Aligning the feed dog in sewing direction....... 56 Adjusting the feed dog height at top dead center ....57 Position of the hook and needle......... 59 Adjusting the looping stroke position ........59 Adjusting the hook side clearance ......... 61 Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Opening the seam database (Show DB) ......191 18.6.15 Opening the bobbin database (Bobbins) ......192 18.6.16 Needle database (Needle DB) ........... 193 18.6.17 Calibrating the stepper motor (SM-Cali) ......195 18.6.18 Opening the calibration database (T.Tens.-Cali) ... 196 Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Additional program sab_SQLite_DB_Tool.exe ....255 18.23 Software update 550-D800 ..........259 18.23.1 Information on the steps of the update ........ 259 18.23.2 Update of the software............259 18.23.3 Problems while updating the software ......... 261 Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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NFC service not active or not available ....... 283 22.4.2 Windows firewall is blocking the NFC service...... 284 Technical data ..............287 23.1 Data and characteristic values ..........287 23.2 Requirements for fault-free operation ........288 Appendix................289 Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Table of Contents Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Steps to be performed for service, maintenance, and installation Steps to be performed via the software control panel The individual steps are numbered: First step Second step The steps must always be followed in the specified order. … Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Safety ( p. 11). 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 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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About these instructions Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
• Setting up the machine • Performing maintenance work and repairs • Performing work on electrical equipment Only authorized persons may work on the machine and must first have understood these instructions. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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 Icon Type of danger General Electric shock Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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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 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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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 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Place PCBs that you have unpacked from the protective sleeve or that you have disassembled on a grounded and statically discharged pad, with the component side facing up. A conductive foam pad is recommended, but do not use the protective sleeve of the PCB itself. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
1. Lay any excess cables neatly in proper cable snakes. 2. Bind together the cable loops with cable ties. Important Tie loops wherever possible to fixed parts. The cables must be secured firmly. 3. Cut off any overlapping cable ties. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
This stabilizes the connection and makes adjusting easier. Important Always ensure that the screws are completely flush with the surface. The rule is to always place the 1 screw in rotational direction onto the flat. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
The text for each type of adjustment work then specifies only the cover that needs to be disassembled at that particular time. Information Always apply 1 Nm of tightening torque when tightening the screws that are used to attach the covers. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
To tilt the machine head: 1. Tilt the machine head carefully as far as it will go. The tilt sensor detects the movement and locks the machine for as long as the machine head is tilted. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
To disassemble the front cover: 1. Switch off the machine. 2. Loosen the screws (2). 3. Remove the front cover (1) and CAREFULLY put it down behind the machine without damaging the monitor. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2. Loosen the screws (1). 3. Disassemble the motor cover (2). Assembling the motor cover To assemble the motor cover: 1. Set the lever (3) vertical. 2. Assemble the motor cover (2). 3. Tighten the screws (1). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
To disassemble the arm cover: 1. Loosen the screws (2). 2. Disassemble the arm cover (1). Assembling the arm cover To assemble the arm cover: 1. Assemble the arm cover (1). 2. Tighten the screws (2). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2. Loosen the screws (2) and remove one piece of the head cover. Fig. 7: Disassembling and assembling the 2-piece head cover (2) ④ ③ ③ (3) - Screws (4) - Cover 3. Loosen the screws (3). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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6. Loosen the screws (5) and remove the edge guide. Fig. 9: Disassembling and assembling the 2-piece head cover (2) ⑦ ⑦ (7) - Screws 7. Loosen the screws (7) and remove the second piece of the head cover. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
(1) - Screws (3) - Screws (2) - Toothed belt cover (4) - Handwheel Disassembling the toothed belt cover To disassemble the toothed belt cover: 1. Loosen screws (3) on the handwheel (4). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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To assemble the toothed belt cover: 1. Place the toothed belt cover (2); start by pulling out the screw (5) as far as possible and placing the plates (6) first. 2. Tighten the screws (1). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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To disassemble the toothed belt cover: 1. Loosen the screws (1) and pull it out as far as possible. 2. Remove the toothed belt cover (2); start by disassembling the cover from below. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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(3) - Plates Assembling the toothed belt cover To assemble the toothed belt cover: 1. Place the toothed belt cover (2); start by placing the plates (3) first. 2. Tighten the screws (1). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
3. Disassemble the BTSR sensor and put it aside for the time being. 4. Pull plugs off the PCB: • Thread clamp: Connection X10 (optional) • Thread tension: Connection X11 • Push button: Connection X12 Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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4. Slip plugs onto the PCB: • Thread clamp: Connection X10 (optional) • Thread tension: Connection X11 • Push button: Connection X12 5. Assemble the BTSR sensor again. 6. Assemble the front cover again ( p. 20). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
• Adjusting the feed dog feed movement • Aligning the needle bar linkage • Adjusting the looping stroke position • Adjusting the needle bar height • Adjusting an even sewing foot stroke • Adjusting the feeding foot movement Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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After completing the service routine Looping stroke, make sure to pull the locking peg out of the machine again! Information Serving as an example, the following is a description of only one service routine. The handling is similar for all other service routines. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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The machine moves to the programmed position and is switched off. The button lights up. The display shows the information that the Service Stop is active: Fig. 21: Calling up the service routine (3) 6. Make the required settings. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Fig. 23: Calling up the service routine (5) 9. Press the button. You are now in the service menu again. The machine moves back to its initial position and is ready to sew. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
For machines with a standard thread trimmer (FA): Ensure that the nose (4) of the bobbin case (3) is in the cutout of the throat plate (2). Fig. 25: Disassembling and assembling the throat plate (2) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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5. Close the throat plate slide ( p. 31). 6. Lower the feet manually using the lever at the rear of the machine. 7. Switch on the machine. The machine is ready to sew again. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
