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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
HORIZONTAL BAND SAW
MODEL: BS-300M
Baileigh Industrial, Inc.
P.O. Box 531
Manitowoc, WI 54221-0531
Phone: 920.684.4990
Fax: 920.684.3944
sales@baileigh.com
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.
Rev. 01/2018
© 2018 Baileigh Industrial, Inc.

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  • Page 1 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents THANK YOU & WARRANTY ..................1 INTRODUCTION ......................3 GENERAL NOTES ......................3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....................4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....................6 Dear Valued Customer: ....................6 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................9 TECHNICAL SUPPORT ....................9 UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS ..............10 Cleaning ........................
  • Page 3 Guide Roller Adjustment .................... 34 Blade Tracking Adjustment ..................35 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE ................36 Blade Removal and Installation ..................36 Gear Case ......................... 38 PARTS DIAGRAM ......................39 Parts List ........................41 ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS ..................49 ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC ..................51...

  • Page 4: Thank You & Warranty

    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...
  • Page 5 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.

  • Page 6: Introduction

    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.

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    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.
  • Page 8 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.

  • Page 9: Safety Precautions

    Baileigh does not recommend or endorse making any modifications or alterations to a Baileigh machine. Modifications or alterations to a machine may pose a substantial risk of injury to the operator or others and may do substantial damage to the machine.
  • Page 10 3. Make sure guards are in place and in proper working order before operating machinery. 4. Remove any adjusting tools. Before operating the machine, make sure any adjusting tools have been removed. 5. Keep work area clean. Cluttered areas invite injuries. 6.
  • Page 11 21. Turn off power before checking, cleaning, or replacing any parts. 22. DO NOT bypass or defeat any safety interlock systems. 23. DO NOT touch live electrical components or parts. 24. Be sure all equipment is properly installed and grounded according to national, state, and local codes.

  • Page 12: Technical Specifications

    (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.

  • Page 13: Unpacking And Checking Contents

    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.

  • Page 14: Transporting And Lifting

    TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING NOTICE: 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: •...

  • Page 15: Installation

    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. •...

  • Page 16: Getting To Know Your Machine

    GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE...
  • Page 17 Item Description Function Supports the saw and houses the electrical enclosure and Saw Base coolant tank Vise Hand Wheel Opens and closes the vise jaws Vise Ratchet Allows for quick adjustment of the vise jaws Vise Jaws Clamp material to be cut 2 sets, Leading and trailing, guide the blade through the cut Blade Guide Rollers to hold the blade straight...

  • Page 18: Assembly And Set Up

    ASSEMBLY AND SET UP WARNING: For your own safety, DO NOT connect the machine to the power source until the machine is completely assembled and you read and understand the entire instruction manual. For shipping purposes, the control box, the blade tension hand wheel, the bow lift handle, the material stop assembly, and the motor and belt guard have be removed and will require assembly to the machine.
  • Page 19 Material Stop 1. Install the material stop rod into the front of the saw table and fully tighten. 2. Install the stop contact and extension assembly onto the rod and tighten each in a position that will not interfere with the remaining setup. Motor, Belt Guard, and Belt 1.
  • Page 20 4. Route the belt guard behind the pullies and around the motor and gearbox shafts. 5. Mount and secured the guard assembly to the bow. 6. Install the belt onto the pullies making sure that the belt is on the same pulley groove for both pullies. Your machine is provided with four speeds.

  • Page 21: Electrical

    ELECTRICAL CAUTION: HAVE ELECTRICAL UTILITIES CONNECTED TO MACHINE BY A CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN! Check if the available power supply is the same as listed on the machine nameplate. WARNING: Make sure the grounding wire (green) is properly connected to avoid electric shock. DO NOT switch the position of the green grounding wire if any electrical plug wires are switched during hookup.
  • Page 22 • Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in risk of electric shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.

  • Page 23: Before Each Use

    BEFORE EACH USE • For dusty operations, wear a face shield along with safety goggles. • It is important to choose the right blade for the material and the type of cutting you plan to do. This saw is equipped with a bi-metallic blade which can be used to cut stainless steel, steel, iron, brass, aluminum, wood, plastic.

  • Page 24: Breaking In A Band Saw Blade

    • Curly Silvery and Warm Chips – optimum feed rate and saw speed Baileigh Industrial offers a wide selection of tooth styles for various cutting applications. Please phone Baileigh Industrial at (920.684.4990) or fax to (920.684.3944) to have one of our...

  • Page 25: Blade Terminology

    Blade Terminology The widest part of the blade measured from the back edge of the BLADE WIDTH blade to the tip of the tooth. GULLET DEPTH The distance from the tooth tip to the bottom of the curved area. The angle of the tooth face from a line perpendicular to the length TOOTH RAKE of the blade.

