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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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...an extension cord. • Always unplug your work area clear: • Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Lifting the sewing machine by its handle. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. In addition, after using, when cleaning, when making any other ...damaged, or water is spilled on the cord. • Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. 1 DANGER - Before using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord. • When transporting the sewing machine, be careful not to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for...
...an extension cord. • Always unplug your work area clear: • Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Lifting the sewing machine by its handle. Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. In addition, after using, when cleaning, when making any other ...damaged, or water is spilled on the cord. • Plug the machine directly into the electrical outlet. 1 DANGER - Before using the machine immediately and unplug the power cord. • When transporting the sewing machine, be careful not to the nearest authorized dealer or service center for...
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.... Use this manual. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com 2 Special care is required around the machine needle. • Switch the sewing machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it must be kept out of the reach of children... careful instruction when freehand stitching so that this sewing machine on an unstable surface, such as an unsteady or slanted table, otherwise the sewing machine may ignite, resulting in fire or an electric shock. • Do not place this sewing machine was supplied in should be replaced by authorized...
.... Use this manual. For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.brother.com 2 Special care is required around the machine needle. • Switch the sewing machine to the symbol "O" position to turn it must be kept out of the reach of children... careful instruction when freehand stitching so that this sewing machine on an unstable surface, such as an unsteady or slanted table, otherwise the sewing machine may ignite, resulting in fire or an electric shock. • Do not place this sewing machine was supplied in should be replaced by authorized...
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carrying the mark, rating as marked on plug. • Always replace the fuse cover. FOR USERS IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND This sewing machine is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, you should contact your authorized dealer to BS 1362, i.e. FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, ...
carrying the mark, rating as marked on plug. • Always replace the fuse cover. FOR USERS IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND This sewing machine is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, you should contact your authorized dealer to BS 1362, i.e. FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, ...
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... described below. i Operation buttons (page 12) Use these descriptions to operate the machine. l Needle threader lever (page 35) Use the needle threader lever to use the sewing machine, etc. Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these buttons to learn the names of the machine parts. g Embroidery unit connector slot (page 123) Plug in the connector...
... described below. i Operation buttons (page 12) Use these descriptions to operate the machine. l Needle threader lever (page 35) Use the needle threader lever to use the sewing machine, etc. Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these buttons to learn the names of the machine parts. g Embroidery unit connector slot (page 123) Plug in the connector...
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...learning to clean the bobbin case and race. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is installed onto the presser foot holder. h Drop feed lever (page 88) Use the drop feed lever to sew one stitch. f Bobbin cover/bobbin case (page 28) Remove the bobbin cover, and ...then insert the bobbin into the foot controller jack. a Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. d Air vent The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to turn the sewing machine on the end of the foot controller cable into the bobbin case. e Main power...
...learning to clean the bobbin case and race. Do not cover the air vent while the sewing machine is installed onto the presser foot holder. h Drop feed lever (page 88) Use the drop feed lever to sew one stitch. f Bobbin cover/bobbin case (page 28) Remove the bobbin cover, and ...then insert the bobbin into the foot controller jack. a Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. d Air vent The air vent allows the air surrounding the motor to turn the sewing machine on the end of the foot controller cable into the bobbin case. e Main power...
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...help you to "Using the thread cutter" (page 56). a Start/stop button Press the start/stop sewing. For details, refer to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. The machine is winding the bobbin thread, or the bobbin winder shaft is stopped to cut , otherwise the needle may... break, the threads may become tangled or damage to the machine may occur. z When cutting nylon thread or ...
...help you to "Using the thread cutter" (page 56). a Start/stop button Press the start/stop sewing. For details, refer to easily perform various basic sewing machine operations. The machine is winding the bobbin thread, or the bobbin winder shaft is stopped to cut , otherwise the needle may... break, the threads may become tangled or damage to the machine may occur. z When cutting nylon thread or ...
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...LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Setting for the selected stitch or pattern and error messages appear in the LCD. i Sewing machine help key Press to get help on the LCD with your finger or the touch pen to perform operations. Displays simple explanations of.../ setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement. 13 into the sewing machine memory. e Memory key Press to set the needle stop position, the buzzer sound, and more. f Utility stitch key Press this key to "...
...LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Setting for the selected stitch or pattern and error messages appear in the LCD. i Sewing machine help key Press to get help on the LCD with your finger or the touch pen to perform operations. Displays simple explanations of.../ setting bobbin thread / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement. 13 into the sewing machine memory. e Memory key Press to set the needle stop position, the buzzer sound, and more. f Utility stitch key Press this key to "...
