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INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this embroidery and sewing machine. Before using this machine, carefully read the “Important Safety Instructions”, and then study this manual for the correct operation of the various functions. In addition, after you have finished reading this manual, store it where it can quickly be accessed for future reference. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 5 Special care is required when sewing: • Always pay close attention to the needle. Do not use bent or damaged needles. • Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the machine needle. • Switch the sewing machine to the symbol “O” position to turn it off when making any adjustments in the needle area. • Do not use a damaged or incorrect needle plate, as it could cause the needle to break.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY IMPORTANT • In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use a fuse approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i.e. carrying the mark, rating as marked on plug. • Always replace the fuse cover. Never use plugs with the fuse cover omitted. • If the available electrical outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, you should contact your authorized dealer to obtain the correct lead.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only) Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation 100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA TEL : (908) 704-1700 declares that the product Product Name: Model Number: Brother Sewing Machine NV6000D This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING LABEL The following warning label is on the included side cutter. Be sure to observe the precaution. CAUTION • When using the side cutter, sew between low and mid-speed and do not touch the knives or operation lever of the side cutter while sewing to avoid equipment damage or injury.
OUTSTANDING FEATURES Checking the Needle Location in the Screen You can check the needle drop position on the screen of your machine, even if the needle has not actually been lowered. Also, you can view the location of the needle within the sewing area in the screen. See “Checking the Needle Location in the Screen” on page 75. vi Edge Sewing Using the built-in camera, the width of the area from the edge of the fabric to the stitching line can be measured and set for edge sewing.
Using the Built-In Camera to Align the Embroidering Position The embroidering position can easily be aligned by using the machine’s built-in camera and the enclosed embroidery positioning sticker. See “Using the Built-In Camera to Align the Embroidering Position” on page 206 and 302. Uninterrupted Embroidering (Using a Single Color) You can embroider a multi-color pattern with a single color without stopping the machine while embroidering.
WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE Getting Ready Sewing Basics To learn the operation of the principal parts and the screens To learn how to prepare for sewing and basic sewing operations Chapter 1 Page 11 Chapter 2 Page 59 Utility Stitches Pre-programmed with more than 100 frequently used stitches Character/Decorative Stitches The variety of stitches widen your creativity Chapter 3 Page 77 4 Page 145 Embroidery Embroidery Edit Maximum 30 cm × 20 cm (approx.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 explain your sewing machine’s basic operation procedures for someone who is using the sewing machine for the first time. If you want to sew utility stitches or character/ decorative stitches, read Chapter 1 and Chapter 2, then go on to Chapter 3 (Utility Stitches) or Chapter 4 (Character/ Decorative Stitches). When you are ready to begin using the embroidery function after reading Chapter 1 and Chapter 2, proceed to Chapter 5 (Embroidery).
CONTENTS CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ...................................................i IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................i OUTSTANDING FEATURES .................................vi WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THIS MACHINE ...viii HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL .............................ix NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ...........................................................1 Machine ..................................................................................
CONTENTS Recalling from USB Media .................................................. 177 Recalling from the Computer .............................................. 179 Chapter 5 Embroidery 181 BEFORE EMBROIDERING .................................182 Embroidery Step by Step ..................................................... 182 Attaching Embroidery Foot “W” .......................................... 183 Attaching the Embroidery Unit ............................................ 184 SELECTING PATTERNS..
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NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS The names of the various parts of the sewing machine and their functions are described below. Before using the sewing machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts. Machine ■ Front View ■ Right-side/Rear View a Handle Carry the sewing machine by its handle when transporting the machine. a Top cover Open the top cover to thread the machine and wind the bobbin.
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Needle and Presser Foot Section Measurements on the needle plate, bobbin cover (with mark) and needle plate cover The measurements on the bobbin cover are references for patterns with a middle (center) needle position. The measurements on the needle plate and the needle plate cover are references for stitches with a left needle position. a Buttonhole lever The buttonhole lever is used with the one-step buttonhole foot to create buttonholes.
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Embroidery Unit Operation Buttons a Carriage The carriage moves the embroidery frame automatically when embroidering. (page 184) b Release button (located under the embroidery unit) Press the release button to remove the embroidery unit. (page 185) c Embroidery frame holder Insert the embroidery frame into the embroidery frame holder to hold the frame in place.
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Using the Flat Bed Attachment Pull the top of the flat bed attachment to open the accessory compartment. b Place the lid on top of the case so that the notches in the lid align with the tabs on the case, and then slide the bar on each side back to the center of the accessory case. Using the Accessory Case ■ Opening the Accessory Case Fully slide the bar on each side of the accessory case, and then lift off the lid to open the case.
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS For your convenience, a presser foot storage tray can be stored in the accessory compartment of the flat bed attachment. Using the Embroidery Unit Carrying Case Included accessories 43-46 are contained in the embroidery unit carrying case. To open the embroidery unit carrying case, raise each lock and move the latches out of position.
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 1 2 3 4 5 8 9 10 11 12 17 18 16 75/11 2 needles 90/14 2 needles 90/14 2 needles: Ball point needle (gold colored) 23 24 30 2.0/11 needle 6 7 13 14 15 19 20 21 22 75/11 2 needles 25 26 27 28 29 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43* 44* 45* 46* 47 48 49 50 51 52 *Included Accessories 43-46 are contained in the embroidery unit carrying case.
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 53 54 55** 56 58 57 59 **In some countries or regions, this is not included in the enclosed accessories; however, it is available as an option. Part Code Part Code No. Part Name U.S.A./ Canada No. Part Name U.S.A.
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS Part Code Memo • Always use accessories recommended for this machine. • The screw for the presser foot holder is available through your authorized dealer (Part code XA4813-051). • Included accessories 37, 42, 58 and 59 can be stored in the machine’s soft cover case. (In some countries or regions, the soft cover case is not included in the enclosed accessories; however, it is available as an option.) No.
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ■ How to Assemble the Spool Stand Using the Spool Stand The included spool stand is useful when using thread spools with a large diameter (cross-wound thread). The spool stand can hold two spools of thread. 1 2 4 5 7 8 No. 1 a Fully extend the telescopic thread guide shaft, and then rotate the shaft until the two internal stoppers click into place.
NAMES OF MACHINE PARTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS c d e Firmly insert the two spool pins into the two holes in the spool support. Open the upper cover of the machine. From the back of the machine, press in the upper cover latches (one on each side), and then pull the upper cover up to remove it from the machine. ■ How to Remove a From the back of the machine, press in the spool stand latches (one on each side), and then pull the spool stand up to remove it from the machine.
Chapter 1 Getting Ready TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF...............12 LCD SCREEN...................................................14 ■ Home Page Screen ................................................................... 14 ■ Utility Stitch LCD Screen ......................................................... 15 ■ Key Functions ........................................................................... 16 USB Connectivity..............................................................
TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF WARNING • Use only regular household electricity for the power source. Using other power sources 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 cord receptacle on the machine. • Do not insert the plug on the power cord into an electrical outlet that is in poor condition.
TURNING THE MACHINE ON/OFF a Insert the power supply cord into the power cord receptacle, then insert the plug into a wall outlet. 1 b Getting Ready a Main power switch b Power supply cord Turn the main power switch to “I” to turn on the machine. a OFF b ON Memo • When the machine is turned on, the needle and the feed dogs will make sound when they move; this is not a malfunction. c Turn the main power switch to “O” to turn off the machine.
LCD SCREEN LCD SCREEN When the machine is turned on, the opening movie is played. Touch anywhere on the screen for the home page screen to be displayed. Touch the LCD screen or a key with your finger or the included touch pen to select a machine function. Note • When the straight stitch needle plate is on the machine, the needle will automatically move to the middle position. Memo • Only touch the screen with your finger or the included touch pen.
LCD SCREEN ■ Utility Stitch LCD Screen Press a key with your finger to select the stitch pattern, to select a machine function, or to select an operation indicated on the key. a b c 1 f Getting Ready d e a Shows single or twin needle mode setting, and the needle stop position. Single needle/down position Single needle/up position Twin needle/down position Twin needle/up position b Shows the name and code number of the selected stitch. c Shows the presser foot code.
LCD SCREEN ■ Key Functions b c d e a f x w v u t r g s h q i p j k l o No. Display Key Name n m Explanation Page a Utility stitch key b Character/Decorative Press this key to select character or decorative stitch patterns. stitch key 146 c Screen lock key Press this key to lock the screen.When the screen is locked, the various settings, such as the stitch width and stitch length, are locked and cannot be changed. Press this key again to unlock the settings.
LCD SCREEN No. Display Key Name Explanation Page Press this key before changing the needle, the presser foot, etc. This key locks all key and button functions to prevent operation of the machine. 54-57 Presser foot/Needle exchange key m Sewing machine help Press this key to see explanations on how to use the machine.
LCD SCREEN USB Connectivity You can perform many functions using the USB ports on the machine. Connect the appropriate devices according to the feature of each ports. a Primary (top) USB port b Embroidery card Reader/USB card writer module* Note a Primary (top) USB port for media or card Reader/ USB card writer module* (USB2.
LCD SCREEN ■ Connecting the Machine to the Computer Using the included USB cable, the sewing machine can be connected to your computer. ■ Using a USB Mouse The USB mouse, connected to the sewing machine, can be used to perform a variety of operations in the screens. Connect a USB mouse to the USB 1.1 port marked with 1 . You can also connect a USB mouse to the other USB port (USB 2.0).
LCD SCREEN ■ Clicking a Key ■ Changing Pages When the mouse is connected, the pointer appears on the screen. Move the mouse to position the pointer over the desired key, and then click the left mouse button. Rotate the mouse wheel to switch through the tabs of the pattern selection screens. Memo • If page numbers and a vertical scroll bar for additional pages are displayed, rotate the mouse wheel or click the left mouse button Memo • Double-clicking has no effect.
