Baileigh Industrial BMS-10 Service manual

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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
Sliding Dual-Bevel Compound Miter Saw
Models: BMS-10 and BMS-12
© 2022 Baileigh Industrial
© 2022 Baileigh Industrial
REPRODUCTION OF THIS MANUAL IN ANY FORM WITHOUT WRITTEN APPROVAL OF
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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.
Industrial 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.
Edition 2 07/2022
Edition 1 04/2022
Baileigh Industrial
P.O. Box 531
Manitowoc, WI 54221-0531
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]

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1.0 Table of Contents
1.0 Table of Contents ....................................................................................................... 2
THANK YOU & WARRANTY ........................................................................................... 4
GENERAL NOTES ........................................................................................................ 6
2.0 Important Safety Instructions .................................................................................... 7
2.1 General machine safety warnings .......................................................................... 7
2.2 Miter saw safety warnings ...................................................................................... 8
3.0 About this manual ................................................................................................... 10
4.0 Features and terminology ....................................................................................... 11
5.0 Technical Specifications ......................................................................................... 12
5.1 Cutting capacities ................................................................................................. 13
6.0 Setup and assembly ............................................................................................... 14
6.1 Unpacking ............................................................................................................ 14
6.2 Shipping contents ................................................................................................. 14
6.3 Tools required for assembly ................................................................................. 14
6.4 Transporting the saw ............................................................................................ 14
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6.5 Mounting saw to bench ........................................................................................ 14
6.6 Releasing slide carriage ....................................................................................... 14
6.7 Releasing cutting head ......................................................................................... 14
6.8 Dust extraction ..................................................................................................... 15
6.8.1 Dust bag .......................................................................................................... 15
6.8.2 Adaptor ............................................................................................................ 15
6.9 Power cord storage clips ...................................................................................... 15
6.10 Saw blade wrench .............................................................................................. 15
6.11 Installing hold-down ........................................................................................... 15
6.12 Removing/installing blade .................................................................................. 15
7.0 Electrical connections ............................................................................................. 17
7.1 Extension cords .................................................................................................... 17
8.0 Adjustments ............................................................................................................ 17
8.1 Support foot .......................................................................................................... 18
8.2 Miter angle setting ................................................................................................ 18
8.2.1 Miter positive stop selection ............................................................................ 18
8.2.2 Miter scale indicator alignment ........................................................................ 18
8.3 Table extensions and work stop ........................................................................... 18
8.4 Fence adjustment ................................................................................................. 19
8.4.1 Checking fence squareness ............................................................................ 19
8.5 Bevel adjustments ................................................................................................ 19
8.5.1 90° (zero) bevel stop adjustment .................................................................... 19
8.5.2 45° bevel stop adjustment ............................................................................... 20
8.6 Depth adjustment ................................................................................................. 20
9.0 Operation ................................................................................................................ 21
9.1 LED light ............................................................................................................... 21
9.2 Laser guide .......................................................................................................... 21
9.3 General saw operation ......................................................................................... 21

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9.3.1 Starting the cut ................................................................................................ 21
9.3.2 Finishing the cut .............................................................................................. 22
9.4 Jammed material .................................................................................................. 22
9.5 Cutting options ..................................................................................................... 22
9.5.1 Chop cuts ........................................................................................................ 22
9.5.2 Sliding cuts ...................................................................................................... 22
9.5.3 Miter cutting ..................................................................................................... 22
9.5.4 Bevel cutting .................................................................................................... 22
9.5.5 Compound cuts ............................................................................................... 22
9.6 Cutting bowed material ........................................................................................ 23
9.7 Rough cutting a dado ........................................................................................... 23
9.8 Base molding ....................................................................................................... 23
9.9 Crown molding ..................................................................................................... 23
10.0 User maintenance ................................................................................................. 23
10.1 General cleaning ................................................................................................ 23
10.2 Lower blade guard ............................................................................................. 24
10.3 Lubrication .......................................................................................................... 24
10.4 Commutator brush inspection ............................................................................ 24
10.5 Additional servicing ............................................................................................ 25
11.0 Crown molding charts ........................................................................................... 26
11.1 Crown molding: 90° wall angles ........................................................................ 26
11.2 Crown molding: various wall angles .................................................................. 26
12.0 Troubleshooting BMS-10, BMS-12 Miter Saws .................................................... 28
13.0 Replacement Parts ................................................................................................ 30
13.1 BMS-10 – Miter Saw Assembly – Exploded View I .......................................... 31
13.2 BMS-10 – Miter Saw Assembly – Exploded View II ......................................... 32
13.3 BMS-10 – Miter Saw Assembly – Parts List ..................................................... 33
13.4 BMS-12 – Miter Saw Assembly – Exploded View I .......................................... 38
13.5 BMS-12 – Miter Saw Assembly – Exploded View II ......................................... 39
13.6 BMS-12 – Miter Saw Assembly – Parts List ..................................................... 40
14.0 Electrical Connections – BMS-10, BMS-12 .......................................................... 45

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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 reject the
goods unless otherwise agreed. If Buyer rejects any merchandise, Buyer must first obtain a Returned Goods
Authorization (“RGA”) number before returning any goods to Seller. Goods returned without an RGA will be refused.
