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4300B Model Revision 1.8 Updated June 27, 2016 Technical Manual & Parts Lists Atlanta Attachment Company 362 Industrial Park Drive Lawrenceville, GA 30046 770-963-7369 • www.atlatt.com...
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Attachment Company. In addition to any confidentiality and non-disclosure obligations that currently exist between you and Atlanta Attachment Company, your use of these materials serves as an acknowledgment of the confidential and proprietary nature of these materials and your duty not to make any unauthorized use or disclosure of these materials.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists Contents Important Safety Instruction ........................1 Liability ..............................2 Safety Equipment on the Machines ......................3 Protective Eyewear ............................. 4 Important Notices............................5 Maintenance ..............................7 Repair ................................8 A Word to the End User..........................9 Safety Precautions ............................
Mandatory Information All persons operating and/or working on the 4300B should read and understand all parts of the Safety Instructions. This applies, in particular, for persons who only operate and/or work on the unit occasionally (e.g. for maintenance and repair). Persons who have difficulty reading must receive particularly thorough instruction.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists Liability The machine should only be operated when in perfect working order, with due regard for safety and the potential dangers, as well as in accordance with the Instruction Material. Faults and malfunctions capable of impairing safety should be remedied immediately. We cannot accept any liability for personal injury or property damage due to operator errors or non-compliance with the safety instructions contained in this booklet.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists A Word to the Operator The greatest danger inherent in our machines: is that of fingers, hands or loose clothing being drawn into a machine by live, coasting or rotating tools or assemblies or of being cut by sharp tools or burned by hot elements. LWAYS BE CONSCIOUS OF THESE DANGERS Safety Equipment on the Machines All machines are delivered with safety equipment, which shall not be removed or...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists Protective Eyewear Protective eyewear that has been tested by the local authorities should be worn whenever there is a possibility of loose or flying objects or particles such as when cleaning the machine with compressed air. Tools Always count the number of tools in your possession before starting work on the machine.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists Important Notices Reporting and Fighting Fires Read the instructions posted in the factory with regard to reporting fires and the emergency exits. Make sure you know exactly where the fire extinguishers and sprinkler systems are located and how they are operated.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists - Kinetic energy - Note that some motors or spindles, for example, may continue to run or coast run on after being switched off. - Potential energy - Individual assemblies may need to be secured if necessary for repair work. Delivery of the Machine/Packaging Note any markings on the packaging, such as weights, lifting points and special information.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists Protect against influences from the surroundings: no structure-borne vibrations, no grinding dust, or chemical vapors. Protect against unauthorized access. Ensure that the machine and accessories are set up in a stable position. Ensure easy access for operation and maintenance (Instruction Manual and layout diagram); also verify that the floor is strong enough to carry the weight of the machine.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists Repair Replacement Parts We cannot accept any liability whatsoever for damage due to the use of parts made by other manufacturers or due to unqualified repair or modification of the machine. Repair, Electrical The power supply must be switched off (master switch off) and secured so that it cannot be switched on again inadvertently before starting any work on live parts.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists A Word to the End User The end user has sole responsibility to enforce the use of safety procedures and guards on the machine. Any other safety devices or procedures due to local regulations should be should be retrofitted in accordance to these regulations and/or the EC Directive on the safety of machines.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 1.- INSTALLATION MANUAL It is important that the machine operator read this manual and is familiar with all the functions and safety concerns of the unit before Installing and operating. 1.1.- Parts and Components defi Description Gulliotine Assembly Border Tension Rod Assembly...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 1.3.- Installation & Set Up Remove any shipping straps from machine. Inspect the machine for any damage that may have occurred during shipping. If damage is found, report this immediately to your supervisor. Document the damage and provide details and photographs.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 1.4.