Brother BES-1240BC Manuel d'instructions

INSTRUCTION MANUALPlease read this manual before using the machine.Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference.NINE NEEDLE FOUR HEAD

8BES-940BC • BES-1240BCContentsSAFTY INSTRUCTIONS... 1Procedure of Reading

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC98Description of ScreenDisplay RangeOpenHelpPrintResizeRepeatZoom InZoom OutSaveTool BarStatus

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC99Opening Embroidery DataThis function is available with embroidery data editor.1. Select [Ope

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC100Setting DisplaySets the condition of the display screen. Items with check marks to the lef

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC101Zoom Out1. Select [Zoom] - [Zoom Out] from View menu or click .Repeats zooming of the ima

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC102Needle PenetrationChooses whether or not the needle pevetration positions are displayed.1.

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC103MicrostitchDisplays the position of the stitch whose length is the designated length or les

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC104 A display color can be selected from among the following four items.Basic color which c

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC1052. Select a new color on the [Color selection] screen.3. When selecting a color from a colo

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC1065. Select an arbitrary color from basic colors.Click [Define Custom Colors] to create a med

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC107Changing needle bar allocation1. Drag the embroidering sequence on the needle bar number.Se

9BES-940BC • BES-1240BCRegister the Machine Name...66Retrieve the Embroider

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC108Tool barShows/hides the tool bar. The tool bar contains icons with the same functions asth

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC109Back to Previous StatusUndoMakes the edit or change invalid. The screen returns to the sta

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC110Upper leftEditingRotate Available range of rotation is -359 to 359 degrees. Wh

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC111Horizontal FlipFlips the image horizontally. 1. Select [Horizontal Flip] from Edit me

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC112 The number for repetition is 1 to 100 for both vertical (Row) and horizontal (Column)di

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC113ResizeResizes the image. The available range of resizing is 50 to 200% in bo

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC114 Insert (delete) change

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC115Insert Lock StitchFind the pattern of [Stitch] - [Trim] for [Before Trimming] and find the

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC116Changing DataChanging StartChanges the start position of embroidering.Options FunctionsCent

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC117Changing EndChanges the end position of embroidering.Options FunctionsCenter, upper left co

10BES-940BC • BES-1240BCThread Color ...107Tool bar ..

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC118MaskChanges the mask that represents the periphery of embroidery data. Since theautomatic

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC119GroupAll patterns created in repetition are grouped as a single pattern. The difference

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC120Setting Group for Repetition1. Select [Repeat] in the Edit menu or click .2. Click the ch

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC121MergeMerge other patterns to the pattern in editing. If the pattern to be merged is repe

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC1223. The pattern mask is displayed in a broken line. Move the mask to thedesired position for

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC123Saving DataSaves the edited data. The edited data can be saved over the current file or re

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC124Save As...Renames and saves the edited data as a new file.1. Select [Save as...] from File

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC125Viewing Pattern InformationDetail information of embroidery data can be checked. The fol

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC126Printing DataPrints data in editing.1. Select [Print] from File menu or click .Specify th

Chapter 6 EmbroideringThe PC controls the machine operation aswell as settings of the machine. Note thatthe menu which appears on the screen de-pend

11BES-940BC • BES-1240BCSettings after Turning Power On ... 135Tool Bar...

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC128Chapter 6 EmbroideringFunctions (Command Reference)When the Power to the Machine is OffFile menuSave The machine data is ove

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC129Chapter 6 EmbroideringOperation menuStart Enbroidering Starts embroidering. ( page 179)Stop Machine Suspends embroidering.

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC130Chapter 6 EmbroideringSettings menuNeedle Bar Uses the same needle bar for all embroidering. ( page 151)Same Speed Range S

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC131Chapter 6 EmbroideringTool barCancel embroideringSuspend embroideringHome positionStep-back/step-forwardMove patternInformat

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC132Chapter 6 EmbroideringSettings before Turning On the MachineDescribes settings available before the machine is turned on.