Seller will not be responsible for any freight costs, damages to goods, or any other costs or liabilities pertaining to
goods returned without an RGA. Seller shall have the right to substitute a conforming tender. Buyer will be responsible
for all freight costs to and from Buyer and repackaging costs, if any, if Buyer refuses to accept shipment. If Goods
are returned in unsalable condition, Buyer shall be responsible for full value of the Goods. Buyer may not return any
special-order Goods. Any Goods returned hereunder shall be subject to a restocking fee equal to 30% of the invoice
price.
Specifications. Seller may, at its option, make changes in the designs, specifications, or components of the Goods
to improve the safety of such Goods, or if in Seller’s judgment, such changes will be beneficial to their operation or
use. Buyer may not make any changes in the specifications for the Goods unless Seller approves of such changes
in writing, in which event Seller may impose additional charges to implement such changes.
Limited Warranty. Seller warrants to the original end-user that the Goods manufactured or provided by Seller under
this Agreement shall be free of defects in material or workmanship for a period of twelve (12) months from the date
of purchase, provided that the Goods are installed, used, and maintained in accordance with any instruction manual
or technical guidelines provided by the Seller or supplied with the Goods, if applicable. The original end-user must
give written notice to Seller of any suspected defect in the Goods prior to the expiration of the warranty period. The
original end-user must also obtain an RGA from Seller prior to returning any Goods to Seller for warranty service
under this paragraph. Seller will not accept any responsibility for Goods returned without an RGA. The original end-
user shall be responsible for all costs and expenses associated with returning the Goods to Seller for warranty service.
In the event of a defect, Seller, at its sole option, shall repair or replace the defective Goods or refund to the original
end-user the purchase price for such defective Goods. Goods are not eligible for replacement or return after a period
of 10 days from date of receipt. The foregoing warranty is Seller’s sole obligation, and the original end-user’s exclusive
remedy, with regard to any defective Goods. This limited warranty does not apply to: (a) die sets, tooling, and saw
blades; (b) periodic or routine maintenance and setup, (c) repair or replacement of the Goods due to normal wear
and tear, (d) defects or damage to the Goods resulting from misuse, abuse, neglect, or accidents, (f) defects or
damage to the Goods resulting from improper or unauthorized alterations, modifications, or changes; and (f) any
Goods that has not been installed and/or maintained in accordance with the instruction manual or technical guidelines
provided by Seller.
EXCLUSION OF OTHER WARRANTIES. THE FOREGOING LIMITED WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. ANY AND ALL OTHER EXPRESS, STATUTORY, OR IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. NO WARRANTY IS MADE WHICH EXTENDS
BEYOND THAT WHICH IS EXPRESSLY CONTAINED HEREIN.
Limitation of Liability. IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE TO BUYER OR ANY OTHER PARTY FOR ANY
INCIDENTIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST
PROFITS OR DOWN TIME) ARISING FROM OR IN MANNER CONNECTED WITH THE GOODS, ANY BREACH
BY SELLER OR ITS AGENTS OF THIS AGREEMENT, OR ANY OTHER CAUSE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER
BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT OR ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY. BUYER’S REMEDY WITH RESPECT
TO ANY CLAIM ARISING UNDER THIS AGREEMENT IS STRICTLY LIMITED TO NO MORE THAN THE AMOUNT
PAID BY THE BUYER FOR THE GOODS.

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Force Majeure. Seller shall not be responsible for any delay in the delivery of, or failure to deliver, Goods due to
causes beyond Seller’s reasonable control including, without limitation, acts of God, acts of war or terrorism, enemy
actions, hostilities, strikes, labor difficulties, embargoes, non-delivery or late delivery of materials, parts and
equipment or transportation delays not caused by the fault of Seller, delays caused by civil authorities, governmental
regulations or orders, fire, lightening, natural disasters or any other cause beyond Seller’s reasonable control. In the
event of any such delay, performance will be postponed by such length of time as may be reasonably necessary to
compensate for the delay.
