Adler 550-12-23, 550-12-24, 550-12-26 Programming Manual

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Part 4: Programming Instructions Class 550-16-23

Program Version: A 03

1. General .................................................. 3

2 Operating Elements of the Keypad (Control Panel) ....................... 4

3 Types of Operation

3.1 Normal Operation ............................................. 5

3.1.1 Setting the Fullness Value ........................................ 5

3.1.2 Turning the Supplementary Thread Tension On/Off ......................... 5

3.1.3 Turning the Thread Tension Off/On................................... 5

3.1.4 Bartack Inversion ............................................. 6

3.2 Automatic Operation ........................................... 7

3.3 Program Selection............................................. 7

3.3.1 Direct Program Selection ........................................ 7

3.3.2 Program Selection via Menu....................................... 8

3.3.3 Side Selection in a Program ....................................... 8

3.4 Program Variants ............................................. 9

4. Programmable Functions

4.1 Generating a New Program ....................................... 10

4.2 Temporary Alterations in a Step..................................... 11

4.3 Alterations in the Program ........................................ 11

4.4 Deleting a Program ............................................ 11

5. Parameter Settings

5.1 Machine Basic Settings.......................................... 12

5.1.1 Parameter List ............................................... 12

5.1.2 Base Stitch Length ............................................ 13

5.1.3 Needle Position at Drive Stop ...................................... 14

5.1.4 Foot Position at Drive Stop ....................................... 13

5.1.5 Foot Position after Thread Trimming.................................. 14

5.1.6 Beginning Bartack Type ......................................... 14

5.1.7 End Bartack Type ............................................. 14

5.1.8 Number of Bartack Stitches ....................................... 15

5.1.8 Bartack Speed ............................................... 15

5.1.10 Softstart................................................... 15

5.1.11 Number of Softstart Stitches....................................... 16

5.1.12 Softstart Speed .............................................. 16

5.1.13 Brightness Adjustment - Keypad .................................... 16

5.1.14 Left Pedal Setting ............................................. 17

5.2 Software Reset .............................................. 17

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6. Testing Programs

6.1 Display of the Machine Class and the Software Date ........................ 18

6.2 Display of Input Change ......................................... 19

6.3 Switching of Individual Outputs ..................................... 19

6.4 Checking the Sewing Drive ....................................... 20

6.5 Testing the Step Motors ......................................... 22

6.6 Testing the Flash ............................................. 23

6.7 Testing the RAM .............................................. 23

6.8 Readout of the Error Memory ...................................... 24

6.9 Testing the A/D Converter ........................................ 24

6.10 Testing the Keypad ............................................ 24

7. Setting Programs of the Machine

7.1 Correction Value/ Fullness Value Pedal ................................ 25

8. Indicators and Error Messages

8.1 Display Indicator.............................................. 26

8.2 Error Messages .............................................. 26

Annex ........................................................ 27

A.1 In- and Outputs .............................................. 27

1. General

These programming instructions contain important information to the safe, proper and economical use of the new generation of “DAC” controls (Dürkopp Adler Control).

Ease of Programming The user can program 99 freely-programmable programs with up to 13

steps for the left and right piece. –

Supplementary thread tension as of a specific fullness value.

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31 fullness values can be selected.

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Loading of all original parameters (Reset)

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All base parameters can be set via the keypad.

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Comprehensive model programming.

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The sewing drive is controlled directly through the pedal.

Setting and Testing Programs The DAC includes the integrated comprehensive

MULTITEST testing and monitoring system. A microcomputer assumes the control tasks, monitors the sewing

process and signals operating faults and malfunctions. Errors and test results are shown in a LCD display. Under normal

working conditions the display shows information to operation and the sewing process.

When an operating error or a malfunction occurs the functions are interrupted.

In some cases the main switch must be turned off during error correction for safety reasons.

A portion of the error messages is meant only for the service personnel.

Special programs facilitate mechanical adjustments and make possible a rapid testing of the input and output elements without additional measuring apparatus.

2. Operating Elements of the Keypad (Control Panel)

The entry and indicating of data occurs via a keypad with an 8-digit display which is divided into 3 blocks.

Fullness value Step Sleeve side Program number

Display During the normal program run the display is built up as follows : Left 3 digits : Display of the fullness value Middle 2 digits : Step display Right 3 digits : Display of the piece (right or left) and display of the

program number

When a testing program (or similar) is activated, a number of other parameters are shown in the display.