- Lockout/Tagout Program "Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)" refers to specific practices and procedures to safeguard employees from the unexpected energization or startup of machinery and equipment, or the release of hazardous energy during service or maintenance activities. This requires that a designated individual turns off and disconnects the machinery or equipment from its energy source(s) before performing service or maintenance and that the authorized employee(s) either lock or tag the energy-isolating device(s) to prevent the release of hazardous energy and take steps to verify that the energy has been isolated...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.- OPERATING MANUAL It is important that the machine operator read this manual and is familiar with all the functions and safety concerns of the unit before operating. 2.1.- Individual Components 2.1.1.- Control Panel The Control Panel allows the operator to start and stop the automatic function of the machine, shut off power to the machine in the event of an emergency.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.1.3.- Foot Pedal EE24F163 It is located on the front left corner of the sewing unit. It is used for a manual activation of the sewing cycle or when loading a new roll of materials. 2.1.4.- Left Head Adjustment Crank It is located on the left side of the machine.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.1.6.- Efka Control Box There are 4 units located under the machine. They contain an On/Off switch which should remain in the “ON” position at all times, Puller, Sewing heads and Pre-feeder are controlled by these boxes 2.1.7.- Stepping Motors Control Boxes There are 4 control boxes located under the machine.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.2.- Touch-Screen It is important that the machine operator read this manual and is familiar with all the functions and safety concerns of the unit before operating. 2.2.1.- General Operation ATTENTION: DO NOT USE ANY SHARP OBJECTS TO TOUCH THE SCREEN The graphics images presented on the touch screen show "3-dimensional"...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.2.2- Available Menus The following is a summary of the different screens and their functions available for the Sewing Operator. 1.- Ready - New Order The normal operation of the machine is controlled from the main READY - NEW ORDER menu. From here you can start the automatic cycle and access all machine functions.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.- Operator Screen Operator is able to control basic functions of the machine See MACHINE TASK section for details. Rise the sewing head presser foot. Turn on Waste Venturi Left head Start sewing at low speed Right Head start sewing a low speed Activate the handle Chop...
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.- Edit Order Access from “READY-NEW ORDER” screen. Operator will be able to edit several Order parameters. Type the number of the style required. See style number on the Style list area Storage off all the styles available See CREATE /EDIT Style section for details...
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 5.- Advance Functions This screen allows access to SECURITY, SYSTEM INFORMATION, SHOW SETTINGS, ADVANCED SETUP, MANUAL, and CONTRAST. BORDER COMPENSATIONS: See next chapter for details. The SHOW ALL SETTINGS page displays all machine settings as a matrix and is useful for recording all settings prior to a program update or for future reference.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.3.- Changing the Needle Please follow all safety procedures, turning the power off to the machine is recommended. 1. Locate the needle screw, on the front side of the needle chuck. 2. Insert a small Allen screw driver and loosen the screw. Do not remove the screw.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists Left Sewing Head “Serger” Left Sewing Head “Chainstich” Right Sewing Head “Serger” Right Se wing Head “Chainstich”...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.5.- Loading Materials 2.5.1.- Initial Border Loading Procedure It is important that the machine operator read this manual and is familiar with all the functions and safety concerns of the unit before operating. 1. Turn power “ON” by pressing the On button on the Main Power Switch and wait until machine arrives to READY-NEW ORDER screen 2.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 6. Using the Left Head Adjustment Crank set the Left head to the desired finished width, Feed fabric through guide assembly: over first bar, under second, then into the front guides on the main frame, across. 7.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.5.2.- Handle Indexer Loading Procedure. For the optimum performance and minimal machine downtime, you need to obtain two or more spools part # MMSPOOL2.13B of handle strap and store them near the machine. This method will allow quick handle spool changing when one spool runs out of material, and gives the operator some time to prepare the next spool while the machine is running.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.5.3.- Border Splicing Method When the machine runs out of border material it stops, and automatically back feeds about 10 inches to make the border splicing easier. The screen displays an “Out of Border Material” message. To make the operation of the 4300 machine more efficient, the border splicing on the Serging Station must be performed correctly.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.6.