Baileigh BS-128M - User Manual

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

HORIZONTAL BAND SAW

MODEL: BS-128M

REPRODUCTION OF THIS MANUAL IN ANY FORM WITHOUT WRITTEN APPROVAL OF BAILEIGH INDUSTRIAL

HOLDINGS LLC IS PROHIBITED. Baileigh Industrial Holdings LLC, 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. 09/2019

Baileigh Industrial Holdings LLC

P.O. Box 531

Manitowoc, WI 54221-0531

Phone: 920.684.4990

Fax: 920.684.3944

sales@baileigh.com

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Questions and Answers

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Samuel SloanAug 2, 2025
Why is my Baileigh Saw blade breaking so much?
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  Lisa RobertsAug 2, 2025
  Excessive blade breakage in your Baileigh Saw can occur for several reasons. It might be due to the material not being clamped securely in the vise; make sure to clamp the work securely. Other causes include incorrect speed or feed (adjust the speed or feed), using a blade with tooth spacing that is too large (replace it with a smaller tooth spacing blade), or the material being too coarse (use a slow speed blade and small tooth spacing). Also, check for incorrect blade tension (adjust so the blade doesn't slip), teeth contacting the material before the saw starts (start the saw first), the blade rubbing on the wheel flange (adjust wheel alignment), misaligned guide bearings (adjust them), or cracking at the weld (weld again, noting the weld quality).
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Leonard WalkerAug 17, 2025
What to do if the Baileigh BS-128M blade is dulling too fast?
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  Mitchell MullinsAug 17, 2025
  If your Baileigh Saw blade is dulling prematurely, consider these factors: the teeth might be too coarse (use finer teeth), the speed might be too high (decrease speed), or the feed pressure might be inadequate (decrease spring tension on the side of the saw). Hard spots or scale on the material can also cause this issue (reduce speed, increase feed pressure), as well as work hardening of the material (replace with a new blade and adjust blade tension). Blade twist can also be a cause.

Summary

THANK YOU & WARRANTY

Limited Warranty

Seller warrants goods against defects for 12 months, with exclusions.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Recognize Safety Information

Understand Signal Words

Protect Eyes and Hearing

Advises wearing safety glasses and hearing protection during operation.

Beware of Cut and Pinch Points

Warns about hazards from moving saw blade and the need for guards.

Emergency Stop and Safe Positioning

Explains E-STOP usage and operator positioning for safety.

Operating Safely

Rules against operating under influence, disabling interlocks, and before disconnecting power.

UNPACKING AND CHECKING CONTENTS

Suffocation Hazard Warning

TRANSPORTING AND LIFTING

Safe Lifting Practices

INSTALLATION

Location Selection Criteria

ASSEMBLY AND SET UP

Electrical Connection Safety

Warning against connecting power until assembly and manual understanding.

Stand Assembly

ELECTRICAL

Certified Electrician and Grounding

Requirement for a certified electrician and importance of proper grounding wire.

Power Specifications and Considerations

Details on voltage, frequency, circuit protection, and wiring.

Extension Cord Safety

Power Cord Connection

BEFORE EACH USE

Pre-Operation Safety Checks

Saw Operation Guidelines

Rules for material movement, operator positioning, blade speed, and handling jams.

Band Saw Blade Break-in

BLADE CARE

Blade Strain and Maintenance

BLADE BREAKAGE

Common Causes of Breakage

Reasons for avoidable blade breakage due to poor care or judgment.

OPERATION

Operational Safety Precautions

Advises wearing protective gear and keeping guards in place.

Setting Blade Speed

Procedure for determining and setting the correct blade speed based on material.

Descent Cylinder Control

How to use the hydraulic cylinder and needle valve to control descent rate.

Cutting Operation Procedure

Step-by-step guide for performing cutting operations, including adjustments and shutdown.

LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE

Electrical Disconnect for Maintenance

Emphasizes disconnecting power before performing any maintenance.

Daily and Weekly Maintenance

Saw Blade Replacement

Blade Guide Bearing Adjustment

Importance of Guide Bearing Adjustment

Explains why proper adjustment is critical for cutting accuracy and blade life.

Outer Guide Bearing Adjustment

Adjusting Blade Tension

Blade Tension Adjustment Method

Adjusting the Blade Tracking

Blade Tracking Adjustment

TROUBLESHOOTING

Excessive Blade Breakage

Troubleshooting common causes and corrective actions for excessive blade breakage.

Premature Blade Dulling

Diagnosing and resolving issues leading to premature blade dulling.

Blade Wear and Ripping Issues

Motor Overheating and Bad Cuts

Rough Cuts and Blade Twisting

Baileigh BS-128M Specifications

General

Type	Horizontal Bandsaw
Motor	1 HP
Voltage	110V
Blade Diameter	1"
Motor Power	1 HP
Blade Speed	80, 120, 200 FPM
Max Cutting Height at 90°	8"
Cutting Capacity Rectangle (H x W)	12" x 8"

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