Brother BE-438FX II, KE-430FX II, KE-430FS II User Manual

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INSTRUCTION

KE-430FX II

MANUAL

KE-430FS II BE-438FX II

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.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

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

CAUTION

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”.)

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

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.

･･････

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”.)

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

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 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 57 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.

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, 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.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

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

• When replacing the needle and bobbin

• 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.

Cleaning

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.

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 rotary hook

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

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

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.

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

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

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

*Safety devices

Eye guard Finger guard DT solenoid cover Thread take-up cover

Side cover Rear cover, etc.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

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

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

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

3747B

2559B

Thread take-up cove

Eye guard

Finger guard

Transformer box

(100V/400V system only)

Oil tank

Rear cove

DT solenoid cover

Side cover

3748B

3749B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

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

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

2-1. Machine specifications ...................................... 2

2-2. List of sewing patterns (KE-430FX II･FS II) ...... 3

2-3. List of sewing patterns (BE-438FX II) ................ 8

3. INSTALLATION .................................... 11

3-1. Table processing diagram .............................. 11

3-2. Installing the control box ................................. 12

3-3. Installing the oiler ............................................ 12

3-4. Installing the machine head ............................ 13

3-5. Installing the operation panel ......................... 14

3-6. Installing the cotton stand ............................... 15

3-7. Installing the button tray (BE-438FX II) .......... 15

3-8. Installing the eye guard .................................. 15

3-9. Connecting the cords ...................................... 16

3-10. Connecting the ground wire ......................... 19

3-11. Installing the rear cover ................................ 20

3-12. Lubrication .................................................... 21

3-13. Connecting the power cord .......................... 22

3-14. Checking the machine head switch .............. 25

3-15. Starting up .................................................... 25

5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL

(BASIC OPERATIONS) ....................... 34

5-1. Name and function of each

operation panel item ....................................... 34

5-2. Program setting method .................................. 36

5-3. Copying programs ........................................... 40

5-4. Checking the sewing pattern

(KE-430FX II･FS II) ......................................... 41

5-5. Checking the sewing pattern

(BE-438FX II) .................................................. 42

5-6. Correcting the upper thread tension

<For KE-430FX II and BE-438FX II> .............. 43

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL

(ADVANCED OPERATIONS) .............. 44

6-1. Setting memory switches ................................ 44

6-2. List of memory switches .................................. 45

6-3. Using the lower thread counter ....................... 47

6-4. Using the production counter .......................... 48

6-5. Using cycle programs ..................................... 49

6-6. Direct selection ............................................... 53

6-7. Resetting all settings to their defaults ............. 54

4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING ..... 26

4-1. Installing the needle ........................................ 26

4-2. Threading the upper thread ............................ 26

4-3. Winding the lower thread ................................ 28

4-4. Installing the bobbin case ............................... 29

4-5. Thread tension ................................................ 29

4-5-1. Lower thread tension ........................... 29

4-5-2. Upper thread tension ........................... 30

4-6. Thread nipper device

<KE-430FX II -03, -0K, -01> ........................... 31

4-7. Inserting the button (BE-438FX II) .................. 33

4-8. Adjusting the button clamp (BE-438FX II) ...... 33

4-9. Installing the accessory spring

(BE-438FX II) .................................................. 33

7. SEWING ............................................... 55

7-1. Sewing ............................................................ 55

7-2. Changing sewing conditions ........................... 56

8. MAINTENANCE .................................... 57

8-1. Cleaning the rotary hook ................................. 57

8-2. Cleaning the control box air inlet ports ........... 58

8-3. Draining the oil ................................................ 58

8-4. Cleaning the eye guard ................................... 58

8-5. Checking the needle ....................................... 58

8-6. Lubrication....................................................... 58

8-7. Applying grease

(Work clamp: KE-430FX II･FS II) .................. 59

8-8. Applying grease

(When “GREASEUP” appears) ..................... 59

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

9. STANDARD ADJUSTMENT ................. 63

9-1. Standard thread tension ................................. 63

9-1-1. Upper and lower thread tension ........... 63

9-1-2. Thread take-up spring .......................... 64

9-1-3. Arm thread guide C .............................. 65

9-1-4. Needle bar bush thread guide D .......... 65

9-2. Adjusting the needle bar height ...................... 65

9-3. Adjusting the needle bar lift amount and the

driver needle guard ......................................... 66

9-4. Adjusting the needle clearance ...................... 66

9-5. Adjusting the shuttle race thread guide .......... 67

9-6. Rotary hook lubrication amount ...................... 67

9-7. Replacing the movable knife and fixed knife .. 68 9-8. Adjusting the work clamp lift amount

(KE-430FX II･FS II) ...................................... 69

9-9. Adjusting the button clamp lift amount

(BE-438FX II) ................................................ 69

9-10. Adjusting the holding pressure

(BE-438FX II) ................................................ 70

9-11. Adjusting the position of the button clamp

(BE-438FX II) ................................................ 70

9-12. Adjusting the thread wiper ............................ 70

9-13. Checking the machine head switch .............. 71

10. TABLE OF ERROR CODES ............... 72

11. TROUBLESHOOTING ........................ 76

12. 7-SEGMENT DISPLAY LIST .............. 79

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

1. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS

(1) Power switch (2) Control box (10) Finger guard (3) SD card slot (11) Eye guard (4) Operation panel (12) Thread take-up cover (5) Foot switch (13) Rear cover (6) Work clamp (KE-430FX II･FS II) (7) Button clamp (BE-438FX II) (15) DT solenoid cover (8) Pulley (9) Cotton stand

BE-438FX II

Safety devices

(14) Side cover

1. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS

3750B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

2. SPECIFICATIONS

2-1. Machine specifications

KE-430FX II KE-430FS II BE-438FX II

Stitch formation Single needle lock stitch

Maximum sewing speed 3,200 sti/min 2,700 sti/min

Pattern size (X x Y) 40 x 30 mm max. 6.4 x 6.4 mm max.

Dimensions of buttons that can be sewn

Feed mechanism

Stitch length 0.05 - 12.7 mm 0.05 – 6.4 mm

Number of stitches

Maximum stitch number Approx. 5,000 stitches (1 pattern)

Electronic direct drive lockstitch bar tacker Electronic direct drive lockstitch button sewer

Outer diameter of button 8 - 30 mm (*1)

Y-θ intermittent feed mechanism (pulse-motor driven mechanism)

Refer to “List of Sewing Patterns” for the number of stitches in sewing patterns which

have already been entered.

3767B

Work clamp lifter Pulse-motor driven mechanism

Work clamp height Button clamp height

Hook Shuttle hook (shuttle hook 2, optional) Shuttle hook

Lubrication method Semi dry Minimum lubrication Semi dry

Digital tension set Standard equipment Standard equipment

Thread wiper device Standard equipment

Thread trimmer device Standard equipment

-03, -0K, -01 specifications:

Thread nipper device

Data storage method Flash memory (Any sewing pattern can be added using SD card) (*2)

Data recording media SD card (*2)

Number of cycle programs Up to 30 can be registered (up to 50 steps each)

Number of stored data

Motor AC servo motor 550 W

Weights

Power source

*1 Use the optional button clamp L (SA9303-101) for diameters of 20 mm or greater.

*2 No guarantees of operation can be given for any media.

*3 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.

Standard equipment;

-05 specifications: Option

(Up to a maximum of 512 additional types of sewing patterns. Total number of stitches of

(For single-phase 100 V and three-phase 380 V/400 V, the trans box is required.)

17 mm max. 13 mm max.

3,5 specifications:

option

89 sewing patterns

are set already

stored data which can be added is within 500,000.) (*3)

Machine head: approx. 57 kg, Operation panel: approx. 0.4 kg

Control box: 9 kg

Single-phase 100V / 220V, 3-phase 220V / 380V / 400V

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

Option

64 sewing patterns

are set already

2. SPECIFICATIONS

2-2. List of sewing patterns (KE-430FX II･FS II)

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

stitches

Tacking size (mm)

Length

Width

No. Pattern

1 42 16 2 65

4 31 16 2 66

29 10 2 67

21 7 2 68

35 10 2 69

42 10 2 70

28 7 2 71

35 7 2 72

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm)

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

64 30 16 2 89

For heavy-weight materials (-05)

No. Pattern

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm)

Length

Width

No. Pattern

2 42 20 3 18

3 35 20 3 19

30 16 3 62

35 16 3 63

43 16 3 78

17 42 24 3 79

90 24 3

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm)

Length

Width

56 24 3

64 24 3

42 20 3

35 20 3

43 20 3

36 20 3

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

2. SPECIFICATIONS

No. Pattern

No. of

stitches

For heavy-weight materials (-05)

Tacking size (mm) Length

Width

No. Pattern

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm) Length

Width

No. Pattern

31*

32*

31 16 3 83

36 16 3 84

44 16 3 85

For knitted materials (-0K) and light-weight materials (-01)

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm) Length

Width

No. Pattern

28 8 2 73

21 7 2 74

14 7 2 75

28 8 2 76*

22 8 2 77*

43 24 3

57 24 3

65 24 3

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm) Length

29 8 2

22 7 2

15 7 2

29 8 2

23 8 2

Width

33*

15 8 2

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

Straight bar tacking Vertical zigzag stitching

No. Pattern

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm) Length

21 10 0.3

28 10 0.3

28 20 0.3

35 25 0.3

42 25 0.3

45 25 0.3

Width

No. Pattern

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm) Length

Width

46 9 15

70 9 25

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

Vertical bar tacking Vertical straight bar tacking

No. Pattern

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm) Length

Width

No. Pattern

2. SPECIFICATIONS

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm) Length

Width

28 3 10 28

35 3 10 29

32 3 16 30

19 0.3 10

21 0.3 10

28 0.3 10

36 3 16 46

27 0.3 20

44 3 20 47

44 0.3 25

68 3 24

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

2. SPECIFICATIONS

Crescent bar tacking

No. Pattern

Crossed stitching

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm)

Length

Width

No. Pattern

35 12 7 37

58 12 7 38

57 7 12 39

Crossed tacking

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm)

Length

Width

57 7 12

53 7 10

No. Pattern

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm)

Length

Width

70 10 10 50

93 9.6 9.6 51

No. Pattern

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm)

Length

Width

84 16 16

105 30 26

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

2. SPECIFICATIONS

L-pattern tacking

No. Pattern

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm)

Length

Width

No. Pattern

60 11.3 11.2 53

78 15.3 15.2 55

Circular stitching

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm)

Length

Width

No. Pattern

106 9 9 59

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm)

Length

Width

60 11.3 11.2

78 15.3 15.2

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm)

Length

Width

104 10 10

116 9 9 60

127 9 9 61

114 10 10

124 10 10

For eyelet buttonhole

No. Pattern

No. of

stitches

Tacking size (mm)

Length

Width

21 6 2

28 6 2

35 6 2

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 upper shaft motor may overheat and the “E150” error code may be generated.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

2. SPECIFICATIONS

2-3. List of sewing patterns (BE-438FX II)

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

in button

Pattern

No. of

threads

6 ― 12

No. of

crossover

stitches

No. of

stitches

Sewing size (mm)

X Y

2 8 ― 14

3 10

4 12 ― 18

6 ― 12

8 ― 14

3.4 0

―

16 ― 22

20 ― 26

6 ― 11

6 ― 12

10 ― 16

12 ― 18

5-5-5 ― 21

7-7-7 ― 27

5-5-5 ― 21

7-7-7 ― 27

6-6 1 18

0 3.4

2.6 2.4

10 6-6 1 19

11 8-8 1 23

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.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

8-8 1 22

3.4 3.4

2. SPECIFICATIONS

No.

