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S-7200B
Basic Operation Manual
SINGLE NEEDLE DIRECT DRIVE STRAIGHT LOCK STITCHER
WITH THREAD TRIMMER
Please read this manual before using the machine.
Please keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference.
This basic operation manual describes basic
operations including sewing machine operations.
For cleaning, standard adjustments and more details,
please refer to the instruction manual contained in
the Document CD.
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Thank you very much for buying a BROTHER sewing machine. Before using your new machine, please read the safety instructions and the explanations given in the instruction manual. With industrial sewing machines, it is normal to carry out work while positioned directly in front of moving parts such as the needle and thread take-up, and consequently there is always a danger of injury that can be caused by these parts. Follow the instructions from training personnel and instructors regar
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS [1] Safety indications and their meanings This instruction manual and the indications and symbols that are used on the machine itself are provided in order to ensure safe operation of this machine and to prevent accidents and injury to yourself or other people. The meanings of these indications and symbols are given below. Indications The instructions which follow this term indicate situations where failure to follow the DANGER instructions may result in deat
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[2] Notes on safety DANGER Wait at least 5 minutes after turning off the power switch and disconnecting the power cord from the wall outlet before opening the face plate of the control box. Touching areas where high voltages are present can result in severe injury. CAUTION Environmental requirements Use the sewing machine in an area which is free The ambient temperature should be within the from sources of strong electrical noise such as range of 5 °C to 35 °C during use. elect
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CAUTION Sewing This sewing machine should only be used by Attach all safety devices before using the sewing operators who have received the necessary training machine. If the machine is used without these in safe use beforehand. devices attached, injury may result. Do not touch any of the moving parts or press any The sewing machine should not be used for any objects against the machine while sewing, as this applications other than sewing. may result in personal injury or dam
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[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 been removed or are difficult to read, please contact your nearest Brother dealer. 1 2 Be sure to connect the ground. If the ground connection is not 3 secure, you run a high risk of receiving a serious electric shock, Safety devices: and problems with correct operat
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CONTENTS 1. CONVENIENT FUNCTION FOR 4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING..... 13 SMOOTH SEWING ............................... 1 4-1. Installing the needle..........................................13 4-2. Removing the bobbin case ...............................13 2. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS ................ 2 4-3. Winding the lower thread..................................14 4-4. Installing the bobbin case .................................14 3. INSTALLATION.................................... 3
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1. CONVENIENT FUNCTION FOR SMOOTH SEWING 1. CONVENIENT FUNCTION FOR SMOOTH SEWING Lower thread counter Notification given when greasing is required INSTRUCTION MANUAL CD INSTRUCTION MANUAL CD 5-7. Using the lower thread counter 11-2. Applying grease The graphic display lights and a buzzer sounds before the bobbin thread runs 3163M out, so that the operator can concentrate on the job with confidence. Selectable starting speed The sewing speed at the sewing start can be
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2. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS 2. NAMES OF MAJOR PARTS 3630M (1) Bobbin winder (2) Thread wiper (-4[][] specifications) (3) Lifting lever (4) Quick reverse (Actuator) (5) Presser foot (6) Control box (7) Control box panel (8) Knee lifter assembly (9) Power switch (10) Oil gauge window (-[]0[], []3[] specifications) (11) Reverse lever (12) Stitch length dial (13) Machine pulley (14) Operation
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3. INSTALLATION 3. INSTALLATION CAUTION Machine installation should only be carried out by a Do not connect the power cord until installation is qualified technician. complete. The machine may operate if the treadle is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury. Contact your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician for any electrical work that may need to be done. Use both hands to hold the machine head when tilting it back or returning it to its original positi
