1225/5 Single-head se wing unit for serging and overlocking for trou sers with knee li ning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Servic Instructions Frohn rad stra ße 10, D-63768 Hös bach Telefon Ser vice +49 (0) 60 21/ 50 19 40 Telefax +49 (0) 60 21/ 54 00 61 E-mail: Vertrieb@beisler-gmbh.de Aus ga be / Edi ti on: 06/2005 Prin ted in Fe de ral Re pub lic of Ger ma ny...
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Foreword This instruction manual is intended to help the user to become familiar with the machine and take advantage of its application possibilities in accordance with the recommendations. The instruction manual contains important information on how to operate the machine securely, properly and economically. Observation of the instructions eliminates danger, reduces costs for repair and down-times, and increases the reliability and life of the machine.
General safety instructions The non-observance of the following safety instructions can cause bodily injuries or damages to the machine. 1. The machine must only be commissioned in full knowledge of the instruction book and operated by persons with appropriate training. 2.
Index Page: Preface and general safety instructions Teil 1: Operating instructions cl. 1225/5 Description of product Description of proper use ......... Brief description .
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Index Page: 6.4.4 Creation of seam programs ........6.4.5 Altering seam programs ( Changing / Completing the sequence) .
Description of product 1.1 Description of proper use The 1225/5 is a sewing unit which can properly be used for sewing light to medium-weight material. Such material is, as a rule, made of textile fibres. These materials are used in the garment industry. In general only dry material should be sewn on this machine.
– Vertical cutter with suction for overlocking and serging in one operation – Chain separator with suction, programmable – Adjustable blowing nozzles in the table top for supporting the material feed – Height-adjustable stand, infinitely variable from 850 mm to 1200 mm –...
Optional equipment See annex Switching on - Switching off - Program stop 3.1 Switching on – Switch on main switch 1 (turn in clockwise direction). The control loads the machine program. The basic display appears in the display of the control panel. 3.2 Switching off –...
3.3 Program stop For an immediate stop in case of operating errors, needle breakage etc. the safety system of the 1225/5 provides the following measures: – Press program stop switch 2 at the control panel. The running operations are stopped immediately. –...
Operation of the sewing machine head 4.1 General notes The operation of the sewing machine head (needle insertion, threading of needle thread and hook thread etc.) is described in the attached separate Pegasus operating instructions. The instruction manual is included in the accessories of the sewing unit.
Recommended threads Needle system: Recommended needle size: Nm 80 for very thin material Nm 90 for thin material Nm 100 for medium-weight material High sewing security and good sewability are achieved with the following core threads: – Two-ply polyester endless polyester core-spun (e.g.
4.3 Removing / Putting on the fabric sliding sheet The fabric sliding sheet 2 is held in the gap of the table top by the magnets 1. The edge guide 3 is fastened on the fabric sliding sheet. Removing the fabric sliding sheet –...
4.4 Setting the differential feed By the differentials the behaviour of the feed-dogs can be altered. Permanent differential The left lever 2 (seen from behind) influences the permanent differential, which is active during the whole sewing process. The setting range is between -10 and + 6. The higher the setting (positive numbers),the more the material is gathered.
Operation of the sewing unit 5.1 Fusing station 5.1.1 Inserting adhesive tape – Remove the right supporting disk by pulling the handle 1 strongly. – Insert a new roll of adhesive tape 2. The full roll must rotate counter-clockwise when unwinding. –...
5.1.3 Fusing of knee lining and front trousers Caution: Risk of burn! Do not touch the area around the fusing station. The lower stamp is very hot. To avoid a displacement of the knee lining during the sewing process a bonding point has to be set with the fusing station fusing the lining at the correct position.
5.1.4 Cleaning the stamp Caution: Risk of burn! Clean the stamp only when it is cold. – Throw toggle switch 1. The lower stamp 2 moves upwards. – Clean the stamp. – Actuate toggle switch 1 again. The lower stamp 2 moves downwards.
5.2 Foot switch machine sequence In some of the seam programs the foot switch serves for releasing various functions. The foot switch is equipped with two contacts. One of them is located at the rear and is released by stepping back. The other one is located at the front and is released by pressure of the heel.
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The trousers part is sewn. As soon as the workpiece has left the light barrier,the seam is finished and both stamps 6 lower. The contour guide moves upwards. The swivelling device 5 transports the material out of the sewing area. The stacker clamp 8 moves to the front.
5.4 Adjusting the edge guide The height-adjustable edge guide ensures a precise positioning of the trousers part in front of the sewing head. The height of the edge guide can be adjusted depending on the thickness of the material to be processed.
5.5 Adjusting the blowing air for the nozzles in the table top The blast nozzles 1 in the table top support the precise stacking of the workpieces. – Set the intensity of the air blast with the dial 2 at the control panel. Turn dial to the right = increased intensity of air blast Turn dial to the left...
