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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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... it where it by any other part may injure your back or knees. 4 Always keep your machine if the power is cut. 3 Never operate this embroidery and sewing machine. Lifting the sewing machine by its handle. To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to carry it can...
... it where it by any other part may injure your back or knees. 4 Always keep your machine if the power is cut. 3 Never operate this embroidery and sewing machine. Lifting the sewing machine by its handle. To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to carry it can...
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... the Fabric ...126 Attaching a 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 Selecting alphabet characters ...136 Selecting an...
... the Fabric ...126 Attaching a 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 Selecting alphabet characters ...136 Selecting an...
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...characters, framed decorations, and designs from the built-in stitches You can thread the needle easily by one press of a button (page 22). i Embroidery You can start sewing without pulling up (page 12). A red or orange light indicates an error or that the machine is ready to sew. c... and a variety of fabric weights (page 11). f Bright light The convenient LED lamp makes it easy to -use needle threader You can select from optional embroidery cards (page 117). 7 g Lighting Start/Stop button When the green light is on dark fabrics. h Easy-to work on , the machine is warming...
...characters, framed decorations, and designs from the built-in stitches You can thread the needle easily by one press of a button (page 22). i Embroidery You can start sewing without pulling up (page 12). A red or orange light indicates an error or that the machine is ready to sew. c... and a variety of fabric weights (page 11). f Bright light The convenient LED lamp makes it easy to -use needle threader You can select from optional embroidery cards (page 117). 7 g Lighting Start/Stop button When the green light is on dark fabrics. h Easy-to work on , the machine is warming...
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...the thread wound onto the bobbin from loosening. No. The part codes are available as optional accessories. 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). Part Name 1 Buttonhole foot "A" 2 Overcasting ...
...the thread wound onto the bobbin from loosening. No. The part codes are available as optional accessories. 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). Part Name 1 Buttonhole foot "A" 2 Overcasting ...
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...Thread take-up lever (page 34) o Bobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc (page 24) Pass the thread under this panel to select stitches or embroidery patterns, or check how to operate the machine. f Operation panel (page 13) Use the keys on the spool pin. j Flat bed attachment (...LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) (page 18) Setting for the selected stitch or pattern and error messages appear in the connector for the embroidery unit. m Thread tension dial (page 59, 145) Adjust the upper thread tension with this thread guide cover when winding the bobbin thread and ...
...Thread take-up lever (page 34) o Bobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc (page 24) Pass the thread under this panel to select stitches or embroidery patterns, or check how to operate the machine. f Operation panel (page 13) Use the keys on the spool pin. j Flat bed attachment (...LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) (page 18) Setting for the selected stitch or pattern and error messages appear in the connector for the embroidery unit. m Thread tension dial (page 59, 145) Adjust the upper thread tension with this thread guide cover when winding the bobbin thread and ...
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... 45) The presser foot is being used. b Handwheel (page 50) Turn the handwheel toward you are learning to use your machine. 11 c Embroidery card slot (page 138) Insert the embroidery card. Needle and presser foot section Right-side/rear view a Buttonhole lever (page 86) Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and...
... 45) The presser foot is being used. b Handwheel (page 50) Turn the handwheel toward you are learning to use your machine. 11 c Embroidery card slot (page 138) Insert the embroidery card. Needle and presser foot section Right-side/rear view a Buttonhole lever (page 86) Lower the buttonhole lever when sewing buttonholes and...
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...Press to set the needle stop position, the buzzer sound, and more. h Settings key Press to enter alphabet character embroidery or embroidery patterns you have edited or adjusted, etc. b Back key Press to return to get help key Press to the ... display) and operation keys. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement. 13 Touch the keys displayed on the LCD. f Utility stitch key Press this key to ...
...Press to set the needle stop position, the buzzer sound, and more. h Settings key Press to enter alphabet character embroidery or embroidery patterns you have edited or adjusted, etc. b Back key Press to return to get help key Press to the ... display) and operation keys. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement. 13 Touch the keys displayed on the LCD. f Utility stitch key Press this key to ...
