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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

BAS-300G-484 BAS-300G-484 SF

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PROGRAMMABLE ELECTRONIC PATTERN SEWER

Thank you very much for buying a BROTHER sewing machine. Before using your new machine, please read the safety instructions below and the explanations given in the instruction manual.

With industrial sewing machines, it is normal to carry out work while positioned directly in front of moving parts such as the needle and thread take-up lever, and consequently there is always a danger of injury that can be caused by these parts. Follow the instructions from training personnel and instructors regarding safe and correct operation before operating the machine so that you will know how to use it correctly.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

[1] Safety indications and their meanings

This instruction manual and the indications and symbols that are used on the machine itself are provided in order to ensure

safe operation of this machine and to prevent accidents and injury to yourself or other people.

The meanings of these indications and symbols are given below.

Indications

DANGER

The instructions which follow this term indicate situations where failure to follow the instructions will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

CAUTION

Symbols

･･････

The instructions which follow this term indicate situations where failure to follow the instructions could result in death or serious injury.

The instructions which follow this term indicate situations where failure to follow the instructions may result in minor or moderate injury.

This symbol ( ) indicates something that you should be careful of. The picture inside the triangle indicates the nature of the caution that must be taken. (For example, the symbol at left means “beware of injury”.)

This symbol ( ) indicates something that you must not do.

This symbol ( ) indicates something that you must do. The picture inside the circle indicates the nature of the thing that must be done. (For example, the symbol at left means “you must make the ground connection”.)

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[2] Notes on safety

Wait at least 5 minutes after turning off the power switch and disconnecting the power cord from the wall outlet before opening the control box cover. Touching areas where high voltages are present will result in serious injury from electric shocks.

Do not allow any liquids to get onto this sewing machine, otherwise fire, electric shocks or operating problems may occur. If any liquid gets inside the sewing machine (machine head or control box), immediately turn off the power and disconnect the power plug from the electrical outlet, and then contact the place of purchase or a qualified technician.

DANGER

WARNING

CAUTION

Environmental requirements

Use the sewing machine in an area which is free from sources of strong electrical noise such as electrical line noise or static electric noise. Sources of strong electrical noise may cause problems with correct operation.

Any fluctuations in the power supply voltage should be within ±10% of the rated voltage for the machine. Voltage fluctuations which are greater than this may cause problems with correct operation.

The power supply capacity should be greater than the requirements for the sewing machine's power consumption. Insufficient power supply capacity may cause problems with correct operation.

Installation

Machine installation should only be carried out by a qualified technician.

Contact your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician for any electrical work that may need to be done.

The sewing machine weighs approximately 90 kg. The installation should be carried out by two or more people.

Do not connect the power cord until installation is complete. If the foot switch is depressed by mistake, the sewing machine might start operating and injury could result.

Hold the machine head with both hands when tilting it back or returning it to its original position. Furthermore, do not apply excessive force when tilting back the machine head. The sewing machine may become unbalanced and fall down, and serious injury or damage to the sewing machine may result.

Be sure to connect the ground. If the ground connection is not secure, you run a high risk of receiving a serious electric shock, and problems with correct operation may also occur.

The pneumatic delivery capability should be greater than the requirements for the sewing machine's total air consumption. Insufficient pneumatic delivery capability may cause problems with correct operation.

The ambient temperature should be within the range of 5°C to 35°C during use. Temperatures which are lower or higher than this may cause problems with correct operation.

The relative humidity should be within the range of 45% to 85% during use, and no dew formation should occur in any devices. Excessively dry or humid environments and dew formation may cause problems with correct operation.

In the event of an electrical storm, turn off the power and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. Lightning may cause problems with correct operation.

All cords should be secured at least 25 mm away from any moving parts. Furthermore, do not excessively bend the cords or secure them too firmly with staples, otherwise there is the danger that fire or electric shocks could occur.

Install the safety covers to the machine head and motor.

If using a work table which has casters, the casters should be secured in such a way so that they cannot move.

Be sure to wear protective goggles and gloves when handling the lubricating oil and grease, so that they do not get into your eyes or onto your skin. If the oil and grease get into your eyes or onto your skin, inflammation can result. Furthermore, do not drink or eat the lubricating oil or grease. They may cause diarrhea or vomiting. Keep the oil out of the reach of children.

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CAUTION

Sewing

This sewing machine should only be used by operators who have received the necessary training in safe use beforehand.

The sewing machine should not be used for any applications other than sewing.

Be sure to wear protective goggles when using the machine. If goggles are not worn, there is the danger that if a needle breaks, parts of the broken needle may enter your eyes and injury may result.

Turn off the power switch at the following times. If the foot switch is depressed by mistake, the sewing machine might start operating and injury could result.

• When threading the needle

• When replacing the bobbin and needle

• When not using the machine and when leaving the

machine unattended

Cleaning

Turn off the power switch before carrying out cleaning. If the foot switch is depressed by mistake, the sewing machine might start operating and injury could result.

If using a work table which has casters, the casters should be secured in such a way so that they cannot move.

Attach all safety devices before using the sewing machine. If the machine is used without these devices attached, injury may result.

Do not touch any of the moving parts or press any objects against the machine while sewing, as this may result in personal injury or damage to the machine.

If an error occurs in machine operation, or if abnormal noises or smells are noticed, immediately turn off the power switch. Then contact your nearest Brother dealer or a qualified technician.

If the machine develops a problem, contact your nearest Brother dealer or a qualified technician.

Maintenance and inspection

Maintenance and inspection of the sewing machine should only be carried out by a qualified technician.

Ask your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician to carry out any maintenance and inspection of the electrical system.

Turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cord before carrying out the following operations. If the foot switch is depressed by mistake, the sewing machine might start operating and injury could result.

• Inspection, adjustment and maintenance

• Replacing consumable parts such as the rotary

hook

Disconnect the air hoses from the air supply and wait for the needle on the pressure gauge to drop to “0” before carrying out inspection, adjustment and repair of any parts which use the pneumatic equipment.

If the power switch needs to be left on when carrying out some adjustment, be extremely careful to observe all safety precautions.

When replacing parts and installing optional accessories, be sure to use only genuine Brother parts. Brother will not be held responsible for any accidents or problems resulting from the use of non-genuine parts.

If any safety devices have been removed, be absolutely sure to re-install them to their original positions and check that they operate correctly before using the machine.

To prevent accidents and problems, do not modify the machine yourself. Brother will not be held responsible for any accidents or problems resulting from modifications made to the machine.

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[3] Warning labels

The following warning labels appear on the sewing machine. Please follow the instructions on the labels at all times when using the machine. If the labels have been removed or are difficult to read, please contact your nearest Brother dealer.

Be careful not to get your hand caught when tilting back the machine head and returning it to its original position.

*Safety devices

Devices such as eye guard, finger guard, thread take-up cover, motor cover, solenoid cover, tension release solenoid cover, inner cover, outer cover, fixed cover, gas spring support cover and hook cover

When operating the sewing machine, close the hook cover. If you touch the hook while it is spinning, injury or damage to the sewing machine may result.

Be sure to connect the ground. If the ground connection is not secure, you run a high risk of receiving a serious electric shock, and problems with correct operation may also occur.

Direction of operation

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Solenoid cover

Motor cover

Tension release solenoid cover

Motor cover L

Inner cover L Outer cover Fixed cover L

Eye guard

Finger guard

Hook cover

Thread take-up cover

Inner cover R Outer cover Fixed cover R

Motor cover R

Gas spring support cover

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1. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS ................ 1

2. SPECIFICATIONS ................................ 2

3. INSTALLATION.................................... 3

3-1. Table processing diagram ................................ 3

3-2. Installing the control box................................... 4

3-3. Installing the oil pan.......................................... 4

3-4. Installing the machine head.............................. 5

3-5. Tilting the sewing machine head ...................... 9

3-6. Installing the operation panel............................ 9

3-7. Installing the pneumatic unit ............................. 10

3-8. Adjusting the speed controller .......................... 11

3-9. Connecting the cords........................................ 12

3-10. Connecting the ground wire............................ 14

3-11. Connecting the power cord............................. 15

3-12. Installing the cotton stand...............................15

3-13. Installing the eye guard .................................. 16

3-14. Installing the motor cover ............................... 17

3-15. Lubrication ...................................................... 18

3-16. Installing the machine head fixing bolt ........... 19

4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING.....20

4-1. Installing the needle.......................................... 20

4-2. Threading the upper thread .............................. 20

4-3. Foot switch operating method ..........................21

4-4. Winding the lower thread..................................22

4-5. Installing the bobbin case................................. 23

4-6. Installing the anti-spin spring............................ 23

4-7. Thread tension.................................................. 24

4-7-1. Lower thread tension ............................. 24

4-7-2. Upper thread tension ............................. 24

4-8. Home position detection ................................... 25

5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL

(BASIC OPERATIONS)....................... 26

5-1. Name and function of each operation

panel item.........................................................26

5-2. Loading sewing data......................................... 28

5-3. Setting the program number.............................28

5-4. Setting the X-scale and Y-scale .......................29

5-5. Setting the sewing speed..................................29

5-6. Checking the sewing pattern ............................30

5-7. Setting the height of the intermittent

presser foot (-484 SF specifications only)........31

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL

(ADVANCED OPERATIONS).............. 32

6-1. List of advanced functions ................................ 32

6-2. Setting memory switches..................................33

6-3. List of memory switch settings..........................34

6-4. Using the lower thread counter......................... 35

6-5. Using the production counter............................ 36

6-6. Setting the split number....................................37

6-7. Using user programs ........................................38

6-8. Using cycle programs ....................................... 41

6-9. Direct selection (combination table) .................43

6-10. X and Y parallel movement

of sewing pattern ............................................44

6-11. Clearing memory data (reinitialization) ........... 45

7. USING CF CARDS............................... 46

7-1. Notes on handling CF cards (sold separately)

..........................................................................46

7-2. Structure of a CF card folder ............................46

7-3. Data read/write mode .......................................47

7-3-1. Reading all sewing data from the

CF card at once ...................................... 48

7-3-2. Writing all sewing data to the CF card at

once ........................................................49

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8. SEWING................................................50

8-1. Sewing .............................................................. 50

8-2. Using the STOP switch..................................... 51

8-3. Using the thread wiper switch........................... 51

9. CLEANING ...........................................52

9-1. Cleaning the rotary hook ..................................52

9-2. Cleaning the control box air inlet ports ............. 52

9-3. Draining the oil.................................................. 53

9-4. Checking the regulator ..................................... 53

9-5. Cleaning the eye guard .................................... 53

9-6. Checking the needle.........................................53

9-7. Lubrication ........................................................ 53

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS ............54

10-1. Checking the machine head switch................ 54

10-2. Arm thread guide R ........................................ 54

10-3. Thread take-up spring .................................... 55

10-4. Adjusting the needle bar height...................... 55

10-5. Adjusting the needle bar lift amount ............... 56

10-6. Adjusting the needle clearance ...................... 56

10-7. Adjusting the thread take-up amount ............. 57

10-8. Adjusting the clearance between the inner

hook and the hook stopper............................. 57

10-9. Replacing the movable and fixed knives ........ 58

10-10. Adjusting the standby position of the

movable knife................................................ 59

10-11. Adjusting the engagement of the

movable knife and fixed knife ....................... 61

10-12. Installing the feed plate................................. 62

10-13. Adjusting the thread wiper............................ 63

10-14. Intermittent presser foot installation

position (-484 SF specifications only) .......... 63

10-15. Changing the intermittent stroke

(-484 SF specifications only) ........................ 64

10-16. Adjusting the work clamp lift amount............66

10-17. Adjusting the air pressure............................. 66

10-18. If processing the work clamps and the feed

plate to a shape that matches the sewing

pattern........................................................... 67

11. TABLE OF ERROR CODES .............. 68

12. TROUBLESHOOTING ....................... 73

13. 7-SEGMENT DISPLAY ...................... 77

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1. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS

(1) Power switch (2) Control box (12) Finger guard (3) CF slot (13) Eye guard (4) Operation panel (14) Thread take-up cover (5) Work clamp switch (15) Motor cover (6) Start switch (16) Solenoid cover (7) STOP switch (17) Hook cover (8) Thread wiper switch (9) Pulley (10) Cotton stand (11) Solenoid valve

<BAS-300G-484>

is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.

