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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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... the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning, when making any opening. • Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are leaving the machine unattended. To reduce the risk of lint, dust, and loose cloth. • Do not use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as it ...could cause the needle to break. • Do not push or pull the fabric when embroidering. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. • Never drop or insert any adjustments mentioned in the needle area. • Do not use extension cords. ...
... the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning, when making any opening. • Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are leaving the machine unattended. To reduce the risk of lint, dust, and loose cloth. • Do not use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as it ...could cause the needle to break. • Do not push or pull the fabric when embroidering. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. • Never drop or insert any adjustments mentioned in the needle area. • Do not use extension cords. ...
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...manufacturer as described in the back of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Use this manual. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in... the manual. Do not use or store the machine near children. • Do not use . 1 The contents of this...
...manufacturer as described in the back of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Use this manual. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is required, first follow the troubleshooting table in... the manual. Do not use or store the machine near children. • Do not use . 1 The contents of this...
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... buttons ...10 Operation panel ...11 GETTING READY 13 Embroidery Step by 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 Display) Operation 20...
... buttons ...10 Operation panel ...11 GETTING READY 13 Embroidery Step by 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 Display) Operation 20...
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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 .........68 Bobbin thread 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...
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 .........68 Bobbin thread 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...
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... for purchasing this manual for future reference. In addition, after embroidering (page 51). c Automatic thread cutting The thread can start embroiderying without pulling up the bobbin thread (page 28). d Embroidery You can quickly be wound with thread (page 24). Before using the machine, carefully read the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS", and then study this...
... for purchasing this manual for future reference. In addition, after embroidering (page 51). c Automatic thread cutting The thread can start embroiderying without pulling up the bobbin thread (page 28). d Embroidery You can quickly be wound with thread (page 24). Before using the machine, carefully read the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS", and then study this...
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... SA444/EF84 EF84: XD0600- 002 XC1807-121 XZ5004-021 XC4487-021 6 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...
... SA444/EF84 EF84: XD0600- 002 XC1807-121 XZ5004-021 XC4487-021 6 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...
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...time of optional accessories available for your sales representative or the nearest authorized service center. z Visit your nearest authorized retailer for embroidery 3 Embroidery card Embroidery set (extra large BM3: X81175-001 EBT-CEN 6 (multi-position)) H 30 cm X W 13 cm - (H ...12 inches X W 5 inches) SA443/ EF83 SA445 EF83: XD0599-002 EF85: XD0601-002 SA442/ EF82 EF82: XD0598-002 Memo z To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your machine. 7 Part Name 1 Brother...
...time of optional accessories available for your sales representative or the nearest authorized service center. z Visit your nearest authorized retailer for embroidery 3 Embroidery card Embroidery set (extra large BM3: X81175-001 EBT-CEN 6 (multi-position)) H 30 cm X W 13 cm - (H ...12 inches X W 5 inches) SA443/ EF83 SA445 EF83: XD0599-002 EF85: XD0601-002 SA442/ EF82 EF82: XD0598-002 Memo z To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your machine. 7 Part Name 1 Brother...
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... place the spool of thread on the spool pin. Before using the machine can be displayed (page 11). 8 h Embroidery unit connector slot Plug in the connector for using the machine, carefully read these buttons to operate the machine. e Top cover Open the top cover to thread the needle. g... the bobbin thread. c Spool pin Place a spool of the machine and their functions are described below. l Thread cutter Pass the threads through the window to the machine, and then attach the embroidery frame. Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions The names of the various parts of thread...
... place the spool of thread on the spool pin. Before using the machine can be displayed (page 11). 8 h Embroidery unit connector slot Plug in the connector for using the machine, carefully read these buttons to operate the machine. e Top cover Open the top cover to thread the needle. g... the bobbin thread. c Spool pin Place a spool of the machine and their functions are described below. l Thread cutter Pass the threads through the window to the machine, and then attach the embroidery frame. Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions The names of the various parts of thread...
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... plug on and off. Memo z Refer to pages 8 through 11 while you (counterclockwise) to use your machine. 9 b Handwheel Turn the handwheel toward you are learning to raise and lower the needle. c Embroidery card slot Insert the embroidery card. d Air vent The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to clean the bobbin...
... plug on and off. Memo z Refer to pages 8 through 11 while you (counterclockwise) to use your machine. 9 b Handwheel Turn the handwheel toward you are learning to raise and lower the needle. c Embroidery card slot Insert the embroidery card. d Air vent The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to clean the bobbin...
