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Brother LK3-B430E MARK II User Manual

Brother LK3-B430E MARK II
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SERVICE MANUAL
ELECTRONIC LOCKSTITCH BAR TACKER
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LK3-B430E

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Brother LK3-B430E MARK II Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBrother
ModelLK3-B430E MARK II
CategorySewing Machine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety indications and their meanings

Explains the meanings of safety indications and symbols used in the manual.

Notes on safety

Environmental requirements

Details the ambient temperature and humidity requirements for machine operation.

Installation

Provides safety guidelines and procedures for installing the sewing machine.

Warning labels

PROGRAM LIST

STANDARD THREAD TENSION

MECHANICAL DESCRIPTIONS

3-1. Needle bar, thread take-up, lower shaft and shuttle race mechanisms

Describes the operation of the needle bar, thread take-up, lower shaft, and shuttle race.

3-2. Work clamp lifter mechanism

Explains the function and operation of the work clamp lifting mechanism.

3-3. Work clamp lifter and thread wiper mechanisms

Details the combined operation of the work clamp lifter and thread wiper.

3-4. Feed mechanism

Explains the X and Y direction feed mechanisms responsible for pattern creation.

3-5. Thread trimmer mechanism

Describes the components and operation of the thread trimming system.

3-6. Thread nipper mechanism

Details the thread nipper mechanism, including manual operation and thread trimming.

3-7. Thread take-up mechanism

Explains the functioning of the thread take-up mechanism.

DISASSEMBLY

4-1. Covers

Details the procedure for removing the various covers of the sewing machine.

4-2. Presser arm mechanism

Outlines the steps for disassembling the presser arm mechanism.

4-3. Shuttle hook mechanism

Provides instructions for removing the shuttle hook assembly and related parts.

4-4. Needle bar mechanism

Details the process of disassembling the needle bar and its related components.

4-5. Upper shaft mechanism

Explains the steps for disassembling the upper shaft and its associated parts.

4-6. Lower shaft mechanism

Guides the user through the disassembly of the lower shaft mechanism.

4-7. Feed mechanism (1)

Details the first part of the feed mechanism disassembly process.

Feed mechanism (2)

Continues the feed mechanism disassembly instructions.

Feed mechanism (3)

Completes the feed mechanism disassembly instructions.

4-8. Presser mechanism

Provides the steps for disassembling the presser mechanism.

4-9. Thread wiper mechanism

Details the disassembly of the thread wiper mechanism.

4-10. Thread nipper mechanism

Explains the procedure for disassembling the thread nipper mechanism.

4-11. Thread take-up mechanism

Guides the user through the disassembly of the thread take-up mechanism.

4-12. Thread trimmer mechanism

Details the steps for disassembling the thread trimmer mechanism.

ASSEMBLY

5-1. Thread trimmer mechanism (1)

Details the first part of the thread trimmer mechanism assembly.

5-2. Thread nipper mechanism

Explains the procedure for assembling the thread nipper mechanism.

5-3. Thread wiper mechanism (1)

Details the first part of the thread wiper mechanism assembly.

5-4. Thread take-up mechanism

Guides the user through the assembly of the thread take-up mechanism.

5-5. Presser mechanism

Details the steps for assembling the presser mechanism.

5-6. Feed mechanism (1)

Details the first part of the feed mechanism assembly process.

Feed mechanism (2)

Continues the feed mechanism assembly instructions.

Feed mechanism (3)

Completes the feed mechanism assembly instructions.

5-7. Upper shaft mechanism

Explains the steps for assembling the upper shaft and its associated parts.

5-8. Needle bar mechanism

Details the process of assembling the needle bar and its related components.

5-9. Lower shaft mechanism

Guides the user through the assembly of the lower shaft mechanism.

5-10. Thread trimmer mechanism (2)

Details the second part of the thread trimmer mechanism assembly.

