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Brother KE-430HX Instruction Manual

Electronic direct drive lockstitch bar tacker, electronic direct drive lockstitch button sewer
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ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE LOCKSTITCH BAR TACKER
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  • Page 1 KE-430HX INSTRUCTION MANUAL KE-430HS BE-438HX BE-438HS Please read this manual before using the machine. Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference. ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE LOCKSTITCH BAR TACKER ELECTRONIC DIRECT DRIVE LOCKSTITCH BUTTON SEWER...
  • Page 2 Thank you very much for buying a BROTHER sewing machine. Before using your new machine, please read the safety instructions 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 needle and thread take-up, and consequently there is always a danger of injury that can be caused by these parts.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    ) indicates something that you must do. The picture inside the circle indicates the · · · · · nature of the thing that must be done. (For example, the symbol at left means “you must make the ground connection”.) KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 4 Contact your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician for any electrical work that may need to Secure the table so that it will not move when tilting be done.
  • Page 5 If the machine develops a problem, contact your to carry out threading. nearest Brother dealer or a qualified technician. If using a work table which has casters, the casters should be secured in such a way so that they cannot move.

  • Page 6: Maintenance And Inspection

    If only one hand is used, the weight of the machine Ask your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician to head may cause your hand to slip, and your hand carry out any maintenance and inspection of the may get caught.
  • Page 7 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. Touching areas where high voltages are present can result in severe injury.
  • Page 8 2559B 3854B Thread take-up cover 3856B KE-430HX only Eye guard Finger guard Transformer box (100V/110V/380V/400V) Oil tank Rear cover DT solenoid cover Side cover 4010B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    4-10-1. Selecting the button clamp spacer ..41 2-1. Machine specifications ........2 4-10-2. Installing the button lifter spring ..41 2-2. List of sewing patterns (KE-430HX/HS) .... 4 5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL 2-3. List of sewing patterns (BE-438HX/HS) .... 9 (BASIC OPERATIONS) .......
  • Page 10 8-3. Cleaning the eye guard ........75 8-4. Checking the needle ........75 8-5. Lubrication ............75 8-6. Applying grease (Work clamp: KE-430HX/HS) ....... 76 8-7. Cleaning the needle cooling equipment (KE-430HX) ............ 76 8-8. Changing lubricating oil (When the oil change warning is displayed) ......

  • Page 11: Names Of Major Parts

    (3) USB port (11) Eye guard (4) Operation panel (12) Thread take-up cover (5) Foot switch (13) Rear cover (6) Work clamp (KE-430HX/HS) (14) Side cover (7) Button clamp (BE-438HX/HS) (15) DT solenoid cover (8) Pulley (9) Cotton stand KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 12: Specifications

    Machine head: approx. 60 kg, Operation panel: approx. 0.4 kg Weights Control box: approx. 7 kg 100V, 110V, 200V - 230V, 380V - 400V Power source * The voltages which can be used and the available regions may vary depending on the specifications. Power consumption 450 VA KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 13 *5 The number of sewing patterns and the number of stitches that can be recorded will vary depending on the number of stitches in each sewing pattern. *6 If using a shank button, use the shank device (other than for Europe: SB7900-001, for Europe: SB7900-0E1). KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 14: List Of Sewing Patterns (Ke-430Hx/Hs)

    2. SPECIFICATIONS 2-2. List of sewing patterns (KE-430HX/HS) The sewing patterns shown below have been preset into the sewing machine and can be selected according to specifications. (Any sewing pattern is available as long as it is within the work clamp and feed plate in size.) Use the work clamp and feed plate that match the respective sewing pattern selected.
  • Page 15 * The sewing start and sewing end are in the middle of the pattern. Straight bar tacking Vertical zigzag stitching Tacking size (mm) Tacking size (mm) No. of No. of Pattern Pattern stitches Length Width stitches Length Width KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 16 2. SPECIFICATIONS Vertical bar tacking Vertical straight bar tacking Tacking size (mm) Tacking size (mm) No. of No. of Pattern Pattern stitches Length Width stitches Length Width KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 17 Tacking size (mm) Tacking size (mm) No. of No. of Pattern Pattern stitches stitches Length Width Length Width Crossed stitching Crossed tacking Tacking size (mm) Tacking size (mm) No. of No. of Pattern Pattern stitches stitches Length Width Length Width KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 18 Width If you want to sew a sewing pattern other than standard sewing patterns, you can create your original pattern using the PS-300B. Consult with your local Brother sales office for details. Note when creating additional sewing patterns When sewing data with a small number of stitches (15 stitches or less) is sewn repeatedly (short cycle operation), the main shaft motor may overheat and the “E150”...

