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  • Brother International Z-8550A | Instruction Manual - English - Page 1
    Z-8550A Z-8560A INSTRUCTION MANUAL Please read this manual before using the machine. Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference. ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE ZIGZAG LOCK STITCHER ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE ZIGZAG LOCK STITCHER WITH THREAD TRIMMER
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    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 , the symbol at left means "you must make the ground connection".) Z-8550A, 8560A i
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    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 oil out of the reach of children. ii Z-8550A, 8560A
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    sewing machine. If the machine machine while sewing, as this may result in personal injury or damage to the machine. Use both hands to hold the machine Brother dealer or a qualified technician. If the machine develops a problem, contact your nearest Brother to the sewing articles. machine head when tilting
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    parts as specified by Brother. Any problems in machine operation which result from unauthorized modifications to the machine will not be covered by the warranty. [3] Warning labels The following warning labels appear on the sewing machine. Please follow the instructions on the labels at
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    4 Direction of operation 5 If the actuator is pressed by mistake when using the correction sewing function, the needle will move in a zigzag motion while the machine is operating, and injury may result. 6 Do not touch the thread take-up or the knife, otherwise injury may result. Oil pan
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    OF MAJOR PARTS 1 2. MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS 2 3. SEWING PATTERN TABLE 3 4. INSTALLATION 8550A-A31 only 34 6-2-7. Setting end backtacking (8560A, 855A-A31 only 35 6-2-8. Setting continuous backtacking (8560A and 8550A-A31 only 36 6-2-9. Setting fixed stitches/name label sewing (8560A, 8550A-A31
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    only) .......70 13. OPTIONAL PARTS 71 13-1. Presser bar U and presser bar tip 71 14. WHEN USING A NON-STANDARD FEED DOG (8560A only 73 15. TROUBLESHOOTING 74 15-1. Sewing 74 15-2. Error code displays 79 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    switch (15) CF slot (17) Knife unit (8560A) Safety devices (19) Thread take-up guard cover 1 3319M (2) Actuator (4) Presser foot (6) Cotton stand (8) Machine pulley (10) Reverse lever (12) Oil gauge window (14) Knee lifter assembly (16) Upper thread feeding device (8560A) (18) Thread wiper (8560A
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    Max. stitch length Max. sewing speed Sewing pattern Max. zigzag width Thread take-up lever Needle bar stroke Feed dog height Presser foot Lifting lever height Knee lifter Presser foot pressure Needle Motor Power supply Control circuit 8550A 8560A -031, -A31 -431 For light-weight
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    column marked with , a reflection pattern can be sewn by stopping the sewing machine and then pressing the actuator. (Refer to page 29.) Press the actuator Sewing pattern (Peflection pattern) Sewing direction 1276M In the columns marked with , the number of stitches sewn
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    Brother dealer or a qualified electrician for any electrical work that may need to be done. The sewing machine weighs sewing machine. • The sewing machine should be plugged directly into an AC wall outlet. Operation problems may result if extension cords are used. Carrying the machine • The machine
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    and should be strong enough to hold the weight and with-stand the vibration of the sewing machine. • Drill holes as indicated in the illustration below. • Select a method that is the front of the sewing machine. Cotton stand hole Cord hole Control box mounting hole Head rest hole 3353M 3354M
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    ] Secure the power cord (4) in a suitable place depending in the position of the wall outlet. 3356M 4. Oil pan (1) Head cushions [4 pcs] (2) Oil pan Cord 3357M Z-8550A, 8560A 6
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    lifter complying bar (3) Knee lifter complying bar 3358M 7. Machine head (1) Hinges [2 pcs] (2) Machine head (3) Head rest NOTE: • Tap the head rest head rest (3) is not pushed in as far as it will go, the machine head will not be sufficiently stable when it is tilted back. 3359M 8. Operation panel
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    knee lifter plate (1) to a position where it is easy to use. 3362M 1. Turn the machine pulley so that the feed dog is below the top of the needle plate. 2. Lower the presser foot (5) by is completed, securely tighten the nut (9). Within 10 mm 3364M Z-8550A, 8560A 8
