DURKOPP ADLER 512-211-01, Service Instructions Manual

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Adjusting the hook and needle bar
24 Service Instructions 512-211-01/532-211-01 - 00.0 - 06/2016
5 Adjusting the hook and needle bar
The following 3 settings must be coordinated:
• Height of the needle bar
• Loop stroke position and needle guard
• Hook clearance to the needle
5.1 Adjusting the needle bar height
The needle bar has 4 marker lines which serve as an adjusting aid. The
top two lines are valid for class 512, while the bottom two lines are valid
for class 532.
Cover
• Remove the head cover (
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S. 13 ).
Fig. 16: Adjusting the needle bar height
Adjusting steps
1. Use the handwheel to set the needle bar at its lowest position.
2. Loosen the screw (1).
3. Adjust the height of the needle bar (2) so that the applicable upper
marker line (3/4) is aligned with the needle bar bush.
When doing this make sure that the needle bar (2) is not twisted.
4. Tighten the screw (1).
WARNING
Risk of injury from sharp and moving parts!
Crushing hazard and puncturing injuries due to
moving and sharp parts.
Switch off the sewing machine before adjusting the
height of the needle bar.
(1) - Screw
(2) - Needle bar
(3) - Marker line for class 512
(4) - Marker line for class 532
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①
②
512 532