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AMF Reece S-101 Installation Manual

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S-101
MODEL
EYELET BUTTONHOLE MACHINE
PARTS AND SERVICE MANUAL
PART NUMBER 97. 1000.0.003
AMF is trademark of AMF Group,
09/2004
Inc.

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  • Page 1 S-101 MODEL EYELET BUTTONHOLE MACHINE PARTS AND SERVICE MANUAL PART NUMBER 97. 1000.0.003 AMF is trademark of AMF Group, 09/2004 Inc.
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  • Page 7: Warranty Registration Card

    Warranty Registration Card (Please Fax or Mail immediately after installation) Note: All Warranty Claims Void, unless Registration Card on file at AMF Reece HQ Machine model number: (S101, S100, S104, S211, Decostitch, S4000 BH, etc) Manufacturer‘s serial or production number: Installation Site Information: Customer‘s Name:...
  • Page 9 Authorized Distributor) will have the limited material warranty only. Only the defective material will be covered. Any charges associated with the use of an AMF Reece Technician or that of a Distributor to replace the defective part will be the customer’s responsibility.
  • Page 10 S-101 Revised 09/2004 e-mail: service@amfreece.cz; parts@amfreece.cz; website: www.amfreece.com Phones: +420 582 309 146 (Service), +420 582 309 286 (Spare Parts); Fax: +420 582 360 606...

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    S-101 CONTENTS SHEET NO. INSTRUCTION FOR INSTALLATION ON REECE INDIVIDUAL TABLES .... 1-1 STOP MOTION ADJUSTMENTS ................... 1-2 MODEL 101 - SETTING UP INSTRUCTIONS .............. 1-3 THREADING DIAGRAMS ....................1-4 MODEL 101 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............... 1-7 ADJUSTMENTS THAT DETERMINE THE CHARACTER OF THE BUTTONHOLE Needle information ....................
  • Page 12 S-101 CONTENTS CUT BEFORE - MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS ............... 1-20 CORD TRIM Threading diamgrams ................... 1-23 Upper thread draw-off and tension adjustments ..........1-24 Thread pick-up adjustments ................. 1-24 Under thread draw-off and tension release ............1-24 Thread trimmer and thread retainer ..............1-25 To set the under thread quide ................
  • Page 13 S-101 EQUIMENT FAMILIARIZATION Description Eyelet Buttonhole Sewing Machine Sewing Speed Up to 1,600 spm Stitch Type 401 two thread chainstitch Stitch Density 3 to 16 s/cm (7 to 40 spi) Buttonhole Lenght 13 to 32 mm ( " to 1 ")

  • Page 14: Instruction For Installation On Reece Individual Tables

    S-101 INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION ON REECE INDIVIDUAL TABLES Parts and Belting for this installation are contained in the accessory box which accompanies each machine. 1. Be certain that Motor Pulley rotates in direction of arrow. If not, motor rotation must be corrected before operating machine.

  • Page 15: Stop Motion Adjustments

    S-101 STOP MOTION ADJUSTMENTS 101 Stop Position - all 101 models except the Eyelet and Cross Oval - when the head of the machine is all the way forward. 1) Page 16, Figure 5 and 6 - Machine in stop position and the stitch wheel locked up.

  • Page 16: Model 101 - Setting Up Instructions

    S-101 MODEL 101 - SETTING UP INSTRUCTIONS Before operating the machine by hand or power, remove the two shipping pins shown Fig.1, which are easily identified by a red tag tied to each - these pins are installed at the factory to lock the...

  • Page 17: Threading Diagrams

    S-101 THREADING DIAGRAMS UPPER SYSTEM Detail Spread washer so that Thread is Detail thread will rest in notch between tension discs Use T-20 thrading wire for Long groove threading needle bar THREADING OF FIXED TYPE TENSIONS S p l i t d i s c t y p e...
  • Page 18 S-101 THREADING DIAGRAMS LOWER SYSTEM Turn L.H. handwheel until race and loopers are in front. Thread as shown. Threading details for split disc tension Threading details for CORD THREADING DIAGRAM solid roller tension Throat plate Race Crank machine until race faces as shown.

  • Page 19: Model 101 - Operating Instructions

    S-101 MODEL 101 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Remove the needle and test it for straightness, insert as below. Needle bar Needle holding screw Tension discs Insert the needle as high as it will go (with long groove square with machine and on same side as is the tension disc).
  • Page 20 S-101 MODEL 101 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Provision is made on this machine to meet any emergency arising during the making of the buttonhole. To extract work in case of unthreading or mislocation: Proceed as follows: 1. Press pedal on transmitter to stop belts.

