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INSTRUCTION MANUAL 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.
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1 BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 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.
2 BES-962BC • BES-1262BC The ambient temperature should be within the range of 5 ° C to 35 ° C during use. Temperatures which are lower or higher than this may cause problems with correct operation. The relative humidity should be within the range of 45% to 85% during use, and no dew forma- tion should occur in any devices.
3 BES-962BC • BES-1262BC Be sure to wear protective goggles and gloves when handling the lubricating oil or grease, so that no oil or grease gets into your eyes or onto your skin, otherwise inflammation can result. Furthermore, do not drink the oil or grease un- der any circumstances, as they can cause vom- iting and diarrhoea.
4 BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 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.
5 BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 2 1 7 1 6 3 4 5 7 3 2 Belt cover Finger guard BES-962BC.
6 BES-962BC • BES-1262BC Procedure of Reading This Manual Explanation of models This manual explains two models: - BES-962BC (9 needles) - BES-1262BC (12 needles) Explanation for individual model is provided by identifying the model name. Check the model before using the machine.
7 BES-962BC • BES-1262BC Chapter 9 Maintenance Describes appropriate maintenance of the machine. Chapter 10 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.
8 BES-962BC • BES-1262BC Contents SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................ 1 Procedure of Reading This Manual ........................................................... 6 Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine 1.
9 BES-962BC • BES-1262BC Register the Machine Name .............................................................................. 64 Retrieve the Embroidery Data ........................................................................... 64 Start Embroidering .
10 BES-962BC • BES-1262BC Trim and pause ............................................................................................... 100 Microstitch ................................................................................................
11 BES-962BC • BES-1262BC Upgrading the Version of Interface Board ....................................................... 131 Reset Interface Board ..................................................................................... 131 Communication Port .
12 BES-962BC • BES-1262BC End of embroidery ........................................................................................... 160 Mending .....................................................................................................
13 BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 5. Jog Embroidering ............................................................................... 196 6. Hoop Feed Position ............................................................................ 196 7. Area Check ..
14 BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 3. Greasing ............................................................................................... 226 3-1 Head ......................................................................................................
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 15 Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 16 Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine Embroidery machine used 9 needle embroidery machine head 12 needle embroidery machine head (six-head type) (six-head type) A.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 17 Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine 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.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 18 Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine 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.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 19 Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine 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.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 20 Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine 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.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 21 Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine 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.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 22 Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine 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.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 23 Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine 2-6. Handling of floppy disk Do not remove the disk out of the drive during the access lamp is lit. 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.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 24 Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine 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.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 25 Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 26 Thread tension switch Thread guide B Thread guide C Thread guide A Cotton stand F table Head switch Leg Control box Operation pa.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 27 Lift forks The central seal Embroidery machines should be installed only by trained engineers. Electric wiring should be laid by your distribu- tor or electric experts. The sewing machine weighs more than 720 kg.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 28 When using a crane Place two rectangular bars on the four L-shaped steels on the bottom of the machine steel frame.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 29 2-2 Installation of Machine 1. Place an adjustment bolt base r , a rubber cushion 10 e (provided with the machine), and PE sheet w under each of four adjustment bolts M20 q . The adjustment bolt base must be on the rubber cushion.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 30 2-3 Preparation of Needle Bar Case BES-962BC 1. Loosen the bolt q and set screw o , and move the needle case w to the left.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 31 r q t o w i u o q e y BES-1262BC 1. Remove 3 pieces of fixing screw q , loosen 2 pieces of screw w and remove the color change cover e . 2. Remove the bolts r and detach the fixing bracket for transportation from the bridge and the connecting shaft.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 32 2-4 Mounting of Table Preparation for mounting the F table 1. Tentatively mount the F table guides UN q and L w on both sides of the legs using two bolts each. 2. Tentatively mount three F table supports F e on the leg front using two bolts each.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 33 1. Attach four hexagon socket head cap screws to each of F table parts R q , M (2 pcs) w , and L e from the back. 2. Mount the F table parts from L e in order. Insert the bent part (lower) of F table guide UN r into the guide.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 34 Note) If the F table is kept at the height adjusted for embroidering with tubular square hoop, the cap frame may interfere with the table. Lower the table by one level in this instance.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 35 1. Attach four hexagon socket head cap screws to each of F table parts R q , M (2 pcs) w , and L e from the back. 2. Mount the F table parts from L e in order. Insert the bent part (upper) of F table guide UN r into the guide.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 36 e r w t q 2-5 Mounting of Cotton Stand BES-962BC 1. Attach four thread guide support bars w to the cotton stand assembly q , while fitting into the four holes. 2. Mount the thread guide assembly e on the thread guide support bars w using the four screws r .
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 37 1. Attach four thread guide support bars w to the cotton stand assembly q , while fitting into the four holes. 2. Mount the thread guide assembly e on the thread guide support bars w using the four screws r .
