TAJIMA TLMX Series - User Manual

TLMX SERIES
Original Instructions
USER’S MANUAL
To embroider
1. Turn ON the power..........................................................52
2. Thread passing, fabric setting .........................................54
3. Registration of a design in the machine memory ............60
4. Decision of an embroidery design, Color Change Sequence...........68
5. Decision of the design start position................................78
6. Check items before embroidering ...................................85
7. Embroidery starts ............................................................91
M-LMX24-E
(2015.08)

Summary

Chapter 1 Items that must be followed carefully

1. Safety Precautions

General safety guidelines for operating the embroidery machine to prevent accidents and injuries.

2. Warning labels

Details about warning labels attached to the machine and their meaning for safe operation.

3. Inspection before starting work

Procedure for inspecting machine parts before starting embroidery work, including cleaning and lubrication.

Chapter 2 Name and the way to use of each part

1. Name of each part

Identification and description of the main parts of the TLMX series embroidery machine.

2. How to use each part

Explanation of how to operate and use various components and controls of the embroidery machine.

2-1. Operation panel

Details on the functions and operation of the 17-inch and 6.5-inch specification operation panels.

3. Attachment

Description of different embroidery methods and attachments available for the machine.

3-1. Embroidery method

Overview of four different embroidery methods: Taping, Zigzag Swing Stitch, Coiling, and Tuck.

Chapter 4 To embroider

4. Decision of an embroidery design, Color Change Sequence

Guidance on selecting an embroidery design and managing color change sequences within the machine.

5. Decision of the design start position

How to check design size and settings, and adjust the frame to the correct start position.

6. Check items before embroidering

Essential checks before starting embroidery, including maximum speed settings and embroidery head status.

7. Embroidery starts

Instructions on how to start and stop the embroidery process, including frame back and completion procedures.

Chapter 5 Functions concerning LM head

1. Operation and setting of M-axis (bobbin)

Detailed procedures for operating and setting the M-axis, including manual rotation and origin return.

2. Operation and setting of Nipple

Instructions for operating and setting the nipple, including manual up/down movement and stroke adjustment.

3. Operation and setting for embroidering

Procedures for setting embroidery conditions, such as thread tension, zigzag swing stitch, and tuck embroidery.

Chapter 6 Functions concerning embroidery

1. To perform color change, to switch head

Manual operations for color change and switching between right and left heads on the embroidery machine.

2. To trim thread

Instructions for trimming thread manually and automatically using FM and LM heads.

3. To set the embroidery speed

How to limit and adjust embroidery speed based on stitch length and other parameters.

4. To stop the machine

Procedures for stopping the machine automatically based on preset values or when the needle gets stuck.

5. To change the direction and the size of the design

Using Data Conversion to perform enlargement, rotation, and reversion of embroidery designs.

6. To embroider the same design repeatedly

Setting up repeat patterns for horizontal and vertical repetition and automatic restarting after data set.

7. To adjust finishing of embroidering

Techniques for adjusting finishing elements like frame backlash, stitch length, and fine stitches.

8. To increase embroidering efficiency

Methods to improve embroidering efficiency, such as adjusting needle bar lowering and jump stitch combinations.

9. To edit design

Detailed instructions on editing design data, including modifying, inserting, and deleting stitches.

10. Setting and resetting of password

Procedures for changing, setting, and canceling the machine's password for security.

11. Other functions that must be remembered

Miscellaneous functions like checking stitch count, needle bar color, and software version.

Chapter 7 Functions concerning frame movement

1. To return the frame (Frame Back); to advance the frame (Frame Forward)

Operations for moving the frame backward or forward, including execution via operation panel or switches.

2. Necessary works after replacing the frame

Essential steps to perform after replacing the embroidery frame, such as changing the drive mode.

3. To return the frame to the original position

How to return the frame to its original position manually (Manual Offset) or automatically after manual travel.

4. To return the frame to the design start position

Manual and automatic methods to return the frame to the design start position, especially after stopping the machine.

5. To move the frame to the position registered

Setting and executing automatic frame movement at the start, middle, and end of embroidery (Automatic Offset).

6. To resister frame position

Registering the frame position (Table Offset Position) to facilitate easier threading.

Chapter 8 Function concerning storing and deleting of design

1. Design stored in the memory of the machine

Operations for managing designs stored in the machine's memory, including deleting, moving, and copying.

2. Design saved in USB memory

Procedures for deleting and sorting designs that are saved on a USB memory device.

Chapter 9 Setting for optional device

1. To make optional device available for use

Enabling the use of optional devices like Sequin Device, Lubrication System, Network, and Cording Device.

2. To set details of optional device

Detailed settings for optional devices, including Sequin Device III, Sequin Device IV, and other devices.

3. Functions concerning optional device

Information on functions related to optional devices, such as air compressor use and sequin data conversion.

Chapter 12 Appendix

2. Layout of electrical component, card

Diagrams showing the layout of electrical components and cards within the machine.

3. Function code

List of function codes that can be edited on the machine for various operations.

4. Electrical system diagram

Electrical system diagrams illustrating the connections for TLMX-mixed type and TLMX-triple mixed type.

5. Terminology

Glossary of terms used in the manual related to machine operation and embroidery.

TAJIMA TLMX Series Specifications

General

Series	TLMX
Brand	TAJIMA
Display	LCD Touch Screen
Number of Needles	9
Needle Count	9 to 12
Frame Type	tubular and cap frames
Connectivity	USB
Power Requirements	220V, 50/60Hz