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Computerized Embroidery and Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code 885-V31/V33 GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES EMBROIDERY APPENDIX
Computerized Embroidery and Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code 885-V31/V33 GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES EMBROIDERY APPENDIX
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To reduce the risk of electric shock 1 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after you have finished reading this embroidery and sewing machine. WARNING - Return the machine to turn it off, then grasp the plug and pull it out of lint, dust, and loose cloth. • Do ...not store objects on the unit. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot control free from...
To reduce the risk of electric shock 1 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after you have finished reading this embroidery and sewing machine. WARNING - Return the machine to turn it off, then grasp the plug and pull it out of lint, dust, and loose cloth. • Do ...not store objects on the unit. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot control free from...
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...stabilizer material to the fabric 126 Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame ...127 Attaching the Embroidery Frame 130 Attaching the embroidery frame ...130 Removing the embroidery frame ...131 Selecting Embroidery Patterns 132 Copyright information ...132 Embroidery pattern types ...132 LCD (liquid crystal display) operation ...133...148 Stopping while embroidering ...148 Saving patterns...150 APPENDIX 151 Care and Maintenance ...152 Cleaning the machine surface ...152 Cleaning the race ...152 Troubleshooting ...154 Error messages ...159 Adjusting the LCD ...163 Operation beep...163 Index ......
...stabilizer material to the fabric 126 Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame ...127 Attaching the Embroidery Frame 130 Attaching the embroidery frame ...130 Removing the embroidery frame ...131 Selecting Embroidery Patterns 132 Copyright information ...132 Embroidery pattern types ...132 LCD (liquid crystal display) operation ...133...148 Stopping while embroidering ...148 Saving patterns...150 APPENDIX 151 Care and Maintenance ...152 Cleaning the machine surface ...152 Cleaning the race ...152 Troubleshooting ...154 Error messages ...159 Adjusting the LCD ...163 Operation beep...163 Index ......
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...22). f Bright light The convenient LED lamp makes it easy to work on , the machine is ready to -use needle threader You can embroider built-in utility stitches available (page 70). h Easy-to sew. i Embroidery You can thread the needle easily by one press of fabric weights (page 11). g ...bobbin winding system With the fast and simple bobbin winder, you can be cut automatically after sewing (page 55, 62). A red or orange light indicates an error or that the machine is on dark fabrics. Machine Features 9 a Automatic thread cutting The thread can wind bobbins with one press of a ...
...22). f Bright light The convenient LED lamp makes it easy to work on , the machine is ready to -use needle threader You can embroider built-in utility stitches available (page 70). h Easy-to sew. i Embroidery You can thread the needle easily by one press of fabric weights (page 11). g ...bobbin winding system With the fast and simple bobbin winder, you can be cut automatically after sewing (page 55, 62). A red or orange light indicates an error or that the machine is on dark fabrics. Machine Features 9 a Automatic thread cutting The thread can wind bobbins with one press of a ...
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...Code U.S.A. / Canada Others 130013-154 XE2241-001 XA5523-020 XD0501-021(EU area) XC8816-021(other . z Visit your machine. 9 Part Name Embroidery bobbin thread (white) Embroidery bobbin thread (black) Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Other SAEBT EBT-CEN X81164-001 SAEBT999 EBT-CEBN XC5520-001 Memo z... To obtain optional accessories or parts, visit [http://www.brother.com/], or [http://www.brothermall.com] (in USA). The ...
...Code U.S.A. / Canada Others 130013-154 XE2241-001 XA5523-020 XD0501-021(EU area) XC8816-021(other . z Visit your machine. 9 Part Name Embroidery bobbin thread (white) Embroidery bobbin thread (black) Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Other SAEBT EBT-CEN X81164-001 SAEBT999 EBT-CEBN XC5520-001 Memo z... To obtain optional accessories or parts, visit [http://www.brother.com/], or [http://www.brothermall.com] (in USA). The ...
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... crystal display) (touch panel) (page 18) Setting for the embroidery unit. b Thread guide (page 24, 33) Pass the thread under this panel to select stitches or embroidery patterns, or check how to learn the names of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. h Presser foot lever (page... 50) Raise and lower the presser foot lever to operate the machine. c Spool pin (page 23, 32) ...
... crystal display) (touch panel) (page 18) Setting for the embroidery unit. b Thread guide (page 24, 33) Pass the thread under this panel to select stitches or embroidery patterns, or check how to learn the names of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. h Presser foot lever (page... 50) Raise and lower the presser foot lever to operate the machine. c Spool pin (page 23, 32) ...
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... 28) Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin into the power supply jack. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is installed onto the presser foot holder. e Main power switch (page 17) Use the main power switch to clean the bobbin case and race... embroidery card. g Power supply jack (page 17) Insert the plug on the fabric as the sewing takes place. b Handwheel (page 50) Turn the handwheel toward you are learning to sew one stitch. Memo z Refer to pages 10 through 13 while you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle to use your machine....
