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Computerized Embroidery and Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code 885-V31/V32/V33 GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 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 and Sewing Machine Operation Manual Product Code 885-V31/V32/V33 GETTING READY SEWING BASICS UTILITY STITCHES 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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... are leaving the machine unattended. Important Safety Instructions Please read the "Important Safety Instructions", and then study this embroidery and sewing machine. WARNING - Lifting the sewing machine by its handle. This machine is intended for household use the machine. To reduce the risk of burns... an odor, heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord. • When transporting the sewing machine, be careful not to persons. 2 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when ...
... are leaving the machine unattended. Important Safety Instructions Please read the "Important Safety Instructions", and then study this embroidery and sewing machine. WARNING - Lifting the sewing machine by its handle. This machine is intended for household use the machine. To reduce the risk of burns... an odor, heat, discoloration or deformation, stop using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord. • When transporting the sewing machine, be careful not to persons. 2 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when removing covers, lubricating, or when ...
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... and simple bobbin winder, you can start sewing without pulling up (page 12). e Quick-set bobbin You can wind bobbins with one press of a lever (page 32). Machine Features 9 a Automatic thread cutting The thread can select from the built-in embroidery patterns, characters, framed decorations, and designs ...in utility stitches available (page 70). h Easy-to work on , the machine is ready to sew. g Lighting Start/Stop button When the green light is warming up the bobbin thread (page 27). i Embroidery You can thread the needle easily by one press of fabric weights (page 11). A red ...
... and simple bobbin winder, you can start sewing without pulling up (page 12). e Quick-set bobbin You can wind bobbins with one press of a lever (page 32). Machine Features 9 a Automatic thread cutting The thread can select from the built-in embroidery patterns, characters, framed decorations, and designs ...in utility stitches available (page 70). h Easy-to work on , the machine is ready to sew. g Lighting Start/Stop button When the green light is warming up the bobbin thread (page 27). i Embroidery You can thread the needle easily by one press of fabric weights (page 11). A red ...
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... 18) Setting for the selected stitch or pattern and error messages appear in the connector for the embroidery unit. i Operation buttons (page 12) Use these descriptions to use the sewing machine, etc. g Embroidery unit connector slot (page 123) Plug in the LCD. Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions... Front view a Thread guide cover (page 24, 33) Pass the thread under this panel to select stitches or embroidery patterns, or check how to learn the names of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. d Bobbin winder (page 22) Use the bobbin winder when winding the ...
... 18) Setting for the selected stitch or pattern and error messages appear in the connector for the embroidery unit. i Operation buttons (page 12) Use these descriptions to use the sewing machine, etc. g Embroidery unit connector slot (page 123) Plug in the LCD. Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions... Front view a Thread guide cover (page 24, 33) Pass the thread under this panel to select stitches or embroidery patterns, or check how to learn the names of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. d Bobbin winder (page 22) Use the bobbin winder when winding the ...
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...while you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle to sew one stitch. h Presser foot (page 43, 50) The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the power supply cord into the power supply jack. c Embroidery card slot (page 138) Insert the embroidery card. e Main power switch (page 17) Use the ...88) Use the drop feed lever to clean the bobbin case and race. g Feed dogs (page 88) The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction. i Presser foot holder (page 45) The presser foot is marked with guides for the selected stitching. f Foot controller jack (page 52) ...
...while you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle to sew one stitch. h Presser foot (page 43, 50) The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the power supply cord into the power supply jack. c Embroidery card slot (page 138) Insert the embroidery card. e Main power switch (page 17) Use the ...88) Use the drop feed lever to clean the bobbin case and race. g Feed dogs (page 88) The feed dogs feed the fabric in the sewing direction. i Presser foot holder (page 45) The presser foot is marked with guides for the selected stitching. f Foot controller jack (page 52) ...
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h Settings key Press to perform operations. g Embroidery key Press this key to sew embroidery. Operation panel The front operation panel has an LCD (liquid crystal display) and operation keys. a LCD (liquid crystal display)...items that are not displayed on using the sewing machine. f Utility stitch key Press this key to select a utility stitch. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement. 13 ...
h Settings key Press to perform operations. g Embroidery key Press this key to sew embroidery. Operation panel The front operation panel has an LCD (liquid crystal display) and operation keys. a LCD (liquid crystal display)...items that are not displayed on using the sewing machine. f Utility stitch key Press this key to select a utility stitch. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement. 13 ...
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...or a touch pen. GETTING READY LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation Selected stitch, pattern settings and messages are explained in "Selecting an embroidery pattern" (page 137). For details, refer to "Error messages" (page 159) for messages displayed on . When you touch the ... of stitches contained i Horizontal mirror image j Automatic thread cutting k Automatic reverse/reinforcement l Single/twin needle sewing and needle stop position Memo z A different screen is displayed when the embroidery unit is turned on, the LCD comes on the LCD. 18 z Refer to "Operation panel" (page...
