CMYK OPERATION MANUAL ENGLISH 882-147 194147-011 Printed in Taiwan ®
“IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” When using a sewing machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following: “Read all instructions before using.” DANGER – To reduce the risk of electric shock. 1. The sewing machine should never be left unattended while plugged in. Always unplug the sewing machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning. 2. Always unplug before changing the light bulb. Replace bulb with same type rated 8V 2.4 watts.
FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY. If your sewing machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug then please read the following. IMPORTANT If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, it should be cut off and an appropriate three-pin plug fitted. With alternative plugs an approved fuse must be fitted in the plug.
CONGRATULATIONS ON CHOOSING A BROTHER COMPUTER SEWING MACHINE Your machine is the most advanced computerized home use sewing machine available. To fully enjoy all the features incorporated into it, we suggest that you study this booklet. PLEASE READ BEFORE USING YOUR SEWING MACHINE For safe operation 1. Be sure to keep your eye on the needle while sewing. Do not touch the balance wheel, thread take-up, needle, or other moving parts. 2.
WARNING LABELS There should be several warning labels on your sewing machine. Please heed warning labels when operating the sewing machine. If you don't understand the warnings, please contact the place of purchase. CAUTION Always remove the embroidery unit before moving the sewing machine. Otherwise the embroidery unit could fall and cause bodily injury or damage to the unit. Warning label CAUTION Always carry the embroidery unit by the handle as illustrated in Fig. 1.
CONTENTS SETTING UP ................................................... 5 PRINCIPAL PARTS ............................................. 5 OTHER INCLUDED ACCESSORIES .................. 7 OPTIONS ............................................................. 8 SELECTION KEYS .............................................. 9 Screen messages guide you through each operation ........................................................ 9 OPERATION BUTTONS ....................................
CHECKING THREAD COLORS AND TIME REQUIRED ........................................................ Checking thread colors ................................ Checking time required to complete a pattern .......................................................... CHOOSING EMBROIDERY PLACEMENT ........ Moving the embroidery location ................... Checking the embroidering area .................. Embroidering from a specific starting point .. ROTATING AND MIRRORING PATTERNS ...... Rotating patterns ..........
SETTING UP PRINCIPAL PARTS 1 12 2 4 3 5 13 D C 6 7 8 9 10 11 16 A 14 B 15 1– Handle 2– Spool cap 3– Thread guide for bobbin winding 4– Upper tension control dial 5– Speed range control lever 6– Thread cutter 7– Buttonhole lever 8– Needle threader 9– Presser foot 10– Feed dog 11– Bobbin cover 12– Bobbin winder 13– Balance wheel 14– Feed dog adjustment lever 15– Controller jack 16– Presser foot lever 1 A– B– C– D– Main power switch and connectors Accessory compartment L.C.D.
A. MAIN POWER SWITCH AND CONNECTORS 1 Power socket Use to connect machine to power supply. 2 Main power switch Use to turn on/off the main power. 3 Air vents 4 Card slot Slot for memory card insertion. 5 Foot controller jack Use to connect the foot controller. 5 CAUTION – When leaving the sewing machine unattended, the main switch of the machine must be switched off or the plug must be removed from the socket-outlet.
OTHER INCLUDED ACCESSORIES No.
OPTIONS Part Code 1 2 No. Part Name 1 Embroidery frame set (Small) 2 Backing material (Stabilizer material) U.S.A. Others SA431 XA6630-002 X80914-001 Memory card 3 3 No.1 Alphabet SA298 X58317-001 No.2 Flower SA299 X58321-001 No.6 Moskowitz’s World SA303 X58497-001 No.7 Country Life SA304 X59322-001 No.8 Holiday SA305 X59357-001 No.9 Hobby Craft SA306 X59511-001 No.10 Monogram emblem SA307 X59567-001 No.12 Transportation SA312 XA0275-001 No.
SELECTION KEYS Screen messages guide you through each operation SELECTION KEYS 3 1 4 5 2 6 1 “ ” KEY Press while in the pattern selection screens to go back one page. (also used in Save and Restore screens) 2 “ ” KEY Press to advance one screen while in pattern selection screens. (also used during Save and Restore operations) 3 “ ” KEY Pushing this key will take you to the screen that will let you select pattern to embroider.
OPERATION BUTTONS Using the operation buttons OPERATION BUTTONS 2 1 1 Speed range control lever Slide this lever to change the sewing speed. 3 4 2 “NEEDLE POSITION” button Press this button to move the needle either up or down. 3 “REVERSE STITCH” button Hold down this button to sew either backwards or in the same place at a slow speed. When sewing a reverse stitch, sewing is done in reverse. When sewing a reinforcement stitch, three stitches are sewn at the same position.
BASIC SEWING MACHINE OPERATION FLAT BED EXTENSION TABLE * Sewing machine cover converts to a flat bed extension table. 1. Slide the sewing machine cover to the left and off the machine. 2. With the cutout section of the cover up, lift the machine a little bit and slide the cover, under the sewing machine along the grooves. Free arm The accessory case can be removed to expose the free arm. 1. Slide accessory case to the left and out of the machine. 2.
POWER SUPPLY WARNING – When leaving the sewing machine unattended or when it is not being used, turn off the main power switch of the machine or remove the plug from the wall outlet. CAUTION – Do not use this sewing machine with extension cords or multi-plug adaptors, otherwise a fire or an electric shock may occur. – Do not remove the plug from the wall outlet with wet hands, otherwise an electric shock may occur.