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 38 CAUTION 2-6 Lubrication to Needle Bar Case Proper lubrication is necessary for keeping the machine head in good condition.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 39 2-7 Connection of Personal Computer to Machines (for connecting 4 sets) 1. Turn off the power switch. 2. Open the cover of the personal computer and insert an interface board into the slot for the PCI bus.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 40 4. Connect the interface board female connector and the control box connector SBUS1 of the first machine using an IF cable. 5. Connect the control box connector SBUS2 of the first machine and the control box connector SBUS1 of the second machine using an IF cable.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 41 2-8 Connection of Power Supply Uninterruptive power supply This unit is for protecting a personal computer from commercial power interruption, voltage drop, and external noise. Use of an uninterruptive power supply is strongly recommended.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 42 2-9 Installation of Software Use an attached CD-R for installing software. If a personal computer with no CD-R drive unit is used, connect a drive unit to the computer. 1. Set the CD-R for installation.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 43 3. Preparation for Embroidering Turn off the power switch before starting preparation. Failure to do so may start the machine unintentionally through an accidental activation of the START switch, resulting in bodily injuries.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 44 BES-1262BC No.2,5,8,11 No.1,4,7,10 Needle Bar No.3,6,9,12 3. Pass the thread through the upper hole of the 2nd pretension. Push up the thread guide tension disc with your finger, and pass it from the left to the lower hole.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 45 2. Pass the thread through the upper hole of the pretension. Push up the thread guide tension disc w with your finger, and pass it from the left to the lower hole. 3. Pass the thread through the upper hole of the 2nd pretension.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 46 0.5mm w q e 3-2 Replacement of Bobbin Note) Remove dust, lint and oil from the bobbin case before replacement. Removing bobbin case 1. Open the rotary hook cover B q . 2. Hold the knob w and take out the bobbin case.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 47 q w 3-3 Replacing and Selecting Needle Removing needle Loosen the set screw q and remove the needle q . Attaching needle With the flat side facing the front, insert the needle all the way until it meets the end of the needle bar.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 48 3-4 Attachment of Embroidery Hoop and Frame Tubular square hoop 1. Insert the fixing pins of the tubular round arms R q and L w into the notches of the X-axis feed frame e . Slide the arm to the right and left and lower the fixing lever r to fix them.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 49 • By changing the tubular round arm mounting width, various sizes can be set. Note) Change the width, referring to the pin position. Note) If two pins cannot be inserted, remove one.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 50 If the tubular round arms cannot be set in a horizontal position (inclined) because of the weight of fabrics, make an adjustment using roller spacers in the following steps. (Four roller spacers are inserted before shipment.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 51 Holder base (optional) Attaching the holder base frame 1. Set the table. (Refer to "2-4 Mounting of Table" (Page 32) for details.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 52 6. Check that the clearance between the Y-axis cover !1 and the mounted holder base frames LN q and RN e is even when viewed from the right and left sides.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 53 r q r w 3. When the mounting pitch of the holder base is 550 mm, mount the holder base vertically to the X-axis feed frame q and holder base frame C w using the thumb bolts r .
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 54 Sash frame (optional) Attaching the sash frame 1. Set the table. (Refer to "2-4 Mounting of Table" (Page 32) for details.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 55 3-5 Adjustment of Thread Tension 0.7~1.3N Adjustment of upper thread Adjust upper thread tension to 0.
Chapter 2 Preparation of Embroidery Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 56 To loosen To tighten 2. For adjusting the height, loosen the screw q and turn the tension spring bracket w . 3. For adjusting the tension spring force, insert a driver tip in the groove of the thread tension bar e and turn it.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 57 Chapter 3 Embroidering Procedures Chapter 3 Embroidering Procedures After installation of machine and setting-up of the personal computer (PC), start embroi- dering. This chapter explains about the op- eration panel on the machine as well as pre- cautions for the actual embroidering process.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 58 Chapter 3 Embroidering Procedures Functions of Operation Panel Operation Panel START Starts embroidering. Restarts after moving the carriage to embroidering start position by using the jog switch. Restarts embroidering after a suspension.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 59 Chapter 3 Embroidering Procedures Checks the embroidering area. Exits from embroidering mode. Press this switch while holding down STOP switch simultaneously to stop embroidering. Moves the hoop automatically when embroidering position is out of the embroidering area.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 60 Chapter 3 Embroidering Procedures Switches at Machine Heads BES-962BC BES-1262BC Between head No.1 and No.2 Between head No.3 and No.4 Between head No.5 and No.6 Between head No.2 and No.3 Between head No.4 and No.5 Stop switch Stops embroidering operation.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 61 Chapter 3 Embroidering Procedures THREAD SENSOR lamp When red light is on, thread breakage sensor is functioning. When the light is off, the sensor is not effective. When the embroidery machine stops due to thread breakage, the lamp flashes.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 62 Chapter 3 Embroidering Procedures Flowchart of Preparation for Embroidering Turn on the machine power. ( page 63). Run PC. Register the machine name for initial start-up ( page 64).
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 63 Chapter 3 Embroidering Procedures Run the Software 1. Select [Program] - [Brother Embroidery System] - [Ecsc] from the Start menu. The software starts up. Turn on the Machine Power 1. Turn on the power to the machine. 2. Reset the emergency stop button.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 64 Chapter 3 Embroidering Procedures Register the Machine Name Enter the machine name if the software is run for the first time or when a new machine is connected. 1. Enter a machine name. 2. Click [OK]. Retrieve the Embroidery Data 1.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 65 Chapter 3 Embroidering Procedures Start Embroidering 1. Check that the READY lamp on the machine operation panel is on. 2. Press to check the embroidering area.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 66 Chapter 3 Embroidering Procedures.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 67 Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data Clicking on the machine controller brings up a screen which allows selecting or trans- ference of registered embroidery data.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 68 Functions (Command Reference) File menu New Creates a new directory. ( page 70) Exit of Selection Transfers embroidery data to the machine controller. ( page 71) Exit Exits from embroidery data explorer.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 69 Description of Screen Sort by Date Sort by Colors Sort by Stitches Image List Rename Delete Move Copy Exit of Selection.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 70 Creating a Directory Creates a new directory. A directory can be created within another directory. 1. Click and select a parent directory in the window on the left. 2. Select [New] - [Folder] from File menu.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 71 Transferring data Transfer registered embroidery data to the machine controller or Embroidery data editor. 1. Double-click data, or click data and . The explorer exits automatically after transferring the selected data.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 72 3. Set the number of feeds for trim. Select the number of feeds or specify the feed length for trimming and click [OK]. The data is transferred and the explorer ends automatically.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 73 Copy Copies embroidery data. Select from the menu or drag the data icon to the destination. Select from Menu 1. Click data for selection. 2. Select [Copy] from Edit menu or click .
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 74 Moving Data Moves embroidery data to a different directory. Select from the menu or drag the data icon to the destination. Select from Menu 1. Click data for selection. 2.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 75 Deleting Data Deletes embroidery data. 1. Click data for selection. The frame of selected data becomes red. 2. Select [Delete] from Edit menu or click . 3. Click [Yes] to delete the selected data.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 76 Recreate an icon Creates an icon of data for other models. Icons of the data created by the following models can be recreated.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 77 Select all Selects all the data in the folder displayed. Only copying, movement, and deletion by drag & drop are enabled when multiple patterns are selected simultaneously.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 78 Renaming Data Renames the registered embroidery data. Data name consists of the name area and three characters called "extension" which indicates data type. Enter ".