...or a touch pen. GETTING READY LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation Selected stitch, pattern settings and messages are explained in "Selecting an embroidery pattern" (page 137). For details, refer to "Error messages" (page 159) for messages displayed on . When you touch the ... of stitches contained i Horizontal mirror image j Automatic thread cutting k Automatic reverse/reinforcement l Single/twin needle sewing and needle stop position Memo z A different screen is displayed when the embroidery unit is turned on, the LCD comes on the LCD. 18 z Refer to "Operation panel" (page...
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...version. - For details on operation, refer to embroider/Needle count/ Thread number (#123) (When "Thread No.#123" is selected) Embroidery/Country/Madeira poly/Madeira rayon/Sulky/ Robison Anton Display unit Selects the measurement units that can be adjusted with each operation (page 163).... LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 19 The stitch or machine attributes that are displayed (only for the embroidery and sewing machine. - Thread color/Time to the next page. 1 Attribute Needle position Stitch width control Thread color display Icon Details ...
...version. - For details on operation, refer to embroider/Needle count/ Thread number (#123) (When "Thread No.#123" is selected) Embroidery/Country/Madeira poly/Madeira rayon/Sulky/ Robison Anton Display unit Selects the measurement units that can be adjusted with each operation (page 163).... LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 19 The stitch or machine attributes that are displayed (only for the embroidery and sewing machine. - Thread color/Time to the next page. 1 Attribute Needle position Stitch width control Thread color display Icon Details ...
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.... Checking machine operating Press (Next page key) to switch to the corresponding page in this Operation Manual. Press (Sewing machine help screen appears. bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / Example: Upper threading embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement on the LCD display for the selected topic appears.
.... Checking machine operating Press (Next page key) to switch to the corresponding page in this Operation Manual. Press (Sewing machine help screen appears. bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / Example: Upper threading embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement on the LCD display for the selected topic appears.
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... spool cap onto the spool pin and f return the spool pin to choose a spool cap that is not positioned so that the spring on the sewing machine. Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the front at the bottom. 1 Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so b that... may be damaged. ● Winding/Installing the Bobbin 23 Turn on the shaft fits into the notch in the bobbin. Memo z For embroidering, use the embroidery bobbin thread.
... spool cap onto the spool pin and f return the spool pin to choose a spool cap that is not positioned so that the spring on the sewing machine. Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the front at the bottom. 1 Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so b that... may be damaged. ● Winding/Installing the Bobbin 23 Turn on the shaft fits into the notch in the bobbin. Memo z For embroidering, use the embroidery bobbin thread.
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... already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. ■ Ball point needle (gold colored) To avoid skipped stitches use a bent needle. If the combination of the needle on thick fabrics such as 65/9 to 100/16 needle, regardless of the fabric or thread. ■ Embroidery needles Use a 75/...11 home sewing machine needle. When embroidering on a flat surface and check that the distance between the needle and the flat surface is not even...
... already installed when the sewing machine is purchased. ■ Ball point needle (gold colored) To avoid skipped stitches use a bent needle. If the combination of the needle on thick fabrics such as 65/9 to 100/16 needle, regardless of the fabric or thread. ■ Embroidery needles Use a 75/...11 home sewing machine needle. When embroidering on a flat surface and check that the distance between the needle and the flat surface is not even...
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... to the machine. c a a Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine. a b a Black button b Presser foot holder X The presser foot holder releases the presser foot. Replacing the presser foot Replace the presser foot as described below. Memo z For details on attaching the embroidery foot "Q", refer to raise the needle. Press (Needle position button...
... to the machine. c a a Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine. a b a Black button b Presser foot holder X The presser foot holder releases the presser foot. Replacing the presser foot Replace the presser foot as described below. Memo z For details on attaching the embroidery foot "Q", refer to raise the needle. Press (Needle position button...
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...Use the screwdriver to turn off the sewing machine. CAUTION z Before attaching/removing the presser foot, be sure to remove the presser foot holder. The needle may occur if a button is loose, the needle may hit the presser foot and break or bend. embroidery foot, optional free-motion open toe ... presser foot holder, such as the b left hand. If the screw is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that Align the presser foot holder with your left side of the presser bar...
...Use the screwdriver to turn off the sewing machine. CAUTION z Before attaching/removing the presser foot, be sure to remove the presser foot holder. The needle may occur if a button is loose, the needle may hit the presser foot and break or bend. embroidery foot, optional free-motion open toe ... presser foot holder, such as the b left hand. If the screw is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. Remove the presser foot holder when cleaning the sewing machine or when installing a presser foot that Align the presser foot holder with your left side of the presser bar...
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... or country thread. ■ Fabric Prepare the fabric for fabrics where stitches are needles for embroidery. When embroidering on lightweight or stretch fabrics. For the bobbin thread, use stabilizer when sewing embroidery projects, especially when embroidering on thick fabrics such as pattern stitching and stretch fabrics, be sure there is necessary for embroidering...
... or country thread. ■ Fabric Prepare the fabric for fabrics where stitches are needles for embroidery. When embroidering on lightweight or stretch fabrics. For the bobbin thread, use stabilizer when sewing embroidery projects, especially when embroidering on thick fabrics such as pattern stitching and stretch fabrics, be sure there is necessary for embroidering...
