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AMF S-311 Parts And Service Manual

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S-311
MODEL
ELECTRONIC EYELET BUTTONHOLE
MACHINE
PARTS AND SERVICE MANUAL
MACHINE SERIAL No:
97.1930.0.002
PART NUMBER
This manual is valid from the machine serial No.: N 190801
(version ACL: No. : N 190791)
AMF is trademark of AMF Group, Inc.
01 / 2014

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  • Page 1 ELECTRONIC EYELET BUTTONHOLE MACHINE PARTS AND SERVICE MANUAL MACHINE SERIAL No: 97.1930.0.002 PART NUMBER This manual is valid from the machine serial No.: N 190801 (version ACL: No. : N 190791) AMF is trademark of AMF Group, Inc. 01 / 2014...
  • Page 3 ELECTRONIC EYELET BUTTONHOLE MACHINE PARTS AND SERVICE MANUAL MACHINE SERIAL No: 97.1930.0.002 PART NUMBER This manual is valid from the machine serial No.: N 190801 (version ACL: No. : N 190791) AMF is trademark of AMF Group, Inc. 01 / 2014...
  • Page 7 However, the satisfaction and goodwill of our customers are of pri- mary concern to AMF Reece, Inc. In the event that a warranty matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please contact AMF Reece office:...

  • Page 9: Warranty Registration Card

    Warranty Registration Card (Please Fax or Mail immediately after installation) Note: All Warranty Claims Void, unless Registration Card on file at AMF Reece HQ Machine model number: (S101, S100, S104, S105, S311, Decostitch, S4000, EBS Mark II, etc) Manufacturer‘s serial or production number: Installation Site Information: Customer‘s Name:...

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    1. Basic information........................1-1 2. Safety labels and device......................1-2 3. General machine parts descriptions..................1-3 4. Specification.........................1-4 5. Buttonhole description......................1-6 6. Instructions for operator safety and maintenance of the machine S-311......1-7 7. Special device........................1-9 7.1.Working light........................1-9 7.2.Manual machine control.....................1-9 7.3.Ruler ..........................1-9 7.4.Voltage guard - relay HRN 35.....................1-9 7.5.Thread nipper ........................1-9...
  • Page 12 S-311 TABLE OF CONTENTS 7. Spreading of a material......................1-47 8. Adjustment of the cutting mechanism................1-48 9. Setting the needle bar height.....................1-51 10. Spreader and looper cam adjustment................1-52 11. Loopers adjustment......................1-52 12. Spreaders adjustment......................1-53 13. Adjustment of the bite mechanism...................1-54 14. Upper thread trimming mechanism - AF/LTT..............1-55 15.

  • Page 13: A - Introduction

    A - INTRODUCTION 1. BASIC INFORMATION Sewing machine S-311 is determined to sew buttonholes for outwears. Buttonholes type are listed on page no. 1-6. The sewing machine S-311 is designed and produced to be simple for operation and very reliable. Important design goals have been made to provide a safe machine that is simple and inexpensive to maintain.

  • Page 14: Safety Labels And Device

    S-311 A - INTRODUCTION 2. SAFETY LABELS AND DEVICE Ë Ë Ð Í Î Warning Needle bar cover Danger possible injury Eye guard Covers removed possible injury Drive belt cover Switch Air pressure adjustment knob Grounding Rear cover Rotational direction...

  • Page 15: General Machine Parts Descriptions

    S-311 A - INTRODUCTION 3. GENERAL MACHINE PARTS DESCRIPTIONS - S 3 1 D IS Display Table Control box Hand wheel Emergency Stop button Motor Table top Thread stand Main power switch Cutting activation button Air pressure regulator Released:01/2014 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; webside: amfreece.com...

  • Page 16: Specification

    S-311 A - INTRODUCTION 4. SPECIFICATION S-311 Elektronic buttonhole machine with chain stitch is possible to use for men`s and women`s wear. Possible to use gimp thread, not in round eye. Machine type/model CT 22 - 32mm CT 14 - 24 mm...
  • Page 17 S-311 A - INTRODUCTION Machine type/model CT 14 - 32 mm Sewing speed 1000 to 2000 stitches/min (500 to 1000 rev/min of the drive shaft) The length 14 to 32 mm 10 to 36 mm of hole Stitch Density 0,5 to 2,0 mm (increments of 0,1 mm)

  • Page 18: Buttonhole Description

    S-311 A - INTRODUCTION 5. BUTTONHOLE DESCRIPTION The first row of stitches The length of buttonhole The second row of stitches Fly bar AF Cross bar CRB Cutting space Open End Stitch density Round End Bite size Buttonhole width The length of a bar...

  • Page 19: Instructions For Operator Safety And Maintenance Of The Machine S-311

    S-311 A - INTRODUCTION 6. INSTRUCTIONS FOR OPERATOR SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE OF THE MACHINE S-311 When installing the machine the manufacturer recommends the minimum clearance mentioned above around the machine. Read all of the instructions that follow. DO NOT PUT THE MACHINE INTO OPERATION UNTIL YOU ARE COMPLETELY FAMILIAR WITH ALL INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
  • Page 20 S-311 A - INTRODUCTION - When this machine is used incorrectly, or is incorrectly maintained, it can be dangerous. - Everyone who uses this machine, or maintains this machine, must be completely familiar with this manual. CAUTION! - Perform all regular service as described in this manual.

