4.6.2 Setting the light barrier ............... 49 4.6.3 Setting the left stop screw ............50 4.6.4 Setting the sewing foot stroke relative to the needle bar stroke ..................52 4.6.5 Setting the sewing foot height ............ 53 Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Replacing the hook thread bobbin ..........107 Continuing a seam in Repair mode after an error..... 108 Resetting the counter ............... 109 6.10 Creating a new seam program ..........109 6.11 Performing a contour test ............113 Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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 com- ponents to be set. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Safety ( p. 10). If no other clear location information is used in a figure, indications of right Location information or left are always from the user's point of view. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Leave machines, equipment and packaging material in the condition in which they were found when the damage was discovered. This will ensure any claims against the transport company. Report all other complaints to Dürkopp Adler immediately after receiving the product. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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About these instructions Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
• set up the machine • perform maintenance work and repairs • perform work on electrical equipment Only authorized persons may work on the machine and must first have un- derstood these instructions. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
If ignored, environmental damage can result NOTICE (without hazard symbol) If ignored, property damage can result The following symbols indicate the type of danger to personnel: Symbols Symbol Type of danger General Electric shock Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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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 moderate or minor injury if the warning is ignored. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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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. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
1. Lay any excess cabling neatly in proper cable snakes. 2. Bind together the cable loops with cable ties. Tie loops wherever possible to fixed parts. Important The cables must be secured firmly! 3. Cut off any overlapping cable ties. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
To swivel up the machine head: 1. Release the locking lever (1) under the tabletop. 2. Lift the machine head in the head cover area (2) and swivel up carefully. The latch (4) latches into place. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
To remove the motor cover: 1. Loosen both screws (1). 2. Remove the motor cover (2). Placing the motor cover To place the motor cover: 1. Place the motor cover (2). 2. Tighten both screws (1). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
4. Press down the hand crank (5) and check for ease of movement; adjust the arm cover position if necessary. The hand crank (5) must disengage. 5. Place the motor cover (1). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
To remove the head cover: 1. Loosen the screws (1). 2. Remove the head cover (2). Placing the head cover To place the head cover: 1. Place the head cover (2). 2. Tighten the screws (1). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
1. Loosen all 3 screws (1). 2. Take off the rear cover (2) by moving it back. Placing the rear cover To place the rear cover: 1. Place the rear cover (2). 2. Tighten all 3 screws (1). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
1. Loosen all 4 screws (1). 2. Remove toothed belt cover (2). Placing the toothed belt cover To place the toothed belt cover: 1. Place the toothed belt cover (2). 2. Tighten all 4 screws (1). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
3. Press the Threading mode button. The bobbin flap (1) pivots to the side. Closing the bobbin flap To close the bobbin flap: 1. Release the Threading mode button. 2. Place the sewing material holder. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
1. Reach through the hole (2) from below and lift the sliding plate (1). 2. Remove the sliding plate (1). Placing the sliding plate To place the sliding plate: 1. Place the sliding plate (1). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Fig. 10: Flats on shafts ① ② (1) - Flat (2) - Shaft Some shafts have flats at those points where the components are clamped on to the shaft. This stabilizes the connection and makes setting easier. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
(3) - Flat material (2) - Tabletop Fig. 12: Aligning machine head (2) Order 1. Remove the sliding plate ( p. 22). 2. Check the position of the machine head using the flat material (3). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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5. Check the position of the machine head again. • Front • Carriage at rear position • Carriage at front position Fig. 13: Aligning machine head (3), carriage at rear position Fig. 14: Aligning machine head (4), carriage at front position Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Proper setting The locking mechanism is set correctly if the machine head can be locked in place with ease while not showing any play at the front bearing when moved up and down. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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• lower = turn counterclockwise 9. Test the height of the base plate using flat material (3) and adjust as necessary. 10. Check heights X and adjust as necessary. 11. Check locking mechanism and adjust as necessary. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
