
MA 2545
BASIC
PLUS
MA 2546
BASIC
PLUS
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
4153-1-2545-2-2
Taicang 2012-02
© Tribonia Intl.

215400 Taicang, Jiangsu
This Instruction Manual is valid for all models and subclasses listed in the
chapter " Specifications”.

Safety ...................................................................................................................................
.01 Directives ...............................................................................................................................
.02 General notes on safety .........................................................................................................
.03 Safety symbols ......................................................................................................................
.04 Important points for the user .................................................................................................
.05 Operating and specialist personnel ........................................................................................
.05.01 Operating personnel ..............................................................................................................
.05.02 Specialist personnel ...............................................................................................................
.06 Danger warnings ....................................................................................................................
Proper use............................................................................................................................
pecifi cations ...................................................................................................................... 10
01 MA 2545 / 2546 (BASIC, CLASSIC and PLUS) ...................................................................... 10
mum speed ..................................................................................................................
ne equipment and options .......................................................................................... 1
Disposal of Machine .........................................................................................................
Transportation, packing and storage ................................................................................ 1
01 Transportation to customer‘s premises ................................................................................ 1
02 Transportation inside the customer‘s premises ................................................................... 1
03 Disposal of packing materials ............................................................................................... 1
04 Storage .................................................................................................................................. 1
Explanation of symbols .....................................................................................................1
ontrols ............................................................................................................................... 1
n/off switch ........................................................................................................................ 1
ewing lamp switch (only on the MA 2545 / 2546 CLASSIC ans PLUS .............................) 1
edal ....................................................................................................................................
04 Keyboard on machine head (only on the MA 2545 / 2546 CLASSIC ans PLUS)
nee switch (option) .............................................................................................................
06 Knee lever (only on the MA 2545 / 2546 BASIC)
07 Presser foot fixing key
08 Adjusting the stitch length (on the MA 2545 / 2546 BASIC and CLASSIC)
09 Adjusting the stitch length (on the MA 2545 / 2546 PLUS)
10 Reverse feed lever ...............................................................................................................
11 A djusting the top feed stroke (on the MA 2545 / 2546 BASIC and CLASSIC)
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.12 Adjusting the top feed stroke (on the MA 2545 / 2546 PLUS ) ..... ......................................
witchable needle thread tension (only on the MA 2545 / 2546 BASIC) .............................
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.14 Bobbin thread control by stitch-counting
.15 Control panel .........................................................................................................................
.01 Inserting the needle .............................................................................................................
n thread, regulating the winder tension
n-changing/threading, and regulating the bo
etting the bobbin thread control function by reverse stitch counting
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.05 Threading needle thread and regulating its tension on the 2545
.06 Threading needle thread and regulating its tension on the 2546
Care and maintenance ......................................................................................................
.01 Servicing and maintenance intervals .................................................................................... 31
.02 Cleaning the machine .......................................................................................................... 31
cating ........................................................................................................................... 32
.04 Checking/regulating the air pressure ................................................................................... 33
.05 Emptying/cleaning the water bowl of the air filter/regulato ................................................ 33
earing parts .....................................................................................................................34

his machine is constructed in accordance with the European regulations contained in the
conformity and manufacturer’s declarations
n addition to this Instruction Manual, also observe all generally accepted, statutory and
ther regulations and legal requirements and all valid environmental protection regulations
he regionally valid regulations of the social insurance society for occupational accidents or
ther supervisory organizations are to be strictly adhered to
This machine may only be operated by adequately trained operators and only a fter having
completely read and understood the Instruction Manual
All Notes on Safety and Instruction Manuals of the motor manufacturer are to be read be-
ore operating the machine
The danger and safety instructions on the machine itself are to be followed
This machine may only be used for the purpose for which it is intended and may not be
perated without its safety devices. All safety regulations relevant to its operation are to
When exchanging sewing tools (e.g. needle, roller presser, needle plate and bobbin),
the machine, when leaving the machine unattended and during mainte
nance work, the machine is to be separated from the power supply by switching off the
On/Off switch or by removing the plug from the mains
veryday maintenance work is only to be carried out by appropriately trained personne
Repairs and special maintenance work may only be carried out by qualified service staff
r appropriately trained personne
Work on electrical equipment may only be carried out by appropriately trained personnel
Work is not permitted on parts and equipment which are connected to the power supply!
The only exceptions to this rule are found in the regulations EN
Modifications and alterations to the machine may only be carried out under observance
f all the relevant safety regulations!
nly spare parts which have been approved by us are to be used for repairs! We express
y point out that any replacement parts or accessories which are not supplied by us have
not been tested and approved by us. The installation and/or use o f any such products can
lead to negative changes in the structural characteristics o f the machine. We are not liable
or any damage which may be caused by non-original parts