Installation. If Buyer purchases any Goods that require installation, Buyer shall, at its expense, make all arrangements
and connections necessary to install and operate the Goods. Buyer shall install the Goods in accordance with any
Seller instructions and shall indemnify Seller against any and all damages, demands, suits, causes of action, claims
and expenses (including actual attorneys’ fees and costs) arising directly or indirectly out of Buyer’s failure to properly
install the Goods.
Work By Others; Safety Devices. Unless agreed to in writing by Seller, Seller has no responsibility for labor or work
performed by Buyer or others, of any nature, relating to design, manufacture, fabrication, use, installation, or provision
of Goods. Buyer is solely responsible for furnishing and requiring its employees and customers to use all safety
devices, guards and safe operating procedures required by law and/or as set forth in manuals and instruction sheets
furnished by Seller. Buyer is responsible for consulting all operator manuals, ANSI or comparable safety standards,
OSHA regulations and other sources of safety standards and regulations applicable to the use and operation of the
Goods.
Remedies. Each of the rights and remedies of Seller under this Agreement is cumulative and in addition to any other
or further remedies provided under this Agreement or at law or equity.
Attorney’s Fees. In the event legal action is necessary to recover monies due from Buyer or to enforce any provision
of this Agreement, Buyer shall be liable to Seller for all costs and expenses associated therewith, including Seller’s
actual attorney fees and costs.
Governing Law/Venue. This Agreement shall be construed and governed under the laws of the State of Wisconsin,
without application of conflict of law principles. Each party agrees that all actions or proceedings arising out of or in
connection with this Agreement shall be commenced, tried, and litigated only in the state courts sitting in Manitowoc
County, Wisconsin or the U.S. Federal Court for the Eastern District of Wisconsin. Each party waives any right it may
have to assert the doctrine of “forum non conveniens” or to object to venue to the extent that any proceeding is
brought in accordance with this section. Each party consents to and waives any objection to the exercise of personal
jurisdiction over it by courts described in this section. Each party waives to the fullest extent permitted by applicable
law the right to a trial by jury.
Summary of Return Policy.
• 10 Day acceptance period from date of delivery. Damage claims and order discrepancies will not be accepted after
this time.
• You must obtain a Baileigh Industrial issued RGA number PRIOR to returning any materials.
• Returned materials must be received at Baileigh Industrial in new condition and in original packaging.
• Altered items are not eligible for return.
• Buyer is responsible for all shipping charges.
• A 30% re-stocking fee applies to all returns.
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.
For Customer Service & Technical Support:
Please contact one of our knowledgeable Sales and Service team members at:
[phone] or e-mail us at [e-mail]

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GENERAL NOTES
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.
Take necessary precautions while loading / unloading or moving the machine to avoid any injuries.
Your machine is designed and manufactured to work smoothly and efficiently. Following proper maintenance
instructions will help ensure this. Try and use original spare parts, whenever possible, and most importantly; DO NOT
overload the machine or make any modifications.
Note: This symbol refers to useful information throughout the manual.

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2.0 Important Safety
Instructions
WARNING – To reduce risk of injury:
2.1 General machine safety
warnings
WARNING Read all safety warnings, instructions,
illustrations and specifications provided with this
power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed
below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term ″power tool″ in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or BATTERY-
operated (cordless) power tool.
1) Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which
may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
2) Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and
matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if
your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric
shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling, or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord
away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric
shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
f) If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI)
protected supply. Use of a DFCI reduces the risk of
electric shock.
3) Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common
sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power
tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while
operating power tools may result in serious personal
injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-
skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in
the OFF position before connecting to power source
and/or BATTERY pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or
energizing power tools that have the switch on invites
accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a
rotating part of the power tool may result in personal
injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the power tool
in unexpected situations.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving
parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught
in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can
reduce dust-related hazards.
h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools
allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety
principles. A careless action can cause severe injury
within a fraction of a second.
4) Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the
job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with
the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
remove the BATTERY pack, if detachable, from the
power tool before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing power tools Such preventive
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and
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these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools
are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of
parts and any other condition that may affect the power
tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories, and tool bits etc. in
accordance with these instructions, taking into account
the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use
of the power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean,
and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and
grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and
control of the tool in unexpected situations.
5) Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
2.2 Miter saw safety warnings
Safety instructions for miter saws
a) Miter saws are intended to cut wood or wood-like
products, they cannot be used with abrasive cut-off wheels
for cutting ferrous material such as bars, rods, studs, etc.
