Table of Contents About these instructions ..............5 For whom are these instructions intended? .......... 5 Representation conventions – symbols and characters ......6 Other documents ................... 7 Liability ....................8 Safety....................9 Basic safety instructions ................ 9 Signal words and symbols used in warnings........10 Machine description................
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Table of Contents 4.13.2 Key control panel................. 54 4.14 Puller ....................55 4.14.1 Control with hand lever................ 55 4.14.2 Puller electropneumatic control ............56 4.15 Sewing....................58 Maintenance..................61 Cleaning ....................62 Lubricating ................... 64 5.2.1 Lubricating the machine head ............. 65 5.2.2 Hook lubrication...................
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Table of Contents Performing a test run ................ 96 Decommissioning ................97 Disposal ..................... 99 Troubleshooting ................101 13.1 Customer Service ................101 13.2 Errors in the sewing process ............. 102 Technical parameters ..............105 Appendix ..................107 Operating Instructions 52Xi, 52Xi-75 - 00.0 - 10/2021...
About these instructions About these instructions 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 (...
About these instructions Representation conventions – symbols and characters Various information in these instructions is represented or high- lighted 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.
About these instructions 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. Safety Important warnings for the user of the machine are specifically marked.
About these instructions Liability All information and notes in these instructions have been compiled in accordance with the latest technology and the applicable stan- dards and regulations. Dürkopp Adler cannot be held liable for any damage resulting from: • Breakage and damage during transport •...
Safety Safety 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 instruc- tions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury and property damage.
Safety 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 Only qualified specialists may: to be met by • set up the machine the personnel •...
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Safety 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 Symbols The following symbols indicate the type of danger to personnel: Symbol Type of danger General...
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Safety Examples Examples of the layout of warnings in the text: DANGER Type and source of danger! Consequences of non-compliance. Measures for avoiding the danger. This is what a warning looks like for a hazard that will result in serious injury or even death if ignored. WARNING Type and source of danger! Consequences of non-compliance.
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Safety NOTICE Type and source of danger! Consequences of non-compliance. Measures for avoiding the danger. This is what a warning looks like for a hazard that could result in property damage if ignored. CAUTION Type and source of danger! Consequences of non-compliance.
Machine description Machine description • A flatbed single-needle machine. • It sews a double-thread zig-zag lockstitch. • It has a bi-directional drop feed. • The machine is equipped with a horizontal hook. • Wick lubrication. • There is an automatic bobbin winder on the machine arm. •...
Machine description Proper use WARNING Risk of injury from live, moving and cutting parts as well as from sharp parts! Improper use can result in electric shock, crushing, cutting and punctures. Follow all instructions provided. NOTICE Non-observance will lead to property damage! Improper use can result in material damage at the machine.
Machine description 3.3.2 Machine with long arm Throat plate Feed dog Foot Stichplatte Transporteur Fuß E-Nr. For Subclass / Für Unterklasse E-No. Abb.-Nr. Use / Verwendungszweck Fig.No. 525 E003 525i 811-75; 525i 847-75; 525i 811-75-66; 525i 847-75-66 Sewing equipment for two needle sewing, needle gauge 3 mm, 4 mm and 5 mm,...
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Machine description Throat plate Feed dog Foot Stich platte Transporteur Fuß E-Nr. Für Unterklasse / For Subclass E-No. Abb.-Nr. Verwendungszweck / Use Fig.No. 527 E 023 525i 811-75; 525i 847-75; 525i 811-75-66; 525i 847-75-66 Sewing equipment for sewing butt seams, 3-lined feed dog, needle size Nm 110-130, stitch length...
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Machine description Throat plate Feed dog Foot Stich platte Transporteur Fuß E-Nr. Für Unterklasse / For Subclass E-No. Abb.-Nr. Verwendungszweck / Use Fig.No. 527 E 060 525i 811-75; 525i 847-75; 525i 811-75-66; 525i 847-75-66 Sewing equipment for two needle cordin seams with or without filler cord, 3-lined feed dog,...
Machine description Declaration of Conformity The machine complies with European regulations ensuring health, safety, and environmental protection as specified in the declara- tion of conformity or in the declaration of incorporation. Operating Instructions 52Xi, 52Xi-75 - 00.0 - 10/2021...
Operation Operation The operating sequence consists of several different steps. Fault-free operation is necessary in order to achieve a good sewing result. Preparing the machine for operation WARNING Risk of injury from moving, cutting and sharp parts! Crushing, cutting and punctures are possible. If possible, make preparations only when the machine is switched off.
Operation Switching on and off the machine For switching on/off use the main switch (3). Important When you switch on the machine must not be under the foot presser sewn material! Pic. 1: Switching on and off the machine and sewing lamp ①...
