AMF REECE S-311 Quick start guide

ELECTRONIC EYELET BUTTONHOLE
MACHINE
PARTS AND SERVICE MANUAL
MACHINE SERIAL No:
PART NUMBER 97.1930.0.002
This manual is valid from the machine serial No.: N 190801
(version ACL: No. : N 190791)
MODEL S-311
AMF is trademark of AMF Group, Inc. 01 / 2014

ELECTRONIC EYELET BUTTONHOLE
MACHINE
PARTS AND SERVICE MANUAL
MACHINE SERIAL No:
PART NUMBER 97.1930.0.002
This manual is valid from the machine serial No.: N 190801
(version ACL: No. : N 190791)
MODEL S-311
AMF is trademark of AMF Group, Inc. 01 / 2014

97.1930.0.002 ELECTRONIC EYELET BUTTONHOLE
MACHINE
PARTSAND SERVICE MANUAL
97.1930.0.002 ELECTRONIC EYELET BUTTONHOLE
MACHINE
PARTSAND SERVICE MANUAL
97.1930.0.002 ELECTRONIC EYELET BUTTONHOLE
MACHINE
PARTSAND SERVICE MANUAL
97.1930.0.002 ELECTRONIC EYELET BUTTONHOLE
MACHINE
PARTSAND SERVICE MANUAL
97.1930.0.002 ELECTRONIC EYELET BUTTONHOLE
MACHINE
PARTSAND SERVICE MANUAL
97.1930.0.002 ELECTRONIC EYELET BUTTONHOLE
MACHINE
PARTSAND SERVICE MANUAL
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LIMITED WARRANTY ON NEW AMF REECE EQUIPMENT
Warranty provisions:
A ninety (90) day limited service labor warranty to correct defects in installation, workmanship, or mate-
rial without charge for labor. This portion of the warranty applies to machines sold as ”installed” only.
A one (1) year limited material warranty on major component parts to replace materials with defects. Any
new part believed defective must be returned freight prepaid to AMF Reece, Inc. for inspection. If, upon
inspection, the part or material is determined to be defective, AMF Reece, Inc. will replace it without
charge to the customer for parts or material.
Service labor warranty period shall begin on the completed installation date. Material warranty shall be-
gin on the date the equipment is shipped from AMF Reece, Inc.
Exclusions:
Excluded from both service labor warranty and material warranty are: (1) Consumable parts which
would be normally considered replaceable in day-to-day operations. These include parts such as nee-
dles, knives, loopers and spreaders. (2) Normal adjustment and routine maintenance. This is the sole
responsibility of the customer. (3) Cleaning and lubrication of equipment. (4) Parts found to be altered,
broken or damaged due to neglect or improper installation or application. (5) Damage caused by the use
of non-Genuine AMF Reece parts. (6) Shipping or delivery charges.
There is no service labor warranty for machines sold as ”uninstalled”.
Equipment installed without the assistance of a certied technician (either an AMF Reece Employee,
a Certied Contractor, or that of an Authorized Distributor) will have the limited material warranty only.
Only the defective material will be covered. Any charges associated with the use of an AMF Reece
Technician or that of a Distributor to replace the defective part will be the customer’s responsibility.
NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AS TO DESCRIPTION, QUALITY, MERCHANTABIL-
ITY, and FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR ANY OTHER MATTER IS GIVEN BY SELLER
OR SELLER’S AGENT IN CONNECTION HEREWITH. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL SELL-
ER OR SELLER’S AGENT BE LIABLE FOR LOSS OF PROFITS ORANY OTHER DIRECT OR INDI-
RECT COSTS, EXPENSES, LOSSES OR DAMAGESARISING OUT OF DEFECTS IN OR FAILURE
OF THE EQUIPMENT OR ANY PART THEREOF.
WHAT TO DO IF THERE IS A QUESTION REGARDING WARRANTY
If a machine is purchased through an authorized AMF Reece, Inc. distributor, warranty questions should
be rst directed to that distributor. However, the satisfaction and goodwill of our customers are of pri-
mary concern to AMF Reece, Inc. In the event that a warranty matter is not handled to your satisfaction,
please contact AMF Reece ofce:
Prostejov, Czech Republic
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]

