Butterfly B1501B/T Operation And Service Manual

Butterfly Embroidery Machine

B1501B/T Single-Head 15 Needle

Operation and Service Manual

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P a g e | 2 Butterfly B1501B/T - Single Head 15 Needle Embroidery Machine Manual

© 2020 TheEmbroideryWarehouse

PO BOX 11977

Fort Worth, Texas

All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced, transmitted, or viewed in any form or by any means without permission in writing by its publisher.

Version 1.51

Last Revision – 10/30/2020


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Table of Contents .......................................................................................................................................... 3

About this document .................................................................................................................................... 6

1 General Information ............................................................................................................................. 7

1.1 About the Machine ....................................................................................................................... 7

1.2 Compatible Design Formats .......................................................................................................... 7

1.3 Type of Embroidery Applications .................................................................................................. 7

1.4 Warranty and return policy .......................................................................................................... 8

1.5 Contact and technical information ............................................................................................... 9

2 Setting up your equipment ................................................................................................................. 11

2.1 Included with your equipment ................................................................................................... 11

2.2 Getting to know your machine ................................................................................................... 12

2.2.1 Front View ........................................................................................................................... 12

2.2.2 Control Panel ....................................................................................................................... 12

2.2.3 Left View ............................................................................................................................. 13

2.2.4 Right View ........................................................................................................................... 13

2.3 Out of the crate setup ................................................................................................................. 14

2.3.1 Unboxing ............................................................................................................................. 14

2.3.2 Setting up stand (Complete) ............................................................................................... 14

2.3.3 Setting up stand (Using Table Top) ..................................................................................... 14

2.3.4 Placing machine on stand (Without Table Top) .................................................................. 14

2.4 Setting up thread rack tree ......................................................................................................... 15

2.5 Setting up threading tubes ......................................................................................................... 16

2.6 Setting the spools ........................................................................................................................ 17

2.7 Threading and tensions of your machine ................................................................................... 18

2.8 Setting Upper Thread .................................................................................................................. 19

2.8.1 Upper Thread Threading ..................................................................................................... 19

2.8.2 Upper Thread Tension ........................................................................................................ 21

2.9 Setting Bobbin ............................................................................................................................. 23

2.9.1 Bobbin Thread Threading.................................................................................................... 23


2.9.2 Bobbin Thread Tensions ...................................................................................................... 24

2.10 Needles ....................................................................................................................................... 26

2.10.1 Recommended Needles ...................................................................................................... 26

2.10.2 Changing or Replacing Needles ........................................................................................... 26

3 Hooping ............................................................................................................................................... 29

3.1 Setting up the tubular arms ........................................................................................................ 29

3.2 Hooping a tubular hoop .............................................................................................................. 30

4 Using the Control Panel ...................................................................................................................... 32

4.1 About the control panel .............................................................................................................. 32

4.2 Basic Control Panel Operations................................................................................................... 33

4.2.1 Load design from USB / Memory stick ................................................................................ 33

4.2.2 Load design from memory (internal memory) ................................................................... 33

4.2.3 Color Changes ..................................................................................................................... 33

4.2.4 Changing Orientation of Design .......................................................................................... 33

4.2.5 Centering and Tracing ......................................................................................................... 34

5 Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................... 36

5.1 Oiling ........................................................................................................................................... 36

5.1.1 Oil Point Breakdown ........................................................................................................... 37

5.1.2 Oil and Lubrication Videos .................................................................................................. 38

5.2 Timing and Synchronization Points ............................................................................................. 38

5.3 Electronics Specs ......................................................................................................................... 38

6 Glossary ............................................................................................................................................... 39

6.1 Glossary ....................................................................................................................................... 39

7 Frequently Asked Questions ............................................................................................................... 41

7.1 FAQS ............................................................................................................................................ 41

8 Specifications ...................................................................................................................................... 42

8.1 Machine specifications................................................................................................................ 42

9 Troubleshooting and Technical Support ............................................................................................. 43

9.1 Technical Support ....................................................................................................................... 43

9.2 Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................... 43

9.3 Error Codes ................................................................................................................................. 44

10 Pictures ........................................................................................................................................... 46

10.1 Pictures & Videos ........................................................................................................................ 46


11 Part Book ......................................................................................................................................... 47

11.1 Parts Book ................................................................................................................................... 47

11.1.1 Frame and Table Components ............................................................................................ 49

11.1.2 Rotary Hook Box.................................................................................................................. 52

11.1.3 Thread Cut Components ..................................................................................................... 55

11.1.4 Machine Head ..................................................................................................................... 58

11.1.5 Needle Bar Drive Components ............................................................................................ 61

11.1.6 Upper Thread Holder .......................................................................................................... 63

11.1.7 Color Change System .......................................................................................................... 66

11.1.8 Needle Bar Bracket (1) ........................................................................................................ 68

11.1.9 Needle Bar Bracket (2) ........................................................................................................ 70

11.1.10 X-Axis Drive Components ................................................................................................ 72

11.1.11 Y-Axis Drive System ......................................................................................................... 75

11.1.12 Tension Base ................................................................................................................... 78

11.1.13 Automatic Winding Components .................................................................................... 80

11.1.14 Electrical Control Components ....................................................................................... 82

11.1.15 Operating Plate ............................................................................................................... 84

11.1.16 Cap Drive Components ................................................................................................... 86

11.1.17 Cap Base Components .................................................................................................... 88

11.1.18 Cap Frame ....................................................................................................................... 90

11.1.19 Thread Support ............................................................................................................... 92

11.1.20 Embroidery Frame .......................................................................................................... 94


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BOUT THIS DOCUMENT

This document is to be used as a reference user’s manual for the Butterfly B1501B/T – Single

Head 15 Needle Embroidery Machine.

We highly encourage you to completely review the entire contents of this manual before setting up or using your embroidery machine.

To download a copy of this manual at any time, please go to: http://www.ButterFlyEmb.com/Butterfly_Embroidery_Machine_Manual.pdf


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1.1

A BOUT THE M ACHINE

The Butterfly B1501B/T is a single head (single station) embroidery machine with 15 needles

(colors). This allows the user to embroider up to one garment at one time with one needle at a time.

The machine automatically color changes (as indicated or preprogrammed by the embroidery machine design). A color change is in essence selecting a different needle with a different color thread in the needle. The machine has a USB port (memory stick) that reads several different embroidery formats.

The user manually loads the pre-digitized designs into the machine off of the USB port and/or the network when applicable.

1.2

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OMPATIBLE

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ESIGN

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ORMATS

The Butterfly machine work with the following design formats all saved on a standard USB flash

(thumb or memory) drive. Instruction on how to save to these formats can be found in your software user manual. If you do not have software that will write to one of the compatible formats, please go to http://www.Threadses.com

to download Threads - Free Digitizing / Editing Embroidery Software.



DST (Tajima Format)



EXP (Melco DOS Format)

1.3

T YPE OF E MBROIDERY A PPLICATIONS

The Butterfly machine is comparable with most all of the major industrial (commercial) embroidery machines. Some embroidery equipment may or may not have special equipment attached to offer additional types of embroidery. The following general list includes several applications where the Butterfly Embroidery Machine might be used. Typically to change from one type of embroidery setting to the next requires the operator to manually change out adapters.

This general list includes but is not limited to:

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Flat Embroidery Work o Flat embroidery work typically includes works done when the embroidery machine tabletop (removable on the Butterfly) is left on the machine. This refers to anything typically flat in nature or design such as


 Drapery

 Table Cloths

 Aprons

 Yard goods (yard referring to a measurement of fabric/material)

 Etc.

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Tubular Embroidery Work o Tubular Embroidery Work typically refers work that is done with the removable tabletop removed from the machine. This allows for the embroidery work to be draped down from the machine hanging from the embroidery hoop. Tubular is currently the most popular form because it makes hooping and embroidering shirts much easier. Hooping a Tubular Frame is general much less time consuming and easier than hooping with other types of hoops or frames.

 T-Shirt

 Polos

 Pillow Cases

 Bags

 Back of Hats

 Etc.

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Cap (270 degree) Embroidery o Cap embroidery refers to embroidery done directly on a baseball style cap/hat

 Baseball Caps

 Etc.

