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Brother KE-430F Instruction Manual

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ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE LOCKSTITCH BAR TACKER
ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE LOCKSTITCH BUTTON SEWER
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  • Page 1 KE-430F INSTRUCTION MANUAL BE-438F Please read this manual before using the machine. Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference. ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE LOCKSTITCH BAR TACKER ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE LOCKSTITCH BUTTON SEWER...
  • Page 2 Follow the instructions from training personnel and instructors regarding safe and correct operation before operating the machine so that you will know how to use it correctly. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    This symbol ( ) 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”.) KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 4 Keep the oil out of the reach of children. damage to the machine. 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. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 5: Maintenance And Inspection

    Any problems in machine operation which result from If the power switch needs to be left on when carrying unauthorized modifications to the machine will not be out some adjustment, be extremely careful to observe covered by the warranty. all safety precautions. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 6: Warning Labels

    Be careful to avoid injury from the moving thread Do not hold, otherwise take-up. problems with operation or injury may occur. Be careful not to get your hands caught when returning the machine head to its original position after it has been tilted. KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 7 Thread take-up cover Eye guard Finger guard 2274B Rear cover DT solenoid cover Side cover Oil tank 2506B 2275B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    2. SPECIFICATIONS ........ 5-1. Name and function of each operation panel 2-1. Machine specifications ........2 item ..............34 2-2. List of Sewing Patterns (KE-430F) ....3 5-2. Program setting method........36 2-3. List of Sewing Patterns (BE-438F) ....8 5-3. Copying programs...........40 5-4.
  • Page 9 9-6. Rotary hook lubrication amount...... 67 9-7. Replacing the movable knife and fixed knife .. 68 9-8. Adjusting the work clamp lift amount (KE-430F) ............69 9-9. Adjusting the button clamp lift amount (BE-438F) ............69 9-10. Adjusting the holding pressure (BE-438F) ... 70 9-11.

  • Page 10: Names Of Major Parts

    (3) SD card slot (11) Eye guard (4) Operation panel (12) Thread take-up cover (5) Foot switch (13) Rear cover (6) Work clamp (KE-430F) (14) Side cover (7) Button clamp (BE-438F) (15) DT solenoid cover (8) Pulley (9) Cotton stand...

  • Page 11: Specifications

    *2 No guarantees of operation can be given for any media. *3 The number of sewing patterns and the number of stitches that can be recorded will vary depending on the number of stitches in each sewing pattern. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 12: List Of Sewing Patterns (Ke-430F)

    2. SPECIFICATIONS 2-2. List of Sewing Patterns (KE-430F) The sewing patterns shown below have been preset into the sewing machine and can be selected according to specifications. (Any sewing pattern is available as long as it is within the work clamp and feed plate in size.) Use the work clamp and feed plate that match the respective sewing pattern selected.
  • Page 13 * The sewing start and sewing end are in the middle of the pattern. Straight bar tacking Vertical zigzag stitching Tacking size (mm) Tacking size (mm) No. of No. of Pattern Pattern Length Width Length Width stitches stitches KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 14 2. SPECIFICATIONS Vertical bar tacking Vertical straight bar tacking Tacking size (mm) Tacking size (mm) No. of No. of Pattern Pattern stitches Length Width stitches Length Width KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 15 Tacking size (mm) Tacking size (mm) No. of No. of Pattern Pattern stitches stitches Length Width Length Width Crossed stitching Crossed tacking Tacking size (mm) Tacking size (mm) No. of No. of Pattern Pattern stitches stitches Length Width Length Width KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 16 Note when creating additional sewing patterns When sewing data with a small number of stitches (15 stitches or less) is sewn repeatedly (short cycle operation), the upper shaft motor may overheat and the “E150” error code may be generated. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 17: List Of Sewing Patterns (Be-438F)

    ― 10-10 12-12 *1 Use for buttons with small holes. *2 Check that the diameter of the holes in the buttons is 2 mm or greater before using the programs. *3 Do not use the button lifter spring. KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 18 *5 When sewing of one side is completed, the thread will be trimmed without the button clamp rising, and then the other side will be sewn. KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 19 Note when creating additional sewing patterns When sewing data with a small number of stitches (15 stitches or less) is sewn repeatedly (short cycle operation), the upper shaft motor may overheat and the “E150” error code may be generated. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 20: Installation