Warranty Registration Card
(Please Fax or Mail immediately after installation)
Note: All Warranty Claims Void, unless Registration Card on le at AMF Reece HQ
Machine model number:
(S101, S100, S104, S105, S311, Decostitch, S4000, EBS Mark II, etc)
Manufacturer‘s serial or production number:
Installation Site Information:
Customer‘s Name:
Customer‘s Mailing Address:
Customer‘s Telephone Number:
Supervising Mechanic‘s or Technician‘s Name:
Signature of Supervising Technician:
AMF Reece Technician‘s Name:
AMF Reece Technician‘s Signature:
Type of garment produced at this location?
Average Daily Production Expected from this machine?
(number of buttonholes, jackets sewn, pants produced, buttons sewn, etc)
Any special requirements required at this location?
What other AMF Reece Machines are at this location?
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
A - INTRODUCTION
1.Basicinformation..................................................................................................................1-1
2. Safety labels and device......................................................................................................1-2
3. General machine parts descriptions.....................................................................................1-3
4. Specication.........................................................................................................................1-4
5.Buttonholedescription..........................................................................................................1-6
6. Instructions for operator safety and maintenance of the machine S-311..............................1-7
7.Specialdevice.......................................................................................................................1-9
7.1.Workinglight.......................................................................................................................1-9
7.2.Manual machine control.....................................................................................................1-9
7.3.Ruler .................................................................................................................................1-9
7.4.Voltage guard - relay HRN 35.............................................................................................1-9
7.5.Thread nipper ....................................................................................................................1-9
B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY
1. Content of the shipping box...............................................................................................1-10
2.Tableadjustment.................................................................................................................1-10
3. Connection of the machine head with the control box........................................................1-12
S-311RDE-Pneumaticsystemconnection..............................................................................1-13
S-311AF - Pneumatic system connection..............................................................................1-14
S-311 CT - Pneumatic system connection..............................................................................1-15
S-311LTT-Pneumaticsystemconnection..............................................................................1-16
4.Belttension.........................................................................................................................1-17
5. Power and air connection...................................................................................................1-18
6. Thread stand installation....................................................................................................1-19
7. Lubrication.........................................................................................................................1-20
C - PROPER APPLICATION
1.Powerup/homeposition.....................................................................................................1-21
2. Needle installation..............................................................................................................1-22
3. Threading...........................................................................................................................1-23
D - MACHINE CONTROLS
1. Operation...........................................................................................................................1-26
2.Displayinformation.............................................................................................................1-28
3. The buttonhole shape setting.............................................................................................1-29
4. Buttonhole parameters adjustment....................................................................................1-30
5. Buttonhole parameters adjustment....................................................................................1-31
6. The sewing speed setting..................................................................................................1-32
7. Sewing speed setting for the round eye (AF, RDE)............................................................1-33
8. Buttonhole counters...........................................................................................................1-34
9. Setting the cutting..............................................................................................................1-35
10. The round eye cutting setting...........................................................................................1-36
11. Service mode...................................................................................................................1-37
12. Cycle mode......................................................................................................................1-38
13. The buttonhole programming...........................................................................................1-39
