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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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... adjustments mentioned in use extension cords. Lifting the machine by its handle. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS", and then study this embroidery machine. Do not use the machine. In addition, after using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord. • When transporting the machine, be sure...
... adjustments mentioned in use extension cords. Lifting the machine by its handle. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS", and then study this embroidery machine. Do not use the machine. In addition, after using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord. • When transporting the machine, be sure...
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...Accessories ...8 Included accessories ...8 Optional accessories ...9 Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 10 Front view ...10 Needle and embroidery foot section ...11 Right-side/rear view ...11 Operation buttons ...12 Operation panel ...13 GETTING READY 15 Basic Steps ...the fabric ...43 Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame ...44 Attaching the Embroidery Frame 47 Attaching the embroidery frame ...47 Removing the embroidery frame ...48 EMBROIDERY 49 Selecting Embroidery Patterns 50 Copyright information ...50 Embroidery pattern types ...50 Setting for embroidering ...51 ...
...Accessories ...8 Included accessories ...8 Optional accessories ...9 Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 10 Front view ...10 Needle and embroidery foot section ...11 Right-side/rear view ...11 Operation buttons ...12 Operation panel ...13 GETTING READY 15 Basic Steps ...the fabric ...43 Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame ...44 Attaching the Embroidery Frame 47 Attaching the embroidery frame ...47 Removing the embroidery frame ...48 EMBROIDERY 49 Selecting Embroidery Patterns 50 Copyright information ...50 Embroidery pattern types ...50 Setting for embroidering ...51 ...
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... runs out partway through a design ...67 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 ......
... runs out partway through a design ...67 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 ......
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...the machine is ready to embroider. g Lighting Start/Stop button When the green light is warming up the bobbin thread (page 34). h Embroidery You can embroider built-in your PC become available by one press of a lever (page 38). b Fast bobbin winding system With the ...58). A red or orange light indicates an error or that the machine is on the website or saved in embroidery patterns, alphanumeric characters, framed decorations, and designs from optional embroidery cards (page 49). 7 Machine Features a Automatic thread cutting The thread can thread the needle easily by using ...
...the machine is ready to embroider. g Lighting Start/Stop button When the green light is warming up the bobbin thread (page 34). h Embroidery You can embroider built-in your PC become available by one press of a lever (page 38). b Fast bobbin winding system With the ...58). A red or orange light indicates an error or that the machine is on the website or saved in embroidery patterns, alphanumeric characters, framed decorations, and designs from optional embroidery cards (page 49). 7 Machine Features a Automatic thread cutting The thread can thread the needle easily by using ...
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...7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. *1 75/11 3 needles, 90/14 1 needle No. Part Name 13 Touch pen 14 Embroidery foot "Q" (on machine) Embroidery set 4 Cleaning brush 5 Spool cap (large) 6 Spool cap (medium) (on machine.) 3 Needle set (medium) 15 H 10 cm X W 10 cm (H 4 inches X W 4 inches...XC4487-021 8 If any item is 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. ...
...7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. *1 75/11 3 needles, 90/14 1 needle No. Part Name 13 Touch pen 14 Embroidery foot "Q" (on machine) Embroidery set 4 Cleaning brush 5 Spool cap (large) 6 Spool cap (medium) (on machine.) 3 Needle set (medium) 15 H 10 cm X W 10 cm (H 4 inches X W 4 inches...XC4487-021 8 If any item is 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. ...
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... Code Americas Others EBT-PE EBT-PEN: XC5996-001 - z All specifications are correct at " http://www.brother.com ". 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 Stabilizer material for a complete...
... Code Americas Others EBT-PE EBT-PEN: XC5996-001 - z All specifications are correct at " http://www.brother.com ". 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 Stabilizer material for a complete...
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...29) Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin. l Needle threader lever (page 41) Use the needle threader lever to raise and lower the embroidery foot . m Thread tension dial (page 63) Adjust the upper thread tension with this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the ... and around the pretension disc when winding the bobbin thread. 10 e LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) (page 22) Setting for the embroidery unit. Before using the machine, carefully read these buttons to learn the names of the machine parts. h Presser foot lever (page 28) Raise ...