  • Page 19: List Of Sewing Patterns (Be-438Hx/Hs)

    ― 10-10 12-12 *1 Use for buttons with small holes. *2 Check that the diameter of the holes in the buttons is 2 mm or greater before using the programs. *3 Do not use the button lifter spring. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 20 *5 When sewing of one side is completed, the thread will be wiped without the button clamp rising, and then the other side will be sewn. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 21 When sewing data with a small number of stitches (15 stitches or less) is sewn repeatedly (short cycle operation), the main shaft motor may overheat and the “E150” error code may be generated. If using data for an additional sewing pattern with 66 stitches or more, the maximum sewing speed is limited to 2,800 sti/min. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 22: Installation

    If the table moves, it may crush your feet or cause other injuries. Contact your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician for any electrical work that may need to be done. Use both hands to hold the machine head when tilting it back or returning it to its original position.

  • Page 23: Table Processing Diagram

    • Check that the control box 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. Control box Cotton mounting hole Cord hole stand hole Oiler hole Operation panel cord hole Hinge holder hole 3858B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 24: Installing The Control Box

    (9) in the table for installing the oiler (7) as shown in figure [A]. NOTE: • Make sure that the dust oiler support (4) does not interfere with the hinge holder (2). 3752B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 25: Installing The Machine Head

    • When holding the machine head, do not hold it by the pulse motor, otherwise it may damage the pulse motor. Approx. 20mm Approx. 20mm 3860B Pull the seal (4) in the direction of the arrow to remove it. 3963B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 26 (12) Collars [3 pcs] (13) Plain washers [3 pcs] (14) Screws [3 pcs] (15) Felt (16) Oil tube Pass the felt (15) and the oil tube (16) through the hole in the dust oiler support (17) into the oiler (18). 3861B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 27: Installing The Operation Panel

    (2) Wood screws [4 pcs] • Pass the panel cord through the hole in the table, and then insert it into the control box through the hole in the side of the control box. (3) Staples [3 pcs] 3863B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 28: Installing The Cotton Stand

    (1) does not move. 3864B 3-7. Installing the button tray (BE-438HX/HS) Install the button tray at a place convenient for operation. (1) Button tray holder (2) Wood screws [2 pcs] (3) Button tray (4) Set screw 3865B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 29: Installing The Eye Guard

    3-8. 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 <KE-430HS, BE-438HX, BE-438HS> (2) Screws [2 pcs] 3866B <KE-430HX> 3911B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 30: Installing The Needle Cooling Equipment (Ke-430Hx)

    3. INSTALLATION 3-9. Installing the needle cooling equipment (KE-430HX) (1) Tube (2) Air nozzle assembly (3) Screws 3867B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 31: Connecting The Cords

    3. INSTALLATION 3-10. Connecting the cords CAUTION Contact your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician When securing the cords, do not bend the cords for any electrical work that may need to be done. excessively or fasten them too hard with staples,...
  • Page 32 Thread trimmer pulse motor encoder [5-pin] Blue P7 (T-ENC) Machine head switch [3-pin] P9 (HEAD-SW) Machine head memory [6-pin] P4 (HEAD-MEM) Digital tension [4-pin] (KE-430HX/BE-438HX) (1), (2), (3) P19 (SOL2) Tension release solenoid [4-pin] (1), (2) (KE-430HS/BE-438HS) Thread trimmer pulse motor [4-pin] Blue...
  • Page 33 3873B 8. Use the five screws (9) to tighten the cover (8) of the control box. Check that none of the cords are being clamped by the cover at this time. 3912B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 34: Connecting The Ground Wire

    (1) Ground wire from the machine head (Ground mark position) (2) Ground wire from the operation panel * The recommended tightening torque for the ground screws is 1.0±0.1 N･m. NOTE: Make sure that the ground connections are secure in order to ensure safety. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 35: Installing The Rear Cover

    3. INSTALLATION 3-12. Installing the rear cover (1) Rear cover (2) Screws [4 pcs] NOTE: Be careful not to clamp the cords when installing the rear cover (1). 3875B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 36: Lubrication

    ・ Use only the lubricating oil <JXTG Nippon Oil & Energy SEWINGLUBE N 10; VG10> specified by Brother. * If this type of lubricating oil is difficult to obtain, the recommended oil to use is <Exxon Mobil Essotex SM10; VG10>.

