Manual No. PT9511 Illustrated Parts List for FS100 Series Machines
Third Edition Copyright 1997
By
Union Special Corporation Rights Reserved In All Countries
Printed in U.S.A. May 1997
PREFACE
This parts manual has been prepared to assist you in locating individual parts or assemblies on FS100 Series machines.
It can be used in conjunction with Union Special Adjusting Manual IN9302.
It is the desire of Union Special that each machine run at its optimum performance. Parts listed in this manual are designed
specifically for your machine and are manufactured with the utmost precision to assure long lasting service.
This manual has been comprised on the basis of available information. Changes in design and/or improvements may
incorporate a slight modification of configuration in illustrations or part numbers.
On the following pages are illustrations and terminology used in describing the parts used on FS100 Series machines.
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SAFETY RULES
The sewing machines described in this instruction manual are prohibited from being put into service until it has been
ascertained that the sewing units, in which these sewing machines will be built-in have conformed with the EC Council
Directives (89/392/EEC, Annex II B).
1 . Before putting the machines described in this manual into service, carefully read the instructions. The starting of each
machine is only permitted after taking notice of the instructions and by qualified operators.
IMPORTANT! Before putting the machine into service, also read the safety rules and instruction from the motor supplier.
2 . Observe the national safety rules valid for your country.
3 . Each machine is only allowed to be used as foreseen. The foreseen use of the particular machine is described in paragraph
“STYLES OF MACHINES” of this instruction manual. Another use, going beyond the description, is not as foreseen.
4 . All safety devices must be in position when the machine is ready for work or in operation. Operation of the machine without
the appertaining safety devices is prohibited.
5 . Wear safety glasses.
6 . In case of machine conversions and changes all valid safety rules must be considered. Conversions and changes are made
at your own risk.
7 . The warning hints in the instructions are marked with one of these two symbols:
8 . For the following the machine has to be disconnected from the power supply by turning off the main switch or by pulling
out the main plug:
8. 1 For threading needle(s), looper, spreader etc.
8. 2 For replacing sewing parts such as needle, presser foot, throat plate, looper, spreader, feed dog, needle guard,
folder, fabric guide etc.
8 .3 When leaving the workplace and when the workplace is unattended.
8 .4 For maintenance work.
8. 5 When using clutch motors without actuation lock, wait until the motor is stopped totally.
9 .Maintenance, repair and conversion work (see item 8) must be done only by trained technicians or special skilled personnel
under consideration of the instructions.
10 . Any work on the electrical equipment must be done by an electrician or under direction and supervision of special skilled
personnel.
11 . Work on parts and equipment under electrical tension is not permitted. Permissible exceptions are described in the
applicable sections of standard sheet DIN VDE 0105.
12 . Before doing maintenance and repair work on the pneumatic equipment, the machine has to be disconnected from the
compressed air supply. In case of existing residual air pressure after disconnecting from compressed air supply (e.g.
pneumatic equipment with air tank), the pressure has to be removed by bleeding.
*Exceptions are only allowed for adjusting work and function checks done by special skilled personnel.
1 Spreader Thread Take-Up & Nipper Area
2 Needle Head & Needle Thread Nipper Area
3 Sewing Area
4 Looper, Looper Thread Take-up & Nipper Area
5 Needle Lever Thread Eyelet Area
•CAUTION AREAS ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
•IDENTIFICATION OF MACHINES .............................................................................................................................. 7
•IDENTIFYING PARTS ............................................................................................................................................... 8
•NUMERICAL INDEX OF PARTS .............................................................................................................................. 50
•NUMERICAL INDEX OF PARTS .............................................................................................................................. 51
Each Union Special machine carries a style number, which on this class machine is stamped in the style plate affixed
to the right front of the machine.
The serial number is stamped in the casting at the right rear base of machine.
MACHINE STYLES
Advanced series, heavy duty flat bed machine. Three needles, three loopers, one spreader, one auxiliary spreader,
plain feed, enclosed automatic lubrication system. Maximum work space to right of needle bar 81/4" (210mm).
FS113L100MBVLAP-SEAMER: Three needle, top cover thread, plain feed machine - Typical application -
For pocket facing applications on medium to heavy weight denim. Seam specification
408LSbj-1 (Mod.). Standard Gauge Number 096 [3/8", 9.6 mm]. Maximum recommended
speed depending on application is 4500 R.P.M. Recommended needle 128 GS, size
125/049.
FS113L112MBVSame as style FS113L100MBV096 except fitted with a flat action (mounted on cloth plate),
compressed air operated chain cutter with venturi suction and chain disposal.
NEEDLES
Each needle has both a type and size number. The type number denotes the kind of shank, point, length, groove,
finish and other details. The size number, stamped on the needle shank, denotes the largest diameter of the blade
measured between the shank and the eye. Collectively, the type number and size number represent the complete
symbol which is given on the label of all needles packed and sold by Union Special.
TYPEDESCRIPTION
128 GSShort, double groove, struck groove, ball eye, spotted, undersize eye and grooves 27% of size of
needle, chromium plated - Sizes Available 090/036,100/040,110/044, 125/049, 140/054.
When changing the needle, make sure it is fully inserted in the needle head before the screw is tightened.
To have needles promptly and accurately filled, an empty package, a needle sample, or the type and size number
should be forwarded. Use the description on the label. A complete order should read as follows: "100 needles,
type 121 GBS, size 125/049".
TERMS
Prices are net cash and subject to change without notice. All shipments are forwarded F.O.B. shipping point. A
charge is made to cover postage and insurance.
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ILLUSTRATIONS
This manual has been arranged to simplify ordering repair parts. Exploded views of various sections of the
mechanism are shown so that the parts may be seen in their actual position in the machine. On the page opposite
the illustration will be found a listing of the parts with their part numbers, description and the number of pieces
required in the particular view being shown.
Numbers in the first column are reference numbers only, and merely indicate the position of the part in the
illustration. The reference number should never be used in ordering parts. Always use the part number listed in
the second column.
Component parts of sub-assemblies which can be furnished for repairs are indicated by indenting their descriptions
under the description of the main sub-assembly. As an example refer to the following text.
When a part is common to all machines covered in this manual, no specific usage will be mentioned in the description.
However, when the parts for the various machines are not the same, the specific usage will be mentioned in the
description and, if necessary, the difference will be shown in the illustration.
A numerical index of all the parts shown in this manual is located at the back. This will facilitate locating the
illustration and description when only a part number is known.
IDENTIFYING PARTS
Where the construction permits, each part is stamped with its part number. On some of the smaller parts and on
those where construction does not permit, an identification letter is stamped in, to distinguish the part from similar
ones.
PLEASE NOTE:Part numbers represent the same part, regardless of which manual they appear in. On all orders
please include part number, name and style of machine for which the part was ordered.
* For optimum performance, use only genuine Union Special replacement parts.