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- Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 1
KE-430D ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE LOCKSTITCH BAR TACKER BE-438D ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE LOCKSTITCH BUTTON SEWER - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 2
KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 3
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 connection".) KE-430D, BE-438D i - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 4
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 out of the reach of children. ii KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 5
been removed, be absolutely sure to re-install them to their original positions and check that they operate correctly before using the machine. Any problems in machine operation which result from unauthorized modifications to the machine will not be covered by the warranty. KE-430D, BE-438D iii - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 6
on the 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 dealer. 1 cover Tension release solenoid cover Frame side cover 4399Q iv KE-430D, BE-438D 4467Q - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 7
1. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS 1 2. SPECIFICATIONS 2 2-1. Machine specifications 2 2-2. Program list (KE-430D 3 2-3. Program list (BE-438D 8 3. INSTALLATION 11 3-1. Table processing diagram 11 3-2. Installing the control box 12 3-3. Installing the oil pan 12 3-4. Installing the machine head 13 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 8
1. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS 1. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS 4401Q (1) Power switch (2) Control box (3) CF slot (4) Operation panel (5) Foot switch (6) Work clamp (KE-430D) (7) Button clamp (BE-438D) (8) Pulley (9) Cotton stand CFTM is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. Safety devices (10) Finger guard (11) - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 9
2. SPECIFICATIONS 2-1. Machine specifications 2. SPECIFICATIONS 1 Ordinary materials 2 Denim 7 Knitted materials F Foundation garments KE-430D BE-438D Electronic direct drive lockstitch bar tacker Electronic direct drive lockstitch button sewer Stitch formation Maximum sewing speed Pattern - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 10
list (KE-430D) The programs shown below have been preset into the sewing machine and can be selected according to specifications. (Any program is available as long as the sewing 24 3 For denim (-02) No. Sewing pattern No. of Tacking size (mm) stitches Length Width No. Sewing pattern No. of - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 11
stitching No. Sewing pattern No. of Tacking size (mm) stitches Length Width No. Sewing pattern No. of Tacking size (mm) stitches Length Width 10 21 10 0.3 44 46 9 15 11 28 10 0.3 12 28 20 0.3 23 35 25 0.3 45 70 9 25 24 42 25 0.3 25 45 25 0.3 KE-430D, BE-438D 4 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 12
No. Vertical straight bar tacking Sewing pattern No. of Tacking size (mm) stitches Length Width 26 28 3 10 28 19 0.3 10 27 35 3 10 29 21 0.3 10 40 32 3 16 30 28 0.3 10 41 36 3 16 46 27 0.3 20 42 44 3 20 47 44 0.3 25 43 68 3 24 5 KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 13
7 10 36 57 7 12 39 53 7 10 Crossed stitching No. Sewing pattern No. of Tacking size (mm) stitches Length Width No. 48 70 10 10 50 Crossed tacking Sewing pattern No. of stitches Tacking size (mm) Length Width 84 16 16 49 93 9.6 9.6 51 105 30 26 KE-430D, BE-438D 6 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 14
Brother sales Office for details. Note when creating additional data (program nos. 200 - 999) 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. 7 KE-430D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 15
list (BE-438D) The programs shown below have been preset into the sewing machine. Any program is available as long as the needle drops down in the hole of the button. When sewing programs that do not have crossover stitches, the thread is trimmed after sewing lifter spring. KE-430D, BE-438D 8 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 16
, press the foot switch until sewing of the other side starts, or press the foot switch again after sewing of the other side is completed. *4 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. 9 KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 17
52 10 16 53 12 18 Note when creating additional data (program nos. 200 - 999) 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-430D, BE-438D 10 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 18
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. 3625M 11 KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 19
