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GETTING READY EMBROIDERY APPENDIX Computerized Embroidery Machine Operation Manual
GETTING READY EMBROIDERY APPENDIX Computerized Embroidery Machine Operation Manual
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... needle threader 34 Replacing the Needle ...35 Needle precautions ...35 Checking the needle ...35 Replacing the needle...36 EMBROIDERY 39 Embroidering Neatly ...40 What to prepare ...40 Preparing the Fabric ...42 Attaching a stabilizer material to the fabric ...42... Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame ...43 Attaching the Embroidery Frame 47 Attaching the embroidery frame ...47 Removing the embroidery frame ...48 Selecting Embroidery Patterns 49 Copyright information ...49 Embroidery pattern types...49 LCD (liquid crystal display) operation ...50 ...
... needle threader 34 Replacing the Needle ...35 Needle precautions ...35 Checking the needle ...35 Replacing the needle...36 EMBROIDERY 39 Embroidering Neatly ...40 What to prepare ...40 Preparing the Fabric ...42 Attaching a stabilizer material to the fabric ...42... Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame ...43 Attaching the Embroidery Frame 47 Attaching the embroidery frame ...47 Removing the embroidery frame ...48 Selecting Embroidery Patterns 49 Copyright information ...49 Embroidery pattern types...49 LCD (liquid crystal display) operation ...50 ...
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Using an embroidery card (sold separately) ...55 Embroidering ...56 Embroidering attractive finishes...56 Embroidering a pattern ...57 Appliquéing ...59 Editing and Saving Patterns 61 Adjusting the layout ...... is loose...68 Bobbin thread is tight ...68 APPENDIX 69 Care and Maintenance ...70 Cleaning the machine surface ...70 Cleaning the race ...70 Attaching the Embroidery Foot 72 Attaching the embroidery Foot "Q" ...72 Troubleshooting ...74 Error messages ...78 Adjusting the LCD ...81 Operation beep ...81 Canceling the operation beep ...82 Index ...83 4
Using an embroidery card (sold separately) ...55 Embroidering ...56 Embroidering attractive finishes...56 Embroidering a pattern ...57 Appliquéing ...59 Editing and Saving Patterns 61 Adjusting the layout ...... is loose...68 Bobbin thread is tight ...68 APPENDIX 69 Care and Maintenance ...70 Cleaning the machine surface ...70 Cleaning the race ...70 Attaching the Embroidery Foot 72 Attaching the embroidery Foot "Q" ...72 Troubleshooting ...74 Error messages ...78 Adjusting the LCD ...81 Operation beep ...81 Canceling the operation beep ...82 Index ...83 4
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c Automatic thread cutting The thread can start embroiderying without pulling up the bobbin thread (page 28). b Quick-set bobbin You can be cut automatically after you for the correct operation of the various functions. d Embroidery You can quickly and easily be accessed for ...future reference. Machine Features 1 23 4 a Simple bobbin-winding The bobbin can embroider built-in embroidery patterns, characters, framed decorations, and designs from optional embroidery cards (page 39). 5 Before using the machine, carefully read the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS", and then...
c Automatic thread cutting The thread can start embroiderying without pulling up the bobbin thread (page 28). b Quick-set bobbin You can be cut automatically after you for the correct operation of the various functions. d Embroidery You can quickly and easily be accessed for ...future reference. Machine Features 1 23 4 a Simple bobbin-winding The bobbin can embroider built-in embroidery patterns, characters, framed decorations, and designs from optional embroidery cards (page 39). 5 Before using the machine, carefully read the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS", and then...
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Part Name 10 Spool net 11 Operation manual 12 Quick reference guide 13 Embroidery foot "Q" (on machine) Embroidery set 4 Cleaning brush 5 Screwdriver (large) 6 Screwdriver (small) 7 Spool cap (large) 8 Spool cap (medium) 9 Spool cap (small) Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others X54243-051 SA156 SFB: XA5539- ...