    • The thickness of the table should be at least 40 mm, and it should be strong enough to bear the weight and vibration of the sewing machine. • Check that the control box is at least 10 mm away from the leg. If the control box and the leg are too close together, it may result in incorrect sewing machine operation. 2453B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 21: Installing The Control Box

    (4) is in the center of the hole (10) in the table for installing the oiler (8) as shown in figure [A]. NOTE: • Make sure that the dust oiler setting plate (4) does not interfere with the hinge holder (2). 2281B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 22: Installing The Machine Head

    (11) Plain washers [3 pcs] (12) Screws [3 pcs] (13) Felt (14) Oil tube Pass the felt (13) and the oil tube (14) through the hole in the dust oiler setting plate (15) into the oiler (16). Figure１ 2284B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 23: Installing The Operation Panel

    (2) Wood screws [4 pcs] * Pass the panel cord through the hole in the table, and then insert it into the control box through the hole in the side of the control box. (3) Staples [3 pcs] 2286B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 24: Installing The Cotton Stand

    (4) Set screw 4410Q 3-8. Installing the eye guard CAUTION Attach all safety devices before using the sewing machine. If the machine is used without these devices attached, injury may result. (1) Eye guard assembly (2) Screws [2 pcs] 2287B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 25: Connecting The Cords

    • Check that the connector is facing the correct way, and then insert it firmly until it locks into place. • Secure the cables with cable ties and cord clamps, while being careful not to pull on the connector. 2288B (Continued on next page.) KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 26 P21 (XPM) Y pulse motor [4-pin] Blue P22 (YPM) Work clamp pulse motor [4-pin] Black P23 (PPM) NOTE: Route the X, Y and work clamp pulse motor harnesses so that they do not touch the power supply P.C. board. KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 27 Close the cord presser plate (2) securely so that no foreign objects, insects or small animals can get inside the control box. 6. Check that the cords do not get pulled, and then gently return the machine head to its original position. 2291B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 28: Connecting The Ground Wire

    2292B (1) Ground wire from the machine head (Ground mark position) * The recommended tightening torque for the ground screws is 1.0±0.1 N･m. NOTE: Make sure that the ground connections are secure in order to ensure safety. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 29: Installing The Rear Cover

    3. INSTALLATION 3-11. Installing the rear cover (1) Rear cover (2) Screws [4 pcs] NOTE: Be careful not to clamp the cords when installing the rear cover (1). 2293B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 30: Lubrication

    • Do not add oil so that the oil level goes above the upper reference line, otherwise the oil may spill out when the machine head is tilted back (Continued on next page.) Upper reference line Lower reference line 2294B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 31: Connecting The Power Cord

    • Take care when tapping in the staples (3) to make sure that they do not pierce the cords. • Do not use extension cords, otherwise machine operation problems result. Control box Green and yellow wire (ground wire) 2353B KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 32 3. Use the six screws to tighten the cover of the control box. Check that none of the cords are being clamped by the cover at this time. Green and yellow wire (ground wire) KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 33 3. Use the six screws to tighten the cover of the control box. Check that none of the cords are being clamped by the cover at this time. Green and yellow wire (ground wire) 2351B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 34: Checking The Machine Head Switch

    After this, the program number will flash in the program No. display (6). 2. Depress the foot switch (7) to the 2nd step. The feed mechanism will move to the home position and the work clamp / button clamp will rise. 2339B 2nd step 2346B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 35: Preparation Before Sewing

    * When using threading mode for threading, the tension discs (1) will open so that the thread can be threaded more easily. (Refer to following page.) [When using the needle cooler (option)] [Two holes] Synthetic thread Spun rayon yarn [One hole] Approx. 40mm 2301B KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 36 THREAD/CLAMP indicator flashes 2389B Menu indicators switch off Threading the thread. Ending threading mode Press the THREAD/CLAMP key. • The work clamp/button clamp will return to where it was before threading mode was started. THREAD/CLAMP indicator switches off 2390B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 37: Winding The Lower Thread

    Loosen the set screw (7) and move the bobbin wider tension assembly (8) up and down to adjust. * For case A, move the bobbin winder tension assembly (8) down, and for case B, move it upward. Case Ａ Case Ｂ 2305B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 38: Installing The Bobbin Case

