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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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..., or when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in the machine falling, which could cause injuries. • When lifting the sewing machine, be accessed for future reference. Do not use . Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. Do not pull on the ... on the foot controller. • Do not use the machine. Lifting the sewing machine by its handle. DANGER - Important Safety Instructions Please read the "Important Safety Instructions", and then study this machine, carefully read these safety instructions before attempting to the nearest authorized...
..., or when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in the machine falling, which could cause injuries. • When lifting the sewing machine, be accessed for future reference. Do not use . Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. Do not pull on the ... on the foot controller. • Do not use the machine. Lifting the sewing machine by its handle. DANGER - Important Safety Instructions Please read the "Important Safety Instructions", and then study this machine, carefully read these safety instructions before attempting to the nearest authorized...
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...opening. • Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are subject to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. Special care is required around the machine needle. • Switch the sewing machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it off when making any adjustments in the needle area. ... other hot objects. • Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer. Use accessories recommended by or near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other parts to assure correct installation. 8 For repair ...
...opening. • Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are subject to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. Special care is required around the machine needle. • Switch the sewing machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it off when making any adjustments in the needle area. ... other hot objects. • Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer. Use accessories recommended by or near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other parts to assure correct installation. 8 For repair ...
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... use a fuse approved by a person with this equipment, you should contact your authorized dealer to BS 1362, i.e. FOR USERS IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND This sewing machine is not suitable for the plug supplied with a disability. 3
... use a fuse approved by a person with this equipment, you should contact your authorized dealer to BS 1362, i.e. FOR USERS IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND This sewing machine is not suitable for the plug supplied with a disability. 3
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i Operation buttons (page 12) Use these descriptions to operate the machine. Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these buttons to learn the names of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. b Thread guide (page 24, 33) Pass the thread under this panel to select stitches... 22) Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin. h Presser foot lever (page 50) Raise and lower the presser foot lever to use the sewing machine, etc. n Thread take-up lever (page 34) o Bobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc (page 24) Pass the thread under this dial....
i Operation buttons (page 12) Use these descriptions to operate the machine. Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these buttons to learn the names of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. b Thread guide (page 24, 33) Pass the thread under this panel to select stitches... 22) Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin. h Presser foot lever (page 50) Raise and lower the presser foot lever to use the sewing machine, etc. n Thread take-up lever (page 34) o Bobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc (page 24) Pass the thread under this dial....
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... be exchanged. b Handwheel (page 50) Turn the handwheel toward you are learning to turn the sewing machine on the fabric as the sewing takes place. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is installed onto the presser foot holder. d Needle plate (page 67) The needle plate is ...43, 50) The presser foot applies pressure consistently on and off. a Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. e Main power switch (page 17) Use the main power switch to use your machine. 11 f Bobbin cover/bobbin case (page 28) Remove the bobbin cover, and then ...
... be exchanged. b Handwheel (page 50) Turn the handwheel toward you are learning to turn the sewing machine on the fabric as the sewing takes place. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is installed onto the presser foot holder. d Needle plate (page 67) The needle plate is ...43, 50) The presser foot applies pressure consistently on and off. a Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. e Main power switch (page 17) Use the main power switch to use your machine. 11 f Bobbin cover/bobbin case (page 28) Remove the bobbin cover, and then ...
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... stitches or reinforcement stitches. a Start/stop button Press the start/stop button to start or stop sewing. c Reverse/reinforcement stitch button Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. For details, refer to "Using the thread cutter" (page 56). For details, refer to "Securing the stitching" (page...
... stitches or reinforcement stitches. a Start/stop button Press the start/stop button to start or stop sewing. c Reverse/reinforcement stitch button Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. For details, refer to "Using the thread cutter" (page 56). For details, refer to "Securing the stitching" (page...
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... page key Displays the next page when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD. g Embroidery key Press this key to sew embroidery. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery ...previous page when there are items that are not displayed on using the sewing machine. f Utility stitch key Press this key to select a utility stitch. i Sewing machine help on the LCD. into the sewing machine memory. Operation panel The front operation panel has an LCD (liquid ...
