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DURKOPP ADLER 884 Instruction Manual

DURKOPP ADLER 884 Instruction Manual

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Postfach 17 03 51, D-33703 Bielefeld • Potsdamer Straße 190, D-33719 Bielefeld
Telefon +49 (0) 521 / 9 25-00
Ausgabe / Edition:
Änderungsindex
10/2012
Rev. index: 01.0
Special Sewing Machine
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Telefax +49 (0) 521 / 9 25 24 35 • www.duerkopp-adler.com
Printed in Federal Republic of Germany
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Instruction manual

Teile-Nr./Part.-No.:
0791 884751

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Special Sewing Machine Instruction manual Postfach 17 03 51, D-33703 Bielefeld • Potsdamer Straße 190, D-33719 Bielefeld Telefon +49 (0) 521 / 9 25-00 • Telefax +49 (0) 521 / 9 25 24 35 • www.duerkopp-adler.com Ausgabe / Edition: Änderungsindex Teile-Nr./Part.-No.: 10/2012 Rev.
  • Page 2 All rights reserved. Property of Dürkopp Adler AG and copyrighted. Reproduction or publication of the content in any manner, even in extracts, without prior written permission of Dürkopp Adler AG, is prohibited. Dürkopp Adler AG - 2012 Copyright ©...
  • Page 3 Foreword This instruction manual is intended to help the user to become familiar with the machine and take advantage of its application possibilities in accordance with the recommendations. The instruction manual contains important information on how to operate the machine securely, properly and economically. Observation of the instructions eliminates danger, reduces costs for repair and down-times, and increases the reliability and life of the machine.

  • Page 4: General Safety Instructions

    General safety instructions The non-observance of the following safety instructions can cause bodily injuries or damages to the machine. 1. The machine must only be commissioned in full knowledge of the instruction book and operated by persons with appropriate training. 2.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Introduction and safety instructions Part 1: Operating Instructions Class 884 – Original Instructions (Edition 10/2012) Product description ......... . .
  • Page 6 Contents Page Maintenance Cleaning and checking ......... . Lubrication .

  • Page 7: Product Description

    Product description The Dürkopp Adler 884 is a special single needle sewing machine with narrow post bed for universal use. · It is a double lockstitch post bed sewing machine . · It has a two step feed. A lower wheel feeder and a driven roller presser feed in two steps, a needle feed feeds in the first step only.
  • Page 8 Notes:...

  • Page 9: Subclasses

    Subclasses 884-150050 Single-needle double lockstitch post bed sewing machine with wheel feed, needle feed with driven roller foot and standard hook. 884-150152 Single-needle double lockstitch post bed sewing machine with wheel feed, needle feed with driven roller foot and standard hook, electro-magnetic thread cutter, electro-magnetic seam bartacking and sewing foot lifting.

  • Page 10: Optional Equipment

    Optional equipment The following optional equipments are available for the class 884 : Order No. Optional equipment Subclasses 9880 888101 Integrated sewing light with 2 LED, including dimmer transformer 9880 888100 Diode sewing light 3W 0888 320254 Variator for a continuous regulation of the difference between the...

  • Page 11: Technical Data

    Technical data Noise: Workplace-related emission value in accordance with DIN EN ISO 10821. 884-150050 LC = _dB (A) Stitch length: _ mm Sewing foot stroke: mm Speed: ____ min Material: 884-150152 LC = _dB (A) Stitch length: _ mm Sewing foot stroke: mm...

  • Page 12: Technical Data Subclasses

    Technical data subclasses Subclasses Type of stitch Lock stitch 301 Hook type Number of needles Needle system Needle size (depending on E-No.) [Nm] Max. thread thickness [Nm] 30/3 Stitch length [mm] Forwards Backwards Max. Speed [min 3,000 Number of stitches with factory setting [min 2,500...

  • Page 13: Operation

    Operation Threading the needle thread Caution! Risk of injury! Turn off the main switch. The needle thread may only be threaded with the sewing machine switched off. – Thread the machine according to picture.

