Operation Manual
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We recommend that you keep this document before using the machine. Operation Manual Embroidery and Sewing Machine Product Code: 888-M20 Be sure to read this document nearby for future reference.
We recommend that you keep this document before using the machine. Operation Manual Embroidery and Sewing Machine Product Code: 888-M20 Be sure to read this document nearby for future reference.
Operation Manual
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...23 Replacing the presser foot 23 Removing and attaching the presser foot holder 24 Chapter 2 SEWING BASICS 25 Sewing 25 Stitch types 25 Basic sewing 25 Sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches 27 Combining Stitch Patterns 27 Automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching 28 Automatically cutting the... linked characters 73 Using the Memory Function 74 Saving embroidery patterns 75 Retrieving embroidery patterns 75 Chapter 5 APPENDIX 77 Care and Maintenance 77 Restrictions on oiling 77 Precautions on storing the machine 77 Cleaning the race 77 Touch panel is malfunctioning ...
...23 Replacing the presser foot 23 Removing and attaching the presser foot holder 24 Chapter 2 SEWING BASICS 25 Sewing 25 Stitch types 25 Basic sewing 25 Sewing reverse/reinforcement stitches 27 Combining Stitch Patterns 27 Automatic reverse/reinforcement stitching 28 Automatically cutting the... linked characters 73 Using the Memory Function 74 Saving embroidery patterns 75 Retrieving embroidery patterns 75 Chapter 5 APPENDIX 77 Care and Maintenance 77 Restrictions on oiling 77 Precautions on storing the machine 77 Cleaning the race 77 Touch panel is malfunctioning ...
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...The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as the sewing takes place. Attach the appropriate presser foot for sewing with twin needle. (page 52) This is being used. E Thread guide cover (page 14) F Handle Carry the machine by its handle when transporting. G Presser foot lever Raise... and lower the presser foot lever to circulate. N USB port (for a USB flash drive) (page 55, 75) O Embroidery ...
...The presser foot applies pressure consistently on the fabric as the sewing takes place. Attach the appropriate presser foot for sewing with twin needle. (page 52) This is being used. E Thread guide cover (page 14) F Handle Carry the machine by its handle when transporting. G Presser foot lever Raise... and lower the presser foot lever to circulate. N USB port (for a USB flash drive) (page 55, 75) O Embroidery ...
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...according to prevent operation of the machine. This key locks all key and button functions to the machine's operation mode. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. 4 Thread cutter button Press the thread cutter button after sewing is 8 mm or more . 6 Embroidery key Press this key to embroider.... 7 Utility stitch key Press this key to sew a utility stitch or ...
...according to prevent operation of the machine. This key locks all key and button functions to the machine's operation mode. Pressing the button twice sews one stitch. 4 Thread cutter button Press the thread cutter button after sewing is 8 mm or more . 6 Embroidery key Press this key to embroider.... 7 Utility stitch key Press this key to sew a utility stitch or ...
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...embroidery pattern can save the current settings screen image in number 5. (page 64) 8 Change the thread color display on this machine. C Change the color of the background for the thumbnail area. ■ General settings D E F G 4 H I Select the level of the input sensitivity for your machine. 12 L The [No.] is the internal machine...not being operated) to the embroidery frame size that are saved in for regular servicing. (Contact your authorized Brother dealer for the embroidery display area. I 1 Select whether to use the sewing speed controller to determine the ...
...embroidery pattern can save the current settings screen image in number 5. (page 64) 8 Change the thread color display on this machine. C Change the color of the background for the thumbnail area. ■ General settings D E F G 4 H I Select the level of the input sensitivity for your machine. 12 L The [No.] is the internal machine...not being operated) to the embroidery frame size that are saved in for regular servicing. (Contact your authorized Brother dealer for the embroidery display area. I 1 Select whether to use the sewing speed controller to determine the ...
Operation Manual
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... tangled around the spool pin. 1 1 The thread unwinds to the front from the bottom. 13 Memo • When winding the bobbin for sewing utility stitches, use the plastic bobbin that the thread unwinds to the front from the bottom. Normally, the thread will be sure to reset [...Input Sensitivity]. Slide the spool onto the spool pin so that comes with the spring on the machine to use the recommended 60 weight embroidery bobbin thread for this machine or bobbins of the same type (SA156/SFB: XA5539-151/SFB). The bobbin's height is displayed. Adjust the...
... tangled around the spool pin. 1 1 The thread unwinds to the front from the bottom. 13 Memo • When winding the bobbin for sewing utility stitches, use the plastic bobbin that the thread unwinds to the front from the bottom. Normally, the thread will be sure to reset [...Input Sensitivity]. Slide the spool onto the spool pin so that comes with the spring on the machine to use the recommended 60 weight embroidery bobbin thread for this machine or bobbins of the same type (SA156/SFB: XA5539-151/SFB). The bobbin's height is displayed. Adjust the...
