Porter PALS 4000 Instruction Manual

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Catalog# PALS 4000 8/96
INTERNATIO N AL
P ALS 4000 & 500 0
Auton.1.atic Labe l Sewers
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CONTENTS
Instructions
I.
Unpacking and Check
of
Contents
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.4
1.1
Cautions
at
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . ••
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.4
1.2
Confirmation
of
Contents
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1.3
Please
Check
following Points Before Starting
the
Operation
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2.
Construction
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3
Features
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6
4.
Specifications
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4.1
General Specifications . . . . . .
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5.
Installation
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5.1
Securing
the
Sewing Machine Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . . • ,
...
I0
5.2 Securing
the
Cotton
Stand . . . .
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5.3 Connecting
the
AirTube
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5.4
Wire
Connections
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.
...
12
5.5 Power
Cord
for
Work
Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • . • . . . . . . . .
...
...
13
5.6 Connecting
the
Power Cable
...
, . . . . . . . • . . . . •. . •
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13
5.7 Changing
the
Direction
of
the
Motor
Rotation
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14
6.
Checkpoints
for
Operation
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I5
7.
Handling
the
Sewing Machine
Head
............
.
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.
17
7.1
Turning
the
Arm Shaft Driving Pulley . . . . . • . . . . . . . . . .
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17
7.2 Lubrication . • •, . . . . . . . • .
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17
7.3 Installing
the
Needle
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.
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18
7.4 Threading
the
NeedleThread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . •. . . . . . . . .
......
.
19
7.5 Winding
the
Bobbin Thread . • . . . . . . . . • • .
...
•.•..
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20
7.6 Installing
the
Bobbin . . . . • .
...
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21
7.7 Installing
the
Bobbin Case
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21
7.8 Removing
the
Inner
Hook
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . •. . . . . . •• . . •
.....
21
7.9 ThreadTension
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•.
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.•...
.....
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22
7.10 Adjusting
the
Work
Holder •. . . . . . . . . .
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23
7.1
I Adjusting
the
Presser
Foot
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24
7.12 Replacing
the
Lower Clamp Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . •. . . .
....
25
7.13 Lubrication with Silicon Oil . . . . . . . . . . . •. . . . • • •
......
.
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25
7.14 Air Piping
to
Cylinders for
Work
Holder,
Presser
Foot
...................
25
8.
Adjustment
and
Maintenance
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26
8.1
Adjusting
the
Bobbin
Winder
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • • ,
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26
8.2 Adjusting
the
Height
of
the
Needle Bar . . . . . • . . • . . . . . . . • . •
..
.......
26
8.3 Adjusting
the
Driver and
Hook
. . . . . • . •
............
.
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27
8.4 Adjusting
the
Thread Guide
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28
8.5 Adjusting
the
Presser
Foot
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
•••
......
, .29
8.6 Adjusting
the
Home
Position
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,
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. .3 I
8.7 Maintaining and Inspecting
the
X-YTable .
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..•
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34
8.8 Adjusting
the
X-Y Table BeltTension
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36
8.9 Adjusting
the
Synchronizer
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..•..
,
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• .38
8.10 Adjusting
the
ThreadTrimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
.....
.......
......
..
.40
8.1
I Adjusting
the
TrimmerThread
Tail
Length • . . . . . • .
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.43
8.12 Adjusting
the
Thread Release
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..•.
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.44
8.13 Adjusting
the
Stroke
of
the
Take-up Spring
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.
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.
.....
.•
.45
8.14 Adjusting
the
LIMI-STOP
Z
Motor
Belt
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CONTENTS
Parts
ARM
BED
&
ITS
ACCESSORIES
(I)
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SEWING
MECHANISM
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.48
THREAD
TRIMMING
MECHANISM
•.•.....••..••...•.•••.....•.•....••
.49
NEEDLE
BAR
MECHANISM
. . . •. . . • • . •. . . . •. . . • . . . •• • . . • • • • . • . • . • . . .50
PRESSER
BAR
LIFTING
MECHANISM
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52
X-YTABLE
MECHANISM
(I)
......•...•.•........•...•.....•.....•.•....
54
X-YTABLE
MECHANISM
(II).
.
.•..••..•..••...•..•....•...••..•.••••.•
55
WORK
HOLDER
MECHANISM
• • . . . • •
..•...••.•...••.•.