  • Page 21: Special Device

    S-311 A - INTRODUCTION 7. SPECIAL DEVICE 7.1. Working light - order number 12.0008.4.875 7.2. Manual machine control - order number 03.5519.0.007 - allows to change the foot machine control for manual by switch installation on the table and changing the cables 7.3.

  • Page 22: B - Machine Assembly

    S-311 B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY 1. CONTENT OF THE SHIPPING BOX 1.1. If it is not mentioned otherwise during ordering, the shipping container usually contains: — assembled machine on the stand with electroinstalation — b ox with the accessories ( specification in the spare parts section) —...
  • Page 23 S-311 B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY Ì Ë Í Ì Ë 1-11 Released:01/2014 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; webside: amfreece.com Phone: +420 582 309 146; Fax: +420 582 360 606...

  • Page 24: Connection Of The Machine Head With The Control Box

    S-311 B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY 3. CONNECTION OF THE MACHINE HEAD WITH THE CONTROL BOX 3.1. The control box contains the control system, regulator and valve terminal for controlling the pneumatic cylinders. 3.2. The machine is connected from the plant. If disassembled, connect the machine as follows: blue pneumatic tubes J1A/B —...

  • Page 25: Rde - Pneumatic System Connection

    S-311 B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY S-311 RDE - PNEUMATIC SYSTEM CONNECTION 4 bar 6 bar clamp feet up/down upper thread draw-off upper thread trimming cutting J8A1 suction J8A2 air distribution 0, 1, 2 — X => distribution from a regulator...

  • Page 26: Af - Pneumatic System Connection

    S-311 B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY S-311 AF - PNEUMATIC SYSTEM CONNECTION 4 bar clamp feet up/down 6 bar clamp feet spreading upper thread draw-off upper thread trimming J8A1 cutting suction J8A2 air distribution 0, 1, 2 — X => distribution from a regulator...

  • Page 27: Ct - Pneumatic System Connection

    S-311 B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY S-311 CT - PNEUMATIC SYSTEM CONNECTION 4 bar Ð clamp feet up/down 6 bar clamp feet spreading upper thread draw-off J8A1 upper thread trimming cutting bottom thread trimming CT J8A2 suction air distribution 0, 1, 2 — X => distribution from a regulator...

  • Page 28: Ltt - Pneumatic System Connection

    S-311 B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY S-311 LTT - PNEUMATIC SYSTEM CONNECTION 4 bar Ð Ñ clamp feet up/down clamp feet spreading 6 bar upper thread draw-off upper thread trimming J8A1 thread nipper cutting bottom thread J8A2 trimming CT suction air distribution 0, 1, 2 —...

  • Page 29: Belt Tension

    S-311 B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY 4. BELT TENSION 4.1. Lower belt of sewing mechanism drive is installed on machine head pulley during the transport. To access this pulley: loosen screw on drive belt cover , shift the cover aside and remove the cover.

  • Page 30: Power And Air Connection

    S-311 B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY 5. POWER AND AIR CONNECTION 5.1. Simple connection of air lines are made by quick connector. Socket 25 KEAK 13 (order number FESTO 151776 - marking KD 1/4 - S, order number RECTUS 38044) is used as standard. Unithas corresponding input Input pressure must minimally be 1 bar (0,1 MPa) greater than output pressure set on regulator.

  • Page 31: Thread Stand Installation

    S-311 B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY 6. THREAD STAND INSTALLATION Picture 6.1 6.1. Put the thread stand together according to the drawing. 6.2. Position of the locking ring allows assembly of the thread stand for various thickness of the table top. Threaded end of the post...

  • Page 32: Lubrication

    S-311 B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY 7. LUBRICATION 7.1. There is the fank for oil eycess on the machine 7.2. For oil tigthness and removal is important,that upper edge of the funnel inserted to the holder was on bottom frame area lever...

  • Page 33: C - Proper Application

    S-311 C - PROPER APPLICATION 1. POWER UP / HOME POSITION 1.1. Turn the main power switch on by turning clockwise to the „I“ position. 1.2. The display is activated and illuminated. The screen displays information about manufacturer and version of program installed in the machine.

  • Page 34: Needle Installation

    2. NEEDLE INSTALLATION Use needles AMF Reece 02.0505.0.111/113…. Nm 90 – 110), loading Ø needle bard D = 2 mm. Needles 02.0558.1.112 are externally treated and needle shape is adapted for sewing thick material. Thicker needles is not possible to use for standard stitching plates.

  • Page 35: Threading

    S-311 C - PROPER APPLICATION 3. THREADING When threading, see the pictures below. For easy threading use threading devic from accessories kit. It is possible to order the threading device . Adjust the thread tension by knobs according to sewing conditions.
  • Page 36 S-311 C - PROPER APPLICATION 3.2. Lower thread - tilt back the rear cover and lift the machine head to thread the lower thread. lower thread AF, LTT 1-24 Released:01/2014 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; webside: amfreece.com Phone: +420 582 309 146; Fax: +420 582 360 606...
  • Page 37 S-311 C - PROPER APPLICATION 3.3. Gimp The appearance and quality of the buttonhole may be affected by one or more of the following: - stitch density ( number of stitches in the first and the second row of stitches) - number of stitches in the eye - amount of fabric spread - cutting space - tension of upper and lower thread - type of thread (size, etc.)