[2 pcs] (10) Staples [4 pcs] 4404Q (1) Oil pan (2) Bolts [3 pcs] (3) Plain washers [3 pcs] (4) Spring washers [3 pcs] (5) Nuts [3 pcs] (6) Rubber caps [2 pcs] (7) Rubber cushion [2 pcs] (8) Oiler 4405Q KE-430D, BE-438D 12 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 20
[2 pcs] (5) Bolts [4 pcs] (6) Plain washers [4 pcs] (7) Spring washers [4 pcs] (8) Nuts [4 pcs] (9) Head spring (10)Head rest Note: • Check that the machine head switch is turned on as shown in Figure 1. • Tap the head rest (10) securely into the table hole. Figure1 13 4407Q KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 21
the treadle unit 4408Q (1) Treadle unit (2) Bolts [3 pcs] (3) Plain washers [3 pcs] (4) Spring washers [3 pcs] (5) Nuts [3 pcs] * Use a commercially-available foot switch and connecting rod. 4409Q KE-430D, BE-438D 14 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 22
Button tray (4) Set screw 4410Q 3-9. 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] (3) Plain washers [2 pcs] 4411Q 15 KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 23
] Black Foot switch [10-pin] Operation panel [8-pin] Machine head switch [3-pin] Thread clamp sensor [6-pin] Connection location on main P. C. board P2 (X-ENC) P3 (Y-ENC) P4 (P-ENC) P5 (FOOT) P6 (PANEL) P8 (HEAD-SW) P12 (TPK-SEN) Cord clamps (3) (3) (3) (3) (3) (4) (4), (5) KE-430D, BE-438D 16 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 24
P. C. board. Connect to connectors with the same color (e.g. black to black). Connectors Machine head memory [7-pin] Upper shaft motor [3-pin] Synchronizer [14-pin] Connectors Work clamp pulse do not get pulled, and then gently return the machine head to its original position. 17 KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 25
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 machine head (3) Ground wires from X, Y and work the cords are not clamped by the cover at this time. 4416Q KE-430D, BE-438D 18 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 26
3. INSTALLATION 3-12. Installing the back cover (1) Back cover (2) Screws [4 pcs] Note: Be careful not to clamp the cords when installing the back cover (1). 4417Q 19 KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 27
base assembly so that the felt is lightly moistened. Note: If there is no more oil on the felt of the shuttle race base assembly, problems with sewing may result. 4419Q 3. If using the liquid cooling tank (2), fill it with silicon oil (100 mm2/s). 4537Q KE-430D, BE-438D 20 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 28
secure, electric shocks, operating errors or damage to electronic components such as P.C. boards may occur. ・ Do not use extension cords. They may cause problems with correct operation of the sewing machine. Green/yellow wire (Ground wire) 4114M 21 KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 29
[ - 01] [ - 02] [ - 07] [ - 0F] After this, the program number will flash in the program No. display (4). 2nd step 4422Q 2. Depress the foot switch (6) to the 2nd step. The feed mechanism will move to the home position and the work clamp / button clamp will rise. 4423Q KE-430D, BE-438D 22 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 30
4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING 4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING 4-1. Installing the needle CAUTION Turn off the power switch before installing the needle, otherwise the machine may operate if the foot switch is Spun rayon yarn Synthetic thread [One hole] 4425Q 23 Approx. 40mm KE-430D, BE-438D 4426Q - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 31
Threading mode is safe because the sewing machine will not start even when the foot switch is depressed. 1 Turn on the power switch. 2 All indicators clamp will return to where it was before threading mode was started. THREAD/CLAMP indicator switches off KE-430D, BE-438D 24 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 32
move the bobbin presser (6). Case A If the thread winds onto the bobbin unevenly 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 B KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 33
PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING 4-4. Installing the bobbin case CAUTION Turn off the power switch before installing the bobbin case, otherwise the machine may operate the bobbin case will not drop by its own weight while the thread end coming out of the bobbin case is held. 2536Q KE-430D, BE-438D 26 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 34
Needle DP x 5 #14 DP x 5 #9 Denim (-02) BE-438D #30 or equivalent #60 or equivalent #50 or equivalent #60 or equivalent 1.6 - 2.0 1.0 - 1.8 0.2 - 0.4 DP x 17NY #19 0.1 - 0.4 DP x 17NY #12 [Guide to maximum sewing speed for KE-430D] Max. sewing speed (rpm) Use Standard hook Large hook - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 35
