Brother BES-1260BC User manual

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Procedure of Reading This Manual
Explanation of models
This manual explains two models:
- BES-960BC (9 needles)
- BES-1260BC (12 needles)
Explanation for individual model is provided by identifying the model name. Check
the model before using the machine. The software display is BES-1260BC.
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 environment, and basic software operations.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine
Describes machine installation and preparation to be conducted before starting
embroidering operation.
Chapter 3 Embroidering Procedures
Provides explanations on the operation panel and briefly reviews the flow of
embroidering processes.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data
Explains how to use the Embroidery Data Explorer.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data
Explains how to use the Embroidery Data Editor.
Chapter 6 Embroidering
Explains how to use the Machine Controller.
Chapter 7 Operation of Machine
Provides information on machine operation during embroidering.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report
Explains how to use the production report program.

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Chapter 9 Maintenance
Describes appropriate maintenance of the machine.
Chapter 10 Standard Adjustment
Explains how to adjust the needles.
Chapter 11 List of Error Codes
Provides information on error codes and action to be taken.
Chapter 12 Troubleshooting
Provides troubleshooting for the machine.
Connection and Installation of Optional Equipment
Describes connections between the machine/computer and optional equipment
available.

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Contents
SAFTY INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................... 1
Procedure of Reading This Manual ........................................................... 6
Contents ....................................................................................................... 8
Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine
1. Specifications ..................................................................................... 16
2. Software............................................................................................... 17
2-1. Necessary Systems ...............................................................................17
2-2. Configuration of Software ......................................................................17
2-3. Notes on use..........................................................................................18
2-4. Help........................................................................................................18
2-5. Basic Operation of Software ..................................................................19
2-6. Handling of floppy disk...........................................................................23
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine
1. Names of Machine Components ....................................................... 26
2. Installation ........................................................................................... 28
2-1. Transportation of Machines ...................................................................28
2-2. Installation of Machine ...........................................................................30
2-3. Preparation of needle bar case..............................................................31
2-4. Mounting of Table ..................................................................................33
2-5. Mounting of Cotton Stand ......................................................................37
2-6. Lubrication to Needle Bar Case .............................................................39
2-7. Connection of Personal Computer to Machines (for connecting 4 sets) ..... 40
2-8. Connection of Power Supply .................................................................42
2-9. Installation of Software...........................................................................43
3. Preparation for Embroidering............................................................ 44
3-1. Upper Threading....................................................................................44
3-2. Replacement of Bobbin .........................................................................47
3-3. Replacing and Selecting Needle............................................................48
3-4. Attachment of Embroidery Hoop and Frame .........................................49
3-5. Bed Retract ............................................................................................55
3-6. Adjustment of Thread Tension...............................................................57
Chapter 3 Embroidering Procedures
Functions of Operation Panel .................................................................. 60
Operation Panel ................................................................................................60
Switches at Machine Heads..............................................................................62
Switches on Tension Plate................................................................................62
Flowchart of Preparation for Embroidering ............................................ 64
Run the Software ..............................................................................................65
Turn on the Machine Power ..............................................................................65

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Register the Machine Name..............................................................................65
Retrieve the Embroidery Data...........................................................................66
Start Embroidering ............................................................................................66
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data
Functions (Command Reference) ............................................................ 68
Description of Screen ............................................................................... 69
Creating a Directory .................................................................................. 70
Selecting Data ........................................................................................... 71
Copy ........................................................................................................... 73
Select from Menu ..............................................................................................73
Drag Data..........................................................................................................73
Moving Data ............................................................................................... 74
Select from Menu ..............................................................................................74
Drag Data..........................................................................................................74
Deleting Data ............................................................................................. 75
Renaming Data .......................................................................................... 76
Finding Data............................................................................................... 77
Adjusting Screen Display ......................................................................... 79
Reading Data in Floppy Disk .................................................................... 80
Reading DOS Format Data...............................................................................80
Other Data.........................................................................................................82
Reading Data in Paper Tape ..................................................................... 85
Settings for Data Reading ........................................................................ 87
Writing Data in DST Format...................................................................... 88
Viewing Data Information ......................................................................... 89
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data
Functions (Command Reference) ............................................................ 92
Description of Screen ............................................................................... 94
Opening Embroidery Data ........................................................................ 95
Setting Display .......................................................................................... 96
Centering...........................................................................................................96
Zoom.................................................................................................................96
Needle Penetration ...........................................................................................98
Embroidering Start/End.....................................................................................98
Trim and pause .................................................................................................98
Needle Bar and Speed Range ..........................................................................99
Thread Color ...................................................................................................101
Tool Bar...........................................................................................................102

