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Computerized Embroidery Machine Operation Manual Product Code 885-V51 GETTING READY EMBROIDERY APPENDIX Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).
Computerized Embroidery Machine Operation Manual Product Code 885-V51 GETTING READY EMBROIDERY APPENDIX Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).
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... or insert any other part may injure your back or knees. 4 Always keep your machine if the power is cut. 3 Never operate this embroidery machine. Before using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord. • When transporting the machine, be careful not to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical...
... or insert any other part may injure your back or knees. 4 Always keep your machine if the power is cut. 3 Never operate this embroidery machine. Before using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord. • When transporting the machine, be careful not to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical...
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... ...13 GETTING READY 15 Basic Steps for Embroidering 16 Turning the Machine On/Off 17 Power supply precautions ...17 Turning on the machine ...18 Turning off the machine ...18 Attaching the Embroidery Unit 19 Embroidery unit precautions ...19 Attaching the embroidery unit ...19 Removing the embroidery unit ...21 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 22 Viewing the LCD...
... ...13 GETTING READY 15 Basic Steps for Embroidering 16 Turning the Machine On/Off 17 Power supply precautions ...17 Turning on the machine ...18 Turning off the machine ...18 Attaching the Embroidery Unit 19 Embroidery unit precautions ...19 Attaching the embroidery unit ...19 Removing the embroidery unit ...21 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 22 Viewing the LCD...
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... Stopping while embroidering ...67 Using the Memory Function 69 Embroidery data precautions ...69 Saving patterns ...70 Retrieving embroidery patterns from the computer 71 APPENDIX 73 Care and Maintenance ...74 Cleaning the machine surface ...74 Cleaning the race ...74 Attaching the Embroidery Foot 76 Attaching the embroidery foot ...76 Troubleshooting ...78 Error messages ...82 Adjusting the...
... Stopping while embroidering ...67 Using the Memory Function 69 Embroidery data precautions ...69 Saving patterns ...70 Retrieving embroidery patterns from the computer 71 APPENDIX 73 Care and Maintenance ...74 Cleaning the machine surface ...74 Cleaning the race ...74 Attaching the Embroidery Foot 76 Attaching the embroidery foot ...76 Troubleshooting ...78 Error messages ...82 Adjusting the...
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... light indicates an error or that the machine is ready to work on , the machine is warming up the bobbin thread (page 34). f Easy-to-use needle threader You can thread the needle easily by using the USB cable (page 71). h Embroidery You can be cut automatically after embroidering ...(page 58). Machine Features a Automatic thread cutting The thread can embroider built-in your PC become available by one press of a lever (page...
... light indicates an error or that the machine is ready to work on , the machine is warming up the bobbin thread (page 34). f Easy-to-use needle threader You can thread the needle easily by using the USB cable (page 71). h Embroidery You can be cut automatically after embroidering ...(page 58). Machine Features a Automatic thread cutting The thread can embroider built-in your PC become available by one press of a lever (page...
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... set 4 Cleaning brush 5 Spool cap (large) 6 Spool cap (medium) (on machine) Embroidery set (medium) 15 H 10 cm X W 10 cm (H 4 inches X W 4 inches) 16 Dust cover 17 USB cable XE1372-001 18 Operation manual 130013-124 XA5523-020 XC1807-... Name 1 Seam ripper 2 Bobbin (4) (One is missing or damaged, contact your dealer. 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...
... set 4 Cleaning brush 5 Spool cap (large) 6 Spool cap (medium) (on machine) Embroidery set (medium) 15 H 10 cm X W 10 cm (H 4 inches X W 4 inches) 16 Dust cover 17 USB cable XE1372-001 18 Operation manual 130013-124 XA5523-020 XC1807-... Name 1 Seam ripper 2 Bobbin (4) (One is missing or damaged, contact your dealer. 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...
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... EF71: XC2026-102 BM5: XE0615-001 BM3: XE0806-001 Memo z To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your machine. 9 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 Stabilizer material for your...
... EF71: XC2026-102 BM5: XE0615-001 BM3: XE0806-001 Memo z To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your machine. 9 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 Stabilizer material for your...
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... the upper thread tension with this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. l Needle threader lever (page 41) Use the needle threader lever to the machine, and then attach the embroidery frame. Front view a Thread guide cover (page 31, 39) Pass the thread under this...up lever (page 40) o Bobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc (page 31) Pass the thread under this panel to select embroidery patterns, or check how to operate the machine. d Bobbin winder (page 29) Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin. h Presser foot lever (page 28) Raise ...
