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Brother Z-8550A Instruction Manual

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ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE ZIGZAG LOCK STITCHER
ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE ZIGZAG LOCK STITCHER
WITH THREAD TRIMMER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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  • Page 1 Z-8550A INSTRUCTION MANUAL Z-8560A Please read this manual before using the machine. Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference. ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE ZIGZAG LOCK STITCHER ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE ZIGZAG LOCK STITCHER WITH THREAD TRIMMER...

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    ) indicates something that you must do. The picture inside the circle indicates the · · · · · nature of the thing that must be done. (For example, the symbol at left means “you must make the ground connection”.) Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 3 Keep the oil out of the reach of children. with correct operation may also occur. Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 4 Use only the proper replacement parts as specified by Brother. Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 5: Maintenance And Inspection

    (A) Finger guard (B) Thread take-up guard cover Be sure to connect the ground. If the ground connection is not secure, you run a high risk of receiving a serious electric shock, and problems with correct operation may also occur. Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 6 Do not touch the thread take-up or the knife, otherwise injury may result. Oil pan 3316M (For Europe) 3317M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    6-2-4. Setting the zigzag base line position ..32 specifications (from 2.0mm to 5.0mm) ... 57 6-2-5. Setting the zigzag stop position..... 33 11-2-3. Changing the maximum feed amount ... 57 6-2-6. Setting start backtacking (8560A, 8550A-A31 only) ...... 34 Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 8 65 15. TROUBLESHOOTING ....... 12-11. Adjusting the rotary hook lubrication amount ............66 15-1. Sewing............74 12-12. Adjusting the presser foot floating amount 15-2. Error code displays .........79 (minute lifting amount)........67 12-13. Adjusting the treadle ........67 Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 9: Names Of Major Parts

    (14) Knee lifter assembly (15) CF slot (16) Upper thread feeding device (8560A) (17) Knife unit (8560A) (18) Thread wiper (8560A) Safety devices (19) Thread take-up guard cover (20) Finger guard * CF is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 10: Machine Specifications

    *4… The maximum number of custom-made patterns that can be stored is 99 patterns with a total of 49,500 stitches, at 500 stitches or less per pattern. (Custom patterns can be created using the PS-300B (option device) and are saved into the control box using commercially-available CF cards. Ask the place of purchase for details.) Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 11: Sewing Pattern Table

    1 to 99 stitches. (No. of stitches) Blind stitch (right) 1430M Sewing patterns created using PS-300B (optional device) can be sewn. − Custom made pattern (The pattern number is set in the columns marked with .) 3320M—3333M 3334M—3348M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 12: Installation

    Returning the machine head to the upright position 1. Clear away any tools, etc. which may be near the table holes. 2. While holding the arm with both hands, gently return the machine head to the upright position. 3352M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 13: Table Processing Diagram

    Cord hole Head rest hole Control box mounting hole 3353M <Wide type> This type has a wider front/back dimensions at the front of the sewing machine. Cotton stand hole Cord hole Head rest hole Control box mounting hole 3354M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 14: Installation

    (2) Screws [2 pcs] (3) Staples [5 pcs] Operator Secure the power cord (4) in a suitable place depending in the position of the wall outlet. 3356M 4. Oil pan (1) Head cushions [4 pcs] (2) Oil pan Cord 3357M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 15: Machine Head

    3359M 8. Operation panel (1) Operation panel (2) Screws [2 pcs] (Use for tightening rear cover) 3360M 9. Sticker (Remove) (1) Sticker 3361M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 16: Cotton Stand

    (5) is at the desired position within a distance of 10 mm of the needle plate when the knee liter plate (1) is fully pressed. 9. After adjustment is completed, securely tighten the nut (9). Within 10 mm 3364M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 17: Lubrication

    • Do not let the oil gauge (4) go higher than the top reference line when adding the oil. 3. Replace the rubber cap (1). Upper reference line * Be sure to add more oil if the oil gauge (4) is below the lower reference line. Lower reference line 3365M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 18: Connecting The Cords

    4-4-1. Opening the control box cover (1) Screw [6 pcs: With washer] (2) Cover Loosen 3366M 4-4-2. Connecting the cords 1. Sewing machine cords (1) Repeat cable tie <Removal> Press the tab. <Securing> Cords 3367M Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 19 • Loosen the cables outside the control box without stretching them too much inside the control box. • If the cord presser plate (1) is not closed firmly, dust Close will get inside the control box and may cause Loosen as much as problems. possible. 3368M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 20: Power Cord

