Users Manual - English
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...X55468-051) CD-ROM (Contains the Operation Manual and the Templates for freemotion sewing.) (USA/CANADA: XE9382-001, Other areas: XE9501-001) Note • Two bobbin covers may be fed through the sewing machine needle and sewing on the country or region where this kit. Use the bobbin cover with the... same shape as the bobbin cover included with your machine. Bobbin case (gray) (XE8298-001) Bobbin cover with this kit...
...X55468-051) CD-ROM (Contains the Operation Manual and the Templates for freemotion sewing.) (USA/CANADA: XE9382-001, Other areas: XE9501-001) Note • Two bobbin covers may be fed through the sewing machine needle and sewing on the country or region where this kit. Use the bobbin cover with the... same shape as the bobbin cover included with your machine. Bobbin case (gray) (XE8298-001) Bobbin cover with this kit...
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We recommend that you keep this document before using the machine. Computerized Embroidery and Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code 885-V95/V96/V97/V98 GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES EMBROIDERY APPENDIX Be sure to read this document nearby for future reference.
We recommend that you keep this document before using the machine. Computerized Embroidery and Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code 885-V95/V96/V97/V98 GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES EMBROIDERY APPENDIX Be sure to read this document nearby for future reference.
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... use if you notice anything unusual, such as an odor, heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using this embroidery and sewing machine. Lifting the sewing machine by its handle. Before using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord. • When transporting the sewing machine, be sure to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for future reference.
... use if you notice anything unusual, such as an odor, heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using this embroidery and sewing machine. Lifting the sewing machine by its handle. Before using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord. • When transporting the sewing machine, be sure to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for future reference.
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...are being used or where oxygen is being sewn may injure your back or knees. 5 Always keep your local authorized Brother dealer. 2 • When lifting the sewing machine, be careful not to make any sudden or careless movements, otherwise you do not deflect the needle and cause it to... dealer. • In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that this sewing machine was supplied in should never be used. • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser feet,...
...are being used or where oxygen is being sewn may injure your back or knees. 5 Always keep your local authorized Brother dealer. 2 • When lifting the sewing machine, be careful not to make any sudden or careless movements, otherwise you do not deflect the needle and cause it to... dealer. • In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that this sewing machine was supplied in should never be used. • Always consult the operation manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, the presser feet,...
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... parts of thread on this panel to select stitches or embroidery patterns, or check how to use the sewing machine, etc. c Spool pin (page 23, 32) Place a spool of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. k Thread cutter (page 60) Pass the threads through the thread ...) Remove the flat bed attachment when sewing cylindrical pieces such as sleeve cuffs. Front view a Thread guide cover (page 24, 33) Pass the thread under this dial. g Embroidery unit connector slot (page 141) Plug in the LCD. Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these buttons to thread the...
... parts of thread on this panel to select stitches or embroidery patterns, or check how to use the sewing machine, etc. c Spool pin (page 23, 32) Place a spool of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. k Thread cutter (page 60) Pass the threads through the thread ...) Remove the flat bed attachment when sewing cylindrical pieces such as sleeve cuffs. Front view a Thread guide cover (page 24, 33) Pass the thread under this dial. g Embroidery unit connector slot (page 141) Plug in the LCD. Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these buttons to thread the...
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...the needle plate cover to be exchanged. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is installed onto the presser foot holder. h Power supply jack (page 17) Insert the plug on the fabric as the sewing takes place. b Thread guide disk (page 34) Pass the thread through the ... cover, and then insert the bobbin into the USB port. a Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. d USB port (for a USB flash drive (USB flash memory)) In order to turn the sewing machine on the end of the foot controller cable into the power supply jack. f Main...
...the needle plate cover to be exchanged. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is installed onto the presser foot holder. h Power supply jack (page 17) Insert the plug on the fabric as the sewing takes place. b Thread guide disk (page 34) Pass the thread through the ... cover, and then insert the bobbin into the USB port. a Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. d USB port (for a USB flash drive (USB flash memory)) In order to turn the sewing machine on the end of the foot controller cable into the power supply jack. f Main...
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..., otherwise the needle may break, the threads may become tangled or damage to sew in , (Start/stop sewing. The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is sewing. The button changes color according to raise or lower the needle. Reverse stitches ... needle. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to "Cutting the thread" (page 59). For details, refer to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. For details, refer to "Using the thread cutter" (page 60). For details, refer to "Securing the stitching" (page 57)....
..., otherwise the needle may break, the threads may become tangled or damage to sew in , (Start/stop sewing. The machine sews at a slow speed at the beginning of sewing while the button is sewing. The button changes color according to raise or lower the needle. Reverse stitches ... needle. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to "Cutting the thread" (page 59). For details, refer to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. For details, refer to "Using the thread cutter" (page 60). For details, refer to "Securing the stitching" (page 57)....
