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BAS-342G PS INSTRUCTION MANUAL Please read this manual before using the machine. Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference. DIRECT DRIVE PROGRAMMABLE ELECTRONIC PATTERN SEWER - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 2
thread take-up lever, and consequently there is always a danger of injury that can be caused by these parts. 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. BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 3
indications and their meanings This instruction manual and the indications and symbols where failure to follow the instructions may result in physical damage to equipment and surroundings or result in problems with equipment operation. Symbols you must make the ground connection".) BAS-342G PS i - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 4
from the wall 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 or vomiting. Keep the oil out of the reach of children. ii BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 5
and installing optional accessories, be sure to use only genuine Brother parts. Brother will not be held responsible for any accidents or problems resulting from the use of non-genuine parts. If any outlet, and then contact the place of purchase or a qualified technician. BAS-342G PS iii - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 6
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 receiving a serious electric shock, and problems with correct operation may also occur. 5 Direction of operation iv BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 7
Rear cover Thread take-up cover Eye guard Finger guard Motor cover Rear cover Rear cover Inside cover R Middle cover Outside cover Fixed cover Tension release solenoid cover Inside cover L Middle cover Outside cover Fixed cover X motor cover BAS-342G PS 2740B v - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 8
machine head fixing bolts [1]..... 4 4-2. Installing the control box [2 5 4-3. Installing the oil pan and support lever base .... 6 4-4. Installing the machine head 6 4-5. Tilting back and returning the machine head ... once 49 8-3-2. Writing all sewing data to the CF card at once 50 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 9
11. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS 55 11-1. Adjusting the thread take-up spring 55 11-2. Adjusting arm thread guide R 56 11-3. Adjusting the needle bar height 56 11-4. Adjusting the needle bar lift amount 66 12. TABLE OF ERROR CODES 67 13. TROUBLESHOOTING 71 14. 7-SEGMENT DISPLAY 75 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 10
(11) Cotton stand CFTM is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. Safety devices: (12) Finger guard (13) Eye guard (14) Thread take-up cover (15) Motor cover 1 BAS-342G PS 2741B - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 11
the number of stitches in each program. (*2) Supply of parts relating to 3.5-inch floppy disks has already been discontinued. (However the mechanism will still function.) BAS-342G PS 2 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 12
mm away from the leg. If the control box and the leg are too close together, it may result in incorrect sewing machine operation. 4053M 3 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 13
be carried out by a qualified technician. Contact your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician for any electrical work secure, you run a high risk of receiving a serious electric shock, and problems with correct operation may also occur. Install the safety covers to the machine 2742B BAS-342G PS 4 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 14
plate (a) on the control box (1) is "AX342G" to indicate that it is an RX-control box for BAS-342G sewing machines. * If the sewing machine is installed to the table, tilt back the machine head. (Refer in the staples (8) to make sure that they do not pierce the power cord. 3963M BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 15
pan (a) or the support lever base (b). ! Do not let the side (d) of the safety switch lever touch the support lever base (b). (1) Rubber bushes (2 pcs.) (2) Hinge holders (2 pcs.) (3) Plain washers [4 pcs.] (4) Spring washers [4 pcs.] (5) Bolts [4 pcs.] 2743B BAS-342G PS (Continued on next page - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 16
your hand will get caught between the support lever (1) and the table when the machine head is returned to its original position and injury will result. Engaging the stopper Disengaging the stopper The machine head can be tilted back and returned to one of three heights. 3967M 7 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 17
as a crane or hoist to tilt back the machine head. 2. Tighten the two set screws (2) to secure the support lever shaft (3). 3. Install the gas spring (8). Be sure to install so that the side with "UP" on it the machine head".) Note that the L and R shapes are different. 2915B BAS-342G PS 8 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 18
when it was delivered > (1) Operation panel (2) Bolts [3 pcs.] * Pass the cords of the operation panel (1) through the operation panel stand (3) and under the table. 3971M 9 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 19
cock (1). (The meter pointer will turn clockwise.) NOTE: Turn the cock (1) gently to open it. 5. Adjust the air pressure. (Refer to the next page.) 2747B BAS-342G PS 10 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 20