USING THE SCREEN KEYS Touch a key on the screen with your finger to select the pattern which appears inside the key or to start the function or operation indicated inside the key. CAUTION Be sure to touch the key with your finger only. Never use a pointed instrument such as a sharp pencil or a screwdriver or a hard object to touch the key. Furthermore, do not press down too hard on the screen, otherwise problems may result.
HOW TO CHANGE LANGUAGE While touching a selection key, turn the power off and then back on again. Example: To change the display language to Spanish 1. Touch the “ ” key. 2. Touch “ESPAÑOL (SPANISH)”. This will change the language setting to Spanish. 3. The display will then return to the screen which was previously being displayed. Note * When the display language is set, error messages will also be displayed in the language selected.
How to clear the language selection While touching a selection key, turn the power off and then back on again. Example: To change the display language from Spanish back to English 1. Touch the “ENGLISH” key. This will cancel the Spanish language setting. The display will then return to the screen which was previously being displayed. CAUTION – This function should not be used as a translation function.
BOBBIN WINDING / BOBBIN THREAD SETTING Note: Always use bobbins that are especially made for this machine. Using bobbins not designed for this machine could result in bodily injury and/or damage to the machine. For sewing, use the plastic bobbin (X80309-001) for sewing. 4 5·11 2·3 7 前 刺しゅう ページ 設 定 6·8 次 ページ 記 憶 戻 る 9·10 1 1. Turn the power on. I 入 O 切 1 2. While winding the bobbin, be sure that the spool pin is pulled out and pushed toward the back of the sewing machine.
3. Set the thread spool. The thread end should come from the bottom front of the spool. The spool cap closest to the thread spool size should be used to hold the spool securely on the spool pin. 1 Spool cap 2 Spool 1 CAUTION If the spool is placed onto the pin in the wrong direction, the thread could entwine itself around spool pin. 2 If using a fine thread such as cross wound thread, slightly separate the spool cap (small) from the thread on the spool before using.
2 1 5. Guide the thread through the small hole in the side of the bobbin from the inside. Align the groove in the bobbin with the spring on the shaft and place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft. While holding the thread end, push the bobbin winder shaft to the right. 1 Spring on the shaft 2 Groove of the bobbin 1 6. Set the speed to minimum. 2 7. While holding the thread end, press the “START/STOP” button. Wind the thread a few times around the bobbin and press the “START/STOP” button again.
Setting the bobbin 1. Slide open the bobbin cover. 1 1 Bobbin cover 2 Bobbin cover release button 2 2. Insert the bobbin into the shuttle with the thread direction as noted in the diagram. CAUTION Always make sure the bobbin is inserted so the thread feeds out of the bobbin in the correct direction. Setting the bobbin in backwards could result in poor bobbin tension, broken needles and possibly injury. 3.
UPPER THREADING 4 3 前 設 定 次 ページ 6 刺しゅう ページ 記 憶 戻 る 1 5 2 CAUTION Always make sure to thread the machine properly as shown in the directions. If the machine is not threaded properly, the thread could get stuck, needles could break and bodily injury could result. 1. Raise the presser foot using the presser foot lever. 2. Press the “NEEDLE POSITION” button to raise the needle to the up position. 1 3. Set the thread spool. The thread end should come from the bottom front of the spool.
4. Guide the thread as illustrated by the numbers and arrow marks on the machine. Threading is easy if you hold the thread gently with your right hand while guiding the and of the thread with your left hand. 1 1 Run the thread all the way through the thread guides. ▼ Threading the take-up lever 1 Thread take-up lever 4 4 1 5 3 ▼ * Threading is easy if you hold the thread gently with your left hand while guiding the end of the thread with your right hand. 5. Lower the presser foot.
6. Run thread through the guide above the needle. 1 HOW TO USE THE AUTOMATIC NEEDLE THREADER CAUTION - Be careful not to turn the machine on while using the automatic needle threader. - Use the automatic needle threader with size #11-16 sewing machine needles. Use the quick reference chart (p. 35) to make sure you're using the right needle. 1 Lower the needle threader lever all the way down using your left index finger. (Pass thread to the right.
STARTING AND STOPPING SEWING “START/STOP” button 1. Place the fabric under the presser foot, lower the presser foot, and then press the “START/STOP” button. The sewing machine starts sewing. * * Adjust speed by sliding the speed control lever. Sewing continues at low speed while the button is pressed. 2. And then press it once more to stop the machine. Foot controller CAUTION Do not allow fabric pieces and dust to collect in the foot controller. Doing so could cause a fire or an electric shock. 1.
STITCH SELECTION (UTILITY STITCHES) 1 Press the “ ” key and “ ” keys to get to the screen of the stitch y ou wish to use . Then press the desired stitch to select it. 2 1 Presser foot symbol * Replace with the presser foot with the letter indicated.
TRIAL SEWING CAUTION – Be aware of the needle at all times while sewing, and keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle, balance wheel and thread take-up lever, otherwise injury may result. – Do not pull or push the fabric too hard while sewing, otherwise injury may result. – Never use bent needles. Such needles can easily break, which could result in injury. 6 前 刺しゅう ページ 設 定 次 ページ 3 記 憶 戻 る 4 5 2 1 1. When the machine is turned on, the straight stitch (left) is always selected.
4. Lower the presser foot. Press the “REVERSE STITCH” button to sew a reverse stitch, and then press the “START/STOP” button. The machine will start sewing at slow speed. * Sew reverse stitches at the beginning and end of stitches to reinforce them. 5. When sewing is completed, press the “REVERSE STITCH” button to sew a reverse stitch. * * * Reverse stitches are sewn while the “REVERSE STITCH” button is pressed. Sewing in reverse is carried out at a slow sewing speed.
