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GETTING READY EMBROIDERY APPENDIX Computerized Embroidery Machine Operation Manual
GETTING READY EMBROIDERY APPENDIX Computerized Embroidery Machine Operation Manual
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... needle threader 34 Replacing the Needle ...35 Needle precautions ...35 Checking the needle ...35 Replacing the needle...36 EMBROIDERY 39 Embroidering Neatly ...40 What to prepare ...40 Preparing the Fabric ...42 Attaching a stabilizer material to the fabric ...42... Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame ...43 Attaching the Embroidery Frame 47 Attaching the embroidery frame ...47 Removing the embroidery frame ...48 Selecting Embroidery Patterns 49 Copyright information ...49 Embroidery pattern types...49 LCD (liquid crystal display) operation ...50 ...
... needle threader 34 Replacing the Needle ...35 Needle precautions ...35 Checking the needle ...35 Replacing the needle...36 EMBROIDERY 39 Embroidering Neatly ...40 What to prepare ...40 Preparing the Fabric ...42 Attaching a stabilizer material to the fabric ...42... Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame ...43 Attaching the Embroidery Frame 47 Attaching the embroidery frame ...47 Removing the embroidery frame ...48 Selecting Embroidery Patterns 49 Copyright information ...49 Embroidery pattern types...49 LCD (liquid crystal display) operation ...50 ...
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Using an embroidery card (sold separately) ...55 Embroidering ...56 Embroidering attractive finishes...56 Embroidering a pattern ...57 Appliquéing ...59 Editing and Saving Patterns 61 Adjusting the layout ...... is loose...68 Bobbin thread is tight ...68 APPENDIX 69 Care and Maintenance ...70 Cleaning the machine surface ...70 Cleaning the race ...70 Attaching the Embroidery Foot 72 Attaching the embroidery Foot "Q" ...72 Troubleshooting ...74 Error messages ...78 Adjusting the LCD ...81 Operation beep ...81 Canceling the operation beep ...82 Index ...83 4
Using an embroidery card (sold separately) ...55 Embroidering ...56 Embroidering attractive finishes...56 Embroidering a pattern ...57 Appliquéing ...59 Editing and Saving Patterns 61 Adjusting the layout ...... is loose...68 Bobbin thread is tight ...68 APPENDIX 69 Care and Maintenance ...70 Cleaning the machine surface ...70 Cleaning the race ...70 Attaching the Embroidery Foot 72 Attaching the embroidery Foot "Q" ...72 Troubleshooting ...74 Error messages ...78 Adjusting the LCD ...81 Operation beep ...81 Canceling the operation beep ...82 Index ...83 4
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...can quickly be wound with thread (page 24). d Embroidery You can start embroiderying without pulling up the bobbin thread (page 28). b Quick-set bobbin You can embroider built-in embroidery patterns, characters, framed decorations, and designs from optional embroidery cards (page 39). 5 c Automatic thread cutting ... the various functions. In addition, after embroidering (page 51). Introduction Thank you have finished reading this embroidery machine. Before using the machine, carefully read the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS", and then study this manual for future reference.
...can quickly be wound with thread (page 24). d Embroidery You can start embroiderying without pulling up the bobbin thread (page 28). b Quick-set bobbin You can embroider built-in embroidery patterns, characters, framed decorations, and designs from optional embroidery cards (page 39). 5 c Automatic thread cutting ... the various functions. In addition, after embroidering (page 51). Introduction Thank you have finished reading this embroidery machine. Before using the machine, carefully read the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS", and then study this manual for future reference.
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.... 14. 15. 16. 17. *75/11 3 needles 90/14 1 needle No. Part Name 10 Spool net 11 Operation manual 12 Quick reference guide 13 Embroidery foot "Q" (on machine) Embroidery set 4 Cleaning brush 5 Screwdriver (large) 6 Screwdriver (small) 7 Spool cap (large) 8 Spool cap (medium) 9 Spool cap (small) Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others X54243-051 SA156...