  • Page 26: Blade Structure

    Blade structure Bi-metal blades are the most commonly used. They consist of a silicon-steel blade backing by a laser welded high speed steel (HHS) cutting edge. The type of stocks are classified in M2, M42, M51 and differ from each other because of their major hardness due to the increasing percentage of Cobalt (Cc) and molybdenum (Mo) contained in the metal alloy.

  • Page 27: Sets

    COMBO TOOTH: 9° - 10° positive rake. This type of blade is the most suitable for the cutting of section bars and large and thick pipes as well as for the cutting of solid bars at maximum machine capacity. Available pitches: 3-4/4-6. SETS Saw teeth bent out of the plane of the saw body, resulting in a wide cut in the workpiece.

  • Page 28: Blade Care

    BLADE CARE The bandsaw blade is subjected to a tremendous amount of strain. Make sure to always use the appropriate feed rate for the type material you are cutting. Be sure to select a blade of the proper width, style, and pitch that will produce the best cut in your material.

  • Page 30: Blade Selection

    Blade Selection Material <3mm >5mm >50mm >100mm >150mm >200mm <0.12” >0.2” >2” >4” >6” >8” Sawblade • (HSS) 14T • (HSS) 6/10T • (HSS) 5/8T • • (HSS) 4/6T • (HSS) 3/4T • • (HSS) 2/3T • (HSS) 1/2T • (HCS) 10T •...

  • Page 31: Blade Breakage

    BLADE BREAKAGE In some cases blade breakage is unavoidable due to the stresses that are imparted on the blade. Avoidable breakage is often the result of poor care, or poor operator judgment when it comes to adjusting or mounting the blade or blade guides. Listed below are some of the more common reasons for blade breakage.

  • Page 32: Operation

    OPERATION CAUTION: Always wear proper eye protection with side shields, safety footwear, and leather gloves to protect from burrs and sharp edges. NEVER operate saw without blade guards in place. General Operating Instructions 1. Check Coolant: Low coolant level causes foaming and high blade temperatures. Dirty or weak coolant can clog pump, causes crooked cuts, low cutting rate and permanent blade failure.

  • Page 33: Setting Up The Machine For Operation

    Setting Up the Machine for Operation 1. Select the proper speed and blade for the type of material you are going to cut. 2. Make sure blade tension is adjusted properly. 3. Lift the saw bow up and turn OFF the descent ON/OFF valve (A).

  • Page 34: Vise Adjustment

    Vise Adjustment To position the moveable vise jaw: 1. Turn vise handwheel (A) 1/2 turn counter- clockwise. 2. Move rack block (B) to desired location by sliding along the bed. Place the rack block latch onto the rack. 3. Turn the handwheel to tighten the vise. To adjust the vise for angle cutting: 4.

  • Page 35: Machine Adjustments

    MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS Changing Speeds Your machine is provided with four speeds. To change speeds, proceed as follows: 1. Disconnect the machine from the power source. 2. Remove the belt guard cover knob (A) and swing belt and pulley guard down to expose the belt and pullies.

  • Page 36: Automatic Shut-Off Adjustment

    Automatic Shut-Off Adjustment The motor shall shut off immediately after the blade has cut through the material and just before the head comes to rest on the horizontal stop bolt. 1. If the machine continues to run after the workpiece has been fully cut, locate and adjust the micro switch stop bolt (A) by moving the stop bolt up.

  • Page 37: Guide Roller Adjustment

    Guide Roller Adjustment 1. Disconnect machine from the power source. 2. Loosen blade guides (A) by loosening screws (B). 3. Slide blade guides away from blade. 4. Loosen locking screws (C) by using a hex wrench. 5. Adjust the eccentric bushings with a combination wrench until the ball bearings are snug to the blade.

  • Page 38: Blade Tracking Adjustment

    Blade Tracking Adjustment Blade tracking has been set at the factory and should require no adjustment. If a tracking problem occurs, adjust the machine as follows: CAUTION: Since tracking can only be adjusted while machine is running, it is suggested that this adjustment be accomplished by qualified personnel that are familiar with this type of adjustment and the dangers associated with it.

  • Page 39: Lubrication And Maintenance

    LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE WARNING: Make sure the electrical disconnect is OFF before working on the machine. Maintenance should be performed on a regular basis by qualified personnel. Always follow proper safety precautions when working on or around any machinery. • Check daily for any unsafe conditions and fix immediately. •...
  • Page 40 8. Make sure the teeth of the new blade are pointing in the direction of travel. If necessary, turn the blade inside out. 9. Place the blade in place on the wheels and through the upper blade guard. 10. Work the blade all the way up between the blade guide bearings with the back of the blade against the back-up bearing, as shown.

