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... Appliquéing ...59 Editing and Saving Patterns 61 Adjusting the layout and the size ...61 Adjusting the upper thread tension ...63 Adjusting the bobbin thread tension ...64 Connecting character patterns ...65 Resewing ...66 Thread runs out partway through a design ...67 Stopping while embroidering ...67 Using the Memory Function 69 Embroidery data precautions ...69...
... Appliquéing ...59 Editing and Saving Patterns 61 Adjusting the layout and the size ...61 Adjusting the upper thread tension ...63 Adjusting the bobbin thread tension ...64 Connecting character patterns ...65 Resewing ...66 Thread runs out partway through a design ...67 Stopping while embroidering ...67 Using the Memory Function 69 Embroidery data precautions ...69...
Users Manual - English
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... using the USB cable (page 71). g Lighting Start/Stop button When the green light is on, the machine is warming up the bobbin thread (page 34). Machine Features a Automatic thread cutting The thread can embroider built-in your PC become available by one press of a lever (page 38). f Easy-to work on the website... decorations, and designs from optional embroidery cards (page 49). 7 d Bright light The convenient LED lamp makes it easy to -use needle threader You can wind bobbins with one press of a button (page 29). c USB port Various embroidery patterns on dark fabrics.
... using the USB cable (page 71). g Lighting Start/Stop button When the green light is on, the machine is warming up the bobbin thread (page 34). Machine Features a Automatic thread cutting The thread can embroider built-in your PC become available by one press of a lever (page 38). f Easy-to work on the website... decorations, and designs from optional embroidery cards (page 49). 7 d Bright light The convenient LED lamp makes it easy to -use needle threader You can wind bobbins with one press of a button (page 29). c USB port Various embroidery patterns on dark fabrics.
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... XE5366-001 XC4487-021 8 Part Name 13 Touch pen 14 Embroidery foot "Q" (on machine) 7 Spool cap (small) 8 Spool net 9 Scissors 10 Disc-shaped screwdriver 11 Brother poly #90 bobbin thread 12 Screwdriver Part Code Americas Others XZ5082-001 SFB: SA156 XA5539151 X59535-051 X59476-021 130012-024 No. Part Name 1 Seam ripper...
... XE5366-001 XC4487-021 8 Part Name 13 Touch pen 14 Embroidery foot "Q" (on machine) 7 Spool cap (small) 8 Spool net 9 Scissors 10 Disc-shaped screwdriver 11 Brother poly #90 bobbin thread 12 Screwdriver Part Code Americas Others XZ5082-001 SFB: SA156 XA5539151 X59535-051 X59476-021 130012-024 No. Part Name 1 Seam ripper...
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... ". Optional accessories The following are subject to change without notice. No. Part Name 1 Brother poly #90 bobbin thread 2 Embroidery card Embroidery set (small) 3 H 2 cm × W 6 cm (H 1 inch × W 2-1/2 inches) Embroidery set (large) 4 H 17 cm × W 10 cm (H 6-3/4 inches × W 4 inches) Water soluble stabilizer 5 ...
... ". Optional accessories The following are subject to change without notice. No. Part Name 1 Brother poly #90 bobbin thread 2 Embroidery card Embroidery set (small) 3 H 2 cm × W 6 cm (H 1 inch × W 2-1/2 inches) Embroidery set (large) 4 H 17 cm × W 10 cm (H 6-3/4 inches × W 4 inches) Water soluble stabilizer 5 ...
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... pin. Before using the machine, carefully read these buttons to raise and lower the embroidery foot . Front view a Thread guide cover (page 31, 39) Pass the thread under this thread guide cover when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. e LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) (page 22) Setting for the selected pattern and error...
... pin. Before using the machine, carefully read these buttons to raise and lower the embroidery foot . Front view a Thread guide cover (page 31, 39) Pass the thread under this thread guide cover when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. e LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) (page 22) Setting for the selected pattern and error...
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...: The machine is embroidering. The machine is winding the bobbin thread, or the bobbin winder shaft is moved to embroider or is ready to the right side. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. Note z Do not press the thread cutter button if there is no fabric under the embroidery... button Press the needle position button to the machine may become tangled or damage to cut both the upper thread and the bobbin threads. CAUTION ● Do not press the thread cutter button after embroidering is embroidering, otherwise damage to raise or lower the needle. The button changes color ...
...: The machine is embroidering. The machine is winding the bobbin thread, or the bobbin winder shaft is moved to embroider or is ready to the right side. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. Note z Do not press the thread cutter button if there is no fabric under the embroidery... button Press the needle position button to the machine may become tangled or damage to cut both the upper thread and the bobbin threads. CAUTION ● Do not press the thread cutter button after embroidering is embroidering, otherwise damage to raise or lower the needle. The button changes color ...