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ARRANTY AND RETURN POLICY

Below is a summary of our warranty and return policy. We highly recommend you to read the full warranty and return policy document.

Our warranty covers up to 5 years on all non-consumable parts and electronics one the Butterfly

Embroidery Machine. Our warranty does not cover misuse or user damages. To redeem warranty repairs or service, the device must be sent back to our corporate office. Labor is covered for one year via phone support, web support (email, webcam, chat, etc.) and in-house (OUR HEADQUARTERS). Labor warranty is automatically voided if the machine is worked on by non-authorized or non-approved parties.

Returns may be accepted for up to 5 days after receiving the equipment. The equipment must be returned in its original packing, undamaged. Refund will be issued upon returning the device minus

ALL shipping costs. A restocking fee typically always applies.


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ONTACT AND TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Corporate office:

2954 SE Loop 820

Fort Worth, Texas

76140 / USA

+1-817-346-7691 http://www.ButterFlyEmb.com

Mailing:

PO BOX 11977

Fort Worth, Texas

76110 / USA

Parts and Accessories: http://www.EmbAccess.com

Electronics Repairs and servicing: http://www.PLRElectronics.com


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ETTING UP YOUR EQUIPMENT

2.1

I NCLUDED WITH YOUR EQUIPMENT

Included in a standard purchase of the B1501B/T embroidery machine typically includes***:

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Power Cable

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Standard Tool kit with the following o Scissors o Tweezers o Threading Rod o Oil Can o Philips Screw Driver o Flat Screw Driver o USB Memory Stick o Basic Parts o Etc.

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Single Head Stand

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Removable Table Top

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Light (typically attached to the machine)

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Border Sash

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Stand (cart)

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Table top

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Cap System

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Tubular System

*** The above list may contain items not included with your particular machine. It is highly recommend getting a complete list from your sales representative. The above list is only a generalization.


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ETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE

2.2.1

Front View

Butterfly B1501B/T

Embroidery Machine – Front view of our Single head 15 needle embroidery machine, shown in Figure 2-1. The machine assembled on the cart/stand. This example is with the tubular hoop attachment installed and the removable table removed.

Figure 2-1: Front view of Butterfly B1501 B/T

2.2.2

Control Panel

Control panel – The control panel is where the entire machine is controlled, shown in

Figure 2-2. This includes your

Stop, Start, Emergency Stop and Power button at the bottom of the machine. On the right side of the machine is the

USB port for inserting a USB memory stick for inputting designs into the machine. The

Speed Up and Speed Down button are used to control the embroidery speeds of the

Figure 2-2: Control Panel machine during operation. The recommended speed to run the machine is between 600 – 800 stitches per minute. The same buttons also double as back and forward buttons for the menu, etc.


2.2.3

Left View

Head Left Side – View looking to the left side of the embroidery machine, shown in

Figure 2-3. Various motors are shown on the left side of the machine. The wiper motor control the wipers which grab the embroidery thread after the thread is cut. The reciprocator motor is what controls the arm which grabs the needle bar and moves it up and down.

Figure 2-3: Left Side of Head

2.2.4

Right View

Head Right side – View looking to the right side of the embroidery machine, shown in

Figure 2-4. The color change where is used to move the head to the left or to the right

(to different needles). The timing sight is a glass window you can view the timing numbers through (for setting machine parameters during maintenance). The timing wheel moves the needle bar through its cycles from 0 to 360

Figure 2-4: Right side of head degrees. The laser light is used to highlight the needle plate hole or, the point at which the embroidery machine needle makes penetration.


2.3

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UT OF THE CRATE SETUP

If your equipment has been shipped to you in a crate then there are certain steps you will need to take to uncrate and setup. The steps may vary from machine to machine and crate to crate.

2.3.1

Unboxing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBxDQSOzCcs&t=17s

2.3.2

Setting up stand (Complete) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kt5vlsOifEE&t=212s

2.3.3

Setting up stand (Using Table Top) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kwj06xFSeKU

2.3.4

Placing machine on stand (Without Table Top) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPa10_AF5Cs


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ETTING UP THREAD RACK TREE

Assembly of the Thread Rack (also known as the Threading Tree) – See Figure

2-5. The thread rack is the part of the machine which includes the first set of tension knobs. The primary function of the thread rack is to smoothly unwind thread off of the spool of thread.

Step 1 – Screw Thread Stand

Shafts (2 pcs) in by hand into threaded holes A and B on the Thread Stand.

Step 2 – Tighten thread shafts using the flat adjustor C on each shaft with a wrench.

Step 3- Place the Thread Rack/Tree onto thread stand shafts with the knobs of the thread rack facing towards the head

(front most part of the machine)

Step 4 – Tighten Allen screws on top of the thread rack.

Figure 2-5: Thread Rack


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ETTING UP THREADING TUBES

Assembly of the threading tubes.

– See Figure 2-6. The primary functions of the thread tubes are to keep the threads from raveling together under wind, etc.

Step 1 – Insert a Thread Tube Joint (end of a Thread Tube) into the top U-SLOT. Start by inserting one end of one tube in U-Slot

A1. A1 is located on the Thread Rack.

Step 2 – Insert the other end of the

Thread Tube into A2. A2 is located on the machine head, on the Tension Knob Base.

Step 3- Proceed by installing each thread tube in the same manner.

Figure 2-6: Threading Tubes


2.6

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ETTING THE SPOOLS

The Butterfly B1501B/T is a

15-color machine meaning it can hold up to 15 different spools of thread.

Generally, most users will use 15 different colors of thread designating at least 6 of the colors for basics such as white, black, red, blue, green, yellow, etc. There are various brands and types of threads. The most common types are Rayon and

Polyester . Rayon is a softer but weaker thread. Typically, polyester

(or “poly”) is recommended due to its strength which also reduces thread breaks.

Step A – Begin by placing 15 spools of thread on the thread stand. Refer to

Figure 2-7.

Step B – Take the first spool (1) thread and pass it through eyelet ‘2’ in the image followed by ‘3’ then ‘4’.

Step C – Take the second spool (5) thread and pass it through eyelet ‘6’ in the image followed by ‘7’.

Step D - Take the third spool thread

(8) and pass it through eyelet ‘9’ in the image

Figure 2-7: Thread Stand and Spools

Step E – Continue with the next spool in sequence (to the right of spool 1). Continue till the entire thread rack is threaded.

You can choose to thread the tension knob while threading the thread rack or, wait till the entire thread rack is threaded and then thread the rest of the machine (proceeding pages).

Image 1 - Threading


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HREADING AND TENSIONS OF YOUR MACHINE

Be sure you have already completed the previous sections before proceeding. Proper threading and tensions of your embroidery machine are essential to production, thread breaks, and final embroidery quality. Without properly threading your machine and setting the correct tensions per spool, needle and bobbin, your machine may not run. It is very important that the threading tracks and tensions are constantly checked.


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2.8.1

Upper Thread Threading

The upper thread refers to the thread that is seen on the top of the embroidered item.

The upper threading track is shown in Figure 2-8. An upper thread break typically refers to when the current spool of thread that is embroidering has broken.

Upper thread is also physically located at the top of the machine whereas the lower thread

(bobbin) is located towards the bottom. Upper thread is the common spool of thread used to embroidery designs.

Video - https://www.youtube.com/watc h?v=DvGlU2_-yLo

Refer to Figure 2-9 to thread.

Step A – First complete the section “Setting the threads”.

Figure 2-8: Upper Threading Track

Step 1 – Insert the first thread into the eyelet of the pretension knob. The pretension knob is the one at the very top of the machine and is the first tension knob the thread passes through

Step 2 – Place the thread in between the 2 disks of the pretension knob going to the right.

Step 3 – Detach the top of the thread tube and place thread through U-Slot

Step 4/5/6 – For this step you will need the threading rod . The Threading Rod is a narrow piece of plastic approximately 2 feet long about the width of a pencil tip that comes with the standard tool kit.

If you do not have a threading rod, you can also use a guitar string or anything similar. On the end of the threading rod, there is a cut out notch. Insert the threading rod from the bottom of the threading tube, notch end first. Pass the threading rod through the entire threading tube until the notched end comes out. Attach the thread to the notch and (5) pull the other end of the threading rod back out of the threading tube so that the thread is completely through the tube. (6) Attach both ends of the threading tube back onto the machine.