5.6 Stacker The finished workpieces are stacked on the throw-over stacker 2. The stacked and clamped workpieces can be removed by actuating the foot switch 1. The stacker is accessed by a control pulse. The pneumatic functions can be taken from the pneumatic wiring diagram. Caution: Risk of injury! Do not reach into the working area of the throw-over stacker during the stacking operation.
Operation of the control 6.1 Operator terminal For the input and output of data an operator terminal with an LCD display and function keys is used. Display Enter keys Function keys Keys 1 - 0 Program- stop Function — Seam program 1 to program 20 Manual stacking Menu selection/ Data storage Function bottom feed...
User interface 6.2.1 Menu structure of the sewing and setting programs Switch on main switch Main screen Call up sewing programs Menu selection Key F2 Manual stacking Key 2 Adjust bottom feed Key 3 Adjust auxiliary roller Key 4 Adjust holding stamp Key 5 Set machine parameters Key 6 Adjust swivelling device Key 7 Sewing stop in the seam...
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Calling up sewing programs – Switch the main switch on. The control initializes. The seam program previously used is loaded. – Press one of the keys “1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 0”. The selected seam program is loaded. Calling up the parameter menu –...
6.3 Seam programs Designation of the individual seams: 1 = hem 2 = waistband 3 = fly seam or seat seam 4 = crotch seam 5 = side seam 6 = crotch seam from the hem 7 = side seam from the hem A seam program in the display of the control panel Program No.
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The sewing unit 1225/5 is delivered with 8 standard seam programs: Program Description Crotch seam (4) from the waistband Side seam (5) from the waistband Crotch seam (6) from the hem Side seam (7) from the hem Side seam (8) with prefabricated pocket from the waistband Manual start Side seam (9) with prefabricated pocket from...
6.4 Adjusting the control The parameter values are altered in the individual parameter menus. – Press key “P”. – Select the menu item. – Select the parameter to be altered with the keys “F1” or “F2”. – Press key “E”. –...
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Adjusting the holding stamp Via this parameter the holding stamp is adjusted. Parameter 15: Time when the stamp lowers. Setting range: 0 …20 Parameter 16: Time how long the warp separator remains switched Setting range: 0 …100 Parameter 17: Switch the stacker on or off Setting range: 0 / 1 Parameter 47:...
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Altering the swivelling device Via this parameter the swivelling device is adjusted. Parameter 62: Number of stitches when the blade extends. Setting range: 0 …00 Parameter 63: Number of stitches how long the blade remains retracted. Setting range: 0 …00 Parameter 64: Switch the swivelling of the stacker on or off Setting range:...
6.4.2 Altering the global parameters Parameter 45: Number of stitches until the table blowing is switched Input: 0 …200 Parameter 46: Duration of the stacker impulse Input: 0 ..2000 Parameter 47: Time of stacker movement Input: 0 … Parameter 48: Speed limitation Input: max.
6.4.3 Input - Output test Via the input - output test the different input and output elements can be checked. Input test – Press key “P”. – Press key “8”. – Actuate the corresponding input. Example: Cover the light barrier. –...
6.4.4 Creation of seam programs Note Before a new seam program can be created or an existing one can be deleted, the global parameter “56” has to be set to the value “0”. This avoids that the existing programs are changed inadvertently. –...
6.4.5 Deleting a seam program – Press key “P”. – Press key “9”. – Press key “F2”. The display indicates: DELETE? – Press key “F2” anew. The program is deleted. – Press key “P”. You return to the selection menu. 6.4.6 Altering seam programs (Changing / Completing the sequence) Note...
Error messages In case of an error in the control system or in the machine program corresponding error messages are indicated in the display. Display Meaning Error 1 One of the parameters “18” or “19” is switched on (value = 1) Error 2 Both parameters “18”...
USB stick 8.1 General notes The USB stick 1 serves for storing and transferring of the sewing unit software. By means of the USB stick program and parameter data can also be transferred to other sewing units. Commercially available USB 1 sticks can be used, too. 8.2 Formatting the USB stick Before using a new USB stick this has to be formatted correspondingly.
8.4 USB functions The following functions can be carried out with a USB stick: 1) Storing and loading of global parameters File extension = *. PAR Parameter Function F-510 Securing from the control on the USB stick F-511 Loading from the USB stick in the control F-512 Comparing USB stick and control data F-513...
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If different program or parameter files are stored, the control allocates a new name each. Example: Storing of different parameter data 1st file 0100DATA.PAR 2nd file 0101DATA.PAR etc. The files can individually be renamed by the file manager or explorer on a PC.
8.4.1 Storing data on the USB stick – Enter parameter. Example: 510 – Press key “E” The cursor flashes. – Press key “F2”. The file name chosen by the control appears. Example 0100DATA.PAR – Press key “E”. The data are written on the USB stick. Note The file name is allocated automatically.
