Brother KE-434C Instruction Manual

KE-434CKE-435CPlease read this manual before using the machine.Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference.ELECTRONIC LOCKSTITCH PAT

3. INSTALLATION4KE-434C,435C3. INSTALLATION CAUTIONMachine installation should only be carried out by aqualified technician.Contact your Brother de

3. INSTALLATION5KE-434C,435C3-2. Installing the control boxCheck that the IM sticker is attached to the side of the control box (in the position shown

3. INSTALLATION6KE-434C,435C3-3. Installing the rubber cushionsInstall the rubber cushions (1) with the nails (2).* Install so that the head of the na

3. INSTALLATION7KE-434C,435C3-6. Installing the switching plateInstall the switching plate (1) to the work table with the two woodscrews (2) in the po

3. INSTALLATION8KE-434C,435C3-8. Installing the head restTap the head rest (1) into the table hole.Note:Tap the head rest securely into the table hole

3. INSTALLATION9KE-434C,435C3-10. Installing the operation panelThe operation panel can be installed to either the top or bottom of the work table.1.

3. INSTALLATION10KE-434C,435C3-12. Connecting the cords2744Q 2502Q2503Q 2504Q

3. INSTALLATION11KE-434C,435C1. Gently tilt back the machine head.Note:After tilting back the machine head, do not push the face side or the pulley si

3. INSTALLATION12KE-434C,435C11. Replace PROM control assembly with one which contains sewing data.1) Use the special tool to remove the PROM control

3. INSTALLATION13KE-434C,435C3-13. Piping (for pneumatic)Connect air tubes in accordance with the identified numbers in the figure.* Light work clamp

iKE-434C,435C Thank you very much for buying a BROTHER sewing machine. Before using your new machine, please read the safety instructions below and th

3. INSTALLATION14KE-434C,435C3-13-1. Installing the air unitMake sure that the air unit does not touch the control box or the work table leg.<When

3. INSTALLATION15KE-434C,435C3-13-2. Adjusting the speed controllerThe speeds at which the work clamps are raised and lowered can be adjusted by loose

3. INSTALLATION16KE-434C,435C3-14. Installing the belt cover1. Loosen the screw (2) of the upper cover (1).2. Insert the belt cover (3) in the directi

3. INSTALLATION17KE-434C,435C3-16. Installing the needle sub plate1. Install the four needle sub plate supports (1) with the fourscrews (2).2. Insert

3. INSTALLATION18KE-434C,435C3-17. Installing the spool standAssemble the spool stand (1) while referring to the spool standinstruction manual, and th

4. LUBRICATION19KE-434C,435C4. LUBRICATION CAUTIONTurn off the power switch before starting lubricating, otherwise the machine may operate if the f

5. OPERATION20KE-434C,435C5. OPERATION5-1. Name and function of each operation panel item(1) POWER indicator ... Illuminates when the

5. OPERATION21KE-434C,435C(8) X-SCALE indicator... Illuminates when the SELECT switch (6) is pressed to shown the X-scale setting.(9)

5. OPERATION22KE-434C,435C5-2. Operating procedurePreparationTurn on the power switch.* The POWER indicator (1) will illuminate and theprogram number

5. OPERATION23KE-434C,435C5-2-3. Setting the sewing speed1Press the SELECT switch (6)until the SPEED indicator il-luminates.2Press the DISPLAY SETswit

iiKE-434C,435C2. Notes on safetyDANGERWait at least 5 minutes after turning off the power switch and disconnecting the power cord from the wall outlet

5. OPERATION24KE-434C,435C5-3. Operating the foot switchSingle-pedal foot switch (two steps)When the foot switch is depressed to step 1, the work clam

5. OPERATION25KE-434C,435C5-4. Operating the emergency stop switchIf the emergency stop switch is pressed while normal sewing or test sewing is being

6. CHECKING THE SEWING PATTERN26KE-434C,435C6. CHECKING THE SEWING PATTERNWhen checking by operating only the feed mechanism1. Turn on the power switc

7. CORRECT USE27KE-434C,435C7. CORRECT USE7-1. Selecting the needle and threadDifferent needles and threads are used for different sewingapplications.