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Status Bar .......................................................................................................102
Back to Previous Status ......................................................................... 103
Undo................................................................................................................103
Redo................................................................................................................103
Editing ...................................................................................................... 104
Rotate..............................................................................................................104
Horizontal Flip .................................................................................................105
Vertical Flip .....................................................................................................105
Point Symmetry...............................................................................................105
Repeat.............................................................................................................105
Resize .............................................................................................................107
Delete 0 Stitch.................................................................................................107
Insert or Delete Code......................................................................................108
Insert Lock Stitch.............................................................................................109
Changing Data ......................................................................................... 110
Changing Start ................................................................................................110
Changing End .................................................................................................111
Mask................................................................................................................112
Group........................................................................................................ 113
Setting Group for Repetition............................................................................114
Selecting from Menu .......................................................................................114
Merge........................................................................................................ 115
Saving Data .............................................................................................. 117
Save ................................................................................................................117
Save As...........................................................................................................118
Viewing Data Information ....................................................................... 119
Printing Data ............................................................................................ 120
Chapter 6 Embroidering
Functions (Command Reference) .......................................................... 122
When the Power to the Machine is Off............................................................122
When the Power to the Machine is On............................................................122
Description of Screen ............................................................................. 125
Settings before Turning On the Machine .............................................. 126
Displaying the Tool Bar ...................................................................................126
Displaying the Status Bar................................................................................127
Upgrading the Version of Interface Board.......................................................127
Resetting Interface Board ...............................................................................127
Communication Port........................................................................................127
Language ........................................................................................................128
Settings after Turning Power On ........................................................... 129
Tool Bar...........................................................................................................129

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Status Bar .......................................................................................................129
Zoom In ...........................................................................................................129
Zoom Out ........................................................................................................129
Zoom In Specified Range................................................................................130
Fit to Window ..................................................................................................130
Whole Pattern .................................................................................................130
Grid .................................................................................................................131
Hoop................................................................................................................131
Needle Penetration .........................................................................................132
Thread Color ...................................................................................................132
Needle Bar and Speed Range ........................................................................132
Setting Needle Bar..........................................................................................133
Setting Ranges................................................................................................135
Grid Setting .....................................................................................................136
Renaming Machine .........................................................................................136
Viewing Machine Information ..........................................................................137
Design Information..........................................................................................137
Setting Window Display ..................................................................................137
Minimizing and Aligning Windows...................................................................138
Language ........................................................................................................140
Copying Data to Other Machines....................................................................140
Configuration...................................................................................................141
Upgrading the Machine Program ....................................................................141
Setting the Machine ................................................................................ 142
Same Needle Bar............................................................................................142
Same Speed Range........................................................................................143
Speed Range ..................................................................................................144
Head Operation Suspend................................................................................144
Hoop Feed Position.........................................................................................145
Embroidery Area .............................................................................................146
Embroidery Hoop ............................................................................................146
Thread Trimming.............................................................................................149
Boring..............................................................................................................150
Thread Breakage Sensor ................................................................................151
Automatic Step Back.......................................................................................152
Automatic Hoop Feed .....................................................................................152
End of Embroidery ..........................................................................................153
Meuding ..........................................................................................................154
Adjust ..............................................................................................................155
Default Settings...............................................................................................156
Show Setting...................................................................................................157
Load Setting ....................................................................................................158
Save Setting....................................................................................................159
Load Hoop.......................................................................................................160

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Embroidering ........................................................................................... 162
Starting Embroidering .....................................................................................162
Moving the Home Position ..................................................................... 164
Step-forward/Step-back .......................................................................... 165
Entering in the Step-forward/Step-back Mode ................................................165
Setting Step-forward/Back Distance or Timing ...............................................166
Stepping Forward/Back...................................................................................167
Resuming Embroidering..................................................................................168
Moving Embroidery Position.................................................................. 169
Centering Pattern .................................................................................... 170
Saving Data .............................................................................................. 171
Save ................................................................................................................171
Save As...........................................................................................................171
Test ........................................................................................................... 173
Running Other Programs ....................................................................... 174
Chapter 7 Operation of Machine
1. Operating Procedures ...................................................................... 176
1-1. Power Source ......................................................................................176
1-2. Preparation for Embroidering...............................................................176
2. Resetting Emergency Stop .............................................................. 177
3. Permission for Hoop Movement...................................................... 177
4. Measures against Thread Breakage ............................................... 178
4-1. Remedies.............................................................................................178
4-2. Mending ...............................................................................................179
5. Jog Embroidering ............................................................................. 181
6. Hoop Feed Position .......................................................................... 181
7. Area Check ........................................................................................ 182
7-1. External Tracing...................................................................................182
7-2. Automatic Hoop Movement in Area .....................................................182
8. Jog Switches ..................................................................................... 183
8-1. Hoop Movement to Start Position ........................................................183
8-2. Inching Mode during Embroidering (Forcible Hoop Movement) ..........184
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report
Functions (Command Reference) .......................................................... 186
Descriptions of Screen ........................................................................... 187
Displaying Report.................................................................................... 188
Display Example of Details .............................................................................189
Display Example of Thread Breakage Information Needle Bar.......................190
Display Example of Thread Breakage Information in Pattern .........................191

