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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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... to use if you notice anything unusual, such as an odor, heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord. • When transporting the machine, be sure to carry it by any other part may injure your back or knees. 4 Always keep your ...you for the correct operation of the various functions. To reduce the risk of electric shock 1 Always unplug the machine from the build up of the electrical outlet. Lifting the machine by its handle. DANGER - Do not pull on the unit. Introduction Thank you have finished reading this manual,...
... to use if you notice anything unusual, such as an odor, heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord. • When transporting the machine, be sure to carry it by any other part may injure your back or knees. 4 Always keep your ...you for the correct operation of the various functions. To reduce the risk of electric shock 1 Always unplug the machine from the build up of the electrical outlet. Lifting the machine by its handle. DANGER - Do not pull on the unit. Introduction Thank you have finished reading this manual,...
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...first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the operation manual to clean the machine. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for its intended use outdoors. 7 For a longer service life: •...; When storing this machine. Do not use . 2 • Do not use bent or damaged needles. ...
...first follow the troubleshooting table in the back of the operation manual to clean the machine. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for its intended use outdoors. 7 For a longer service life: •...; When storing this machine. Do not use . 2 • Do not use bent or damaged needles. ...
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... protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only) Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation 100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA TEL : (908) 704-1700 declares that interference will not occur in... an outlet on , the user is no guarantee that the product Product Name: Model Number: Brother Sewing Machine HE1, PE500 This device complies with the limits for a Class B digital device. • Changes or modifications not expressly approved by...
... protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only) Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation 100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA TEL : (908) 704-1700 declares that interference will not occur in... an outlet on , the user is no guarantee that the product Product Name: Model Number: Brother Sewing Machine HE1, PE500 This device complies with the limits for a Class B digital device. • Changes or modifications not expressly approved by...
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...12 Operation panel ...13 GETTING READY 15 Basic Steps for Embroidering 16 Turning the Machine On/Off 17 Power supply precautions ...17 Turning on the machine ...18 Turning off the machine ...18 Attaching the Embroidery Unit 19 Embroidery unit precautions ...19 Attaching the embroidery ...unit ...19 Removing the embroidery unit ...21 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 22 Viewing the LCD ...22 Changing the machine settings ...23 Checking machine operating procedures ...25 Preparing Items for embroidering 26 Preparing the Needle ...27 Needle precautions ...27 Checking the needle ...27 ...
...12 Operation panel ...13 GETTING READY 15 Basic Steps for Embroidering 16 Turning the Machine On/Off 17 Power supply precautions ...17 Turning on the machine ...18 Turning off the machine ...18 Attaching the Embroidery Unit 19 Embroidery unit precautions ...19 Attaching the embroidery ...unit ...19 Removing the embroidery unit ...21 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 22 Viewing the LCD ...22 Changing the machine settings ...23 Checking machine operating procedures ...25 Preparing Items for embroidering 26 Preparing the Needle ...27 Needle precautions ...27 Checking the needle ...27 ...
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... 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 ...82 Adjusting the LCD ...85...
... 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 ...82 Adjusting the LCD ...85...
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... (page 38). d Bright light The convenient LED lamp makes it easy to embroider. A red or orange light indicates an error or that the machine is ready to work on the website or saved in embroidery patterns, alphanumeric characters, framed decorations, and designs from optional embroidery cards (page 49)....can thread the needle easily by using the USB cable (page 71). g Lighting Start/Stop button When the green light is on, the machine is warming up the bobbin thread (page 34). h Embroidery You can be cut automatically after embroidering (page 58). c USB port Various ...
... (page 38). d Bright light The convenient LED lamp makes it easy to embroider. A red or orange light indicates an error or that the machine is ready to work on the website or saved in embroidery patterns, alphanumeric characters, framed decorations, and designs from optional embroidery cards (page 49)....can thread the needle easily by using the USB cable (page 71). g Lighting Start/Stop button When the green light is on, the machine is warming up the bobbin thread (page 34). h Embroidery You can be cut automatically after embroidering (page 58). c USB port Various ...
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... 2 Bobbin (4) (One is missing or damaged, contact your dealer. 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. Part Name 13 Touch pen 14 Embroidery foot "Q" (on machine) Embroidery set 4 Cleaning brush 5 Spool cap...
... 2 Bobbin (4) (One is missing or damaged, contact your dealer. 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. Part Name 13 Touch pen 14 Embroidery foot "Q" (on machine) Embroidery set 4 Cleaning brush 5 Spool cap...