- Creating a Style On the “CREATE/EDIT STYLE” Menu proceed as following: 1. Select “BORDER LENGTH” and introduce the dimension “A”: from your border. Units are displayed in tenths of inches Example 314.25 inches 2. Select HANDLES” and introduce the amount of handles you will require.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.7.- Set Up and Operating It is important that the machine operator and sewing mechanical read this manual and is familiar with all the functions and safety concerns of the unit before operating. 2.7.1.- Power Up Procedure ...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.7.3.- Setting Up The Machine To Make Borders If you see a message “Border Slack Warning” on the screen, open the prefeed rollers and pull back the slack border material until the prefeed loop eye is uncovered and then close the rollers. ...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.7.4.- Compensation and Set-up Instructions Step 1: Adjusting the Feed and Prefeed compensation Make a Queen size border without handles and measure the length. Adjust the Feed compensation value until it measures correctly. Once the border length is correct, run the Prefeed compensation test using a piece of border that has been marked with two lines that are 300”...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.7.2.- Quality Check sheet & Procedure Refer to the “Border Handle Quality Check sheet” on next page The operator of the 4300 Border Handle Machine must check a border four (4) times each shift (at start-up, 1st break, lunch, 2nd break) and fill out the Border Handle Quality Check sheet according to the following procedure Insert a "P"...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.8.- Maintenance It is important that the machine operator read this manual and is familiar with all the functions and safety concerns of the unit before operating. General Safety Instructions The machine shall be switched off, come to a standstill and be secured so that it cannot be switched on again inadvertently before starting any maintenance work whatsoever.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.-TECHNICAL MANUAL All maintenance should be performed by a qualified service technician. 3.1.- Mechanical 3.1.1- Sewing Head Adjustments 1.- Adjusting the needle height 1. First, check to see if the needle is inserted to the proper depth. 2.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.- Adjusting the lower lopper Lower looper setting distance When the lower looper is at the farthest position to the left, adjust setting distance (B) between the center line of the overlock needle and the point of the lower according to the machine type. To make this adjustment, loosen screw (5) and move looper holder (7) left or right as required.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 4.- Adjusting the double chain stitch looper 1.- Adjust clearance (a) between the center line of the double chain stitch needle and the point of the looper correctly. 1. Turn the hand wheel until the double chain stitch looper is at its farthest position to the left.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 5.- Adjusting the needle guards 1. Adjusting the overlock needle guards •When the point of the lower looper has reached the center line of the overlock needle from the left, check to see if the needle is deflected 0-0.03mm toward the operator by the lower looper.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.1.2- Adjusting Cutting Blades A clean cut of the border will depend on the type of material, the sharpening of the blade and the tension of between the cutting blades. In order to adjust the tension between blades please follow these procedure.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists The Handle Knife Blade 1. Make sure air is off to the system. 2. Remove the four standard hex head screws and remove feed roller assembly. 3. Loosen the two metric screws only enough to allow adjusting of the blade.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 4. The silver and black plate need to be flush. Turn of the adjustment screw very slightly clockwise to adjust the blade. 5. Each time you adjust the set screw test the cutting blade by manually pushing down and cutting a piece of border material.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.2.- Pneumatic 3.2.1.- Main Air pressure regulator AA198-5110 The regulator assembly is located behind the table. The regulator is for the main air pressure, this is normally set to 70 to 80 psi. The purpose of the regulator is to keep the operating pressure of the system (secondary pressure) virtually constant regardless of fluctuations in the line pressure (primary pressure) and the air consumption.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.3.- Electrical All maintenance should be performed by a qualified service technician. 3.3.1.- Main Power witch The main power On/Off switch is on the back of the machine. It is used to turn the power on to the whole machine. This machine requires 220V Single Phase 15 Amps.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.3.2.- Sensors 1.- Photoelectric Eyes FFSM312VQ There are 5 Photoelectric sensors mounted on the machine. “A” Left head Hand wheel eye. Reads a piece of reflective tape located on the pulley disks The Hand wheel eye is responsible for reporting to the Efka motor that the sewing head is sewing at the set RPM, stitch counting for all counters, and for needle position when stopping “B”...