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Display Example of Output Information...........................................................192
Display Example of Total Output Information..................................................194
Setting Display Items .............................................................................. 195
General ...........................................................................................................195
Details .............................................................................................................196
Thread Breakage Information on Needle Bar .................................................197
Thread Breakage Information in Pattern.........................................................197
Output Information ..........................................................................................198
Total Output Information .................................................................................199
Recess Time Setting .......................................................................................200
Save As CSV... ......................................................................................... 201
Printing Production Report .................................................................... 202
Page Setup .....................................................................................................202
Print.................................................................................................................202
Copying Report Data............................................................................... 203
Deleting Report........................................................................................ 204
Chapter 9 Maintenance
1. Cleaning Rotary Hook ...................................................................... 206
2. Oiling.................................................................................................. 207
3. Greasing ............................................................................................ 209
3-1. Head ....................................................................................................209
3-2. Feed Guide Section .............................................................................213
Chapter 10 Standard Adjustment
1. Adjusting Needle Bar Height ........................................................... 216
2. Replacing (Attaching) Rotary Hook ................................................ 220
3. Adjustment of Clearance Between Needle and Rotary Hook ....... 221
4. Adjustment of Timing Between Needle and Rotary Hook ............ 222
5. Adjustment of Presser Foot Height ................................................ 224
6. Adjustment of Thread Trimmer ....................................................... 225
6-1. Attaching the Fixed Knife .....................................................................225
6-2. Checking the Movable Knife Position ..................................................225
Chapter 11 List of Error Codes
Chapter 12 Troubleshooting
Mechanical Section ................................................................................. 232
Electrical Section .................................................................................... 234

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Personal Computer Section ................................................................... 235
Connection and Installation of Optional Equipment
1. Attaching Bobbin Winder................................................................. 238
2. Tape Reader ...................................................................................... 240

Chapter 1
An Introduction of Embroidery Machine

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Chapter 1 An Introduction of Sewing Machine
Embroidery machine used 9 needle embroidery machine head 12 needle embroidery machine head
(six-head type) (six-head type)
Application Pattern embroidery
Sewing speed Maximum 1000 spm
450 (V) x 400 (H) mm (border frame area)
Sewing area 430 (V) x 300 (H) mm (tubular square hoop 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 drive
Stitch length 0.1 ~ 12.7 mm (minimum pitch: 0.1 mm)
3.5 2DD floppy disk (Tajima format)
Storage medium Paper tape with 25.4 mm width/8 holes (Tajima, Barudan, Zanks)
3.5 2HD floppy disk (the equivalent to Tajima format)
3.52DDfloppydisk(BarudanFDR/FMCformat)
Thread trimming Automatic thread trimmer
Needle thread breakage Needle thread breakage detector
Power supply Single phase 200 V, 50/60 Hz, 1.7kVA
Weight 720 kg 720 kg
(Before assembly) 3650 (W) x 810 (L) x 1650 (H) mm
Dimensions (After setup) 3650 (W) x 1400 (L) x 1650 (H) mm
(Distance between machine heads) 400 mm
Options Paper tape reader, Embroidery hoops in different sizes, Bobbin winder,
Parts for boring
1. Specifications