<BAS-300G-484 SF>

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Safety devices:

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2. SPECIFICATIONS

Sewing machine Lock stitch pattern tacking sewing machine

Stitch formation Single needle lock stitch

Max. sewing speed 2,200 sti/min

Max. sewing area (XxY) 130 x 60 mm

Feed mechanism Intermittent feed, pulse motor drive

With intermittent presser foot

2. SPECIFICATIONS

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Stitch length

No. of stitches 500,000-stitch internal memory (*1)

Maximum no. of stitches 20,000 stitches (per program)

No. of sewing data items that can be stored

Work clamp lift method Pneumatic method

Work clamp height Max. 30 mm

Intermittent presser foot lift amount

Intermittent stroke

Hook Treble hook

Wiper device Standard equipment

Thread trimmer Standard equipment

Data storage method

User programs 50

Cycle programs 9

Motor 550 W AC servo motor

Weights

2 − 4.5 mm, 4.5 − 10 mm or 0 (Default setting 3 mm) (*2)

Internal memory (Flash memory), CF card (32 MB − 2 GB)

Machine head approx. 90 kg, operation panel approx. 0.6 kg

Control box 14.2 − 16.2 kg (Differs depending on destination)

Internal memory: 512 (*1), CF card: 900

3.5 floppy disk 2HD/1.44MB, 2DD (*3)

0.05 − 12.7 mm

19.5 mm (*2)

Power supply Single-phase 110 V/120 V/220 V/240 V, Three-phase 220 V/400 V 400 VA

Air pressure 0.5 MPa 1.8 l/min.

(*1) The number of data items and stitches that can be stored will vary depending on the number of stitches in each

program.

(*2) Only applicable to -484 SF specifications.

(*3) Supply of parts relating to 3.5-inch floppy disks has already been discontinued. (However the mechanism will still

function.)

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3. INSTALLATION

CAUTION

Machine installation should only be carried out by a qualified technician.

Contact your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician for any electrical work that may need to be done.

The sewing machine head weighs approximately 90 kg. The installation should be carried out by two or more people.

Do not connect the power cord until installation is complete. If the foot switch is depressed by mistake, the sewing machine might start operating and injury could result.

All cords should be secured at least 25 mm away from any moving parts. Furthermore, do not excessively bend the cords or secure them too firmly staples, otherwise there is the danger that fire or electric shocks could occur.

Be sure to connect the ground. If the ground connection is not secure, you run a high risk of receiving a serious electric shock, and problems with correct operation may also occur.

Install the safety covers to the machine head and motor.

3-1. Table processing diagram

• The thickness of the table should be at least 40 mm, and it should be strong enough to bear the weight and vibration of the

sewing machine.

• If the distance A between the insides of the legs is less than 740 mm, move the control box installation position to the left (B =

261 mm).

• Check that the control box is at least 10 mm away from the leg. If the control box and the leg are too close together, it may result

in incorrect sewing machine operation.

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3-2. Installing the control box

Operator

3-3. Installing the oil pan

3. INSTALLATION

Remove the eight screws (1), and then remove the control box cover (2). (3) Control box (4) Bolts [4 pcs.] (5) Plain washers [4 pcs.] (6) Spring washers [4 pcs.] (7) Nuts [8 pcs.]

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(8) Power switch (9) Wood screws [2 pcs.] (10) Staples [4 pcs.]

1841B

(1) Oil pan (2) Nails [7 pcs.] (3) Rubber cushions [4 pcs.] (4) Waste oil tank

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3. INSTALLATION

3-4. Installing the machine head

(1) Pins [2 pcs.] (2) Set screws [2 pcs.] (3) Hinge rubber assemblies [2 pcs.]

Place the machine head gently on top of the oil pan and the rubber cushions.

Pulse motor

Approx. 20 mm

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NOTE:

• Be careful not to get the cords

clamped between the machine head and the oil pan.

• When holding the machine head, do

not hold it by the pulse motor. This may cause problems with operation of the pulse motor.

(4) Hinge holders [2 pcs.] (5) Bolts [4 pcs.] (6) Plain washers [4 pcs.] (7) Nuts [4 pcs.] (8) Head rest (9) Bolts with washer [4 pcs.]

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Needle plate

3. INSTALLATION

(10) Auxiliary plate (11) Bolts with washer [4 pcs.]

Loosen the four bolts with washer (11), and adjust so that the auxiliary plate (10) is 0 to 0.5 mm above the needle plate.

NOTE:

Install the auxiliary plate (10) so that it is horizontal. If the auxiliary plate (10) is lower than the needle plate, the feed plate may get caught on the needle plate.

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Move the work clamp arm all the way to the right when looking from the front of the sewing machine (the direction of the arrow in the illustration), and then gently tilt back the machine head.

NOTE:

Two or more people should tilt back the

Work clamp arm

machine head, and it should be tilted gently while being held with both hands.

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3. INSTALLATION

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Be sure to install so that the side with “UP” on it is facing upward.

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(12) Gas spring holders [2 pcs.] (13) Spacer (14) Bolt (15) Nut (16) Gas spring (17) Shaft collars [2 pcs.] (18) Gas spring shaft D (19) Plain washers [2 pcs.] (20) Retaining rings E [2 pcs.] (21) Bolts [2 pcs.] (22) Plain washers (medium) [2 pcs.] (23) Plain washers (large) [2 pcs.] (24) Spring washers [2 pcs.] (25) Nuts [2 pcs.] (26) Gas spring shaft U (27) Set screw

(28) Gas spring support cover (29) Bolts with washer [6 pcs.]

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3. INSTALLATION

Oil pan

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• Gently return the machine head to its original position.

• Loosen the screw (30). Move the machine head switch (31) to the position shown in the illustration, and then secure the machine

head switch (31) with the screw (30) and the accessory M3x16 screw (32).

• Check that the machine head switch (31) is turned on as shown in figure <A>.

NOTE:

If the machine head switch is not turned on, errors "E050", "E051" and "E055" will be generated.

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3. INSTALLATION

3-5. Tilting the sewing machine head

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1. Move the presser arm assembly (1) as far as it will go in the direction of the arrow in the illustration (to the right when looking from the front of the sewing machine).

2. Stand at the left side of the table, and gently tilt the machine head towards you.

NOTE:

Always be sure to move the work clamp arm (1) all the way to the right before tilting back the machine head. If you try to tilt back the machine head while the work clamp arm (1) is still on the left side, it may damage the outer cover L (2).

3-6. Installing the operation panel

(1) Operation panel set (2) Panel rubber (3) Plain washers [6 pcs.] (4) Bolts [3 pcs.] (5) Nuts [6 pcs.]

• Insert the cord from the operation

panel (1) which has been passed through the hole in the table into the control box through the hole in the side of the control box.

(6) Staples [3 pcs.]

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3-7. Installing the pneumatic unit

3. INSTALLATION

1. Install the pneumatic unit underneath the work table.

(1) Solenoid valve assembly (2) Washers [2 pcs.] (3) Wood screws [2 pcs.] (4) Rubber hose

NOTE: Make sure that the pneumatic unit does not touch the control box or the work table leg.

2. Disconnect the connector (5) of the valve harness.

3. Connect the connector (6) of the thread wiper switch to the connector (5).

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Valve nos.

fter installing the pneumatic unit, adjust the air pressure. (Refer to "10-17. Adjusting the air pressure".)

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4. Connect each of the air tubes (7) to the valves so that all of the numbers match respectively. (Connect the air tube marked with a T to valve 3.) The air tubes (7) marked with an A connect to the front valve connections (A), and those marked with B connect to the rear connections (B).

5. Open the air cock (8).

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3. INSTALLATION

3-8. Adjusting the speed controller

Val ve 2

You can adjust the lifting and lowering speeds for the work clamps using the knobs (1) and (2) on valves 1 and 2. Valve 1 adjusts the right work clamp (3), and valve 2 adjusts the left work clamp (4). The knobs (1) and (2) should be adjusted so that the left and right work clamps operate at the same speed.

• When the upper knob (1) is tightened, the lifting speed

becomes slower. When it is loosened, the lifting speed becomes faster.

• When the lower knob (2) is tightened, the lowering speed

becomes slower. When it is loosened, the lowering speed becomes faster.

Val ve 1

Val ve 3

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You can operate the work clamp when the power is turned off by pressing the manual buttons (5).

Valve 3 is used for adjusting the operating speed of the thread wiper (1). To use, fully tighten both the upper and lower knobs (2) and (3), and then loosen them both by 6 turns.

NOTE:

If the knobs (2) and (3) are tightened more than the settings mentioned above, upper thread wiping may not be carried out correctly.

Valve 4 is used for adjusting the operating speed of the thread take-up lever (1). To use, fully tighten both the upper and lower knobs (2) and (3), and then loosen them both by 6 turns.

NOTE:

If the knobs (2) and (3) are tightened more than the settings

Val ve 4

mentioned above, the upper thread trailing length may not be maintained correctly.

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3-9. Connecting the cords

3. INSTALLATION

1. Gently tilt back the machine head.

2. Pass the cord bundle through the hole in the work table.

3. Loosen the two screws (1), and then open the cord presser plate (2) in the direction of the arrow and pass the cord bundle through the opening together with the following cords.

• Two-pedal foot switch (3)

• Operation panel (Do not pass the

ground wires through the hole.)

• Solenoid valve assembly

4. Securely connect the connectors as indicated in the table below.

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NOTE:

• Check that the connector is facing the correct

way, and then insert it firmly until it locks into place.

• Secure the cables with cable ties and cord

clamps, while being careful not to pull on the connector.

*1:

Be sure to make the ground connection.

(Refer to "3-10. Connecting the ground wire".)

*2:

Only applicable to -484 SF specifications.

X pulse motor encoder 5-pin white P20 (X-ENC) (3) Y pulse motor encoder 5-pin blue P4 (Y-ENC) (3) Work clamp pulse motor encoder 5-pin black

Foot switch 10-pin P6 (FOOT) (3) Operation panel 8-pin P1 (PANEL) (3) Machine head switch 3-pin P9 (HEAD-SW) (4) Home position sensor assembly 12-pin P8 (SENSOR1) (4) STOP switch 6-pin P13 (HEAD) (4) Valve harness 12-pin P12 (AIR1) (4) Valve harness 5-pin P26 (AIR3) (4) Programmer relay harness 8-pin P7 (PRG) (3) Solenoid selection harness 4-pin P3 (CUTTER) －

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Thread trimming cylinder sensor harness 16-pin P23 (EX-IN1) (4)

Connector

Lock the cord clamp securely.

Connection location on

main P.C. board

P5 (P-ENC) (3)

Cord clamp

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3. INSTALLATION

Machine head memory 7-pin P3 (HEAD-M) (4)

Upper shaft motor 3-pin P4 (UVW) (5)

Synchronizer 14-pin P5 (SYNC) (5), (6)

Work clamp pulse motor 4-pin black

Thread trimmer solenoid 6-pin P6 (SOL1) (5), (6)

Tension release solenoid 4-pin P7 (SOL2) (5), (6)

Y pulse motor 4-pin blue P8 (YPM) (5), (6)

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X pulse motor 4-pin white P10 (XPM) (5), (6)

Connector

Press the tab.

NOTE:

Route the X, Y and work clamp pulse motor harnesses so that they do not touch the PMD P.C.

*1:

Be sure to make the ground connection.

(Refer to "3-10. Connecting the ground wire".)

*2:

Only applicable to -484 SF specifications.

Connection location on

power supply motor P.C.

Cord clamp/cable tie

board

Connection location on

PMD P.C. board

P3 (PPM) (5), (6)

Cable tie

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3-10. Connecting the ground wire

CAUTION

Be sure to connect the ground. If the ground connection is not secure, you run a high risk of receiving a serious electric shock, and problems with correct operation may also occur.

3. INSTALLATION

5. Close the cord presser plate (2) in the direction of the left arrow, and secure it by tightening the two screws (1).

NOTE: Close the cord presser plate (2) securely so that no

foreign objects, insects or small animals can get inside the control box.

6. Check that the cords do not get pulled, and then gently return the machine head to its original position.

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(1) Ground wire from upper shaft motor harness (2) Ground wire from the machine head (3) Ground wire from operation panel (4) Ground wires from two-pedal foot switch harnesses (2 wires)

• Tighten the control box cover with the eight screws. Check that the cords are not clamped by the cover at this time.

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NOTE: Make sure that the ground connections are secure in order to ensure safety.

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3. INSTALLATION

3-11. Connecting the power cord

<Single-phase

specifications>

<Three-phase

specifications>

Green and yellow wire (ground wire)

1. Attach an appropriate plug to the power cord (1). (The green and yellow wire is the ground wire.)

2. Insert the plug into a properly-grounded AC power supply.

* The inside of the control box uses

single-phase power.

NOTE:

Do not use an extension cord. If this is not observed, it may cause problems with correct operation.

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3-12. Installing the cotton stand

(1) Cotton stand

NOTE:

Fit the washer (2), and then securely tighten the nut (3) so that the cotton stand does not move.

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3-13. Installing the eye guard

Attach all safety devices before using the sewing machine. If the machine is used without these devices attached, injury may result.

3. INSTALLATION

CAUTION

(1) Screw (loosen) (2) Eye guard (tilt forward) (3) Eye guard assembly (4) Plain washers [2 pcs.] (5) Screws [2 pcs.]