    Adjust the thread tension to the weakest possible tension by turning the thread tension nut (1) until the bobbin case will not drop by its own weight while the thread end coming out of the bobbin case is held. weaker stronger 2536Q KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 39: Upper Thread Tension

    0.05 - 0.3 0.1 - 0.4 Needle DP x 5 #14 DP x 5 #9 DP x 5 KN#11 DP x 17NY #19 DP x 17NY #12 *1: This is the tension value when the pretension is 0.05 N. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 40: Thread Nipper Device

    4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING [Guide to maximum sewing speed for KE-430F] Max. sewing speed (sti/min) Standard hook Large hook 8 layers of denim 3,200 2,500 12 layers of denim 2,700 Ordinary materials 2,700 2,500 For knitted materials and 2,500 foundation garments NOTE: The thread may break due to heat under some sewing conditions.
  • Page 41 4487Q 5. With the KE-430F, the lower thread may poke out from the underside of the material on the 2nd stitch for some types of material and thread. If this happens, it is recommended that you use sewing patterns that are designed for use with the thread nipper device.

  • Page 42: Inserting The Button (Be-438F)

    1. Install the spring support (1) with the bolt (2). 2. Install the spring (3) with the washer (4) and the screw (5). * Adjust so that the spring (3) is in the middle of the button. 2308B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 43: Using The Operation Panel (Basic Operations)

    Illuminates when the SELECT key (14) is pressed to switch to the X-scale setting. (10) Y-SCALE indicator Illuminates when the SELECT key (14) is pressed to switch to the Y-scale setting. (11) SPEED indicator Illuminates when the SELECT key (14) is pressed to switch to the sewing speed setting. KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 44 Used to change the value which is displayed in the TENSION display (22). (25) ENTER key Used to accept the values which are displayed in places such as the menu display (16). (26) Function keys [F1, F2, F3, F4] Used to directly select program numbers and cycle program numbers. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 45: Program Setting Method

    ・ If the display is flashing, it means that no pattern number has been entered and applied. If you press the SELECT key or the TEST key, the changes to the program 2399B contents will be canceled. KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 46 Repeat steps 4 to 6 above to record the settings for each parameter. If you would like to continue setting another program, repeat steps 2 to 7 above. Exit program mode. Press the TEST key. ・The display will return to the normal display. 2404B TEST indicator switches off KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 47: List Of Parameters

    438F: 200 sti/min to 2700 sti/min Setting units are 100 sti/min. (Initial value is 2000 sti/min.) * The setting is displayed in units of 10 sti/min. For a setting of 2000 sti/min, the display will Sewing be “200”.) speed Initial value 2408B KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 48 * The thread nipper device will not operate for settings other than Lo8 and Lo9. 0 - 300 (Initial setting is “75”.) * The later the value, the stronger the upper thread tension. Upper thread tension Initial value 2409B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 49: Copying Programs

    3 of “5-2. Program setting method”. 2413B 2414B Change the necessary parameters. Carry out the steps from step 4 onward in “5-2. Program setting method” to change the necessary parameters. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 50: Checking The Sewing Pattern (Ke-430F)

    5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS) 5-4. Checking the sewing pattern (KE-430F) Use test feed mode to check the needle movement with only the work clamp operating. Check that the needle hole does not come out from the frame of the work clamp.

  • Page 51: Checking The Sewing Pattern (Be-438F)

    TEST indicator flashes 2416B End test feeding. Press the TEST key. Depress the foot switch to the 1st step. The button clamp will be raised and preparation for sewing will be complete. 1st step TEST indicator switches off 2404B 4441Q KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 52: Correcting The Upper Thread Tension

    (In this case, the setting value of “76” which was set in <A. Basic method of use> has the setting value of “5” added to it in <B. Overall correction> so that the upper thread tension applied will be “81”.） 2382B 2383B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 53: Using The Operation Panel (Advanced Operations)

    Repeat steps 2 to 4 above to set each memory switch. Exit setting mode. Press the TEST key. ・ The changes will be memorized and the sewing machine will switch to home position detection standby. 2404B TEST indicator switches off KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 54: List Of Memory Switches

