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BE-1204B-BC BE-1204C-BC BE-1206B-BC INSTRUCTION MANUAL PC Control type Please read this manual within easy reach for quick reference. Please keep this manual before using the machine. TWELVE NEEDLE FOUR HEAD EMBROIDERY MACHINE TWELVE NEEDLE FOUR HEAD EMBROIDERY MACHINE TWELVE NEEDLE SIX HEAD EMBROIDERY MACHINE
BE-1204B-BC BE-1204C-BC BE-1206B-BC INSTRUCTION MANUAL PC Control type Please read this manual within easy reach for quick reference. Please keep this manual before using the machine. TWELVE NEEDLE FOUR HEAD EMBROIDERY MACHINE TWELVE NEEDLE FOUR HEAD EMBROIDERY MACHINE TWELVE NEEDLE SIX HEAD EMBROIDERY MACHINE
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...and instructors regarding safe and correct operation before operating the machine so that you must make the ground connection".) BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B-BC 1 Before using the machine or physical damage to carry out work while positioned directly in death or severe injury. CAUTION.... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Safety indications and their meanings This instruction manual and the indications and symbols that you very much for buying a BROTHER sewing machine. Thank you must not do . The picture inside the circle indicates the nature of this machine and to prevent accidents ...
...and instructors regarding safe and correct operation before operating the machine so that you must make the ground connection".) BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B-BC 1 Before using the machine or physical damage to carry out work while positioned directly in death or severe injury. CAUTION.... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Safety indications and their meanings This instruction manual and the indications and symbols that you very much for buying a BROTHER sewing machine. Thank you must not do . The picture inside the circle indicates the nature of this machine and to prevent accidents ...
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...this may cause problems with correct operation may need to 85% during use , and no oil or grease gets into your eyes or onto your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician for the machine. Be sure to direct sunlight may operate if the start switch is not secure, you run a... operate the sewing machine with correct operation. 2 Notes on the sound floor so that it will not move. 2 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B-BC Exposure to wear protective goggles and gloves when handling the lubricating oil or grease, so that fire or electric shocks could result in...
...this may cause problems with correct operation may need to 85% during use , and no oil or grease gets into your eyes or onto your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician for the machine. Be sure to direct sunlight may operate if the start switch is not secure, you run a... operate the sewing machine with correct operation. 2 Notes on the sound floor so that it will not move. 2 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B-BC Exposure to wear protective goggles and gloves when handling the lubricating oil or grease, so that fire or electric shocks could result in...
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..., as they can result. If goggles are not worn, there is being used without these devices attached, injury may enter your nearest Brother dealer or a qualified technician. Otherwise burns may result in a fire or an electric shock. Doing so may result. If the machine... press any applications other cables. Furthermore, do not drink the oil or grease under such a condition may result. BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B-BC 3 Do not use the proper needle plate. If the machine develops a problem, contact your skin, otherwise inflammation can cause vomiting...
..., as they can result. If goggles are not worn, there is being used without these devices attached, injury may enter your nearest Brother dealer or a qualified technician. Otherwise burns may result in a fire or an electric shock. Doing so may result. If the machine... press any applications other cables. Furthermore, do not drink the oil or grease under such a condition may result. BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B-BC 3 Do not use the proper needle plate. If the machine develops a problem, contact your skin, otherwise inflammation can cause vomiting...
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... devices have been removed, be absolutely sure to re-install them to the machine will not be covered by Brother. Any problems in burns. Failure to observe all safety precautions. Ask your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician to perform the following operations. Maintenance and inspection Maintenance and inspection of the sewing machine... occur in such a case. • When carrying out inspection, adjustment, or maintenance • When replacing consumable parts such as specified by the warranty. 4 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B...
... devices have been removed, be absolutely sure to re-install them to the machine will not be covered by Brother. Any problems in burns. Failure to observe all safety precautions. Ask your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician to perform the following operations. Maintenance and inspection Maintenance and inspection of the sewing machine... occur in such a case. • When carrying out inspection, adjustment, or maintenance • When replacing consumable parts such as specified by the warranty. 4 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B...
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If the labels have been removed or are difficult to read, please contact your nearest Brother dealer. 1 Electric shock danger display 2 Electric shock danger display W1408Q 3 Injury warning display Hazardous voltage will cause injury. 4 Injury caution display W1410Q 5 Injury caution display W1200Q W1202Q BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B-BC 5 Please follow the instructions on the sewing machine. 3 Warning labels * The following warning labels appear 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. 1 Electric shock danger display 2 Electric shock danger display W1408Q 3 Injury warning display Hazardous voltage will cause injury. 4 Injury caution display W1410Q 5 Injury caution display W1200Q W1202Q BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B-BC 5 Please follow the instructions on the sewing machine. 3 Warning labels * The following warning labels appear on the labels at all times when using the machine.