... page key Displays the next page when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD. g Embroidery key Press this key to sew embroidery. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery ...previous page when there are items that are not displayed on using the sewing machine. f Utility stitch key Press this key to select a utility stitch. i Sewing machine help on the LCD. into the sewing machine memory. Operation panel The front operation panel has an LCD (liquid ...
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..., damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. Pulling on the cord may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine. ● Make sure that the plugs on the power cord are away from the outlet. Do not subject the cord to heat. Power supply ...not place heavy objects on and off. Fire or electric shock may result. 16 These things may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn the sewing machine on the cord. Electric shock may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for...
..., damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or bundled. Pulling on the cord may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine. ● Make sure that the plugs on the power cord are away from the outlet. Do not subject the cord to heat. Power supply ...not place heavy objects on and off. Fire or electric shock may result. 16 These things may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn the sewing machine on the cord. Electric shock may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for...
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...polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other). Press the left side of the Make sure that the sewing machine is turned machine to another location, be sure to turn the machine on (set to fit in the outlet, reverse the plug. X The light, LCD and (Start/stop...Unplug the power cord from the c electrical outlet. Note z If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is set it off. 1 a off the machine Prepare the included power cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to install the proper outlet. X The light, LCD and (Start/stop ...
...polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other). Press the left side of the Make sure that the sewing machine is turned machine to another location, be sure to turn the machine on (set to fit in the outlet, reverse the plug. X The light, LCD and (Start/stop...Unplug the power cord from the c electrical outlet. Note z If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is set it off. 1 a off the machine Prepare the included power cord. When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to install the proper outlet. X The light, LCD and (Start/stop ...
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...displayed on the front of stitches 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 ... 3 8 4 7 5 6 a Selected stitch b Presser foot to "Operation panel" (page 13). For details, refer to be used c Stitches d Stitch settings and twin needle sewing e Stitch width f Stitch length g Number of the selected stitch h Number of the sewing machine. Viewing the LCD When the power is attached.
...displayed on the front of stitches 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 ... 3 8 4 7 5 6 a Selected stitch b Presser foot to "Operation panel" (page 13). For details, refer to be used c Stitches d Stitch settings and twin needle sewing e Stitch width f Stitch length g Number of the selected stitch h Number of the sewing machine. Viewing the LCD When the power is attached.
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... page. 1 Attribute Needle position Stitch width control Thread color display Icon Details Settings Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is the number for embroidering) (page 134). Changing the machine settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed . Lighter Darker Product number NO.: The "NO." is stopped. The stitch or...
... page. 1 Attribute Needle position Stitch width control Thread color display Icon Details Settings Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is the number for embroidering) (page 134). Changing the machine settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be changed . Lighter Darker Product number NO.: The "NO." is stopped. The stitch or...
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... settings. When settings are saved even if the power is the initial setting. Memo z "NO" is installed in the sewing machine. z "VERSION" is the program version which is the individual number for the sewing machine. a The highlighted display is turned off. 20 Press the item to be set. X The initial stitch screen appears again...
... settings. When settings are saved even if the power is the initial setting. Memo z "NO" is installed in the sewing machine. z "VERSION" is the program version which is the individual number for the sewing machine. a The highlighted display is turned off. 20 Press the item to be set. X The initial stitch screen appears again...
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... Manual. c a b cd After you return to the item 1 selection screen. X The initial stitch screen appears again. X The sewing machine help key) on the LCD display for the selected topic appears. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 21 Simple explanations can be displayed. Press... (Sewing machine help screen appears. Memo z For details on . Turn on the LCD. procedures If you press (Previous page key), you finish viewing...
... Manual. c a b cd After you return to the item 1 selection screen. X The initial stitch screen appears again. X The sewing machine help key) on the LCD display for the selected topic appears. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 21 Simple explanations can be displayed. Press... (Sewing machine help screen appears. Memo z For details on . Turn on the LCD. procedures If you press (Previous page key), you finish viewing...
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... ● Only use the Bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) designed specifically for this sewing machine. b a c a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin 22 If bobbins from ...how to prepare the bobbin thread. Use only the included bobbin or bobbins of any other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)). 11.5 mm (7/... and then insert the bobbin thread. Bobbin precautions Be sure to the machine. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine.
