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5483

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

This instruction manual applies to machines
from the following serial numbers onwards:
# 2 492 189
296-12-18 993/002
Betriebsanleitung engl. 07 .11

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    5483 INSTRUCTION MANUAL This instruction manual applies to machines from the following serial numbers onwards: # 2 492 189 296-12-18 993/002 Betriebsanleitung engl. 07 .11...
  • Page 2 As an alternative to the internet download the adjustment manual can also be ordered in book form under part no. 296-12-18 994/002. The reprinting, copying or translation of PFAFF Instruction Manuals, whether in whole or in part, is only permitted with our previous authorization and with written reference to the source.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Technical staff ........................7 Danger warnings ........................8 Proper use..........................9 Specifi cations ........................10 PFAFF 5483-814/01; 5483 H-814/01 ..................10 Models and work aids ......................11 Disposal of Machine ......................12 Transportation, packing and storage ................13 Transportation to customer‘s premises ................13 Transportation inside the customer‘s premises ..............
  • Page 4 Index Contents ..................Page .01.03 Tightening the V-belt ......................20 .01.04 Mounting the bottom V-belt guard ..................21 .01.05 Fitting the upper belt guard ....................21 Fitting the synchronizer .01.06 ....................22 .01.07 Fitting the reel stand ......................22 Connecting the plug-in connections and earth cables ............23 Commissioning ........................
  • Page 5: Safety

    Safety Safety Regulations This machine is constructed in accordance with the European regulations indicated in the conformity and manufacturer‘s declarations. In addition to this instruction manual, please also observe all generally accepted, statutory and other legal requirements, including those of the user‘s country, and the applicable pol-lu- tion control regulations! The valid regulations of the regional social insurance society for occupational accidents or other supervisory authorities are to be strictly adhered to!
  • Page 6: Safety Symbols

    ● The user must ensure that none of the safety devices are removed nor put out of work- ing order. ● The user must ensure that only authorized persons operate and work on the machine. For further information please refer to your PFAFF agency.
  • Page 7: Notes For Operating And Technical Staff

    Safety Notes for operating and technical staff Operating staff .05.01 Operating staff are the persons responsible for setting up, operating and cleaning the mach- ine and for removing any disturbances in the sewing area. The operating staff are obliged to observe the following points, and must: ●...
  • Page 8: Danger Warnings

    Safety Danger warnings A working area of 1 m must be kept free both in front of and behind the machine, so that easy access is possible at all times. Never put your hands in the sewing area during sewing! Danger 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 slung out of the machine!
  • Page 9: Proper Use

    Proper use Proper use The PFAFF 5483 is an ultra-high-speed chainstitch sewing machine with drop feed for production of chainstitch seams. The machine is intended for commercial (industrial) use. Any use of these machines which is not approved by the manufacturer shall be...
  • Page 10: Specifi Cations

    Max.thread size (synthetic): ..................... 40/3 Max. sewing speeds: 5483-814/01 in models A and B: ................6,000 min 5483 H-814/01 in models A and B: ................4,800 min Dimensions of the machine: Length: ......................approx. 580 mm Breadth: ......................approx. 177 mm Height (above table): ..................
  • Page 11: Models And Work Aids

    Specifi cations Models and work aids Model A: ..................For sewing light materials Model B: ................For sewing medium materials Possible work aids: Subclass -900/71 ..................Thread trimmer Subclass -910/...................Automatic foot lift Subclass -911/..................Backtacking system Subclass -917/................Stitch condensation system Subclass -918/14..
  • Page 12: Disposal Of Machine

    Disposal of Machine 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 materials. The electrical equipment comprises plastic materials and copper. ●...
  • Page 13: Transportation, Packing And Storage

    Transportation, packing and storage Transportation, packing and storage Transportation to customer‘s premises The machines are delivered completely packed. Transportation inside the customer‘s premises The manufacturer cannot be made liable for transportation inside the customer‘s premises nor to other operating locations. It must be ensured that the machines are only transported in an upright position.
  • Page 14: Explanation Of Symbols

    Explanation of symbols Explanation of symbols In this instruction manual, work to be carried out or important information is accentuated by symbols. These symbols have the following meanings: Note, information Cleaning, care Lubrication Maintenance, repairs, adjustment, service work (only to be carried out by technical staff)
  • Page 15: Controls

    Controls Controls Main switch ● The machine is switched on or off by turning main switch 1. Fig. 7 - 01 Pedal ● With the on/off switch on 0 = Machine stop +1 = sewing, up to maximum speed -1 = Raise presser foot -2 = Raise puller roller (on machines with -948/26) -3 = Trim thread...
  • Page 16: Keys On The Machine Head

    Controls Keys on the machine head ● As long as key 1 is pressed during sewing, the machine sews in reverse. ● Keys 2 can be used for parameter set- tings (see parameter 748 and 446 in the instruction manual for the motor). Fig.
  • Page 17: Thread Tension Release Lever

    Controls Thread tension release lever ● To release the thread tension push lever 1 downwards. Fig. 7 - 05 Reverse feed lever ● To sew condensed stitches, press lever 1 down. Fig. 7 - 05...
  • Page 18: Feed Regulator Lever

    Controls Feed regulator lever ● To set the stitch length, press lever 1 a little to the right and move it to the re- quired stitch length. Fig. 7 - 07 Control panel The description can be found in the separate instruction manual for the motor. Puller (-948/26) The description can be found in the separate instruction manual for the Puller.
  • Page 19: Installation And Commissioning

