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Dear Woodworker:

Thank you for your purchase and welcome to the Laguna Tools group

of discriminating woodworkers. I understand that you have a choice

of where to purchase your machines and appreciate the confidence

you have in our products.

Every machine sold by Laguna Tools has been carefully designed and

well thought through from a woodworker’s perspective. I cut on our

bandsaws, lathes, table saws and combination machines. Through

my hands-on experience, I work hard to make our machines better.

I strive to give you machines that inspire you to create works of art;

machines that are a joy to run and work on; machines that encourage

your performance.

Twenty years ago Laguna Tools was founded to introduce European

woodworking machines to the North American woodworker. Today

we offer high-performance machines with innovative solutions that

meet the needs of woodworkers and their ever-evolving craft.

I started Laguna Tools as a woodworker; I still am.

Thank you again for becoming a Laguna Tools customer.

Torben Helshoj

President and Founder - Laguna Tools

Imagination; Innovation and Invention at work.

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Table of contents

Safety Rules

Warranty

Noise emission

Specification sheet

Receiving your machine

Unpacking your machine

Introduction to your machine

Assembly and setup

Where to locate your machine

Operating your machine

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Accessories

Electrical drawing

Spare parts

Exploded view drawings and parts lists

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Safety Rules

As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with the operation

and use. Using a machine with 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. If you have any

questions relative to the installation and operation, do not use the equipment

until you have contacted your supplying distributor.

Read carefully before operating the mortiser:

1. Keep the working area clean and be sure adequate lighting is

available.

2. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, bracelets, necklaces or ornaments.

Wear face, eye, respiratory and body protection devices as indicated

for the operation or environment.

3. Be sure that the power is disconnected from the machine before tools

are serviced or an attachment is fitted or removed.

4. Never leave the machine with the power on.

5. Do not use dull, gummy or cracked cutting tools.

6. Be sure that the keys and adjusting wrenches have been removed and

all the nuts and bolts are secured.

Limited Warranty

New woodworking machines sold by Laguna Tools carry a one-year warranty

from the date of shipping. Laguna Tools guarantees all new machines sold to

be free of manufacturer’s defective workmanship, parts and materials. We

will repair or replace without charge, any parts determined by Laguna Tools,

Inc. to be a manufacturer’s defect. We require that the defective item/part

be returned to Laguna Tools. 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. This limited warranty does not apply to natural

disasters, acts of terrorism, normal wear and tear, product failure due to lack

of maintenance or cleaning, damage caused by accident, neglect, lack of or

inadequate dust collection, misuse/abuse or damage caused where repair or

alterations have been made or attempted by others.

Laguna Tools, Inc. is not responsible for additional tools or modifications sold

or performed (other than from/by Laguna Tools, Inc.) on any Laguna Tools,

Inc. woodworking machine. Warranty may be voided upon the addition of

such noted tools and/or modifications, determined on a case-by-case basis.

Normal user alignment, adjustment, tuning and machine settings are not

covered by this warranty. It is the responsibility of the user to understand

basic woodworking machinery settings and procedures and to properly

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maintain the equipment in accordance with the standards provided by the

manufacturer.

Parts, under warranty, are shipped at Laguna Tools, Inc’s cost either by

common carrier, FedEx ground service or similar method. Technical support

to install replacement parts is primarily provided by phone, fax or e-mail.

The labor required to install replacement parts is the responsibility of the

user.

Laguna Tools is not responsible for damage or loss caused by the freight

company or other circumstances not in our control.

Only new machines sold to the original owner are covered by this warranty.

For warranty repair information, call 1-800-332-4094.

Noise emission

Notes concerning noise emission:

Given that there exists a relationship between noise level and exposure

times, it is not precise enough to determine the need for supplementary

precautions. The factors affecting the true level of exposure to operators are

clearly the amount of time exposed, the characteristics of the working

environment other sources of dust and noise, etc. for example, adjacent

machines affect the level of ambient noise. It is possible that exposure level

limits will vary from country to country.

Specification sheet

Description Specification

Packing case dimensions

Length 1150mm / 45”

Width 700mm / 28”

Height 1080mm / 42 ”

Weight net 180kg / 394lb

Weight gross 270kg / 594lb

Motor

Motor power 2,9kW / 4hp 3,6kW / 5hp

Motor speed 1690rpm 3410rpm

Diameter of drills 1mm / 16mm 1/16’ / 5/8”

Longitudinal movement 245mm / 9,6”

Horizontal movement 205mm / 8”

Vertical movement 150mm / 5,9”

Indexing pitches 16mm 25mm 22mm 32mm

Table size 600mm x 320mm 23,6” x 12,6”

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Accessories

Wrench

Chuck type “Veskot”

Receiving your machine

Note: It is probable that a third party

will deliver your machine.