...29) Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin. l Needle threader lever (page 41) Use the needle threader lever to raise and lower the embroidery foot . m Thread tension dial (page 63) Adjust the upper thread tension with this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the ... and around the pretension disc when winding the bobbin thread. 10 e LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) (page 22) Setting for the embroidery unit. Before using the machine, carefully read these buttons to learn the names of the machine parts. h Presser foot lever (page 28) Raise ...
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...the plug on and off. e Bobbin cover/bobbin case (page 35) Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin into the power supply jack. f Embroidery foot "Q" (page 76) This presser foot is lowered, it enters the hole in the needle plate. d USB port (page 71) Connect the one end ... machine by its handle when transporting the machine. b Handwheel (page 38) Turn the handwheel toward you are learning 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...
...the plug on and off. e Bobbin cover/bobbin case (page 35) Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin into the power supply jack. f Embroidery foot "Q" (page 76) This presser foot is lowered, it enters the hole in the needle plate. d USB port (page 71) Connect the one end ... machine by its handle when transporting the machine. b Handwheel (page 38) Turn the handwheel toward you are learning 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...
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... is embroidering, otherwise damage to raise or lower the needle. Note z Do not press the thread cutter button if there is no fabric under the embroidery foot or while the machine is stopped to the machine's operation mode. The machine embroiders at a slow speed while the button is lowered in the...
... is embroidering, otherwise damage to raise or lower the needle. Note z Do not press the thread cutter button if there is no fabric under the embroidery foot or while the machine is stopped to the machine's operation mode. The machine embroiders at a slow speed while the button is lowered in the...
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...the LCD. e Memory key Press to display the previous page when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD. f Embroidery key Press to display the settings screen. g Settings key Press to display the pattern type selection screen. Displays simple explanations of ...setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement. 13 For details, refer to get help on the LCD with your finger or a touch pen to ...
...the LCD. e Memory key Press to display the previous page when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD. f Embroidery key Press to display the settings screen. g Settings key Press to display the pattern type selection screen. Displays simple explanations of ...setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement. 13 For details, refer to get help on the LCD with your finger or a touch pen to ...
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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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...on setting up the upper thread according to "Replacing the needle" (page 28). ↓ 3 Bobbin thread setup For the bobbin thread, wind embroidery bobbin thread and set it in place. The basic steps for embroidering. For details, refer to the selected pattern. For details, refer to "Selecting...4 Fabric preparation Attach a stabilizer material to "Upper Threading" (page 37). 8 Checking the layout ↓ Check and adjust the size and position of the embroidery pattern. For details, refer to "Adjusting the layout and the size" (page 61). 16 For details, refer to "Attaching the...
...on setting up the upper thread according to "Replacing the needle" (page 28). ↓ 3 Bobbin thread setup For the bobbin thread, wind embroidery bobbin thread and set it in place. The basic steps for embroidering. For details, refer to the selected pattern. For details, refer to "Selecting...4 Fabric preparation Attach a stabilizer material to "Upper Threading" (page 37). 8 Checking the layout ↓ Check and adjust the size and position of the embroidery pattern. For details, refer to "Adjusting the layout and the size" (page 61). 16 For details, refer to "Attaching the...
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... of the main power switch c on the right side of the main power switch on , the needle will make sound when it moves; If the embroidery unit is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other). Press the left side of the machine to turn it... of the power supply cord into the power supply jack on . In addition, before transporting the machine to another location, be sure to attach the embroidery unit to it. Unplug the power supply cord from the power supply d jack. only) z This appliance has a polarized plug (one way. this plug is not...
... of the main power switch c on the right side of the main power switch on , the needle will make sound when it moves; If the embroidery unit is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other). Press the left side of the machine to turn it... of the power supply cord into the power supply jack on . In addition, before transporting the machine to another location, be sure to attach the embroidery unit to it. Unplug the power supply cord from the power supply d jack. only) z This appliance has a polarized plug (one way. this plug is not...
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...it may cause malfunctions. 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. It may be damaged, and it . The embroidery unit may cause malfunctions. Note z Do not touch the ...connector in place. It may cause malfunctions. Get the embroidery unit ready. a Make sure that the machine is turned off the machine before attaching the embroidery unit. a Carriage Attaching the Embroidery Unit 19 The connector could be dropped and cause injury. ● Keep...