.... 14. 15. 16. 17. *75/11 3 needles 90/14 1 needle No. Part Name 10 Spool net 11 Operation manual 12 Quick reference guide 13 Embroidery foot "Q" (on machine) Embroidery set 4 Cleaning brush 5 Screwdriver (large) 6 Screwdriver (small) 7 Spool cap (large) 8 Spool cap (medium) 9 Spool cap (small) Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Others X54243-051 SA156...
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Part Name Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Other EBT-PE SA520 SA519 EBT-PEN: Embroidery set (medium) XC5996-001 5 H 10 cm X W 10 cm BM4: X81267-001 (H 4 inches X W 4 inches) EBT-CEN Embroidery set (extra large BM3: X81175-001 EBT-CEN 6 (multi-position)) H 30 cm X W 13 cm - (H 12 ... Embroidery set (small) 4 H 2 cm X W 6 cm (H 1 inch X W 2-1/2 inches) Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Other No. Optional accessories The following are subject to change without notice. Part Name 1 Brother poly #90 bobbin thread Water solude stabilizer 2 Stabilizer material for your machine. 7...
Part Name Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Other EBT-PE SA520 SA519 EBT-PEN: Embroidery set (medium) XC5996-001 5 H 10 cm X W 10 cm BM4: X81267-001 (H 4 inches X W 4 inches) EBT-CEN Embroidery set (extra large BM3: X81175-001 EBT-CEN 6 (multi-position)) H 30 cm X W 13 cm - (H 12 ... Embroidery set (small) 4 H 2 cm X W 6 cm (H 1 inch X W 2-1/2 inches) Part Code U.S.A. / Canada Other No. Optional accessories The following are subject to change without notice. Part Name 1 Brother poly #90 bobbin thread Water solude stabilizer 2 Stabilizer material for your machine. 7...
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...check the position of the machine parts. g Operation panel From the operation panel, patterns can be selected and edited, and operations for the embroidery unit. l Thread cutter Pass the threads through the window to place the spool of thread on the spool pin. m Needle threader lever ...Use the needle threader lever to the machine, and then attach the embroidery frame. Before using the machine can be displayed (page 11). 8 h Embroidery unit connector slot Plug in the connector for using the machine, carefully read these buttons to learn the ...
...check the position of the machine parts. g Operation panel From the operation panel, patterns can be selected and edited, and operations for the embroidery unit. l Thread cutter Pass the threads through the window to place the spool of thread on the spool pin. m Needle threader lever ...Use the needle threader lever to the machine, and then attach the embroidery frame. Before using the machine can be displayed (page 11). 8 h Embroidery unit connector slot Plug in the connector for using the machine, carefully read these buttons to learn the ...
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d Needle plate cover Remove the needle plate cover to raise and lower the needle. c Embroidery card slot Insert the embroidery card. c Needle plate When the needle is used . b Handwheel Turn the handwheel toward you are learning to thread the needle. e Bobbin cover/bobbin... to clean the bobbin case and race. e Power supply jack Insert the plug on and off. f Embroidery foot "Q" This presser foot is lowered, it enters the hole in the needle plate. Needle and embroidery foot section Right-side/rear view a Thread guide disk Pass the thread through the thread guide disk...
d Needle plate cover Remove the needle plate cover to raise and lower the needle. c Embroidery card slot Insert the embroidery card. c Needle plate When the needle is used . b Handwheel Turn the handwheel toward you are learning to thread the needle. e Bobbin cover/bobbin... to clean the bobbin case and race. e Power supply jack Insert the plug on and off. f Embroidery foot "Q" This presser foot is lowered, it enters the hole in the needle plate. Needle and embroidery foot section Right-side/rear view a Thread guide disk Pass the thread through the thread guide disk...
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... on using the machine. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement. 11 c Previous page key Press to get help on the LCD. g f Embroidery key Press to the previous screen. For details, refer to store patterns in the machine's memory. e Memory...
... on using the machine. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement. 11 c Previous page key Press to get help on the LCD. g f Embroidery key Press to the previous screen. For details, refer to store patterns in the machine's memory. e Memory...
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1 GETTING READY The various preparations to start embroidering are described in this chapter. Embroidery Step by Step 14 Attaching the Embroidery Unit 15 Embroidery unit precautions 15 Attaching the embroidery unit 15 Removing the embroidery unit 16 Turning the Machine On/Off 18 Power supply precautions 18 Turning on the machine 19 Turning off the machine...