After installing the eye guard assembly (3), return the eye guard (2) to its original angle, and then tighten the screw (1) to secure it in place.

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3. INSTALLATION

3-14. Installing the motor cover

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(1) Motor cover R (2) Screws [4 pcs.] (3) Motor cover L (4) Screws [4 pcs.] (5) Motor cover (6) Screws [2 pcs.] (7) Solenoid cover (8) Screws [2 pcs.] (9) Screws [2 pcs.]

NOTE:

Be careful not to clamp the cords when installing the motor cover and the solenoid cover.

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3. INSTALLATION

3-15. Lubrication

CAUTION

Do not connect the power cord until lubrication is complete. If the foot switch is depressed by mistake, the sewing machine might start operating and injury could result.

The sewing machine should always be lubricated and the oil supply replenished before it is used for the first time, and also after long periods of non-use. Use only the lubricating oil <JX Nippon Oil & Energy Corporation Sewing Lube 10N; VG10> specified by Brother.

* If this type of lubricating oil is difficult to obtain, the recommended oil to use is <Exxon Mobil Essotex SM10; VG10>.

1. Fill the arm-side oil tank with oil.

2. Move the work clamp arm (1) as far as it will go to the right when looking from the front of the sewing machine, and then slide the outer cover L (2) into the inner cover L (3) so that the lubrication hole in the bed is visible. Pour oil into the bed side oil tank through this hole.

NOTE:

Be sure to fill the machine with oil when the oil level drops below the one-third level in the oil sight glasses (4) or (5). If the oil level drops below the one-third level in the oil sight glasses (4) or (5), there is the danger that the sewing machine may seize during operation.

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3. Remove the bobbin case and add 2-3 drops of oil to the sliding parts (6) of the outer rotary hook and inner hook.

4. If using the needle cooler (7), fill it with silicon oil (100 mm

/s). (Refer to “4-2. Threading the upper thread”.)

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3. INSTALLATION

3-16. Installing the machine head fixing bolt

When transporting the sewing machine, secure the machine head to the table with the machine head fixing bolt.

(1) Plain washer (2) Machine head fixing bolt

NOTE:

When operating the sewing machine, remove the machine head fixing bolt.

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BAS-300G-484, BAS-300G-484 SF

4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING

4-1. Installing the needle

CAUTION

Turn off the power switch before installing the needle. If the foot switch is depressed by mistake, the sewing machine might start operating and injury could result.

1. Loosen the set screw (1).

2. Insert the needle (2) in a straight line as far as it will go, making sure that the long groove on the needle is at the front, and then securely tighten the set screw (1).

Front

4-2. Threading the upper thread

Thread the upper thread correctly as shown in the illustration below. * When using threading mode for threading, the tension discs (1) will open so that the thread can be threaded more easily.

(Refer to following page.)

• Turn the machine pulley (2) and raise the thread take-up (3) to its highest position before threading the upper thread.

(This will make threading easier and it will prevent the thread from coming out at the sewing start.)

• When threading the thread through the needle, allow a distance of approximately 45 mm between the needle hole and the

end of the thread. If the trailing length of the thread is too long, it may cause the thread to become tangled.

Long groove

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[If using a needle cooler unit]

Thread the upper thread

Needle cooler

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4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING

Threading mode is safe because the sewing machine will not start even when the foot switch is depressed.

Threading the thread.

• When 5 minutes have passed, the buzzer will sound and the tension discs will close.

Ending threading mode

*: The intermittent presser foot is only applicable to -484 SF specifications.

All indicators switch off

THREAD/CLAMP indicator illuminates

MENU indicator switches off

THREAD/CLAMP indicator switches off

Turn on the power switch.

Press the THREAD/CLAMP key.

• The work clamp (and the intermittent presser foot*) will

be lowered.

• The tension discs will open.

Press the THREAD/CLAMP key.

• The work clamp (and the intermittent presser foot*) will

return to where they were before threading mode began.

4-3. Foot switch operating method

When the work clamp switch (left side) is depressed, the work clamp will be lowered, and when the start switch (right side) is depressed, the sewing machine will start.

* The work clamp lowering method can be changed using

Work clamp switch (2-step)

Start switch

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memory switch No. 002. (Refer to "6-3. List of memory switch settings".)

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4-4. Winding the lower thread

CAUTION

Do not touch any of the moving parts or press any objects against the machine while winding the lower thread. Injury or damage to the sewing machine may result.

4662M

1869B

1870B

For case A

For case B

4663M

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4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING

1. Place the bobbin onto the bobbin winder shaft (1).

2. Thread the thread as shown in the illustration, wind the thread around the bobbin several times, and then press the bobbin presser arm (2).

3. Turn on the power switch.

4. Depress the work clamp switch as far as it will go and then release it. (The work clamp will drop.)

5. Depress the start switch as far as it will go and then release it. (Home position detection will be carried out.)

6. Check that the needle does not touch the work clamp, and then depress the work clamp switch as far as it will go and then release it. (The work clamp will drop.)

7. While pressing the TENSION/WIND key (3), depress the start switch.

8. Release the TENSION WIND key (3) after the machine starts operating, and keep depressing the foot switch until the lower thread stops being wound onto the bobbin. (If you release the foot switch before winding is complete, and then depress it again while pressing the TENSION/ WIND key (3), winding will start again.)

9. Once winding of the set amount of lower thread (80 90% of the bobbin capacity) is completed, the bobbin presser arm (2) will return automatically.

10. Remove the bobbin, hook the thread onto the knife (4), and then pull the bobbin in the direction of the arrow to cut the thread.

Adjusting the bobbin winding amount

Loosen the screw (5) and move the bobbin presser (6) to adjust.

If the thread winds onto the bobbin unevenly

Loosen the set screw (7) and move the bobbin winder tension assembly (8) up and down to adjust. * For case A, move the bobbin winder tension assembly

(8) down, and for case B, move it upward.

BAS-300G-484, BAS-300G-484 SF

4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING

4-5. Installing the bobbin case

CAUTION

Turn off the power switch before installing the bobbin case. If the foot switch is depressed by mistake, the sewing machine might start operating and injury could result.

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1. Pull the hook cover (1) downward to open it.

2. While holding the bobbin so that the thread winds to the left, insert the bobbin into the bobbin case.

3. Pass the thread through the thread slot (2), pass it underneath the spring (3), and then pass it through the thread guide (4), leaving a trailing-out length of about 30 mm.

4. Hold the latch on the bobbin case and insert the bobbin case into the rotary hook.

Pull

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4-6. Installing the anti-spin spring

If the following situations occur, operation can be improved by using an anti-spin spring.

• The lower thread becomes tangled inside the bobbin case

• Uneven thread tightening occurs at the sewing start

Installation

1. While inserting the projections on the anti-spin spring (1) into the grooves of the bobbin case, insert the anti-spin spring (1).

Insert so that the higher middle part is facing upward.

2. Push the anti-spin spring (1) to insert it securely so that it does not lift up above the inside edge (A) of the bobbin case.

BAS-300G-484, BAS-300G-484 SF

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Removal

Use the tip of a screwdriver or similar to remove as shown in the illustration.

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4-7. Thread tension

[Thread tension reference]

Upper thread #4 or similar

Lower thread #4 or similar

4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING

Upper thread tension (N)

Lower thread tension (N)

Pre-tension (N)

3.0 − 3.5

1.2 − 1.5

0.3 − 0.6

Needle DP x 17 #25

Normal sewing speed 1,300 sti/min

4-7-1. Lower thread tension

Weaker

Stronger

4-7-2. Upper thread tension

Weaker

Stronger

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Adjust the lower thread tension by turning the adjusting screw (1).

1. Turn the tension nut (1) (main tension) to adjust the tension as appropriate for the material being sewn.

2. Use the tension nut (2) (sub tension) to adjust the upper thread trailing length to about 45 mm.

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4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING

4-8. Home position detection

Aligned

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Before starting home position detection, check that the needle bar is at its highest position.

Turn the pulley (1) in the direction of the arrow until the ridge at the bottom of the thread take-up (2) is aligned with the { mark on the arm.

1. Turn on the power switch.

The power indicator (3) will illuminate, and the model name [bro] will appear in the PROGRAM No. display (4) and [tHEr] will appear in the menu display (5).

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After this, the program number will flash in the PROGRAM No. display (4).

2. Depress the work clamp switch (6) to lower the work

clamp, and then depress the start switch (7). (After home position detection is carried out, the work clamp will move to the sewing start position and then it will rise.)

* For programs with a large number of stitches, the

buzzer will sound after the home position is detected, and then the work clamp will move to the sewing start position.

NOTE:

If error "E110" is displayed when the start switch (7) is depressed, turn the pulley (1) in the direction of operation to clear the error display.

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5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

5-1. Name and function of each operation panel item

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(1) Power indicator

Illuminates when the power is turned on.

(2) CAUTION indicator

Illuminates when an error occurs.

(3) RESET key

Used to reset errors.

(4) TEST key

Used to start test mode.

(5) TEST indicator

Illuminates when the TEST key (4) has been pressed.

(6) THREAD/CLAMP key

Used to start threading mode or work clamp height setting mode.

(7) THREAD/CLAMP indicator

Illuminates when the THREAD/CLAMP key (6) has been pressed.

(8) TENSION/WIND key

Used to wind the lower thread.

(9) TENSION/WIND indicator

Spare

(10) X-SCALE indicator

Illuminates when the SELECT key (15) is pressed to shown the X-scale setting.

(11) Y-SCALE indicator

Illuminates when the SELECT key (15) is pressed to shown the Y-scale setting.

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5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

(12) SPEED indicator

Illuminates when the SELECT key (15) is pressed to shown the sewing speed setting.

(13) COUNTER indicator

Illuminates when the SELECT key (15) is pressed to shown the lower thread or production counter setting.

(14) SPLIT No. indicator

Illuminates when the SELECT key (15) is pressed to show the split setting when split data (for specifying a pause while the program is running) exists.

(15) SELECT key

Used to select a menu (X-scale, Y-scale, sewing speed and counter).

(16) Menu display

Displays information such as menu setting values, memory switch settings and error codes.

(17) Setting keys

Used to change the value which is displayed in the menu display (16). In addition, it is used to move the needle position forward and back when sewing has been paused.

(18) PROGRAM No. display

Displays information such as program numbers.

(19) Setting keys

Used to change the value which is displayed in the PROGRAM No. display (18).

(20) CF media indicator

Illuminates when a CF card (external media) is inserted while the power is turned on.

(21) FD media indicator

Illuminates when a floppy disk (external media) is inserted while the power is turned on. [Option compatibility]

(22) Function keys [F1, F2, F3, F4]

Used to select user programs and to set and select cycle programs.

(23) R/W key

Used to read data from and write data to external media.

is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.

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5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

5-2. Loading sewing data

Refer to "7-1. Notes on handling CF cards (sold separately)" for details on using CF cards.

CF media indicator illuminates

Loading complete

The PROGRAM No. display will change from " P" to the selected program number. Turn off the power switch, remove the CF card, and then close the cover of the CF slot.

With the power turned off, insert the CF card into the CF slot.

NOTE:

• Make sure the CF card is facing the correct way

when inserting it.

• Always be sure to keep the cover closed except

when inserting and removing the CF card. If this is not done, dust may get inside and cause problems with operation.

Turn on the power switch. Press the or key to select the program number (100 − 999). * The "---" display is used to check the feed home

position.

Press the R/W key.

• The buzzer will sound and the selected sewing data

will be loaded from the CF card and copied into the sewing machine's internal memory.

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5-3. Setting the program number

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1. Press the or key (1) to select the program number that is loaded into the internal memory.

• The program number will flash in the PROGRAM No.

display (2).

• "---" will appear at the time of shipment from the

factory. (For checking feed home position)

2. Depress the work clamp switch (3) to lower the work clamp, and then depress the start switch (4).

• The work clamp will move to the sewing start position,

and then the program number will be applied.

• The program number will stop flashing and illuminate

steadily.

NOTE:

After completing the setting, be sure to refer to "5-6. Checking the sewing pattern" to check that the needle drop position is correct.

5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

5-4. Setting the X-scale and Y-scale

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5-5. Setting the sewing speed

The scales are set to 100 (%) at the time of shipment from the factory.

1. Press the SELECT key (1) so that the X-SCALE indicator (2) (for X-scale setting) or the Y-SCALE indicator (3) (for Y-scale setting) is illuminated.

• The setting value (%) will appear in the menu display

(4).

* When memory switch no. 402 is set to "ON", the

settings will be displayed in units of mm.

2. Press the or key (5) to set the scale (0 − 400).

• The program number will flash in the PROGRAM No.

display (6).

3. Depress the work clamp switch (7) to lower the work clamp, and then depress the start switch (8).

• The work clamp will move to the sewing start position,

and then the scales will be applied.

