DURKOPP ADLER 969 Classic, Service Instructions Manual

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Position of the hook and needle
56 Service Instructions 969 - 06.0 - 03/2019
Fig. 42: Setting the hook clearance
To set the hook clearance:
1. Lock the machine in place at position 1 .
2. Check the distance between the groove of the needle (2) and the hook
tip (3).
3. Position the needle (2) at top dead center.
4. Loosen the screws (6) of the cover ring (5).
5. Remove the cover ring (5).
6. Remove the hook.
7. Loosen and remove the loop support.
8. Loosen the screw for the hook cage (1).
9. Remove the hook cage (1).
Important
When removing the hook cage, make sure not to damage the oil wick.
The hook cage (1) cannot be removed unless the driver and the slot in the
hook cage (1) are in alignment.
(1) - Hook cage
(2) - Needle
(3) - Hook tip
(4) - Driver
(5) - Cover ring
(6) - Screws
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