  • Page 14: Winding The Hook Thread

    Winding the hook thread – Thread the thread according to the picture. – Insert the thread under the knife 1 and tear off by pulling in the arrow direction 2. – Fix the bobbin and press the lever 3 in the direction 4. –...

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Thread Tension

    Adjusting the thread tension 6.4.1 Adjusting the hook thread tension Caution! Risk of injury! Turn off the main switch. The hook thread tension may only be adjusted with the machine switched off. – Adjust the hook thread tension via the screw 1. Increase the tension by tightening the screw.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Needle Thread Tension

    6.4.2 Adjusting the needle thread tension Adjusting the pre-tensioner 1 – Adjust the supplementary tensioner 1 so that it has the lowest tension possible, but so high that, when taking out the sewn material after the preceding trimming (when the tensioners 2 and 3 are switched off), the thread is not pulled out of the tensioner 1.
  • Page 17 Correct thread interlacing in the center of the material Needle-thread tension too weak hook-thread tension too strong Needle-thread tension too strong hook-thread tension too weak...
  • Page 18 Switching on/off the thread tensioner ECO and CLASSIC machines with electro-magnetic control – When pulling the hand lever 1 towards the operator, the tensioners 3 and 4 are switched off. – Tensioner 2 is never switched off. Manually controlled machines (without the thread trimming) –...

  • Page 19: Adjusting The Thread Regulator

    Adjusting the thread regulator 1 2 3 4 The thread regulator 2 controls the quantity of needle thread required for stitch formation. The thread regulator must be precisely adjusted for an optimum result. – Loosen the screw 1, shift the thread regulator 2, and tighten the screw 1.
  • Page 20 Needle change in a single needle machine with the hook to the right of the needle Caution! Risk of injury! Replace the needle with the main switch switched off and the motor stopped. – Draw the lever 1 in your direction to loosen the screw fixing the needle.

  • Page 21: Lifting And Folding The Roller Presser

    Lifting and folding the roller presser Lifting the roller presser with a hand lever – Lift the roller presser by the lever turning 1 in the arrow direction to the stop (the roller presser remains lifted, the lever 1 remains tilted).

  • Page 22: Sewing-Foot Pressure

    Roller presser folding Caution! Risk of injury! Roller presser folding to be done at main switch off and standing motor. – Lift the roller presser with the hand lever. – Lift the roller presser by pressing in the signed direction. Sewing-foot pressure –...

  • Page 23: Sewing Backward (Feeding Backward; Backtacking)

    6.10 Sewing backward (feeding backward; backtacking) Backtacking with a lever – Push the stitch regulator lever 1 downward. The machine sews backward stitches as long as the stitch regulator lever 1 is being pushed. Backtacking with a key – Press the key 2. The machine sews backward stitches as long as the key 2 is being pressed.

  • Page 24: Setting The Stitch Length

    6.11 Setting the stitch length – Turn the button 1 so that the number 2 indicating the required stitch length in mm corresponds to the mark 3.

  • Page 25: Starting The Manually Controlled Machine With The Clutch Motor

    6.12 Starting up the manually controlled machine with a clutch motor – Switch on the motor 1 using the switch 2. – Tread the pedal 3. The motor friction clutch is activated and the sewing machine starts running. – The sewing speed is determined through the pedal 3. –...

  • Page 26: 6.13.1 Using The Pedal

    6.13 Controlling the machine equipped with a positioning motor 6.13.1 Using the pedal The pedal position is scanned by a sensor distinguishing 16 levels. The meaning is given in the table: Pedal position Pedal motion Meaning Over heel fully backwards Command for thread trimming (seam finishing) Over heel slightly backwards Command for foot lifting...

  • Page 27: 6.13.2 Using The Key

    6.13.2 Using the key Function Manual sewing backward The machine sews backward stitches as long as the key is being pushed. Needle positioning to the upper or lower position By parameter F-242 (Efka DC1550 DA321G) the following key functions can be defined: 1 = needle up/down 2 = needle up 3 = one stitch...