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC133Chapter 6 EmbroideringDisplaying the Status BarShows/hides the status bar. The status bar provides information on the curre

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC134Chapter 6 EmbroideringLanguageChanges display language. The following three languages are displayed as "Available La

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC135Chapter 6 EmbroideringSettings after Turning Power OnDescribes settings available after turning power on to the machine.Tool

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC136Chapter 6 EmbroideringZoom In Specified RangeEnlarges the range specified with the mouse to the full window size.1. Select [

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC137Chapter 6 EmbroideringGridDisplays 1 x 1 cm square grids on the background.1. Select [Grid] from View menu and put the check

12BES-940BC • BES-1240BCActive escape with pause...165Short stitch speed

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC138Chapter 6 Embroidering2. Designate the adjusting position and click [OK].The hoop is displayed in a displaced position. Be

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC139Chapter 6 EmbroideringThread ColorDisplays the pattern using colors currently set to the needle bar. Clicking alsoprovide

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC140Chapter 6 EmbroideringChanging display colors The color of needle bar changes to the actual color. Changing the thread

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC141Chapter 6 Embroidering2. Select a new color on the [Color selection] screen.3. When selecting a color from a color sample, c

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC142Chapter 6 Embroidering5. Select an arbitrary color from basic colors.Click [Define Custom Colors] to create a medium color.6

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC143Chapter 6 EmbroideringSetting RangesThere are two methods for setting ranges.Changing all ranges1. Click [Up] to increase ra

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC144Chapter 6 EmbroideringGrid SettingSets the pitch and the color of grid. The grid interval can be set at the increment of

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC145Chapter 6 Embroidering2. Select or create the background color. Refer to steps 5 to 7 on page 142for details. Before chan

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC146Chapter 6 EmbroideringViewing Machine InformationDetail specification of the machine can be displayed.1. Select [Machine Inf

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC147Chapter 6 Embroidering1. Select [Cascade] or [Tile] from Window menu. When [Cascade] is selected When [Tile] is selected

13BES-940BC • BES-1240BC7. Area Check ... 1997-1. External Tracin

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC148Chapter 6 EmbroideringChanging window sizeSeveral square buttons with figures are displayed at the right end of the titlebar

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC149Chapter 6 EmbroideringLanguageChanges display language.Refer to page 134.Copying Data to Other MachinesWhen multiple machine

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC150Chapter 6 Embroidering4. Click [OK].The data, is copied.ConfigurationSets the environment of data reading and display.1. Sel

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC151Chapter 6 EmbroideringSetting the MachinePerforms the detail setting of the embroidering status. Items that can be selected

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC152Chapter 6 EmbroideringSame Speed RangeEmbroiders patterns at the specified speed range.1. Select [Same Speed Range] from Set

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC153Chapter 6 EmbroideringSpeed RangeSpecifies the maximum speeds for respective ranges suitable for the hoop type. Actual em

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC154Chapter 6 EmbroideringHoop Feed PositionSet the basic position of the hoop (hoop feed position) for cancellation ofembroider

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC155Chapter 6 EmbroideringEmbroidery AreaSets the embroidery area.1. Select [Embroidery Area] from Settings menu.2. Drag the emb

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC156Chapter 6 Embroidering1. Select [Embroidery Hoop] and the type from Settings menu.The pattern direction and embroidering are

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC157Chapter 6 Embroidering When "Flat (1, 4)" is selected When "Border (All)" is selected When &quo

14BES-940BC • BES-1240BCChapter 10 Standard Adjustment1. Adjusting Needle Bar Height ... 2362

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC158Chapter 6 Embroidering When "Semi-wide cap (All)" is selectedThread Trimming The following items can be set:

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC159Chapter 6 EmbroideringBoringTurns on/off the machine boring mode. The following items can be set:Boring Sets ON/OFF of bo

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC160Chapter 6 EmbroideringThread Breakage SensorThe sensor for thread breakage can be turned ON/OFF or the sensor sensitivity fo

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC161Chapter 6 EmbroideringAutomatic Step BackSets the number of stitches for automatic step back if thread breakage occurs. T