Abrasive dust causes moving parts such as the lower guard
to jam. Sparks from abrasive cutting will burn the lower
guard, the kerf insert and other plastic parts.
b) Use clamps to support the workpiece whenever possible.
If supporting the workpiece by hand, you must always keep
your hand at least 100 mm from either side of the saw
blade. Do not use this saw to cut pieces that are too small
to be securely clamped or held by hand. If your hand is
placed too close to the saw blade, there is an increased risk
of injury from blade contact.
c) The workpiece must be stationary and clamped or held
against both the fence and the table. Do not feed the
workpiece into the blade or cut ″freehand″ in any way.
Unrestrained or moving workpieces could be thrown at high
speeds, causing injury.
d) Push the saw through the workpiece. Do not pull the saw
through the workpiece. To make a cut, raise the saw head
and pull it out over the workpiece without cutting, start the
motor, press the saw head down and push the saw through
the workpiece. Cutting on the pull stroke is likely to cause
the saw blade to climb on top of the workpiece and violently
throw the blade assembly towards the operator.
e) Never cross your hand over the intended line of cutting
either in front or behind the saw blade. Supporting the
workpiece ″cross-handed″ i.e. holding the workpiece to
the right of the saw blade with your left hand or vice versa
is very dangerous.
f) Do not reach behind the fence with either hand closer
than 100 mm from either side of the saw blade, to remove
wood scraps, or for any other reason while the blade is
spinning. The proximity of the spinning saw blade to your
hand may not be obvious and you may be seriously injured.
g) Inspect your workpiece before cutting. If the workpiece is
bowed or warped, clamp it with the outside bowed face
toward the fence. Always make certain that there is no gap
between the workpiece, fence and table along the line of
the cut. Bent or warped workpieces can twist or shift and
may cause binding on the spinning saw blade while cutting.
There should be no nails or foreign objects in the workpiece.
h) Do not use the saw until the table is clear of all tools,
wood scraps, etc., except for the workpiece. Small debris or
loose pieces of wood or other objects that contact the
revolving blade can be thrown with high speed.
i) Cut only one workpiece at a time. Stacked multiple
workpieces cannot be adequately clamped or braced and
may bind on the blade or shift during cutting.
j) Ensure the miter saw is mounted or placed on a level, firm
work surface before use. A level and firm work surface
reduces the risk of the miter saw becoming unstable.
k) Plan your work. Every time you change the bevel or miter
angle setting, make sure the adjustable fence is set
correctly to support the workpiece and will not interfere with
the blade or the guarding system. Without turning the tool
″ON″ and with no workpiece on the table, move the saw
blade through a complete simulated cut to assure there will
be no interference or danger of cutting the fence.
l) Provide adequate support such as table extensions, saw
horses, etc. for a workpiece that is wider or longer than the
table top. Workpieces longer or wider than the miter saw
table can tip if not securely supported. If the cut-off piece or
workpiece tips, it can lift the lower guard or be thrown by the
spinning blade.
m) Do not use another person as a substitute for a table
extension or as additional support. Unstable support for the
workpiece can cause the blade to bind or the workpiece to
shift during the cutting operation pulling you and the helper
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n) The cut-off piece must not be jammed or pressed by any
means against the spinning saw blade. If confined, i.e.
using length stops, the cut-off piece could get wedged
against the blade and thrown violently.
o) Always use a clamp or a fixture designed to properly
support round material such as rods or tubing. Rods have a
tendency to roll while being cut, causing the blade to ″bite
″ and pull the work with your hand into the blade.
p) Let the blade reach full speed before contacting the
workpiece. This will reduce the risk of the workpiece being
thrown.
q) If the workpiece or blade becomes jammed, turn the miter
saw off. Wait for all moving parts to stop and disconnect the
plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack.
Then work to free the jammed material. Continued sawing
with a jammed workpiece could cause loss of control or
damage to the miter saw.
r) After finishing the cut, release the switch, hold the saw
head down and wait for the blade to stop before removing
the cut-off piece. Reaching with your hand near the coasting
blade is dangerous.
s) Hold the handle firmly when making an incomplete cut or
when releasing the switch before the saw head is
completely in the down position. The braking action of the
saw may cause the saw head to be suddenly pulled
downward, causing a risk of injury.
NOTE: The above warning applies only for miter saws with
a brake system.
Familiarize yourself with the following safety notices used in this manual:
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in minor injury and/or possible
machine damage.
This means that if precautions are not heeded, it may result in serious, or possibly even fatal, injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: Drilling, sawing, sanding, or
machining wood products generates wood
dust and other substances known to the
State of California to cause cancer. Avoid
inhaling dust generated from wood
products or use a dust mask or other
safeguards for personal protection.