  • Page 38: D - Machine Controls

    S-311 D - MACHINE CONTROLS 1. OPERATION 1.1. With the machine in the home position, before sewing, the manufacturer recommends 3 minutes for warm up. 1.2. Be certain that the machine is threaded c o r r e c t l y see section C3, and required buttonhole appears on the display.
  • Page 39 S-311 D - MACHINE CONTROLS Ì S - 3 Í E A N Ë Î 1-27 Released:01/2014 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; webside: amfreece.com Phone: +420 582 309 146; Fax: +420 582 360 606...

  • Page 40: Display Information

    S-311 D - MACHINE CONTROLS Caution: Program for S311 machine is universal it allows to sew different buttonhole shapes only by changing the clamp plates. Please ensure that correct machine version (corresponding to clamp plate) is selected on the software.

  • Page 41: The Buttonhole Shape Setting

    S-311 D - MACHINE CONTROLS 3. THE BUTTONHOLE SHAPE SETTING To set the buttonhole, it is necessary to set the parameters of eye, the first and the second row of stitches and the bar. 3.1 - setting the parameters of the eye - possible sizes of eye: 2,2x3,0; 2,8x4,2; 3,0x4,6; 3,2x5,0; 3,4x4,2; No Eye or round eye by pressing surface A. Return to main display...

  • Page 42: Buttonhole Parameters Adjustment

    S-311 D - MACHINE CONTROLS 4. BUTTONHOLE PARAMETERS ADJUSTMENT Return to main display Buttonhole lenght Stitches density Electroniccaly First and second row Table feeding in first and (depends on machine type) (range 0.5 - 2.0 mm) adjustable bite of stitches adjustment second row of stitches size (range ±...
  • Page 43 S-311 D - MACHINE CONTROLS 5. BUTTONHOLE PARAMETERS ADJUSTMENT Return to main display Return to main display Return to previous display Number of stitches in round end Number of overlapped stitches (range 4 - 20 stitches) (range 0 - 5 stitches)
  • Page 44 S-311 D - MACHINE CONTROLS 6. SEWING SPEED SETTING Return to main display Number of stitches, which Number of stitches, which Number of stitches, which Sewing speed in the first and Sewing speed are sewn with double are sewn by slow speed at...

  • Page 45: Sewing Speed Setting For The Round Eye (Af, Rde)

    S-311 D - MACHINE CONTROLS 7. SEWING SPEED SETTING FOR THE ROUND EYE (AF, RDE) Return to main display Number of stitches which are sewn Sewing speed Number of stitches which are sewn By slow speed at buttonhole start (range 1000 - 2000)

  • Page 46: Buttonhole Counters

    S-311 D - MACHINE CONTROLS 8. BUTTONHOLE COUNTERS Return to main display Total number of cycles (buttonholes) Button for counting upward Button for counting descending RESET button (SET) The counter range adjustment (range 0 - 9999) 1-34 Released:01/2014 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; webside: amfreece.com...

  • Page 47: Setting The Cutting

    S-311 D - MACHINE CONTROLS 9. SETTING THE CUTTING Cutting indication Cut after sewing (CA) Cut before sewing (CB) No cutting Return to main display Cutting space, distance Stitches distance from Buttonhole cut Buttonhole cut Cutting time delay between first and second...
  • Page 48 S-311 D - MACHINE CONTROLS 10. ROUND EYE CUTTING SETTING No cutting Cut after sewing Cut before sewing Return to main display Buttonhole cut Buttonhole cut correction in X axis correction in Y axis (range ± 1.5 mm) (range ± 1.5 mm)

  • Page 49: Service Mode

    Return to previous display Return to previous display Button for copy saving Button for Button JOG Button Return Logo AMF Reece AMF Reece service - stepping to previous display SERVICE MODE technicians (table movement) Button Pocket effect * ON/OFF Number of buttonhole,...

  • Page 50: Cycle Mode

    S-311 D - MACHINE CONTROLS 12. CYCLE MODE It is possible to set the type and the number of buttonholes which will be sewn in one sewing cycle. CAUTION: Modification AF - it is necessary to use the same cutting length for all buttonholes in one cycle. Imitation (no cut) buttonholes of different length can be included in the sewing cycle.
  • Page 51 S-311 D - MACHINE CONTROLS 13. BUTTONHOLE PROGRAMMING 1. Press the button in the right bottom corner on the screen.The numerical display appears on the screen. Choose the buttonhole number 1 and press 2. Program the buttonhole shape according to the sections - D3, D4, D5.

  • Page 52: Manual Cut Mode

    S-311 D - MACHINE CONTROLS 14. ELECTRONIC SYSTEM ERROR MESSAGES If an error message appears on the display, press it 1 The screen 2 with a description and a correction of an error message appears on the display (see Troubleshooting).

  • Page 53: E - Standard Machine Adjustment

    S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT Warning: - before making any adjustments, turn the main power switch off - careless adjustment can cause damage to electronic and mechanical parts Caution: - always maintain good safety standards - where possible, remove the sewing needle before making mechanical adjustments 1.

  • Page 54: The Sewing Drive Sensor Plates Adjustment

    S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 2. THE SEWING DRIVE SENSOR PLATES ADJUSTMENT It is important that the sensor plates of the sewing drive are properly adjusted. To access these plates, remove the right side cover according to the section B4.The sensors are adjusted from the manufacturing factory and are marked with the colour.