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC162Chapter 6 EmbroideringEnd of embroiderySets if the machine returns to the start point after end of embroidery.1. Select [End

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC163Chapter 6 EmbroideringMendingSets the details of mending. Items and descriptions are as follows:Automatically reset Error

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC164Chapter 6 Embroidering2. Click [OK] when the items are set.Manually trim the lower thread immediately after resetting a thre

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC165Chapter 6 EmbroideringActivating speed up of driving shaftSpeeds up the startup of the main shaft. Select this function whe

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC166Chapter 6 EmbroideringShort stitch speed reductionReduces speed when stitching in a designated pitch. The pitch can be de

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC167Chapter 6 EmbroideringThin Material or Thick MaterialAdjusts the timing of needle drop and hoop movement. The value can b

Chapter 1An Introduction of Embroidery Machine

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC168Chapter 6 EmbroideringArea TraceSelect the outside shape of area tracing before starting sewing. The following two types

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC169Chapter 6 EmbroideringDefault SettingsResets changes of the machine setting to the default. Items for setting and initial

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC170Chapter 6 Embroidering1. Select [Default Settings] from Settings menu.2. Click [OK].Show SettingShows the setting contents a

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC171Chapter 6 Embroidering1. Select [Show Setting] from Settings menu.2. After checking, check [OK].

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC172Chapter 6 EmbroideringLoad SettingLoad the setting. The set file has an extension of "ecm".1. Select [Load sett

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC173Chapter 6 EmbroideringSave SettingSaves the edit settings. Save the setting files with an extension of "ecm".1.

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC174Chapter 6 EmbroideringLoad HoopLoad the optional hoop displayed in "Hoop". The hoop file to be loaded has an ex

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC175Chapter 6 EmbroideringSPIDER_NET_FRAME07B-3.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME07B-4.ehpSPIDER_NET_FRAME09T-1.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME09T-2.ehp

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC176Chapter 6 EmbroideringSPIDER_NET_FRAME16B-3.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME16B-4.ehpSPIDER_NET_FRAME18T-1.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME18T-2.ehp

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC177Chapter 6 EmbroideringHolder base frameHOLDER_BASE23X24.ehp HOLDER_BASE23X43.ehpHOLDER_BASE30X28.ehp HOLDER_BASE30X43.ehpHO

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC16Chapter 1 An Introduction of Sewing MachineEmbroidery machine used9 needle embroidery machine head 12 needle embroidery machi

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC178Chapter 6 EmbroideringCap frame semi-wide frameCap frame semi-wide.ehpCap frame wide frameCap frame wide.ehp1. Select [Load

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC179Chapter 6 EmbroideringEmbroideringHow to start embroidering and operation after the start are explained here.Starting Embroi

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC180Chapter 6 Embroidering2. Press the button. Embroidering starts.Embroidery data appears in gray, indicating the embroideri

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC181Chapter 6 EmbroideringMoving the Home PositionMove the selected machine home position.1. Select [Home Position] from Operati

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC182Chapter 6 EmbroideringStep-forward/Step-backAllows step-forward or step-back of stitches without embroidering. Click to

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC183Chapter 6 EmbroideringCanceling step-forward/step-back1. Click of the step forward/back tool bar.The cross disappears and

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC184Chapter 6 EmbroideringStepping Forward/BackSteps forward/back the stitches actually. The functions of icons are as follow

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC185Chapter 6 Embroidering1. Select the icon and move the cross to the desired position for stepforward/back. Forward Ba

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC186Chapter 6 EmbroideringMoving Embroidery PositionChanges the position of embroidery data. Movement is allowed only in the

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC187Chapter 6 EmbroideringCentering PatternMoves the pattern to the machine home position.1. Select [Move Pattern] from Operatio

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC17Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine2. Software2-1 Necessary SystemsThe following systems are needed for installin

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC188Chapter 6 EmbroideringSaving DataSaves the edited data. The edited data can be saved over the current file or renamed as a

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC189Chapter 6 EmbroideringTestCarries out sensor information check, actuator operation test, test for main shaft rotation, etc.