Wood products emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause birth defects
or other reproductive harm. For more
information go to
http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/wood
WARNING: This product can expose
you to chemicals including lead and
cadmium which are known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive harm, and phthalates
which are known to the State of California
to cause birth defects or other reproductive
harm. For more information go to
http://www.p65warnings.ca.gov

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3.0 About this manual
This manual is provided by Baileigh Industrial, covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for a
Baileigh Industrial model BMS-10 and BMS-12 Miter Saw. This manual contains instructions on installation,
safety precautions, general operating procedures, maintenance instructions and parts breakdown. Your
machine has been designed and constructed to provide consistent, long-term operation if used in accordance
with the instructions set forth in this document.
If there are questions or comments, please contact your local supplier or Baileigh Industrial. Baileigh Industrial
can also be reached at our web site: www.baileigh.com.
Retain this manual for future reference. If the machine transfers ownership, the manual should accompany it.
Read and understand the entire contents of this manual before attempting assembly
or operation. Failure to comply may cause serious injury.
Register your product using the mail-in card provided, or register online:
http://www.baileigh.com/us/en/service-and-support/product-registration/

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4.0 Features and terminology
Figure 4-1: Features and Terminology

5.0 Technical Specifications
Table 1
Model Number
BMS-10
BMS-12
Power
115VAC, 1PH, 60Hz, 15A
Motor
115VAC, 1PH, 60Hz 15A, 1.7kW
Blade Speed (n0)
4000 ±10% rpm
Laser
Class II, 3V, 400~700 nm
Work Light
LED
Motor arbor size
Ø 5/8 in. (15.875 mm)
Reducer for blade to arbor
N/A
Ø 5/8 x 1 x 0.11 in.
(16 x 25.4 x 2.8 mm)
Saw blade
Ø10 in. x 40T x 5/8 in. arbor,
carbide tipped, (Ø254 x 15.875 x
2.8 mm – 40T); Nmax. 7000 RPM
Ø12 in. x 48T x 1 in. arbor, carbide
tipped, (Ø305 x 25.4T x 2.8 mm –
48T); Nmax. 7000 rpm
Blade arbor size
5/8 in. (15.875 mm)
1 in. (25.4 mm) with 5/8 in. reducer
Miter cutting range
52° L, 60° R
Bevel cutting range
0° to 45° L & R
Miter stops
0°, 15°, 22.5°, 31.6°, 45° L & R and 60° R
Bevel stops
45° L, 0°, 45° R
Maximum sliding travel
9-3/8 in. (240 mm)
9.2 in. (233 mm)
Machine overall dimensions, LxWxH
43-1/2 x 29-1/2 x 28-1/2 in.
(1100 x 750 x 720 mm)
47-1/2 x 30 x 30-5/8 in.
(1200 x 760 x 780 mm)
Shipping dimensions, LxWxH
37-3/8 x 24-7/8 x 14-1/2 in.
(950 x 630 x 370 mm)
41-3/4 x 26 x 17-3/8 in.
(1060 x 660 x 440 mm)
Net weight (approx.)
47 lb (21 kg)
56 lb (25 kg)
Shipping weight (approx.)
53 lb (24 kg)
62 lb (28 kg)
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5.1 Cutting capacities
Table 2
Type of cut
Miter angle
Bevel angle
Capacity
BMS-10
BMS-12
Cross cut
0°
0°
12 x 3-9/16 in.
(305 x 90 mm)
14 x 4.0 in.
(355 x 100 mm)
Miter cut
45° L & R
0°
8-1/2 x 3-9/16 in.
(215 x 90 mm)
10 x 4.0 in.
(254 x 100 mm)
Bevel cut
0°
45° L
12 x 1-9/16 in.
(305 x 40 mm)
14 x 2.0 in.
(355 x 50 mm)
Bevel cut
0°
45° R
12 x 1.0 in.
(305 x 25 mm)
14 x 1-3/8 in.
(355 x 35 mm)
Compound
45° L & R
45° L
8-1/2 x 1-9/16 in.
(215 x 40 mm)
10 x 2.0 in.
(254 x 50 mm)
Compound
45° L & R
45° R
8-1/2 x 1.0 in.
(215 x 25 mm)
10 x 1-3/8 in.
(254 x 35 mm)
1 subject to local and national electrical codes.
2 The specified values are emission levels and are not necessarily to be seen as safe operating levels. As workplace
conditions vary, this information is intended to allow the user to make a better estimation of the hazards and risks involved
only.