STITCH WIDTH AND STITCH LENGTH Your machine will automatically set stitch length and width when a stitch is selected. See the following instructions if you wish to further adjust stitch length or width. Adjusting the stitch width 1 The two arrow buttons next to the stitch width mark (top pair of arrows) adjust stitch width. Press “ key for narrower widths and “ ” ” key for wider stitch widths.
Quick adjustment reference chart for stitch width and stitch length Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Stitch length [mm (inch.)] STITCH Straight (Left) Straight (Middle) Triple stitch Stretch stitch Zigzag Elastic zigzag Overcasting Overcasting Blind hem stitch Auto. Manual Auto. Manual 0.0 0.0 — 5.0 2.5 0.2 — 4.0 (0.0) (0.0 — 13/64) (3/32) (1/64 — 5/32) 2.5 0.2 — 4.0 — ———— (3/32) (1/64 — 5/32) 0.0 0.0 — 5.0 2.5 1.5 — 2.5 (0.0) (0.0 — 13/64) (3/32) (1/16 — 3/32) 1.0 1.0 — 3.
Stitch width [mm (inch.)] Stitch length [mm (inch.)] STITCH Patchwork stitch Fagoting Triple zigzag Decorative stitch Decorative stitch Decorative stitch Decorative stitch Decorative stitch Decorative stitch Decorative stitch Decorative stitch Decorative stitch Decorative stitch Decorative stitch Decorative stitch Decorative stitch Auto. Manual Auto. Manual 5.0 2.5 — 5.0 2.5 1.0 — 2.5 (13/64) (3/32 — 13/64) (3/32) (3/64 — 3/32) 5.0 2.5 — 5.0 2.5 1.0 — 2.
THREAD TENSION Use the tension dial to adjust thread tension in accordance to the fabric and thread you are using. - For stitches with fairly small stitch lengths, such as the satin stitch and buttonhole stitching, you can get a better stitch by slightly reducing tension. - Use the tension dial to adjust thread tension for lightweight or heavyweight fabrics and for gathers. Correct tension * Thread tension is automatically set to the most appropriate point irrespective of the chosen fabric and thread.
PRESSER FOOT Changing the presser foot CAUTION Always make sure to turn the machine off and unplug it when changing presser feet. If the power accidentally comes on, the machine might start running and bodily injury could result. 1. Push the “NEEDLE POSITION” button to raise the needle, and then turn off the power. 2. Raise the presser foot lever. 3. Press the black button located at the back of the presser foot holder to release the foot. 1 Presser foot holder 1 4.
Changing the Embroidery foot and the zipper foot Embroidery foot “Q” Zipper foot “I” 1. Push the “NEEDLE POSITION” button to raise the needle, and then turn off the power. 2. Remove the screw on the presser foot holder. 1 Disk-shaped screwdriver 1 3. Change the foot and screw back on tightly.
FEED DOGS The feed dog adjustment lever can be seen at the back of the sewing machine. Sliding the lever to the left will lower the feed dogs, for example during button sewing. If you wish to continue sewing normally, slide the lever to the right in order to raise the feed dogs. The feed dogs cannot be raised if the balance wheel does not turn, even if the lever is slid to the right.
NEEDLE CAUTION – Always make sure to turn the machine off before changing needles. There is a danger of injury if the machine accidentally starts running during this operation. – Never use bent or damaged needles. If the needle breaks while sewing, the broken tip could fly away from the machine and cause injury. Checking the needle Place the needle on a flat surface and check whether the space between the needle and the flat surface is parallel or not.
FABRIC/THREAD/NEEDLE COMBINATION CHART Thread Sewing fabrics Medium Lightweight Heavy Needle size Type Size Broad cloth Cotton 60-80 Taffeta/Satin Synthetic mercerized 60-80 Flannel, Gabardine Silk 50-80 Lawn Cotton 60-80 Georgette Synthetic mercerized 60-90 Challis Silk 50-80 Denim Cotton 40-50 Corduroy Synthetic mercerized 50 Tweed Silk 50 Jersey Synthetic mercerized Golden needle Tricot (Thread for knits) 11-14 11-14 9-11 14-16 Stretch Woven fabrics that unravel
UTILITYSTITCHES STRAIGHT STITCHES J 1 Straight (Left) 2 Straight (Mid dle) 1 2 1. Attach the J f oot. Handle thread and fabric with y our left hand while tur ning the balance wheel with the r ight. Pierce the needle through the f abric as shown. 3 2. Lower the presser f oot. While pressing the re verse stitch b utton, sew 3-4 stitches in re verse to make a reinforcement stitch. Then release the “REVERSE STITCH” button and press the “START/ST OP” button to begin se wing.
Changing needle position 3 When sewing a straight stitch along the left edge of the f abric, you can press the stitch width arro ws to mo ve the needle position from left to r ight. This allows you to adjust the distance of the stitches from the edge of the f abric, while still allowing y ou to r un the edge of the f oot along the edge of the f abric. Sewing corners Keep the needle at the cor ner of the f abric, then raise the presser foot and tur n the fabric. 5 3 When stitching a hem less than .
Sewing curves 3 Sew slowly, while keeping the seams parallel with the f abric edge as you guide the f abric around the cur ve. Sewing thick seams When the f oot angles up at the approach of a thic k seam, lower the needle and raise the presser foot. Level the presser f oot b y placing a “shim” (folded f abric or cardboard) under the bac k of the presser foot. Lower presser foot and contin ue stitching.