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC190Chapter 6 EmbroideringRunning Other ProgramsOther programs can be started when the machine power is not turned on or when th

Chapter 7 Operation of Machine

Chapter 7 Operation of MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC1921. Operating Procedures1-1 Power Source1. Turn the power on to the machine.2. Reset the emerge

Chapter 7 Operation of MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC1932. Stopping the Machine2-1 Procedure to Stop the MachinePress the stop button or STOP to stopo

Chapter 7 Operation of MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC1943. Permission for Hoop Movement • When the computer has given a commandto move the embroider

Chapter 7 Operation of MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC1954. Measures against Thread Breakage4-1 Remedies1. If embroidering is suspended due to threadbr

Chapter 7 Operation of MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC1964-2 MendingThe machine head whose MENDING lamp is lit performs embroidering by the preset numb

Chapter 7 Operation of MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC197No.1 Stitch No.2 Stitch No.3 Stitch1. Turn off the MENDING lamp No. 3 at thestandby position A

Precautions• Unauthorized commercial or industrial use of trademarks or copyrighted materials (such aspaintings, drawings, photos, logos, etc.) owned

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC18Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery MachineRelationship among ProgramsWhen the software is started, the program (1) for a

Chapter 7 Operation of MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC1985. Jog Embroidering • Jog embroidering can be used forpreventing the thread from slipping fr

Chapter 7 Operation of MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC199 • If "area over" is displayed, press the check switch. The hoop automatically mo

Chapter 7 Operation of MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC2008. Jog Switches8-1 Hoop Movement to Start PositionThe hoop immediately after the embroidering

Chapter 7 Operation of MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC2018-2 Inching Mode during Embroidering (Forcible Hoop Movement)1. Press the jog switch whilepr

Chapter 7 Operation of MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC202

Chapter 8Creating Production ReportRecords and controls the machine operation.The production report can be created basedon this data. Detailed inform

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC204Functions (Command Reference)File menuOpen Report File Opens the report file. ( page 2

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC205Description of ScreenPrintOpen report file HelpAbout This ApplicationTotal OutputOutput

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC206Displaying ReportDisplays the machine operation status in the form of report. The fol

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC207Display Example of DetailsDisplays the machine information chronologically that are coll

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC19Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine2-5 Basic Operation of SoftwareThis section explains the basics of using the s

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC208Display Example of Thread Breakage Information on Needle BarDisplays the information on

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC209Display Example of Thread breakage Information in PatternDisplays thread breakage inform

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC210Display Example of Output InformationDisplays the production information that are collec

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC211Details of reason for stoppageInterrupted Frequency and total time stopped by the operat

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC212Display Example of Total Output InformationDisplays the output information per pattern o

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC213Setting Display ItemsSets display items for each production report. The following tab

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC214 CollateSelects the data collection period. If month, week or day is selected, set t

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC215Thread Breakage Information on Needle Bar Main items to be displayedNo. of thread bre

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC216Output InformationTime is calculated to the unit of second, but the display unit is in m

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC217Total Output InformationTime is calculated to the unit of second, but the display unit i

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC20Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine Double-clickPress the left mouse button twice continuously. Do not leave

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC218Recess Time SettingSets the time not to be included in the calculation. This time is di

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC219Save As CSV...Converts the production report data to CSV format that can be read in spre

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC220Printing Production ReportPrints the production report from a printer.Page SetupPrinting

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC221Copying Report DataCopies the selected area as text data. This allows use of the produc

Chapter 8 Creating Production ReportBES-940BC • BES-1240BC222Deleting ReportDeletes the record data for production report.1. Select [Delete report fi

Chapter 9 Maintenance

Chapter 9 MaintenanceBES-940BC • BES-1240BC224Turn off the power switch before starting maintenance.Failure to do so may start the machine unintenti