Step 7 – Pass the thread under the thread guide. The thread guide is a piece of metal loosely attached to the machine by a screw and spring. The function of the thread guide is to unravel threads that might still be raveled and to keep threads going straight in their designated paths.

Step 8 – Pass the thread through the main tension knob in the same manner as it goes through the pretension knob

Step 9 – Place thread to the left of the guide rod

Step 10 – Pass the thread thru the next guide hook directly under the tension side. Below this guide hook is a rotary wheel.

Figure 2-9: Thread direction

The rotary, or Thread Break wheel, is used to detect thread breaks. If your machine is giving false thread breaks, first check that this wheel is properly threaded. If this wheel is properly threaded, check the entire thread track for any mis-threading.

Step 11 – Place the thread to the left and then under the guide pin located directly to the left of the rotary wheel. Then bring the thread back over the top of the wheel and then to the right, and the back down and to the left of the next thread guide pin.

Step 12 – Bring the thread down and place thread under the next thread guide.

Step 13 – Open the head case cover. To the right of the machine behind the cover, on the head, there is a lever that goes up and down. Push the lever down as far as it goes. When you do, you will see several (12) small wires/springs. These are known as the Check Springs .

Step 14 – Place the thread to the right of the right most cylinder rod where check springs come out of when the check spring lever is pressed down. Place the thread through the check spring eyelet from the right to the left. Bring the thread back up to the left of the leftmost rod corresponding to the current thread you are threading. Move the lever so that the checks springs go back up all the way and then bring it back down about 1mm to give the springs a little bit more spring than if they were all the way up. Not placing the check springs in the correct position will cause trimming problems and problems when changing colors.

Step 15 – Bring the thread back up about 3 inches into the take up lever eyelet.


Step 16 – Bring the thread back down, past the check spring to the bottom of the head and through the last thread guide/eyelet

Step 17 - Place the thread through the needle eye from the front to the back. It is recommended that you cut the thread at a 45 degree angle to give it a point. Once you cut the thread, use your fingers to straighten out the end. Hold the thread with your index and thumb leaving about 1 –

1 ½ inches out keeping the thread at straight as possible as you pass it through the needle. Once thru the needle, pass it through the needle bar hole.

Step 18 – Place the thread in between the long spring at the bottom of the machine. There is no need to wrap it in the spring and it is recommended placing it into the spring gently without much tension. The spring is only used to temporarily hold the thread. Cut the thread at the end leaving about

1/3 inch extra. thread.

Step B – Continue with the next spool of thread, threading in the same manner as the previous

Further examples are shown on the next page.

2.8.2

Upper Thread Tension

The upper thread tension refers to how tense or tight the thread feels when you pull it through the very last thread guide eyelet when the thread is properly threaded. There are many metrics for measuring this. However, the final metric usually just depends on what the final embroidery looks like.

Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUhrdECHOWI

Upper thread tension is completely different between one cone and the next and the tensions change as the thread is used. Therefore, the tensions must constantly be checked. Because the

B1501B/T has 15 needles and only one bobbin, it is always best to preset the bobbin tensions (next section) first and then change the upper threads to conform to the bobbin tension. In other words, once the bobbin is set, it should not be adjusted much. Each time the bobbin is changed, it may need to be set again. The operator should always recheck bobbin tensions when changing the bobbin (next section).

When pulling the upper thread from the final thread guide eyelet hole (NOT through the needle), the tension on the thread should feel about the same as if the other end of the thread was tied to 3 US Quarters ($0.75), being dragged across a smooth surface. Generally you should start with tightening both tension knobs at about 50% and then slowly adjusting from there. Once everything is set, you should only adjust with the second tension knob located on the tension base. Minor adjustments during and after embroidery will be required and should only be done with this second knob.

When the machine is embroidering (assuming the bobbin tension is set) you can visually tell if the tensions are set or need adjusting. It is common (and required) to make minor adjustments often. If the thread appears to be loopy then the tension knob needs to be tightened. Typically it takes about ½ turn to make even a slight difference. If the thread appears too tight and/or there are a lot of thread

P a g e | 22 Butterfly B1501B/T - Single Head 15 Needle Embroidery Machine Manual breaks, then the tensions need to be loosened. It is recommended during the first run of a design to slow the machine speed down as slow as possible and make minor adjustments to the tension while slowly speeding the machine up until the tensions are correct. If bobbin thread is coming up on the top of the embroidery then the upper thread may be too tight assuming the bobbin is set correctly. If the bobbin is not set correctly, then the bobbin might be too loose.

There are several other ways to test tensions. One is referred to as the ‘H’ or ‘I’ or ‘Column’ test. In this test, once the embroidery is completed, look underneath the embroidered item. Columns of embroidery such as the column of an ‘I’ should be 1/3 bobbin with 1/3 thread on each sides of the bobbin.

If the bobbin is correctly set o Too much bobbin (more than 1/3 of the column)? – Loosen upper thread o Too little bobbin (less than 1/3 of the column)? – Tighten upper thread

If the bobbin is not set o Too much bobbin (more than 1/3 of the column)? – Tighten bobbin o Too little bobbin (less than 1/3 of the column)? – Loosen bobbin


2.9

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ETTING

B

OBBIN

2.9.1

Bobbin Thread Threading

The B1501B/T uses style ‘L’ bobbins and bobbin cases which are also known as Standard Bobbins. We recommend using pre-wound polyester bobbins with cardboard sides. The bobbin is located inside the bobbin case and is near the bottom of the machine under the needle plate.

Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PvE

MWFMaEoY

The bobbin should be cleaned and replaced regularly to ensure proper tensions. Lint typically clogs the bobbin case which will produce variations in tensions and poor embroidery quality. It’s a good indication that it’s time to replace the bobbin case if the bobbin pulls out of the bobbin case rough after the case has been cleaned. Because bobbin cases are so inexpensive, it is recommended to purchase new ones rather than replace or

Figure 2-10: Bobbin view repair used ones.

To remove the bobbin case from the hook of the machine, pull the bobbin case handle while extracting the case.

When inserting the bobbin case back into the hook, make sure that the handle is pointing straight to the right. Do not pull the handle when inserting the case back into the hook.

To thread your bobbin into the bobbin case, follow the following steps.

Step 1 – Insert the style ‘L’ pre-wound standard cardboard sided bobbin into the bobbin case.

Figure 2-11: Bobbin direction

Step 2 – Insert the bobbin thread into the slot/notch on the side of the metal bobbin case.


Step 2/B – When pulling the bobbin thread through the notch, the bobbin should spin clockwise when looking at the side/top of the bobbin. If it is not spinning clockwise, remove the bobbin and flip it over. notch.

Step 3 – Pull the bobbin thread through the notch and under the hook located right by the

Step 4 – Place the thread under the pig tail of the bobbin case. Be sure that the bobbin thread passes from the bottom opening of the pig tail and exits for the very top and not from the side of the pigtail.

Step 5 – Pull the bobbin thread out about 6 inches while checking tensions (next section).

Adjust if needed.

Step 5/B – Always check tensions on the bobbin when replacing it. The bobbin lasts approximately 32,000 stitches. Bobbin tensions might vary from bobbin to bobbin and the tension does change as the bobbin is used.

2.9.2

Bobbin Thread Tensions

The bobbin thread tension is typically considered much more important that the upper thread tension because all 12-15 needles depend on the tensions of the bobbin in order to embroidery properly. It is important to set the bobbin tensions one time and try not to adjust it per color but rather adjust each other color/needle to conform to the bobbin.

The bobbin tensions might need to be changed when replacing the bobbin and should be checked regardless.

The operator should check the tensions of the bobbin after each run by looking at the bobbin of the final embroidery product for excess or shortage of bobbin thread. Generally, on a column stitch 1/3 of the column should be bobbin thread and the other 2/3 upper thread.

