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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
BE-1204B-BC
BE-1204C-BC
BE-1206B-BC
PC Control type
Please read this manual before using the machine.
Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference.
TWELVE NEEDLE FOUR HEAD EMBROIDERY MACHINE
TWELVE NEEDLE FOUR HEAD EMBROIDERY MACHINE
TWELVE NEEDLE SIX HEAD 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 Environmental requirements Use the sewing machine in an area which is The ambient temperature should be within the free from sources of strong electrical noise range of 5°C to 35°C during use. such as high-frequency welders. Tem
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Installation Avoid setting up the sewing machine near sources of strong electrical noise such as high-frequency welding equipment. If this precaution is not taken, incorrect machine operation may result. CAUTION Sewing This sewing machine should only be used by Attach all safety devices before using the sewing operators who have received the necessary machine. If the machine is used without these training in safe use beforehand. devices attached, injury may result. Keep children away from the se
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Maintenance and inspection Maintenance and inspection of the sewing If the power switch needs to be left on when machine should only be carried out by a carrying out some adjustment, be extremely qualified technician. careful to observe all safety precautions. Ask your Brother dealer or a qualified Use only the proper replacement parts as electrician to carry out any maintenance and specified by Brother. inspection of the electrical system. When replacing a fluorescent lamp, use the same-type la
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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 Electric shock danger display W1408Q 2 Electric shock danger display 3 Injury warning display Hazardous voltage will cause injury. W1410Q 4 Injury caution display W1200Q 5 Injury caution display W1202Q BE-1204B-BC BE-1206B-BC 5
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7 Injury caution display 6 Injury caution display Never touch or push the Never touch or push the needle thread take up during bar during operation as it may operation as it may result in result in injuries or damage to injuries machine. the sewing machine. 8 High temperature caution display 9 High temperature caution display W1206Q Do not touch this part during activitation or for 30 minutes after shut-off. Otherwise burns may result. W1201Q 10 Ground mark Be sure to connect the ground. If the
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6 7 5 4 5 2 10 1 W1400Q 9 8 8 8 4 3 11 4 4 W1208Q BE-1204B-BC BE-1206B-BC 7
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Before Starting Operation Do not force open the shutter for direct contact Do not bring disks near magnetic matters such as with the magnetic area. magnetic screwdriver or the back side of the programmer. W1209Q W1210Q Do not store floppy disks in an extremely high or Do not use floppy disks under high humidity. low ambient temperature. W1211Q W1212Q Do not use or store floppy disks in a dusty place. Do not store floppy disks under direct sunlight. Do not place it on cloth. W1214Q W1213Q Do not
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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. Slide the notch in this direction to prevent data loss or overwriting. Slide the notch in this direction to write data. W1219Q BE-1204B-BC BE-1206B-BC 9
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Procedure of Reading This Manual Explanation of models This manual explains three models: - BE-1204B-BC - BE-1204C-BC - BE-1206B-BC Explanation for individual model is provided by identifying the model name. Check the model before using the machine. The display is BE-1206B-BC. Configuration of this manual This manual consists of the following chapters: Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine Provides information on the specifications of the embroidery machine, software installation env
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Contents Contents SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................1 Before Starting Operation ...............................................................................................................................................8 Procedure of Reading This Manual................................................................................................................
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Contents Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data Functions (Command Reference) ...............................................................................................................................4-2 Description of Screen ..................................................................................................................................................4-3 Creating a Directory ...................................................................................
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Contents Changing Data.............................................................................................................................................................5-23 Changing Start .......................................................................................................................................................5-23 Changing End ....................................................................................................................................
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Contents Setting the Machine....................................................................................................................................................6-25 Needle Bar.............................................................................................................................................................6-25 Same Speed Range ..................................................................................................................................
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Contents Chapter 7 Operation of Machine 1. Operating Procedures ..............................................................................................................................................7-2 1-1 Power Source ....................................................................................................................................................7-2 1-2 Preparation for Embroidering........................................................................................
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Contents Chapter 9 Maintenance 1. Cleaning ....................................................................................................................................................................9-2 1-1 Cleaning and Lubrication of Rotary Hook ..........................................................................................................9-2 1-2 Cleaning of Needle Plate..........................................................................................................
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Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine
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Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine 1. Specifications 12 needle four-head 12 needle four-head 12 needle six-head Embroidery machine used embroidery machine embroidery embroidery machine machine BE-1206B BE-1204B BE-1204C Application Pattern embroidery Sewing speed Maximum 1000 rpm Distance between heads 360 mm 500 mm 450 (V) × 500 (H) mm 450 (V) × 360 (H) mm Maximum feed range 95 (V) × 360 (H) mm 95 (V) × 360 (H) mm (With cap frame) (With cap frame) 450 (V) × 500 (H) mm (W