L = length, W = width, H = height
L & R = Left and Right
N/A = not applicable
The specifications in this manual were current at time of publication, but because of our policy of continuous improvement,
Baileigh Industrial reserves the right to change specifications at any time and without prior notice, without incurring
obligations.
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6.0 Setup and assembly
Read and understand the entire
contents of this manual before attempting
assembly or operation. Failure to comply may
cause serious injury.
6.1 Unpacking
Inspect contents for shipping damage or missing parts.
If either is discovered, report it to your distributor.
Do not discard carton or packing material until saw is
assembled and running satisfactorily.
6.2 Shipping contents
1 Miter saw
1 Dust bag
1 Dust port adaptor
1 Hold-down clamp assembly
3 Hex wrenches, 2.5 / 3 / 6 mm
(6 mm wrench is preinstalled in rear handle)
6.3 Tools required for assembly
Hex wrenches – 2.5 mm, 6 mm
(Additional tools may be needed for adjustment
procedures and securing the miter saw to a
workbench.)
6.4 Transporting the saw
Observe the following safety measures to avoid injury
from unexpected saw movement:
• Disconnect power cord and wrap it around the
storage clips.
• Bring cutting head to forward position and down,
and lock it in lower position.
• Lock slide carriage in place.
• Always use the carrying handles when lifting or
moving to avoid damage to machine.
• Bend at the knees, not from the back.
6.5 Mounting saw to bench
For stationary use:
Select a location for the saw, such as the top of a
workbench, that provides sufficient room for handling
workpieces. Secure the saw to the bench. Mounting
hardware is not included and must be purchased
separately.
For portable use:
Place saw on a 3/4-in. thick piece of plywood and bolt
the base securely to the plywood using the mounting
holes on base. Mounting hardware is not included and
must be purchased separately.
Use C-clamps to clamp this mounting board to a stable
work surface at the worksite.
6.6 Releasing slide carriage
Loosen slide locking knob (A, Figure 8-1).
When transporting or storing
miter saw, the slide carriage should always be
locked in position.
6.7 Releasing cutting head
When not in use, lock cutting head
in down position. Failure to comply can cause
serious injury or equipment damage.
1. Push down on operating handle.
2. Pull out on head release pin (B, Figure 6-1).
3. Raise cutting head to UP position.
Note: When not in use, lock cutting head in down
position:
4. Pull out on head release pin (B) and bring cutting
head down.
5. Push in head release pin (B) to lock.
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Figure 6-1
6.8 Dust extraction
6.8.1 Dust bag
Push dust bag onto exhaust port (Figure 6-1).
To empty dust bag, remove it from exhaust port, slide
off plastic clip (C1, Figure 6-1) and empty sawdust
through bag opening. Reinstall clip before using dust
bag.
Note: Inspect and empty bag frequently; do not wait
for it to become full.
6.8.2 Adaptor
The adaptor can be used to convert the 1-5/8 in.
diameter port to 2-1/2 in. diameter, for connection to a
hose used with a shop vacuum or other dust collection
system. Use a hose clamp to secure the dust hose (not
provided) to the saw port.
6.9 Power cord storage clips
The slide carriage has two clips for cord storage when
machine is not in use (D, Figure 6-1).
6.10 Saw blade wrench
The hex wrench used for blade changing is stored in
the rear handle (E, Figure 6-1). The hex wrench also
has a cross-point driver on its opposite end.
6.11 Installing hold-down
1. Insert hold-down post (F, Figure 6-2) into
mounting hole located behind left or right fence.
2. Loosen knob (G) to raise or lower clamp support,
then tighten knob.
3. Press button (H) to allow clamp to drop onto
workpiece, then use knob (J) to tighten clamp
against workpiece.
Figure 6-2
6.12 Removing/installing blade
Disconnect power (unplug) to
avoid accidental starts. Failure to comply may
cause serious injury.
1. Unplug saw from electrical outlet.
2. Raise cutting head to upright position.
3. Raise lower blade guard to uppermost position
and hold. See Figure 6-3.
4. Loosen cover plate screw (K, Figure 6-3) with
provided crosspoint tool.
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Figure 6-3
5. Allow cover plate and guard to fall backward, to
expose arbor bolt (L, Figure 6-4).
6. Press and hold arbor lock on opposite side of
head (Figure 6-5) while rotating blade until arbor
lock engages.
7. Continue pressing arbor lock, while loosening
arbor bolt with hex wrench. NOTE: Left-hand
threads – turn clockwise to loosen.
Figure 6-4
Figure 6-5
8. Remove arbor bolt, outer flange, and blade. (On
model BMS-12, also remove reducer sleeve). Do
not remove inner flange.
