Consew 206RB-4 Walking Foot Industrial Sewing Machine

Consew 206RB-4 Walking Foot Industrial Sewing Machine

Description

For sewing light to heavy-weight materials such as leather, vinyl, upholstery, synthetics, canvas and various coated and laminated products.

Can use for auto, boat and furniture upholstery, tarpaulins, covers, sails, tents, camping trailer covers, awnings, umbrellas, tops, bags, luggage, handbags, travelware accessories, sports and camping equipment, wearing apparel, outdoor clothing, canvas shoes, slippers, etc.

Triple Feed, Heavy Duty, Single Needle, Drop Feed, Needle Feed, Compound Feed, Alternating (Walking) Presser Feet, Lockstich Machine

With: Centralized Arm Lubrication, Reservoir-Oiled Hook with Micrometic Control Valve, Large Horizontal Axis Rotary Hook and Bobbin, Adjustable Reverse Feed, Locking Stitch Regulator, Safety Clutch

This particular machine has been retrofitted with a servo motor, so the machine is now much easier to use than with the original clutch motor.

Important Info: Neither the bobbin case nor the needles from the Consew (walking foot) fit any other machine. Likewise, neither the bobbin case nor the needles from the long arm fit any other machine. The easiest way to identify the long arm bobbin case vs. Consew (they both take size M bobbins) is that with the needle port (large opening at the top of the bobbin case) at the very top, the latching lever on the long arm is horizontal. On the Consew, it slopes down to the right about 10-15 degrees.

Classes

Use of this tool requires successful completion of the EQ class "Walking Foot Industrial Sewing Machine".

Specifications

Consew Spec Sheet for 206RB-5 (Very Similar to the 206RB-4

• Extra long stitch - 2-1/2 S.P.I. (10mm)
• Large Bobbin. Bobbin can be changed without removing object being sewn
• Thread release finger (for heavy thread)
• High presser foot lift - 9/16" (14mm)
• Centralized arm lubrication. Reservoir-oiled hook with micrometric control valve
• Safety clutch with push-button re-engagement
• Adjustable reverse stitching can be same length as forward stitch
• Simple adjustment permits raising and lowering of the center foot which allows for sewing different thicknesses of material and thus assures positive stitching
• Walking feet, needles and other attachments interchangeable with Consew models 226R-2, 255RB-2
• Needle plate, foot and feed dog can be changed for special operations
• Compound feed, walking foot mechanism insures even feeding of material
• Locking stitch regulator prevents changes in stitch length from vibration
• Electrical spec:

VOLT: 110V

AMP: 5A

HERTZ: 60Hz

550W

MN Asset Details

Consew Consew 206RB-4 Serial Number Plate

Consew 206RB-4 Name Plate

Consew 206RB-4 Motor Serial Number

Consew 206RB-4 Motor Electrical Plate

• Model Number: Consew 206RB-4
• Serial Number: TH 1008682
• Motor Model Number: CSM550-1
• Motor Serial Number: 8010585426
• MN Asset Number: MN-736

Safety Specifics

All general MN Safety policies of course apply to use of this tool, as do safety policies for the containing shop area and safety practices prescribed in our classes and/or in detailed tool documentation, regardless of whether they're repeated here.

For any sewing machine:

1. Keep your eye on the needle while sewing.
2. Keep your fingers away from all moving parts. Do not touch handwheel, thread takeup levers, needles etc.
3. Do not let anything obstruct the moving parts: foot pedals, levers, needles, etc.
4. Use care when pushing or pulling fabric when sewing so you do not deflect the needle and cause it to break. Broken needles fly unpredictably and may travel long distances.
5. Remove pins before the machine sews over them. They blunt or dull the needle and can causing timing problems.
6. Make sure the needle isn't moving, is at it's highest point, and the take-up lever is up before you remove fabric to avoid needle deflection.
7. Avoid loose clothing or long sleeves that might get caught in the work.
8. If a needle becomes bent or breaks, report it.
9. Turn off the power switch when:
   1. Operation is complete
   2. Replacing or removing the needle or presser foot
   3. Leaving the machine unattended
10. Turn off the power switch and unplug the cord for these situations:
    1. Power failure during use
    2. Servicing the machine

All general MN Safety policies of course apply to use of this tool, as do safety policies for the containing shop area and safety practices prescribed in our classes and/or in detailed tool documentation, regardless of whether they're repeated here.

Industrial sewing machines differ from domestic sewing machines in that it offers limited stitches. They also have a much higher speed and more technically precise.

• Make sure to control the speed so you can guide the fabric without push or pull. When in doubt, slow down.

Documentation

Operating Instructions

Parts Book

See also:

• Youtube videos of Consew 206RB series machines

Materials, Tooling, Accessories

• Bobbins - Insure you use Consew 206RB bobbins.
  • Bobbin #18034 (Class M)
  • Bobbin measurement : 1" diameter, 3/8" thick

Settings

TBW

Tips & Tricks

• Video for bobbin winding: Wind and Install Bobbin Consew 206rb1
  • Length 3:40. Includes instructions on adjusting the bobbin winder. Last minute or so is about re-installing the bobbin.
• Video for threading: Threading a Consew 206RB-2 - similiar to the 206RB-4

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