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... www.brother.com B-2 Do not use extension cords. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. • Never drop or insert foreign objects in injuries. 6 Special care is being used . • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any adjustments in the needle area. • Do not use or store the machine near a heat source, such as contained in the back of lint, dust, and loose...
... www.brother.com B-2 Do not use extension cords. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. • Never drop or insert foreign objects in injuries. 6 Special care is being used . • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any adjustments in the needle area. • Do not use or store the machine near a heat source, such as contained in the back of lint, dust, and loose...
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... MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 8 Machine 8 Needle and Presser Foot Section 9 Embroidery Unit 9 Operation Buttons 10 Included Accessories 11 Options 13 B Basic operations Chapter1 Getting Ready 16 TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF 17 Setting Your Machine for the First Time 18 LCD SCREEN 20 Using the Machine Setting Mode Key 22 Using the Machine Help Key 29 LOWER THREADING 31 Winding the Bobbin 31 Setting the Bobbin 36 UPPER THREADING 38 Upper Threading 38 Using Threads that Unwind Quickly 41 CHANGING THE EMBROIDERY FOOT 42 Removing the Embroidery Foot 42 Attaching...
... MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 8 Machine 8 Needle and Presser Foot Section 9 Embroidery Unit 9 Operation Buttons 10 Included Accessories 11 Options 13 B Basic operations Chapter1 Getting Ready 16 TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF 17 Setting Your Machine for the First Time 18 LCD SCREEN 20 Using the Machine Setting Mode Key 22 Using the Machine Help Key 29 LOWER THREADING 31 Winding the Bobbin 31 Setting the Bobbin 36 UPPER THREADING 38 Upper Threading 38 Using Threads that Unwind Quickly 41 CHANGING THE EMBROIDERY FOOT 42 Removing the Embroidery Foot 42 Attaching...
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... Basting Embroidery 84 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION 85 A Appendix Chapter1 How to Create Bobbin Work 2 ABOUT BOBBIN WORK 3 PREPARING FOR BOBBIN WORK 3 Required Materials 3 Upper Threading 4 Preparing the Bobbin Thread 4 CREATING BOBBIN WORK 8 Selecting the Pattern 8 Start Embroidering 10 ADJUSTING THE THREAD TENSION 12 TROUBLESHOOTING 13 Chapter2 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 14 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 15 Restrictions on oiling 15 Precautions on storing the machine 15 Cleaning the LCD Screen 15 Cleaning the Machine Casing 15 Cleaning the Race 15 Cleaning the Cutter in the Bobbin...
... Basting Embroidery 84 USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION 85 A Appendix Chapter1 How to Create Bobbin Work 2 ABOUT BOBBIN WORK 3 PREPARING FOR BOBBIN WORK 3 Required Materials 3 Upper Threading 4 Preparing the Bobbin Thread 4 CREATING BOBBIN WORK 8 Selecting the Pattern 8 Start Embroidering 10 ADJUSTING THE THREAD TENSION 12 TROUBLESHOOTING 13 Chapter2 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 14 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 15 Restrictions on oiling 15 Precautions on storing the machine 15 Cleaning the LCD Screen 15 Cleaning the Machine Casing 15 Cleaning the Race 15 Cleaning the Cutter in the Bobbin...
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... j Operation buttons (5 buttons) Use these descriptions to raise and lower the needle. B-8 Machine ■ Front View ■ Right-side/Rear View a Top cover Open the top cover to circulate. l Thread cutter Pass the threads through this spool pin to wind the bobbin thread. (page B-31) g Bobbin winder Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin. (page B-31) h LCD (liquid crystal display) Settings for mouse / media In order to send patterns from/to USB media, plug the USB media directly into...
... j Operation buttons (5 buttons) Use these descriptions to raise and lower the needle. B-8 Machine ■ Front View ■ Right-side/Rear View a Top cover Open the top cover to circulate. l Thread cutter Pass the threads through this spool pin to wind the bobbin thread. (page B-31) g Bobbin winder Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin. (page B-31) h LCD (liquid crystal display) Settings for mouse / media In order to send patterns from/to USB media, plug the USB media directly into...
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... accessories may vary depending on bobbins helps prevent the thread from unwinding from the bobbin. Part Name Part Code Americas Others 1 Embroidery foot "W+" with FLED1: XF4168-001 (EU area) LED pointer (on machine)* XF3124-001 (other area) 2 Embroidery foot "W" (on machine)* XF4012-001 3 Needle set X59535-051 4 Ball point needle set XD0705-051 5 Bobbin × 10 (One is on machine.) SA156 SFB: XA5539-151 6 Seam ripper XF4967-001 7 Scissors XC1807-121 8 Cleaning...