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    machine should always be lubricated and the oil supply replenished before it is used for the first time, and also after long periods of non-use. • Use only the lubricating oil (Nisseki Mitsubishi Sewing Lube 10N; VG10) specified by Brother is below the lower reference line. 3365M 9 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    your Brother dealer or problems with correct operation may also occur. 4-4-1. Opening the control box cover (1) Screw [6 pcs: With washer] (2) Cover Loosen 4-4-2. Connecting the cords 3366M 1. Sewing machine cords (1) Repeat cable tie Cords Press the tab. 3367M Z-8550A
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    Close Loosen as much as possible. Press the tab. 3369M P.C. board indication Outside of control box P5 PM P6 HEAD-M P19 MACHINE P13 ENC P21 PANEL P3 NDL_ENC P32 FAN2 Cord clamp (10) (10) (12) (14) (15) (11) (13) get inside the control box and may cause problems. 3368M 11 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    is the ground wire.) 2. Insert the plug into a properly-grounded AC power supply. NOTE: Do not use extension cords, otherwise machine operation problems may result. Ground symbol Green and yellow wire (ground wire) 3371M 5. Ground wire (1) Ground wire (2) Spring washer [2 pcs] (3) Plain washer
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    the power off and back on again.) • After the power is turned on, the subsequent operation of the sewing machine will vary according to the needle bar position at that time. Illuminate
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    to position (B), low-speed sewing is carried out. 2. If it is then depressed as far as (C), high-speed sewing is carried out. 3. is depressed to position (D) and then returned to the neutral position (A)), the mechanism will sew half a stitch or one stitch, and then the needle bar will stop at the
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    5. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING 5. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING 5-1. Installing the needle CAUTION Turn off the power switch before installing the needle. The machine may operate if the treadle is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury. 1. Turn the machine pulley to move the needle bar to its
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    The machine may operate if the treadle is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury. 3382M 1. Turn the sewing machine pulley slot (3) and then pull it out from the thread guide (4). A and B on the thread guide (4) (guide to identification) A Normally A should be used. The 8550A, 8560A 16
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    the correction sewing function, the needle will move in a zigzag motion while the machine is operating, and injury may result. Turn the sewing machine pulley to align the sewing start. Actuator Wind around once. Leave a 50 mm thread leader. Upper thread feeding device 3383M 17 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    SEWING 5-6. Adjusting the stitch length (Zigzag width) 3470M Turn the stitch length dial (1) until the desired stitch length number is aligned with the index mark (2) above the dial. * The larger the number, the longer the stitch length will be. * The numbers on the dial are for use as a guide
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    sewing end. • Before sewing, turn the condense dial (2) to the left or right to set the stitch length for these shorter backtack stitches. If using the 8560A, 8550A-A31 pressed 3387M * The numbers on the dial are for use as a guide. The length of the finished stitches may vary depending on the type
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    BEFORE SEWING 3388M The presser foot (2) can be raised by pressing the knee lifter plate (1). 3389M 5-9. Using the thread wiper (8560A only) Press the thread wiper switch (1) to the side. If this is done, the thread wiper (2) will operate after the thread is trimmed. 2209M 3571M Z-8550A, 8560A
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    (BASIC OPERATIONS) 6-1. Names and functions • The operation panel keys cannot be operated while sewing is in progress. Check the key selections and pattern settings before starting sewing. Z-ST（8550A-031） Power indicator 3390M Z-40（8550A-A31, 8560A） Power indicator 3391M [Main display (3)] 21
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    key is used to set the needle stop position to the left or the right of the zigzag when the sewing machine stops. • Each time the zigzag stop position key i is pressed, the indicator display changes in the order held down, the value decreases more quickly. 2155M 2168M 2169M Z-8550A, 8560A 22