(1) - Locking peg (2) - Large arresting groove Locking the machine in place 1. Insert the locking peg (6) with the appropriate end into the slot (5) of the arm shaft crank (4). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Fig. 19: Putting the machine into position ① (1) - Hand crank To set the machine into position: Press down and turn the hand crank (1) until the machine is in the setting position. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
3. Push the arm shaft crank (1) to the right as far as it will go. 4. Tighten all the threaded pins (2) on the arm shaft crank (1). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
16) Fig. 21: Setting the upper toothed belt wheel ① ④ ② ③ (1) - Threaded pins (3) - Upper toothed belt wheel (2) - Flat of arm shaft (4) - Toothed belt Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
• Toothed belt cover ( p. 20) Fig. 22: Setting the lower toothed belt wheel ① ② ③ ④ (1) - Toothed belt (3) - Lower toothed belt wheel (2) - Edge (4) - Threaded pins Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
The needle must enter the needle hole precisely in the center. Cover • Head cover ( p. 18) Fig. 23: Aligning the needle bar linkage ① ③ ② (1) - Threaded pins (3) - Needle bar linkage (2) - Throat plate Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Fig. 24: Setting the loop stroke position (1) ① ③ ② (1) - Needle (3) - Hook tip (2) - Groove The loop stroke is precisely 2.4 mm. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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5. Remove the lock ( p. 29). Order Then check the following settings: • Position of the needle guard ( p. 40) • Timing of cutting by the thread cutter ( p. 79) Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
• Damage to the hook tip • Jamming of the needle thread • Missing stitches • Thread breaking • Needle breakage Cover • Head cover ( p. 18) • Bobbin flap ( p. 21) Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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7. Place the throat plate (6). 8. Tighten the screws (1). 9. Remove the lock ( p. 29). Order Then check the following setting: • Position of the needle guard ( p. 40) Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Machine locked in place at position 1 ( p. 28). Maximum 0.1 mm distance between the hook tip and the groove for the needle. Cover • Swivel up the machine head ( p. 15) Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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6. Tighten the threaded pins for the clamping ring (1). 7. Check the loop stroke position ( p. 34). 8. Remove the lock ( p. 29). Order Then check the following setting: • Position of the needle guard ( p. 40) Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Proper setting Machine locked in place at position 1 ( p. 28). The needle guard pushes the needle away just enough so that it is not touched by the hook tip. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Proper setting 1. Machine locked in place at position 1 ( p. 28). The needle guard pushes the needle just enough away so that it can- not be touched by the hook tip. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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4. Loosen the screw (4). 5. Move the needle guide (3) as close as possible against the needle. 6. Tighten the screw (4). 7. Check this distance using a piece of paper (5). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Disturbances caused by an incorrect setting: • Thread breaking • Formation of loops on the bottom side of the seam • Loud machine noise Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
If the hook thread under the seam is too loose when using short stitch lengths, you need to widen the passage between bobbin case lifter and bobbin case. Cover • Swivel up the machine head ( p. 15) Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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5. Tighten the threaded pin (3). 6. Push the cover (5) upwards. 7. Tighten the screw (4). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
3. Slacken the threaded pin (2) and use a hex key to turn the socket-head screw so that the hex key stands exactly vertical. 4. Tighten the threaded pin (2). 5. Insert the plug (1) into the opening. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
3. Move the toothed rack (2) to 16.5 mm below the upper stop. 4. Insert the gear wheel (3) so that the threaded pins (4) are horizontal. 5. Tighten the threaded pins (4). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
3.5 mm. Fig. 36: Setting the light barrier ① ④ 3,5 mm ② ③ (1) - Mounting plate (3) - Screw (2) - Light barrier (4) - Lever Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
3. Tap on Extras > Service > Multitest > Hublage einstellen (Set stroke position). 4. Tap on Hüpfer/Drücker (Walking foot/presser foot) until the presser foot is selected. 5. Press and turn the hand crank and check that no stroke is performed. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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(2) - Nut (5) - Lifting gear lever (3) - Stop screw To set the left stop screw: 1. Loosen the nut (2). 2. Turn the stop screw (3) accordingly. 3. Tighten the nut (4). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
