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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BES-961BC
BES-1261BC
Please read this manual before using the machine.
Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference.
NINE NEEDLE SIX HEAD ELECTRONIC EMBROIDERY MACHINE
TWELVE NEEDLE SIX HEAD ELECTRONIC EMBROIDERY MACHINE
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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 instructors regar
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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 face plate of the control box. Touching areas where high voltages are present can result in severe injury. CAUTION Installation Machine installation should only be carried out Be sure to wear protective goggles and gloves by a qualified technician. when handling the lubricating oil or grease, so that no oil or grease gets into your eyes or o
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CAUTION Cleaning Be sure to wear protective goggles and gloves Turn off the power switch before starting any when handling the lubricating oil or grease, so cleaning work, otherwise the machine may op- that no oil or grease gets into your eyes or onto erate if the start switch is pressed by mistake, your skin, otherwise inflammation can result. which could result in injury. Furthermore, do not drink the oil or grease un- der any circumstances, as they can cause vom- iting and diarrhoea. Keep the
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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 Safety devices: Finger guard, Belt cover, etc. CAUTION Moving parts may cause injury. Operate with safety devices. turn off main switch before changing needle, cleaning etc. 2 DANGER GEFAHR DANGER PELIGRO Hazardous voltage Hochspannung
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Finger guard Belt cover n BES-961BC BES-961BC • BES-1261BC 5
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Before Starting Operation Do not force open the shutter for direct contact Do not bring disks near magnetic matters such with the magnetic area. as magnetic screwdriver. Do not store floppy disks in an extremely Do not use floppy disks under high humidity. high or low ambient temperature. Do not use or store floppy disks in a dusty Do not store floppy disks under direct sunlight. place. Do not bend the disk. Do not put things on the Avoid contact with solvent or drink. disk. Do not remove the di
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Protecting data in floppy disks Write-protection is available for a floppy disk to prevent undesired data deletion. A write-protected disk is read-only. It is recommended to provide write-protection for disks which contain important data. To do so, slide the write-protect notch to open the slot as shown below. BES-961BC • BES-1261BC 7
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Procedure of Reading This Manual Explanation of models This manual explains two models: - BES-961BC (9 needles) - BES-1261BC (12 needles) Explanation for individual model is provided by identifying the model name. Check the model before using the machine. The display is BES-961BC. Configuration of this manual This manual consists of the following chapters: Chapter 1 Preparation of Embroidery Machine This Chapter describes the specifications, installation and preparatory procedures of starting
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Chapter 9 List of Error Messages Provides information on error codes and action to be taken. Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Provides troubleshooting for the machine. Connection and Installation of Optional Equipment Describes connections between the machine/computer and optional equipment available. BES-961BC • BES-1261BC 9
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Screen Composition Initial Screen Starting Sewing Selection of Embroidery data START Operation (fi page 72) (fi page 61) Canceling of Sewing STOP Thread trimming Setting of Needle Bars (fi page 92) Hoop Retract Area Check Editing of Enbroidering Data (fi page 77) fl fl BES-961BC • BES-1261BC 10
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Setting of thread breakage sensor (fi page 93) fl fl Setting of Machine (fi page 96) fl fl BES-961BC • BES-1261BC 11
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Contents SAFTY INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................... 1 Before Starting Operation .......................................................................... 6 Procedure of Reading This Manual ........................................................... 8 Screen Composition ................................................................................. 10 Chapter 1 Preparation of Embroidery Machine 1. Specifications ..........................
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Reading from Memory .............................................................................. 64 Registration of Embroidery Data from BE-100 ....................................... 65 Deletion of Embroidery Data from Machine Memory ........................................ 66 Modification of Embroidery Data Name .................................................. 68 Sewing Operation...................................................................................... 72 Before Starting Sewing
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Speed of Each Speed Range............................................................................98 Setting of Mending ............................................................................................ 99 Thread Trimming Length ................................................................................. 101 Thread Withdrawal Feed Length ..................................................................... 101 Inching.............................................................
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Chapter 7 Maintenance 1. Cleaning Rotary Hook ...................................................................... 130 2. Oiling.................................................................................................. 131 2-1. Head ....................................................................................................131 3. Greasing ............................................................................................ 133 3-1. Head .................................
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Chapter 1 Preparation of Embroidery Machine
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Chapter 1 Preparation of Embroidery Machine 1. Specifications 9 needle embroidery machine head 12 needle embroidery machine head Embroidery machine used (six-head type) (six-head type) Application Pattern embroidery Sewing speed Maximum 1000 spm 450 (V) x 400 (H) mm (border frame area) 430 (V) x 300 (H) mm (tubular square hoop area) Sewing area 85 (V) x 360 (H) mm (cap frame area) 450 (V) x 600 (H) mm (with bed retracted or with head control) Feed system By timing belt and stepping motor driv