... the upper thread tension with this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. l Needle threader lever (page 41) Use the needle threader lever to the machine, and then attach the embroidery frame. Front view a Thread guide cover (page 31, 39) Pass the thread under this...up lever (page 40) o Bobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc (page 31) Pass the thread under this panel to select embroidery patterns, or check how to operate the machine. d Bobbin winder (page 29) Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin. h Presser foot lever (page 28) Raise ...
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... its handle when transporting the machine. d USB port (page 71) Connect the one end of the USB cable to this port and the other to be exchanged. f Main power switch (page 18) Use the main power switch to thread the needle. Needle and embroidery foot section Right-side/rear view a ...Thread guide disk (page 40) Pass the thread through the thread guide disk when using the needle threader to turn the machine on the power supply cord into the bobbin case. c Needle plate...
... its handle when transporting the machine. d USB port (page 71) Connect the one end of the USB cable to this port and the other to be exchanged. f Main power switch (page 18) Use the main power switch to thread the needle. Needle and embroidery foot section Right-side/rear view a ...Thread guide disk (page 40) Pass the thread through the thread guide disk when using the needle threader to turn the machine on the power supply cord into the bobbin case. c Needle plate...
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... been cut both the upper thread and the bobbin threads. The machine can not embroider. Note z Do not press the thread cutter button if there is no fabric under the embroidery foot or while the machine is embroidering, otherwise damage to embroider or is moved to easily ...perform various basic machine operations. Green: Red: Orange: The machine is stopped to raise or lower the needle. CAUTION ● Do...
... been cut both the upper thread and the bobbin threads. The machine can not embroider. Note z Do not press the thread cutter button if there is no fabric under the embroidery foot or while the machine is embroidering, otherwise damage to embroider or is moved to easily ...perform various basic machine operations. Green: Red: Orange: The machine is stopped to raise or lower the needle. CAUTION ● Do...
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... a touch pen to display the previous page when there are items that are not displayed on using the machine. c Previous page key Press to perform operations. For details, refer to save embroidery patterns and the alphanumeric characters in the LCD. e Memory key Press to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) ...Operation" (page 22). a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Setting for the selected pattern and error messages appear in the machine's memory. f Embroidery key Press to get help on the LCD. h Help key Press to display the pattern type selection screen.
... a touch pen to display the previous page when there are items that are not displayed on using the machine. c Previous page key Press to perform operations. For details, refer to save embroidery patterns and the alphanumeric characters in the LCD. e Memory key Press to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) ...Operation" (page 22). a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Setting for the selected pattern and error messages appear in the machine's memory. f Embroidery key Press to get help on the LCD. h Help key Press to display the pattern type selection screen.
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Basic Steps for Embroidering 16 Turning the Machine On/Off 17 Attaching the Embroidery Unit 19 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 22 Preparing Items for Embroidering 26 Preparing the Needle 27 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 29 Upper Threading ...37 Preparing the Fabric 43 Attaching the Embroidery Frame 47 1 GETTING READY The various preparations to start embroidering are described in this chapter.
Basic Steps for Embroidering 16 Turning the Machine On/Off 17 Attaching the Embroidery Unit 19 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 22 Preparing Items for Embroidering 26 Preparing the Needle 27 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 29 Upper Threading ...37 Preparing the Fabric 43 Attaching the Embroidery Frame 47 1 GETTING READY The various preparations to start embroidering are described in this chapter.
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...power switch is turned off the machine and unplug the power supply cord. In addition, before transporting the machine to another location, be sure to attach the embroidery unit to it to "|"). When restarting the machine, follow the necessary procedure to "Attaching the Embroidery Unit" (page 19).) Prepare ...cord. If it to " "). only) z This appliance has a polarized plug (one way. If the embroidery unit is turned on . X The light, LCD and (Start/stop button) go off when the machine is set to " "), and then plug the power supply cord into a b household electrical outlet. 1 ...
...power switch is turned off the machine and unplug the power supply cord. In addition, before transporting the machine to another location, be sure to attach the embroidery unit to it to "|"). When restarting the machine, follow the necessary procedure to "Attaching the Embroidery Unit" (page 19).) Prepare ...cord. If it to " "). only) z This appliance has a polarized plug (one way. If the embroidery unit is turned on . X The light, LCD and (Start/stop button) go off when the machine is set to " "), and then plug the power supply cord into a b household electrical outlet. 1 ...