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 79 Finding Data Retrieves and views embroidery data. 1. Select [Find Files] from Tool menu. 2. Enter the file name of embroidery data for search. Enter the file name correctly.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 80 Finding Files With Wildcard Characters Wildcard characters can be used as a substitute of a single character or multiple characters. Characters "?" and "*" can be used as wildcard characters for search.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 81 Adjusting Screen Display Selects the information type to display on the screen. Tool bar If it is checked, the tool bar appears. Status bar If it is checked, the status bar appears.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 82 Reading Data in Floppy Disk Reads data in a floppy disk and registers it as embroidery data. The following data formats can be registered. • DOS format data Tajima Data with file name "xxxx.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 83 4. Set feed counts for thread breakage. Select the number of feeds or specify the feed length for trimming and click [OK]. 5. Select the directory to save and name the file.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 84 Converting the Non DOS format data Change ECS data into DST data and save. Viewing Files To view files of FDR, FMC and ZSK data, carry out the following steps: Viewing Detailes Click .
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 85 Viewing Icon Click . Preview and Refresh The data image can be displayed before reading the data. Click the desired icon or the name for display. Click to display the data image.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 86 3. Select data to read and click [OK]. 4. The image of the selected pattern appears.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 87 5. Set feed counts for thread breakage. Select the number of feeds or specify the feed length for trimming and click [OK]. 6. Select the directory to save the file and name the file.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 88 Reading Data in Paper Tape Saves data in paper tape as embroidery data. An optional paper taper reader is required for reading data. Before saving any data, check that the paper tape reader (optional) is connected to PC correctly.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 89 5. The image of the selected pattern appears. 6. Select the directory to save and name the file.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 90 Settings for Data Reading Sets up the interface and data transfer speed of the paper tape reader or external disk drive. 1. Select [Setup] from Tool menu. 2. Select port and speed.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 91 Writing Data in DST Format Convert the ECS data into DST data for saving. 1. Click the desired ECS data to convert into DST data. 2. Select [ECS to DST conversion] from Tool menu.
Chapter 4 Selecting and Transferring Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 92 Viewing Pattern Information Detail information of embroidery data can be checked. The following items can be checked. Pattern name File name and path of embroidery data File Version Version number of the file No.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 93 Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data Clicking of the machine controller brings up a screen which allows editing of embroi- dery data. This screen allows simple pro- cessing of embroidery data and display set- ting of display.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 94 Functions (Command Reference) File menu Open Selects embroidery data. ( page 97) Merge Add other pattern to the pattern in editing. ( page 119) Save Saves the edited embroidery data over the current file.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 95 Embroidering Start/End Displays the start/end positions of embroidering. ( page 100) Trim and pause Displays the code insertion position for trim and pause. ( page 100) Microstitch Displays the position of the stitch whose length is the designated length or less.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 96 Description of Screen Display Range Open Help Print Resize Repeat Zoom In Zoom Out Save Tool Bar Status Bar Rotate Redo Thread color Needl.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 97 Opening Embroidery Data This function is available with embroidery data editor. 1. Select [Open] from File menu or click . Double-click the data or click the data and . 2. Click a file for selection and click [Open].
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 98 Setting Display Sets the condition of the display screen. Items with check marks to the left are selected. Centering Brings the image to the center of the screen. Before selecting After selecting 1.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 99 Zoom Out 1. Select [Zoom] - [Zoom Out] from View menu or click . Repeats zooming of the image by the number of clicks. Before selecting After selecting Range 1. Select [Zoom] - [Range] from View menu or click .
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 100 Needle Penetration Chooses whether or not the needle pevetration positions are displayed. 1. Select [Needle Penetration] from View menu. Before selecting After selecting Embroidering Start/End Displays start and end points as "S" and "E" on the screen respectively.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 101 Microstitch Displays the position of the stitch whose length is the designated length or less with . Length can be designated from 0.0 to 1.0 mm in units of 0.1 mm, or from 0.00' to 0.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 102 A display color can be selected from among the following four items. Basic color which can be selected screen Refer to steps 1 and 2. on the "Color selection" Color sample supplied by a manufacturer Refer to steps 1 and 3.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 103 2. Select a new color on the [Color selection] screen. 3. When selecting a color from a color sample, click maker name or [User] and double click [Color]. 4. When finely adjusting the selected color, click [Medium color].
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 104 5. Select an arbitrary color from basic colors. Click [Define Custom Colors] to create a medium color. 6. Select a color by clicking on the color chart or by inputting a value, and click [OK].
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 105 Changing needle bar allocation 1. Drag the embroidering sequence on the needle bar number. Setting the range 1. Double click the desired needle bar range to change. 2. Click the desired range.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 106 Tool bar Shows/hides the tool bar. The tool bar contains icons with the same functions as the menu. 1. Select [Tool Bar] from View menu. Before selecting After selecting Status Bar Shows/hides the tool status.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 107 Back to Previous Status Undo Makes the edit or change invalid. The screen returns to the state before the change. The screen can return to 3 steps maximum. 1. Select [Undo] from the Edit menu or click .
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 108 Upper le ft Editing Rotate Available range of rotation is -359 to 359 degrees. When the patterns to be repeated are grouped, the whole pattern rotates. When they are not grouped, each pattern rotates in each hoop.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 109 Horizontal Flip Flips the image horizontally. 1. Select [Horizontal Flip] from Edit menu or click . Vertical Flip Flips the image vertically. 1. Select [Vertical Flip] from Edit menu or click .
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 110 The number for repetition is 1 to 100 for both vertical (Row) and horizontal (Column) directions. The unit for repetition can be set in inches. To use the inch unit, set the length to [inch] on the [Configuration] of Tool menu of the machine controller.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 111 Resize Resizes the image. The available range of resizing is 50 to 200% in both the X and Y directions. Resizing changes the thread density along with the percentage. 1. Select [Resize] from Edit menu or click .