    Assignment to F4 key: Memory switch No. 410 *1: Off for KE-430F and ON for BE-438F. *2: The setting is enabled when memory switch No. 402 is set to “ON” and (for the BE-438F) when pattern No. 1 to No. 64 (button hole data) is selected.
  • Page 55 Thread nipper device can be used. (*5) *5: The setting is enabled when memory switch No. 100 is set to “ON”, the slow start pattern is set to Lo8 or Lo9 and when the sewing speed value is set to 1500 sti/min or more. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 56: Using The Lower Thread Counter

    If you press the RESET key (3) for 2 seconds or more, you can return the lower thread counter to its initial value even if the current value is not “0000”. 2428B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 57: Using The Production Counter

    7 digits while the keys are being pressed. ・ While pressing the ENTER key, press the F2 key. The lower thread counter will be displayed while the keys are being pressed. 2432B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 58: Using Cycle Programs

    ・ The display will change from flashing to illuminated, and this means that the setting has been applied. ・ If you press the keys (4), the keys (5) or the TEST key without pressing the ENTER key, you can cancel the parameter changes. KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 59 (6). If you would like to continue setting another cycle program, repeat steps 2 to 5 above. End cycle program recording mode. Press the TEST key. This completes the recording of cycle programs. 2404B TEST indicator switches off KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 60 ・ If you press the key, you can return to the previous step or skip to the next step respectively. (You 2440B do not need to carry out home position detection again.) 2382B 2383B (Continued on next page) KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 61 Program No. (*3) 200 – 999 (*2) 1 – 89 (*1) *1: 1 to 64 for the 438F *2: Only the numbers which have been recorded are displayed. *3: Only when program numbers 200 to 999 have not been recorded. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 62: Direct Selection

    Program No.C04 2443B 2444B 2445B 2442B 406＝3 Item specified by memory Item specified by memory Item specified by memory Item specified by memory switch No. 407 switch No. 408 switch No. 409 switch No. 410 2444B 2445B 2442B 2443B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 63: Resetting All Settings To Their Defaults

    *3: Additional patterns will also be cleared, so check that a backup exists before clearing them. 2447B 2138M 2139M Press the ENTER key for two seconds or more. • The menu display will change to illuminated and initialization will then be complete. 2448B Press the TEST key. 2404B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 64: Sewing

    6. Depress the foot switch to the 2nd step. The sewing machine will start sewing. 2384B 7. Once sewing is completed and the thread has been trimmed, the work clamp (2) / button clamp (3) will rise. 4116M KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 65: Changing Sewing Conditions

    ・ The setting value (sti/min) will be displayed in the menu display (3). 2. Press the key (4) to set the sewing speed. (Sewing speed values: KE-430F: 200 to 3200; BE-438F: 200 to 2700) 2451B <Changing slow start pattern> * This setting cannot be made when memory switch No.

  • Page 66: Maintenance

    (2) and the shuttle hook (3). 4462Q 3. Clean all the dust and thread ends from around the driver (4), the top of the rotary hook thread guide and the shuttle race. 4482Q KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 67: Cleaning The Control Box Air Inlet Ports

    2310B 8-5. Checking the needle Always check that the tip of the needle is not broken and also the needle is not bent before starting sewing. 2311B 8-6. Lubrication Carry out the lubrication referring to “3-12. Lubrication”. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 68: Applying Grease (Work Clamp: Ke-430F)

    8. MAINTENANCE 8-7. Applying grease (Work clamp: KE-430F) Periodically apply grease to the sliding parts of the work Viewed from directly above clamp (1) and the work clamp arm (2). NOTE: After replacing the work clamp (1), be sure to apply grease before using it.
  • Page 69 1. Remove the four screws (1), and then remove the rear cover (2). 2. Remove the grease assembly (3) from inside the rear cover (2). 2458B 2. Using the tube 2313B Use in “B. Applying grease to the rock gear shaft F”. KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 70 (4) and the two bolts (5). Grease NOTE: Securely tighten the bolt (4) and the two bolts (5). If any of these bolts are loose, grease may leak out and problems with sewing machine operation such as seizing may occur. 2316B KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 71 (4) in units of 10,000 stitches. 2. Press and hold the RESET key (5) for 2 seconds or more. (This completes the reset procedure.) 3. When you press the TEST key (6), the displays will return to their normal displays. 2344B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 72: Standard Adjustment