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...When unplugging the machine, always turn the sewing machine on the cord may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine. ● Make sure that the plugs on the power cord are firmly inserted into the electrical outlet and the power supply jack on the machine. ● Do...household electricity for a long period of time. Always grasp the plug to remove it from the machine • After using the machine • When the power fails during use • When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection • During electrical storms ...
...When unplugging the machine, always turn the sewing machine on the cord may result in fire, electric shock, or damage to the machine. ● Make sure that the plugs on the power cord are firmly inserted into the electrical outlet and the power supply jack on the machine. ● Do...household electricity for a long period of time. Always grasp the plug to remove it from the machine • After using the machine • When the power fails during use • When the machine does not operate correctly due to a bad connection or a disconnection • During electrical storms ...
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... is not a malfunction. If the plug does not fit fully in any way. Turning on the right side of the Make sure that the sewing machine is turned machine to another location, be sure to turn it off. 1 a off (the main power switch is set to " "), and then plug the power... supply cord into a b house hold electrical outlet. a machine. If it off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. When you have finished using the sewing machine, turn off . Press the left side of the main power switch on . Note z If a power outage ...
... is not a malfunction. If the plug does not fit fully in any way. Turning on the right side of the Make sure that the sewing machine is turned machine to another location, be sure to turn it off. 1 a off (the main power switch is set to " "), and then plug the power... supply cord into a b house hold electrical outlet. a machine. If it off the sewing machine and unplug the power supply cord. When you have finished using the sewing machine, turn off . Press the left side of the main power switch on . Note z If a power outage ...
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...g Number of the selected stitch h Number 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 screen with your ... pen. Viewing the LCD When the power is attached. Change the screen on the LCD using the keys on the right side of the sewing machine. For details, refer to "Error messages" (page 159) for messages displayed on the front of the LCD, and make operations by directly...
...g Number of the selected stitch h Number 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 screen with your ... pen. Viewing the LCD When the power is attached. Change the screen on the LCD using the keys on the right side of the sewing machine. For details, refer to "Error messages" (page 159) for messages displayed on the front of the LCD, and make operations by directly...
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... Attribute Needle position Stitch width control Thread color display Icon Details Settings Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is selected) Embroidery/Country/Madeira poly/Madeira rayon/Sulky/ Robison Anton Display unit Selects the measurement units that can be... the language used in reverse highlighting are the settings at the time of the LCD (page 163). Changing the machine settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be set are listed below. Initial needle position Language Selects whether "1 Straight stitch (left)" or "3...
... Attribute Needle position Stitch width control Thread color display Icon Details Settings Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is selected) Embroidery/Country/Madeira poly/Madeira rayon/Sulky/ Robison Anton Display unit Selects the measurement units that can be... the language used in reverse highlighting are the settings at the time of the LCD (page 163). Changing the machine settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be set are listed below. Initial needle position Language Selects whether "1 Straight stitch (left)" or "3...
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... their default settings. X The initial stitch screen appears again. Press the item to be set. Memo z "NO" is installed in the sewing machine. GETTING READY Turn on . When settings are saved even if the power is the initial setting. z Settings that are changed are complete,... press d (Back key). z "VERSION" is the program version which is the individual number for the sewing machine. a The highlighted display is turned off. 20 Press b panel. (Settings key) on the display Example: Changing the needle stop position X The...
... their default settings. X The initial stitch screen appears again. Press the item to be set. Memo z "NO" is installed in the sewing machine. GETTING READY Turn on . When settings are saved even if the power is the initial setting. z Settings that are changed are complete,... press d (Back key). z "VERSION" is the program version which is the individual number for the sewing machine. a The highlighted display is turned off. 20 Press b panel. (Settings key) on the display Example: Changing the needle stop position X The...
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... / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / Example: Upper threading embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement on the sewing machine. Press (Sewing machine help screen appears. X The initial stitch screen appears again. X The sewing machine help key) on each topic, refer to the d next page. Memo z For details on b the display panel. Turn on the...
... / needle replacement / embroidery unit attachment / Example: Upper threading embroidery frame attachment / embroidery foot attachment / presser foot replacement on the sewing machine. Press (Sewing machine help screen appears. X The initial stitch screen appears again. X The sewing machine help key) on each topic, refer to the d next page. Memo z For details on b the display panel. Turn on the...