(6) - Stop block Proper setting The lifting gear (2) must be switched on so that it performs a stroke. The stop block (6) must then lie against the right hand stop screw (5). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
To set the height of the sewing foot: 1. Assemble the walking foot. 2. Tap on Extras > Service > Multitest > Hublage einstellen (Set stroke position). 3. Tap on Hüpfer/Drücker (Walking foot/presser foot) until the walking foot is selected. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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5 mm (corresponding to a 4 mm sewing foot stroke). Information The distance between minimum and maximum positions may have to be determined. If one of these settings is changed the other setting must be checked again. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
5. Turn the needle bar to top dead center and insert the 3 mm end of the locking peg to peg the arm shaft crank to position 2. 6. Loosen the threaded pin (1). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
② (1) - Screw (2) - Needle thread regulator To set the needle thread regulator: 1. Press and turn the hand crank and monitor the progress of the needle thread around the hook. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Fig. 42: Setting the thread tensioning spring ① ④ ② ③ (1) - Stop collar (3) - Tension disk (2) - Spring (4) - Screw Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
7. Turn the disk (3) clockwise, feeling for the stop (until the tension disks lie flush on each other). 8. Use a (lead) pencil to mark 12 o'clock on the disk (3) and turn it approx. 15-30° clockwise. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
(6). 3. Input the measured value into the control and confirm it with OK. 4. Perform the measurement and input also for Kalibrierung 2 (Calibration 2) and Kalibrierung 3 (Calibration 3). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
When changing the knives, make sure that you do not lose the washers. Proper setting The thread-pulling knife (2) pivots as close as possible above the hook and is at the same height as the counter blade (1). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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(1) and thread-pulling knife (2) are at the same height. 4. Non-required washers on the top side between the thread-pulling knife (2) and screw (6) should be kept. 5. Screw down the thread-pulling knife (2) using screw (6). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
(3) - Clamping ring (8) - Actuating lever (4) - Control cam (9) - Solenoid (5) - Threaded pins To set the cutoff curve: 1. Loosen all 4 threaded pins (2) on the clamping ring (3). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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13. Push the clamping ring (3) to the right as far as it will go and against the control cam (4). Important Check the loop stroke position ( p. 34). 14. Tighten all 4 threaded pins (2) on the clamping ring (3). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
(5) - Hook thread clamp (3) - Thread-pulling knife (6) - Screw To set the cutting pressure: 1. Press and turn the hand crank until the thread-pulling knife (3) can be swung out by hand. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
• Bobbin flap ( p. 21) Fig. 49: Setting point in time for cutting (1) - Roller (4) - Threaded pins (2) - Clamping ring (5) - Counter blade (3) - Control cam (6) - Thread-pulling knife Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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• Insert the thread into thread-pulling knife (6) and slowly press and turn the hand crank. • Determine the hand crank position at which the thread is cut. • Repeat setting steps 1 – 7 if necessary. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
① ② (1) - Threads (2) - Thread burner Both threads (1) are burnt off and sucked in. The burner (2) is posi- tioned slightly to the left opposite the needle hole. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Machine head Setting the height Fig. 51: Setting the height (1) ① ② (1) - Threaded pin (2) - Nut Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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6. Check the movement sequence. 7. Set the material thickness scanner in relieved condition if necessary: • Loosen the screws (5) and adjust the height of the material thick- ness scanner (6). • Tighten the screws (5). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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When being burnt off, the thread is not under tension. Fig. 54: Setting the needle thread advancing device (1) ① ③ ② (1) - Screwdriver (3) - Needle thread advancing device (2) - Screw Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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2. Move the needle thread advancing device (3) such that it passes over the clamp and under the sewing foot when completing its forward motion. 3. Tighten the screw (2). 4. Use the stop screw (4) to limit the swivel angle. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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To set the position of the burner tip: 1. Loosen the screws (1). 2. Adjust the length of the burner tip (2). 3. Tighten the screws (1). 4. Use the screws (3) to make a height adjustment if necessary. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Fig. 58: Setting the thread suction device ① (1) - Angle bracket with screws Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
10. Tighten the screws (3). 11. Set the throttle valves (4, 5). 12. Check and, if necessary, set the movement sequence again. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