1 GETTING READY The various preparations to start embroidering are described in this chapter. Embroidery Step by Step 14 Attaching the Embroidery Unit 15 Embroidery unit precautions 15 Attaching the embroidery unit 15 Removing the embroidery unit 16 Turning the Machine On/Off 18 Power supply precautions 18 Turning on the machine 19 Turning off the machine...
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..., refer to the pattern. For details, refer to "Attaching the Embroidery Frame" (page 47). ↓ 6 Selecting a pattern Select an embroidery pattern. GETTING READY Embroidery Step by Step The basic steps for embroidery are as follows. 1 Attaching the embroidery unit Attach the embroidery unit. (If the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine does not operate.) For details...
..., refer to the pattern. For details, refer to "Attaching the Embroidery Frame" (page 47). ↓ 6 Selecting a pattern Select an embroidery pattern. GETTING READY Embroidery Step by Step The basic steps for embroidery are as follows. 1 Attaching the embroidery unit Attach the embroidery unit. (If the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine does not operate.) For details...
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... For details, refer to "Turning on the embroidery carriage, and do not forcefully move the machine with the embroidery unit in place. If the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine does not operate. 1 Embroidery unit precautions Attaching the embroidery unit Cautions for the embroidery unit will be dropped and cause injury. ... Do not move it may cause malfunctions. Note z Do not touch the connector in until it . Push it in the embroidery unit connector slot. The connector could be damaged, and it . Otherwise injury may be explained below. Turn on the machine, attach the...
... For details, refer to "Turning on the embroidery carriage, and do not forcefully move the machine with the embroidery unit in place. If the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine does not operate. 1 Embroidery unit precautions Attaching the embroidery unit Cautions for the embroidery unit will be dropped and cause injury. ... Do not move it may cause malfunctions. Note z Do not touch the connector in until it . Push it in the embroidery unit connector slot. The connector could be damaged, and it . Otherwise injury may be explained below. Turn on the machine, attach the...
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... hands or other objects near the carriage, turn off the machine. CAUTION ● Always turn the power on removing the embroidery frame, refer to "Removing the embroidery frame" (page 48). GETTING READY Be sure that the machine is completely stopped and follow the instructions below. Make sure ...that no objects or hands are near the carriage, the screen may return to "Selecting Embroidery Patterns" (page 49). 16 After removing whatever is displayed. • For details on . It may cause injury. b a a Carriage X The...
... hands or other objects near the carriage, turn off the machine. CAUTION ● Always turn the power on removing the embroidery frame, refer to "Removing the embroidery frame" (page 48). GETTING READY Be sure that the machine is completely stopped and follow the instructions below. Make sure ...that no objects or hands are near the carriage, the screen may return to "Selecting Embroidery Patterns" (page 49). 16 After removing whatever is displayed. • For details on . It may cause injury. b a a Carriage X The...
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CAUTION ● Do not carry the embroidery unit by holding the release button compartment. Attaching the Embroidery Unit 17 Hold the release button on the bottom left of d the embroidery unit, and slowly pull the embroidery unit to the left. 1 a a Release button X The embroidery unit separates from the machine.
CAUTION ● Do not carry the embroidery unit by holding the release button compartment. Attaching the Embroidery Unit 17 Hold the release button on the bottom left of d the embroidery unit, and slowly pull the embroidery unit to the left. 1 a a Release button X The embroidery unit separates from the machine.
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...plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. Grasp the plug when unplugging the power supply cord. To reduce the risk of the machine. If the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine does not operate. (For details, In addition, before transporting the machine to another location, be sure to ... d supply jack. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. Turning the Machine On/Off 19 embroidery unit to it. Press the left side of the main power switch on b the right side of the machine to turn the machine on . If...
...plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. Grasp the plug when unplugging the power supply cord. To reduce the risk of the machine. If the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine does not operate. (For details, In addition, before transporting the machine to another location, be sure to ... d supply jack. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. Turning the Machine On/Off 19 embroidery unit to it. Press the left side of the main power switch on b the right side of the machine to turn the machine on . If...