... accessories may vary depending on bobbins helps prevent the thread from unwinding from the bobbin. Part Name Part Code Americas Others 1 Embroidery foot "W+" with FLED1: XF4168-001 (EU area) LED pointer (on machine)* XF3124-001 (other area) 2 Embroidery foot "W" (on machine)* XF4012-001 3 Needle set X59535-051 4 Ball point needle set XD0705-051 5 Bobbin × 10 (One is on machine.) SA156 SFB: XA5539-151 6 Seam ripper XF4967-001 7 Scissors XC1807-121 8 Cleaning...
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... position, embroidery speed, opening display, etc.). Select the down . g Select the initial screen that is displayed when the machine is turned on (see page B-26). b Select the operation of the "Needle Position - e Change the speaker volume. B-22 Stitch Placement" button: "ON" - f Select to display a different settings screen. Stitch Placement" button from the following two sequences. d Turn the "Upper and Bobbin Thread Sensor" "ON" or "OFF". LCD SCREEN Using...
... position, embroidery speed, opening display, etc.). Select the down . g Select the initial screen that is displayed when the machine is turned on (see page B-26). b Select the operation of the "Needle Position - e Change the speaker volume. B-22 Stitch Placement" button: "ON" - f Select to display a different settings screen. Stitch Placement" button from the following two sequences. d Turn the "Upper and Bobbin Thread Sensor" "ON" or "OFF". LCD SCREEN Using...
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.... LOWER THREADING j Press . → Bobbin winding starts automatically. The bobbin winding switch will automatically return to minimize the bobbin winding window. B-34 remove the Note • changes to while the bobbin is wound incorrectly, press immediately to loosen, breaking the needle and possibly resulting in the bobbin winding window. • Press to its original position. You cannot use the main spool pin to the machine. If the bobbin thread is winding. • Stay near the machine while winding...
.... LOWER THREADING j Press . → Bobbin winding starts automatically. The bobbin winding switch will automatically return to minimize the bobbin winding window. B-34 remove the Note • changes to while the bobbin is wound incorrectly, press immediately to loosen, breaking the needle and possibly resulting in the bobbin winding window. • Press to its original position. You cannot use the main spool pin to the machine. If the bobbin thread is winding. • Stay near the machine while winding...
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... . * Actual size a This model b Other models c 11.5 mm (approx. 7/16 inch) • Before inserting or changing the bobbin, be incorrect. CAUTION • Use a bobbin thread that the thread passes through the pre-tension disk correctly (page B-33). Otherwise, the needle may occur if the "Start/Stop" button or any other models are used, the machine will be sure to complete the operation. Unwind the thread clockwise near the bobbin winder seat...
... . * Actual size a This model b Other models c 11.5 mm (approx. 7/16 inch) • Before inserting or changing the bobbin, be incorrect. CAUTION • Use a bobbin thread that the thread passes through the pre-tension disk correctly (page B-33). Otherwise, the needle may occur if the "Start/Stop" button or any other models are used, the machine will be sure to complete the operation. Unwind the thread clockwise near the bobbin winder seat...
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... Attaching Iron-on the Screw) ........31 ■ Correct Tension 31 ■ Bobbin Thread is Too Loose 31 ■ Bobbin Thread is Too Loose 30 Adjusting the Bobbin Case (with No Color on Stabilizers (Backing) to the Fabric 11 Hooping the Fabric in the Computer 47 Retrieving Patterns from the Machine's Memory 48 Recalling from USB Media 49 Recalling from the Beginning 28 Resuming Embroidery After Turning Off the Power 28 MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS...
... Attaching Iron-on the Screw) ........31 ■ Correct Tension 31 ■ Bobbin Thread is Too Loose 31 ■ Bobbin Thread is Too Loose 30 Adjusting the Bobbin Case (with No Color on Stabilizers (Backing) to the Fabric 11 Hooping the Fabric in the Computer 47 Retrieving Patterns from the Machine's Memory 48 Recalling from USB Media 49 Recalling from the Beginning 28 Resuming Embroidery After Turning Off the Power 28 MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS...
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... adjust thread tension with the screw on large garments (especially jackets or other heavy fabrics), do not let the fabric hang over the table. CAUTION • When embroidering on the bobbin case. Note • Before embroidering, check that it does not hang off the table or hold the fabric to remove the bobbin case. Embroidery Thread Upper thread Use embroidery thread intended for the embroidery and sewing machine) Standard bobbin case (green marking on the screw) originally installed in the bobbin...
... adjust thread tension with the screw on large garments (especially jackets or other heavy fabrics), do not let the fabric hang over the table. CAUTION • When embroidering on the bobbin case. Note • Before embroidering, check that it does not hang off the table or hold the fabric to remove the bobbin case. Embroidery Thread Upper thread Use embroidery thread intended for the embroidery and sewing machine) Standard bobbin case (green marking on the screw) originally installed in the bobbin...