8.4.3 Data comparison – Enter parameter. Example: 512 – Press key “E”. The file name chosen by the control appears. Example 0100DATA.PAR – Press key “E”. The message appears. READ DATA YES = E – Press key “E” within 2 seconds. The data of the USB stick and the control are compared.
8.4.5 Loading software version from the USB stick – Enter parameter 523. – Press key “E”. The cursor flashes. – Press key “F2”. The name of the first file stored on the stick appears. Example 20_5D_1A.PRG – Select the desired parameter file with the keys “+” or “-”. –...
Maintenance 9.1 Cleaning and checking Caution: Risk of injury ! Switch the main switch off. The maintenance of the sewing unit must only be carried out with the machine switched off. Maintenance work has to be done after the intervals indicated in the tables at the latest (see column “Operating hours”).
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Maintenance work Explanation Operating to be done hours Pneumatic system The water level must not rise up to the filter - Check the water level in the insert 4. pressure regulator 3 - Let the water run out of the water separator under pressure after pressing the drain plug 5.
9.2 Oil lubrication Caution: Risk of injury ! Oil may cause skin eruption. Avoid a longer contact with the skin. Wash yourself thoroughly after a contact. ATTENTION ! The handling and disposal of mineral oils is subject to legal regulations. Deliver used oil to an authorized collecting station.
Sco pe of de li very The scope of delivery depends on your order. The sewing units consists of: – 1 Sewing machine head (as per order) – 2 Thread reel holder – 3 Control with control panel – 4 Material tray –...
In stal ling the se wing unit 3.1 Trans port pro tec tions Before the installation of the sewing unit all transport protections have to be removed. Transport protections of the sewing unit – Remove the protective foils 1. – Remove the security tapes at the thread reel holder, machine table etc.
3.2 Setting the working height The working height is adjustable between 850 and 1200 mm (measured up to the top edge of the table top). – Loosen screws 1 and 2 on all four spars. – Set the desired working height with the help of suitable auxiliary means.
3.3 Mounting the thre ad reel hol der – Insert thread reel holder 1 in retainer 2. – Tighten the thread reel holder with the two screws 3. 3.4 Aligning the con trol panel The control panel 1 has been lowered for transportation. –...
3.5 Connecting the foot pe dal – Position the foot pedal 1 within easy reach. – Make plug connection 2. 3.6 Mounting and aligning the stacker – Approach the stacker with the holder 4 to the sewing unit. – Screw the holder 4 on the sewing unit with two screws 5. –...
3.7 Alig ning the ma te ri al trays The material trays 2 and 3 have been lowered for transportation. – Loosen screws 4 at the spars 1. – Draw the material trays to the corresponding working height. – Tighten screws 4.
Elec tri cal con nec ti on ATTENTION ! Any work on the electrical equipment of the sewing unit must only be carried out by electricians or correspondingly instructed persons. The mains plug must be pulled out. 4.1 Che cking the no mi nal vol ta ge ATTENTION ! The nominal voltage indicated on the type plate of the sewing machine control and the mains voltage must correspond.
Pneu ma tic con nec ti on For the operation of the pneumatic components the sewing unit has to be provided with anhydrous compressed air. ATTENTION! For a trouble-free function of the pneumatic control processes the compressed air net has to be rated as follows: Even in the moment of maximum air consumption the minimum operating pressure must not drop below 6 bar.
Put ting into ope ra ti on 6.1 Se wing test After completion of the installation work a sewing test should be made. – Plug in the mains plug. Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Thread in needle and hook thread only with the sewing unit switched off.
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Index Page: Part 3: Service instructions class 1225/5 General notes ..........Brief instructions for the sewing head Adjusting the needle bar height .
General notes The service instructions on hand describe the adjustment of the single-head overlock unit 1225/5. The manual consists of: · Brief instructions for the sewing head · Service instructions for the sewing unit ATTENTION ! The brief instructions are a summary of the detailed operating instructions of the sewing head.
Brief instructions for the sewing head 2.1 Adjusting the height of the needle bar Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Check and adjust the height of the needle bar only with the sewing unit switched off. Standard checking In the top dead centre of the needle bar the distance between the needlepoint 4 and the throat plate should amount to 9.7 - 9.9 mm.
2.2 Adjusting the hook 2.2.1 Distance between left hook and needle 2,3 - 2,5 mm Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Check and adjust hook only with the sewing unit switched off. Cross-line adjustment Standard checking In the left reverse point of hook 5 the distance between the middle of the needle and the hook tip should amount to 2.3 - 2.5 mm.
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2,3 - 2,5 mm 0 - 0,05 mm Adjustment in sewing direction Standard checking The distance between hook tip 6 and needle 7 should amount to 0.0 - 0.05 mm. – Turn handwheel in direction of rotation until the hook tip is exactly at the level of the middle of the needle.
