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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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... INSTRUCTIONS Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use extension cords. To reduce the risk of electric shock 1 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any adjustments in the needle area. • Do not use an... Always pay close attention to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4 Always keep your machine if the power is cut. 3 Never operate this manual, or if you are being used or where oxygen is being administered. 5 Special...
... INSTRUCTIONS Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use extension cords. To reduce the risk of electric shock 1 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when making any adjustments in the needle area. • Do not use an... Always pay close attention to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for examination, repair, electrical or mechanical adjustment. 4 Always keep your machine if the power is cut. 3 Never operate this manual, or if you are being used or where oxygen is being administered. 5 Special...
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.... The contents of this manual. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for household use or store the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other parts to assure correct installation. 8 For repair or adjustment: • If the...
.... The contents of this manual. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This machine is intended for household use or store the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other parts to assure correct installation. 8 For repair or adjustment: • If the...
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... buttons ...10 Operation panel ...11 GETTING READY 13 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 ...19 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 20...
... buttons ...10 Operation panel ...11 GETTING READY 13 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 ...19 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 20...
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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 .........68 Bobbin thread 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...
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 .........68 Bobbin thread 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...
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... 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 Before using the machine, carefully read the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS", and then study this embroidery machine. c Automatic thread cutting The thread can be wound with thread (page 24).
... 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 Before using the machine, carefully read the "IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS", and then study this embroidery machine. c Automatic thread cutting The thread can be wound with thread (page 24).
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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 SFB: XA5539- ...
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 SFB: XA5539- ...
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... 4 inches X W 4 inches) EBT-CEN 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. z All specifications are subject to change without notice. Part Name 1 Brother poly #90 bobbin thread Water solude stabilizer 2 ...embroidery 3 Embroidery card Embroidery set (extra large BM3: X81175-001 EBT-CEN 6 (multi-position)) H 30 cm X W 13 cm - (H 12 inches X W 5 inches) SA443/ EF83 SA445 EF83: XD0599-002 EF85: XD0601-002 SA442/ EF82 EF82: XD0598-002 Memo z To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your machine...
... 4 inches X W 4 inches) EBT-CEN 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. z All specifications are subject to change without notice. Part Name 1 Brother poly #90 bobbin thread Water solude stabilizer 2 ...embroidery 3 Embroidery card Embroidery set (extra large BM3: X81175-001 EBT-CEN 6 (multi-position)) H 30 cm X W 13 cm - (H 12 inches X W 5 inches) SA443/ EF83 SA445 EF83: XD0599-002 EF85: XD0601-002 SA442/ EF82 EF82: XD0598-002 Memo z To obtain optional accessories or parts, contact your machine...
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... Look through the thread cutter to learn the names of the machine parts. Front view a Thread guide plate Pass the thread around this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread. k Embroidery unit Attach the embroidery unit to thread the needle. i Presser foot lever Raise and...be selected and edited, and operations for using the machine, carefully read these buttons to operate the machine. m Needle threader lever Use the needle threader lever to the machine, and then attach the embroidery frame. c Spool pin Place a spool of the machine and their functions are described below.
... Look through the thread cutter to learn the names of the machine parts. Front view a Thread guide plate Pass the thread around this thread guide when winding the bobbin thread. k Embroidery unit Attach the embroidery unit to thread the needle. i Presser foot lever Raise and...be selected and edited, and operations for using the machine, carefully read these buttons to operate the machine. m Needle threader lever Use the needle threader lever to the machine, and then attach the embroidery frame. c Spool pin Place a spool of the machine and their functions are described below.
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...b Handwheel Turn the handwheel toward you are learning to use your machine. 9 Do not cover the air vent while the machine is used . f Embroidery foot "Q" This presser foot is being used for embroidering. c Embroidery card slot Insert the embroidery card. d Air vent The air vent allows the air surrounding ...the hole in the needle plate. d Needle plate cover Remove the needle plate cover to turn the machine on the power supply cord into the bobbin case. Needle and embroidery foot section Right-side/rear view a Thread guide disk Pass the thread through 11 while you (...
...b Handwheel Turn the handwheel toward you are learning to use your machine. 9 Do not cover the air vent while the machine is used . f Embroidery foot "Q" This presser foot is being used for embroidering. c Embroidery card slot Insert the embroidery card. d Air vent The air vent allows the air surrounding ...the hole in the needle plate. d Needle plate cover Remove the needle plate cover to turn the machine on the power supply cord into the bobbin case. Needle and embroidery foot section Right-side/rear view a Thread guide disk Pass the thread through 11 while you (...
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...is embroidering. Note z Do not press the thread cutter button if there is no fabric under the presser foot or while the machine is pressed. The machine embroiders at a slow speed while the button is embroidering, otherwise damage to the right side. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you...one stitch. z When cutting thread thicker than #30, nylon thread or other special threads, use the thread cutter on the side of the machine. 10 CAUTION ● Do not press the thread cutter button after embroidering is lowered in the fabric. The button changes color according to ...