Before you unpack your new machine,

you will need to first inspect the

packing, invoice and shipping documents

supplied by the driver. Ensure that

there is no visible damage to the

packing or the machine. You need to

do this prior to the driver leaving.

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] as soon as practical. If damage is found

after delivery, contact the seller as soon as practical.

Unpacking your mortiser:

To unpack your machine you will need tin snips, knife, screw driver [star]

and a wrench.

1. Using the tin snips, cut the banding [if fitted] that is securing the box.

WARNING: EXTREME CAUTION MUST BE USED BECAUSE THE

BANDING WILL SPRING AND COULD CAUSE INJURY. Then remove the

screws that secure the box to the base [row of screws around the

bottom of the box].

2. Lift the box off and discard. This may need two people. Or take the

box apart sheet by sheet.

3. Using the knife, cut the plastic wrap and remove it.

4. Remove the boxes on the base of the box.

Do not remove the machine from the pallet. The motor and mounting

plate are not fitted to the machine and will need to be assembled prior to

removing the machine from the pallet [This is covered latter].

Mortiser in packing box

Box top removed

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What you will receive with your machine

Introduction to your mortiser:

This mortiser is designed to give you years of safe service. Please read this

owner’s manual in its entirety before assembly.

Body

The body of the machine is a welded construction manufactured from heavy

gauge steel sheet. The body houses all parts of the machine.

Work table

The worktable is mounted onto the body in a fixed position and houses the

job clamp, rods that are used as setting stops for the job and a plate

mounted on the front of the table that acts as a reference stop for the job.

Mortiser with box removed

Mitre gauge

Optional mobility kit

Accessories

Side stop main bar

Mobility kit

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Motor and moving table

The motor is mounted onto a plate that moves in all three directions and

angularly.

Horizontal and lateral movement is achieved with a gear stick type handle.

Vertical movement is achieved by operating a geared handle. Loosening 2

nuts and moving to the desired angle with the aid of a lever achieves angular

movement.

Stops are provided that limit the travel of the table both laterally and

horizontally.

An indexing facility is provided that allows you to drill holes at 16, 22, 25 or

32mm pitches. The chuck is mounted to the spindle of the motor.

Assembly and set up:

Where to locate your mortiser

Before you remove your machine from the pallet select the area where you

will use your machine. There are no hard

and fast rules for its location but below

are a few guidelines:

1. Ensure that there is sufficient

clearance all round the machine, as

you will have to have access to the

back of the machine.

2. Adequate lighting. The better the

lighting the more accurate and

safely you will be able to work.

3. Solid floor. You should select a solid

flat floor, preferably concrete or

something similar.

4. Close to power source.

5. Provide for a place that will be suitable for storing finished products

and blanks.

Assembling the motor and mounting

plate

The motor and mounting plate are not

assembled to the machine. They are

removed from the machine prior to

shipping because the assembly is heavy

and could cause damage to the

movement mechanism during transport.

To assemble the motor and mounting

plate, you will need two people, as the

assembly is heavy and awkward. Take

Motor mounting

plate rollers

Mounting plate rollers Stop pin

Motor mounting plate fitted

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care not to stress or damage the wiring during assembly. Lift the mounting

plate and slide it onto the first set of rollers. Tip the mounting plate so that it

is lifted over the split pin [fitted on the lower plate] that is used as a stop.

This may take some jiggling. A second way that you might find easier is to

gently knock the pin down so that it is not stopping the mounting plate from

moving forward. After the mounting plate is fully engaged on both sets of

rollers, knock the pin back up so that it is again acting as a stop and located

between the two sets of stop rings. With the motor fitted, you can take

the machine off the pallet. There are two recommended methods. Fit the

optional mobility kit and roll the machine down a temporary ramp, or lift the

machine off the pallet with a forklift truck / hoist.

Removing machine with a forklift truck or hoist

1. Remove the base mounting bolts that

secure the machine to the base.

2. The machine can be lifted using a

forklift truck by using a “SLING,” with

a lifting capability of 1,000 Kg

[2,200lb]

3. Remove the pallet and lower to the

floor.

Removing machine using the mobility

kit:

Fitting the mobility kit

1. Tilt the machine and rest the machine

on a 2’ x 4”. Repeat for the other end

of the machine.

2. Slide the axel through the holes in the

base of the machine. Ensure that there

is a washer on either side of both

wheels.

3. Lock the wheels in place on the shaft

with the two lock nuts. A slot is

provided at the end of the shaft to stop

rotation while fitting the nuts.

4. Fit the two leveling feet to the other

end of the machine in the base.