• The program number will stop flashing and illuminate

steadily.

NOTE:

After completing the setting, be sure to refer to "5-6. Checking the sewing pattern" to check that the needle drop position is correct.

The sewing speed is set to 1300 (sti/min) at the time of shipment from the factory.

1. Press the SELECT key (1) until the SPEED indicator (2) illuminates.

• The setting value (sti/min) will appear in the menu

display (3).

2. Press the (Sewing speed setting: 400 − 2200)

or key (4) to set the sewing speed.

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5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

5-6. Checking the sewing pattern

Use test feed mode to check the needle movement with only the feed mechanism operating. Check that the needle hole does not come out from the frame of the work clamp.

TEST indicator illuminates

COUNTER indicator illuminates

Starting continuous test feed mode

TEST indicator illuminates

TEST indicator switches off

If test feeding continues to the final stitch,

it will then stop.

Press the TEST key.

Select the program number to be checked, and then set the X-scale and the Y-scale.

• The program number will flash.

Depress the work clamp switch (1) to lower the work clamp, and then depress the start switch (2).

• The work clamp will move to the sewing start position, and then the

program number will stop flashing and illuminate steadily.

• The number of stitches will appear in the menu display.

Depress the work clamp switch (1) to lower the work clamp, and then depress and release the start switch (2).

• The work clamp will start moving continuously one stitch at a time.

[Fast-forward test mode] If the work clamp switch (1) is depressed while the work clamp is moving, the feeding speed can be increased while the work clamp switch (1) is depressed.

If you press the forward one stitch at a time, and if you press the key, the feed mechanism will move backward one stitch at a time. (The feed will move quicker if you keep the key pressed down.)

key, the feed mechanism will move

If you would like sewing to start while test feeding is in progress, press the TEST key to switch off the TEST indicator. When the start switch (2) is depressed, sewing will start.

Press the TEST key.

TEST indicator switches off

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5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

5-7. Setting the height of the intermittent presser foot

(-484 SF specifications only)

You can use the operation panel to change the setting value for the intermittent presser foot height.

All indicators switch off

THREAD/CLAMP indicator illuminates

MENU indicator switches off

Ending setting mode

THREAD/CLAMP indicator switches off

Intermittent presser foot operation

During standby

When lowered

While sewing

Press the THREAD/CLAMP key. The sewing machine will switch to threading mode.

• " 1" will appear in the PROGRAM No. display and the

intermittent presser foot (1) will drop.

Press the key. The sewing machine will switch to intermittent presser foot height setting mode.

• " 4" will appear in the PROGRAM No. display and the

intermittent presser foot (1) will rise to the setting value that appears in the menu display. (Intermittent presser foot height setting: 0.0 − 10.0)

Press the height.

• The intermittent presser foot (1) will be raised or lowered to the

height of the new value that has been set.

NOTE:

After making the setting, be sure to turn the pulley once by hand and check that the intermittent presser foot (1) does not touch the needle bar.

or key to set the intermittent presser foot

" 1" Threading mode

↑ ↓

" 4" Intermittent presser foot height setting mode

Press the THREAD/CLAMP key.

• The setting values will be memorized.

• The intermittent presser foot (1) will return to the status that it

was at before the sewing machine was switched to setting mode.

1 Intermittent presser foot lift amount 2 Intermittent presser foot height

The settings can be made by the above operations. However, set the intermittent presser foot height to a higher setting than the intermittent stroke. * If it is set smaller, the intermittent presser

foot will come into contact with the needle plate.

3 Intermittent stroke

Refer to “10-15. Changing the intermittent stroke (-484 SF specifications only)” when making the adjustment.

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6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

6-1. List of advanced functions

While holding down the TEST key, press the corresponding combination key.

When SPEED indicator is illuminated

Memory switch setting mode Refer to "6-2. Setting memory switches".

Lower thread counter setting mode Refer to "6-4. Using the lower thread counter".

Production counter setting mode Refer to "6-5. Using the production counter".

Production counter temporary display function Refer to "6-5. Using the production counter".

User program setting mode Refer to "6-7. Using user programs".

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6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

6-2. Setting memory switches

If you would like to display only the numbers of memory switches that have been changed from default settings

Ending setting mode

All indicators switch off

Menu indicator switches off

TEST indicator illuminates

TEST indicator switches off

• If you would like to return the setting for a single memory switch to the default setting, press the

RESET key while the number for that memory switch is displayed.

• To return the settings for all memory switches to the default settings, keep pressing the RESET key

for two or more seconds until the buzzer makes a long beep.

While pressing the SELECT key, turn on the power switch. * Keep pressing the SELECT key until the model name

is displayed and the buzzer beeps once.

or With the power turned on, press the TEST key and the TENSION/WIND key simultaneously.

• The memory switch number will appear in the

PROGRAM No. display, and its setting value will appear in the menu display.

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Press the number.

or key to select the memory switch

Press the or key to change the setting.

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While pressing the SELECT key, press the

• The numbers of memory switches that have been

changed from default settings will appear in order.

• If no memory switches have been changed from their

default settings, the display will not change and the buzzer will beep twice.

Press the TEST key.

• The changes will be memorized and the sewing

machine will switch to home position detection standby.

or key.

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6-3. List of memory switch settings

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

No.

001

002

100

200

300

400

401

402

403

* The mm display may differ slightly from the actual sewing size.

Setting

range

Work clamp lift timing after sewing is completed

OFF Lifts at the final stitch position.

ON Lifts after moving to the sewing start position.

Separate-type work clamp drop operation (pneumatic work clamp specifications)

0 Left and right work clamp drop at the same time. 1 2

Sewing start speed

OFF

Single-stitch test feed

OFF

Production counter display

OFF Lower thread counter display

ON Production counter display

User programs

OFF Disabled

ON User program mode is enabled.

Cycle programs

OFF Disabled

ON When sewing user programs, the set programs are sewn in numeric order.

Maximum reduction ratio (mm display) (*)

OFF Displayed as %.

ON Displayed as mm.

Split mode selection

0 Continuous split (split menu is disabled before split detection) 1 Continuous split (split menu is always enabled) 2 Independent split

Work clamp drops in the order left → right. Work clamp drops in the order right → left.

The sewing speed for the first 1 − 5 stitches is set by memory switch numbers 151

− 155. (Refer to the service manual for details of memory switch Nos. 151 − 155.) 1st stitch at 400 sti/min, 2nd stitch at 400 sti/min, 3rd stitch at 600 sti/min, 4th stitch at 900 sti/min, 5th stitch at 1,300 sti/min

Test feed starts when the foot switch (start switch) is depressed, and it continues automatically until the final stitch. Test feed is carried out one stitch at a time when the foot switch (start switch) is depressed (feed becomes continuous if the foot switch [start switch] is continuously depressed).

In addition, when the TEST indicator is illuminated, test feeding will move forward one stitch at a time when the machine pulley is turned by hand.

Setting items Initial value

OFF

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6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

6-4. Using the lower thread counter

If you use the lower thread counter to set the number of articles which can be sewn with the amount of lower thread available, you can stop the lower thread running out in the middle of sewing a pattern.

TEST indicator illuminates, COUNTER indicator flashes

Press the

• The initial value can be set from 1 ("0001") to 9999 ("9999").

• If the initial value is set to "0000", the lower thread counter will not operate.

• If you press the RESET key during setting mode, the value will become

"0000".

or key to set the initial value.

If you press the R/W key during setting mode, the initial value for the program number being displayed will be stored, and you can set the lower thread counter separately for each item of sewing data.

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Ending setting mode

TEST indicator switches off

If you press the SELECT key (1) to select the counter display menu when memory switch no. 300 is set to "OFF", the COUNTER indicator will illuminate and the lower thread counter will appear in the menu display (2).

While pressing the TEST key, press the key.

• The initial value which was set previously will appear in

the menu display.

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Press the TEST key.

• The initial value will be memorized.

1. Each time the sewing of a single article is completed, the value shown in the menu display (2) is reduced by 1.

2. When the lower thread counter reaches "0000", the buzzer will sound continuously. The sewing machine will not operate during this time, even if the foot switch is depressed.

3. When you press the RESET key (3), the buzzer will stop, the initial value will appear in the menu display (2) and sewing will be possible.

• If no initial value has been set, the display will be

"0000".

* You can press the

thread counter to a desired value. However, this value will not be stored as the initial value.

* If a lower thread counter value is set, the lower thread

counter will operate even if the lower thread counter is not being displayed.

or key (4) to set the lower

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6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

6-5. Using the production counter

TEST indicator and SPEED indicator illuminate

COUNTER indicator flashes

Ending setting mode

TEST indicator switches off

If you press the SELECT key (1) to select the counter display menu when memory switch no. 300 is set to "ON", the SPEED and COUNTER indicators will illuminate and the production counter will appear in the menu display (2).

While pressing the TEST key, press the key.

• The counter value that was previously set will appear

as a 7-digit number in the PROGRAM No. display and the menu display.

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Press the or key to set the counter value.

• The counter value can be set to between "000" "0000"

and "999" "9999".

• If you press the RESET key during setting mode, the

value will become "000" "0000".

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Press the TEST key.

• The counter value will be memorized.

1. Each time the sewing of a single article is completed, the value shown in the menu display (2) is increased by

2. While the digits will appear in the PROGRAM No. display (4) so that the total number of digits displayed will be seven.

3. If you press the RESET key (5) for 2 seconds or more, the counter value will be reset to [0000].

key (3) is being pressed, the first three

Temporary display function

You can display the production counter temporarily while the lower thread counter is being displayed.

When the SPEED indicator is illuminated, hold down the TEST key (6) and then press the RESET key (5) to display the production counter in the menu display (2). Press the TEST key (6) or the SELECT key (1) to switch the menu back to the normal menu display. * You can start sewing while the temporary display still

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appears.

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

6-6. Setting the split number

If split data (data that causes sewing to pause) exists within a single program, the numbers that are used to specify the patterns that are separated by split data are called split numbers.

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Pattern 1

Pattern 2

Pattern 3

Pattern 1: Split No. 1 Pattern 2: Split No. 2 Pattern 3: Split No. 3

1. Press the

2. Depress the work clamp switch (3) to lower the work

3. Press the SELECT key (5) so that the SPLIT No.

4. Press the

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or key (1) to select a program number

for a program that contains split data.

• The program number will flash in the PROGRAM No.

display (2).

clamp, and then depress the start switch (4).

• The work clamp will move to the sewing start position,

and then the program number will be applied.

• The program number will stop flashing and illuminate

steadily.

indicator (6) illuminates.

• The split number will appear in the menu display (7).

or key (8) to set the split number.

The setting for memory switch No. 403 lets you select the split mode.

[Continuous split]

Memory switch No. 403 = 0 (Split mode is enabled after split data is detected) Memory switch No. 403 = 1 (Split mode is always enabled)

• Sewing is carried out each time in the order of steps 1 → 2 → 3 → 1 (for example, if there are two sections of split

data).

[Independent split]

Memory switch No. 403 = 2

• The pattern for the displayed split number is sewn independently.

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6-7. Using user programs

Up to 50 different combinations of settings including program no., X-scale, Y-scale, sewing speed, work clamp height and intermittent presser foot height can be memorized as user programs (U1 to U50). If you are sewing certain patterns over and over again, it is useful to record the settings for these patterns into a user program.

User programs are enabled when memory switch no. 400 is set to "ON".

Select a user program number.

TEST indicator illuminates, MENU indicator flashes

First, set the program number.

Next, set the X-scale.

Next, set the Y-scale.

Next, set the sewing speed.

X-SCALE indicator flashes

Y-SCALE indicator flashes

SPEED indicator flashes

While pressing the TEST key, press the SELECT key.

• Switch to user program recording mode. Check that

the menu indicators are flashing.

• The user program number will appear in the

PROGRAM No. display, and " P- - - " will appear in the menu display.

Press the number.

Press the to be recorded.

NOTE:

Select a program number that is recorded in the internal memory. You cannot specify program numbers on removable media.

or key to select the user program

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or key to set the user program number

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Press the SELECT key.

Press the or key to set the X-scale to be recorded.

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Press the SELECT key.

Press the or key to set the Y-scale to be recorded.

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Press the SELECT key.

Press the or key to set the sewing speed to be recorded.

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Next, set the intermittent presser foot height.

* This setting is only applicable to -484 SF specifications.

For -484 specifications, proceed to step 7.

THREAD/CLAMP indicator flashes

TEST indicator illuminates, MENU indicator flashes

End user program recording mode.

TEST indicator switches off, MENU indicator illuminates

Press the SELECT key.

Press the or key to set the intermittent presser foot height to be recorded.

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Press the SELECT key.

• If setting further user programs, select the user

program number and then repeat steps 2 to 7.

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Press the TEST key.

This completes the recording of a user program.

• The user program number will flash in the PROGRAM

No. display, and the sewing machine will switch to home position detection standby.

