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ULTRAFEED LSZ
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GUIDEBOOK
USE, MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING, SCHEMATICS

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  • Page 1 ULTRAFEED LSZ ® GUIDEBOOK USE, MAINTENANCE, TROUBLESHOOTING, SCHEMATICS...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Bobbin Winding Issues ������������������������������ 44 Starting to Sew ������������������������������������������ 20 To watch all of the setup and maintenance videos in this Ultrafeed Timing �������������������������������� 45-54 guidebook, please visit Sailrite�com/LSZ-Guidebook-Videos Regulating Stitch Length ��������������������������� 21 for a complete video playlist� Sewing in Reverse������������������������������������� 21 Schematics ����������������������������������������...
  • Page 3: Ultrafeed Safety

    Ultrafeed Safety Ultrafeed Machine Damage Prevention Please observe the following when using your Sailrite ® sewing machine: To prevent damage and keep your machine running smoothly, please observe the following when sewing: • Turn off the motor when servicing, changing needle or •...
  • Page 4: Preparing To Sew

    Stitch by Stitch ® Variable Speed Needle and thread recommendations for sewing specialty fabrics are available online in our “Thread & Needle Recommendation Guide�” Search #300032XHT at Sailrite�com to learn more� 140 spm* 550 spm** *65 spm with optional Monster ll Balance Wheel ®...
  • Page 5: Needle Types

    Needle Types Ultrafeed Sewing Machines require 135x17 or 135x16 needles sizes #10 to #22, all available at Sailrite � ® Triangular Point needles have sharp, three-sided DI needles have large, diamond-shaped cutting points cutting points that easily sew thick or hard leather� They that easily sew heavy, dry and hard leather�...
  • Page 6: Needle Installation

    If it isn’t, loosen the needle screw and push the needle further up until it stops moving� Scan to watch a video on how to install a needle� Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook ®...
  • Page 7: Presser Feet & Feed Dog Installation

    Install a Feed Dog” before proceeding to step 3� wheel until the needle is in its highest position� Firmly tighten the screw (A)� Scan to watch a video on how to install a presser foot set� Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 10 ®...
  • Page 8: What Is The Posi-Pin ® Safety

    NOTE: When the Ultrafeed is not being used, remove the Posi-Pin and place it in the Posi-Pin Keeper (B) or the storage cubby ® and can only be found on Sailrite sewing machines� Its main purpose is to prevent (C)� This is to prevent the compression shaft from enduring unnecessary deformity over time�...
  • Page 9: Winding Bobbins

    Scan to watch a video on all the way in until the shoulder is flush against the balance how to wind a bobbin� wheel� Rotating the balance wheel will now cause the machine to function� 13 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 14 ®...
  • Page 10: Threading The Machine

    (O)� Finally, pass the thread through the hole in the presser foot from top to bottom (P)� Scan to watch a video on how to thread the machine� 15 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 16 ®...
  • Page 11 Bobbin Finger Bobbin Case Tension Adjustment Screw Slit Tension Plate Spring-Loaded Lever NOTE: Machine head tilted back� Scan to watch a video on how to wind a bobbin� 17 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 18 ®...
  • Page 12: Picking Up Bobbin Thread

    (29)� Press the foot control pedal to begin sewing and 7� release the trapped threads after the first few stitches. Scan to watch a video on how to get started sewing� 19 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 20 ®...
  • Page 13: Sewing In Reverse

    DO NOT the fabric or the needle will bend� NOTE: Plate markings are for reference only, the lever will not line up perfectly with marks� 21 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 22 ®...
  • Page 14: Thread Tension Adjustment

    1/4 turn until proper tension is achieved� Knots centered — PERFECT STITCH NOTE: Decorative cap removed (Excessive tension shown)� Scan to watch a video on how to adjust stitch tension� 23 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 24 ®...
  • Page 15: Adjusting Presser Foot Tension

    When sewing delicate or spongy materials, reduce the foot pressure� Turn the thumbscrew until it comes free of the machine, and then rethread it about three complete rotations for the lightest spring setting (41)� Decrease Downward Pressure Increase Downward Pressure 25 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 26 ®...
  • Page 16: Ultrafeed Maintenance

    Marine Use & Potential for Rust If the machine will be used or stored in a harsh environment, lubricate the working parts of the machine with Sailrite Sewing Machine Oil prior to storage and before each use� We also recommend using Boeshield T-9, a paraffin-based ®...
  • Page 17 Left end and back side lubrication points Underside lubrication points NOTE: Retaining ring removed� 29 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 30 ®...
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting The Ultrafeed

    You can start a support case by visiting Sailrite�com/support and filling out the online form. One of our support team members will review your case and contact you. We will do our best to satisfy every support request accurately, completely and in a timely manner�...
  • Page 19: Replacing The Take-Up Spring

    Scan to watch a video on how Spin the arm of the spring clockwise past the slot in to replace the take-up spring� 6� the plastic core� 33 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 34 ®...
  • Page 20: If Posi-Pin

