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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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...be sure to make any other part may injure your back or knees. 4 Always keep your machine if the power is stored or in use the machine. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot control free from the build up of the electrical outlet. WARNING - To reduce the... 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 sewing machine, be accessed for purchasing this manual, store it where it by its handle. In addition, after using this...
...be sure to make any other part may injure your back or knees. 4 Always keep your machine if the power is stored or in use the machine. Keep ventilation openings of the sewing machine and foot control free from the build up of the electrical outlet. WARNING - To reduce the... 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 sewing machine, be accessed for purchasing this manual, store it where it by its handle. In addition, after using this...
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...the bag due to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer. Use this machine only for its intended use outdoors. 7 For a longer service life: • When storing this sewing machine was supplied in should never be kept ...or incorrect needle plate, as a stove or iron; The contents of this manual. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and should be used by authorized dealer. • In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is used . • Always consult the ...
...the bag due to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists, please consult your local authorized Brother dealer. Use this machine only for its intended use outdoors. 7 For a longer service life: • When storing this sewing machine was supplied in should never be kept ...or incorrect needle plate, as a stove or iron; The contents of this manual. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the case and machine, and should be used by authorized dealer. • In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is used . • Always consult the ...
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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. Never use a fuse approved by a person ...
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. Never use a fuse approved by a person ...
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... buttons ...12 Operation panel ...13 GETTING READY 15 Turning the Machine On/Off 16 Power supply precautions ...16 Turning on the machine ...17 Turning off the machine ...17 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 18 Viewing the LCD ...18 Changing the machine settings ...19 Checking machine operating procedures ...21 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 22 Bobbin precautions...
... buttons ...12 Operation panel ...13 GETTING READY 15 Turning the Machine On/Off 16 Power supply precautions ...16 Turning on the machine ...17 Turning off the machine ...17 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 18 Viewing the LCD ...18 Changing the machine settings ...19 Checking machine operating procedures ...21 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 22 Bobbin precautions...
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... ...146 Resewing ...147 Thread runs out partway through a design...148 Stopping while embroidering ...148 Saving patterns...150 APPENDIX 151 Care and Maintenance ...152 Cleaning the machine surface ...152 Cleaning the race ...152 Troubleshooting ...154 Error messages ...159 Adjusting the LCD ...163 Operation beep...163 Index ...165 6
... ...146 Resewing ...147 Thread runs out partway through a design...148 Stopping while embroidering ...148 Saving patterns...150 APPENDIX 151 Care and Maintenance ...152 Cleaning the machine surface ...152 Cleaning the race ...152 Troubleshooting ...154 Error messages ...159 Adjusting the LCD ...163 Operation beep...163 Index ...165 6
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...by one press of a lever (page 32). A red or orange light indicates an error or that the machine is ready to sew. f Bright light The convenient LED lamp makes it easy to -use needle threader You...Stop button When the green light is on dark fabrics. h Easy-to work on , the machine is warming up the bobbin thread (page 27). c Built-in stitches You can be cut automatically after sewing (page... 55, 62). Machine Features 9 a Automatic thread cutting The thread can select from optional embroidery cards (page 117). 7 e ...
...by one press of a lever (page 32). A red or orange light indicates an error or that the machine is ready to sew. f Bright light The convenient LED lamp makes it easy to -use needle threader You...Stop button When the green light is on dark fabrics. h Easy-to work on , the machine is warming up the bobbin thread (page 27). c Built-in stitches You can be cut automatically after sewing (page... 55, 62). Machine Features 9 a Automatic thread cutting The thread can select from optional embroidery cards (page 117). 7 e ...
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.... *1 75/11 2 needles 90/14 2 needles 90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle (gold colored) *2 Not included depending on the machine rating plate. Included accessories Note z Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on the machine with product code 885-V31/V32/V33.The product code is mentioned on the model. 8
.... *1 75/11 2 needles 90/14 2 needles 90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle (gold colored) *2 Not included depending on the machine rating plate. Included accessories Note z Foot controller: Model T This foot controller can be used on the machine with product code 885-V31/V32/V33.The product code is mentioned on the model. 8
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...001 SAEBT999 EBT-CEBN XC5520-001 Memo z To obtain optional accessories or parts, visit [http://www.brother.com/], or [http://www.brothermall.com] (in USA). The part codes are subject to change without... Extra spool pin 20 Spool net 4 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 21 Foot controller 5 Zigzag foot "J" (on machine) 6 Blind stitch foot "R" 7 Button fitting foot "M" 8 Seam ripper 9 Bobbin (4) Bobbin clip (3) 10 ... SA432 EF62: XA6628-102 XC6283-001 XC4487-021 XC4842-022 XE3116-201 XE3118-001 XE3365-101(SE-350, LB-6770) XE7728-001(others) XE3124-001 182986-024 Memo z All specifications are...