Sewing thin fabric 3 Place thin paper or stabiliz er material under the fabric, and then start sewing. 1 Paper 1 Using the free arm The free arm is handy when sewing hard-to-reach areas like hems and cuffs on pant legs . Remove the accessor y case to use it.
STRETCH STITCH AND TRIPLE STITCH J 1 Stretc h stitc h 2 Reinforced stitc h 1 2 Stretch stitch 5 3 Use on knit f abrics that stretch. Do not stretch f abric while sewing with this stitch. 3 Use on high stress areas like the arm holes of sleeves and the crotch of slac ks as a strengthening stitch.
ZIGZAG STITCHES J The zigzag stitch is handy f or overcasting or w orking with applique and patchw ork. Zigza g Overcasting (using a zigzag stitch) 5 Sew the o vercasting along the edge of the f abric so that the r ight hand side needle drop point is o ver the edge of the f abric. 3 1 Needle drop point 1 Applique (using a zigzag stitch) 5 Attach the applique using adhesiv e or basting, then se w it.
Patchwork (for crazy quilt) 3 Turn back the desired width of f abric and position it o ver the lower fabric, then sew so that the stitch br idges both pieces of f abric. 1 Upper f abric 2 Lower fabric 2 1 Sewing a curve with a zigzag stitch 5 42 3 An attractive stitch can be achie ved when sewing around cor ners by using a narrow stitch width.
DOTTED ZIGZAG J Elastic zigza g Attaching elastic bands 5 Stretch elastic while se wing. 3 1 Elastic Band 1 Overcasting 5 3 Use when sewing stretchab le fabrics. Allow the needle to drop off over the edge of the f abric while sewing.
OVERCASTING G J Caution Always be sure to use the right foot for the stitch you are sewing. Using the wrong foot could cause the needle to hit the foot while sewing, which could result in broken needles and possible injuries. 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 4 Over casting (Presser f oot “G”) Over casting (Presser f oot “G”) Elastic zigza g (Presser f oot “J”) Zig za g (Presser f oot “J”) Overcasting G 5 3 For use on medium or lightw eight f abrics. Attach the G f oot.
Overcasting J 5 3 For use on stretchab le fabrics. Attach J f oot. Keep foot on the edge of f abric so that needle drops slightly o ver the edge of f abric while sewing. 1 Needle Drop Point 1 Overcasting J 5 3 For use on a wide r ange of f abrics. Attach J f oot. Keep foot on the edge of f abric so needle drops slightly o ver the edge while se wing.
BLIND HEM STITCHES Use the on stretch f abrics and the R for other f abrics. 1 Blind hem stitc h 2 Blind hem stitc h 1 2 1. Fold the f abric and baste it as illustr ated. 1 4 2 1 2 3 4 0.5 cm (1/64”) Basting stitch Overcasting 0.5 cm (1/64”) 3 2. Attach presser f oot “R”. Lower the presser f oot so that its guide meets the edge of the f olded hem. 1 Guide 2 Folded hem 1 2 3.
If the needle does not catch the fold of hem enough. Touch the “ ” key stitch width setting k ey. This moves the needle closer to the f old. If the needle catches the fold of hem too much. Touch the “ ” key stitch width setting k ey. This moves the needle away from the f old.
BUTTONHOLE STITCHES A Always make your stitch samples out of scr aps from the f abric you will be using. For standard b utton holes , select . Select sewing b utton holes into stretch f abrics and for sideways buttonholes . 1 Buttonhole 2 Buttonhole 3 Buttonhole 1 2 3 1. Mark the positions of the b uttonholes on the f abric. * 5 The maximum buttonhole length is 3 cm (1-3/16”) (total of diameter + thickness of b utton). 2. Draw out the b utton holder plate and inser t the b utton.
5 5. Press the “START/ST OP” button to star t the machine, while gently holding the end of the upper thread. 3 * * Gently, feed the f abric by hand. The machine will stop with a reinf orcement stitch automatically after sewing is completed. * Use a courser stitch density when se wing on heavyw eight fabrics and other difficult f abrics. 6. Insert a pin in front of the inside edge of both bar tac ks. Insert the seam ripper into center of b uttonhole . Cut to wards the first pin.
Sewing stretch fabrics ( 5 ) When sewing b uttonholes onto stretch f abric, insert a gimp thread into the b uttonhole seam (b uttonholes only). 3 1. Hook the gimp thread onto the end of presser f oot “A”, inser t it into the g roove at the front of the presser f oot and tempor arily tie it there . 1 Upper thread 1 2. Lower the presser f oot and star t sewing. 5 3 * Set the stitch width to match the diameter of the gimp thread. 3.
BAR TACKING A Use for reinforcing the openings of poc kets, etc. 1 Bar tac k 1 1. Attach p resser foot “A” and set the size by measuring the area to be b ar tacked. 1 1 Scale 2 0.5 cm (13/64”) 3 Length of bar tac k 3 * 2 5 0.5 to 3 cm (13/64” to 1-3/16”) is suitab le for bar tacking. 0.5 to 1 cm (13/64” to 3/8”) is the nor mal size. 2. Position the poc ket as illustrated with the top of the poc ket facing you.
