Pfaff 2483-980/31 Instruction Manual
Pfaff 2483-980/31 Instruction Manual

Pfaff 2483-980/31 Instruction Manual

Pfaff 2483-980/31 sewing machine
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-980/31

Instruction manual

This instruction manual applies to machines from
software version 0307/001 and serial number 2216531
onwards.
296-12-18 763/002
Betriebsanleitung engl. 06.03

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    2483 -980/31 Instruction manual This instruction manual applies to machines from software version 0307/001 and serial number 2216531 onwards. 296-12-18 763/002 Betriebsanleitung engl. 06.03...
  • Page 2 This instruction manual applies to all versions and subclasses listed under "Specifications". Reprinting, copying or translation of PFAFF instruction manuals, whether in whole or in part, is not permitted without our prior permission and not without written indication of the source.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Danger ........................... 1 - 4 Proper use ........................2 - 1 Specifications ......................3 - 1 PFAFF 2483-980/31 ....................... 3 - 1 Models and subclasses ....................3 - 1 Disposal of machine ....................4 - 1 Transport, packaging and storage ................5 - 1 Transportation to customer's premises .................
  • Page 8: Contents

    Contents Contents ................. Chapter – Page .04.01 Mounting the start inhibitor .................... 8 - 5 .04.02 Checking the function of the start inhibitor ..............8 - 5 Table top cutout ......................8 - 6 Preparation ........................9 - 1 Inserting the needle ....................... 9 - 1 Winding the bobbin thread, adjusting the thread tension ..........
  • Page 9 Contents Contents ................. Chapter – Page .05.10 Needle rise, hook-to-needle clearance, needle height and bobbin case position finger .......................13 - 12 .05.11 Thread check spring and slack thread regulator ............13 - 13 .05.12 Presser foot clearance ....................13 - 14 .05.13 Bobbin winder ......................
  • Page 10: Safety

    Safety Safety Directives This machine is constructed in accordance with the European regulations contained in the conformity and manufacturer’s declarations. In addition to this Instruction Manual, also observe all generally accepted, statutory and other regulations and legal requirements and all valid environmental protection regulations! The regionally valid regulations of the social insurance society for occupational accidents or other supervisory organizations are to be strictly adhered to! General notes on safety...
  • Page 11: Safety Symbols

    It is the obligation of the user to ensure that none of the safety mechanisms are removed or deactivated. It is the obligation of the user to ensure that only authorized persons operate and work on the machine. Further information can be obtained from your PFAFF agent. 1 - 2...
  • Page 12: Operating And Specialist Personnel

    Safety Operating and specialist personnel Operating personnel .05.01 Operating personnel are persons responsible for the equipping, operating and cleaning of the machine as well as for taking care of problems arising in the sewing area. The operating personnel is required to observe the following points and must: always observe the Notes on Safety in the Instruction Manual! never use any working methods which could adversely affect the safety of the machine! not wear loose-fitting clothing or jewelery such as chains or rings!
  • Page 13: Danger

    Safety Danger A working area of 1 meter is to be kept free both in front of and behind the machine while it is in operation so that it is always easily accessible. Never reach into the sewing area while sewing! Danger of injury by the needle! Never leave objects on the table while adjusting the machine settings! Objects can become trapped or be slung away! Danger of injury! 93-002...
  • Page 14: Proper Use

    Proper use Proper use The PFAFF 2483-980/31 is an ultra high-speed, single-needle sewing machine with bottom feed and sensor control for recognising the material edge. The machine is used in industry for sewing lockstitch seams. Any and all uses of this machine which have not been approved of by the...
  • Page 15: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications PFAFF 2483-980/31 Stitch type: ....................301 (lockstitch) Needle system: ......................134 Needle size in 1/100 mm: ....................Model A: ........................60 - 70 Model B: ........................80 - 100 Effective balance wheel diameter: ................65 mm Presser foot clearance: ..................9 - 13 mm Clearance width: ....................
  • Page 16: Disposal Of Machine

    Disposal of machine Disposal of machine The proper disposal of the machine is the responsibility of the customer. The materials used in the machines are steel, aluminium, brass and various plastics. The electrical equipment consists of plastics and copper. The machine is to be disposed of in accordance with the locally valid environmental protection regulations.
  • Page 17: Transport, Packaging And Storage