Operation Inserting/replacing the needle WARNING Risk of injury from needle and moving parts! Switch off the machine before you insert or replace the needle. Do not touch the tip of the needle. Order Adjust the distance between the needle and the hook point after replacing to a different needle thickness (...
Operation 4.3.1 Machine 523i, 524i, 525i - needle system 134 Pic. 2: Needle inserting/replacing ① ② ③ ④ (1) - Needle bar (3) - Needle (2) - Screw (4) - Scarf Turn the handwheel until the needle bar (1) reaches the upper end position.
Operation 4.3.2 Machine 527i - needle system 134; 134-35 Pic. 3: Needle inserting/replacing ① ② ③ ⑤ ④ (1) - Needle bar (4) - Scarf (2) - Screw (5) - Screw (3) - Needle Turn the handwheel until the needle bar (1) reaches the upper end position.
Operation Threading the needle thread WARNING Risk of injury from needle and moving parts! Switch off the machine before threading the thread. Pic. 4: Threading the needle thread Fit the thread reel to the reel stand. Threading the thread according to the picture. Operating Instructions 52Xi, 52Xi-75 - 00.0 - 10/2021...
Operation Winding the hook thread Proper setting • Safety spring for bobbin (1) must be in hole (2). • Safety spring for bobbin with increased thread supply (3) must be in hole (4). Pic. 5: Winding the hook thread 1 ①...
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Operation Pic. 6: Winding the hook thread 2 ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑧ (5) - Arrow (8) - Knife (6) - Arrow (9) - Arrow (7) - Winder lever Fit the thread reel to the reel stand. Feed the thread according to the picture and wind 5 times around the bobbin.
Operation Changing the bobbin and thread hook threading WARNING Risk of injury from needle and moving parts! Switch off the machine before changing the bobbin. Pic. 7: Changing the bobbin and thread hook threading ⑧ ⑦ ⑥ ⑤ ① ② ③...
Operation Thread tension Together with the hook thread tension, the needle thread tension influences the final seam pattern. With thin sewing material, ex- cessive thread tension can lead to undesired gathering and thread breakage. Proper setting If the tension of needle thread and hook thread is identical, the thread interlacing lies in the middle of the sewing material.
Operation 4.7.1 Setting the needle thread tension Pic. 9: Setting the needle thread tension ① ② (1) - Auxiliary tensioner (2) - Main tensioner Increasing the tension: Turn the regulating knob clockwise. Reducing the tension: Turn the regulating knob counterclockwise. Setting the auxiliary tensioner (1) Adjust the auxiliary tensioner (1) so that it has as small tension as possible, but high enough so as the thread cannot be pulled out...
Operation 4.7.2 Setting the hook thread tension WARNING Risk of injury from needle and moving parts! Switch off the machine before setting the hook thread tension. Pic. 10: Setting the hook thread tension ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑧ ⑦...
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Operation Setting the tension spring (2) Remove the bobbin case (5) from the machine and insert a full-wound bobbin (4). Do a complete threading according to picture (A). Regulate the spring (2) pressure with a screw (3) so that the thread tension is in balance with the case and bobbin weight.
Operation Foot lifting Pic. 11: Foot lifting ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ (1) - Hand lever (4) - Foot (2) - Knee lever (5) - Throat plate (3) - Pedal Foot lifting with a hand lever: Press on the hand lever (1) to a stop in the arrow direction. ...
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Operation Foot lifting automatic - with solenoid - with pedal: Applies to subclasses with the positioning motor and automatic control. Press the pedal (3) to position -1 ( p. 53). The foot (4) is lifted. Information Automatic foot lifting after trimming can be pre-selected ( p. 53). Press the pedal (3) to the position +1 (...
Operation Setting the foot pressure Regulate the foot pressure by means of screwdriver (1), which is supplied with the machine accessories. Proper setting The foot pressure should be as small as possible, but strong enough so that the feeding is reliable even at a high sewing speed. The sewing material does not slip and is correctly transported.
Operation 4.10 Setting the stitch length The stitch length can be adjusted continuously to 0 - 5 mm. Pic. 13: Stitch length ① ② ③ (1) - Knob (3) - Screw (2) - Number The number (2), which indicating the required stitch length in mm is opposite the screw (3).
Operation 4.11 Backtacking (reverse feed, closing up) Pic. 14: Backtacking ① ② (1) - Hand lever (2) - Micro-switch Backtacking with a hand lever: Applies to manually controlled subclasses. Press the lever (1) downwards. The machine will feed in the reverse direction until you release the lever.