tighten Valve 1 2749B You can operate the work clamp when the power is turned off by pressing the manual buttons (1). < Adjusting the speed of the thread trimming air cylinder > Valve 3 is used for adjusting settings mentioned above, upper thread trimming may not work correctly. 11 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 21
switch 6-pin Valve harness 12-pin Programmer relay harness 8-pin Fan 6-pin Solenoid selection harness 4-pin Thread trimming cylinder sensor harness 16-pin BAS-342G PS Connection location on main P.C. board P20 (X-ENC) P4 (Y-ENC) P5 (P-ENC) P6 (FOOT) P1 (PANEL) P9 (HEAD-SW) P8 (SENSOR1) P13 (HEAD - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 22
(UVW) P5 (SYNC) Connection location on PMD P.C. board P3 (PPM) P6 (SOL1) P7 (SOL2) P8 (YPM) P10 (XPM) Cord clamp/cable tie (4) (5) (5), (6) Cable tie (5), (6) (5), (6) (5), (6) (5), (6) (5), (6) 13 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 23
ground connection is not secure, you run a high risk of receiving a serious electric shock, and problems with correct operation may also occur. (1) Ground wire from upper shaft motor harness (2) Ground wire from the ground connections are secure in order to ensure safety. 2750B BAS-342G PS 14 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 24
the cover of the control box by tightening the eight screws (5). Check that the cords are not clamped by the cover at this time. 15 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 25
cotton stand [12] 2367B (1) Cotton stand NOTE: Fit the washer (2), and then securely tighten the nut (3) so that the cotton stand does not move. 3983M BAS-342G PS 16 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 26
• Use only the lubricating oil specified by Brother. * If this type of lubricating oil is difficult to obtain, the recommended oil to use is - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 27
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. 1. Attach an appropriate plug to the power cord (1). (The green on the power and check that no error numbers are displayed. 3989M BAS-342G PS 18 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 28
machine starts operating. * The work clamp (2) lowering method can be changed using memory switch No. 002. (Refer to "7-3. List of memory switch settings.") 2755B 19 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 29
hole and the end of the thread. If the trailing length of the thread is too long, it may cause the thread to become tangled. BAS-342G PS 20 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 30
work clamp and the intermittent presser foot will return to the position they were at before threading mode began. THREAD/CLAMP indicator switches off 21 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 31
assembly (10) up and down to adjust. * For case A, move the bobbin winder tension assembly (10) down, and for case B, move it upward. For case B BAS-342G PS 22 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 32
the thread through the thread slot (2), pass it underneath the spring (3), and then pass it through the thread guide (4), leaving a trailing-out length of about 35 mm. 4. Hold the latch on the bobbin case and insert . (The thread will be released from the thread hold spring (5).) 23 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 33
material being sewn. 2. Use the tension nut (2) (sub tension) to adjust the upper thread trailing length to about 45 mm. Stronger Weaker Weaker Stronger 2573B BAS-342G PS 24 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 34
(3) will illuminate, and the model name [342] will appear in the PROGRAM No. display (4) and [A-PS] will appear in the menu display (5). After this, the program number will flash in the PROGRAM No. display in the direction of operation to clear the error display. 4007M 4008M 25 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 35
screw (2). 3. Move the work clamp stopper (3) to its highest position, and then tighten the wing screw (2) to secure the work clamp stopper (3) in place. 4011M BAS-342G PS 26 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 36
(6) has been pressed. (8) TENSION/WIND key Used to wind the lower thread. (9) TENSION/WIND indicator Used when the digital tension set (option) is installed. 27 BAS-342G PS 4435Q - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 37
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. BAS-342G PS 28 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 38
except 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 to select the program number (100 pattern" to check that the needle drop position is correct. 4012M 29 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 39
setting value (sti/min) will appear in the menu display (3). 2. Press the or key (4) to set the sewing speed. (Sewing speed setting: 400 − 2700) 4956Q BAS-342G PS 30 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 40
the final stitch, the work clamp will move to the sewing start position and then stop. Press the TEST key. TEST indicator switches off 31 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 41
coming into contact with the needle plate. (Refer to page 64.) 3 Intermittent stroke Refer to "11-13. Changing the intermittent stroke" when making the adjustment. BAS-342G PS 2763B 32 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 42
SPEED indicator is illuminated Production counter temporary display function Refer to "7-5. Using the production counter". 5 User program setting mode Refer to "7-7. Using user programs". 33 BAS-342G PS 4488Q 4489Q 4490Q 4491Q 4492Q 4493Q - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 43
