Please read this manual before using the machine.
Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference.
ELECTRONIC LOCKSTITCH PATTERN TACKER WITH TREBLE HOOK
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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.
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 almost certainly result in death or severe injury.
Symbols
CAUTION
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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”.)
The instructions which follow this term indicate situations where failure to follow the
instructions could cause injury when using the machine or physical damage to equipment
and surroundings.
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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 face plate of the control box. Touching areas where high voltages are present can result in severe injury.
DANGER
CAUTION
Environmental requirements
Use the sewing machine in an area which is free from
sources of strong electrical noise such as highfrequency welders.
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 electrical
consumption.
Insufficient power supply capacity may cause problems with correct operation.
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.
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 more than 56 kg. The
installation should be carried out by two or more
people.
Do not connect the power cord until installation is
complete, otherwise the machine may operate if the
foot switch is depressed by mistake, which could
result in injury.
Hold the machine head with both hands when tilting it
back or returning it to its original position.
Furthermore, after tilting back the machine head, do
not push the face plate side or the pulley side from
above, as this could cause the machine head to
topple over, which may result in personal injury or
damage to the machine.
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 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.
Avoid exposure to direct sunlight during use.
Exposure to direct sunlight 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 belt 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, otherwise
inflammation can result.
Furthermore, do not drink the oil or eat the grease
under any circumstances, as they can cause vomiting
and diarrhoea.
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.
Set the needle to the needle up stop position before
turning off the power.
If this is not done, the wiper may strike the needle,
which might cause the needle to break.
Turn off the power switch at the following times,
otherwise the machine may operate if the foot switch
is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury.
• When threading the needle
• When replacing the needle and bobbin
• When not using the machine and when leaving the
machine unattended
Cleaning
Set the needle to the needle up stop position before
turning off the power.
If this is not done, the wiper may strike the needle,
which might cause the needle to break.
Turn off the power switch before carrying out
cleaning, otherwise the machine may operate if the
foot switch is depressed by mistake, which could
result in injury.
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.
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, otherwise
inflammation can result.
Furthermore, do not drink the oil or eat the grease under any circumstances, as they can cause vomiting
and diarrhoea.
Keep the oil out of the reach of children.
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.
Set the needle to the needle up stop position before
turning off the power.
If this is not done, the wiper may strike the needle,
which might cause the needle to break.
Turn off the power switch and disconnect the power
cord from the wall outlet at the following times,
otherwise the machine may operate if the foot switch
is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury.
• When carrying out inspection, adjustment and maintenance
• When 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.
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If the power switch and air need to be left on when
carrying out some adjustment, be extremely careful to
observe all safety precautions.
Hold the machine head with both hands when tilting it
back or returning it to its original position.
Furthermore, after tilting back the machine head, do
not push the face plate side or the pulley side from
above, as this could cause the machine head to
topple over, which may result in personal injury or
damage to the machine.
Use only the proper replacement parts as specified by
Brother.
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.
Any problems in machine operation which result from
unauthorized modifications to the machine will not be
covered by the warranty.
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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.
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Safety devices
Eye guard
Finger guard
3
High temperature warning display
Thread take-up cover
Belt cover
Frame side cover, etc.
4
5
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
Thread take-up
cover
Belt cover
Frame
side cover
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Eye guard
Finger guard
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CONTENTS
1. NAME OF EACH PART ............................... 1
Maximum stitch number20,000 stitches (including 10,000 stitches which can be added)
Work clamp lifterPneumatic type
Work clamp height25 mm max.
Rotary hookTreble hook
NeedleDP × 17 #25
Wiper deviceStandard equipment
Thread trimmer deviceStandard equipment
Thread take-up deviceStandard equipment
Safety devicebuilt-in stopping mechanism
Data storage methodP-ROM (Any sewing pattern can be added using PS-3000.)
Number of user programs16
Number of cycle programs4
Number of stored data
MotorThree-phase 400W induction motor
Weights
Power source
Up to 100 patterns can be added. Total number of stitches of stored data
which can be added is within 10,000.