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... run a high risk of receiving a serious electric shock, and problems with correct operation may also occur. 11 Direction of operation W1205Q 6 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B-BC Otherwise burns may result. 10 Ground mark W1201Q Be sure to the sewing machine. 8 High temperature caution display 9 High temperature caution display W1206Q Do...
... run a high risk of receiving a serious electric shock, and problems with correct operation may also occur. 11 Direction of operation W1205Q 6 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B-BC Otherwise burns may result. 10 Ground mark W1201Q Be sure to the sewing machine. 8 High temperature caution display 9 High temperature caution display W1206Q Do...
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... Do not store floppy disks under high humidity. W1214Q W1215Q Store it in the case immediately after using it on the disk. W1218Q 8 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B...
... Do not store floppy disks under high humidity. W1214Q W1215Q Store it in the case immediately after using it on the disk. W1218Q 8 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B...
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To do so, slide the write-protect notch to prevent undesired data deletion. Slide the notch in this direction to prevent data loss or overwriting. Protecting data in floppy disks Write-protection is available for disks which contain important data. Slide the notch in this direction to provide write-protection for a floppy disk to open the slot as shown below. W1219Q BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B-BC 9 A write-protected disk is recommended to write data. It is read-only.
To do so, slide the write-protect notch to prevent undesired data deletion. Slide the notch in this direction to prevent data loss or overwriting. Protecting data in floppy disks Write-protection is available for disks which contain important data. Slide the notch in this direction to provide write-protection for a floppy disk to open the slot as shown below. W1219Q BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B-BC 9 A write-protected disk is recommended to write data. It is read-only.
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...maintenance of Optional Equipment Describes connections between the machine/computer and optional equipment available. 10 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B-BC Chapter 2 Preparation of the embroidery machine, software installation environment, and basic software operations. Chapter 5... Embroidery Data Explains how to use the Embroidery Data Explorer. BE-1204C-BC - Chapter 12 Troubleshooting Provides troubleshooting for individual model is BE-1206B-BC. BE-1206B-BC Explanation for the machine. Check the model before starting embroidering operation....
...maintenance of Optional Equipment Describes connections between the machine/computer and optional equipment available. 10 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B-BC Chapter 2 Preparation of the embroidery machine, software installation environment, and basic software operations. Chapter 5... Embroidery Data Explains how to use the Embroidery Data Explorer. BE-1204C-BC - Chapter 12 Troubleshooting Provides troubleshooting for individual model is BE-1206B-BC. BE-1206B-BC Explanation for the machine. Check the model before starting embroidering operation....
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... to Machines (for Embroidering...3-6 Run the Software ...3-7 Turn on the Machine Power ...3-7 Register the Machine Name...3-8 Retrieve the Embroidery Data ...3-8 Start Embroidering ...3-9 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B-BC 11 Specifications...1-2 Accessories...1-3 2. Contents Contents SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...1 Before Starting Operation ...8 Procedure of Reading This Manual ...10 Chapter 1 Preparation of Machine Components...2-2 2.
... to Machines (for Embroidering...3-6 Run the Software ...3-7 Turn on the Machine Power ...3-7 Register the Machine Name...3-8 Retrieve the Embroidery Data ...3-8 Start Embroidering ...3-9 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B-BC 11 Specifications...1-2 Accessories...1-3 2. Contents Contents SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...1 Before Starting Operation ...8 Procedure of Reading This Manual ...10 Chapter 1 Preparation of Machine Components...2-2 2.
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... Vertical Flip ...5-17 Point Symmetry ...5-17 Repeat ...5-17 Resize...5-20 Delete Stitch ...5-20 Insert or Delete Code...5-21 Insert Lock Stitch ...5-22 12 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B...
... Vertical Flip ...5-17 Point Symmetry ...5-17 Repeat ...5-17 Resize...5-20 Delete Stitch ...5-20 Insert or Delete Code...5-21 Insert Lock Stitch ...5-22 12 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B...
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... Window Display ...6-20 Minimizing and Aligning Windows ...6-21 Language ...6-23 Copying Data to Other Machines ...6-23 Configuration...6-24 Upgrading the Machine Program ...6-24 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B...
... Window Display ...6-20 Minimizing and Aligning Windows ...6-21 Language ...6-23 Copying Data to Other Machines ...6-23 Configuration...6-24 Upgrading the Machine Program ...6-24 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B...
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... ...6-56 Moving Embroidery Position ...6-57 Centering Pattern ...6-58 Saving Data ...6-59 Save ...6-59 Save As...6-59 Test ...6-60 Running Other Programs...6-61 14 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B...
... ...6-56 Moving Embroidery Position ...6-57 Centering Pattern ...6-58 Saving Data ...6-59 Save ...6-59 Save As...6-59 Test ...6-60 Running Other Programs...6-61 14 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B...