settings for all memory switches to the default settings, keep pressing the RESET key for two or more seconds until the buzzer makes a long beep. BAS-342G PS 34 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 44
for the first 1 − 5 stitches is set by memory switch numbers 151 100 OFF − 155. (Refer to the service manual for details of memory switch Nos. 151 − 155.) OFF ON 1st stitch at 400 sti/min, 2nd stitch at ".) (*2) The mm display may differ slightly from the actual sewing size. 35 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 45
value. * If a lower thread counter value is set, the lower thread counter will operate even if the lower thread counter is not being displayed. 4963Q BAS-342G PS 36 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 46
(6) or the SELECT key (1) to switch the menu back to the normal menu display. * You can start sewing while the temporary display still appears. 37 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 47
example, if there are two sections of split data). [Independent split] Memory switch No. 403 = 2 • The pattern for the displayed split number is sewn independently. BAS-342G PS 38 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 48
recorded. X-SCALE indicator flashes Press the SELECT key. 4470Q Press the or key to set the Y-scale to be recorded. Y-SCALE indicator flashes 4472Q 39 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 49
a user program. • The user program number will flash in the PROGRAM No. display. TEST indicator switches off, MENU indicator illuminates 4971Q (Continued on next page) BAS-342G PS 40 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 50
all user programs will be cleared. NOTE: If any cycle programs have been memorized, all of the memorized cycle programs will also be cleared. 41 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 51
to switch the cycle program number. 2. Select the desired cycle program number again, and then press the SELECT key until the desired step is reached. BAS-342G PS 42 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 52
cycle programs have been recorded, the user programs will be sewn in numeric order. "C-0" will appear in the PROGRAM No. display at this time. 43 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 53
and C-5 to C-9 can be selected by simultaneously pressing combinations of function keys F1 to F4 (addition). U5/C-5 U6/C-6 U7/C-7 Or Or Or U8/C-8 U9/C-9 U10 BAS-342G PS 44 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 54
again. However, memory switch No. 465 is set to "ON", the amount of movement will be recorded and will not be reset. (Refer to the service manual for details on memory switch No. 465.) 45 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 55
Clearing user programs and cycle programs Clearing expansion option output data * Refer to the instruction manual for the programmer for details of expansion option output. 1 All indicators switch off While to steadily illuminated. Press the TEST key. TEST indicator switches off BAS-342G PS 46 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 56
cards with a capacity of more than 2GB are not supported.) • Do not disassemble or modify the CF card. = 102 *1 The underlined portion of the name of the \BROTHER\ISM\SMDB00 folder for sewing data can be changed by changing the service manual for details on memory switch No. 752.) 47 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 57
and cause problems with BAS-300G series. *2 Only valid when using an optional floppy disk drive. *3 Sewing data for the BAS-300 series, BAS-300A series and BAS-300E/F series can be read. *4 Refer to the instruction manual for the programmer for details of expansion option output. BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 58
TEST key. Turn off the power switch, remove the CF card, and then close the cover of the CF slot. TEST indicator switches off 49 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 59
. Turn off the power switch, remove the CF card, and then close the cover of the CF slot. TEST indicator switches off Refer to the service manual for details on other read/write modes. BAS-342G PS 50 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 60
clamp and feed plate and the article being sewn is slipping, take measures to stop the work clamp and feed plate from being slippery. 51 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 61
sewing will start. 4022M 9-3. Using the thread wiper switch The thread wiper switch (1) can be used to turn the thread wiper (2) on and off. 4023M BAS-342G PS 52 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 62
regulator (1), turn the drain cock (2) in the direction of the arrow to drain the water. 2. After draining the water, tighten the drain cock (2). 2765B 53 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 63
not broken and also that the needle is not bent before starting sewing. 2766B 10-7. Lubrication Lubricate the sewing machine while referring to "4-18. Lubrication". BAS-342G PS 54 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 64
be carried out by a qualified technician. Ask your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician to carry out any maintenance -up spring (3) is extended to the same height as the base of the thread guide arm (4), and then measure the tension of the thread take-up spring (3). 3. . 55 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 65