LCD SCREEN 1 Getting Ready 21
LCD SCREEN Using the Machine Setting Mode Key Press to change the default machine settings (needle stop position, embroidery speed, opening display, etc.). To display the different settings screens, press “General settings” or for “Sewing settings”, for for “Embroidery settings”. Memo • Press or to display a different settings screen. Sewing settings a f g b h c d e a b c d e f g h 22 Select whether to use the sewing speed controller to determine the zigzag width (see page 104).
LCD SCREEN General settings a g b h 1 c i e j f k CAUTION • If “Upper and Bobbin Thread Sensor” is set to “OFF”, remove the upper thread. If the machine is used with the upper thread threaded, the machine will not be able to detect if the thread has become tangled. Continuing to use the machine with tangled thread may cause damage. Getting Ready d l m n o a Select the needle stop position (the needle position when the machine is not operating) to be up or down.
LCD SCREEN Embroidery settings g h a i b c j d a b c d e f g h i j k l 24 e k f l Select from among 14 embroidery frame displays (see page 232). Change the thread color display on the embroidery screen; thread number, color name (see page 231). When the thread number “#123” is selected, select from six thread brands (see page 231). Adjust the maximum embroidery speed setting (see page 231). Adjust the upper thread tension for embroidering (see page 227).
LCD SCREEN ■ Changing the Pointer Shape When a USB Mouse Is Used d Use and to choose the pointer shape from the three settings available In the settings screen, the shape can be selected for the pointer that appears when a USB mouse is connected. Depending upon the background color, select the desired shape from the three that are available. ( , and ).
LCD SCREEN a Press . o The Sewing settings screen appears. b Press e Press f Connect the USB media or the computer (using a USB cable) that contains your personal image to the USB port of the machine. . o The General settings screen appears. c Display 4/7 (page 4 of 7) of the General settings screen. d 26 Press . . * See page 18 about USB connectivity.
LCD SCREEN g Press to select the first image. * Press when connecting a computer using a USB cable, and then copy your personal images into “Removable Disk”, which appears on the desktop of the computer. o A list of your personal images appear on the screen. * Press to delete the selected image. * Press to view the previous page. * h Press a file name to select image and then press . Getting Ready i 1 The images will appear in a list in this screen.
LCD SCREEN ■ Selecting the Initial Screen Display The Initial screen that appears on the machine can be changed. a Press b Press d Use and to select the setting for the initial screen display. . o The Sewing settings screen appears. . * * * o The General settings screen appears. c 28 Display 4/7 (page 4 of 7) of the General settings screen. e Opening Screen: When the machine is turned on, the home page screen appears after the opening movie screen is touched.
LCD SCREEN ■ Choosing the Display Language a Press Press Use and to choose the display language. . o The Sewing settings screen appears. b d * . Choose from the following languages: “English”, “Deutsch (German)”, “Français (French)”, “Italiano (Italian)”, “Nederlands (Dutch)”, “Español (Spanish)”, “Dansk (Danish)”, “Norsk (Norwegian)”, “Suomi (Finnish)”, “Svenska (Swedish)”, “Português (Portuguese)”, “Ɋɭɫɫɤɢɣ (Russian)”. 1 Getting Ready a o The General settings screen appears.
LCD SCREEN ■ Changing the Background Colors of the Embroidery Patterns d Press . In the settings screen, the background colors can be changed for the embroidery pattern and pattern thumbnails. Depending on the pattern color, select the desired background color from the 66 settings available. Different background colors can be selected for the embroidery pattern and pattern thumbnails. a Press b Press . a o The Sewing settings screen appears. .
LCD SCREEN e Select the background color from the 66 settings available. 1 a Getting Ready b a Embroidery pattern background b Selected color a b a Pattern thumbnails background b Selected color f Press to return to the original screen. Memo • The setting remains selected even if the machine is turned off.
LCD SCREEN Using the Sewing Machine Help Key Press to open the sewing machine help screen. Three functions are available from the screen shown below. a b c a Press this key to see explanation for upper threading, winding the bobbin, changing the presser foot, preparing to embroider a pattern, and how to use the machine (see page 33). b Press this key to select utility stitches when you are not sure which stitch to use or how to sew the stitch (see page 34).
LCD SCREEN Using the Operation Guide Function Press to open the screen shown below. Six categories are displayed at the top of the screen. Press a key to see more information about that category. 1 Getting Ready displays information about the main parts of the machine and their functions. This is the first screen displayed when you press displays information about the operation buttons. . displays information about attaching the embroidery unit, preparing fabric for embroidering, etc.
LCD SCREEN Example: Displaying information about upper threading a e * Press . Read the instructions. Press Press b Press to see a video of the displayed instructions. . under movie to go back to the beginning. Press to pause. Press restart after pause. Press to to close out the movie. * Press to view the next page. * Press to view the previous page. f Press to return to the original screen.
LCD SCREEN c Press . o The advice screen is displayed. Using the Pattern Explanation Function If you want to know more about the uses of a stitch pattern, select the pattern and press and then 1 to see an explanation of the Note • With the pattern explanation function, descriptions can be displayed for the patterns available on the Utility Stitch and Character/Decorative Stitch screens. • Descriptions are displayed for each pattern in the Utility Stitch screen.
LCD SCREEN c Press . o The screen shows information. d Press to return to the original screen. Memo • The settings remain displayed to allow you to fine tune the stitch.
LOWER THREADING LOWER THREADING ■ Using the Supplemental Spool Pin Winding the Bobbin o Press o With this machine, you can wind the bobbin during sewing. While using the main spool pin to sew embroidery, you can conveniently wind the bobbin using the supplemental spool pin. Getting Ready o o 1 in this order to display a video example of bobbin winding on the LCD (see page 34). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation.
LOWER THREADING c Set the supplemental spool pin in the “up” position. e With your right hand, hold the thread near the thread spool. With your left hand, hold the end of the thread, and use both hands to pass the thread through the thread guide. a Supplemental spool pin d Place the spool of thread on the supplemental spool pin, so that thread unrolls from the front. Push the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible to secure the thread spool.
LOWER THREADING g Pass the end of the thread through the guide slit in the bobbin winder seat, and pull the thread to the right to cut the thread with the cutter. j Press . o Bobbin winding starts automatically. The bobbin stops rotating when bobbin winding is completed. The bobbin winding switch will automatically return to its original position. 1 Getting Ready h Wind the thread clockwise around the bobbin 5-6 times. Note • changes to while the bobbin is winding.
LOWER THREADING k Cut the thread with cutter and remove the bobbin. a Turn the main power to ON and open the top cover. b Align the groove in the bobbin with the spring on the bobbin winder shaft, and set the bobbin on the shaft. Memo • When removing the bobbin, do not pull on the bobbin winder seat. Doing so could loosen or remove the bobbin winder seat, and could result in damage to the machine.
LOWER THREADING f Pass the thread through the thread guide. ■ Using the Spool Stand To wind thread on the bobbin while the spool stand is installed, pass the thread from the spool through the thread guide on the telescopic thread guide, and then wind the bobbin according to steps e through k of “Using the Supplemental Spool Pin” on page 38 to page 40. Getting Ready a Thread guide g Pass the thread around the pre-tension disk making sure that the thread is under the pre-tension disk.
LOWER THREADING ■ Untangling Thread from Beneath the Bobbin Winder Seat d Cut the thread near the bobbin and hold the thread end with your left hand. Unwind the thread counter clockwise near the bobbin winder seat with your right hand as shown below. e Wind the bobbin again. If the bobbin winding starts when the thread is not passed through the pre-tension disk correctly, the thread may become tangled beneath the bobbin winder seat. Wind off the thread according to the following procedure.
LOWER THREADING Setting the Bobbin o Press o o o a Press b Slide the bobbin cover latch to the right. . 1 in this order to display a CAUTION • Use a bobbin thread that has been correctly wound. Otherwise, the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. a Bobbin cover b Latch o The bobbin cover opens. c Remove the bobbin cover. d Hold the bobbin with your right hand and hold the end of the thread with your left hand.
LOWER THREADING g Pass the thread through the guide, and then pull the thread out toward the front. a Cutter o The cutter cuts the thread. Note • If the thread is not correctly inserted through the tension spring of the bobbin case, it may cause incorrect thread tension. (see page 67) a Tension spring CAUTION • Be sure to hold down the bobbin with your finger and unwind the bobbin thread correctly. Otherwise, the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect.
LOWER THREADING Pulling Up the Bobbin Thread e There may be some sewing applications where you want to pull up the bobbin thread; for example, when making gathers, darts, or doing free motion quilting or embroidery. Pull up the bobbin thread, pass it under the presser foot and pull it about 100 mm (approx. 3-4 inches) toward the back of the machine, making it even with the upper thread. 1 Memo a * * b Guide the bobbin thread through the groove, following the arrow in the illustration.
UPPER THREADING UPPER THREADING Upper Threading o Press o o o a Turn the main power to ON. b Press the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to raise the presser foot. in this order to display a video example of the operation on the LCD (see page 34). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation. CAUTION o The upper thread shutter opens so the machine can be threaded. • Be sure to thread the machine properly.
UPPER THREADING d Pivot the spool pin so that it angles upward. Set the thread spool on the spool pin so that the thread unwinds from the front of the spool. f While holding the thread with both hands, pull the thread up from under the thread guide plate. 1 a b c d e Spool pin Spool cap Thread spool Spool felt g While holding the thread in your right hand, pass the thread through the thread guide in the direction indicated.
UPPER THREADING i Pass the thread through the needle bar thread guide (marked “6”) by holding the thread with both hands and guiding it as shown in the illustration. l Pull the thread up through the thread cutter to cut the thread, as shown in the illustration. a Thread cutter a Needle bar thread guide Note Press the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to j lower presser foot.