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 112 Insert (delete) change color code Insert (delete) pause code Insert (delete) trim code Consecutive step forward specified Step forward sp.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 113 Insert Lock Stitch Find the pattern of [Stitch] - [Trim] for [Before Trimming] and find the pattern of [Trim] - [Feed] - [Stitch] - [Stitch] for [After Trimming], then insert a lock stitch.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 114 Changing Data Changing Start Changes the start position of embroidering. Options Functions Center, upper left corner, middle left corner, Starts embroidering at the specified lower left corner, middle top edge, position.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 115 Changing End Changes the end position of embroidering. Options Functions Center, upper left corner, middle left corner, Ends embroidering at the specified lower left corner, middle top edge, position.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 116 Mask Changes the mask that represents the periphery of embroidery data. Since the automatic mask is a rectangle, the pattern within the hoop may be displayed as an error. In this case, set masking in manual mode.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 117 Group All patterns created in repetition are grouped as a single pattern. The difference between the grouped pattern and the non-grouped pattern is as follows: When the patterns are grouped • Each pattern is displayed in each mask.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 118 Setting Group for Repetition 1. Select [Repeat] in the Edit menu or click . 2. Click the checkbox of [Group] to put a check mark.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 119 Merge Merge other patterns to the pattern in editing. If the pattern to be merged is repetition data, it is automatically grouped and merged. If the pattern to be merged is grouped repetition data, it is merged at the specified position.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 120 3. The pattern mask is displayed in a broken line. Move the mask to the desired position for merging. Click the mouse. Move the mouse while pressing the shift key. The mask moves horizontally and vertically.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 121 Saving Data Saves the edited data. The edited data can be saved over the current file or renamed as a separate file. Save Saves the edited data over the current file. The original data is deleted.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 122 Save As... Renames and saves the edited data as a new file. 1. Select [Save as...] from File menu. 2. Select the directory to save the new file. Enter a new file name. 3. Click [Save]. 4. If the edited data is larger than the mask, choose whether to carry out automatic masking or not.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 123 Viewing Pattern Information Detail information of embroidery data can be checked. The following items can be checked.
Chapter 5 Editing Embroidery Data BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 124 Printing Data Prints data in editing. 1. Select [Print] from File menu or click . Specify the number of copies and other conditions.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 125 Chapter 6 Embroidering Chapter 6 Embroidering The PC controls the machine operation as well as settings of the machine. Note that the menu which appears on the screen de- pends on whether the power to the machine is turned on or off.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 126 Chapter 6 Embroidering Functions (Command Reference) When the Power to the Machine is Off File menu Exit Exits the machine controller. View menu Tool Bar Displays the tool bar. ( page 130) Status bar Displays the status bar.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 127 Chapter 6 Embroidering Operation menu Start Enbroidering Starts embroidering. ( page 177) Stop Machine Suspends embroidering. ( page 178) Cancel Embroidering Cancels embroidering. ( page 178) Home Position Moves the home position.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 128 Chapter 6 Embroidering Settings menu Needle Bar Uses the same needle bar for all embroidering. ( page 149) Same Speed Range Sets the head. ( page 150) Pause Sets whether to stop the needle bars temporarily when changing all the needle bars.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 129 Chapter 6 Embroidering Tool bar Cancel embroidering Suspend embroidering Home position Step-back/step-forward Move pattern Information About This Application Help Zoom in .
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 130 Chapter 6 Embroidering Settings before Turning On the Machine Describes settings available before the machine is turned on.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 131 Chapter 6 Embroidering Displaying the Status Bar Shows/hides the status bar. The status bar provides information on the current status and advice for operation. 1. Select [Status Bar] from View menu and put the check mark.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 132 Chapter 6 Embroidering Language Changes display language. The following three languages are displayed as "Available Languages". English Displays English. Languages system uses Displays the system language of PC. Each respective language Displays the local language.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 133 Chapter 6 Embroidering Settings after Turning Power On Describes settings available after turning power on to the machine. Tool Bar Shows/hides the tool bar. The tool bar contains icons with the same functions as the menu.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 134 Chapter 6 Embroidering Zoom In Specified Range Enlarges the range specified with the mouse to the full window size. 1. Select [Zoom In Specified Range] from Display menu or click . The arrow pointer turns into . 2. Drag and specify the range to zoom in with the mouse.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 135 Chapter 6 Embroidering Grid Displays 1 x 1 cm square grids on the background. 1. Select [Grid] from View menu and put the check mark. Before selecting After selecting Hoop Displays the outline of embroidery hoop. The type of embroidery hoop can be changed in [Load Hoop] of Settings menu.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 136 Chapter 6 Embroidering 2. Designate the adjusting position and click [OK]. The hoop is displayed in a displaced position. Before selecting After selecting Needle Penetration Chooses whether or not the needle penetration positions are displayed.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 137 Chapter 6 Embroidering Thread Color Displays the pattern using colors currently set to the needle bar. Clicking also provides the same function. 1. Select [Thread Color] from View menu and put the check mark. Display color of the image changes.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 138 Chapter 6 Embroidering Changing display colors The color of needle bar changes to the actual color. Changing the thread spool also changes the display color. A confirmation screen to save appears before exiting from embroidering or retrieving other data.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 139 Chapter 6 Embroidering 2. Select a new color on the [Color selection] screen. 3. When selecting a color from a color sample, click maker name or [User] and double click [Color]. 4. When finely adjusting the selected color, click [Medium color].
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 140 Chapter 6 Embroidering 5. Select an arbitrary color from basic colors. Click [Define Custom Colors] to create a medium color. 6. Click the color chart or enter values to create a new color, and click [OK]. 7. Input the name of the color and click [OK] when [User] is selected in step 4.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 141 Chapter 6 Embroidering Setting Ranges There are two methods for setting ranges. Changing all ranges 1. Click [Up] to increase range. Click [Down] to reduce range. One clicking changes the range by one level. Changing individual range 1.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 142 Chapter 6 Embroidering Grid Setting Sets the pitch and the color of grid. The grid interval can be set at the increment of 1 mm (0.1 inch for inch unit). The value for setting is 1 - 100 mm (0.1 - 10 inches for inch unit).