.
•.•.•.•......
56
WIPER
&
DETECTOR
MECHANISM
. • . • . • . . . . .
.•..•.....••..•.•...•...
57
OIL
LUBRICATION
MECHANISM
..•••••...•.•..•......••...•...•...••.
58
CONTROL BOX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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.59
PNEUMATIC
CONTROL
UNIT
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60
TABLE
&
STAND
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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61
ACCESSORIES
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ORDERING
INFORMATION
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1. Unpacking and Check
of
Content
Before unpacking the content, please read carefully following cautions in order to conduct the
preparation for operation effectively and satisfactorily.
1.1
Cautions at Unpacking
Fig. 1.1
(1)
Since the machine head is heavy, pay attention when carrying.
(2)
Use a crane or a fork lift truck to carry the sewing machine table.
• When carrying with a fork
lift
truck, be sure
to
place the sewing machine table on a pallet.
Sufficient care should be taken not to drop the table from the pallet during carrying.
(3)
In order to prevent unexpected deform or damage, please be sure not to hold such
vulnerable section as the slide plate, Motor cover, Table top, Detector, etc.
Otherwise,
it
may cause accident by falling, etc.
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Table top
Slide plate
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Packing attitude
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1.2 Confirmation of Content
Slide plate
(R)
First of
all,
please refer to the attached parts list (List of component parts) to confirm the standard
composition of the product.
If
you need any optional accessories, please place orders consulting
with the parts catalogue.
1.3 Please Check Following Points before Starting the Operation.
(1)
Check if the power supply
is
adequate to operate the machine.
(2)
The needle must be set such that it comes down
at
the center of presser foot.
(3)
LIMI-STOP
Z motor must turn
in
the direction as specified. (Refer to section 5.
5.)
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2. Construction
Machine Head
Control
Panel
Work
Holder
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3.
Features
1. Increased Productivity
• High speed sewing.
Increased speed at large stitch length.
• Large-sized shuttle hook.
The adoption
of
a large-sized shuttle hook (1.8 times larger than the size featured
in the
PALS
3000)
makes
it
possible
to
drastically reduce the frequency with which
the bobbin thread
is
replaced, and
it
enhances the
work
efficiency
as
well.
• Wide variety
of
needles and patterns
Up
to
1
50
patterns featuring the data
for
8000
stitches
per
pattern
can
be stored
on a single floppy disk
to
meet the requirements
of
fancy stitching
or
embroidery
involving a large number
of
stitches.
2.
Increased sewing
area
(15.75
X 11.81)
3.
Optional clamping configuration
(Pins
vs.
Saw
Tooth)
4.
Improved
operator
loading access
to
allow
better
material handling
5.
Less
dependency
on special skills
or
training
• Simple input and operation thanks
to
interactive system.
The
LCD
(liquid crystal display) vastly simplifies the preparation
of
the sewing
patterns and the preparations made
for
operation, and
it
also displays operating
errors in the form
of
messages. The teaching playback type
of
input makes
it
possible
to
create sewing patterns which match the clamp frame.
•
Easy
maintenance.
The full line-up
of
troubleshooting functions make the pinpointing
of
trouble and
its display on the
LCD
an
easy task.
• Adding/subtracting counters provided
as
a standard feature.
The subtracting counter sounds a buzzer when the bobbin thread should be replaced.
The adding counter makes
it
possible
to
verify the output.
6.
Attractive seams
and
stitching
• Stable feed system.
The fabric feed mechanism features both a travel system which uses races and
backlash-free timing belts.
It
enables reliable intermittent feed drive and produces
clear,
well-defined seams and stitches.
• Resolution in 0.1
mm
units.
By
bringing the resolution
of
the fabric feed mechanism accurately down
to
a
0.1
mm
pitch
it
is
now
possible
to
sew smoothly and precisely.
• Maximum stitch length
of
12.7mm.
The variable stitch length accommodates everything from delicate stitches such
as
embroidery
to
large-pitch sewing
of
such articles
as
container bags.
• Home position return function.
As
the stitching
of
one pattern
is
completed, the
work
holder returns
to
the
home position
so
there
is
no accumulation
of
mechanical displacement.
• Cloth feed
can
be adjusted in 3 levels depending on the thickness
of
cloth.
Further, the cloth feed
can
be adjusted in 2 levels in adaptation
to
the weight
of
work holder such
as
the attachment, etc.