  • Page 55: The Bedplate Home Position Adjustment

    BQ2 for axes X and BQ3 for Y. Sensor plate screws are painted from the manufacturer, and only a service technician from AMF REECE can perform this operation during the guarantee period . 3.1. Adjust the sensor plate...

  • Page 56: The Race Mechanism Adjustment

    (BQ4). Screw of the sensor plate is locked by paint from the manufacturer, that is why only a service technician from AMF REECE can perform this operation during the guarantee period. Make sure there is the buttonholl without eye on the display, stitches inclination 0°, cutting distance 0.0, see section D3,D6.

  • Page 57: The Sewing Mechanism Height Control

    S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 5. THE SEWING MECHANISM HEIGHT CONTROL Before any other adjustment, we recommend to check, if the height of the sewing mechanism of the loopers, spreaders and stitching plate is adjusted properly. 5.1. The height 6,5 mm of the sewing mechanism support...

  • Page 58: Mechanism Adjustment For Material Clamping

    S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 6. MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT FOR MATERIAL CLAMPING WARNING! Before doing any adjustments, disconnect the air supply and deflate the test of compressed air in the machine. The basic clamp plates adjustment with clamp feet possible to modify after removing from the machine.

  • Page 59: Spreading Of A Material

    S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 7. SPREADING OF A MATERIAL Loose fabric, especially thin, can cause missing stitches unless it is spread. The machine is equipped by a mechanism to control the extent of fabric spreading. It is possible to adjust the mechanism after removing the table covers. Size of the spreading is possible to adjust with covered table.

  • Page 60: Adjustment Of The Cutting Mechanism

    S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 8. ADJUSTMENT OF THE CUTTING MECHANISM Caution: Before doing the adjustment, it is necessary that the parameters, especially the cutting space and correction was adjusted on 0 - section D9, buttons The cut position is given by the point of departure of the stepping motors adjustment. The sensor plates screws are painted against the spontaneous rearrangement.
  • Page 61 S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 8.3. The knife in the axis X in the anvil loosing the screws and change safely the position, to the right or to the left. Tighten the screws. 8.4. The knife stop in the anvil adjust for 70 mm after loosing the screws Ð...
  • Page 62 S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 8.7. The knife attachment into cutting steel with the screw needs to be done only manualy! The tool is used only for loosing too tight setting screw. Warning: When changing the knife, pay attention to the tightening the screw.

  • Page 63: Setting The Needle Bar Height

    S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 9. SETTING THE NEEDLE BAR HEIGHT 9.1. Remove the machine head front cover. 9.2. Turn the handwheel and adjust the needle bar to the lowest position. 9.3. Insert the gauge , height 9,5 mm, between the needle bar and bedplate.

  • Page 64: Spreader And Looper Cam Adjustment

    S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 10. SPREADER AND LOOPER CAM ADJUSTMENT Locate the cam on the holder gauge line when the needle bar is in the lowest position according to the section E3, point 2. To turn a cam, loosen the...

  • Page 65: Spreaders Adjustment

    S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 12. SPREADERS ADJUSTMENT To reach this, rotate the hand wheel. 12.1. Adjust the right spreader to the right looper edge , the left spreader with the groove on the hole of the left looper .

  • Page 66: Adjustment Of The Bite Mechanism

    S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 13. ADJUSTMENT OF THE BITE MECHANISM S 311 machine is equipped with a mechanism to change electronically the width of buttonhole seaming. The mechanism can be set up for 2 main seaming widths – 2,1mm and 2,7mm. Changing the values electronically on the display, it is possible to modify the main width in the range of ±...

  • Page 67: Upper Thread Trimming Mechanism - Af/Ltt

    S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 14. UPPER THREAD TRIMMING MECHANISM - AF/LTT 14.1. After installation of the holder with trimming knife adjust the trimming knife after loosening the screw obtain the clearance 0,1 — 0,15 mm above the right spreader 14.2.

  • Page 68: Adjustment Of The Upper Thread Pick-Up Height

    E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 15. ADJUSTMENT OF THE UPPER THREAD PICK-UP HEIGHT Is used on the LTT machine as standard. Possible to order for any S-311 machine version. 15.1. The machine needs to be in home position. 15.2 Adjust the clereance 0,5 mm between the nut and the holder 15.3.

  • Page 69: Upper Trimming And Lower Interception - Ct

    S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 16. UPPER TRIMMING AND LOWER INTERCEPTION - CT 16.1 After installation of the thread retainer with trimming knife , adjust the height of the thread retainer within 0.2 mm of the top of the throat plate 16.2.
  • Page 70 S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 16.7. Shears adjustment There is a trimming mechanism on the right clamp plate. Loosen the screw and adjust the center of the roller to 43 mm from the edge of the clamp plate. Tighten the screw .
  • Page 71 S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 16.9. Elektronic adjustment of the CT parameters a) Electronic adjustment of trimmed threads tails Standard adjustment 15,2 Increase parameters on flexible threads 15,2 b) Electronic adjustment of the clamp feet elevation during the lower thread and gimp trimming - Time for the clamp feet elevation before trimming knives activation (range 0 –...