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...z All specifications are correct at " http://www.brother.com ". SA431 EF61: XA6630-102 SA434 SA520 SA519 EF71: XC2026-102 BM5: XE0615-001 BM3: XE0806-001 Memo z To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your machine. 9 z Visit your nearest authorized dealer for ...a complete listing of printing. The part codes are available as optional accessories. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. No. Optional accessories The following are subject to change without notice. Part Name 1 Brother poly #90 bobbin thread ...
...z All specifications are correct at " http://www.brother.com ". SA431 EF61: XA6630-102 SA434 SA520 SA519 EF71: XC2026-102 BM5: XE0615-001 BM3: XE0806-001 Memo z To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your machine. 9 z Visit your nearest authorized dealer for ...a complete listing of printing. The part codes are available as optional accessories. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. No. Optional accessories The following are subject to change without notice. Part Name 1 Brother poly #90 bobbin thread ...
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... Place a spool of thread on this panel to select embroidery patterns, or check how to use the machine, etc. i Operation buttons (page 12) Use these descriptions to operate the machine. g Embroidery unit connector slot (page 20) Plug in the connector for the selected pattern and error messages... with this thread guide and around the pretension disc when winding the bobbin thread. 10 Before using the machine, carefully read these buttons to learn the names of the machine and their functions are described below. l Needle threader lever (page 41) Use the needle threader lever...
... Place a spool of thread on this panel to select embroidery patterns, or check how to use the machine, etc. i Operation buttons (page 12) Use these descriptions to operate the machine. g Embroidery unit connector slot (page 20) Plug in the connector for the selected pattern and error messages... with this thread guide and around the pretension disc when winding the bobbin thread. 10 Before using the machine, carefully read these buttons to learn the names of the machine and their functions are described below. l Needle threader lever (page 41) Use the needle threader lever...
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... foot "Q" (page 76) This presser foot is used . c Embroidery card slot (page 55) Insert the embroidery card. Do not cover the air vent while the machine is lowered, it enters the hole in the needle plate. c Needle plate When the needle is being used for embroidering. a Handle Carry the... the computer. b Needle bar thread guide (page 40) Pass the upper thread through the thread guide disk when using the needle threader to use your machine. 11 d USB port (page 71) Connect the one end of the USB cable to this port and the other to clean the bobbin case and...
... foot "Q" (page 76) This presser foot is used . c Embroidery card slot (page 55) Insert the embroidery card. Do not cover the air vent while the machine is lowered, it enters the hole in the needle plate. c Needle plate When the needle is being used for embroidering. a Handle Carry the... the computer. b Needle bar thread guide (page 40) Pass the upper thread through the thread guide disk when using the needle threader to use your machine. 11 d USB port (page 71) Connect the one end of the USB cable to this port and the other to clean the bobbin case and...
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... damage to cut both the upper thread and the bobbin threads. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to start /stop embroidering. The machine embroiders at a slow speed while the button is lowered in the fabric. CAUTION ● Do not press the thread cutter button after...raise or lower the needle. a Start/stop button Press the start or stop button to easily perform various basic machine operations. When embroidering is stopped, the needle is pressed. The machine can not embroider. b Needle position button Press the needle position button to the right side. The...
... damage to cut both the upper thread and the bobbin threads. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to start /stop embroidering. The machine embroiders at a slow speed while the button is lowered in the fabric. CAUTION ● Do not press the thread cutter button after...raise or lower the needle. a Start/stop button Press the start or stop button to easily perform various basic machine operations. When embroidering is stopped, the needle is pressed. The machine can not embroider. b Needle position button Press the needle position button to the right side. The...
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... get help on the LCD. h Help key Press to display the next page when there are items that are not displayed on using the machine. For details, refer to display the pattern type selection screen. f Embroidery key Press to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation" (page 22... Memory key Press to perform operations. a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Setting for the selected pattern and error messages appear in the machine's memory. Operation panel The front operation panel has an LCD (liquid crystal display) and operation keys. c Previous page key Press to display the ...
... get help on the LCD. h Help key Press to display the next page when there are items that are not displayed on using the machine. For details, refer to display the pattern type selection screen. f Embroidery key Press to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation" (page 22... Memory key Press to perform operations. a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Setting for the selected pattern and error messages appear in the machine's memory. Operation panel The front operation panel has an LCD (liquid crystal display) and operation keys. c Previous page key Press to display the ...