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TEST indicator illuminates, MENU indicator flashes

Clearing all user programs

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

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1. Press the number that you would like to use.

• If the user program number is flashing, depress the

work clamp switch (2) to lower the work clamp, and then depress the start switch (3). (The work clamp will move to the sewing start position.)

• User programs U1 to U10 can be selected directly

using function keys F1 to F4 (4). (Refer to "6-9. Direct selection".)

2. Check that the needle drop position is correct, and then start sewing. (Refer to "5-6. Checking the sewing pattern".)

• If you press the SELECT key (5), you can check the

settings for the displayed user program (such as X-scale, Y-scale and sewing speed).

While pressing the TEST key, press the SELECT key

or key (1) to select the user program

• Switch to user program recording mode. Check that

the menu indicators are flashing.

• The user program number will appear in the

PROGRAM No. display, and the program number will appear in the menu display.

Press the number that you would like to clear.

or key (1) to select the user program

Press the RESET key.

• The buzzer will sound and the user program with the

number selected will be cleared.

NOTE:

If a cleared user program has been stored as part of a cycle program, the step that involves that user program will become blank. The cycle program itself will not be cleared.

Press and hold the RESET key for 2 seconds or more.

• The buzzer will sound and all user programs will be

cleared.

NOTE:

If any cycle programs have been memorized, all of the memorized cycle programs will also be cleared.

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6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

6-8. Using cycle programs

Sewing patterns that have been recorded in user programs can be recorded in up to nine cycle programs (C-1 to C-9). One cycle program can contain up to a maximum of fifteen steps. When sewing the sewing patterns in numerical order, it can be useful to record them in a cycle program beforehand.

Cycle programs are enabled when memory switch nos. 400 and 401 are set to "ON".

Switch to user program recording mode.

TEST indicator illuminates, MENU indicator flashes

Switch to cycle program recording mode, and select

the cycle program number.

While pressing the TEST key, press the SELECT key.

• Check that the menu indicators are flashing.

• The user program number will appear in the

PROGRAM No. display, and the program number will appear in the menu display.

Record the sewing pattern that you would like to use in a cycle program into a user program.

Press a function key from F1 to F4.

• The cycle program number (C-1 to C-4) will appear in

the PROGRAM No. display, and "1.---" will appear in the menu display.

Press the function key (F1 to F4) or press the key to select the cycle program number.

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MENU indicator switches off

Set step 1.

Set the rest of the steps in the same way from step 2 onward.

From step 9 onward, "A.---", "b.---", "c.---", "d.---", "E.---" and "F.---" will be displayed. If you would like to return to a previous step during the setting procedure

1. Press the respective function key from F1 to F4 to return to the display for step 1.

2. Press the SELECT key until the desired step is reached. <For cycle programs C-5 to C-9>

1. Press the

2. Select the desired cycle program number again, and then press the SELECT key until the desired step is reached.

or key to switch the cycle program number.

Press the number that you would like to record.

Press the SELECT key.

or key to select the user program

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To record another cycle program, repeat steps 2 to 4.

End cycle program recording mode.

TEST indicator switches off, MENU indicator illuminates

• If you press the

• If you press the SELECT key (7), you can check the details (such as X-scale, Y-scale and sewing speed) of the user

program for the displayed step. The setting cannot be changed at this time.

NOTE:

If cycle program sewing mode is active (when memory switch no. 401 is "ON") but no cycle programs have been recorded, the user programs will be sewn in numeric order. “C-0” will appear in the PROGRAM No. display at this time.

or key (6), you can return to the previous step or skip to the next step respectively.

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Press the TEST key.

This completes the recording of cycle programs.

• The cycle program number will flash in the PROGRAM

No. display, and the sewing machine will switch to home position detection standby.

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1. Press the number that you would like to use.

• If the cycle program number is flashing, depress the

work clamp switch (2) to lower the work clamp, and then depress the start switch (3). (The work clamp will move to the sewing start position.)

• The cycle program number can be selected directly

by pressing function keys F1 to F4 (4). (Refer to "6-9. Direct selection".)

2. Check that the needle drop position is correct, and then start sewing. (Refer to "5-6. Checking the sewing pattern".)

3. The recorded user program will be sewn step by step, and when the final step is complete, the menu display (5) will return to showing step 1.

or key (1) to select the cycle program

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TEST indicator illuminates, MENU indicator flashes

MENU indicator switches off

NOTE: If you clear all user programs after any cycle programs have been recorded, all recorded cycle programs will

also be cleared.

Press the RESET key.

• The buzzer will sound and the cycle program with the number selected will

be cleared.

Clearing all cycle programs

Press and hold the RESET key for 2 seconds or more.

• The buzzer will sound and the all cycle programs will be cleared.

While pressing the TEST key, press the SELECT key.

• Switch to user program recording mode. Check that

the menu indicators are flashing.

Press a function key from F1 to F4.

• Switch to cycle program recording mode.

Press the function key (F1 to F4) or press the or key to select the cycle program number to clear.

6-9. Direct selection (combination table)

You can use the function keys to directly select user program numbers and cycle program numbers. U1 to U4 and C-1 to C-4 can be selected using function keys F1 to F4. U5 to U10 and C-5 to C-9 can be selected by simultaneously pressing combinations of function keys F1 to F4 (addition).

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U8/C-8 U9/C-9 U10

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6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

6-10. X and Y parallel movement of sewing pattern

You can move the feed mechanism to the desired position to move an already-programmed sewing pattern in a parallel direction up, down or to the left or right.

TEST indicator illuminates, X-SCALE indicator flashes

X-scale Y-scale parallel movement mode parallel movement mode

End parallel movement mode

TEST indicator switches off

NOTE:

• The feed mechanism will not move to a position that would move the sewing pattern outside the sewing area.

• If you change the program number, X-scale or Y-scale settings, the amount of movement recorded will be reset.

• In addition, the amount of movement will be reset if the power switch is turned off and then back on again. However,

memory switch No. 465 is set to "ON", the amount of movement will be recorded and will not be reset. (Refer to the service manual for details on memory switch No. 465.)

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1. Press the

2. Depress the work clamp switch (1) to lower the work

clamp, and then depress the start switch (2).

• The work clamp will move to the sewing start

position.

While pressing the TEST key, press the

• The parallel movement amount will appear in the menu

display in units of mm.

Press the SELECT key to switch between the X-SCALE indicator and Y-SCALE indicator flashing. Select either direction.

The feed mechanism will move by 0.05 mm each time the

or key is pressed. (When the distance reaches

10 mm, the amount of movement will change to 0.1 mm.)

• When using X-scale parallel movement mode, the

needle moves the corresponding distance to the right when the

key is pressed.

• When using Y-scale parallel movement mode, the

needle moves the corresponding distance backward when the key is pressed.

Press the TEST key.

or key to select the program number.

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key.

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key is pressed, and to the left when the

key is pressed, and forward when the

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6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

6-11. Clearing memory data (reinitialization)

If the sewing machine stops operating normally, the cause may be that an incorrect memory setting may have been made by means of the memory switch, for instance. In such cases, normal operation may be restored if the memory data is reinitialized.

Parameter No. Setting items

2 [ MEM] Reinitializing memory switches

3 [ ALL]

4 [ USE] Clearing user programs and cycle programs 5 [ EoP] Clearing expansion option output data

* Refer to the instruction manual for the programmer for details of expansion option output.

[ SEW] Clearing all sewing programs

[−***]

Clearing individual sewing programs

Clearing or reinitializing all memory data (sewing programs, memory switches, user programs, cycle programs and expansion option output data)

TEST indicator illuminates, MENU indicator switches off

Selecting individual sewing programs

End data initialization mode

All indicators switch off

TEST indicator switches off

While holding down the RESET key, turn on the power switch. * Keep pressing the RESET key until the model name is

displayed and the buzzer beeps once.

• The parameter number will appear in the PROGRAM

No. display, and the setting details for that parameter will appear in the menu display.

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Press the that you would like to reinitialize.

For parameter No. 1, press the display from " SEW" to "−***".(*** is the sewing program number.)

Press the or key to select the sewing program number that you would like to clear.

Press and hold the RESET key for 2 seconds or more.

• A long beep will sound and the data for the selected item will be reinitialized.

• The setting details for only the initialized item will change from flashing to

steadily illuminated.

Press the TEST key.

or key to select the parameter number

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key to change the

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7. USING CF CARDS

7-1. Notes on handling CF cards (sold separately)

• Use a CF card with a memory capacity of 32, 64, 128, 256, 512 MB, 1GB or 2GB.

(CF cards with a capacity of more than 2GB are not supported.)

• Do not disassemble or modify the CF card.

• Do not bend, drop or scratch CF cards or place heavy objects on top of them.

• Avoid contact with liquids such as water, oil, solvents or drinks.

• Use and store CF cards in locations that are free from strong static electricity and electrical interference.

• Do not use or store CF cards in places where they may be subject to vibrations or shocks, direct sunlight, high

temperature or humidity or strong magnetic fields from equipment such as speakers, or places which are dusty from thread scraps, etc.

• Do not subject CF cards to shocks or impacts or remove them from the sewing machine while data is being loaded or

written.

• The data on the CF cards may become lost or corrupted due to some malfunction or accident. It is recommended that you

make a backup of important data.

• CF cards should only be removed after the power for the sewing machine has been turned off.

• CF cards are already formatted when they are purchased, and so you should not reformat them.

• The recommended CF cards are commercially-available ones from SanDisk or HAGIWARA SYS-COM. CF cards from

other manufacturers can be used, but different formatting methods may mean that loading from or writing to such cards may not be possible.

For more information, refer to the documentation provided with the CF card.

* This product is compatible with CF cards that have been formatted using the FAT16 method. Cards that have been

formatted using the FAT32 method cannot be used.

* CF * Company names and product names appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of the

7-2. Structure of a CF card folder

is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation.

respective owners. However, no TM or other similar symbols appear in the main text of this manual.

\BROTHER\ISM\ISMSYS\ISM15MN.BVP : Control program \BROTHER\ISM\ISMDB00\ISMMSW.SEW : Memory switch data *1 \ISMUPG.SEW : User program data \ISMS0100.SEW : Sewing data P No. = 100 \ISMS0101.SEW : Sewing data P No. = 101 \ISMS0102.SEW : Sewing data P No. = 102

*1 The underlined portion of the name of the \BROTHER\ISM\SMDB00

changing the setting for memory switch No. 752 in order to change the folder name. Change the folder name if you would like to store sewing data for different sewing machines on a single CF card. (Refer to the service manual for details on memory switch No. 752.)

folder for sewing data can be changed by

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7. USING CF CARDS

7-3. Data read/write mode

Turn on the power switch.

Switch to data read/write mode.

TEST indicator and CF media indicator illuminate

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With the power turned off, insert the CF card into the CF slot.

NOTE:

• Make sure the CF card is facing the correct way.

• Always be sure to keep the cover closed except

when inserting and removing the CF card. If this is not done, dust may get inside and cause problems with operation.

• If no valid data can be found, the CF media indicator

will not illuminate.

While pressing the TEST key, press the R/W key.

• The mode number will appear in the PROGRAM No.

display, and the setting details for that mode will appear in the menu display.

• The initial mode is sewing data reading mode. (Refer

to the read/write mode list)

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Press the

or key to select the mode.

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[Read/write mode list]

PROGRAM No.

display

r 1 [-SEd] Sewing data is read from the CF card. (*1)

w 2 [SEd-] Sewing data is written to the CF card.

r 3 [-MEM] Memory switch settings are read from the CF card.

w 4 [MEM-] Memory switch settings are written to the CF card.

r 5 [-UPG] User programs are read from the CF card.

w 6 [UPG-] User programs are written to the CF card.

r 7 [-SyS] Control programs are read from the CF card and used to update the firmware version.

w 8 [LoG-] Error log data is written to the CF card.

r 9 [-Fdd] Sewing data is read from the floppy disk. (*2) (*3)

w 10 [Fdd-] Sewing data is written to the floppy disk. (*2)

r 11 [-EoP] Expansion option output (*4) data is read from the CF card.

w 12 [EoP-] Expansion option output data is written to the CF card.

r 13 [oPFd] Expansion option output data is read from the floppy disk. (*2) r 14 [-EoP] Expansion option output data for older models is read from the CF card. (*5)

Menu display Setting items

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7. USING CF CARDS

*1 The sewing data that can be used with this sewing machine is data that has been created for the BAS-300G series. *2 Only valid when using an optional floppy disk drive. *3 Sewing data for the BAS-300 series, BAS-300A series and BAS-300E/F series can be read. *4 Refer to the instruction manual for the programmer for details of expansion option output. *5 Can be selected when memory switch No. 755 = ON.

Save the expansion option output data (BAS900.SEQ) in the \BROTHER\ISM\ISMDB00 folder.