2.2.2 Distance between right hook and needle Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Check and adjust the hook only with the sewing unit switched off. Cross-line adjustment Standard checking When the right hook is in its top reverse point, the distance between hook tip 9 and the middle of the needle should amount to 4.3 - 4.5 mm.
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Adjustment in sewing direction Standard checking When the right hook crosses the left hook, the distance “A” should amount to 0.5 mm and the distance “B” to 0.2 mm. Correction – Turn handwheel in direction of rotation until the right hook crosses the left hook.
2.3 Adjusting the needle protection 2.3.1 Hind needle protection Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Check and adjust the needle protection only with the sewing unit switched off. Standard checking When the tip of the left hook 3 is at the level of the middle of the needle, the needle protection 1 should abut on the needle.
2.3.2 Front needle protection Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Check and adjust the needle protection only with the sewing unit switched off. Standard checking In the lower dead centre of the needle the distance between needle protection 1 and needle should amount to 0.03 - 0.05 mm.
2.4 Adjusting the feed-dog 2.4.1 Feed-dog position Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Check and adjust the feed-dog position only with the sewing unit switched off. Standard checking In their highest position the feed-dogs should be horizontal. –...
2.4.2 Feed-dog height Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Check and adjust the feed-dog height only with the sewing unit switched off. Standard checking When the feed-dogs are in their highest position, the teeth of the main feed-dog 4 should be 0.8 mm above the top edge of the throat plate, the teeth of the differential feed-dog 5 0.9 to 1.0 mm and the teeth of the auxiliary feed-dog 6 0.6 to 0.7 mm.
2.5 Presser foot 2.5.1 Presser foot lift head EX5204 Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Check and adjust the presser foot lift only with the sewing unit switched off. Standard When the piston rod 7 is extended, the lever 6 should abut on screw 5 and the clearance under the sewing feet should amount to 4 mm.
2.5.2 Presser foot lift head S52 Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Check and adjust the presser foot lift only with the sewing unit switched off. Standard When the piston rod 1 is extended, the lever 4 should abut on screw 6 and the clearance under the sewing feet should amount to 5 mm.
2.5.3 Presser foot Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Check and adjust the presser foot only with the sewing unit switched off. Standard checking When the feed-dogs are in their lowest position, the sole of the presser foot should be 0.1 to 0.2 mm up at the front.
2.6 Upper and lower knife 2.6.1 Exchanging and adjusting the upper knife Head EX 5205-22/233-6KS Head S52 134B Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Exchange and adjust the upper knife only with the sewing unit switched off. Standard In the lowest position of the upper knife the front edge of the blade should be 0.5 to 1.0 mm underneath the top edge of the throat plate.
2.6.2 Changing and adjusting the lower knife Head EX 5205-22/233-6KS Head S52 134B Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Exchange and adjust the lower knife only with the sewing unit switched off. Standard The blade of the lower knife has to be flush with the top edge of the throat plate.
2.7 Thread regulation of overlock hook Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Check and adjust the thread regulation only with the sewing unit switched off. Standard The position of the individual thread guides or thread pullers is dependent on the material, the sewing thread and the stitch type.
Adjusting the sewing unit 3.1 Adjusting the light barrier Caution: Risk of injury! The adjustment of the light barrier is done with the sewing unit switched on. Carry out adjustment and function test with utmost caution. Aligning the light barrier The light barrier 2 has to be aligned to the area 1 of the machine head.
3.2 Setting the seam width Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Set the stop for the sewing width only with the sewing unit switched off. Standard The seam width can be slightly changed by adjusting the material stop 2 and the sewing foot 3.
3.3 Adjusting the swivelling device Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Adjust the swivelling device only with the sewing unit switched off. Standard The swivelling device 2 must swivel out so far that the two stamps 1 are in parallel and close position to the table top edge 3.
3.4 Direct sewing drive 3.4.1 Setting the reference Caution: Risk of injury! Switch the main switch off. Check and adjust the hook setting only with the sewing unit switched off. Standard When the needle is in the position “7 mm after the bottom dead centre”, the drive belt has to be put on in such a way that the feather key 2 in the motor shaft points to the marking 1 in the motor casing.
Oil lubrication Caution: Risk of injury ! Oil can cause skin eruption. Avoid a longer contact with the skin. Wash yourself thoroughly after a contact. ATTENTION ! The handling and disposal of mineral oils is subject to legal regulations. Deliver used oil to an authorized collecting station. Conserve your environment.
Maintenance Caution: Risk of injury ! Switch the main switch off. The maintenance of the sewing unit must only be done with the machine switched off. The daily or weekly maintenance work (cleaning and oiling) to be carried out by the operators of the sewing unit is described in the operating instructions (chapter 8).
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