Chapter 9 MaintenanceBES-940BC • BES-1240BC2252. OilingTo extend the machine's service life, supply oil to the following places at regular inte

Chapter 9 MaintenanceBES-940BC • BES-1240BC226 BES-940BCLubricate the following part indicated by the arrow ("clearance" between the co

Chapter 9 MaintenanceBES-940BC • BES-1240BC2273. GreasingTo extend the machine's service life, supply grease to the following places at regular

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC21Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery MachineMenuTool barNames of Screen ComponentsNames of major components on the screen

Chapter 9 MaintenanceBES-940BC • BES-1240BC228BES-1240BC1. Remove two connectors from the rear ofthe needle bar case.2. Loosen four screws q, and re

Chapter 9 MaintenanceBES-940BC • BES-1240BC229wroqiuu!1!2yto!0ew!3!4rqqqqqqwretqBES-940BC1. Remove two connectors from the rear ofthe needle bar cas

Chapter 9 MaintenanceBES-940BC • BES-1240BC230BES-1240BC1. Remove two connectors from the rear ofthe needle bar case.2. Loosen four screws q, and re

Chapter 9 MaintenanceBES-940BC • BES-1240BC231rqwtet3-2 Feed Guide Section Check the X-feed linear guides (2 positions) and the Y-feed linear gui

Chapter 9 MaintenanceBES-940BC • BES-1240BC2323-3. Lower shaft module1. Remove the peripheral parts so that the topof the case cover of the lower sh

Chapter 9 MaintenanceBES-940BC • BES-1240BC2337. Turn on the power of the sewing machine and measure the out-of-step limit of the lower shaftmodule

Chapter 9 MaintenanceBES-940BC • BES-1240BC234

Chapter 10 Standard Adjustment

Chapter 10 Standard AdjustmentBES-940BC • BES-1240BC236Turn off the power switch and pull out the plugbefore starting adjustment. Failure to do so ma

Chapter 10 Standard AdjustmentBES-940BC • BES-1240BC2371. Dismount the pulley cover and turn the pulley q until the pulley scale indicates 180˚ and t

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC22Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery MachineSelection of MenuProcessing of software is carried out by giving a command. A

Chapter 10 Standard AdjustmentBES-940BC • BES-1240BC238180°qqw!0Do not hitthis section.!0Tighten thescrew u so thatthe clearancecan be even.iuoueryti

Chapter 10 Standard AdjustmentBES-940BC • BES-1240BC2391. Turn the pulley q until the scale of pulley q indicates 180˚ (where the pulley indication m

Chapter 10 Standard AdjustmentBES-940BC • BES-1240BC240qLowershaft2. Replacing (Attaching) Rotary Hook1. Turn the power switch off.2. Tighten the scr

Chapter 10 Standard AdjustmentBES-940BC • BES-1240BC241wer2mm2mmt0.3~0.5mm3. Adjustment of Clearance Between Needle and Rotary Hook1. Turn the power

Chapter 10 Standard AdjustmentBES-940BC • BES-1240BC242Rotaryhook's point1502004. Adjustment of Timing Between Needle and Rotary Hook1. Turn the

Chapter 10 Standard AdjustmentBES-940BC • BES-1240BC2437. After timing adjustment the is finished foreach head, set the pulley to the stopposition (a

Chapter 10 Standard AdjustmentBES-940BC • BES-1240BC244qwrtweq1mm6. Adjustment of Thread Trimmer6-1 Attaching the Fixed KnifeAttach the fixed knife q

Chapter 10 Standard AdjustmentBES-940BC • BES-1240BC245 * Precautions for tightening the two bolts e:• The thread trimmer connecting rod B qhas a ba

Chapter 10 Standard AdjustmentBES-940BC • BES-1240BC246qwew7. Adjusting the Belt TensionThe belt Tension is adjusted to the optimum tension at the ti

Chapter 11 List of Error Codes

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC23Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine2-6. Handling of floppy diskDo not remove the disk out of the drive during the