Danger of injury for operating and specialist personnel
Caution
Do not operate without finger guard and safety devices
Before threading, changing bobbin and needle, cleaning
etc. switch off main switch.
or the user
This Instruction Manual is an integral part of the machine and must be available to the
operating personnel at all times
The Instruction Manual must be read before operating the machine for the first time
The operating and specialist personnel is to be instructed as to the sa fety equipment of
he machine and regarding safe work methods
It is the duty of the user to onl y operate the machine in perfect running order.
It is the obligation of the user to ensure that none of the safet y mechanisms are removed
.
It is the obligation of the user to ensure that onl y authorized persons operate and work
Further information can be obtained from y
our Mauser Spezial agent.

.05 Operating and specialist personne
.05.01 Operating personnel
Operating personnel are persons responsible for the equipping, operating and cleaning of
the machine as well as for taking care of problems arising in the sewing area
he operating personnel is required to observe the following points and must
always observe the Notes on Safety in the Instruction Manual!
never use any working methods which could adversely affect the safety of the machine!
not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewelery such as chains or rings!
also ensure that only authorized persons have access to the potentially dangerous area
around the machine
always immediately report to the person responsible any changes in the machine which
may limit its safety!
.05.02 Specialist personnel
Specialist personnel are persons with a specialist education in the fields of electrics, electro
nics and mechanics. They are responsible for the lubrication, maintenance, repair and adjust
he specialist personnel is obliged to observe the following points and must:
always observe the Notes on Safety in the Instruction Manual!
switch off the On/Off switch before carrying out adjustments or repairs, and ensure that
t cannot be switched on again unintentionally
wait until the luminous diode on the control box is no longer blinking or on be fore begin-
ning adjustment or repair work
never work on parts which are st
connected to the power supply! Exceptions are explai-
replace the protective coverings and close the electrical control box afer all repairs or

.06 Danger warnings
A working area of
must be kept free both in front of and behind the machi
ne, so that easy access is possible at all times
Never put your hands or fingers in the sewing area during sewing
anger of injury by the needle
While setting or adjusting the machine do not leave any objects on the table nor
in the needle plate area! Objects may be trapped or flung out of the machine
o not run the machine without finger guard
anger of injury by up and down movement of needle!
o not run the machine without take-up lever guar
anger of injury by moving take-up lever!
o not run the machine without belt guards
anger of injury by rotating v-belt
o not operate the machine without tilt lock
anger of crushing between sewing head and table
o not operate the machine without support
sewing head! Machine can tip over backwards when tilte

e MA 2545 BASIC, CLASSIC and PLUS are special high-speed, single needle lock-
stitch sewing machines with unison feed and a large, respectively extra large hook
e MA 2546 BASIC, CLASSIC andPLUS are special high-speed, two needle lockstitch
sewing machines with unison feed and a large, respectively extra large hook.
The machines are used for sewing lockstitch seams in the textile industry.
Any and all uses o
f this machine which have not been approved o f by the
manufacturer are considered to be inappropriate! The manu facturer cannot be
held liable for any damage caused by the inappropriate use o f the machine!
The appropriate use of the machine includes the observance o f all operational,
ad
ustment, maintenance and repair measures required by the manufacturer

