AMF SERIES S104-130 Quick start guide

SERIES S104-130
EYELET BUTTONHOLE MACHINE
PARTS AND SERVICE MANUAL
PART NUMBER 97. 1400.0.002
This manual is valid from the machine serial No.: H 141610
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SERIES S104-130
EYELET BUTTONHOLE MACHINE
PARTS AND SERVICE MANUAL
PART NUMBER 97. 1400.0.002
This manual is valid from the machine serial No.: H 141610
09/2004

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LIMITEDWARRANTYONNEWAMFREECEEQUIPMENT
Warrantyprovisions:
A ninety (90) day limited service labor warranty to correct defects in installation, workmanship, or material 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 deter-
mined 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 begin on the date the
equipment is shipped from AMF Reece, Inc.
Exclusions:
Excludedfrom 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 needles, 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 certified technician (either anAMF Reece Employee, a Certified Contractor, or
that of anAuthorized 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.
NOOTHERWARRANTY,EXPRESSORIMPLIED,ASTODESCRIPTION,QUALITY,MERCHANTABILITY,andFITNESSFOR
APARTICULARPURPOSE,ORANYOTHERMATTERISGIVENBYSELLERORSELLER’SAGENTINCONNECTIONHERE-
WITH. UNDERNOCIRCUMSTANCESSHALLSELLERORSELLER’SAGENTBELIABLEFORLOSSOFPROFITSORANY
OTHERDIRECTORINDIRECTCOSTS,EXPENSES,LOSSESORDAMAGESARISINGOUTOFDEFECTSINORFAILUREOF
THEEQUIPMENTORANYPARTTHEREOF.
WHATTODOIFTHEREISAQUESTIONREGARDINGWARRANTY
If a machine is purchased through an authorizedAMF Reece, Inc. distributor, warranty questions should be first directed to that
distributor. However, the satisfaction and goodwill of our customers are of primary concern toAMF Reece, Inc. In the event that
a warranty matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please contact the appropriate AMF Reece office:
Europe/Africa/Americas
Prostejov, Czech Republic
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
SouthwestAsia
Istanbul, Turkey
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [email protected]
SoutheastAsia
Kowloon, Hong Kong
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]

Warranty Registration Card
(Please Fax or Mail immediately after installation)
Note: All Warranty Claims Void, unless Registration Card on file at AMF Reece HQ
Machine model number:
(S101, S100, S104, S211, Decostitch, S4000 BH, 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?
How can we serve you better?
Tovární 582, 796 25 Prostìjov, Czech Republic
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MACHINE MODELS
116 AF.CA.R.RE
122 AF.CB.R.FE
130 AF.CB/CA.R.RE
130W AF.CB/CA.R.RE.WAISTBAND
133 CT.CA.5/8.RE
134 CT.CA.5/8.LE
135 CT.CA.3/4.RE
136 CT.CA.7/8.RE
137 CT.CB.3/4.RE
138 CT.CB.5/8.RE
139 CT.CB.7/8.RE
152 RDE
170 AF.CA.ST.RE.ADJ.CT
190 AF.CB/CA.R.FE
Abbreviation Definitions:
ADJ = ADJUSTABLE FE = FRENCH EYE
AF = ADJUSTABLE FLY LE = LARGE EYE
CA = CUT AFTER R = REGULAR TRAVEL (7MM TO 1-1/4)
CB = CUT BEFORE RDE = ROUND EYE
CB/CA = CUT BEFORE / CUT AFTER RE = REGULAR EYE (7MM TO 1-1/4)
CT = CORD TRIM ST = SHORT TRAVEL (1/2 TO 7/8)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EQUIPMENT FAMILIARIZATION .................................................................................... 1-1
TABLE SET-UPAND ROTATION CHECK ..........................................................................1-2
BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENTS ........................................................................................1-3
COLOURED MARKING ON THE MACHINE ................................................................... 1-4
THREAD STAND INSTALLATION ......................................................................................1-5
LUBRICATION ....................................................................................................................... 1-6
MACHINE OPERATION
THREADING THE MACHINE ...................................................................................1-8
STARTING THE MACHINE .......................................................................................1-10
BUTTONHOLE QUALITY FEARURES ..................................................................... 1-11
PRINCIPLES OF SEWING ........................................................................................1-12
ADJUSTMENTS
STOP MOTIONADJUSTMENTS ..............................................................................1-18
SLIT CLUTCHADJUSTMENTS ................................................................................1-37
RACE ADJUSTMENTS ..............................................................................................1-38
ADJUSTABLE FLYBAR PINS SETTING - NO EYE ................................................. 1-43
LOOPER AND NEEDLE ALIGNMENT .....................................................................1-45
PRICK-IN ...................................................................................................................1-46
EYESHAPE ADJUSTMENT .......................................................................................1-48
CUTTING SPACE ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................. 1-49
STITCH BITE WIDTHADJUSTMENT ...................................................................... 1-50
BUTTONHOLE LENGTHADJUSTMENT ................................................................. 1-51
FLYBAR ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................1-52
END STITCH ADJUSTMENT ....................................................................................1-53
STITCH COUNT ADJUSTMENT ...............................................................................1-54
CUTTING STEELAND KNIFE ADJUSTMENT ........................................................ 1-55
CLAMPING ................................................................................................................1-59
LOOPERS AND SPREADERS ..................................................................................1-72
UPPER TENSION THREAD RELEASE .....................................................................1-77
TRIM KNIFE ADJUSTMENT ..................................................................................... 1-78
CORD TRIM ADJUSTMENTS ...................................................................................1-80