    <Single-phase> <Three-phase> Green and yellow wire (ground wire) 3371M 5. Ground wire (1) Ground wire (2) Spring washer [2 pcs] (3) Plain washer[2 pcs] (4) Screw [2 pcs] Ground symbol Oil pan Ground symbol 3372M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 21: Test Operation (Operating The Treadle)

    • The panel setting status will be the same status that was active at the time the power was last turned off. • The pattern number will appear in the main display while the buzzer is sounding, and after that the zigzag width and zigzag base line position will appear. Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 22: Operating The Treadle

    (With the 8560A, the thread will be trimmed at this point.) Furthermore, no needle zigzagging will be carried out at this time. 2117M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 23: Preparation Before Sewing

    * Use bobbins (2) made of light alloy as specified by BROTHER. 8560A <8560A> There is an anti-spin spring (3) inside the bobbin case. The anti-spin spring (3) prevents the bobbin from racing at times such as during thread trimming. 3379M 3378M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 24: Winding The Lower Thread

    A, so this is ideal for extremely stretchy materials and medium-weight materials. 5. Check that the bobbin rotate counterclockwise when the thread is pulled out. 6. While holding the latch (5) of the bobbin case, insert the bobbin case into the rotary hook. 3382M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 25: Threading The Upper Thread

    Turn the sewing machine pulley to align the reference line (1) on the pulley with the indent (2) in the motor cover (needle up stop position). This will make threading easier and it will prevent the thread from coming out at the sewing start. Wind around once. Actuator Leave a 50 mm thread leader. Upper thread feeding device 3383M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Stitch Length

    (3−5). * When turning the dial from a larger number to a smaller number, it can be turned to the second time setting without pushing the left lever (3). Setting for 1st turn Setting for 2nd turn 3384M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 27: Backtacking

    In this case, replace gauge parts such as the feed dog with parts for using with a feed amount of more than 2.0 mm. In addition, change the maximum feed amount setting while referring to page 57, and then adjust the condense dial (2) to a number from –2 to –5. Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 28: Using The Knee Lifter

    The presser foot (2) can be raised by pressing the knee lifter 3388M plate (1). 3389M 5-9. Using the thread wiper (8560A only) Press the thread wiper switch (1) to the side. If this is done, the thread wiper (2) will operate after the thread is trimmed. 2209M 3571M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 29: Using The Operation Panel (Basic Operations)

    6-1. Names and functions • The operation panel keys cannot be operated while sewing is in progress. Check the key selections and pattern settings before starting sewing. 3390M Z-ST（8550A-031） Power indicator Z-40（8550A-A31, 8560A） 3391M Power indicator [Main display (3)] 3392M Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 30 • When the key is pressed, the value decreases, and when it is held down, the value decreases more quickly. 2155M 2168M 2169M Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 31 [Z-40 only]: In addition, they are also used to make the settings for the number of backtack stitches A, B, C and D and the number of fixed stitches E and F. • When the key is pressed, the value increases. • When the key is pressed, the value decreases. 2137M 2138M 2139M Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 32 Backtack zigzag width icon This illuminates when the backtack zigzag width is being displayed in the main display . 3412M (28) Zigzag width icon This illuminates when the zigzag width is being displayed in the main display . 3413M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 33: Pattern Setting Method

    1 to 99 stitches. Blind stitch (right) (No. of stitches) 1430M Sewing patterns created using PS-300B (optional device) can be sewn. − Custom made pattern (The pattern number is set in the columns marked with .) 3320M−3333M, 3334M−3348M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 34: Setting The Sewing Pattern

    If the needle bar is at the needle up stop position, the needle bar will move to the sewing start position when the sewing pattern settings are changed. If the needle bar is not at the needle up stop position, the needle bar will move to the sewing start position after it next moves to the needle up stop position. Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 35 (2) to set the number of straight stitches (1) appearing in the main display . (For example, if the number of straight stitches is 5, set to “7-5”, and if the number of straight stitches is 10, set to “7-10”. 3422M 3423M Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 36 If the needle bar is not at the needle up stop position, the needle bar will move to the sewing start position after it next moves to the needle up stop position. 3426M 3423M Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 37 • If the pattern number selected is [ 5-*A ] or [ 6-*A ], correction sewing using the actuator (3) will not be possible. • If the pattern number selected is [ 5-*_ ] or [ 6-*_ ], reflection patterns cannot be sewn, but correction sewing using the actuator t will be possible instead. (Refer to page 40.) Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 38 * Up to a maximum of 99 sewing patterns can be added by creating sewing patterns using the PS-300B (option). (A maximum of 49,500 stitches can be stored, with each pattern having a maximum of 500 stitches.) Example: Pattern number 3429M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 39: Setting The Zigzag Width