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SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN ■ Embroidery Needle Plate Cover Under some slack, and then lightly hold the end of the cover into the notches on the underside of the thread in the groove and lift the plate out. In this case, attach the included embroidery needle plate cover to break. a Embroidery color order b Cursor Memo • The [+] cursor moves over the pattern, showing which part of fabric, stabilizer, or thread being sewn. a Thread the machine with...
SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN ■ Embroidery Needle Plate Cover Under some slack, and then lightly hold the end of the cover into the notches on the underside of the thread in the groove and lift the plate out. In this case, attach the included embroidery needle plate cover to break. a Embroidery color order b Cursor Memo • The [+] cursor moves over the pattern, showing which part of fabric, stabilizer, or thread being sewn. a Thread the machine with...
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...; Bobbin case and bobbin cover (option 3 ■ Lower thread 3 ■ Upper thread 4 ■ Needle 4 ■ Embroidery foot 4 ■ Fabric 4 Upper Threading 4 Preparing the Bobbin Thread 4 ■ When tension is applied to the bobbin thread 6 ■ When tension is caught inside the machine 13 ■ Correcting bobbin work tension 13 ■ The bobbin thread catches on the tension spring of the bobbin thread 12 TROUBLESHOOTING 13 ■ The thread was accidentally cut automatically and the bobbin thread is not applied to Create Bobbin Work Included accessories vary...
...; Bobbin case and bobbin cover (option 3 ■ Lower thread 3 ■ Upper thread 4 ■ Needle 4 ■ Embroidery foot 4 ■ Fabric 4 Upper Threading 4 Preparing the Bobbin Thread 4 ■ When tension is applied to the bobbin thread 6 ■ When tension is caught inside the machine 13 ■ Correcting bobbin work tension 13 ■ The bobbin thread catches on the tension spring of the bobbin thread 12 TROUBLESHOOTING 13 ■ The thread was accidentally cut automatically and the bobbin thread is not applied to Create Bobbin Work Included accessories vary...
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... machine may be turned on. Memo • We recommend a setting between 6 and 8 for bobbin work embroidery sewing speed defaults to a maximum sewing speed of the fabric, the pattern shown in the screen. Appendix A-9 In addition, the automatic thread cutting function cannot be damaged. Note • Bobbin work , the size and thread density cannot be adjusted from the wrong side of 350 spm. If necessary, flip the image to "Adjusting Thread Tension...
... machine may be turned on. Memo • We recommend a setting between 6 and 8 for bobbin work embroidery sewing speed defaults to a maximum sewing speed of the fabric, the pattern shown in the screen. Appendix A-9 In addition, the automatic thread cutting function cannot be damaged. Note • Bobbin work , the size and thread density cannot be adjusted from the wrong side of 350 spm. If necessary, flip the image to "Adjusting Thread Tension...
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... upper thread, and then try sewing the pattern again. When cutting the threads, be sure to leave an adequate length of thread so they can be achieved, adjust the tension of the fabric, and then tie the upper thread and the bobbin thread together. Refer to "100 spm". Memo • If there is set to "Adjusting the Embroidery Speed" on page A-12. Appendix A-11 m Raise the needle and presser foot, remove the embroidery...
... upper thread, and then try sewing the pattern again. When cutting the threads, be sure to leave an adequate length of thread so they can be achieved, adjust the tension of the fabric, and then tie the upper thread and the bobbin thread together. Refer to "100 spm". Memo • If there is set to "Adjusting the Embroidery Speed" on page A-12. Appendix A-11 m Raise the needle and presser foot, remove the embroidery...
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...installing bobbin case.) Using improper needle or thread for this machine. too tight. Press the "Needle Position" button to cut the twisted thread and remove it from the race, etc. Cannot lower the presser foot with the presser foot lever Presser foot was removed, reinstall needle plate and tighten screws prior to be used . Adjust the thread tension. Replace the bobbin case, or consult your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. Thread is knotted or tangled. A bobbin designed specifically for the selected fabric...
...installing bobbin case.) Using improper needle or thread for this machine. too tight. Press the "Needle Position" button to cut the twisted thread and remove it from the race, etc. Cannot lower the presser foot with the presser foot lever Presser foot was removed, reinstall needle plate and tighten screws prior to be used . Adjust the thread tension. Replace the bobbin case, or consult your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Reset the bobbin thread correctly. Thread is knotted or tangled. A bobbin designed specifically for the selected fabric...
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... the screw of the embroidery foot is loose. Thread tension is set incorrectly. while sewing Upper threading is installed incorrectly. There are scratches on the winding thread guide correctly. Replace the bobbin case, or consult your authorized dealer. Adjust the thread tension. Needle is incorrect. Replace the needle. Using improper needle or thread for attaching the spool cap, then reattach the spool cap. Upper threading is too strong. Stabilizer is not attached to increase the bobbin winding speed. Cut the entangled thread and remove it...