.01 MA 2545 / 2546 (BASIC, CLASSIC and PLUS)
titch type: .........................................................................................................01 (lockstitc
eedle system: ..............................................................................................................134-
ersion CN; CN9; CN12: ............................................
or processing medium-heavy materials
ersion DN; DN12: ...................................................................
or processing heavy materials
ax.thread size (synthetic
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oise emission level at workplace with a sewing speed o f 2400 spm:
(Noise measurement in accordance with DIN 45 635-48-A-1, ISO 11204, ISO 3744, I
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ee instruction manual for the moto
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r consumption per switch cycle:
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et weight of sewing head:
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ross weight of sewing head :
Due to the use of network filters there is a nominal leakage current of
5 mA.
synthetic, or other sizes of comparable thread types
,

ax. speed / spm on
version
he max. speed on the MA 2546 with needle gauge larger than 20 mm is

achine equipment and options
Vetical hook, extra large
Thread trimmer (-900/81), < 13 mm rest thread
Thread trimmer (-900/82), < 5 mm rest threa
Thread puller (-909/12), controlle
Presser foot lift, manual via knee lever
Presser foot lift (-910/04), electropneumati
Manual backtacking with mech. hand switc
utomatic backtacking (-911/35), electropneumat
1 preselectable stitch lengt
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2
preselectable stitch lengths, can be switched alternate
2 preselectable thread tensions, one can be switched on manually
2 preselectable thread tensions, one can be switched on electropneu
1 presser foot stroke, manually adjustable, top feed stroke up to max. 9 mm
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2 presser foot strokes, manually ad
ustable, preselectable quick stroke
adjustment with hand switch (electropneumatically controlled
il level control through inspection glass
Oil level on display, with warning light on machine head
Presser foot pressure, manually adjustabl
-motor functionality EcoDrive MA74 ED-L
Integrated multiple switch on machine head + programmed multi switch
Integrated LED sewing lamp on sewing head, dimmabl
Attachment slider
Bobbin thread monitoring with thread detectio

Disposal of Machine
13
4 Disposal of Machine
Proper disposal of the machine is the responsibility of the customer
The materials used for the machine are steel, aluminium, brass and various plastic
mater
s. The electrical equipment comprises plastic materials and copper.
The machine is to be disposed of according to the locally valid pollution control regulations;
if necessary, a specialist ist to be commissioned.
Care must be taken that parts soiled with lubricants are disposed of separately
according to the locally valid pollution control regulations

Transportation, packing and storage
1
Transportation, packing and storage
.01 Transportation to customer‘s premise
he machines are delivered completely packed
.02 Transportation inside the customer‘s premise
he manufacturer cannot be made liable for transportation inside the customer‘s premises
or to other operating locations. It must be ensured that the machines are onl y transported
Disposal of packing materials
he packing materials of this machine comprise paper, cardboard and VCE fibre. Proper dis
osal of the packing material is the responsibilit y of the customer.
f the machine is not in use, it can be stored as it is for a period of up to six months, but It
should be protected a
f the machine is stored for longer periods, the individual parts, especially the surfaces of
moving parts, must be protected against corrosion, e.g. by a film of oil

Explanation of symbols
15
6 Explanation of symbol
In this instruction manual, work to be carried out or important information is accentuated by
symbols. These symbols have the following meanings:
Note, in
formatio
Maintenance, repairs, adjustment, service wor
(only to be carried out by technical staff)

. 7 - 01
1
Machines with Quick-EcoDrive
e power supply to the machine is swit
ched on or off by turning switch
only on the MA 2545 / 2546 CLASSIC ans PLUS )
witch the sewing lamp, which is inte-
rated in the machine head, on or off by

= Trim thread (on machines with

eyboard on machine head (only on the MA 2545 / 2546 CLASSIC ans PLUS )
e machine has a keyboard with 8 keys to activate different functions
there are yellow LEDs. These shine when the respective function has
reen LEDs are located above the keys
. These shine when the function has been
there are two symbol lamps.
indicates the status of the bobbin thread control
shines when the minimum level of the oil su pply has been reached
are operated, the functions listed below are carried out
: The functions of the keys
can be allocated to this key.
, simultaneously press one of the keys
seconds. The function of the selected key is taken over and the yellow LED in this
ey 2: Reverse sewing or intermediate backtacks during the seam
Under Parameter 634 other functions can be assigned to this key
eed adjustment when machine has stopped and when
machine is running (standar
eed adjustment only when machine is runnin