    Transport, packaging and storage Transport, packaging and storage Transportation to customer's premises The machines are delivered completely packed. Transport within the customer’s premises The manufacturer bears no liability for transport within the customer’s premises or to the indi- vidual locations of use. Make sure that the machines are always transported upright. Disposal of the packaging The packaging of these machines consists of paper, cardboard and VCE fiber.
  • Page 18: Explanation Of The Symbols

    Explanation of the symbols Explanation of the symbols In the following section of this Instruction Manual, certain tasks or important pieces of information are accentuated by symbols. The symbols used have the following meanings: Note, information Cleaning, care Lubrication, greasing Servicing, repairing, adjustment, maintenance (only to be carried out by specialist personnel) 6 - 1...
  • Page 19: Control Elements

    Control elements Control elements On/off switch Before switching on the machine, raise the take-up lever as far as possible. The machine can be switched on or off by turning the on/off switch 1. Fig. 7 - 01 Keys on machine head By operating the respective keys, the following functions are carried out: Key 1:...
  • Page 20: Pedal

    Control elements Pedal Neutral position Sewing Raise presser foot Cut thread / reset bobbin thread monitor or bobbin rest thread count function Fig. 7 - 03 Lever for lifting the presser foot The presser foot is raised by turning lever 1. Fig.
  • Page 21: Knee Switch

    Control elements Knee switch When the knee switch 1 is operated, one stitch is sewn with a reduced stitch length. The value for the reduced stitch length is set with parameter "835", see Chapter 13.11 Parameter settings. Fig. 7 - 05 Lever for adjusting the edge guide Swing down lever 1 to release the clamp on the edge guide.
  • Page 22: Control Panel

    During the power-on phase the control panel automatically switches on all LCD segments and the horn. Afterwards the lettering PFAFF appears on the display, until the higher-ranking control unit sends commands to the control panel. Screen displays .07.01...
  • Page 23 Control elements Start backtacks If this key is pressed, the backtacks at the beginning of the seam (start backtacks) are switched on or off. The number of forward stitches (A) or reverse stitches (B) for the start backtacks can be changed by pressing the +/- key underneath. To convert from double backtack to single backtack set the number of stitches for the corresponding seam section at zero.
  • Page 24 Control elements Programmed stop If this key is pressed the corresponding function is switched on or off. When the function is switched on, the machine stops automatically at the end of a seam section. Sensor If this key is pressed the corresponding function is switched on or off. When the function is switched on, the move to the next seam section is carried out by sensor.
  • Page 25: Mounting And Commissioning The Machine

    Mounting and commissioning the machine Mounting and commissioning the machine The machine must only be mounted and commissioned by qualified personnel! All relevant safety regulations are to be observed! If the machine is delivered without a table, be sure that the frame and the table top which you intend to use can hold the weight of the machine and the motor.
  • Page 26: Mounting The Spool Holder

    Mounting and commissioning the machine Mounting the spool holder .01.02 Mount the spool holder as shown in Fig. 8-02. Insert the spool holder into the hole in the table top and fasten it with the nuts enclosed. Fig. 8 - 02 8 - 2...
  • Page 27: Connecting The Plug-In Connections And Earth Cables

    Mounting and commissioning the machine Connecting the plug-in connections and earth cables .01.03 Fig. 8 - 03 Connect plugs 1-7 as labelled to the control box. Screw the earth cable from the sewing head to earth point A. Screw the earth cable 8 from the motor to earth point B. Connect earth point C and earth point A with an earth cable.
  • Page 28: Commissioning

    Mounting and commissioning the machine Commissioning Before commissioning the machine remove plug 1 from the oil tank 2. Danger of damage to the machine! Plug 1 serves as a safety device for transportation and should not be used during sewing operations. Examine the machine, in particular the electric cables for any damage.
  • Page 29: Start Inhibitor

    Mounting and commissioning the machine Start inhibitor Mounting the start inhibitor .04.01 Fig. 8 - 05 For machines delivered without a table, the plate 1 from the accessories should be mounted, so that it is on a level with the bottom edge of the table top and with the left edge of the table top cutout.
  • Page 30: Table Top Cutout

    Mounting and commissioning the machine Table top cutout 8 - 6...
  • Page 31: Preparation

