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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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... the build up of lint, dust, and loose cloth. • Do not store objects on the foot controller. • Do not use the machine. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. Do not pull on the unit. Introduction Thank you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can...then grasp the plug and pull it out of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. 2 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after you for purchasing this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged...
... the build up of lint, dust, and loose cloth. • Do not store objects on the foot controller. • Do not use the machine. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. Do not pull on the unit. Introduction Thank you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can...then grasp the plug and pull it out of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. 2 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after you for purchasing this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged...
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... If the Light unit is damaged, it to break. 6 This machine is not a toy: • Your close attention to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com 2 Do not use bent or damaged needles. • Keep... this manual and specifications of the operation manual to the needle. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer. The contents of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and...
... If the Light unit is damaged, it to break. 6 This machine is not a toy: • Your close attention to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com 2 Do not use bent or damaged needles. • Keep... this manual and specifications of the operation manual to the needle. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer. The contents of this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and...
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... with a disability. 3 carrying the mark, rating as marked on plug. • Always replace the fuse cover. FOR USERS IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND This sewing machine is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, you should contact your authorized dealer to obtain the correct lead. FOR USERS IN THE...
... with a disability. 3 carrying the mark, rating as marked on plug. • Always replace the fuse cover. FOR USERS IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND This sewing machine is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, you should contact your authorized dealer to obtain the correct lead. FOR USERS IN THE...
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... buttons ...12 Operation panel ...13 GETTING READY 15 Turning the Machine On/Off 16 Power supply precautions ...16 Turning on the machine ...17 Turning off the machine ...17 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 18 Viewing the LCD ...18 Changing the machine settings ...19 Checking machine operating procedures ...21 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 22 Bobbin precautions...
... buttons ...12 Operation panel ...13 GETTING READY 15 Turning the Machine On/Off 16 Power supply precautions ...16 Turning on the machine ...17 Turning off the machine ...17 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 18 Viewing the LCD ...18 Changing the machine settings ...19 Checking machine operating procedures ...21 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 22 Bobbin precautions...
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... ...146 Resewing ...147 Thread runs out partway through a design...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 ...165 6
... ...146 Resewing ...147 Thread runs out partway through a design...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 ...165 6
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Machine Features 9 a Automatic thread cutting The thread can start sewing without pulling up (page 12). c Built-in stitches You can thread the needle easily by one ... fast and simple bobbin winder, you can embroider built-in utility stitches available (page 70). A red or orange light indicates an error or that the machine is ready to work on , the machine is warming up the bobbin thread (page 27).
Machine Features 9 a Automatic thread cutting The thread can start sewing without pulling up (page 12). c Built-in stitches You can thread the needle easily by one ... fast and simple bobbin winder, you can embroider built-in utility stitches available (page 70). A red or orange light indicates an error or that the machine is ready to work on , the machine is warming up the bobbin thread (page 27).
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... side of the presser foot holder is available through your dealer. Included accessories Note z Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on the machine with product code 885-V31/V33.The product code is missing or damaged, contact your authorized dealer. (Part code: 132730-122) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.*1 11. 12. 13....*2 28.*2 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. *1 75/11 2 needles 90/14 2 needles 90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle (gold colored) *2 Not included depending on the machine rating plate. If any item is mentioned on the model. 8
... side of the presser foot holder is available through your dealer. Included accessories Note z Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on the machine with product code 885-V31/V33.The product code is missing or damaged, contact your authorized dealer. (Part code: 132730-122) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.*1 11. 12. 13....*2 28.*2 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. *1 75/11 2 needles 90/14 2 needles 90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle (gold colored) *2 Not included depending on the machine rating plate. If any item is mentioned on the model. 8
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... Name 18 Spool cap (small) 19 Extra spool pin 20 Spool net 4 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 21 Foot controller 5 Zigzag foot "J" (on machine) 6 Blind stitch foot "R" 7 Button fitting foot "M" 8 Seam ripper 9 Bobbin (4) Bobbin clip (3) 10 Needle set 11 Twin needle 12 Cleaning ... 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 foot "G" 3 Monogramming foot "N" Part Code U.S.A. / ...