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...on the LCD with your finger or the touch pen to sew embroidery. e Memory key Press to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation" (page 18). i Sewing machine help key Press to design a stitch pattern using the sewing machine. For details, refer to save character embroidery, combined stitch ...operation keys. a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Setting for the selected stitch or pattern and error messages appear in the sewing machine's memory. c Previous page key Displays the previous page when there are items that are not displayed on using the My Custom Stitch ...
...on the LCD with your finger or the touch pen to sew embroidery. e Memory key Press to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation" (page 18). i Sewing machine help key Press to design a stitch pattern using the sewing machine. For details, refer to save character embroidery, combined stitch ...operation keys. a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Setting for the selected stitch or pattern and error messages appear in the sewing machine's memory. c Previous page key Displays the previous page when there are items that are not displayed on using the My Custom Stitch ...
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... on the power cord are away from the outlet. Otherwise, a fire or electric shock may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine. ● Make sure that is not to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. Do not place heavy objects ...Do not touch the plug with this machine. ● Do not use . ● Unplug the power cord if the machine is in poor condition. ● Turn off the main power and remove the plug in to heat. Otherwise a fire may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn the sewing machine on the cord.
... on the power cord are away from the outlet. Otherwise, a fire or electric shock may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine. ● Make sure that is not to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. Do not place heavy objects ...Do not touch the plug with this machine. ● Do not use . ● Unplug the power cord if the machine is in poor condition. ● Turn off the main power and remove the plug in to heat. Otherwise a fire may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn the sewing machine on the cord.
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...and then plug the power supply cord into a b household electrical outlet. Grasp the plug when unplugging the power supply cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to install the proper outlet. only) z This appliance has a polarized plug (one way. If the plug does...not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. Turning on the machine Turning off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. When you have finished using the sewing machine, Make sure that the machine is turned on, the needle and the feed dogs will make sound ...
...and then plug the power supply cord into a b household electrical outlet. Grasp the plug when unplugging the power supply cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to install the proper outlet. only) z This appliance has a polarized plug (one way. If the plug does...not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. Turning on the machine Turning off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. When you have finished using the sewing machine, Make sure that the machine is turned on, the needle and the feed dogs will make sound ...
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... to be changed. When an animation is displayed, the screen above will be displayed when the power is turned on the right side of the sewing machine. For details, refer to +9 18 z Depending on the model of the pattern (page 125 ). -9 to "Operation panel" (page 14)....A different screen is displayed when the embroidery unit is stopped. Settings Down Up Vertical pattern adjustment Adjusts the up and down position of sewing machine, an animation may be displayed if you touch the LCD screen according to be set are explained in "Selecting an embroidery pattern" (page ...
... to be changed. When an animation is displayed, the screen above will be displayed when the power is turned on the right side of the sewing machine. For details, refer to +9 18 z Depending on the model of the pattern (page 125 ). -9 to "Operation panel" (page 14)....A different screen is displayed when the embroidery unit is stopped. Settings Down Up Vertical pattern adjustment Adjusts the up and down position of sewing machine, an animation may be displayed if you touch the LCD screen according to be set are explained in "Selecting an embroidery pattern" (page ...
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...number of the LCD (page 197). Memo z The item shown in for regular servicing. (Contact your authorized dealer for the embroidery and sewing machine. The service count is a reminder to display the opening screen when the power is the number for details.) NO.: The "NO." ...INCH Buzzer Opening screen Specifies whether or not a beep is turned on the embroidery screen (page 151). Sets whether or not to take your machine in reverse highlighting are models where this cannot be changed .) Initial needle position Language Selects whether "1 Straight stitch (left)" or "3 Straight ...
...number of the LCD (page 197). Memo z The item shown in for regular servicing. (Contact your authorized dealer for the embroidery and sewing machine. The service count is a reminder to display the opening screen when the power is the number for details.) NO.: The "NO." ...INCH Buzzer Opening screen Specifies whether or not a beep is turned on the embroidery screen (page 151). Sets whether or not to take your machine in reverse highlighting are models where this cannot be changed .) Initial needle position Language Selects whether "1 Straight stitch (left)" or "3 Straight ...
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... READY Turn on . X The LCD comes on the sewing machine. c Switch the screen using (Previous page key) and (Next page key). • The following screens show their default settings. Press the item to be set. ... again. When settings are saved even if the power is the initial setting. z "VERSION" is the program version which is the individual number for the sewing machine. z Settings that are changed are complete, press d (Back key). a The highlighted display is turned off. 20 Press b panel. (Settings key) on the display Example: Changing...
... READY Turn on . X The LCD comes on the sewing machine. c Switch the screen using (Previous page key) and (Next page key). • The following screens show their default settings. Press the item to be set. ... again. When settings are saved even if the power is the initial setting. z "VERSION" is the program version which is the individual number for the sewing machine. z Settings that are changed are complete, press d (Back key). a The highlighted display is turned off. 20 Press b panel. (Settings key) on the display Example: Changing...