UPPER THREADING n * Carefully pull the end of the thread that was passed through the eye of the needle. If a loop was formed in the thread passed through the eye of the needle, carefully pull on the loop of thread through to the back of the needle. Note • Some needles cannot be threaded with the needle threader. In this case, instead of using the needle threader after passing the thread through the needle bar thread guide (marked “6”), manually pass the thread through the eye of the needle from the front.
UPPER THREADING a Press and install the twin needle e (“CHANGING THE NEEDLE” on page 56). b Thread the machine for the first needle according to the procedure for threading a single needle (“Upper Threading” on page 46). a Spool cap b Spool pin c Thread spool f * c Place the additional spool of thread on the supplemental spool pin, so that the thread unwinds from the front. Push the spool cap onto the spool pin as far as possible to secure the thread spool.
UPPER THREADING h Continue threading however do not pass the thread in the needle bar thread guide “6” on the needle bar. Thread the needle on the right side. CAUTION • Be sure to set the twin needle mode when using the twin needle. Using the twin needle while the machine is in single needle mode could cause the needle to break, resulting in damage. Start sewing. Sample of Twin Needle Sewing a Needle bar thread guide i Press j Select a stitch pattern. (Example: * .
UPPER THREADING Using the Spool Stand The included spool stand is useful when using thread on spools with a large diameter (crosswound thread). This spool stand can hold two spools of thread. • Depending on the size of spool or the amount of thread remaining, choose the appropriate sized spool cap (large or medium). Spool cap (small) cannot be used with the spool cap base. Memo • See page 9 to assemble the spool stand. • See page 41 to wind the bobbin when using the spool stand.
UPPER THREADING Note c Using Threads that Unwind Quickly ■ Using the Spool Net If using transparent nylon monofilament thread, metallic thread, or other strong thread, place the included spool net over the spool before using it. When using specialty threads, threading must be done manually. If the spool net is too long, fold it once to match it to the spool size before placing it over the spool. Pull the thread off the spool.
CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT CAUTION • Always press on the screen before changing the presser foot. If is not pressed and the “Start/Stop” button or another button is pressed, the machine will start and may cause injury. • Always use the correct presser foot for the selected stitch pattern. If the wrong presser foot is used, the needle may strike the presser foot and bend or break, and may cause injury. • Only use presser feet made for this machine.
CHANGING THE PRESSER FOOT b Press to unlock all keys and c buttons. c Raise the presser foot lever. Set the operation lever of the walking foot so that the needle clamp screw is set between the fork. Position the shank of the walking foot on the presser foot bar. Attaching the Walking Foot Note • Thread the needle manually when using the walking foot, or only attach the walking foot after threading the needle using the “Automatic Threading” button.
CHANGING THE NEEDLE CHANGING THE NEEDLE CAUTION • Always press on the screen before changing the needle. If is not pressed and the Start/ Stop button or another operation button is pressed accidentally, the machine will start and injury may result. • Use only sewing machine needles made for home use. Other needles may bend or break and may cause injury. • Never sew with a bent needle. A bent needle will easily break and may cause injury.
CHANGING THE NEEDLE d With the flat side of the needle facing the back, insert the new needle all the way to the top of the needle stopper (viewing window) in the needle clamp. Use a screwdriver to securely tighten the needle clamp screw. 1 Getting Ready a Needle stopper b Hole for setting the needle c Flat side of needle CAUTION • Be sure to push in the needle until it touches the stopper, and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with a screwdriver.
CHANGING THE NEEDLE About the Needle The sewing machine needle is probably the most important part of the sewing machine. Choosing the proper needle for your sewing project will result in a beautiful finish and fewer problems. Below are some things to keep in mind about needles. • • • • The smaller the needle number, the finer the needle. As the numbers increase, the needles get thicker. Use fine needles with lightweight fabrics, and thicker needles with heavyweight fabrics.
Chapter 2 Sewing Basics SEWING ..............................................................................................60 Sewing a Stitch........................................................................................................60 ■ Using the Foot Controller................................................................................................61 Sewing Reinforcement Stitches ...............................................................................62 Sewing Curves .......
SEWING SEWING CAUTION • To avoid injury, pay special attention to the needle while the machine is in operation. Keep your hands away from moving parts while the machine is in operation. • Do not stretch or pull the fabric during sewing. Doing so may lead to injury. • Do not use bent or broken needles. Doing so may lead to injury. • Do not attempt to sew over basting pins or other objects during sewing. Otherwise, the needle may break and cause injury.
SEWING f * Adjust the sewing speed with the speed control slide. You can use this slide to adjust sewing speed during sewing. a Slow b Fast g * CAUTION • Do not press the “Thread Cutter” button after the threads have been cut. Doing so could tangle the thread or break the needle and damage the machine. • Do not press the “Thread Cutter” button when there is no fabric set in the machine or during machine operation. The thread may tangle, possibly resulting in damage.
SEWING a Pull the retractable cord out from the foot controller to the desired length, and then insert the foot controller plug into its jack on the machine. a Foot controller b Foot controller jack Sewing Reinforcement Stitches Reverse/reinforcement stitches are generally necessary at the beginning and end of sewing. You can use the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew reverse/reinforcement stitches manually (see page 3).
SEWING Changing Sewing Direction Stop the machine. Leave the needle in the fabric, and press the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to raise the presser foot. Using the needle as a pivot, turn the fabric so that you can sew in the new direction. Press the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to lower the presser foot and start sewing. ■ Sewing a Seam Allowance of 0.
SEWING ■ If the Fabric does not Feed If the fabric does not feed when starting to sew or when sewing thick seams, press the black button on the left side of presser foot “J”. a Raise the presser foot. b While keeping the black button on the left side of presser foot “J” pressed in, press the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to lower the presser foot. Sewing Hook-and-Loop Fastener CAUTION • Do not use adhesive backed hook-and-loop fastener designed for sewing.
SEWING Sewing Stretch Fabrics First, baste together the pieces of fabric, and then sew without stretching the fabric. In addition, a better result can be achieved by using thread for knits or a stretch stitch. Memo • For best results when sewing stretch fabrics, decrease the pressure of the presser foot (“Using the Machine Setting Mode Key” on page 22).
STITCH SETTINGS STITCH SETTINGS When you select a stitch, your machine automatically selects the appropriate stitch width, stitch length, and upper thread tension. However, if needed, you can change any of the individual settings. Note • Settings for some stitches cannot be changed (refer to the “STITCH SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual).
STITCH SETTINGS Setting the Stitch Length Follow the steps below when you want to change the stitch pattern length. Setting the Thread Tension You may need to change the thread tension, depending on the fabric and thread being used. Follow the steps below to make any necessary changes. 2 Example: Press to shorten the stitch length. ■ Proper Thread Tension Sewing Basics The upper thread and the bobbin thread should cross near the center of the fabric.
STITCH SETTINGS ■ Upper Thread is Too Tight If the bobbin thread is visible from the right side of the fabric, the upper thread is too tight. If the upper thread is visible from the wrong side of the fabric, the upper thread is too loose. Note Note • If the bobbin thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too tight. In this case, refer to “Setting the Bobbin” (page 43) and rethread the bobbin thread. • If the upper thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too loose.
USEFUL FUNCTIONS USEFUL FUNCTIONS Automatic Reinforcement Stitching c Set the fabric in the start position and start sewing. 2 After selecting a stitch pattern, turn on the automatic reinforcement stitching function before sewing, and the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches (or reverse stitches, depending on the stitch pattern) at the beginning and end of sewing. Select a stitch pattern. b Press to set the automatic reinforcement stitching function.
USEFUL FUNCTIONS Automatic Thread Cutting c Set the fabric in the start position and start sewing. After selecting a stitch pattern, turn on the automatic thread cutting function before sewing, and the machine will automatically sew reinforcement stitches (or reverse stitches, depending on the stitch pattern) at the beginning and end of sewing, and trim the threads at the end of sewing. This function is useful when sewing buttonholes and bar tacks. a Select a stitch pattern.
USEFUL FUNCTIONS Using the Knee Lifter b Using the knee lifter, you can raise and lower the presser foot with your knee, leaving both hands free to handle the fabric. a * Align the tabs on the knee lifter with the notches in the knee lifter slot on the front of the machine. Insert the knee lifter bar as far as possible. Change the operating position of the knee lifter handle before inserting into the machine.
USEFUL FUNCTIONS Note Pivoting • The “Needle Position – UP/DOWN” (3/7 of the settings screen) must be set in the down If the pivot setting is selected, the machine stops with the needle lowered (in the fabric) and the presser foot is automatically raised to an appropriate height when the “Start/Stop” button is pressed. When the “Start/Stop” button is pressed again, the presser foot is automatically lowered and sewing continues. This function is useful for stopping the machine to rotate the fabric.
USEFUL FUNCTIONS c Place the fabric under the presser foot with the needle at the starting point of the stitching, and then press the “Start/Stop” button. The machine will begin sewing. Automatic Fabric Sensor System (Automatic Presser Foot Pressure) The thickness of the fabric is automatically detected and the presser foot pressure is automatically adjusted with an internal sensor while sewing, to insure that your fabric is fed smoothly. The fabric sensor system works continuously while sewing.
USEFUL FUNCTIONS Needle Position – Stitch Placement b Set “Needle Position – Stitch Placement” to “ON” or “OFF”. c Press When the “Needle Position – Stitch Placement” is on, the needle will be partially lowered for precise stitch placement and then press the “Needle Position” button to lower the needle completely. Each press of the “Needle Position” button changes the needle to the next position.