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..., refer to display the previous page when there are items that are not displayed on using the machine. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement. 13 d Next page key Press to display the next page when there are items that are...
..., refer to display the previous page when there are items that are not displayed on using the machine. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement. 13 d Next page key Press to display the next page when there are items that are...
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... follows. 1 Embroidery unit attachment Attach the embroidery unit. For details, refer to "Winding/Installing the Bobbin" (page 29). ↓ 4 Fabric preparation Attach a stabilizer material to "Replacing the needle" (page 28). ↓ 3 Bobbin thread setup For the bobbin thread, wind embroidery bobbin thread and set it in place. For details, refer to "Selecting Embroidery Patterns" (page 50). ↓...
... follows. 1 Embroidery unit attachment Attach the embroidery unit. For details, refer to "Winding/Installing the Bobbin" (page 29). ↓ 4 Fabric preparation Attach a stabilizer material to "Replacing the needle" (page 28). ↓ 3 Bobbin thread setup For the bobbin thread, wind embroidery bobbin thread and set it in place. For details, refer to "Selecting Embroidery Patterns" (page 50). ↓...
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... (Back key) to return to the d next page. a X The LCD comes on the LCD. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 25 bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / Example: Upper threading needle replacement on . X The initial screen appears again. c ab c After you finish viewing, press e key) two times. (Back f ed a Upper...
... (Back key) to return to the d next page. a X The LCD comes on the LCD. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 25 bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / Example: Upper threading needle replacement on . X The initial screen appears again. c ab c After you finish viewing, press e key) two times. (Back f ed a Upper...
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... not embroider the fabric. For details, refer to embroider, be embroidered. GETTING READY Preparing Items for Embroidering The following is enough bobbin thread. For details, refer to embroider. z Before starting to "Setting the fabric in injury. ● Be careful when embroidering overlapping...Stabilizer material (option) Attach a stabilizer material for embroidery machines. Prepare a piece of the pattern you continue embroidering when the bobbin thread is space between the embroidery foot and the fabric, the fabric can be sure there is necessary for embroidering. ■ ...
... not embroider the fabric. For details, refer to embroider, be embroidered. GETTING READY Preparing Items for Embroidering The following is enough bobbin thread. For details, refer to embroider. z Before starting to "Setting the fabric in injury. ● Be careful when embroidering overlapping...Stabilizer material (option) Attach a stabilizer material for embroidery machines. Prepare a piece of the pattern you continue embroidering when the bobbin thread is space between the embroidery foot and the fabric, the fabric can be sure there is necessary for embroidering. ■ ...
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..., the machine will not operate correctly. b a c a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin Memo z Use embroidery bobbin thread intended for this machine to "Optional accessories" (page 9). If you use the Bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) designed specifically for this machine. Winding/Installing the Bobbin 29 If bobbins from other bobbin may not turn out correctly. CAUTION ●...
..., the machine will not operate correctly. b a c a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin Memo z Use embroidery bobbin thread intended for this machine to "Optional accessories" (page 9). If you use the Bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) designed specifically for this machine. Winding/Installing the Bobbin 29 If bobbins from other bobbin may not turn out correctly. CAUTION ●...
Users Manual - English
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.... a Place the spool of the c arrow until it snaps into the notch in the direction of thread for the bobbin onto e the spool pin. a b a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder in the bobbin. Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the front at the bottom. a b a Spool...Pick up in the spool or the machine may be damaged. ● 30 Place the bobbin on the shaft fits into place. Memo z Use the embroidery bobbin thread for the spool being used , the thread may become tangled around the spool pin. Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin and ...
.... a Place the spool of the c arrow until it snaps into the notch in the direction of thread for the bobbin onto e the spool pin. a b a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder in the bobbin. Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the front at the bottom. a b a Spool...Pick up in the spool or the machine may be damaged. ● 30 Place the bobbin on the shaft fits into place. Memo z Use the embroidery bobbin thread for the spool being used , the thread may become tangled around the spool pin. Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin and ...
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... to wind the end of the thread. Make sure the bobbin thread is wound without cutting the thread using your right hand to wind the thread. 32 a a Start/stop the machine. CAUTION ● When the bobbin winding stops or becomes slow, stop button X The bobbin starts winding and "Winding bobbin thread..." Otherwise the thread may be damaged. GETTING READY Wind...
... to wind the end of the thread. Make sure the bobbin thread is wound without cutting the thread using your right hand to wind the thread. 32 a a Start/stop the machine. CAUTION ● When the bobbin winding stops or becomes slow, stop button X The bobbin starts winding and "Winding bobbin thread..." Otherwise the thread may be damaged. GETTING READY Wind...
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... size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other model Memo z The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks that has been correctly wound with your left , and c then remove the bobbin from other models are used, the machine will be incorrect. Use only the included...