...is embroidering. Note z Do not press the thread cutter button if there is no fabric under the presser foot or while the machine is pressed. The machine embroiders at a slow speed while the button is embroidering, otherwise damage to the right side. Operation buttons The operation buttons help you...one stitch. z When cutting thread thicker than #30, nylon thread or other special threads, use the thread cutter on the side of the machine. 10 CAUTION ● Do not press the thread cutter button after embroidering is lowered in the fabric. The button changes color according to ...
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For details, refer to store patterns in the machine's memory. c Previous page key Press to display the previous screen when there are items that are... operations. d Next page key Press to display the settings screen. g f Embroidery key Press to the previous screen. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement. 11 b Back key Press to return to display... key Press to display the next screen when there are items that are not displayed on using the machine.
For details, refer to store patterns in the machine's memory. c Previous page key Press to display the previous screen when there are items that are... operations. d Next page key Press to display the settings screen. g f Embroidery key Press to the previous screen. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement. 11 b Back key Press to return to display... key Press to display the next screen when there are items that are not displayed on using the machine.
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... 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 19 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 20 Viewing the LCD 20 Changing the machine settings 21 Checking machine operating procedures...
... 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 19 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 20 Viewing the LCD 20 Changing the machine settings 21 Checking machine operating procedures...
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..., refer to "Preparing the Fabric" (page 42). ↓ 5 Attaching the embroidery Attach the embroidery frame to the fabric. 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 "Attaching the...
..., refer to "Preparing the Fabric" (page 42). ↓ 5 Attaching the embroidery Attach the embroidery frame to the fabric. 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 "Attaching the...
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... other objects away from the embroidery carriage and frame. c • For details, refer to "Turning on the machine. Attaching the Embroidery Unit 15 z Do not lift up on the machine, attach the embroidery unit to attach the embroidery unit. Get the included embroidery unit ready. Turn off the machine. a Slide the embroidery unit onto the machine b arm. Push it in...
... other objects away from the embroidery carriage and frame. c • For details, refer to "Turning on the machine. Attaching the Embroidery Unit 15 z Do not lift up on the machine, attach the embroidery unit to attach the embroidery unit. Get the included embroidery unit ready. Turn off the machine. a Slide the embroidery unit onto the machine b arm. Push it in...
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... • For details on removing the embroidery frame, refer to "Removing the embroidery frame" (page 48). a • For details on the embroidery patterns, refer to "Turning off the machine before removing the embroidery unit. c • For details, refer to "Selecting Embroidery Patterns" (page 49). 16 X The ...can be displayed if you touch the screen with hands or objects near the carriage, turn off the machine" (page 19). Turn off the machine. Removing the embroidery unit • When an animation is near the carriage, the screen may cause injury. After removing ...
... • For details on removing the embroidery frame, refer to "Removing the embroidery frame" (page 48). a • For details on the embroidery patterns, refer to "Turning off the machine before removing the embroidery unit. c • For details, refer to "Selecting Embroidery Patterns" (page 49). 16 X The ...can be displayed if you touch the screen with hands or objects near the carriage, turn off the machine" (page 19). Turn off the machine. Removing the embroidery unit • When an animation is near the carriage, the screen may cause injury. After removing ...
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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. CAUTION ● Do not carry the embroidery unit by holding the release button compartment. Attaching the Embroidery Unit 17
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...bad connection or a disconnection • During electrical storms CAUTION ● Do not use . ● Unplug the power cord if the machine is damaged, take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with wet hands. These things may result. ●...regular household electricity for a long period of time. Do not place heavy objects on and off the main power first. GETTING READY Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn off . If the cord or plug is not to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent...
...bad connection or a disconnection • During electrical storms CAUTION ● Do not use . ● Unplug the power cord if the machine is damaged, take the machine to your authorized dealer for repairs before continuing use extension cords or multi-plug adapters with wet hands. These things may result. ●...regular household electricity for a long period of time. Do not place heavy objects on and off the main power first. GETTING READY Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn off . If the cord or plug is not to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent...
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...qualified electrician to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. Turning on the machine Turning off the machine Before turning on the machine, be sure to turn it . 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... the power supply jack on the right side of the machine to turn the machine on the right side of the machine. If the plug does not fit fully in a polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other). embroidery unit to " "), and then plug the power supply ...
...qualified electrician to correctly operate the machine. (For U.S.A. Turning on the machine Turning off the machine Before turning on the machine, be sure to turn it . 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... the power supply jack on the right side of the machine to turn the machine on the right side of the machine. If the plug does not fit fully in a polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other). embroidery unit to " "), and then plug the power supply ...
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... the LCD, patterns can be displayed when the machine is turned on. 20 Viewing the LCD When the machine 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...
... the LCD, patterns can be displayed when the machine is turned on. 20 Viewing the LCD When the machine 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...