5. Check to ensure that the feed dog is not grinding against the cutout of the throat plate (2). To do so, slide a piece of paper through between feed dog and throat plate (2). There should be no resistance. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2. Turn the handwheel carefully until the locking peg (1) slides into the slot on the arm shaft crank. Removing the lock To remove the lock: 1. Pull the locking peg (1) out of the slot in the machine arm. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
In some setting programs, the handwheel is adjusted electronically. To adjust the handwheel into position: 1. Turn the handwheel until the specified number on the graduated scale (1) is next to the marking (2). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
3. Disassemble the thread tension plate ( p. 29). 4. Loosen the threaded pins (2). 5. Turn the arm shaft crank (1) such that the threaded pins (2) are seated completely on the flat of the arm shaft ( p. 17). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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④ Correct Collision (1) - Arm shaft crank (4) - Arm shaft 6. Position the arm shaft (4) flush with the arm shaft crank (1). 7. Tighten the threaded pins (2). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
The looping stroke securing position allows you to define the basic settings for the sewing foot stroke, the feed dog lift and the feed dog movement. Proper setting The markings on each eccentric are positioned correctly relative to one another. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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7. Loosen the threaded pins (3). 8. Turn the eccentric such that slot (1) lines up with slot (2). 9. Tighten the threaded pins (3). 10. Release the locked looping stroke position again. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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2. Loosen the threaded pins (6). 3. Turn the eccentric such that slot (4) lines up with slot (5). 4. Tighten the threaded pins (6). 5. Release the locked looping stroke position again. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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10. Loosen the threaded pins (8). 11. Turn the eccentric such that slot (9) lines up with slot (10). 12. Tighten the threaded pins (8). 13. Release the locked looping stroke position again. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2. Adjust the compensating weight (2) such that screw (1) and screw (4) are at the same height. Make sure there is a gap between the compensating weight (2) and the transmission lever (3). 3. Tighten the screw (1). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
(stitch length 0 = no feed) is determined by the Calibration zero stitch (in the area of the DACflex Commander). Cover • Remove the toothed belt cover ( p. 25) • Motor cover ( p. 21) • Remove the front cover ( p. 18) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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While doing so, make sure not to damage the cables. 4. Insert the locking peg (∅ 5 mm) (3) through the hole (4) of the cam and into the hole on the motor bracket (5). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
The forward and backward stitch are controlled by a stepper motor and adjusted via software. The calibration is performed only in the software and does not require that you mechanically set an eccentric. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Information Details on the settings of the Feed dog feed movement, the feed dog lift and the compensating weight are provided in the chapter Basic settings of the eccentrics. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
7. Check the feed dog position and readjust it if necessary. If this is not sufficient, move the entire feed dog carrier on the pusher shaft ( p. 52). 8. Finish the service routine. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
7. Push the set collars (2) toward each other as far as they will go. Important Make sure that the pusher shaft is tightened by the set collars and does not have any axial play. 8. Tighten the screw (4). 9. Tighten the threaded pins (3). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
5. Execute the service routine Needle-Hook > Needle bar ( p. 31). The software is used to define the necessary presettings on the machine. 6. Loosen the threaded pins (1) on the set collars (2). 7. Loosen the screw (3). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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14. Tighten the threaded pins (6). 15. Finish the service routine. Order Then, check the following settings: • Distance between hook and needle ( p. 61) • Looping stroke position ( p. 59) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
5. Loosen the screw (1). 6. Move the needle bar linkage until there is a distance of 10 mm between presser bar and walking foot bar. 7. Tighten the screw (1). 8. Finish the service routine. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
8. Align the feed dog in the sewing direction such that the needle pierces in the center of the needle hole. 9. Tighten the screw (1). Order Next, check the feed movement to the throat plate cutout at the maximum stitch length. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
To adjust the feed dog height at top dead center: 1. Execute the service routine Feed dog > Position to needle ( p. 31). The software is used to define the necessary presettings on the machine. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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6. Turn the lever (2) such that the upper edge of the feed dog protrudes 0.5 mm (KFA = 0.8 mm) above the throat plate. 7. Tighten the threaded pins (1). 8. Finish the service routine. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
• Needle bar linkage is aligned correctly ( p. 53), ( p. 55) Fig. 48: Adjusting the looping stroke position (1) ① ② (1) - Vertical center line of the needle (2) - Hook tip Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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The hook tip (2) points to the vertical center line of the needle. Information You can slightly loosen the threaded pin (4) if the thread trimmer cam (3) can only be moved with difficulty. 7. Tighten the threaded pins (5). 8. Finish the service routine. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
(1) - Threaded pins (3) - Hook support (2) - Threaded pin (4) - Screws Proper setting The distance between the hook tip and the groove of the needle is no greater than 0.1 mm. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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9. Tighten the threaded pin (2). 10. Tighten the screws (4). 11. Finish the service routine. Order Then, check the following setting: • Position of the needle guard ( p. 63) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
1. Execute the service routine Needle-Hook > Timing ( p. 31). The software is used to define the necessary presettings on the machine. 2. Disassemble the head cover ( p. 18). 3. Loosen the screw (2). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
1. Execute the service routine Needle-Hook > Timing ( p. 31). The software is used to define the necessary presettings on the machine. 2. Disassemble the throat plate ( p. 35). 3. Disassemble the feed dog ( p. 37). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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(1) far away enough so that it cannot be touched by the hook tip. • for pushing away more: Turn screw (2) counterclockwise • for pushing away less: Turn screw (2) clockwise 6. Finish the service routine. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
If the hook tip is located below the bobbin case lifter (2), the bobbin case lifter (2) must open so that the thread can also slide past in that position. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
(KFA) Always check the width of the lifting gap after making changes to the needle thread size. The correct width of the lifting gap depends on the thickness of the needle thread. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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(FA) / in the thread-pulling knife (KFA) (3). 7. Tighten the threaded pin (6). 8. Place the plug (4) and press down to seat it firmly. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