    Preparation Preparation All regulations and instructions in this Instruction Manual are to be observed! Special attention is to be paid to the safety regulations! All preparation work is only to be carried out by appropriately trained personnel. Before all preparation work, the machine is to be separated from the electricity supply by removing the plug from the mains or switching off the On/Off switch! Inserting the needle Switch off the machine!
  • Page 32: Winding The Bobbin Thread, Adjusting The Thread Tension

    Preparation Winding the bobbin thread, adjusting the thread tension Fig. 9 - 02 Fit empty bobbin 1 onto bobbin winder spindle 2 with the rest thread chamber on the outside. Thread the thread as shown in the above illustration and wind it round the bobbin 1 a few times in an anti-clockwise direction.
  • Page 33: Removing/Inserting The Bobbin Case

    Preparation Removing/Inserting the bobbin case Switch off the machine! Danger of injury due to unintentional starting of the machine! Removing the bobbin case: Tilt back the machine. Raise latch 1 and remove bobbin case 2. Inserting the bobbin case: Press bobbin case 2 until you feel it snap into the bobbin case base.
  • Page 34: Threading The Bobbin Case / Adjusting The Bobbin Thread Tension

    Preparation Threading the bobbin case / Adjusting the bobbin thread tension Pass the thread through the slot under the spring as shown in the opposite illustration. Adjust the thread tension by turning screw 1. When the thread is pulled, the bobbin must rotate in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 35: Threading The Needle Thread / Adjusting The Needle Thread Tension

    Preparation Threading the needle thread / Adjusting the needle thread tension Fig. 9 - 06 Switch off the machine! Danger of injury due to unintentional starting of the machine! Thread the machine as shown in Fig. 9-06. Adjust the needle thread tension by turning disk 1. 9 - 5...
  • Page 36: Entering The Stitch Length

    Preparation Entering the stitch length Switch on the machine. After the machine has been switched on, the current stitch length is displayed. Adjust the stitch length by pressing the corresponding +/- key. Entering the maximum speed Switch on the machine. Press the TE/Speed key to call up the input menu for the maximum speed.
  • Page 37: Entering The Start And End Backtacks

    Preparation Entering the start and end backtacks Switch on the machine. Switch on the corresponding function by pressing the start backtack and/or end backtack keys. (Arrow appears under the corresponding function key.) Change to the input menu for start and end backtacks by pressing the scroll key. By pressing the corresponding +/- key select the desired value for the number of forward stitches (A) of the start backtack.
  • Page 38: Setting The Remaining Stitches For The Bobbin Thread Control

    Preparation Setting the remaining stitches for the bobbin thread control When the bobbin thread monitor signals that the bobbin thread has been used up, there is still a little thread on the bobbin. Switch on the machine. Press the TE/Speed key twice to enter the parameter input function. Select mechanic level "B", see Chapter13.11.02 Selecting the user level.
  • Page 39: Sewing

    Nähen Sewing In the sewing mode all relevant settings for the sewing operation are displayed. Functions can be switched on or off by pressing a key. Values for the most important parameters can be changed directly. In this mode a difference is made between manual sewing and programmed sewing. To change from manual to programmed sewing, press the PM key.
  • Page 40: Programmed Sewing

    Nähen Programmed sewing In programmed sewing various seam programs can be called up by selecting the corresponding program number. A number of seam sections with corresponding functions can be allocated to each seam program. The number of possible seam programs and seam sections is set with the parameters "492"...
  • Page 41: Error Messages

    Nähen Error messages If a fault occurs, the text "ERROR" appears on the display, together with an error code and short instructions. An error message is caused by incorrect settings, faulty elements or seam programs as well as by overload conditions. For an explanation of the error codes see Chapter 13.12 Explanation of the error messages.
  • Page 42: Input