  • Page 21: Adjustments That Determine The Character Of The Buttonhole

    S-101 ADJUSTMENTS THAT DETERMINE THE CHARACTER OF THE BUTTONHOLE NEEDLE INFORMATION Needles for the series 101 machine are available in a wide range of sizes and types as listed on sheet 30. As a general rule it is desirable to use needles with the finest blade that the thread and material will allow.

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Bite And Cutting Space

    S-101 ADJUSTMENTS THAT DETERMINE THE CHARACTER OF THE BUTTONHOLE ADJUSTING THE BITE AND CUTTING SPACE Figure 1 B i t e - is the distance between the two points of entry of the needle into the fabric as it descends to make the stitch...

  • Page 23: Adjusting The Number Of Stitches Per Inch In A Buttonhole

    S-101 ADJUSTMENTS THAT DETERMINE THE CHARACTER OF THE BUTTONHOLE ADJUSTING THE NUMBER OF STITCHES PER INCH IN A BUTTONHOLE Figure 1 Density of stitches or number of stitches per inch Loosen nut and move lever assembly in slot in either direction to suit.

  • Page 24: Machine Adjustments - Corrective And Maintenance

    S-101 MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS - CORRECTIVE AND MAINTENANCE NEEDLE BAR AND RACE LINE UP ADJUSTMENTS Adjustment Vibration in line with race adjustments. Adjustment For squareness of race east and west across bed plate. Adjustment For 180 turn of race Adjustment It is imperative that the race swing east - west is only 180 (# 3).

  • Page 25: Equalizing The Loopers

    S-101 MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS - CORRECTIVE AND MAINTENANCE EQUALIZING THE LOOPERS The loopers when properly adjusted will assume the positions in Fig. 1 - with their points on center line of needle on alternate strokes after the needle bar has risen 3/32“ from its lowest position.

  • Page 26: Looper And Spreader Adjustment

    S-101 MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS - CORRECTIVE AND MAINTENANCE LOOPER AND SPREADER ADJUSTMENT I m p o r t a n t : Before making these adjustments, check adjustments of race Sheet 11 and for equalizing - Sheet 12 The loopers are held in place with the...

  • Page 27: To Adjust Play In Split Collar Yoke

    S-101 MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS - CORRECTIVE AND MAINTENANCE TO ADJUST PLAY IN SPLIT COLLAR YOKE This yoke must be adjusted to work smoothly but without excessibe play. Part is a nut - loosen screw and screw up nut to suit. TO LINE UP AND ADJUST THE CUTTING LEVER...

  • Page 28: Adjusting The Clamp Operating Mechanism

    S-101 MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS - CORRECTIVE AND MAINTENANCE To adjust the clamp plates parallel with ledge press the clamp plate firmly against the ledge of the bed plate with the hand - depress the clamp lever (101 - B 19) . This will hold the clamp plate in position.

  • Page 29: To Adjust The Trip Lever

    S-101 MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS - CORRECTIVE AND MAINTENANCE TO ADJUST THE TRIP LEVER To equalize the ends of the stitching loosen nut on stop screw and screw in or out as required. TO CORRECT DISTORTION OF EYE Loosen nut and move stud in slot of lever until shape of eye is correct.

  • Page 30: To Adjust The Rocker Arm And Stop Motion

    S-101 MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS - CORRECTIVE AND MAINTENANCE TO ADJUST THE ROCKER ARM AND STOP MOTION Crank the machine with L.H. handwheel, to its stopping position. With the R.H. handwheel (knurled rim) turn until dog is in contact with the stop bolt...

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Stop Latch On Stitching Wheel

    S-101 MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS - CORRECTIVE AND MAINTENANCE ADJUSTING THE STOP LATCH ON STITCHING WHEEL Note: Factory adjustment of this eccentric is made so that thick side of eccentric is toward rear. This position must be maintained to prevent screw from backing out.

  • Page 32: To Adjust L.h. Handwheel To Disengage At The Stopping Position Of The Machine

    S-101 MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS - CORRECTIVE AND MAINTENANCE TO ADJUST L.H. HANDWHEEL TO DISENGAGE AT THE STOPPING POSITION OF THE MACHINE In this position contact points should have a clearance about 1/64“ - if not: loosen and move stud in slot forward or back as required to obtain this clearance.

  • Page 33: Cut Before - Machine Adjustments

    S-101 CUT BEFORE - MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS Important: Before making the adjustments shown on this sheet, be sure the right hand stitch wheel is locked. VERTICAL SETTING OF TRIMMING KNIFE The trimming knife (Figure 1) should be set so it will clear...
  • Page 34 S-101 CUT BEFORE - MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS UPPER THREAD DRAW OFF (ROCKING TENSION TYPE) The amount of thread required to start the next buttonhole varies with the conditions and classes of work. Usually thin work requires more thread for starting purposes than heavy work. If more than one grade of work is passed thru the machine, it is desirable to make the adjustment on the lightest materials.
  • Page 35 S-101 CUT BEFORE - MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS The amount of thread required to start the next buttonhole varies with the conditions and classes of work. Usually thin work requires more thread for starting purposes than heavy work. If more than one grade of work is passed thru the machine, it is desirable to make the adjustment on the lightest materials.

