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Textile & Handloom Exercise 1.2.12

Shawl Weaving Artisan - Winding and Warping

Setup and operations of pirn winding machine

Objectives : At the end of this exercise you shall be able to
• fix the cone on pirn winding machine
• fix the pirn on winding spindle
• starting and stopping of pirn winding machine.

Requirements

Tools/Equipment’s/Instruments Materials
• Pirn winding machine - 1 No • Cone bobbin - 1 No.
• Empty Pirn - as reqd.

PROCEDURE

TASK 1: Fix the cone on pirn winding machine

1 Turn the machine powered off to avoid accidental 8 Pass the yarn through the machine’s thread guides,
movement during the process. tensioners, and eyelets.

2 Collect the required cones to be fixed. 9 Then adjust the tension of the yarn.
3 Inspect the cone holder or spindle for wear, damage, 10 Rotate the spindle manually to ensure the cone
or misalignment. spins freely without obstruction or misalignment.

4 Clean the holder to remove dust, lint, or old yarn 11 Ensure the yarn feeds smoothly from the cone
remnants. without snags or breaks.
5 Verify that the cone size matches the holder or 12 Turn the machine back on and run it at a low speed
spindle specifications. to test the setup.
6 Place the cone on the holder or spindle securely. 13 Monitor the winding process to ensure the yarn is
distributed evenly on the pirn and the cone is stable.
7 Avoid over tightening, as it can damage the cone or
holder. 14 If any issues persist, remove the cone and repeat
the process carefully.

TASK 2: Fix the pirn on winding spindle

1 Check the pirn for any damage or defects. 9 Then pass the yarn through the guides, tensioners,
and eyelets of the machine.
2 Ensure the pirn is clean and free of old yarn or
residue. 10 Secure the yarn to the pirn’s tip using a small knot or
wrap it around the pirn tip.
3 Check the spindle for cleanliness and ensure it is
free from debris, lint, or worn-out parts. 11 Set the machine speed appropriate for the type of
yarn and pirn to avoid uneven winding or damage.
4 Hold the pirn in alignment with the spindle.
12 Rotate the spindle manually to ensure the yarn flows
5 Push the pirn gently but firmly onto the spindle until smoothly onto the pirn without tangles or resistance.
it sits securely.
13 Ensure the yarn is being wound evenly and tightly
6 Ensure the pirn’s hole fits snugly over the spindle onto the pirn.
without excess play.
14 Check that the pirn remains stable on the spindle.
7 Rotate the pirn manually to ensure it spins smoothly.
15 Check the pirn and spindle during the winding
8 Turn the spindle by hand to check for smooth rotation process to address any issues promptly.
and ensure there are no obstructions.

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