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TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont’d)
SELECTING CUT BEFORE (CB) OR CUTAFTER (CA) ...................................................1-90
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ...........................................................................................1-91
RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS .......................................................................................1-92
NEEDLES .................................................................................................................................1-93
KNIVES AND CUTTING STEELS ........................................................................................1-94

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EQUIPMENT FAMILIARIZATION
Description Eyelet Buttonhole Sewing Machine
Sewing Speed Up to 1,900 spm
Stitch Type 401 two thread chainstitch
Stitch Density 3 to 16 s/cm (7 to 40 spi)
Buttonhole Lenght 13 to 32 mm ( 1/2" to 1 1/4")
Automatic Cutting Lenght N/A
Eye Shape (X; Y) mm No Eye; 2,7 x 4,3
End Shape flibar, open end
Stitch Bite 2 to 4 mm
Automatic Thread Triming AF - top thread only
Lubrication Semi - automatic wicking system
Electrical Supply 230V, 50/60Hz, 3 Ph
400V, 50/60Hz, 3Ph
230V, 50/60Hz, 1Ph
110V 60Hz 1Ph
Dimensions (crated)
Sewing Head
Lenght 79 cm (31")
Width 64 cm (25")
Height 80 cm (31 1/2")
Weight 89 kg (196 lbs)
Table
Lenght 114 cm (45")
Width 68 cm (27")
Height 40 cm (16")
Weight 69 kg (152 lbs)
Overall Dimensions
Floor Plan 110 x 60 cm (43" x 24")
Table Height 70 cm (27 1/2") adjustable to 90 cm (35")
Y
X

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TABLE SET-UPAND ROTATION CHECK
1. Unpack the table, connect electrical plug, and turn the main power on.
2. Make sure the left hand motor pulley rotates counterclockwise. Once this has been done, turn the main power
off.
3. Place the rubber cushions 

onto the top surface of the table.
4. Unpack the machine and set it on the table, lining the machine up with the four larger holes. Be sure to lift the
machine by the base.
CAUTION: Do not lift the machine by the bedplate.
5. Place the machine 

on rubber cushions 

, screw the screws 

, insert the cushions under them.


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BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENTS
BELT TENSION ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENT
CAUTION: According to electrical power freqvency is necessary to use the motor pulley 

50Hz or
60Hz. (If the motor rotations are higher then is recommended by the manufacturer, the machine
can get damaged)
1. Remove the belt cover 

and the base 

. Put V-belt 

on the pulley 

and over the hole in stand
plate on motor pulley 

.
2. Loose the nut 

and turn the motor 

tighten the belt.
3. Check the tightening with 30N pressure. Belt sag should be around 20 mm.
4. Make sure pulley rotates counterclockwise.
5. Install belt 

and base 

covers.
30N
20mm









50Hz
53 mm
42,3 mm
60Hz
Motor — 50Hz, 1400 RPM
60Hz
(EU) (USA)

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COLOURED MARKING ON THE MACHINE
COLOURED MARKING
Screw - top links: Yellow marks — 1. Loosing and following disassembly of this link causes
distinctive intervention to the mechanism adjustment,
that was done when assembled and sewed off at the
factory.
2. After such an intervention to the mechanism, new
adjustment of set mechanism needs to be done and
complete check of whole machine adjustment as well.
Blue marks — Screws and nuts secured against loosing with glue
,,LOCTITE”.
Lubrication locations: Red marks —Caution: Lubrication regime adherance is neces
sary for protection of the reliable long-term machine
operation.

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THREAD STAND INSTALLATION
THREAD STAND INSTALLATION
1. Put the thread stand together
according to the drawing.
2. Position of the locking ring allows
assembly of the thread stand for
various thickness of the table top.
Threaded end of the post must not
extend more that 1 mm (1/32”) through
the locking nut .
3. Insert the washer and the post into
the hole provided in the right rear of the
table top . Insert the washer and
tighten the nut .

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LUBRICATION
1. Oil tank , which is located on the top of the edge on the head, should be checked daily. It is
supposed to be full at the beginning of each day.
2. Red marked places, pertinently the places with sticker with OIL description, must be regularly
checker and lubricated, after every 30 hours of operating as of minimal. (More often when neces-
sary.)
3. Let the machine cycle 20 times or more , so all excess oil can be removed.
4. Recommended lubricating oil TERESSTIC 68