7. CORRECT USE28KE-434C,435C7-4. Winding the lower thread CAUTIONDo not touch any of the moving parts or press any objects against the machine whil

7. CORRECT USE29KE-434C,435C7-5. Replacing the bobbin case and threading the thread CAUTIONTurn off the power switch before removing or inserting t

7. CORRECT USE30KE-434C,435C7-6-2. Guide to maximum sewing speedMax. sewing speed(rpm)UseStandard hook Large hook8 layers of denim 2,500 2,50012 layer

7. CORRECT USE31KE-434C,435C7-6-5. Thread take-up spring height 7-6-6. Thread take-up spring tensionLoosen the set screw (1) and turn the tensioner bo

8. SEWING32KE-434C,435C8. SEWINGCAUTIONTurn off the power switch at the following times, otherwise the machine may operate if the foot switch is depre

9. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION33KE-434C,435C9. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTIONCAUTIONTurn off the power switch before carrying out cleaning, otherwise the m

iiiKE-434C,435CCAUTIONSewingThis sewing machine should only be used by opera-tors who have received the necessary training in safeuse beforehand.The s

9. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION34KE-434C,435C9-3. LubricationNote1: Fill the machine with oil when the oil level is down to about one-third full in the

9. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION35KE-434C,435C9-4. Draining the oil1. Remove and empty the waste oil container (1) wheneverit is full.2. After emptying t

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS36KE-434C,435C10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTSCAUTIONMaintenance and inspection of the sewing machineshould only be carried out by a q

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS37KE-434C,435C10-3. Adjusting the driver needle guardTurn the machine pulley to align the tip of the rotary hook with the need

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS38KE-434C,435C10-6. Adjusting the thread take-up amountAt the time of shipment from the factory, the thread take-up amount (st

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS39KE-434C,435C10-7. Adjusting the movable knife1. Remove the top cover (1) while making this adjustment.2. Press down on the p

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS40KE-434C,435C10-7-1. Replacing the movable knife and fixed knife1. Open the large shuttle hook cover, remove the bolts (1) an

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS41KE-434C,435C10-7-2. Adjusting the engagement of the movable knife and fixed knifeA. After the movable knife and fixed knife

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS42KE-434C,435C10-8. Adjusting the work clamp lift amountThe maximum work clamp lift amount is 17 mm (25 mm forpneumatic, 17 mm

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS43KE-434C,435C10-9. Work clamp interchangeabilityThe BAS-311F work clamp can also be used with the KE-434C, 435C.Replace the f

ivKE-434C,435C3. Warning labelsThe following warning labels appear on the sewing machine.Please follow the instructions on the labels at all times whe

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS44KE-434C,435C10-11. Adjusting the thread wiper[Solenoid type]1. Loosen the set screw (2) and move the wiper arm support (3) u

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS45KE-434C,435C10-12. Checking the input sensor and DIP switch input1. When the X-SCALE indicator (1) is illuminated and the RE

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS46KE-434C,435C10-13. Checking the input voltage1. Turn on the power switch.2. Press the SELECT switch (1) until the Y-SCALE in

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS47KE-434C,435C10-15. Moving stitch patterns• Programs which have already been programmed can be moved up, down and to the left

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS48KE-434C,435C10-16. Adjustment of air pressure (for pneumatic)1. Air pressure should be 0.5 Mpa.The air pressure can be adjus

10. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS49KE-434C,435C10-18. Work clamp adjustment (KE-435C)Turn the pulley to hand to lower the work clamp to the down position, and

11. USING THE COUNTERS50KE-434C,435C11. USING THE COUNTERS11-1. Using the bobbin thread counterIf you use the bobbin thread counter to set the number

12. CHANGING FUNCTIONS USING THE DIP SWITCHES51KE-434C,435C12. CHANGING FUNCTIONS USING THE DIP SWITCHES12-1. Operation panel DIP switchesThe function

12. CHANGING FUNCTIONS USING THE DIP SWITCHES52KE-434C,435C12-2. DIP switches inside the control boxDANGERWait at least 5 minutes after turning off th

12. CHANGING FUNCTIONS USING THE DIP SWITCHES53KE-434C,435C12-3. Using user programsRecording a user program1. Turn off the power switch and then set

KE-434C,435CCONTENTS1. NAME OF EACH PART ... 12. SPECIFICATIONS ... 22-1. Specificatio

12. CHANGING FUNCTIONS USING THE DIP SWITCHES54KE-434C,435CUsing a user program1. Press the DISPLAY SET switches (10) to select the speed program numb

13. CHANGING SPECIAL FUNCTIONS USING THE MEMORY SWITCHES55KE-434C,435C13. CHANGING SPECIAL FUNCTIONS USING THE MEMORY SWITCHESThe functions of the swi

13. CHANGING SPECIAL FUNCTIONS USING THE MEMORY SWITCHES56KE-434C,435C<Memory switches 10 - 1F>Initial valueSwitch Motion when set to ONSolenoid