... size 11.5 mm (7/16 inch) This model Other model Memo z The order that the bobbin thread should be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks that has been correctly wound with your left , and c then remove the bobbin from other models are used, the machine will be incorrect. Use only the included...
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Next, thread the upper thread. a b 2 1 a Tab b Lower-left corner of the bobbin case, it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 63). You can begin embroidering without pulling up the bobbin thread. GETTING READY Note z If the thread is finished. i Insert the tab in "Upper Threading" (page 37). 36 Continue with the procedure in the lower-left corner X The bobbin threading is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on the right side. a a Tension-adjusting spring Reattach the bobbin cover.
Next, thread the upper thread. a b 2 1 a Tab b Lower-left corner of the bobbin case, it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 63). You can begin embroidering without pulling up the bobbin thread. GETTING READY Note z If the thread is finished. i Insert the tab in "Upper Threading" (page 37). 36 Continue with the procedure in the lower-left corner X The bobbin threading is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on the right side. a a Tension-adjusting spring Reattach the bobbin cover.
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... frame holder. If one of the buttons is inserted, the pattern may hit the embroidery frame, resulting in until it into the bobbin case. Wind the embroidery bobbin thread onto the a bobbin and set the embroidery frame into 1 Attaching the embroidery frame e the embroidery carriage frame holder from the top. Otherwise, the embroidery foot...
... frame holder. If one of the buttons is inserted, the pattern may hit the embroidery frame, resulting in until it into the bobbin case. Wind the embroidery bobbin thread onto the a bobbin and set the embroidery frame into 1 Attaching the embroidery frame e the embroidery carriage frame holder from the top. Otherwise, the embroidery foot...
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...counterclockwise being careful not to over -loosen the screw, approximately 30-45 degrees to decrease bobbin tension. ■ Bobbin thread is difficult to turn, do not use force. Should damage occur, the bobbin case may not maintain proper tension. 64 a b a Right side of fabric b ...screw on the wrong side of fabric. CAUTION ● When adjusting the bobbin case, be adjusted, if necessary, to accommodate the bobbin tension for embroidering. EMBROIDERY Adjusting the bobbin thread tension The bobbin case installed in this may result in either (rotational) direction may cause...
...counterclockwise being careful not to over -loosen the screw, approximately 30-45 degrees to decrease bobbin tension. ■ Bobbin thread is difficult to turn, do not use force. Should damage occur, the bobbin case may not maintain proper tension. 64 a b a Right side of fabric b ...screw on the wrong side of fabric. CAUTION ● When adjusting the bobbin case, be adjusted, if necessary, to accommodate the bobbin tension for embroidering. EMBROIDERY Adjusting the bobbin thread tension The bobbin case installed in this may result in either (rotational) direction may cause...
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...needle count on the screen. Restart the embroidery. a Press . For details, refer to adjust it again. 2 Set the upper thread or bobbin thread. c If the needle count is turned off the machine. Editing and Saving Patterns 67 Memo z When the machine is not ...c (Embroidery key). X The confirmation message is complete, When the upper thread or the bobbin thread runs out while embroidering, the machine stops. b Press (Start/stop button) to the previous screen. Press . Thread runs out partway Stopping while embroidering through a design If the embroidery is ...
...needle count on the screen. Restart the embroidery. a Press . For details, refer to adjust it again. 2 Set the upper thread or bobbin thread. c If the needle count is turned off the machine. Editing and Saving Patterns 67 Memo z When the machine is not ...c (Embroidery key). X The confirmation message is complete, When the upper thread or the bobbin thread runs out while embroidering, the machine stops. b Press (Start/stop button) to the previous screen. Press . Thread runs out partway Stopping while embroidering through a design If the embroidery is ...
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... needle plate cover into i the needle plate, and then slide the cover back on the bobbin thread ● Never use a bobbin case that the bobbin case is scratched. Otherwise, the upper thread may become 3 sensor, the sensor may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XD1855-351), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Be sure...
... needle plate cover into i the needle plate, and then slide the cover back on the bobbin thread ● Never use a bobbin case that the bobbin case is scratched. Otherwise, the upper thread may become 3 sensor, the sensor may suffer. For a new bobbin case (part code: XD1855-351), contact your nearest authorized service center. ● Be sure...
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... upper thread was not threaded correctly. Correct the upper threading. The upper thread tension is incorrectly installed. Remove the tangled thread. Replace the needle. page 31 page 32 The bobbin thread is too tight. page 34 The lower thread is tangled. The thread is tangled or breaks. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. The upper thread was not The thread tension threaded correctly...
... upper thread was not threaded correctly. Correct the upper threading. The upper thread tension is incorrectly installed. Remove the tangled thread. Replace the needle. page 31 page 32 The bobbin thread is too tight. page 34 The lower thread is tangled. The thread is tangled or breaks. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. The upper thread was not The thread tension threaded correctly...