5. Use the allen key to turn the control cam (3) so that the bobbin case lifter opens at the correct point in time. 6. Tighten the threaded pin (4). 7. Insert the plug (2) into the opening. 8. Perform a sewing test. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Spring pressure always keeps the gear securely in the zero position on the control cam. Order First, check the following setting: • Basic setting of the eccentrics for sewing foot stroke, feed dog lift and feed dog movement Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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4. Disassemble the arm cover ( p. 18). 5. Disassemble the front cover ( p. 18). 6. Loosen all plugs from the PCB (2). 7. Release the latch/spacer (1). 8. CAREFULLY remove the PCB (2) from the spacers (1). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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11. Loosen the threaded pin (6). Check if the threaded pin underneath is seated firmly on the flat. If not, tighten the threaded pin so that there is no play. 12. Tighten the threaded pin (6). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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15. Use your hand to test if the gear (7) is pushed to the 0 position by the spring. 16. Assemble the PCB (3) again. 17. Attach the plug at the PCB (3). 18. Place the cover (1) of the PCB. 19. Connect the plug (2). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
3. Set the feed dog to the level of the throat plate. 4. Loosen the screw (3). 5. Lower presser foot (2) and walking foot (1) to the level of the throat plate. 6. Re-tighten the screw (3). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
To adjust the sewing foot pressure and the sewing foot lift: 1. Switch off the machine. 2. Disassemble the toothed belt cover ( p. 25). 3. Disassemble the motor cover ( p. 21). 4. Insert the locking peg (∅ 5 mm) (1). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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7. Turn the curve (7) until the roller (8) is seated in the recess of the curve (7). 8. To align the lever (5) sideways: The roller (8) must be flush with the curve (7). 9. Tighten the screw (6). 10. Remove the locking peg (1). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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When the pedal is pressed completely back, the sewing feet will be raised after the thread is cut so that the sewing material can be removed. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
• higher needle thread tension: thick sewing material, high thread strengths Proper setting The loop of the needle thread slides at low tension over the thickest point of the hook (thread lever UT), without forming loops or snagging. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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The factory setting of the needle thread regulator (2) is such that the right notch of the needle thread regulator (2) is centered above the right screw (1). 14. Close the throat plate slide again ( p. 31). 15. Press the Service Stop button. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Adjusting the needle thread tension 16. Finish the seam. 17. Check the seam program and adjust again if necessary. 18. Confirm the bobbin. The machine is ready to sew again. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2. Turn the stop (2) to adjust the spring travel. • longer spring travel: Turn the stop (2) counterclockwise • shorter spring travel: Turn the stop (2) clockwise 3. Tighten the screw (3). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
• greater spring tension: Turn screw (4) counterclockwise • less spring tension: Turn screw (4) clockwise The scale (2) of the spring balance (1) indicates the thread tension reading. 5. Tighten the knurled nut (3). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
( p. 15). Wear antistatic wrist straps when handling the PCBs. Fig. 71: Replacing the thread force sensor (1) ③ (3) - Thread force sensor Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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3. Switch off the machine. 4. Unplug the power plug. Important 5. Ensure that the uninterrupted power supply (UPS) is switched off and the machine is powered off. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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13. Unpack the new parts. 14. Assemble the new thread force sensor. 15. Assemble the new PCB. Stickers on the new thread force sensor and on the new PCB indicate the date of the next inspection. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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16. Return the old thread force sensor (3) together with the old PCB (2) to Dürkopp Adler. Information The test results for the new thread force sensor and the new PCB are recorded in a certificate, which has been included. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Cover • Open the throat plate slide ( p. 31) • Disassemble the throat plate ( p. 35) • Disassemble the feed dog ( p. 37) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
1. Fit the counter blade (10) on the knife carrier (8) and push it up against the thread-pulling knife (12) without pressure. 2. Tighten the screw (9). 3. Loosen the screw (4). 4. Loosen the threaded pin (7). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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The knife carrier has no axial play, but can still run smoothly. 4. Tighten the screw (4). 5. Engage the latch (2). 6. Check the position of the thread-pulling knife (12) and readjust it if necessary. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
(1) catches. If the locking latch (1) does not reach all the way to the bolt (5) when catching, adjust the control cam sideways ( p. 91). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
5. Screw in the threaded pin (8) until the distance between roller (3) and control cam (7) is 0.1 ± 0.05 mm. The threaded pin (8) abuts on the set collar (5). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2. Turn the counter blade support (2) with the bobbin case support (1) until the front edge of the bobbin case support (1) is flush with the nose of the bobbin case. 3. Tighten the screw (3). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
3. Place the counter blade (3) in position against the thread-pulling knife (1). 4. Tighten the screw (4). 5. Check if the setting is now as specified above - if NOT, adjust the setting again. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
6. Use the handwheel to turn the machine until the thread is cut shortly before reaching the marking (2). 7. Check if the thread was cut at the 65° position on the handwheel. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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2. Move the control cam (5) towards the set collar (4) until it makes contact and correct the position of the control cam (5) by turning. 3. Tighten the threaded pins (6) on the control cam (5). 4. Check and, if necessary, correct the cutting position. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
When the safety release clutch is engaged, threaded pins (1) and (2) are parallel to each other (figure above). When the safety release clutch is disengaged, threaded pins (1) and (2) are not parallel to each other. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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3. Turn the handwheel until the pin (4) slides into the slot on the set collar (5). 4. Continue to turn the handwheel until the safety release clutch engages with an audible click. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
3. Using the screw driver, turn the washer on the slot (1) so that 8 Nm is reached for the torque. • Increase force: turn in the direction + • Decrease force: turn in the direction - 4. Tighten the screw (3). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2. Fit the bobbin (4) on the bobbin shaft (3). 3. Turn the bobbin (4) on the bobbin shaft (3) until the drive dog spring audibly clicks into place in the slot of the bobbin (4). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
• Bobbin Ø 28 mm: Ø 27 ± 0.5 mm 15.2 Adjusting the bobbin thread guide Fig. 86: Adjusting the bobbin thread guide ① ② 20.9 mm (1) - Screw (2) - Bobbin thread guide Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Turn the bobbin thread guide (2) to the front • To wind on the bobbin thread further to the rear: Turn the bobbin thread guide (2) to the rear 3. Tighten the screw (1). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
