Baileigh Industrial BSS-22 Service manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AND
PARTS MANUAL
22-INCH WOODWORKING SCROLL SAW
MODEL: BSS-22
© 2022 Baileigh Industrial
REPRODUCTION OF THIS MANUAL IN ANY FORM WITHOUT WRITTEN APPROVAL OF BAILEIGH INDUSTRIAL IS
PROHIBITED. Baileigh 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
Baileigh Industrial
P.O. Box 531
Manitowoc, WI 54221-0531
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[email protected]

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Table of Contents
THANK YOU & WARRANTY ........................................................................................... 4
GENERAL NOTES ........................................................................................................... 6
IMPORATANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................. 7
Switch lock-out ................................................................................................................. 9
About this manual .......................................................................................................... 10
Glossary ......................................................................................................................... 11
Specifications ................................................................................................................. 12
Mounting Hole Pattern ................................................................................................... 13
General Features ........................................................................................................... 13
Setup and assembly ...................................................................................................... 14
Shipping contents ........................................................................................................... 14
Tools required for assembly ........................................................................................... 14
Unpacking and cleanup .................................................................................................. 14
Transporting saw ............................................................................................................ 15
Mounting to bench or stand ............................................................................................ 15
Blade storage ................................................................................................................. 16
Foot pedal ...................................................................................................................... 16
Dust collection ................................................................................................................ 16
Electrical connections .................................................................................................... 17
Grounding Instructions ................................................................................................... 17
Extension cords .............................................................................................................. 17
Adjustments ................................................................................................................... 18
Arm tilt ............................................................................................................................ 18
Installing blade ............................................................................................................... 18
Adjusting blade tension .................................................................................................. 19
Material hold-down ......................................................................................................... 20
Speed control ................................................................................................................. 20
Squaring blade to table .................................................................................................. 20
Adjusting blade oscillation .............................................................................................. 21
Arm lift retention ............................................................................................................. 22
Blower nozzle ................................................................................................................. 22
Operations ...................................................................................................................... 22
General operating tips .................................................................................................... 22
On/off controls ................................................................................................................ 22
Procedure ....................................................................................................................... 22
Maintenance .................................................................................................................. 23
General maintenance ..................................................................................................... 23
Lubrication ...................................................................................................................... 24
Fuse inspection .............................................................................................................. 24
Commutator brush inspection ........................................................................................ 24
Blade selection ............................................................................................................... 25
Width .............................................................................................................................. 25
Pitch ............................................................................................................................... 25

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Set .................................................................................................................................. 25
Material .......................................................................................................................... 25
Tooth form ...................................................................................................................... 26
Optional accessories ...................................................................................................... 27
Troubleshooting BSS-22 Scroll Saw .............................................................................. 28
Replacement Parts ........................................................................................................ 29
BSS-22 Upper & Lower Arm Assembly – Exploded View .............................................. 30
BSS-22 Upper & Lower Arm Assembly – Parts List ....................................................... 31
BSS-22 Table & Cabinet Assembly – Exploded View .................................................... 32
BSS-22 Table & Cabinet Assembly – Parts List ............................................................ 33
BSS-22 Drive Link Assembly – Exploded View ............................................................. 34
BSS-22 Drive Link Assembly – Parts List ...................................................................... 35
Electrical Connections – BSS-22 Scroll Saw ................................................................. 37