5 5. Start the machine while holding the end of the upper thread gently. 3 * The machine will sew a reinforcement stitch and stop automatically after se wing is completed. Thick fabrics If the zipper slide gets in the w ay, lower the needle all the w ay through the cloth, lift the f oot, and mo ve the slider out of the w ay. 1 Presser foot 2 Cardboard 1 2 52 * Use a larger stitch length when w orking with heavyw eight fabrics that don’t f eed very easily.
APPLIQUES A 1 Applique 2 Zig zag 3 Fagoting 1 2 3 Preparations: Attach the applique to the fabric. The applique should be attached with fabric glue or a basting stitch so that it will not move during sewing. 1 1 Applique 2 Fabric glue 2 1. Attach presser foot “J”. Make sure that the needle drop point is just outside the applique and then start sewing. 1 Applique 1 1 2. Finish 1 Needle drop point 1 Sewing the applique around corners 1.
SCALLOP J Use to put a decorative trim on shirt collars and handkerchiefs. 1 Scallop 2 Scallop 1 2 1. Attach the J foot. While sewing, take care to leave a little space between the stitches and the edge of the fabric. 2. Carefully cut along the outsides of the stitching, taking care not to cut the threads.
PATCHWORK STITCH J 1 Patchwork stitch 1 Preparations: Press the seam open from the wrong side of the cloth. 3 1 2 3 4 2 4 Straight stitch Seam allowance 1 cm (3/8”) Reverse side 4 1 3 Attach the J foot. Line the presser foot up along the center of the seam and sew.
ZIPPER INSERTION (CENTERED AND SIDE APPLICATION) I Caution Before sewing, gently turn the hand wheel to check the needle position. Make sure that the needle does not come down onto the foot, or it could break and cause injury. 1 Straight 1 Centered application Preparations: Attach presser foot “J” and sew straight stitches up to the crotch end. Change to a basting stitch and sew to the top of the fabric. 3 1 Crotch end 2 Reverse stitch 3 Basting stitch 2 1 1.
Side application 1 Preparations: Attach presser foot “J” and sew straight stitches up to the crotch end. Change to a basting stitch and sew to the top of the fabric. 2 5 1 2 3 4 5 3 Reverse stitch Basting stitch Crotch end Reverse side Straight stitch 4 1. Press the seam allowance open and align the folded hem along the teeth of the zipper, while keeping 3 mm (1/8”) for the sewing space.
4. Close zipper. Turn fabric over to the right side and baste. 1 2 3 4 5 1 Left pressed edge of zip opening (wrong side) Right pressed edge of the zip opening (wrong side) Zipper Basting stitch Left pressed edge of zip opening (right side) 4 5 2 3 5 3 5. Position foot so needle comes down over the left side of the foot as illustrated in diagram. 1 Needle drop point 1 6. Sew a few stitches in reverse at the base of the opening to reinforce your stitching.
SMOCKING J Use to add a decorative touch to garments. Select a straight stitch with a stitch length of 4.0 mm Reduce thread tension and sew a few rows of stitches about one centimeter apart. 1 About 1 cm (25/64”) 1 Pull the bottom of the threads to gather the cloth and iron gathers. 1. Attach the J foot. Sew new rows of stitches over the top of the straight stitched rows. J 2. Pull out the threads used in the straight stitched rows.
BUTTON SEWING (Option) M Caution Before starting always turn the hand wheel to check to make sure the needle isn't hitting the button. If the needle hits the button while sewing, it could break and cause injury. 1 Zig zag 1 1. Raise the presser foot lever and slide the feed dog adjustment ) lever to the right to lower the feed dog. ( 1 Feed dog adjustment lever 1 2. Attach button sew-on foot (sold separately). 3. Select the . Place the button under the presser foot.
5. Once sewing is completed, return the feed dog to its original position, pull the bobbin thread at the sewing end down and pull the upper thread at the sewing end through to the reverse side of the fabric. Then tie the thread ends together and cut the threads at the sewing start. 6. When you are finished attaching buttons, make sure to return ) the feed dogs to their original position. ( 1 Feed dog adjustment lever 1 Attaching buttons with four holes First sew the two holes which are closest to you.
EMBROIDERING BEFORE YOU BEGIN J 1. Embroidery unit and memory cards (optional). CAUTION – Do not touch the embroidery unit connectors. Doing so could cause damage to the machine. – Do not move the sewing machine while the embroidery unit is attached. The embroidery unit could fall and cause injury. 1 – Do not carry embroidery unit by the carriage or apply excessive force to it, or you could cause damage.
3. Attaching the embroidery unit CAUTION Always make sure the power is off when attaching the embroidery unit or damage could result. 1. Turn off sewing machine. 2. Slide accessory case to the left and remove it. 3. Remove cover of the embroidery unit. Attach unit to the machine as shown in the drawing until you hear a click sound. CAUTION Always make sure the unit is pressed all the way into the machine to ensure accurate stitching.
Removing embroidery unit 1. Remove embroidery hoop. Push “ ” key. Push “ ” key. The carriage will move to the storage position. CAUTION – If the carriage is not in the storage position, you might not be able to put the cover on the embroidery unit. – Always make sure to remove the hoop before pushing the “ ” key button. If you push “ ” key while the small hoop (sold separately) is still attached, the hoop will hit the foot and this could result in personal injury. 2. Turn the power off.
CHOOSING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS (PART I) This computerized sewing machine comes with pre-programmed alphabet and patterns. You may also use optional memory cards for more designs. 1. Turn on the machine and touch the screen. You should see the message displayed in the diagram on your screen. 2. Press “ ” key. CAUTION Keep hands and other objects away from the carriage. It could cause injury. The sewing machine might make a buzzing sound if defaults are not set. Do not be alarmed.