  • Page 72: Mechanismus Adjusting For Ct Gimp

    S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 17. MECHANISMUS ADJUSTING FOR CT GIMP Gimp auxiliary stretcher adjusting: Adjusting performed as follows: the stretcher slightly holds the gimp and when turning the race in the end of buttonhole where the gimp does not run from the coil but the thread end is shorter after the throat plate trimming Over tension in stretcher might cause the buttonhole deformation in eye.

  • Page 73: Practical Recommendation For Sewing Round Eyelet

    S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 18. PRACTICAL RECOMMENDATION FOR SEWING ROUND EYELET 18.1. Pull out gimp thread from guide with spring (gimp thread is gotten out from thread plate): Security screw 18.2. Parameter for electronic adjustment of trimmed threads tails must be adjusted for 26 mm: 18.3.

  • Page 74: The Trimming Mechanism Adjustment - Ltt

    S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 19. THE TRIMMING MECHANISM ADJUSTMENT - LTT The lower thread and gimp thread are trimmed before the clamp feet are raised. 1. Adjust so that looper thread and gimp are separated upward and downward by thread catching plate 2. The clamp fixing plate...
  • Page 75 S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT a) knives adjustment - LTT a.1. Loosen the screw Blade section a.2. Turn the knife in direction A and adjust the position of the guide plate so that the lower edge of the guide plate aligned with knife edge Ð...
  • Page 76 S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT b) lower thread clamp fixing plate adjustment - LTT Blade section b.1. Loosen two screws b.2. Turn the knife in direction A to align the fi xing knife face with knife blade section edge . Then make as small Ð...

  • Page 77: Setting The Thread Tension And Thread Draw Off

    S-311 E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 20. SETTING THE THREAD TENSION AND THREAD DRAW OFF A thread tension change may be needed if the thread and fabric change. The thread tension influences the appearance of the buttonhole. It is necessary to use quality threads with little elasticity. Check to be certain all parts that the thread passes through are smooth and polished with no burrs or sharp edges.

  • Page 78: F - Machine Maintenance

    S-311 F - MACHINE MAINTENANCE Warning: - Check electrical cables for damage. - Check if the safety covers are in a good condition. Order or replace damaged covers. - Keep your hands out from the needle space and cutting mechanism.
  • Page 79 S-311 F - MACHINE MAINTENANCE 1.6. Using a screwdriver, loosen the locks on the control box door. Using a wrench, loosen 4 screws on the fan rack CAUTION! When loosening the last screw, hold the fan by hand inside the control box to prevent it from dropping into the control box.

  • Page 80: Periodic Maintenance

    S-311 F - MACHINE MAINTENANCE 2. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE once a day (8 hours of operation) - cleaning of the sewing mechanism area and inner frame of the machine once a week (40 hours of operation) - visual check - external and internal mechanism...

  • Page 81: Scheme Of The Lubrication Distribution

    S-311 F - MACHINE MAINTENANCE 3. SCHEME OF THE LUBRICATION DISTRIBUTION The machine is equipped with needle and ball bearings, which in combination with two lubrication circuits significantly decrease required maintenance. Circuit I for lubrication of the arm has oil in reservoir of the barrel. The lubrication of lower unit is made by oil in frame recess - circuit II.

  • Page 82: Machine Lubrication

    S-311 F - MACHINE MAINTENANCE 4. MACHINE LUBRICATION 4.1. It is necessary to remove preserve oils and lubricate the places shown below before the machine is switched on for the first time or after a long idle period. Use ESSO TERESSO 32 or similar quality. 4.2. The amount of oil in the reservior is indicated by Ê...
  • Page 83 S-311 F - MACHINE MAINTENANCE 4.5. Remove the feet plate according to the part E2, point 2 and oil the bushing , rod of the spreader , stud and shafts by one or two drops of oil to the marked places on the drawing shown and on the machine are those places marked by red dors.

  • Page 84: Machine Disposal

    S-311 F - MACHINE MAINTENANCE 5. MACHINE DISPOSAL 5.1. To ensure machine ecological disposal it is necessary to remove especially nonmetallic parts from the machine. To take these parts out, it is necessary to perform the partial dismantling of the machine, remove covers, dismantle the machine arm and remove the frame.

  • Page 85: G - Documentation

    S-311 G - DOCUMENTATION PNEUMATIC DIAGRAM 1-73 Released:01/2014 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; webside: amfreece.com Phone: +420 582 309 146; Fax: +420 582 360 606...

  • Page 86: Electrical Diagram

    S-311 G - DOCUMENTATION ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM 1-74 Released:01/2014 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; webside: amfreece.com Phone: +420 582 309 146; Fax: +420 582 360 606...

  • Page 87: Released:

    S-311+ACL S-311+ACL MODEL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Released: 01/2014 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; webside: amfreece.com Phone: +420 582 309 146; Fax: +420 582 360 606...
  • Page 89 S-311+ACL TABLE OF CONTENTS A - INTRODUCTION........................1-5 ACL 1. GENERAL INFORMATION....................1-5 ACL 2. TERMINOLOGY OF MACHINE PARTS................1-6 ACL 3. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................... 1-7 ACL B - CORRECT USAGE......................1-9 ACL 1. SETTING UP THE MACHINE INTO HOME POSITION TO GET READY FOR SEWING..