14.Theelectronicsystemerrormessages..............................................................................1-40
15. Manual cut mode..............................................................................................................1-40
16. PLC adjustment by machine type.....................................................................................1-40
E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT
1. Standard buttonhole shapes set by the manufacturer........................................................1-41
2. The sewing drive sensor plates adjustment........................................................................1-42
3.Thebedplatehomepositionadjustment..............................................................................1-43
4. The race mechanism adjustment.......................................................................................1-44
5. The sewing mechanism height control..............................................................................1-45
6. Mechanism adjustment for material clamping...................................................................1-46
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7.Spreadingofamaterial.........................................................................................................1-47
8. Adjustment of the cutting mechanism................................................................................1-48
9. Setting the needle bar height.............................................................................................1-51
10. Spreader and looper cam adjustment..............................................................................1-52
11. Loopers adjustment..........................................................................................................1-52
12. Spreaders adjustment......................................................................................................1-53
13. Adjustment of the bite mechanism...................................................................................1-54
14. Upper thread trimming mechanism - AF/LTT...................................................................1-55
15.Adjustmentoftheupperthreadpick-upheight....................................................................1-56
16. Upper trimming and lower interception - CT......................................................................1-57
17. Mechanismus adjusting for CT gimp................................................................................1-60
18. Practical recommendation for sewing round eyelet..........................................................1-61
19. The trimming mechanism adjustment - LTT......................................................................1-62
20. Setting the thread tension and thread draw off ...............................................................1-65
F - MACHINE MAINTENANCE
1. Cleaning and maintenance of the machine.........................................................................1-66
2. Periodic maintenance........................................................................................................1-68
3. Scheme of the lubrication distribution................................................................................1-69
4. Machine lubrication............................................................................................................1-70
5. Machine disposal...............................................................................................................1-72
G - DOCUMENTATION
Pneumatic diagram................................................................................................................1-73
Electrical diagram..................................................................................................................1-74
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1. BASIC INFORMATION
Sewing machine S-311 is determined to sew buttonholes for outwears. Buttonholes type are listed on page no. 1-6.
The sewing machine S-311 is designed and produced to be simple for operation and very reliable. Important design
goals have been made to provide a safe machine that is simple and inexpensive to maintain.
Sewing machine S-311 has four basic models: AF, CT, LTT and RDE.
Special electronic and mechanical safety devices protect the operator and the machine. There is a special power lock
out switch that permits the machine to be locked in the off position, so that it cannot be cycled accidentally. There is
a low air pressure detector that will not permit machine operation if air pressure is dangerously low.
There are safety-warning labels on the machine in all areas that require special care. These must not be removed.
If they are lost replace them immediately.
You are the most important safety equipment of all. Be sure you understand the proper operation of the machine.
Never remove safety mechanisms or labels. We have made every effort to provide the safest possible machine, but
without complete knowledge of how this machine operates, and the use of proper care by the operator, this machine
can cause serious injury or death. That is why there are safety warnings throughout these instructions that carry one
of these messages.
Machine types are listed in the table on the manual page no. 1-4, 1-5.
DANGER! Possible loss of life.
WARNING! Possible serious injury or machine damage.
NOTICE! Possible injury or machine damage.
We recommend that service workers fromAMF Reece oversee the installation and initial training of your mechanics
and operators.
The most effective safety precaution is a well-managed safety program. Be sure those who use this machine
are properly trained. Never disable safety equipment.
Always wear safety goggles when operating or servicing the machine.
EXPLANATION OF ABBREVIATIONS IN THE MANUAL TEXT
CA Cut After
CB Cut Before
AF Adjustable Flybar
CT Cord Trimming of all threads - short tail of lower thread
LTT Cord Trimming of all threads - long tail of lower thread
RDE Round Eyelet