(2) - Screw 6. Loosen the screw (2) on the tensioning roller (1). The toothed belt tension is slack. 7. Remove the tensioning roller (1). Make sure not to lose the washer. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2. Disassemble the front cover ( p. 18). 3. Disassemble the arm cover ( p. 18). 4. Disassemble handwheel and toothed belt cover ( p. 25). 5. Disassemble the motor cover ( p. 21). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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• CAN cable (7) 7. Pull the cable (9) out of the terminals. 8. Loosen the screws (1). 9. Remove the holder (8) with the PCB. Important Make sure not to lose the nut (6). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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The toothed belt tension is slack. 14. Remove the tensioning roller (10). Make sure not to lose the washer. 15. Remove the toothed belt (13). 16. Tilt the machine head. 17. Remove the toothed belt (11). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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24. Continue to turn the gear wheel (17) until the toothed belt (16) rests completely on the gear wheel. 25. Erect the machine head. Fig. 92: Changing the lower toothed belt (4) ⑬ ⑩ ⑭ (10) - Tensioning roller (14) - Screw (13) - Toothed belt Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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• Cable thread trimmer (4) (optional), slot X11 • Cable thread trimmer (5), slot X12 • CAN cable (7), slot X1 34. Clamp the cable (9) into the terminals. 35. Assemble the covers. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Fig. 94: Overview of the components ⑥ ① ⑤ ④ ② ③ (1) - Support plate (4) - Toothed belt (2) - Motor (5) - Handwheel (3) - Toothed belt wheel (6) - Tensioning roller Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
7. Remove the handwheel (2). Fig. 96: Disassembling the sewing motor (2) ③ ⑤ ④ (3) - Tensioning roller (5) - Screw (4) - Screw 8. Loosen the screw (5). The holder will not be removed. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Fig. 98: Disassembling the sewing motor (4) ⑦ ⑧ (7) - Screw (8) - Support plate 12. Loosen the screws (7) on the support plate (8). 13. Remove the support plate (8) together with the motor. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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16. Pull off the toothed belt wheel (11). 17. Loosen the screws (13) on the support plate (8). 18. Pull off the motor (9) and replace it with a new one ( p. 112). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2. Fit the toothed belt wheel (3) Fig. 102: Assembling the sewing motor (2) ⑥ ④ ③ ⑤ (3) - Toothed belt wheel (5) - Cable (4) - Motor (6) - Threaded pin Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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5. Attach the support plate (1) along with the motor (4) using the two screws (7) on the left. Fig. 104: Assembling the sewing motor (4) ⑧ (8) - Toothed belt 6. Place the toothed belt (8). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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11. Fit the handwheel (11) - make sure the centering pin is seated firmly, as the hall sensor will otherwise not be able to complete referencing properly ( p. 25). 12. Tighten screws (12) on the handwheel (11). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Security level Full access to the following work steps at the machine Access Highly restricted access Sewing Access Moderately restricted Sewing access Seam programs Database Access Unrestricted access Sewing Seam program Database Check Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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To adjust the security levels: 1. Log in with security level 2 ( p. 124). 2. Open the Setup display ( p. 181). The display switches to: Fig. 107: Adjusting security levels (0-2) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
The displays vary depending on whether the machine is equipped with the various scanners or not. The user can choose between 2 options on the register screen: • Log in ( p. 124) • Shut down the PC and the machine Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Fig. 110: Start screen (3) 3. Use the hand scanner to scan the hook thread barcode below the hook thread cone. 4. Confirm with OK. The display switches to: Fig. 111: Start screen (4) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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2. If necessary, align the bobbin such that the bobbin barcode can be scanned in full. Once the bobbin barcode has been scanned successfully, the display Hand scanner will disappear. You are now ready to log in ( p. 124). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
The main screen for a user with security level 0 looks like this: Fig. 113: Main screen (1) The main screen for a user with security level 1 looks like this: Fig. 114: Main screen (2) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Delete the bobbin in the system p. 222 0, 1 and 2 Delete bobbin p. 198 0, 1 and 2 Check scanner Exit program p. 237 Exit Shut down PC 0, 1 and 2 Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
This is the register screen for a user with security level 2: Fig. 117: Register screen (2) To open the register screen: 1. Press the Access button on the main screen. The display switches to the register screen. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
A press of these white input fields will open an input window. Once entered, the new value appears in the white input field. The arrow in the first column of a list indicates which row / file has been selected. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
All functions that are not available to the logged-in user on account of their access rights are displayed semi-transparent. These functions cannot be selected. All functions that are available to the logged-in user on account of their access rights are displayed in full color. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
(1) - Scanner Fig. 120: Logging in with the hand scanner (2) To log in using the hand scanner: 1. Click the Access BC button with the mouse. The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
18.2.2 Logging in with a password Fig. 122: Logging in with a password (1) To log in manually via software: 1. Press the Access button on the main screen. The display switches to the register screen: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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4. Enter the desired name. 5. Confirm with OK. 6. Press the Password input field. An input window appears. 7. Enter the desired password. 8. Confirm with OK. You have been logged in. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Fig. 125: Logging in using the fingerprint scanner To log in using the fingerprint scanner (2): 1. Press the Access FP button. The control panel shows a notice indicating that the fingerprint scanner (2) is active. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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If the fingerprint is not recognized because it is unknown or was captured only partially, a corresponding error message will be displayed. If a user is logged in, they will be logged out automatically. Repeat the login procedure. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
(1) - NFC reader 2. Hold the NFC tag into the zone of the NFC reader (1). The control panel switches from the start screen to the main screen of the corresponding security level. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
1. Log in with security level 2 ( p. 124). 2. Open the user database ( p. 131). 3. Select the user whose access barcode you wish to print. 4. Press the Print BC button. The access barcode is printed again. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
To store an image for a created user: 1. Log in with security level 2 ( p. 124). 2. Open the register screen ( p. 122). 3. Press the Show users button. The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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6. Press the Open button. The user image is loaded. From now on, the user image will appear on the main screen and on the register screen as well as during sewing. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