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC248Chapter 11 List of Error CodesE-00E-01E-02E-03E-04E-05E-06E-07E-08E-09E-0AE-0BE-0CE-0DE-0EE-14E-15E-16E-17No error occurs.Ei

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC249Chapter 11 List of Error CodesX-axis stepping motor connector errorDistination coordinates errorThe machine has reached the

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC250Chapter 11 List of Error CodesNeedle overhang (+X, +Y)Needle overhang (-X)Needle overhang (-X, +Y)Needle overhang (-Y)Needle

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC251Chapter 11 List of Error CodesCode Error MeasuresE-B7E-B8E-B9E-BAE-BCE-BDE-BEE-BFE-C1E-C2E-C3E-C4E-C5E-C6E-C7E-C8Lower shaft

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC252Chapter 11 List of Error CodesE-C9E-CAE-CBE-CDE-CEE-CFE-D0E-D1E-D2E-D3E-E1E-E2E-E3E-E4E-E5E-E6E-E7E-E8Embroidering start err

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC253Chapter 11 List of Error CodesCode Error MeasuresE-E9E-EAE-EBE-ECE-EDE-EFE-F1E-F2E-F3E-F4E-F5E-F6E-F7E-F8E-F9E-FAE-FBE-FFThi

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC254Chapter 11 List of Error Codes

Chapter 12 TroubleshootingIf there is any indication of trouble with themachine, check and correct as described inthe table. If the trouble cannot b

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC256Chapter 12 Trouble Shooting• Is thread tension too high?• Is the rotary hook assembly clogged?• Is there thread in the bobbi

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC257Chapter 12 Trouble Shooting• Is the thread take-up stopped due to interference with the uppercase cover?[Adjustment]Loosen t

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC24Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery MachineProtecting data in floppy disksWrite-protection is available for a floppy disk

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC258Chapter 12 Trouble ShootingElectrical SectionCautions • Be sure to turn off the power of the machine and unplug the power

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC259Chapter 12 Trouble ShootingSymptom MeasuresThe needle stop position error oc-curs.• Is the main shaft brake solenoid operati

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC260Chapter 12 Trouble ShootingSymptom MeasuresX-axis or Y-axis home position de-tection error occurs.• Was the XY carriage movi

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC261Chapter 12 Trouble ShootingSymptom MeasuresThread is frequently tangled in therotary hook.• Is thread tangled in the rotary

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC262Chapter 12 Trouble ShootingSymptom MeasuresLower shaft motor overcurrent erroroccurs.• Is the red LED for the BC PCB off? If

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC263Chapter 12 Trouble ShootingSymptom MeasuresEmbroidering data buffer empty,Embroidering start error occurs.NOTEThis error may

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC264Chapter 12 Trouble ShootingSymptom MeasuresOnly cooling fan motor stops. • Check to see if the cooling fans on the left of t

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC265Chapter 12 Trouble ShootingSymptom MeasuresX-axis motor overcurrent stop oc-curs.• Measure the resistance values of pin 1 an

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC266Chapter 12 Trouble ShootingSymptom MeasuresJump solenoid does not operate. • Check to see if connection from the jump soleno

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC267Chapter 12 Trouble ShootingThe lower shaft module is faulty. 1. Turn off the power of the machine.2. Disconnect P1, P3, and

Chapter 2Preparation of Embroidery Machine

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC268Chapter 12 Trouble Shooting The power lamp does not light upwhen the computer power switchis turned on. The display does

Connection and Installationof Optional Equipment

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC270Connection and Installation of Optional Equipmentqeoiyturw1. Attaching Bobbin Winder1. Mount two pieces of bobbin stand L w o

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC271Connection and Installation of Optional Equipment Winding lower threadtuyrieowq1. Turn the power switch on.2. Set the bobb

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC272Connection and Installation of Optional EquipmentGN DATA COM GNT27 RS-232C interface * GNT27RS cable assembly(female) S17064-

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC273Connection and Installation of Optional EquipmentMaker Type Name VoltageGNT27-100V(assembly)CodeGNT27 100 VacS18444-000GN DAT