    DP x 5 #14 DP x 5 #9 DP x 5KN #11 DP x 17NY #19 DP x 17NY #12 *1: This is the tension value when the pretension is 0.05 N. 9-1-1. Upper and lower thread tension 2319B 2318B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 73: Thread Take-Up Spring

    Stronger Weaker 2321B Adjust by turning the shaft (2) with a screwdriver. * When the spring height (stroke) is great or the spring tension is insufficient, it may cause the thread end length to vary after thread trimming. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 74: Arm Thread Guide C

    (reference line A) is aligned with the lower edge of the needle bar bush (3). If using a DP x 5 needle, use the highest reference line (reference line a). KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 75: Adjusting The Needle Bar Lift Amount And The Driver Needle Guard

    Turn the pulley to align the tip of the rotary hook with the needle center line. Then loosen the set screw (1) and turn the eccentric shaft (2) to adjust so that the clearance between the needle and the rotary hook is 0.01 - 0.08 mm. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 76: Adjusting The Shuttle Race Thread Guide

    2. Loosen the two bolts (1), and then adjust by moving the oil tank assembly (2) up or down. * The standard position is when the centers of the two bolts (1) are aligned with the reference line on the oil tank plate (3). KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 77: Replacing The Movable Knife And Fixed Knife

    * Move the movable knife (6) as shown in the illustration and check that it trims the thread cleanly. Note: If the movable knife spacer (11) is too thick, it will not be possible to trim the thread. 2334B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 78: Adjusting The Work Clamp Lift Amount (Ke-430F)

    9. STANDARD ADJUSTMENT 9-8. Adjusting the work clamp lift amount (KE-430F) Adjust so that the actual maximum lift amount for the work clamp is 17 mm above the top of the needle plate when the maximum work clamp height has been set to 17 mm using the operation panel.

  • Page 79: Adjusting The Holding Pressure (Be-438F)

    (1) is aligned with the center of the needle. Note: Check that the needle bar thread guide (3) and the thread wiper base shaft (4) are not touching at this time. Approx. 2 mm 2338B 2335B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 80: Checking The Machine Head Switch

    <If error [E050], [E051] or [E055] is displayed> If the machine head switch (1) is not turned on, error [E050], [E051] or [E055] will occur. Use the screw (2) to adjust the installation position of the machine head switch as shown in the illustration. 2295B KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 81: Table Of Error Codes

    Check that connector P14 on the main P.C. board is properly connected. An operation panel key was still being pressed when the power was turned on, or key is faulty. E065 Turn off the power and check the operation panel. KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 82 Turn off the power, and then check that connectors P19 and P23 on the main P.C. board are properly connected. Work clamp/button clamp raised or lowered position cannot be detected. E301 Turn off the power, and then check that there is no problem with the vertical work clamp/button clamp position. KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 83 Turn off the power, and then check that connector P16 on the main P.C. board is properly connected. Internal memory is full and copying is not possible. E474 Press the RESET key to clear the error. Clear any unnecessary additional patterns. KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 84 Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems with the work clamp/button clamp operation. If an error code that is not listed above appears or if carrying out the specified remedy does not solve the problem, contact the place of purchase. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 85: Troubleshooting

    (BE-438F) Work clamp lift amount Incorrect position of work clamp arm Adjust the work clamp lift amount. P. 69 is incorrect. (KE-430F) lever plate Button clamp lift Incorrect position of button clamp holder Adjust the button clamp lift amount.
  • Page 86 Use the correct needle for the material. P. 30 Refer to “5-6. Checking the sewing Needle is striking the button. (BE-438F) P. 42 pattern” . Button breaks. Refer to “5-6. Checking the sewing P. 42 Needle is striking the button. (BE-438F) pattern” . KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 87 P. 17 operate when power is is disconnected. turned on and foot switch is depressed. Adjust the position of the switching Machine head switch does not work. P. 25 plate. Replace the machine head switch if it is broken. KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 88: Segment Display List

    12. 7-SEGMENT DISPLAY LIST 12. 7-SEGMENT DISPLAY LIST 4268M KE-430F, BE-438F...
  • Page 89 MEMO KE-430F, BE-438F...

  • Page 90: Instruction Manual

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL © 2010 Brother Industries, Ltd. All Rights Reserved. KE-430F, BE-438F This is the original instructions. SB1256-001 E 2010.05.B(1)

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