INTRODUCTION Machine Purpose Machine Function Machine Overview Definition of Terms Manual Contents Notice Representation and Warranties Defective Parts Service Policy RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Safety Expectations for Operating Power Equipment Control of Hazardous Energy – (Lockout / Tag out) Machine Safety Decals MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS 12-13 SET-UP...
The Baker A Band Resaw is equipped with a 20 HP electric motor and accepts material up to 7” x 7” (15 cm x 30 cm) and uses a 6” wide conveyor while the Baker AX is equipped with a 30 HP electric motor and accepts material up to 7” x 12” (30 cm x 30 cm) with a 12”...
Machine Overview Cowling Door Handle Headrig and Cowling with Door Blade Tension Spring Non Powered Hold Down B l a d e T e n s i o n In-feed T - H a n d l e Conveyor Belt Tensioner...
Schematic A structural or procedural diagram, typically of an electrical or hydraulic system Slab The exterior portion of a log removed by the saw, having one flat and one rounded portion of a log...
Thin Kerf A relative term, typically referencing band saw blades which are usually thinner than circular saw blades thus resulting in greater lumber recovery, accuracy and smooth finish Wany Waning or diminished in some parts; not of uniform size throughout; sawed boards or timber that is...
This warranty is given solely to the "original purchaser" of the equipment and is in no way to be expressed or implied that it is transferable to any other parties without the written consent and approval from the CEO of Ellington Industrial Supply Inc. d/b/a Baker Products.
This warranty is “void” if any part of the unit has been tampered with, modified, altered, or operated with parts other than supplied or recommended by Ellington Industrial Supply, Inc.
This symbol and warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. This warning provides notice and instruction regarding a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided will result in serious injury or death.
Note: For diesel powered portable sawmills this requires the key to be completely removed from the ignition and a “do not operate” tag attached in its place. List of Related Terms...
Machine Safety Decals ** Adhere to ALL Safety Warnings! **...
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MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS Baker A / AX Band Resaw. Band Wheels: CNC‐machined, dynamically balanced 28 in. (71 cm) all steel wheels. Guides: Baker Low Profile Flat Guides with steel guide plates. Blades: Baker “A”: 13’‐2” x 1” x 0.035” or 13’‐2” x 1¼” x 0.035” hardback Baker “AX”: 14’‐2” x 1” x 0.035” or 14’‐2” x 1¼” x 0.035” hardback Blade Tensioning: Mechanical, spring Machine Dimensions: Height: 68 in.(1.73 m) Length: 84 in. (2.13 m) Width: 84 in. (2.13 m) Weight: Baker “A”: Approx. 1,750 lbs. (794 kg) Baker “AX”: Approx. 2,000 lbs. (907 kg) Dust Connection: 4 in. (102 mm) diameter, 600 CFM required (optional) Powered Hold‐down System: Top‐mounted, holding point at the blade. Five (5) in. diameter solid polyolefin heavy‐duty wheels. Power Main Drive Motor: “A”: 20‐HP (15 kw) TEFC “AX”: 30 HP (22 kw) TEFC Feedworks and Conveyors: Hydraulic motor driven by main motor/main engine. Electrical: Completely prewired. NEMA 12 enclosure with disconnect, starter, and circuit overload protection. ...
MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS Baker A / AX Band Resaw (Con’t) Capacities Feed Speed: Fully variable, 0 ‐ 120 fpm (0 ‐ 36.5 mpm) Feed Speed is controlled by a hydraulic flow control valve. Cutting Height: ¼”‐6” (6 mm‐152 mm) ⅛ (3.2 mm) special order Material Length: Unlimited/Continuous Feed Material Sizes: “A”: 7 in. x 7 in. (178 mm x 178 mm) or 10 in. x 4 in. (254 mm x 102 mm) above the blade with conveyor set at 0° “AX”: 13 in. x 7 in. (330 mm x 178 mm) or 16 in. x 7 in. (406 mm x 178 mm) above the blade with conveyor set at 0° ...
Provide a minimum of 3 feet of clear workspace in front of the electrical panel. Provide a minimum of 15 feet of clear workspace in front of in-feed and off-load areas. Power and Utilities Requirements For safe and effective operation confirm your incoming voltage and available amperage is equal to what the machine has been wired for at the factory.
Operator Training According to many OSHA, ANSI, STATE, and LOCAL CODES, it is the EMPLOYER’S RESPONSIBILITY to: Permit only trained and authorized employees to operate and maintain equipment. Inspect and maintain guards, safety devices and start/stop controls. ...