  • Page 91: A - Introduction

    S-311+ ACL A - INTRODUCTION 1. GENERAL INFORMATION Electronical eylet buttonhole machine with a cutting block enables sewing of buttonholes within the range 13-38 mm (limitations given by the machine type) and without the need to change the cutting block . The device is supplied with AF and LTT models.

  • Page 92: Terminology Of Machine Parts

    S-311+ ACL A - INTRODUCTION 2. TERMINOLOGY OF MACHINE PARTS Sliding block Motor 1-6 ACL Released: 01/2014 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; webside: amfreece.com Phone: +420 582 309 146; Fax: +420 582 360 606...

  • Page 93: Technical Specification

    Without eye; 2,2 x 3,0 mm; 2,8 x 4,2 mm; 3,0 x 4,6 mm; 3,2 x 5,0 mm; 3,4 x 4,2 mm Lenght of fly bar 3,0 - 20,0 mm Lenght of cross bar 4 - 8 mm See section D 5 (manual S-311) Density of cross bar 0,5 - 1,5 mm 4 - 20 Number of stitches in round end...
  • Page 94 Without eye; 2,2 x 3,0 mm; 2,8 x 4,2 mm; 3,0 x 4,6 mm; 3,2 x 5,0 mm; 3,4 x 4,2 mm Lenght of fly bar 3,0 - 20,0 mm Lenght of cross bar 4 - 8 mm See section D 5 (manual S-311) Density of cross bar 0,5 - 1,5 mm 4 - 20 Number of stitches in round end...

  • Page 95: B - Correct Usage

    The machine is ready to operate when the message Ready appears on the display in the panel (Display description on page 1-28, S-311). If you wish to switch the machine to ACL mode, follow the introduction in section D, chapter 1.

  • Page 96: C - Machine Installation

    S-311+ ACL C - MACHINE INSTALLATION 1. OPTICAL SENSOR INSTALATION 1. Dismantle the right cover of the machine bedplate and replace it with the new cover supplied in the kit. 2. Place and seal the reflective foil into the hole already made in the bedplate.

  • Page 97: Kit Acl-Lpe Installation

    S-311+ ACL C - MACHINE INSTALLATION 2. KIT ACL-LPE INSTALATION To connect the pneumatic folow the instruction in this schema. 6 bar Main regulator Auxiliary cutting regulator Auxiliary LPE cutting regulator Cutting Switch valve for cutting 1-11 ACL Released: 01/2014 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz;...

  • Page 98: Feed Cable Installation For Switch Valve Of Cutting

    S-311+ ACL C - MACHINE INSTALLATION 2.1 FEED CABLE INSTALLATION FOR SWITCH VALVE OF CUTTING 1. Connect cable 06.1900.0.015 into marked terminal in electrobox. 2. Connect cable 06.1900.0.016 into valve connector 3. Fasten then opposite cable end into the plug on electrobox and lock with screws.

  • Page 99: D - Operating The Machine Functions

    S-311+ ACL D - OPERATING THE MACHINE FUNCTIONS 1. SEWING A BUTTONHOLE Set up the machine into home position for sewing as in chapter C1 in this section. It is recommended to leave the machine in that state for 3 minutes to warm up before sewing.

  • Page 100: Description Of The Acl Screen

    S-311+ ACL D - OPERATING THE MACHINE FUNCTIONS 2. DESCRIPTION OF THE ACL SCREEN Display messages: Counter - standard - Ready, Busy Button to Setting up first Selectionof machine models of buttonholes Key for easy - error - start with letter E...

  • Page 101: Setting Up Acl Display

    S-311+ ACL D - OPERATING THE MACHINE FUNCTIONS 3. SETTING UP ACL DISPLAY Press key to select the code S-311 Main screen Back to main screen Key to select the machine mode Password: 1 2 3 Back to To confirm your selection, press...

  • Page 102: Lapel System - Optional Accessory To Acl Mechanism

    S-311+ ACL D - OPERATING THE MACHINE FUNCTIONS 4. LAPEL SYSTEM – OPTIONAL ACCESSORY TO ACL MECHANISM Lapel system provides the operator with greater freedom when selecting the buttonhole dimensions. The operator can sew a buttonhole with eye cut and a buttonhole without eye cut during one sewing cycle and does not need to change the cutting knife.

  • Page 103: Setting Up The Machine For Acl Lp1 (Acl-Lp2, Acl-Lpe) Version

    S-311+ ACL D - OPERATING THE MACHINE FUNCTIONS 4.1. SETTING UP THE MACHINE FOR ACL LP1 (ACL-LP2, ACL-LPE) VERSION S-311 main sceen Back to S-311 main sceen main screen Once the ACL-LP1 system is activated, a buttonhole with eye cut along the whole sewing appears on the display. The length of cut is set up automatically according to the selected model;...

  • Page 104: Setting Up The Lapel Buttonhole For Acl-Lp1 (Acl-Lp2, Acl-Lpe) Version

    S-311+ ACL D - OPERATING THE MACHINE FUNCTIONS 4.2. SETTING UP THE LAPEL BUTTONHOLE FOR ACL-LP1 (ACL-LP2, ACL-LPE) VERSION S-311 main screen Setting up eye type Back to Setting up lenght of buttonhole main screen Back to Setting up lenght of buttonhole...