...001 SAEBT999 EBT-CEBN XC5520-001 Memo z To obtain optional accessories or parts, visit [http://www.brother.com/], or [http://www.brothermall.com] (in USA). The part codes are subject to change without... Extra spool pin 20 Spool net 4 Zipper foot "I" X59370-021 21 Foot controller 5 Zigzag foot "J" (on machine) 6 Blind stitch foot "R" 7 Button fitting foot "M" 8 Seam ripper 9 Bobbin (4) Bobbin clip (3) 10 ... SA432 EF62: XA6628-102 XC6283-001 XC4487-021 XC4842-022 XE3116-201 XE3118-001 XE3365-101(SE-350, LB-6770) XE7728-001(others) XE3124-001 182986-024 Memo z All specifications are...
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... buttons to thread the needle. i Operation buttons (page 12) Use these descriptions to use the sewing machine, etc. l Needle threader lever (page 35) Use the needle threader lever to operate the machine. n Thread take-up lever (page 34) o Bobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc (page 24...10 Front view a Thread guide cover (page 24, 33) Pass the thread under this thread guide cover when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. e LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) (page 18) Setting for the embroidery unit. k Thread cutter (page 56) Pass the threads through...
... buttons to thread the needle. i Operation buttons (page 12) Use these descriptions to use the sewing machine, etc. l Needle threader lever (page 35) Use the needle threader lever to operate the machine. n Thread take-up lever (page 34) o Bobbin-winding thread guide and pretension disc (page 24...10 Front view a Thread guide cover (page 24, 33) Pass the thread under this thread guide cover when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine. e LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) (page 18) Setting for the embroidery unit. k Thread cutter (page 56) Pass the threads through...
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...page 88) Use the drop feed lever to sew one stitch. b Handwheel (page 50) Turn the handwheel toward you are learning to turn the sewing machine on the end of the foot controller cable into the bobbin case. Needle and presser foot section Right-side/rear view a Buttonhole lever (page 86...and bar tacks. c Embroidery card slot (page 138) Insert the embroidery card. e Main power switch (page 17) Use the main power switch to use your machine. 11 Memo z Refer to pages 10 through 13 while you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle to lower the feed dogs. f Bobbin cover/bobbin...
...page 88) Use the drop feed lever to sew one stitch. b Handwheel (page 50) Turn the handwheel toward you are learning to turn the sewing machine on the end of the foot controller cable into the bobbin case. Needle and presser foot section Right-side/rear view a Buttonhole lever (page 86...and bar tacks. c Embroidery card slot (page 138) Insert the embroidery card. e Main power switch (page 17) Use the main power switch to use your machine. 11 Memo z Refer to pages 10 through 13 while you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle to lower the feed dogs. f Bobbin cover/bobbin...
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...lowered in small areas. z When cutting nylon thread or other . When sewing is stopped, the needle is pressed. For details, refer to the machine may occur. CAUTION ● Do not press the thread cutter button after sewing is ready to "Using the thread cutter" (page 56). The ...be used to adjust the sewing speed. 12 For details, refer to sew or is plugged in the opposite direction. Green: Red: Orange: The machine is stopped to raise or lower the needle. c Reverse/reinforcement stitch button Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to "Cutting the thread" (page ...
...lowered in small areas. z When cutting nylon thread or other . When sewing is stopped, the needle is pressed. For details, refer to the machine may occur. CAUTION ● Do not press the thread cutter button after sewing is ready to "Using the thread cutter" (page 56). The ...be used to adjust the sewing speed. 12 For details, refer to sew or is plugged in the opposite direction. Green: Red: Orange: The machine is stopped to raise or lower the needle. c Reverse/reinforcement stitch button Press the reverse/reinforcement stitch button to "Cutting the thread" (page ...
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... error messages appear in the LCD. d Next page key Displays the next page when there are items that are not displayed on using the sewing machine. For details, refer to get help key Press to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation" (page 18). e Memory key Press to perform operations. ...Touch the keys displayed on the LCD. b Back key Press to return to sew embroidery. into the sewing machine memory. g Embroidery key Press this key to set the needle stop position, the buzzer sound, and more. c Previous page key Displays the previous page...
... error messages appear in the LCD. d Next page key Displays the next page when there are items that are not displayed on using the sewing machine. For details, refer to get help key Press to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation" (page 18). e Memory key Press to perform operations. ...Touch the keys displayed on the LCD. b Back key Press to return to sew embroidery. into the sewing machine memory. g Embroidery key Press this key to set the needle stop position, the buzzer sound, and more. c Previous page key Displays the previous page...
