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BAS-300G BAS-311G BAS-326G DIRECT DRIVE Basic Operation Manual PROGRAMMABLE ELECTRONIC PATTERN SEWER Please read this manual before using the machine. Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference. This basic operation manual describes basic operations including sewing machine - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 2
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. With industrial sewing machines, it is normal to carry out work while positioned directly in front of moving parts such as the - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 3
and their meanings This instruction manual and the indications and symbols that are used on the machine itself are provided in order to ensure safe operation of this machine and to prevent accidents , the symbol at left means "you must make the ground connection".) BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G i - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 4
outlet. Lightning may cause problems with correct operation. Installation Machine installation should only be carried out by a qualified technician. Contact your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician for any electrical work that may need to be done. The sewing machine weighs approximately 88 - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 5
positions and check that they operate correctly before using the machine. To prevent accidents and problems, do not modify the machine yourself. Brother will not be held responsible for any accidents or problems resulting from modifications made to the machine. BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G iii - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 6
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 problems with correct operation may also occur. 5 Direction of operation iv BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 7
Motor cover Tension release solenoid cover Inner cover L Outer cover Fixed cover L Motor cover L Thread take-up cover Inner cover R Eye guard Outer cover Fixed cover R Motor cover R Finger guard Gas spring support cover 2960B 2961B BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G v - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 8
PARTS ...1 2. USEFUL FUNCTIONS FOR OPTIMUM SEWING ...2 3. INSTALLATION ...3 3-1. Table processing diagram ...4 3-2. Installing the control box...5 3-3. Installing the oil pan...5 3-4. Installing the machine head...6 3-5. Tilting the sewing machine detection ...24 BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 9
1. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS 1. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS Two-pedal foot switch 2962B (1) Power switch (2) Control box (3) CF slot (4) Operation panel (5) Foot switch (motor-driven work clamp specifications) (6) Work clamp switch (pneumatic work - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 10
safe because the sewing machine will not start even when the foot switch is depressed. Presser foot height can be set easily using the panel Page 30 INSTRUCTION MANUAL CD 6-7. Using user programs The drops to the lowest position C. 5029Q Feed plate installation mode 2 BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 11
Contact your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician for any electrical work that may need to be done. The sewing machine head weighs approximately shock, and problems with correct operation may also occur. Install the safety covers to the machine head and motor. BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G 3 - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 12
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. 3000B Only the holes for installing the operation panel and the hole for the cord differ from the above diagram - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 13
the oil pan. (Refer to "3-7. Installing the treadle unit (motor-driven work clamp specifications)".) (1) (2) (3) (4) Oil pan Nails [7 pcs.] Rubber cushions [4 pcs.] Waste oil tank 4911Q BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G 5 - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 14
machine head, do not hold it by the pulse motor. This may cause problems with operation of the pulse motor. Approx. 20 mm 2966B (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) Hinge holders [2 pcs.] Bolts [4 pcs.] Plain washers [4 pcs.] Nuts [4 pcs.] Head rest Bolts with washer [4 pcs.] 4913Q 6 BAS-300G, BAS-311G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 15
from the front of the sewing machine (the direction of the arrow in the illustration), and then gently tilt back the machine head. NOTE: Two or more people should tilt back the machine head, and it should be tilted gently while being held with both hands. 2969B BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G 7 - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 16
used to install the treadle unit. (Refer to "3-7. Installing the treadle unit (motor-driven work clamp specifications)".) Be sure to install so that the side with "UP" on it is facing upward. 1902B (29) Gas spring support cover (30) Bolts with washer [6 pcs.] 4916Q 8 BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 17
the front of the sewing machine). 2. Stand at the left side of the table, and gently tilt the machine head towards you. machine head. If you try to tilt back the machine head while the work clamp arm (1) is still on the left side, it may damage the outer cover L (2). BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 18
hole in the side of the control box. (6) Staples [3 pcs.] (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) Operation panel base Cushion A Plain mm. (8) Operation panel (9) Operation panel stand (10) Bolts [3 pcs.] (11) Rubber seat (12) Bolt • Pass the cord from the operation panel (8) - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 19
(right) is depressed, the sewing machine starts sewing. * The work clamp lowering method can be changed using memory switch No. 002. (Refer to "6-3. List of memory switch settings" in the instruction manual CD.) Work clamp switch (2-step) Start switch 2972B 4923Q BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G 11 - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 20
8-pin Machine head switch 3-pin Home position sensor assembly 12-pin STOP switch 6-pin Valve harness 12-pin (pneumatic work clamp specifications) Programmer relay (PRG) P3(CUTTER) Cord clamp (3) (3) (3) (3) (3) (4) (4) (4) (4) (3) - 1842B (Continued on next page) 12 BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 21
Cable tie (5), (6) (5), (6) (5), (6) (5), (6) (5), (6) (Continued on next page) Connector Machine head memory 7-pin Upper shaft motor 3-pin Synchronizer 14-pin Connector Work clamp pulse motor 4-pin black SOL1) P7 (SOL2) P8 (YPM) P10 (XPM) X pulse motor 4-pin white BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G 13 - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 22
a serious electric shock, and problems with correct operation may also occur. 2973B (1) (2) (3) (4) Ground wire from upper shaft motor harness Ground wire from the machine head Ground wire from operation panel connections are secure in order to ensure safety. 14 BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 23
