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Sailrite Fabricator User Manual

Sailrite Fabricator
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Set-Up • Use • Maintenance
Troubleshooting • Schematics

Table of Contents

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Sailrite Fabricator Specifications

General IconGeneral
Max Stitch Length6 mm
Presser Foot Lift13 mm
Needle System135x17
Motor TypeServo motor
Stitch TypeLockstitch
Motor1/10 hp, 800 watt
TypeWalking Foot
Clearance Under Presser Foot13 mm

Summary

Sewing Machine Safety

Sailrite Fabricator Set-Up

Unpacking the Sailrite Fabricator

Instructions for safely removing the sewing machine casting from its packaging.

Inspecting the Machine

Procedure to thoroughly check the machine's condition before initial use.

Power Stand Assembly

Installing the Drawer

Installing Rubber Foot Pads

Installing the Treadle

Installing the Linkage Bar

Oil Pan and Machine Installation

Check Motor Rotation

Securing the Stitch PRO Balance Wheel

Belt Adjustment for the Workhorse Servo Motor

Attaching the Balance Wheel Belt Cover

Attaching the Bobbin Winder

Mounting the Flex20 LED Light

Mounting the Thread Stand

Installing the Knee Lift Assembly

Check the Machine for Operation

Auto Lubrication

Controlling Oil Distribution (Entire Machine)

Adjusts the oil pump setting for optimal flow to the entire machine.

Controlling Oil Distribution (Rotating Hook)

Adjusts oil flow to the rotating hook via a specific screw.

Manual Oiling

Using the Fabricator

Coordinating the Needle, Thread and Material

Installing Needles

Guide on correctly inserting new needles into the sewing machine.

Thread Recommendations

Preparing to Sew

How to Wind a Bobbin

Step-by-step instructions for winding thread onto a bobbin.

Bobbin Thread Winding Adjustment

Adjusting tension and fill level for proper bobbin thread winding.

Removing and Installing the Bobbin Case

Procedure for safely removing and reinserting the bobbin case.

How to Thread the Bobbin

Instructions on how to correctly thread the bobbin case with thread.

Threading the Sewing Machine

Detailed steps for threading the upper thread through the machine.

Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread

Method to bring the bobbin thread up to the needle plate.

Sewing with the Sailrite Fabricator

Starting to Sew

Basic steps to begin sewing with the machine.

Setting the Stitch Length and Operating in Reverse

How to adjust stitch length and use the reverse function.

Adjusting the Pressure of the Presser Feet

Modifying presser foot pressure for different fabric types.

Adjusting Upper Tension Assemblies

Steps to adjust the upper thread tension for optimal stitching.

Adjusting Bobbin Thread Tension

Guidance on adjusting bobbin thread tension for balanced stitches.

Removing Material from Under the Presser Feet

Procedure for safely removing fabric from beneath the presser foot.

Sewing in Light to Moderate Weight Fabrics

Tips for sewing lighter fabrics, including pressure and tension adjustments.

Fabricator Maintenance

Feed Dog Height Adjustment

Adjusting the feed dog height relative to the needle plate.

Setting the Feed Dog Position

Adjusting the feed dog's forward position relative to the needle plate.

Adjusting Needle Position & Clearance Between Presser Feet

Ensuring correct needle alignment and clearance between presser feet.

Timing Between the Needle & the Rotating Hook

Critical steps to ensure proper timing between needle and hook.

Adjusting the Presser Foot Lift

Setting the relationship between the inner and outer presser feet.

Adjusting the Vertical Lift of the Outer Presser Foot

Adjusting the outer presser foot's vertical travel range.

Adjusting Feed Timing of the Needle Bar, Presser Foot and Feed Dog

Ensuring proper synchronization of feed mechanisms.

Stitch Length Adjustment Between Forward and Reverse

Adjusting stitch length consistency between forward and reverse sewing.

Adjusting the Thread Take-Up Spring

Adjusting the thread take-up spring tension and travel range.

Troubleshooting

Skipped Stitches

Diagnosing and fixing common causes of skipped stitches.

Lack of Stitch Tension

Addressing issues with insufficient stitch tension.

Fabricator Schematics

Machine Arm and Bed

Diagram and parts list for the machine arm and bed components.

Arm and Vertical Shafts, Needle bar Thread Take-up Parts

Diagram and parts list for arm, vertical shafts, and needle bar thread take-up.

Feed Dog Lift and Feed and Thread Looping

Diagram and parts list for feed dog lift and thread looping mechanisms.

Feed Mechanism

Diagram and parts list for the machine's feed mechanism.

Presser Foot

Diagram and parts list for the presser foot assembly.

Upper Feed Parts

Diagram and parts list for upper feed components.

Oil Pump

Diagram and parts list for the machine's oil pump system.

Oil Reservoir & Accessories

Diagram and parts list for oil reservoir and related accessories.

Machine Specifications

2-Year Limited Warranty

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