages and any large bits that could cause blockages.
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Page 53: Troubleshooting
Swift Standard 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 Standard 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...
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Page 56: Wiring Schematics
Swift Standard Owner’s Manual 10.0 Wiring Schematics...
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Page 58: 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 59 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 60: Warranty And Registration
Laguna Tools® Warranty Service stated by Laguna Tools®. These parts are designed to be used at the 744 Refuge Way, Grand Prairie, Texas 75050, USA expense of the operator and are available for replacement or inventory 1-800-234-1976 purchase.