Key/Key Groups Function

0H Reverse bartack - manual

F Supplementary thread tension on/off

(the active function is designated by the green LED)

F+0 Needle high/low F+1 Needle thread tension on/off F+2 Bartack inversion Y+F Global parameters

Y+P Programming mode on/off (Teach-In)

Y + P+E Program deletion

E Alternation-piece left/ piece right

0 to 15 Setting fullness values

3. Types of Operation

3.1 Normal Operation (without Programming)

With the following key sequence, the direct operation is switched on. –

Press the “P” key. The display shows:

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Press “0” and “0” Program 00 is called up. The display shows:

3.1.1 Setting the Fullness Value

The desired fullness value is entered with the “1”to“15” keys. An intermediate value (1/2) is set by pressing neighbouring fullness value keys simultaneously or via the left pedal.

Depending on the setting (Parameter-Supplementary pedal), a setting via the keys is not possible.

Setting a fullness value: (Example: Fullness value 5) –

Press the “5” key. The display shows:

3.1.2 Turning the Supplementary Thread Tension On/Off

The supplementary thread tension can be turned on at any time. –

Press the “F” key. The supplementary tension is turned on. The green LED under the key is lit.

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Press the “F” key again. The supplementary tension is turned off. The green LED goes out.

3.1.3 Turning the Thread Tension Off/On

By simultaneously pressing the “F” and “1” keys, the thread tension can be turned off and on again.

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Hold down the “F” key and tap the “1” key. The thread tension is turned off.

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Hold down the “F” key and tap the “1” key. The thread tension is turned on.

3.1.4 Bartack Inversion

The bartack set in the parameters (see Chapter 1.7 Parameter Settings) is inverted (suppressed) by simultaneously pressing the “F” and “2” keys.

Seam beginning:

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Hold down the “F” key and tap the “2” key. The bartack is not sewn.

Seam end:

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Hold down the “F” key and tap the “2” key. The bartack is not sewn.

3.2 Automatic Operation

3.3 Program Selection

3.3.1 Direct Program Selection

In automatic operation the step and program number displays show the selected program and the current step.

The automatic operation is divided into the functions : –

Automatic run

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Programming operation for generating a new program

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Editing operation for changing of given programs

Up to 99 programs are possible. Additionally, the selected piece (left or right sleeve) is shown in the

program number display. At the end of the program the display blinks.

If the program number is known, it can be entered directly.

Order of operations

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Press the “P” key. The display shows:

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Enter the program number. (Example 17) The numeric entry occurs with the 0 to 9 keys. After the entry of the second number, the entry is automatically concluded. If the program exists in the memory, the following appears in the display for example :

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After a program is activated, the step 01 is set. The program is immediately ready for operation. The “Automatic” mode is activated.

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If the program is not in the memory, the left display blinks. By holding down the “Y” key and tapping the “P” key, the entry of a new program can now begin or the program search be repeated by pressing the “P” key.

3.3.2 Program Selection via Menu

If the desired program number is not known, all programs can be run through in the following manner.

Order of operations

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Press the “P” key. Change-over to the “Program Selection” mode.

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Press the “Y” key. The first program is shown. Each pressing of the “Y” key moves to and shows the next program.

If the program has valid data assigned to it, the following display appears:

If the program has no valid data assigned to it, the following appears:

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If the displayed program is to be selected, press the “E” key. (Example program 01) The following display appears.

3.3.3 Side Selection in a Program

After selection of a program one always goes first to the right piece (if a right sleeve has been programmed).

In the automatic mode can one, however, alternate between “right” and “left” sleeve at any time, if the sewing cycle has not yet begun and a program with right and left sleeve was selected.

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Press the “E” key. The controls switch to the left piece. The display shows:

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Press the “E” key again. The controls switch to the right piece again. The display shows:

3.4 Program Variants

For the adaption to differing types of material with the same model cut, the fullness values can be changed via the “0" to ”15" keys and via the supplementary foot pedal by + 0.5 and - 0.5. The changes apply only for the step selected at the moment and are deleted at the next step selection.

Increase the fullness value by + 0.5 Example: Set fullness value = 8

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Step the left foot pedal forward. The fullness value is increased by 0.5.

Decrease the fullness value by - 0.5 Example: Set fullness value = 8

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Step the left foot pedal to the back. The fullness value is decreased by 0.5.

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