    Input Input In this chapter the input of seam programs is described. Seam program input Switch on the machine. Press the PM key to call up programmed sewing. The text "PM" must appear on the display. After selecting programmed sewing, seam programs can be entered. The input is carried out by switching functions on or off or by entering values for the seam section of a seam pro- gram.
  • Page 43 Input Overview of the input steps (example) Step /1.5 /6.0 /1.5 /0.8 Entering programmed sewing Switch on the machine. Press the PM key. The text "PM" must appear on the display. Selecting the program number Select program number "7" with the corresponding +/- key. 11 - 2...
  • Page 44 Input Selecting the stitch length Set the value for the stitch length at "2.0" with the corresponding +/- key. Press the scroll key to select further seam parameters. The values entered in the seam section "0" apply for all following seam sections, if these are not altered within the individual seam sections.
  • Page 45 Input Press the scroll key to enter the number of stitches. With the corresponding +/- key enter the value "15" for the number of stitches. Press the scroll key to be able to select the next seam section. Selecting seam section 2 Select seam section "2"...
  • Page 46 Input Press the programmed stop key, to stop the machine automatically at the end of the seam section. Press the stitch counting key to enable recognition of the end of the seam section by the number of stitches. Press the speed key to sew the seam section at a constant speed (irrespective of the pedal position).
  • Page 47 Input Selecting the functions for seam section 3 - The presser foot should be raised at the end of the seam section. - The machine should stop at the end of the seam section. - The end of the seam section should be recognised by sensor (0.8 mm seam depth). Press the programmed stop key, to stop the machine automatically at the end of the seam section.
  • Page 48 Input Selecting seam section 4 Select seam section "4" with the corresponding +/- key. Selecting the functions for seam section 4 - The presser foot should be raised at the end of the seam section. - The machine should stop at the end of the seam section. - The end of the seam section should be recognised by sensor (0.8 mm seam depth).
  • Page 49 Input With the corresponding +/- key set the value for the seam depth at "6.0". The actual value for the seam depth is made up of the desired seam depth and the appropriate positive or negative correction value, when the angle on the ma- terial is not equal to 90°.
  • Page 50 Input With the corresponding +/- key set the value for the seam depth at "1.5". The actual value for the seam depth is made up of the desired seam depth and the appropriate positive or negative correction value, when the angle on the ma- terial is not equal to 90°.
  • Page 51 Input Press the scroll key to enter the seam depth. With the corresponding +/- key set the value for the seam depth at "0.8". The actual value for the seam depth is made up of the desired seam depth and the appropriate positive or negative correction value, when the angle on the ma- terial is not equal to 90°.
  • Page 52 Input Selecting the functions for seam section 7 - The presser foot should be raised at the end of the seam section. - The machine should stop at the end of the seam section. - The end of the seam section should be recognised by stitch counting (3 stitches). - The seam section should be sewn at a constant speed.
  • Page 53 Input Selecting the functions for seam section 8 - The backtacking function at the end of the seam (end backtacks) should be switched on. - The thread should be trimmed at the end of the seam section. - The presser foot should be raised after thread trimming. - The machine should stop at the end of the seam section.
  • Page 54 Input With the corresponding +/- key enter the value "15" for the number of stitches. Press the scroll key to be able to select the next seam section. Closing the seam program Select seam section "9" with the corresponding +/- key. With the corresponding +/- key set the value for the stitch length at "0.0".
  • Page 55: Forms For Recording Programs

    Input Forms for recording programs Step Step 11 - 14...
  • Page 56 Input Step Step 11 - 15...
  • Page 57: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance Care and Maintenance Cleaning ............daily, several times if in continuous operation Checking the oil level ................every 3 months These maintenance intervals are calculated for the average running time of a single shift operation. If the machine is operated more than this, shorter intervals are recommended.
  • Page 58: Topping Up The Oil Tank

    Fig. 12 - 02 Only use oil with a mean viscosity of 10.0 mm /s at 40°C and a density of 0.847 g/cm at 15°C. We recommend PFAFF sewing machine oil, part no. 280-1-120 105. 12 - 2...
  • Page 59: Adjustment

    Adjustment Adjustment No C-clamp should be fastened to the needle bar of the PFAFF 2483-980/31. This could cause damage to the special coating of the needle bar. Notes on adjustment All following adjustments are based on a fully assembled machine and may only be carried out by expert staff trained for this purpose.
  • Page 60: Checking And Adjusting Aids

    Adjustment Checking and adjusting aids With the aid of blocking pin 1 (part No. 13-033346-05) and if necessary adjustment gauge 3 (part No. 61-111 639-70) the machine can be blocked in the following positions for adjustment Fig. 13 - 01 Needle bar position 1.8 mm past b.d.c.
  • Page 61: Adjusting The Basic Machine

    Adjustment Adjusting the basic machine Basic position of the machine drive unit .05.01 This adjustment is only necessary, if toothed belt 2 was removed. Requirement When the needle bar is positioned 0.6 mm past b.d.c., the markings 3 and 4 should be in alignment.
  • Page 62: Preadjusting The Needle Height