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4.
Specifications
4.1
General Specifications
(1)
Specifications
of
mechanisms
(Figures
In
( )
Indicate
PALS
5000)
Item
Specification
Type of stitching Single-needle lockstitch
*
Needle
bar
stroke
41.2
mm
Take-up lever stroke
68
mm
Needle
135x17
#22
Wiper Lengthwise thread wiping drive
(With wiper release switch)
Work
holder lift
70mm
Tilting
*
Presser
foot
&
needle
lift
38mm
Presser foot stroke 4 to 10 mm
Hook Large-sized shuttle hook
Bobbin case With slip prevention spring
Bobbin
Aluminum bobbin for large-sized hook
Thread trimmer Combination of fixed knife and movable knife
(Plane scissoring)
Lubrication system Manual oiling and replenishment with oil braid (Tank type)
Oil used White spindle oil No.2
Sewing area
350
[400]
mm(15.75
STD)
in
X
direction
300mm
in
Y
direction
(
11.812
STD)
Speed setting 200 to 2000 spm, 10 levels selectable
Max.
sewing speed 2000 stitch/min. (for feed length of less than 2.0 mm)
Stitch length
0.1
to 12.7 mm
Dimensions 1535(W)
x
1430(L)
x
121
0(H) mm
{Excluding cotton stand)
Wefght 470 kgf (Total weight including head, table)
*
Patent
Pending
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(2)
Specifications of control
unit
(Figures
In
( ) indicate
PALS
5000 )
Item Specification
Control system All-electronic control system with microcomputer
Sewing area
350X300
(400X300)
mm
Pattern storage medium 3.5-inch floppy disks and
P-ROM
(option)
Number of programs stored 150 patterns
Number of stitches stored 360000 stitches
Number of stitches per 8000 stitches
pattern
Length of stitch
0.1
to
12.
7 mm (resolution:
0.1
mm)
Speed setting 200 to 2000 stitch/min.
1
a levels selectable
Enlargement/reduction 10 to
200%
in
0.1
% steps
Mechanical home position Set by optical sensor, insulator
Mechanical home position
0.1
to
12.
7
mm,
adjustable in
0.1
mm units
correction
Secondary home position Set by input program
Halt Set by input program
Reverse rotation support Set by input program
output
Baste stitching Set by input program
Test function Jog switch
Error display Display of errors on
LCD
Check
of
input switch signals
Troubleshooting functions Check
of
output signals
Verification and adjustment of sewing speed
Phases
Frequency Voltage Input
(Hz) (V) (kVA)
Power Single-phase
50,60
100 110 120
l
200 220 230 240
Three-phase
50,60
200 220 380 415
1
Ambient temperature/ 5 to
4D°C
humidity 30 to
80%
(no condensation)
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(3)
Teaching specifications (Figures
In
( )
indicate
PALS
5000 )
Item Specification
Input method Point input and
P-P
(Point to Point) input by teaching
Pattern input area
350X300
(400X300)
mm
Length of stitch
0.1
to
12.
7 mm (resolution:
0.1
mm)
Enlargement/reduction 100% only
No. of input stitches 8000 stitches
Stitch data, feed data, thread trimming data, end data,
Input data secondary home position data, halt data, reverse turn
support output data, baste stitch data
4-step setting:
Stitch speed command High speed (H), medium speed (MD1), medium to
low speed (MD2), low speed
(L)
Correction:
Stitch
number
reduction 1 or N stitches reduced from last stitch; 1 or N stitches
reduced from middle stitch; deletion of data from
assigned position
to
the last stitch
Stitch
number
addition 1 stitch added at assigned position
1 stitch correction 1 stitch corrected at assigned position
Speed change Speed change of N stitches from assigned position;
speed change from assigned position to the last stitch
Function change Addition/deletion of function codes
Test function Jogging at pattern input
Jogging at correction (input data verification)
Data write Written onto floppy disk and P-ROM
Delete Deletion of assigned patterns (floppy disk only)
(4) LIMI-STOP Z motor specifications
Model
CA-Z402E
CB-Z402E
CB-Z402E
Output
(W)
·
400
400
400
Phases Single phase 3phase 3phase
Poles
2 2 2
Voltage(V)
110
220
220/380/415
Drive motor Frequency (
Hz)
50
60
50
60
50
60
Full-load current(A)
5.8
5.6
2.2
2.0
1.