No. of holes

in button

Pattern

No. of

threads

No. of

crossover

stitches

No. of

stitches

6-6 0 24

8-8 0 28

10-10 0 32

12-12 0 36

6-5 1 17

Sewing size (mm)

X Y

16 6-5 1 18

8-7 1 21

17 8-7 1 22

30 10-9 1 26

6-6 1 18

3.4 3.4

18 6-6 1 19

8-8 1 22

19 8-8 1 23

10-10 1 26

31 10-10 1 27

45 12-12 1 31

6-6 0 24

8-8 0 28

10-10 0 32

*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.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

2. SPECIFICATIONS

No.

*3*4

*3*5

*3*4

*3*5

No. of holes

in button

Pattern

No. of

threads

No. of

crossover

stitches

No. of

stitches

Sewing size (mm)

X Y

6-6 1 18 3.4

6-6 1 19

10-10 1 27

6-6 0 24

3.4

2.4

6-6 0 24

10-10 0 32

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

6 12

No. of

stitches

Sewing size (mm)

X Y

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 upper shaft motor may overheat and the “E150” error code may be generated.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

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 57 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.

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 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.

• 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.

2453B

11KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

3. INSTALLATION

3-2. Installing the control box

2280B

Remove the six 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 [4 pcs]

3-3. Installing the oiler

Center

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 [2pcs] (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

12 KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

3-4. Installing the machine head

Pulse motor

Solenoid

Approx. 20mm

3753B

3. INSTALLATION

(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 or the solenoid, otherwise it may damage the pulse motor or solenoid.

(4) Hinge holders [2 pcs] (5) Bolts [4 pcs] (6) Plain washers [4 pcs] (7) Spring washers [4 pcs] (8) Nuts [4 pcs] (9) Rubber cushions [3 pcs] (10) Collars [3 pcs] (11) Plain washers [3 pcs] (12) Screws [3 pcs] (13) Felt (14) Oil tube

Pass the felt (13) and the oil tube (14) through the hole in the dust oiler support (15) into the oiler (16).

3740B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

3. INSTALLATION

3741B

1. Remove the two screws (17), and

then temporarily remove the machine head switch (18).

2. Use the two screws (17) which were

removed to install the machine head switch (18) in the position shown in the illustration.

3. 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 “3-14. Checking the machine head switch”.

3-5. Installing the operation panel

2286B

(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]

14 KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

3-6. Installing the cotton stand

3-7. Installing the button tray (BE-438FX II)

3636M

4410Q

3. INSTALLATION

(1) Cotton stand

NOTE:

Securely tighten the nut (4) so that the two rubber cushions (2) and the washer (3) are securely clamped and so that the cotton stand (1) does not move.

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

3-8. 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.

CAUTION

(1) Eye guard assembly (2) Screws [2 pcs]

2287B

15KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

3. INSTALLATION

3-9. Connecting the cords

2288B

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 white arrow and pass the cord bundle through the opening.

4. Securely connect the connectors as

indicated in the table below.

(Refer to following page.)

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.

(Continued on next page.)

16 KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

3. INSTALLATION

Lock the cord clamp securely.

2289B

X pulse motor encoder [5-pin] White P17 (X-ENC) (2) Y pulse motor encoder [5-pin] Blue P18 (Y-ENC) (2) Work clamp pulse motor encoder [5-pin] Blac Thread nipper pulse motor encoder [5-pin]Red P20 (T-ENC) (2) Machine head switch [3-pin] P14 (HEAD-SW) (2) Machine head memory [6-pin] P16 (HEAD-M) (2) Thread trimmer solenoid [6-pin] P2 (SOL1) (1) Digital tension [4-pin] /Tension release solenoid [4-pin] Thread nipper pulse motor [4-pin] Red P4 (TPM) (1)

pulse motor [4-pin] White P21 (XPM) (1) pulse motor [4-pin] Blue P22 (YPM) (1)

Work clamp pulse motor [4-pin] Blac

Connectors

Connection location on

main P. C. board

Cord clamp

cable tie

P19 (P-ENC) (2)

P3 (SOL2) (1)

P23 (PPM) (1)

NOTE: Route the X, Y and work clamp pulse motor harnesses so that they do not touch the power supply P.C. board.

Press the tab.

(Continued on next page.)

17KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

3. INSTALLATION

2290B

Lock the cord clamps (2) and (4) securely.

Connectors

Connection location on

motor P. C. board

Cord clamps

Upper shaft motor [4-pin] （UVW） (4) Synchronizer [10-pin] P11（SYNC） (2) (3) Operation panel [4-pin] P3 (PANEL) (2) (3)

5. Close the cord presser plate (2) in the direction of the white 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.

2291B

18 KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

3-10. Connecting the ground wire

CAUTION

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.

(1) Ground wire from the machine head (Ground mark position)

* The recommended tightening torque for the ground screws is 1.0±0.1 N･m.

NOTE:

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

3. INSTALLATION

3742B

19KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

3. INSTALLATION

3-11. Installing the rear cover

(1) Rear cover (2) Screws [4 pcs]

NOTE:

Be careful not to clamp the cords when installing the rear cover (1).

3754B

20 KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

3-12. Lubrication

Do not connect the power cord until lubrication has been completed, otherwise the machine may operate if the foot switch is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury.

CAUTION

・ 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 <Nippon Oil 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. Hold the base of the nozzle of the accessory oil tank (1), and use scissors to cut about half-way along the straight section (A) of the nozzle.

2. Loosen and remove the nozzle, and then remove the seal (2).

3. Tighten the nozzle.

4. Open the oil feeding pocket cover (3).

5. Insert the nozzle of the oil tank (1) deeply into the oil feeding pocket (4), and then add lubricating oil.

6. Check that the oil level is between the upper reference line and the lower reference line in the oil gauge window (5).

NOTE:

• When the oil level drops below the lower reference line in the

oil gauge window, be sure to add more oil. If the oil level drops below the lower reference line, problems with operation of the sewing machine such as seizing may occur.

• Do not add oil so that the oil level goes above the upper

reference line, otherwise the oil may spill out when the machine head is tilted back

Upper reference line

Lower reference line

3. INSTALLATION

(Continued on next page.)

2294B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

3. INSTALLATION

2381B

2454B

7. Pour oil in through the two holes of the shuttle race base assembly so that the felt (6) is lightly moistened.

NOTE:

• The two pieces of felt (6) should normally project by 0 to 0.5

mm from the hook race. Be careful not to push in the felt (6) when lubricating.

• If there is no more oil on the felt (6) of the shuttle race base

assembly, problems with sewing may result.

If using the needle cooler (option) (1), fill it with silicon oil.

3-13. Connecting the power cord

CAUTION

e sure to connect the ground. If the ground connection is not secure, you run a high risk of receiving a serious electric

hock, and problems with correct operation may also occur.

Control box

Leg

Connect cords that match the voltage specifications.

(1) Filter box (2) Screws [4 pcs] (3) Staples [7 pcs] (4) Power cord

1. Attach an appropriate switch and cable to the power cord (4). (The green and yellow wire is the ground wire.)

2. Insert the power plug into a properly-grounded electrical outlet.

NOTE:

• Take care when tapping in the staples

(3) to make sure that they do not pierce the cords.

• Do not use extension cords, otherwise

machine operation problems may result.

Green and yellow wire (ground wire)

22 KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

2353B

Operator

Green and yellow wire (ground wire)

4145M

2347B

3. INSTALLATION

<200 V system>

(1) Power switch (2) Wood screws [2 pcs]

(3) 3-pin power supply connector (4) Power cord (5) Staples [5 pcs]

1. Attach an appropriate plug to the power cord (4). (The green and yellow wire is the ground wire.)

2. Insert the power plug into a properly-grounded electrical outlet.

NOTE:

• Take care when tapping in the staples

(5) to make sure that they do not pierce the cords.

• Do not use extension cords, otherwise

machine operation problems may result.

3. Use the six screws to tighten the cover of the control box. Check that none of the cords are being clamped by the cover at this time.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

3. INSTALLATION

Operator

Green and yellow wire (ground wire)

<100 V / 400 V system>

(1) Power switch (2) Wood screws [2 pcs]

4145

2348

(3) Transformer box (4) Transformer box plates [2 pcs] (5) Screws [with washer] [4 pcs] (6) 3-pin power supply connector (7) Staples [6 pcs] (8) Cord clamps [2 pcs] (9) Power cord

1. Attach an appropriate plug to the power cord (9). (The green and yellow wire is the ground wire.)

2. Insert the power plug into a properly-grounded electrical outlet.

* The inside of the control box uses

single-phase power.

NOTE:

• If the ground connection is not secure,

electric shocks, operating errors or damage to electronic components such as P.C. boards may occur.

• Take care when tapping in the staples

(7) to make sure that they do not pierce the cords.

• Do not use extension cords, otherwise

machine operation problems may result.

3. Use the six screws to tighten the cover of the control box. Check that none of the cords are being clamped by the cover at this time.

2351B

24 KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

3-14. Checking the machine head switch

1. Turn on the power switch.

2. Check that no error numbers appear on the operation panel.

If the machine head switch (1) is not turned on, error [E050], [E051] or [E055] will occur.

Use the screw (2) to adjust the installation position of the machine head switch as shown in the illustration.

2295B

3-15. Starting up

4421Q

1. Turn on the power switch.

3. INSTALLATION

The POWER indicator (3) will illuminate, and the model name will appear in the tension value display (4) and the specifications will appear in the section No. display (5).

2346B

2nd step

2339B

Specifications Displa

Medium-weight

materials

Heavy-weight

materials

Knitted materials [ - 0K]

Light-weight

materials

After this, the program number will flash in the program No. display (6).

2. Depress the foot switch (7) to the 2nd step. The feed mechanism will move to the home position and the work clamp / button clamp will rise.

[ - 03]

[ - 05]

[ - 01]

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING

4-1. Installing the needle

CAUTION

Turn off the power switch before installing the needle, otherwise the machine may operate if the foot switch is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury.

2300B

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).

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.)

[When using the needle cooler (option)]

[Two holes] Spun rayon yarn

[One hole]

Synthetic thread

pprox. 40mm

26 KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

3755B

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.

Ending threading mode

All indicators switch off

THREAD/CLAMP indicator flashes

Menu indicators switch off

THREAD/CLAMP indicator switches off

Turn on the power switch.