5. To define the desired security level for the new user, press the 0, 1 or 2 button. The check mark on the button indicates which security level has been selected (in this case, 0). 6. To store a user image, press the User photo button. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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To create a new user using fingerprint detection: 1. Log in with security level 2. 2. Open the register screen ( p. 122). 3. Press the New button. The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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The fingerprint must be immediately linked to a user profile as it cannot be added later once the user has been set up. 7. Press the FingerPrnt button. The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Fig. 136: Creating a new user (4) ① (1) - Button 9. Click the Access FP (1) button with the mouse. The display switches to: Fig. 137: Creating a new user (5) 10. Confirm with OK. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Fig. 139: Creating a new user (7) Information If the fingerprint is not detected at all or only in part, the following error message will be displayed: Fig. 140: Creating a new user (8) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Fig. 141: Creating a new user (9) 16. Confirm with OK. An Identity number will appear automatically in the input field of the same name. Fig. 142: Creating a new user (10) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
4. Select the user you wish to delete. The arrow in the first column on the left indicates which user is currently selected. 5. Press the Delete user button. The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
1. Log in with security level 2 ( p. 124). 2. Open the register screen ( p. 122). 3. Press the Delete button. The display switches to: Fig. 145: Deleting the fingerprint database (1) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Change / re-define the threads to be used for several seam seam programs programs p. 164 Export seam program Export individual seam programs p. 166 Import seam program Import individual seam programs p. 166 Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Fig. 148: Opening the Seam programs display (2) 18.4.2 Creating a new seam program You can create up to 9999 seam programs for the machine. Only users with security levels 1 and 2 can create new seam programs. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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An input window appears. 5. Enter a new seam program code. 6. Confirm with 7. Press the Seam program name input field. An input window appears. 8. Enter a new seam program name. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Fig. 152: Creating a new seam program (4) The new seam program has been created with default values and can now be adapted. For detailed explanations, refer to the next chapter ( p. 146). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Sew label on the end label in this seam section. The end label barcode is supposed to be scanned, and the label is supposed to be sewn in at this seam section. p. 157 Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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2. Open the Seam programs display ( p. 143). The display switches to: Fig. 153: Opening the Seam program display (1) 3. Press the Edit seam program button. The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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The input window disappears, and the desired seam program code is displayed in the input field. 7. Confirm with OK. The following display appears: Fig. 155: Opening the Seam program display (3) Here, you can edit all settings of a seam program. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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To define a documented seam section: 1. Open the Seam program display ( p. 147). 2. Select the free seam section you wish to convert into a documented seam section ( p. 149). 3. Press the SAB button. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Fig. 159: Defining a documented seam section To adjust the stitch length correction factor: 1. Open the Seam program display ( p. 147). 2. Determine how many mm of the desired stitch length have actually been implemented. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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(for ETT only). It is possible to link such a teach-in file to every seam section. A different teach-in file can be linked to each documented/free seam section. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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To set the stroke that can be switched on/off using the knee button: 1. Open the Seam program display ( p. 147). 2. Press the Stroke knee input field. An input window appears. 3. Enter the desired stroke. 4. Confirm with Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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This function may prove useful, for instance, if you sew a bartack prior to a documented seam or sewing material that is particularly fluff or has particularly unclean edges. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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To set the length of the documented seam section: 1. Open the Seam program display ( p. 147). 2. Press the Total length input field. An input window appears. 3. Enter the desired length (mm). 4. Confirm with Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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To enter the text: 1. Open the Seam program display ( p. 147). 2. Press the Printed label Text input field. An input window opens. 3. Enter the desired text. 4. Confirm with Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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The image of the seam program will be displayed at the start of the sewing process. To link an image to a seam program: 1. Open the Seam program display ( p. 147). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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The end label is used to assign a unique production number with barcode to the fully processed sewing material. The barcode is read via the end label scanner, revealing, for instance, if an error occurred during the sewing process. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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If the foot lift function is switched on for a documented seam section, the sewing feet can be lifted at a sewing stop. If the foot lift function is switched off, lifting the sewing feet manually in a documented seam section will not be possible Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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1. Open the Seam program display ( p. 147). 2. Select the seam section you wish to delete. 3. Press the Delete button. The display switches to a confirmation prompt. 4. Confirm with OK. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Autom. Lift Seam end sewing foot is lifted automatically at the end of the seam Sewing backwards Needle cooling Seam Center Guide Puller Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
An input window appears. 5. Enter the seam program code of the seam program you wish to copy. 6. Confirm with OK. The display switches to Enter ID and name of new seam program: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
18.4.5 Deleting a seam program To delete a seam program: 1. Log in with security level 1 or 2 ( p. 124). 2. Open the Seam programs display ( p. 143). The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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5. Enter the seam program code of the seam program you wish to delete. 6. Confirm with The display switches to a 2 confirmation prompt. 7. Confirm with OK. The seam program has been deleted successfully. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
The display switches to: Fig. 167: Changing the thread (Change thread in seam programs)(2) 4. Scan the needle thread barcode on the needle thread reel. 5. Confirm with OK. The display changes. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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10. Press the Enter button to confirm. The message appears: Fig. 170: Changing the thread (Change thread in seam programs)(5) 11. Press Yes to confirm your input, if correct. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Programming 18.4.7 Exporting a seam program Seam programs can be exported individually from a class 550-D800 machine and imported to another class 550-D800 machine. To export individual seam programs: 1. Log in with security level 1 or 2 ( p. 124).