USEFUL FUNCTIONS d Sew your project. e When you are finished sewing, press CLOSE Press this key to close the screen. VIEW ANGLE again to unlock the screen settings. Each press of switches the built-in camera between a front view and an angled top view. CAUTION • If the screen is locked ( screen by pressing NEEDLE DROP POSITION ), unlock the Press . While the screen is locked, no other key can be operated. • The settings are unlocked when the machine is turned off and on.
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Chapter 3 Utility Stitches SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ......................78 Heirloom .........................................................................119 ■ Stitch Selection Screens............................................................ 78 ■ Hemstitching (1) (Daisy Stitch) ...............................................119 ■ Hemstitching (2) (Drawn Work (1))........................................119 ■ Hemstitching (3) (Drawn Work (2))........................................
SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ■ Stitch Selection Screens There are 6 categories of Utility Stitches. If a page number such as appears, there is more than one stitch selection screen for that category.
SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ■ Using the Mirror Image Key Selecting a Stitch a Turn the main power to ON and press Depending on the type of utility stitch you select, you may be able to sew a horizontal mirror image of the stitch. If to display the utility stitches. is lit when you select a stitch, it will be possible to make a mirror image of the stitch. o Either “1-01 Straight stitch (Left)” or “1-03 Straight stitch (Middle)” is selected, depending on the setting selected in the setting screen.
SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ■ Using the Image Key You can display an image of the selected stitch. You can check and change the colors of the image of the screen. a Press b Press to change the thread color of the stitch on the screen. * Press to display an enlarged image of the stitch. . o An image of the selected stitch is displayed. a a Stitch screen Memo • The color changes every time you press . • The units of the stitch display in mm.
SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES Saving Your Stitch Settings b Specify your preferred settings. The settings for the zigzag stitch width, stitch length, thread tension, automatic thread cutting, automatic reinforcement stitching, etc., are preset in the machine for each stitch. However, if you have specific settings that you wish to reuse later for a stitch, you can change the settings so that they can be saved for that stitch. Five sets of settings can be saved for a single stitch.
SELECTING UTILITY STITCHES ■ Retrieving Saved Settings a c Select a stitch. * Press the numbered key of the settings to be retrieved. Press to return to the original screen without retrieving settings. Memo • When a stitch is selected, the last settings retrieved are displayed. The last settings retrieved are retained even if the machine was turned off or a different stitch was selected. b Press . a a Numbered keys d Press .
SEWING THE STITCHES SEWING THE STITCHES Straight Stitches Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Stitch width [mm (inch)] Applications Stitch length [mm (inch)] Twin needle Manual Auto Manual 0.0 (0) 0.0 - 7.0 (0 - 1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2 - 5.0 (1/64 - 3/16) OK (J) General sewing, gather, pintuck, etc. Reinforcement stitch is sewn while pressing “Reverse/ Reinforcement Stitch” button. 0.0 (0) 0.0 - 7.0 (0 - 1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 0.2 - 5.
SEWING THE STITCHES a e Select a stitch. Press the “Start/Stop” button to sew forward. a Reverse stitches o The machine will begin sewing slowly. CAUTION b * c • Be sure the needle does not strike a basting pin, or any other objects, during sewing. The thread could tangle or the needle could break, causing injury. Attach presser foot “J”. Attach presser foot “N” when you select .
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Changing the Needle Position (Left or Middle Needle Position Stitches Only) When you select left or middle needle position stitches, you can use and in the stitch width display to change the position of the needle. Match the distance from the right edge of the presser foot to the needle with the stitch width, then align the edge of the presser foot with the edge of the fabric during sewing for an attractive finish.
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Aligning the Fabric with the Vertical Stitch Alignment “V” Foot d Grasp both sides of the needle plate cover, and then slide it toward you. Sew while keeping the right edge of the fabric aligned with a desired position of markings on the vertical stitch alignment “V” foot. You can also use the vertical stitch alignment “V” foot for setting a stitch width using the built-in camera (see page 138). a Needle plate cover e Grasp the bobbin case, and then pull it out.
SEWING THE STITCHES h i Insert the bobbin case in its original position, and then attach the needle plate cover. After reinstalling the needle plate cover, select any of the straight stitches. ■ Basting a Select b Press the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew reinforcement stitches, then continue sewing. Memo and attach presser foot “J”. • When using the straight stitch needle plate, all straight stitches become middle needle position stitches.
SEWING THE STITCHES e Dart Seam a Select b Sew a reverse stitch at the beginning of the dart and then sew from the wide end to the other end without stretching the fabric. * Iron the dart to one side so that it is flat. and attach presser foot “J”. If automatic reinforcement stitching is preset, a reinforcement stitch will automatically be sewn at the beginning of sewing. Gathering Use on waists of skirts, sleeves of shirts, etc. a Select a straight stitch and attach presser foot “J”.
SEWING THE STITCHES c Pull the bobbin and upper threads out by 50 mm (approx. 1-15/16 inches) (see page 45). Flat Fell Seam Use for reinforcing seams and finishing edges neatly. a Select b Sew the finish line, then cut half of the seam allowance from the side on which the flat fell seam will lie. * When the automatic thread cutting and automatic reinforcement stitching are preset, reinforcement stitches will be sewn automatically at the beginning of sewing.
SEWING THE STITCHES e Fold the longer seam allowance around the shorter one, and sew the edge of the fold. d * Sew a straight stitch along the fold. When the automatic thread cutting and automatic reinforcement stitching are preset, reinforcement stitches will be sewn automatically at the beginning of sewing. Press the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button to sew a reinforcement stitch and trim the thread automatically at the end of sewing.
SEWING THE STITCHES Zigzag Stitches Zigzag stitches are useful for overcasting, appliqué, patchwork, and many other applications. Select a stitch, and attach presser foot “J”. If the stitch which you select has a double mark “ ” at the top of the key display, you can sew reverse stitches by holding the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button.
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Patchwork (for Crazy Quilt) Turn back the desired width of fabric and position it over the lower fabric, then sew so that the stitch bridges both pieces of fabric. ■ Sewing Curves (Using a Zigzag Stitch) Shorten the stitch length setting to obtain a fine stitch. Sew slowly, keeping the seams parallel with the fabric edge as you guide the fabric around the curve. c * Snap the cord guide bobbin cover into place, making sure that the gimp thread can be fed freely.
SEWING THE STITCHES Elastic Zigzag Stitches Use elastic zigzag stitches for tape attaching, overcasting, darning, or a wide variety of other uses. Stitch a Stitch name Presser foot Stitch width [mm (inch)] Applications Stitch length [mm (inch)] Twin needle Auto Manual Auto Manual 2 steps elastic zigzag Overcasting (medium weight and stretch fabrics), tape and elastic 5.0 (3/16) 1.5 - 7.0 (1/16 - 1/4) 1.0 (1/16) 0.2 - 4.
SEWING THE STITCHES Overcasting Use for the edge of seams in skirts or trousers, and the edge of all cuttings. Use presser foot “G”, presser foot “J”, or the side cutter attachment depending on the kind of overcasting stitch you select.
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Overcasting Using Presser Foot “J” Stitch Stitch name Overcasting stitch Stitch width [mm (inch)] Applications Reinforced seaming of stretch fabric Overcasting stitch Reinforcing of medium stretch fabric and heavyweight fabric, decorative stitching Overcasting stitch Reinforcement of stretch fabric or decorative stitching Overcasting stitch Stretch knit seam Stitch length [mm (inch)] Twin needle Auto Manual Auto Manual 5.0 (3/16) 0.0 - 7.0 (0 - 9/32) 2.5 (3/32) 0.
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Overcasting Using the Side Cutter By using the side cutter, you can do overcasting while cutting the fabric. CAUTION • Recommended stitches are noted “S” in the lower right corner, therefore sure to only select one of these stitches listed below. Using another stitch may cause the needle to hit the presser foot and break, possibly causing injury.
SEWING THE STITCHES e Position the side cutter so that the side cutter pin is aligned with the notch in the presser foot holder, and then lower the presser foot. a Notch in presser foot holder b Pin o The side cutter is attached. f Position the fabric so that the right side of the cut is on top of the guide plate and the left side of the cut is underneath the presser foot.
SEWING THE STITCHES i Lower the presser foot and start. ■ When Sewing Straight Stitches While Using the Side Cutter The seam margin should be approximately 5 mm (approx. 3/16 inch). o A seam allowance is cut while the stitching is sewn. CAUTION • When using the side cutter, sew between low and mid-speed and do not touch the knives or operation lever of the side cutter while sewing to avoid equipment damage or injury.
SEWING THE STITCHES Quilting You can make beautiful quilts quickly and easily with this machine. When making a quilt, you will find it convenient to use the knee lifter and foot controller to free your hands for other tasks (“Using the Foot Controller” on page 61 and /or “Using the Knee Lifter” on page 71). The 30 quilting stitches Q-01 through Q-30 and the utility stitches with “P” or “Q” indicated on their key are useful for quilting.
SEWING THE STITCHES Stitch width [mm (inch)] Presser foot Stitch Stitch name Applications Twin needle Auto Manual Auto Manual 7.00 (1/4) 1.00 - 7.0 (1/16 - 1/4) 1.6 (1/16) 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) NO 5.00 (3/16) 0.00 - 7.00 (0 - 1/4) 4.0 (3/16) 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) NO 5.50 0.00 - 7.00 (0 - 1/4) 1.4 0.2 - 4.0 (1/61 - 3/16) NO 5.00 (3/16) 1.50 - 7.00 (1/16 - 1/4) 2.0 0.2 - 4.0 (1/64 - 3/16) NO 5.00 (3/16) 0.00 - 7.00 (0 - 1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) NO 5.