  • Page 36: Cord Trim

    S-101 CORD TRIM THREADING DIAGRAMS For tension threading details - see sheet 2 DETAIL CORD THREADING DIAGRAM See detail at right From cord supply Guide Revised 09/2004 1-24 e-mail: service@amfreece.cz; parts@amfreece.cz; website: www.amfreece.com Phones: +420 582 309 146+ (Service), +420 582 309 286 (Spare Parts); Fax: +420 582 360 606...

  • Page 37: Upper Thread Draw-Off And Tension Adjustments

    S-101 CORD TRIM - MACHINE ADJUSTMENT UPPER THREAD DRAW OFF AND TENSION ADJUSTMENTS Keep tension tight enough to bread the upper thread at the last stitch. Make sure that lever releases tension when the machine starts sewing, so that only tension will be effective during the sewing cycle.

  • Page 38: Thread Trimmer And Thread Retainer

    S-101 CORD TRIM - MACHINE ADJUSTMENT THREAD TRIMMER AND THREAD RETAINER Upper thread trimmer is activated by a wedge located on the main cam. Movement of the thread trimmer should be delayed as late as possible to allow thread pick up hook to be in position, to pick up trimmed thread.

  • Page 39: Shear Adjustment

    S-101 CORD TRIM - MACHINE ADJUSTMENT THEORY AND ADJUSTMENT TO INSURE PROPER FUNCTIONING OF CORD To adjust for tension - adjust spring with screw until there is sufficient friction on cord to lift weight upward to contact throat plate The excess end of the cord after the trimming must be pulled back with enough cord left in the throat...

  • Page 40: Adjustment For The Adjustable Fly Bar Machine

    S-101 ADJUSTMENTS FOR THE ADJUSTABLE FLY BAR MACHINE To adjust for length of buttonhole - loosen thumbscrew and set gauge pointer to any graduation desired, and change cutting steel to conform. To adjust length of fly bar - loosen screw...
  • Page 41 S-101 ADJUSTMENTS FOR THE ADJUSTABLE FLY BAR MACHINE To adjust for proper functioning - tip the machine to a vertical position upon its base - crank the machine with the L.H. handwheel until the roll is at the peak of the cam as shown.

  • Page 42: Cut Before Endging Machine

    S-101 CUT BEFORE EDGING MACHINE UPPER THREAD DRAW-OFF AND TENSION DETAILS Keep Tension tight enough to break the upper thread at the last stitch, and to prevent thread from being drawn from the source of supply through the needle as the gartment is removed from the machine.

  • Page 43: Needles

    S-101 NEEDLES Needles for the Reece Series 101 machines are packaged and sold in boxes of 100, in sizes and types listed. They are superior struck groove cosntruction, chrome plated and are spotted and the eye except size 00 and finer. When ordering, specify quantity ..

  • Page 44: Coloured Marking On The Machine

    S-101 COLOURED MARKING ON THE MACHINE C O L O U R E D M A R K I N G Screw - top links: Yellow marks — 1. Loosing and following disassembly of this link causes distinctive intervention to the mechanism adjustment, that was done when assembled and sewed off at the factory.
  • Page 45 S-101 LUBRICATION 1. Red marked places, pertinently the places with sticker with OIL description, must be regularly checker and lubricated, after every 30 hours of operating as of minimal. (More often when necessary.) 2. Let the machine cycle 20 times or more , so all excess oil can be removed.
  • Page 46 S-101 Revised 09/2004 1-34 e-mail: service@amfreece.cz; parts@amfreece.cz; website: www.amfreece.com Phones: +420 582 309 146+ (Service), +420 582 309 286 (Spare Parts); Fax: +420 582 360 606...
  • Page 47 S-101 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE OF CONTENTS Sheet TROUBLE DIGEST ......................2-1 PRELIMINARY REMARKS ....................2-1 1. Machine fails to start ................... 2-2 2. Machine started, ran a short distance and stopped ..........2-2 3. Machine stuck tight through interference .............. 2-2 4.
  • Page 48 S-101 TABLE OF CONTENTS TROUBLESHOOTING Sheet 22. Skipping at the start usually caused by the following ........... 2-7 23. Skipping at the junction of the Y of the tail bar ..........2-7 24. Stitches raveling back at end of buttonhole ............2-7 25.