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    thread counter value is "1" or more, the value will return to the initial value. 2156M When the sewing machine is stopped, the needle bar can be moved up and down by pressing this key. 3398M When this . • When the key is pressed, the value decreases. 2137M 2138M 2139M 23 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    even if the treadle is depressed backward. • If the AUTO key (22) is illuminated, the sewing machine stops in the needle up position without thread trimming being carried out after the set number of stitches zigzag width is being displayed in the main display . 3412M 3413M Z-8550A, 8560A 24
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    Sewing pattern table • This sewing machine is equipped with the following built-in sewing sewing machine and then pressing the actuator. (Refer to page 29.) Press the actuator Sewing pattern (Peflection pattern) Sewing stitches) 1430M Sewing patterns created using the PS-300B
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    sewing pattern select keys ([1] to [7] in the illustration left) to select the sewing key will appear in the main display . * When a sewing pattern has been set, be sure to set the zigzag width the needle bar will move to the sewing start position when the sewing pattern settings are changed. If the
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    the needle bar is at the needle up stop position, the needle bar will move to the sewing start position when the sewing pattern settings are changed. If the needle bar is not at the needle up stop position, the if the number of straight stitches is 10, set to "7-10". 3422M 3423M 27 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    to be sewn. 1 Setting the sewing pattern When the scallop key is will move to the sewing start position when the sewing pattern settings are changed. needle bar will move to the sewing start position after it next moves position, it will move to the sewing start position when the type of scallop
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    patterns can be reflected while sewing. Example: Pattern number 1 While sewing, stop the sewing machine at . (Reflection) Sewing direction [ 5-1_ ] with no reflection Sewing direction 3428M 3 5-*A ] or [ 6-*A ], correction sewing using the actuator (3) will not be
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    can be used to sew T stitches easily. (Refer to the service manual or ask the sewing patterns can be added by creating sewing patterns using the PS-300B (option). (A maximum of 49,500 stitches can be stored, with each pattern having a maximum of 500 stitches.) Example: Pattern number 3429M Z-8550A
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    width of the sewing pattern is also selected as the sewing pattern. Zigzag will move to the sewing start position when the Sewing speed limits The sewing speed is limited by the amount of zigzag movement. Accordingly, the actual sewing speed may differ from the setting speed for the following sewing
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    sewing pattern. By moving the zigzag base line position, you can move the sewing to the sewing start position to the sewing start of example, consider a sewing pattern (Figure A) with left edge (Figure B). The sewing pattern cannot move any further to [ L3.0], the sewing pattern position will be
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    sewing patterns have been selected, the zigzag stop position setting is ignored. When right stopping or left stopping is set, the sewing machine For the scallop sewing pattern, the sewing so that you can check the setting. Right stopping 3433M
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    the treadle has been depressed backward for the 8550A-A31). 3435M 2 Depress the treadle to start sewing the start backtack stitches. After this, stitches will be sewn at the pitch set by the stitch length dial (1). NOTE: • The sewing machine will continue operating until the set number of
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    end backtacking (8560A, 855A-A31 only) After the treadle has been depressed backward, you can sew a set number of stitches the thread trimming lock key is illuminated, the sewing machine will stop in the needle up position without thread 8550A, 8560A Zigzag width/zigzag base line position 3439M
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    thread trimming has been carried out (after the treadle has been depressed backward for the 8550A-A31). 3440M 2 When the treadle is depressed, continuous backtacking is carried out, and then the sewing machine stops in the needle up position. (For the 8560A, thread trimming is carried out
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    out (after the treadle has been depressed backward for the 8550A-A31). Start point/end point F E = Number of fixed stitches (***) E = Number of fixed stitches (***) E F = Number of second fixed stitches (***) The sewing machine can be stopped automatically once the set number of stitches
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    sewn, the thread is trimmed automatically and then the sewing machine stops in the needle up position.) 2147M Illuminated Off Zigzag width/zigzag base line position No. of fixed stitch/name label stitches Zigzag width/zigzag base line position 3446M Z-8550A