9/1.
3/1.
2
1.7/1.1/1.0
Full-load
speed(spm)
2870
3470
2920
3500
2860
3440
Type
approval Obtained
Clutch
Output
torque
(
kgf-m)
0.
13
o.
11
0.
13
o.
11
0.
13
0.
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5.
Installation
5.1
Securing the Sewing Machine Table
(1)
After placing the table
in
the prescribed
position, turn the adjustors mounted
underneaththe table to secure the table so
1
that
it
will not move.
(See
Fig.
5.
1)
(2)
Install the table on a level and stable floor
so that
it
will not shake or rock from side to
side.
5.2 Installing the Cotton Stand
Adjuster 0
Fig. 5.1
'-.....
Castor
Assemble the separately packed tension thread guide into the cotton stand, installing
it
at
the
right rear
of
the table.
Fig.
5.2
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5.3 Connecting
the
Air
Tube
(1)
Connect the accessory air tube between joint E
in
Fig.
5.3
and the compressor.
(2)
Set the air pressure to 390
kPa
(4
kgf/cm2).
To
adjust the pressure, pull the adjust knob
in
the direction of the arrow and turn
it.
Upon
completion of the adjustment, push the adjust knob down to return it to its original position.
*
Disconnecting the air tube
The air tube can easily be disconnected by first pushing it
in
and then pulling
it
while
pushing in the joint sleeve.
(3)
Refer
to
Fig.
5.3 for the air connections.
Adjust
knob
Air
pressure
gauge
Drain
knob
Fig. 5.3
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5.4 Wire Connections
Connectors shown in Fig. 5.4 are equipped to connect control box with
X-Y
table and air control
unit.
Thread trimmer,Wiper,
Thread tension
release
Two-stage work holder: Option 1
lnvertion work holder Option
1,
2
Pneumatic 2-stage
selector/work holder : Option
1,
3
Control box
Detector for
sewing machine
X-Y table
Presser
foot, work holder
Option 4
Fig. 5.4
Air control unit
Halt switch
X-axis, Y-axis sensors
Y-axis
step
motor
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5.5 Power Cord
for
Work
Lamp
(1)
When the work lamp
(6V,
15-20W)
is
mounted, use the connecting leads
provided
at
the front of the motor.
Removing the insulating tube, strip the
leads
as
necessary, make the
connections, and then wind insulation
tape around the connections.
Note
Although the lamp voltage
is
only
6V,
the ground voltage
is
around 1
00V.
Make absolutely sure that the power
is
turned off before the leads are
connected.
Fig. 5.5
Lamp leads
Insulating
tape
®
Phase reversing
plug
'
UMI-STOP
Z-motor
Stripped Insulating tape
(2)
If the lamp will not be used, its two
leads must be insulated to prevent
shortcircuiting.
wi
re
(2
or 3 turns)
As
in
the figure on the right, proceed
as
for
(D
or
®,
and be sure to
insulate the leads. Shortcircuiting
may result
in
a burn-out
of
the motor
winding.
5.6 Connecting the Power Cable
Lamp leads
Insulating
tape
(2
or 3
turns) Min.
10
mm
Lamp
leads
Use a power supply with a capacity high enough to accommodate the motor rating, and select
a power cable which
is
more than adequate to accommodate the power supply requirements.
(1)
When
a 3-phase motor
is
used, connect the power supply in its correct phase sequence:
·u·
phase (red lead),
·v·
phase (white lead)
•w·
phase (black lead).
(2)
Connect the green lead in the 3-phase power cable to the groundterminal.
To
ensure safety,
do not neglect to undertake this ground connection.
Be
sure to have a qualified electrician
do this for you.
This grounding work must
be
done
if
a single-phase power supply and the accessory
conversion plug (for conversion from 3 pins with ground to 2 pins) are used.
(3)
When a single-phase motor
is
used, do not plug the power cord into a branch socket but to
a wall outlet.
Notes
1.
All
leads should be bundled together and secured so that they will not come into
contact with the V-belts.
2.
The plugs and connectors must be securely connected.
3. The power plug must be disconnected when any of the leads are connected.
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5.
