Brother BE-438HX, BE-438HS, KE-430HX, KE-430HS User Manual

KE-430HX KE-430HS BE-438HX BE-438HS

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Please read this manual before using the machine.

Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference.

ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE LOCKSTITCH BAR TACKER ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE LOCKSTITCH BUTTON SEWER

Thank you very much for buying a BROTHER sewing machine. Before using your new machine, please read the safety instructions 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, 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	The instructions which follow this term indicate situations where failure to follow the
	instructions could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION	The instructions which follow this term indicate situations where failure to follow the
	instructions may result in minor or moderate injury.

Symbols

· · · · ·	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

DANGER

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

WARNING

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.

CAUTION

Environmental requirements

Use the sewing machine in an area which is free	The ambient temperature should be within the
from sources of strong electrical noise such as	range of 5 C to 35 C during use.
electrical line noise or static electric noise.	Temperatures which are lower or higher than this
Sources of strong electrical noise may cause	may cause problems with correct operation.
problems with correct operation.	The relative humidity should be within the range of
Any fluctuations in the power supply voltage should	45% to 85% during use, and no dew formation
be within 10% of the rated voltage for the machine.	should occur in any devices.
Voltage fluctuations which are greater than this may	Excessively dry or humid environments and dew
cause problems with correct operation.	formation may cause problems with correct
The power supply capacity should be greater than	operation.
the requirements for the sewing machine's power	In the event of an electrical storm, turn off the power
consumption.	and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
Insufficient power supply capacity may cause	Lightning may cause problems with correct
problems with correct operation.	operation.
	Do not connect anything to the USB port other than
	the USB memory. If this is not observed, problems
	with operation may result.
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 60 kg (132lb). The installation should be carried out by two or more people.

Do not connect the power cord until installation is complete. The machine may operate if the foot switch is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury.

Turn off the power switch before inserting or removing the plug, otherwise damage to the control box could 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.

When securing the cords, do not bend the cords excessively or fasten them too hard with staples, otherwise there is the danger that fire or electric shocks could occur.

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

Secure the table so that it will not move when tilting back the machine head. If the table moves, it may crush your feet or cause other injuries.

Use both hands to hold the machine head when tilting it back or returning it to its original position. If only one hand is used, the weight of the machine head may cause your hand to slip, and your hand may get caught.

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 diarrhea.

Keep the oil out of the reach of children.

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CAUTION

Lubrication

Turn off the power switch before carrying out work.

The machine may operate if the foot switch is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury.

Be sure to wear protective goggles and gloves when handling the lubricating oil, so that it does not get into your eyes or onto your skin.

If care is not taken, inflammation can result. Furthermore, do not drink the lubricating oil. Diarrhea or vomiting may result.

Keep the oil out of the reach of children.

When cutting the nozzle of the oil tank, hold the base of the nozzle securely. If you hold the end of the nozzle, injury from the scissors may result.

Sewing

To prevent problems, do not use objects with sharp points to operate the operation panel.

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. The machine may operate if the foot switch is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury.

When replacing the bobbin and needle

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

Use threading mode or turn off the power first in order to carry out threading.

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.

Secure the table so that it will not move when tilting back the machine head. If the table moves, it may crush your feet or cause other injuries.

Use both hands to hold the machine head when tilting it back or returning it to its original position. If only one hand is used, the weight of the machine head may cause your hand to slip, and your hand may get caught.

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.

Cleaning

Turn off the power switch before carrying out cleaning. The machine may operate if the foot switch is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury.

Secure the table so that it will not move when tilting back the machine head. If the table moves, it may crush your feet or cause other injuries.

Use both hands to hold the machine head when tilting it back or returning it to its original position. If only one hand is used, the weight of the machine head may cause your hand to slip, and your hand may get caught.

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 diarrhea.

Keep the oil out of the reach of children.

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CAUTION

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 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 hook and knife

Always be sure to turn off the power switch and then wait one minute before opening the rear cover. If you touch the surface of the motor, it may cause burns.