... Name 18 Spool cap (small) 19 Extra spool pin 20 Spool net 4 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 21 Foot controller 5 Zigzag foot "J" (on machine) 6 Blind stitch foot "R" 7 Button fitting foot "M" 8 Seam ripper 9 Bobbin (4) Bobbin clip (3) 10 Needle set 11 Twin needle 12 Cleaning ... 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 foot "G" 3 Monogramming foot "N" Part Code U.S.A. / ...
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... 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. l Needle threader lever (page 35) Use the needle threader lever to cut ... cutter to thread the needle. b Thread guide (page 24, 33) Pass the thread under this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. d Bobbin winder (page 22) Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin. j Flat bed attachment (page 46) Remove the flat bed attachment when...
... 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. l Needle threader lever (page 35) Use the needle threader lever to cut ... cutter to thread the needle. b Thread guide (page 24, 33) Pass the thread under this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. d Bobbin winder (page 22) Use the bobbin winder when winding the bobbin. j Flat bed attachment (page 46) Remove the flat bed attachment when...
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...Presser foot holder (page 45) The presser foot is being used. b Handwheel (page 50) Turn the handwheel toward you are learning to turn the sewing machine on the end of the foot controller cable into the foot controller jack. f Foot controller jack (page 52) Insert the plug on and off. g ...Power supply jack (page 17) Insert the plug on the fabric as the sewing takes place. a Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. c Embroidery card slot (page 138) Insert the embroidery card. d Air vent The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to...
...Presser foot holder (page 45) The presser foot is being used. b Handwheel (page 50) Turn the handwheel toward you are learning to turn the sewing machine on the end of the foot controller cable into the foot controller jack. f Foot controller jack (page 52) Insert the plug on and off. g ...Power supply jack (page 17) Insert the plug on the fabric as the sewing takes place. a Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. c Embroidery card slot (page 138) Insert the embroidery card. d Air vent The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to...
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...needle position button to sew" (page 51). Be sure to adjust the sewing speed. 12 z When cutting nylon thread or other . The machine can not sew. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. Reinforcement stitches are sewn by sewing 3 to sew in the fabric. e Sewing ... the threads may become tangled or damage to the right side. c Reverse/reinforcement stitch button Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to the machine's operation mode. CAUTION ● Do not press the thread cutter button after sewing is plugged in small areas. d Thread cutter button ...
...needle position button to sew" (page 51). Be sure to adjust the sewing speed. 12 z When cutting nylon thread or other . The machine can not sew. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. Reinforcement stitches are sewn by sewing 3 to sew in the fabric. e Sewing ... the threads may become tangled or damage to the right side. c Reverse/reinforcement stitch button Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to the machine's operation mode. CAUTION ● Do not press the thread cutter button after sewing is plugged in small areas. d Thread cutter button ...
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...have edited or adjusted, etc. c Previous page key Displays the previous page when there are items that are not displayed on using the sewing machine. e Memory key Press to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation" (page 18). Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding /... replacement. 13 Touch the keys displayed on the LCD. f Utility stitch key Press this key to select a utility stitch. into the sewing machine memory. b Back key Press to return to perform operations. a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Setting for the selected stitch or...
...have edited or adjusted, etc. c Previous page key Displays the previous page when there are items that are not displayed on using the sewing machine. e Memory key Press to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation" (page 18). Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding /... replacement. 13 Touch the keys displayed on the LCD. f Utility stitch key Press this key to select a utility stitch. into the sewing machine memory. b Back key Press to return to perform operations. a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Setting for the selected stitch or...