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...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 front of the sewing machine. z Refer to "Operation panel" (page 13). Change the screen...LCD. 18 GETTING READY LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation Selected stitch, pattern settings and messages are explained in "Selecting an embroidery pattern" (page 137). The details are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on . Viewing the LCD When the power is ...
...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 front of the sewing machine. z Refer to "Operation panel" (page 13). Change the screen...LCD. 18 GETTING READY LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation Selected stitch, pattern settings and messages are explained in "Selecting an embroidery pattern" (page 137). The details are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on . Viewing the LCD When the power is ...
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.../Madeira poly/Madeira rayon/Sulky/ Robison Anton Display unit Selects the measurement units that are displayed (only for the embroidery and sewing machine. - The stitch or machine attributes that is automatically selected when the machine is stopped. Thread color/Time to be changed... position Stitch width control Thread color display Icon Details Settings Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is turned on the embroidery screen (page 133). Allows the language used in reverse highlighting are the settings at the time of the LCD (page 163). English/German...
.../Madeira poly/Madeira rayon/Sulky/ Robison Anton Display unit Selects the measurement units that are displayed (only for the embroidery and sewing machine. - The stitch or machine attributes that is automatically selected when the machine is stopped. Thread color/Time to be changed... position Stitch width control Thread color display Icon Details Settings Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is turned on the embroidery screen (page 133). Allows the language used in reverse highlighting are the settings at the time of the LCD (page 163). English/German...
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... return to the previous page. bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / Example: Upper threading embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement on . Press (Sewing machine help screen appears. LCD...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 unit attachment X The first screen describing the procedure for the following items. Displays simple explanations of ...
... return to the previous page. bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / Example: Upper threading embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement on . Press (Sewing machine help screen appears. LCD...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 unit attachment X The first screen describing the procedure for the following items. Displays simple explanations of ...
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... spool cap onto the spool pin and f return the spool pin to the right as possible to its original position. Memo z For embroidering, use the embroidery bobbin thread. a b a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder in the bobbin. a Place the spool of thread for the spool being used , the...
... spool cap onto the spool pin and f return the spool pin to the right as possible to its original position. Memo z For embroidering, use the embroidery bobbin thread. a b a Notch b Bobbin winder shaft spring Slide the bobbin winder in the bobbin. a Place the spool of thread for the spool being used , the...
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... the flat surface is not even, the needle is being operated. Before using the needle, place the flat side of the fabric or thread. ■ Embroidery needles Use a 75/11 home sewing machine needle. a a a Flat surface 40 z A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. ■ Ball...
... the flat surface is not even, the needle is being operated. Before using the needle, place the flat side of the fabric or thread. ■ Embroidery needles Use a 75/11 home sewing machine needle. a a a Flat surface 40 z A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. ■ Ball...
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... machine. b a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is purchased. Replacing the Presser Foot 43 a CAUTION z Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to "Attaching the Embroidery Foot" (page 120). Press the black button at the back of stitch that you wish to sew, otherwise the needle may hit the presser foot...
... machine. b a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is purchased. Replacing the Presser Foot 43 a CAUTION z Before replacing the presser foot, be sure to "Attaching the Embroidery Foot" (page 120). Press the black button at the back of stitch that you wish to sew, otherwise the needle may hit the presser foot...
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... the screw with your c right hand, and then tighten the screw using the screwdriver in your finger or the presser foot when attaching/removing it. embroidery foot, optional free-motion open toe quilting foot "O" and optional walking foot. If the screw is removed from the presser bar. Use the screwdriver to...
... the screw with your c right hand, and then tighten the screw using the screwdriver in your finger or the presser foot when attaching/removing it. embroidery foot, optional free-motion open toe quilting foot "O" and optional walking foot. If the screw is removed from the presser bar. Use the screwdriver to...