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists Eye Sensor Adjustment 1. Remove the clear plastic cover from the end of the sensor. There are two adjusting screws under the cover. One is labeled “GAIN” and is used to set the sensitivity of the sensor.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists Border Flaw Mark Adjustment 1. First mark a small piece of border or Handle with the definite black line. (Like the border or a handle had been marked for a flaw). 2. Place the marked piece of the border on top of the plate above the flaw mark sensor.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.- Air Cylinder Sensors There are several sensors locate on the cylinders. A: Hall Switch. AAEHSKQ Used on following cylinders: Border knife open & close. Handle clamp up B: Hall Switch.AAEDY59A-3M Used on following cylinders: Handle knife open &...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.4.- Stepping Motor Control Box There are 3 stepping motor box located inside the machine. CONVEYORS, HANDLE LOAD, HANDLE FEED The back of the boxes has an on/off switch, fuse, and cables. Leave the on/off switch on all the time. When working on the box always disconnect the power cord before servicing.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.4.5.- Mini Switch (SW1) In case of replacement of the boxes please review following adjustments. Switch # 1: Control the rotations of the motor CW: Clock wise rotation. CCW: Counter close wise Switch 2: No function ...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.5.- Efka Motor 3.5.1.- Programming the Code Number NOTE: The parameter numbers in the illustrations below serve as examples and may not be available in all program versions. In this case, the display shows the next higher parameter number. See List of Parameters.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists Parameter Selection Direct Selection...
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists Changing Parameter values...
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists Parameter Selection with the +/- Keys...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.5.2.- To Perform Master Reset of Parameters: 1. Power on holding down the "P" button till "COD" is displayed. 2. Press ">>" once and enter the number "591" or 5913 for 4 digits screens 3. Press "E" twice and "093" is displayed. 4.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.- Left Sewing Head PARAMETER RANGE VALUE DESCRIPTION Mode of operation. MUST SET THIS PARAMETER FIRST! EB301 Treadle Mode Maximum speed when "129" is 0, 1, or 200-9900 rpm Linear acceleration 1=ccw Motor rotation External hand wheel sensor configuration.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.- Pre-Feed PARAMETER RANGE VALUE DESCRIPTION Mode of operation. MUST SET THIS PARAMETER FIRST! EB301 Treadle Mode 70-390 Positioning speed 0-999 Maximum speed when "129" is 0, 1, or 2. Linear acceleration 0-50 Braking power at standstill 1-CCW Motor rotation 1-55...
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 4.- Puller NOTE: Program and run the Right Sew Head before programming the Puller. Use the "5131E" Efka program, or "5131I" and above for the puller. PARAMETER RANGE VALUE DESCRIPTION Mode of operation. MUST SET THIS 0-26 PARAMETER FIRST!!! EB301 treadle mode...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.6.- Serial Bus 3.6.1.- Technical Menus 1.- Advance Settings The ADVANCED SETTINGS from the ADVANCE FUNCTION menu accesses the advanced machine settings and functions not normally accessible by the operator. After power on or a reset, a pass code must be entered to access these screens.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 2.- Advance Manual. The four ADVANCED MANUAL pages contain buttons, shown as dark "3" dimensional rectangles, and input indicators, shown as light rectangles. The buttons are used to manually turn on or off individual output functions of the machine for testing and troubleshooting. The input indicators show if the computer can "see"...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.6.2.- Calibrating the Touch Screen If you are having troubles locating the right place to get access to the function by touching the screen a screen calibration may be required. Proceed as following: 1. Place one finger on the screen and hold it there while pushing the Green ON button.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 5. Repeat step 4 where these lines intersect. NOTE: The implementation of step 3 and step 4 directly affects the validity of all the buttons in the entire program. It is very important to be accurate. Press the language button of your choice.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.6.4.- Standard Modules 1.- Program Module…4080-150 Stores the program information. It is also used to load program modifications or updates. For update procedures please refer to next chapter. 2.- Memory Module….4080-970 Stores the unique data required to operate this particular machine; such as serial number, original factory parameters, etc.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 5.- Update a Machine using a New Program Module NOTE: Very Important Before starting the procedure below, go to Advanced Settings and write down all the settings shown in these screens. 1. Turn off power to the machine. 2.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 3.7.- Maintenance All maintenance should be performed by a qualified service technician. • Maintenance should only be performed by trained, qualified personnel. Before performing any maintenance or repair work, switch off the electrical, pneumatic, etc. power to the machine at the main source and secure it with a padlock so that it cannot be switched on again without authorization.