One-point patterns 1. Push “ * If you are not at the screen shown in the diagram, simply push “ * ” key. 1 70 and ” key to come to this screen. 2 mean pattern number/total number of pat70 terns *this shows the first and second patterns out of a group of 70 to choose from. Pushing the “ ” key will bring you to the next screen (shown in the diagram). Pressing “ ” key will skip ten patterns forward. 2. Touch the pattern on the screen to select the pattern you wish to embroider.
3. The Sew screen will appear. * Pushing “ ” key will bring you back to the previous screen.
Borders Allows you to select a border pattern you like by choosing the shape of the border and stitch for your border. 1. Push “ * ” key. If you are not on the screen shown in the diagram, simply push “ ” key to come to this screen. ▼ 2. Choose the shape of the border you wish to embroider. Once you have selected the border shape, you will automatically be taken to the stitch selection screen. * ” key button will take you onto the next Pushing the “ screen of stitches.
Lettering Press “ * ” key. If you are not on the screen shown in the diagram, simply ” key to come to this screen. push “ ▼ Example: For practice, try the word "BUS": 1. Press " " key. The letter “B” should appear at the top of your screen as shown in the diagram. ▼ 2. ” key to get to the next screen of letters. Press the “ ▼ 3. Press “ ” key. Now the "BU" should appear at the top of your screen. ▼ 4. Press “ ” key. The entire word "BUS" should appear at the top of your screen. It's that easy.
Numerals and punctuation Pushing the “ ” key will take you to the Punctuation and Number screens. ▼ ▼ Lower and upper case letters The “ ” key button allows you to alternate between upper and lower case lettering.
Selecting patterns from a memory card 1. Turn off the power. I O 2. Insert the memory card you wish to use into the card slot, which is located on the right side of the sewing machine. The arrow on card should be facing you and pointing to the left, into the machine. Push the card straight in so it goes all the way in. CAUTION Do not attempt to force the card into the machine in any direction other than the direction the arrow is pointing. Attempting to do so could cause damage. 3.
CHOOSING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS (PART II) If you accidentally choose the wrong design 1. Press the “ ” key to go back to the previous screen. If you choose the wrong character Press “ ” key. Each time you press delete it will delete the last character on the top of the screen. To change size Pressing the “ ” key (Large/Medium/Small) button until the desired size is highlighted.
To make words Example: For practice, try entering the characters "ABCDEFGH" 1. Press “ ” key. The letters will scroll across your screen to the left starting with the first letter selected. * The screen only scrolls if the letters will not all fit in the screen.
EMBROIDERING Embroidering attractive finishes Stabilizers – Use stabilizers to create beautiful embroider without puckering or poor stitch conformation. Iron-on Stabilizers are recommended especially for lightweight fabrics and/or stretchable fabrics. For certain fabrics you might wish to use a thick stabilizer or two layers of stabilizer. 1 1 Stabilizer 2 Fabric 2 * We recommend Brother Iron-on stabilizers that can be torn off after you're finished.
Setting the fabric into the embroidery frame 1. Mark the fabric using a chalk pen or fabric marking pen to indicate the embroidering position. 2. Loosen the adjusting screw and separate the inner and outer frames. Lay the fabric on top of the outer frame and secure it between the inner and outer frame, and tighten the adjusting screw just enough to secure the fabric. Gently remove the fabric from the frame without loosening the adjusting screw.
5. Press down into the outer frame so that the mark doesn’t move out of place. 1 Outer frame 2 Inner frame 3 Surface of fabric 2 1 3 * Press down firmly until the outer frame and inner frame are at the same height. 6. Remove the embroidery sheet before starting to embroider.
Fitting the embroidery frame to the embroidery unit CAUTION Be sure to wait until the embroidery unit has finished initializing before fitting the embroidery frame. (Refer to page 65.) 1. Raise the presser foot to its highest position. Then pass the embroidery frame under the presser foot with the mounting bracket on the left side and the fabric right side up. 5 3 1 2 2.
Embroidering CAUTION – When sewing embroidery, Brother embroidering thread (X81164-001) must be used for the bobbin thread. – Check bobbin thread before beginning to sew. If you embroider when the bobbin thread is low, the thread could tangle up or other problems could result. – If you are using the embroidery unit, the foot controller cannot be used at this time. Example : 1. Select the desired pattern. The order of sewing for each part will be displayed.
5. Change the thread to the next color and start sewing again. The machine will continue to stop for thread changes. 6. Continue changing threads and starting the machine through the third and fourth colors. After it has sewn the fourth and last color, it will stop automatically. (The screen will automatically return to the first screen.) 7. Trim excess threads.
THREAD TENSION Set thread tension according to the fabric you are using with the tension dial. When doing machine embroidery, the tension dial should be set somewhere between 2-6. 1 2 3 5 6 4 6 * Upper thread tension setting Loose (Decrease thread tension) Tight (Increase thread tension) Upper thread tension dial Use the following chart as a guide for tension dial settings.
CHECKING THREAD COLORS AND TIME REQUIRED Checking thread colors Press “ ” key. Colored sections will move one after another to the left, from the first colored section to be stitched to last. * Automatically scrolls at a rate of one screen per .3 seconds. After scrolling through all color changes, you will be taken back to the first screen.