Operation 4.12 Setting of zig-zag stitch width for machines 523i, 524i, 527i and a zig-zag stitch position for machines 523i, 524i VAROVÁNÍ Risk of the needle breaking! At setting the zig-zag stitch width and position the needle must not be inside the sewn material. Pic.
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Operation Setting the zig-zag stitch position Press the arresting lever (3) in the arrow direction until it strikes the lever (2). The arrest of lever (2) and lever (1) is released. Important Make sure that the lever (2) setting does not change at the arrest switching off.
Operation 4.13 Machine control 4.13.1 Pedal control Pic. 16: Pedal control The pedal position is scanned with a proximity switch which dis- tinguishes 16 levels. Pedal Pedal motion Meaning position Heel fully backwards Command tor thread trimming (seam finish) Heel slightly back- Command for foot lifting wards Neutral position...
Operation 4.13.2 Key control panel Pic. 17: Key control panel ① ② (1) - Hand backtacking (2) - Needle position Function Hand backtacking When the key is pressed at sewing, the sewn material is feed backwards. Needle positioning in upper or bottom position By the parameter the key function can be defined: 1 = needle up/down 2 = needle up...
Operation 4.14 Puller WARNING Risk of injury from moving parts! Do not reach under the foot and under the puller feed rollers. The feed length of the Puller can be variously adjusted to the lower feed up to maximum 7 mm with the help of the setting wheel (2). 4.14.1 Control with hand lever Pic.
Operation Puller lowering: Swivel the hand lever (1) in the direction from operating per- sonnel. Puller is lowered into the operating range. Important If the Puller is not needed for a long time, then the feed length should be adjusted to the minimum value with the help of the setting wheel (2), in order not to unnecessarily load the mechanics.
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Operation Pic. 19: Puller 2 ③ (3) - Button - Puller Setting and function • Puller is lowered/raised by pushing the button (3). • If the mode for automatic raising of the Puller is set to option 3 then the following applies: •...
Operation 4.15 Sewing WARNING Risk of injury from the needle if sewing is started unintentionally! Do not press the pedal when you fingers are in the area of the needle tip. Pic. 20: Sewing Initial position: • Pedal in position 0. ...
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Operation Stop sewing: Release the pedal (position 0): Machine stops, needle and presser foot are down. Continue the sewing process: Press the pedal forwards (position 1): Machine continues to sew. At seam end: Press the pedal fully back (position -2) and keep it there: ...
Maintenance Maintenance WARNING Risk of injury from sharp parts! Punctures and cutting possible. Prior to any maintenance work, switch off the machine. WARNING Risk of injury from moving parts! Crushing possible. Prior to any maintenance work, switch off the machine. This chapter describes maintenance work that needs to be carried out on a regular basis to extend the service life of the machine and achieve the desired seam quality.
Maintenance Cleaning WARNING Risk of injury from flying particles! Flying particles can enter the eyes, causing injury. Wear safety goggles. Hold the compressed air gun so that the particles do not fly close to people. Make sure no particles fly into the oil pan. NOTICE Property damage from soiling! Sawing dust and thread residues can impair the operation of...
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Maintenance Pic. 21: Cleaning ① ② ③ ④ (1) - Area around the needle (3) - Hook (2) - Area the throat plate (4) - Knife on the winder Area particularly susceptible to soiling: • Area around the needle (1) •...
Maintenance Lubricating CAUTION Risk of injury from contact with oil! Oil can cause a rash if it comes into contact with skin. Avoid skin contact with oil. If oil has come into contact with your skin, wash the affected areas thoroughly. NOTICE Property damage from incorrect oil! Incorrect oil types can result in damage to the machine.
Maintenance You can order the lubricating oil from our sales offices using the following part numbers: Container Part No. 250 ml 9047 000011 9047 000012 9047 000013 9047 000014 5.2.1 Lubricating the machine head Pic. 22: Lubricating the machine head ①...
Maintenance 5.2.2 Hook lubrication The optimal oil quantity for hook lubrication is specified by the factory. Hold a piece of blotting paper next to the hook and step on the pedal. Proper setting The regulating screw (1) must be tightened so that the clamp (2) lightly grips the hose with lubricating wick (3).
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Maintenance Releasing less oil: turn clockwise (-) Fill oil through the oil filler opening (4) up to the MAX marking (5). Important The released amount of oil does not change until the operating time has run a few minutes. Sew for several minutes before you check the setting again.
Maintenance Parts list A parts list can be ordered from Dürkopp Adler. For more information visit our website: www.minerva-boskovice.cz www.duerkopp-adler.com Operating Instructions 52Xi, 52Xi-75 - 00.0 - 10/2021...