    Adjustment Preadjusting the needle height .05.02 Requirement When the needle bar is positioned 1.8 mm above BDC, the mark on the needle bar 1 must be flush with the bottom edge of the needle bar frame 3. Fig. 13 - 03 Set needle bar at 1.8 mm past b.d.c.
  • Page 63: Neutral Position Of The Bottom Feed Dog

    Adjustment Neutral position of the bottom feed dog .05.03 Requirement With the stitch length set at ”0” 1. The marking on the toothed segment 1 should be positioned in the centre of the toothed wheel shaft 3. 2. Cranks 4 and 6 should be in alignment and there should be no feeding motion of the bottom feed dog when the balance wheel is turned.
  • Page 64: Feeding Motion Of The Bottom Feed Dog

    Adjustment Feeding motion of the bottom feed dog 05.04 Requirement With the needle bar positioned 0.6 mm past b.d.c. the bottom feed dog should not move, when shaft 3 is turned backwards and forwards. Fig. 13 - 05 Position the needle bar at 0.6 mm past b.d.c. Adjust eccentric 1 (screws 2) according to the requirement, without moving it sideways.
  • Page 65: Lifting Motion Of The Bottom Feed Dog

    Adjustment Lifting motion of the bottom feed dog 05.05 Requirement When the stitch length is set at "0" and the needle bar is positioned at t.d.c. 1. The bottom feed dog should be at it the top of its stroke and 2.
  • Page 66: Height Of The Bottom Feed Dog

    Adjustment Height of the bottom feed dog 05.06 Requirement When the stitch length is set at "0", at the top of its stroke the bottom feed dog 1 should 1. Be in the centre of the needle plate cutout, as seen from the side and in the direction of sewing and 2.
  • Page 67: Needle In Needle Hole Centre

    Adjustment Needle in needle hole centre 05.07 Requirement The needle should penetrate in the exact centre of the needle hole. Fig. 13 - 08 Position the needle in the needle hole. Loosen screws 1, 2 and 3. Adjust the needle bar frame 4 in accordance with the requirement. Tighten screw 2 and slightly tighten screw 3.
  • Page 68: Hook Shaft Bearing And Toothed Belt Tension

    Adjustment Hook shaft bearing and toothed belt tension .05.08 Requirement 1. The front edge of the hook shaft 5 should be at a distance of 14.5 mm from the centre of the needle, whereby the groove in the hook shaft bearing 1 (see arrow) should be parallel to the bed-plate and point in the opposite direction to the sewing direction.
  • Page 69: Hook Lubrication

    Adjustment Hook lubrication .05.09 Requirement 1. The centrifugal disk 1 must be positioned 1.5 mm in front of the oil ring 3. 2. When the machine is running at full speed, after approx. 10 seconds a mark should be made by a fine stripe of oil on the strip of paper placed over the needle plate cutout. Fig.
  • Page 70: Needle Rise, Hook-To-Needle Clearance, Needle Height And Bobbin Case Position Finger

    Adjustment Needle rise, hook-to-needle clearance, needle height and bobbin case 05.10 position finger Requirement With the needle at 1.8 mm after BDC, 1. the hook point 6 must point to the middle of the needle and be at a distance of 0.05 mm - 0.1 mm to the clearance cut of the needle, and 2.
  • Page 71: Thread Check Spring And Slack Thread Regulator

    Adjustment Thread check spring and slack thread regulator .05.11 Requirement 1. The motion of the thread check spring must be completed when the needle point enters the material (spring stroke approx. 7 mm). 2. When the thread loop is at its largest when going around the hook, the thread check sp- ring must have moved by approx.
  • Page 72: Presser Foot Clearance

    Adjustment Presser foot clearance 05.12 Requirement 1. When the automatic presser foot lift is operated, the clearance between the presser foot and the needle plate should be 7 mm. 2. When the hand lever is raised, the clearance between the presser foot and the needle plate should be 5 mm.
  • Page 73: Bobbin Winder

    Adjustment Bobbin winder .05.13 Requirement 1. With the bobbin winder on, the drive wheel 1 must engage reliably. 2. With the bobbin winder off, the friction wheel 5 must not be driven by the drive wheel 1. 3. The eccentric pin 3 should be positioned in the centre of the large bobbin chamber. Fig.
  • Page 74: Setting The Zero Point Of The Feed Regulator