  • Page 28: 6.14 Material Guide

    6.14 Material guide 6.14.1 Material guide switch on/off Switch on – Put the guide in a working position by pushing the lever 2 upwards or by pulling the guide 3 downwards. Switch off – Shift the ball 4 upwards and to the left. The guide element 5 lifts in a setting position.
  • Page 29 6.14.2 Material guide adjustment – Adjust the guide element 1 height with a bolt 2. The guide element is lifted, when tightening the bolt, and vice versa. If the bolt 2 strikes the end of the adjustment range, the latter can be widened by the bolt 3, loosening the plate 4 shifting to a different position and its repeated fixing.

  • Page 30: Positioning Drive Efka Dc1550/Da321G

    Positioning drive Efka DC1550/DA321G DA321G control contains all necessary operating elements to switch the functions over and to set the parameters. The operation is possible without the control panel, it is not possible only to program the sewing. It is possible to connect the control panel V810 and V820, which are available as an attachment.

  • Page 31: Machine Automatic Function

    Sewing with machine with positioning motor (drive) Machine automatic functions The machine has the below functions which are automatically performed during the seam sewing depending on: – Pre-selection – Pedal position (according to the machine operator´ s selection) – Working phase of seam sewing Automatic function Pre-selection Needle positioning...

  • Page 32: Example Of Machine Operation At Sewing

    Automatic function codes are described in the attached drive manufacturer´ s Instruction Leaflet. The drive manufacturer’s operating instructions for Efka DA321G drive is available on website www.efka.net. Some automatic functions can be preset by means of push buttons. Their description is included in the booklet “Efka operating instructions".

  • Page 33: Maintenance

    Maintenance Cleaning and checking Caution! Risk of injury! Turn off the main switch. Maintenance may only be carried out with the machine switched off! Caution! Maintenance work must be carried out no less frequently than at the intervals given in the tables (see ”operating hours” column). Maintenance work Explanation Operating...
  • Page 34 Maintenance work Explanation Operating to be carried out hours - Clean the oil sump Clean the oil sump 1 of dirt and contaminated oil (you may use a special vacuum cleaner). - Clean fan grille Remove lint and pieces of thread from air-intake openings 2 and 3 (e.g.
  • Page 35 Lubrication Caution! Risk of injury! Oil can cause skin eruptions. Avoid protracted contact with the skin. In the event of contact, thoroughly wash the affected area. Caution! The handling and disposal of mineral oils is subject to legal regulation. Deliver used oil to an authorised collection point. Protect your environment.
  • Page 36 Repair When the machine is damaged or parts are worn please contact: DÜRKOPP ADLER AG Potsdamer Str. 190 D-33719 Bielefeld Phone: +49 (0) 180 5 383 756 Fax: +49 (0) 521 925 2594 E-mail: service@duerkopp-adler.com Internet: www.duerkopp-adler.com...
  • Page 37 6.1.3 Values of parameters specific for this class 884 ......Setting of machine positioning ........

  • Page 39: Scope Of Delivery

    Scope of delivery The purchaser can order a complete machine, or some components only. Prior to setting up, please check that all the required parts are present. This description refers to a special sewing machine, of which all individual components can completely be delivered by Dürkopp Adler AG.

  • Page 40: Transport Packing Of Assembled Machine

    Transport packing of assembled machine If the machine is supplied in assembled condition, the following transport packing must be removed: – Safety straps and wooden battens on the machine head and stand. – Safety blocks and straps on the sewing drive. Assembling the stand Assembling the stand components –...

  • Page 41: Assembling The Table Top

    Assembling the table top 3.2.1 Assembling the table top in the machine with the motor on the table top – Turn the table top 1 upside down. – Screw the drawer 2. – Put the oil sump 3 on the recess in the table top. Slide it in the arrow direction 4 till the relevant protrusions of the oil sump are seated on the recess contour.