supply. * The inside of the control box uses single-phase power. NOTE: Do not use an extension cord. If this is not observed, it may cause problems with correct operation. Green the nut (3) so that the cotton stand does not move. 2974B BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G 15 - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 24
Refer to "10-16. Adjusting the air pressure" in the instruction manual CD.) NOTE: Make sure that the pneumatic unit does not Upper knob Lower knob Manual button You can use the valve knobs to adjust manual button. 5220Q 1905B 16 BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 25
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) (2) (3) (4) (5) Screw (loosen) : Be careful not to clamp the cords when installing the motor cover. 2976B BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G 17 - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 26
sight glass. If the oil drops below the one-third level, there is the danger that the machine may seize during operation. ・ BAS-300G-03[] ・ BAS-311G ・ BAS-326G ・ BAS-300G-01[] ・ BAS-300G-02[] 1845B 4940Q 3. Pour oil in through the two holes of the shuttle race base - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 27
(Refer to following page.) 2977B [If using cotton thread or spun thread] [If using synthetic thread] BAS-300G-03[], BAS-311G, BAS-326G BAS-300G-01[], 02[] Thread the upper thread Needle cooler 2370B 2978B • Turn the machine pulley (2) and raise the thread take-up - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 28
Threading mode is safe because the sewing machine will not start even when the foot switch is depressed. 1 Turn on the power switch. 4421Q 2 will return to where it was before threading mode was started. THREAD/CLAMP indicator switches off 20 BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 29
parts or press any objects against the machine while winding the lower thread. Injury or damage to the sewing machine may using a two-pedal foot switch, lower the work clamp before depressing the start switch.) 6. Release the TENSION WIND key (3) after the machine BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G 21 - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 30
off the power switch before installing the bobbin case. If the foot switch is depressed by mistake, the sewing machine might start operating and injury could result. 2534Q 30mm 4945Q 2535Q 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Pull and insert the bobbin case into the rotary hook. 22 BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 31
(N) Pre-tension (N) Needle Normal sewing speed 0.1 − 0.6 DP x 17 #19 2,000 sti/min Heavy-weight materials (-01[]) #20 or similar #20 Use the tension nut (2) (sub tension) to adjust the upper thread trailing length to about 40 mm. Stronger Weaker Stronger Weaker 2153B BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 32
will sound after the home position is detected, and then the feed mechanism will move to the sewing start position. NOTE: If error "E110" appears when the foot switch is depressed, turn the pulley (1) in the direction of operation to clear the error. 4441Q 4953Q 24 BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 33
when the THREAD/CLAMP key (6) has been pressed. (8) TENSION/WIND key Used to wind the lower thread. (9) TENSION/WIND indicator Spare (10) X- (11) Y-SCALE indicator Illuminates when the SELECT key (15) is pressed to shown the Y-scale setting. (Continued on next page) BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G 25 - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 34
(15) SELECT key Used to select a menu (X-scale, Y-scale, sewing speed and counter). ( Used to select user programs and to set and select cycle programs. (23) R/W key Used to read data from and write data to external media. CFTM is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. 26 BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 35
when inserting and removing the CF card. If this is not done, dust may get inside and cause problems with operation. 4453Q 2 Turn on the power switch. Press the or key Checking the sewing pattern" to check that the needle drop position is correct. 4954Q 2nd step BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G 27 - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 36
the foot switch to the 2nd step. (If using a two-pedal foot switch, lower the work sewing pattern" to check that the needle drop position is correct. 4955Q 2nd step 5-5. Setting the sewing speed The sewing sewing speed. (Sewing speed setting: 400 − 2700) 4956Q 28 BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 37
the sewing pattern Use sewing will start. (If using a two-pedal foot switch, depress the start switch.) 4441Q 2nd step TEST indicator switches off 4 If test feeding continues to the final stitch, it will then stop. Press the TEST key. TEST indicator switches off BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 38
using the operation panel. * For pneumatic work clamp specifications, only threading mode and intermittent presser foot height setting mode will be available. 1 All indicators switch off Press the THREAD/CLAMP key. The sewing machine plate assembly (2). 5254Q 30 BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 39
5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS) 3 Press the key. The sewing machine will switch to intermittent presser foot height setting mode. • " 4" will appear adjustment, refer to "10-14. Changing the intermittent stroke" in the instruction manual CD. 5033Q BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G 31 - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 40
be used. TM * CF is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. * Company names and product names appearing in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective owners. However, no TM or other similar symbols appear in the main text of this manual. 32 BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 41
the bobbin and needle • When not using the machine and when leaving the machine unattended Do not touch any of the moving parts or press any objects against the machine while sewing, as this may result in personal injury or damage to the machine. 6-1. Sewing 4978Q 1. Turn on the power switch - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 42
2nd step. (If using a two-pedal foot switch, depress the start switch.) • The sewing machine will start operating and sewing will start. 4441Q 6-3. Using the thread wiper switch The thread wiper switch (1) can be used to turn the thread wiper (2) on and off. 4983Q 34 BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 43
MEMO BAS-300G, BAS-311G, BAS-326G 35 - Brother International BAS-311G | Basic Instruction Manual - English - Page 44
. * Please note that the contents of this manual may differ slightly from the actual product purchased as a result of product improvements. © 2005, 2008, 2010, 2011 Brother Industries, Ltd. All Rights Reserved. This is the original instructions. BAS-300G, 311G, 326G SA6235-401 E 2011.03. B (1)
BAS-300G
BAS-311G
BAS-326G
DIRECT DRIVE
PROGRAMMABLE ELECTRONIC PATTERN SEWER
Please read this manual before using the machine.
Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference.
This
basic
operation
manual
describes
basic
operations including sewing machine operations.
For cleaning, standard adjustments and more details,
please refer to the instruction manual contained in
the Document CD.
Basic Operation Manual