3. Tighten the screws (1). 4. Tap on Extras > Service > Multitest > Fadenbrenner (Thread burner). 5. Use Brenner an (Burner on) to verify that the burner tip is glowing (turns off automatically after 10 s). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
5. Turn the lever (7) so that the threaded pin (9) on the body casting (3) strikes the hook support. 6. Set the distance between the roller (5) and the highest point of the control cam (6) to 0.1 mm. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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① ② ⑦ ③ ⑥ ④ ⑤ (1) - Magnet armature (5) - Roller (2) - Locking latch (6) - Control cam (3) - Threaded pin (7) - Locking pin (4) - Nut Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
• Swivel up the machine head ( p. 15) • Bobbin flap ( p. 21) Fig. 63: Setting the hook thread clamp ① ② ③ (1) - Magnet armature (3) - Hook thread clamp (2) - Thread advancing device Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Switch off the machine before you check and set the control cam of the thread advancing device. Fig. 64: Setting the control cam of the thread advancing device ① ② (1) - Control cam (2) - Threaded pins Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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1. Press the hand crank and turn it to the position "thread lever at top dead center". 2. Loosen the threaded pins (2). 3. Rotate the control cam (1). 4. Tighten the threaded pins (2). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
1. Loosen the threaded pins (2) and pull the bearing with the gear wheel (1) out towards the front. 2. Dismantle the drive (3). 3. Loosen all 3 screws (4) and remove the drive shaft. 4. Loosen the screw (5). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Assembling the cloth pressure bar To assemble the cloth pressure bar: 1. Assemble in reverse of removal. Order After the drive (3) has been tightened, set the sewing foot height ( p. 53). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
The machine moves to the test position. The center of the needle is positioned within the test bore (3), and the tip of the needle can be lowered into the bore by turning the arm shaft crank. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
6. Pull off the plate (3) with the motor (4). 7. Remove the toothed belt wheel (2). To do so, loosen the screw on the toothed belt wheel. 8. Loosen the screws (5). 9. Remove the motor (4) from the plate (3). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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7. Check if the toothed belt (1) operates in parallel. If necessary, set parallel operation at the toothed belt wheel. 8. Place the toothed belt cover ( p. 20). 9. Connect the motor plug with the control. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
The toothed belt tension is set to the optimum value when the belt oscil- lates at 384 Hz. Check the oscillation, for instance, using a device made by Contitech. 4. Tighten all 4 screws (1). 5. Connect the plug (4). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
4. Tension the toothed belt (5) using the screw (3) (185 Hz). Information The toothed belt tension is set to the optimum value when the belt oscil- lates at 185 Hz. Check the oscillation, for instance, using a device made by Contitech. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
2. Turn the nut (3) so that there is no play. 3. Tighten the screw (4). 4. Check the play along the entire length. The carriage can be moved without excessive play or stiffness. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Sewing unit Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Buttons or functions are activated by tapping the corresponding position on the monitor. Activating a button/selecting an element: 1. Tap the corresponding button or element with your finger or a touch- screen pen. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
56 programs, copy or delete Öffnen (Open) p. 43 existing programs. Neu (New) Nahtprogramm p. 48 (Seam program) Sequenz (Sequence) p. 52 Speichern unter p. 55 (Save As) Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Continue sewing the contour from a particular Reparatur-Modus p. 47 point (Repair mode) Allow for a manual bobbin change Spulenwechsel p. 45 (Bobbin change) Reset counter to a particular value Zählerreset (Reset p. 47 counter) Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
(See chapters Testing the functions of the machine ( p. 133) and Changing the language ( p. 132)) If you do not tap any buttons, the software automatically switches to the start screen after a few seconds. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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If a sequence is not currently open but rather only a single seam program then this program fills the entire bar. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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The current seam parameters are displayed below the repair mode button • - Dimensions of the seam • - Speed • - Thread tension • - Number of stitches / hook thread consumed Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Button for resetting the counter (7): This button can be used for resetting the counter for the sewn programs or sequences. The current counter value is displayed next to this button. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
The password can be changed via the Extras menu ( p. 131). You can delete incorrect entries via the DEL button. 2. Tap the OK button. The previously selected menu item opens. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