Press the THREAD/CLAMP key.

• The work clamp /button clamp will lower.

Press the THREAD/CLAMP key.

• The work clamp/button clamp will return to where it was before threading mode was started.

4421Q

2340B 2389B

2390B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING

4-3. Winding the lower thread

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

CAUTION

3756B

3757B

3172B

3173B

Case A

Case B

2341B

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 foot switch to the second step. The feed

mechanism will move to the home position.

5. Check that the needle is not touching the work clamp/button

clamp, and then while pressing the ENTER key (3), depress the foot switch to the second step.

6. Release the ENTER 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 ENTER key (3), winding will start again.)

7. 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.

8. 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).

If the thread winds onto the bobbin unevenly

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

clockwise (a), and for case B, turn it counterclockwise (b).

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4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING

4-4. Installing the bobbin case

CAUTION

Turn off the power switch before installing the bobbin case, otherwise the machine may operate if the foot switch is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury.

4433Q

1. Pull the shuttle race cover (1) downward to open it.

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

3. Pass the thread through the slot (2) and pull it out from the thread hole (3).

4. Check that the bobbin turns in the direction of the arrow when the thread is pulled.

5. Pass the thread through the lever thread hole (4), and then pull out approximately 30 mm of thread.

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

2534Q

30mm

2535Q

4-5. Thread tension

4-5-1. Lower thread tension

weaker stronger

Adjust the thread tension to the weakest possible tension by turning the thread tension nut (1) until the bobbin case will not drop by its own weight while the thread end coming out of the bobbin case is held.

2536Q

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING

–

4-5-2. Upper thread tension

Stronger

Weaker

3758B

Use the digital tension or the tension nut (2) to adjust the tension as appropriate for the material being sewn. (Refer to "Setting the tension value".)

Furthermore, turn the tension nut (1) (sub-tension) to adjust the upper thread trailing length to 35 - 40 mm.

Setting the tension value <For KE-430FX II and BE-438FX II>

Press the

key (2) or the key (3) to change the tension value (4). * The tension value which has been set will be applied the

next time sewing is carried out.

2345B

[Reference thread tension]

KE-430FX II･FS II

Use

Medium-weight

materials (-03)

Upper thread #50 or equivalent

Lower thread #50 or equivalent

Upper thread tension (N) [Tension value] *

Lower thread tension

(N)

Knitted wea

(-0K)

#60 or

equivalent

#80 or

equivalent

0.8 - 1.2

[80 - 120]*2

0.2 - 0.3 0.2 - 0.3

Ligh

-weight

materials (-01)

#60 or

equivalent

#60 or

equivalent

Heavy-weight

materials (-05)

#30 or equivalent #60 or equivalent

#50 or equivalent #60 or equivalent

1.2

1.8

[70 - 130]*

Pre-tension (N) 0.05 - 0.3 0.1 - 0.4

2382B

2383B

BE-438FX II

0.5 - 1.2

[50 - 150]*2

Needle DP x 5 #14 DP x 5 #9 DP x 5 #14 DP x 17NY #19 DP x 17NY #12

*1: For KE-430FX II and BE-438FX II. *2: This is the tension value when the pretension is 0.05 N.

30 KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

[Guide to maximum sewing speed for KE-430FX II･FS II]

4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING

Use

Standard hook Large hook

8 layers of denim 3,200 2,500

12 layers of denim 2,700

Ordinary materials 2,700 2,500

For knitted materials and

light-weight materials

NOTE:

The thread may break due to heat under some sewing conditions. If this happens, reduce the sewing speed, or use the needle cooler (option).

Max. sewing speed (sti/min)

2,500

4-6. Thread nipper device <KE-430FX II -03, -0K, -01>

This is used to stop the thread from pulling out at the sewing start, and at times when skipped stitches might easily occur. The thread nipper device operates when memory switch no. 500 is set to "ON". However, some limitations apply. Refer to "6-2. List of memory switches" for details. * The default setting for this memory switch is "OFF".

[Notes on use]

1. When using the thread nipper device, turn the tension

nut (1) (sub-tension) to adjust the upper thread trailing length to 35 - 38 mm.

* Adjust the upper thread trailing length to less than 40

mm after replacing the upper thread also.

3759B

4475Q

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

2. If the upper thread trailing length is 40 mm or more, or if

the upper thread tension is weak and the upper thread does not form a good seam at the first stitch, the end of the thread that is being held by the thread nipper may become wound around the seam. Furthermore, if using thick thread that is #30 or higher or if the thread trailing length is too long, an error [E691] may occur. In any of these cases, use scissors to cut the thread without pulling it up too hard.

4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING

3. For sewing patterns with a short bar tack length (10 mm

or less), the end of the thread that is being held by the

(Front)

thread nipper may poke out from the seam on the underside of the material. It is recommended that you change the thread nipper setting to "OFF" for patterns such as these.

4. If error [E690] or [E691] frequently occurs, remove the

needle plate and remove any thread scraps from underneath the needle plate.

(Back)

Upper thread

4487Q

5. With the KE-430FX II, the lower thread may poke out from the underside of the material on the 2nd stitch for some types of material and thread. If this happens, it is recommended that you use sewing patterns that are designed for use with the thread nipper device. Refer to "2-2. List of sewing patterns (KE-430FX II･FS II)" for details of the sewing patterns.

Specifications Standard pattern No.

For medium-weight

materials (-03)

For heavy-weight materials

(-05)

For knitted wear (-0K)

For light-weight materials (-01)

Pattern No. for

thread nipper device 1 65 4 66 5 67 8 68

13 69 15 70 20 71 21 72

2 78 3 79 6 80

14 81 16 82 17 83 18 84 19 85

7 73 9 74

22 75 31 76 32 77

32 KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

4-7. Inserting the button (BE-438FX II)

1. Press the button clamp plate cam (1) to open the button clamp (2).

2. Insert the button, making sure that the button is facing the directing shown in the illustration, then release the button clamp plate cam (1).

3760B

4-8. Adjusting the button clamp (BE-438FX II)

1. Insert the button in the button clamp, and then confirm

0.5 - 1.0mm

3761B

that the button is securely held by the clamp and that the button can be turned by hand.

2. Loosen the shoulder screw (1), while the button is held by the clamp. Move the adjusting plate (2) so that the space between the adjusting plate (2) and screw (3) is approximately 0.5 - 1.0 mm, then tighten the shoulder screw (1).

4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING

4-9. Installing the accessory spring (BE-438FX II)

If you would like the button to be raised up more after it is sewn, install the accessory spring.

1. Install the spring support (1) with the bolt (2).

2. Install the spring (3) with the washer (4) and the screw (5).

* Adjust so that the spring (3) is in the middle of the

button.

3762B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

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

(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 switch to test mode, or it can be used in combination with other keys to switch to other setting modes.

(5) TEST indicator

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

(6) THREAD/CLAMP key

Used to switch to threading mode.

(7) THREAD/CLAMP indicator

This illuminates when the work clamp/button clamp is switched in threading mode or by using the SELECT key (14).

(8) PATTERN No. indicator

Illuminates when the SELECT key (14) is pressed to switch to the pattern number.

(9) X-SCALE indicator

Illuminates when the SELECT key (14) is pressed to switch to the X-scale setting.

(10) Y-SCALE indicator

Illuminates when the SELECT key (14) is pressed to switch to the Y-scale setting.

2395B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

(11) SPEED indicator

Illuminates when the SELECT key (14) is pressed to switch to the sewing speed setting.

(12) COUNTER indicator

Illuminates when the SELECT key (14) is pressed to switch to the lower thread or production counter setting.

(13) SPLIT No. indicator

Illuminates when the SELECT key (14) is pressed to show the split setting when split data (for specifying a pause while the

program is running) exists.

(14) SELECT key

Used to switch the menu display (pattern No., X-scale and Y-scale, sewing speed, work clamp/button clamp lift amount,

counter).

(15) PROGRAM No. display

This shows information such as program numbers.

(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 PROGRAM No. display (15).

(18) Setting keys

Used to change the value which is displayed in the menu display (16).

(19) TENSION key

Used to switch to tension correction value display mode.

(20) TENSION indicator

Illuminates when in tension correction value display mode.

(21) SECTION No. display

Shows the section number when you select a pattern in which the upper thread tension changes while the pattern is being

sewn.

(22) TENSION display <For KE-430FX II and BE-438FX II>

Shows the upper thread tension value.

(23) Setting keys [+, -]

Used to change the value which is displayed in the SECTION No. display (21).

(24) Setting keys [ ]

Used to change the value which is displayed in the TENSION display (22).

(25) ENTER key

Used to accept the values which are displayed in places such as the menu display (16).

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

Used to directly select program numbers and cycle program numbers.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

5-2. Program setting method

Patterns, X-scale, Y-scale, sewing speed, slow start pattern and upper thread tension can be recorded into programs. When a program number is selected, the program which has been set for that number can then be sewn. Program numbers 1 to 89 (1 to 64 for the 438FX II) have patterns preprogrammed into the program numbers with the same numbers as the pattern numbers, and these pattern numbers cannot be changed. All items in program numbers 200 to 999 can be set as desired by the user.

Switch to program mode.

While pressing the TEST key, press the SELECT key.

TEST indicator flashes, PTRN No. indicator illuminates

Select the program number that you would like to

change the parameters for.

For example, program

number 200

Restrictions due to program numbers selected

Program No.

1 to 89 (430FX II･FS II),

1 to 64 (438FX II)

Pattern selection

Not possible Can be recorded as desired operation Patterns that can be recorded

(If program number 200 to 999 is selected)

Record a pattern.

Patterns with same number as program

number already recorded

・ The program number will be displayed in the

PROGRAM No. display, and “Ptno” will be displayed in the menu display.

・ If a pattern has been recorded in a program, the number

for that pattern will be displayed in the TENSION display, and if no pattern has been recorded, “—“ will be displayed.

Press the or key to set the program number that you would like to record.

・ Program numbers 1 to 89 (1 to 64 for the 438FX II) have

the following restrictions. If you would like to create your own programs using sewing patterns, use program numbers 200 to 999.

2398B

200 to 999

All patterns recorded in the sewing machine

Press the

or key to change the pattern number,

and then press the ENTER key to apply the change.

2396B 2397B

2400B

・ The setting ranges for other items will vary in

accordance with the pattern which is recorded, so record the pattern first.

・ If “---“ is recorded as the pattern number, that particular

program will no longer have anything recorded.

・ If the display is flashing, it means that no pattern number

has been entered and applied. If you press the SELECT

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

2399B

key or the TEST key, the changes to the program contents will be canceled.

Select the item to be changed.

Pattern Æ X-scale Æ Y-scale Æ Sewing speed Æ Slow start patternÆ Upper thread tension

Change the setting for the parameter.

(Refer to “List of parameters” on the next page for details on parameter changes. ）

5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

Press the SELECT key.

・ The selected parameter changes in the order shown in

the illustration below each time the SELECT key is pressed.

Press the setting.

・ The flashing display means that the parameter setting

has not yet been applied.