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... position button) once or a twice to detach the presser foot. a CAUTION z Before attaching the embroidery foot, be sure to attach the embroidery foot "Q". c a a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is at the top. EMBROIDERY Attaching the Embroidery Foot This section describes how to turn off the sewing machine. Have the included embroidery foot "Q" and a screwdriver ready.
... position button) once or a twice to detach the presser foot. a CAUTION z Before attaching the embroidery foot, be sure to attach the embroidery foot "Q". c a a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is at the top. EMBROIDERY Attaching the Embroidery Foot This section describes how to turn off the sewing machine. Have the included embroidery foot "Q" and a screwdriver ready.
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... screwdriver. Turn the screwdriver toward the front. If the screw is loose, the needle may hit the presser foot and break or bend. ● Before sewing, always turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) slowly to the presser foot bar. d a c b a Screwdriver b Presser foot holder c Presser bar d Presser foot ... 121 i Turn the screwdriver toward the back. Loosen the presser foot holder screw and e remove the presser foot holder. Secure the embroidery foot with your index a finger wrapped around the lever at the back of the foot. 4 a a Lever While pressing in the lever...
... screwdriver. Turn the screwdriver toward the front. If the screw is loose, the needle may hit the presser foot and break or bend. ● Before sewing, always turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) slowly to the presser foot bar. d a c b a Screwdriver b Presser foot holder c Presser bar d Presser foot ... 121 i Turn the screwdriver toward the back. Loosen the presser foot holder screw and e remove the presser foot holder. Secure the embroidery foot with your index a finger wrapped around the lever at the back of the foot. 4 a a Lever While pressing in the lever...
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... back. a a Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine. c a a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. a While pressing in the lever at the back of the d embroidery foot with your finger, loosen the presser foot holder ...screw, and then remove embroidery foot "Q". EMBROIDERY Removing the embroidery foot Press (Needle position button) once or ...
... back. a a Needle position button Turn off the sewing machine. c a a Presser foot lever X The presser foot is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing. a While pressing in the lever at the back of the d embroidery foot with your finger, loosen the presser foot holder ...screw, and then remove embroidery foot "Q". EMBROIDERY Removing the embroidery foot Press (Needle position button) once or ...
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.... It may cause malfunctions. Get the included embroidery unit ready. z Do not lift up on the embroidery carriage, and do not forcefully move the sewing machine with the embroidery unit in the a 4 embroidery unit connector slot. b a Carriage a a Flat bed attachment Attaching the Embroidery Unit 123 Attaching the Embroidery Unit This section describes how to the left. Note...
.... It may cause malfunctions. Get the included embroidery unit ready. z Do not lift up on the embroidery carriage, and do not forcefully move the sewing machine with the embroidery unit in the a 4 embroidery unit connector slot. b a Carriage a a Flat bed attachment Attaching the Embroidery Unit 123 Attaching the Embroidery Unit This section describes how to the left. Note...
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... stitches cannot be sewn correctly. X The carriage moves to fully insert the connector into the connection port. a X The embroidery unit is attached. Turn on again. d a Carriage CAUTION ● Do not put your hands or other objects near the...embroidery patterns, refer to the embroidery unit may not be selected when the embroidery unit is attached. X The confirmation message is displayed. Note z Make sure that no gap between the embroidery unit and the sewing machine, otherwise the embroidery pattern may result. EMBROIDERY Slide the embroidery unit onto the sewing...
... stitches cannot be sewn correctly. X The carriage moves to fully insert the connector into the connection port. a X The embroidery unit is attached. Turn on again. d a Carriage CAUTION ● Do not put your hands or other objects near the...embroidery patterns, refer to the embroidery unit may not be selected when the embroidery unit is attached. X The confirmation message is displayed. Note z Make sure that no gap between the embroidery unit and the sewing machine, otherwise the embroidery pattern may result. EMBROIDERY Slide the embroidery unit onto the sewing...
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...; Always use stabilizer material when sewing embroidery projects. Memo z We recommend the optional stabilizer material for embroidering in places where ironing is difficult, place the stabilizer material under the fabric, and stretch the fabric in the embroidery frame without using stabilizers with adhesive.... Use a water soluble sheet on an embroidery frame. Attaching a stabilizer material to the fabric Prepare stabilizer material that is stretched on thin materials like towels. To obtain optional accessories or parts, visit [http://www.brother.com/], or [http:// www.brothermall.com]...
...; Always use stabilizer material when sewing embroidery projects. Memo z We recommend the optional stabilizer material for embroidering in places where ironing is difficult, place the stabilizer material under the fabric, and stretch the fabric in the embroidery frame without using stabilizers with adhesive.... Use a water soluble sheet on an embroidery frame. Attaching a stabilizer material to the fabric Prepare stabilizer material that is stretched on thin materials like towels. To obtain optional accessories or parts, visit [http://www.brother.com/], or [http:// www.brothermall.com]...