Operation Manual

PREPARING THE FABRIC
Embroidery
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Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame
■ Types of Embroidery Frames
Select a frame that matches the pattern size. Frame options are displayed on the LCD.
a Can be used
b Cannot be used
Extra Large Large Medium Small
Can embroider an area
30 cm " 18 cm
(approx. 12 inches " 7 inches)
Can embroider an area
18 cm " 13 cm
(approx. 7 inches " 5 inches)
Can embroider an area
10 cm " 10 cm
(approx. 4 inches " 4 inches)
Can embroider an area
2 cm " 6 cm
(approx. 1 inch " 2-1/2 inches)
Use when embroidering
connected or combined
characters or patterns, or when
embroidering large patterns.
Use when embroidering patterns
between 10 cm " 10 cm (approx.
4 inches " 4 inches) and
18 cm " 13 cm (approx. 7 inches
" 5 inches).
Use when embroidering patterns
under 10 cm x 10 cm
(approx. 4 inches " 4 inches).
Use for embroidering names or
very small patterns.
Note
• Optional embroidery frame 26 cm " 16 cm (approx. 10-1/4 inches " 6-1/4 inches) can also be used.
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CAUTION
• If you use a frame that is too small, the presser foot may strike the frame during sewing and cause injury.