7 Changing the Direction
of
the Motor Rotation
If
the motor of the sewing machine is rotating in the reverse direction, reverse rotation
is
first
identified automatically when operation is started, the following display appears, and the machine
stops operating.
I
REVERSE
ROTATION
I
When this display has appeared, normal rotation
is
restored by turning the phase-reversing plug
through
180°
and inserting
it.
Be
sure to insert it properly
as
far
as
it will go. (See Fig. 5.6)
Since
it
takes about 5 minutes for a single-phase motor to stop completely after the power has
been turned
off,
remember to switch on the power after it has stopped. (The direction of the
motor rotation will remain unchanged if the power is turned on while the motor is running.)
t-19.
5.6
Note
Be sure to set the power switch to the
OFF
position when disconnecting the power plug.
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Checkpoints for Operation
(1)
Safety
1)
A machine which
is
operating
is
dangerous and
so
every care must be taken not to
touch any of
its
moving parts. Also, remember to turn off the power before
proceeding with repair work
or
inspections.
2)
Make absolutely sure that the sewing machine
is
grounded
in
order to safeguard
against noise and electric shocks.
(2) Operating environment
1)
Do
not operate the sewing machine
at
high temperatures (over
40°C)
or low temperatures
(under
5°C).
Otherwise, trouble or malfunctioning may occur
in
the machine.
2)
Do
not install the sewing machine
in
a position where
it
will be exposed to direct sunlight
or near a source of heat such
as
heating appliance.
3)
Take care not to allow water or any other liquid substance from entering the machine head
and control unit and to keep metal waste and other conductive materials
away
from the
sewing machine.
4)
The sewing machine cannot be used in
an
atmosphere where it will be exposed explosive
gases, dust or oily vapors.
5)
Avoid using the sewing machine
in
a location where it will be exposed to excessive shock
or vibration.
(3)
Operation
1)
Do
not turn off the power or remove the floppy disk while the floppy disk drive
is
reading
or writing data {while the drive
LED
is
lighted). This may cause the data stored to be lost.
2)
Turn off the power before inserting
or
removing the
P-ROM
cassette.
3)
When sewing a new pattern or enlarging a pattern, be sure to perform a test operation
and check the relationship between the work holder and pattern.
4)
Remove your foot from the start switch (pedal switch) when turning the power switch
ON
or
OFF.
5)
The presser foot must be lowered when the balance wheel
is
turned manually.
It
is
lowered when the power
is
off so that the wheel can be rotated without further
adjustment. When the power
is
ON,
it can be lowered by setting the bobbin winder switch
to the
ON
position.
6)
When a single-phase motor
is
being used, do not perform the start operation immediately
but wait about 1
O
seconds after the power has been switched on until the motor operation
stabilizes.
7)
Burnouts may be caused by insufficient lubrication of the mechanical parts. Before
operation, be sure to lubricate and check the parts.
8)
Under no circumstances should the operator bring his or her fingers near the work holder
while the sewing machine
is
being operated.
9)
Do
not operate the sewing machine without the eye guard and protective covers in place.
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{4)
un
tne
se1ect1on
ot
operating conditions*
*
When selecting the operating conditions, refer to the cautions
in
the paragraph 2.3
•Advanced operation• of Instruction Manual (Control unit).
1)
Selection based
on
the pressing weight
When a special clamp,
etc.
is
attached to the standard presser, turn
on
the dip switch
SW4-2
in
the control box depending
on
the clamping weight. Rough guide of clamping
weight
is
as
listed below.
Standard weight Weight material
Clamping weight
0
~
1.0
kg
1.0
~
2.0
kg
Dip
switch
SW4-2 OFF
ON
2)
Selection based
on
the thickness of sewing material
Ideal cloth feed timing for any particular material thickness
is
obtained by the selection of
the dip switches SW4-6 and
SW4-7
in
the control box. Refer to following table for setting.
Standard Heavy fabric
1
Heavy fabric 2 Not used
Cloth thickness
0~3mm
3~6mm
6~8mm
-
SW4-6 OFF
ON
OFF
ON
SW4-7 OFF OFF
ON
ON
On
the max. sewing speed
Max.
sewing speed of the machine varies depending on the stitch length and the operating
conditions as referred to
in
the last paragraph. Although the
max.
sewing speed control
is
designed to operate automatically
as
shown by the following table,
an
appropriate speed
(5)
should be set depending
on
the sewing material. (Regarding the speed setting, refer
to
the
Instruction Manual, ·control unit•.)
