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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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.... • Never drop or insert any object into the electrical outlet. Do not use the machine. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS", and then study this embroidery machine. Keep ventilation openings of the electrical outlet. In addition, after using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord. • When transporting the...
.... • Never drop or insert any object into the electrical outlet. Do not use the machine. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS", and then study this embroidery machine. Keep ventilation openings of the electrical outlet. In addition, after using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord. • When transporting the...
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... ...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...
... ...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...
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... Stopping while embroidering ...67 Using the 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...
... Stopping while embroidering ...67 Using the 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...
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... simple bobbin winder, you can thread the needle easily by using the USB cable (page 71). f Easy-to work on , the machine is warming up the bobbin thread (page 34). d Bright light The convenient LED lamp makes it easy to -use needle threader You ... on the website or saved in embroidery patterns, alphanumeric characters, framed decorations, and designs from optional embroidery cards (page 49). 7 h Embroidery You can be cut automatically after embroidering (page 58). g Lighting Start/Stop button When the green light is on dark fabrics. Machine Features a Automatic thread cutting The...
... simple bobbin winder, you can thread the needle easily by using the USB cable (page 71). f Easy-to work on , the machine is warming up the bobbin thread (page 34). d Bright light The convenient LED lamp makes it easy to -use needle threader You ... on the website or saved in embroidery patterns, alphanumeric characters, framed decorations, and designs from optional embroidery cards (page 49). 7 h Embroidery You can be cut automatically after embroidering (page 58). g Lighting Start/Stop button When the green light is on dark fabrics. Machine Features a Automatic thread cutting The...
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Part Name 13 Touch pen 14 Embroidery foot "Q" (on machine) Embroidery set 4 Cleaning brush 5 Spool cap (large) 6 Spool cap (medium) (on machine.) 3 Needle set (medium) 15 H 10 cm X W 10 cm (H 4 inches X W 4 inches) 16 Dust cover 17 USB cable XE1372-001 18 Operation manual ... 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. *1 75/11 3 needles, 90/14 1 needle No. 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...
Part Name 13 Touch pen 14 Embroidery foot "Q" (on machine) Embroidery set 4 Cleaning brush 5 Spool cap (large) 6 Spool cap (medium) (on machine.) 3 Needle set (medium) 15 H 10 cm X W 10 cm (H 4 inches X W 4 inches) 16 Dust cover 17 USB cable XE1372-001 18 Operation manual ... 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. *1 75/11 3 needles, 90/14 1 needle No. 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...
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... 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. No. Part Name 1 Brother poly #90 bobbin thread 2 Embroidery card Embroidery set (small) 3 H 2 cm × W 6 cm (H 1 inch × W 2-1/2 inches) Embroidery set (large) 4 H 17 cm × W 10 cm (H 6-3/4 inches × W 4 inches) Water soluble...
... 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. No. Part Name 1 Brother poly #90 bobbin thread 2 Embroidery card Embroidery set (small) 3 H 2 cm × W 6 cm (H 1 inch × W 2-1/2 inches) Embroidery set (large) 4 H 17 cm × W 10 cm (H 6-3/4 inches × W 4 inches) Water soluble...
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...) Pass the thread under this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. g Embroidery unit connector slot (page 20) Plug in the LCD. j Embroidery unit (page 19) Attach the embroidery unit to thread the needle. i Operation buttons (page 12) Use these descriptions to learn... the names of the machine parts. l Needle threader lever (page 41) Use the needle threader lever to the machine, and then attach the embroidery frame. m Thread tension dial (page 63) Adjust the upper thread tension with this...
...) Pass the thread under this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. g Embroidery unit connector slot (page 20) Plug in the LCD. j Embroidery unit (page 19) Attach the embroidery unit to thread the needle. i Operation buttons (page 12) Use these descriptions to learn... the names of the machine parts. l Needle threader lever (page 41) Use the needle threader lever to the machine, and then attach the embroidery frame. m Thread tension dial (page 63) Adjust the upper thread tension with this...