Figure 2-12: Bobbin tension adjustment

Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j7L9R22FuNw

An adjuster screw is located on the tension spring. Next to the adjuster screw is a fixed screw that holds down the tension spring. This fixed screw should never be touched. Tightening (turning clockwise) will tighten the tension of the bobbin. When tightening the bobbin, less bobbin thread will show underneath the final embroidered item. Loosening (turning counterclockwise) will lessen the bobbin tension. When loosening the bobbin, more bobbin thread will show underneath the final embroidered item. The bobbin tension should be set about the same at the upper thread tension. The same example of the 3 quarters ($0.75) can be applied. Another way to check tension is to hold the bobbin thread and drop the bobbin case. The case should fall approximately 1 – 3 inches. If it falls too far, the tensions need to be tightened. If it falls too short, tensions will need to be loosened. However, that is only an example and tensions will variate from bobbin to bobbin and from bobbin case to bobbin case. The only way to set the tension accurately is by eye, based on the final embroidery quality.


*Note - If you are using a bobbin case tension gauge the approximate setting should be between 25-35 grams


2.10

N

EEDLES

2.10.1

Recommended Needles

The standard needle to use on the Butterfly Embroidery Machine is a 75/11. Different needles may be recommended for different applications, such as leather work or silk, however generally we always recommend 75/11

Changing out needle sizes MAY require hook timing changes.

There is a lot to know about needles. We recommend the reader study all about needles before proceeding. There is a good article at - http://wiki.embroiderymachine.com/index.php/Embroidery_needles

2.10.2

Changing or Replacing Needles

When a needle breaks, it is required that you find the broken pieces. If not, the broken shards can scratch your hook or even lock up the machine entirely. If you cannot find the missing pieces, it is recommend blowing the entire hook area off with compressed air, in attempts to blow and other pieces away.

Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1X-O4-0J0xY

Once you have cleansed the area of any broke needles, the next step it to remove the broken needle. To change out a broken needle, locate the screw above the needle. Slightly loosen this screw until the needle can be pulled down. DO NOT loosen this screw too much or the entire needle bar assembly will come apart. Replace the broke needle with a same sized needle. Ensure that the SCARF of the needle is towards the back and that the eye of the needle is straight through. You must also ensure that the lint hole is clean and the needle goes all the way through. If the scarf it not towards the back, the machine will not run. Likewise, if the eye of the needle is not perfectly straight, you might have issues.


Figure 2-13: Replacing a needle




3 H

OOPING

3.1

S ETTING UP THE TUBULAR ARMS

The tubular arms are what hold the tubular hoops onto the machine. The tubular arms attach to the machine onto the pantograph . The tubular setup is the most common type of embroidery used on these types of machines. The tubular system utilizes the tubular hoops. The tubular system is most common because it’s a much quicker and easier way to hoop.

To use the tubular system, you will need to first install the tubular arms if they have not already been installed. To install the tubular arms, start by sliding the left tubular arm into the pantograph into one the slots on the left side of the pantograph (1). There are several slots on the pantograph for different size of hoops. It does not matter which slots are uses as long as the hoop

Figure 3-1: View of tubular arm system will fit once both arms have been installed. (2) Slightly tighten the 2 screws on the tubular arm, onto the pantograph. The next step will be to select the hoop size you would like to use (3). Many embroidery machines such as the Butterfly will accept large, medium and small hoops. Large hoops are overall larger from the far left tab to the far right tab where as small hoops are smaller from one tab to the next. On standard size hoops (which might be 9cm, 12cm, 15cm, 18cm, etc) the length from one tab end to the next is 360mm. Once you select the hoop size, measure the hoop from tab to tab. Next install the right tubular arm (4) in the slots on the pantograph the same distance away from each other as the length of the hoop. Slightly tighten (5) the 2 screws on the tubular arm. It is recommended that you then place the hoop into the tubular arms to ensure it fits correctly and that the arms are not at an angle. On each of the tubular tabs, there are sides that have beveled ends. These beveled ends slide into the tubular arm springs at a 30 – 45 degree angle. Place the hoop into the tubular arms under the tubular arm springs. It is not necessary to have anything hooped into the hoop at this time. Check that the arms are not angled and then tighten the 4 tubular arm screws (2) & (5).


3.2

H

OOPING A TUBULAR HOOP

Tubular hoops are the most common type of hoops used in commercial embroidery machines.

They are very easy to hoop compared to the alternatives and are ideal for embroidery on assembled goods such as shirts, etc.

Embroidery on unassembled goods

(raw fabric) is typically best done with other types of hoop systems but most all embroidery done commercially will be on assembled garments. There are many guides available on the internet and in other embroidery training manuals that explain the best way to hoop certain items depending on sizes, sex, type, etc. of the garments. This manual will not get into the techniques and it is recommended

Figure 3-2: Example of tubular hoop that the operator search on the internet for further training. However, when using a tubular hoop as shown the outer ring (piece without the metal tabs) goes inside or under the garment. For example, on a t-shirt the outer ring will go inside the shirt around the area that is to be embroidered. Backing or Stabilizer is then place on top of the outer right in between the garment. The top part of the hoop is then place on top of the garment, inside the outer ring. The top part of the hoop includes the beveled tabs. The beveled part of the tab will always be on top. The garment should be hooped so that the final embroidery imaged is parallel with the beveled tabs.




4 U

SING THE

C

ONTROL

P

ANEL

4.1

A BOUT THE CONTROL PANEL

The control panel for the Butterfly Embroidery Machine is relatively easy to use. The control panel has a lot of uses that on a normal basis will never be used. We recommend that you become familiar with all the buttons and features but, you can also refer to the Cheat Sheet to find all you need to operate the control panel. Please refer below to the general layout of the control panel.

Figure 4-1: Butterfly touch screen control panel


4.2

B

ASIC

C

ONTROL

P

ANEL

O

PERATIONS

Generally, there are very few operations needed to run the Butterfly embroidery machine. We will simplify the learning process by only showing the Basic operations on the control panel in this section and show further advanced (but rarely used) operation on another section.

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

4.2.1

Load design from USB / Memory stick

The first step to embroidering a design is to load it into the Butterfly control panel. You will need to save your design from your PC onto a memory stick. The standard format is the Tajima DST format. Please refer to your software manual on how to save the designs as DST.

Once the design is saved onto the stick:

Insert USB in 1 of the 2 ports on right side of the display. Wait for a beep.

On screen 1, press the yellow flower button to access USB memory.

Select your desired design

Press check mark on dialogue box.

Enter design name using number pad.

Press check mark to transfer design to machine memory. Wait for a beep.

4.2.2

Load design from memory (internal memory)

Once the design is loaded off the USB stick (see previous tutorial) and on the Butterfly internal memory, then it can be loaded to embroider.

1.

2.

On screen 1, select desired design off machine memory. 8 are displayed at a time.

Use arrow buttons to change to the next design page if not on page 1.

3.

Once desired design is highlighted, it has been loaded from machine's memory.

4.2.3

Color Changes

Once the design is confirmed you can program color changes.

1.

2.

On screen 3, colors are displayed in descending order by which they are stitched.

Colors are assigned a number that correspond to the thread colors on thread tree.

3.

Press desired number to assign a needle. Once selected, it will automatically move to the next color in sequence.

4.

Repeat until all required needles have been assigned.

4.2.4

Changing Orientation of Design

You can change the orientation, (mirror/rotate) by performing the following.

1.

2.

On screen 2, locate the “P” button.

Press the button to change to desired orientation.


4.2.5

Centering and Tracing

You can center and then trace the design by performing the following.

1.

2.

3.

4.

On screen 4, use arrow buttons to move design to desired position in hoop.

Press the arrow button in the center to change movement speed.

Once in desired position, press yellow button with magnifying glass.

You can trace design using either one of two buttons

5.

The trace button with a needle and dotted box will trace a box around the design giving you the general area where the design will be.

6.

The trace button with a needle and dotted circle will trace around the edge of your design giving you an exact area of where the design will be.

7.

Once traced, use the arrow buttons to move design to desired location.




5 M

AINTENANCE

5.1

O ILING

To ensure your Butterfly Embroidery Machine lasts a long and healthy life, it is recommended to oil the machine when required.

Although it is recommend oiling the machine, it is highly discouraged to over oil the machine as the oil can accumulate over electronics, the garments, and other parts that are not designed to be oiled. It is also not recommended to oil parts not specified in this guide. Standard sewing or embroidery machine oil should be used. It is recommended to oil the machine after each shift to give the oil time to settle. When starting the machine at the next shift for the first time, it is recommended to sew a sample run and to sew each run using Solvy. Solvy helps to catch any excess oil from dripping on and staining the garments.