Cautions for operation
(1)
Cautions for safety
* Keep away your hand from under the needle or around the pulley when the power
switch
is
turned
on.
* Turn off the power switch when the machine
is
not operated or the operator leaves from
the machine.
* Turn off the power switch also when V belt is installed or removed or during the
adjustment
or
parts replacement.
*
It
is
very dangerous to bring closer fingers or hair to the pulley, V belt or motor during
operation.
(2)
Cautions before operating the machine
* When the machine is operated at the first time, turn on the power switch and check the
turning direction of pulley.
* Check also whether the description of voltage, single or three phases on the name
plate of motor is correct or not.
(3)
Cautions for the operating environment
* Do not operate the machine under a higher temperature (40"C or over) or a lower
temperature
(5°C
or under) to avoid troubles.
* Do not operate the machine under the atmosphere contaminated dust, etc.
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7.
1
Turning the Arm Shaft Driving Handle Pulley
(1)
Use
an Allen
key
to loosen screw
®
in
the
arm
boss.
(2)
Turn the
arm
shaft driving handle
pulley while pushing
it
in
the
direction of arrow
@.
(3)
When the
arm
shaft driving handle
pulley is turned toward you
in
the
direction of the arrow
©,
the
sewing machine rotates
in
the
forward direction; when it
is
turned
away from you, it rotates
in
the
reverse direction.
Note
Fig. 8.2
Make absolutely sure that the pulley is secured by screw
®
when the arm shaft driving
hanc;jle
pulley
is
not be used.
7.
2 Lubrication
(1)
Supplying the lubricant
Before proceeding with operation, be sure to lubricate,
as
necessary, parts
@
to
®
indicated by the arrows
in
Fig.
8.3.
Fig. 8.3
Lubricate parts A to F before proceeding with a test run after the sewing machine has been
installed.
(Fig.
8.3 and
8.4)
(Normally, lubricant is supplied automatically from the oil supply tank.)
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(2) Replenishing the
oil
tank
Replenish oil through supply ports
Land
Mon
the arm side and head side, respectively, until
the oil reaches the round red mark in the center of the oil gauge.
Note
Use white spindle oil
#2
for lubrication.
M
Oil gauge
Fig.
8.4
(3) Oil
disposal
Oil is discharged from the drain pipe and collected in the oil bottle. (See Fig. 8.
1)
Oil must
be disposed occasionally before the bottle
is
filled fully.
7.
3 Installing the Needle
(1)
Before installing or removing the needle, turn off the power so that the sewing machine will
not be started
up
in error.
(2)
Insert the needle into the needle socket as far as it will go.
(3)
With the needle prime groove turned to the front, tighten
up
the needle set screw to secure
the needle.
(4)
For more satisfactory stitching results, it is recommended that the needle
be
installed and
turned by about
100
in the direction of the arrow in Fig. 8.5.
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Insert the needle until
it
comes to the end, turn the
elongated groove toward
you, and tighten up the
set screw.
~
: :
I
;
I
I
0
1'
Needle has not been
inserted far enough.
'
:
I
I
0
X
Fig. 8.5
7
.4
Threading
the
Needle Thread
Pointing in wrong direction.
~
'
'
I '
I
I
I :
lb
'
X
The needle thread should be threaded,
as
shown in Figs. 8.6 and
8.7,
with the thread end
extended about 4 cm from the needle.
Alm thread Thread
op thread guide
Fig. 8.6 Fig. 8.7
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5 Winding the Bobbin Thread
(1)
Pass
the thread coming from the cotton stand as shown in Fig. 8.8 and wind the end of the
thread around the bobbin by several turns in the direction of arrow
•A•.
Fig. 8.8
(2)
Push the adjust lever
in
the direction of arrow
·a•.
(3)
Lower the work holder using the work holder switch (black pedal switch).
(4)
Setting the bobbin winder switch on the control panel to the
ON
position
(LED
lights) lowers
the presser foot and allows the sewing machine to enter the bobbin winder mode.
(5)
Step on the start switch (red pedal switch).
While the start switch is pressed down, the sewing machine will operate at a speed
equivalent to approximately 600 stitch/min
..
(6)
Upon completion of the thread winding, press the bobbin winder key again.
(This turns the
LED
off.)
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