Setup Setup WARNING Risk of injury from cutting parts! Cutting injuries may be sustained while unpacking and setting up the machine. Only qualified specialists may set up the machine. Wear safety gloves. WARNING Risk of injury from moving parts! Cutting injuries may be sustained while unpacking and setting up the machine.
Setup Assembling the stand Pic. 24: Assembling the stand - machine with short arm ① ③ ② (1) - Screw (3) - Cross strut (2) - Pedal Assemble the stand according to the picture. Fit the pedal (2) to the cross strut (3). Its position will be adjusted after the whole machine is complete.
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Setup Pic. 25: Assembling the stand - machine with long arm ① ③ ② (1) - Screw (3) - Cross strut (2) - Pedal Operating Instructions 52Xi, 52Xi-75 - 00.0 - 10/2021...
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Setup Table top Ensure that the table top has sufficient load-bearing capacity and strength. If you want to make your own table top, use the dimen- sions given in the diagram z Appendix ( p. 107), as template. Drawings for completing the table top are also available in the Appendix (...
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Setup Screw the cable canal (7). Mount the electric cables ( p. 86) and fix them to the table top with clamps. 10. Screw the stand frame to the table top - pre-drilled holes. 11. Turn the stand to the normal position. Pic.
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Setup Pic. 28: Completing the table top ⑧ ⑨ ⑫ ⑪ ⑩ (8) - Yarn stand (11) - Support pin (9) - Support blinds (12) - Rubber corners (10) - Rubber hinge bottoms 12. Mount the yarn stand (8) according to the picture, insert it into the hole in the table top and fix it with a nut with washer.
Setup Stand height setting WARNING Risk of crushing from the moving parts! The table top can sink under its own weight when the screws on the stand bars are loosened. Crushing possible. Ensure that your hands are not jammed when loosening the screws.
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Setup Loosen the screws (1). Set the table top to the desired height. To do so, make use of the scale on the stand feet. Important Pull out or push in the table top evenly at both sides to prevent it from jamming.
Setup Setting the pedal and set value sensor Pic. 30: Setting the pedal and set value sensor SWG DAC ⑤ SWG Efka ① ② 10° ④ ③ (1) - Pedal rod (4) - Pedal (2) - Screw (5) - Set value sensor (3) - Cross strut Align the pedal (4) in such a way that the middle of the pedal is in under the needle.
Setup Inserting the machine head WARNING Risk of injury from moving parts! The machine head is very heavy. Crushing possible. Ensure that your hands are not jammed when inserting the machine head. NOTICE Property damage may occur! Cable may sustain damage and impair the operation of the machine.
Setup 6.7.1 Motor integrated on the machine head Pic. 31: Motor integrated on the machine head ① ⑦ ② ⑥ ③ ④ ⑤ (1) - Machine head (5) - Insert (2) - Screw (6) - Belt cover (3) - Screw (7) - Screws (4) - Prop Tilt the machine head (1) slightly and insert it into the slot in...
Setup 6.7.2 Setting of machine blocking switch Pic. 32: Setting of machine blocking switch ① ② (1) - Screws (2) - Groove Set the machine so that, the microswitch must be switched on in the machine working position. Loosen the screws (1), shift the microswitch in groove (2) until the sound of the switch switching (a click) is heard.
Setup Assembling of control panel Pic. 33: Assembling of control panel - machine with short arm ① ② ③ (1) - Control panel (3) - Control panel holder (2) - Screws The illustrated control panel (1) has Efka V810 marking. Also a more comfortable panel V820 can be mounted on the same holder.
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Setup Pic. 34: Assembling the control panel - machine with long arm ① ② ③ (1) - Control panel (3) - Control panel holder (2) - Screws Operating Instructions 52Xi, 52Xi-75 - 00.0 - 10/2021...
Setup Assembling of connecting cable Pic. 35: Assembling of connecting cable ① ② ③ (1) - Connector (3) - Distribution case cover (2) - Connecting cable If the machine is equipped with the positioning motor, the machine head is electrically connected to the motor control box by means of a connecting cable (1).
Setup 6.10 Assembling the knee lever Information Knee lever is standard for Eco machines and optional for Classic machines. Pic. 36: Assembling the knee lever - machine with short arm ① ② ③ (1) - Shaft (3) - Rod (2) - Screw Tilt the head machine.
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Setup Pic. 37: Assembling the knee lever - machine with long arm ① ② ③ (1) - Shaft (3) - Rod (2) - Screw Operating Instructions 52Xi, 52Xi-75 - 00.0 - 10/2021...