Figure 5-1: Needle bar oil locations

A) – Needle bars – Once every (20) hours of embroidery. Oil each bar through the opening. Do not place more than one drop per bar per 8-hour shift. There is a felt piece inside that head that absorbs the oil and lubricates the shafts.

Figure 5-2: Rotary hook oil location

B) – Rotary Hook – Once every (4) hours of embroidery. It is recommended to oil the hook once at the beginning of the day and then once each (4) hours after. The oil point of the hook

(basket that holds the bobbin case) is at the very top of the hook directly under the needle plate. It is not necessary to remove the needle plate if the oiler has a stray. The oil goes between the inner basket that stays stationary and the outer part that spins during embroidery. You will see the hook point at the bottom. Turn the hand-wheel on the right side of machine to move the hook

P a g e | 37 Butterfly B1501B/T - Single Head 15 Needle Embroidery Machine Manual point to the 10 o'clock position. This will place the top of the raceway at about 9o'clock. Place one drop at top of race at side of basket. Next, press the stop button. This will cycle the machine to a proper head up position.

Do not place more than one drop per needle bar per 8-hour shift. It is recommended to remove the bobbin case when oiling and run a few trims without the bobbin in the case to circulate the oil. If your embroidery machine start to make a constant clicking sound it is usually due to a lack of oil on the hook.

C) – Upper Head Assembly (Reciprocator Shaft) - Once every (16 - 32) Hours of embroidery. The Reciprocator shaft is what the reciprocator rides up and down on.

The shaft is not easily accessible directly from the front of the machine so, you must access it from the sides through troughs on the head. To access these troughs, either move the head all the way to needle number 1 or to needle number 12. If you are on needle number 1, the trough will be accessible from the right side of the head. If you are needle number

12, the trough will be accessible from the left of the head. A couple drops should fill the trough. Move the head to the opposite and place a couple more drops on that opposite side.

D) – Oil Stickers – As indicated on the sticker. There are several oiling stickers/holes noted on the machine.

These oiling points should be oil as often and as much as noted on the stickers.

Figure 5-4: Reciprocator shaft oil location

5.1.1

Oil Point Breakdown

Figure 5-3: Main shaft oil location

A) – One drop once every (20) Hours of embroidery

B) – One Drop once every (4) Hours of embroidery

C) – One to two drops on each size once every (16 - 32) Hours of embroidery

D) – As indicated on sticker


5.1.2

Oil and Lubrication Videos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UwXsoL9htPw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mPhqEmWcV8E

5.2

T IMING AND S YNCHRONIZATION P OINTS

There are several important timing points on your Butterfly Embroidery Machine. Remember when working with your machine; be sure to disconnect it from the power source while turned off.

Needle Depth – The needle depth is set at 180 degrees using a scratch gauge

Video -

Video -

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bdD4_2K3UXE

Hook Timing – The Hook Timing is set at 200 degree https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iWRrzCqGK3g

Stop Position – The Hook Timing is set at 100 degree

Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxaBwvfVRak&lc=z13hijzw1wy2dblze04cgphj0tieudlrooc0k

5.3

E LECTRONICS S PECS

The Butterfly embroidery machine is designed to work with either 110/220. In the United States we always provide a standard 110 cable which, is designed to plug into your standard 110 outlet. Power protection, such as surge protectors, are highly recommended.


6 G

LOSSARY

6.1

G LOSSARY

Backing – Foundation used to stabilize and keep garment flat. Most backings are paper like.

Bobbin – Thread used to tie a knot under the embroidery garment which holds down the upper thread

Bobbin Case – Holds the bobbin

Check Springs – Spring used in threading track which removes whiplash during embroidery

Consumables – Consumables are parts used on the machine such as hooks, needles, and bobbin cases, etc. that are to be replaced on a regular basis of normal operation.

Digitized(ing) – Digitizing (in embroidery) is the act of converting a logo, design, symbol, etc. into an embroidery file readable by embroidery machines and software. A digitized design is one that has all stitches, color changes, trims, etc. programmed in so that the embroidery machine.

Hook – Part which ties thread onto the bobbin and makes the embroidery stitch

Non-consumables –Non-consumables are parts that are not designed to be replaced on a general basis such as motors, shafts, etc.

Pantograph – Device on machine that moves hoop in the X and Y direction (left, right, up and down)

Polyester – Type of textile. In embroidery machines, its typically a stronger thread type than Rayon

Pre-digitized – A design that has already been digitized.

Rayon - Type of textile. In embroidery machines, its typically a stronger thread type than

Polyester

Solvy – A plastic like sheet sometimes used on top of embroidery very similar to cellophane.

Used to add more foundation on the embroidery. Typically dissolves under water.

Stabilizer – See Backing

Tensions – In embroidery, typically refers to how tight the thread feels when pulling it through a threaded machine or through the threaded bobbin. Improper tension will cause both false and actual thread breaks, and poor final embroidery quality among many other problems.

Threading Rod – Used to thread embroidery thread through the embroidery tubes.

Topping – Used on the top of a garment such as Solvy.

Tubular Arms – Arms that attach to the pantograph. The tubular hoops then attach to these arms

Tubular Hoop/Frame – A special type of hoop consisting of a plastic ring and another plastic piece that goes into this ring. This hoop has a metal clip which speeds up the process of loading the hoop into the machine.

Upper Thread Break – Typically refers to the current spool of thread that is embroidering, has broke.


Wash-a-Way – See Solvy


7 F

REQUENTLY

A

SKED

Q

UESTIONS

7.1

FAQS

How does the Butterfly B1501B/T compare to other commercial/industrial embroidery machines? The Butterfly B1501B/T will benchmark against any other machine in its class.

The final embroidery quality is just as good as any other machine run under the variables

(design type, thread quality, etc).


8 S

PECIFICATIONS

8.1

M ACHINE SPECIFICATIONS

Listed below are common specifications of the Butterfly B1501B/T embroidery machine

Belts

Bobbin Size / Style

Cap System

Color Changes

Dimensions

Display

Embroidery Area

Flat Embroidery

Heads

Input

Languages

Make

Memory Capacity

Model

Needles

Needle sizes

(recommended)

Oil Type

Power

Reciprocator

Driver

Solenoids

Speed (max)

Table Top

Trace

Trimmers

Tubular

Weight

Wiper Driver

Italian

Size / Style ‘L’ or Standard. Prewound polyester recommended

270 Degree

Automatic or Manual

Approximately 3’ x 3’ x 3’ without stand

8 x 4” Color LCD Display

40cm x 50cm ~(15in x 16 in)

Yes

1

USB / Network (on certain models)

English / Español (Spanish)

Butterfly

16,000,000 Stitches or 500 designs

B1501B/T

15

Standard 75/11 titanium for most applications but works with most any industrial embroidery machine type. Different needs recommend on different applications such as leather goods, etc.

Standard sewing/embroidery machine oil

110W factory. 220w available on order.

Pulse Motor

Japanese

1200 (Stitches/Minute)

Removable

Yes

Yes

Yes

Approximately 100kgs (~220lbs)

Pulse Motor


9 T

ROUBLESHOOTING AND

T

ECHNICAL

S

UPPORT

9.1

T ECHNICAL S UPPORT

Please direct all technical questions to [email protected]

or by creating a support ticket by emailing [email protected]

You may also try our live support by going to http://www.ButterFlyEmb.com

and clicking the

LIVE SUPPORT icon.

9.2

T ROUBLESHOOTING

Symptoms

False thread breaks

Noise – Clicking Sound

Power up – Machine does not turn on

Thread Breaks

Resolution

-Ensure the machine is properly threaded.

-Oil Hook

-Ensure that the power cord is securely attached to a 110V outlet and that the 110V outlet is outputting power.

-Check fuses.

-Poor quality or old thread

-Timing issue

-Dull, bent, burred, etc needle

-Check for any burs in thread track (eyelets, etc)


9.3

E

RROR

C

ODES

EMB Light not on but Pull Bar!

Stop not in place!

Trimming not in place!

Needle Position Abnormal!

Color change time out!

Thread break detected!

Back to head!

The current embroidery pattern has not been queued. Press the red button with the needle emblem on the bottom left of the screen. The message “Confirm emb?” should appear on screen.