... 28) Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin into the power supply jack. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is installed onto the presser foot holder. e Main power switch (page 17) Use the main power switch to clean the bobbin case and race... embroidery card. g Power supply jack (page 17) Insert the plug on the fabric as the sewing takes place. b Handwheel (page 50) Turn the handwheel toward you are learning to sew one stitch. Memo z Refer to pages 10 through 13 while you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle to use your machine....
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... adjusted, etc. d Next page key Displays the next page when there are items that are not displayed on using the sewing machine. i Sewing machine help key Press to perform operations. g Embroidery key Press this key to sew embroidery. a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Setting for the selected stitch or pattern and error messages appear in the...
... adjusted, etc. d Next page key Displays the next page when there are items that are not displayed on using the sewing machine. i Sewing machine help key Press to perform operations. g Embroidery key Press this key to sew embroidery. a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Setting for the selected stitch or pattern and error messages appear in the...
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... contained i Horizontal mirror image j Automatic thread cutting k Automatic reverse/reinforcement l Single/twin needle sewing and needle stop position Memo z A different screen is displayed when the embroidery unit is turned on, the LCD comes on the right side of the sewing machine. When you touch the LCD screen according to "Error messages" (page 159) for... on the LCD using the keys on . GETTING READY LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation Selected stitch, pattern settings and messages are explained in "Selecting an embroidery pattern" (page 137).
... contained i Horizontal mirror image j Automatic thread cutting k Automatic reverse/reinforcement l Single/twin needle sewing and needle stop position Memo z A different screen is displayed when the embroidery unit is turned on, the LCD comes on the right side of the sewing machine. When you touch the LCD screen according to "Error messages" (page 159) for... on the LCD using the keys on . GETTING READY LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation Selected stitch, pattern settings and messages are explained in "Selecting an embroidery pattern" (page 137).
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...Attribute Needle position Stitch width control Thread color display Icon Details Settings Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is selected) Embroidery/Country/Madeira poly/Madeira rayon/Sulky/ Robison Anton Display unit Selects the measurement units that can be adjusted with...purchase. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 19 is turned on. For details on the embroidery screen (page 133). Changing the machine settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed . Down Up Allows the stitch width to be set are displayed ...
...Attribute Needle position Stitch width control Thread color display Icon Details Settings Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is selected) Embroidery/Country/Madeira poly/Madeira rayon/Sulky/ Robison Anton Display unit Selects the measurement units that can be adjusted with...purchase. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 19 is turned on. For details on the embroidery screen (page 133). Changing the machine settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed . Down Up Allows the stitch width to be set are displayed ...
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...LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 21 Simple explanations can be displayed. X The sewing machine help key) on the sewing machine. c a b cd After you return to the previous page. Press the item... to the d next page. procedures If you press (Previous page key), you finish viewing, press e key) two times. (Back h g fe a Upper threading b Bobbin winding c Bobbin installation d Needle replacement e Presser foot replacement f Embroidery foot attachment g Embroidery frame attachment h Embroidery...
...LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 21 Simple explanations can be displayed. X The sewing machine help key) on the sewing machine. c a b cd After you return to the previous page. Press the item... to the d next page. procedures If you press (Previous page key), you finish viewing, press e key) two times. (Back h g fe a Upper threading b Bobbin winding c Bobbin installation d Needle replacement e Presser foot replacement f Embroidery foot attachment g Embroidery frame attachment h Embroidery...
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... pin CAUTION ● If the spool or the spool cap is horizontal and the thread unwinds to choose a spool cap that the spring on the sewing machine. a b a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder in the direction of spool being used . Slide the spool cap as far as possible... to its original position. If the spool cap is inserted onto the spool pin. Memo z For embroidering, use the embroidery bobbin thread. X (Start/stop button) lights up the spool pin and remove the spool d cap that the thread unwinds correctly, the thread may catch...
... pin CAUTION ● If the spool or the spool cap is horizontal and the thread unwinds to choose a spool cap that the spring on the sewing machine. a b a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder in the direction of spool being used . Slide the spool cap as far as possible... to its original position. If the spool cap is inserted onto the spool pin. Memo z For embroidering, use the embroidery bobbin thread. X (Start/stop button) lights up the spool pin and remove the spool d cap that the thread unwinds correctly, the thread may catch...
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...90/14 to 75/11), the needle may be skipped stitches. a a a Flat surface 40 z A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. ■ Ball point needle (gold colored) To avoid skipped stitches use ball point needles with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle...combination of the needle on thick fabrics such as 65/9 to 100/16 needle, regardless of the fabric or thread. ■ Embroidery needles Use a 75/11 home sewing machine needle. Before using the needle, place the flat side of the fabric, thread and needle is , the thicker the thread, and...
...90/14 to 75/11), the needle may be skipped stitches. a a a Flat surface 40 z A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. ■ Ball point needle (gold colored) To avoid skipped stitches use ball point needles with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle...combination of the needle on thick fabrics such as 65/9 to 100/16 needle, regardless of the fabric or thread. ■ Embroidery needles Use a 75/11 home sewing machine needle. Before using the needle, place the flat side of the fabric, thread and needle is , the thicker the thread, and...