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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 a 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 a 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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IMPORATANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING – To reduce risk of injury:
1. Read and understand the entire owner's manual
before attempting assembly or operation.
2. Read and understand the warnings posted on the
machine and in this manual. Failure to comply with
all of these warnings may cause serious injury.
3. Replace the warning labels if they become
obscured or removed.
4. This scroll saw is designed and intended for use
by properly trained and experienced personnel
only. If you are not familiar with the proper and
safe operation of a scroll saw, do not use until
proper training and knowledge have been
obtained.
5. Do not use this scroll saw for other than its
intended use. If used for other purposes, Baileigh
Industrial disclaims any real or implied warranty
and holds itself harmless from any injury that may
result from that use.
6. Always wear ANSI Z87.1 approved safety glasses
or face shield while using this machine. (Everyday
eyeglasses only have impact resistant lenses;
they are not safety glasses.)
7. Before operating this scroll saw, remove tie, rings,
watches and other jewelry, and roll sleeves up
past the elbows. Do not wear loose clothing.
Confine long hair. Non-slip footwear or anti-skid
floor strips are recommended. Do not wear gloves.
8. Wear ear protectors (plugs or muffs) if noise
exceeds safe levels.
9. Do not operate this machine while tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or any medication.
10. Make certain the switch is in the OFF position
before connecting the machine to the power
supply.
11. Make certain the machine is properly grounded.
12. Make all machine adjustments or maintenance
with the machine unplugged from the power
source.
13. Remove adjusting keys and wrenches. Form a
habit of checking to see that keys and adjusting
wrenches are removed from the machine before
turning it on.
14. Keep safety guards in place at all times when the
machine is in use. If removed for maintenance
purposes, use extreme caution and replace the
guards immediately after completion of
maintenance.
15. Check damaged parts. Before further use of the
machine, a guard or other part that is damaged
should be carefully checked to determine that it
will operate properly and perform its intended
function. Check for alignment of moving parts,
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting and any other conditions that may affect
its operation. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced.
16. Provide for adequate space surrounding work area
and non-glare, overhead lighting.
17. Keep the floor around the machine clean and free
of scrap material, oil and grease.
18. Keep visitors a safe distance from the work area.
Keep children away.
19. Make your workshop child proof with padlocks,
master switches or by removing starter keys.
20. Give your work undivided attention. Looking
around, carrying on a conversation and
“horseplay” are careless acts that can result in
serious injury.
21. Maintain a balanced stance at all times so that you
do not fall into the blade or other moving parts. Do
not overreach or use excessive force to perform
any machine operation.
22. Use the right tool at the correct speed and feed
rate. Do not force a tool or attachment to do a job
for which it was not designed. The right tool will do
the job better and more safely.
23. Use recommended accessories; improper
accessories may be hazardous.

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24. Maintain tools with care. Keep saw blades sharp
and clean for the best and safest performance.
Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
25. Turn off the machine before cleaning. Use a brush
or compressed air to remove chips or debris — do
not use your hands.
26. Do not stand on the machine. Serious injury could
occur if the machine tips over.
27. Never leave the machine running unattended.
Turn the power off and do not leave the machine
until it comes to a complete stop.
28. Remove loose items and unnecessary workpieces
from the area before starting the machine.
29. Keep hands and fingers away from moving saw
blade.
30. Don’t use in dangerous environment. Don’t use
power tools in damp or wet location, or expose
them to rain. Keep work area well lighted.
Additional Safety Instructions for
Scroll Saws
31. Scroll saw must be secured to a sturdy foundation.
If there is a tendency for the stand or workbench
to move, it must also be secured to the floor.
32. Blade must be properly tensioned before
operating. Failure to do so could result in blade
breakage and possible injury.
33. Never start saw with workpiece contacting blade.
34. Always keep fingers and hands away from blade.
Avoid awkward hand positions where a sudden
slip might cause hand to move into or toward the
blade.
35. Always hold stock firmly against table. The
provided hold-down should be correctly
positioned over the workpiece.
36. Do not attempt to saw any stock that does not
have a flat surface, without a suitable support. Do
not cut pieces of material too small to hold by
hand.
37. Care must be taken when cutting material with an
irregular cross section. The blade could pinch
before the cut is completed. Any stock, such as
frame molding, must lie flat on the table surface
and not be allowed to rock.
38. Dowels or tubing have a tendency to roll while
being cut and cause the blade to “bite.” Round
material should be held firmly against the table.
39. Turn off saw before backing stock out of an
incomplete cut. Only remove jammed cut-off
pieces after blade has stopped.
40. Make “relief” cuts before cutting long curves.
41. When cutting large or oversize stock, always make
sure material is supported at table height.
42. Do not feed workpiece too fast while cutting. Feed
workpiece only fast enough for the blade to cut.
43. Never reach under the table while blade is moving.
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.
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.