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... to prepare the bobbin thread. CAUTION ● Only use the Bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) designed specifically for this sewing machine. b a c a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin 22 Use only the included bobbin or bobbins of any other models are...mm (7/16 inch) Actual size This model Other model Winding the bobbin Wind the thread around the bobbin to the machine. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. Bobbin precautions Be sure to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread.
... to prepare the bobbin thread. CAUTION ● Only use the Bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB (XA5539-151)) designed specifically for this sewing machine. b a c a Bobbin-winding thread guide b Bobbin winder shaft c Bobbin 22 Use only the included bobbin or bobbins of any other models are...mm (7/16 inch) Actual size This model Other model Winding the bobbin Wind the thread around the bobbin to the machine. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. Bobbin precautions Be sure to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread.
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... unwinds correctly, the thread may be damaged. ● Winding/Installing the Bobbin 23 Memo z For embroidering, use the embroidery bobbin thread. Press down on the sewing machine. Pick up in the direction of thread for the spool being used , the thread may catch on the slit in the spool or the... machine may be damaged. ● Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to the front at the bottom. 1 Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder ...
... unwinds correctly, the thread may be damaged. ● Winding/Installing the Bobbin 23 Memo z For embroidering, use the embroidery bobbin thread. Press down on the sewing machine. Pick up in the direction of thread for the spool being used , the thread may catch on the slit in the spool or the... machine may be damaged. ● Three spool cap sizes are available, allowing you to the front at the bottom. 1 Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder ...
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... controller to stop button X The bobbin start winding and "Winding bobbin thread..." X The bobbin winding will stop the machine. Otherwise, the sewing machine may bend or break when the bobbin thread starts to stop . If the thread is displayed on the foot controller. Pass the end... of the thread through the bobbin-winding thread guide, use your foot from the machine while winding the bobbin. is wound counterclockwise, the thread...
... controller to stop button X The bobbin start winding and "Winding bobbin thread..." X The bobbin winding will stop the machine. Otherwise, the sewing machine may bend or break when the bobbin thread starts to stop . If the thread is displayed on the foot controller. Pass the end... of the thread through the bobbin-winding thread guide, use your foot from the machine while winding the bobbin. is wound counterclockwise, the thread...
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... o winder shaft to the left, and then remove the bobbin from the foot controller. this is turned after winding the bobbin, the machine will not move. (Sewing is plugged in injuries. ● Do not remove the screw of the bobbinwinding thread guide correctly, the thread may be damaged; It... 26 In such a case, wind off the thread by removing the screw. Memo z When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. When the foot controller is impossible.) Slide the sewing speed controller back to its p original position. Memo z If the bobbin winder shaft is set to...
... o winder shaft to the left, and then remove the bobbin from the foot controller. this is turned after winding the bobbin, the machine will not move. (Sewing is plugged in injuries. ● Do not remove the screw of the bobbinwinding thread guide correctly, the thread may be damaged; It... 26 In such a case, wind off the thread by removing the screw. Memo z When the sewing machine is started or the handwheel is not a malfunction. When the foot controller is impossible.) Slide the sewing speed controller back to its p original position. Memo z If the bobbin winder shaft is set to...
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Hold the thread end with your left , and c then remove the bobbin from other models are used, the machine will be incorrect. a Bobbin-winding thread guide Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left hand, and d wind off the thread clockwise near the bobbin ... is indicated by marks that has been correctly wound with your right hand as shown below. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. Winding/Installing the Bobbin 27 a CAUTION 1 ● Use a bobbin that surround the bobbin case.
Hold the thread end with your left , and c then remove the bobbin from other models are used, the machine will be incorrect. a Bobbin-winding thread guide Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left hand, and d wind off the thread clockwise near the bobbin ... is indicated by marks that has been correctly wound with your right hand as shown below. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this sewing machine. Winding/Installing the Bobbin 27 a CAUTION 1 ● Use a bobbin that surround the bobbin case.
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... cover. b a Needle position button b Presser foot lever Turn off the sewing machine. Otherwise, the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. Otherwise, the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. ● Be sure to thread the machine as shown, and h then pull the thread out toward the...
... cover. b a Needle position button b Presser foot lever Turn off the sewing machine. Otherwise, the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. Otherwise, the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. ● Be sure to thread the machine as shown, and h then pull the thread out toward the...