Machine head: 56 kg, Operation panel: 0.6 kg,
Control box: 9 - 19 kg (depending on destination)
Single-phase 110, 220 - 230, 240V
3-phase 220-230, 380, 400V
Maximum electric power consumption; 600VA
If you want to sew a pattern, you can create your original pattern using the PS-3000.
Consult with your local Brother Sales Office for details.
Note when creating additional data
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 “E-20” error code may be generated.
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3. INSTALLATION
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 more than 56 kg.
The installation should be carried out by two or more
people.
Do not connect the power cord until installation is
complete, otherwise the machine may operate if the
foot switch is depressed by mistake, which could
result in injury.
Hold the machine head with both hands when tilting it
back or returning it to its original position.
Furthermore, after tilting back the machine head, do
not push the face plate side or the pulley side from
above, as this could cause the machine head to
topple over, which may result in personal injury or
damage to the machine.
3-1. Power table
• Use the power table which has been specially designed for each
sewing machines.
* If using a commercially-available table, process it as shown in
the illustration below.
All cords should be secured at least 25 mm away from
any moving parts. Furthermore, do not excessively
bend the cable or secure it 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 the risk of receiving
a serious electric shock, and problems with correct
operation may also occur.
Install the belt covers to the machine head and motor.
Model code
Table/ legs assembly127-V30-50001
Note:
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
= 247 mm).
Check that the control box is at least 10 mm away from the leg. If the control box and leg are touching, it could cause the
sewing machine to operate incorrectly.
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3-2. Installing the control box
Check that the IM sticker is attached to the side of the control box (in the position shown in the illustration).
(KE series machine heads can only be used with control boxes which have the IM sticker attached.)
Spacers
Flat washers
Nuts
3. INSTALLATION
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1. Remove the 12 screws (1), and then open the covers (panel mounting assembly (2) and main P.C. board mounting plate
(3)).
Note:
When opening the cover, hold it securely so that it does not fall down.
2. Install the control box with the four accessory bolts (4), spacers (5), flat washers (6) and nuts (7) as shown in the illustration
above.
* Use two nuts (7) at each installation location, and make sure that both nuts are tightened.
3. Close the covers (panel mounting assembly (2) and main P.C. board mounting plate (3)), and tighten them with the screws
(1).
* The main P.C. board mounting plate (3) will be opened again during “3-11. Connecting the cords”, so provisionally tighten
it with the screw (1).
4. Install the power switch (8) with the two screws (9).
5. Secure the power switch cord with the three staples (10).
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3-3. Installing the rubber cushions
3-4. Installing the oil pan
Install the rubber cushions (1) with the nails (2).
* Install so that the head of the nail does not protrude from the
rubber surface
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1. Insert the tabs of the oil pan (2) into the holes for the
cushions (1), and then secure it in place with the five nails
(3) so that the oil pan (2) is not at an angle.
2. While pushing the oil pan (2) down from above, screw in the
oil container (4).
3-5. Installing the cushions
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Place the two cushions (1) into the holes in the work table so
that the notches are aligned with the tabs in the oil pan, and
secure them in place with the nails (2).
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3-6. Installing the switching plate
3. INSTALLATION
Install the switching plate (1) to the work table with the two wood
screws (2) in the position shown in the illustration.
* The switching plate and the switch bracket which is attached to
the machine head prevent the sewing machine from starting
when the machine head is tilted back. Therefore, this means
that the sewing machine will not start if the switching plate is
not installed.
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3-7. Installing the machine head
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1. Insert the head hinges (1) into the machine head so that they are parallel, and then secure them with the two set screws (2).
2. Place the machine head gently on top of the rubber cushions (3) and cushions (4).
Note:
Pull the cords (5) out as shown in the illustration above in order to prevent them from being clamped by the machine head.
3. Install the hinge presser (6) with the two bolts and two nuts.
4. Check that the head position switch is turned on as shown in Figure 1.
5. Connect the motor cord connector (7) to the accessory cord connector (8).
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3-8. Installing the head rest
Tap the head rest (1) into the table hole.