    Installation and commissioning Installation and commissioning The machine must only be mounted and commissioned by qualifi ed personnel! All relevant safety regulations are to be observed! If the machine is delivered without a table, it must be ensured that the frame and the table top which you intend to use can hold the weight of the machine and the motor.
  • Page 20: Assembling The Motor P40 Ed

    Installation and commissioning Assembling the motor P40 ED .01.02 Fig. 8 - 02 ● Assemble motor mounting 1, motor 2, belt guard support 3 and belt pulley 4 as shown in Fig. 8-02. Tightening the V-belt .01.03 ● Fit the V-belt. ●...
  • Page 21: Mounting The Bottom V-Belt Guard

    Installation and commissioning Mounting the bottom V-belt guard .01.04 Fig. 8 - 04 ● Loosen screws 2 and adjust belt guard support 1 so that the motor pulley and V-belt run freely. ● Tighten screws 2. ● Fasten belt guard 3 with screw 4. Fitting the upper belt guard .01.05 ●...
  • Page 22: Fitting The Synchronizer

    Installation and commissioning Fitting the synchronizer .01.06 ● Screw on stop 1 with screws 2. ● Place synchronizer 3 on the shaft so that stop 1 is in the slot of synchronizer 3, see arrow. ● Tighten screws 4. ● Insert the synchronizer plug into the ad- apter (see Chapter 8.02 Connecting the plug-in connections and earth cables).
  • Page 23: Connecting The Plug-In Connections And Earth Cables

    Installation and commissioning Connecting the plug-in connections and earth cables Fig. 8 - 08 ● Connect all plugs as labelled to the control box . ● Screw the earth cable from the sewing head and the main switch to earth point A. ●...
  • Page 24: Commissioning

    Installation and commissioning Commissioning Before setting up, remove the protective foil from oil glass 1! ● Check the machine, particularly its elec- trical wiring and pneumatic tube connec- tions, for any damage. ● Clean the machine thoroughly and oil it (see chapter 10 Care and maintenance).
  • Page 25: Basic Position Of The Machine Drive Unit P40Ed

    Installation and commissioning Basic position of the machine drive unit P40ED ● Switch on the machine. ● Press the TE/speed key twice to select the input mode. ● Select parameter "798" by pressing the corresponding +/- key, and select service level C, see Chapter Selecting the user level in the instruction manual for the control panel.
  • Page 26: Setting Up

    Setting up Setting up All instructions and regulations in this instruction manual must be observed. Special attention must be given to all safety regulations! All setting-up work must only be done by personnel with the necessary training. For all setting-up work the machine must be isolated from its power supply by turning off the main switch or removing the machine plug from the electric po- wer socket! Inserting the needle...
  • Page 27: Threading The Needle Thread And Regulating Its Tension (On Single-Needle Machines)

    Setting up Threading the needle thread and regulating its tension (on single-needle machines) 5483 with -911/.. ca. 7 cm Fig.9 - 02 Switch off the machine! Danger of injury due to unintentional starting of the machine! ● Thread the needle thread as shown in Fig. 9-02.
  • Page 28: Threading The Needle Thread And Regulating Its Tension (On Two-Needle Machines)

    Setting up Threading the needle thread and regulating its tension (on two-needle machines) ca. 7 cm Fig.9 - 03 Switch off the machine! Danger of injury due to unintentional starting of the machine! ● Thread the needle thread as shown in Fig. 9-03. ●...
  • Page 29: Threading The Looper Thread And Regulating Its Tension (On Single-Needle Machines)

    Setting up Threading the looper thread and regulating its tension (on single-needle machines) Fig. 9 - 04a Fig. 9 - 04 Switch off the machine! Danger of injury due to unintentional starting of the machine! ● Open the looper cover and swing out thread guide plate 1. ●...
  • Page 30: Threading The Looper Thread And Regulating Its Tension (On Two-Needle Machines)

    Setting up Threading the looper thread and regulating its tension (on two-needle machines) Fig. 9 - 05a Fig. 9 - 05 Switch off the machine! Danger of injury due to unintentional starting of the machine! ● Open the looper cover and swing out thread guide plate 1. ●...
  • Page 31: Care And Maintenance

    Care and maintenance Care and maintenance Servicing and maintenance intervals Clean the looper compartment ..... daily, several times if in continuous operation Clean the entire machine ..................once a week Machine oil level...................daily before use Control/adjust air pressure .................. as required Clean air fi...
  • Page 32: Lubricating

    ● If required, fi ll oil into the tank through hole 1. Only use oil with a medium viscosity of 22.0 mm²/s at 40° C and a density of 0.865 g/cm³ at 15°C! We recommend PFAFF sewing-machine oil, part No. 280-1-120 144. Fig. 10 - 03...
  • Page 33: Checking/Regulating The Air Pressure

    Care and maintenance Checking/regulating the air pressure ● Check the air pressure on gauge 1 every time before operation. ● Gauge 1 must show a pressure of 6 bar. ● Regulate this pressure if required. ● To do so, pull knob 2 up and turn it accor- dingly.
  • Page 34 PFAFF Industriesysteme und Maschinen AG Hans-Geiger-Str. 12 - IG Nord D-67661 Kaiserslautern Telefon: +49 - 6301 3205 - 0 Telefax: +49 - 6301 3205 - 1386 E-mail: info@pfaff-industrial.com Gedruckt in der BRD / Printed in Germany / Imprimé en la R.F.A. / Impreso en la R.F.A...

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