  • Page 37: Connecting The Power Cord

    • Take care when tapping in the five staples (3) to make sure that they do not pierce the cords. • Do not use extension cords, otherwise machine operation problems result. Control box Green and yellow wire (ground wire) 3959B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 38 NOTE: • Take care when tapping in the four staples (5) to make sure that they do not pierce the cords. • Do not use extension cords, otherwise machine operation problems result. Green and yellow wire (ground wire) KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 39 • Take care when tapping in the five staples (7) to make sure that they do not pierce the cords. • Do not use extension cords, otherwise machine operation problems result. Green and yellow wire (ground wire) 3960B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 40: Checking The Machine Head Switch

    3-16. Starting up 4421Q 1. Turn on the power switch (1). The power supply LED (2) on the operation panel will illuminate and the "brother" logo will be displayed, and then the model name and specifications will be displayed. Specifications Display ‐1...

  • Page 41: Preparation Before Sewing

    Do not touch any of the moving parts or press any objects against the machine while winding the lower thread, as this may result in personal injury or damage to the machine. 1. First, press the bobbin key on the home screen panel to switch to the bobbin screen. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 42 Loosen the nut (6) and move the bobbin winder tension assembly (7) up and down to adjust. * For case A, turn the bobbin winder tension assembly (7) clockwise (a), and for case B, turn it counterclockwise (b). Case A Case B 3913B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 43: Installing The Bobbin Case

    4. Check that the bobbin turns in the direction of the arrow when the thread is pulled. 5. Pass the thread through the lever thread hole (4), and then pull out approximately 30 mm of thread. 6. Hold the latch on the bobbin case and insert the bobbin case into the hook. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 44: Threading The Upper Thread

    * When using threading mode for threading, the tension discs (1) will open so that the thread can be threaded more easily. (Refer to following page.) [When using the needle cooler (option)] [Two holes] (-3, -K, -1 specifications) Synthetic thread Spun rayon yarn [One hole] (-5 specifications) 3881B Approx. 40mm KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 45: Thread Tension

    Adjust the thread tension to the weakest possible tension by turning the thread tension nut (1) until the bobbin case will not drop by its own weight while the thread end coming out of the bobbin case is held. stronger weaker 2536Q KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 46: Upper Thread Tension

    DP x 17NY #19 DP x 17NY #12 *1: For KE-430HX and BE-438HX. *2: This is the tension value when the pretension is 0.05 N. [Guide to maximum sewing speed for KE-430HX/HS] Max. sewing speed (sti/min) Standard hook Large hook...

  • Page 47: Adjusting The Needle Cooling Equipment (Ke-430Hx)

    If the needle count is changed, adjust while referring to below. ・DPx5 (KE-430HX-3, -K, -1, KE-430HS-3): Push the air nozzle assembly upward so that the open part of the slot is at the top. ・DPx17 (KE-430HX-5, KE-430HS-5, BE-438HX, BE-438HS): Push the air nozzle assembly downward so that the open part of the slot is at the bottom.

  • Page 48: Thread Nipper Device (Ke-430Hx-03, -0K, -01)

    4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING 4-7. Thread nipper device (KE-430HX-03, -0K, -01) This is used to stop the thread from pulling out at the sewing start, and at times when skipped stitches might easily occur. The thread nipper device operates when memory switch no. 500 is set to "ON". However, some limitations apply. Refer to "6-2.
  • Page 49 4487Q 5. With the KE-430HX, the lower thread may poke out from the underside of the material on the 2nd stitch for some types of material and thread. If this happens, it is recommended that you use sewing patterns that are designed for use with the thread nipper device.

  • Page 50: Inserting A Button (Be-438Hx/Hs)

    2. Loosen the shoulder screw (1), while the button is held by the clamp. Move the adjusting plate (2) so that the space between the adjusting plate (2) and screw (3) is approximately 0.5 - 1.0 mm, then tighten the shoulder screw (1). 3761B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 51: About The Button Lifting Method (Be-438Hx/Hs)

    1. Install the spring support (1) with the bolt (2). 2. Install the spring (3) with the washer (4) and the screw (5). * Adjust so that the spring (3) is in the middle of the button. 3918B 3762B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 52: Using The Operation Panel (Basic Operations)

    Used to switch to thread winding mode. (6) Thread key Used to switch to threading mode. (7) Test key Used to switch to test mode. (8) Change program No. key Used to change the value which is displayed in the program No. display (13). KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 53 Touch to switch to the select program screen, and then select a program. (14) Stitch count The number of stitches in the selected sewing program is displayed in "Current number of stitches in sewing program"/"Total number of stitches in sewing program". KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 54: Home Screen