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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 injury, or possibly
even fatal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Switch lock-out
To safeguard your machine from unauthorized operation and accidental starting by young children, the use
of a padlock (not included) is highly recommended. See Figure 1. Place the key in a location that is
inaccessible to children and others not qualified to use the tool.
Figure 1

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About This Manual
This manual is provided by Baileigh Industrial covering the safe operation and maintenance procedures for
a Baileigh Industrial Model BSS-22 Scroll 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 as set forth in this document.
This manual is not intended to be an exhaustive guide to scroll saw operational methods, choice of blades
or wood stock, etc. Additional knowledge can be obtained from experienced users or trade articles.
Whatever accepted methods are used, always make personal safety a priority.
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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Glossary
Some terms relevant to the scroll saw:
Beam Strength: A blade’s resistance to backward
deflection caused by pressure of the workpiece.
Bevel Edge Cut: Tilt of blade between 0° and 45° to
perform angled cutting operation.
Blade Drift: Deviation of blade from a straight line.
The smaller the blade, the more prone to drifting.
Blade Tracking: How the blade moves through the
cutting path.
Contour Cut: Cutting outside the workpiece line.
Crosscut: A cut made across the grain of a workpiece.
Deflection: Tendency of blade to be pushed
backward under pressure from the workpiece.
Feed Rate: Linear travel of workpiece into blade.
Freehand: Moving the workpiece into the blade using
only the hands, without a fixed positioning device.
Fret Work: Cutting inside the workpiece; also called
open work, or pierce cutting.
Kerf: The resulting cut or gap made by the blade.
Kickback, or Lift: The tendency of workpiece to rise
off the table due to being caught by the blade.
Leading Edge: Edge of workpiece that first gets
pushed into blade.
Parallel: Position of saw arm equal in distance at
every point to the table surface.
Parallel Link: style of scroll saw in which a motor
pushes rods in upper and lower arms that move
articulated arms holding the blade. (The Baileigh
Industrial scroll saw is this type.)
Perpendicular: 90° (right angle) intersection or
position of vertical and horizontal planes, such as saw
blade to table.
Pin-end Blade: Blade that requires a pin to secure it
to the saw. (These are not suitable for intricate
fretwork.)
Plain-end Blade: Blade that slides into a clamp
without need of a pin holder. These are preferred for
delicate fretwork. (The Baileigh Industrial scroll saw
uses this type.)
Rake Angle: Angle of a blade tooth in respect to a line
perpendicular to the back edge of blade.
Relief Cut: Extra cut to remove waste material and
prevent the blade from binding when cutting a curve.
Rip Cut: A cut made along the grain of the workpiece.
Scroller: User of a scroll saw. Sometimes called
“scroll-sawyer”.
Scroll Work: General term for designs with spirals and
rolling curves.
Stack Cutting: Placing multiple workpieces together
for simultaneous cutting. (CAUTION: Pieces must be
properly taped or glued together to prevent sliding.)
Throat Capacity: Distance from blade to body
column; identifies maximum workpiece size.
Trailing Edge: Edge of workpiece that last contacts
blade. (CAUTION: Pieces must be properly taped or
glued together to prevent sliding.)
Throat Capacity: Distance from blade to body
column; identifies maximum workpiece size.
Trailing Edge: Edge of workpiece that last contacts
blade.