Part Name 10 Spool net 11 Operation manual 12 Quick reference guide 13 Embroidery foot "Q" (on machine) Embroidery set 4 Cleaning brush 5 Screwdriver (large) 6 Screwdriver (small) 7 Spool cap (large) 8 Spool cap (medium) 9 Spool cap (small) Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others X54243-051 SA156 SFB: XA5539- ...
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...without notice. Part Name 1 Brother poly #90 bobbin thread Water solude stabilizer 2 Stabilizer material for your nearest authorized retailer for a complete listing of printing. Part Name Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Other EBT-PE SA520 SA519 EBT-PEN: Embroidery set (medium) XC5996-001... 5 H 10 cm X W 10 cm BM4: X81267-001 (H 4 inches X W 4 inches) EBT-CEN Embroidery set (small) 4 H 2 cm X W 6 cm (H 1 inch X W 2-1/2...
...without notice. Part Name 1 Brother poly #90 bobbin thread Water solude stabilizer 2 Stabilizer material for your nearest authorized retailer for a complete listing of printing. Part Name Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Other EBT-PE SA520 SA519 EBT-PEN: Embroidery set (medium) XC5996-001... 5 H 10 cm X W 10 cm BM4: X81267-001 (H 4 inches X W 4 inches) EBT-CEN Embroidery set (small) 4 H 2 cm X W 6 cm (H 1 inch X W 2-1/2...
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... of the various parts of the machine parts. Before using the machine can be displayed (page 11). 8 h Embroidery unit connector slot Plug in the connector for the embroidery unit. i Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower the presser foot j ...be selected and edited, and operations for using the machine, carefully read these buttons to the machine, and then attach the embroidery frame. k Embroidery unit Attach the embroidery unit to operate the machine. n Thread take -up lever check window Look through the thread cutter to learn the names of...
... of the various parts of the machine parts. Before using the machine can be displayed (page 11). 8 h Embroidery unit connector slot Plug in the connector for the embroidery unit. i Presser foot lever Raise and lower the presser foot lever to raise and lower the presser foot j ...be selected and edited, and operations for using the machine, carefully read these buttons to the machine, and then attach the embroidery frame. k Embroidery unit Attach the embroidery unit to operate the machine. n Thread take -up lever check window Look through the thread cutter to learn the names of...
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... to be exchanged. e Bobbin cover/bobbin case Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin into the power supply jack. c Embroidery card slot Insert the embroidery card. Do not cover the air vent while the machine is lowered, it enters the hole in the needle plate. d Air vent... The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to turn the machine on the power supply cord into the bobbin case. f Embroidery foot "Q" This presser foot is used . Memo z Refer to pages 8 through the needle bar thread guide. b Needle bar thread guide Pass the ...
... to be exchanged. e Bobbin cover/bobbin case Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin into the power supply jack. c Embroidery card slot Insert the embroidery card. Do not cover the air vent while the machine is lowered, it enters the hole in the needle plate. d Air vent... The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to turn the machine on the power supply cord into the bobbin case. f Embroidery foot "Q" This presser foot is used . Memo z Refer to pages 8 through the needle bar thread guide. b Needle bar thread guide Pass the ...
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... Press to return to display the pattern type selection screen. Operation panel The front operation panel has an LCD (liquid crystal display) and operation keys. g f Embroidery key Press to the previous screen. g Settings key Press to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation" (page 20). For details, refer to display the settings ...previous screen when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement. 11
... Press to return to display the pattern type selection screen. Operation panel The front operation panel has an LCD (liquid crystal display) and operation keys. g f Embroidery key Press to the previous screen. g Settings key Press to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation" (page 20). For details, refer to display the settings ...previous screen when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement. 11
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... Step 14 Attaching the Embroidery Unit 15 Embroidery unit precautions 15 Attaching the embroidery unit 15 Removing the embroidery unit 16 Turning the Machine On/Off 18 Power supply precautions 18 Turning on the machine 19 Turning off the machine 19 LCD (Liquid Crystal ...