SEWING THE STITCHES Stitch width [mm (inch)] Presser foot Stitch Stitch name Piecing stitch (Left) Hand-look quilting Stitch length [mm (inch)] Applications Piecework/patchwork 6.5 mm (approx.
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Piecing ■ Quilting Sewing two pieces of fabric together is called piecing. When cutting pieces for quilt blocks, make sure the seam allowance is 6.5 mm (approx. 1/4 inch). a Select or and attach presser foot “J”. b Align the edge of the fabric with the edge of the presser foot, and start sewing. * To sew a 6.5 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) seam allowance along the left edge of the presser foot with selected, the width should be set to 5.50 mm (approx. 7/32 inch).
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Appliqué a Trace the pattern onto the appliqué fabric and then cut around it, leaving a 3 to 5 mm (approx. 1/8 to 3/16 inch) seam allowance. d Select e Use the quilting appliqué stitch to attach the appliqué. Sew around the edge while dropping the needle as close to the edge as possible. and attach presser foot “J”. 3 a Seam allowance: 3 to 5 mm (approx.
SEWING THE STITCHES You can use the appliqué technique to attach appliqué designs like the three pictured below. d Press to use the speed control slide to control the stitch width. e Set the width control to “ON”. a Dresden plate b Stained glass c Sunbonnet sue ■ Quilting with Satin Stitches For better fabric control, use the foot controller to sew with satin stitches. Set the speed control slide to control the stitch width to make subtle changes in the stitch width during sewing.
SEWING THE STITCHES Example: Changing the width Memo • When starting to sew, the internal sensor detects the thickness of the fabric, and the quilting foot is raised to the height specified in the machine settings screen. Press to display “Free Motion Foot Height” on 2/7 of the settings screen. Press or to select the height that the quilting foot is raised above the fabric. Increase the setting by pressing example, when sewing very stretchy fabric, so that it is easier to sew.
SEWING THE STITCHES c Press to set the machine to free motion sewing mode. d Remove the presser foot holder (see page 55). e Attach free motion quilting foot “C” at the front with the presser foot holder screw aligned with the notch in the quilting foot. a Presser foot holder screw b Notch Note • Make sure that the quilting foot is attached properly and not slanted.
SEWING THE STITCHES h Press to cancel the free motion sewing mode. → Rotate the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to raise the feed dogs. i After sewing, make sure to remove the straight stitch needle plate and presser foot “C”, and reinstall the regular needle plate and the needle plate cover.
SEWING THE STITCHES b Select a stitch. f Memo • When stitch Q-01 or 1-31 is selected, free motion quilting foot “C” is indicated in the upper-left corner of the screen. When the other stitches are selected, free motion open toe quilting foot “O” is indicated in the screen. c Remove the presser foot holder (see page 55).
SEWING THE STITCHES CAUTION • With free motion quilting, control the feeding speed of the fabric to match the sewing speed. If the fabric is moved faster than the sewing speed, the needle may break or other damage may result. c Follow the steps on page 54 “Removing the Presser Foot” to remove the presser foot. d Remove the presser foot holder (see page 55) and the screw.
SEWING THE STITCHES g Using the measurement on the quilting foot as a guide, sew around the motif. a 6.4 mm (approx. 1/4 inch) Finished project h Press to cancel the free motion sewing mode. o Rotate the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to raise the feed dogs.
SEWING THE STITCHES Blind Hem Stitches Secure the bottoms of skirts and pants with a blind hem. Two stitches are available for blind hem stitching. Stitch Stitch name Blind hem stitch Blind hem stitch stretch Presser foot Stitch width [mm (inch)] Applications Manual Auto Manual 0.0 (0) +3.0 - -3.0 (+1/8 - -1/8) 2.0 (1/16) 1.0 - 3.5 (1/16 - 1/8) NO 0.0 (0) +3.0 - -3.0 (+1/8 - -1/8) 2.0 (1/16) 1.0 - 3.
SEWING THE STITCHES e Unfold the edge of fabric, and position the fabric with the wrong side facing up. * a b c Seen from the side Wrong side of fabric Basting line Bottom edge of fabric f Attach blind hem foot “R”. g Select or j Position the fabric with the edge of the folded hem against the guide of the presser foot, and then lower the presser foot lever. a Wrong side of fabric b Fold of hem c Guide k Adjust the stitch width until the needle slightly catches the fold of the hem. .
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ If the Needle Catches Too Much of the Hem Fold Appliqué The needle is too far to the left. Press to decrease the stitch width so that the a needle slightly catches the fold of the hem. * Use a temporary spray adhesive, fabric glue or a basting stitch to attach the appliqué to the fabric. This will keep the fabric from moving during sewing. 3 a Wrong side of fabric b Right side of fabric The needle is too far to the right.
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Appliqué Sharp Curves Stop the machine with the needle in the fabric outside the appliqué. Raise the presser foot and turn the fabric a little bit at a time while sewing for an attractive finish to the seam. Shelltuck Stitches Shelltuck stitches give an attractive appearance of shells along the curve of a collar. This stitch pattern can be used for edging the neckline or sleeves of dresses and blouses. a Select .
SEWING THE STITCHES d Attach presser foot “J”. Set the needle drop point slightly off the edge of the fabric, and start sewing. Scallop Stitches This wave-shaped satin stitch is called the scallop stitch. Use this stitch to decorate the edges of blouse collars and handkerchiefs or use it as a hem accent. Memo • A temporary spray adhesive may be necessary for lightweight fabrics. Test sew the fabric before sewing a project. a Select .
SEWING THE STITCHES Crazy Quilting For a decorative look called “Crazy Quilting”, the following stitches can be sewn on top of a pressed seam allowance. Select a straight stitch and attach presser a foot “J”. With the right sides facing each other, sew b two pieces of fabric together, and then press open the seam allowance. a b c d Smocking Stitches Use smocking stitches for decorative sewing on clothes, etc. a Select a straight stitch and attach presser foot “J”. b Set the stitch length to 4.
SEWING THE STITCHES g Sew the spaces between the straight seams. c Attach presser foot “J”. Align the center of the presser foot with the middle of the space between the fabrics and begin sewing. h Pull out the straight stitch threads. 3 a Basting stitches Memo • Use a thick thread. When sewing is finished, gently tear the paper away.
SEWING THE STITCHES c Sew two rows of straight stitches on the right side of the fabric, then pull the bobbin thread to create the necessary gather. f Sew over the tape (or elastic). Memo • Before sewing the straight stitch, rotate the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) and pull up the bobbin thread. Holding the top and bobbin thread, pull a length of thread out from the rear of the machine. (Be sure that the presser foot is raised.
SEWING THE STITCHES c Heirloom ■ Hemstitching (1) (Daisy Stitch) Start sewing. Example: Illustration of finished product Use for sewing tablecloths, decorative hems, and decorative stitching on shirt fronts. Memo • Use a light to medium weight homespun fabric with a little stiffness. a * Insert a type 130/705H, size 100/16 Wing needle. This specialty sewing needle is not furnished with your machine. Must be purchased separately.
SEWING THE STITCHES d Press to create a mirror image of the c Sew the decorative stitch in the center of the five threads created above. stitch. e Match beginning needle drop points on the opposite edge of the open area to keep the stitching symmetrical. Memo • A wing needle can be used for Hemstitching (3). ■ Hemstitching (3) (Drawn Work (2)) a * Pull out several threads from both sides of the 4 mm (approx. 3/16 inch) area which are not yet open.
SEWING THE STITCHES One-step Buttonholes With one-step buttonholes, you can make buttonholes appropriate to the size of your button. Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Stitch width [mm (inch)] Applications Stitch length [mm (inch)] Twin needle Manual Auto Manual 5.0 (3/16) 3.0 - 5.0 (1/8 - 3/16) 0.4 (1/64) 0.2 - 1.0 (1/64 - 1/16) NO 5.5 (7/32) 3.5 - 5.5 (1/8 - 7/32) 0.4 (1/64) 0.2 - 1.0 (1/64 - 1/16) NO 5.0 (3/16) 3.0 - 5.0 (1/8 - 3/16) 0.4 (1/64) 0.2 - 1.0 (1/64 - 1/16) NO 5.
SEWING THE STITCHES One-step buttonholes are sewn from the front of the presser foot to the back, as shown below. a Reinforcement stitching a Select a buttonhole stitch, and attach buttonhole foot “A”. b Mark the position and length of the buttonhole on the fabric. c Pull out the button holder plate on the presser foot, and insert the button that will be put through the buttonhole. Then tighten the button holder plate around the button.
SEWING THE STITCHES e Note Memo • Pass the thread underneath the presser foot. • Slide the outside frame of the buttonhole foot backward as far as possible as shown in the illustration, making sure that there is no gap behind the part of the foot marked “A”. If the buttonhole foot is not slid back as far as possible, the buttonhole will not be sewn at the correct size.
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Sewing Stretch Fabrics When sewing on stretch fabric with or , sew the buttonhole stitches over a gimp thread. a Hook the gimp thread onto the back of presser foot “A”. Insert the ends into the grooves at the front of the presser foot, and then temporarily tie them there. a Upper thread b Lower the presser foot and start sewing.
SEWING THE STITCHES Four-step Buttonholes You can sew 4-step buttonholes using the following 4 stitches together. You can sew any desired length for the buttonhole when using 4-step buttonholes. 4-step buttonholes are a good option when attaching oversize buttons. Note • When changing the stitch settings, make sure that all stitch settings are changed to match.
SEWING THE STITCHES b Attach monogramming foot “N”, and select stitch f to sew the left side of the Select stitch to sew the right side of the buttonhole, and press the “Start/Stop” button to begin sewing. buttonhole. g * h Sew the right side of the buttonhole and press the “Start/Stop” button again. Sew the right side of the buttonhole the same length as the left. Select stitch to sew the bar tack and then press the “Start/Stop” button.