・ You can make the initial setting appear in the display

by pressing the RESET key.

or key to change the parameter

2401B

2382B 2383B

Apply the changed parameter setting.

Repeat steps 4 to 6 above to record the settings for each parameter.

If you would like to continue setting another program, repeat steps 2 to 7 above.

Exit program mode.

2404B

TEST indicator switches off

2402B

2403B

Press the ENTER key.

・ The display will change from flashing to illuminated,

and this means that the setting has been applied.

・ If you press the SELECT key or the TEST key without

pressing the ENTER key, you can cancel the parameter changes.

Press the TEST key.

・The display will return to the normal display.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

Parameter Setting range and initial value Display

[For program numbers 1 to 89 (1 to 64 for the 438FX II)] The setting cannot be changed.

Pattern

[For program numbers 200 to 999] “---“, 1 to 89 (1 to 64 for the 438FX II), additional recorded pattern numbers.

Initial value

X-scale

20% - 200% (Limited by available sewing area.)

(Initial value is 100%.)

* The setting can be displayed in “mm” units by

setting memory switch No. 402 to “ON”.

2405B

Y-scale

Sewing

speed

20% - 200% (Limited by available sewing area.)

(Initial value is 100%.)

* The setting can be displayed in “mm” units by

setting memory switch No. 402 to “ON”.

430FX II･FS II: 200 sti/min to 3200 sti/min 438FX II: 200 sti/min to 2700 sti/min Setting units are 100 sti/min.

(Initial value is 2000 sti/min.)

* The setting is displayed in units of 10 sti/min.

For a setting of 2000 sti/min, the display will be “200”.)

Initial value

2406B

Initial value

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KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

Parameter Setting range and initial value Display

Lo1-Lo9 (Initial values: 430FX II･FS II: Lo8,

438FX II: Lo7)

The starting-up speed at the sewing start can be adjusted.

* The smaller the number, the slower the start. * This is used to stop the thread from pulling

out at the sewing start, and at times when skipped stitches might easily occur.

Initial value

Slow start

pattern

430FX II･FS II: Medium-weight materials (-03), knitted wear (-0K), light-weight materials (-01)

Sewing speed

for 1st stitch

Sewing speed

for 2nd stitch

Sewing speed

for 3rd stitch

Sewing speed

for 4th stitch

430FX II･FS II: Heavy-weight materials (-05)

Sewing speed

for 1st stitch

Sewing speed

for 2nd stitch

Sewing speed

for 3rd stitch

Sewing speed

for 4th stitch

438FX II

Sewing speed

for 1st stitch

Sewing speed

for 2nd stitch

Sewing speed

for 3rd stitch

Sewing speed

for 4th stitch

* The speed will not be faster than the sewing speed which has been set. * The thread nipper device will not operate for settings other than Lo8 and Lo9.

Lo1 Lo2 Lo3 Lo4 Lo5 Lo6 Lo7 Lo8 Lo9

200 200 300 400 400 400 400 800 1500

200 300 400 400 500 600 800 1200 3000

300 400 500 600 800 800 1200 2500 3200

500 600 700 900 1200 1200 2500 3200 3200

(sti/min)

Lo1 Lo2 Lo3 Lo4 Lo5 Lo6 Lo7 Lo8 Lo9

200 200 300 400 400 400 800 1500 1500

200 300 400 400 600 800 1200 2000 3000

300 400 500 600 800 1200 2500 2500 3200

500 600 700 900 1200 2500 3200 3200 3200

(sti/min)

Lo1 Lo2 Lo3 Lo4 Lo5 Lo6 Lo7 Lo8 Lo9

200 200 300 300 300 400 400 400 400

200 200 300 300 400 400 400 600 900

300 300 300 400 400 400 600 900 1500

300 400 400 400 400 400 900 2000 2000

(sti/min)

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Upper thread

tension

<For

KE-430FX II

and

BE-438FX II>

0 - 300 (Initial setting is “75”.)

* The later the value, the stronger the upper

thread tension.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

Initial value

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5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

5-3. Copying programs

To create a program with parameters that are almost exactly the same as those of another program, you can copy the original program and change just the parts which need to be changed.

Select the program number to be used for creating

the new program.

For example, to create program number 300:

Switch to program copy mode.

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Carry out steps 1 and 2 in “5-2. Program setting method” to select the program number to be used for creating the new program.

• Select a program number from 200 to 999.

While pressing the F1 key (1), press the F4 key (2).

• “CoPy” will be displayed in the menu display, “PG”

will be displayed in the SECTION No. display, and the number of the program containing the original data will be displayed in the TENSION display.

Select the program containing the original data.

For example, to copy program number 12:

Copy the program.

• The displays will not appear in this way unless a

program number from 200 to 999 has been selected as the new program number.

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Press the the program containing the original data.

or key (3) to change the number of

• The value in the TENSION display will flash.

• If you press the RESET key, you can cancel the copy

operation and return to program mode.

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Press the ENTER key.

• All parameters in the program will be copied, and the

sewing machine will then return to the status in step 3 of “5-2. Program setting method”.

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Change the necessary parameters.

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Carry out the steps from step 4 onward in “5-2. Program setting method” to change the necessary parameters.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

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5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

5-4. Checking the sewing pattern (KE-430FX II･FS II)

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

1. Press the TEST key.

• The number of stitches remaining until the final stitch

TEST indicator lights

For example, program

number 2

Program No. flashes Æ illuminates

Start continuous test feed mode.

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[Test interrupt mode]

TEST indicator flashes

[Paused sewing standby mode]

TEST indicator switches off

Once the test feed reaches the final stitch, the work

clamp stops moving.

2nd step

・ If you press the

move forward by one stitch, and if you press the clamp will move back by one stitch. (It will move quicker if you keep the key pressed down.)

・ If you press the RESET key, the work clamp will return to the sewing

start position.

will be displayed in the menu display.

2. Press the that you would like to check.

If the PROGRAM No. display is flashing, depress the foot switch to the 2nd step. ・ The feed mechanism will move to the home position

and the program number will change from flashing to illuminated.

Depress the foot switch to the 2nd step and then release it. ・ The work clamp will start moving continuously one

stitch at a time. (The stitch number display will be decremented by one stitch at a time.)

・ The TEST indicator will flash.

[Fast-forward test mode]

If you depress the foot switch to the 1st step while the work clamp is moving, the feeding speed will become faster while the foot switch is being depressed.

If you would like the work clamp to stop moving, press the TEST key. ・ When the foot switch is depressed to the 2nd step,

the work clamp will start moving again.

If you would like sewing to resume from the point where it was paused, press the TEST key while test feeding is paused to switch off the TEST indicator. ・ When you depress the foot switch to the 2nd step,

sewing will start.

key (2) while in this mode, the work clamp will

Press the TEST key.

or key (1) to set the program number

2nd step

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key (3), the work

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TEST indicator switches off

1st step

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

Depress the foot switch to the 1st step. The work clamp will rise and the preparation for sewing will be completed.

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5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

5-5. Checking the sewing pattern (BE-438FX II)

Use test feed mode to check the needle movement with only the button clamp operating.

TEST indicator lights

For example, program

number 2

Press the TEST key. ・ The number of stitches remaining until the final stitch

will be displayed in the menu display.

2. Press the

or key (1) to set the program number

that you would like to check.

If the PROGRAM No. display is flashing, depress the foot switch to the 2nd step. ・ The feed mechanism will move to the home position

and the program number will change from flashing to

illuminated.

2nd step

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Program No. flashes Æ illuminates

Set the button. (Refer to “4-7. Inserting the button”.)

Start single-stitch test feed mode.

2nd step

Depress the foot switch to the 2nd step and then release it.

・ The button clamp will move by one stitch only. ・ The TEST indicator will flash.

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After this, the button clamp will move forward by one stitch each time you depress the foot switch to the 1st step. Turn the pulley by hand each time the button clamp moves by one stitch, and check whether the needle drops into the hole of the button without touching the button. (If you turn the machine pulley one full rotation in the direction of sewing machine operation at this time, the button clamp will move forward by one stitch when the needle bar is near the needle up position.) In addition, when the foot switch is depressed to the 2nd step, the button clamp will move continuously by 1 stitch at a time as long as the foot switch is kept depressed.

[Paused sewing standby mode]

2nd step

TEST indicator switches off

TEST indicator flashes

・ If you press the

move forward by one stitch, and if you press the clamp will move back by one stitch. (It will move quicker if you keep the key pressed down.)

・ If you would like to start single-stitch test feed once more, press the

TEST key so that the TEST indicator flashes.

・ If you press the RESET key, the button clamp will return to the sewing

start position.

sewing will start.

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key (1) while in this mode, the button clamp will

key (2), the button

End test feeding.

Press the TEST key.

Depress the foot switch to the 1st step.

The button clamp will be raised and preparation for sewing will be complete.

1st step

TEST indicator switches off

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KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

5-6. Correcting the upper thread tension <For KE-430FX II and BE-438FX II>

The upper thread tension value is always displayed during sewing standby mode, and it can be changed at any time.

<A. Basic method of use>

The changes made at this time will be reflected in each program, so this is a useful way of changing programs while checking actual

sewing.

1. Press the

or key (1) to change the value in the

TENSION display (2). ・ The upper thread tension value which is set will be

applied the next time sewing is carried out.

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<B. Overall correction>

This function is useful if you would like to change the tension values for all programs at once.

1. Press the TENSION key.

・ The TENSION indicator will illuminate. ・ The overall correction value will be displayed in the

TENSION display.

2. Press the

or key (1) to change the overall

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correction value in the TENSION display. ・ The upper thread tension value which is set will be

applied the next time sewing is carried out.

* The upper thread tension which matches the overall

correction value which has been set for the upper thread tension will be applied during sewing, regardless of whether the TENSION indicator is illuminated or switched off.

(In this case, the setting value of “76” which was set in <A.

Basic method of use> has the setting value of “5” added to it in <B. Overall correction> so that the upper thread tension applied will be “81”. )

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KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

6-1. Setting memory switches

Change the mode to memory switch setting mode.

Menu indicator switches off, TEST indicator flashes

Select the memory switch that you would like to change

the setting for.

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

All indicators switch off

While pressing the TEST key, press the TENSION key.

・ The memory switch number will be displayed in the

PROGRAM No. display and the setting value for that

number will be displayed in the menu display.

Press the or key to select the memory switch number.

While pressing the SELECT key, press the (1). ・ The numbers of memory switches that have been

changed from default settings will appear in order.

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or key

Change the memory switch parameters.

Apply the changed parameter setting.

Repeat steps 2 to 4 above to set each memory switch.

Exit setting mode.

TEST indicator switches off

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

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Press the or key to change the setting value.

・ The flashing display means that the setting has not yet been

applied.

・ You can make the initial setting appear in the display by

pressing the RESET key.

Press the ENTER key.

・ The menu display will change from flashing to

illuminated, and this means that the parameter setting has been applied.

・ If you press the

without pressing the ENTER key, you can cancel the

parameter changes.