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... Recess Time Setting ...8-17 Save As CSV...8-18 Printing Production Report ...8-19 Page Setup ...8-19 Print...8-19 Copying Report Data ...8-20 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B-BC 15 Operating Procedures ...7-2 1-1 Power Source ...7-2 1-2 Preparation for Hoop Movement ...7-4 4. Contents Chapter 7 Operation of the Machine ...7-3 2-3 Resetting Emergency Stop ...7-3 3. Jog Embroidering ...7-8 6. Jog Switches...
... Recess Time Setting ...8-17 Save As CSV...8-18 Printing Production Report ...8-19 Page Setup ...8-19 Print...8-19 Copying Report Data ...8-20 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B-BC 15 Operating Procedures ...7-2 1-1 Power Source ...7-2 1-2 Preparation for Hoop Movement ...7-4 4. Contents Chapter 7 Operation of the Machine ...7-3 2-3 Resetting Emergency Stop ...7-3 3. Jog Embroidering ...7-8 6. Jog Switches...
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... Computer Section ...12-8 Chapter 13 Connection and Installation of Rotary Hook...10-6 3. Oiling ...9-4 2-1 Head...9-4 2-2 Lower shaft ...9-5 3. Attaching Bobbin Winder...13-2 16 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B-BC Greasing...9-6 3-1 Cam grooves ...9-6 3-2 Lower gear ...9-8 3-3 Driving shaft...9-8 3-4 Needle bar flip-up mechanism ...9-9 3-5 Feed Guide Section...9-10 Chapter 10 Adjustment 1. Adjusting Needle Bar...
... Computer Section ...12-8 Chapter 13 Connection and Installation of Rotary Hook...10-6 3. Oiling ...9-4 2-1 Head...9-4 2-2 Lower shaft ...9-5 3. Attaching Bobbin Winder...13-2 16 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B-BC Greasing...9-6 3-1 Cam grooves ...9-6 3-2 Lower gear ...9-8 3-3 Driving shaft...9-8 3-4 Needle bar flip-up mechanism ...9-9 3-5 Feed Guide Section...9-10 Chapter 10 Adjustment 1. Adjusting Needle Bar...
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...) 3.5 2HD floppy disk (the equivalent to Tajima format) 3.5 2DD floppy disk (Barudan FDR/FMC format) 3.5 2DD floppy disk (ZSK format) 3.5 floppy disk (brother ECS format) Automatic thread trimmer Upper and lower thread breakage detector Single phase 200 V, 220 V, 230 V, 240 V,1.1 kVA Flourescent lamp: 92VA 49W (Maximum) 700 ...360 (H) mm (With cap frame) 670kg (Before assembly) 3040 (W) × 810 (L) × 1400 (H) mm (After setup) 3040 (W) × 1360 (L) × 1750 (H) mm 1-2 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B-BC Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine 1.
...) 3.5 2HD floppy disk (the equivalent to Tajima format) 3.5 2DD floppy disk (Barudan FDR/FMC format) 3.5 2DD floppy disk (ZSK format) 3.5 floppy disk (brother ECS format) Automatic thread trimmer Upper and lower thread breakage detector Single phase 200 V, 220 V, 230 V, 240 V,1.1 kVA Flourescent lamp: 92VA 49W (Maximum) 700 ...360 (H) mm (With cap frame) 670kg (Before assembly) 3040 (W) × 810 (L) × 1400 (H) mm (After setup) 3040 (W) × 1360 (L) × 1750 (H) mm 1-2 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B-BC Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine 1.
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Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B-BC 1-3
Chapter 1 An Introduction of Embroidery Machine BE-1204B-BC • BE-1204C-BC • BE-1206B-BC 1-3
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... to page 4-18.) 2-2 Configuration of Software This software is mainly composed of embroidery data on actual embroidering operation and calculating output, etc. 1-4 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B-BC Software 2-1 Necessary Systems The following four programs. (1) Embroidery Machine Controller (2) Embroidery Data Explorer (3) Embroidery Data Editor (4) Production Report The software is for operating...
... to page 4-18.) 2-2 Configuration of Software This software is mainly composed of embroidery data on actual embroidering operation and calculating output, etc. 1-4 BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B-BC Software 2-1 Necessary Systems The following four programs. (1) Embroidery Machine Controller (2) Embroidery Data Explorer (3) Embroidery Data Editor (4) Production Report The software is for operating...
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... an on use • Do not start other application software while the machine controller is used. • Do not set the screen saver. BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B-BC 1-5 A message is started independently. Chapter 1 An Introduction of the application for your reference. Next, embroidery data is totaled by the program (2).
... an on use • Do not start other application software while the machine controller is used. • Do not set the screen saver. BE-1204B-BC • BE-1206B-BC 1-5 A message is started independently. Chapter 1 An Introduction of the application for your reference. Next, embroidery data is totaled by the program (2).