Checking time required to complete a pattern Press “ ” key. ▼ The amount of time required for the pattern will be calculated and displayed on the screen. * Press “ ” key to return to previous screen. ▼ “ ” means time remaining/time required The machine's calculations do not include the amount of time it takes you to change threads 2 minutes/2 minutes * 82 Press “ ” key to return to the color screen.
CHOOSING EMBROIDERY PLACEMENT 1. Press “ * ” key to go to the edit screen. ” You cannot choose or delete patterns from the “ key screen. If you wish to do so, press to go back to the previous screen. 2. Press “ ” key. Press the directional arrows to set needlework placement. 3 Press to rotate the pattern in 90° increments. (The 2 pattern will rotate in the direction of the arrow.) Press this to flip the design to the left or right (mirror image). 1 4 * Not applicable to all patterns.
Moving the embroidery location Use directional arrows to change the placement of pattern on the fabric. CAUTION Do not lower the needle while the hoop is in motion. Doing so could cause broken needles and possible injury. Checking the embroidering area Press “ ” key to move the hoop so you can check your work. Make sure to watch it closely to make sure it returns to the exact same position when you're done checking your work. CAUTION Do not lower the needle while the hoop is in motion.
Embroidering from a specific starting point 1. Mark the point to begin embroidering as shown in the diagram. 2. Press “ ” key. The embroidery hoop will move to place the needle above the lower left corner of the pattern. 3. Use the directional arrows to match the foot up with the mark where you wish your design to be placed. 4. Sew the pattern.
ROTATING AND MIRRORING PATTERNS Rotating patterns 1. Press “ ” key. Each time you press it, your design will rotate in 90° increments to the right. The arrow indicates direction. CAUTION When rotating the pattern, make sure you are using a hoop that can do this. Using a hoop other than what is indicated on the screen could cause the needle to hit the frame and result in injury. ABC ABC Mirroring patterns Press “ * ” key to “ When “ ” key it as shown.
CHANGING SIZE AND STITCH DENSITY OF CHARACTERS AND BORDERS To change size 1. Press “ * ” key to go to the edit screen. You cannot select or delete a pattern from the “ key screen. If you wish to do so, push “ ” ” key to return to the previous screen. 2. Press “ 3. Press “ ” key. ” key to make the pattern larger or “ ” key to make it smaller. * Some border patterns can be enlarged more than others. * Press “ * Press “ ” key to return border to its original size.
To change stitch density (limited to certain alphabets and borders) 1. Press “ ” key, then press “ 2. Press “ ” key. ” key for a finer stitch density, or “ ” key for a coarser stitch density. * Press “ ” key to return to normal stitch density. * Press “ ” key to go back to the previous screen. Multi-colored lettering 1. Press “ 2. Press “ ” key, then press “ ” key. ” key.
IF THE THREAD BREAKS DURING EMBROIDERY If the upper thread breaks 1. Stop the machine, raise the needle and foot, and rethread the machine. · If the bobbin thread breaks 1 Cut the upper thread, raise needle and foot, and remove hoop. 2 Reset the bobbin thread, then reattach hoop. 2. Press “ ” key. 3. Press “ ” key. 4. Press “ ” key to go back a few stitches before the thread broke.
5. Lower the presser foot and push “START/STOP” button. · The machine might not start sewing right away after pressing “ ” key or “ ” key . This is nothing to be alarmed about. Just push “START/STOP” button again. When starting over from the beginning 1. Press “ ” key to return to the first color and place the needle over the starting position. 2. Lower the presser foot and push start. Continuing after the power shuts off Example Continuing from a position within the second color. 1.
EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS Combining characters to form words 1. Enter "ABC", press “ ” key, and then press “ ” key. 2. Press “ ” key to move the position of the needle over the fabric from the center to the lower left corner. 3. Press “START/STOP” button. After “ABC” has been stitched, move the fabric so the foot is in position to stitch "DE". 1 Ending position 1 4. Enter "DE" and press “ 5. Press “ ” key.
6. Use “ ” key to move the foot so the needle will make its first stitch at the point it ended off "ABC". 1 Needle position of last stitch 1 7. Press “START/STOP” button. Outline Embroidery Try something different by stitching only the outline of the pattern. 1. Press “ ” key to display the outline of the pattern on your screen. 2. Lower the presser foot and begin stitching.
Embroidering appliques (using a frame pattern) You can use frame patterns with the same shape and size to sew appliques. 1. Select the frame shape to be embroidered and select the “ ” stitch. Embroider onto the applique material. Remove the fabric from the embroidery frame. Cut neatly around the outside of the shape made by the stitches. 2. Embroider a base fabric in the same way using the same frame pattern shape and the stitch as in step 1. * Do not change pattern size or position. 3.
Embroidering onto small pieces of fabric or onto corners Use a stabilizer to support the fabric while stitching. When finished, remove the stabilizer carefully. We recommend Brother stabilizers designed especially for use with our machines. • Example A 1 Iron on to attach to fabric (If you don't wish to use an iron, you may attach by basting).
MEMORY You can save patterns of linked characters and restore them when you wish to use them. (See page 5 for directions on saving designs) Saving groups of characters For example, to save the word “one” on page one. 1. Enter the letters “ONE”. 2. Press “ 3. Use “ ” key. ” and “ design and press “ * * 1 ” keys to select a page to store your ” key. If you try to save pattern on a page that already has something saved on it, the old pattern will be deleted to make room for the new one.
Restoring saved designs For example, to restore the word "GIRL". 1. Press “ ” key. 2. ” key. Press “ 3. Press “ ” key. 4. Pattern has been restored.