    The number of stitches is displayed in "Current number of stitches in sewing program"/"Total number of stitches in sewing program". (10) Sewing pattern An overall image of the sewing pattern and the sewing start position (blue point) are displayed. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 55: Program Selection Method

    S001 to S064 (438HX/HS) U001 to U100 C001 to C030 Pattern selection Not possible Can be registered as desired operation Patterns that can be Patterns with same number as All patterns registered in the sewing machine registered program number already registered KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 56: Scale And Y Scale Setting Method

    * The setting can be displayed in "mm" units by setting memory switch No. 402 to "ON". * When the value is confirmed, the buzzer will sound twice if the value exceeds the allowable scale (20% to 200%), and the setting will not be applied. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 57 * The setting can be displayed in "mm" units by setting memory switch No. 402 to "ON". * When the value is confirmed, the buzzer will sound twice if the value exceeds the allowable scale (20% to 200%), and the setting will not be applied. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 58: Sewing Speed Setting Method

    430HX/HS: 2,700 sti/min, 438HX/HS: 2,300 sti/min * When the value is confirmed, the buzzer will sound twice if the value exceeds the allowable setting range (For 430HX/HS: 3,300 sti/min; for 438HS/HX: 2,800 sti/min), and the setting will not be applied. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 59: Work Clamp Height Setting Method

    If you would like to change the work clamp height separately for each program, set memory switch No. 470 to "ON". * Initial value differs depending on the sewing machine model. Maximum work clamp height: 430HX/HS: 14, 438HX/HS: 10 Intermediate work clamp height: 430HX/HS: 1, 438HX/HS: 1 KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 60: User Program Setting Method

    (1) to switch to the select program screen, and select the program. ・ The setting ranges for other items will vary in accordance with the pattern which is registered, so register the pattern first. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 61 ・ If you press the return key without pressing the OK key, you can return to the select user program screen and cancel the changes to parameter settings. If you would like to continue another program, repeat steps 2 to 8 above. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 62 No.402 to "ON". 430HX/HS: 200 sti/min to 3,300 sti/min 438HX/HS: 200 sti/min to 2,800 sti/min The setting is in units of 100 sti/min. Initial value Sewing speed (Initial value: 2,700 sti/min for the 430HX/HS 2,300 sti/min for the 438HX/HS) KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 63 (Initial value is 10.) * It is possible to change the value of intermediate work clamp height (L) only when memory switch No. 071 is set to "2" or memory switch No.072 is set to "2" or "5". KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 64: Slow Start Pattern Setting Method

    2,000 Sewing speed for the 4th stitch (sti/min) * The speed will not be faster than the sewing speed which has been set. * The thread nipper device will not operate for settings other than 8 and 9. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 65: Copying Programs (Additional Program)

    (1) will stop blinking. Change the necessary items. Carry out the steps in "5-4. X scale and Y scale setting method", "5-5. Sewing speed setting method" and "5-6. Work clamp height setting method" and change the necessary items. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 66: Checking The Sewing Pattern (Ke-430Hx/Hs)

    5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS) 5-10. Checking the sewing pattern (KE-430HX/HS) Use test feed mode to check the needle movement with only the work clamp operating. Check that the needle hole does not come out from the frame of the work clamp.

  • Page 67: Checking The Sewing Pattern (Be-438Hx/Hs)

    Depress the foot switch to the 1st step. 1st step The button clamp will rise and the preparation for sewing will be completed. 4441Q KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 68: Correcting The Upper Thread Tension (For Ke-430Hx And Be-438Hx)

    5. USING THE OPERATION PANEL (BASIC OPERATIONS) 5-12. Correcting the upper thread tension (For KE-430HX and BE-438HX) The upper tension value is always displayed on the home screen during sewing standby mode, and it can be changed at any time.