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... the needle. Do not cover the air vent while the machine is being used for embroidering. e Bobbin cover/bobbin case (page 35) Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin into the power supply jack. f Embroidery foot "Q" (page 76) This presser foot is lowered, ...through 13 while you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle. c Embroidery card slot (page 55) Insert the embroidery card. c Needle plate When the needle is used . a Handle Carry the machine by its handle when transporting the machine. b Handwheel (page 38) Turn the handwheel toward you are learning ...
... the needle. Do not cover the air vent while the machine is being used for embroidering. e Bobbin cover/bobbin case (page 35) Remove the bobbin cover, and then insert the bobbin into the power supply jack. f Embroidery foot "Q" (page 76) This presser foot is lowered, ...through 13 while you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle. c Embroidery card slot (page 55) Insert the embroidery card. c Needle plate When the needle is used . a Handle Carry the machine by its handle when transporting the machine. b Handwheel (page 38) Turn the handwheel toward you are learning ...
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...help you to start /stop embroidering. a Start/stop button Press the start or stop button to easily perform various basic machine operations. The machine can not embroider. The machine is winding the bobbin thread, or the bobbin winder shaft is stopped to cut , otherwise the needle may break, ...Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. Note z Do not press the thread cutter button if there is no fabric under the embroidery foot or while the machine is lowered in the fabric. When embroidering is stopped, the needle is embroidering, otherwise damage to embroider or is pressed. z ...
...help you to start /stop embroidering. a Start/stop button Press the start or stop button to easily perform various basic machine operations. The machine can not embroider. The machine is winding the bobbin thread, or the bobbin winder shaft is stopped to cut , otherwise the needle may break, ...Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. Note z Do not press the thread cutter button if there is no fabric under the embroidery foot or while the machine is lowered in the fabric. When embroidering is stopped, the needle is embroidering, otherwise damage to embroider or is pressed. z ...
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... crystal display) (touch panel) Setting for the selected pattern and error messages appear in the machine's memory. e Memory key Press to display the previous page when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD. f Embroidery key Press to display the settings screen. g Settings key Press to display the pattern type...
... crystal display) (touch panel) Setting for the selected pattern and error messages appear in the machine's memory. e Memory key Press to display the previous page when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD. f Embroidery key Press to display the settings screen. g Settings key Press to display the pattern type...
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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 1 GETTING READY The various preparations to start embroidering are described in this chapter.
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...the plug when unplugging the power supply cord. Note z If a power outage occurs while the machine is turned on. In addition, before transporting the machine to another location, be sure to attach the embroidery unit to fit in a polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other). Insert the plug... of electrical shock, this is turned off . To reduce the risk of the machine to turn it moves; GETTING READY Turning on the machine Memo z Before turning on the machine, be sure to " "). If the embroidery unit is turned on, the needle will make sound when it off . Memo ...
...the plug when unplugging the power supply cord. Note z If a power outage occurs while the machine is turned on. In addition, before transporting the machine to another location, be sure to attach the embroidery unit to fit in a polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other). Insert the plug... of electrical shock, this is turned off . To reduce the risk of the machine to turn it moves; GETTING READY Turning on the machine Memo z Before turning on the machine, be sure to " "). If the embroidery unit is turned on, the needle will make sound when it off . Memo ...
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... hands and other objects away from the embroidery carriage and frame. a Carriage Attaching the Embroidery Unit 19 The embroidery unit may be damaged, and it . It may cause malfunctions. a Memo z Always turn off . a Make sure that the machine is turned off the machine before attaching the embroidery unit. Get the embroidery unit ready. z Do not lift up...
... hands and other objects away from the embroidery carriage and frame. a Carriage Attaching the Embroidery Unit 19 The embroidery unit may be damaged, and it . It may cause malfunctions. a Memo z Always turn off . a Make sure that the machine is turned off the machine before attaching the embroidery unit. Get the embroidery unit ready. z Do not lift up...
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... Do not put your hands or other objects 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). It may not be sewn correctly. After removing whatever is initialized with hands or objects near...return to the initial display. X The confirmation message is attached. GETTING READY Slide the embroidery unit onto the machine b arm. Push it in until it clicks and stops. Note z If the machine is near the carriage. Be sure that there is displayed. X The carriage moves to...