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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. 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
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... appliances plugged in to them. Do not subject the cord to heat. Pulling on the cord may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn the machine on and off. 1 Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following circumstances: • When you are away from the outlet. These...the cord. Otherwise a fire may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized dealer for the power source. WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for repairs before continuing use extension cords or ...
... appliances plugged in to them. Do not subject the cord to heat. Pulling on the cord may result. ● When unplugging the machine, always turn the machine on and off. 1 Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following circumstances: • When you are away from the outlet. These...the cord. Otherwise a fire may damage the cord and cause fire or electric shock. If the cord or plug is damaged, take the machine to your authorized dealer for the power source. WARNING ● Use only regular household electricity for repairs before continuing use extension cords or ...
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... shock, this is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other). GETTING READY Turning on the machine Memo z Before turning on the right side of the machine. If the embroidery unit is turned on (set to " "). X The light, LCD and (Start/stop button) go off when ... power switch c on the right side of the main power switch on . Turning off the machine When you have finished using the machine, turn the machine off (set it moves; Press the left side of the machine to "|"). Insert the plug of the power supply cord into the power supply jack on the...
... shock, this is intended to fit in a polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other). GETTING READY Turning on the machine Memo z Before turning on the right side of the machine. If the embroidery unit is turned on (set to " "). X The light, LCD and (Start/stop button) go off when ... power switch c on the right side of the main power switch on . Turning off the machine When you have finished using the machine, turn the machine off (set it moves; Press the left side of the machine to "|"). Insert the plug of the power supply cord into the power supply jack on the...
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... turn off . 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. a Make sure that the machine is turned off the machine before attaching the embroidery unit. Get the embroidery unit ready. Attaching the Embroidery Unit This section...
... turn off . 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. a Make sure that the machine is turned off the machine before attaching the embroidery unit. Get the embroidery unit ready. Attaching the Embroidery Unit This section...
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... The confirmation message is no objects or hands are near the carriage, turn the power on the carriage when attaching the embroidery unit to the machine, otherwise damage to "Selecting Embroidery Patterns" (page 50). a X The embroidery unit is near the d embroidery unit and press . Be ... insert the connector into the connection port. It may result. After removing whatever is attached. GETTING READY Slide the embroidery unit onto the machine b arm. Turn on the embroidery patterns, refer to the embroidery unit may cause injury. c a Carriage CAUTION ● Do not ...
... The confirmation message is no objects or hands are near the carriage, turn the power on the carriage when attaching the embroidery unit to the machine, otherwise damage to "Selecting Embroidery Patterns" (page 50). a X The embroidery unit is near the d embroidery unit and press . Be ... insert the connector into the connection port. It may result. After removing whatever is attached. GETTING READY Slide the embroidery unit onto the machine b arm. Turn on the embroidery patterns, refer to the embroidery unit may cause injury. c a Carriage CAUTION ● Do not ...
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...removing the embroidery frame, refer to the left. Turn off the machine before removing the embroidery unit. It may cause malfunctions. Press , and then press . a Release button X The embroidery unit separates from the machine. CAUTION ● Do not carry the embroidery unit by holding the... carriage. c CAUTION ● Always turn off the machine. Make sure that the machine is turned on. It may cause malfunctions if removed when the machine is completely stopped and follow the instructions below. 1 Remove the embroidery frame. ...
...removing the embroidery frame, refer to the left. Turn off the machine before removing the embroidery unit. It may cause malfunctions. Press , and then press . a Release button X The embroidery unit separates from the machine. CAUTION ● Do not carry the embroidery unit by holding the... carriage. c CAUTION ● Always turn off the machine. Make sure that the machine is turned on. It may cause malfunctions if removed when the machine is completely stopped and follow the instructions below. 1 Remove the embroidery frame. ...
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..., the LCD comes on. When you touch the LCD screen according to "Error messages" (page 82) for messages displayed on the right side of the machine. b Moves the embroidery unit carriage to "Removing the embroidery unit" (page 21). For details, refer to its storage position Press when removing the embroidery unit...
..., the LCD comes on. When you touch the LCD screen according to "Error messages" (page 82) for messages displayed on the right side of the machine. b Moves the embroidery unit carriage to "Removing the embroidery unit" (page 21). For details, refer to its storage position Press when removing the embroidery unit...