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    is remaining. • The value displayed by the lower thread counter display is reduced by 1 from the initial setting value each time the sewing machine sews 10 stitches, and a warning is given when the counter reaches "-1". 1 After about 2 seconds, the buzzer will sound and
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    7-1. Names and functions * The illustration shows the Z-ST (for 8550A-031). These are used for making advanced operating settings. They should only after the thread is trimmed are sewn at 700 rpm. After this, the sewing speed corresponds to the treadle depression amount. • If you press this key
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    . Becomes higher NOTE: If the needle bar is not at the needle up stop position, "UP" will be displayed. Becomes lower 2138M 2139M 3455M 41 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    to accept function settings. MAX key (5) This key is used to change the maximum sewing speed. * Refer to the Service Manual for details on using these keys. 3456M 7-4. Resetting all settings to their defaults 1 defaults. After this, normal operations will be possible. 3458M Z-8550A, 8560A 42
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    so that they can be easily retrieved and used. * For the 8560A and 8550A-A31, backtacking and fixed stitch/name label stitch settings can also be recorded into user programs. 7-5-1. Recording sewing data 1 • Select the sewing pattern. (Refer to page 26.) • Set the zigzag width and zigzag base line
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    user program cannot be retrieved if it contains no sewing data. Record sewing data into a user program before carrying out or P1 + P2) that was used to record the sewing data to be retrieved. (For P1 + P2, press 3453M 3461M 3462M-3464M 2 The sewing data recorded in the user program will be
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    setting) • The main display will change from an orange display to a green display. Maximum sewing speed Start backtack sewing speed For the 8550A-A31 and 8560A, this shows the start backtacking speed. 3467M 3 • The maximum sewing speed can be set to a speed from 220 rpm to the maximum
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    sewing machine. If the machine is used without these devices attached, injury may result. Turn off the power switch at the following times. The machine machine while sewing, as this may result in personal injury or damage to the machine the machine head settings such as sewing pattern and zigzag width
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    thread tension CAUTION Turn off the power switch before removing or inserting the bobbin case. The machine may operate if the treadle is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury. Good even as possible while still allowing the rotary disc (3) to rotate smoothly. 3472M 47 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    the material does not slip. 1. Loosen the adjusting nut (1). 2. Turn the presser adjusting screw (2) to adjust the presser foot pressure. 3. Tighten the adjusting nut (1). 3473M Z-8550A, 8560A 48
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    out each day in order to maintain the performance of this machine and to ensure a long service life. Furthermore, if the sewing machine has not been used for a long period of time, bobbin into the bobbin case (4), and then place the bobbin case (4) back into the machine. 3475M 49 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    after tilting back the machine head. When the machine head is left for on the angle of the machine head. Tilt back the machine head while the head Nisseki Mitsubishi Sewing Lube 10N; VG10) specified by Brother. * rubber cap (3) securely. 4. Return the machine head to its original position. NOTE:
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    it is bent or if the tip is broken. 2. Check that the upper threads have been threaded correctly. (Refer to page 17.) 3. Carry out a test sewing. 3480M 51 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    machine will be forcibly prevented from operating for safety reasons. If this happens, apply grease and carry out the reset procedure. * If you continue to use the sewing machine after carrying out the reset procedure but without applying grease, problems with the sewing machine may result. Z-8550A
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    10. CLEANING Use Brother-specified grease (SA2355-001). 1. Using . 3484M 3485M 3. Tighten the screw to push in the grease. 4. Turn the machine pulley by hand to move the needle bar up and down several times in order to screws (1) and (2). 3486M Z-8550A, 8560A 3483M Grease 3487M
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    of grease. 1. Pull the needle bar (3) forward with your finger. 3. Turn the machine pulley to gently apply the grease onto the felt. Felt After applying approximately 1 g 7. Depress the treadle to run the sewing machine for 1 second or more. 8. Turn the power switch to "OFF". (This
