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BES-940BCBES-1240BCINSTRUCTION MANUALPlease read this manual before using the machine.Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference.NINE NEEDLE FOUR HEAD ELECTRONIC EMBROIDERY MACHINETWELVE NEEDLE FOUR HEAD ELECTRONIC EMBROIDERY MACHINE

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Thank you very 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 to carry out work while positioned directly in frontof moving parts such as the needle and thread take-up lever, and consequently there is always adanger of injury that can be caused by these parts. Follow the instructions from training personneland instructors regarding safe and correct operation before operating the machine so that youwill know how to use it correctly.SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1 Safety indications and their meaningsThis instruction manual and the indications and symbols that are used on the machine itself areprovided in order to ensure safe operation of this machine and to prevent accidents and injury toyourself or other people. The meanings of these indications and symbols are given below.IndicationsDANGERThe instructions which follow this term indicate situations wherefailure to follow the instructions will almost certainly result in deathor severe injury.CAUTIONThe instructions which follow this term indicate situations wherefailure to follow the instructions could cause injury when using themachine or physical damage to equipment and surroundings.Symbols. This symbol () indicates something that you should be careful of.The picture inside the triangle indicates the nature of the caution that must betaken. (For example, the symbol at left means "beware of injury".). This symbol () indicates something that you must not do. This symbol () 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".)BES-940BC BES-1240BC1

2 Notes on safetyDANGERWait at least 5 minutes after turning off the power switch and disconnecting the power cord from the walloutlet before opening the face plate of the control box. Touching areas where high voltages are present canresult in severe injury.CAUTIONEnvironmental requirementsUse the sewing machine in an area which is freefrom sources of strong electrical noise such ashigh-frequency welders.Sources of strong electrical noise may causeproblems with correct operation.Any fluctuations in the power supply voltageshould be within 10% of the rated voltage forthe machine.Voltage fluctuations which are greater than thismay cause problems with correct operation.The power supply capacity should be greaterthan the requirements for the sewing machine'selectrical consumption.Insufficient power supply capacity may causeproblems with correct operation.The ambient temperature should be within therange of 5 C to 35 C during use.Temperatures which are lower or higher than thismay cause problems with correct operation.The relative humidity should be within the rangeof 45% to 85% during use, and no dew formation should occur in any devices.Excessively dry or humid environments anddew formation may cause problems with correct operation.Avoid exposure to direct sunlight during use.Exposure to direct sunlight may cause problems with correct operation.In the event of an electrical storm, turn off thepower and disconnect the power cord from thewall outlet.Lightning may cause problems with correctoperation.InstallationMachine installation should only be carried outby a qualified technician.Contact your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician for any electrical work that may need tobe done.The sewing machine weighs more than 600 kg.The installation should be carried out by fouror more people.Do not connect the power cord until installation is complete, otherwise the machine mayoperate if the start switch is pressed by mistake, which could result in injury.Be sure to connect the ground. If the groundconnection is not secure, you run a high risk ofreceiving a serious electric shock, and problemswith correct operation may also occur.Be sure to wear protective goggles and gloveswhen handling the lubricating oil or grease, sothat no oil or grease gets into your eyes or ontoyour skin, otherwise inflammation can result.Furthermore, do not drink the oil or grease under any circumstances, as they can cause vomiting and diarrhoea.Keep the oil out of the reach of children.Avoid setting up the sewing machine nearsources of strong electrical noise such as highfrequency welding equipment.If this precaution is not taken, incorrect machineoperation may result.Secure the machine with the casters when installing it so that it will not move by placing theleveling seat on the sound floor.When securing the cords, do not bend the cordsexcessively or fasten them too hard withstaples, otherwise there is the danger that fireor electric shocks could occur.2BES-940BC BES-1240BC

CAUTIONSewingThis sewing machine should only be used byoperators who have received the necessarytraining in safe use beforehand.Attach all safety devices before using the sewing machine. If the machine is used withoutthese devices attached, injury may result.The sewing machine should not be used for anyapplications other than sewing.Do not touch any of the moving parts or pressany objects against the machine while sewing,as this may result in personal injury or damageto the machine.Turn off the power switch at the following times,otherwise the machine may operate if the startswitch is pressed by mistake, which could result in injury. When threading the needle When replacing the bobbin and needle When not using the machine and when leaving the machine unattendedDo not get on the table.Table may be damaged.Secure the machine with the casters when installing it so that it will not move by placing theleveling seat on the sound floor.Do not touch the pulse motor and sewing machine bed section during operation or for 30 minutes after operation. Otherwise burns may result.If an error occurs in machine operation, or if abnormal noises or smells are noticed, immediatelyturn off the power switch. Then contact yournearest Brother dealer or a qualified technician.If the machine develops a problem, contact yournearest Brother dealer or a qualified technician.CleaningTurn off the power switch before starting anycleaning work, otherwise the machine may operate if the start switch is pressed by mistake,which could result in injury.Be sure to wear protective goggles and gloveswhen handling the lubricating oil or grease, sothat no oil or grease gets into your eyes or ontoyour skin, otherwise inflammation can result.Furthermore, do not drink the oil or grease under any circumstances, as they can cause vomiting and diarrhoea.Keep the oil out of the reach of children.Maintenance and inspectionMaintenance and inspection of the sewing machine should only be carried out by a qualifiedtechnician.If the power switch needs to be left on whencarrying out some adjustment, be extremelycareful to observe all safety precautions.Ask your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician to carry out any maintenance and inspection of the electrical system.Use only the proper replacement parts as specified by Brother.Turn off the power switch and disconnect thepower cord from the wall outlet at the followingtimes, otherwise the machine may operate if thetreadle is depressed by mistake, which couldresult in injury. When carrying out inspection, adjustmentand maintenance When replacing consumable parts such asthe rotary hook and knife.If any safety devices have been removed, be absolutely sure to re-install them to their originalpositions and check that they operate correctlybefore using the machine.Any problems in machine operation which result from unauthorized modifications to the machine will not be covered by the warranty.BES-940BC BES-1240BC3

3 Warning labels* The following warning labels appear on the sewing machine.Please follow the instructions on the labels at all times when using the machine. If the labels have beenremoved or are difficult to read, please contact your nearest Brother dealer.1Safety devices: Finger guard, Belt cover, etc.CAUTIONMoving partsmay cause injury.Operate with safety devices.turn off main switch beforechanging needle, efahr!Un voltage non adaptéprovoque des blessures.Turn off mainswitch and unplugpower cord beforeopening this cover.Vor Öffnen desGehäusesHauptschalterausschalten undNetzstecker ziehen!Pour ouvrir cette plaque,couper le contactgeneral de la machineet debrancher le s voltagewill cause injury,ACHTUNGUn voltaje inadecuadopuede provocar lasheridas.Antes de abrir estatapa, desconecte lamáquina ydesenchufela de la red.ATTENTIONATENCIONTable mayDer Tisch kannbe damaged. beschädigtwerden.Vous risquezd’endommagerla table.La mesa sepuede dañar.Do not get on Nicht auf denthe table.Tisch stehen.No montez passur la table.No pise lamesa.4Never touch or push the threadtake up during operation as itmay result in injuries machine.56Direction of operation7Never touch or push theneedle bar during operationas it may result in injuries ordamage to the sewing machine.CAUTIONDo not touch this part during activitation orfor 30 minutes after shut-off. Otherwise burnsmay result.4BES-940BC BES-1240BC

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