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Darning Use darning stitches for mending and other applications. Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Darning Darning Applications Darning medium weight fabric Darning heavyweight fabric Stitch width [mm (inch)] Stitch length [mm (inch)] Twin needle Auto Manual Auto Manual 7.0 (1/4) 2.5 - 7.0 (3/32 - 1/4) 2.0 (1/16) 0.4 - 2.5 (1/64 - 1/16) NO 7.0 (1/4) 2.5 - 7.0 (3/32 - 1/4) 2.0 (1/16) 0.4 - 2.
SEWING THE STITCHES c Check that the needle drops at the desired position and lower the presser foot, making sure the upper thread passes underneath the buttonhole foot. Note • Pass the thread underneath the presser foot. • Set the presser foot so that there is no gap behind the section marked with an “A” (the shaded area in the illustration below). If there is a gap, the size of the darning will not be correct.
SEWING THE STITCHES Bar Tacks Use bar tacks to reinforce areas that will be subject to strain, such as pocket corners. Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Bar tack Stitch width [mm (inch)] Applications Reinforcement at opening of pocket, etc. a Select b Attach buttonhole foot “A” and set the scale to the length of the bar tack you wish to sew. . c Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 2.0 (1/16) 1.0 - 3.0 (1/16 - 1/8) 0.4 (1/64) 0.3 - 1.
SEWING THE STITCHES e Lower the buttonhole lever so that it is positioned behind the metal bracket on the buttonhole foot. ■ Bar Tacks on Thick Fabrics Place a piece of folded fabric or cardboard beside the fabric being sewn to level the buttonhole foot and allow for easier and even feeding. a Presser foot b Thick paper c Fabric Memo a Metal bracket f Gently hold the end of the upper thread and begin sewing.
SEWING THE STITCHES Button Sewing Buttons with 2 or 4 holes can be attached, using the machine. Stitch Stitch name Presser foot Button sewing Stitch width [mm (inch)] Applications Attaching buttons Stitch length [mm (inch)] Auto Manual Auto Manual 3.5 (1/8) 2.5 - 4.5 (3/32 - 3/16) — — Twin needle NO Note • Do not use the automatic thread cutting function when sewing buttons. Otherwise, you will lose the thread ends. a Select . d o The feed dogs are lowered automatically.
SEWING THE STITCHES ■ Attaching 4 Hole Buttons Sew the two holes closest to you. Then raise the presser foot and move the fabric so that the needle goes into the next two holes, and sew them in the same way. ■ Attaching a Shank to the Button a Pull the shank lever toward you before sewing. a Shank lever b Pull the two ends of the upper thread between the button and the fabric, wind them around the shank, and then tie them firmly together.
SEWING THE STITCHES Eyelet Use this stitch for making belt holes and other similar applications. Stitch Presser foot Stitch name Eyelet Select b Use Auto For making eyelets, holes on belts, etc. Star eyelet a Stitch width [mm (inch)] Applications — d . Auto Manual 7.0 7.0 6.0 5.0 7.0 7.0 6.0 5.0 (1/4) (1/4 15/64 3/16) (1/4) (1/4 15/64 3/16) For making star-shaped eyelets on holes.
SEWING THE STITCHES Multi-directional Sewing (Straight Stitch and Zigzag Stitch) b Select and attach monogramming foot “N”. Use these stitch patterns to attach patches or emblems to pant legs, shirt sleeves, etc. a Remove the flat bed attachment to use the free-arm. Memo • Insert the tubular piece of fabric onto the free-arm, and then sew in the order shown in the illustration. Memo • For details on each stitch, refer to the “STITCH SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual.
SEWING THE STITCHES d * Select and sew seam “2” as shown. The fabric will move sideways, guide the fabric by hand to keep sewing straight. Zipper Insertion ■ Centered Zipper Use for bags and other such applications. a e Select Select . 3 and sew seam “3” as shown. Utility Stitches Memo • For details on each stitch, refer to the “STITCH SETTING CHART” at the end of this manual. o The fabric feeds forward while stitching backward. f Select and sew seam “4” as shown.
SEWING THE STITCHES c Press the seam allowance open and attach the zipper with a basting stitch in the middle of each side of the zipper tape. e Topstitch 7 to 10 mm (approx. 1/4 to 3/8 inch) from the seamed edge of the fabric, then remove the basting. a Basting stitches b Zipper c Wrong side Remove presser foot “J”. Align the right d side of the pin in zipper foot “I” with the presser foot holder, and attach the zipper foot. CAUTION • Make sure the needle does not strike the zipper during sewing.
SEWING THE STITCHES b Attach presser foot “J” and sew straight stitches up to the zipper opening. Change to a basting stitch and sew to the top of the fabric. a b c d Press the seam allowance open and align the folded hem along the teeth of the zipper, while maintaining 3 mm (approx. 1/8 inch) of sewing space. a b c d e d Zipper pull tab Wrong side of fabric Zipper teeth End of zipper opening 3 mm (approx.
SEWING THE STITCHES i Close the zipper, turn the fabric over, and sew a basting stitch. a b c d j * Front of the skirt (wrong side of fabric) Basting stitches Front of the skirt (right side of fabric) Back of the skirt (right side of fabric) Remove the presser foot, and reattach it so that the left side of the pin is attached to the presser foot holder. When sewing the left side of the zipper, the needle should drop on the right side of the presser foot.
SEWING THE STITCHES b Note Attach the vertical stitch alignment foot “V”. • Clean stitching cannot be sewn if this function is used when the edge of the fabric has corners as shown below. CAUTION parameters are set to “ON”, c 3 Peel off the transparent sheet of the edge sewing sheet. Utility Stitches • When edge sewing using the built-in camera, make sure that the room is evenly lit.
SEWING THE STITCHES d Place the edge sewing sheet on top of the needle plate cover. e Press . Align the guides on the edge sewing sheet with the sides of the needle plate cover, and then adjust the position of the edge sewing sheet so that its cutout aligns with the edges of the opening for the feed dogs. Position the edge sewing sheet so that there is no gap between it and the edges of the opening for the feed dogs.
SEWING THE STITCHES Note • Before pressing , install the vertical stitch alignment foot “V” and position the edge sewing sheet; otherwise, the built-in camera cannot detect the fabric. If is pressed before the edge sewing sheet is positioned, the message shown in step f appears again. i * Check that the built-in camera is correctly detecting the fabric. Press to change the colors of the fabric edge indicator line and starting point according to the color of the fabric.
SEWING THE STITCHES When the Fabric Edge Indicator Line Does Not Appear Note • If a straight part of fabric edge indicator line (shown below) does not follow the edge of the fabric, edge sewing cannot be sewn correctly. The built-in camera cannot detect the edge of the fabric. a b Press , and then perform the procedure again starting with step a.
SEWING THE STITCHES Example: When a straight stitch is selected (example: ) k Lower the presser foot. o The distance from the edge of the fabric to the seam is set. Memo • If the knee lifter is used to lower the presser foot, the fabric can be held in place with both hands so the fabric does not move when the presser foot is lowered. a b c d Middle needle position Stitching Edge of fabric Width of edge sewing Note l Press the “Start/Stop” button to start edge sewing.
SEWING THE STITCHES m When sewing is between 1 and 2 cm (about 3/8 and 3/4 inch) from the edge of the fabric, sewing stops automatically and the following message appears. To stop sewing, press * . When this message appears, edge sewing (with the seam wizard function) is canceled. Note • To continue sewing to the edge of the fabric, do not press when the message shown above appears. With the above message displayed, press the “Start/Stop” button to sew.
Chapter 4 Character/Decorative Stitches SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS...............................................................................................146 ■ Stitch Selection Screens....................................................................................................................................... 147 Selecting Decorative Stitch Patterns/7mm Decorative Stitch Patterns/Satin Stitch Patterns/7mm Satin Stitch Patterns/ Cross Stitch/Utility Decorative Stitch Patterns ...............
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS Press , then to display the screen below. a b c d e f g h i j k l a b c d e f g h i n m Decorative stitch patterns 7mm decorative stitch patterns. You can set stitch length and width. Satin stitch patterns 7mm satin stitch patterns. You can set stitch length and width.
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS ■ Stitch Selection Screens There are 9 categories of Character/Decorative stitch patterns. If a page number such as appears, there is more than one stitch selection screen for that category.
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS Selecting Decorative Stitch Patterns/7mm Decorative Stitch Patterns/Satin Stitch Patterns/7mm Satin Stitch Patterns/ Cross Stitch/Utility Decorative Stitch Patterns a Select the category of the pattern you want to sew. b Press the key of the stitch pattern you want to sew. * Press to view the next page. * Press to view the previous page. * Touch the bar that appears between Alphabet Characters Example: Entering “Blue Sky”. a Press , or to select a font.
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS c Press and then enter “B”. e Press to enter a space. 4 Press and then enter “lue”. f Press again and enter “S”. a Character/Decorative Stitches d a Jumping stitch * Remove the jumping stitches after sewing.
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS g * Press and then enter “ky”. If you want to continue entering characters in a different font, press , and then repeat from step a. ■ Deleting Characters a Press b Select the correct character. ■ Adjusting the Character Spacing The space between the characters can be adjusted. a Press . to delete the last character. o The character spacing window appears. Memo • Characters are deleted individually starting with the last character entered.
SELECTING STITCH PATTERNS b Press to adjust character spacing. 4 * to increase the character spacing and press to decrease the character spacing. Example: * Each setting equals a specific distance between characters. Value mm 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 0 0.18 0.36 0.54 0.72 0.9 1.08 1.26 1.44 1.62 1.8 Character/Decorative Stitches Press Memo • The default setting is “0”. No number less than “0” can be set. • Changing character spacing by this method, pertains to all characters.