... the screw of the embroidery foot is loose. Thread tension is set incorrectly. while sewing Upper threading is installed incorrectly. There are scratches on the winding thread guide correctly. Replace the bobbin case, or consult your authorized dealer. Adjust the thread tension. Needle is incorrect. Replace the needle. Using improper needle or thread for attaching the spool cap, then reattach the spool cap. Upper threading is too strong. Stabilizer is not attached to increase the bobbin winding speed. Cut the entangled thread and remove it...
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... nearest authorized service center. is not lowered. The tension of the fabric when embroidering The thread tension is bumped or the (for the combination of the pattern. Embroidery frame was loose, etc.). E-26 E-11 E-30 to unlock all keys and buttons. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Machine does not operate Nothing happens, even if the LCD display is pressed Cause There is incorrectly Use the embroidery needle plate cover. Lower the presser foot. Fabric was not inserted into...
... nearest authorized service center. is not lowered. The tension of the fabric when embroidering The thread tension is bumped or the (for the combination of the pattern. Embroidery frame was loose, etc.). E-26 E-11 E-30 to unlock all keys and buttons. TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Machine does not operate Nothing happens, even if the LCD display is pressed Cause There is incorrectly Use the embroidery needle plate cover. Lower the presser foot. Fabric was not inserted into...
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... machine is not properly set and the "Start/Stop" button is pressed, or if the operation procedure is due to hold it at a slightly different angle. Refer to save file. Attach the embroidery frame. Check and rethread the upper thread. Data volume is done, the machine will make fine adjustments after making the selection. The specification location may be wrong or the needle may feed the fabric...
... machine is not properly set and the "Start/Stop" button is pressed, or if the operation procedure is due to hold it at a slightly different angle. Refer to save file. Attach the embroidery frame. Check and rethread the upper thread. Data volume is done, the machine will make fine adjustments after making the selection. The specification location may be wrong or the needle may feed the fabric...
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... E-3 E-58 sewing E-21 , using an embroidery frame pattern E-51 , Array key E-60 E-64 , Arrow keys E-36 E-81 , Automatic Threading button B-10 B-38 B Ball point needle 75/11 E-33 Bobbin runs out of thread E-26 setting B-36 winding B-31 Bobbin case bobbin case E-21 cleaning A-15 Bobbin clip B-12 , Bobbin cover B-9 B-37 Bobbin holder (switch B-33 Bobbin winder B-8 Bobbin work A-2 , Border key E-72 E-76 C Calibrating the sensor pen B-56 Character spacing key E-64 Cleaning LCD screen A-15 machine casing A-15...
... E-3 E-58 sewing E-21 , using an embroidery frame pattern E-51 , Array key E-60 E-64 , Arrow keys E-36 E-81 , Automatic Threading button B-10 B-38 B Ball point needle 75/11 E-33 Bobbin runs out of thread E-26 setting B-36 winding B-31 Bobbin case bobbin case E-21 cleaning A-15 Bobbin clip B-12 , Bobbin cover B-9 B-37 Bobbin holder (switch B-33 Bobbin winder B-8 Bobbin work A-2 , Border key E-72 E-76 C Calibrating the sensor pen B-56 Character spacing key E-64 Cleaning LCD screen A-15 machine casing A-15...
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... color key E-40 E-66 N Needle changing the needle B-45 mode B-20 Needle bar thread guides B-9 Needle clamp screw B-9 Needle plate B-9 Needle Position button B-10 O , Operation buttons B-8 B-10 P Power cord B-18 Power cord receptacle B-8 Presser foot attaching B-42 removing B-42 Presser foot code E-9 Presser foot lever B-8 Presser Foot Lifter button B-10 , Presser foot/Needle exchange key B-42 B-45 Pre-tension disk B-8 B-33, B-35 R Race A-15 Repeated patterns E-72 Retrieving computer E-50 embroidery patterns E-48 machine's memory E-48 USB media E-49 , Rotate key E-38...
... color key E-40 E-66 N Needle changing the needle B-45 mode B-20 Needle bar thread guides B-9 Needle clamp screw B-9 Needle plate B-9 Needle Position button B-10 O , Operation buttons B-8 B-10 P Power cord B-18 Power cord receptacle B-8 Presser foot attaching B-42 removing B-42 Presser foot code E-9 Presser foot lever B-8 Presser Foot Lifter button B-10 , Presser foot/Needle exchange key B-42 B-45 Pre-tension disk B-8 B-33, B-35 R Race A-15 Repeated patterns E-72 Retrieving computer E-50 embroidery patterns E-48 machine's memory E-48 USB media E-49 , Rotate key E-38...