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 143 Chapter 6 Embroidering 2. Select or create the background color. Refer to steps 5 to 7 on page 140 for details. Before changing the background color After changing the background color Renaming Machine Rename the registered machine.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 144 Chapter 6 Embroidering Viewing Machine Information Detail specification of the machine can be displayed. 1. Select [Machine Information] from Machine menu. 2. Click [OK] after checking the information. Design Information Detail specification of the embroidery data can be checked.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 145 Chapter 6 Embroidering 1. Select [Cascade] or [Tile] from Window menu. When [Cascade] is selected When [Tile] is selected Minimizing and Aligning Windows Windows on the screen can be minimized to the icon size and aligned.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 146 Chapter 6 Embroidering Changing window size Several square buttons with figures are displayed at the right end of the title bar. These buttons are used to change the window size. If this button is clicked when running an ordinary software, it is displayed on the task bar in the minimized size as a button.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 147 Chapter 6 Embroidering Language Changes display language. Refer to page 132. Copying Data to Other Machines When multiple machines are connected, the embroidery data of a machine can be copied to another machine. 1. Click the window of the machine displaying the copy source data.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 148 Chapter 6 Embroidering 4. Click [OK]. The data, is copied. Configuration Sets the environment of data reading and display. 1. Select [Configuration] from Tool menu. 2. Click and select the item for setting. [When reading file, Micro Stitch is eliminated.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 149 Chapter 6 Embroidering Setting the Machine Performs the detail setting of the embroidering status. Items that can be selected in Setting menu are explained here. Needle Bar Patterns are sewn by one needle. 1. Select the [Needle]-[Same Needle] from Settings menu.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 150 Chapter 6 Embroidering Same Speed Range Embroiders patterns at the specified speed range. 1. Select [Same Speed Range] from Settings menu. 2. Click a speed range for selection. 3. Click [OK]. The speed range appears at the specified areas.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 151 Chapter 6 Embroidering Speed Range Specifies the maximum speeds for respective ranges suitable for the hoop type. Actual embroidering speed depends on the pitch. Before shipment, "1" is set to the highest speed; "6" is set to the lowest speed.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 152 Chapter 6 Embroidering Hoop Feed Position Set the basic position of the hoop (hoop feed position) for cancellation of embroidering. The hoop feed position can be set only in the embroidering area surrounded by a red frame.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 153 Chapter 6 Embroidering Embroidery Hoop The type of specified embroidery hoop changes the display. The following selections are available: Tubular (All) Tubular (1, 3, 5) Flat (All) Flat (1, 3, 5) Border (All) Border (1, 3, 5) Wide cap frame Semi-wide cap frame (All) 1.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 154 Chapter 6 Embroidering When "Tubular (1, 3, 5)" is selected When "Flat (All)" is selected When "Flat (1, 3, 5)" is selected When "Border.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 155 Chapter 6 Embroidering When "Border (1, 3, 5)" is selected When "Wide cap (All)" is selected When "Semi-wide cap (All)" is selected The image is displayed upside down. The speed is automatically adjusted to 800 rpm or less.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 156 Chapter 6 Embroidering Thread Trimming The following items can be set: Enable inching Sets inching motion for thread trimming. Hoop movement after Sets the needle penetration length for trimming. thread trimming The length can be set in inches.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 157 Chapter 6 Embroidering Boring Turns on/off the machine boring mode. The following items can be set: Boring Sets ON/OFF of boring. Shift data Shifts data by 15 mm to needle number 1. The screen display remains unchanged. Boring can be set only for embroidery data which is prepared for boring.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 158 Chapter 6 Embroidering Thread Breakage Sensor The sensor for thread breakage can be turned ON/OFF or the sensor sensitivity for each needle bar can be set. The sensitivity can be set within the range of 1 - 100. The smaller the value is, the higher the sensitivity is.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 159 Chapter 6 Embroidering Automatic Step Back Sets the number of stitches for automatic step back if thread breakage occurs. The number of stitches that can be set is from 0 to 255. Additional step-back can be made for sensitivity value of the thread breakage sensor.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 160 Chapter 6 Embroidering End of embroidery Sets if the machine returns to the start point after end of embroidery. 1. Select [End of embroidery] from Settings menu. 2. Click the checkbox to put a check mark ( ) when the machine returns to the start point after end of embroidery.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 161 Chapter 6 Embroidering Mending Sets the details of mending. Items and descriptions are as follows: Automatically reset Error is automatically canceled when a thread breakage error breakage occurs. Thread entangled error Selects how to reset the rotary hook thread to rotary hook entanglement error.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 162 Chapter 6 Embroidering 2. Click [OK] when the items are set. Manually trim the lower thread immediately after resetting a thread breakage error if feeding by stitch back is long (i.e., 40 to 50 mm or more) when "After the end of mending" is set to "Non stop".
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 163 Chapter 6 Embroidering Activating speed up of driving shaft Speeds up the startup of the main shaft. Select this function when sewing thick material. 1. Select [Activating speed up of driving shaft] from Settings menu and check it.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 164 Chapter 6 Embroidering Short stitch speed reduction Reduces speed when stitching in a designated pitch. The pitch can be designated between 0.0 and 2.0 mm in units of 0.1 mm. The speed can be set between 400 rpm and the maximum speed of the current hoop in units of 10 rpm.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 165 Chapter 6 Embroidering Thin Material or Thick Material Adjusts the timing of needle drop and hoop movement. The value can be designated between 95 and 125 degrees in units of 1 degree. The smaller values are suitable for thick material and the larger ones are suitable for thin material.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 166 Chapter 6 Embroidering Area Trace Select the outside shape of area tracing before starting sewing. The following two types can be selected. The selected outside shape is displayed on the screen. Rectangle Octagon 1. Select the outside shape of [Area trace] from Settings menu and check it.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 167 Chapter 6 Embroidering Default Settings Resets changes of the machine setting to the default. Items for setting and initialization are as follows: Speed Range Automatically selects the value suitable for the hoop type. Head Operation Suspend Can cels the head operation which is not set for rest on the machine.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 168 Chapter 6 Embroidering 1. Select [Default Settings] from Settings menu. 2. Click [OK]. Show Setting Shows the setting contents and defaults.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 169 Chapter 6 Embroidering 1. Select [Show Setting] from Settings menu. 2. After checking, click [OK]..
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 170 Chapter 6 Embroidering Load Setting Load the setting. The set file has an extension of "ecm". 1. Select [Load setting] from Settings menu.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 171 Chapter 6 Embroidering Save Setting Saves the edit settings. Save the setting files with an extension of "ecm". 1. Change the setting. 2. Select [Save setting] from Settings menu. 3. Select the registration folder and put a file name.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 172 Chapter 6 Embroidering Load Hoop Load the optional hoop displayed in "Hoop". The hoop file to be loaded has an extension of "ehp". The types and the shapes of hoop for loading are as follows: Round frame ROUND_FRAME21.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 173 Chapter 6 Embroidering SPIDER_NET_FRAME07B-3.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME07B-4.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME09T-1.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME09T-2.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME09T-3.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME09T-4.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME10B-1.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME10B-2.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 174 Chapter 6 Embroidering SPIDER_NET_FRAME16B-3.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME16B-4.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME18T-1.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME18T-2.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME18T-3.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME18T-4.ehp SPIDER_NET_FRAME19B.ehp Tubular frame TUBULAR_FRAME-05.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 175 Chapter 6 Embroidering Holder base frame HOLDER_BASE23X24.ehp HOLDER_BASE23X43.ehp HOLDER_BASE30X28.ehp HOLDER_BASE30X43.ehp HOLDER_BASE30X48.ehp HOLDER_BASE40X43.ehp Tubular round frame TUBULAR_ROUND07.ehp TUBULAR_ROUND09.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 176 Chapter 6 Embroidering Cap frame semi-wide frame Cap frame semi-wide.ehp Cap frame wide frame Cap frame wide.ehp 1. Select [Load hoop] from Settings menu.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 177 Chapter 6 Embroidering Embroidering How to start embroidering and operation after the start are explained here. Starting Embroidering The following screen appears when the edit data is retrieved from the explorer. 1. Click .