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    S-101 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLE DIGEST The object of this Digest is to make available to the users of Reece Series 101 buttonhole machines information that will aid them in locating troubles and the proper procedure to remedy them. PRELIMINARY REMARKS Reece Buttonhole Machines are of the fully automatic, heavy duty type for industrial use. They are built in a complete line of “Cut Before”...

  • Page 50: Machine Fails To Start

    S-101 TROUBLESHOOTING The headings indicate the type of trouble. Below them will be found the probable cause for the trouble and its remedy. Machine failure as indicated by the heading can be traced to one or more of the causes beneath F) Spring 01.5450 on Clutch 10.1089 may be...

  • Page 51: Stitching Operation Fails To Start Or Has Started And Stopped

    S-101 TROUBLESHOOTING F) Friction on Main Cam either too tight or 4. STITCHING OPERATION FAILS loose. Adjust according to instructions on TO START OR HAS STARTED Sheet 19, Figure 3. AND STOPPED: G) Friction Collar 10.3046 improperly set. See A) Right Hand Belt on wrong.

  • Page 52: Noise In Stop Motion

    S-101 TROUBLESHOOTING 10. MACHINE DOES NOT STOP AT ITS E) Lever 10.1085 not functioning properly. MOST FORWARD POSITION OR Turn the Left Hand Crank Handle until THERE IS A CLICKING NOISE Rocking Lever 10.1098.1.050 moves as far AT THE FINISH OF CYCLE back as it will go and has slightly advanced.

  • Page 53: Machine Stitches A Short Distance And Stops. Then Completes Cycle

    S-101 TROUBLESHOOTING 13. MACHINE STITCHES A SHORT 17.MACHINE NOT CUTTING DISTANCE AND STOPS. THEN PROPERLY: COMPLETES CYCLE: A) Cutting Steel needs filing. Resurgace and A) Trip Lever 10.1124 out of adjustment. adjust Cutting Pressure according to Adjust according to instructions on Sheet 17, instructions on Sheet 14, Fig.

  • Page 54: Distortion Of Eye

    S-101 TROUBLESHOOTING E) Bevel sides of Cutting Steel 10.1069 (all) 21. SKIPPING STITCHES: close to the cutting impression. A) Needle bent or incorrectly set. Replace or reset F) Clamp spreading insufficient. Adjust for according to instructions on Sheet 6, Fig. 1.

  • Page 55: Skipping At The Start Usually Caused By The Following

    S-101 TROUBLESHOOTING 24. STITCHES RAVELING BACK AT O) Clamp Foot 10.2050.0.750 (to 755) and END OF BUTTONHOLE 10.2046.0.750 (to 755) too far away from A) Release on tension is too great. Bend back outside needle stroke. Loosen Screws end of Release Lever 10.1012.1 to just 01.2051 and adjust Clamp Blocks 10.2045...

  • Page 56: Thread Breaking And Running Back Out On Needle Bar

    S-101 TROUBLESHOOTING B) Left Hand Wheel 10.3039 does not run freely G) Prong of Left Spreader or end of Right on Worm Shaft 10.3047.1.050. Oil thoroughly Spreader too high or protruding over edge through hole in Crank Lever 10.3037.1. of Loopers. Spring downward, replace and reposition.

  • Page 57: Changing Character Of Buttonhole

    S-101 TROUBLESHOOTING 30. PULLING UP STITCHES: 29. CHANGING CHARACTER OF Results depend very much on the thread used. BUTTONHOLE: A coarse and rough thread on certain grades A) To make the button hole even at the finish, of work produces excessive friction which adjust according to instructions on Sheet 16, affects the pulling up of the stitches.

  • Page 58: Cord Trimmer

    S-101 TROUBLESHOOTING CORD TRIMMER This part of the Digest concerns the cord trimmer units and problems peculiar to the Cord Trimming Machine. Troubles on the basic part of this machine, where there is a similarity of parts and functions, should be looked up in the Digest on previous pages.

  • Page 59: End Of Upper Thread Is Insufficient For A Proper Start

    S-101 TROUBLESHOOTING E) Upper Thread Draw-off needs checking. It 1. END OF UPPER THREAD IS may not be pulling off enough upper thread, INSUFFICIENT FOR A PROPER contributing largely to the missing of the under START: thread. Adjust for more thread according to A) Pick -up Hook 10.1207 missing the thread.

  • Page 60: End Of Cord Too Short

    S-101 TROUBLESHOOTING D) Follow instructions in Cord Trimmer Trouble 6. END OF CORD TOO SHORT: Digest under heading (7) “Hold-down Finger A) Adjust Stop 10.4220 upward according to Not Working Properly” A to B. instructions on Sheet 26, Fig.1 E) Pulling off too much under thread for start.

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