Press the check mark to queue embroidery pattern.

The main shaft has to be at 100 degrees. Please move the main shaft manually, or use the red STOP key to ask the machine to move the motor automatically (if that software option is active, which it is by default). To move it manually, push the large black knob in and turn it to the left, and either look through the small glass portal or watch the LED light at the bottom of the control panel that says 100, until the light turns on.

The trimming knife (movable knife) might be stuck and did not return to its resting position. Please press the red STOP button to ask the machine to attempt to move it home. If it still cannot move, then check if any threads are causing it to jam, and remove all thread pieces and clean the area. If it is still jammed, remove the needle plate and inspect.

The head of the machine is not perfectly centered over one of the 12 color change locations. Please turn the small knob of the color change motor, to manually move the head left and right. When you are on a valid location, then one of the LED lights at the bottom of the control panel will light up, the light with a picture of three needles. Also, on the graphical screen at the top right, there will be a colored square indicator that changes from 1-12 if centered, or a question mark “?” if the head is inbetween colors.

The color change motor mechanically jammed while trying to move the head to a different needle.

Please locate the cause of the jam and clear it, then move the head manually by turning the color change motor knob, to check if cleared.

The thread broke while sewing and no more thread is being pulled. If the thread is not broken, then the wheel sensor is not spinning or not spinning enough, or sensitivity is set too high in software.

Check if the thread is running smooth and through every part of the upper thread area.

The machine was asked to back up stitches all the way to the first stitch, and it cannot back up any


External media is not inserted!

Main motor over time!

Event Angle Exception!

Motor Over Angle Exception!

Motor Over Angle Time Out! more.

The USB stick is not plugged in or not initialized yet.

Some USB flash drives take a few seconds to initialize, please inspect the bottom right of the control panel to see if the USB symbol is lit up.

Also, some USB sticks are very wide and that can interfere with plugging in the USB stick all the way.

The main motor is not moving, possibly because of a mechanical jam. Please check if the needle hit anything (such as the hoop), and also spin the main shaft manually using the black knob on the side of the machine. If there is a binding when manually turning, then please find the cause of the mechanical jam. The needle may have bent badly and hit something, or the trimmer knife jammed in the way of the needle. Also, the head may have falling off of needle center for whatever reason and needs to be re-centered per the needle change error. Also check that the three hook screws on the bobbin hook are not loose, and hitting anything. If the shaft feels free and turns all the way, but the motor does not move at all, then one of the three motor power cables may be loose.

There is a problem reading the main motor encoder. Please verify that the main motor encoder plug is secure, or re-plug it. Also check the main motor encoder cable and make sure the cable shield’s metal is not touching the chassis metal of the main motor (remove rubber grommet to inspect). Sometimes the vibration of the machine causes the metal to touch only sometimes.


10 P

ICTURES

10.1

P ICTURES & V IDEOS

High quality pictures and videos can be founds by going to http://www.ButterFlyEmb.com

and clicking on either the PHOTOS or VIDEOS tab.


11 P

ART

B

OOK

11.1

P

ARTS

B

OOK

Butterfly Embroidery Machine

B1501B/T Single Head 15 Needle

Parts Book (Manual Addition)

© Copyright 2020:

TheEmbroideryWarehouse



11.1.1

Frame and Table Components

Parts of the table, chassis and bed. Reference picture on previous page.

1 .

FRAME AND TABLE COMPONENTS

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

1/12

1/13

1/14

1/15

1/16

1/17

1/18

1/19

1/20

1/21

1/1

1/2

1/3

1/4

1/5

1/6

1/7

1/8

1/9

1/10

1/11

1/22

1/23

1/24

1/25

1/26

1/27

1/28

1/29

1/30

1/31

1/32

MACHINE BRACKET

MACHINE BRACKET CASE(FRONT RIGHT)

MACHINE BRACKET CASE(FRONT LEFT)

MACHINE BRACKET CASE(BACK RIGHT)

MACHINE BRACKET CASE(BACK LEEFT)

MACHINE CASE FIXING WASHER

M4*8 SCREW

4*6 SCREW

STRECH FRAME SUPPORT

SCREW

TABLE WASHER

3*20 SCREW

CIRCLIP

4*12 SCREW

TABLE(UPPER)

TABLE(LOWER)

MACHINE FRAME

M10 NUT

M10 PLAIN WASHER

M10*100 SCREW

MACHINE BRACKET SUPPORT

MACHINE FEET ANTISLIP WASHER

POWER BOX TABLE

PLAIN WASHER

3*20 SCREW

M12*45 SCREW

M12 PLAIN WASHER

M12 NUT

MACHINE TRADEMARK

M5*10 SCREW

WHEEL ASM.

M8*20 SCREW


1/33 PLAIN WASHER



11.1.2

Rotary Hook Box

Rotary Hook Base. Reference picture on previous page

2 .

ROTARY HOOK BOX

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

2/12

2/13

2/14

2/15

2/16

2/17

2/18

2/19

2/20

2/21

2/1

2/2

2/3

2/4

2/5

2/6

2/7

2/8

2/9

2/10

2/11

2/22

2/23

2/24

2/25

2/26

2/27

2/28

2/29

2/30

2/31

2/32

MACHINE TABLE

ROTARY HOOK FRONT CUSHION

ROTARY HOOK BACK CUSHION

MAIN MOTOR

M8*30 SCREW

M8 SPRING WASHER

M8 PLAIN WASHER

MACHINE TABLE BUSHING

LOWER SHAFT

BEARING

BEARING BUSHING

5M*16φ7.94 LOWER SHAFT PULLEY

SHAFT CONNECTION

M5*6 SCREW

M4*4 SCREW

M6*8 SCREW

M6*6 SCREW

M5*20 SCREW

ROTARY HOOK BOX COVER

SCREW

ROTARY HOOK BOX BIG COVER

4*8 SCREW

NEEDLR PLATE(LOWER)

NEEDLE PLATE(UPPER)

SCREW

KNIFE SUPPORT/NEEDLE PLATE BRACKET

ROTARY HOOK

ROTARY HOOK CASE

BOBBIN

ROTARY HOOK POSITION HOOK

9/64 SCREW

3*16 PIN


2/33

2/34

2/35

SCREW

ROTARY HOOK BOX GUARD

4*6 SCREW



11.1.3

Thread Cut Components

Reference picture on previous page

3 .

THREAD CUT PARTS

DIAGRAM/PART NAME

3/1

3/2

3/22

3/23

3/24

3/25

3/26

3/27

3/28

3/14

3/15

3/16

3/17

3/18

3/19

3/20

3/21

3/3

3/4

3/5

3/6

3/7

3/8

3/9

3/10

3/11

3/12

3/13

THREAD CUT MOTOR

THREAD CUT MOTOR BRACKET

THREAD CUT SENSOR

M3*8 SCREW

4*8 SCREW

RUBBER WASHER

M4*8 SCREW

DRIVE ROD

THREAD CUT SENSOR HEAD

M4*10 SCREW

THREAD CUT PITMAN ROD

PIN

THREAD CUT DRIVE CONNECTION LEVER

COPPER BUSHING

THREAD CUT LEVER

FLAT EMBROIDERY PITMAN ROD

DRIVE ROD

FLEXIBLE KNIFE

M3*4 SCREW

SPRING WASHER

FIXED KNIFE

M3*3 SCREW

3*5 SCREW

POSITION CUSHION

THREAD PICK PITMAN ROD

THREAD PICK ELECTROMAGNET ASM.

THREAD PICK ELECTROMAGNET INSTAL BOARD

THREAD PICK RESET PLATE


3/35

3/36

3/37

3/38

3/39

3/40

3/41

3/29

3/30

3/31

3/32

3/33

3/34

3.3*3.0 SCREW

φ3 OPEN CIRCLIP

2.5*4 SCREW

PICK FEED BRACKET

THREAD PICK FORK

PIN

PLAIN WASHER

THREAD PICK FORK BRACKET

THREAD PICK THRUST BLOCK

M5*10 SCREW

M4 PIN

M4 NUT

THREAD PICK PIN



11.1.4

Machine Head

Machine Head. Reference picture on previous page

4 .