7-3-1. Reading all sewing data from the CF card at once

End data read/write mode

TEST indicator switches off

Select the [ r 1] data read/write mode.

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Press the R/W key.

• [-SEd] will change to [ ALL].

* If you press the or key to select the program

numbers that you would like to read and then continue to carry out the following procedure, you can read the selected sewing data in separate lots.

Press the R/W key.

• The buzzer will sound and all sewing data will be

loaded from the CF card and copied into the sewing machine's internal memory.

• The program numbers that have been read will appear

in the menu display.

* If there is a large volume of data in the CF card, it will

take some time for all of it to be read. To halt the reading of data, press the STOP switch. If you then press the RESET key, the display will change back to [ ALL].

Press the TEST key. Turn off the power switch, remove the CF card, and then close the cover of the CF slot.

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7. USING CF CARDS

7-3-2. Writing all sewing data to the CF card at once

Writing

End data read/write mode

TEST indicator switches off

Refer to the service manual for details on other read/write modes.

Select the [ w 2] data read/write mode.

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Press the R/W key.

• [SEd-] will change to [ ALL].

* If you press the or key to select the program

numbers that you would like to write and then continue to carry out the following procedure, you can write the selected sewing data in separate lots.

Press the R/W key.

• The buzzer will sound and the all sewing data will be

copied from the internal memory onto the CF card.

• The program numbers that have been written will

appear in the menu display.

* If there is a large volume of data in the internal

memory, it will take some time for all of it to be written. To halt the writing of data, press the STOP switch. If you then press the RESET key, the display will change back to [ ALL].

Press the TEST key. Turn off the power switch, remove the CF card, and then close the cover of the CF slot.

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8. SEWING

Turn off the power switch at the following times. If the foot switch is depressed by mistake, the sewing machine might start operating and injury could result.

• When threading the needle

• When replacing the bobbin and needle

• When not using the machine and when leaving the machine unattended

Do not touch any of the moving parts or press any objects against the machine while sewing, as this may result in personal injury or damage to the machine.

8-1. Sewing

WARNING

CAUTION

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1. Turn on the power switch.

2. Press the

program number that you would like to use. * Refer to "5-2. Loading sewing data" for details on

reading sewing data from a CF card.

3. Depress the work clamp switch (2) to lower the work

clamp (3), and then depress the start switch (4).

• The work clamp will move to the sewing start

position.

• Home position detection will be carried out

immediately after the power switch is turned on.

4. Place the article to be sewn underneath the work

clamp (3).

5. Depress the work clamp switch (2).

• The work clamp (3) will drop.

6. Depress the start switch (4).

• The sewing machine will start sewing.

7. When sewing is complete, the thread will be trimmed

and the work clamp (3) will rise.

Use a work clamp and a feed plate which will hold the article securely so that it does not slip.

If using the standard work clamp and feed plate and the article being sewn is slipping, take measures to stop the work clamp and feed plate from being slippery.

8. SEWING

or key (1) to select the sewing

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8. SEWING

8-2. Using the STOP switch

If you press the STOP switch (1) while sewing or test feeding is in progress, the CAUTION indicator (2) will illuminate and the sewing machine will stop immediately.

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1. Press the RESET key (3).

• The thread will be trimmed, and then the CAUTION

indicator (2) will switch off and the buzzer will stop sounding.

2. If you do not wish to continue sewing, press the RESET

key (3) once more.

• The program number will flash. Carry out preparation

for the next sewing.

If you have pressed the STOP switch (1) at times such as if the thread breaks while sewing or the lower thread runs out, you can resume sewing from the point where the thread ran out.

Press the RESET key.

• The thread will be trimmed, and then the CAUTION indicator will switch

off and the buzzer will stop sounding.

Press the key to return to the position where sewing stopped.

• When you press the

one stitch at a time, and when you press the one stitch at a time. (The feed will move quicker if you keep the key pressed down.)

Depress the start switch (4).

key, the feed mechanism will move backward

key, it will move forward

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• The sewing machine will start operating and sewing will start.

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8-3. Using the thread wiper switch

The thread wiper switch (1) can be used to turn the thread wiper (2) on and off.

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9. CLEANING

Turn off the power switch before carrying out cleaning. If the foot switch is depressed by mistake, the sewing machine might start operating and injury could result.

9-1. Cleaning the rotary hook

9. CLEANING

CAUTION

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Remove the bobbin case, and then remove the thread scraps and lint from around the shuttle. Also wipe the bobbin to remove oil.

9-2. Cleaning the control box air inlet ports

Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the filter in the air inlet ports (2) of the control box (1) at least once a month.

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9. CLEANING

9-3. Draining the oil

9-4. Checking the regulator

Open Close

1. Remove and empty the waste oil tank (1) whenever it is full.

2. After emptying the waste oil tank (1), screw it back into its original position.

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1. If water collects in the bottle of the regulator (1), close the air cock (2), and then turn the drain cock (3) in the direction of the arrow to drain the water.

2. After draining the water, tighten the drain cock (3).

3. Open the air cock (2).

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9-5. Cleaning the eye guard

9-6. Checking the needle

Wipe the eye guard clean with a soft cloth.

NOTE:

Do not use solvents such as kerosene or thinner to clean the eye guard.

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Always check that the tip of the needle is not broken and also that the needle is not bent before starting sewing.

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9-7. Lubrication

Lubricate the sewing machine while referring to "3-15. Lubrication".

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10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS

CAUTION

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS

Maintenance and inspection of the sewing machine should only be carried out by a qualified technician.

Ask your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician to carry out any maintenance and inspection of the electrical system.

• Inspection, adjustment and maintenance

• Replacing consumable parts such as the rotary

hook

10-1. Checking the machine head switch

Check that the machine head switch is turned on as shown in the illustration.

NOTE:

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Hold the machine head with both hands when tilting it back or returning it to its original position. In addition, do not apply excessive force when tilting back the machine head. The sewing machine may become unbalanced and fall down, and serious injury or damage to the sewing machine may result.

If the power switch needs to be left on when carrying out some adjustment, be extremely careful to observe all safety precautions.

If any safety devices have been removed, be absolutely sure to re-install them to their original positions and check that they operate correctly before using the machine.

If the machine head switch is not turned on, errors "E050", "E051" and "E055" will be generated.

10-2. Arm thread guide R

More thread Less thread

The standard position of arm thread guide R (1) is when the screw (2) is aligned with the index mark. Loosen the screw (2) and move arm thread guide R (1) to adjust. * When sewing heavy material, move arm thread guide R

(1) to the left. (The thread take-up amount will become greater.)

* When sewing light material, move arm thread guide R

(1) to the right. (The thread take-up amount will become

Index mark

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less.)

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS

10-3. Thread take-up spring

Thread take-up spring

height (mm)

Thread take-up spring

tension (N)

Lower

4 − 7

1.0 − 1.2

Higher

Weaker

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Stronger

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Loosen the set screw (1) and turn the adjuster to adjust.

Turn the tension stud (2) with a screwdriver to adjust the tension.

NOTE:

If the thread tension spring is not adjusted correctly, the upper thread trailing length will be uneven after thread trimming.

10-4. Adjusting the needle bar height

Turn the pulley (1) by hand in the direction of the arrow to move the needle bar to the lowest position. Then remove the rubber plug (3), loosen the screw (4) and then move the needle bar up or down to adjust so that the second reference line from the bottom of the needle bar (reference line A) is aligned with the lower edge of the needle bar bush (2).

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10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS

10-5. Adjusting the needle bar lift amount

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Turn the pulley (1) by hand in the direction of the arrow to raise the needle bar from the lowest position until the lowest reference line on the needle bar (reference line B) is aligned with the lower edge of the needle bar bush (2), and then loosen the two set screws (4) and move the rotary hook to adjust so that the rotary hook tip (3) is aligned with the center of the needle.

10-6. Adjusting the needle clearance

Turn the pulley (1) in the direction of the arrow to align the rotary hook tip (2) with the center of the needle, and then loosen the two set screws (3) and move the rotary hook forward or back to adjust so that the clearance between the needle and the rotary hook tip (2) is 0.01 to 0.08 mm.

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10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS

10-7. Adjusting the thread take-up amount

Thread take-up amount (stroke)

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At the time of shipment from the factory, the thread take-up amount (stroke) of the thread take-up lever (1) is adjusted to the standard amount of 5 mm. Adjust this amount according to the sewing conditions to prevent the thread from pulling out at the sewing start.

Adjustment method Loosen the pre-tension nut (2), and then turn the stopper (socket bolt) (3) to adjust the extension position of the thread take-up cylinder (4). * If you would like to reduce the upper thread trailing amount, tighten the stopper (3). * If you would like to increase the upper thread trailing amount, loosen the stopper (3).

NOTE:

If you make the stroke of the thread take-up lever (1) to be shorter than necessary, it will cause the upper thread trailing length to become too short and the thread will pull out. In addition, if the stroke is made to be longer than necessary, it will cause the upper thread trailing length to become too long, and the thread will become tangled on the underside of the material being sewn, creating an untidy finish.

Less thread

More thread

4689M

10-8. Adjusting the clearance between the inner hook and the hook

stopper

Approx.

0.8 mm

Loosen the two screws (3) and move the hook stopper setting base (4) to adjust so that the tip of the hook stopper (1) is approximately 0.8 mm away from the needle drop surface of the inner hook (2).

Approx. 0.8 mm

4690M

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10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS

10-9. Replacing the movable and fixed knives

1. Loosen the two bolts (1) and then remove the feed plate (2).

2. Open the hook cover, remove the two screws (3) and the two flat screws (4), and then remove the needle plate (5).

4692M

3. Remove the movable knife (6) and the fixed knife (7).

4. Install the new movable knife (6) and fixed knife (7) in the positions shown in the illustration. * Apply grease to the outside of the movable knife collar (8) at this time. * Install the fixed knife (7) 0.5 mm away from the needle hole plate (9).

5. Check that the movable knife (6) and fixed knife (7) cut the thread cleanly. Replace the movable knife spacer with

accessory spacers (10) (t=0.4, 0.5, 0.6, 0.7) so that the knives trim the thread accurately. * If the knife pressure is too weak and the thread is not completely cut, use a thinner movable knife spacer (10). * If the knife pressure is too strong and the movable knife turns stiffly, use a thicker movable knife spacer (10).

6. Apply grease to the pin (11), place it into the movable knife connecting plate (12), and install it to the needle plate (5).

7. Check that the needle is aligned with the center of the needle hole.

4691M

4693M

4694M

BAS-300G-484, BAS-300G-484 SF

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS

10-10. Adjusting the standby position of the movable knife

1. Remove the top cover, the motor cover and the solenoid cover, and then tilt back the machine head.

2. Turn the pulley (1) by hand in the direction of the arrow to move the needle bar to its lowest position.

3. Loosen the bolt (2).

4. Push the movable knife (3) in the direction of the arrow to take up the play, and then move thread trimmer rod H (4) forward or back to adjust so that the V section (A) is aligned with the index mark (B) on the needle plate.

5. After tightening the bolt (2), check the above position once more.

4696M

6. Loosen the four bolts (5) and the nut (6) until the thread trimmer roller (7) is within the groove in the thread trimmer cam (8). After this, tighten the set screw (9) until the thread trimmer roller (7) is touching the inside of the groove in the thread trimmer cam (8) and then turn it back in the counterclockwise direction by approximately 1/4 of a turn. Then tighten the nut (6).

4695M

BAS-300G-484, BAS-300G-484 SF

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS

7. While pressing the key (10), turn on the power switch. * After the model name is displayed, keep pressing the

key (10) until the buzzer sounds. The check code will appear in the PROGRAM No. display (11), and the abbreviation for the output name will appear in the menu display (12).

8. Press the

key (13) or the key (10) to select check

code 77.

* Refer to the Service Manual for details on other check

codes.

9. Press the

key (14) to turn on the thread trimming air

cylinder (15).

* If you press the key (16), the thread trimming air

cylinder (15) will turn off.

4697M

4698M

10. While the thread trimmer air cylinder (15) is turned on, slide the thread trimmer air cylinder (15) in the direction of the arrow so that the thread trimmer plate (17) and thread trimmer lever H (18) are touching, and then tighten the four bolts (5).

11. Loosen the nut (6) once more, and then turn the set screw (9) a further 1/4 of a turn in the counterclockwise direction.

12. Tighten the nut (6), and then check that the collar (7) is not touching the inside of the groove in the thread trimmer cam (8). In addition, push the driving lever (19) by hand toward the thread trimmer cam (8) until the collar (7) is within the groove of the thread trimmer cam (8), and then check that the driving lever (19) returns smoothly to its original position when it is released.