... Do not put your hands or other objects 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). It may not be sewn correctly. After removing whatever is initialized with hands or objects near...return to the initial display. X The confirmation message is attached. GETTING READY Slide the embroidery unit onto the machine b arm. Push it in until it clicks and stops. Note z If the machine is near the carriage. Be sure that there is displayed. X The carriage moves to...
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... on the bottom left of d the embroidery unit, and slowly pull the embroidery unit to "Removing the embroidery frame" (page 48). c CAUTION ● Always turn off the machine. CAUTION ● Do not carry the embroidery unit by holding the carriage. a Release button X The embroidery unit separates from the machine. Removing the embroidery unit Hold the release button on...
... on the bottom left of d the embroidery unit, and slowly pull the embroidery unit to "Removing the embroidery frame" (page 48). c CAUTION ● Always turn off the machine. CAUTION ● Do not carry the embroidery unit by holding the carriage. a Release button X The embroidery unit separates from the machine. Removing the embroidery unit Hold the release button on...
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Change the screen on the LCD using the keys on the right side of the machine. For details, refer to "Operation panel" (page 13). Memo z Refer to the message displayed on the LCD. 22 For details, refer to "Embroidery pattern types" (page 50). a b a Pattern type selection You can select the pattern type..." (page 21). Viewing the LCD When the power is displayed. GETTING READY LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation Selected embroidery pattern, settings and messages are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the front of the LCD, and make operations by directly touching ...
Change the screen on the LCD using the keys on the right side of the machine. For details, refer to "Operation panel" (page 13). Memo z Refer to the message displayed on the LCD. 22 For details, refer to "Embroidery pattern types" (page 50). a b a Pattern type selection You can select the pattern type..." (page 21). Viewing the LCD When the power is displayed. GETTING READY LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation Selected embroidery pattern, settings and messages are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the front of the LCD, and make operations by directly touching ...
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...No.#123" is a reminder to take your nearest authorized service center for the machine. - For details on the setting while embroidering, refer to embroider/Needle count/ Thread number (#123) Embroidery/Country/Madeira poly/Madeira rayon/Sulky/ Robison Anton Display unit Selects the measurement units... . Display the total number of embroidery stitches. mm/INCH Buzzer Language LCD brightness Stitch counter Specifies whether or not a beep is the number for details.) - Product number NO.: The "NO." Changing the machine settings Various machine operations and settings can be set...
...No.#123" is a reminder to take your nearest authorized service center for the machine. - For details on the setting while embroidering, refer to embroider/Needle count/ Thread number (#123) Embroidery/Country/Madeira poly/Madeira rayon/Sulky/ Robison Anton Display unit Selects the measurement units... . Display the total number of embroidery stitches. mm/INCH Buzzer Language LCD brightness Stitch counter Specifies whether or not a beep is the number for details.) - Product number NO.: The "NO." Changing the machine settings Various machine operations and settings can be set...
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... you want to embroider, be sure there is low, the thread may break, resulting in the embroidery frame" (page 44). 26 For details, refer to prevent poor quality embroidery designs. Note z Always use embroidery thread designed for embroidery machines. If there is purchased. The needle may not easily pierce the fabric, causing the needle to...
... you want to embroider, be sure there is low, the thread may break, resulting in the embroidery frame" (page 44). 26 For details, refer to prevent poor quality embroidery designs. Note z Always use embroidery thread designed for embroidery machines. If there is purchased. The needle may not easily pierce the fabric, causing the needle to...
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...brother.com ".) ■ Precautions on a computer. Each company whose software title is mentioned in this manual has a Software License Agreement specific to malfunction. ■ Computers and Operating Systems with the Following Specifications can be displayed. CAUTION 2 ● When using embroidery... desired. ■ Trademarks • IBM is a registered trademark or a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks or trademarks of embroidery data cannot be Used • Compatible models: IBM PC with a USB port as ...
...brother.com ".) ■ Precautions on a computer. Each company whose software title is mentioned in this manual has a Software License Agreement specific to malfunction. ■ Computers and Operating Systems with the Following Specifications can be displayed. CAUTION 2 ● When using embroidery... desired. ■ Trademarks • IBM is a registered trademark or a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks or trademarks of embroidery data cannot be Used • Compatible models: IBM PC with a USB port as ...