5. Remove the two plastic setscrews that are located on the pillar of the

machine and fit the two lifting handles.

6. Build a temporary ramp and gently roll the machine to the floor.

Note: The machine is heavy and it may take two people to stop the machine

from rolling too fast down the ramp.

Note: The machine is heavy and if you have any doubt about the

described procedure, seek professional assistance. Do not attempt

Mobility kit wheels

Mobility kit lifting handles

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any procedure that you feel is unsafe or that you do not have the

physical capability of achieving.

Leveling the Mortiser

After you have located your machine in its final position. You will have to

level it:

1. Place a spirit level on the worktable. You will have to level the machine

in both directions.

2. Adjust the leveling pads so that the machine is level and will not rock.

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Cleaning the machine

Remove the rust protection grease with WD 40 or similar

solvent. It is important that you remove all the grease and

re lubricate with a Teflon-based lubricant as Teflon has less

tendency to attract sawdust and cause clogging. You should

also wax the table as this also protects the cast iron from

rust.

Fitting other parts of the machine

1. Fit the table movement handle by feeding it through

the bearing and screwing it into the lower bearing.

2. Assemble the clamp

and fit into the table.

The clamp can be

fitted on either side

of the machine into

the threaded holes.

3. Assemble the job stop and fit it

into the hole in the table. The

stop can be fitted to either

side of the table.

4.

The miter

gauge is

provided

with a setting dowel, which is fitted into a threaded hole for storage.

Movement handle

Clamp

Dowel pin

storage

Underside of miter gauge

Miter gauge fitted to table

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5. Assemble the indexing barrel

as shown with the screws provided,

do not fully tighten, as you will

have to adjust the position to suit

the locking mechanism.

Attach the locking pin hand grip to

the end of the table movement

handle and lock in position with the

allen set screw.

Assemble the locking mechanism as

shown and adjust both the barrel

and the locking mechanism so that

the locking pin will engage and

disengage freely.

Electrical connection

Note that the machine is not supplied with an electrical cord or a

plug, as the type of cable and plug will be dependent on the

installation.

It is advisable that qualified personnel carry out the electrical installation.

Ensure that the main supply corresponds with that of the machine. Use

wiring suitable for the power and the length of cable that is needed for your

installation. The machine is supplied with a CEE plug mounted on the

machine and the corresponding socket that you can use to connect the main

cable to. On the machine the yellow / green wire is ground, the other colored

wires are power phase and it does not matter what color combination you

use, (there is no neutral). Check that the spindle rotates in the correct

orientation to the switch setting selected. If the rotation is incorrect, you

need to swap locations of 2 of the power leads and it will change the

rotation.

Dowel drilling

attachment

Dowel drilling

attachment

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Pic of the electrical controls

Fitting the electrical cable

The CEE plug and socket are located under

the control box. The electrical cable is fitted

as shown.

You will see a wire that is yellow and green

or green; this is the ground wire, and the

other colored wires are power. It does not

matter what color combination you use.

Green and yellow or green is ground, and

all other wiring is power (there is no

neutral).

On 3-phase machines it does not matter

what color combination you use. Green

[yellow/green or green] is ground; all other

wiring is power (there is no neutral]. If the

spindle rotates in the wrong direction, you

need to swap locations of 2 of the power

leads, and then it will rotate in the correct direction.

Before Starting the machine

1. Read and understand the instruction manual before operating the

machine.

2. If you are still not thoroughly familiar with the operation of the

machine, get advice from a qualified person.

3. Make sure the machine is properly grounded and that the wiring codes

are followed.

4. Do not operate the machine while under the influence of drugs,

alcohol, or if tired.

5. Always wear eye protection, safety glasses or a safety shield, and

hearing protection.

6. Wear dust mask; long term exposure to the fine dust created by the

machine is not healthy.

7. Remove your tie, rings, watch, and all jewelry. Roll up your sleeves

and never wear loose clothing.

You do not want anything to

get caught in the machine.

Stop the machine before

fitting or removing a job.

Operating the machine

Machine test

Now is the time to test the machine.

1. Check that there are no

mortise bits fitted; it is far

CEE plug

and socket

Releasing

socket cover

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safer to test the machine without the mortiser bits fitted.

2. Check that the red safety switch is in the fully out position.

3. Check that the machine is clear of all tools and other loose objects.

4. Check that all the adjusting and locking handles are tight.

5. Start the machine by pressing the green start knob.

6. Now is the time to check that all the safety switches are functioning

correctly before you fit any cutters.

7. With the machine running, press the red emergency stop switch. The

motor should have the power removed and slow down.

8. With the machine running, operate the red stop switch by pressing

towards the machine. The motor should have the power removed and

slow down.