other functions can be assigned to this key:
1 = needle raised without trimming
e position change (standar
4 = single stitch in revers
5 = moving forwards to needle position step by ste p
6 = programmable tack on / off
Key 4: Calling up the pre-selected top feed lift
(Diode on = high lift, diode off = low lift).
nder Parameter 401 other functions can be assigned to this key
Set value 0 = Off
1 = when key pressed constant second stroke (standard
2 = second stroke only as long as key presse
If this key is operated, the second voltage is switched on
This function can be switched off under Parameter
: Bartack suppression for one bartack
other functions can be assigned to this key
ack inversion once (standar
ack suppression (all tacks switched off)
= reverse move to needle position step by step
Key 6: Calling up the pre-set stitch lengt
Diode on = large stitch length, diode off = small stitch length
This function can be switched off under Parameter
: If this key is operated, the second thread tension is switched on.
this key is pressed for longer than about
seconds, the machine moves to the
threading position - the needle is raised and the motor start in
sewing threads are not trimmed).
If the key is operated again, the motor start inhibitor is deactivated agai
s raised without trimming, the thread clamp is opened, the thread
tension is released, the presser foot raised and the motor start inhibitor activated
ode above the key lights up red).
the "crol" key on the control panel is pressed, the motor start in
he method for setting parameters is described in the settings manual, and
ay only be carried out by certifi ed professionals!

Depending on how the machine is equip
ed, the following functions can be called
up w
. On machines with centre guide (sub-class
this can be engaged or disen-
y operating the knee switch.
. By operating knee switch
e
to alternate between two pre-selecte
feed stroke settings.
For the high stroke setting the
speed is reduced
The knee switch function can
be altered, see the instruction
manual for the control panel
only on the MA 2545 / 2546 BASIC)
y pressing the knee lever
in the
direction of the arrow, the presser foot is

To fi x the presser foot, raise it with the
To release the presser foot, raise it briefl y
.08 Adjusting the stitch length
on the MA 2545 / 2546 BASIC and CLASSIC)

djusting the stitch length (on the MA 2545 / 2546 PLU
wo different stitch lengths can be pre
selected on the thumbs wheels 1 and2
e adjustment can be made by turning
he larger stitch length is set on thumb
, and the smaller stitch length on
se key 4 to call up the pre-selected
stitch lengths, see Chapter
As long as the reverse feed lever
ng the sewing operation, the

eed stroke (on the MA 2545 / 2546 BASIC and CLASSIC )
The top feed stroke can be adjusted by
.12 Adjusting the top feed stroke (on the MA 2545 / 2546 PLUS )
The large top feed lift can be set by tur
eed lift by turning thumb wheel 2.
to change between the two
op feed lift settings (see Chap.

witchable needle thread tension
only on the MA 2545 / 2546 BASIC )
e needle thread tension can be increa

ontrol panel
The description can be found in the separate instruction manual for the control panel
obbin thread control by stitch-counting
When the pre-set number for stitches have been sewn, the machine stops and the signal
After the pedal has been released and the forwards sewing function has been operated
wice, the seam can be completed.
The display goes off and the LED in the
1 key flashes as a reminder.
After the thread trimming operation and the bobbin change, the F1 key on the
control panel must be pressed. When sewing begins, the new pre-set counting
process begins
Pre-setting the number of stitches, see Chapter 8.04 Setting the bobbin thread
control.

anger of injury due to unintentional starting of the machine
nly use needles from the system intended for the machine, see Chapter
et needle bar at top position and
Push the needle fully in (the long
needle groove must face to the left)
Set needle bar at top position and loosen
ush the needle fully in (the long groove
the left needle must face to the right
and that of the right needle to the left)
ll regulations and instructions in this Instruction Manual are to be observed!
pecial attention is to be paid to the safety regulations
preparation work is only to be carried out by appropriately trained personnel.
efore all preparation work, the machine is to be separated from the electricity
supply by removing the plug from the mains or switching off the On/Off switch!