Press the TEST key. ・ The changes will be memorized and the sewing

machine will switch to home position detection standby.

or key (1) or the TEST key

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6-2. List of memory switches

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

No.

001

100

200

300

401

402

404

405

406

Setting

range

Work clamp/button clamp lift timing when sewing is complete

OFF Does not lift automatically.

1 Lifts at the final stitch position. 2 Lifts after moving to the home position.

Sewing start speed

The sewing speed for the first 1 - 5 stitches is set by memory switch nos. 151 -

OFF

Single-stitch test feed

OFF

Production counter display

ON Production counter display

Button hole distance display (*2)

ON X-scale and Y-scale will be displayed as button hole distances (mm).

X-scale/Y-scale mm display (*3)

ON Displayed as mm.

Display for program numbers 1 to 89 (1 to 64 for BE-438FX II)

OFF

Cycle program numbers (C01 to C30)

OFF

Program numbers switched by F keys

155. (Refer to the Service Manual for details of memory switch nos. 151 - 155.) The speed increases slowly. The slow start pattern can be selected in program mode.

Test feed starts when the foot switch is depressed, and it continues automatically until the final stitch. Test feeding is carried out stitch by stitch when the foot switch is 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.

Program numbers 1 to 89 (1 to 64 for the BE-438FX II) are skipped during program number selection operations so that these numbers cannot be selected. (*4) Program numbers 1 to 89 (1 to 64 for the BE-438FX II) are displayed during program number selection operations.

Cycle program numbers are skipped during program number selection operations so that these numbers cannot be selected. Cycle program numbers are displayed during program number selection operations.

When the F1 to F4 keys are pressed, operation switches to program numbers 1 to

4. When the F1 to F4 keys are pressed, operation switches to program numbers 201 to 204. When the F1 to F4 keys are pressed, operation switches to cycle program numbers C01 to C04. When the F1 to F4 keys are pressed, operation switches to the program number which has been pre-assigned to the respective key.

Assignment to F1 key: Memory switch No. 407 Assignment to F2 key: Memory switch No. 408 Assignment to F3 key: Memory switch No. 409 Assignment to F4 key: Memory switch No. 410

Setting items Default

OFF OFF Lower thread counter display

OFF OFF X-scale and Y-scale will be displayed as pattern outer dimensions (mm).

OFF OFF Displayed as %.

*1: OFF for KE-430FX II･FS II and ON for BE-438FX II. *2: The setting is enabled when memory switch No. 402 is set to “ON” and (for the BE-438FX II) when pattern No. 1 to No. 64

(button hole data) is selected. *3: The mm display may differ slightly from the actual sewing size. *4: If none of program numbers 200 to 999 or cycle program numbers C01 to C30 have been programmed, this setting is

invalid. (Operation occurs as though the setting is ‘ON’.)

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

No. Setting range Setting items Default

Assignment to F1 key

407

408

409

410

500

*5: The setting is enabled when memory switch No. 100 is set to “ON”, the slow start pattern is set to Lo8 or Lo9 and when

the sewing speed value is set to 1500 sti/min or more.

1 to 999, C01 to C30

Assignment to F2 key

1 to 999, C01 to C30

Assignment to F3 key

1 to 999, C01 to C30

Assignment to F4 key

1 to 999, C01 to C30

Thread nipper device

ON Thread nipper device can be used. (*5)

If memory switch No. 406 = 3, operation switches to the program number which has been set.

OFF OFF Disable

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

6-3. 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.

Change the mode to lower thread counter setting

mode.

While pressing the TEST key, press the

key.

Previous initial value

TEST indicator and COUNTER indicator flash

Change the initial value.

Apply the changed parameter setting.

Ending setting mode

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TEST indicator switches off

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• The initial value which was set previously will appear in the menu display.

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.

or key (1) to set the initial value.

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• If you press the RESET key, the setting will become

“0000”.

• If the value is changed, the display will change to

flashing.

Press the ENTER key.

・ The value will be applied and the display will change

to illuminated.

・ If you press the TEST key without pressing the

ENTER key, you can cancel the parameter changes.

Press the TEST key.

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If the initial value is set to other than “0”, the lower thread counter will operate. (It operates even if the lower thread counter display is not active.) If you press the SELECT key so that the COUNTER indicator illuminates, the current counter value will be displayed in the menu display (1).

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

2. If the lower thread counter becomes "0000", the menu display (1) and the COUNTER indicator (2) will flash and a buzzer will sound. 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 initial value for the lower thread counter will appear in the menu display (1) and sewing will be possible.

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* You can press the

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

* If you press the RESET key (3) for 2 seconds or more,

you can return the lower thread counter to its initial value even if the current value is not “0000”.

or key (4) to set the lower

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

6-4. Using the production counter

Change the mode to production counter setting

mode.

While pressing the TEST key, press the

key.

SPEED indicator illuminates

TEST indicator and COUNTER indicator illuminate

Change the counter value.

Apply the changed parameter setting.

Ending setting mode

For example, 1,234,500.

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・ The 7 digits of the current counter value will be

displayed in the PROGRAM No. display and the menu display.

Press the

• The counter value can be set from [000][0000] to [999][9999].

• If you press the RESET key during setting mode, the value will become [000][0000].

• If the value is changed, the display will change to flashing.

Press the ENTER key.

・ The value will be applied and the display will change

to illuminated.

・ If you press the TEST key without pressing the

ENTER key, you can cancel the parameter changes.

Press the TEST key.

or key (1) to set the counter value.

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TEST indicator switches off

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The production counter is always operating. (It operates even if the production counter display is not active.) If you press the SELECT key so that the COUNTER indicator illuminates when memory switch No. 300 is ‘ON’, the current production counter value will be displayed in the menu display (1) instead of the lower thread counter value. (The SPEED indicator will also illuminate at this time.)

1. The counter is incremented by 1 each time one sewing operation is complete. If the production counter display is active, the number being displayed in the menu display (1) will be incremented by 1.

* If you would like the digits to be displayed in all columns,

use the temporary display function described below.

* If you press the RESET key (2) for 2 seconds or more, the

counter value can be reset to [0000].

Temporary display function

・ While pressing the ENTER key, press the F1 key. The

production counter will be displayed as 7 digits while the keys are being pressed.

・ While pressing the ENTER key, press the F2 key. The

lower thread counter will be displayed while the keys are being pressed.

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KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

6-5. Using cycle programs

Sewing patterns that have been recorded in user programs can be recorded in up to 30 cycle programs (C01 to C30). One cycle program can contain up to a maximum of 50 steps (St1 to St50). When sewing the sewing patterns in a certain order, it can be useful to record them in a cycle program beforehand.

Switch to cycle program recording mode.

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Select a cycle program number.

TEST indicator flashes

While pressing the TEST key, press the

・ The cycle program number (C01 to C30) will be

displayed in the PROGRAM No. display, the step number (St1 to St50) will be displayed in the menu display, and the program number will be displayed in the TENSION display.

・ If no program has been recorded for a step, ‘---‘ will

be displayed for that step.

Press the or key to select the cycle program number that you would like to use.

• ‘St 1’ will be displayed.

key (1).

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Select the program number to be recorded in step 1.

Apply the program setting.

TEST indicator flashes

Press the number to be recorded in the TENSION display (3).

・ If the value is changed, the display will change to

flashing.

・ To cancel the recording, keep the RESET key

pressed for more than 2 seconds so that ‘---‘ is displayed.

Press the ENTER key.

・ The display will change from flashing to illuminated,

and this means that the setting has been applied.

・ If you press the

the TEST key without pressing the ENTER key, you can cancel the parameter changes.

or key (2) to display the program

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/ keys (4), the / keys (5) or

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KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

Repeat steps 3 and 4 above to record step 2 and

subsequent steps in the same way.

If you would like to continue setting another cycle program, repeat steps 2 to 5 above.

End cycle program recording mode.

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TEST indicator switches off

Press the you would like to record in the menu display (6).

Press the TEST key.

This completes the recording of cycle programs.

or key (5) to display the step number

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

When a cycle program has been recorded, the cycle program number is displayed after the program number when a program number is selected.

1. Press the or key (1) to select the cycle program

number that you would like to use.

・ The order of displays is as follows.

Program No.

(1 – 89 (*1) )

key

key key

key

Program parameter for step 1

Program No.

(200 – 999 (*2) )

Cycle program No.

(C01 – C30 (*2) )

*1: 1 to 64 for the 438FX II

Step No.

*2: Only the numbers which have been recorded are

displayed.

・ The cycle program number is displayed in the

PROGRAM No. display, the step number is displayed in the TENSION display, and the parameter for that step is displayed in the menu display (2).

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・ When you press the SELECT key, the menu display (2)

and the menu indicator (3) are switched, so that you can check the program parameters for that step.

2. Carry out sewing while referring to “7. Sewing”.

・ The recorded programs are carried out in the order of

the steps, and when the last step is completed, sewing returns to the first step.

・ If you press the

or key, you can return to the

previous step or skip to the next step respectively. (You

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do not need to carry out home position detection again.)

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KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

The range of programs that can be selected and the order of the displays may change depending on the memory switch

settings.

Memory switch

Range of programs and display order

Program No.

200 – 999 (*2)

Program No.

200 – 999 (*2)

Program No.

200 – 999 (*2)

Program No.

200 – 999 (*2)

(Initial setting)

Program No.

1 – 89 (*1)

Program No.

1 – 89 (*1)

Program No. (*3)

1 – 89 (*1)

*1: 1 to 64 for the 438FX II

*2: Only the numbers which have been recorded are displayed.

*3: Only when program numbers 200 to 999 have not been recorded.

Cycle program No.

C01 – C30 (*2)

Cycle program No.

C01 – C30 (*2)

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

6-6. Direct selection

You can use the function keys to directly select program numbers and cycle program numbers. However, if a program number has nothing recorded, it will not be displayed.

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The parameters which can be selected will vary depending on the memory switch settings.

406＝0 (Initial setting)

Program No.1

Program No.2

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Program No.3

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406＝1

Program No.201

Program No.202

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Program No.203

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406＝2

Program No.C01

Program No.C02

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Program No.C03

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Program No.4

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Program No.204

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Program No.C04

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406＝3

Item specified by memory switch No.407

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Item specified by memory switch No.408

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Item specified by memory switch No.409

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Item specified by memory switch No.410

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KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

6-7. Resetting all settings to their defaults

If the sewing machine stops operating normally, the cause may be that an incorrect setting may have been made for the memory data by means of memory switches, for instance. In such cases, it may be possible to restore normal operation by following the steps given below to initialize the memory setting data.

Change to initialization mode.

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(While pressing the RESET key, press the power ON switch.)

[Reference]

If the as shown below. * For details on initialization items other than “init ALL”, refer to the service manual.

‘1’ will be displayed in the PROGRAM No. display, and ‘ALL’ will be displayed in the menu display.

or key (1) is pressed at this time, you can select the items to be initialized

PROGRAM

No. display

1 「ALL」

2 *1

3 *2 Program numbers 200 to 999 are cleared. 4 「PALL 」 All programs are cleared or initialized. 5 6 「MEM」 Memory switches are initialized. 7 「PDAT」 Additional patterns are cleared.