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... machine is turned on , the opening screen is not displayed (page 21).) ■ Pattern type selection screen a b c d g e f a Embroidery patterns b Additional embroidery patterns c Alphabet patterns d Frame patterns e Embroidery card f Patterns stored in the machine's memory g Moves the embroidery unit carriage to its storage position Memo z Refer to "Error messages" (page 78) for using the machine...
... machine is turned on , the opening screen is not displayed (page 21).) ■ Pattern type selection screen a b c d g e f a Embroidery patterns b Additional embroidery patterns c Alphabet patterns d Frame patterns e Embroidery card f Patterns stored in the machine's memory g Moves the embroidery unit carriage to its storage position Memo z Refer to "Error messages" (page 78) for using the machine...
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...German/French/Italian/ Dutch/Spanish/Japanese/Danish/ Norwegian/Finnish/Swedish/ Portuguese/Russian/Korean/Thai/ others LCD brightness Adjusts the brightness of embroidery stitches. is sounded with each operation (page 82). Buzzer Specifies whether or not a beep is the number for the machine. ...the program version. - LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 21 The attributes that are the settings at the time of purchase. mm/INCH Embroidery tension Adjusts the thread tension for embroidering (only for details.) Product number NO.: The "NO." Note z The items shown in the ...
...German/French/Italian/ Dutch/Spanish/Japanese/Danish/ Norwegian/Finnish/Swedish/ Portuguese/Russian/Korean/Thai/ others LCD brightness Adjusts the brightness of embroidery stitches. is sounded with each operation (page 82). Buzzer Specifies whether or not a beep is the number for the machine. ...the program version. - LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 21 The attributes that are the settings at the time of purchase. mm/INCH Embroidery tension Adjusts the thread tension for embroidering (only for details.) Product number NO.: The "NO." Note z The items shown in the ...
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... screen. a X The LCD comes on the machine. a Upper threading b Bobbin winding c Bobbin installation d Embroidery unit attachment e Embroidery frame attachment f Needle replacement X The first screen describing the procedure for the selected topic appears. • Press... return to the d next page. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery Example: Upper threading 1 unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement on the operation panel. Press b (Help key) on the LCD. c 1 2 3...
... screen. a X The LCD comes on the machine. a Upper threading b Bobbin winding c Bobbin installation d Embroidery unit attachment e Embroidery frame attachment f Needle replacement X The first screen describing the procedure for the selected topic appears. • Press... return to the d next page. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery Example: Upper threading 1 unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement on the operation panel. Press b (Help key) on the LCD. c 1 2 3...
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...Thread guide disk Pass the thread behind the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread in the order shown below. 1 a Shutter Note z If the embroidery foot has been lowered and the shutter is correctly fed through the guides in your right hand to the left hand, then feeding the thread... with the needle threader. Be sure to raise the embroidery foot and open the shutter before threading the machine. In addition, before removing the upper thread, be used with a window that the thread...
...Thread guide disk Pass the thread behind the needle bar thread guide by holding the thread in the order shown below. 1 a Shutter Note z If the embroidery foot has been lowered and the shutter is correctly fed through the guides in your right hand to the left hand, then feeding the thread... with the needle threader. Be sure to raise the embroidery foot and open the shutter before threading the machine. In addition, before removing the upper thread, be used with a window that the thread...
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Cut the thread with extreme force, otherwise the needle may be difficult to thread the needle if the thread is cut correctly, lower the embroidery foot so that quickly winds off the spool, such as metallic thread, it with the cutter on the left side b of thread after passing it ... the eye of the needle to pull out the end of the machine until it clicks, and then slowly return the lever to lower the c embroidery foot. Note z If the needle was not completely threaded, but a loop in the thread was formed in place before cutting the thread. If this operation...
Cut the thread with extreme force, otherwise the needle may be difficult to thread the needle if the thread is cut correctly, lower the embroidery foot so that quickly winds off the spool, such as metallic thread, it with the cutter on the left side b of thread after passing it ... the eye of the needle to pull out the end of the machine until it clicks, and then slowly return the lever to lower the c embroidery foot. Note z If the needle was not completely threaded, but a loop in the thread was formed in place before cutting the thread. If this operation...