Setting up
27
Draw the thread from the reel stand through guide hole 1 into the bobbin winder tension
and then behind the thread clamp
Cut off the thread in thread clamp
lace empty bobbin 4 on the bobbin winder spindle
he bobbin is wound during sewing.
n winder stops automatically, when the bo
n 4 is filled suffi ciently.
Remove full
in 4 and cut off the thread in thread clamp
he tension of the thread on bobbin 4 can be adjusted on the bo
in 4 can be adjusted with screw
inding the bobbin thread, regulating the winder tension

witch off the machine!
Danger of injury due to uninten
tional starting of the machine
et take-up lever at its top position.
pen bed slide, lift latch 1
shown by the arrow when the thread is
ull the thread through slot
o not run the machine with the bed slide o pen.
anger of injury by moving parts
obbin-changing/threading, and regulating the bobbin thread tension
.04 Setting the bobbin thread control function by reverse stitch countin
(only with EcoDrive and PicoDrive
all up the parameter input function by pressing the
Press the TE key to switch the function keys to the input function (LED in the
y pressing the appropriate +/- keys and set the value at 2
ress the scroll key to select the "" function
et the number of stitches, which can sewn with a filled bobbin, by pressing the
appropriate +/- ke
hange to the "RM" function by pressing the " key (diode is off)
Take over the set value by pressing the "F1"

hreading needle thread and regulating its tension on the 2545
Switch off the machine!
Danger of injury due to unintentional starting o f the machine
read the needle thread as shown in
egulate the needle-thread tension by turning m

hreading needle thread and regulating its tension on the 2546
anger of injury due to unintentional starting of the machine
read the needle thread as shown in
egulate the needle-thread tension by turning m

Care and maintenance
31
These maintenance intervals are calculated for the average running time of a
single shift operation. If the machine is operated more than this, shorter inter
The cleaning cycle required for the machine depends on following factors
Single or several shift operation
Amount of dust resulting from the workpiec
It is therefore only possible to stipulate the best possible cleaning instructions for each indi
For all cleaning work the machine must be disconnected from the mains
by switching off the on/off switch or by removing the mains plug!
Danger of in
ury if the machine suddenly starts up
o avoid breakdowns, the following cleaning
ork is recommended for single shift ope
pen the bed slide and remove the bobn
Clean the hook and hook compartment
daily, several times if in continuous use.
et the bobbin in position and close the
lean the hook compartment ...............................
aily, several times if in continuous us
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Daily, before starting the machin
Check/adjust the air pressure ......................................... Daily, before starting the machin
Clean the filter of the air filter/lubricator ...........................................................As require
.01 Servicing and maintenance interval

efore commissioning the machine, fill in oil through hole
heck the oil level daily before starting the machine
he level of the oil in indicator
must not sink below the "MIN" marking and
not exceed the "MAX" marking.
required, fill oil into the tank through hole
MA 2545 / 2546 CLASSIC and PLUS
he oil level is controlled by sensor
hen the minimum oil level is reached, key
on the machine head shines re
see Chapter 7.03 Keys on the machine head.
f required, fill oil into the tank through hole 1
nly use oil with a medium viscosity of
mm²/s at 40° and a density
W
e recommend Mauser Spezial sewin
g-machine oil, part No.

.05 Emptying/cleaning the water bowl o
sconnect the air hose at the
air filter/regulating unit
empties itself automatically
hen the air hose is disconnected from
he air filter/regulator.
Cleaning the
nscrew water bowl and take out
lean the filter with compressed air
r with isopropyl-alcohol, part number
hecking/regulating the air pressure
Check the air pressure on gauge
must show a pressure of6 bar.
Regulate this pressure if required.
To do so, pull knob
up and turn it accor-
dingly.

Wearing parts
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10 Wearing parts
This is a list of the most important wearing parts.
A detailed parts list for the complete machine is included with the accessories.
System 134 - 35
11-130 173-15
11-130 173-15
11-225 223-25
(2x)
11-130 173-15
(2x)
11-174 082-15
11-108 093-25
MA 2545
99-137 520-05
91-500 251-05
91-500 460-05
91-500 118-01
91-500 686-05
-900/81
91-500 397-05
91-500 399-05
11-225 172-15
11-130 224-25

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Tribonia Intl. GmbH
Taunusstraße 5
65183 Wiesbaden
Germany
Mauser Spezial
Pfa Industrial (Taicang) Co., Ltd.
A20 Foreign Industrial Park
No. 105 East Shanghai Road
215400 Taicang, Jiangsu, PRC
Int’l Tele:+86 512 53283297
Hot Line:(0512) 5328 3224
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