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

Secure the table so that it will not move when tilting back the machine head. If the table moves, it may crush your feet or cause other injuries.

Use both hands to hold the machine head when tilting it back or returning it to its original position.

If only one hand is used, the weight of the machine head may cause your hand to slip, and your hand may get caught.

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.

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2

3

Touching areas where high voltages are present can result in severe injury. Turn off the power before removing the cover.

* Safety devices

Eye guard, Finger guard,

DT solenoid cover, Thread take-up cover, Side cover , Rear cover, etc.

4Be careful to avoid injury from the moving thread take-up.

5Be careful not to get your hands caught when returning the machine head to its original position after it has been tilted.

6Be 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.

7

Direction of operation

8Do not hold, otherwise problems with operation or injury may occur.

9

10

11

(KE-430HX only)

Do not hold this part when tilting the machine head back, otherwise problems with operation or injury may occur.

High temperature warning display

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2559B	3854B
Thread take-up cover	3856B

KE-430HX only

Eye guard

Finger guard

Transformer box (100V/110V/380V/400V)

Oil tank

Rear cover

DT solenoid cover

Side cover

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4010B

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CONTENTS

1. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS ................	1
2. SPECIFICATIONS................................	2
2-1. Machine specifications ......................................	2
2-2. List of sewing patterns (KE-430HX/HS) ............	4
2-3. List of sewing patterns (BE-438HX/HS) ............	9
3. INSTALLATION....................................	12
3-1. Table processing diagram..............................	13
3-2. Installing the control box.................................	14
3-3. Installing the oiler............................................	14
3-4. Installing the machine head............................	15
3-5. Installing the operation panel .........................	17
3-6. Installing the cotton stand...............................	18
3-7. Installing the button tray (BE-438HX/HS).......	18
3-8. Installing the eye guard ..................................	19
3-9. Installing the needle cooling equipment
(KE-430HX) ....................................................	20
3-10. Connecting the cords....................................	21
3-11. Connecting the ground wire .........................	24
3-12. Installing the rear cover ................................	25
3-13. Lubrication....................................................	26
3-14. Connecting the power cord ..........................	27
3-15. Checking the machine head switch..............	30
3-16. Starting up ....................................................	30
4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING.....	31
4-1. Installing the needle........................................	31
4-2. Winding the lower thread................................	31
4-3. Installing the bobbin case...............................	33
4-4. Threading the upper thread............................	34
4-5. Thread tension................................................	35
4-5-1. Lower thread tension ...........................	35
4-5-2. Upper thread tension ...........................	36
4-6. Adjusting the needle cooling equipment
(KE-430HX) ....................................................	37
4-7. Thread nipper device
(KE-430HX-03, -0K, -01)................................	38
4-8. Inserting a button (BE-438HX/HS) .................	40
4-9. Adjusting the button clamp (BE-438HX/HS)...	40

4-10. About the button lifting method
(BE-438HX/HS).............................................	41
4-10-1. Selecting the button clamp spacer.....	41
4-10-2. Installing the button lifter spring .........	41
5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL
(BASIC OPERATIONS) .......................	42
5-1. Name and function of each
operation panel item .......................................	42
5-2. Home screen...................................................	44
5-3. Program selection method..............................	45
5-4. X scale and Y scale setting method................	46
5-5. Sewing speed setting method.........................	48
5-6. Work clamp height setting method .................	49
5-7. User program setting method .........................	50
5-8. Slow start pattern setting method ...................	54
5-9. Copying programs (Additional program).........	55
5-10. Checking the sewing pattern
(KE-430HX/HS).............................................	56
5-11. Checking the sewing pattern
(BE-438HX/HS).............................................	57
5-12. Correcting the upper thread tension
(For KE-430HX and BE-438HX) ...................	58
5-13. Illumination LED setting method...................	59
6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL
(ADVANCED OPERATIONS) ..............	60
6-1. Setting memory switches................................	60
6-2. List of memory switches..................................	62
6-3. Using the lower thread counter.......................	64
6-4. Using the production counter..........................	65
6-5. Using the garment counter..............................	66
6-6. Using cycle programs .....................................	67
6-7. Direct selection ...............................................	69
6-8. Reading and writing data using
USB memory...................................................	70
6-9. Data initialization method................................	71
7. SEWING ...............................................	72
7-1. Sewing ............................................................	72
7-2. Changing sewing conditions...........................	73