    Zigzag width 0-4 mm 4.1-5.0 mm 5.1-6.0 mm 6.1-9.0 mm 9.1-10.0 mm Sewing speed 5000 rpm 4000 rpm 3500 rpm 3000 rpm 2500 rpm For 2-step zigzag Zigzag width 0-8 mm 8.1-10.0 mm Sewing speed 5000 rpm 4000 rpm Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 40: Setting The Zigzag Base Line Position

    L3.0], the sewing pattern position will be the same as if the setting had been [ L2.0]. (Figure C.) However, in this case, if the zigzag width is set to [2.0 ], a sewing pattern such as that shown in Figure D will be produced. Example Base line Zigzag width 1341M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 41: Setting The Zigzag Stop Position

    Do not press the half stitch key or correction key or turn the machine pulley by hand to move the needle to the needle up stop position. Doing so will cancel the effect of the zigzag stop position function. Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 42: Setting Start Backtacking (8560A, 8550A-A31 Only)

    <Turning the start backtack function on and off> The condition changes as shown below each time the start backtack key is pressed. Illuminate Zigzag width/Zigzag base line position Number of start backtack stitches Zigzag width/Zigzag base line position 3436M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 43: Setting End Backtacking (8560A, 855A-A31 Only)

    <Turning the end backtack function on and off> The condition changes as shown below each time the end backtack key e is pressed. Illuminated Zigzag width/zigzag base line position Number of end backtack stitches Zigzag width/zigzag base line position 3439M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 44: Setting Continuous Backtacking (8560A And 8550A-A31 Only)

    <Switching the continuous backtack function on and off> The status changes as follows each time the continuous stitch key is pressed. Illuminated Zigzag width/zigzag base line position Zigzag width/zigzag base line position No. of continuous backtack stitches 3441M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 45: Setting Fixed Stitches/Name Label Sewing (8560A, 8550A-A31 Only)

    (For the 8560A, thread trimming is carried out automatically and then the sewing machine stops in the needle up position.) 2147M <If using a solenoid-type presser lifter (Option)> When the AUTO function is set to ON, the number of stitches for E is sewn, and then the presser foot is also raised automatically. Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 46: Automatic Sewing

    After the fixed stitches in E and F are sewn, the presser foot is also lifted automatically. <Switching the fixed stitch/name label sewing function on and off> Illuminated Zigzag width/zigzag base line position No. of fixed stitch/name label stitches Zigzag width/zigzag base line position 3446M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 47: Using The Lower Thread Counter

    If you would like to return the lower thread counter display to the initial value before it has reached “0” or less, press the RESET key (2) for 2 seconds or more. 3423M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 48: Using The Operation Panel (Advanced Operations)

    (36) is illuminated, the needle bar stops in the down position. 2207M 2208M 3451M (32) P1key, P2key This key is used when retrieving user programs. • This key is disabled if no user programs are available. 3452M 3453M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 49: Adjusting The Needle Up Stop Position

    * A setting value of “10” corresponds to an angle of rotation of approximately 10° for the upper shaft. NOTE: Becomes If the needle bar is not at the needle up stop position, higher “UP” will be displayed. Becomes lower 2138M 2139M 3455M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 50: Lock Key

    While holding down the RESET key, turn on the power switch (1). Orange display 3457M Press the ENTER key. Green display The operation panel settings will be returned to the factory defaults. After this, normal operations will be possible. 3458M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 51: Using User Programs

    • You can then sew the recorded data straight away. 3465M To use sewing data that has been recorded in a user program for sewing after some other sewing data has been sewn, retrieve the sewing data while referring to the following page. Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 52: Retrieving Recorded Sewing Data

    When using P1 + P2 to retrieve the program: 3452M 3453M 3461M 3462M—3464M The sewing data recorded in the user program will be sewn. The program number (P1, P2 or P12) will appear in the main display while sewing is in progress. 2159M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 53: Setting The Maximum Sewing Speed

    • The icon (1) will illuminate and the setting will be locked. (Press for 2 seconds or more) 3469M • When sewing starts, the sewing speed display disappears and returns to the orange display（zigzag width/zigzag base line position display) 2159M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 54: Sewing