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Specifications
Model number ....................................................................................................................................................... BSS-22
Stock number: ..................................................................................................................................................... 1231862
Motor and electricals:
Motor type ................................................................................................................................................ brushed DC
Horsepower .......................................................................................................................................... 1/16 HP (50W)
Phase ................................................................................................................................................................. single
Voltage ............................................................................................................................................................... 120 V
Cycle ................................................................................................................................................................... 60Hz
Listed FLA (full load amps) ................................................................................................................................. 1.3 A
Starting amps ...................................................................................................................................................... 2.0 A
Running amps (no load) ...................................................................................................................................... 0.5 A
On/off switch .................................................................................................................... rocker style, and foot pedal
Power cord .............................................................................................................................. 18 AWG, 6 ft. (183 cm)
Power plug installed (saw and foot pedal) ........................................................................................................... 15 A
Foot pedal cord length ........................................................................................................................................ 7.2 ft.
Recommended circuit and fuse/breaker size1 ...................................................................................................... 15 A
Overload fuse ........................................................................................................................................... 3.15A, 250V
Blade and capacities:
Stroke ............................................................................................................................................... 3/4 in. (18.6 mm)
Speed ...................................................................................................................... variable, 400 to 1550 stroke/min.
Throat capacity .............................................................................................................................................. 22-3/8 in.
Blade type used ..................................................................................................................... plain-end (pinless) 5 in.
Blades included ....................................................................................................................................... (5) Skip type
Maximum cutting depth .......................................................................................................................... 2 in. (51 mm)
Arm tilt ...................................................................................................................... 45 degrees left; 45 degrees right
Main materials:
Body and tool tray ................................................................................................................................................ steel
Main table ........................................................................................................................................... ground cast iron
Trunnion ............................................................................................................................................................... steel
Arm ................................................................................................................................................. steel, plastic cover
Table:
Table dimensions (LxW) ......................................................................................... 23.62 x 12.67 in. (600 x 322 mm)
Table slot width ................................................................................................................................... 0.20 in. (5 mm)
Distance front edge of table to blade (approximate) ........................................................................ 3-5/8 in. (92 mm)
Dimensions:
Overall dimensions (LxWxH) ............................................................... 33 x 15-1/2 x 17-1/2 in. (838 x 394 x 445 mm)
Shipping dimensions .......................................................................... 35.4" x 17.7" x 18.9" in. (900 x 450 x 480 mm)
Dust collection:
Dust port outside diameter ................................................................................................................................. 1-1/2”
Recommended dust extraction volume ...................................................................... 300–350 CFM (8.5–10.0 CMM)
Weights:
Net weight .......................................................................................................................................... 68.2 lb (31.0 kg)
1 subject to local/national electrical codes.
L = length; W = width; H = height
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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Mounting Hole Pattern
Figure 2: Scroll Saw Mounting Hole Pattern
General Features
Figure 3: BSS-22 Features

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Setup and Assembly
Read and understand all assembly
instructions before attempting assembly. Saw
must remain unplugged from power source during
assembly procedures.
Shipping Contents
Refer to Figure 4.
1 Scroll saw (not shown)
4 Leveling feet with hex nuts
2 Lower blade holders
1 Foot pedal assembly
1 Dust port
1 Blade rack
5 Blades, skip type (not shown)
4 Rubber washer – (HP5)
2 Button Head Socket Screws (not shown)
1 Operator’s manual (not shown)
1 Product registration card (not shown)
Figure 4: Contents (not to scale)
Tools Required for Assembly
• 14mm open-end wrench (for foot pads)
• 3mm hex wrench (for blade guide)
• 4mm hex wrench (for blade rack)
Unpacking and Clean-up
1. Remove all contents from shipping carton.
Remove protective coating from the table using a
soft cloth moistened with a solvent. (Do not use
acetone, gasoline, or lacquer thinner for this
purpose, as these will damage painted and plastic
parts.)
2. Inspect contents for shipping damage or missing
parts. Report any damage or part shortages to
your distributor. (Note: Check saw for any pre-
installed parts before reporting part shortage.)

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Transporting Saw
Do NOT lift scroll saw beneath arm
(Figure 5) which may result in damage to linkage
system. Always lift using motor and edge of table
(Figure 7).
Figure 5: INCORRECT Lifting
Figure 6: Correct Lifting
Mounting to Bench or Stand
The scroll saw should be installed
upon a sturdy, flat surface with all four legs
contacting the surface. Do NOT install with saw
partially hanging over edge of table or workbench.
If scroll saw will not be bolted down to a surface, install
the four-foot pads to reduce vibration. See Figure 7.
Lower hex nut may be adjusted for height. Tighten top
hex nut down against saw foot.
Figure 7: Leveling Foot
The preferred method is to mount the saw directly to a
solid workbench, table, or stand. If mounting to a
workbench, use a pad (provided rubber washers)
between saw and bench to minimize vibration. See
Figure 8.
Figure 8: Bench Mounting (fasteners not included)
If a non-permanent method is preferred, an alternative
is to fasten the saw to a thick plywood board (minimum
3/4-inch), then attach the board to a table using
clamps.