MAINTENANCE CLEANING CAUTION Disconnect the power cord from the wall socket before cleaning, otherwise injury or electric shocks may result. Cleaning the screen If the front panel is dirty, wipe it gently with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use any organic solvents or detergents. Cleaning the sewing machine surface If the surface of the sewing machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly and then wipe the surface.
3. Turn the hand wheel towards you. Line up the shelf of race with the notch of shuttle and remove race. 1 2 1 2 3 4 4 Shuttle Notch of shuttle Race Shelf of race 3 5 4. Remove accumulated lint and thread from the inner shuttle and race with a brush or a vacuum cleaner. 3 3 1 1 Race 2 Shuttle 3 Cleaning brush 2 5. Remove the race and check that the notch of the shuttle is lined up in its original position by lining up the shuttle projection with the spring and insert the race.
CHANGING THE LIGHT BULB CAUTION The glass plate over the light bulb will be hot after running the machine. Please wait for it to cool off before changing the light bulbs so you don't burn yourself. 1. Turn the power off. 2. Loosen the screw on the reverse side of sewing head. Remove the end cap. 1 Screw 2 End cap 1 2 3. Replace the snap in the light bulb with a new one. 1 Light bulb * Light bulbs are available through your dealer. (8V, 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING BEFORE TAKING YOUR MACHINE IN FOR SERVICE Basic sewing machine maintenance Before calling for service, check the following items. If the problem still persists, contact the place of purchase or your nearest Brother dealer. • Trouble with threads and stitches Upper thread breaks Bobbin thread breaks Skipped stitches Fabric puckers Upper threading is not correct. Upper thread is entangled. Needle is not correctly inserted. . Threading is not correct Re-thread upper thread.
FINDING THE SOURCE OF THE PROBLEM • Trouble with threads and stitches Inability to thread needle • Mechanical trouble Inability for thread tension control Feed dog is lowered. Place the fabric in the embroidery frame correctly. NO P.75~76 Raise the feed dog with the feed dog adijustment lever. NO P.61 Set of bobbin thread is not correct. Thin or stretch fabric is being used with no stabilizer fabric attached. Stitch length is set at no feeding. Set bobbin properly and pull out the bobbin thread.
Machine does not start Embroidery unit does not work Needle is not correctly inserted. “START/STOP” button is not pressed. Main power switch is in the off position. LCD contrast is not correct. Set needle properly. Press “START/STOP” button. Turn the power on. Adjust the LCD contrast. Needle breaks P.34 NO P.23 NO P.12 NO Correct needle is not used. Main power switch is in the off position. Embroidery unit is not correctly connected to the machine. Change to proper needle.
ERROR MESSAGES Warning messages A warning buzzer will sound and error message flash on your screen if the “START/STOP” or “REVERSE STITCH” button are pressed when the machine is not properly set up, or operated incorrectly. Please read the error message and follow instructions carefully. The following is a list of the machine's error messages and what each means. Please use this list for reference. (The error message will disappear from your screen once the problem is corrected.
104 This message will appear when attempting to restore a memory card pattern that has been saved to a different memory card than the one inserted in the machine. This message will appear if you attempt to select a pattern while you are still mode. in This message will appear if you attempt to combine over 36 characters in a single pattern. This message is dis" played when the “ key is touched during embroidering or if the machine is stopped between color changes.
This message will appear if you press the “START/ STOP” button while the foot controller is attached. This message is displayed if a non-buttonhole pattern is selected and the “START/STOP” button or “REVERSE STITCH” button is pressed while the buttonhole lever is lowered. This message is displayed if a buttonhole pattern is selected and the “START/STOP” button or “REVERSE STITCH” button is pressed while the buttonhole lever is raised.
✩ R — ✩ DECORATIVE FAGOTING Fagoting, decorative stitching ✩ ✩ General sewing for reinforcement ✩ ✩ TRIPLE ZIGZAG Decorative stitching ✩ ✩ STRETCH STITCH Straight stitching (attaching sleeves, reinforcing, sewing stretch fabrics) ✩ ✩ SCALLOP Decorating collar of blouse, edge of handkerchief ✩ ✩ ZIGZAG Overcasting, Patchwork ✩ ✩ Decorative stitching ✩ ✩ Decorative stitching ✩ ✩ Smocking, decorative stitching ✩ ✩ Decorative stitching ✩ ✩ Decorative stitching ✩ ✩ Decor
PATTERNS (PROGRAMMED IN MACHINE) Utility stitches Character embroidering chart Sizes: [L] 30mm (1-3/16”), [M] 15mm (9/16”), [S] 7.5mm (1/4”), Sizes: [L] 30mm (1-3/16”), [M] 15mm (9/16”), [S] 10mm (0-3/8”), Sizes: [L] 30mm (1-3/16”), [M] 15mm (9/16”), [S] 9mm (0-3/8”), Frame pattern embroidering chart Sizes can be enlarged or reduced.
PATTERNS (MEMORY CARD) ONE POINT MARK EMBROIDERY PATTERN 1 ...... 019 2 ...... 800 3 ...... 900 1 ...... 2 ...... 3 ...... 4 ...... 323 085 001 058 1 ...... 086 2 ...... 058 3 ...... 707 1 ...... 2 ...... 3 ...... 4 ...... 1 ...... 2 ...... 3 ...... 4 ...... 1 ...... 2 ...... 3 ...... 4 ...... 405 900 005 704 1 ...... 2 ...... 3 ...... 4 ...... 405 507 800 205 1 ...... 086 1 ...... 614 1 ...... 2 ......
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