    (Refer to page 21.) 3. Set the stitch length using the stitch length dial. Zigzag width (00.0) mm (Refer to page 18.) 4. Depress the treadle to start sewing. Stitch length 0.0 mm 3470M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 55: Thread Tension

    Becomes weaker will slip and the rotary disc (3) will not rotate. The pre-tension (4) should be adjusted to as weak a tension as possible while still allowing the rotary disc (3) Becomes stronger to rotate smoothly. 3472M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 56: Adjusting The Presser Foot Pressure

    Becomes weaker 1. Loosen the adjusting nut (1). Becomes stronger 2. Turn the presser adjusting screw (2) to adjust the presser foot pressure. 3. Tighten the adjusting nut (1). 3473M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 57: Cleaning

    8. Remove the bobbin from the bobbin case (4) and clean the bobbin case (4) with a cloth. 9. Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case (4), and then place the bobbin case (4) back into the machine. 3475M Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 58 4. Return the machine head to its original position. NOTE: The rubber cap (3) has a hole in it for adjusting the air pressure. Approx. 1 mm When replacing the rubber cap (3) use only the replacement part specified by Brother. 2188M Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 59 3479M 3. Checking 1. Replace the needle if it is bent or if the tip is broken. 2. Check that the upper threads have been threaded correctly. (Refer to page 17.) 3. Carry out a test sewing. 3480M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 60: Applying Grease (When "Greaseup" Appears

    If this happens, apply grease and carry out the reset procedure. * If you continue to use the sewing machine after carrying out the reset procedure but without applying grease, problems with the sewing machine may result. Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 61 5. Use a rag to wipe away any excess grease on and Grease around the screws. NOTE: For screws (1) and (2), remove the screws once more and then wipe around the seats with the rag. After doing this, securely tighten the screws (1) and (2). 3487M 3486M Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 62 7. Depress the treadle to run the sewing machine for 1 second or more. 8. Turn the power switch to “OFF”. (This completes the reset procedure.) 2139M 3489M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 63: Replacing Parts

    2. Install the knife holder (4) with the four screws (3). 3. Install the needle plate (8) if it is not already installed. 4. Install the knife unit (2) securely to the edge of the needle plate (8) with the two screws (1). 3491M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 64: Gauge Parts

    3494M 3496M 3497M 3493M Press Select memory switch No. zigzag width The buzzer will Press seconds 101. value between sound for about seconds more. 1 second more. 3.0−10.0mm. (The lock will (Complete) (Lock will be be canceled.) applied.) Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 65: Changing The Feed Amount To Long Stitch Specifications (From 2.0Mm To 5.0Mm)

    (6) up as far as possible 3500M 5. Turn the stitch length dial (7) and the condense dial (8) to the maximum feed amount for the feed dog being used. (Set the condense dial (8) to a negative number.) 3501M Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 66 (9) lowered all the way (with the plunger (11) of the quick reverse solenoid moved to its highest position), touch the quick reverse solenoid (2) against section (A) of the plunger (11), and then tighten the two screws (1). 3505M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 67: Standard Adjustments

    (1) within the range of (A) so that it does not touch the thread wiper. <Rear side> 1. Loosen the two screws (2). 2. Move the switch installation plate (3) to move the actuator (1) to the desired position. 3. Tighten the two screws (2). 3507M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 68: Adjusting The Safety Switch Position

    3509M <Safety switch operation> If the spring stroke is to small, the safety switch will not operate. 2272M Clearance is too large By changing the position of the safety switch, the required spring stroke can be maintained. 3510M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 69: Adjusting The Thread Tension Spring

    (6) and turn it to adjust the tension of the thread tension spring (1). Becomes stronger NOTE: If using a tension gauge (7) (sold separately) to measure the tension, take the reading from the scale on the side of Becomes the red line. weaker Scale 3513M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 70: Adjusting The Presser Foot Height

    2. Tilt back the machine head. 3. Loosen the screw (2). 4. Turn the pin (3) to move the feed bar (4) up and down in order to adjust the height. 5. Securely tighten the screw (2). Highest position Lowest position 3516M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 71: Adjusting The Feed Dog Angle

    1. Tilt back the machine head. 2. Loosen the two screws (2). 3. Turn the feed rocker bracket arm (3) to adjust the forward/back position of the feed dog (1). 4. Securely tighten the two screws (2). 3520M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 72: Adjusting The Needle Bar Height