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2. Software
2-1 Necessary Systems
The following systems are needed for installing the software.
• Personal computer with a CPU of Intel Pentium 133 MHz or above
(150 MHz or above is recommended.)
• Memory of 16 MB or above (32 MB or above is recommended.)
• Free space of 100 MB or above in the hard disk
• 3.5 floppy disk drive
• CD-ROM drive
• Video card of 1024 x 768 resolution in 256 colors
(1280 x 1024 in 65000 colors is recommended.)
• Windows 95
2-2 Configuration of Software
This software is mainly composed of the following four programs. The software is
provided on CD-R.
(1) Embroidery Machine Controller
(2) Embroidery Data Explorer
(3) Embroidery Data Editor
(4) Production Report
Program Functions
(1) Machine Controller
This program controls embroidering operation of the machine.
A embroidering status can be displayed on the screen in real time, and data for
operating the machine can be set.
(2) Embroidery Data Explorer
This program handles files of embroidery data on patterns.
Transmission of embroidery data to the machine, as well as copy, move and
retrieval of a file are available by means of this program. Embroidery data can
be converted from the paper tape or floppy disk.
(3) Embroidery Data Editor
This program allows editing of data on embroidering operation including scaling,
rotation, color change, etc.
(4) Production Report
This program is for collecting data on actual embroidering operation and
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Relationship among Programs
When the software is started, the program (1) for actuating the machine starts first.
Next, embroidery data is called by the program (2). Use the program (3), when
required, for editing and embroidering. The embroidery data is totaled by the
program (4).
The programs (2), (3), and (4) can be started from the menu of the program (1).
Each program can also be started independently.
（1）
Machine
Controller
（2）
Embroidery
Data Explorer
（4）
Production
report
（3）
Embroidery
Data Editor
Effective only when this is
independently started
2-3 Notes on use
• Do not start other application software while the machine controller is used.
• Do not set the screen saver.
To cancel setting, select the "Screen saver" on the "Control panel" screen and
set "Not used".
• Set the computer not to use the system agent included in the Windows 95 PLUS.
2-4 Help
The software is equipped with an on-line help function as an accessory.
Click , then the icon of the desired item. A message is displayed to explain the
meaning and usage of the item. Pressing the [F1] key brings up the help screen of
the application for your reference.

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2-5 Basic Operation of Software
This section explains the basics of using the software. It covers only the operating
procedures that are commonly used for the software. If there are any special
operating procedures inherent to a program, they are explained in each section.
How to Use the Mouse
When selecting an icon or a menu displayed on the screen, move the white arrow
pointer on the screen to the required position, then press the button on the mouse.
Place the mouse on a flat, smooth surface and move it by sliding on it. The white
arrow pointer moves along the mouse motion.
The mouse has two buttons. The left one is used in general. There are three ways
of operating the mouse button as described below:
■Click
Press the left button of the mouse once.
"Click [xx]" means moving the white arrow pointer to "xx" and pressing the left
button once.

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■Double-click
Press the left mouse button twice continuously. Do not leave a long pause in
between.
"Double-click [xx]" means moving the white arrow pointer to "xx" and pressing
the left button twice continuously.
■Drag
Move the mouse while holding down the left button.
Dragging is used for defining an area.

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Menu
Tool bar
Names of Screen Components
Names of major components on the screen of the machine controller are described
below:
■Menu
Processing of software is carried out by giving relative commands.
Commands are divided in groups and stored in each menu. The menu displayed
on the screen changes depending on the program which is currently active.
■Tool bar
A command is executed by clicking a relative icon (illustrated button) on the
screen. If it is hard to recognize icons from illustrations, move the white arrow
pointer to the icon. The name of the icon is displayed.
■Scroll bar, scroll box, and scroll arrow
Some patterns may not be displayed entirely on the screen. Use the scroll bar to
see hidden parts of the pattern into view.
When displaying the right part, for example, click the scroll arrow at the right end.
The box in the scroll bar moves to the right. By dragging the scroll box to the
right, the screen can scroll quickly.
The vertical scroll bar can be used in the same way.
■Status bar
This bar is for displaying a brief description of the selected command.
Dimmed icons cannot
be used unless an
appropriate item is
selected.
Downward
movement
Rightward movement
Upward
movement
Scroll bar
Status bar
Leftward movement

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Selection of Menu
Processing of software is carried out by giving a command. A command can be
given by the mouse as described below:
1. Move the arrow pointer to a menu name and click there.
2. A list of commands is displayed. Click the required command.
When the arrow pointer is moved to another menu while a list of commands is displayed, those
of the latter menu are displayed.
Dimmed commands
cannot be used unless
an appropriate item is
selected.
Commands with a smark
have sub menus.
The check mark (√)
indicates that the
command is selected.

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Do not force open the shutter for
direct contact with the magnetic
area.
Do not store floppy disks in an
extremely high or low ambient
temperature.
Do not use or store floppy disks in a
dusty place.
Do not bend the disk. Do not put
things on the disk.
Do not bring disks near magnetic
matters such as magnetic
screwdriver or the back side of the
programmer.
Do not use floppy disks under high
humidity.
Do not store floppy disks under
direct sunlight.
Avoid contact with solvent or drink.
2-6. Handling of floppy disk
Do not remove the disk out of the drive during the access lamp is lit.

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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.

Chapter 2
Preparation of Embroidery Machine