Electrical connection Electrical connection DANGER Risk of death from live components! Unprotected contact with electricity can result in serious injuries of death. Only qualified specialists may perform work on electrical equipment. Machine connection to low voltage network Important The voltage on the type plate of the sewing motor must correspond to the mains voltage.
Electrical connection Lighting transformer connection to network voltage DENGER Risk of electric injury! The lighting transformer is not switched-off by the main switch (EN 60 204-31)! At the lighting installation and repair works in the transformer box, e.g. a fuse replacement, the network plug must be disconnected from the network unconditionally.
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Electrical connection Gradually push the terminal openers (5) with a small screw- driver until the terminals (2) and (3) open. 10. Connect the blue wire to the terminal (2) and brown wire to the terminal (3). 11. Screw the front plate back again. 12.
Electrical connection Grounding Pic. 40: Grounding ① ② (1) - Grounding wire (2) - Plug The grounding wire (1) is included in the machine accesso- ries. Connect the wire (1) to the plug (2) and pull its opposite end under the table top. Screw the opposite end of the grounding wire to the respective grounding point of the motor (marked Fasten the wire to the bottom side of the table top with clamp.
Electrical connection Machine head connection to Efka DC1550/ DA321G Pic. 41: Machine head connection to Efka ⑥ ① ⑤ ② ④ ③ (1) - Connector B2 (4) - Connector - control panel (2) - Connector B18 (5) - Connector - set value sensor (3) - Connector - machine head (6) - Connector drive Connect the machine head connecting cable to the...
Electrical connection Machine head connecting to DAC Pic. 42: Machine head connecting to DAC ⑥ ① ⑤ ② ④ ③ (1) - Connector M (4) - Connector - set value sensor (2) - Connector - machine head (5) - Connector - control panel (3) - Connector ID (6) - Connector E Connect the sewing head connection cable into the...
Setting of positioning motor Setting of positioning motor The function of the positioning motor is determined by its program, setting of the motor parameters and the machine stop positions. If the sewing machine is supplied as disassembled, the motor setting must be performed by the purchaser. If the sewing machine is supplied as complete, the motor is already set by the sewing machine manufacturer.
Setting of positioning motor 8.1.1 Parameter values - DC 1550/DA321G The description of parameter entering is in the publication attached by the motor manufacturer “Efka Operating Instructions” or on the website www.efka.net. For machines with gear rate 1:1 and with the toothed belt Parame- Original Parameter description...
Setting of positioning motor 8.1.2 Parameters values - DAC classic The machine class and subclass choice will be optioned in the mean time of the SW installation from the external device “DON- GLE”. The parameter input description you will find in the publication given by the “DAC eco/classic Operating manual”...
Setting of positioning motor 8.2.2 Setting of machine positioning For the machine positioning the proximity switch on the hand wheel is used together with the incremental sensor inside the motor. These sensors permanently measure the angle between the ac- tual position of the upper shaft and its reference position. The reference position is set up according to the accompanying Instructions manual.
Checking the lubrication Checking the lubrication Before starting up the machine must be properly lubricated with oil ( p. 64). 10 Performing a test run When setup is complete, perform a test run to check the function- ality of the machine. WARNING Risk of injury from moving, cutting and sharp parts!
Decommissioning 11 Decommissioning WARNING Risk of injury from a lack of care! Serious injuries may occur. ONLY clean the machine when it is switched off. Allow ONLY trained personnel to disconnect the machine. CAUTION Risk of injury from contact with oil! Oil can cause a rash if it comes into contact with skin.
Disposal 12 Disposal CAUTION Risk of environmental damage from improper disposal! Improper disposal of the machine can result in serious environmental damage. ALWAYS comply with the national regulations regarding disposal. The machine must not be disposed of in the normal household waste.
Troubleshooting 13.2 Errors in the sewing process Error Possible causes Remedial action Unthreading at Needle thread tension is Check needle thread ten- seam begin- too firm sion ning Thread break- Needle thread and hook Check the threading path thread have not been threaded correctly Needle is bent or sharp- Replace the needle...
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Troubleshooting Error Possible causes Remedial action Loose stitches Thread tensions are not Check the thread tensions adjusted to the sewing material, the sewing mate- rial thickness or the thread used Needle thread and hook Check the threading path thread have not been threaded correctly Needle break- Needle strength is unsuita-...
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Technical parameters Stitch type double thread zig-zag lockstitch Stitch length maximum 5 mm Foot lifting with hand lever 5.5 mm Foot lifting with knee lever or solenoid 12 mm Needle system 134; 134-35; 134-35 LR Manually controlled subclass DC motor - positioning motor without further functions Solenoid controlled subclass DC motor (AC servo) - positioning...