    (For safety purposes, be sure to carry out this step, as it prevents the motor from operating even if the treadle is depressed.) 3. Set both the zigzag width and the zigzag base line position to “0”. (Refer to pages 31-32.) (Continued on next page) Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 73: Bobbin Case Holder Position Bracket Position

    (A) of the inner rotary hook (2). 1. Loosen the screw (3) and adjust the position of the bobbin case holder position bracket (1). 2. Securely tighten the screw (3). 3528M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 74: Adjusting The Rotary Hook Lubrication Amount

    3. Check the lubrication amount again according to the procedure given in “Checking the lubrication amount” above. * Turn the adjusting screw (3) and check the lubrication More oil amount repeatedly until the lubrication amount is Less oil correct. 3531M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 75: Adjusting The Presser Foot Floating Amount (Minute Lifting Amount)

    (6) from the position in figure A to the position in figure B. The treadle stroke will then be increased by approximately 27 %. At this time, the treadle forward and backward depression sensitivity will change, so readjust if necessary. 2302M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 76: Adjusting The Position Of The Thread Trimming Cam (8560A Only)

    (12) is aligned with the T mark on the face plate. Check that the knife begins to move at this point, and that it returns when the reference line is aligned with the U mark. 3538M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 77: Adjusting The Tension Of The Lower Thread Presser Spring (8560A Only)

    5. Move the wire (3) to the left or right so that the end of the wire (3) is 2 to 4 mm from the top-left edge of the thread guide (5). 6. Tighten the bolts (6). Seen from direction B Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 78: Adjusting The Thread Wiper (8560A Only)

    (2) to the top of the needle plate (4) is 6 to 8 mm, and that the thread wiper (2) catches the thread firmly. • Loosen the screw (7) and move the thread wiper (2) up or <When seen from the front> down to adjust. Align 3545M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 79: Optional Parts

    4. Loosen the nut (7), and then unscrew and remove the adjustment screw (8). 5. Remove the spring guide (9), spring (10) and washer (11). 6. Loosen the screw (12), and then remove the guide bracket (13). 7. Pull the presser bar (14) up to remove it. Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 80 (13) until it is touching the lifter lever (19), and then tighten the screw (12). 8. Install the face plate (6) with the screws (4) and the screw (5). 9. Install the thread take-up guard (3) with the screws (2). 3549M Aligned 3550M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 81: When Using A Non-Standard Feed Dog (8560A Only)

    14. WHEN USING A NON-STANDARD FEED DOG (8560A only) When using a non-standard feed dog, modify it as shown below. * Using a non-standard feed dog without modifying it will break the movable and fixed knives. R5.5 1405M Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 82: Troubleshooting

    • Was the thread threaded through the thread guide of the bobbin case in accordance with the type and thickness of the sewing article’s material. Use thread guide A or B in accordance with the material being sewn. 0574M 3556M Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 83 Adjust the tension of the lower thread presser spring. • Is the needle up stop position too high? Adjust the needle up stop position. • Is the sewing speed too fast at the sewing start? Use the slow start feature. 0623M Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 84 • Is the sewing speed too fast? Use the sewing speed control keys to gradually reduce the sewing speed. • Is the angle of the feed dog incorrect? Tilt the front of the feed dog down slightly. 0627M Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 85 If the needle breaks, search for all pieces until the whole of the needle is found again. • Furthermore, we recommend we recommend that through steps be taken to account for such needles to comply with product liability regulations. 0469M Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 86 8P inside the control box disconnected? Insert the connector securely. 3558M • This display is to notify you that it is time to apply grease. “GREASEUP” flashes on the operation panel when Apply grease. the power is turned on. Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 87: Error Code Displays

    (without the reset procedure being carried out). Apply grease and then carry out the reset procedure. • Is DIP switch No.4 inside the control box set to Err 101 (diP SW 4) Set DIP switch No.4 to OFF. 3562M Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 88 Insert the connector securely. 3565M • A problem with the zigzag motor caused it to stop. Err 201 Check if there is a problem with the left and right movement of the needle bar. (Needle zigzag error) Z-8550A, 8560A...
  • Page 89 Check if it is blocked with thread scraps. problem) • Is the 3-pin connector inside the control box disconnected? Insert the connector securely. 3570M If an error code that is not listed above appears, contact the place of purchase. Z-8550A, 8560A...

  • Page 90: Instruction Manual

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL http://www.brother.com/ 15-1, Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya 467-8561, Japan. Phone: 81-52-824-2177 © 2005 Brother Industries, Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Z-8550A ,8560A SA6035-001 E 2005.09. B (1)

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