become wound around the seam. Furthermore, if using thick thread that is #30 or higher or if the thread trailing length is too long, an error [E691] may occur. In any of these cases, use scissors to cut the thread without pulling it up too hard. 4475Q KE-430D, BE-438D 28 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 36
for use with the thread nipper device. Refer to "2-2. Program list (KE-430D)" for details of the sewing patterns. Specifications For ordinary materials (-01) For denim (-02) For knitted materials (-07) For foundation garments (-0F) Standard program No. 1 4 5 8 13 15 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 37
(BE-438D) 4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING 1. Press 438D) If you would like the button to be raised up more after it is sewn, install the accessory spring. 1. Install the spring support (1) with the bolt (2). 2. Install the spring (3) with the washer (4) and the screw (5). 2661Q KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 38
Illuminates when the power is turned on. (2) CAUTION indicator Illuminates when an error occurs. (3) RESET key Used to reset errors. (4) TEST key Used to start test mode. (5) TEST indicator Illuminates when Used to wind the lower thread. (9) TENSION/WIND indicator Spare 31 KE-430D, BE-438D 4435Q - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 39
to select a menu (X-scale, Y-scale, sewing speed and counter). (16) Menu display Displays information such as menu setting values, memory switch settings and error codes. (17) Setting keys Used to change the data to external media. CFTM is a trademark of SanDisk Corporation. KE-430D, BE-438D 32 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 40
is complete, be sure to carry out the steps in "5-5./5-6. Checking the sewing pattern" to check that the needle drop position is correct. 4436Q 5-3. Setting the or key (4) to set the sewing speed. (Sewing speed setting values KE-430D: 400 - 3200, BE-438D: 400 - 2700) 4438Q 33 KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 41
5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS) 5-5. Checking the sewing pattern (KE-430D) Use test feed mode to check the needle movement with only the feed foot switch to the 1st step. The work clamp will rise and the preparation for sewing will be completed. KE-430D, BE-438D 4441Q 34 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 42
button without touching the button. (If you turn the machine pulley one full rotation in the direction of sewing machine operation at this time, the feed mechanism will move rise and the preparation for sewing will be completed. 1st step TEST indicator switches off 35 KE-430D, BE-438D 4441Q - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 43
to the setting value that appears in the menu display. (Work clamp height setting values KE-430D: 10 - 17, BE-438D: 6 - 13) Note: If you press the key before home position detection has been carried out, the sewing machine will not switch to work clamp height setting mode. (The buzzer will sound - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 44
OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS) 6. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (ADVANCED OPERATIONS) 6-1. List of advanced functions While holding down the TEST key, press the corresponding combination setting mode Refer to "6-6. Using user programs". 37 KE-430D, BE-438D 4488Q 4489Q 4490Q 4491Q 4492Q 4493Q - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 45
on the power switch. * Keep pressing the SELECT key until the model name is displayed and the buzzer beeps once. Or With the power the TEST key. • The changes will be memorized and the sewing machine will switch to home position detection standby. TEST indicator switches off KE-430D, BE-438D 38 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 46
feeding will move forward one stitch at a time when the machine pulley is turned by hand. Production counter display 300 OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF *1 Sewing start speed when the memory switch no. 100 is set to ON. Specifications KE-430D-02 KE-430D-01, -07 KE-430D-0F BE-438D 1st stitch 400 400 400 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 47
with the amount of bobbin thread available, you can stop the bobbin thread running out in the middle of sewing a pattern. - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 48
illuminate and the production counter will appear in the menu display (2). 1. Each time the sewing of a sin gle article is completed, the value shown in the menu display (2) is normal menu display. * Sewing can continue as normal while the temporary display is active. 4468Q 41 KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 49
the SELECT key. 4472Q 5 Next, set the sewing speed. Y-SCALE indicator flashes Press the or key to set the Y-scale that you would like to record. Press the SELECT key. 4474Q Press the or key to set the sewing speed that you SPEED indicator flashes would like to record. KE-430D, BE-438D 42 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 50