18.5.1 Opening the Database display To open the Database display: 1. Log in with security level 1 or 2 ( p. 124). 2. Press the Database button on the main screen. The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
1. Log in with security level 1 or 2 ( p. 124). 2. Open the Database display ( p. 167). 3. Press the File button. The display switches to: Fig. 174: Opening the protocol database (1) 4. Select the desired protocol database. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
3. Select the desired protocol file. 4. Press the Copy button. Information The copy of the protocol file will be stored in the same location as the automatic backup copies of the entire protocol database ( p. 226). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2. Open the Database display ( p. 167). 3. Select the desired protocol file. 4. Press the Lab. Copy button. The display switches to: Fig. 176: Printing a copy of an end label (Lab. Copy) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
1. Log in with security level 1 or 2 ( p. 124). 2. Open the Database display ( p. 167). 3. Select the desired protocol file. 4. Press the Thr. tens. button. The display switches to: Fig. 177: Thread tension (Thr. Tens.) (2) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Previous section select the next seam section with a press of the button Next section Insert marking Draw Save file as PNG Save Print file Print Close program Close Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
p. 184 Set values Change security levels p. 116 Thread database p. 227 Create a new thread p. 227 Edit thread p. 229 Delete thread p. 229 Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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p. 196 Check scanner p. 198 Check thread tension p. 199 Create teach-in file p. 230 Check software version p. 200 Uninterrupted power supply (UPS) p. 202 Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
To create a system backup: 1. Log in with security level 2 ( p. 124). 2. Open the Check display ( p. 175). 3. Press the Backup system button. The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
If you previously created a system backup ( p. 175), you can use this backup to restore the system at a later time. You can specify which individual parameters you wish to restore. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Fig. 182: Restoring data (Restore system) 4. Press the Release button. The listed parameters are now no longer displayed semi-transparent. 5. Select the parameters you wish to restore. 6. Confirm with OK. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Information The name of the machine can be changed on the Setup display ( p. 182). You can change the storage location as needed ( p. 224). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
1. To transfer data to a different machine, proceed as explained for the creation of a system backup ( p. 175). 18.6.8 Copying dump files This function is used to copy all dump files. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
All protocol files that are older than 1 year will be deleted. 18.6.10 DACFlexCommander All settings found under this menu item are explained in the chapter Programming of the service instructions for class D867 machines. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
1. Log in with security level 2 ( p. 124). 2. Open the Check display ( p. 175). 3. Press the Setup button. The display switches to: Fig. 185: Opening the Setup display Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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ASCII protocol the stored data records (e. g. - or I) file Protocol printout Define a delimiter separating the individual information of the stored data records on the printout (e. g. - or I) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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If, for instance, you enter the value 2, the size of the notch must stretch across two stitches before it is detected as a notch. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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For printing the protocol data of the protocol database or Protocol printer any sewn piece (can be connected as an option) Bobbin identification by barcode (optional) Read bobbin number with fixed scanner End label identification by end label scanner (optional) Seam scanner Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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If deactivated, no active position monitoring sensor; Edge Guide Check Up/ if activated: Position monitoring sensor active - edge stop Down needs to be down during sewing. Edge guide equals position monitoring Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Definition as to whether the number of stitches outside of Thread tension single the tolerance must be distributed in sequence or along the stitch checking entire seam Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Without this check, the machine will remain locked for the operator. Defined, safety-critical errors can only be confirmed with Privileged error the highest access right level “3”. confirm by user Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Bobbins with deviating specific bobbin numbers are not permissible and cannot be used. numbers Use of the electronic jog dial during the sewing process Enable electronic (e.g. completion of single stitches). hand wheel Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Select the type of the UPS Bobbin scanner type Select the bobbin scanner used Hook scanner type Select the hook scanner used Bobbin BC Type Define the barcode type that will be used Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Here, you can edit ( p. 229) and delete ( p. 229) threads you have already created and create new threads ( p. 227). To open the thread database: 1. Log in with security level 2 ( p. 124). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
18.6.14 Opening the seam database (Show DB) The seam database contains the information about all seam programs and their settings. To open the seam database: 1. Log in with security level 2 ( p. 124). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
To open the bobbin database: 1. Log in with security level 2 ( p. 124). 2. Open the Check display ( p. 175). 3. Press the Bobbins button. The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
This check and any necessary change will be documented in the needle database. Information If the function Needle control is deactivated on the Setup display, the Needle DB button will be displayed semi-transparent. It will then not be possible to open the needle database. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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1. Open the needle database ( p. 193). 2. Press the Checked button. The display switches to: Fig. 193: Scheduling a needle check 3. Check the needle. 4. Enter the date of the next check. 5. Confirm with OK. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
To open the stepper motor calibration database: 1. Log in with security level 2 ( p. 124). 2. Open the Check display ( p. 175). 3. Press the SM-Cali button. The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
To open the calibration database of the thread tension monitor: 1. Log in with security level 2 ( p. 124). 2. Open the Check display ( p. 175). 3. Press the T.Tens.-Cali button. The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Programming Fig. 196: Opening the calibration database (T.Tens.-Cali) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Fig. 197: Checking the scanners (Scanner) 4. Press the read button below the scanner you wish to check. Information The Check Scanner display can also be opened using the Check scanner button on the main screen. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
The display switches to: Fig. 198: Opening the display Checking thread tension monitor 4. Enter the values on the Checking thread tension monitor display and sew. Fig. 199: Opening the display Checking thread tension monitor Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Checking the software version To check which software version is currently installed on the thread tension circuit board: 1. Log in with security level 2. 2. Open the display Checking thread tension monitor ( p. 199). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Programming 3. Press the Settings button. The display switches to: Fig. 201: Checking the software version Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
You will then have no more than 5 minutes to complete the current sewing process and switch off the machine. Information The power consumption in standby mode is lower than during sewing. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Before you can print a protocol database, you must connect an external pro- tocol printer to the machine and install it on the control panel ( p. 191). Information The driver of the protocol printer has been pre-installed at the factory. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
• Shut down the software ( p. 237) • Press the Windows button The Windows user interface is displayed. 3. Open File Explorer. 4. Open the folder C:/ZD5-1-16-7228. Fig. 204: Installing Zebra printer ZD421 - ZPL drivers (1) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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9. Use the magnifying glass in the taskbar to search for printers. 10. Click on the Zebra printer. 11. Click on the Manage button. 12. Click on the sub-item Printer Properties. 13. Select the tab Import/Export Settings. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Fig. 206: Installing Zebra printer ZD421 - ZPL drivers (3) 14. Use the button Import to import the Zebra configuration file SABSoft/printerConfig/ZD421-203dpi ZPL.drs. 15. Check the settings in the driver as follows: Fig. 207: Installing Zebra printer ZD421 - ZPL drivers (4) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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18. Click Open to open the 550-D867 DELTA-ZPL.lab and print a test label (File - Test Printing). 19. Use the LabelCreator to make adjustments to the label ( p. 239). 20. Launch SabSoft.exe. The machine is ready for sewing. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