SEWING STITCH PATTERNS SEWING STITCH PATTERNS Sewing Attractive Finishes To achieve attractive results when sewing character/decorative stitches, check the table below for the proper fabric/needle/thread combinations. Note • Other factors, such as fabric thickness, stabilizer material, etc., also have an effect on the stitch, so you should always sew a few trial stitches before beginning your project.
SEWING STITCH PATTERNS Memo Note • If the fabric is pulled or pushed during sewing, the pattern may not turn out correctly. Also, depending on the pattern, there may be movement to the left and right as well as front and back. Guide the fabric with your hand to keep the fabric feeding straight and even during sewing.
SEWING STITCH PATTERNS b Attach monogramming foot “N” and sew the pattern. * If the pattern is bunched: Press in the “Fine Adjust Verti.” display. o The displayed value increases each time the button is pressed and the pattern will lengthen. * If the pattern has gaps: Press in the “Fine Adjust Verti.” display. o The displayed value decreases each time the button is pressed and the pattern will shorten. c Compare the finished pattern to the illustration of the correct pattern below.
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS EDITING STITCH PATTERNS ■ Key Functions You can create just the finish you want using the editing functions. Make patterns larger or smaller, make mirror images, etc. Note • Some editing functions cannot be used with certain stitch patterns. Only the functions for the displayed keys are available when a pattern is selected.
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS No. a Display Key Name Pattern display size Explanation Show the approximate size of the pattern selected. Page 79 : Nearly the same size as the sewn pattern : 1/2 the size of the sewn pattern : 1/4 the size of the sewn pattern * b Pivot key The actual size of the sewn pattern may differ depending on the type of fabric and thread that is used. Press this key to select the pivot setting.
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Changing the Size Select a stitch pattern, then press to change the size of the stitch pattern. The stitch pattern will be sewn in the size highlighted on the key. Memo • If you continue entering stitch patterns after changing the size, those patterns will also be sewn in that size. • You cannot change the size of combined stitch patterns once the stitch pattern is entered. Actual Stitch Pattern Size * 4 The size differs depending on the fabric and threads.
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image To create a horizontal mirror image, select a stitch pattern then press . Changing Thread Density (for Satin Stitch Patterns Only) After selecting a satin stitch pattern, press select your preferred thread density. to Sewing a Pattern Continuously Press to select continuous sewing or single stitch sewing. CAUTION • If the stitches bunch when thread density is changed to , return the thread density to .
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Returning to the Beginning of the Pattern Memo • If this key is pressed when sewing is stopped, patterns can be added at the end of a combined stitch pattern. (In this example, “!” is added.) When sewing character/decorative stitches, you can return to the beginning of the pattern after trial sewing or when the stitching is sewn incorrectly. a Press the “Start/Stop” button to stop the machine, and then press .
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS Checking the Image c Press to display the enlarged image. You can display an approximate size image of the selected stitch pattern. You can also check and change the colors of the image on the screen. a Press a . a Displays the approximate size of the pattern d Use / / / to view any part of the image that extends out of the viewable display area. o An image of the selected pattern is displayed.
EDITING STITCH PATTERNS e Press to return to the original screen. Memo • You can also sew from this screen when the presser foot symbol is displayed. • Image of some patterns will display in default size only.
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS You can combine many varieties of stitch patterns, such as character stitches, cross stitches, satin stitches, or stitches you design with MY CUSTOM STITCH™ function (see chapter 7 for information about MY CUSTOM STITCH™). You can also combine stitch patterns of different sizes, mirror image stitch patterns, and others. Before Combining Single stitch sewing is automatically selected for sewing combined patterns.
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS b Select . d Press . 4 Press . e Select . Character/Decorative Stitches c o The display returns to the stitch selection screen.
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS f Press to sew the pattern continuously. g Press . b Press again, then press the small size. o The pattern is displayed in a smaller size. Memo • Patterns are deleted individually starting with the last pattern entered by pressing c Press to sew continuously. . Combining Large and Small Stitch Patterns Example: o The entered pattern is repeated. a Press . o The large size stitch will be selected.
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS Combining Horizontal Mirror Image Stitch Patterns c Press . Example: 4 a Press . o The entered pattern is repeated. Press again, then press . Combining Stitch Patterns of Different Length Example: a Press , then press Character/Decorative Stitches b once. o The length of the image is set to . o The pattern is flipped along a vertical axis.
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS b Select again, then press 3 times. Making Step Stitch Patterns (for 7mm Satin Stitch Patterns Only) You can use the keys with 7mm satin stitch patterns to create a step effect. Stitch patterns sewn so that they create a step effect are called step stitch patterns. * Press to move the stitch pattern a distance equal to half of the stitch pattern’s size to the left. * Press to move the stitch pattern a distance equal to half of the stitch pattern’s size to the right.
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS a Press . b Press . e Press . o The next stitch pattern will move to the right. c Press again. 4 o The entered pattern is repeated. Character/Decorative Stitches d Press . o The next stitch pattern will move to the left.
COMBINING STITCH PATTERNS ■ More Examples o Press o Press 168 o o Press o o o o o o o o . o o Press o . . o o o o o o .
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Stitch Data Precautions Observe the following precautions when using stitch data other than that created and saved in this machine. ■ Types of Stitch Data that can be Used • In the Character/Decorative Stitch memory, “.pmx” and “.pmu” stitch data files can be used with this machine. “.pmu” stitch data files can be retrieved; however, when the machine is used to save the file, it is saved as a “.pmx” stitch data file.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION ■ Trademarks • • • • • • • • Secure Digital (SD) Card is a registered trademark or a trademark of SD Card Association. CompactFlash is a registered trademark or a trademark of Sandisk Corporation. Memory Stick is a registered trademark or a trademark of Sony Corporation. Smart Media is a registered trademark or a trademark of Toshiba Corporation. Multi Media Card (MMC) is a registered trademark or a trademark of Infineon Technologies AG.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Saving Stitch Patterns in the Machine’s Memory b * Press Press . to return to the original screen without saving. You can save often used stitch patterns in the machine’s memory. A total of about 1 MB of stitch patterns can be saved in the machine's memory. Note • Do not turn the main power to OFF while the “Saving” screen is displayed. You will lose the stitch pattern you are saving. Memo • It takes a few seconds to save a stitch pattern.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION ■ If the Memory is Full If the following screen appears while you are trying to save a pattern on the machine’s memory, the memory is too full to hold the currently selected stitch pattern. To save the stitch pattern in the machine’s memory, you have to delete a previously saved stitch pattern. a * Press Press b Choose a stitch pattern to delete. * Press if you decide not to delete the stitch pattern. . to return to the original screen a without saving.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION d * Press . If you decide not to delete the stitch pattern, press . 4 Character/Decorative Stitches o The machine deletes the stitch pattern, then automatically saves the new stitch pattern.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Saving Stitch Patterns to USB Media b Insert the USB media into the primary (top) USB port on the machine. When sending stitch patterns from the machine to USB media, plug the USB media into the machine’s top USB port. Memo • USB media is commercially available, but some USB media may not be usable with this machine. Please visit our website for more details.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION c * Press Press . to return to the original screen without Saving Stitch Patterns in the Computer saving. Using the included USB cable, the machine can be connected to your computer, and the stitch patterns can be temporarily retrieved from and saved in the “Removable Disk” folder in your computer. Note • Do not turn the main power to OFF while the “Saving” screen is displayed. You will lose the stitch pattern you are saving.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION c Press . e Select the stitch pattern’s .pmx file and copy the file to the computer. Note • Do not turn off the machine while the “Saving” screen is showing. You may lose the data. Retrieving Stitch Patterns from the Machine’s Memory d * Press Press . to return to the original screen without a Press . saving. o The pocket selection screen appears. o The stitch pattern will be temporarily saved to “Removable Disk” under “Computer (My computer)”.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION b Choose a stitch pattern to retrieve. * If the entire saved stitch pattern is not displayed, press the thumbnail. * Press to return to the original screen without saving. Recalling from USB Media You can recall a specific stitch pattern from either direct USB media or a folder in the USB media. If the stitch pattern is in a folder, check each folder to find the stitch pattern. a Insert the USB Media into the primary (top) USB port on the machine (see page 174).
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION c Press when there is a subfolder to d Press the key of the stitch pattern you want to recall. e Press sort two or more stitch patterns to USB media, the stitch pattern in the subfolder is displayed. * Press to return to the original screen without recalling. a c * Press . to delete the stitch pattern. The pattern will be deleted from the USB media. b a Folder name b Stitch patterns in a folder show only the first pattern of any combined patterns.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Recalling from the Computer a Plug the USB cable connector into the corresponding USB ports for the computer and for the machine (see page 175). b On the computer, open “Computer (My computer)” then go to “Removable Disk”. d Press . o The stitch patterns in the computer are displayed on the selection screen. c Move/copy the pattern data to “Removable Disk”. e Press the key of the stitch pattern you want to recall. Press recalling.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION f * Press Press . to delete the stitch pattern. The pattern will be deleted from the “Removable Disk” folder in your computer. o The selected stitch pattern is recalled and the sewing screen will be displayed. Note • The pattern recalled from the computer is only temporarily written to the machine. It is erased from the machine when the machine is turned off.
Chapter 5 Embroidery BEFORE EMBROIDERING ..................................... 182 Embroidery Step by Step .........................................................182 Attaching Embroidery Foot “W” .............................................183 Attaching the Embroidery Unit ...............................................184 ■ About the Embroidery Unit ............................................................. 184 ■ Removing the Embroidery Unit .......................................................