MACHINE HEAD

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

4/20

4/21

4/22

4/23

4/24

4/24

4/25

4/26

4/12

4/13

4/14

4/15

4/16

4/17

4/18

4/19

4/1

4/2

4/3

4/4

4/5

4/6

4/7

4/8

4/9

4/10

4/11

4/27

4/28

4/29

4/30

MACHINE HEAD

UPPER SHAFT BACK BEARING BUSHING

BEARING

M5*6 SCREW

BEARING

SENSOR SUPPORT

4*6 SCREW

UPPER SHAFT SENSOR

M4*6 SCREW

M6*8 SCREW

M6*6 SCREW

MACHINE HEAD SHADE WASHER

WINDING PLATE

M4*8 SCREW

M4 SPRING WASHER

M4 PLAIN WASHER

HTD5M-15-525 BLET

UPPER SHAFT PULLEY

M5*6 SCREW

6004φ15 BEARING BUSHING

6004 BEARING

φ15 UPPER SHAFT

DIAL

MACHINE HEAD GUIDE RAIL(9 NEEDLES)

MACHINE HEAD GUIDE RAIL(12 NEEDLES)

M4*10 SCREW

PRESSER FOOT CAM GUARD

PRESSER FOOT DRIVE CAM

M8*8 SCREW

M10*40 SCREW

M10 SPRING WASHER


4/31

4/32

4/33

4/34

4/35

4/36

4/37

4/38

4/39

4/40

4/53

4/54

4/55

4/56

4/57

4/58

4/59

4/60

4/61

4/62

4/41

4/42

4/43

4/44

4/45

4/46

4/47

4/48

4/49

4/50

4/51

4/52

ADJUSTING HANDLE

M4*4 SCREW

φ7.94 SHAFT

SPRING

ADJUSTING HANDLDE INSTAL BRACKET

M4*8 SCREW

GEAR

SM15/64*28 L=6 SCREW

THREAD TAKE-UP DRIVE CAM

SM15/64*28 L=4 SCREW

CRANKSHAFT

DOMESTIC CONECTION ROD

NEEDLE BEARING

SCREW

M4*10 SCREW

LOWER GUIDE RAIL POSITION HOOK

GUIDE ROD THRUST PLATE

DUSTPROOF PLATE(LEFT)

DUSTPROOF PLATE(RIGHT)

NA4902 NEEDLE BEARING

GUIDE RAIL SLIDE BLOCK POSITION BRACKET

SIGHT GLASS

DIAL FINGER

M4*6 SCREW

THRUST PLATE

THRUST PLATE SUPPORT

MACHINE HEAD FRONT COVER

MACHINE HEAD BACK COVER

THREAD TENSION ASM.

M4*8 SCREW

SPOTLIGHT BRACKET

SPOTLIGHT



11.1.5

Needle Bar Drive Components

Needle Bar Drive Components picture on previous page

5 .

NEEDLE BAR DRIVE PARTS

DIAGRAM/PART

5/23

5/24

5/25

5/26

5/27

5/28

5/29

5/13

5/14

5/15

5/16

5/17

5/18

5/19

5/20

5/21

5/1

5/2

5/3

5/4

5/5

5/6

5/7

5/8

5/9

5/10

5/11

5/12

5/22

NAME

THREAD TAKE-UP DRIVE ROD B

M4*10 SCREW

M8 PLAIN WASHER

THREAD TAKE-UP ROD BEARING BRACKET

M5 PLAIN WASHER

M5 SPRING WASHER

M5*12 SCREW

THREAD TAKE-UP DRIVE ROD

CAM DRIVE ROD

COPPER BUSHING

DRIVE ROD

PIN B

PIN A

SMALL CONECTION ROD

M5 NUT

A DRIVE BEARING BUSHING

φ10 OUTER CIRCLIP

DRIVE SHAFT UP-DOWM FLEXIBLE SUPPORT

3*4 SCREW

PRESSER FOOT SLIDE BLOCK ASM.

RUBBER SUPPORT(LARGE)

DRIVE BEARING BUSHING

WOOL TOP

φ7.24 MAIN SHAFT

SPRING

689Z BEARING

WOOL TOP

M5*6 SCREW

NEEDLE BAR DRIVE BLOCK ASM.



11.1.6

Upper Thread Holder

Upper Thread Holder. Reference picture on previous page

6 .

UPPER THREAD HOLDER SETS

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

6/1

6/2

6/3

6/4

6/5

6/6

6/7

6/26

6/27

6/28

6/29

6/30

6/31

6/32

6/18

6/19

6/20

6/21

6/22

6/23

6/24

6/25

6/8

6/9

6/10

6/11

6/12

6/13

6/14

6/15

6/16

6/17

UPPER THREAD MOTOR

UPPER THREAD MOTOR BASE

M4*8 SCREW

M4*6 SCREW

M4 SPRING WASHER

M4 PLAIN WASHER

UPPER THREAD SPRING

3*6 SCREW

M3*18 SCREW

NUT

CONNECTION ROD

PIN

HOOK FIXING BLOCK

M4*10 SCREW

UPPER HOOK DRIVE ROD

M3*10 SCREW

ERASURE BLOCK

M5*12 SCREW

M5 SPRING WASHER

M5 PLAIN WASHER

HOOK GUIDE BRACKET

M3 NUT

UPPER HOOK SUPPORT

HOOK

3*4 SCREW

M5*16 SCREW

SUPPORT BUSHING

HOOK GUIDE PLATE

M4*8 SCREW

M4*12 SCREW

JUMPING MOTOR INSTALL BRACKET

RUBBER WASHER


6/33

6/34

6/35

6/36

6/37

M3 PLAIN WASHER

M3*12 SCREW

JUMPING CONNECTION ROD SUPPORT

JUMPING CONNECTION ROD

4*6 SCREW



11.1.7

Color Change System

Color Change System. Reference picture on previous page

7 .

COLOR CHANGE PARTS

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

7/12

7/13

7/14

7/15

7/16

7/17

7/18

7/19

7/20

7/21

7/1

7/2

7/3

7/4

7/5

7/6

7/7

7/8

7/9

7/10

7/11

7/22

7/23

7/24

7/25

7/26

COLOR CHANGE MOTOR

ADJUSTING HANDLE(SMALL)

M4*6 SCREW

M4*8 SCREW

M4 SPRING WASHER

M4 PLAIN WASHER

MOTOR SUPPORT

COLOR CHANGE MOTOR BRACKET

M5 PLAIN WASHER

M5 SPRING WASHER

M5*12 SCREW

M4*8 SCREW

696LU(NSK) BEARING

696LUBEARING

M3*8 SCREW

COLOR CHANGE CAM

M3*5 SCREW

COLOR CHANGE SUPPORT

M4 NUT

POTENTIOMETER SUPPORT

M4*16 SCREW

PHOTO COUPLER SUPPORT

COLOR CHANGE COPPER BUSHING

COLOR CHANGE BOX CASE

4*6 SCREW

POTENTIOMETER



11.1.8

Needle Bar Bracket (1)

Needle Bar Bracket (1). Reference picture on previous page

8 .

NEEDLE BAR BRACKET(1)

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

8/1

8/2

8/3

NEEDLE BAR ASM.

M4*16 SCREW

DB*K5 75/11 NEEDLE



11.1.9

Needle Bar Bracket (2)

Needle Bar Bracket (2). Reference picture on previous page

9 .

NEEDLE BAR BRACKET(2)

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

9/4

9/11

9/12

9/13

9/14

9/15

9/16

9/5

9/6

9/7

9/7

9/8

9/9

9/10

9/11

9/17

9/18

9/19

9/1

9/1

9/2

9/3

9/3

9/4

9/20

9/21

9/22

9 NEEDLES LOWER THREAD GUIDE

12 NEEDLES LOWER THREAD GUIDE

9/64 SCREW

LOWER PLATE(9 NEEDLES)

LOWER PLATE(12 NEEDLES)

MEDIAL THREAD GUIDE ASM.(9 NEEDLES)

MEDIAL THREAD GUIDE ASM.(12 NEEDLES)

THREAD TENSION ASM.