Note: Pay attention to the pieces removed, noting
their position and direction they face. Wipe pieces
clean of any sawdust before installing a new
blade.
Figure 6-6
Important: Make sure blade size and arbor hole
match specification of miter saw.
9. Install new blade. Rotation arrow on blade must
match clockwise rotation arrow on upper guard,
and the blade teeth must point downward.
10. Place flange outer flange against blade and on
arbor. Thread arbor bolt onto arbor in
counterclockwise direction.
11. Important: Make sure flat edge inside flange
opening is aligned with flat edge on arbor shaft.
Also, the flat side of the flange must be placed
against blade.
12. Press and hold arbor lock (Figure 6-5) while
rotating blade until arbor lock engages.
13. Tighten arbor bolt.
14. Rotate cover plate back to original position, until
slot in cover plate engages completely with cover
plate screw (K, Figure 6-3). While holding lower
blade guard up as shown in Figure 6-3, tighten
screw.
15. Lower blade guard and verify that it operates
smoothly without binding or sticking.
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Never use saw without cover plate
securely in place and screw tightened down.
Failure to comply may cause serious injury.
If arbor bolt should accidentally loosen, the cover plate
prevents it from falling out, and helps prevent the
spinning blade from coming off the saw.
Verify that the flanges are clean
and properly installed. Lower the blade into the
table and verify that it does not come into contact
with the base, table, or table inserts. Failure to
comply may cause serious injury.
7.0 Electrical connections
To avoid electrical hazards, fire
hazards, or damage to the machine, use proper
circuit protection. Your saw is wired at the factory
for 115V operation. Connect to a 120V 15 amp
circuit and use a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit
breaker. If power cord is worn or cut, or damaged
in any way, have it replaced immediately to avoid
shock or fire.
Before connecting to power source, be sure switch is
in off position.
This machine is double insulated to provide a double
thickness of insulation between the user and the
machine's electrical system. All exposed metal parts
are isolated from the internal metal motor components
with protective insulation.
This saw has a plug that looks like the one shown in
Figure 7-1.
Figure 7-1
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this saw has a
polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This
plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way; if the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If
it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper outlet. Do not alter the plug in any
way.
Double insulation does not take the place of normal
safety precautions when operating this tool.
To avoid electrocution:
1. Use only identical replacement parts when
servicing a tool with double insulation. Servicing
should be performed by a qualified technician.
2. Do not use power tools in wet or damp locations
or expose them to rain or snow.
7.1 Extension cords
The use of extension cords is discouraged; try to
position equipment within reach of the power source.
If an extension cord becomes necessary, be sure it is
heavy enough to carry the current your product will
draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line
voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
Table 3 shows recommended size to use depending
on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in
doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the
gauge number, the heavier the cord.
Cord length
Wire gauge (AWG)
0 – 25 ft.
16
25- 50 ft.
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Table 3
Important: Make certain the receptacle in question is
properly grounded. If you are not sure, have a
registered electrician check the receptacle.
8.0 Adjustments
Note: Your miter saw was adjusted by the
manufacturer. However, during shipment slight
misalignment may have occurred. Check the following
settings and adjust if necessary prior to using this miter
saw.
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8.1 Support foot
The foot (A, Figure 8-1) can be turned in or out to
adjust its height. It is designed to provided support for
the miter table when locking handle is pushed down or
when cutting head is brought forward for slide-cutting.
The foot should be adjusted to contact surface of
bench or worktable.
8.2 Miter angle setting
The miter scale shows miter angles from 0° to 52° to
the left, and 0° to 60° to the right.
To set miter angle:
1. Lift up on miter lock handle (B, Figure 8-1) to
unlock table.
2. Press and hold release button (C) and use miter
lock handle to push cutting arm until desired
degree aligns with angle indicator (D).
3. Push down miter lock handle (B) to lock the
position.
Note: The release button (C) can be continuously
engaged to bypass the stops. This is convenient
when frequent and quick adjustment of miter angles
is needed.
1. Push down release button (C) and push in pin (E).
Release button is now continuously engaged.
2. Grasp handle (B) and freely rotate cutting arm.
3. Press release button (C) again to disengage pin.
Figure 8-1: selecting miter angles
8.2.1 Miter positive stop selection
The miter saw table has preset stops for quick and
accurate positioning at common angle settings of 0°,
15°, 22.5°, 31.6°, and 45° left and right; and 60° right.
1. Lift up on miter lock handle (B, Figure 8-1) to
unlock table.
