5. CORRECT USE

5. CORRECT USE

5-1. Data initialization

When using the sewing machine for the first time, initialize the data by following the procedure below.

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1.While pressing the RESET key (1), turn on the power switch.

*While the data is being initialized, all LEDs will illuminate and the buzzer will sound a series of short beeps.

*All parameters, memory switches, cycle programs and the production counter will be initialized.

2.When the data writing is complete, the buzzer will stop and the machine will go to the normal starting-

up condition.

Note: The data is retained for approximately one month after the power supply is turned off. If more than one month passes since the power supply was last turned on, "E-59" may be displayed the next time the power is turned on. If this happens, you will need to re-initialize the data.

5-2. Changing the lower thread and gimp trimming

The sewing machine is set to lower thread and gimp trimming when it is shipped from the factory. (DIP switch C (3) No. 6 is set to ON.)

For setting the lower thread and gimp thread trimming to OFF, carry out the following procedure. Note: For -00 specification, be sure to set the lower thread and gimp thread trimming to OFF.

Trimming

No trimming

1.Turn off the power.

2.Remove the six screws (1).

3.Open the rear plate (2) of the control box.

4.Set DIP switch C (3) No. 6 on the circuit board to OFF.

5.Close the rear plate (2) and tighten the six screws

(1).

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Brother rh-918a manual Correct USE, Data initialization, Changing the lower thread and gimp trimming

rh-918a specifications

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