  • Page 69: Illumination Led Setting Method

    ・ If the brightness level is set to "0", the LED will switch off, and if it is set to a number from 1 to 9, the LED brightness will be greater if a larger number is selected as the setting. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 70: Using The Operation Panel (Advanced Operations)

    If you would like to display only the numbers of memory Touch the key (3) or the key (4). switches that have been changed from default settings. ・ The numbers of memory switches that have been changed from default settings will appear in order. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 71 OK key, you can cancel the changes. Repeat steps 2 to 4 above to set each memory switch. Exit setting mode. Touch the back key or the menu key. ・ The display will return to the setting menu screen. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 72: List Of Memory Switches

    Assignment to F1 key: memory switch No. 407 Assignment to F2 key: memory switch No. 408 Assignment to F3 key: memory switch No. 409 Assignment to F4 key: memory switch No. 410 KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 73 Thread nipper device can be used. (*1) *1 The setting is enabled when memory switch No. 100 is set to "ON", the slow start pattern is set to 8 or 9 and when the sewing speed value is set to 1,500 sti/min or more. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 74: Using The Lower Thread Counter

    3. If you touch the reset key (2), the display will switch to the home screen, the lower thread counter value will return to the setting value, and sewing will be possible. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 75: Using The Production Counter

    ・ The counter value displayed in the home screen is incremented by 1 each time one sewing operation is completed. * The lower 5 digits are displayed in the home screen. If you would like all digits to be displayed, check using the production counter setting screen. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 76: Using The Garment Counter

    ・ The garment counter will not be displayed on the home screen when sewing programs other than cycle programs. ・ The counter value which is displayed on the home screen will be incremented by 1 each time all of the steps in the selected cycle program have been sewn once. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 77: Using Cycle Programs

    ・ A check mark will appear in the check column of the list which was touched. ・ If you would like to delete the registration, you can do it by touching a step to select it, and then touching the clear key (3). KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 78 Touch the OK key. ・ The display will return to the select cycle program screen. This completes the registering of cycle programs. If you would like to continue setting another cycle program, repeat steps 2 to 7 above. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 79: Direct Selection

    Functions can be switched by changing the memory switch settings. 406=OFF (Initial setting) None of the function keys operate when pressed. 406=ON Item specified by memory Item specified by memory Item specified by memory Item specified by memory switch No.407 switch No.408 switch No.409 switch No.410 KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 80: Reading And Writing Data Using Usb Memory

    (Refer to the Service Manual for details read are from 001 to 500.) of memory switch No. 750.) Sewing parameters of programs ISMUPG.SEW Same as above Memory switch settings ISMMSW.SEW Same as above Cycle program ISMCYC.SEW Same as above KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 81: Data Initialization Method

    If you touch an item name in the list, the initialization check screen will be displayed. ・Touch the OK key to start the initialization. ・When the screen display returns to the initialization screen, initialization is complete. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 82: Sewing

    6. Depress the foot switch to the 2nd step. 3888B The sewing machine will start sewing. 7. Once sewing is completed and the thread has been trimmed, the work clamp (2) / button clamp (3) will rise. 3889B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 83: Changing Sewing Conditions

    2. Touch the key (2), or touch the numeric keypad keys (3) to change the sewing speed (4). (Sewing speed values: 200 to 3,300 for the KE-430HX/HS and 200 to 2,800 for the BE-438HX/HS) ・ Touch the OK key to switch to the home screen, and the sewing speed value which is set will be applied from the next time sewing is carried out.

  • Page 84: Maintenance

    (2) and the shuttle hook (3). 3891B 3. Clean all the dust and lint from around the driver (4), the top of the shuttle race thread guide and the shuttle race. 3892B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 85: Draining The Oil

    3893B 8-4. Checking the needle Always check that the tip of the needle is not broken and also the needle is not bent before starting sewing. 3894B 8-5. Lubrication Carry out the lubrication referring to “3-13. Lubrication”. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 86: Applying Grease (Work Clamp: Ke-430Hx/Hs)

    JXTG Nippon Oil & Energy POWERNOC WB 2 grease for the work clamp (1). 3938B 8-7. Cleaning the needle cooling equipment (KE-430HX) 1. Disconnect the tube (1) from the elbow union (2), and then remove the air cylinder cover (3).

  • Page 87: Changing Lubricating Oil (When The Oil Change Warning Is Displayed)

    If this happens, change the oil and then carry out the reset procedure. * If you continue to use the sewing machine after carrying out the reset procedure but without changing the oil, problems with the sewing machine may result. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 88 8. MAINTENANCE ・Use only the lubricating oil <JXTG Nippon Oil & Energy SEWINGLUBE N 10; VG10> specified by Brother. * If this type of lubricating oil is difficult to obtain, the recommended oil to use is <Exxon Mobil Essotex SM10; VG10>.
  • Page 89 ・ Do not allow the oil level to go past the top reference line. Oil leaks may occur during sewing machine operation. Approx. 165ml 3922B 8. Install the screw (5). Clean around the installation area before installing. When installing the screw (5), check that the O-ring (6) is fitted onto it. 3923B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 90 (This completes the clearing operation.) Press the return key (3) to return to the special menu. Press the home key to return to the home screen. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 91: Standard Adjustment

    If only one hand is used, the weight of the machine Ask your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician to head may cause your hand to slip, and your hand carry out any maintenance and inspection of the may get caught.

