New (to me) machine, thanks to you!

[eLeM]

I just wanted to thank everyone that responded to my other post looking for help picking a machine. Without your advice, I might have ended up with a much more expensive machine and disappointment. Instead, I spent $200 and a several hours cleaning and swapping out the motor on this beautiful Singer 211g165. I got the servo for free from a friend that had it lying around collecting dust, so I got a great deal on that! Anyway, allow me to show off DeVille #9 (the factory it once lived in, and the number on the table). If anyone has stories to tell of theirs, helpful info and links, etc. please share! 

[dikman]

You did good, got a real bargain there. They are good solid machines and it should serve you well.

[friquant]

Congratulations!
Can we get a good photo of the back of the machine?

Specifically I'm looking for what attachment points the machine head has for a knee lift / foot lift. Having a knee or foot lift is quite convenient...worth putting in the effort to source/install one. 

 

I used to have a motor controller that said "by consew" like that. It had a minimum speed of 200rpm. If you haven't already, I suggest finding a manual for the motor controller and making sure the minimum speed is indeed set for 200. (Factory default is probably higher than that)

Also, if you don't have a 45mm pulley yet, they are easy to come by, for example here: https://www.amazon.com/KKUANG-Industrial-Aluminium-Electric-Clutches/dp/B0DLGNBZFQ It will slow down your minimum speed at the hand wheel, and increase the torque at the hand wheel.

[kgg]

2 hours ago, eLeM said:

I just wanted to thank everyone that responded to my other post looking for help picking a machine.

Glad you got a machine. Now you are going to have to learn the "poor mans reverse". Three stitches forward, turn the material 180 degrees, sew three stitches, turn the material back 180 degrees and do your seam. Rinse and repeat at the end of your seam. This method will lock your seam at the beginning and at the end.

kgg 

[eLeM]

36 minutes ago, kgg said:

Glad you got a machine. Now you are going to have to learn the "poor mans reverse". Three stitches forward, turn the material 180 degrees, sew three stitches, turn the material back 180 degrees and do your seam. Rinse and repeat at the end of your seam. This method will lock your seam at the beginning and at the end.

kgg 

The guy I bought this from seemed to think it had reverse, but I was pretty sure these didn't have that. He works as an upholsterer but hasn't used the machine in a while, so I wonder about that. I'm happy to do the poor man's reverse for now, as my projects are not my main income and are sporadic at best. Half the joy of this machine for me is the machine itself and《tinkering》:)

[eLeM]

2 hours ago, friquant said:

Congratulations!
Can we get a good photo of the back of the machine?

Specifically I'm looking for what attachment points the machine head has for a knee lift / foot lift. Having a knee or foot lift is quite convenient...worth putting in the effort to source/install one. 

 

I used to have a motor controller that said "by consew" like that. It had a minimum speed of 200rpm. If you haven't already, I suggest finding a manual for the motor controller and making sure the minimum speed is indeed set for 200. (Factory default is probably higher than that)

Also, if you don't have a 45mm pulley yet, they are easy to come by, for example here: https://www.amazon.com/KKUANG-Industrial-Aluminium-Electric-Clutches/dp/B0DLGNBZFQ It will slow down your minimum speed at the hand wheel, and increase the torque at the hand wheel.

It has a chain to a knee lift, pretty cool. I attached the single document that came with the servo. I'll look into the pulley, thanks! 

[friquant]

1 hour ago, eLeM said:

It has a chain to a knee lift, pretty cool

Wowza. Even better deal 😀

 

1 hour ago, eLeM said:

I attached the single document that came with the servo.

Here are my notes from my "consew" digital servo controller. Based on my notes, I'm assuming the minimum speed is not adjustable, so my memory is probably wrong there.

 

Default settings:
U0: 45  | (Maximum "maximum" speed that can be obtained by using the arrow keys by end user)
U2: 1   | (Reverse)
U3: 12  | (No discernable difference, though the PDF calls this the "location parameter")
U4: 0   | (Delay between pressing full throttle to when it instantly goes to full throttle.)
          (Note this is not the "slow start" I would prefer)
U5: 8   | (No discernable difference)
U6: 5   | (No discernable difference)
U7: 0   | (Not adjustable)
U8: 0   | (Not adjustable)

From PDF that used to live here:
https://www.consew.com/Files/112347/InstructionManuals/CSM1000.pdf

CSM1000 Dual Display Controller Operating Instructions
1) The Speed Setting; UO
Press R; Display UO, Press M to adjust; Display the number 5 to 70; {5 represents a minimum speed
of 500 rpm, 70 represents the maximum speed of 7000 rpm}.
Example 1: You need 3500 rev/min
Press R: Display UO; Press M to adjust; Digital display 35; Press L to save.
Example 2: You need 500 rev/min
Press R: Display UO; Press M to adjust; Digital display 5; Press L to save.

2) Upper and lower needle position set; U1
Press R; Display U1; Press M to adjust; Display number 0 to 1; {0 for the next stop pin; 1 for the
stop pin}; Press R to save

3) Reversing settings; U2
Press R; Display U2; Press M to adjust; Display number 0 to 1; {0 clockwise; 1 is the reversed},
Press R to save.

4) Location parameter setting; U3
Press R; Display U3; Press M to adjust; Display the number 8 to 20; (The smaller the number, the
more slowly, but the positioning is more accurate; The bigger the number, the faster the location, the
more not allowed), Press R to save.

5) Slow start setting U4
Press R; Display U4; Press M to adjust; Display the number 0 to 9; Press R to save

6) Other display instructions:
{1}When the motor stall failure occurs, when it display E1, the motor does not work, press the R key
to recovery; Many times, it is recommended to reduce the load or contact your dealer.
{2}When the stream or under voltage fault occurred, when the motor display E2, the motor does not
work, press R key to recovery, many times, it is recommended to reduce the load or contact your
dealer.
{3}When the motor has the Hall signal error, it display E4, check the motor and controller plus
connection is intact, press R key to recovery many times, if not, please contact your dealer.

7) Restore factory settings:
In the U mode, press the M button for 3 seconds or more. The set parameters are reset to the factory
default state.
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[eLeM]

This came with the servo, a needle positioned right? The hole on it and the nub on the hand wheel seem like they're the same size but it doesn't seem to want to go on. Am I missing something? 

[friquant]

Yes, the part in your hand is the needle position sensor. 

Check if your hardware kit comes with a collar and extra long screw like this:

If it does, remove the stock handwheel screw, and install the collar (with extra long screw) in its place.

Then the needle positioner fits around the provided collar instead of around the shoulder of the actual handwheel.