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2. SAFETY LABELS AND DEVICE
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Warning
2
Danger possible injury
3
Covers removed possible injury
4
Switch
5
Grounding
6
Rotational direction
7
Standard label
8
Needle bar cover
9
Eye guard
10
Drive belt cover
11
Air pressure adjustment knob
12
Rear cover
13
Motor pulley cover
14
Foot pedal
15
Air pressure switch

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3. GENERAL MACHINE PARTS DESCRIPTIONS
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Display
17
Table
18
Control box
19
Hand wheel
20
Emergency Stop button
21
Motor
22
Table top
23
Thread stand
24
Main power switch
27
Cutting activation button
28
Air pressure regulator

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4. SPECIFICATION
S-311 Elektronic buttonhole machine with chain stitch is possible to use for men`s and women`s wear.
Possible to use gimp thread, not in round eye.
* Note:
If a customer uses thread size 100 and less, the manufacturer recommends to use the left looper 17.0069.4.019
If you use poor quality threads on the machine, the thread can burn at the needle (producer recommend decrease
machine´s speed).
** Gimp10-30→CTThroatPlate10.4012.5.016
30-100→CTThroatPlate10.4012.1.016
10.4012.2.014
Machine type/model AF
10 to 50 mm
3,0 - 20,0 mm
4 to 8 mm
4 to 20
4 to 20
12 mm
in 8,0 mm
Cut before (CB), cut after (CA), no cut (OFF)
- 0,50 to + 1,2 mm
See section D 3.3
4 to 6 mm
0,5 to 1,5 mm
No eye; 2,2 x 3,0 mm; 2,8 x 4,2 mm; 3,0 x 4,6 mm; 3,2 x 5,0 mm; 3,4 x 4,2 mm
2,1 mm (AF, LTT); 2,3 mm (CT) (± 0,3 mm electronic); 2,7 mm (± 0,3 mm electronic)
2,1 mm (AF, LTT); 2,3 mm (CT) (± 0,5 mm electronic); 2,7 mm (± 0,5 mm electronic)
± 1,5 mm
64 mm
02.0558.0.111 (Nm 100) 02.0558.1.112 (Nm 110)
80, 100, 120, gimp size 10-30 standard **
80, 100, 120, gimp size 30-100
L = 14 to 24mm
L+L = 21 to 31mm
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0,55 MPa = 80 PSI
530 mm (height) x 370 mm (width) x 560 mm (depth)
730 mm (height) x 1100 mm (width) x 700 mm depth) + 150 mm distance
64 kg
175 kg
1NPE~60Hz 230 V/TN/S; 1NPE~50Hz 230 V/TN/S
Min. 10A Characteristic C (EN60947-2)
L =86,9db; L =74,8 db; Noise measurement according to EN ISO 3746:1995
wA pfA
L = 22 to 32mm
L+L
1= 29 to 39mm
according to IEC 364-3, IEC 364-5-51 temperature from +5°C to 40°C, relative air humidity from 30 to 80%
14 to 24mm 22 to 32mm
1000 to 2000 stitches/min (500 to 1000 rev/min of the drive shaft)
0,5 to 2,0 mm (increments of 0,1 mm)
Sewing speed
Stitch Density
Buttonhole style
Eye type
Flybar length
Length of the cross bar
Number of stitches in the eye
Number of stitches in the round end
Clamp foot height (max)
Maximum work thickness
Buttonhole Cutting Mode
Cutting Space
Cut position (Y axis)
Bedplate movement
Needle system
Recommended threads*
Upper thread trimming
Lower thread and gimp trimming
Cutting space
Operating Condition
Air pressure
Machine db Level
Machine Head Dimension
Machine Head Weight
Table Dimensions
Machine Weight
Electrical requirements
Line Circuit Breaker
Bite Range Elecctronic
Bite Range Elecctronic (???)
The length
of hole
CT 14 - 24 mm CT 22 - 32mm
L = 3 to 7 mm
(Short ends)
max 3,5 mm
0,5 to 1,5 mm
Cross bar density