*1: P001 and P199 are displayed alternately. *2: P200 and P999 are displayed alternately.

*3: Additional patterns will also be cleared, so check that a backup exists before

clearing them.

Press the ENTER key for two seconds or more.

• The menu display will change to illuminated and initialization will then be complete.

Press the TEST key.

Main display Initialization item

All data in memory is cleared or initialized. (*3) The values for each parameter in program No. 1 to 199 set as described in “5-2. Program setting method” are initialized.

「CYCL」

Cycle programs are cleared.

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KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

7. SEWING

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 replacing the needle and bobbin

• 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.

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.

7-1. Sewing

1st step

2nd step

CAUTION

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1. Turn on the power switch.

2. Press the program to be sewn.

3. Depress the foot switch to the 2nd step. The feed mechanism will move to the home position.

4. Set the material under the work clamp (2). (For the BE-438FX II, insert the button and place the material under the button clamp (3). (Refer to “4-7. Inserting the button”.)

5. Depress the foot switch to the 1st step. The work clamp (2) / button clamp (3) will be lowered.

6. Depress the foot switch to the 2nd step. The sewing machine will start sewing.

7. Once sewing is completed and the thread has been trimmed, the work clamp (2) / button clamp (3) will rise.

7. SEWING

or key (1) to select the number for the

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7. SEWING

7-2. Changing sewing conditions

“X-scale”, “Y-scale” and “Sewing speed” can be changed even during sewing standby. The changes made at this time will be reflected in the program, so this is a useful way of changing programs while checking actual sewing.

2450B

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 be displayed in the menu

display (4).

2. Press the ・ The program number in the PROGRAM No. display

(6) will flash.

3. Depress the foot switch to the 2nd step. ・ The work clamp will move to the sewing start

position and the program number will change from flashing to illuminated.

NOTE:

Once the setting is complete, be sure to carry out the steps in "5-4./5-5. Checking the sewing pattern" to check that the needle drop position is correct.

or key (5) to set the scale (20 - 200).

2451B

1. Press the SELECT key (1) so that the SPEED indicator (2) is illuminated. ・ The setting value (sti/min) will be displayed in the

menu display (3).

2. Press the (Sewing speed values: KE-430FX II･FS II: 200 to 3200; BE-438FX II: 200 to 2700)

* This setting cannot be made when memory switch No.

100 is set to “OFF”.

1. While the SPEED indicator (1) is illuminated and the sewing speed is being displayed in the menu display (2), press the SELECT key (3).

• The setting value will be displayed in the menu display (2).

2. Press the * Refer to the list of parameters in “5-2. Program setting

method”.

or key (4) to set the sewing speed.

or key (4) to set the slow start pattern.

2460B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II 56

8. MAINTENANCE

CAUTION

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

8-1. Cleaning the rotary hook

4461Q

8. MAINTENANCE

1. Pull the shuttle race cover downward to open it, and then remove the bobbin case.

4462Q

4482Q

2. Open the setting claw (1) in the direction indicated by the arrow, and then remove the shuttle race base (2) and the shuttle hook (3).

3. Clean all the dust and lint from around the driver (4), the

top of the shuttle race thread guide and the shuttle race.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

8. MAINTENANCE

8-2. Cleaning the control box air inlet ports

8-3. Draining the oil

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

2309B

1. Remove and empty the oiler (1) whenever it is full.

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

* Check that the felt (2) is inside the oiler (1).

8-4. Cleaning the eye guard

8-5. Checking the needle

2457B

Wipe the eye guard clean with a soft cloth.

NOTE:

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

2310B

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

8-6. Lubrication

Carry out the lubrication referring to “3-12. Lubrication”.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

2311B

8-7. Applying grease (Work clamp: KE-430FX II･FS II)

8. MAINTENANCE

Viewed from directly above

Grease

2312B

Periodically apply grease to the sliding parts of the work clamp (1) and the work clamp arm (2).

NOTE:

After replacing the work clamp (1), be sure to apply grease before using it.

* It is recommended that you use commercially-available

NIPPON OIL CORPORATION Powernoc WB 2 grease for the work clamp (1).

8-8. Applying grease (When “GREASEUP” appears)

If “GrE” and “AS.UP" flash on the PROGRAM No. display (1) and the menu display (2) respectively, and a buzzer sounds when the power switch is turned on, it means that grease needs to be applied. (The sewing machine will not operate at this time, even if the foot switch is depressed.)

Apply grease as required, while referring to the following for details.

1. Press the RESET key (3).

2. The PROGRAM No. display (1) and the menu display (2) will change to the normal displays, and sewing can be carried out by depressing the foot switch.

NOTE:

• "GrE" and "AS.UP" will continue to be displayed each time the power is turned on until grease is applied and the notification is reset by carrying out the procedure on page 62.

• If you continue to use the sewing machine after the “GrE” and “AS.UP" notification appears without applying grease (or without carrying out the reset procedure), “E100” will appear after a certain period of time and the sewing machine will be forcibly prevented from operating for safety reasons. If this happens, apply grease and carry out the reset procedure.

* If you continue to use the sewing machine after carrying out the reset procedure but without applying grease,

problems with the sewing machine may result.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

2343B

8. MAINTENANCE

Use Brother-specified “Grease unit (Except for Europe: SB1275-201, for Europe: SB6660-101)”.

1. Removing the grease assembly

1. Remove the four screws (1), and then remove the rear cover (2).

2. Remove the grease assembly (3) from inside the rear cover (2).

3763B

2. Using the tube

Use in “B. Applying grease to the rock gear shaft F”.

2313B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

3. Applying grease <A. Applying grease to the eccentric wheel>

1. Turn off the power switch.

2. Remove the four screws (1), and then remove the top cover (2).

3. Remove the screw (4) of the eccentric wheel (3).

4. Insert the grease nozzle into the hole in the eccentric

5. Check that enough grease has been applied so that it is

6. Install the screw (4).

7. Remove the bolt (6) from the eccentric wheel (3).

8. Loosen the two bolts (7), and slide the grease cover (8) in

9. Wipe away any grease which is remaining inside the

10. Insert the grease nozzle into the holes in the eccentric

3178B

11. Check that enough grease has been applied so that it is

12. Return the grease cover (8) to its original position, and

NOTE:

Securely tighten the bolt (6) and the two bolts (7). If any of these bolts are loose, grease may leak out and problems with sewing machine operation such as seizing may occur.

8. MAINTENANCE

3764B

* Be careful not to drop the screw (4) when removing it.

wheel (3) as far as it will go, and then apply grease while turning the upper shaft (5) in the direction of the arrow.

* Apply enough grease to make sure that it does not miss

any parts.

overflowing slightly from the edges.

* Be careful not to drop the bolt (6) when removing it.

the direction of the arrow.

* To prevent the bolts (7) from being dropped, do not

remove them completely.

eccentric wheel (3).

wheel (3), and apply the grease.

* Insert the grease nozzle into both holes to apply the

grease, in order to make sure that the grease is applied evenly without missing any parts.

overflowing slightly from the edges.

then secure it by tightening the bolt (6) and the two bolts (7).

Grease

3179B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

8. MAINTENANCE

<B. Applying grease to rock gear shaft F>

1. Tilt back the machine head.

2. Loosen the two screws (1), and then remove grease holder F (2). (Never loosen any screws other than the screw (1). If any other screws are loosened, the grease will leak out and this may cause problems with the sewing machine such as seizure.)

3. Turn the pulley to move rock gear shaft F (3) to the most forward position.

4. Remove the bolt (4) and the washer (5).

5. Insert the grease nozzle (6) into the hole in rock gear shaft F (3) as far as it will go as shown in the illustration, and apply grease until it is overflowing slightly from the edges.

6. Pull out the grease nozzle (6) while adding the grease.

7. Install the bolt (4) and the washer (5).

8. Install grease holder F (2) with the two screws (1).

9. Install the rear cover with the four screws.

NOTE:

• Once the grease tube has been opened, remove the nozzle from the tube, attach the cap securely and store the tube in a cool dark place.

• The grease should be used as quickly as possible.

• When using the grease again, remove any old grease from inside the nozzle first.

(Store the tube away carefully once the tube has been opened, otherwise the grease remaining inside the tube may deteriorate, and this may affect its lubricating performance.)

3765B

Once the grease has been applied, follow the procedure below to reset the cumulative number of stitches between grease applications.

1. While pressing the F1 key (1), turn on the power switch.

“GCt” will appear in the PROGRAM No. display (2), and the cumulative number of stitches until grease should be applied will be displayed in the total of six columns in the section No. display (3) and the menu display (4) in units of 10,000 stitches.

2. Press and hold the RESET key (5) for 2 seconds or more. (This completes the reset procedure.)

3. When you press the TEST key (6), the displays will return to their normal displays.

2344B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

–

9. STANDARD ADJUSTMENT

CAUTION

9. STANDARD ADJUSTMENT

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.

• When carrying out inspection, adjustment and maintenance

• When replacing consumable parts such as the rotary hook

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.

9-1. Standard thread tension

KE-430FX II･FS II

Use

Upper thread

Lower thread

Upper thread tension (N)

[Tension value] *

Lower thread tension (N) 0.2 - 0.3 0.2 - 0.3

Medium-weight

materials (-03)

#50 or

equivalent

#50 or

equivalent

Knitted wea

(-0K)

#60 or

equivalent

#80 or

equivalent

0.8 - 1.2

[80 - 120]*2

Light-weight

materials (-01)

#60 or

equivalent

#60 or

equivalent

-weight

Heav

materials (-05)

#30 or equivalent #60 or equivalent

#50 or equivalent #60 or equivalent

1.8

1.2

[70 - 130]*

BE-438FX II

0.5 - 1.2

[50 - 150]*2

Pre-tension (N) 0.05 - 0.3 0.1 - 0.4

Needle DP x 5 #14 DP x 5 #9 DP x 5 #14 DP x 17NY #19 DP x 17NY #12

*1: For KE-430FX II and BE-438FX II. *2: This is the tension value when the pretension is 0.05 N.

9-1-1. Upper and lower thread tension

2318B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

2319B

9. STANDARD ADJUSTMENT

9-1-2. Thread take-up spring

KE-430FX II･FS II

Use

Thread take-up spring

height (mm)

Thread take-up spring

tension (N)

Medium-weight

materials (-03)

Knitted wea

(-0K)

Light-weight

materials (-01)

-weight

Heav

materials (-05)

6 - 11 6 - 11

0.2 - 0.4 0.6 - 1.0 0.15 – 0.35

Lower Higher

Loosen the set screw (1) and turn the tensioner body to adjust the thread take-up spring height.

2320B

Weaker

Adjust by turning the shaft (2) with a screwdriver.

* When the spring height (stroke) is great or the spring tension is insufficient, it may cause the thread end length to vary after

thread trimming.