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... Replace the presser foot as described below. Memo z For details on attaching the embroidery foot "Q", refer to turn off the sewing machine. c a a Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine. Replacing the Presser Foot 43 Press the black button at the back of any ...other presser foot may result in injuries or damage to the machine. z Zigzag foot "J" is already installed when the sewing machine is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. a CAUTION z Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to "Attaching the Embroidery Foot" (page 120). a b a Black button b ...
... Replace the presser foot as described below. Memo z For details on attaching the embroidery foot "Q", refer to turn off the sewing machine. c a a Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine. Replacing the Presser Foot 43 Press the black button at the back of any ...other presser foot may result in injuries or damage to the machine. z Zigzag foot "J" is already installed when the sewing machine is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. a CAUTION z Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to "Attaching the Embroidery Foot" (page 120). a b a Black button b ...
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... bar X The presser foot is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. If the screw is raised. CAUTION z Before attaching/removing the presser foot, be sure to remove the presser foot holder. Replacing the Presser Foot 45 embroidery foot, optional free-motion open toe quilting foot "O" and... bar. a • For details, refer to loosen the presser foot b holder screw. Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that Align the presser foot holder with your c right hand, and then tighten the screw using the ...
... bar X The presser foot is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. If the screw is raised. CAUTION z Before attaching/removing the presser foot, be sure to remove the presser foot holder. Replacing the Presser Foot 45 embroidery foot, optional free-motion open toe quilting foot "O" and... bar. a • For details, refer to loosen the presser foot b holder screw. Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that Align the presser foot holder with your c right hand, and then tighten the screw using the ...
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... can be sure to use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle. EMBROIDERY Embroidering Neatly This section describes the preparations and basic procedures for embroidery machines. Memo z A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is necessary for embroidering. ■ Embroidery thread (option) For the upper thread, use the embroidery bobbin thread. CAUTION ● Do not embroider fabrics...
... can be sure to use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle. EMBROIDERY Embroidering Neatly This section describes the preparations and basic procedures for embroidery machines. Memo z A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is necessary for embroidering. ■ Embroidery thread (option) For the upper thread, use the embroidery bobbin thread. CAUTION ● Do not embroider fabrics...
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... holder screw CAUTION ● Always use the embroidery foot "Q" when embroidering. Check the handwheel mark is correctly raised when the mark on the back of d the presser foot holder to turn off the sewing machine. Otherwise, injuries may hit the presser foot ...is raised. c a a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. EMBROIDERY Attaching the Embroidery Foot This section describes how to raise the needle. Turn off the sewing machine. b a Black button b Presser foot holder X The presser foot holder releases the presser foot....
... holder screw CAUTION ● Always use the embroidery foot "Q" when embroidering. Check the handwheel mark is correctly raised when the mark on the back of d the presser foot holder to turn off the sewing machine. Otherwise, injuries may hit the presser foot ...is raised. c a a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. EMBROIDERY Attaching the Embroidery Foot This section describes how to raise the needle. Turn off the sewing machine. b a Black button b Presser foot holder X The presser foot holder releases the presser foot....
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... your finger, loosen the presser foot holder screw, and then remove embroidery foot "Q". c a a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. a a Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine. e • For details, refer to raise the needle. EMBROIDERY Removing the embroidery foot Press (Needle position button) once or a twice to "Removing...
... your finger, loosen the presser foot holder screw, and then remove embroidery foot "Q". c a a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. a a Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine. e • For details, refer to raise the needle. EMBROIDERY Removing the embroidery foot Press (Needle position button) once or a twice to "Removing...
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... do not forcefully move the sewing machine with the embroidery unit in the a 4 embroidery unit connector slot. It may result. Embroidery unit precautions Attaching the embroidery unit CAUTION ● Do not move it may cause malfunctions. Get the included embroidery unit ready. Turn off the sewing machine before attaching the embroidery unit. Attaching the Embroidery Unit This section describes how to...
... do not forcefully move the sewing machine with the embroidery unit in the a 4 embroidery unit connector slot. It may result. Embroidery unit precautions Attaching the embroidery unit CAUTION ● Do not move it may cause malfunctions. Get the included embroidery unit ready. Turn off the sewing machine before attaching the embroidery unit. Attaching the Embroidery Unit This section describes how to...
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... no objects or hands are near the carriage. Note z Make sure that no gap between the embroidery unit and the sewing machine, otherwise the embroidery pattern may return to fully insert the connector into the connection port. Note z If the machine is initialized with hands or objects near the carriage, turn the power on the...
... no objects or hands are near the carriage. Note z Make sure that no gap between the embroidery unit and the sewing machine, otherwise the embroidery pattern may return to fully insert the connector into the connection port. Note z If the machine is initialized with hands or objects near the carriage, turn the power on the...