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581
583
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
This instruction manual applies to machines
from the following serial numbers onwards:
# 2 771 790
296-12-19 139/002
Betriebsanleitung engl. 04.11
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This Instruction Manual is valid for all models and subclasses listed in the chapter "Specifi cations". The adjustment manual for the machines can be downloaded free of charge from the internet address www.pfaff-industrial.com/pfaff/de/service/downloads As an alternative to the internet download the adjustment manual can also be ordered in book form under part no. 296-12-19 140/002. The reprinting, copying or translation of PFAFF Instruction Manuals, whether in whole or in part, is only perm
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Index Contents ..................................................................................Page 1 Safety ....................................................................................................................................5 1.01 Directives ...............................................................................................................................5 1.02 General notes on safety ..............................................................................
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Index Contents ..................................................................................Page 8.01.04 Mounting the sewing head ..................................................................................................20 8.01.05 Mount upper machine cover ................................................................................................20 8.01.06 Mounting the spool holder ...............................................................................................
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Safety 1 Safety 1.01 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
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Safety 1.03 Safety symbols Danger! Points to be observed. Danger of injury for operating and specialist personnel! Caution Do not operate without fi nger guard and safety devices. Before threading, changing bobbin and needle, cleaning etc. switch off main switch. I 1.04 Important points for the user ● This Instruction Manual is an integral part of the machine and must be available to the operating personnel at all times. ● The Instruction Manual must be read before operating the m
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Safety 1.05 Operating and specialist personnel 1.05.01 Operating personnel 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-fi tting
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Safety 1.06 Danger warnings A working area of 1 m must be kept free both in front of and behind the machi- ne, so that easy access is possible at all times. Never put your hands or fi ngers in the sewing area during sewing! Danger of injury by the needle! While setting or adjusting the machine do not leave any objects on the table nor in the needle plate area! Objects may be trapped or fl ung out of the machine! 4 2 3 1 5 Fig. 1 - 01 Do not run the machine without fi nger guard 1! Danger of injur
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Proper use 2 Proper use The PFAFF 581 is an single-needle ultra-high-speed seamer with compound feed The PFAFF 583 is an single-needle ultra-high-speed seamer with drop feed These machines are used in the industry for sewing lockstitch seams. Any and all uses of this machine which have not been approved of by the manufacturer are considered to be inappropriate! The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any damage caused by the inappropriate use of the machine! The appropriate use of the mach
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Specifi cation 3 Specifi cations 3.01 PFAFF 581, PFAFF 583 Stitch type: ........................................................................................................301 ( lockstitch ) Needle system: .................................................................................................................... 134 Needle size in 1/100 mm: Version A: ........................................................................................................................ 60 - 70 Ve
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Specifi cation 3.02 Versions and subclasses Version A: ...........................................................................................for sewing light materials Version B: .................................................................................... for sewing medium materials Version C: .......................................................................... for sewing medium-heavy materials Work aids: Subclass -900/.. ....................................................
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Disposal of Machine 4 Disposal of Machine ● Proper disposal of the machine is the responsibility of the customer. ● The materials used for the machine are steel, aluminium, brass and various plastic materials. The electrical equipment comprises plastic materials and copper. ● The machine is to be disposed of according to the locally valid pollution control regula-ti- ons; if necessary, a specialist ist to be commissioned. Care must be taken that parts soiled with lubricants are disposed of sepa
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Transportation, packing and storage 5 Transportation, packing and storage 5.01 Transportation to customer‘s premises The machines are delivered completely packed. 5.02 Transportation inside the customer‘s premises The manufacturer cannot be made liable for transportation inside the customer‘s premises nor to other operating locations. It must be ensured that the machines are only transported in an upright position. 5.03 Disposal of packing materials The packing materials of this machine compri
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Explanation of symbols 6 Explanation of symbols In this instruction manual, work to be carried out or important information is accentuated by symbols. These symbols have the following meanings: Note, information Cleaning, care Lubrication Maintenance, repairs, adjustment, service work (only to be carried out by technical staff) 14
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Controls 7 Controls 7.01 On/off switch ● The power supply to the machine is switched on or off by turning switch 1. 1 Fig. 7 - 01 7.02 Pedal ● With the on/off switch on 0 = Machine stop 0 +1 +1 = Sew - 1 = Raise presser foot (for machines with -910/..) - 2 = Trim thread (for machines with -900/..) -1 -2 Fig. 7 - 02 15 77-005
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Controls 7.03 Raising the presser foot Fig. 7 - 03 Fig. 7 - 03a 7.04 Feed regulator disk / Reverse feed lever + - Fig. 7 - 04 16
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Controls 7.05 Keys on the machine head (only for machines with -911/..) ● As long as key 1 is pressed during sew- ing, the machine sews in reverse. 1 Fig. 7 - 05 7.06 Control panel The description can be found in the separate instruction manual for the motor. 17
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Installation and commissioning 8 Installation and commissioning The machine must only be mounted and commissioned by qualifi ed personnel! All relevant safety regulations are to be observed! If the machine is delivered without a table, it must be ensured that the frame and the table top which you intend to use can hold the weight of the machine and the motor. It must be ensured that the supporting structure is suffi ciently sturdy, including during all sewing operations. 8.01 Installation The
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Installation and commissioning 8.01.02 Assemble the mounted motor 7 7 5 6 1 4 3 2 Fig. 8 - 02 ● Fix bearing plate 1 on to motor 2 using screws 3, as shown in fi g. 8-02. ● Mount drive belt wheel 4 onto motor shaft and attach with screws 5. ● Tilt bearing plate 1 with motor 2 slightly to the side and lay drive belt 6 onto the drive belt wheels. ● Align bearing plate 1 of motor 2 with machine housing and attach with screws 7. ● Tighten drive belt by pivoting the motor, looses screws 3 slightly
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Installation and commissioning 8.01.04 Mounting the sewing head ● Attach the hinges 1 with two screws each in the relevant bore holes on the base plate. ● Insert the sewing head with hinges 1 into the rear rubber pads. 1 Fig. 8 - 04 8.01.05 Mount upper machine cover ● Attach machine cover 1 with screws 2. 1 1 2 Fig. 8 - 05 20