2. Press release button (C) and move table with
handle (B). As scale indicator approaches the
desired degree, release the button (C). The table
will engage the next positive stop.
3. Push down miter lock handle (B) to lock the
position.
8.2.2 Miter scale indicator alignment
1. Rotate table to the 0° stop.
2. If indicator (D, Figure 8-1) does not align with zero
on scale, loosen screw and adjust indicator to 0°
mark. Retighten screw.
8.3 Table extensions and work
stop
Pull up lock handle (H, Figure 8-2) and slide table
extension outward, as shown. Push down lock handle
to secure position.
Raise workstop (J) for quick positioning of stock when
cutting multiple pieces of equal length.
Figure 8-2
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8.4 Fence adjustment
The fence extensions must be
extended to left or right, or removed entirely, when
making bevel cuts, to prevent blade or guard
obstruction. Failure to comply may cause serious
injury.
Failure to extend the fence will not allow enough space
for the blade to pass through. This could result in
serious injury. At extreme miter or bevel angles the
saw blade may also contact the fence resulting in
damage to equipment as well as personal injury.
IMPORTANT: Make a “dry run” of the cut, including
downward and sliding paths, and resolve any potential
fence obstructions before turning on the saw.
To adjust fence:
1. Raise lock handle (F, Figure 8-2) to unlock fence
extension.
2. Slide fence extension (K) outward to
accommodate desired bevel angle, or slide it
completely off.
3. Push down lock handle (F) to tighten fence
extension in position.
Note: Secure fence extensions in position closest to
saw blade when transporting the miter saw.
8.4.1 Checking fence squareness
1. Unplug saw from electrical outlet.
2. Loosen four fence locking screws (G, Figure 8 2).
Note: Two locking screws to each fence.
3. Lower cutting head and lock in position.
4. Place a combination square against fence and
blade, as shown in Figure 8-3.
Figure 8-3
5. Adjust fence square to blade and tighten the four
fence locking screws (G, Figure 8-2).
6. After fence has been aligned, use a scrap piece of
wood to make a cut at 90º, then check squareness
of the piece. Readjust if necessary.
8.5 Bevel adjustments
8.5.1 90° (zero) bevel stop adjustment
1. Unplug saw from electrical outlet.
2. Pull up bevel lock handle (A, Figure 8-4) to unlock
tilt mechanism.
3. Pull out on bevel pin (B, Figure 8-4) and tilt cutting
arm to 90° position (0° on bevel scale) against
positive stop.
4. Push down lock handle (A) to secure cutting head
angle.
Figure 8-4
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NOTE: If lock handle (A) is disengaged and bevel pin
(B) has been pulled out, but cutting head still refuses
to tilt, the lock nut may have been overtightened for
shipping purposes. Remove three screws and open
rear cover (see Figure 8-5). Slightly loosen lock nut (N,
Figure 8-5) with wrench. Reinstall rear cover. This
adjustment is only if necessary.
Figure 8-5
Figure 8-6
5. Place a combination square flat on the table and
against blade, as shown in Figure 8-6. Note:
Position the square flush against main blade
surface, not against a projecting blade tooth.
6. If blade is not 90° to miter table (i.e. square does
not sit flush against both surfaces), turn right set
screw (E, Figure 8-7) in or out until blade is 90° to
table.
7. If needed, loosen screw (D, Figure 8-7) and adjust
bevel angle indicator to align with zero on scale.
Retighten screw.
Figure 8-7
8.5.2 45° bevel stop adjustment
1. Unplug saw from electrical outlet.
2. Make sure 90-degree bevel stop is accurate (sect.
8.5.1).
3. Set miter angle to zero degrees. Fully extend both
sliding fences to prevent obstruction.
4. Pull up bevel lock handle (A, Figure 8-4).
5. Pull out bevel lock pin (B, Figure 8-4) and tilt
cutting head to 45-degrees left. The cutting head
should stop at the 45-degree mark on scale.
6. If adjustment is needed, turn left set screw (C) as
needed to bring cutting head to 45-degree mark
on scale. Verify the setting using a 45-degree
angle tool on the table and against blade.
Note: The left set screw (C, Figure 9-7) may be used
instead to set a different angle stop, less than 45°, that
is used frequently by the operator.
The right 45° tilt stop will have already been
established when the 90° setting is calibrated in sect.
8.5.1.
8.6 Depth adjustment
Cutting depth can be pre-set for even and repetitive
shallow cuts, such as slots or dadoes.
1. Raise cutting head.
2. Loosen screw (F, Figure 8-8) and slide plate (G)
outward. Retighten screw.
3. Pull cutting head down until blade teeth are at
desired depth of cut.
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