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    from the wall outlet before replacing any parts, otherwise the machine may operate if the treadle is pressed by mistake, which cause personal injury or damage to the sewing articles. Use only the proper replacement parts as specified by Brother. 11-1. Fixed knife and movable knife 55 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    Stopper For 8 mm (A=16.4mm) White Standard part (Installed to the sewing machine at the time of purchase) For 5 mm (A=13.4mm) Black Accessory needle plate for a zigzag width of something other than 8 mm, problems such as the needle bar touching the stopper may occur if the .) Z-8550A, 8560A 56
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    cause problems such as damage or noise. In order to prevent dial setting errors such as this, change the maximum feed amount setting for the sewing machine to match the maximum feed amount for the feed dog. 1. Tilt back the machine head. 2. For models/specifications other than the 8550A-031, loosen
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    (6) down until it touches the F-regulator connecting rod (10), and then tighten the screw (4). (Fig. B) 3504M 9. For models/specifications other than the 8550A-031, with the reverse lever (9) lowered all the way (with the plunger (11) of the quick reverse solenoid moved to its highest position
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    ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION Maintenance and inspection of the sewing machine should only be carried out by a qualified technician. Ask your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician to carry out move the actuator (1) to the desired position. 3. Tighten the two screws (2). 3507M 59 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    table leaves too much space between the machine head and the table hole, it may The standard amount of clearance between the machine head and the table hole is 1.25 mm. (At washers of the same thickness. Table Sewing machine 3509M If th22e7s2pMring
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    position> The standard position of the thread tension spring (1) is 5-8 mm above the surface of the thread guide (3) when the presser foot (2) is lowered. 1. Lower the presser foot (2). 2. Loosen the set screw take the reading from the scale on the side of the red line. 3513M 61 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    dog is raised as far as possible above the surface of the needle plate. 1. Turn the machine pulley to move the feed dog (1) to its highest position above the needle plate. 2. Tilt back the machine head. 3. Loosen the screw (2). 4. Turn the pin (3) to move the feed bar (4) up and
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    to be parallel with the top of the feed dog (1) (for the 8550A) or raised slightly at the side closest to the operator (for the 8560A moved to its furthest forward and furthest back positions by turning the machine pulley. 1. Tilt back the machine head. 2. Loosen the two screws (2). 3. Turn the feed
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    to adjust so that the needle bar height gauge (2) is touching the top of the needle plate (3) when the machine pulley is turned so that the needle bar (1) is at its lowest position. 5. Securely tighten the screw (9). 6. to "0". (Refer to pages 31-32.) (Continued on next page) Z-8550A, 8560A 64
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    Set the zigzag width to the maximum setting (8 mm). 8. Turn the machine pulley to move the needle to its furthest left position so that the needle bar. (Refer to page 64.) 9. If needle deflection occurs when sewing material with joints, bend the needle guard (13) as shown in the 65 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    sheet (1) to the left of the rotary hook (2) and hold it there. Then run the sewing machine at the normal sewing speed for 10 seconds. (Any type of paper can be used as the lubrication amount check the lubrication amount repeatedly until the lubrication amount is correct. 3531M Z-8550A, 8560A 66
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    adjustments to the floating amount for the presser foot (1) in accordance with the material. 1. Turn the sewing machine pulley by hand to move the feed dog (2) below the needle plate (3). 2. Use the lifting lever depression sensitivity will change, so readjust if necessary. 2302M 67 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    Securely tighten the two set screws (5). 3. While still pushing thread trimming driving rod (7) by hand, turn the machine pulley slowly by hand toward you until the reference line on the thread take-up lever (12) is aligned the reference line is aligned with the U mark. 3538M Z-8550A, 8560A 68