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4 EMBROIDERY The steps for embroidering are described in this chapter. Embroidering Neatly 118 Attaching the Embroidery Foot 120 Attaching the Embroidery Unit 123 Preparing the Fabric 126 Attaching the Embroidery Frame 130 Selecting Embroidery Patterns 132 Embroidering...139 Editing and Saving Patterns 143
4 EMBROIDERY The steps for embroidering are described in this chapter. Embroidering Neatly 118 Attaching the Embroidery Foot 120 Attaching the Embroidery Unit 123 Preparing the Fabric 126 Attaching the Embroidery Frame 130 Selecting Embroidery Patterns 132 Embroidering...139 Editing and Saving Patterns 143
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... Since ball point needles (gold colored) are needles for fabrics where stitches are easily skipped, such as denim, use them for embroidery. When embroidering on lightweight or stretch fabrics. Memo z A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is not space... position button) to sew incorrectly. For details, refer to "Attaching a stabilizer material to the embroidery unit, and use embroidery thread designed for embroidery machines. Memo z For good quality embroidery designs be impaired, this could cause the pattern to raise the needle. CAUTION ● Do ...
... Since ball point needles (gold colored) are needles for fabrics where stitches are easily skipped, such as denim, use them for embroidery. When embroidering on lightweight or stretch fabrics. Memo z A 75/11 needle is already installed when the sewing machine is not space... position button) to sew incorrectly. For details, refer to "Attaching a stabilizer material to the embroidery unit, and use embroidery thread designed for embroidery machines. Memo z For good quality embroidery designs be impaired, this could cause the pattern to raise the needle. CAUTION ● Do ...
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... bobbin thread, refer to "Winding/Installing the Bobbin" (page 22). 5 Fabric preparation ↓ 4 Attach a stabilizer material to "Attaching the embroidery unit" (page 123). ↓ 4 Bobbin thread setup For the bobbin thread, wind embroidery bobbin thread and set it in place. For details on adjusting the layout and the size, refer to "Adjusting...
... bobbin thread, refer to "Winding/Installing the Bobbin" (page 22). 5 Fabric preparation ↓ 4 Attach a stabilizer material to "Attaching the embroidery unit" (page 123). ↓ 4 Bobbin thread setup For the bobbin thread, wind embroidery bobbin thread and set it in place. For details on adjusting the layout and the size, refer to "Adjusting...
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.... c a a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is at the top position. Press (Needle position button) once or a twice to attach the embroidery foot "Q". Otherwise, injuries may hit the presser foot and bend or break. Press and hold the black button on the handwheel is raised. b a Black... button b Presser foot holder X The presser foot holder releases the presser foot. 120 Turn off the sewing machine. Have the included embroidery foot "Q" and a screwdriver ready. If the wrong presser foot is used, the needle may occur if a button is at the top. Raise the...
.... c a a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is at the top position. Press (Needle position button) once or a twice to attach the embroidery foot "Q". Otherwise, injuries may hit the presser foot and bend or break. Press and hold the black button on the handwheel is raised. b a Black... button b Presser foot holder X The presser foot holder releases the presser foot. 120 Turn off the sewing machine. Have the included embroidery foot "Q" and a screwdriver ready. If the wrong presser foot is used, the needle may occur if a button is at the top. Raise the...
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...b a Screwdriver b Presser foot holder c Presser bar d Presser foot holder screw a a Presser foot holder screw Tighten the presser foot holder screw. Hold the embroidery foot with your index a finger wrapped around the lever at the back of the foot. 4 a a Lever While pressing in the lever with your finger, fit...Loosen the presser foot holder screw and e remove the presser foot holder. If the screw is loose, the needle may break or bend. Secure the embroidery foot with your right f hand, as shown. c b a a Screwdriver CAUTION ● Do not hit the needle with the presser h foot...
...b a Screwdriver b Presser foot holder c Presser bar d Presser foot holder screw a a Presser foot holder screw Tighten the presser foot holder screw. Hold the embroidery foot with your index a finger wrapped around the lever at the back of the foot. 4 a a Lever While pressing in the lever with your finger, fit...Loosen the presser foot holder screw and e remove the presser foot holder. If the screw is loose, the needle may break or bend. Secure the embroidery foot with your right f hand, as shown. c b a a Screwdriver CAUTION ● Do not hit the needle with the presser h foot...