... Step 14 Attaching the Embroidery Unit 15 Embroidery unit precautions 15 Attaching the embroidery unit 15 Removing the embroidery unit 16 Turning the Machine On/Off 18 Power supply precautions 18 Turning on the machine 19 Turning off the machine 19 LCD (Liquid Crystal ...
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.... frame For details, refer to "Upper Threading" (page 30). 14 For details on adjusting the layout, refer to the fabric, and hoop it in an embroidery frame. For details, refer to "Winding/Installing the Bobbin" (page 24). ↓ 4 Preparing the fabric Attach a stabilizer material to "Adjusting the layout" (page 61). ↓...
.... frame For details, refer to "Upper Threading" (page 30). 14 For details on adjusting the layout, refer to the fabric, and hoop it in an embroidery frame. For details, refer to "Winding/Installing the Bobbin" (page 24). ↓ 4 Preparing the fabric Attach a stabilizer material to "Adjusting the layout" (page 61). ↓...
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... not attached, the machine does not operate. 1 Embroidery unit precautions Attaching the embroidery unit Cautions for the embroidery unit will be damaged, and it . Turn on the machine" (page 19). Get the included embroidery unit ready. Attaching the Embroidery Unit 15 If the embroidery unit is attached. Attaching the Embroidery Unit This section describes how to "Turning...
... not attached, the machine does not operate. 1 Embroidery unit precautions Attaching the embroidery unit Cautions for the embroidery unit will be damaged, and it . Turn on the machine" (page 19). Get the included embroidery unit ready. Attaching the Embroidery Unit 15 If the embroidery unit is attached. Attaching the Embroidery Unit This section describes how to "Turning...
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...9679; Always turn the power on the screen, the message above will be stored. Remove the embroidery frame. Note z If the machine is displayed on again. Removing the embroidery unit • When an animation is initialized with your hands or other objects near the carriage,... turn off the machine before removing the embroidery unit. Press , and then press . It may return to "Selecting Embroidery Patterns" (page 49). 16 It may cause malfunctions if removed when the machine is displayed. ...
...9679; Always turn the power on the screen, the message above will be stored. Remove the embroidery frame. Note z If the machine is displayed on again. Removing the embroidery unit • When an animation is initialized with your hands or other objects near the carriage,... turn off the machine before removing the embroidery unit. Press , and then press . It may return to "Selecting Embroidery Patterns" (page 49). 16 It may cause malfunctions if removed when the machine is displayed. ...
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Attaching the Embroidery Unit 17 CAUTION ● Do not carry the embroidery unit by holding the release button compartment. Hold the release button on the bottom left of d the embroidery unit, and slowly pull the embroidery unit to the left. 1 a a Release button X The embroidery unit separates from the machine.
Attaching the Embroidery Unit 17 CAUTION ● Do not carry the embroidery unit by holding the release button compartment. Hold the release button on the bottom left of d the embroidery unit, and slowly pull the embroidery unit to the left. 1 a a Release button X The embroidery unit separates from the machine.
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... you are finished using the machine, turn the machine on (set it to " "). If the plug does not fit fully in any way. If the embroidery unit is set it to "|"). Make sure that the machine is being operated, turn it off. Note z If a power outage occurs while the machine is... outlet, reverse the plug. Insert the plug of the machine. To reduce the risk of the machine to turn it off. 1 refer to "Attaching the Embroidery Unit" (page 15).) Prepare the included power cord. Turning on the machine Turning off the machine Before turning on the machine, be sure to turn...
... you are finished using the machine, turn the machine on (set it to " "). If the plug does not fit fully in any way. If the embroidery unit is set it to "|"). Make sure that the machine is being operated, turn it off. Note z If a power outage occurs while the machine is... outlet, reverse the plug. Insert the plug of the machine. To reduce the risk of the machine to turn it off. 1 refer to "Attaching the Embroidery Unit" (page 15).) Prepare the included power cord. Turning on the machine Turning off the machine Before turning on the machine, be sure to turn...