  • Page 41: Gear Case

    Gear Case After the first 50 hours of use the gear box should be drained and refilled. 1. Remove drain plug (A) and drain all of the oil out of the gear box and replace plug. 2. Remove oil filler plug (B) located underneath the right blade wheel and fill the gear box with 1-1/2 pints (.7L) of MOBIL CYLINDER OIL # 600W or equivalent.

  • Page 42: Parts Diagram

    PARTS DIAGRAM...

  • Page 44: Parts List

    Parts List Item Description Size No. Qty. Base Hex. Cap Bolt M12x65 Coolant Pump 1/8hp, 240V, L130 Round Head Screw M6x16 Lock Washer Hose Hose Clamp 35MM Hose Coolant Gauge Hex. Cap Bolt M10x30 Chip Tray Hex. Cap Bolt M8x30 Washer Lock Washer Work Stop Bracket...
  • Page 45 Item Description Size No. Qty. 26-1 Slide Bracket 26-2 Set Screw M6x8 27-1 Rack 28-1 Rack Block 29-1 Closed Bearing HK25 15 30-1 Bushing Torsion Spring Pivot Shaft 32-1 Spacer 32-2 Hex. Cap Bolt M12x20 Pivot Bracket 33-1 Set Screw M10x12 Washer Hex.
  • Page 46 Item Description Size No. Qty. 50-1 Hydraulic Cylinder Assembly Cylinder Pin-Top 52-1 Hydraulic Mounting Plate-Top 53-1 Lock Washer 53-2 Hex. Cap Bolt M10x30 Hex. Cap Bolt M12x50 Washer Lock Plate 1/2” Spring Bracket 1/2” Spring Adjustable Rod Spring Angle Scale 61-1 Rivet Hex.
  • Page 47 Item Description Size No. Qty. Terminal Strip Handle Round Head Screw M6x16 Hex. Cap Bolt M6x12 77-1 Lock Washer 77-2 Washer Wire Brush Guard Hex. Socket Cap Screw M6x8 Blade Wheel Cover-Right Washer Bushing Washer Drive Wheel Blade Hose Round Head Screw M5x10 Filter Screen Hex.
  • Page 48 Item Description Size No. Qty. Hose 101-1 Hose Support Shaft 102-1 Washer 102-2 Hex. Cap Bolt M12x35 Motor Mount Bracket Column Hex. Socket Cap Screw M12x20 106-1 Lock Washer 106-2 Hex. Cap Bolt M8x30 Washer 108-1 Lock Washer Hex. Cap Bolt M8x45 109-1 Washer...
  • Page 49 Item Description Size No. Qty. Guide Bracket-Left 124-1 Set Screw M8x16 Washer Ball Bearing 6201ZZ Eccentric Sleeve 127-1 Centric Sleeve Lock Washer Hex. Socket Cap Screw M8x45 Hex. Socket Cap Screw M6x30 130-1 Washer Tungsten Carbide Blade Guide Hex. Cap Bolt M8x40 Lock Washer 133-1...
  • Page 50 Item Description Size No. Qty. Stand Bolt M12x50 Blade Guard 157-1 Blade Guard-Down Lock Knob Set Screw M6x8 Adjusting Valve 160-1 Brace 160-2 Lock Washer 160-3 Hex. Cap Bolt M6x12 Power Indicator Light Start Switch Stop Switch Pump Switch Descent Control Valve Connection Tube 166-1 Hose Clamp...
  • Page 51 Item Description Size No. Qty. Thrust Bearing Slide Set Screw M8x10 Extension Bar Blade Wheel Shaft 191-1 Set Screw M6x8 Hex. Socket Cap Screw M8x25 Hex. Cap Bolt M12x20 193-1 Washer Hex. Cap Bolt M16x30 Hex. Cap Bolt M10x60 196-1 Lock Washer Hose Fitting Hose Clamp...

  • Page 52: Electrical Components

    ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS...
  • Page 53 Item Description and Function Technical data Remarks VDE 0660 IEC Main Power Switch AC 21 32A 500V 408 BS 5419 UL 198 G CSA AC Fuse to Transformer AC 600V 30 mm 2A C22.2 NO. 59.2 UL 198 G CSA AC Low Voltage to Transformer AC 600V 30 mm 3A C22.2 NO.

  • Page 54: Electrical Schematic

    ELECTRICAL SCHEMATIC...
  • Page 55 NOTES...
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