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3. INSTALLATION 3-1. Table processing diagram The top of the table should be 40 mm in thickness and should be strong enough to hold the weight and with-stand the vibration of the sewing machine. Drill holes as indicated in the illustration below. Cotton stand hole Cord hole Head rest hole Control box mounting hole 2090M 3-2. Installation 1. Control box (1) Control box (2) Bolts [3 pcs] (3) Nuts [3 pcs] (4) Spring
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3. INSTALLATION 3. Power switch (1) Power switch (2) Screws [2 pcs] Operator 2092M 4. Oil pan (1) Head cushions (left) [2 pcs] (2) Head cushions (right) [2 pcs] (3) Oil pan 3632M 5. Rubber cushions (1) Rubber cushions [2 pcs] (2) Nails [4 pcs] 6. Knee lifter complying bar (3) Knee lifter complying bar 2094M S-7200B 5
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3. INSTALLATION 7. Machine head (1) Hinges [2 pcs] (2) Machine head (3) Head rest NOTE: Tap the head rest (3) securely into the table hole. If the head rest (3) is not pushed in as far as it will go, the machine head will not be sufficiently stable when it is tilted back. 3633M 8. Operation panel (Models with operation panel) (1) Operation panel (2) Screws [2 pcs] (Use for tightening rear cover) 3634M 9. Sticker (Remove) (1) Sticker
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3. INSTALLATION 11. Knee lifter plate (1) Knee lifter plate (2) Bolt * Loosen the bolt (3) and move the knee lifter plate (1) to a position where it is easy to use. 3637M 1. Turn the machine pulley so that the feed dog is below the top of the needle plate. 2. Lower the presser foot (5) by using the lifting lever (4). 3638M 3. Loosen the nut (6). 3644M 4. Turn the screw (8) to adjust so that the amount of play in the knee lifter (
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3. INSTALLATION 3-3. Lubrication (-[]0[],[]3[] specifications) * If the sewing machine is -[]5[] specifications, it is a complete dry type machine, and so no lubrication is necessary. CAUTION Do not connect the power cord until lubrication has been completed, otherwise the machine may operate if the treadle is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury. Be sure to wear protective goggles and gloves when handling the lubricating oil and grease, so that they do not get
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3. INSTALLATION 3-4. Connecting the cords DANGER Wait at least 5 minutes after turning off the power switch and disconnecting the power cord from the wall outlet before opening the face plate of the control box. Touching areas where high voltages are present can result in severe injury. CAUTION Contact your Brother dealer or a qualified electrician for any electrical work that may need to be done. Do not connect the power cord until all cords have been connected. The
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3. INSTALLATION (1) 7-pin head detector unit connector (2) 10-pin operating panel connector (Models with operation panel) (3) 14-pin encoder connector (4) 14-pin machine connector Refer to the following page for the 4-pin Push in securely until the tabs (5) engage. motor connector. 3131M 2. Binding the cords 3132M (1) Repeat cable tie (2) Wire clip NOTE: Bind the cords in such a way that the connector does not get pulled
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3. INSTALLATION 3. Other cords 2111M (1) 6-pin power supply connector (2) 4-pin motor connector (3) Wire clip (4) Power cord Insert the power cord plug (5) into a wall outlet. 1. Attach an appropriate plug to the power cord (4). (The green and yellow wire is the ground wire.) 2. Insert the plug into a properly-grounded AC power supply. NOTE: Do not use extension cords, otherwise ma
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3. INSTALLATION 3-5. Test operation (Operating the treadle) CAUTION Do not touch any of the moving parts or press any objects against the machine while sewing, as this may result in personal injury or damage to the machine. 2114M 1. Turning on the power Press the ON power switch (1). The power indicators (2) and (3) will illuminate. NOTE: When turning the power switch on for the first time The treadle and the operation panel will not operate fo
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4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING 4. PREPARATION BEFORE SEWING 4-1. Installing the needle CAUTION Turn off the power switch before installing the needle. The machine may operate if the treadle is depressed by mistake, which could result in injury. 1. Turn the machine pulley to move the needle bar to its highest position. 2. Loosen the screw (1). 3. Insert the needle (2) in a straight line as far as it will go, making sure that the long groove on the needle is at the left, and the