BE-438FX II

Stronger

2321B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

9-1-3. Arm thread guide C

eference

line

9-1-4. Needle bar bush thread guide D

2322B

2325B

9. STANDARD ADJUSTMENT

The standard position of arm thread guide C (1) is when the screw (2) is aligned with the position of the reference line. To adjust the position, loosen the screw (2) and then move arm thread guide C (1). ・ When sewing heavy-weight materials, move arm thread

guide C (1) to the left. (The thread take-up amount will increase.)

・ When sewing light-weight materials, move arm thread

guide C (1) to the right. (The thread take-up amount will decrease.)

Check that needle bar bush thread guide D (1) is at the middle of the needle bar (2).

NOTE:

If needle bar bush thread guide D (1) is not in the correct position, the thread may pull out or skipped stitches may occur.

9-2. Adjusting the needle bar height

2326B

1. Loosen the two screws (1), and then remove the eye guard assembly (2).

2. Turn the pulley to move the needle bar to the lowest position. Then remove the rubber cap (4), loosen the screw (5) 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 (3).

* If using a DP x 5 needle, use the highest reference line (reference line a).

2327B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

9. STANDARD ADJUSTMENT

9-3. Adjusting the needle bar lift amount and the driver needle guard

2544Q

Middle of the needle

Tip

0135Q

1. Turn the machine pulley 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 (1). * If using a DP x 5 needle, align with reference line b which is the second reference line from the top.

NOTE:

Check that the wiper and the needle do not touch when lowering the needle bar. If the wiper is in a position where it will touch the needle, move the wiper to the right by hand so that it does not touch the needle.

2. Loosen the bolt (2).

3. Move the driver (4) to adjust so that the tip of the rotary hook is aligned with the middle of the needle and so that the driver needle guard (3) is touching the needle, and then tighten the bolt (2).

NOTE:

If the needle contact pressure is too great, skipped stitches may occur. On the other hand, if the driver needle guard (1) is not touching the needle, the tip of the inner rotary hook will obstruct the needle, resulting in an excessively high amount of friction.

2499B

2500B

9-4. Adjusting the needle clearance

0138Q

Turn the pulley to align the tip of the rotary hook with the needle center line. Then loosen the set screw (1) and turn the eccentric shaft (2) to adjust so that the clearance between the needle and the rotary hook is 0.01 - 0.08 mm.

0.01 - 0.08mm

2328B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

9. STANDARD ADJUSTMENT

9-5. Adjusting the shuttle race thread guide

Install the shuttle race thread guide (1) by pushing it in the direction of the arrow so that the needle groove is aligned with the center of the needle plate hole.

NOTE:

If the shuttle race thread guide is in the wrong position, thread breakages, soiled thread or thread entanglements may occur. The position of the shuttle race thread guide is adjusted at the time of shipment from the factory. It should not be changed if at all possible.

2329B

9-6. Rotary hook lubrication amount

1. Tilt back the machine head.

2. Loosen the two bolts (1), and then adjust by moving the oil tank assembly (2) up or down. * The standard position is when the centers of the two bolts (1) are aligned with the reference line on the oil tank plate

(3).

oil

Less oil

2330B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

9. STANDARD ADJUSTMENT

9-7. Replacing the movable knife and fixed knife

1. Open the shuttle race cover, remove the two screws (1), and then remove the feed plate (2).

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

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

-5 specifications : 0.3 mm

Except -5 specifications : 0.1 mm

3766B

4. Install new fixed knife (7) in the position shown in the illustration.

5. Apply grease to the outside of the collar (8) and the shoulder screw (9), and then install the new movable knife (6) together

with the thrust washer (10) and movable knife spacer (11).

6. Check that the movable knife (6) and the fixed knife (7) cut the thread cleanly.

7. Apply grease to the pin (12) of the movable knife, and then insert it into the hole in the movable knife connecting plate (13).

Then, while placing the pin (15) of thread nipper connecting plate F into the hole in thread nipper D (14), install the needle plate (5).

8. Check that the center of the needle hole and the needle are aligned.

Select an accessory movable knife spacer (11) which allows the movable knife (6) to cross over the fixed knife (7) with a force that is as gentle as possible while still allowing the thread to be trimmed. * Move the movable knife (6) as shown in the illustration

and check that it trims the thread cleanly.

NOTE:

If the movable knife spacer (11) is too thick, it will not be possible to trim the thread.

2331B

2333B

2334B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

9. STANDARD ADJUSTMENT

9-8. Adjusting the work clamp lift amount (KE-430FX II･FS II)

Adjust so that the actual maximum lift amount for the work clamp is 17 mm above the top of the needle plate when the maximum work clamp height has been set to 17 mm using the operation panel.

1. Loosen the bolt (1) and move the work clamp arm lever plate (2) up or down to adjust.

2. Apply grease to the bottom of the work clamp lifter plate (3), to the top of the work clamp arm lever plate (2) and to the sliding part of the work clamp (4) (grease is already applied at the time of shipment), and check that the movement becomes easier.

2385B

9-9. Adjusting the button clamp lift amount (BE-438FX II)

Adjust so that the actual maximum lift amount for the button clamp is 13 mm above the top of the needle plate when the maximum button clamp height has been set to 13 mm using the operation panel.

Remove the spring (1), loosen the set screw (2) and adjust the button clamp holder hook (3) by moving it up and down. * If the button clamp lift amount is too large, the button clamp will not be raised.

2386B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

9. STANDARD ADJUSTMENT

9-10. Adjusting the holding pressure (BE-438FX II)

Loosen the nut (1) and turn the nut (2) to the point where it is just tight enough that the material will not slip out of place when it is slightly pulled (keep pressure as slight as possible).

2387B

9-11. Adjusting the position of the button clamp (BE-438FX II)

1. Loosen the two bolts (1) and adjust the button clamp base (2) by moving it.

2. Carry out test feeding to check that the needle will go through the button hole with no contact.

2388B

9-12. Adjusting the thread wiper

Approx. 2 mm

2338B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

2335B

Loosen the two screws (2) and adjust the thread wiper (1) so that the clearance between the top of the thread wiper (1) and the needle point is approximately 2 mm when the thread wiper (1) is aligned with the center of the needle.

NOTE:

Check that the needle bar thread guide (3) and the thread wiper base shaft (4) are not touching at this time.

App

pprox. 25 mm

2336B

9-13. Checking the machine head switch

rox. 20 mm

4683Q

9. STANDARD ADJUSTMENT

1. Remove the side cover.

2. Loosen the set screw (1) and adjust so that the distance from the thread wiper to the center of the needle is as shown in the illustration.

1. Turn on the power switch.

2. Check that no error numbers appear on the operation panel.

If the machine head switch (1) is not turned on, error [E050], [E051] or [E055] will occur.

Use the screw (2) to adjust the installation position of the machine head switch as shown in the illustration.

2295B

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

10. 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.

Warnings displayed as symbols

Code Cause and remedy

CLdn

Switch-related errors

Code Cause and remedy

E010

E011

E012

E015

E016

E025

E035

E050

E051

E055

E065

The sewing machine started when the work clamp/button clamp was not lowered. First lower the work clamp/button clamp. The needle bar is not in the needle up stop position. Turn the pulley until this error display disappears.

The STOP switch was pressed. Press the RESET key to clear the error. The STOP switch was pressed. Press the RESET key to clear the error. You can press the The STOP switch was pressed. Press the RESET key to clear the error, and then depress the foot switch to the 2nd step to carry out home position detection. The STOP switch was still being pressed when the power was turned on, or there is a problem with the STOP switch connection. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P9 on the main P.C. board is properly connected. Problem with the STOP switch connection when the power was turned on. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P9 on the main P.C. board is properly connected. The foot switch was being depressed to the 2nd step when the power was turned on. (Start switch for a two-pedal foot switch). Turn off the power and check the foot switch. The foot switch was being depressed to the 1st step when the power was turned on. (Work clamp switch for a two-pedal foot switch). Turn off the power and check the foot switch. 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 P14 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 P14 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 P14 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 work clamp so that you can continue sewing.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

Upper shaft motor-related errors

Code Cause and remedy

a certain period after the “GREASEUP” notification appears

E100

Sewing machine has continued to be used fo without the grease being applied (without the reset procedure being carried out). Apply grease and then carry out the reset procedure. Upper shaft did not stop at the needle up stop position when the sewing machine stopped.

E111

Turn off the power, and then check that there are no problems with the thread trimming mechanism and the machine motor mechanism.

E121

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 to check if the machine has locked up. Check that connector P11 on the power supply motor P.C. board and the 4-pin upper shaft motor connector are properly connected.

E131

E132

E133

Synchronizer is not connected correctly. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P11 on the motor P.C. board is properly connected. Problem detected with sewing machine motor operation. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P11 on the motor P.C. board is properly connected. Sewing machine motor stopping position is incorrect. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P11 on the 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

E200

E201

E204

E205

E206

E210

E211

E214

E215

E216

X feed motor home position cannot be detected. Problem with X feed motor or poor X encoder connection. Turn off the power, and then check that connectors P17 and P21 on the main P.C. board are properly connected. X feed motor stopped abnormally. Turn off the power and check that there is no problem with the X feed direction. X feed motor stopped abnormally during sewing. Turn off the power and check that there is no problem with the X feed direction.

-feed motor stopped due to a problem while moving to the sewing start position. Turn off the power and check that there is no problem with the X feed direction. X feed motor stopped abnormally during test feeding. Turn off the power and check that there is no problem with the X feed direction. Y feed motor home position cannot be detected. Problem with Y feed motor or poor Y encoder connection. Turn off the power, and then check that connectors P18 and P22 on the main P.C. board are properly connected.

feed motor stopped abnormally.

Turn off the power and check that there is no problem with the Y feed direction.

feed motor stopped abnormally during sewing.

Turn off the power and check that there is no problem with the Y feed direction.

-feed motor stopped due to a problem while moving to the sewing start position.

Turn off the power and check that there is no problem with the Y feed direction.

feed motor stopped abnormally during test feeding.

Turn off the power and check that there is no problem with the Y feed direction.

Work clamp-related errors

Code Cause and remedy

Work clamp home position cannot be detected. Problem with work clamp motor or poor work clamp encoder

E300

connection. Turn off the power, and then check that connectors P19 and P23 on the main P.C. board are properly connected.

E301

Work clamp/button clamp raised or lowered position cannot be detected. Turn off the power, and then check that there is no problem with the vertical work clamp/button clamp position.

10. TABLE OF ERROR CODES

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

10. TABLE OF ERROR CODES

Communication and memory-related errors

Code Cause and remedy

Communication error was detected between the main P.C. board and the panel P.C. board when the power was

E400

turned on. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P1 on the panel P.C. board and connector P3 on the motor P.C. board are properly connected. Communication error was detected between the main P.C. board and the motor P.C. board when the power was

E401

turned on. Turn off the power, and then check that connector P5 on the main P.C. board and connector P2 on the motor P.C. board are properly connected.