INSTRUCTION MANUALBROTHER INDUSTRIES,LTD. NAGOYA,JAPANPrinted in Japan155-940,C40S93940-002

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC261. Names of Machine Components BES-940BCThread tension switchThread guide BThre

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC27Embroidery hoop • Tubular square hoop 30 x 43 (4) • Holder base 30 x 43 (4)• Tubul

1BES-940BC • BES-1240BCThank you very much for buying a BROTHER sewing machine. Before using your new machine,please read the safety instructions belo

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC28aaEmbroidery machines should be installed onlyby trained engineers.Electric wiring

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC29RopeL-shaped steelRectangular bar When using a cranePlace two rectangular bars

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC302-2 Installation of Machine1. Place the attached cushion sheets w andleveling plat

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC312-3 Preparation of needle bar case BES-940BC1. Loosen the bolt q and set screw

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC32 BES-1240BC1. Remove 3 pieces of fixing screw q, loosen 2 pieces of screw w and

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC33qwreewq2-4 Mounting of Table Mounting of F table1. Tentatively mount the F tabl

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC34qeLower by 1 mmPiniouyt4. Mount four drilling bolts i, four spring washers !0, and

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC35eiretyuww1. Dismount the F table R t, M y, and L u once, and lower the F table sup

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC36!0ouyt!03. Fix the legs and the table using the F table stays A (2 pcs.) o and B (

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC372-5 Mounting of Cotton Stand BES-940BC1. Attach four thread guide support bars

2BES-940BC • BES-1240BCBe sure to wear protective goggles and gloveswhen handling the lubricating oil or grease, sothat no oil or grease gets into you

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC381. Attach four thread guide support bars w to the cotton stand assembly q, while f

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC39CAUTION2-6 Lubrication to Needle Bar CaseProper lubrication is necessary for keepi

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC402-7 Connection of Personal Computer to Machines (for connecting 4 sets)1. Turn off

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC414. Connect the interface board female connector and the control box connector SBUS

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC422-8 Connection of Power Supply Uninterruptive power supplyThis unit is for prot

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC432-9 Installation of SoftwareUse an attached CD-R for installing software. If a pe

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC443. Preparation for EmbroideringTurn off the power switch before starting preparati

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC45 BES-1240BC4. Pass the thread through the hole of the upper thread guide (U), w

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC463. Pass the thread through the upper hole of the 2nd pretension. Push up the tens

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC47wwqqe3-2 Replacement of BobbinNote) Remove dust, lint and oil from the bobbin case

3BES-940BC • BES-1240BCBe sure to wear protective goggles and gloveswhen handling the lubricating oil or grease, sothat no oil or grease gets into you

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC48qw3-3 Replacing and Selecting Needle Removing needleLoosen the set screw q and

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC493-4 Attachment of Embroidery Hoop and Frame Tubular square hoopwqreyut1. Insert

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC50 • By changing the tubular round arm mounting width, various sizes can be set.No

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC51yrytiyrqwee, tu1mm1mm Holder base (optional)Attaching the holder base frame1. S

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC526. Check that the clearance between the Y-axis cover u and the mounted holder base

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC53rqrw3. When the mounting pitch of the holder base is 550 mm, mount the holder base

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC54 Sash frame (optional)Attaching the sash frame1. Set the table. (Refer to &quo

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC553-5 Flat Frame Every Other Head OperationWhen sewing with the flat frame, the sewi

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC563-6 Adjustment of Thread Tension0.7~1.3N(70~130gf) Adjustment of upper threadAd

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC57To loosenTo tighten0.15~0.3N(15~30gf)2. For adjusting the height, loosen the screw

4BES-940BC • BES-1240BC3 Warning labels* The following warning labels appear on the sewing machine.Please follow the instructions on the labels at all

Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery MachineBES-940BC • BES-1240BC58

Chapter 3Embroidering ProceduresAfter installation of machine and setting-upof the personal computer (PC), start embroi-dering. This chapter explains

