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BAS-300G
Basic Operation Manual
BAS-311G
BAS-326G
DIRECT DRIVE
PROGRAMMABLE ELECTRONIC PATTERN SEWER
Please read this manual before using the machine.
Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference.
This basic operation manual describes basic
operations including sewing machine operations.
For cleaning, standard adjustments and more details,
please refer to the instruction manual contained in
the Document CD.
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Thank you very much for buying a BROTHER sewing machine. Before using your new machine, please read the safety instructions below and the explanations given in the instruction manual. With industrial sewing machines, it is normal to carry out work while positioned directly in front of moving parts such as the needle and thread take-up lever, and consequently there is always a danger of injury that can be caused by these parts. Follow the instructions from training personnel and instru
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS [1] Safety indications and their meanings This instruction manual and the indications and symbols that are used on the machine itself are provided in order to ensure safe operation of this machine and to prevent accidents and injury to yourself or other people. The meanings of these indications and symbols are given below. Indications The instructions which follow this term indicate situations where failure to follow the DANGER instructions will result in death or s
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[2] Notes on safety DANGER Wait at least 5 minutes after turning off the power switch and disconnecting the power cord from the wall outlet before opening the cover of the control box. Touching areas where high voltages are present can result in severe injury. WARNING Do not allow any liquids to get onto this sewing machine, otherwise fire, electric shocks or operating problems may occur. If any liquid gets inside the sewing machine (machine head or control box), immediately turn
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CAUTION Sewing This sewing machine should only be used by If using a work table which has casters, the casters operators who have received the necessary training should be secured in such a way so that they cannot in safe use beforehand. move. The sewing machine should not be used for any Attach all safety devices before using the sewing applications other than sewing. machine. If the machine is used without these devices attached, injury may result. Be sure to wear protective gog
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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. 1 2 . *Safety devices Devices such as eye guard, finger guard, thread take-up cover, motor cover, tension release solenoi
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Tension release solenoid cover Motor cover Inner cover L Outer cover Fixed cover L Motor cover L Thread take-up cover Inner cover R Outer cover Eye guard Fixed cover R Motor cover R Finger guard Gas spring support cover 2960B 2961B BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G v
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CONTENTS 1. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS ................ 1 5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS) .......................25 2. USEFUL FUNCTIONS FOR 5-1. Name and function of each operation OPTIMUM SEWING.............................. 2 panel item..........................................................25 3. INSTALLATION.................................... 3 5-2. Loading sewing data .........................................27 3-1. Table processing diagram .....................
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1. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS 1. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS Two-pedal foot switch 2962B (1) Power switch Safety devices: (2) Control box (13) Finger guard (3) CF slot (14) Eye guard (4) Operation panel (15) Thread take-up cover (5) Foot switch (motor-driven work clamp specifications) (16) Motor cover (6) Work clamp switch (pneumatic work clamp specifications)
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2. USEFUL FUNCTIONS FOR OPTIMUM SEWING 2. USEFUL FUNCTIONS FOR OPTIMUM SEWING Easy threading in threading mode Page 20 When using threading mode for threading, the tension discs will open so that the thread can be threaded more easily. Furthermore, threading mode is safe because the sewing machine will not start even when the foot switch is depressed. Presser foot height can be set easily using the panel Page 30 INSTRUCTION MANUAL CD 6-7. Using user programs The height of th
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3. INSTALLATION 3. INSTALLATION CAUTION Machine installation should only be carried out by a All cords should be secured at least 25 mm away from qualified technician. any moving parts. Furthermore, do not excessively bend the cords or secure them too firmly staples, Contact your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician otherwise there is the danger that fire or electric for any electrical work that may need to be done. shocks could occur. The sewing machine head weighs approxim
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3. INSTALLATION 3-1. Table processing diagram • The thickness of the table should be at least 40 mm, and it should be strong enough to bear the weight and vibration of the sewing machine. • If the distance A between the insides of the legs is less than 740 mm, move the control box installation position to the left (B = 261mm). • 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 machin
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3. INSTALLATION 3-2. Installing the control box Remove the eight screws (1), and then remove the control box cover (2). (3) Control box (4) Bolts [4 pcs.] (5) Plain washers [4 pcs.] (6) Spring washers [4 pcs.] (7) Nuts [8 pcs.] 1840B (8) Power switch (9) Wood screws [2 pcs.] (10) Staples [4 pcs.] Operator 1841B 3-3. Installing the oil pan For motor-driven work clamp specifications, install the treadle unit mounting bo
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3. INSTALLATION 3-4. Installing the machine head (1) Pins [2 pcs.] (2) Set screws [2 pcs.] (3) Hinge rubber assemblies [2 pcs.] Place the machine head gently on top of the oil pan and the rubber cushions. NOTE: Pulse motor • Be careful not to get the cords clamped between the machine head and the oil pan. • When holding the machine head, do not hold it by the pulse motor. This Approx. 20 mm may cause problems with operation of the pulse motor. Approx. 20 mm
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3. INSTALLATION 2698B (10) Auxiliary plate (11) Bolts with washer [4 pcs.] Loosen the four bolts with washer (11), Needle plate and adjust so that the auxiliary plate (10) is 0 to 0.5 mm above the needle plate. NOTE: Install the auxiliary plate (10) so that it is horizontal. If the auxiliary plate (10) is lower than the needle plate, the feed plate may get caught on the needle plate. (10) Auxiliary pl
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3. INSTALLATION (13) Gas spring holders [2 pcs.] (14) Spacer (15) Bolt (16) Nut (17) Gas spring (18) Shaft collars [2 pcs.] (19) Gas spring shaft D Be sure to install so (20) Plain washers [2 pcs.] that the side with “UP” on it is facing upward. (21) Retaining rings E [2 pcs.] (22) Bolts [2 pcs.] (23) Plain washers (medium) [2 pcs.] (24) Plain washers (large) [2 pcs.] (25) Spring washers [2 pcs.] (26) Nuts [2 pcs.] (27) Gas spring shaft U (28) Set screw NOTE: For motor-dr
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3. INSTALLATION Figure 1 Oil pan 2365B • Gently return the machine head to its original position. • Loosen the screw (31). Move the machine head switch (32) to the position shown in the illustration, and then secure the machine head switch (32) with the screw (31) and the accessory M3x16 screw (33). • Check that the machine head switch (32) is turned on as shown in figure 1. NOTE: If the machine head switch is not turned on, er
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3. INSTALLATION 3-6. Installing the operation panel 2971B (1) Operation panel set (2) Panel rubber (3) Plain washers [6 pcs.] (4) Bolts [3 pcs.] (5) Nuts [6 pcs.] • Insert the cord from the operation panel (1) which has been passed through the hole in the table into the control box through the hole in the side of the control box. (6) Staples [3 pcs.] (1) Operation panel base (2) Cushion A (3) Plain
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3. INSTALLATION 3-7. Installing the treadle unit (motor-driven work clamp specifications) (1) Treadle unit (2) Bolts [3 pcs.] (3) Plain washers [3 pcs.] (4) Spring washers [3 pcs.] (5) Nuts [3 pcs.] NOTE: • Install the bolt for mounting hole A before installing the oil pan. (Refer to “3-3. Installing the oil pan.”) • Mounting hole B is used to install the gas spring supports with the bolt, plain washer, spring washer and nut. (Refer to "3-4. Installing the machine head".) * Use
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3. INSTALLATION 3-9. Connecting the cords 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 right arrow and pass the cord bundle through the opening. 4. Securely connect the connectors as indicated in the table below. NOTE: • Check that the connector is facing the correct way, and then insert it firmly until it locks into place. • Secur