    Adjustment Setting the zero point of the feed regulator .05.14 Requirement When the stitch length is set at "0", at maximum speed (4500 spm) the needle should always penetrate in the same place. Unthread the machine. Switch on the machine. Place the workpiece under the presser foot.
  • Page 75: Stitch Length Adjustment Forwards And In Reverse

    Adjustment Stitch length adjustment forwards and in reverse .05.15 Requirement At a maximum speed of 400 spm, the stitch length selected on the control panel should not differ from the actual stitch length when sewing forwards or in reverse. Thread the machine. Switch on the machine.
  • Page 76: Mechanical Limiting Of The Stitch Length

    Adjustment Mechanical limiting of the stitch length .05.16 Requirement 1. The maximum stitch length should be 2.5 mm, but the needle should not touch the needle plate cutout when sewing forwards or in reverse. 2. When the maximum stitch length is set, when sewing forwards the screws of stop 1 and when sewing in reverse the screws of stop 3 should each have a clearance of 0.3 mm to the corresponding metal edge.
  • Page 77: Presser Foot Pressure

    Adjustment Presser foot pressure .05.17 Requirement The material must be fed reliably. In the process, pressure marks on the material must not be made. Fig. 13 - 16 Turn screw 1 in accordance with the requirement. 13 - 19...
  • Page 78: Adjusting The Thread Trimming Device -900/24

    Adjustment Adjusting the thread trimming device -900/24 Adjusting the solenoid / preliminary adjustment of the control cam .06.01 Requirement 1. When solenoid 3 is completely extended, roller lever 4 should be at the lowest point of the control cam. 2. When the needle bar is positioned at 1.8 mm after b.d.c. (needle rise position), roller lever 4 should engage in the appropriate recess of the control cam.
  • Page 79: Lateral Alignment Of The Thread Catcher

    Adjustment Lateral alignment of the thread catcher .06.02 Requirement 1. The tip of the thread catcher 5 must point exactly to the center of the needle. 2. The thread catcher 5 must be horizontal. It must not graze anything when it is operating. Fig.
  • Page 80: Knife Position

    Adjustment Knife position .06.03 Requirement 1. There must be a distance of 4 mm between the cutting edge of the knife and the needle. 2. The right edge of the knife 1 must not extend beyond the right edge of the thread catcher (see arrow).
  • Page 81: Front Point Of Reversal Of The Thread Catcher

    Adjustment Front point of reversal of the thread catcher .06.04 Requirement At the front point of reversal of thread catcher 4, the tip of the thread catcher cutout should be 1 mm in front of the bobbin case position finger 5. 89-025 Fig.
  • Page 82: Manual Trimming Check

    Adjustment Manual trimming check .06.05 Requirement Two threads must be cut perfectly both left and right in the cutout of thread catcher 1. Fig. 13 - 21 Move thread catcher 1 by hand to its front point of reversal. Double the thread and insert into catcher cutout. Carry out trimming operation manually.
  • Page 83: Needle Thread Tension Release

    Adjustment Needle thread tension release 06.06 Requirement 1. The solenoid stroke should be 1.5 mm. 2. When the solenoid 5 is operated by hand, there should be a distance of at least 0.5 mm between the tension disks 6. 0,5 mm 57-05 Fig.
  • Page 84: Readjusting The Control Cam

    Adjustment Readjusting the control cam .06.07 Requirement When the take-up lever is in its t.d.c., control cam 1 should have moved thread catcher 3. Fig. 13 - 23 Adjust control cam 1 (screws 2) according to the requirement. 13 - 26...
  • Page 85: Adjusting The Thread Wiper -909/04

    Adjustment Adjusting the thread wiper -909/04 Thread wiper movement 07.01 Requirement 1. The thread wiper 5 must not strike against anything when it is moving. 2. When the take-up lever is at TDC, the thread wiper 5 is to move under the needle point and clear it by approx.
  • Page 86: Thread Wiper Position

    Adjustment Thread wiper position 07.02 Requirement Seen from the direction of sewing 1. The point of the thread wiper 5 must be approx. 1 - 1.5 mm to the right of the needle, 2. The thread wiper 5 must be approx. 2 mm in front of the needle in its foremost position. 1 - 1,5 mm 2 mm Fig.
  • Page 87: Aligning The Light Transmitter