13. Turn off the power switch.

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10-11. Adjusting the engagement of the movable knife and fixed knife

Knife

3211Q

A. Once the movable knife (1) and fixed knife (2) are overlapping as shown in Fig. <1>, tighten the screw (3). B. Turn the movable knife (1) while the screw (3) is still tightened. (Move in the direction of the arrow) C. Loosen the screw (3). D. Turn the movable knife (1) while the screw (3) is still loosened. (Move in the direction of the arrow)

Repeat above steps A Æ B Æ C Æ D Æ A four or five times to maintain the cutting performance of the knife.

<1>

4699M

Knife

4700M

BAS-300G-484, BAS-300G-484 SF

10-12. Installing the feed plate

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS

All indicators switch off

While pressing the THREAD/CLAMP key, turn on the power switch. * Keep pressing the THREAD/CLAMP key until the model

name is displayed and the buzzer beeps once.

• "CLMP" will appear in the menu display.

MENU indicator switches off THREAD/CLAMP indicator illuminates

Depress the work clamp switch (1) to lower the work clamp, and then depress the start switch (2).

• After the home position is detected and the work clamp drops, the

feed mechanism will move to the feed plate installation position and then the work clamp will rise.

Index mark

Use a 2 mm diameter pin to align the holes in the X feed bracket (3) and the needle plate (4) with the two holes in the feed plate (5), and then tighten the two bolts (6).

NOTE: Install the feed plate so that the surface with the index mark is facing upward.

End feed plate installation mode

Turn off the power.

5005Q

4421Q

4014M

4701M

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10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS

10-13. Adjusting the thread wiper

4702M

4703M

1. Close the air cock (1).

2. Loosen the two screws (4) and shift the entire solenoid setting plate (5) up or down to adjust so that the thread wiper (3) is

15 mm in front of the needle center when the thread wiper cylinder (2) is pushed up to its full stroke.

3. Loosen the screw (6) and adjust the position of the thread wiper (3) so that the distance from the thread wiper to the tip of

the needle is approximately 2 mm and the tip of the thread wiper (3) is approximately 3 mm from the center of the needle when the thread wiper (3) passes below the needle during operation. NOTE: Check that the thread wiper (3) does not touch the finger guard.

4. Open the air cock (1).

Open Close

4704M

Approx. 2mm

Approx. 3mm

4705M

10-14. Intermittent presser foot installation position

(-484 SF specifications only)

Install the intermittent presser foot (1) with the screw (2) so that the distance from the bottom of the intermittent presser foot to the top of the needle plate is 19.5 mm when the sewing machine is stopped and the intermittent presser foot (1) is raised.

4706M

BAS-300G-484, BAS-300G-484 SF

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS

10-15. Changing the intermittent stroke (-484 SF specifications only)

The intermittent stroke can be adjusted to within 2 − 10 mm by adjusting the position of the stepping clamp connecting rod and changing the installation position of stepping clamp link A.

1. Remove the face plate.

2. Remove the two screws (1) and the two shoulder screws (2), and then remove stepping clamp link A (3).

3. Change the installation position for stepping clamp link A (3) to either A, B or C above.

If the position of the stepping clamp connecting rod is adjusted as described in the following at any one of the installation positions, the adjustment range for the intermittent stroke will as given in the following table.

5011Q5010Q

Installation position Intermittent stroke range

0 mm (Intermittent presser foot does not move

2 − 4.5mm

4.5 − 10mm

up and down)

4707M

BAS-300G-484, BAS-300G-484 SF

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS

4709M

Index mark

4708M

5015Q

1. Loosen the screw (1), and then open the cover (2).

2. Loosen the nut (3), and then adjust the position of the stepping clamp connecting rod (4).

• When the stepping clamp connecting rod (4) is raised, the intermittent stroke will increase.

• When the stepping clamp connecting rod (4) is lowered, the intermittent stroke will decrease.

Next, adjust the needle bar and intermittent presser foot timing.

3. Turn the pulley in the direction of the arrow to raise the needle bar from the lowest position until the lowest reference line

on the needle bar (reference line B) is aligned with the lower edge of the needle bar bush (5).

4. Open the top cover and loosen the two set screws (6).

5. Align the index marks on the stepping clamp cam (7) and the stepping clamp connecting rod (4), and then tighten the set

screws (6).

Check the following after changing the intermittent stroke.

5016Q 4710M

Needle plate

1. With the intermittent presser foot (1) lowered, turn the pulley in the direction of the arrow to move the intermittent presser foot (1) to its lowest position.

2. Check that the intermittent presser foot (1) does not touch the needle plate and that the presser bar clamp (2) does not touch the presser bar bush (3).

<If they are touching> Remove the motor cover (4). Loosen the nut (5), and turn the bolt (6) until it is pressing against the intermittent drive lever (7), and then adjust until the two points mentioned above are not touching.

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10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS

10-16. Adjusting the work clamp lift amount

The maximum lift amount for the work clamp is 30 mm above the top of the needle plate.

5018Q

1. Turn on the air, and depress the work clamp switch (1) to raise the work clamp (2).

2. Loosen the two bolts (4) of the left and right work clamp arm levers (3), and then move the work clamp arm levers (3) up or down to adjust.

Max. 30mm

4711M

10-17. Adjusting the air pressure

Lift up the handle (2) of the regulator (1) and then turn it to adjust the air pressure to 0.5 MPa. After adjustment is complete, push the handle (2) downward to lock it.

4712M

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10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS

10-18. If processing the work clamps and the feed plate to a shape that

matches the sewing pattern

Process the work clamps and feed plate which match the sewing pattern, while referring to the processing diagram below. * Values in ( ) are the recommended sizes when sewing using the maximum area (130x60 mm) for -484 SF specifications.

<Work clamp processing diagram> The left and right work clamps are symmetrical.

Center of sewing area

[mm]

<Feed plate processing diagram> Recommended thickness 1.5 mm

4713M

[mm]

Center of sewing area

4714M

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11. TABLE OF ERROR CODES

DANGER

If a malfunction should occur with the sewing machine, a buzzer will sound and an error code will appear in the display window. Follow the remedy procedure to eliminate the cause of the problem.

Switch-related errors

Code Cause and remedy

E010

E011

E015

E016

E025

E035

E036

E050

E051

E055

E065

Stop switch was pressed. Press the RESET key to clear the error. Stop switch was pressed. Press the RESET key to clear the error. Press the The stop switch was still being pressed, or there is a problem with the stop switch connection. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P13 on the main P.C. board is properly connected. Problem with the stop switch connection. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P13 on the main P.C. board is properly connected. The power was turned on while the start switch was still being depressed, or the start switch was depressed without the work clamp being lowered. If the power has been turned on while the start switch was still depressed, turn off the power and check the start switch. If the start switch was depressed without lowering the work clamp, depress the work clamp switch to lower the work clamp. The work clamp switch is depressed. Turn off the power, and then check the work clamp switch. A foot switch that does not match specifications is connected, or work clamp mode has not been set correctly. Use a foot switch that matches specifications, or initialize the memory switch settings. Machine head tilting was detected after the power was turned on. Turn off the power, and then return the machine head to its original position. Check that connector P9 on the main P.C. board is properly connected. Machine head tilting was detected while the sewing machine was operating. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P9 on the main P.C. board is properly connected. Machine head tilting was detected when the power was turned on. Turn off the power, and then return the machine head to its original position. Check that connector P9 on the main P.C. board is properly connected. An operation panel key was still being pressed when the power was turned on, or key is faulty. Turn off the power and check the operation panel.

key to move the feed mechanism so that you can continue sewing.

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11. TABLE OF ERROR CODES

Upper shaft motor-related errors

Code Cause and remedy

E110

E111

E120

E121

Needle up stop position error. Turn the machine pulley until the point where the error display disappears. Upper shaft did not stop at the needle up stop position when the sewing machine stopped. Turn the machine pulley until the point where the error display disappears. Needle drop signal could not be detected. Turn off the power, and then check the synchronizer connection. Thread trimming was not completed. Turn off the power, and then check if the cutting edges of the fixed knife and movable knife are damaged or worn. Sewing machine motor stopped due to a problem, or synchronizer is faulty.

E130

Turn off the power, and then turn the machine pulley and check if the sewing machine has locked up. Check that connectors P4 and P5 on the power supply motor P.C. board are properly connected.

E131

E132

E133

Synchronizer is faulty. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P5 on the power supply motor P. C. board is properly connected. Problem detected with sewing machine motor operation. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P4 on the power supply motor P.C. board is properly connected. Sewing machine motor stopping position is incorrect. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P5 on the power supply motor P.C. board is properly connected. Sewing machine motor is overheating, or temperature sensor is faulty.

E150

Turn off the power, and then check the sewing machine motor. (When sewing data with a small number of stitches (15 stitches or less) is sewn repeatedly (short cycle operation), the upper shaft motor may overheat and the "E150" error code may be generated.)

Feed mechanism-related errors

Code Cause and remedy

X-feed motor home position cannot be detected.

E200

Problem with X -feed motor or poor X home position sensor connection. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P10 on the PMD P.C. board and connector P20 on the main P.C. board are properly connected.

E201

E202

E204

E205

E206

E207

E210

E211

E214

E215

E216

E217

X-feed motor stopped due to a problem. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems in the X-feed direction. Problem with X-feed motor or Y-feed motor home position adjustment data. Re-adjust the home position. X-feed motor stopped due to a problem during sewing. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems in the X-feed direction. X-feed motor stopped due to a problem while moving to the sewing start position. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems in the X-feed direction. X-feed motor stopped due to a problem during test feeding. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems in the X-feed direction. X-feed motor stopped due to a problem during programming. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems in the X-feed direction. Y-feed motor home position cannot be detected. Problem with Y-feed motor. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P4 on the main PCB is properly connected. Y-feed motor stopped due to a problem. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems in the Y-feed direction. Y-feed motor stopped due to a problem during sewing. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems in the Y-feed direction. Y-feed motor stopped due to a problem while moving to the sewing start position. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems in the Y-feed direction. Y-feed motor stopped due to a problem during test feeding. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems in the Y-feed direction. Y-feed motor stopped due to a problem during programming. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems in the Y-feed direction.

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Work clamp-related errors

Code Cause and remedy

Work clamp home position cannot be detected.

E300

Problem with work clamp motor or poor work clamp home position sensor connection. (-484 SF specifications only) Turn off the power, and then check that connector P3 on the PMD P.C. board and connector P5 on the main P.C. board are properly connected.

E301

E303

Intermittent presser foot raised or lowered position cannot be detected. (-484 SF specifications only) Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems in the intermittent presser foot vertical direction. Problem with work clamp motor home position adjustment data. (-484 SF specifications only) Re-adjust the home position.

Communication and memory-related errors

Code Cause and remedy

Connection communication error with power supply motor P. C. board detected when power was turned on.

E401

Turn off the power, and then check that connector P6 on the power supply motor P.C. board and connector P17 on the main P.C. board are properly connected.

E402

E403

E410

E411

E412

E413

E420

E421

E422

Communication error with programmer detected when power is turned on. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P7 on the main P.C. board is properly connected. Connection error with PMD P. C. board detected when power was turned on. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P1 on the PMD P.C. board is properly connected. Communication error with main P. C. board detected. Turn off the power, and then turn it back on again. Communication error with power supply motor P. C. board detected. Turn off the power, and then turn it back on again. Communication error with programmer detected. Turn off the power, and then turn it back on again. Communication error with PMD P. C. board detected. Turn off the power, and then turn it back on again. No CF card is inserted. Program contents are incorrect and cannot be used, or no data. Check that the CF card or floppy disk contains data with this program number. Error occurred while reading the CF card or floppy disk. Check the data on the CF card or floppy disk. Insufficient free space on the CF card, or data cannot be written to the floppy disk.

E424

Use a different CF card. Check if the floppy disk is write-protected and if it has enough free space. Error occurred while writing to the CF card or floppy disk.

E425

Use the specified type of CF card. Check if the floppy disk is write-protected and if it has enough free space.

E426

R/W key has not been pressed. Press the R/W key to load the data. CF card or floppy disk does not contain any data with this program number.

E427

Check the program number. Data that has already been loaded into internal memory can be used without having to press the R/W key again.

E430

E440

E450

E451

E452

E459

E474

Data cannot be backed up to main P.C. board. Turn off the power, and then turn it back on again. Data memory error on main P.C. board. Turn off the power, and then turn it back on again. Model selection cannot be read from the machine head memory. Turn off the power and check that connector P3 on the power supply motor P.C. board is properly connected. Data cannot be backed up to machine head memory. Turn off the power, and then turn it back on again. Machine head memory is not connected. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P3 on the power supply motor P.C. board is properly connected. An incompatible machine head has been connected. Check that the combination of control box and machine head is correct. Internal memory is full and copying is not possible. Clear the sewing data.