E410

E411

E420

Communication error was detected between main P.C. board and panel P.C. board. Turn off the power, and then turn it back on again. Communication error was detected between main P.C. board and motor P.C. board. Turn off the power, and then turn it back on again. No media is inserted. Press the RESET key to clear the error. Data contents are incorrect and cannot be used, or no data.

E421

Press the RESET key to clear the error. Check that data for this pattern number is present in the media. Error occurred while reading from media.

E422

Press the RESET key to clear the error. Check the data in the media. Insufficient space in media.

E424

Press the RESET key to clear the error. Use different media. Error occurred while reading from media.

E425

Press the RESET key to clear the error. Use the specified type of media. Check if the media is write-protected and if it has enough free space.

ogram has been erased.

E427

A pattern registered in a cycle p Press the RESET key to clear the error. Re-register the cycle program, or add the pattern. A pattern registered in a program has been erased.

E428

Press the RESET key to clear the error. Re-register the program, or add the pattern.

E430

E440

E450

E451

E452

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 has not been loaded from the machine head memory. Turn off the power and check that connector P16 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 P16 on the main P.C. board is properly connected. Internal memory is full and copying is not possible.

E474

Press the RESET key to clear the error. Clear any unnecessary additional patterns.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

Data editing-related errors

Code Cause and remedy

The enlargement ratio setting caused the sewing data to extend outside the sewing area.

E500

E502

E510

E511

E512

E581

E582

E583

Press the RESET key to clear the error. Set the enlargement ratio again. The enlargement ratio caused the stitch length to exceed the maximum length of 12.7 mm. Press the RESET key to clear the error. Set the enlargement ratio again. Error in pattern data. Press the RESET key to clear the error. Re-read the pattern data from the media, or recreate the pattern data. No end code has been input into pattern data. Press the RESET key to clear the error. Recreate the pattern data containing the end code, or change the pattern number being read. Number of stitches exceeds allowed maximum. Press the RESET key to clear the error. Change the number of the pattern being read. Memory switch file cannot be read correctly. Copy source model and copy destination model are incorrect. (Maybe the 430FX II･FS II is attempting to read data for the 438FX II.) Press the RESET key to clear the error. Read data for the same sewing machine model. Memory switch versions do not match. Press the RESET key to clear the error. Read data for the same version. Parameter versions do not match. Press the RESET key to clear the error. Read data for the same version.

Device-related errors

Code Cause and remedy

Thread nipper motor home position cannot be detected. Problem with thread nipper motor o

E690

E691

P.C. board-related errors

Code Cause and remedy

E700

E701

E705

E710

E711

encoder connection. Turn off the power, and then clean underneath the needle plate to remove any dust and thread scraps. Check that connector P20 on the main P.C. board is properly connected. Thread nipper retract position error. Check if the upper thread trailing length is too long. Turn off the power, and then clean underneath the needle plate to remove any dust and thread scraps. Check that connectors P20 and P4 on the main P.C. board are properly connected.

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 was detected in sewing machine motor. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems with the sewing machine. Abnormal current was detected in pulse motor. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems with the work clamp/button clamp operation.

10. TABLE OF ERROR CODES

poor thread nipper

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.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

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

Problem Cause Remedy Ref.

Work clamp does not rise. (KE-430FX II･FS II)

Button clamp does not rise. (BE-438FX II)

Work clamp lift amount is incorrect. (KE-430FX II･FS II)

Button clamp lift amount is incorrect. (BE-438FX II)

Thread wiper does not operate correctly.

Lower thread winds to one side.

Work clamp operation is sluggish.

Too much friction between work clamp lifter plate and work clamp arm lever plate.

Work clamp is contacting thread wiper. Adjust the position of the thread wiper. P. 70

Incorrect position of work clamp arm lever plate

Incorrect position of button clamp holder hook.

The thread wiper is obstructing the needle.

Thread wiper position is incorrect.

Height of bobbin winder tension assembly is incorrect.

Grease the sliding part of the work clamp.

Grease the work clamp lifter plate and work clamp arm lever plate.

Adjust the work clamp lift amount. P. 69

Adjust the button clamp lift amount. P. 69

Adjust the height of the thread wiper. P. 70

Adjust the operating distance of the thread wiper.

Adjust the height of the bobbin winder tension assembly.

P. 5 9

P. 7 1

P. 2 8

Lower thread winding amount is incorrect.

Thread comes unthreaded.

Bobbin presser position is incorrect.

Stitches being skipped at the sewing start.

Uneven needle thread. Adjust the sub-tension.

Needle thread is too short. Use a thread nipper device.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

Adjust the position of the bobbin presser.

Refer to “Skipped stitches occur” P. 77

P. 2 8

P. 3 0

P. 3 1

11. TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause Remedy Ref.

Upper thread breaks.

Lower thread breaks.

Skipped stitches occur.

Upper thread tension is too strong. Adjust the upper thread tension.

Needle is installed incorrectly. Install the needle correctly.

P. 6 3

P. 2 6

Thread is too thick for the needle. Use the correct thread for the needle. P. 30

Thread take-up spring tension and height are incorrect.

Damaged or burred rotary hook, needle hole plate or needle.

Thread melting (synthetic thread) Use the needle cooler.

Lower thread tension is too strong. Adjust the lower thread tension.

Corners of needle hole plate or bobbin case are damaged.

Clearance between needle and rotary hook tip is too great.

Adjust the tension and height of the thread take-up spring.

File smooth or replace the affected part.

P. 6 4

P. 2 2

P. 6 3

File smooth or replace the affected part.

Adjust the needle clearance. P. 66

Incorrect needle and rotary hook timing. Adjust the needle bar lift amount. P. 66

Needle breaks.

Button breaks. (BE-438FX II)

Driver is contacting needle more than is necessary.

Adjust the driver needle guard. P. 66

Needle is bent. Replace the needle.

Needle is installed incorrectly. Install the needle correctly.

P. 2 6

Adjust the needle clearance. P. 66

Needle is touching the rotary hook.

Adjust the needle bar lift amount. P. 66

Needle is bent. Replace the needle.

Needle is too thin. Use the correct needle for the material. P. 30

Needle is striking the button. (BE-438FX II)

Needle is striking the button.

Refer to “5-5. Checking the sewing pattern” .

P. 4 2

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

11. TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause Remedy Ref.

Upper thread is not trimmed.

Thread jamming.

Movable knife is blunt. Replace the movable knife.

Fixed knife is blunt. Sharpen or replace the fixed knife.

Adjust the position of the shuttle race

Movable knife does not pick up the

thread guide.

P. 6 8

P. 6 7

thread.

Adjust the needle bar lift amount. P. 66

The movable knife does not pick up the thread because of skipped stitches at

Refer to “Skipped stitches occur”. P. 77

the sewing end.

Movable knife position is incorrect.

Sub-tension is too weak.

Thread take-up spring tension and height are incorrect.

Adjust the position of the movable knife.

Turn the sub-tension nut to adjust the tension.

Adjust the tension and height of the thread take-up spring.

P. 6 8

P. 3 0

P. 6 4

Incorrect needle and rotary hook timing. Adjust the needle bar lift amount. P. 66

Shuttle race thread guide is not separating the threads.

Adjust the position of the shuttle race thread guide.

P. 6 7

Poor seam finish on reverse side of material.

Shuttle race thread guide is separating the threads insufficiently.

Upper thread is not properly tight. Adjust the upper thread tension.

Uneven needle thread. Adjust the sub-tension.

Needle thread is too long.

Needle is striking the button. (BE-438FX II)

Incorrect thread tightness.

Upper thread tension is too weak. Adjust the upper thread tension.

Lower thread tension is too weak. Adjust the lower thread tension.

Thread take-up spring tension and height are incorrect.

Machine does not operate when power is turned on and foot switch is depressed.

Machine head switch does not work.

Adjust the position of the shuttle race thread guide.

Adjust the sub-tension.

Turn the tension nut to adjust the upper thread trailing length to 35 – 38 mm.

Refer to “5-5. Checking the sewing pattern”.

Adjust the tension and height of the thread take-up spring.

Check if the machine head switch cord is disconnected.

Adjust the position of the switching plate.

P. 6 7

P. 6 3

P. 3 0

P. 4 2

P. 6 3

P. 6 4

P. 1 7

P. 2 5

Replace the machine head switch if it is broken.

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

12. 7-SEGMENT DISPLAY LIST

4268M

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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

KE-430FX II/KE-430FS II, BE-438FX II

I6071108B E

2016.07.B (1)

Brother BE-438FX II, KE-430FX II, KE-430FS II User 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

2-1. Machine specifications

2-2. List of sewing patterns (KE-430FX II･FS II)

2-3. List of sewing patterns (BE-438FX II)

3. INSTALLATION

3-1. Table processing diagram

3-2. Installing the control box

3-3. Installing the oiler

3-4. Installing the machine head

3-5. Installing the operation panel

3-6. Installing the cotton stand

3-7. Installing the button tray (BE-438FX II)

3-8. Installing the eye guard

3-9. Connecting the cords

3-10. Connecting the ground wire

3-11. Installing the rear cover

3-12. Lubrication

3-13. Connecting the power cord

3-14. Checking the machine head switch

3-15. Starting up

4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING

4-1. Installing the needle

4-2. Threading the upper thread

4-3. Winding the lower thread

4-4. Installing the bobbin case

4-5. Thread tension

4-5-1. Lower thread tension

4-5-2. Upper thread tension

4-6. Thread nipper device <KE-430FX II -03, -0K, -01>

4-7. Inserting the button (BE-438FX II)

4-8. Adjusting the button clamp (BE-438FX II)

4-9. Installing the accessory spring (BE-438FX II)

5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS)

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

5-2. Program setting method

5-3. Copying programs

5-4. Checking the sewing pattern (KE-430FX II･FS II)

5-5. Checking the sewing pattern (BE-438FX II)

5-6. Correcting the upper thread tension <For KE-430FX II and BE-438FX II>

6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS)

6-1. Setting memory switches

6-2. List of memory switches

6-3. Using the lower thread counter

6-4. Using the production counter

6-5. Using cycle programs

6-6. Direct selection

6-7. Resetting all settings to their defaults

7. SEWING

7-1. Sewing

7-2. Changing sewing conditions

8. MAINTENANCE

8-1. Cleaning the rotary hook

8-2. Cleaning the control box air inlet ports

8-3. Draining the oil

8-4. Cleaning the eye guard

8-5. Checking the needle

8-6. Lubrication

8-7. Applying grease (Work clamp: KE-430FX II･FS II)

8-8. Applying grease (When “GREASEUP” appears)

9. STANDARD ADJUSTMENT

9-1. Standard thread tension

9-1-1. Upper and lower thread tension

9-1-2. Thread take-up spring

9-1-3. Arm thread guide C

9-1-4. Needle bar bush thread guide D

9-2. Adjusting the needle bar height

9-3. Adjusting the needle bar lift amount and the driver needle guard

9-4. Adjusting the needle clearance

9-5. Adjusting the shuttle race thread guide

9-6. Rotary hook lubrication amount