Barudan BENS Manual de usuario
Copyright 12/99
BARUDAN CO., LTD.
906 Josuiji, Ichinomiya-city, Aichi-pref., Japan
Phone: 0586-76-1137
Fax: 0586-77-1499
Table of Contents
Overview 1 - 1
Introduction ............................1-2
Important Safety Instructions ...................1-2
Danger ............................1-3
Warning ............................1-3
Warning Labels Attached to the Machine ...........1-4
Environmental Specifications .................1-8
BENS Features...........................1-9
Machine Options ......................1-11
Automat Components ......................1-12
Liquid Crystal Display ....................1-12
Menu Keys ..........................1-12
Jog Keys ...........................1-13
Origin Key ..........................1-13
On/Off Keys .........................1-13
Built-In Floppy Disk Drive ..................1-13
Softkeys .............................1-14
Menu Overview .........................1-15
Menu Overview .........................1-16
Powering on the Machines....................1-17
BENS Screen ...........................1-19
Values Box ..........................1-19
Updating the System .......................1-20
Software Updates ......................1-20
Erasing Pattern Memory ...................1-20
Floppy Disks ...........................1-21
BENS Connections ........................1-23
Power for Peripherals ....................1-23
Connections .........................1-23
Specifications ........................1-24
Cables and Connectors ...................1-25
The B Cable .........................1-26
...............................1-26
The E Cable .........................1-26
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Memory Operations 2 - 1
Reading Patterns .........................2-2
Reading Patterns on Disk ...................2-2
Reading Patterns from Tape ..................2-3
Reading Patterns from COM..................2-5
Floppy Disk Utilities........................2-7
Initializing a Floppy Disk ...................2-7
Deleting Patterns from Disk ..................2-9
Patterns in Memory .......................2-10
Pattern List ..........................2-10
Pattern Characteristics ....................2-10
Function List .........................2-11
Rename ...........................2-13
Program ...........................2-15
Deleting Patterns from Memory ...............2-18
Production Statistics .......................2-19
Adding Multiple Patterns.....................2-20
Merging Patterns
with Movement .........................2-22
Saving Patterns..........................2-27
Saving to Floppy Disk ....................2-27
Saving to Peripheral Devices.................2-28
Password Design Security ..................2-30
Memory Backup.........................2-31
Sewing 3 - 1
Sewing Controls ..........................3-2
Pantograph Positioning ....................3-2
Jog Keys ...........................3-2
Sewing Speed Control .....................3-3
Needle Selection .......................3-4
Needle Selection Menu ....................3-4
Sewing ..............................3-6
Drive Mode ..........................3-6
Start/Stop Bar or Buttons....................3-6
Perimeter Trace ........................3-7
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Changing the Origin......................3-9
Standby ...........................3-10
Manual Operations .......................3-11
Thread Clamp ........................3-11
Appliqué ...........................3-12
Change Frame ........................3-13
Thread Trim .........................3-13
Float ...............................3-14
Teach ..............................3-17
Function Codes .......................3-18
Display Method .......................3-19
Sewing Method .......................3-20
Insert A New Code......................3-21
Repairing Missed Stitches ....................3-23
Stitchback ..........................3-23
Automend ..........................3-24
Temporary Repair Stops ...................3-25
Error Codes 4 - 1
Error Codes and Display Prompts .................4-2
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Chapter 1
Overview
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Introduction
This manual covers the operation and maintenance of your BENS embroidery machine.
We urge you to read the entire manual before operating the machine. Even if you have
arranged for instruction, read this manual first to make the most effective use of your
instruction time. Thorough knowledge of the contents of this manual is essential for the
proper operation and long life of the machine.
You will learn about the machine features and options, basic operation, advanced
sewing features, pattern utilities, and how to connect and use peripheral devices.
This manual is divided into the following chapters:
Overview Basic information about the BENS and how the manual is
organized and connecting peripheral devices.
Memory
Operations
Information on reading patterns into machine memory, working
with patterns in machine memory and on floppy disk.
Sewing Instructions on sewing, floating, changing the color sequence in a
pattern, and setting the machine sewing parameters.
Error Codes A list of machine error codes, and display prompts.
Throughout the manual, important information will be emphasized as a Note, Caution,
or Warning.
NOTE: Helpful information about operating the machine.
CAUTION! Important information about protecting the machine.
WARNING!! Safety information about protecting yourself.
Important Safety Instructions
When using an embroidery machine, basic safety precautions should always be
followed. This machine is intended for commercial use.
Read all instructions before using this machine.
Save these instructions.
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Danger
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
•An embroidery machine should never be left unattended when
plugged in. Always unplug this embroidery machine from the
electric outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.
Warning
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:
•Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when
this embroidery machine is used by, or near, children.
•Use this embroidery machine only for its intended use as described
in this manual.
•Use only attachments recommended by the manufacturer, as
contained in this manual.
•Never operate this embroidery machine if it has a damaged cord or
plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been damaged or is wet.
Contact your distributor for repairs or service by an authorized,
qualified technician.
•Never operate the embroidery machine with any air openings
blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the machine free from the
accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.
•Never drop or insert any object into any opening.
•Do not use outdoors.
•Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or
where oxygen is being administered.
•To disconnect, turn all controls to the off position, then remove the
plug from the outlet.
•Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not
the cord.
•Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required
around the sewing machine needles.
•Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the
needle to break.
•Do not use bent needles.
•Do not pull or push fabric while stitching. It may deflect the needle,
causing it to break.
•Switch the sewing machine off when making any adjustments in the
needle area, such as threading the needle, changing a needle,
replacing the bobbin, changing the presser foot, or the like.
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•Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when
removing covers, lubricating or when making any other user
servicing adjustments mentioned in the instruction manual.
•Connect this embroidery machine to a properly grounded outlet
only. See Grounding Instructions.
•Always unplug before relamping. Replace bulb with same type rated
Watts.
•Keep fingers away from moving parts, especially the area near
trimmer blades.
Warning Labels Attached to the Machine
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Disconnect Warning Label
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an embroidery machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed.
To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury, please read and understand the following
instructions before using this machine.
1. Use this embroidery machine only for its intended use as described in the instruction manual.
2. This machine must be grounded.
3. Keep long hair, necklaces, and bracelets away from the machine while operating.
4. Switch the sewing machine off when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as
threading the needle, changing a needle, replacing the bobbin, or the like.
5. Keep fingers away from moving parts, such as the needle, hook, take up lever, frame, thread
trimmer, shaft, pulley belt and gear.
6. Do not operate the machine without the protective covers for the shaft, pulley, belt, and gear in
place.
7. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when lubricating, cleaning or when
making any other adjustments.
8. Always turn off the power and wait for one minute before opening the electrical box or
changing the board in the box.
9. Never operate this embroidery machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, if it has been damaged or is wet. Contact your distributor for repairs or service by an
authorized qualified technician.
10. Use only attachments and parts recommended by Barudan. When using an embroidery
machine, basic safety precautions should always be followed.
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Needle Warning Label
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