11. TABLE OF ERROR CODES

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11. TABLE OF ERROR CODES

Data editing-related errors

Code Cause and remedy

E500

E501

E502

E510

E511

E512

E520

E530

The enlargement ratio setting caused the sewing data to extend outside the sewing area. Set the enlargement ratio again. Sewing data that exceeds the sewing machine's sewing area was loaded. Check the size of the sewing data. The enlargement ratio caused the data pitch to exceed the maximum pitch of 12.7 mm. Set the enlargement ratio again. Invalid code in sewing data. Reload the data from the CF card or floppy disk. No end code has been input into sewing data. Input an end code, or change the program number. Number of stitches exceeds allowed maximum. Extended option output number already exists. Change the extended option output number. If not using the extended option output, initialize the data to clear the extended option output data. Changing program number is prohibited.

Device-related errors

Code Cause and remedy

E670 E671

Turn off the power, and then contact the place of purchase. Turn off the power, and then contact the place of purchase.

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11. TABLE OF ERROR CODES

P.C. board-related errors

Code Cause and remedy

E700

E701

E705

E710

E711

E712

Abnormal rise in power supply voltage. Turn off the power and check the input voltage. Abnormal rise in sewing machine motor drive voltage. Turn off the power, and then check the voltage. Abnormal drop in power supply voltage. Turn off the power and check the input voltage. Abnormal current detected in sewing machine motor. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems with the sewing machine. Abnormal current detected in X-feed motor. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems in the X-feed direction. Abnormal current detected in Y-feed motor. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems in the Y-feed direction. Abnormal current detected in work clamp motor.

E713

Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems with the X-feed mechanism, Y-feed mechanism or work clamp lifter.

E730

External error input (AIRSW) detected. Turn off the power, and then check the air pressure. Cooling fan does not operate.

E740

Turn off the power, and then check if the cooling fan is blocked with scraps of thread. Check that connector P22 on the main P.C. board is properly connected.

If an error code that is not listed above appears or if carrying out the specified remedy does not solve the problem, contact the place of purchase.

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12. TROUBLESHOOTING

• Please check the following points before calling for repairs or service.

• If the following remedies do not fix the problem, turn off the power switch and consult a qualified technician or the place of

purchase.

CAUTION

Turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cord before carrying out troubleshooting. If the foot switch is depressed by mistake, the sewing machine might start operating and injury could result.

Items with a “*” in the “Reference” column should only be checked by a qualified technician.

Problem Cause Remedy Reference

Sewing machine does not operate when the power is turned on and the foot switch is depressed.

The following parts do not work.

・ Work clamp ・ Thread wiper ・ Thread trimmer

cylinder

・ Thread take-up

lever

Work clamp does not lift to the maximum height.

Work clamp pressure is weak.

Check if the machine head switch cord is disconnected.

Machine head switch does not work.

The air cock is closed. Open the air cock. P. 10

Air pressure is low.

Speed controller has been overtightened. (applicable to other than thread trimmer cylinder)

Thread wiper switch is OFF. Set the thread wiper switch to ON. P. 51

Work clamp arm lever position is incorrect.

Air pressure is low.

Adjust the position of the machine head switch.

If the machine head switch is malfunctioning, replace it with a new one.

Adjust the regulator so that the air pressure is about 0.5 MPa.

Work clamp: Adjust the speed controller by loosening it 4 turns from the fully-tightened position. Thread wiper and thread take-up lever: Adjust the speed controller by loosening it 6 turns from the fully-tightened position.

Adjust the position of the work clamp arm lever.

Adjust the regulator so that the air pressure is about 0.5 MPa.

P. 12

P. 8

P. 54

P. 66

P. 11

P. 66

Work clamp pressure is not uniform at front and back of work clamp.

Thread wiper does not operate correctly.

Work clamp is tilted. Adjust the tilt of the work clamp. *

The thread wiper is obstructing the needle.

Thread wiper position is incorrect. Adjust the stroke of the thread wiper.

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Adjust the height of the thread wiper. P. 63

Adjust the stroke of the thread wiper. P. 63

P. 63

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12. TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause Remedy Reference

Lower thread winds to one side.

Lower thread winding amount is incorrect.

Thread unravelling at sewing start.

Skipped stitches occur.

Bobbin winder tension assembly height is incorrect.

Adjust the height of the bobbin winder tension assembly.

P. 22

Bobbin presser position is incorrect. Adjust the position of the bobbin presser. P. 22

Needle is thick.

Select a needle that is suitable for the sewing conditions.

P. 24

When threading the thread through the needle, allow a distance of approximately 45 mm between the

P. 20

needle hole and the end of the thread. Adjust the sub-tension so that the upper

Upper thread trailing length is short.

thread trailing length after thread trimming is approximately 45 mm.

P. 24

Increase the stroke of the thread take-up lever. * Adjusting the stroke of the thread

take-up lever should be carried out

P. 57

also if adjusting the sub-tension fails to prevent the thread from pulling out.

Amount of lower thread being fed out from bobbin is small.

Set the feeding amount to approximately 30 mm.

P. 23

Sewing start speed is fast. Adjust the sewing start speed. P. 34

Rotary hook tip is missing. Replace the part. *

Needle is thin.

Select a needle that is suitable for the sewing conditions.

Needle is thick.

Needle is bent. Replace the needle.

Needle is incorrectly installed. Install the needle correctly. P. 20

Clearance between needle and rotary hook tip is large.

Needle and rotary hook timing is incorrect.

Material is flapping.

Adjust the needle clearance. P. 56

Adjust the needle bar lift amount. P. 56

Replace the needle hole plate with one with a smaller hole diameter.

Use a thinner feed plate. * Recommended thickness: 1.5 mm

Process the work clamps and the feed plate into shapes that can hold the

P. 67* material near the seam. Adjust the intermittent height of the intermittent presser foot.

P. 31

(-484 SF specifications only)

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Problem Cause Remedy Reference

Upper thread breaks.

Lower thread breaks.

Thread is thick for the needle.

Select a thread that matches the needle.

P. 24

Needle is incorrectly installed. Install the needle correctly. P. 20

Thread is threaded incorrectly. Thread the thread correctly. P. 20

Damage or burring in parts such as the rotary hook, hook stopper, needle hole plate, needle or thread path.

Needle and rotary hook timing is incorrect.

Repair the respective parts by buffing them.

Alternatively, replace the parts.

Adjust the needle bar lift amount. P. 56

Upper thread tension is strong. Reduce the upper thread tension. P. 24

Thread take-up spring tension is strong.

Thread breaking from heat

Damage to the needle hole plate or bobbin case.

Reduce the tension of the thread take-up spring.

Use a needle cooler. Reduce the sewing speed.

Repair the respective parts by buffing them. Alternatively, replace the parts.

P. 55

P. 18 P. 29

Lower thread tension is strong. Reduce the lower thread tension. P. 24

Needle is broken.

Upper thread is not trimmed.

Lower thread is not trimmed.

Needle is bent. Replace the needle.

Needle is thin.

Needle and rotary hook tip are touching.

Needle and rotary hook timing is incorrect.

Select a needle that is suitable for the sewing conditions.

Adjust the needle clearance. P. 56

Adjust the needle bar lift amount. P. 56

Feed timing is slow. Advance the feed timing. *

Movable knife is not cutting cleanly. Replace with a new one. P. 58

Fixed knife is not cutting cleanly.

Sharpen the fixed knife or replace it with a new one.

P. 58

Adjust the needle bar lift amount. P. 56 Movable knife is not picking up the upper thread.

Adjust the standby position of the

movable knife.

P. 59

Movable knife is not picking up the upper thread because the last stitch is

Refer to "Skipped stitches occur". P. 74 being skipped.

Lower thread tension is weak. Increase the lower thread tension. P. 24

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12. TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause Remedy Reference

Upper thread is not tight.

Needle is thin.

Hole diameter in needle hole plate is small.

Feed plate is thin.

Hole diameter of intermittent presser foot is too small. (-484 SF specifications only) Sliding parts of outer rotary hook and inner hook have little or no sewing machine oil. Damage or burring in parts such as the rotary hook, hook stopper, needle hole plate, needle or thread path.

Select a needle that is suitable for the

sewing conditions.

Replace the needle hole plate with one

with a larger hole diameter.

Use a thicker feed plate.

* Recommended thickness: 1.5 mm

Replace the intermittent presser foot

with one with a larger hole diameter.

Lubricate the sliding parts of the outer

rotary hook and inner hook.

Repair the respective parts by buffing

them.

Alternatively, replace the parts.

P. 18

Lower thread tension is strong. Reduce the lower thread tension. P. 24

Increase the upper thread tension. Upper thread tension is weak.

* Adjust the upper thread tension after

P. 24

adjusting the lower thread tension.

Thread take-up spring tension is weak.

Increase the tension of the thread

take-up spring.

P. 55

Adjust the forward-back clearance

Upper thread does not release correctly from hook stopper.

between the tip of the hook stopper

and the surface of the inner hook

needle drop section to approximately

P. 57

0.8 mm.

0573M

Lower thread is not tight.

0574M

Uneven thread tightening at the sewing start.

Poor seam finish on underside of material at the sewing start.

Upper thread trailing length is irregular.

Feed timing is fast. Retard the feed timing. *

Intermittent height of intermittent presser foot is low. (-484 SF specifications only)

Adjust the intermittent height of the

intermittent presser foot.

P. 31

Lower thread tension is weak. Increase the lower thread tension. P. 24

Reduce the upper thread tension. Upper thread tension is strong.

* Adjust the upper thread tension after

P. 24

adjusting the lower thread tension.

Bobbin spinning Use an anti-spin spring. P. 23

Adjust the sub-tension so that the

upper thread trailing length after thread

P. 24 trimming is approximately 45 mm. Reduce the stroke of the thread

Upper thread trailing length is too long.

take-up lever. * Adjusting the stroke of the thread

take-up lever should be carried out

P. 57

also if adjusting the sub-tension fails to improve the seam finish.

Movable knife is not cutting cleanly. Replace with a new one. P. 58

Fixed knife is not cutting cleanly.

Sharpen the fixed knife or replace it with a new one.

P. 58

Sub tension is weak. Adjust the sub tension. P. 24

Thread take-up spring tension is weak.

Increase the tension of the thread take-up spring.

P. 55

BAS-300G-484, BAS-300G-484 SF

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BAS-300G-484, BAS-300G-484 SF

MEMO

BAS-300G-484, BAS-300G-484 SF

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

* Please note that the contents of this manual may differ slightly from the actual product purchased as a result of product improvements.

BAS-300G-484, BAS-300G-484 SF

SB3326-001 E

2012.02. B (1)

BROTHER BAS-311HN, BAS-326H Instruction Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

[1] Safety indications and their meanings

[2] Notes on safety

[3] Warning labels

CONTENTS

1. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS

2. SPECIFICATIONS

3. INSTALLATION

3-1. Table processing diagram

3-2. Installing the control box

3-3. Installing the oil pan

3-4. Installing the machine head

3-5. Tilting the sewing machine head

3-6. Installing the operation panel

3-7. Installing the pneumatic unit

3-8. Adjusting the speed controller

3-9. Connecting the cords

3-10. Connecting the ground wire

3-11. Connecting the power cord

3-12. Installing the cotton stand

3-13. Installing the eye guard

3-14. Installing the motor cover

3-15. Lubrication

3-16. Installing the machine head fixing bolt

4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING

4-1. Installing the needle

4-2. Threading the upper thread

4-3. Foot switch operating method

4-4. Winding the lower thread

4-5. Installing the bobbin case

4-6. Installing the anti-spin spring

4-7. Thread tension

4-7-1. Lower thread tension

4-7-2. Upper thread tension

4-8. Home position detection

5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

5-1. Name and function of each operation panel item

5-2. Loading sewing data

5-3. Setting the program number

5-4. Setting the X-scale and Y-scale

5-5. Setting the sewing speed

5-6. Checking the sewing pattern

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

6-1. List of advanced functions

6-2. Setting memory switches

6-3. List of memory switch settings

6-4. Using the lower thread counter

6-5. Using the production counter

6-6. Setting the split number

6-7. Using user programs

6-8. Using cycle programs

6-9. Direct selection (combination table)

6-10. X and Y parallel movement of sewing pattern

6-11. Clearing memory data (reinitialization)

7. USING CF CARDS

7-1. Notes on handling CF cards (sold separately)

7-2. Structure of a CF card folder

7-3. Data read/write mode

7-3-1. Reading all sewing data from the CF card at once

7-3-2. Writing all sewing data to the CF card at once

8. SEWING

8-1. Sewing

8-2. Using the STOP switch

8-3. Using the thread wiper switch

9. CLEANING

9-1. Cleaning the rotary hook

9-2. Cleaning the control box air inlet ports

9-3. Draining the oil

9-4. Checking the regulator

9-5. Cleaning the eye guard

9-6. Checking the needle

9-7. Lubrication

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS

10-1. Checking the machine head switch

10-2. Arm thread guide R

10-3. Thread take-up spring