(1) - Grayed-out: Deactivated element (2) - Dark background: Activated element The currently activated or selected element is highlighted with a dark background (2). Buttons that are not used in the current context are grayed-out (1). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Selection with option buttons Fig. 81: Selection with option buttons ① (1) - Option buttons: Selected element With round option buttons only one of the displayed options can be selected. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
You can use the filter functions to make the list more manageable: To use file filters: 1. Tap the File Filter button under the list. The file filter screen opens. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
(4) - DEL: Delete a character (2) - Keyboard (5) - Aa: Switch between uppercase/lowercase (3) - OK (CR): Adopt the entered text Entering text 1. Use the keyboard (2) displayed to enter the text. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
The prescribed value range (4) for the parameter is displayed below the symbol (3). The current valid value is displayed in the data entry field (5) below the val- ue range (4). Entering a value 1. Tap the desired numeric buttons (6). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
(1) - Full-screen switched off (2) - Full-screen switched on To switch full-screen on and off: 1. Tap the menu items Extras > Vollbild ein/aus (Full-screen on/off) The display switches to the respective other mode. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
> The file selection screen is displayed. All existing seam programs and sequences are displayed. Information Dateifilter (File Filter) You can use the to make the list more manageable ( p. 100). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Important If you wish to adopt the changes then you must modify and save the program. Otherwise the values are automatically reset to the previous settings when the machine is switched off. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
To sew with a modified speed: Korrektur (Correction) Nähdre- 1. Tap the menu items > hzahl (Speed) The window for changing the thread tension appears: Fig. 90: Sewing with a modified speed 2. Enter the desired speed. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
3. Use the Vor (Forwards) and Zurück (Back) buttons to move to the point where sewing is to continue. 4. Tap the Weiternähen (Continue Sewing) button. The program jumps back to the start screen and sewing of the seam continues from the selected point. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
2. Use the Vor (Forwards) and Zurück (Back) buttons to move to the point where sewing is to continue. 3. Tap the Weiternähen (Continue Sewing) button. The program jumps back to the start screen and sewing of the seam continues from the selected point. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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A straight path is sewn. • Curved seam: A curve is sewn. After tapping the button for a straight or curved seam the correspond- ing window for entering the seam parameters for this path opens. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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The window for entering the parameter value opens. 6. Enter the desired value for the parameter ( p. 102). Seam parameters for teach-in Button Meaning Speed Stitch length Thread tension Stroke height Cut thread Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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The program is now available under this name for sewing, editing or copying. Important Always perform a contour test after creating a new program ( p. 113). Ensure that the contour lies within the sewing field limits of your particular unit. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Fig. 95: Performing a contour test 2. Move along the contour stitch by stitch using the Vor (Forwards) and Zurück (Back) buttons. 3. Check that all points lie within the sewing field. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
The window for entering the sequence name opens. 2. Enter the desired name and adopt the change by pressing OK (( p. 101)). The sequence is now available under this name for sewing, editing or copying. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
3. Use the buttons Einfügen (Insert) and Löschen (Delete) to add programs to the sequence or remove programs from the sequence. The steps correspond to the procedure used for creating a new sequence ( p. 114). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
The window for entering the new name is opened. 4. Enter the desired name and adopt the change by pressing OK (( p. 101)). The program or sequence is now also available under this name for sewing, editing or copying. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
3. Tap the desired file. The selected file is highlighted with a dark background. 4. Tap the Datei kopieren (Copy File) button. The selected file is copied to the USB key or the control. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
To edit an existing seam program: 1. Open the program you wish to modify via the menu items Datei (File) > Öffnen (Open) The program opens on the start screen. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