Technical Manual & Parts Lists Sewing trouble shooting 1. Handles are not straight a. Foot Pressure on Sergers. (Both units must have equal pressure.) b. Check top feed control box settings (They must be the same number value) c. Trim knife on sew head is dull or too low. 2.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 4. Handle already prepped error a. Check handle length eye adjustment b. Replace reflective tape on handle clamp. 5. Handle feed timeout error a. Out of handle material b. Check handle length eye adjustment c. Handle feed puller is not down or handle material is jammed.
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Technical Manual & Parts Lists 4300020 Left Sewing Head Assembly AAC Drawing Number 4300020 Rev 0 NO. QTY PART # DESCRIPTION NO. QTY PART # DESCRIPTION 11200T BUMPER,1/4-28 AAC7S-1 CYLINDER,AIR,SA 1961-002 CUTTER,LOWER,LEFT HAND AAQME-5-8 QUICK MALE ELBOW 1961-003C CUTTER,UPPER,LEFT HAND FFSM312LVQ EYE,ELECTRIC,10-30VDC 1975-412A PLATE,NUT,4-40,.95CTC...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 4300265 Left Head Foot Assembly AAC Drawing Number 4300265 Rev 0 PART # DESCRIPTION 4300262 FOOT, LH HEAD 4300508 SHANK, LH, PEG BBB-66 BEARI NG,NEEDLE,. M1J96- SHAFT,60C,.375DI A SSBC90048 8-32 X 3/4 BUTTON 208958-B- HI NGE PI N, 1/8-44 SSSC85016 6-40 X 1/4 SOC...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 4300035 Control Assembly AAC Drawing Number 4300035 Rev 7 NO QTY PART # DESCRIPTION 4080-110 MODULE,QUAD I NPUT 4080-120 MODULE,DUAL OPTO-I SO 4080-130 MODULE,QUAD OPTO-I SO 4080-140 MODULE,QUAD OUTPUT 4080-150 MODULE,PROGRAM 4080-200 MODULE,AI R PRESSURE 4080-930 MODULE,DATA 4080-950...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 4300270 Right Top Belt Feed Assembly AAC Drawing Number 4300270 Rev 0 NO QTY PART # DESCRIPTION 1325-39C SPRI NG CLI P 1342Z-201 ROLLER,DELRI N,TOP BELT FD 3517 WASHER,THRUST,BRONZE 3554-2A PULLEY,GEAR,1/5 PI TCH 49023 ROLLER,FRONT 49038 BELT COVER SPACER 4300024...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 4300280 Left Top Belt Feed Assembly AAC Drawing Number 4300280 Rev 0 NO QTY PART # DESCRIPTION 1325-39G SPRING CLIP 1342Z-201 ROLLER,DELRIN,TOP BELT FD 3517 WASHER,THRUST,BRONZE 3554-2A PULLEY,GEAR,1/5 PITCH 49023 ROLLER,FRONT 49038 BELT COVER SPACER 4300024 PLATE,NUT 1/4-20,2.50 CTC 4300050...
Technical Manual & Parts Lists 4300221 Insert Rail Assembly, 18” AAC Drawing Number 4300221 Rev 0 QTY PART # DESCRIPTION 1356142 BLOCK, RAIL STOP 4300222 BRKT, MTG, LINEAR RAIL MMAGH25CAN LINEAR BEARING MMAGR251070N RAIL,LINEAR AG SERIES SSSC01040 1/4-20 X 5/8" SOC CAP SC SSSC98056 10-32 X 7/8 SOC CAP...
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Atlanta Attachment Company (AAC) Statement of Warranty Manufactured Products Atlanta Attachment Company warrants manufactured products to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of eight hundred (800) hours of operation or one hundred (100) days whichever comes first. Atlanta Attachment Company warrants all electrical components of the Serial Bus System to be free from defects in material or workmanship for a period of thirty six (36) months.
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Declaración de Garantía Productos Manufacturados Atlanta Attachment Company garantiza que los productos de fabricación son libres de defectos de material y de mano de obra durante un período de ochocientos (800) horas de operación o cien (100) días, cual llegue primero.
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Atlanta Attachment Company 362 Industrial Park Drive Lawrenceville, GA 30046 770-963-7369 www.atlatt.com Printed in the USA...
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