Note:
Tap the head rest securely into the table hole.
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3-9. Installing the operation panel
The operation panel can be installed to either the top or bottom of the work table.
Top of work table
Bottom of work table
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Table
Table
Rubber sheet
2 - 2.5mm
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1. Install the rear frame (1) to the work table (top or bottom) with the four wood screws (2).
* At this time, tighten the wood screws (2) until the thickness of the rubber sheet is 2 to 2.5 mm.
2. Install the front frame (3) to the rear frame (1) with the four screws (4).
* The vertical orientation of the front frame (3) is the same whether it is installed to the top or the bottom of the work table.
3. Insert the connector cord (5) into the control box through the hole at the side of the box. Refer to “3-11 Connecting the cords” for
details on connecting the cord.
4. Secure the connector cord (5) with the staples (in three places).
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3-10. Connecting the ground wire
Be sure to connect the ground. If the ground connection is not secure, you run the risk of receiving a serious electric shock,
and problems with correct operation may also occur.
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3. INSTALLATION
CAUTION
Connect to the power switch. However, the
black wire is insulated to the inside of the
box and is not used.
Connect to ground
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3. INSTALLATION
3-11. Connecting the cords
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3. INSTALLATION
1. Gently tilt back the machine head.
Note:
After tilting back the machine head, do not push the face side or the pulley side from above.
2. Pass the cord bundle (1) from the machine head through the hole (2) in the work table.
3. Gently return the machine head to its original position.
4. Remove the six screws (3), and then open the control box cover (main P.C. board mounting plate (4)).
Note:
When opening the cover, hold it securely so that it does not fall down.
5. Loosen the two screws (5), and then open the cord presser plate (6) in the direction of the white arrow and pass the cord bundle
(1) through the opening.
6. Remove the screw (7), and then pass it through the terminal holes in the ground cord (8) from the machine head and the ground
cord (9) from the operation panel. Then re-tighten the screw (7) so that the ground cords (8) and (9) are secured as shown in the
illustration.
7. Remove the screw (10) , and then pass it through the terminal hole in the ground cord (11) from the upper shaft motor. Then retighten the screw (10) so that the ground cord (11) is secured as shown in the illustration.
Note:
Make sure that the ground connections are secure in order to ensure safety.
8. Securely connect connectors P1 to P8, P11, P14 and P18 as indicated in the table below.
Note:
Check that the connector is facing the correct way, and then insert it firmly until it locks into place.
Furthermore, lock the cord clamp at the top.
9. Secure the cord bundle (1) with the cord clamps (12) and (13).
10. Close the cord presser plate (6) in the direction of the black arrow, and secure it by tightening the screws (5).
Note:
Check that the cords do not get pulled when the machine head is tilted back gently.
8-pin[3]P3 (SELECT)None
Connection location
on circuit board
Cord clamps used
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11. Replace PROM control assembly with one which contains sewing data.
1) Use the special tool to remove the PROM control assembly (14) from the PROM socket (15).
* Store the removed PROM control assembly in the special case provided.
2) Bend the pins of the PROM control assembly which contains sewing data (16) so that they are at an angle of approximately
90°.
3) Make the directions of the PROM control assembly (16) and the PROM socket (15) same so that the portions (a) come on the
same side, and press the PROM gently into the socket while checking that the pins of the PROM are going into the socket
properly.
Note:
• If the PROM has been replaced, press the RESET switch (17) while turning on the power in order to initialize the memory.
All of the user programs, cycle programs and memory switches which have been recorded will then be cleared.
• The PROM which is installed at the time of shipment from the factory does not include any sewing data. If you try to change
the program number without replacing the PROM, error “E-b1” will be displayed.
To create sewing data, use the PS-3000 electronic pattern sewer/reader (sold separately).
12. Tighten the cover (main P.C. board mounting plate (4)) with the six screws (3).
Note:
Check that the cords do not come into contact with the fan (18) and that they are not clamped by the cover at this time.