  • Page 105: Using The Programmed Buttonhole In Cycle Mode

    S-311+ ACL D - OPERATING THE MACHINE FUNCTIONS 4.3. USING THE PROGRAMMED BUTTONHOLE IN CYCLE MODE: Example: You wish to sew buttonholes in program no 1 in this order: 1, 1, 1, 2. 1. Press the key for setting up the program number.

  • Page 106: Optical Sensor -Optional Accessory For Lapel System

    If the foil is covered, the machine sews a button hole. If it is uncovered, the machine sews a lapel hole. Optical sensor Reflective tape 5.1. OPTICAL SENSOR - DEVICE ACTIVATION S-311 main screen Activation of optical sensor Back on S-311 main screen main screen...

  • Page 107: Using The Programmed Buttonhole In Cycle Mode With Optical Sensor

    S-311+ ACL D - OPERATING THE MACHINE FUNCTIONS 5.2. USING THE PROGRAMMED BUTTONHOLE IN CYCLE MODE WITH OPTICAL SENSOR ACTIVATED: Example: You wish to sew buttonholes in program no 1 in this order: 1,1,1,2. 1. Press the key for setting up the program number.

  • Page 108: Sliding Block Holder Adjustment

    S-311+ ACL E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 1. SLIDING BLOCK HOLDER ADJUSTMENT Correct adjustment of mechanical parts enables changing the cut within a given range when the buttonhole length is changed. 1. Adjust the screening so that its edge stays in the alignment with sliding block edge 2.

  • Page 109: Cutting Block Position Adjustment In Acl Mechanism

    S-311+ ACL E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 2. CUTTING BLOCK POSITION ADJUSTMENT IN ACL MECHANISM 1. Adjust the machine for version ACL - (LP1, LP2, LPE) see section C - 4.1. 2. Adjust the requested cutting lenght on the display.

  • Page 110: Pressure Adjutment On The Regulators Of The Filter Unit

    S-311+ ACL E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 3. PRESSURE ADJUTMENT ON THE REGULATORS OF THE FILTER UNIT Correct pressure adjustment affect the cutting knifes life cycle. 1. Adjust pressure 0,6 MPa (0,5) MPa on the main regulator 2. Adujst pressure 0,4 MPa on cutting regulator 3.

  • Page 111: Operating Instructions

    S-311+I S-311+I MODEL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Released: 01/2014 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; webside: amfreece.com Phone: +420 582 309 146; Fax: +420 582 360 606...
  • Page 113 2. SAFETY LABELS AND EQUIPMENT DEVICE ..............1-6 I 3. SPECIFICATIONS ....................... 1-7 I B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY ....................... 1-8 I S-311+I AF - PNEUMATIC SYSTEM CONNECTION .............. 1-8 I S-311+I CT - PNEUMATIC SYSTEM CONNECTION............... 1-9 I C - PROPER USAGE ....................... 1-10 I 1.
  • Page 115 The electronic eylet buttonhole machine with Indexer enables automatic sewing of buttonholes which can be specified in number and distance between them. Typ stehu, odkaz na modely Models of S-311 Indexer machine: a) AF ST JT This model is designed to be used for sewing single thread chain stitch buttonholes on ready-tailored jacket sleeves.
  • Page 116 S-311+I A - INTRODUCTION 2. SAFETY LABELS AND EQUIPMENT Indexer For detailed description, see S-311 (section A, chapter 2, pages 1-2, 1-3). Indexer 1-6 I Released: 01/2014 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; webside: amfreece.com Phone: +420 582 309 146; Fax: +420 582 360 606...