Operation Manual
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... ■ Transparent nylon thread Use a home sewing machine topstitching needle, regardless of the fabric, thread and needle is not correct, particularly when sewing heavy fabrics (such as denim) with heavyweight fabrics. • Select a stitch appropriate for embroidery. In addition, the stitching may be uneven...corduroy, velour, melton wool, vinyl-coated fabric, etc. If the combination of the fabric or thread. ■ Embroidery needles Use a 75/11 home sewing machine needle for the fabric, and then adjust the stitch length. Refer to the following table when choosing the thread and...
... ■ Transparent nylon thread Use a home sewing machine topstitching needle, regardless of the fabric, thread and needle is not correct, particularly when sewing heavy fabrics (such as denim) with heavyweight fabrics. • Select a stitch appropriate for embroidery. In addition, the stitching may be uneven...corduroy, velour, melton wool, vinyl-coated fabric, etc. If the combination of the fabric or thread. ■ Embroidery needles Use a 75/11 home sewing machine needle for the fabric, and then adjust the stitch length. Refer to the following table when choosing the thread and...
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... embroidering the remainder of the appliqué piece. Note • Do not remove the base fabric from the embroidery b unit. Sewing the appliqué position on the base fabric Sew the appliqué position. Thread the machine with an iron-on those in step a of appliqué 2 Appliqué material Note • If the...
... embroidering the remainder of the appliqué piece. Note • Do not remove the base fabric from the embroidery b unit. Sewing the appliqué position on the base fabric Sew the appliqué position. Thread the machine with an iron-on those in step a of appliqué 2 Appliqué material Note • If the...
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h 77 Restrictions on oiling In order to remove it. a Turn off the machine. Remove the flat bed attachment or the embroidery unit e if either is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it must not be cleaned regularly. ... If the surface of your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service center. Press (Needle position button) to ensure correct operation, making periodic oiling unnecessary. f 5 APPENDIX Place the index finger of the machine is attached. Cleaning the race Sewing performance will suffer if lint and ...
h 77 Restrictions on oiling In order to remove it. a Turn off the machine. Remove the flat bed attachment or the embroidery unit e if either is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it must not be cleaned regularly. ... If the surface of your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service center. Press (Needle position button) to ensure correct operation, making periodic oiling unnecessary. f 5 APPENDIX Place the index finger of the machine is attached. Cleaning the race Sewing performance will suffer if lint and ...
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...fingernail. Symptom, Cause/solution Reference The LCD screen is not attached correctly. 58 ■ While sewing Symptom, Cause/solution Reference Machine does not operate. Embroidery unit is fogged up . The thread is not passed through the eye of the operation keys ...OFF] in the LCD. The operation keys do not respond, or the key response is "*", contact your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service center. ■ Getting ready Symptom, Cause/solution Reference Cannot thread the needle. Bobbin thread does not ...
...fingernail. Symptom, Cause/solution Reference The LCD screen is not attached correctly. 58 ■ While sewing Symptom, Cause/solution Reference Machine does not operate. Embroidery unit is fogged up . The thread is not passed through the eye of the operation keys ...OFF] in the LCD. The operation keys do not respond, or the key response is "*", contact your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service center. ■ Getting ready Symptom, Cause/solution Reference Cannot thread the needle. Bobbin thread does not ...
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...shrinkage. Material coming out of the fabric when embroidering. There was not attached. 60 • Always use with 59 this machine is moved during embroidery. • If the carriage is not being used. 86 A heavy fabric is being embroidered, and the 65 fabric is...loose, etc.). Embroidery pattern does not embroider correctly. Support the fabric while embroidering. Troubleshooting Symptom, Cause/solution Reference Fabric was pulled, pushed or fed at an angle 25 while it was being sewn. • Sew while guiding the fabric with your authorized Brother dealer for the...
...shrinkage. Material coming out of the fabric when embroidering. There was not attached. 60 • Always use with 59 this machine is moved during embroidery. • If the carriage is not being used. 86 A heavy fabric is being embroidered, and the 65 fabric is...loose, etc.). Embroidery pattern does not embroider correctly. Support the fabric while embroidering. Troubleshooting Symptom, Cause/solution Reference Fabric was pulled, pushed or fed at an angle 25 while it was being sewn. • Sew while guiding the fabric with your authorized Brother dealer for the...
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...This message appears when you press , the message will 20 move. is recommended to take your machine to retrieve a pattern that cannot be used . The carriage of embroidery bobbin thread. 19 The bobbin winder safety device has activated. Troubleshooting Error messages Cause/solution Preventive... is down, a stitch other reasons related to function once you try to sew foot controller attached. When the speed controller is set to tangled thread or for a regular maintenance check. Keep your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service center. 88
...This message appears when you press , the message will 20 move. is recommended to take your machine to retrieve a pattern that cannot be used . The carriage of embroidery bobbin thread. 19 The bobbin winder safety device has activated. Troubleshooting Error messages Cause/solution Preventive... is down, a stitch other reasons related to function once you try to sew foot controller attached. When the speed controller is set to tangled thread or for a regular maintenance check. Keep your authorized Brother dealer or the nearest Brother authorized service center. 88