9/64 SCREW

UPPER PLATE(9 NEEDLES)

UPPER PLATE(12 NEEDLES)

ON-OFF ANNUNCIATOR SUPPORT

4*6 SCREW

CUSHION

COLOR CHANGE ROLLAR ASM.(9 NEEDLES)

COLOR CHANGE ROLLAR ASM.(12 NEEDLES)

M4*12 SCREW

M4*18 SCREW

M4 NUT

GUARD SUPPORT

M4*8 SCREW

M4 SPRING WASHER

M4 PLAIN WASHER

DUSTPROOF CASE

MAGNET

M3*14 SCREW

M3 NUT



11.1.10

X-Axis Drive Components

X-Axis Drive Components. Reference picture on previous page

10 .

X-AXIS DRIVE PARTS

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

10/1

10/2

10/3

10/4

10/5

10/6

10/7

10/8

10/9

10/10

10/11

10/12

10/13

10/14

10/15

10/16

10/17

10/18

10/19

10/20

10/21

10/22

10/23

10/24

10/25

10/26

10/27

10/28

10/29

10/30

10/31

X-AXIS GUIDE RAIL BRACKET

WOOL TOP

COVER SUPPORT

X-AXIS DRIVE COVER

X-AXIS DRIVE COVER

4*6 SCREW

GUIDE RAIL BRACKET RIGHT SUPPORT

GUIDE RAIL BRACKET LEFT SUPPORT

M5*12 SCREW

M5 SPRING WASHER

M5 PLAIN WASHER

HK0808 NEEDLE BEARING

3M*20Φ10 PASSIVE PULLEY

φ6 OPEN CIRCLIP

X-AXIS PASSIVE PULLEY BRACKET

X-AXIS PASSIVE PULLEY BRACKET ADJUSTING FIXING

BRACKET

M4 PLAIN WASHER

M4*16 SCREW

M4 SPRING WASHER

M4*10 SCREW

M4*8 SCREW

PIN

3M*20Φ8 PASSIVE PULLEY

M5*6 SCREW

X-AXIS DRIVE MOTOR

X-AXIS MOTOR COVER

X-AXIS PHOTO COUPLER BRACKET INSTALL SUPPORT

X-AXIS STOPPER

M3*6 SCREW

750 X-AXIS GUIDE RAIL

M3*10 SCREW


10/32

10/33

10/34

10/35

10/36

10/37

10/38

10/39

10/40

10/41

10/42

10/43

10/44

10/45

10/46

10/47

DOMESTIC X-AXIS EMBROIDERY FRAME LEFT SUPPORT

DOMESTIC X-AXIS EMBROIDERY FRAME RIGHT SUPPORT

DRIVE POSITION BLOCK(LEFT)

DRIVE POSITION BLOCK(RIGHT)

SPRING PLATE

M3 PLAIN WASHER

M3*8 SCREW

CONNECTION PLATE

M3 SPRING WASHER

M3*12 SCREW

X-AXIS DRIVE BLET PLATE(LOWER)

M4*12 SCREW

X-AXIS LIMIT SENSOR

BLET

X-AXIS DRIVE BLET PLATE(UPPER)

RULER



11.1.11

Y-Axis Drive System

Y-Axis Drive System. Reference picture on previous page

11 .

Y-AXIS DRIVE PARTS

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

11/11

11/12

11/13

11/14

11/15

11/16

11/17

11/18

11/19

11/20

11/1

11/2

11/3

11/4

11/5

11/6

11/7

11/8

11/9

11/10

11/21

11/22

11/23

11/24

11/25

11/26

11/27

11/28

11/29

11/30

11/31

11/32

3m*33φ12 MAIN SHAFT DRIVE WHEEL

M4*6 SCREW

Y-AXIS MOTOR BRACKET

M6*16 SCREW

86 MOTOR

M5 SPRING MOTOR

M5*20 SCREW

φ12 CONNECTION BUSHION

M5*6 SCREW

φ12 Y SHAFT

BEARING BRACKET

M5*16 SCREW

NA4302 NEEDLE BEARING

BEARING BUSHIONG

BELT

Y-AXIS LIMIT SENSOR

M4 PLAIN WASHER

M4 SPRING WASHER

M4*8 SCREW

M3*12 SCREW

M3 SPRING WASHER

M3 PLAIN WASHER

BLET PLATE

M4*12 SCREW

GUIDE RAIL SLIDE BLOCK POSITION BRACKET

420 STRAIGHT GUIDE RAIL

M5*12 SCREW

M5 PLAIN WASHER

3m*33 PASSIVE PULLEY

HK0808 NEEDLE BEARING

φ6 OPEN CIRCLIP

PIN


11/33

11/34

11/35

11/36

TENSION WHEEL BRACKET

M5 NUT

4*6 SCREW

Y-AXIS STOPPER



11.1.12

Tension Base

Tension Base. Reference picture on previous page

12 .

THREAD TENSION PARTS

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

12/1

12/2

12/3

12/4

12/5

THREAD GUIDE ASM.(12 NEEDLES)

M4*16 SCREW

4*12 SCREW

INDICATOR

SENSOR BASEPLATE



11.1.13

Automatic Winding Components

Automatic Winding Components. Reference picture on previous page

13 .

AUTOMATIC WINDING PARTS

DIAGRAM/PART

13/1

13/2

13/3

13/4

WINDING ASM.

RUBBER WASHER

BOBBIN

M4*8 SCREW

NAME



11.1.14

Electrical Control Components

Electrical Control Components. Reference picture on previous page

14 .

ELECTRICAL CONTROL PARTS

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

14/1

14/2

14/3

14/4

14/5

14/6

14/7

14/8

14/9

14/10

MACHINE HEAD BACK CASE

M4*6 SCREW

M5*10 SCREW

POWER BASEPLATE ASM.

4*8 SCREW

COMPUTER BASEPLATE ASM. A

COMPUTER BASEPLATE ASM. A

M4*10 SCREW

POWER BOX ASM.

4*25 SCREW



11.1.15

Operating Plate

Operating Plate. Reference picture on previous page

15 .

OPERATE PLATE

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

15/1

15/2

15/3

15/4

15/5

COMPUTER MONITOR SUPPORT BOARD

COMPUTER MONITOR CONNECTION BOARD B

M4*10 SCREW

M5*10 SCREW

COMPUTER



11.1.16

Cap Drive Components

Cap Drive Components. Reference picture on previous page

16 .

CAP DRIVE PARTS

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

16/1

16/2

16/3

16/4

16/5

CAP DRIVE ASM.

M4*12 SCREW

M4 PLAIN WASHER

M5*12 SCREW

M5 PLAIN WASHER



11.1.17

Cap Base Components

Cap Base Components. Reference picture on previous page

17 .

CAP BASE PARTS

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

17/1 CAP BASE ASM.



11.1.18

Cap Frame

Cap Frame. Reference picture on previous page

18 .

CAP FRAME PARTS

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

18/1 CAP FRAME ASM.



11.1.19

Thread Support

Thread Support. Reference picture on previous page

19 .

THREAD SUPPORT

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

19/1

19/2

19/10

19/11

19/12

19/13

19/14

19/15

19/16

19/17

19/18

19/19

19/20

19/21

19/22

19/3

19/4

19/5

19/6

19/7

19/8

19/9

THREAD STAND BASEPLATE

THREAD STAND COLUMN

NAIL

M5 PLAIN WASHER

M5 SPRING WASHER

M5 NUT

M4*10 SCREW

M5*10 SCREW

M12 PLAIN WASHER

THREAD TENSION ASM.

M4 PLAIN WASHER

BUSHING

M6*12 SCREW

THREAD STAND SUPPORT A

THREAD STAND SUPPORT B

THREAD STAND SUPPORT C

THREAD STAND SUPPORT D

THREAD STAND SUPPORT E

THREAD STAND SUPPORT F

PLASTIC TUBE BUSHING

COPPER TUBE BUSHING

TUBE



11.1.20

Embroidery Frame

Embroidery Frame. Reference picture on previous page

20 .

EMBROIDERY FRAME

DIAGRAM/PART

NAME

20/1

20/2

20/3

20/4

20/5

20/6

X-AXIS FRAME

Y-AXIS FRAME

WOOL TOP(SHORT)

WOOL TOP(LONG)

FRAME ANGLE IRON

M6*12 SCREW

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B1501B/T Single-Head 15 Needle

Operation and Service Manual

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