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8. MAINTENANCE....................................	74
8-1. Cleaning the hook...........................................	74
8-2. Draining the oil................................................	75
8-3. Cleaning the eye guard ..................................	75
8-4. Checking the needle.......................................	75
8-5. Lubrication......................................................	75
8-6. Applying grease
(Work clamp: KE-430HX/HS) .......................	76
8-7. Cleaning the needle cooling equipment
(KE-430HX) ....................................................	76
8-8. Changing lubricating oil (When the oil
change warning is displayed).........................	77
9. STANDARD ADJUSTMENT.................	81
9-1. Standard thread tension.................................	81
9-1-1. Upper and lower thread tension...........	81
9-1-2. Thread take-up spring..........................	82
9-1-3. Arm thread guide C..............................	83
9-1-4. Needle bar bush thread guide D..........	83
9-2. Adjusting the needle bar height......................	83
9-3. Adjusting the needle bar lift amount and the
driver needle guard.........................................	84
9-4. Adjusting the needle clearance ......................	84
9-5. Adjusting the shuttle race thread guide..........	85
9-6. Hook lubrication amount.................................	85
9-7. Replacing the movable knife and fixed knife..	86
9-8. Adjusting the work clamp lift amount
(KE-430HX/HS) ............................................	87
9-9. Adjusting the button clamp lift amount
(BE-438HX/HS) ............................................	87
9-10. Adjusting the holding pressure
(BE-438HX/HS) ...........................................	88
9-11. Adjusting the position of the button clamp
(BE-438HX/HS) ...........................................	88
9-12. Adjusting the thread wiper............................	88
9-13. Checking the machine head switch..............	89
10. TABLE OF ERROR CODES...............	90
11. TROUBLESHOOTING........................	95

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1. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS

1. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS

3857B

BE-438HX/HS

(1)	Power switch	Safety devices
(2)	Control box	(10) Finger guard
(3)	USB port	(11) Eye guard
(4)	Operation panel	(12) Thread take-up cover
(5)	Foot switch	(13)	Rear cover
(6) Work clamp (KE-430HX/HS)		(14)	Side cover
(7)	Button clamp (BE-438HX/HS)	(15) DT solenoid cover

(8)Pulley

(9)Cotton stand

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2. SPECIFICATIONS

2. SPECIFICATIONS

2-1. Machine specifications

							3956B
		KE-430HX		KE-430HS	BE-438HX		BE-438HS
		Electronic direct drive lockstitch bar tacker			Electronic direct drive lockstitch button sewer
	Stitch formation			Single needle lock stitch
	Maximum sewing speed	3,300 sti/min (*1)				2,800 sti/min
	Pattern size (X x Y)	50 x 40 mm max. (*2)			6.4 x 6.4 mm max.
	Dimensions of buttons				Outer diameter of button 8 - 30 mm (*3)
	that can be sewn
	Feed mechanism	Y- intermittent feed mechanism (pulse-motor driven mechanism)
	Stitch length	0.05 - 12.7 mm			0.05 – 6.4 mm
					number of stitches in sewing patterns which
	Number of stitches	Refer to “List of sewing patterns” for the
				have already been entered.
	Maximum stitch number			Approx. 5,000 stitches (1 pattern)
	Work clamp lifter			Pulse-motor driven mechanism
	Work clamp height	17 mm max.				13 mm max.
	Button clamp height
	Hook	Shuttle hook				Shuttle hook
		(double shuttle hook, optional)
	Lubrication method	Semi dry		Minimum lubrication	Semi dry		Minimum lubrication
	Digital tension set	Standard equipment			Standard equipment
	Thread wiper device			Standard equipment
	Thread trimmer device			Standard equipment
	Thread nipper device	-03, -0K, -01 specifications:		-03, -05 specifications:		Option
		Standard equipment;		option
		-05 specifications: Option
	Illumination LED			Standard equipment
	Data storage method	Flash memory (Any sewing pattern can be added using USB memory)
	Data recording media			USB memory (*4)
	Number of cycle programs		Up to 30 can be registered (up to 50 steps each)
					64 sewing patterns
		89 sewing patterns
	Number of stored data	are set already			are set already
		(Up to a maximum of 500 additional types of sewing patterns. Total number of stitches of
		stored data which can be added is within 500,000.) (*5)
	Motor			AC servo motor 550 W
		Machine head: approx. 60 kg, Operation panel: approx. 0.4 kg
	Weights
				Control box: approx. 7 kg
				100V, 110V, 200V - 230V, 380V - 400V
	Power source
		* The voltages which can be used and the available regions may vary depending on the
				specifications.
	Power consumption			450 VA