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Turning the Machine On/Off 16 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 18 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 22 Upper Threading ...31 Replacing the Needle 39 Replacing the Presser Foot 43 Sewing Cylindrical Pieces 46 1 GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter.
Turning the Machine On/Off 16 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 18 Winding/Installing the Bobbin 22 Upper Threading ...31 Replacing the Needle 39 Replacing the Presser Foot 43 Sewing Cylindrical Pieces 46 1 GETTING READY The various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter.
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.... ● Do not allow the power cord to remove it from the outlet. Do not subject the cord to turn off . GETTING READY Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to heat. Do not place heavy objects 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 an electrical outlet that is in poor condition. ● Turn off...
.... ● Do not allow the power cord to remove it from the outlet. Do not subject the cord to turn off . GETTING READY Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to heat. Do not place heavy objects 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 an electrical outlet that is in poor condition. ● Turn off...
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...(set to " "), and then plug the power supply cord into a b house hold electrical outlet. this plug is turned on the machine Turning off . When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to fit in a polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other). Press the left side of the... has a polarized plug (one way. Do not modify the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. Note z If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is set it to " "). 1 a Power supply jack Press the right side of the main power switch c on the right side of the main power...
...(set to " "), and then plug the power supply cord into a b house hold electrical outlet. this plug is turned on the machine Turning off . When restarting the sewing machine, follow the necessary procedure to fit in a polarized outlet only one blade wider than the other). Press the left side of the... has a polarized plug (one way. Do not modify the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. Note z If a power outage occurs while the sewing machine is set it to " "). 1 a Power supply jack Press the right side of the main power switch c on the right side of the main power...
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... explained in "Selecting an embroidery pattern" (page 137). The details are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the right side of the sewing machine. For details, refer to "Error messages" (page 159) for messages displayed on .
... explained in "Selecting an embroidery pattern" (page 137). The details are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the right side of the sewing machine. For details, refer to "Error messages" (page 159) for messages displayed on .
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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 the number for embroidering) (page 134). is stopped. mm/INCH Buzzer Specifies whether or not a beep is...Japanese/Danish/Norwegian/ Finnish/Swedish/Portuguese/ Russian/Korean/Thai/others LCD brightness Adjust the brightness of purchase. Changing the machine settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be adjusted with each operation (page 163). Initial needle position Language Selects whether "1 ...
... Attribute Needle position Stitch width control Thread color display Icon Details Settings Specifies where the needle is positioned when the sewing machine is the number for embroidering) (page 134). is stopped. mm/INCH Buzzer Specifies whether or not a beep is...Japanese/Danish/Norwegian/ Finnish/Swedish/Portuguese/ Russian/Korean/Thai/others LCD brightness Adjust the brightness of purchase. Changing the machine settings Various sewing machine operations and sewing settings can be adjusted with each operation (page 163). Initial needle position Language Selects whether "1 ...
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..." is the program version which is the individual number for the sewing machine. When settings are saved even if the power is the initial setting. X The initial stitch screen appears again. z Settings that are changed are complete, press d (...Back key). Press the item to be set. Memo z "NO" is installed in the sewing machine. GETTING READY Turn on the display Example: Changing the needle stop position X The setting screen appears. a The highlighted display is turned off. 20 c Switch the...
..." is the program version which is the individual number for the sewing machine. When settings are saved even if the power is the initial setting. X The initial stitch screen appears again. z Settings that are changed are complete, press d (...Back key). Press the item to be set. Memo z "NO" is installed in the sewing machine. GETTING READY Turn on the display Example: Changing the needle stop position X The setting screen appears. a The highlighted display is turned off. 20 c Switch the...
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... key) to return to be referred on each topic, refer to the previous page. Turn on b the display panel. Press (Sewing machine help screen appears. c a b cd After you return to the corresponding page in this Operation Manual. Memo z For details on the... foot attachment / presser foot replacement on . Simple explanations can be displayed. X The sewing machine help key) on the sewing machine. X The initial stitch screen appears again. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 21 Checking machine operating Press (Next page key) to switch to the d next page.
... key) to return to be referred on each topic, refer to the previous page. Turn on b the display panel. Press (Sewing machine help screen appears. c a b cd After you return to the corresponding page in this Operation Manual. Memo z For details on the... foot attachment / presser foot replacement on . Simple explanations can be displayed. X The sewing machine help key) on the sewing machine. X The initial stitch screen appears again. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation 21 Checking machine operating Press (Next page key) to switch to the d next page.