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 178 Chapter 6 Embroidering 2. Press the button. Embroidering starts. Embroidery data appears in gray, indicating the embroidering status. Pause 1. Click . Canceling 1 . Press the STOP button while pressing the button on the machine operation panel.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 179 Chapter 6 Embroidering Moving the Home Position Move the selected machine home position. 1. Select [Home Position] from Operation menu or click .
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 180 Chapter 6 Embroidering Step-forward/Step-back Allows step-forward or step-back of stitches without embroidering. Click to stop embroidering for step-forward/back mode. The special tool bar appears in the step-forward/back mode.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 181 Chapter 6 Embroidering Canceling step-forward/step-back 1. Click of the step forward/back tool bar. The cross disappears and the step forward/back mode is canceled. Setting Step-forward/Back Distance or Timing Select step-forward/back distance or timing.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 182 Chapter 6 Embroidering Stepping Forward/Back Steps forward/back the stitches actually. The functions of icons are as follows: Returns to the start position. For repeating patterns, returns to the start position of the current pattern.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 183 Chapter 6 Embroidering 1. Select the icon and move the cross to the desired position for step forward/back. Forward Backward Specifying the Value Specify the travel length from the embroidery start point. 1. Click . 2. Input the number of stitches to start embroidery.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 184 Chapter 6 Embroidering Moving Embroidery Position Changes the position of embroidery data. Movement is allowed only in the embroidering area (within the red frame). 1. Select [Move Embroidery Position] from Operation menu or click .
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 185 Chapter 6 Embroidering Centering Pattern Moves the pattern to the machine home position. 1. Select [Move Pattern] from Operation menu.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 186 Chapter 6 Embroidering Saving Data Saves the edited data. The edited data can be saved over the current file or renamed as a separate file. Save Saves the edited data over the current file. The original data is deleted. 1.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 187 Chapter 6 Embroidering Test Carries out sensor information check, actuator operation test, test for main shaft rotation, etc. for machine maintenance. This function is protected by a password. A dealer engineer will use this function if required.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 188 Chapter 6 Embroidering Running Other Programs Other programs can be started when the machine power is not turned on or when the machine is in operation for embroidery. The following programs can be started: Embroidery data explorer Allows transfer and copy of the embroidery data.
Chapter 7 Operation of Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 189 Chapter 7 Operation of Machine.
Chapter 7 Operation of Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 190 1. Operating Procedures 1-1 Power Source 1. Turn the power on to the machine. 2. Reset the emergency stop button. 3. Press the high power switch. 4. The power lamp lights up and the display window indicates "BES-", and then "962 (BES-1262BC : "1262")".
Chapter 7 Operation of Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 191 2. Stopping the Machine 2-1 Procedure to Stop the Machine Press the stop button or STOP to stop operation of the machine. The stop button adopts the push-turn-lock method. If you want to keep the machine stopped, turn the stop button clockwise while pushing it.
Chapter 7 Operation of Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 192 3. Permission for Hoop Movement • When the computer has given a command to move the embroidery hoop, "HOOP" is displayed while blinking on the operation panel. • Press the check switch and the embroidery hoop moves to the designated position.
Chapter 7 Operation of Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 193 4. Measures against Thread Breakage 4-1 Remedies 1. If embroidering is suspended due to thread breakage, the THREAD SENSOR lamp of the machine head with a thread breakage blinks. 2 . Correct the broken thread and pass it through again.
Chapter 7 Operation of Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 194 4-2 Mending The machine head whose MENDING lamp is lit performs embroidering by the preset number stitches. When it is completed, all the machine heads start normal embroidering operation. • The MENDING lamps except for the machine head whose needle thread has been broken are turned off.
Chapter 7 Operation of Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 195 No.1 Stitch No.2 Stitch No.3 Stitch 1. Turn off the MENDING lamp No. 3 at the standby position A. (The position A should be the mending end position.) 2. Press the jog switch or to move it backward.
Chapter 7 Operation of Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 196 5. Jog Embroidering • Jog embroidering can be used for preventing the thread from slipping from the needle at the start of embroidering. • Jog embroidering can be executed as long as the start switch at the machine head is held down.
Chapter 7 Operation of Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 197 • If "area over" is displayed, press the check switch. The hoop automatically moves inside the embroidering area, where the pattern is set, at the nearest position. Note) After finishing the movement inside the area by this function, execute external tracing.
Chapter 7 Operation of Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 198 8. Jog Switches 8-1 Hoop Movement to Start Position The hoop immediately after the embroidering mode becomes valid can be moved so that the start position can be set as required.
Chapter 7 Operation of Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 199 8-2 Inching Mode during Embroidering (Forcible Hoop Movement) 1. Press the jog switch while pressing the "STOP" switch and "AJST" is displayed. 2. Press the jog switch to forcibly change the hoop.