  • Page 117: Specifications

    No Eye; 2,2 x 3,0 mm; 2,8 x 4,2 mm; 3,0 x 4,6 mm; 3,2 x 5,0 mm; 3,4 x 4,2 mm Fly Bar Length 3,0 - 20,0 mm See section D 3.3 - manual S-311 Length of Crossbar 4 - 8 mm...
  • Page 118 S-311+I B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY S-311+I AF - PNEUMATIC SYSTEM CONNECTION 6 bar 4 bar J10B1 6 bar clamp feet up/down J10B2 clamp feet spreading upper thread draw-off upper thread trimming J8A1 thread nipper cutting suction J8A2 indexer air distribution 0, 1, 2 —...
  • Page 119 S-311+I B - MACHINE ASSEMBLY S-311+I CT - PNEUMATIC SYSTEM CONNECTION 4 bar 6 bar J10B1 6 bar clamp feet up/down J10B2 clamp feet spreading upper thread draw-off upper thread trimming J8A1 thread nipper cutting bottom thread trimming CT J8A2...
  • Page 120 1.4. The machine is ready to start operation once the Ready message on the display in the box is on. (Display description on page 1-28, S-311). 1.5. If you wish to operate the machine in the Indexer mode, follow the instructions in section D, chapter 2. Setting Indexer Display, page 1-16 I.
  • Page 121 S-311+I C - PROPER APPLICATION 2. THREADING Threads are threaded as shown in the pictures below. For easy threading use threading devic from the machine accessory. Threading device can be ordered separately (order number 12.0008.6.200). Thread tension can be adjusted with nuts according to sewing conditions as needed.
  • Page 122 S-311+I C - PROPER APPLICATION 2.2. Lower thread threading — can be done after tilting the back cover and lifting the machine arm spodní AF, LTT 1-12 I Released: 01/2014 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; webside: amfreece.com Phone: +420 582 309 146; Fax: +420 582 360 606...
  • Page 123 S-311+I C - PROPER APPLICATION 2.3. Threading the machine S-311 CT+I If you thread lower thread or gimp for the first time, it is necessary to dismantle the Indexer. a) Loose screws and remove safety covers b) Disconnect air pipes from cylinders.
  • Page 124 S-311+I C - PROPER APPLICATION 2.4. Gimp threading The appearance and quality of the buttonhole may be affected by one or more of the following: - stitch density ( number of stitches in the first and the second row of stitches)
  • Page 125 S-311+I D - MACHINE CONTROLS 1. SEWING A BUTTONHOLE 1.1. Set the machine into the home position as in section C1 of this chapter. Before starting sewing, let the machine warm up in this condition for about 3 minutes. 1.2. Check, if threads are correctly threaded as indicated in section C3, and place the work piece under the machine clamps.
  • Page 126 S-311+I D - MACHINE CONTROLS 2. SETTING UP THE INDEXER DISPLAY Button for setting up the code S-311 Main display Back to main display Button for machine version selection Password: 1 2 3 Enter code and confirm by pressing button...
  • Page 127 S-311+I D - MACHINE CONTROLS 3. INDEXER SCREEN DESCRIPTION Machine version setting and additional accessories. Active after setting code only, page. 1-37 (- Version change and Display reports: trim timming change CT - standard - Ready, Busy Button Additional Buttonhole...
  • Page 128 S-311+I D - MACHINE CONTROLS 4. BUTTONHOLE TYPE SETTING Button for setting number for cycle mode Indexer main display Back on main display Cycle mode button Number of programmed buttonhole option Confirm by pressing button Confirm by pressing button Back to main display We can set type of other buttonholes in cycle mode with the same process.
  • Page 129 S-311+I D - MACHINE CONTROLS 5. CHANGE OF BUTTONHOLE PARAMETERS SETTING Buttonhole shape setting according to 1-29, 1-30, 1-31 section D Indexer main display Back on main display After parameters change press button to switch back to main display. Indexer main display...
  • Page 130 S-311+I D - MACHINE CONTROLS 7. INDEXER ERROR REPORTS Indexer main display Back to main display If we see on display error message press button for display detailed After parameters change press button to switch to main display. information about trouble and its removing.
  • Page 131 S-311+I E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 1. SETTING UP THE HEIGHT OF CLAMPING FEET In order for the Indexer to function correctly, it is important to set up correct height of Indexer clamping feet above the desktop. 1.1. Loose clamp holders screws on the left and right side of the Indexer.
  • Page 132 S-311+I E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 2. SETTING UP MINIMAL PLAY BETWEEN INDEXER FEET AND CLAMPING MAT It is important to set up the minimal play between Indexer feet and clamping mat . correctly so that the spreading mechanism on the sewing head operates correctly. It is necessary to hold the minimal play.
  • Page 133 S-311+I E - STANDARD MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 3. SETTING UP THE DISTANCE BETWEEN CLAMPING FEET Change the distance between clamping feet if you want to change workpiece or number of buttonholes to be sewn. 3.1. Take out screws of the right holder...
  • Page 135 S-311 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction ......................2-2 2. Faults without error messages.................2-3 3. The electronic system error messages..............2-5 4. Electrical faults......................2-7 Revised: 01/2014 E-mail: service@amfreece.cz; webside: www.amfreece.com Phone: +420 582 309 146; Fax: +420 582 360 606...

  • Page 136: Introduction

    AMF Reece parts, especially needles, loopers, spreaders, and throat plates. 1. INTRODUCTION The S-311 electronically displays error messages, when worn or damaged parts are detected. If machine problems occur and the error is not displayed, ensure correct needle installation and threading. The other troubles are eliminated according to the detailed descriptions listed.

  • Page 137: Faults Without Error Messages

    S-311 TROUBLESHOOTING 2. FAULTS WITHOUT ERROR MESSAGES SERVICE SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE SOLUTION SECTION Thread draw-off is too tight. Reduce thread tension. Damaged loopers, spreaders, or Replace damaged parts. Congested throat plate. girders and tube in openers. E4, E10, E7,...
  • Page 138 Air supply is not connected. Check air supply. close. Check air pressure Low pressure. Clamp plates (0,5 min. Bar) E1-S-311+I. do not hold the Clamp plate height is not adjusted material properly. Adjust clamp plate height for 19 mm. properly.

  • Page 139: The Electronic System Error Messages

    S-311 TROUBLESHOOTING 3. THE ELECTRONIC SYSTEM ERROR MESSAGES If an error message appears on the display (see picture ), press it. The screen with a description and a correction of an error message appears on the display (see picture POSSIBLE CAUSE...
  • Page 140 S-311 TROUBLESHOOTING POSSIBLE CAUSE PROBABLE SOLUTION SYMPTOM Check the buttonhole lenght parameters setting E-51 Buttonhole length parameter error. according to sewing range of machine type. Check the fly bar lenght parameters according to E-52 Fly bar length parameter error. sewing range of machine type.

  • Page 141: Electrical Faults

    Check the display connection. display does not light. Replace display or control units, Display or its control damaged. call AMF Reece Service. When sewing operation started, motor Fuse F4 failure (T10A). Replace fuse PN 12.0008.4.664. does not operate. Frequency inverter Contactor KM1 damaged.

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