The first stitch of the seam is at the top and the last stitch is at the bottom. 3. Tap the Go To button. The selected contour region is displayed in detail. The stitching point (2) to be modified is marked in red. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Agreeing to this dialog will save the modified contour. Important: Always perform a contour test after modifying a contour to ensure that the new seam path lies within the permissible sewing field ( p. 113). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Removal mode and position PP4 - Soft start Number of stitches and speed PP5 - Needle thread monitor Sensitivity value for the needle thread monitor PP6 - Thread consumption Values for determining thread consumption Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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After every seam (Def.): The needle is reversed after every seam. Needle cooling (On/Off) Activates/deactivates the needle cooling. Adjusting the speed (min. = 10… max. = 200; Def. = 100%) The sewing speed is adjusted by the specified percent value. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Loading position X The value range varies depending on the subclass and sewing field size. Loading position Y The value range varies depending on the subclass and sewing field size. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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(min.=0..max.= 99: Def. 5) Is only active if activated in the machine parameters. (A higher value makes the needle thread monitor less sensitive. 99 = Needle thread monitor switched off in this program only.) Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Limit values for speeds and positions MP3 - Needle thread monitor Behavior after thread breakage MP4 - Thread cutting Speed, position and tension MP5 - Thread clamping Starting angle MP6 - Counters Settings for program and bobbin counters Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Single clamp: One-piece parallel clamp with angle mount Single clamp with hanger (Def.): One-piece parallel clamp with hanger mount Double clamp: Two-piece parallel clamp with angle mount Alternating clamp: Removable clamp Special clamp: Special clamp Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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(min. = 0 .. max. 359; Def. 0 degrees, with thread burner 20 degrees) The needle is reversed at this angle in order to increase the clearance to the clamp. Edit time paths This function is only for Dürkopp Adler Service personnel. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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(min. = 0° .. max. 400°; Def. 370°) Starting angle for the thread tension during the cutting stitch. (At an angle greater than 359° the thread tension is activated in the next stitch.) Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Bobbin supply capacity (min. = 0.0 .. max. 400.0; Def. 0.0m) A message is displayed to the user after the bobbin supply capacity has been consumed. A value of 0 deactivates the function. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
The window for entering the new password appears. 4. Enter the new password( p. 97). Important The password must not have more than 5 digits. 5. Confirm the new password with OK. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Datum (Date) and Uhrzeit (Time) The data entry window for date and time is displayed. 2. Enter the date and/or time. 3. Confirm with OK. The entered values are adopted Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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You can use the Extras > Service > Multitest menu item to check the inputs and outputs, test the sewing motor and set the stroke position. Fig. 106: Testing the functions of the machine Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Eingänge / Ausgänge testen (Test inputs / outputs) option. The IO-Test (IO Test) Seite (Page) window is displayed. Fig. 107: Testing inputs and outputs ① ② (1) - Area for input elements (2) - Area for output elements Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Move to position Set the sewing foot height Switch off the power to the drives Manually check the freedom of motion of the sewing foot rod 2. Tap the desired symbol and execute the function. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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4. Tap the button. The window for entering the cutting speed opens. 5. Enter the desired value (70 - 500 rpm). 6. Tap the button. The sewing motor runs at the entered speed. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Meaning Control events List of the latest errors Log settings Only for Dürkopp Adler Service personnel Log display List of the last log settings Control panel status Status appears in the log display Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Save your seam programs and sequences to a USB key before perform- ing initialization. Initialisierung (Initialize) Steuerung 1. Tap the (Control) option. The control is completely reset to the factory default settings. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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To perform an update of the control: 1. Switch off the machine. 2. Insert the USB key into the USB port (1) on the operating terminal. Fig. 111: Updating the control ① (1) - USB port Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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To display information on the software version currently used: 1. Tap menu items > Tap on Info The following information is displayed: • Class • Subclass • Software version • Date of creation of this software version Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Selecting the class The first step is to select the class. Fig. 112: Selecting the class Creating the seam contour The next step is to draw the seam contour. Fig. 113: Creating the seam contour Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Always perform a contour test after creating or editing a contour to ensure that the entire contour lies within the permissible sewing field. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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3. Adjust the program parameters (especially the sewing foot height) ( p. 121). 4. Perform a contour test to check the clamp motion ( p. 113). Sewing with the program can begin after successful testing/adjustment. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Creating programs with DA-CAD 5000 Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Lint and thread remnants can impair the operation of the machine. Clean the machine as described. NOTICE Property damage from solvent-based cleaners! Solvent-based cleaners will damage paintwork. Use only solvent-free substances for cleaning. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
• Area under the throat plate (3) • Hook (2) • Area around the needle (1) To clean the machine: 1. Remove any dust and thread remnants using a compressed air gun or a brush. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Fig. 116: Cleaning the motor fan mesh ① (1) - Motor fan mesh To clean the motor fan mesh. 1. Remove any sewing dust and thread remnants using a compressed air gun. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
• Flash point: 150 °C 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 Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
1. Check the oil level indicator every day. If the oil level is below the minimum level marking (3): Pour oil through the refill opening (1) but no higher than the maximum lev- el marking (2). Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
• Turn clockwise: less oil is released Information 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. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
2. Place the collection tray under the drain screw (3). 3. Loosen the drain screw (3) completely. 4. Allow water to drain into the collection tray. 5. Tighten the drain screw (3). 6. Connect the machine to the compressed air supply. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
6. Wash out the filter tray using benzine. 7. Tighten the filter element (1). 8. Tighten the water separator (2). 9. Tighten the drain screw (3). 10. Connect the machine to the compressed air supply. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
8.6 Parts list A parts list can be ordered from Dürkopp Adler. Or visit our website for fur- ther information at: www.duerkopp-adler.com Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
5. Cover the control panel to protect it from soiling. 6. Cover the control to protect it from soiling. 7. Cover the entire machine if possible to protect it from contamination and damage. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Decommissioning Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
When disposing of the machine, be aware that it consists of a range of dif- ferent materials (steel, plastic, electronic components, etc.). Follow the applicable national regulations when disposing of these materials. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Disposal Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Contact for repairs and issues with the machine: Dürkopp Adler AG Potsdamer Str. 190 33719 Bielefeld, Germany Tel. +49 (0) 180 5 383 756 Fax +49 (0) 521 925 2594 Email: service@duerkopp-adler.com Internet: www.duerkopp-adler.comError and information messages Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
• Too high line voltage • Check the line voltage 2155 X-axis stepper motor overload • Feed system not moving freely • Eliminate sluggishness • Obstacle to feed motion • Remove obstacles/adjust the motion Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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• Too high line voltage • Check the line voltage 2355 Stroke position step motor overload • Feed system not moving freely • Eliminate sluggishness • Obstacles to the feed motion • Remove obstacles/adjust the motion Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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• Switch off and on the machine 3722 • Software update • Notify DA Service 4201 Internal CF card defective • Switch off and on the machine • Retrofit/replace control 5301 Program cannot be sewn Copy program to DAC Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Close the bobbin case retainer 9701 Parallel clamps not lowered • Remove obstacles • Adjust sensors 9900 Incorrect machine parameters Initialize the data 9901 Incorrect sequences Initialize the data 9902 Incorrect program parameters Initialize the data Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
9006 Quick-stop button is active. Release the Quick-stop button 9016 Incorrect barcode ID Change the program 9100 The counter has not reached the Tap the OK button. The counter is specified value. reset. Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
Check the assembly of the reel incorrectly stand Thread tensions are too tight Check thread tensions Throat plate, hook or spread Have parts reworked by have been damaged by the qualified specialists needle Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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Needle thread and hook Check threading path thread have not been threaded correctly Needle breakage Needle thickness is Use recommended needle unsuitable for the sewing thickness material or the thread Service Instructions 911-211 - 02.0 - 10/2016...
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