Chapter 7 Operation of Machine BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 200.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 201 Chapter 8 Creating Production Report Records and controls the machine operation. The production report can be created based on this data. Detailed information of produc- tion report allows efficient embroidering con- trol.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 202 Functions (Command Reference) File menu Open Report File Opens the report file. ( page 204) Save As CSV Saves the current report data in CSV format. ( page 217) Print Prints the report.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 203 Description of Screen Print Open report file Help About This Application Total Output Output Copy Save as CSV Detailed Data Thread Bre.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 204 Displaying Report Displays the machine operation status in the form of report. The following reports can be displayed: Details Displays detail data while the machine is in operation. Thread Breakage Displays the thread breakage information for each machine.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 205 Display Example of Details Displays the machine information chronologically that are collected within the specified period. The following information is indicated under the "Reason" column: Display Contents Power ON The machine power was turned on.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 206 Display Example of Thread Breakage Information on Needle Bar Displays the information on thread breakage occurrences with head numbers and needle bar numbers. Three needle bars with frequent thread breakage are indicated.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 207 Display Example of Thread Breakage Information in Pattern Displays thread breakage information for each pattern. Display Contents n th The pattern was embroidered for the "n"th time.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 208 Display Example of Output Information Displays the production information that are collected during the specified period.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 209 Details of reason for stoppage Interrupted Frequency and total time stopped by the operator Stoppage due to Frequency and total time s.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 210 Display Example of Total Output Information Displays the output information per pattern on multiple machines that are selected. Display Contents Number The pattern embroidered during the specified period is numbered.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 211 Setting Display Items Sets display items for each production report. The following tab windows can be set: General Items related to the overall display of the output report. Details Items related to detail data.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 212 Collate Selects the data collection period. If month, week or day is selected, set the end date or end hour. Storage Selects the data save period. Details Main items to be displayed Displays each event and the time.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 213 Thread Breakage Information on Needle Bar Main items to be displayed No. of thread breakage occurrences Number that thread breakage has occurred No.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 214 Output Information Time is calculated to the unit of second, but the display unit is in minute. This may result in minor differences. Items to be displayed Total stitches The total number of embroidery stitches from start to end No.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 215 Total Output Information Time is calculated to the unit of second, but the display unit is in minute. This may result in minor differences. Items to be displayed Total stitches The total number of embroidery stitches from start to end No.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 216 Recess Time Setting Sets the time not to be included in the calculation. This time is displayed on the "Output" report as "Time Excluded". Target machine Click and select the applicable machine for calculation.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 217 Save As CSV... Converts the production report data to CSV format that can be read in spreadsheet software. 1. Select [Save As CSV] from File menu or click . 2. The file name "Untitled.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 218 Printing Production Report Prints the production report from a printer. Page Setup Printing method is set as required. 1. Select [Page setup] from the File menu. Setting screen is displayed.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 219 Copying Report Data Copies the selected area as text data. This allows use of the production report on other word processing software. 1. Select [Select All] from Edit menu, or drag and select the area to be copied.
Chapter 8 Creating Production Report BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 220 Deleting Report Deletes the record data for production report. 1. Select [Delete report file(s)] from Settings menu. The password entry screen is displayed. Refer to the Brother sales department for password information.
Chapter 9 Maintenance BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 221 Chapter 9 Maintenance.
Chapter 9 Maintenance BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 222 Turn off the power switch before starting maintenance. Failure to do so may start the machine unintentionally through an accidental activation of the START switch, resulting in bodily injuries.
Chapter 9 Maintenance BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 223 1-2 Cleaning of Needle Plate Remove broken threads from this section. Broken threads left around the movable or fixed knives or the lower thread holding plate may result in thread trimming failure or parts damage.
Chapter 9 Maintenance BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 224 2. Oiling To extend the machine's service life, supply oil to the following places at regular intervals. (Note) • When oiling, be sure to supply Brother's machine oil (Nisseki Sewing Lube #10 or the equivalent) using the dropper.
Chapter 9 Maintenance BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 225 BES-962BC Lubricate the following part indicated by the arrow ("clearance" between the connecting rod and the needle thread take-up bearing) once a week. (Note) • In lubrication, select needle bar 9 and remove arm cover L to check the lubrication area.
Chapter 9 Maintenance BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 226 3. Greasing To extend the machine's service life, supply grease to the following places at regular intervals. (Note) • When greasing, be sure to use the grease tank BR2 (black) provided with the machine.
Chapter 9 Maintenance BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 227 BES-1262BC 1. Remove two connectors from the rear of the needle bar case. 2 . Loosen four screws q , and remove the head cover w , and loosen two screws e and remove the head cover R r . (Note) Because the heads No.
Chapter 9 Maintenance BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 228 BES-962BC 1. Remove two connectors from the rear of the needle bar case. 2 . Loosen four bolts q , and remove the needle case w . 3. Loosen three screws e , and remove the presser foot guide plate r .
Chapter 9 Maintenance BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 229 BES-1262BC 1. Remove two connectors from the rear of the needle bar case. 2 . Loosen four screws q , and remove the head cover w , and loosen two screws e and remove the head cover R r . (Note) Because the heads No.
Chapter 9 Maintenance BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 230 3-2 Feed Guide Section Check the X-feed linear guides (2 positions) and the Y-feed linear guides (one each on the right and left, and one point on bed No. 3). (Note) When greasing, be sure to use the grease tank 30 provided with the machine.
Chapter 10 Adjustment BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 231 Chapter 10 Adjustment.
Chapter 10 Adjustment BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 232 Turn off the power switch and pull out the plug before starting adjustment. Failure to do so may start the machine unintentionally through an accidental activation of the START switch, re- sulting in bodily injuries.
Chapter 10 Adjustment BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 233 1. Dismount the pulley cover and turn the pulley B q until the pulley scale indicates 180 ˚ and the needle bar is set at the lowest position. (The pulley B " " mark and the stop mark " " are aligned.
Chapter 10 Adjustment BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 234 180 ° q q w Do not hit this section. Tighten the bolt o so that the clearance can be even. u e r y t i o e 10.
Chapter 10 Adjustment BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 235 1. Turn the pulley B q until the scale of pulley B q indicates 180 ˚ (where the pulley B indication mark " " and the stop mark " " are aligned) and the needle bar is set at the lowest position.
Chapter 10 Adjustment BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 236 q Lower shaft 2. Replacing (Attaching) Rotary Hook 1. Turn the power switch off. 2 . Tighten the screw q of the rotary hook cutting section to fit to that of the lower shaft w . 3 . When mounting, press it inward until it stops.
Chapter 10 Adjustment BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 237 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 w e 2mm 2mm r 0.3~0.5mm 3. Adjustment of Clearance Between Needle and Rotary Hook 1. Turn the power switch off. 2. Select the needle bar No. 1 q . The illustration at the left shows the case of BES- 962BC.
Chapter 10 Adjustment BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 238 4. Adjustment of Timing Between Needle and Rotary Hook 1. Turn the power switch on. 2. Check that the machine pulley is at the stop position (at 100 ˚ of the scale). If not, turn the pulley until it comes to the stop position.
