These instructions have been prepared with utmost care. They contain information and notes intended to ensure long-term and reliable operation.
Should you notice any discrepancies or if you have improvement requests,
then we would be glad to receive your feedback through Customer Service ( S. 35).
Consider the instructions part of the product and store them in a place
where they are readily available.
1.1For whom are these instructions intended?
These instructions are intended for:
With regard to minimum qualification and other requirements to be met by
personnel, please also follow the chapter Safety ( S. 7).
• Specialists:
This group has the appropriate technical training for performing
maintenance or repairing malfunctions.
1.2Representation conventions – symbols and characters
Various information in these instructions is represented or highlighted by the
following characters in order to facilitate easy and quick understanding:
Proper setting
Specifies proper setting.
Disturbances
Specifies the disturbances that can occur from an incorrect setting.
Cover
Specifies which covers must be disassembled in order to access the components to be set.
Steps to be performed when operating the machine (sewing and
equipping)
Steps to be performed for service, maintenance, and installation
Steps to be performed via the software control panel
The individual steps are numbered:
First step
Second step
The steps must always be followed in the specified order.
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•
Lists are marked by bullet points.
Result of performing an operation
Change to the machine or on the display/control panel.
Important
Special attention must be paid to this point when performing a step.
Information
Additional information, e.g. on alternative operating options.
Order
Specifies the work to be performed before or after a setting.
References
Reference to another section in these instructions.
SafetyImportant warnings for the user of the machine are specifically marked.
Since safety is of particular importance, hazard symbols, levels of danger
and their signal words are described separately in the chapter Safety
( S. 7).
Location
information
If no other clear location information is used in a figure, indications of right
or left are always from the user's point of view.
1.3Other documents
The machine includes components from other manufacturers. Each manufacturer has performed a hazard assessment for these purchased parts
and confirmed their design compliance with applicable European and national regulations. The proper use of the built-in components is described
in the corresponding manufacturer's instructions.
All information and notes in these instructions have been compiled in
accordance with the latest technology and the applicable standards and
regulations.
Dürkopp Adler cannot be held liable for any damage resulting from:
Transport
Dürkopp Adler cannot be held liable for breakage and transport damages.
Inspect the delivery immediately upon receiving it. Report any damage
to the last transport manager. This also applies if the packaging is not
damaged.
• Breakage and damage during transport
• Failure to observe these instructions
• Improper use
• Unauthorized modifications to the machine
• Use of untrained personnel
• Use of unapproved parts
Leave machines, equipment and packaging material in the condition in
which they were found when the damage was discovered. This will ensure
any claims against the transport company.
Report all other complaints to Dürkopp Adler immediately after receiving
the product.
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This chapter contains basic information for your safety. Read the instructions carefully before setting up or operating the machine. Make sure to
follow the information included in the safety instructions. Failure to do so
can result in serious injury and property damage.
2.1Basic safety instructions
The machine may only be used as described in these instructions.
These instructions must be available at the machine's location at all times.
Work on live components and equipment is prohibited. Exceptions are
defined in the DIN VDE 0105.
For the following work, switch off the machine at the main switch or
disconnect the power plug:
• Replacing the needle or other sewing tools
• Leaving the workstation
• Performing maintenance work and repairs
• Threading
Missing or faulty parts could impair safety and damage the machine.
Only use original parts from the manufacturer.
TransportUse a lifting carriage or forklift to transport the machine. Raise the machine
max. 20 mm and secure it to prevent it from slipping off.
SetupThe connecting cable must have a power plug approved in the relevant
country. The power plug may only be assembled to the power cable by
qualified specialists.
Obligations
of the operator
Follow the country-specific safety and accident prevention regulations and
the legal regulations concerning industrial safety and the protection of the
environment.
All the warnings and safety signs on the machine must always be in legible
condition. Do not remove!
Missing or damaged warnings and safety signs must be replaced
immediately.