. (The thread take-up amount will become greater.) * When sewing light material, move arm thread guide R (1) to the right. (The thread take-up amount will become less.) 2588B 11-3. Adjusting the bush (1). * If using a DP X 5 needle, use the highest reference line (reference line a). BAS-342G PS 56 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 66
it does not cross the needle at all, the tip of the rotary hook (1) will interfere with the needle and skipped stitches may occur. 57 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 67
to sew about 150 stitches. Use Kraft paper (2) or similar to catch the oil drops. As a guide, the optimum position can be obtained if the adjusting screw (1) is tightened as much as possible and screw (1) is turned counterclockwise, the lubrication amount becomes greater. 2769B BAS-342G PS 58 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 68
line on the movable knife (8) and reference line (A) on the needle plate are aligned. 6. After tightening the bolt (7), check the above position once more. 59 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 69
(14). 10. Press the key (15) or the key (12) to select check code 57. * Refer to the Service Manual for details on other check codes. 11. Press the key (16) to turn on the thread trimming air cylinder (18 it is released. 15. Turn off the power switch. (Continued on next page) BAS-342G PS 60 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 70
11. STANDARD ADJUSTMENTS 16. Check that there is a gap of about 8.5 - 9.5 mm between the tip of the movable knife (8) and the center of the hole in the needle hole plate (21) when there is still play between the parts. 2917B 61 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 71
movable knife connecting plate (13), and install it to the needle plate (5). 8. Check that the needle is aligned with the center of the needle hole. BAS-342G PS 62 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 72
the needle when the thread wiper (2) passes below the needle during operation. NOTE: Check that the thread wiper (2) does not touch the finger guard. 63 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 73
the following table. (Refer to the next page.) Installation position Intermittent stroke range A 2 − 4.5mm B 4.5 − 10mm C 0 mm (Presser foot does not move up and down) 5012Q BAS-342G PS 64 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 74
turn the bolt (6) until it is pressing against the intermittent drive lever (7), and then adjust until the two points mentioned above are not touching. 65 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 75
the regulator (1) and then turn it to adjust the air pressure to 0.5 MPa. After adjustment is complete, push the handle (2) downward to lock it. 2748B BAS-342G PS 66 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 76
appear in the display window. Follow the remedy procedure to eliminate the cause of the problem. Switch-related errors Code Cause and remedy E010 Stop switch was pressed. Press the and if there are any problems with the thread trimming air cylinder. (Continued on next page) 67 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 77
Intermittent presser foot raised or lowered position cannot be detected. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems in the intermittent presser foot vertical direction. E303 Problem with work clamp motor home position adjustment data. Re-adjust the home position. BAS-342G PS 68 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 78
P3 on the power supply motor P.C. board is properly connected. E474 Internal memory is full and copying is not possible. Clear the sewing data. 69 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 79
detected in work clamp motor. E713 Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems with the X-feed mechanism, Y-feed mechanism or work clamp lifter. E730 External error input (AIRSW) out the specified remedy does not solve the problem, contact the place of purchase. BAS-342G PS 70 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 80
service. • If the following remedies do not fix the problem, turn off the power switch and consult a qualified technician or the place of purchase. CAUTION Turn off the power switch and disconnect the power cord before carrying out troubleshooting . P. 63 P. 22 P. 22 P. 72 P. 24 * 71 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 81
13. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Upper thread breaks. Cause Upper thread tension is too strong. Remedy Adjust the upper thread tension. Reference P. 24 Needle spring. Needle and incorrect. rotary hook timing is Adjust the needle bar lift amount. P. 24 P. 30 P. 24 P. 55 P. 57 BAS-342G PS 72 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 82
13. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Upper thread is not trimmed. Movable knife thread take-up spring. Position of arm thread guide R is Adjust the position of arm thread guide incorrect. R. Intermittent height of intermittent Adjust the thread scraps and dust. * * * P. 53 73 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 83
13. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Remedy Reference Incorrect . Adjust the tension of the thread take-up spring. Adjust the position of arm thread guide R. Hitch stitch sewing range is too great. Lower thread tension is too weak. Adjust one. P. 19 * * P. 62 P. 12 P. 18 * BAS-342G PS 74 - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 84
14. 7-SEGMENT DISPLAY 14. 7-SEGMENT DISPLAY 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 75 BAS-342G PS - Brother International BAS-342G PS | Instruction Manual - English - Page 85
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