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2. SPECIFICATIONS

*1 Reduce the maximum sewing speed in accordance with the sewing conditions.

The maximum sewing speed for additional sewing patterns with 66 stitches or more is 2,800 sti/min. When using the double shuttle hook, use a sewing speed of 2,700 sti/min or less.

*2 Use the optional 50 X 40 sewing area set (other than for Europe: SB7777-001, for Europe: SB7777-0E1) for a sewing area of 50 x 40 mm.

The normal sewing area size is 40x30.

*3 Use the optional button clamp L (SA9303-201) for diameters of 20 mm or greater. *4 No guarantees of operation can be given for any media.

*5 The number of sewing patterns and the number of stitches that can be recorded will vary depending on the number of stitches in each sewing pattern.

*6 If using a shank button, use the shank device (other than for Europe: SB7900-001, for Europe: SB7900-0E1).

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2. SPECIFICATIONS

2-2. List of sewing patterns (KE-430HX/HS)

The sewing patterns shown below have been preset into the sewing machine and can be selected according to specifications. (Any sewing pattern is available as long as it is within the work clamp and feed plate in size.)

Use the work clamp and feed plate that match the respective sewing pattern selected. The sewing size is the length when the enlargement/reduction ratio is 100%.

				For medium-weight materials (-03)
	No.	Pattern	No.of	Tacking size (mm)		No.		Pattern
			stitches	Length	Width
	1		42	16	2	65
	4		31	16	2	66
	5		29	10	2	67
	8		21	7	2	68
	13		35	10	2	69
	15		42	10	2	70
	20		28	7	2	71
	21		35	7	2	72
	64		30	16	2	89
				For heavy-weight materials (-05)
	No.	Pattern	No.of	Tacking size (mm)		No.		Pattern
			stitches	Length	Width
	2		42	20	3	18

No.of	Tacking size (mm)
stitches	Length	Width
43	16	2
32	16	2
30	10	2
22	7	2
36	10	2
43	10	2
29	7	2
36	7	2
90	24	3
No.of	Tacking size (mm)
stitches	Length	Width
56	24	3

3	35	20	3	19	64		24	3
6	30	16	3	62	42		20	3
14	35	16	3	63	35		20	3
16	43	16	3	78	43		20	3
17	42	24	3	79	36		20	3

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				For heavy-weight materials (-05)
No.	Pattern		No.of	Tacking size (mm)		No.		Pattern
			stitches	Length	Width
80			31	16	3	83
81			36	16	3	84
82			44	16	3	85
		For knitted materials (-0K) and light-weight materials (-01)
No.	Pattern		No.of	Tacking size (mm)		No.		Pattern
			stitches	Length	Width
7		28		8	2	73
9		21		7	2	74
22		14		7	2	75
31*		28		8	2	76*
32*		22		8	2	77*

No.of	Tacking size (mm)
stitches	Length	Width
43	24	3
57	24	3
65	24	3
No.of	Tacking size (mm)
stitches	Length	Width
29	8	2
22	7	2
15	7	2
29	8	2
23	8	2

33*

15

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* The sewing start and sewing end are in the middle of the pattern.