  • Page 42: Assembling The Table Top With The Motor On The Machine Head (Direct Drive)

    3.2.2 Assembling the table top with the motor on the machine head (direct drive) – Turn the table top 1 upside down. – Screw the electric cable channel 2. – Screw the pedal position sensor 3. – Screw the electric cable clip 4. –...

  • Page 43: Setting The Working Height

    Setting the working height – The stand height is adjustable between 750 and 900 mm. – Loosen the screws 1. – Set the required table top height and make sure that it is identical on both sides. To do that, use the scale on the stand feet. Set the stand height so that it corresponds with the operator´...

  • Page 44: Assembling The Machine Head

    Assembling the machine head Insertion of machine head in the stand – If the sewing machine is equipped with a motor on the table top, insert the machine head 1 vertically in the recess in the table top. – If the sewing machine is equipped with a motor (drive) on the machine head, tilt the machine head 2 and insert it in the table top recess.

  • Page 45: Fitting The Machine Head Drive With A V-Belt

    Fitting the machine head drive with a V-belt This paragraph applies only to the machines with the motor on the table top. – Mount the V-belt pulley 1 and the V-belt 2. Both items are included in the accessories. – Loosen the screws 3 and stretch the belt.

  • Page 46: Fitting The Belt Guards

    Fitting the belt guards – Disassembly the hand wheel 1. – In the machines with the motor on the table top mount the guard 2 on the machine head (the guard is included in of the motor part set) and mount the guard 3 on the motor (the guard is included in the motor package).

  • Page 47: Adjustment Of Pedal Position

    Adjustment of pedal position – Adjust the side position of the pedal 1 so that its center lies on the needle axis. – Adjust the draw rod 2 so that the foot axis is perpendicular to the pedal surface. Caution! Risk of injury! Failure to keep the determined pedal position can cause damage to the operator’s locomotion system.

  • Page 48: Fitting The Knee Lever And Oil Pump Pipe

    Fitting the knee lever and oil pump pipe – Lift the sewing foot with the hand lever. – Tilt the machine head 1. – Slide the shaft 3 in the lever 4. – Screw the screw 5 with the washer 6 in the shaft 3. –...

  • Page 49: Fitting The Proximity Switch

    Fitting the proximity switch – The proximity switch 1 is mounted to certain positioning motors (drives) only. In that case it is part of the drive supply. – Slide the proximity switch 1 in the arrow 2 direction on the hand wheel shaft so that the carrier pin 3 fits in the proximity switch groove.

  • Page 50: Fitting The Connecting Cable, Control Panel And Sewing Diode Lamp On The Machine Head

    Fitting the connecting cable, control panel and sewing diode lamp on the machine head – The connecting cable 1 is supplied with every machine with the positioning motor (drive). – The control panel 2 had to be ordered separately (optional equipment).

  • Page 51: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection The machine drive is supplied from the low voltage network. Caution! All work on the electrical equipment of this special sewing machine may only be carried out by qualified electricians or other appropriately trained persons. The mains plug must be removed.! Electric connection of machine to low voltage network According to the selected type the machine drive has a one-phase or three-phase supply.
  • Page 52 5.1.1 Sewing lamp transformer connection to network voltage Danger! Hazardous Voltage! The sewing-light transformer is directly connected to the mains. It is therefore live even when the main switch is switched off. The mains plug must be removed before carrying out any work on the sewing-light transformer, e.g.

  • Page 53: Grounding

    Grounding – The grounding conductor 1 is included in the accessory package of the machine head. – Connect the conductor 1 to the plug 2 and pull its opposite end under the table top. – Screw the opposite end of the grounding conductor to the relevant grounding point of the drive (indicated –...

  • Page 54: Connection Of Head To Efka Dc1550/Da321G Drive

    Connection of the head to EFKA DC1550/DA321G drive Efka DC1550/DA321G direct drive is fixed directly on the machine head. The motor synchronizer is incorporated in the motor body and it is not located on the hand wheel (this applies, however, only for the 1:1 gear reducion motor –...