9. If any of the safety switches fail to operate correctly, do not

use the machine until the fault has been corrected.

Machine stops

The machine is provided with stops that

limit the travel of the mortise bit.

Lateral and horizontal movement is

controlled with knurled rings that are

moved into the required position and

locked with a second knurled locking ring.

You will find them on the sides of the

moving plate.

The machine is provided with

stop rods that can be adjusted

to give the job a reference point

to locate from. To adjust, loosen

the clamp bolt, move to the

required position and re-clamp

in position.

Moving the

motor assembly

vertically with a

crank handle

and locking in

position control

vertical position

of the mortiser

bit.

Motor travel stops

Vertical movement handle

Vertical lock

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To move the mortiser to an angle.

Loosen the two clamp bolts that

attach the drill unit to the body of the

machine and rotate the unit with the

aid of the handle. Care must be

taken, as the unit is heavy.

To fit a bit into the chuck, loosen

with the allen wrench, fit the bit

and retighten.

Using the indexing unit

1. Select the pitch that you require [16mm, 22mm, 25mm or 32mm] by

rotating the tube to the required pitch setting.

2. Engage the location pin by releasing the handgrip.

3. Drill the hole.

4. Release the location pin by operating the handgrip.

5. Move to the next pitch and releasing the handgrip.

General Maintenance

Keep your machine clean. At the end of each day clean the machine. Wood

contains moisture, and if sawdust or wood chips are not removed, they will

cause rust. We recommend that you only use a Teflon-based lubricant on

the machine. Regular oil attracts dust and dirt. The Teflon tends to dry and

has fewer tendencies to accumulate dirt and sawdust. Periodically check that

all nuts and bolts are tight.

Bearings

Angle

adjustment

Lock nut

Handle

Chuck

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All bearings are sealed for life and do not require any maintenance. If a

bearing becomes faulty, replace it.

Rust

The machine is made from steel and cast iron. All non-painted surfaces will

rust if not protected. It is recommended that they be protected by applying

wax or a Teflon-based lubricant.

Guide rods and bearing wheels

The clearance between the guide rods and the rollers may need adjustment

with use. There should not be excessive clearance between the rollers and

the guide rods, but they should also not be too tight on the guide rods. To

adjust them, loosen the roller spindle-clamping bolt. With a wrench, turn the

spindle, until the correct clearance is achieved, relock in position with the

clamping bolt. The roller spindle is eccentric and when turned will change the

clearance between the guide rod and the roller.

Troubleshooting

Machine will not start

1. Check that the start switch is being pressed full in.

2. Check that the red stop switch is fully out.

3. Check that the electrical power cord is plugged into the power outlet.

4. Check that the electrical supply is on [reset the breaker].

With the power disconnected from the machine, check that the wiring to the

plug is correct. Check that the rubber insulation is stripped enough and is not

causing a bad connection. Check that all the screws are tight.

Clamp bolt

Guide rod to

roller

clearance

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The machine will not stop

This is a very rare occurrence as the machine is designed to be fail-safe. If it

should occur and you cannot fix the fault, seek professional assistance. The

machine must be disconnected from the power and never run until the fault

has been rectified.

1. Stop switch faulty. Replace the stop switch.

2. Internal breaker faulty. Replace the breaker.

Motor tries to start, but will not turn

1. With the power disconnected from the machine, try to turn the spindle

by hand. If the spindle will not turn, check the reason for the jamming.

2. Capacitor faulty. Replace the capacitor.

3. Motor faulty. Replace the motor.

Motor overheats

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 motor overheats, wait until it has

cooled and restart. If the motor shuts down consistently, check for the

reason. Typical reasons are dull cutting tools, motor cooling fan clogged or

faulty, overfeeding the job and excessive ambient temperature.

Squeaking noise

1. Check that the motor cooling fan is not contacting the fan cover.

2. Check the bearings.

Spindle slows down during a cut

1. Dull cutting tools. Replace the tool or have it re-sharpened.

2. Feeding the wood too fast. Slow down the feed rate.

Machine vibrates

1. Machine not level on the floor. Re-level the machine ensuring that it

has no movement.

Accessories

The following accessories are available from Laguna Tools:

- Various drills and cutting tools. - Toolbox

- Additional job clamps. - Work Benches

- Additional job setting stops

- Tool cabinet [floor standing].

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Spare parts

Ordering spare-parts

When ordering spare parts, specify:

- Machine model

- Part number required, taken from the exploded view drawings and

parts lists on the following page.

- Quantity required

EXAMPLE: To order a roller for the table:

Model: LBM200 Mortiser

Part description: Roller.

Part number: M5-321.40.20.02

Quantity: 1 piece

Side view of mortiser

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