• Select the printer model: ZD421-203dpi EPL • USB001 6. If the Zebra printer was turned on before it was supposed to: check which drivers are listed in the Device Manager (right click on the Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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9. Use the magnifying glass in the taskbar to search for printers. 10. Click on the Zebra printer. 11. Click on the Manage button. 12. Click on the sub-item Printer Properties. 13. Select the tab Import/Export Settings. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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14. Use the button Import to import the Zebra configuration file Import SABSoft/printerConfig/ZD420-203dpi EPL.drs. 15. Check the settings in the driver as follows: Fig. 212: Installing other Zebra printers - EPL drivers (4) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
• Press the Windows button 2. Open File Explorer. 3. Open the folder C:/ZD5-1-16-7228. 4. Right-click the driver PrnInst.exe and open it with a press of Run as admin. The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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5. Press the YES button to confirm. The display switches to: Fig. 215: Uninstalling label printer drivers (1) 6. Press the Next button. The display switches to: Fig. 216: Uninstalling label printer drivers (2) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Barcodes can be read up to the 30 digit. If a barcode is longer, the code can still be scanned, but the information can no longer be read starting with the 31 digit. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Barcode of the hook Barcode on the hook thread reel (optional). thread reel Barcode on printed Barcode on the end label by means of which the production label data can be traced back at any time Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
0 = the digit of the barcode will not be read 1 = the digit of the barcode will be read All information must be stored in places that are defined as 1. Fig. 219: Opening the Barcodes display (2) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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1 and 3 piece to be sewn. All 3 IDs ID.- part 3 must be different. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2. Open the Setup display ( p. 181). 3. Open the Barcodes display ( p. 215). 4. Press the Primary barcode type input field. A drop-down menu opens. 5. Select the desired barcode type. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2-4 digits) Left seat cover (piece 1 and piece 2 Mask left/ must have the same left/right code) right Scan two multi barcodes at the Qty Multiple beginning of the sewing process barcodes Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
5. Select the desired barcode profile name. 6. Press Save to confirm. The barcode profile is stored on the hard drive of the control panel and can be loaded at any time. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
The display switches to: Fig. 222: Loading barcode 5. Select the desired barcode profile name. 6. Confirm with Open. The settings stored in the barcode profile are now the current settings. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
To set multi barcodes: 1. Log in with security level 2 ( p. 124). 2. Open the Setup display ( p. 181). 3. Open the Barcodes display ( p. 215). The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Bobbins can be deleted directly from the main screen or in the bobbin database ( p. 192). To delete a bobbin: 1. Press the Empty bobbin button on the main screen. An input window appears: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Fig. 227: Deleting a bobbin (4) Important If the remaining thread monitor has detected that the bobbin is almost empty, remove the remaining thread from the bobbin before winding on a new thread. 5. Confirm with OK. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2. Open the Setup display ( p. 181). 3. Press the Path+netw. button. The display switches to: Fig. 228: Path + network (1) 4. Press the desired Change path button. The display switches to, for instance: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Programming Fig. 229: Path + network (2) 5. Select the desired path/new storage location. 6. Confirm with OK. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
An input window opens. 6. Enter the desired number of minutes. In the example given, an automatic backup of the protocol database will be generated every 60 minutes. 7. Confirm with OK. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
If the threads match the seam program, the sewing process can be started. If not, an error message will be displayed, and the sewing process cannot be started. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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If the checkmark in front of it appears, the corresponding thread has been selected for use. If the checkmark in front of it disappears, the corresponding thread has not been selected for use. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2. Open the Thread database ( p. 227). 3. Select the desired thread in the thread database. The small arrow in the left column marks the currently selected thread. 4. Press the Delete thread button. 5. Confirm with OK. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2. Assemble the thread tension scale (1). 3. Secure the machine in the looping stroke position. 4. Thread the needle thread and feed it from the thread lever to the thread tension scale (1). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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6. Enter the desired target value of the documented seam section. Use the specifications for the end product as a reference. The upper and lower limit will be entered automatically as soon as the target value has been defined. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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The percentage must not be smaller than 5 percent relative to the operat- ing point. If a difference of 5 percent is not enough to reach the setpoint, the setpoint must be adjusted based on the measured value. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Fig. 239: Creating a teach-in file (4) Step 1 and step 2 are now highlighted in green and yellow, respectively. 21. Press the Start Sewing button. If the test seam was completed successfully, the display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Fig. 241: Creating a teach-in file (6) The currently measured values are listed under steps 2-6. Important Step 6 requires AT LEAST 10 seams; but the number can also total 15 or more. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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25. Enter the name / code of the seam program to which the teach-in file is supposed to be linked. 26. Confirm with OK. 27. If necessary, add a comment to the teach-in file. 28. To save the teach-in file, press the Save button. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
To restart the program: 1. Press the Reset button on the main screen. The program is closed and restarted automatically. Once the program has restarted, the user can log back in and continue working. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Fig. 244: Exiting the program (2) 2. Press the YES button. The program is closed, and the Windows user interface appears. You can restart the program or shut down the PC. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Fig. 246: Logging out of the system (2) 2. Press the Log out button. The display switches to: Fig. 247: Logging out of the system (3) The user has been logged out. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
MUST be unique. Each end label is unique if the end label barcode contains, for instance, such information as the day’s current date, the current production number and the machine designation. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
( p. 237). 3. Open File Explorer. 4. Go to D:/SabSoft/SystemDB and open the additional program named LabelCreator or select the link on the desktop with a double click. The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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9. Create and insert standard text ( p. 250). 10. Create and insert variable text ( p. 251). 11. Insert a graphic; e.g. the company logo ( p. 252). 12. Save the new label script file ( p. 253). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
18.21.3 Adjusting the end label size Fig. 250: Opening the toolbox (2) To adjust the size of a new end label: 1. Click on the Edit menu item. 2. Click on Label dimensions. The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Option Cutter. The included label printer does not come with a cutting device. 7. To set the resolution of the label printer, enter the corresponding DPI number in the Printer Resolution DPI input field. 8. Press OK to save. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2. Select Show Toolbox. The Toolbox is displayed on the main interface. Fig. 254: Opening the toolbox (3) 3. Move the Toolbox to the position of your choice on the main interface. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