. Press the TEST key. 4478Q This completes the recording of a user program. • The user program number will flash in the PROGRAM No. display, and the sewing machine will switch to home position detection standby. TEST indicator switches off Menu indicators light 4479Q 43 KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 51
settings for the displayed user program (such as X-scale, Y-scale and sewing speed). 1 While pressing the TEST key, be cleared. Note: If a cleared user program has been stored as part of a cycle program, the step that involves that user program will KE-430D, BE-438D 44 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 52
cycle programs (C-1 to C-9). One cycle program can contain up to a maximum of fifteen steps. When sewing the sewing patterns in numerical order, it can be useful to record them in a cycle program beforehand. Cycle and then press the SELECT key until the desired step is reached. 45 KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 53
No. display, and the sewing machine will switch to home position sewing mode is active (when memory switch no. 401 is "ON") but no 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. KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 54
be cleared. Note: If you clear all user programs after any cycle programs have been recorded, all recorded cycle programs will also be cleared. 47 KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 55
is inserted and removed, otherwise dust may cause trouble. 4453Q 2 Turn on the power switch. sewing data will be loaded from the CF card and copied into the sewing machine's internal memory. 4498Q • The program No. display will change from " P" to the selected program number. KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 56
result in injury. • When threading the needle • When replacing the needle and bobbin • 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 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 57
MAINTENANCE CAUTION Turn off the power switch before carrying out cleaning, otherwise the machine may operate if the foot switch is pressed by mistake, which could result thread ends from around the driver (4), the top of the rotary hook thread guide and the shuttle race. 4482Q KE-430D, BE-438D 50 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 58
guard. 8-5. Checking the needle 0128Q Always check that the tip of the needle is not broken and also the needle is not bent before starting sewing. 4484Q 8-6. Lubrication Carry out the lubrication referring to "3-13. Lubrication". 51 KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 59
8-7. Applying grease (Work clamp: KE-430D) Viewed from directly above Periodically apply grease to the sliding parts of the work clamp (1) and the sewing machine after carrying out the reset procedure but without applying grease, problems with the sewing machine may result. KE-430D, BE-438D 52 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 60
MAINTENANCE Use Brother-specified "Grease unit (SA8837-001 grease overflows slightly. 4. Tighten the screw (2) to push in the grease. 5. Turn the machine pulley by hand to move the needle bar up and down several times in order to disperse performance.) 4503Q 53 KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 61
4534Q Turn the machine pulley until the screw (1) can be seen. 8. MAINTENANCE * Left-hand thread Be careful not to drop the completes the reset procedure.) 6. When you press the TEST key (4), the displays will return to their normal displays. KE-430D, BE-438D 54 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 62
E150 Problem detected with sewing machine motor operation sewing machine motor. (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.) 55 KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 63
moving to the sewing start position. Turn off the power and check that there is no problem with the Y feed direction. Y feed motor stopped abnormally during test feeding. Turn off the power and check that there is no problem with the Y feed direction. Work clamp-related errors Code E300 E301 E303 - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 64
detected in sewing machine motor. Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems with the sewing machine. Abnormal current 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. 57 KE-430D, BE-438D - Brother International KE-430D | Instruction Manual - English - Page 65
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL □ http://www.brother.com/ KE-430D, BE-438D SA3390-501 2007.12. B (1)
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ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE LOCKSTITCH
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