... ● Only use the Bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) designed specifically for this sewing machine. b a c a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin 22 If bobbins from ...how to prepare the bobbin thread. Use only the included bobbin or bobbins of any other models are used, the machine will not operate correctly. Use of the same type (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)). 11.5 mm (7/... and then insert the bobbin thread. Bobbin precautions Be sure to the machine. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine.
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... Bobbin 23 Pick up in the direction of the c arrow until it snaps into the notch in the spool or the machine may become tangled around the spool pin or the machine may catch on the shaft fits into place. a b a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder in..., the thread may be damaged. ● Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to the right as shown, with the rounded side on the sewing machine. Press down on the bobbin winder shaft so b that the thread unwinds correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin. a b a Spool cap...
... Bobbin 23 Pick up in the direction of the c arrow until it snaps into the notch in the spool or the machine may become tangled around the spool pin or the machine may catch on the shaft fits into place. a b a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder in..., the thread may be damaged. ● Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to the right as shown, with the rounded side on the sewing machine. Press down on the bobbin winder shaft so b that the thread unwinds correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin. a b a Spool cap...
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...that the bobbin thread is correctly set before starting the bobbin winding. Make sure that the thread is being winded correctly. Otherwise, the sewing machine may wind around j the bobbin five or six times. Wind the end of the thread clockwise around the bobbin winder shaft. Pass the... is winded incorrectly, press (Start/stop button) or operate the foot controller immediately to wind the thread. a Speed controller Press (Start/stop the machine. a a Guide slit in bobbin winder seat (with built-in , press down on the LCD screen. l While using the cutter built into ...
...that the bobbin thread is correctly set before starting the bobbin winding. Make sure that the thread is being winded correctly. Otherwise, the sewing machine may wind around j the bobbin five or six times. Wind the end of the thread clockwise around the bobbin winder shaft. Pass the... is winded incorrectly, press (Start/stop button) or operate the foot controller immediately to wind the thread. a Speed controller Press (Start/stop the machine. a a Guide slit in bobbin winder seat (with built-in , press down on the LCD screen. l While using the cutter built into ...
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...of the bobbin winder presser, otherwise the machine may become tangled under the bobbin winder seat. GETTING READY Cut the thread with scissors, slide the bobbin o winder shaft to the left, and then remove the bobbin from the foot controller. Memo z When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned... after winding the bobbin, the machine will not move. (Sewing is not a malfunction.
...of the bobbin winder presser, otherwise the machine may become tangled under the bobbin winder seat. GETTING READY Cut the thread with scissors, slide the bobbin o winder shaft to the left, and then remove the bobbin from the foot controller. Memo z When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is turned... after winding the bobbin, the machine will not move. (Sewing is not a malfunction.
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.../Installing the Bobbin 27 Hold the thread end with your right hand as shown below. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. a CAUTION 1 ● Use a bobbin that has been correctly wound with scissors beside the bobbinb winding thread guide. a Bobbin-winding thread... Installing the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with your left , and c then remove the bobbin from other models are used, the machine will be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks that the thread passes under the pretension disk of the same type (...
.../Installing the Bobbin 27 Hold the thread end with your right hand as shown below. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. a CAUTION 1 ● Use a bobbin that has been correctly wound with scissors beside the bobbinb winding thread guide. a Bobbin-winding thread... Installing the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with your left , and c then remove the bobbin from other models are used, the machine will be passed through the bobbin case is indicated by marks that the thread passes under the pretension disk of the same type (...
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... and hold down the bobbin with your left hand. b a Needle position button b Presser foot lever Turn off the sewing machine. CAUTION ● Be sure to insert the bobbin and depress it to thread the machine as indicated. Otherwise, the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. GETTING READY Press (Needle...
... and hold down the bobbin with your left hand. b a Needle position button b Presser foot lever Turn off the sewing machine. CAUTION ● Be sure to insert the bobbin and depress it to thread the machine as indicated. Otherwise, the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. GETTING READY Press (Needle...