Using high quality blades is an important factor in achieving the highest performance out of your Baker A/AX band resaw. Our machines are tested and set-up using Lenox blades sold by Ellington Industrial Supply. These are very good blades for use on the Baker and come highly recommended by the majority of Baker owners.
CHANGING BLADES Removing Blade Turn power off, allow machine to come to a complete stop, and then perform lockout / tagout before proceeding. Use handle on left side of the head rig to lift door until it lies securely over the top of the head rig.
An important starting point for proper tracking is to ensure the face of the wheels aligns with one another. This can be checked with a straightedge. Use this method to start setting the tracking using the adjusters shown in the illustration below.
If you find that you must move this wheel, you will find a set screw located under the rubber dust cap, on top of the square tube, on the back side of the head rig, directly behind the wheel. With this setscrew loosened, the wheel can be moved in or out, or removed completely.
Horizontal Adjustments With the vertical alignment set correctly, compare the blade’s position at the top and bottom to its position on the left side of the wheel. If it is not the same, proceed to the next step. If the left side of the wheel needs to go “back,” turn the horizontal adjuster bolt clockwise. If the left side of the wheel needs to come forward, turn the horizontal adjuster bolt counter-clockwise.
6 inches in front of the blade about 6 inches behind the blade. Set the blade height to the thickness of the metal plate. Use a straight edge to lie across the blade. Be sure the straight edge is between the teeth, because the set will give you inaccurate measurements.
SETTING GUIDES Maintaining your guides and setting them properly is the easiest and most important thing you can do to insure the longest blade life possible, the fastest feed speeds and the best cutting accuracy as well as extending the life of the guides themselves. Important: Always make sure blade tracking and cutting angle are set properly before adjusting guides.
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Place the 6” mark of a 12” ruler in the middle of the blade between the blade teeth in the direction of the conveyor. By using the front edge of the guide block as a reference, set this surface at a right angle to the conveyor.
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The guide wheels are designed for up and down adjustment, so when a groove is worn, you can move it so that it will wear in a different location. As the guide plates wear, they should be moved closer together so that they do not allow the blade to move up and down. The plates should be as tight on the blade as possible without inhibiting the blades movement.
Feed Speed Control Arm Hydraulic Fluid Filter Hydraulic Fluid Reservoir Feedworks Start/Stop Figure J: Feedworks Assembly Hydraulics The Feed works uses a hydraulic pump driven off of the main drive motor. Dextron III Transmission fluid is recommended.
Conveyor Belts If the conveyor belts ever need to be adjusted or replaced, use the belt extenders on the in- feed end of the machine. Each conveyor has two belt extenders on the in-feed end (one on each side). These should be used to tighten or loosen the belt conveyor. These adjustments should also be used to align the belt.
(Optional) Powered Hold-Down The Baker A/AX can be equipped with a powered hold-down that holds the wood in place while it is being cut. It can be placed closer to or further away from the blade by loosening the (2) front-to-back bolts on top of the hold-down assembly.
Simple Slide Return system 24-HP gasoline engine Rear non-powered hold-down Diagonal cut attachment 20-HP TEFC motor on "A" model Powered Hold-Over Wheels 30-HP TEFC motor on “AX” model Shingle belt Powered Hold Down ...
Using proper procedure for disposing of all waste materials Weekly Check all setscrews Grease 28” wheel bearings Monthly Grease slow moving bearings Every 3 Months Motors should be greased with one pump of grease from a grease gun...
Boards that look like the image below are almost always problems with the blade. A blade with more set on the top or with dull bottom teeth will cut bowed boards. Check with a good blade. If it is not the blade, check blade tension.
Parts and Service Recommended Spare Parts List A/AX Part No. Description Part No. Description 141003 1” Top Guide 161117 Blade Brush Pad – QTY (2) QTY (1) 141004 1” Bottom Left 141023 Right Guide Guide Pad – Mounting QTY (2) Bracket QTY (1) 141005 1”...
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Parts and Service Recommended Spare Parts List A/AX (Cont.) Part No. Description Part No. Description 261059 Pulley Three 261010 Pulley Single Groove Groove 121007 121006 #50 Roller #50 Chain Chain – QTY As Connector Needed (Conveyor) 161941 4 Hole Spindle...
8:00 AM and 5:00 PM (CST), Monday through Friday. Serial Number Location The model and serial number are located on the side of the machine on the “A” frame. Please refer to your serial number and model number when speaking to a...