    Adjustment Aligning the light transmitter Requirement When the work is positioned, the transmitters PS2 and PS1 should display the same value (same receiving power). SERVICE Fig. 13 - 39 Switch on the machine. Select the "PS" function from the service menu, see Chapter 13.13 Service functions. Adjust light transmitter 1 (screw 2) in accordance with the requirement.
  • Page 88: Adjustment Of The Transmitted Light Sensors

    Adjustment Adjustment of the transmitted light sensors Requirement The difference between one and several material plies should be recognised. Switch on the machine. Press the F3 key to select the menu for adjusting the transmitted light sensors. -96- Place one material ply under the sensors. To start the adjustment for one material ply, press "+"...
  • Page 89: Function Control Of The Bobbin Thread Monitor

    Adjustment Function control of the bobbin thread monitor Requirement When the thread is pulled, the value under "Rx" must change from "1" to "0" (perfect transmission of the incoming signal of the bobbin thread monitor). SERVICE Fig. 13 - 40 Place the bobbin in the bobbin case and the bobbin case in the hook.
  • Page 90: Parameter Settings

    Adjustment Parameter settings Example of a parameter input .11.01 Switch on the machine. Press the TE/Speed key twice to enter the parameter input function. The status text "TE" appears on the display and the pedal functions are blocked, to avoid the machine starting accidentally.
  • Page 91: Selecting The User Level

    Adjustment Selecting the user level .11.02 Switch on the machine. Press the TE/Speed key twice to call up the parameter input function. Call up parameter "798" by pressing the corresponding +/- key. By pressing the corresponding +/- key select the desired user level. "0"...
  • Page 92: List Of Parameters

    Adjustment List of parameters .11.03 Bobbin thread monitor-current level 8 - 16 Bobbin thread monitor-stitch counter 0 - 255 (starting value) Number of seam segments for 0 - 10 gliding average of stitch length Use gliding average of stitch OFF - ON length for corner stitch Transmitting power of light sensors 0 - 5...
  • Page 93 Adjustment Light sensors 0 - 255 current light barrier threshold [%] Light sensors 0 - 255 Threshold from 1->2 ply Light sensors 0 - 255 Min. value for 1 ply Light sensors 0 - 255 Max. value for 1 ply Control panel contrast [%] 90 - 110 Control panel key response signal...
  • Page 94 Adjustment Speed for soft start stitches 30 - 550 Start backtacks OFF - ON ON = double / OFF = single End backtacks OFF - ON ON = double / OFF = single Speed for light barrier 300 - 1500 1200 compensating stitches [min Speed level 12 (Poti-reserve) [min...
  • Page 95 Adjustment Speed display OFF - ON ON = ein / OFF = aus Speed level 1 (min.) [min 30 - 550 Speed level 12 (max.) [min 300 - 4500 4000 Cutting speed [min 60 - 500 Light barrier detection OFF - ON ON = from bright to dark OFF = from dark to bright Function of external key (S2):...
  • Page 96 Adjustment Needle position 40 - 80 (start thread tension release) Needle position 80 - 127 (needle raised without cutting) Operating time thread wiper [ms] 0 - 2550 Moment of standstill brake 0 - 100 (rest brake) Presser foot-holding current 0 - 50 Cutting–holding current 0 - 50 Feed converter-holding current...
  • Page 97 Adjustment Stitch count delay 0 - 2550 for start backtack [ms] Hardware test: ON = ein / OFF = aus OFF - ON User level: 0 - 255 0 = User level A 1 = Mechanic level B 11 = Service level C Machine class: 1 - 4 1 = 2481...
  • Page 98 Adjustment Current for stepping motor axis 1 16 - 63 Current for current reduction of 8 - 63 stepping motor axis 1 Current reduction time 0 - 1000 stepping motor axis 1 [ms] Starting current main drive 1 - 10 Filter parameter for position controller 0 - 12 Proportional amplification...
  • Page 99: Explanation Of The Error Messages

    Adjustment Explanation of the error messages Message Description E001 Pedal not in neutral position E003 SM 1 (for reference) E004 SM 2 (for reference) E009 Start inhibitor at standstill E010 Incorrect machine class E040 Transmitted light sensors E045 Bobbin thread monitoring E062 Short circuit 24V E063...
  • Page 100: Service Functions

