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REPRODUCTION OF THIS MANUAL IN ANY FORM WITHOUT WRITTEN APPROVAL OF BAILEIGH INDUSTRIAL, INC. IS PROHIBITED. Baileigh Industrial, Inc. does not assume and hereby disclaims any liability for any damage or loss caused by an omission or error in this Operator’s Manual, resulting from accident, negligence, or other occurrence.
THANK YOU & WARRANTY Thank you for your purchase of a machine from Baileigh Industrial. We hope that you find it productive and useful to you for a long time to come. Inspection & Acceptance. Buyer shall inspect all Goods within ten (10) days after receipt thereof. Buyer’s payment shall constitute final acceptance of the Goods and shall act as a waiver of the Buyer’s rights to inspect or...
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Baileigh Industrial makes every effort to ensure that our posted specifications, images, pricing and product availability are as correct and timely as possible. We apologize for any discrepancies that may occur. Baileigh Industrial reserves the right to make any and all changes deemed necessary in the course of business including but not limited to pricing, product specifications, quantities, and product availability.
After receiving your equipment remove the protective container. Do a complete visual inspection, and if damage is noted, photograph it for insurance claims and contact your carrier at once, requesting inspection. Also contact Baileigh Industrial and inform them of the unexpected occurrence. Temporarily suspend installation.
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ THIS OPERATORS MANUAL CAREFULLY It contains important safety information, instructions, and necessary operating procedures. The continual observance of these procedures will help increase your production and extend the life of the equipment. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS LEARN TO RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION This is the safety alert symbol.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Refer to them often and use them to instruct others. PROTECT EYES Wear safety glasses or suitable eye protection when working on or around machinery. PROTECT AGAINST NOISE Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Metal working 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. Using 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.
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12. Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ISO approved impact safety goggles. Wear a full- face shield if you are producing metal filings. 13. Do not overreach. Maintain proper footing and balance at all times. DO NOT reach over or across a running machine.
(other than die sets and blades). For specific application needs or future machine purchases contact the Sales Department at: sales@baileigh.com, Phone: 920.684.4990, or Fax: 920.684.3944. Note: The photos and illustrations used in this manual are representative only and may not depict the actual color, labeling or accessories and may be intended to illustrate technique only.
UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS Your Baileigh machine is shipped complete. Separate all parts from the packing material and check each item carefully. Make certain all items are accounted for before discarding any packing material. WARNING: SUFFOCATION HAZARD! Immediately discard any plastic bags and packing materials to eliminate choking and suffocation hazards to children and animals.
TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING IMPORTANT: Lifting and carrying operations should be carried out by skilled workers, such as a truck operator, crane operator, etc. If a crane is used to lift the machine, attach the lifting chain carefully, making sure the machine is well balanced. Follow these guidelines when lifting with truck or trolley: •...
INSTALLATION IMPORTANT: Consider the following when looking for a suitable location to place the machine: • Overall weight of the machine. • Weight of material being processed. • Sizes of material to be processed through the machine. • Space needed for auxiliary stands, work tables, or other machinery. •...
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Item Description Function Table Machined surface for loading material Hold down Spring loaded bar to secure material Safety shield Clear plastic guard attached to hold down Foot pedal Used to lower the top blade for shearing Front arm extensions Provides material support at load end Front Stop Adjustable with T-slot Miter guide...
Machine Assembly The foot pedal needs to be attached to the shear frame. See (fig.3) below for the finished pedal assembly. figure 3 Installation Procedure 1. Lay the pedal on the floor and insert (2) short clevis pins as indicated by the arrows in (fig. 4). Secure with cotter pins.
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Installing Front Extension Rails 1. Attach (4) M12 hex bolts and (4) flatwashers to the machined rail pads as in (fig. 6). 2. Slide the rail onto the capscrews and behind the flatwashers. 3. Line up the rail channel with the channel on the table, making sure the top machined surfaces are flush.
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Installing the Rear Gauge Shafts 1. Slide the gauge shafts into the housing hole with the scales facing up and tighten each capscrew as shown in (fig. 9). 2. Slide the micro-adjustment assemblies onto the shafts and position them at the same location using the scales as a reference.
MACHINE FUNCTIONS Foot Pedal Stepping down on the foot pedal does two things. First it lowers the hold downs which keep the piece part from moving during a cut. Second it lowers the top blade past the lower blade to shear the material. Front and Rear Extension Rods figure 12 The front extensions help support large sheets of material and the rear...
Material Support Arm CAUTION: When handling large piece parts, you may require assistance in handling the piece as it exits the blades. Failure to adequately support the piece part may result in the piece falling and causing bodily injury. The two material support arms (A) attach to the front of the shear as shown in (fig.
THE SHEARING CYCLE WARNING: Always wear proper eye protection with side shields, safety footwear, and leather gloves to protect from burrs and sharp edges. The shearing blade poses an amputation hazard. Make sure no body part or clothing is near the specific hazard. Failure to follow this warning could result in severed or crushed fingers.
MATERIAL SELECTION CAUTION: It must be determined by the customer that materials being processed through the machine are NOT potentially hazardous to operator or personnel working nearby. When selecting materials keep these instructions in mind: • Material must be clean and dry. (without oil) •...
BLADE CLEARANCE The blade gap on the shear was set at the factory. At this setting it will shear mild steel up to 16 ga. (1.52mm) and stainless steel up to 20 ga. (.912mm). To measure the blade gap, gradually lower the top blade and measure the gap going from left to right while facing the rear of the machine.
SETUP AND ADJUSTMENTS hold down Hold down Adjustment piece part The hold down, when properly adjusted, secures the piece part while being sheared, and prevents the operator’s fingers from getting in the cutting blades path. The ideal adjustment allows only enough clearance to slide the piece part under the hold down.
5. If you notice a gap between the two blade surfaces, contact the service department at Baileigh Industrial (920.684.4990) for assistance in adjusting the bow. 5. Using a sheet of paper, make a series of cuts along the length of the blade. The paper should cut cleanly.
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Maintenance should be performed on a regular basis by qualified personnel. Always follow proper safety precautions when working on or around any machinery. Daily Maintenance • Check daily for any unsafe conditions and fix immediately. (Cracked castings, welds, worn pins and shafts) •...
Parts List Item Description Work Table Frame Pressing Plate Right Stand Left Stand Connecting Rod Hex Bolt M12 x 45mm Spring Threaded Stud Acorn Nut M12 Hex Bolt M12 x 80mm Flatwasher M12 Finger Guard Round Head Screw M6 x 16mm Workpiece Stop Scale Hex Bolt M8 x 20mm...
Adjust hold down gap. Not enough hold down force. CUTS NOT SQUARE Adjust blade gap. Blade gap is unequal along length. Consult the Baileigh service Blade has a bow. department. (920.684.4990) Improper blade gap. Widen gap for thicker material. CAN NOT CUT...
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