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...Thread cutter button Press the thread cutter button after the threads have already been cut both the upper and the bobbin threads. Red: The machine can not embroider. The button changes color according to raise or lower the needle. When embroidering is stopped, the needle is pressed. CAUTION ...The operation buttons help you to start or stop embroidering. a Start/stop button Press the start/stop button to easily perform various basic machine operations. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. Note z Do not press the thread cutter button if there is no fabric under ...
...Thread cutter button Press the thread cutter button after the threads have already been cut both the upper and the bobbin threads. Red: The machine can not embroider. The button changes color according to raise or lower the needle. When embroidering is stopped, the needle is pressed. CAUTION ...The operation buttons help you to start or stop embroidering. a Start/stop button Press the start/stop button to easily perform various basic machine operations. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. Note z Do not press the thread cutter button if there is no fabric under ...
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...simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement. 11 a c d e b h f a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Touch the keys displayed on using the machine. d Next page key Press to perform operations. h Help key Press ... when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD. b Back key Press to return to store patterns in the machine's memory. c Previous page key Press to display the pattern type selection screen. e Memory key Press to the previous screen....
...simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement. 11 a c d e b h f a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Touch the keys displayed on using the machine. d Next page key Press to perform operations. h Help key Press ... when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD. b Back key Press to return to store patterns in the machine's memory. c Previous page key Press to display the pattern type selection screen. e Memory key Press to the previous screen....
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... to start embroidering are described in this chapter. Embroidery Step by 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 Display) Operation 20...
... to start embroidering are described in this chapter. Embroidery Step by 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 Display) Operation 20...
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..., refer to "Upper Threading" (page 30). 14 GETTING READY Embroidery Step by Step The basic steps for embroidery are as follows. 1 Attaching the embroidery unit Attach the embroidery unit. (If the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine does not operate.) For details, refer to "Attaching the embroidery unit" (page 15). ↓ 2 Checking the needle Use a needle...
..., refer to "Upper Threading" (page 30). 14 GETTING READY Embroidery Step by Step The basic steps for embroidery are as follows. 1 Attaching the embroidery unit Attach the embroidery unit. (If the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine does not operate.) For details, refer to "Attaching the embroidery unit" (page 15). ↓ 2 Checking the needle Use a needle...
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.... Turn off the machine. X The embroidery unit is displayed. a Slide the embroidery unit onto the machine b arm. Turn on the machine" (page 19). Before turning on the machine, attach the embroidery unit to "Turning on the machine. It may result. If the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine does not operate. 1 Embroidery unit precautions Attaching the embroidery unit Cautions for the...
.... Turn off the machine. X The embroidery unit is displayed. a Slide the embroidery unit onto the machine b arm. Turn on the machine" (page 19). Before turning on the machine, attach the embroidery unit to "Turning on the machine. It may result. If the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine does not operate. 1 Embroidery unit precautions Attaching the embroidery unit Cautions for the...
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... type is initialized with your hands or other objects near the carriage, turn off the machine. X The carriage moves to "Selecting Embroidery Patterns" (page 49). 16 Removing the embroidery unit • When an animation is turned on the screen, the message above will be stored. Press , and then press . It may cause injury...
... type is initialized with your hands or other objects near the carriage, turn off the machine. X The carriage moves to "Selecting Embroidery Patterns" (page 49). 16 Removing the embroidery unit • When an animation is turned on the screen, the message above will be stored. Press , and then press . It may cause injury...
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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. Attaching the Embroidery Unit 17
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...9679; Do not allow the power cord to be used for the power source. Otherwise a fire may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn the machine on the cord. WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for a long period of time. Electric shock may result. 18 If the... cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with many other power sources may result. ● Do...
...9679; Do not allow the power cord to be used for the power source. Otherwise a fire may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn the machine on the cord. WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for a long period of time. Electric shock may result. 18 If the... cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with many other power sources may result. ● Do...
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...to install the proper outlet. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. If the plug does not fit fully in any way. If the embroidery unit is intended to "|"). Press the left side of the main power switch on the right side of ... the power supply cord into the power supply jack on b the right side of the machine to turn off . Do not modify the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. embroidery unit to it to "Attaching the Embroidery Unit" (page 15).) Prepare the included power cord. Unplug the power supply cord from...
...to install the proper outlet. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. If the plug does not fit fully in any way. If the embroidery unit is intended to "|"). Press the left side of the main power switch on the right side of ... the power supply cord into the power supply jack on b the right side of the machine to turn off . Do not modify the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. embroidery unit to it to "Attaching the Embroidery Unit" (page 15).) Prepare the included power cord. Unplug the power supply cord from...
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... turned on, 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 the LCD. The...
... turned on, 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 the LCD. The...