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... be dropped and cause injury. ● Keep your hands and other objects away from the embroidery carriage and frame. z Do not lift up on the embroidery carriage, and do not forcefully move the machine with the embroidery unit in the embroidery unit connector slot. Otherwise injury may cause malfunctions. a Memo z Always turn off . a Carriage Attaching...
... be dropped and cause injury. ● Keep your hands and other objects away from the embroidery carriage and frame. z Do not lift up on the embroidery carriage, and do not forcefully move the machine with the embroidery unit in the embroidery unit connector slot. Otherwise injury may cause malfunctions. a Memo z Always turn off . a Carriage Attaching...
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... other objects near the carriage, the screen may not be sewn correctly. After removing whatever is displayed. GETTING READY Slide the embroidery unit onto the machine b arm. X The confirmation message is near the d embroidery unit and press . Push it in until it clicks and stops. Note z Make sure that no gap between the...
... other objects near the carriage, the screen may not be sewn correctly. After removing whatever is displayed. GETTING READY Slide the embroidery unit onto the machine b arm. X The confirmation message is near the d embroidery unit and press . Push it in until it clicks and stops. Note z Make sure that no gap between the...
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... left. Press , and then press . b a X The embroidery carriage moves into a position where it can be saved. a Release button X The embroidery unit separates from the machine. Removing the embroidery unit Hold the release button on the bottom left of d the embroidery unit, and slowly pull the embroidery unit to "Removing the embroidery frame" (page 48). Turn off the...
... left. Press , and then press . b a X The embroidery carriage moves into a position where it can be saved. a Release button X The embroidery unit separates from the machine. Removing the embroidery unit Hold the release button on the bottom left of d the embroidery unit, and slowly pull the embroidery unit to "Removing the embroidery frame" (page 48). Turn off the...
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...touch pen. For details, refer to "Removing the embroidery unit" (page 21). GETTING READY LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation Selected embroidery pattern, settings and messages are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the right side of the machine. a b a Pattern type selection You can ...select the pattern type from this screen. b Moves the embroidery unit carriage to "Embroidery pattern types" (page 50). Memo z Refer to the message displayed on the...
...touch pen. For details, refer to "Removing the embroidery unit" (page 21). GETTING READY LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation Selected embroidery pattern, settings and messages are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the right side of the machine. a b a Pattern type selection You can ...select the pattern type from this screen. b Moves the embroidery unit carriage to "Embroidery pattern types" (page 50). Memo z Refer to the message displayed on the...
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... operation (page 85). For details on the setting while embroidering, refer to embroider/Needle count/ Thread number (#123) Embroidery/Country/Madeira poly/Madeira rayon/Sulky/ Robison Anton Display unit Selects the measurement units that can be changed . Program version... the brightness of embroidery stitches. Lighter Darker Display the service count which is selected) Thread color/Time to "Setting for regular servicing. (Contact your machine in reverse highlighting are displayed (page 52). Changing the machine settings Various machine operations and settings can...
... operation (page 85). For details on the setting while embroidering, refer to embroider/Needle count/ Thread number (#123) Embroidery/Country/Madeira poly/Madeira rayon/Sulky/ Robison Anton Display unit Selects the measurement units that can be changed . Program version... the brightness of embroidery stitches. Lighter Darker Display the service count which is selected) Thread color/Time to "Setting for regular servicing. (Contact your machine in reverse highlighting are displayed (page 52). Changing the machine settings Various machine operations and settings can...
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... starting to embroider. If there is purchased. Memo z For good quality embroidery designs be sure to the fabric" (page 43). ■ Embroidery thread (option) For the upper thread, use embroidery thread designed for embroidery machines. For the bobbin thread, use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle. If you want to embroider, be embroidered. z When replacing the...
... starting to embroider. If there is purchased. Memo z For good quality embroidery designs be sure to the fabric" (page 43). ■ Embroidery thread (option) For the upper thread, use embroidery thread designed for embroidery machines. For the bobbin thread, use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle. If you want to embroider, be embroidered. z When replacing the...
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... is a registered trademark or a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are not clearly described within the text. Using the Memory Function Embroidery data precautions Observe the following precautions when using embroidery data other than our original patterns, the thread or needle may cause the embroidery machine to Create and Save Data •...
... is a registered trademark or a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are not clearly described within the text. Using the Memory Function Embroidery data precautions Observe the following precautions when using embroidery data other than our original patterns, the thread or needle may cause the embroidery machine to Create and Save Data •...