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    where the upper thread (4) passes. 3. Tighten the set screw (1). * At this time, keep the end of the wire (3) 0.5 mm away from surface (A) of the thread guide (5). 4. Loosen the two bolts (6). 5. Move the wire (3) to the left or right so that the end of the wire (3) is 2 to 4 mm from the top
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    decrease the upper thread trailing amount, lower the position of the wire (3) without letting it touch the thread guide (5). 3. After adjusting, tighten the set screw (1). * At this time, keep the end of the wire and move the thread wiper (2) up or down to adjust. Align 3545M Z-8550A, 8560A 70
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    optional parts, otherwise the machine will operate if the correctly before using the machine. Never touch the and cause personal injury or damage to the sewing articles. 13-1. Presser bar U and presser guide (9), spring (10) and washer (11). 6. Loosen the screw (12), and then remove the guide
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    (18) into presser bar U (15). 3. Fit the guide bracket (13) into presser bar U (15) and the groove tip B (18). 5. Install the washer (11), spring guide (9) and spring (10). 6. Tighten the adjustment screw * When tightening the screw (12), lower the guide bracket (13) until it is touching the lifter
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    as shown below. * Using a non-standard feed dog without modifying it will break the movable and fixed knives. 11 R5.5 11 15 11 4 0.5 2 1405M 73 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    the power cord before carrying out troubleshooting. The machine may operate if the treadle is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury. 15-1. Sewing Items with a "*" in the "Page" column should only be checked by a qualified technician. Problem Possible cause 1 Upper thread is not
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    15. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem 3 Skipped stitches occur while sewing 0621M Possible cause • Is the needle tip bent? Is the needle tip blunt? If the needle tip is bent or broken, replace the needle. • Is the needle properly installed? If it is incorrect, install the needle correctly. • Is the machine
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    15. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem 6 Uneven seam 0625M 7 Horizontal thread tightening not balanced pressure too strong? Adjust the presser foot pressure. • Is the sewing speed too fast? Use the sewing speed control keys to gradually reduce the sewing speed. • Is the angle of the feed dog incorrect? Tilt
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    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem 9 Lower thread is tangled at the sewing Brother. 3557M • Is the needle bent or is the needle tip broken? Replace the needle if it is bent or broken. • Is the needle properly installed? If it is incorrect, install the needle correctly. • Is the machine * 77 Z-8550A, 8560A
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    15. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem 12 Incorrect thread trimming (8560A) (Upper at high speed. Use the sewing speed control keys to set the high speed. 22 17 Machine stops during • Is the fixed stitch key turned on? sewing. Press the fixed stitch key 52 the power is turned on. Z-8550A, 8560A 78
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    15. TROUBLESHOOTING 15-2. • Is the machine head tilted back? Return the machine head to its normal position. 3560M Err 65 (Panel key problem) • Was the power switch. • This appears on the display when the sewing machine has continued to be used for a certain period after 79 Z-8550A, 8560A
  • Brother International Z-8550A | Instruction Manual - English - Page 88
    TROUBLESHOOTING 3563M Page 11* • Has the machine locked up? Turn off the power and then turn the machine when the sewing machine has been then operate the sewing machine normally. Err 191 if there is a problem with the thread trimming problem with the zigzag motor caused it to stop. Check if
  • Brother International Z-8550A | Instruction Manual - English - Page 89
    15. TROUBLESHOOTING Error code Err 452 (Machine head memory error) Possible cause • ? Insert the connector securely. Page 11* 3566M 3567M * * Err 740 (Cooling fan problem) • The cooling fan (1) inside the control box is not working. Check if it is place of purchase. 81 Z-8550A, 8560A 3570M
  • Brother International Z-8550A | Instruction Manual - English - Page 90
    INSTRUCTION MANUAL http://www.brother.com/ 15-1, Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya 467-8561, Japan. Phone: 81-52-824-2177 © 2005 Brother Industries, Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Z-8550A ,8560A SA6035-001 E 2005.09. B (1)
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Z-8550A
Z-8560A
Please read this manual before using the machine.
Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference.
ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE ZIGZAG LOCK STITCHER
ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE ZIGZAG LOCK STITCHER
WITH THREAD TRIMMER
INSTRUCTION MANUAL