5-11. Thread wiper mechanism (2)

Details the second part of the thread wiper mechanism assembly.

5-12. Shuttle race mechanism

Explains the assembly of the shuttle race mechanism.

5-13. Presser arm mechanism

Details the steps for assembling the presser arm mechanism.

5-14. Covers

Details the procedure for attaching the various covers of the sewing machine.

ADJUSTMENT

6-1. Adjusting the needle bar height

Explains how to adjust the needle bar to the correct height.

6-2. Adjusting the needle bar lift stroke

Guides the user in adjusting the needle bar lift stroke for optimal performance.

6-3. Adjusting the driver needle guard

Details how to adjust the driver needle guard for correct needle contact.

6-4. Adjusting the needle clearance

Explains how to set the correct clearance between the needle and the shuttle hook.

6-5. Adjusting the shuttle race thread guide

Guides the user on adjusting the shuttle race thread guide for proper needle centering.

6-6. Adjusting the work clamp lift amount

Explains how to adjust the maximum lift amount of the work clamp.

6-7. Adjusting the thread wiper

Details the procedure for adjusting the position and clearance of the thread wiper.

6-8. Adjusting the thread take-up amount

Guides on adjusting the thread take-up lever stroke for thread trailing.

6-9. Adjusting the movable knife

Explains how to adjust the movable knife for proper thread trimming.

6-9-1. Replacing the movable and fixed knives

Provides instructions for replacing the movable and fixed knives for clean thread cutting.

6-9-2. Adjusting the engagement of the movable knife and fixed knife

Details the procedure for adjusting the engagement of the movable and fixed knives.

6-10. Adjusting the driving lever stopper position

Explains how to adjust the position of the driving lever stopper for thread trimming.

6-11. Adjusting the thread trimmer driving lever position

Guides on adjusting the position of the thread trimmer driving lever.

6-12. Adjusting the thread trimming solenoid position

Details how to adjust the position of the thread trimming solenoid.

6-13. Adjusting the backlash

Explains how to adjust the play in the drive system for smooth operation.

6-14. Adjusting the positions of the presser solenoid

Guides on adjusting the position of the presser solenoid for proper work clamp operation.

6-15. Adjusting the sensor perceive plate position

Details how to adjust the sensor perceive plate for correct detection.

6-16. Adjusting the home position

Explains how to set the home position for the X and Y axes.

6-17. Adjusting the needle up stop position

Guides on adjusting the needle's stop position after sewing.

6-18. Adjusting the V-belt tension

Details how to adjust the V-belt tension for optimal machine performance.

GAUGE PARTS LIST ACCORDING TO SUBCLASSES

OPTIONAL PARTS

TROUBLESHOOTING

ELECTRIC MECHANISM

10-1. Precautions at the time of adjustment

Highlights safety precautions to be taken when working on the electrical control box.

10-2. Components inside the control box and the operation panel

Identifies and briefly explains the main electrical components within the control box and panel.

10-3. Fuse explanation

Lists fuse types, their part codes, and the symptoms when a fuse blows.

10-4. Connectors

Details connector positions and emphasizes checking for proper connections to prevent issues.

10-5. Explanation of the DIP switches

Explains the functions of DIP switches on the operation panel and control box.

10-7. Checking the input sensor and DIP switch input

Describes how to check the status of input sensors and DIP switch settings.

10-8. Checking the input voltage

Explains how to check the machine's input voltage using the operation panel.

10-9. Clearing all memory settings

Provides a procedure to clear all memory settings and reset the machine.

10-10. Confirming software version

Details how to check the machine's software version displayed on the panel.

10-11. Table of error codes

Lists all error codes, their causes, and recommended remedies for troubleshooting.

10-12. Troubleshooting flowchart

Presents a flowchart to guide users through diagnosing and resolving machine issues.

10-12-2. Problem solution and measures

Provides detailed solutions and measures for specific error codes and problems identified in the flowchart.

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