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Turning the Machine On/Off 16 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 18 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 22 Upper Threading ...31 Replacing the Needle 39 Replacing the Presser Foot 43 Sewing Cylindrical Pieces 46 1 GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter.
Turning the Machine On/Off 16 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 18 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 22 Upper Threading ...31 Replacing the Needle 39 Replacing the Presser Foot 43 Sewing Cylindrical Pieces 46 1 GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter.
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...; Do not insert the plug on and off. Electric shock may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. GETTING READY Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn off the main power first. Otherwise a fire may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to your ...authorized dealer for the power source. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to the machine. ● Make sure that the plugs on the cord. Do not place heavy objects on the power cord are away from the outlet. WARNING...
...; Do not insert the plug on and off. Electric shock may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. GETTING READY Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn off the main power first. Otherwise a fire may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to your ...authorized dealer for the power source. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to the machine. ● Make sure that the plugs on the cord. Do not place heavy objects on the power cord are away from the outlet. WARNING...
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... intended to turn the Insert the plug of the power supply cord into the power supply jack on b the right side of the machine to "|"). this plug is turned on (set it to " "). 1 a Power supply jack Press the right side of the main power switch c on ...it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. Note z If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is turned on the machine Turning off when the machine is not a malfunction. If it off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. X The light, LCD and (Start...
... intended to turn the Insert the plug of the power supply cord into the power supply jack on b the right side of the machine to "|"). this plug is turned on (set it to " "). 1 a Power supply jack Press the right side of the main power switch c on ...it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. Note z If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is turned on the machine Turning off when the machine is not a malfunction. If it off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. X The light, LCD and (Start...
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... with your finger or a touch pen, the following utility stitch selection screen is turned on, the LCD comes on the right side of the sewing machine. For details, refer to "Operation panel" (page 13). The details are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the LCD. 18 Viewing the LCD...
... with your finger or a touch pen, the following utility stitch selection screen is turned on, the LCD comes on the right side of the sewing machine. For details, refer to "Operation panel" (page 13). The details are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the LCD. 18 Viewing the LCD...
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... 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... sewing speed controller (page 58). Allows the language used in reverse highlighting are displayed (only for the embroidery and sewing machine. - English/German/French/ Italian/Dutch/Spanish/ Japanese/Danish/Norwegian/ Finnish/Swedish/Portuguese/ Russian/Korean/Thai/others LCD brightness ...
... 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... sewing speed controller (page 58). Allows the language used in reverse highlighting are displayed (only for the embroidery and sewing machine. - English/German/French/ Italian/Dutch/Spanish/ Japanese/Danish/Norwegian/ Finnish/Swedish/Portuguese/ Russian/Korean/Thai/others LCD brightness ...
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GETTING READY Turn on . a The highlighted display is the individual number for the sewing machine. Memo z "NO" is the initial setting. z Settings that are changed are complete, press d (Back key). c Switch the screen using (Previous page key) and (Next page ...key). • The following screens show their default settings. X The initial stitch screen appears again. X The LCD comes on the sewing machine. Press the item to be set. z "VERSION" is the program version which is turned off. 20 When settings are saved even if the power is...
GETTING READY Turn on . a The highlighted display is the individual number for the sewing machine. Memo z "NO" is the initial setting. z Settings that are changed are complete, press d (Back key). c Switch the screen using (Previous page key) and (Next page ...key). • The following screens show their default settings. X The initial stitch screen appears again. X The LCD comes on the sewing machine. Press the item to be set. z "VERSION" is the program version which is turned off. 20 When settings are saved even if the power is...
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...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. Simple explanations can be displayed. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 21... / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / Example: Upper threading embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement on the sewing machine. a X The LCD comes on each topic, refer to the d next page. procedures If you press (Previous page key), you finish ...
...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. Simple explanations can be displayed. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 21... / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / Example: Upper threading embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement on the sewing machine. a X The LCD comes on each topic, refer to the d next page. procedures If you press (Previous page key), you finish ...