		Straight bar tacking					Vertical zigzag stitching
	No.	Pattern	No.of	Tacking size (mm)		No.	Pattern	No.of	Tacking size (mm)
			stitches	Length	Width			stitches	Length	Width
	10		21	10	0.3
						44		46	9	15
	11		28	10	0.3
	12		28	20	0.3
	23		35	25	0.3
						45		70	9	25
	24		42	25	0.3
	25		45	25	0.3

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2. SPECIFICATIONS

		Vertical bar tacking					Verticalstraightbar tacking
	No.	Pattern	No.of	Tacking size (mm)		No.	Pattern	No.of		Tacking size (mm)
			stitches	Length	Width			stitches		Length	Width
	26		28	3	10	28		19		0.3	10

27

35

3

10

29

21

0.3

10

40

32

3

16

30

28

0.3

10

41

36

3

16

46

27

0.3

20

42

44

3

20

47

44

0.3

25

43

68

3

24

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2. SPECIFICATIONS

								Crescent bar tacking
No.	Pattern				No.of		Tacking size (mm)				No.		Pattern		No.of	Tacking size (mm)
					stitches		Length		Width						stitches	Length	Width
34					35	12			7		37				57	7	12
35					58	12			7		38				53	7	10
36					57	7			12		39				53	7	10
	Crossed stitching												Crossed tacking
No.	Pattern		No.of		Tacking size (mm)				No.				Pattern		No.of	Tacking size (mm)
			stitches		Length		Width								stitches	Length	Width
48			70		10		10		50						84	16	16
49			93		9.6		9.6		51						105	30	26

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2. SPECIFICATIONS

				L-pattern tacking
No.	Pattern	No.of	Tacking size (mm)		No.		Pattern
		stitches	Length	Width
52		60	11.3	11.2	53
54		78	15.3	15.2	55
				Circular stitching
No.	Pattern	No.of	Tacking size (mm)		No.		Pattern
		stitches	Length	Width
56		106	9	9	59
57		116	9	9	60
58		127	9	9	61
	For eyelet buttonhole
No.	Pattern	No.of	Tacking size (mm)
		stitches	Length	Width
86		21	6	2
87		28	6	2
88		35	6	2

No.of	Tacking size (mm)
stitches	Length	Width
60	11.3	11.2

78 15.3 15.2

No.of	Tacking size (mm)
stitches	Length	Width
104	10	10

114 10 10

124 10 10

If you want to sew a sewing pattern other than standard sewing patterns, you can create your original pattern using the PS-300B. Consult with your local Brother sales office for details.

Note when creating additional sewing patterns

When sewing data with a small number of stitches (15 stitches or less) is sewn repeatedly (short cycle operation), the main shaft motor may overheat and the “E150” error code may be generated.

If using data for an additional sewing pattern with 66 stitches or more, the maximum sewing speed is limited to 2,800 sti/min.

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2. SPECIFICATIONS

2-3. List of sewing patterns (BE-438HX/HS)

The sewing patterns shown below have been preset into the sewing machine. Any sewing pattern can be selected as long as the needle will drop down into the holes of the buttons.

When sewing patterns that do not have crossover stitches, the thread is trimmed after sewing of one side is completed, and then the other side is sewn.

	No.		No. of holes		Pattern	No. of	No. of	No. of		Sewing size (mm)
							crossover
			in button			threads		stitches		X	Y
							stitches
	1					6	―	12
	54	*1				6	―	12
	2					8	―	14
	55	*1				8	―	14
										3.4	0
	3					10	―	16
	4					12	―	18
			2
	5	*2				16	―	22
	6	*2				20	―	26
	56	*1				6	―	11
	7	*3				6	―	12
										0	3.4
	23	*3				10	―	16
	8	*3				12	―	18
	9	*3				5-5-5	―	21
	24	*3				7-7-7	―	27
			3							2.6	2.4
	25	*3				5-5-5	―	21
	26	*3				7-7-7	―	27
	57	*1				6-6	1	18
	10					6-6	1	19
	58	*1				8-8	1	22
	11		4			8-8	1	23		3.4	3.4
	12					8-8	3	25
	13					10-10	1	27
	27					12-12	1	31
*1	Use for buttons with small holes.
*2	Check that the diameter of the holes in the buttons is 2 mm or greater before using the programs.
*3 Do not use the button lifter spring.