    Install a new needle and you are ready to keep sewing� 7� Scan to watch a video on how to replace the Posi-Pin� Gib Hook Axle 35 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 36 ®...
  • Page 21: Skipped Stitches

    Bent or damaged needles must be replaced� Increase the downward pressure on the presser foot by tightening the presser regulating thumbscrew (p� 25, 40, A)� 37 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 38 ®...
  • Page 22: Thread Issues

    Check that your thread is correctly threaded along the thread path (p� 15)� 3� Thread Snagging Make sure the thread is not snagging anywhere from the cone/spool to the needle� > Gib Hook > Retaining Ring Cap Spring 39 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 40 ®...
  • Page 23 (p� 15, K) reaches its uppermost position, then starts to descend� This allows the hook to release the thread loop and proper upper tension to be applied to finish the stitch. 41 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 42 ®...
  • Page 24: Needle Issues

    Use a 2�5mm hex key to tighten the two 3� set screws (p� 23) that fasten the bushing to the machine’s upper shaft, then reinstall the balance wheel and check for proper operation� 43 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 44 ®...
  • Page 25: Ultrafeed Timing

    If your Ultrafeed is still not performing properly after adjusting the needle bar height, proceed to check the rotational timing (p� 47)� Scan to watch a video on how to adjust machine timing� 45 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 46 ®...
  • Page 26 (C) has shifted left on the lower shaft (I) and must be reset� After adjusting the driver, check the left-right positioning of the shuttle gib hook (p� 49)� 47 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 48...
  • Page 27 For the sake of clarity, (70) shows the machine without the retaining ring installed� While this makes it easier to > see the timing, the hook must be held in place with light finger pressure to keep it from falling out of the shuttle assembly when rotating the balance wheel� 49 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 50 ®...
  • Page 28 (D) in either direction� After adjusting/verifying the correct left-right position of the shuttle gib hook, proceed to check the rotational positioning of the shuttle race guide shaft (p� 53)� 51 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 52...
  • Page 29 (B) to slide the cap spring forward or back� If more movement is required, you’ll need to adjust the rotational positioning of the shuttle race guide shaft (p� 54)� 53 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 54 ®...
  • Page 30 Needle Plate Screw A052 Shuttle Race Slide A048-B Three Hole Thread Guide W029 14 35 Upper Tension Assembly (includes 28) 8511 Components may be Bobbin Winder W030Z purchased separately� Screw A036 55 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 56 ®...
  • Page 31 L,R,C Lever Pin W066 103270 Needle Thread Guide Crank Rod Lever Cam Follower Adjust W067 Needle #20 (135x17) W028-2 7010 Screw Presser Foot Screw 103264 A036 Inside Presser Foot W012Z Presser Bar A035-1 57 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 58 ®...
  • Page 32 Shuttle Race Guide Shaft B170 Lower Shaft B172 Shuttle Driver W172 Shuttle Gib Hook 960122 Bobbin 123100 Bobbin Case Assembly 1232 Screw B139-2 Retaining Ring Cap Spring 160311 Retaining Ring Clip Set 123011 59 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 60 ®...
  • Page 33 Feed Dog Screw A078 Sawtooth Feed Dog W011Z Driving Crank Guide Nut W046-1 Driving Crank Guide Screw A061 Feed Lifting Rock Shaft A072 Feed Lifting Rock Shaft Crank A073 Screw B139-2 61 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 62 ®...
  • Page 34 Feed Screw Crank Rod Bearing Set Base W020-1 W025 End Plate W041 Crank Rod Bearing Set Base Screw End Plate Set Screw W025-1 W041-1 Presser Foot Bracket Limiter W014 Screw C097 63 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 64 ®...
  • Page 35 Speed Reduction Pulley Set Nut W061-2 Integrated LED Light 123701 Pulley Bracket W059 Motor Bracket Set Washer LT-2M-4 Motor Bracket Lock Washer LT-2M-3 Motor Bracket Bolt LT-2M-2 Belt Cover With Hex Bolt & Gasket 123315 65 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 66 ®...
  • Page 36: Specifications

    Output Watts #10-#22 Needle Size Range Built-in On-Off Switch Home Sizes to V-92 (T-90) Thread Range Select according to max amperage rating printout on bottom of WorkerB Control Box� 250V Fuse Type 67 | Sailrite�com Ultrafeed LSZ Guidebook | 68 ®...
  • Page 37: Warranty

    Control Box fuse)� ® is limited to the amount paid, less shipping� If sending the Ultrafeed (or related components) to Sailrite Warranty applies to the original for repair, the customer is responsible for all shipping costs machine purchaser and is to and from Sailrite�...
  • Page 38 One of our support staff members will review your case and contact you� Sailrite.com Equipping you to sew Serial #: ������������������������������������������� Date of Purchase: ������������������������������������ 124690*1 124690*1 Guidebook for Sailrite Ultrafeed ® ® Qty: 1 Ultrafeed Patented Technology Patents #6499415 · #7438009...

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