  • Page 92: Thread Take-Up Spring

    Higher Loosen the set screw (1) and turn the tensioner body to adjust the thread take-up spring height. 3896B <Thread take-up spring tension> < For the KE-430HX and BE-438HX > Stronger Weaker < For the KE-430HS and BE-438HS > Stronger...

  • Page 93: Arm Thread Guide C

    (reference line A) is aligned with the lower edge of the needle bar bush (3). * If using a DP x 5 needle, use the highest reference line (reference line a). KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 94: Adjusting The Needle Bar Lift Amount And The Driver Needle Guard

    Turn the pulley in the direction of the arrow to align the tip of the shuttle hook with the needle center line. Then loosen the set screw (1) and turn the adjusting stud (2) to adjust so that the clearance between the needle and the tip of the shuttle hook is 0.01 - 0.08 mm. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 95: Adjusting The Shuttle Race Thread Guide

    2. Loosen the two bolts (1), and then adjust by moving the oil tank assembly (2) up or down. * The standard position is when the centers of the two bolts (1) are aligned with the reference line on the oil tank plate (3). KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 96: Replacing The Movable Knife And Fixed Knife

    * Move the movable knife (6) as shown in the illustration and check that it trims the thread cleanly. NOTE: If the movable knife spacer (11) is too thick, it will not be possible to trim the thread. 2334B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 97: Adjusting The Work Clamp Lift Amount (Ke-430Hx/Hs)

    9. STANDARD ADJUSTMENT 9-8. Adjusting the work clamp lift amount (KE-430HX/HS) Adjust so that the actual maximum lift amount for the work clamp is 17 mm above the top of the needle plate when the maximum work clamp height has been set to 17 mm using the operation panel.

  • Page 98: Adjusting The Holding Pressure (Be-438Hx/Hs)

    (1) is aligned with the center of the needle. NOTE: Check that the needle bar thread guide (3) and the thread wiper base shaft (4) are not touching at this time. Approx. 2 mm 3906B 3907B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 99: Checking The Machine Head Switch

    <If error “E050”, “E051” or “E055” is displayed> If the machine head switch (1) is not turned on, error “E050”, “E051” or “E055” will occur. Use the screw (2) to adjust the installation position of the machine head switch as shown in the illustration. 3879B KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 100: Table Of Error Codes

    Turn off the power, and then return the machine head to its original position. Check that connector P9 on the main P.C. board is properly connected. The operation panel key is being pressed or there is a problem with the switch. E065 Turn off the power, and then check. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 101 Turn off the power, and then check that there is no problem with the vertical work clamp / button clamp position. E330 Work clamp motor has overrun in the lowering direction. E331 Work clamp motor has overrun in the raising direction. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 102 Turn off the power, and then check that connector P4 on the main P.C. board is properly connected. Internal memory is full. E474 Press the reset key to clear the error. Clear any unnecessary additional patterns and then secure a free space. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 103 Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems with the sewing machine. Abnormal current was detected in pulse motor. E711 Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems with each motor. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 104 Turn off the power, and then check if there are any problems with the optional parts. If an 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. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 105: Troubleshooting

    Work clamp does not Grease the sliding part of the work Work clamp operation is sluggish. P. 76 rise. (KE-430HX/HS) clamp. Too much friction between work clamp Grease the work clamp lifter plate and lifter plate and work clamp arm lever work clamp arm lever plate.
  • Page 106 Use the correct needle for the material. P. 36 Needle is striking the button. Refer to “5-11. Checking the sewing P. 57 (BE-438HX/HS) pattern”. Button breaks. Refer to “5-11. Checking the sewing Needle is striking the button. P. 57 (BE-438HX/HS) pattern”. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...
  • Page 107 This is not a sign of a malfunction. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS...

  • Page 108: Instruction Manual

    INSTRUCTION MANUAL * Please note that the contents of this manual may differ slightly from the actual product purchased as a result of product improvements. © 2017 Brother Industries, Ltd. All Rights Reserved. KE-430HX/KE-430HS, BE-438HX/BE-438HS This is the original instructions.

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