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2. SPECIFICATIONS

	No.	No. of holes		Pattern	No. of	No. of	No. of	Sewing size (mm)
						crossover
		in button			threads		stitches	X	Y
						stitches
	*4				6-6	0	24
	14
	*5				6-6	0	24
	36
	*4				8-8	0	28
	28
	*5				8-8	0	28
	37
	*4				10-10	0	32
	15
	*5				10-10	0	32
	38
	*4				12-12	0	36
	29
	*5				12-12	0	36
	39
	*1				6-5	1	17
	59
	16				6-5	1	18
	*1				8-7	1	21
	60
	17				8-7	1	22
	30	4			10-9	1	26	3.4	3.4
	*1				6-6	1	18
	61
	18				6-6	1	19
	*1				8-8	1	22
	62
	19				8-8	1	23
	*1				10-10	1	26
	63
	31				10-10	1	27
	45				12-12	1	31
	*4				6-6	0	24
	20
	*5				6-6	0	24
	40
	*4				8-8	0	28
	32
	*5				8-8	0	28
	41
	*4				10-10	0	32
	33
	*5				10-10	0	32
	42
*1	Use for buttons with small holes.
*4	When sewing of one side is completed, the button clamp rises and the thread is wiped. To finish sewing, press the foot
	switch until sewing of the other side starts, or press the foot switch again after sewing of the other side is completed.
*5	When sewing of one side is completed, the thread will be wiped without the button clamp rising, and then the other side
	will be sewn.

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No.		No. of holes	Pattern	No. of	No. of	No. of	Sewing size (mm)
					crossover
		in button		threads		stitches	X	Y
					stitches
64	*1			6-6	1	18	3.4
21	*3			6-6	1	19
34	*3			10-10	1	27
22	*3*4			6-6	0	24		3.4
							2.4
43	*3*5			6-6	0	24
35	*3*4	4		10-10	0	32
44	*3*5			10-10	0	32
46				6-7	1	19
47				8-9	1	23	3.4	3.4
48				10-11	1	27
49				12-13	1	31

*1 Use for buttons with small holes.

*3 Do not use the button lifter spring.

*4 When sewing of one side is completed, the button clamp rises and the thread is wiped. To finish sewing, press the foot switch until sewing of the other side starts, or press the foot switch again after sewing of the other side is completed.

*5 When sewing of one side is completed, the thread will be wiped without the button clamp rising, and then the other side will be sewn.

For shank button

	No.	Pattern	No. of threads	No. of	Sewing size (mm)
				stitches	X	Y
	50		6	12
	51		8	14
					3.4	0
	52		10	16
	53		12	18

Note when creating additional sewing patterns

When sewing data with a small number of stitches (15 stitches or less) is sewn repeatedly (short cycle operation), the main shaft motor may overheat and the “E150” error code may be generated.

If using data for an additional sewing pattern with 66 stitches or more, the maximum sewing speed is limited to 2,800 sti/min.

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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 weighs approximately 60 kg (132lb). The installation should be carried out by two or more people.

Do not connect the power cord until installation is complete. The machine may operate if the foot switch is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury.

Secure the table so that it will not move when tilting back the machine head. If the table moves, it may crush your feet or cause other injuries.

Use both hands to hold the machine head when tilting it back or returning it to its original position. If only one hand is used, the weight of the machine head may cause your hand to slip, and your hand may get caught.

About the machine set-up location

Do not set up this sewing machine near other equipment such as televisions, radios or cordless telephones, otherwise such equipment may be affected by electronic interference from the sewing machine.

The sewing machine should be plugged directly into an AC wall outlet. Operation problems may result if extension cords are used.

2516B

Carrying the machine

The machine should be carried by the arm by two people as shown in the illustration.

When holding the machine head, do not hold it by the pulse motor (1), otherwise it may damage the pulse motor.