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... LCD. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 21 c a b cd After you return to the item 1 selection screen. X The sewing machine help key) on the LCD display for the selected topic appears. procedures If you press (Previous page key), you finish viewing, press...embroidery unit attachment / Example: Upper threading embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement on the sewing machine. Press (Sewing machine help screen appears. Press the item to the d next page. Simple explanations can be displayed. X The initial stitch screen appears...
... LCD. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 21 c a b cd After you return to the item 1 selection screen. X The sewing machine help key) on the LCD display for the selected topic appears. procedures If you press (Previous page key), you finish viewing, press...embroidery unit attachment / Example: Upper threading embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement on the sewing machine. Press (Sewing machine help screen appears. Press the item to the d next page. Simple explanations can be displayed. X The initial stitch screen appears...
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...(7/16 inch) Actual size This model Other model Winding the bobbin Wind the thread around the bobbin to the machine. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. b a c a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin 22 If bobbins from other bobbin... then insert the bobbin thread. CAUTION ● Only use the Bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB) designed specifically for this sewing machine. GETTING READY Winding/Installing the Bobbin This section describes how to observe the following precautions concerning the bobbin. Use only the included...
...(7/16 inch) Actual size This model Other model Winding the bobbin Wind the thread around the bobbin to the machine. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. b a c a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin 22 If bobbins from other bobbin... then insert the bobbin thread. CAUTION ● Only use the Bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB) designed specifically for this sewing machine. GETTING READY Winding/Installing the Bobbin This section describes how to observe the following precautions concerning the bobbin. Use only the included...
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... 23 If the spool cap is inserted onto the spool pin. a b a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder in the spool or the machine may be damaged. ● Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to the right as possible to choose a spool cap that the spring on... catch on the slit in the direction of spool being used. Slide the spool cap as far as shown, with the rounded side on the sewing machine. Turn on the left. Pick up in the bobbin. Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is not positioned correctly, the thread...
... 23 If the spool cap is inserted onto the spool pin. a b a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder in the spool or the machine may be damaged. ● Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to the right as possible to choose a spool cap that the spring on... catch on the slit in the direction of spool being used. Slide the spool cap as far as shown, with the rounded side on the sewing machine. Turn on the left. Pick up in the bobbin. Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is not positioned correctly, the thread...
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a CAUTION ● Be sure to wind the thread. Otherwise the thread may be damaged. Otherwise, the sewing machine may become tangled in , remove your foot from the machine while winding the bobbin. Winding/Installing the Bobbin 25 a a Guide slit in bobbin winder seat (with built-in cutter) CAUTION ...clockwise around the bobbin winder shaft. is wound counterclockwise, the thread may bend or break when the bobbin thread starts to stop the machine. When the bobbin winding stops or becomes n slow, press (Start/stop button) once to run out. If the thread is ...
a CAUTION ● Be sure to wind the thread. Otherwise the thread may be damaged. Otherwise, the sewing machine may become tangled in , remove your foot from the machine while winding the bobbin. Winding/Installing the Bobbin 25 a a Guide slit in bobbin winder seat (with built-in cutter) CAUTION ...clockwise around the bobbin winder shaft. is wound counterclockwise, the thread may bend or break when the bobbin thread starts to stop the machine. When the bobbin winding stops or becomes n slow, press (Start/stop button) once to run out. If the thread is ...
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...shaft is set to the right side, the needle will make a clicking sound; this is impossible.) Slide the sewing speed controller back to the following procedure. It may result in , remove your foot from the shaft. ...When the foot controller is not passed under the pretension disk of the bobbin winder presser, otherwise the machine may become tangled under the bobbin winder seat. GETTING READY Cut the thread with scissors, slide the bobbin... guide correctly, the thread may be damaged; Memo z When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the bobbin, the...
...shaft is set to the right side, the needle will make a clicking sound; this is impossible.) Slide the sewing speed controller back to the following procedure. It may result in , remove your foot from the shaft. ...When the foot controller is not passed under the pretension disk of the bobbin winder presser, otherwise the machine may become tangled under the bobbin winder seat. GETTING READY Cut the thread with scissors, slide the bobbin... guide correctly, the thread may be damaged; Memo z When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned after winding the bobbin, the...
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... with your right hand as shown below. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. Hold the thread end with your left , and c then remove the bobbin from other models are used, the machine will be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks that the thread passes under...
... with your right hand as shown below. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. Hold the thread end with your left , and c then remove the bobbin from other models are used, the machine will be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks that the thread passes under...
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... front. • Be careful not to raise the needle, and then raise the presser foot lever. b a Needle position button b Presser foot lever Turn off the sewing machine. d Hold the bobbin with your right hand and hold down the bobbin with your right g hand, and then guide the thread as shown with f your...
... front. • Be careful not to raise the needle, and then raise the presser foot lever. b a Needle position button b Presser foot lever Turn off the sewing machine. d Hold the bobbin with your right hand and hold down the bobbin with your right g hand, and then guide the thread as shown with f your...