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC60Chapter 3 Embroidering ProceduresFunctions of Operation PanelOperation PanelSTARTSTARTStarts embroidering.Restarts after movi

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC61Chapter 3 Embroidering ProceduresChecks the embroidering area.Exits from embroidering mode. Press this switch while holding

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC62Chapter 3 Embroidering ProceduresSwitches at Machine HeadsBES-940BC BES-1240BCBetween head No.1 and No.2Between head No.3 and

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC63Chapter 3 Embroidering Procedures THREAD SENSOR lampWhen red light is on, thread breakage sensor is functioning. When the

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC64Chapter 3 Embroidering ProceduresFlowchart of Preparation for EmbroideringTurn on the machine power. ( page 65).Run PC.Regis

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC65Chapter 3 Embroidering ProceduresRun the Software1. Select [Program] - [Brother Embroidery System] - [Ecsc] from the Startmen

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC66Chapter 3 Embroidering ProceduresRegister the Machine NameEnter the machine name if the software is run for the first time or

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC67Chapter 3 Embroidering ProceduresStart Embroidering1. Check that the READY lamp on the machine operation panel is on.2. Press

5BES-940BC • BES-1240BCBelt coverFinger guard BES-940BC47532631712

BES-940BC • BES-1240BC68Chapter 3 Embroidering Procedures

Chapter 4Selecting and TransferringEmbroidery DataClicking on the machine controller bringsup a screen which allows selecting or trans-ference of re

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC70Functions (Command Reference)File menuNew Creates a new directory. ( pa

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC71Description of ScreenSort by DateSort by ColorsSort by StitchesImageListR

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC72Creating a DirectoryCreates a new directory. A directory can be created

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC73Transferring dataTransfer registered embroidery data to the machine contr

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC743. Set the number of feeds for trim. Select the number of feeds or speci

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC75CopyCopies embroidery data. Select from the menu or drag the data icon

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC76Moving DataMoves embroidery data to a different directory. Select from

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC77Deleting DataDeletes embroidery data.1. Click data for selection.The fram

6BES-940BC • BES-1240BCProcedure of Reading This ManualExplanation of modelsThis manual explains two models:- BES-940BC (9 needles)- BES-1240BC (12 ne

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC78Recreate an iconCreates an icon of data for other models. Icons of the

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC79Select allSelects all the data in the folder displayed. Only copying,

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC80Renaming DataRenames the registered embroidery data. Data name consist

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC81Finding DataRetrieves and views embroidery data.1. Select [Find Files] fr

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC82Finding Files With Wildcard CharactersWildcard characters can be used as

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC83Adjusting Screen DisplaySelects the information type to display on the sc

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC84Reading Data in Floppy DiskReads data in a floppy disk and registers it a

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC854. Set feed counts for thread breakage. Select the number of feeds orspe

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC86Converting the Non DOS format dataViewing FilesTo view files of FDR, FMC

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC87 Viewing IconClick . Preview and RefreshThe data image can be disp

7BES-940BC • BES-1240BCChapter 9 MaintenanceDescribes appropriate maintenance of the machine.Chapter 10 Standard AdjustmentExplains how to adjust the

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC883. Select data to read and click [OK].4. The image of the selected patter

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC895. Set feed counts for thread breakage. Select the number of feeds orspe

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC90Reading Data in Paper TapeSaves data in paper tape as embroidery data.

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC915. The image of the selected pattern appears.6. Select the directory to s

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC92Settings for Data ReadingSets up the interface and data transfer speed of

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC93Writing Data in DST FormatConvert the ECS data into DST data for saving.1

Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC94Viewing Pattern InformationDetail information of embroidery data can be c

Chapter 5Editing Embroidery DataClicking of the machine controller bringsup a screen which allows editing of embroi-dery data. This screen allows si

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC96Functions (Command Reference)File menuOpen Selects embroidery data. ( page 99)Merge Add ot

Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery DataBES-940BC • BES-1240BC97Embroidering Start/End Displays the start/end positions of embroidering. ( page 102)Trim a