3914B

Tilting back the machine head

1.Pack away any tools which are near the table.

2.Secure the foot (A) so that the table will not move, and then pull the arm with both hands to tilt back the machine head.

* While supporting the arm with both hands, gently lower it.

3915B

Returning the machine head to the upright position

1.Pack away any tools which are near the table.

2.While supporting the arm with both hands, gently return the machine head to its original position.

3916B

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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.

•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.

					Control box
						Cotton
					mounting hole
				Cord hole
						stand hole
Oiler hole					Operation panel
					cord hole
		Hinge holder hole

3858B

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3-2. Installing the control box

DANGER

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

(1) Control box

(2) Bolts [4 pcs]

(3) Plain washers [4 pcs]

(4) Spring washers [4 pcs]

(5) Nuts [8 pcs]

3859B

3-3. Installing the oiler

Before installing the oiler, provisionally install the rubber cushion (1) and the hinge holder (2) to the table with the two bolts (3).

	(4)		Dust oiler support
	(5)		Wood screws [2 pcs]
	(6)		Plain washers [2 pcs]
Center	(7)		Oiler
	*	Install the dust oiler support (4) so that
		the hole (8) in the dust oiler support (4)
		is in the center of the hole (9) in the
		table for installing the oiler (7) as shown
		in figure [A].
	NOTE:
	•	Make sure that the dust oiler support
		(4) does not interfere with the hinge
		holder (2).

3752B

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3-4. Installing the machine head

Pulse motor

Approx. 20mm

Approx. 20mm

(1)Pins [2 pcs]

(2)Set screws [2 pcs]

(3)Rubber cushion assembly [2 pcs]

Place the machine head gently on top of the table.

NOTE:

•Be careful not to clamp any cords between the machine head and the table.

•When holding the machine head, do not hold it by the pulse motor, otherwise it may damage the pulse motor.

3860B

Pull the seal (4) in the direction of the arrow to remove it.

3963B

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Remove the seal (5) completely.

NOTE:

•If you operate the sewing machine without removing the seals (4) and (5), oil leaks may occur or the sewing machine may seize.

3964B

(6)Hinge holders [2 pcs]

(7)Bolts [4 pcs]

(8)Plain washers [4 pcs]

(9)Spring washers [4 pcs]

(10)Nuts [4 pcs]

(11)Rubber cushions [3 pcs]

(12)Collars [3 pcs]

(13)Plain washers [3 pcs]

(14)Screws [3 pcs]

(15)Felt

(16)Oil tube

Pass the felt (15) and the oil tube (16) through the hole in the dust oiler support (17) into the oiler (18).

3861B

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1. Loosen the screw (19), and then install the machine head switch (20) in the position shown in the illustration.

2. Check that the machine head switch as turned on as shown in figure [A].

* If the machine head switch is not turned on, adjust the installation position while referring to “3-15. Checking the machine head switch”.

3862B

3-5. Installing the operation panel

(1) Operation panel

(2) Wood screws [4 pcs]

• Pass the panel cord through the hole in the table, and then insert it into the control box through the hole in the side of the control box.

(3) Staples [3 pcs]

3863B

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3-6. Installing the cotton stand

(1) Cotton stand

NOTE:

Securely tighten the nut (4) so that the two washers (2) and the spring washer

(3) are securely clamped and so that the cotton stand (1) does not move.

3864B

3-7. Installing the button tray (BE-438HX/HS)

Install the button tray at a place convenient for operation.

(1) Button tray holder

(2) Wood screws [2 pcs]

(3) Button tray

(4) Set screw

3865B

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3-8. Installing the eye guard

CAUTION

Attach all safety devices before using the sewing machine.

If the machine is used without these devices attached, injury may result.

<KE-430HS, BE-438HX, BE-438HS>		(1)	Eye guard assembly
		(2)	Screws [2 pcs]

3866B

<KE-430HX>

3911B

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3-9. Installing the needle cooling equipment (KE-430HX)

(1) Tube

(2) Air nozzle assembly

(3) Screws

3867B

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