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... be set so that the opening screen is not displayed (page 21).) ■ Pattern type selection screen a b c d g e f a Embroidery patterns b Additional embroidery patterns c Alphabet patterns d Frame patterns e Embroidery card f Patterns stored in the machine's memory g Moves the embroidery unit carriage to its storage position Memo z Refer to "Error messages" (page 78) for messages displayed on...
... be set so that the opening screen is not displayed (page 21).) ■ Pattern type selection screen a b c d g e f a Embroidery patterns b Additional embroidery patterns c Alphabet patterns d Frame patterns e Embroidery card f Patterns stored in the machine's memory g Moves the embroidery unit carriage to its storage position Memo z Refer to "Error messages" (page 78) for messages displayed on...
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...- LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 21 is sounded with each operation (page 82). Changing the machine settings Various machine operations and embroidery settings can be set are listed below. 1 Attribute Icon Details Settings Thread color display Changes the thread color display on the...screen when the power is turned on the embroidering settings, refer to take your machine in the screens to +8 Max embroidery speed Specifies the maximum embroidering speed. The attributes that can be changed.) Language Allows the language used in for embroidering).
...- LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 21 is sounded with each operation (page 82). Changing the machine settings Various machine operations and embroidery settings can be set are listed below. 1 Attribute Icon Details Settings Thread color display Changes the thread color display on the...screen when the power is turned on the embroidering settings, refer to take your machine in the screens to +8 Max embroidery speed Specifies the maximum embroidering speed. The attributes that can be changed.) Language Allows the language used in for embroidering).
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... Crystal Display) Operation 23 Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery Example: Upper threading 1 unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement on the machine. Press b (Help key) on . c 1 2 3 ...After you finish checking, press (Back 5 e key) two times. a Upper threading b Bobbin winding c Bobbin installation d Embroidery unit attachment e Embroidery frame attachment f Needle replacement X The first screen describing the procedure for the selected topic appears. • Press (Back key...
... Crystal Display) Operation 23 Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery Example: Upper threading 1 unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement on the machine. Press b (Help key) on . c 1 2 3 ...After you finish checking, press (Back 5 e key) two times. a Upper threading b Bobbin winding c Bobbin installation d Embroidery unit attachment e Embroidery frame attachment f Needle replacement X The first screen describing the procedure for the selected topic appears. • Press (Back key...
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.... 1 a Thread guide disk Pass the thread behind the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread in the order shown below. 1 a Shutter Note z If the embroidery foot has been lowered and the shutter is equipped with the needle threader. The thread can be used , refer to raise the... embroidery foot and open the shutter. GETTING READY While using the needle threader)" (page 34). Be sure to "Threading the needle manually (without using your right ...
.... 1 a Thread guide disk Pass the thread behind the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread in the order shown below. 1 a Shutter Note z If the embroidery foot has been lowered and the shutter is equipped with the needle threader. The thread can be used , refer to raise the... embroidery foot and open the shutter. GETTING READY While using the needle threader)" (page 34). Be sure to "Threading the needle manually (without using your right ...
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... the end of the thread. 1 a 80mm or more Lower the presser foot lever to thread the needle if the thread is cut correctly, lower the embroidery foot so that the thread is held in the eye of using thread that quickly winds off the spool, such as metallic thread, it clicks..., and then slowly return the lever to its original position. 1 1 1 a Cutter Note z If the thread is pulled through and cannot be difficult to lower the c embroidery foot. Lower the needle threader lever on the left d side of the machine. CAUTION ● When pulling out the thread, do not pull it with...
... the end of the thread. 1 a 80mm or more Lower the presser foot lever to thread the needle if the thread is cut correctly, lower the embroidery foot so that the thread is held in the eye of using thread that quickly winds off the spool, such as metallic thread, it clicks..., and then slowly return the lever to its original position. 1 1 1 a Cutter Note z If the thread is pulled through and cannot be difficult to lower the c embroidery foot. Lower the needle threader lever on the left d side of the machine. CAUTION ● When pulling out the thread, do not pull it with...