...it may cause malfunctions. 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. It may be damaged, and it . The embroidery unit may cause malfunctions. Note z Do not touch the ...connector in place. It may cause malfunctions. Get the embroidery unit ready. a Make sure that the machine is turned off the machine before attaching the embroidery unit. a Carriage Attaching the Embroidery Unit 19 The connector could be dropped and cause injury. ● Keep...
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... may result. It may not be sewn correctly. Be sure that there is attached. X The carriage moves to the initial display. a X The embroidery unit is no objects or hands are near the carriage, turn the power on the machine. Note z If the machine is near the... with hands or objects near the carriage. Note z Make sure that no gap between the embroidery unit and the machine, otherwise the embroidery pattern may cause injury. Turn on again. X The screen for selecting the embroidery pattern type is displayed. Memo z For details on the carriage when attaching the...
... may result. It may not be sewn correctly. Be sure that there is attached. X The carriage moves to the initial display. a X The embroidery unit is no objects or hands are near the carriage, turn the power on the machine. Note z If the machine is near the... with hands or objects near the carriage. Note z Make sure that no gap between the embroidery unit and the machine, otherwise the embroidery pattern may cause injury. Turn on again. X The screen for selecting the embroidery pattern type is displayed. Memo z For details on the carriage when attaching the...
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... ● Always turn off the machine. It may cause malfunctions if removed when the machine is completely stopped and follow the instructions below. 1 Remove the embroidery frame. a Release button X The embroidery unit separates from the machine. Press , and then press . Make sure that the machine is turned on removing the...
... ● Always turn off the machine. It may cause malfunctions if removed when the machine is completely stopped and follow the instructions below. 1 Remove the embroidery frame. a Release button X The embroidery unit separates from the machine. Press , and then press . Make sure that the machine is turned on removing the...
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... screen on the LCD using the keys on the right side of the machine. For details, refer to its storage position Press when removing the embroidery unit. For details, refer to the message displayed on the screen with your finger or a touch pen, the following screen is turned on,... the LCD comes on. GETTING READY LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation Selected embroidery pattern, settings and messages are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the front of the LCD, and make operations by directly touching the...
... screen on the LCD using the keys on the right side of the machine. For details, refer to its storage position Press when removing the embroidery unit. For details, refer to the message displayed on the screen with your finger or a touch pen, the following screen is turned on,... the LCD comes on. GETTING READY LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation Selected embroidery pattern, settings and messages are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the front of the LCD, and make operations by directly touching the...
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...51). English/German/French/ Italian/Dutch/Spanish/ Japanese/Danish/Norwegian/ Finnish/Swedish/Portuguese/ Russian/Korean/Thai/others Adjust the brightness of embroidery stitches. Display the total number of the LCD (page 85). Allows the language used in reverse highlighting are the settings at .... Product number NO.: The "NO." Memo z The item shown in the screens 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 . Changing the machine settings Various...
...51). English/German/French/ Italian/Dutch/Spanish/ Japanese/Danish/Norwegian/ Finnish/Swedish/Portuguese/ Russian/Korean/Thai/others Adjust the brightness of embroidery stitches. Display the total number of the LCD (page 85). Allows the language used in reverse highlighting are the settings at .... Product number NO.: The "NO." Memo z The item shown in the screens 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 . Changing the machine settings Various...
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bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / Example: Upper threading needle replacement on the machine. Turn on the LCD. Press b panel. (Help key) on . X The initial ...Operation Manual. c ab c After you finish viewing, press e key) two times. (Back f ed a Upper threading b Bobbin winding c Bobbin installation d Needle replacement e Embroidery frame attachment f Embroidery unit attachment X The first screen describing the procedure for the following items. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / previous page.
bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / Example: Upper threading needle replacement on the machine. Turn on the LCD. Press b panel. (Help key) on . X The initial ...Operation Manual. c ab c After you finish viewing, press e key) two times. (Back f ed a Upper threading b Bobbin winding c Bobbin installation d Needle replacement e Embroidery frame attachment f Embroidery unit attachment X The first screen describing the procedure for the following items. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / previous page.