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Blade Storage
The blade rack (Figure 9) can be mounted to either
side of the scroll saw. It contains holes for storage of
blades inside “test tubes” (not provided). Additionally,
four slots provide storage for blades pre-inserted into
a blade holder.
Figure 9: Blade Storage
Foot Pedal
Connect plug from scroll saw into receptacle on back
of foot pedal. Then plug foot pedal into power source.
(If not using foot pedal, plug saw directly into power
source; the on/off switch is then pressed to start and
stop the saw.)
It is strongly recommended the foot pedal be secured
in place using screws through the two holes. It may be
secured directly to the floor, or a wide board laid
beneath the saw.
Dust Collection
Slide dust port into the slot on underside of table. A
dust collector or shop vacuum can be connected to the
dust port with a hose and reducing adaptor (not
provided).

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Electrical Connections
The BSS-22 Scroll Saw is prewired for 120-volt power.
The saw comes with a plug designed for use on a
circuit with a grounded outlet that looks like the one
pictured in A, Figure 10.
Before connecting to power source, be sure switch is
in off position.
It is recommended that the scroll saw be connected to
a dedicated 15-amp circuit with circuit breaker or fuse.
If connected to a circuit protected by fuses, use time
delay fuse marked “D”. Local codes take
precedence over recommendations.
Grounding Instructions
This machine must be grounded. In the event of a
malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path
of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk
of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a
grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a
matching outlet that is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the
outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a 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.
Check with a qualified electrician
or service personnel if the grounding instructions
are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to
whether the tool is properly grounded. Failure to
comply may cause serious or fatal injury.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong
grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept
the tool's plug.
Repair or replace damaged or worn cord immediately.
This tool is for use on a nominal 120-V circuit and has
a grounded plug that looks like the plug illustrated in
sketch A in Figure 10. A temporary adaptor that looks
like the adaptor illustrated in sketches B and C may be
used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as
shown in sketch B if a properly grounded outlet is not
available. The temporary adaptor should be used only
until a properly grounded outlet (sketch A) can be
installed by a qualified electrician. The green colored
rigid ear, lug, or the like extending from the adaptor
must be connected to a permanent ground such as a
properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the
adaptor is used, it must be held in place by a metal
screw.
In Canada, the use of a temporary adaptor is not
permitted by the Canadian Electrical Code, C22.1.
Figure 10: Plug Configuration
Extension Cords
The use of extension cords is discouraged; try to
position machines near the power source. If an
extension cord is necessary, make sure it is in good
condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to
use one 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 1 shows correct 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.
Ampere
Rating
Volts
Total length of
cord in feet
More
Than
Not
More
Than
120
25
50
100
150
AWG
0
6
18
16
16
14
6
10
18
16
14
12
10
12
16
16
14
12
12
16
14
12
Not
Recommended
Extension Cord Recommendations
Table 1