    Adjustment Service functions The service functions help with finding errors and commissioning. After selecting the input mode with the TE/Speed key, with the corresponding authorisation (access level B or C), the menu for selecting service functions can be called up by pressing the F1 key. After the service functions have been called up, the status text "Service"...
  • Page 101 Adjustment Explanation Move stepping motor SM2 (feed regulator) By selecting the type "POS2 and entering the desired value with the corresponding +/- keys, the feed regulator positions in the position entered. By selecting the type "REF" and confirming the selection with the corresponding +/- keys, the feed regulator is moved to the reference position.
  • Page 102 Adjustment Plug assignment Pin-No. Comment Function Plug marking Signal marking X11A.2 CAN- CAN_HIGH CAN_TxD X11A.3 X11A.7 CAN+ CAN_LOW CAN_RxD Set value transmitters Pin-No. Comment Function Plug marking Signal marking X11B.4 pedal X11B.5 pedal X11B.6 pedal X11B.7 pedal 2 set value SW2 (analog) X11B.8 pedal 1...
  • Page 103 Adjustment Pin-No. Comment Function Plug marking Signal marking X1B.1 X1B.2 SSI-Out ( TxD) SSOut X1B.3 SSI-Clock SSClk X1B.4 +24V X1B.5 X1B.6 SSI-strobe (Mode) SSStr X1B.7 SSI-In (RxD) SSIn X1B.8 (light barrier 1) (LS1) X1B.9 Incremental transmitter Pin-No. Comment Function Plug marking Signal marking X3.1 incr.transm.
  • Page 104 Adjustment Outputs Pin-No. Comment Function Plug marking Signal marking X13.01 FSL-solenoid(Y8) O1.1 X13.02 FSL-solenoid(Y8+) O1.2 X13.03 PFH-solenoid(Y4) O2.1 X13.04 PFH-solenoid(Y4+) O2.2 X13.05 WI-solenoid(Y3) X13.06 SN-solenoid(Y2) X13.07 X13.08 RAFI-LED(H1) X13.09 X13.10 X13.11 X13.12 (from DX) current source DLS A10/PortA10 X13.13 X13.14 +24V +24V X13.15...
  • Page 105: Internet Update Of The Machine Software

    Adjustment Internet update of the machine software The machine software can be updated with PFAFF flash programming. For this purpose the PFP boot program and the appropriate control software for the machine type must be installed on a PC. To transfer the data to the machine, the PC and the machine control unit must be connected with an appropriate null modem cable ( part no.
  • Page 106: Wearing Parts

    Wearing parts Wearing parts This list indicates the most important wearing parts. You can request a detailed parts list for the complete machine under parts number 296-12-18 760. 91-100 296-25 (2x) 11-330 085-15 11-108 174-25 91-701 179-15 (2x) System 134 91-262 250-91 91-262 377-91 99-137 192-05...
  • Page 107 Wearing parts 11-108 087-15 91-262 235-15 91-264 240-15 91-171 853-15 11-108 084-15 (2x) 91-108 222-15 99-137 151-45 91-171 049-05 91-171 042-05 14 - 2...
  • Page 108: Circuit Diagrams

    Circuit diagrams Circuit diagrams Reference list for circuit diagrams Controller Quick P322MS Control panel BDF S2 Incremental transmitter (included in M1) Keyboard Light transmitter Light receiver Light receiver Bobbin thread monitor Sewing head identification Set value transmitter Single stitch (included in A4) Backtacking by hand (backtack) (included in A4) Needle position (included in A4) Knee switch (single stitch)
  • Page 109 2483/980 Overview Version 27.01.03 15 - 2...
  • Page 110: Circuit Diagram

    Circuit diagram 91-191 454-95 Version 29.01.02 Part 1 15 - 3...
  • Page 111 91-191 454-95 Circuit diagram Part 2 Version 29.01.02 15 - 4...
  • Page 112 Circuit diagram 91-191 454-95 Version 29.01.02 Part 3 15 - 5...
  • Page 113 91-191 454-95 Circuit diagram Part 4 Version 29.01.02 15 - 6...
  • Page 114 PFAFF Industrie Maschinen AG Postfach 3020 D-67653 Kaiserslautern Königstr. 154 D-67655 Kaiserslautern Telefon: (0631) 200-0 Telefax: (0631) 17202 E-Mail: info@pfaff-industrial.com Gedruckt in der BRD Printed in Germany Imprimé en R.F.A. Impreso en la R.F.A.

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