7. SEWING

7-11. Changing the cycle program counter

The cycle program counter can be easily changed if necessary, for instance because re-sewing was necessary.

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1.If carrying out cycle sewing in AUTO mode, switch the contents shown in the front panel display from the production counter to the cycle program.

The program number which is to be sewn next will flash in the display. To change the cycle program counter (the position where the display is flashing), press the "up" button (L) or the "down" button (K) to make the desired setting.

*If you would like to switch the display from the cycle program to the production counter, press the SELECT button (M). The production counter will be displayed while this switch is being pressed.

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7-12. Setting the number of home position cycles

The number of home position cycles can be set in order to shorten the overall cycle time. * This function is only valid when DIP switch No. 8 on the circuit board is set to ON.

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1.Press the MODE button (1) to switch to program mode.

2.Press the SELECT button (M) so that "HP" is displayed in the front panel display.

*The display will change in the following order each time the SELECT button is pressed:

A BP4 HP

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Brother DH4-B980 instruction manual Changing the cycle program counter, Setting the number of home position cycles

DH4-B980 specifications

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