Chapter 10 Adjustment BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 239 w q material 7. After timing adjustment the is finished for each head, set the pulley to the stop position (at 100 ˚ of the scale) and press the STOP switch. "STEP" disappears from the display, and the machine enters the standby state.
Chapter 10 Adjustment BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 240 q w 6. Adjustment of Thread Trimmer 6-1 Attaching the Fixed Knife Attach the fixed knife q to the pin w and move it backward to the end of the slot, then mount it there. r t w e q 1mm 6-2 Checking the Movable Knife Position 1.
Chapter 10 Adjustment BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 241 * Precautions for tightening the two bolts e : • The thread trimmer connecting rod B w has a backlash of about 0.1 ~ 0.2 mm back and forth. Tighten the two bolts e while pulling them forward by the backlash amount.
Chapter 10 Adjustment BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 242 7. Thread Wiper Adjustment q e r u w t y u i Align o i y Needle 1. Move solenoid arm q in the direction of the arrow with your finger. Loosen three bolts e and adjust thread hook w for smooth movements.
Chapter 10 Adjustment BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 243 q w e w 8. Adjusting the Belt Tension The belt Tension is adjusted to the optimum tension at the time of shipment from the factory. However, as the belt is used,it becomes run in and may loosen around the machine pulley and motor pulley .
Chapter 10 Adjustment BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 244.
Chapter 11 Error code list BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 245 Chapter 11 Error code list.
Chapter 11 Error code list BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 246 Error No error occurs. Either motor of main shaft, X- or Y-axis, or lower shaft has locked. Overtravel occurs during home position detecting movement. The stop switch is pressed during home position de- tecting movement.
Chapter 11 Error code list BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 247 Code E-1E E-1F E-21 E-22 E-23 E-24 E-25 E-26 E-27 E-28 E-29 E-2A E-2B E-2C E-2D E-2E E-2F E-31 E-32 E-33 E-34 E-36 E-38 E-39 E-3C E-40 E-41 E-42 Error When the power is turned on, bed can not be re- tracted.
Chapter 11 Error code list BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 248 Code E-43 E-A1 E-A2 E-A3 E-A4 E-A5 E-A6 E-A7 E-A8 E-A9 E-B0 E-B1 E-B2 E-B3 E-B4 E-B5 E-B6 E-B7 E-B8 E-B9 E-BA E-BC E-BD E-BE E-BB, BF E-C1 E-C2 .
Chapter 11 Error code list BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 249 Code E-C3 E-C4 E-C5 E-C6 E-C7 E-C8 E-C9 E-CA E-CB E-CC E-CD E-CE E-CF E-D0 E-D1 E-D2 E-D3 E-E1 E-E2 E-E3 E-E4 E-E5 E-E6 E-E7 E-E8 Error Embroidering data buffer empty Presser foot down error Measured voltage value could not be received form the lower shaft motor CPU.
Chapter 11 Error code list BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 250 Code E-E9 E-EA E-EB E-EC E-ED E-EF E-F1 E-F2 E-F3 E-F4 E-F5 E-F6 E-F7 E-F8 E-F9 E-FA E-FB E-FF Error Send/Receive inconsistent error during inte.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 251 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting Chapter 12 Troubleshooting If there is any indication of trouble with the machine, check and correct as described in the table. If the trouble cannot be corrected, turn off the power and contact your distribu- tor for corrective actions.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 252 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting Machine operation abnormal • Is any set screw of the rotary encoder loosened? • Is any set screw of the machine pulley loosened? • Is any .
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 253 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting • Is the thread take-up stopped due to interference with the upper case cover? [Adjustment] Loosen the hexagon socket head cap screw of the thread take- up operating lever and adjust the take-up movable range.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 254 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting An overtravel error occurs. • Is the frame within the cap frame area? Move the frame within the cap frame area and turn on the power. • Check to see if the signal of the X area sensor turns ON and OFF in PORT test mode.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 255 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting Symptom Measures The needle stop position error oc- curs. • Is the main shaft brake solenoid operating? If not, refer to the block diagram sho.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 256 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting Symptom Measures The thread breakage error frequently occurs although thread is not broken. • Enter the CASE test mode and turn the thread bre.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 257 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting Symptom Measures • Is thread tangled in the rotary hook? Clean the rotary hook. • Is the lower shaft with which the error occurs rotating? If so, check to see if connection from the lower shaft sensor PCB to the BC PCB is proper.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 258 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting Symptom Measures Thread trimming motor zero point error occurs. • Is lint clogged between the travelling blades? Remove it.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 259 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting Symptom Measures ERROR C7 occurs. • Is the lower shaft being tested in the test mode? If so, refer to the operation method of the test mode and exit the test mode or turn the power off once and on again.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 260 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting Symptom Measures Power voltage upper or lower limit error occurs. • Is the voltage set on the panel? If not, set it according to the power supply voltage of the area where the machine is used.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 261 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting Only a certain head does not oper- ate. • Is the head out of action with either the head switch or the machine controller? • Refer to the bl.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 262 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting Symptom Measures The lower shaft PCB is faulty. 1. Turn off the power of the machine. 2. Disconnect P4 and P10 of the lower shaft PCB. If the lower shaft PCB is removed from the machine or P8 or P9 is disconnected, the lower shaft connected to other lower shaft PCB will not operate, either.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 263 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting The power lamp does not light up when the computer power switch is turned on. The display does not light up when the computer power switch is turned on. "Windows" cannot be started. "Windows" can be started but the embroidery software cannot.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 264 Chapter 12 Troubleshooting.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 265 Connection and Installation of Optional Equipment Connection and Installation of Optional Equipment.
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 266 Connection and Installation of Optional Equipment q e o i y t u r w Attaching Bobbin Winder 1. Mount two pieces of bobbin stand L w on the thread winder stay q with nut 4 !0 . 2. Mount the thread winder assembly (set) e on the thread winder stay q with the tightening screw !1 .
BES-962BC • BES-1262BC 267 Connection and Installation of Optional Equipment Winding lower thread t u y r i e o w q 1. Turn the power switch on. 2. Set the bobbin q in the bobbin winder shaft w . 3. Put the thread through the thread guide e . 4 . Wind the thread around the bobbin q several times in the direction of the arrow.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL BROTHER INDUSTRIES,LTD. NAGOYA,JAPAN Printed in Japan 155-962,C62 S93962-002 2000.03.H(1).
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