Requirements
to be met by
the personnel
Only qualified specialists may:
• set up the machine
• perform maintenance work and repairs
• perform work on electrical equipment
Only authorized persons may work on the machine and must first have
understood these instructions.
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Safety
OperationCheck the machine during operating for any externally visible damage.
Stop working if you notice any changes to the machine. Report any changes
to your supervisor. Do not use a damaged machine any further.
Safety
equipment
Safety equipment should not be removed or deactivated. If it is essential
to remove or deactivate safety equipment for a repair operation, it must be
assembled and put back into operation immediately afterward.
2.2Signal words and symbols used in warnings
Warnings in the text are distinguished by color bars. The color scheme is
based on the severity of the danger. Signal words indicate the severity of
the danger.
Signal wordsSignal words and the hazard they describe:
Signal wordMeaning
DANGER(with hazard symbol)
If ignored, fatal or serious injury will result
WARNING(with hazard symbol)
If ignored, fatal or serious injury can result
CAUTION(with hazard symbol)
If ignored, moderate or minor injury can result
CAUTION(with hazard symbol)
If ignored, environmental damage can result
NOTICE(without hazard symbol)
If ignored, property damage can result
SymbolsThe following symbols indicate the type of danger to personnel:
Observe orderAlways adhere to the specified sequence for the individual setting steps.
Always observe all notes marked with a in the margin on prerequisites
and follow-up settings.
NOTICE
Property damage may occur!
Machine damage possible due to incorrect order.
Always adhere to the working order specified in this manual.
Binding the cable
together
3.2Cable routing
Ensure that all cables in the machine are laid in such a way that moving
parts are not impaired in their ability to function correctly.
1.Lay excessively long cables neatly in proper cable snakes.
2.Tie the snakes together using a cable tie.
If possible, bind the snakes to fixed parts.
The cables must be fixed firmly in place.
3.Cut off any protruding part of the cable tie.
NOTICE
Property damage may occur!
Machine damage and malfunctions can be caused by laying the
cables incorrectly.
Excess cabling may obstruct moving machine parts in their ability to
function correctly. This will affect the sewing function and may cause
damage.
Lay excess cabling as described above.
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Work principles
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3.3Removing the covers
NOTICE
Property damage may occur!
Machine damage and malfunctions can be caused by laying the
cables incorrectly.
Excess cabling may obstruct moving machine parts in their ability to
function correctly. This will affect the sewing function and may cause
damage.
Lay excess cabling as described above.
WARNING
Risk of injury from moving parts!
Crushing possible.
Switch the sewing machine off before you remove
the covers or refit them.
In many types of setting work, you will have to remove the machine covers
first in order to access the components.
Described here is how to remove the individual covers and how to reattach
them. Just the cover that needs to be removed is then specified in the text
for that particular type of setting work.
3.3.1 Access to the machine bottom section
In order to access the components at the machine bottom section, you
must first tilt the machine upper section to the left.
Fig. 1: Tilting the machine upper section to the left and setting it upright
Fig. 11: Removing and inserting the throat plate (4)
(9) - Connecting rod pin for needle thread clamp
1.Insert the throat plate (7) from above. When doing this make sure that
the hole in the needle thread clamp, which is located underneath the
throat plate, and the connecting rod pin of the needle thread clamp (9)
are mounted.
2.Mount the thread puller blade connecting rod (5) and make sure that
the connecting rod grips properly.
3.Tighten all 4 screws (8) of the throat plate firmly in place.
4.Tighten the screw (6).
5.Close the hook flap ( S. 17).
6.Fit the work surface (4).
7.Tighten the screw (3) for the work surface (4) firmly in place.
8.Mount both springs of the fabric clamp (1).
3.4Surfaces on shafts
Fig. 12: Surfaces on shafts
(1) - Surface(2) - Shaft
Some shafts have flat surfaces at those points where the components are
screwed on. This strengthens the connection and setting work is made easier.
Always make sure that the whole screw is seated completely on the surface.
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