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4 to 20
in 8,0 mm
Cut before (CB), cut after (CA), no cut (OFF)
See section D 3.3
0,55 MPa = 80 PSI
530 mm (height) x 370 mm (width) x 560 mm (depth)
730 mm (height) x 1100 mm (width) x 700 mm depth) + 150 mm distance
64 kg
175 kg
1NPE~60Hz 230 V/TN/S; 1NPE~50Hz 230 V/TN/S
Min. 10A Characteristic C (EN60947-2)
L =86,9db; L =74,8 db; Noise measurement according to EN ISO 3746:1995
wA pfA
according to IEC 364-3, IEC 364-5-51 temperature from +5°C to 40°C, relative air humidity from 30 to 80%
1000 to 2000 stitches/min (500 to 1000 rev/min of the drive shaft)
0,5 to 2,0 mm (increments of 0,1 mm)
Sewing speed
Stitch Density
Buttonhole style
Eye type
Flybar length
Length of the cross bar
Number of stitches in the eye
Number of stitches in the round end
Clamp foot height (max)
Maximum work thickness
Buttonhole Cutting Mode
Cutting Space
Cut position (Y axis)
Bedplate movement
Needle system
Recommended threads*
Upper thread trimming
Lower thread and gimp trimming
Cutting space
Operating Condition
Air pressure
Machine db Level
Machine Head Dimension
Machine Head Weight
Table Dimensions
Machine Weight
Electrical requirements
Line Circuit Breaker
Bite Range Elecctronic
The length
of hole
L = 3 to 7 mm
Cross bar density
8 to 60
1,5 to 2,5 mm
12 mm 5 mm
- 0,50 to + 1,2 mm
4-6 mm 4-8 mm
0,5 - 1,5 mm
No eye; 2,2 x 3,0 mm; 2,8 x 4,2 mm;
3,0 x 4,6 mm; 3,2 x 5,0 mm; 3,4 x 4,2 mm
± 1,5 mm
64 mm 62,5 mm
0.0558.1.112 (Nm 110) 0.0558.0.111 (Nm 100)
80, 100, 120, gimp size 30-100 80, 100, 120
80, 100, 120, gimp size 10-30 standard **
16 to 36 mm
L =
L
10 to 36 mm14 to 32 mm
RDELTTCT 14 - 32 mm
(short ends)
(long ends)
2 to 7 mm
21 to 31 mm
29 to 39 mm
L +3 to 7 mm
Machine type/model
2,1 mm (AF, LTT); 2,3 mm (CT) (± 0,3 mm electronic); 2,7 mm (± 0,3 mm electronic)
2,1 mm (AF, LTT); 2,3 mm (CT) (± 0,5 mm electronic); 2,7 mm (± 0,5 mm electronic) Bite Range Elecctronic (???)
*** When sewing the round end buttonhole with the start in the eye, the machine has to be switched to theAF model
and trim med manualy.

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5. BUTTONHOLE DESCRIPTION
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Therstrowofstitches
2
The second row of stitches
3
Eye
4
Cutting space
5
Stitch density
6
Bite size
7
The length of a bar
8
The length of cutting
9
The length of buttonhole
10
Fly bar AF
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Cross bar CRB
12
Open End
13
Round End
14
Buttonhole width
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6. INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPERATOR SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE OF THE MACHINE S-311
When installing the machine the manufacturer recommends the minimum clearance mentioned above around the
machine. Read all of the instructions that follow. DO NOT PUTTHE MACHINE INTO OPERATION UNTILYOUARE
COMPLETELY FAMILIAR WITHALL INSTALLATIONAND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
DANGER!
- Before connecting the machine to the power supply, be positive that all safety covers are correctly installed.
- Always engage the power lockout switch, and disconnect the main power supply, before removing any safety
covers.
- Never connect the machine to the power supply when any cover is removed.
- It is forbidden to disconnect all connectors when the machine is switched on and connected to the power supply.
The electrical components and motors can be damaged.
WARNING!
- Locate the Emergency Stop button. Be sure you know how to use it.
- Be sure that you have a reliable and uniform power supply.
- Be sure that all electrical cables are in good condition and have no signs of damage to avoid electrical shock.
- If any covers become damaged, they must be repaired or replaced immediately.
- Do not touch moving parts of the machine while it is operating.
- Keep clear of the needle.
- Always switch off the main power before changing the needle.
- Before cleaning the machine or performing service to the machine, engage the power lock out switch or disconnect
the main power supply.
- When the machine is not in use engage the power lock out switch or disconnect the main power supply.

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- When this machine is used incorrectly, or is incorrectly maintained, it can be dangerous.
- Everyone who uses this machine, or maintains this machine, must be completely familiar with this manual.
CAUTION!
- Perform all regular service as described in this manual.
- If there is any problem with the power supply, turn off the main power switch.
- Do not remove, paint over, damage or in any way change safety labels. If a safety label cannot be easily read,
replace it.
- Long hair and loose clothing may be dangerous near any machinery. Always contain long hair and avoid loose
clothing, so that it cannot be caught by machinery and cause injury.
- Neverusethismachinewhileundertheinuenceofdrugsoralcohol.
- If anything seems to be operating incorrectly in the machine call for maintenance assistance immediately.
- Be sure that there is adequate light for safe operation. A normal minimum light level is 750 lux.