Note:
Check that the main PROM (
) is version MN-L or later.
*
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3-12. Piping
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3. INSTALLATION
Thread take-up
cylinder
Work clamp cylinder R
Thread trimmer
cylinder
Work clamp cylinder L
Thread wiper cylinder
Tension release cylinder
Connect air tubes in accordance with the identified numbers in the figure.
* Light work clamp mode can be used by changing over the air tube connections of work clamp cylinders.
(Refer to “14. Setting the work clamp mode”.)
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3-12-1. Installing the air unit
Make sure that the air unit does not touch the control box or the work table leg.
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Fig. 1
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<When installing to the underside of the work table>
1. Remove the two screws (1) and the valve setting plate (2).
2. Turn the valve setting plate (2) upside down, and install it to the underside of the work table using the two wood screws (3) and
washers (4) which are provided as accessories.
* At this time, install the valve setting plate (2) in a position where it will not be in the way when using the machine. (The
recommended installation position is shown in Figure 1.)
3. Install the ground cord (5) to the machine head.
4. Install the air unit (6) to the valve setting plate (2) with two screws (1).
5. Connect the air hose (7).
6. Adjust the air pressure. (Refer to “10-10. Adjusting the air pressure”.)
<When installing to a beam>
1. Make holes in the beam as shown in the illustration above. (Button hole diameter is 5.4 mm. The pitch is 50 mm.)
2. Install the air unit (8) to the beam with two accessory screws (9) and two bolts (10).
3. Install the ground cord (11) to the machine head.
4. Connect the air hose (12).
5. Adjust the air pressure. (Refer to “10-10. Adjusting the air pressure”.)
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3-12-2. Adjusting the speed controller
The speeds at which the work clamps and other devices operate can be adjusted by loosening or tightening the valve control knobs.
The speeds should be adjusted to speeds which are suitable for the intended application.
When the power is turned off, the operation of the devices can be checked by pressing the switches.
Upper knob
Lower knob
Switch
1. Work clamp (Valve 1 and 2)
Adjust the control knobs so that the left and right work clamps both operate at the same speed.
* If the upper control knob is tightened, the raising speed becomes slower; if it is loosened, the raising speed becomes faster.
* If the lower control knob is tightened, the lowering speed becomes slower; if it is loosened, the lowering speed becomes faster.
2. Thread trimmer (Valve 3)
Fully open the upper and lower control knobs. Then turn the lower control knob to adjust the thread trimming speed as required.
3. Thread wiper (Valve 4)
Fully open the upper and lower control knobs.
4. Tension release and thread take-up (Valve 5)
Fully open the upper and lower control knobs.
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3-13. Installing the belt cover
1. Loosen the screw (2) of the upper cover (1).
2. Insert the belt cover (3) in the direction of the arrow, and then
secure it with the two screws (2) and the two screws (4).
Check that the cords do not get clamped by the belt cover at
this time.
* It is not necessary to remove the belt cover (3) when tilting
back the machine head.
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3-14. Installing the foot switch
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[A]
[B]
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1. Insert the connector of the foot switch (3) into the connector (2) of the control box (1).
2. Install the foot switch (3) to the work table leg (12) with foot switch support plate A (4), foot switch support plate C (5), the bolt (6),
spring washer (7), flat washer (8), bolt (9), spring washer (10) and flat washer (11) as shown in Figure A.
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If foot switch support plate B (13) is used in a back-to-front position, it can be used as shown in Figure B.
1. Remove the screw (14) and rubber plug (15).
* Note that the spring (16) will come out when the screw (14) is removed.
2. Turn foot switch support plate B (13) back to front, and then install it with the bolt (17), spring washer (18) and flat washer (19) as
shown in Figure B.
Note:
If using the foot switch without installing it to the work table leg, move the foot switch at least 10 mm away from the leg. If the
foot switch is not fully in contact with the work table leg when the foot switch is used, for example, if it is just hooked loosely onto
the work table leg, it may cause the sewing machine to operate incorrectly.
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