13. CHANGING SPECIAL FUNCTIONS USING THE MEMORY SWITCHES57KE-434C,435C<Memory switches 30 - 4F>30 to 4F are set by entering two-digit values.The

13. CHANGING SPECIAL FUNCTIONS USING THE MEMORY SWITCHES58KE-434C,435C13-1. Using the cycle sewing functionWhat is the cycle sewing function?The cycle

13. CHANGING SPECIAL FUNCTIONS USING THE MEMORY SWITCHES59KE-434C,435CUsing a cycle sewing program1. When “c1-1” is flashing in the display window (10

14. SETTING THE WORK CLAMP MODE60KE-434C,435C14. SETTING THE WORK CLAMP MODE14-1. Setting solenoid work clamp modeThrough the combination of DIP switc

14. SETTING THE WORK CLAMP MODE61KE-434C,435Cmemo-42 Pedal specifications Raising the presser at the sewing end11Three pedals(Option)The left pedal ra

14. SETTING THE WORK CLAMP MODE62KE-434C,435C14-3. Light work clampFor pneumatic specifications, the hose connections can be changed so that the press

14. SETTING THE WORK CLAMP MODE63KE-434C,435C14-4. Setting reverse work clamp modeBasic setting1. If installing the inner clamping device as a later o

1. NAME OF EACH PART1KE-434C,435C1. NAME OF EACH PARTSpecifications with inner clamping device0298Q 2593Q(1) Power switch(2) Control box(3) Operation

15. TABLE OF ERROR CODES64KE-434C,435C15. TABLE OF ERROR CODESDANGERWait at least 5 minutes after turning off the power switch and disconnecting the p

15. TABLE OF ERROR CODES65KE-434C,435CCode Cause RemedyE-80 Motor PROM is not correctly inserted. Turn off the power and check.E-81Foot switch was dep

16. GAUGE PARTS LIST ACCORDING TO SUBCLASSES66KE-434C,435C16. GAUGE PARTS LIST ACCORDING TO SUBCLASSESThe following are standard gauge parts according

16. GAUGE PARTS LIST ACCORDING TO SUBCLASSES67KE-434C,435CSpecificationPart nameMedium materials Heavy materials Extra heavy materials152890-001 AThre

16. GAUGE PARTS LIST ACCORDING TO SUBCLASSES68KE-434C,435C56R 156082-001 (L) 156088-001 (S)L 156083-001 (L) 156089-001 (S)Workclamp156084-001 (L) 1560

17. MAKING THE FEED PLATE AND WORK CLAMP PLATE FOR INNER CLAMPING DEVICE69KE-434C,435C17. MAKING THE FEED PLATE AND WORK CLAMP PLATE FOR INNER CLAMPIN

17. MAKING THE FEED PLATE AND WORK CLAMP PLATE FOR INNER CLAMPING DEVICE70KE-434C,435C17-3. How to make the feed plate1. Align the center of the top e

17. MAKING THE FEED PLATE AND WORK CLAMP PLATE FOR INNER CLAMPING DEVICE71KE-434C,435C17-4. How to make the work clamp plate[Condition 1]1. Align the

17. MAKING THE FEED PLATE AND WORK CLAMP PLATE FOR INNER CLAMPING DEVICE72KE-434C,435C17-5. Replacing the work clamp crank and work clamp plate holder

18. TROUBLESHOOTING73KE-434C,435C18. TROUBLESHOOTINGCAUTIONTurn off the power switch and disconnect the power cord before carrying out troubleshooting

2. SPECIFICATIONS2KE-434C,435C2. SPECIFICATIONS2-1. SpecificationsKE-434CElectronic lockstitch pattern tackerKE-435CElectronic lockstitch pattern tack

18. TROUBLESHOOTING74KE-434C,435CProblem Cause Check Remedy PageUpper thread tension istoo strong.Upper thread tensionAdjust the upper threadtension.3

18. TROUBLESHOOTING75KE-434C,435CProblem Cause Check Remedy PageMovable knife is blunt. Movable knife bladeReplace the movableknife.40Fixed knife is b

19. OPTIONAL PARTS76KE-434C,435C19. OPTIONAL PARTSTwo-pedal foot switch Two-step foot switchThe presser switch and the start switch have beenseparated

INSTRUCTION MANUAL15-1, Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya 467-8561, Japan. Phone: 81-52-824-2177Printed in Japan118-V34S91V34-2022002.10.B(1)

2. SPECIFICATIONS3KE-434C,435C2-2. Examples of sewing patternsThe following are examples of possible patterns.Sewing patternsUses Decorative tacking T