  • Page 55: Adjustment Of Efka Positioning Motor (Drive)

    6.1.2 Setting of Efka drive parameters specific for class 884 Caution! Change of the parameter value must be performed with consideration and in a responsible way. A false setting of the control may cause the...

  • Page 56: Values Of Parameters Specific For This Class 884

    6.1.3 Values of parameters specific for this class 884 Parameter change for machines with gear rate of 28/28 teeth Parameter Original value New value Parameter description 290* Class of the machine Max. sewing speed Reference position (see 6.2.2) Parameter change for machines with gear rate 18/28 teeth...

  • Page 57: Checking Of Set Positions

    6.2.3 Checking of set positions Position 1 – Switch on the network switch. – Tread the pedal forwards shortly and release. The machine is stopped in the position 1 (see 6.2.1). – Check the angle on the hand wheel scale (225° ± 5°). Position 2 –...

  • Page 58: Lubrication

    Lubrication Before start, the machine must be lubricated properly (all wicks and felts are saturated with oil prior to delivery, please check the oil level prior starting). Caution: danger of injury ! Oil can cause skin eruptions. Avoid protracted contact with the skin. In the event of contact, thoroughly wash the affected area.

  • Page 59: Sewing Test

    Sewing test This test can be carried out only after the machine is set completely. – Thread in the bobbin-winder thread. (see operating instructions). – Turn on the main switch. – Lock the sewing foot in the lifted position (see operating instructions).
  • Page 60 Notes:...
  • Page 61 Änderung der technischen Dokumentation Modification of the technical documentation Modification de la documentation tecnique Modificación de la documentación técnica Modificazione della documentazione tecnica Die vorliegende Anleitung hat sich nach Drucklegung geändert. Bitte tauschen Sie die beiliegenden Seiten in Ihrer Landessprache aus. The present instructions have changed since their last print out.
  • Page 63 Additional ,nstructions Machines with ,ntegrated 0otor...

  • Page 65: About This Manual

    About this manual 1 About this manual These additional instructions are supplementary to the manual of class 887 machines. They describe operation and functioning measures of machines with integrated motor that differ from ma- chines without integrated motor. The additional instructions do not constitute a self-contained doc- ument, but are only valid in combination with the respective in- struction manual.
  • Page 66 ECO-machines 3 ECO-machines 3.1 Operation Fig. 1: Switching ECO-machines on and off (1) - LEDs indicating the status (2) - Main switch for the power supply ECO-machines with integrated motor are switched on and off via the main switch (5) on the machine post. Switching the machine on 1.
  • Page 67 ECO-machines Fig. 2: Operator settings with ECO-machines (1) - Potentiometer P1 to decrease the speed (2) - Button S1 for the needle's stopping position (3) - Button S2 for the softstart Setting the maximum speed 1. Turn the potentiometer P1 (1). •...
  • Page 68 CLASSIC-machines 4 CLASSIC-machines 4.1 Operation Fig. 3: Switching CLASSIC-machines on and off Operating panel on the Control beneath the table machine post (1) - LEDs indicating the status (2) - Button for the sewing light (3) - Main switch for power supply (4) - Control light CLASSIC-machines are switched on and off at the control under- neath the table top (...
  • Page 69 CLASSIC-machines Fig. 4: Switching the sewing light on and setting the light intensity (1) - Potentiometer P1 for an infinitely variable setting of intensity (2) - Button S1 for the single-diode sewing light (3) - Button S2 for the integrated sewing light Switching the sewing lights on and off 1.
  • Page 70 CLASSIC-machines . Sewing light connection DANGER Risk of death due to electric shock The sewing light control is directly connected to the mains supply and is live even when the main switch is switched off. Therefore it is essential to pull out the mains plug, before you connect the sewing light.
  • Page 72 DÜRKOPP ADLER AG Potsdamer Str. 190 33719 Bielefeld Germany Phone +49 (0) 521 925 00 E-Mail: service@duerkopp-adler.com www.duerkopp-adler.com...

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