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Adjustments
Before making adjustments to
saw, push rocker switch to OFF. Also unplug saw
from power if working around blade area.
Arm Tilt
The table remains stationary, so the operator’s hands
can remain in the same comfortable position, with no
risk of the workpiece sliding off the table. The arm can
be tilted up to 45-degrees left or right for beveled cuts,
which are frequently used in projects such as
marquetry.
Refer to Figure 11.
1. Loosen lock handle (A).
2. Make sure upper guard and blower nozzle
positions will not conflict with table.
3. Rotate handle (B) to desired angle. Preset stops
are available at 90°, 45°, 30° and 22.5°, left and
right. Push detent pin (C) while rotating handle (B)
until pin engages hole.
4. Tighten lock handle (A) and release pin.
Lock handle (A) is adjustable to prevent obstruction
when in angled position: Pull out handle and rotate on
pin, then release, making sure it reseats on pin.
Figure 11: Arm Tilt Adjustment
Installing Blade
1. Turn off saw.
2. Insert lower blade holder (Figure 12) into hole in
blade rack for leverage and loosen knob.
3. Slide blade into holder deep enough to gain
sufficient clamping, but not all the way which can
result in blade being too short for sufficient
gripping by upper guide. Make sure blade teeth
point down, toward the blade holder. Tighten blade
holder knob.
NOTE: If the blade holder set screw is backed out,
turn it in with a 3mm hex wrench until it touches
the tip of the knob when knob is tightened down.
You may need to stabilize the blade holder with a
10mm wrench on the flats while doing this.
Figure 12: Installing Blade into Holder
4. Flip clamping lever (D, Figure 13) toward front of
saw to release guide.
5. Push blade holder into clip (E) while guiding blade
through table slot.
6. Push top end of blade into upper guide (F), making
sure it rests between the contact points of guide
set screws, and against the back stop.
7. Flip clamping lever (D) toward rear of saw to
tension blade. Do not over-tension blade; this can
result in blade breakage or premature wear to
clamping surfaces.

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Figure 13: Installing Blade into Guides
8. Check that blade teeth point forward and down
toward table.
9. Try moving blade by hand to make sure it is
secure. Pluck the blade with your finger, as you
would a guitar string – it should emit a clear note if
properly tensioned.
TIP: If changing a blade while cutting fretwork, you
may first push blade through pilot hole in workpiece,
then install blade to saw. See Figure 14. This prevents
having to raise the arm for the first cut.
Figure 14: Installing Blade with Workpiece
Adjusting Blade Tension
If blade refuses to be clamped tightly according to the
above steps, one or both of the following adjustments
may be needed (Figure 15):
• Upper clamp spring pressure can be adjusted by
lifting handle (D) to vertical position. Rotate handle
clockwise one turn to increase pressure, then
push handle into clamping position. Note: Too
much handle rotation will prevent clamping.
• Turn set screws (G) with 3mm hex wrench
clockwise to reduce gap between clamping
surfaces.
Figure 15: Tension Adjustment
Either of the above steps should resolve blade tension
problems. If problem still exists:
• Rotate arm adjustment knob (Figure 16) clockwise
by hand. This will raise arm and apply more
tension to blade.
IMPORTANT: Rotating arm adjustment knob for
tension purposes should only be done if absolutely
needed, as it will affect later blade oscillation
settings. See Adjusting Blade Oscillation, page 21.

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Figure 16: Arm Adjustment Knob
Material Hold-Down
Refer to Figure 17.
Adjust material hold-down as close to workpiece as
possible without impeding workpiece movement.
For vertical adjustment, Loosen knob (H, Figure 17)
and slide hold-down to position. Tighten knob.
For forward/back movement and angling to table,
loosen socket head screw (J) and adjust. Tighten
screw.
Figure 17: Hold-Down
Speed Control
Refer to Figure 3.
Rotate speed control knob while saw is running –
clockwise to increase blade strokes per minute,
counterclockwise to decrease.
Squaring Blade to Table
Refer to Figures 18 and 19.
The blade may get out of alignment with the table over
time, depending upon how often the saw is used, and
frequent use of the tilt mechanism.
Periodically check squareness of blade to table as
follows.
1. Turn off saw, unplug from power source.
2. Make sure blade is fully tensioned.
3. Set blade tilt to “0” (90 degrees).
4. Place a machinist’s square or other 90-degree
measuring device on table and against blade
(Figure 18). Do not deflect blade by pushing into
it.
Figure 18: Inspecting Blade Squareness
5. If side of blade does not lie flush against square,
first check that the set screws (see G, Figure 15)
protrude evenly into the clamping area. Adjust if
needed.
6. If blade is still not perpendicular, loosen eight
screws on trunnion plates, at front and back of saw
(Figure 19)
7. Nudge trunnion/arm assembly until side of blade
is flush to square.
8. Tighten all screws at front and back.
9. If needed, loosen screw on pointer (K) and adjust
it to zero. Tighten screw.