The marking always refers to the corner at the top left. The display switches to the setting options available for the corresponding content. 3. Adjust the content. 4. Press OK to save. Important Every end label MUST have an end label barcode. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
3. To move content, click on the blue arrow buttons. Fig. 256: Moving contents (2) 4. Once the content has been positioned correctly, click on the green checkmark. The display Move component disappears. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Barcode Type field. Important Select the same barcode type here that has been set as the hand scanner barcode on the Setup display ( p. 189). Fig. 259: Creating an end label barcode (3) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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10. To adjust the height of the barcode, modify its value in the Barcode height input field. 11. If the barcode is the end label barcode, set a checkmark at Barcode for database part identification. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
You must define 1 barcode on the end label as the end label barcode. An error message will be displayed if • no barcode has been defined as the end label barcode. • more than 1 barcode has been defined as the end label barcode. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
If you wish to place an additional character such as an * at the beginning and the end of the text information, enter the asterisk as static text. 4. Adjust the desired default settings ( p. 242). 5. Press OK to save. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
4. Select the desired option from the drop-down menu in the Information input field. This is the information that will be printed on the end label as variable text. 5. Adjust the desired default settings ( p. 242). 6. Press OK to save. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
The display switches to: Fig. 263: Inserting a graphic (2) 4. Select the desired bmp file. 5. Confirm with Open. 6. Adjust the desired default settings ( p. 242). 7. Press OK to save. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
You must define 1 barcode on the end label as the end label barcode. An error message will be displayed if • no barcode has been defined as the end label barcode. • more than 1 barcode has been defined as the end label barcode. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
An end label with the current settings is printed. 2. Adjust the current settings if necessary. Information You can also start the test print by opening the File menu item and selecting the Test Printing option. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
1. Log in with security level 2 ( p. 124). 2. To access the Windows user interface, press the Windows button on the keyboard. Information To access the Windows user interface without using the keyboard, exit the program, ( p. 237). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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7. Select the desired protocol database from the list on the right. If you do not select a specific protocol database, the program will scan all protocol databases stored in the storage location. 8. Confirm with Open. The display switches to: Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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11. Enter plain text. Information This text must be entered manually. Barcodes can also be scanned. 12. Confirm with OK. The display switches to, for instance: Fig. 270: Additional program sab_SQLite_DB_Tool.exe (5) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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The display switches to: Fig. 271: Additional program sab_SQLite_DB_Tool.exe (6) 14. If desired, search by additional criteria. 15. When you are finished using it, close the program by pressing the red X at the top right. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
The software version is specified in the file name: • SABSoftUpdate_V00_25_4.sab 18.23.2 Update of the software To perform the update of the software: 1. Shut down the SAB software. Fig. 272: Update of the software (1) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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6. The first update to version A01.00 installs a video codec - confirm with Next. 7. Complete the update process with a press of OK and close the software. The machine is ready to sew again after a restart of the SAB software. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Exit the software and restart as an administrator. administrator. SABSoft was not found at D:\SABSoft. Check if the SABSoft folder exists. Update not possible. Update file is not valid. The loaded file is not an SAB file. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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It must still be possible to deflect the toothed belt approx. 10 mm with your finger. Pneumatic system Check the water level in the pressure regulator. Clean the filter element. Check the tightness of the system. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Property damage from solvent-based cleaners! Solvent-based cleaners will damage paintwork. Use only solvent-free substances for cleaning. Fig. 275: Cleaning (1) ① ③ ② (1) - Throat plate (3) - RFW/SSD (2) - Hook Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Information If the degree of soiling rises above 80%, the control panel will show an error message. In this case, clean the SSD as described in the Operating Instructions. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
• Viscosity at 40 °C:10 mm • 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 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
2. If the inspection glass lights up red, the machine is not sufficiently supplied with oil. If the oil level is below the minimum level marking (3): Pour oil through the refill opening (1) but no higher than the maximum level marking (2). Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
• release less oil: Turn screw (1) clockwise Important 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 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Maintenance 19.4 Parts list A parts list can be ordered from Dürkopp Adler. Or visit our website for further information at: www.duerkopp-adler.com Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
1. Shut down the machine ( p. 273). 2. Assemble the transport locks in reverse order of setup ( Operating Instructions). 3. Only transport the machine upright and only in such a way that it cannot tip over. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
When disposing of the machine, be aware that it consists of a range of different materials (steel, plastic, electronic components, etc.). Follow the national regulations when disposing these materials. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Piece has been The barcodes of a piece to be Sew the piece. released sewn has been scanned and released ??? ? Bobbin no. Bobbin no. not detected correctly Scan bobbin barcode. unknown or incorrect Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Error thread tension too high in documented seam section EC25000 Error thread breaking in free seam section EC25500 Error thread tension too low in free seam EC25600 Thread tension too high in free seam section Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Check correct printed label EC32000 Bobbin with non-permitted thread Insert bobbin with correct inserted thread. EC33000 Printer not ready ECXXXXXACK User has confirmed error XXX ECXXXXXCNT User released further processing despite error message XXX Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Users with security level 1 or 2 will be able to release or cancel the sewing process. To edit an error message: 1. Log in with security level 1 or 2. The display switches to: Fig. 283: Editing error messages (2) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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If an error has occurred, the programmed batch mode, if applicable, will be canceled accordingly. If you wish to start a new sewing process, you need to call the function Sew on the main screen after the sewing process was interrupted. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
Needle thread and hook thread Check threading path have not been threaded correctly Needle breakage Needle thickness is unsuitable for Use recommended needle the sewing material or the thread thickness Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
4. Look for the NFC service on the list. Fig. 286: NFC service not active or not available (2) 5. Restart the service using the green arrow or the right-click menu. Fig. 287: NFC service not active or not available (3) Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
3. Click on Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall. 4. The following apps/features must be allowed/checked: • 4242 TCP • 4242 UDP • 4343 TCP • 4343 UDP • NFC Service Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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When the update is complete, the ports and the NFC service will be allowed in the firewall. Information In some cases, a complete restart of the machine may be required for the change to take effect. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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Technical data 23.2 Requirements for fault-free operation Compressed air quality must conform to ISO 8573-1: 2010 [7:4:4]. Service Instructions 550-D800 - 00.0 - 03/2024...
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