BEFORE EMBROIDERING BEFORE EMBROIDERING Embroidery Step by Step Follow the steps below to prepare the machine for embroidery. Step 9 Step 6, 8 Step 3 Step 4 Step 1, 2 Step 7 Step # Step 5 Aim Action Page 1 Presser foot attachment Attach embroidery foot “W”. 183 2 Checking the needle Use needle 75/11 for embroidery. * 58 3 Embroidery unit attachment Attach the embroidery unit. 184 4 Bobbin thread setup For the bobbin thread, wind embroidery bobbin thread and set it in place.
BEFORE EMBROIDERING Attaching Embroidery Foot “W” o Press o o d Push the black button on the presser foot holder and remove the presser foot. o in this order to display a video example of attaching embroidery foot “W” (see page 34). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation. CAUTION • When attaching a presser foot, always press on the screen. You may accidentally press the “Start/Stop” button and possibly cause injury. • Be sure to use embroidery foot “W” when doing embroidery.
BEFORE EMBROIDERING g Hold the embroidery foot in place with your right hand, and then use the included screwdriver to securely tighten the presser foot holder screw. Note • You can also sew utility/decorative stitches with the embroidery unit attached. Touch and • • • CAUTION • Use the included screwdriver to firmly tighten the screw of the presser foot holder. If the screw is loose, the needle may strike the presser foot and possibly cause injury. h Press • .
BEFORE EMBROIDERING c Turn the main power to ON. d Press o The following message will appear. c Hold down the release button, and pull the embroidery unit away from the machine. . o The carriage will move to the initialization position. a Release button CAUTION ■ Removing the Embroidery Unit a Press either or • Do not carry the embroidery unit by holding the release button compartment. 5 , then press o The carriage will move to the removal position. CAUTION Embroidery .
SELECTING PATTERNS SELECTING PATTERNS ■ Copyright Information The patterns stored in the sewing machine and embroidery cards are intended for private use only. Any public or commercial use of copyrighted patterns is an infringement of copyright law and is strictly prohibited. There are many character and decorative embroidery patterns stored in the machine’s memory (see the “QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE” for a full summary of patterns in the machine’s memory).
SELECTING PATTERNS ■ Pattern Selection Screens There are 7 categories of patterns in this machine. If a page number such as appears, there is more than one pattern selection screen for that category.
SELECTING PATTERNS Brother “Exclusives” Vintage designs Monogram designs New European designs Japanese designs Quilt designs 188
SELECTING PATTERNS Selecting Embroidery Patterns/ Brother “Exclusives”/Greek Alphabet Patterns/Floral Alphabet Patterns/Utility Embroidery Patterns a c Press to create a mirror image of the pattern as needed. * If a mistake has been made when selecting the pattern, press the key of the pattern you want to embroider and the new selection appears. Touch the key of the category of the pattern you want to embroider. 5 d Press . b Press the key of the pattern you want to embroider.
SELECTING PATTERNS e * Proceed to “VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN” on page 196 to embroider the pattern. b Press the key of the font you want to embroider. c Press to change the selection screens. To return to the previous screen to select another pattern, press . Selecting Alphabet Character Patterns Example: Entering “Blue Sky”. a Press . Memo • If you continue adding characters after changing the size, the new characters will be entered in the new size.
SELECTING PATTERNS d * Press and then enter “B”. Press g Press to enter a space. If you want to change the size of a character, select the character and then press to change the size. The size changes each time you press the key, from large to medium to small. If you make a mistake, press * mistake. If the pattern is too small to see clearly, you can use the Press key to check it. and enter “lue”. again and enter “S”.
SELECTING PATTERNS h Press and then enter “ky”. j * Proceed to “VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN” on page 196 to embroider the pattern. To return to the previous screen to select another pattern, press i Press . . Selecting Frame Patterns a o The sewing screen is displayed. 192 Press .
SELECTING PATTERNS b Press the key of the frame shape you want to embroider in the top part of the screen. d Press . a b a Frame shapes b Frame patterns o Various frame patterns are displayed at the bottom part of the screen. c If you make a mistake selecting the pattern, press the key of the pattern you want to embroider. o The selected pattern is displayed on the screen. e * Proceed to “VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN” on page 196 to embroider the pattern.
SELECTING PATTERNS Selecting Patterns from Embroidery Cards b * Insert the card completely into the card Reader/USB card writer module*. Insert the embroidery card so that the end with a printed arrow is facing up. ■ About Embroidery Card Reader (Sold Separately) and USB Card Writer Module* • Use only an embroidery card Reader designed for this machine. Using an unauthorized embroidery card Reader may cause your machine to operate incorrectly.
SELECTING PATTERNS Selecting Patterns from USB Media/Computer To recall patterns from the computer or USB media, see pages 252 through 255.
VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN f a g h i b c d j k e l a Shows the presser foot code. Attach embroidery foot “W” for all embroidery projects. When the foot presser symbol is displayed on the screen, you are able to sew. b Shows the boundary for embroidering with the extra large frame (30 cm u 20 cm (approx. 12 inches u 8 inches)). c Shows a preview of the selected pattern. d Shows the size of the selected pattern.
VIEWING THE SEWING SCREEN ■ Key Functions Using these keys, you can change the size of the pattern, rotate the pattern, etc. m s n r q p z Q o u t v No. Display Key Name w x y Explanation Page m Image key Press this key for a preview of the sewn image. 210 n Arrow keys Press an arrow key to move the pattern in the direction shown by the arrow. (Press the Center key to return the pattern to the center of the embroidery area.
PREPARING THE FABRIC PREPARING THE FABRIC CAUTION • Use fabrics with a thickness of less than 3 mm (approx. 1/8 inch). Using fabrics thicker than 3 mm (approx. 1/8 inch) may cause the needle to break. • When using layers with thicker batting etc., you can sew more attractive embroidery by adjusting the embroidery presser foot height in the embroidery settings screen (see below).
PREPARING THE FABRIC b Iron the iron-on stabilizer material to the wrong side of the fabric. a Fusible side of stabilizer b Fabric (wrong side) Memo • When embroidering on thin fabrics such as organdy or lawn, or on napped fabrics such as towel or corduroy, use water soluble stabilizer (sold separately) for best results. The water soluble stabilizer material will dissolve completely in water, giving the project a more attractive finish.
PREPARING THE FABRIC Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame ■ Types of Embroidery Frames Extra Large Quilt Medium Small Embroidery field 30 cm × 20 cm (approx. 12 inches × 8 inches) Embroidery field 20 cm × 20 cm (approx. 8 inches × 8 inches) Embroidery field 10 cm × 10 cm (approx. 4 inches × 4 inches) Embroidery field 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.
PREPARING THE FABRIC ■ Inserting the Fabric o Press o o c Slightly tighten the frame adjustment screw, and then remove the slack in the fabric by pulling on the edges and corners. Do not loosen the screw. d Gently stretch the fabric taut, and tighten the frame adjustment screw to keep the fabric from loosening after stretching. o in this order to display a video example of hoping the fabric in the embroidery frame (see page 34). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation.
PREPARING THE FABRIC e Return the frame adjustment screw to its initial position. b Place the embroidery sheet on the inner frame. Align the guide lines on the embroidery sheet with the mark you made on the fabric. Memo • You can use the included screw driver when you loosen or tighten the frame adjustment screw. a Inner frame b Guide line c Gently stretch the fabric so there are no folds or wrinkles, and press the inner frame into the outer frame.
PREPARING THE FABRIC Embroidering Small Fabrics or Fabric Edges ■ Embroidering Ribbons or Tape Secure with double-sided tape or a temporary spray adhesive. Use an embroidery stabilizer to provide extra support. After embroidering, remove the stabilizer carefully. Attach the stabilizer as shown in the following examples. We recommend using a stabilizer for embroidery. ■ Embroidering Small Fabrics Use a temporary spray adhesive to adhere the small piece of fabric to the larger piece in the frame.
ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME o Press o o o in this order to display a video example of attaching the embroidery frame (see page 34). Follow the steps explained below to complete the operation. Note • Wind and insert the bobbin before attaching the embroidery frame. a Press the “Presser Foot Lifter” button to raise the presser foot. b Align the embroidery frame guide with the right edge of the embroidery frame holder.
ATTACHING THE EMBROIDERY FRAME ■ Removing the Embroidery Frame a Raise the frame-securing lever. b Pull the embroidery frame toward you.
CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION The pattern is normally positioned in the center of the embroidery frame. If the pattern needs to be repositioned for better placement on the garment, you can check the layout before starting embroidery. Affix the embroidery positioning sticker to a Using the Built-In Camera to the location in the fabric to be embroidered.
CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION b After selecting the pattern, press and then press , . c From the areas shown in the window, select the area containing the embroidery positioning sticker. 5 o A window appears so that the area containing the embroidery positioning sticker can be selected. Embroidery Note • If the embroidery positioning sticker is placed in the center of embroidery frame, select any of the four areas.
CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION d Press . e Following message appears. Press . o The built-in camera automatically searches for the embroidery positioning sticker, and then the carriage is moved so that the center of the embroidery pattern is aligned with the center of the embroidery positioning sticker. Regardless of the setting selected in the machine settings screen, the brightness of the light changes to “5” while the builtin camera searches for the embroidery positioning sticker.
CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION f A reminder message appears. Remove the embroidery positioning sticker from the . fabric, and press * To remove the embroidery positioning sticker more easily, press so that the embroidery frame moves slightly forward and away from under the needle. After the embroidery positioning sticker is removed, press Checking the Pattern Position The embroidery frame moves and shows the pattern position.
CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION b From , press the key for the position that you want to check. Previewing the Completed Pattern a Press . a a Selected position → The needle will move to the selected position on the pattern. Memo • To see the entire embroidering area, press . The embroidery frame moves and shows the embroidery area. CAUTION • Make sure the needle is up when the embroidery frame is moving. If the needle is down, it could break and result in injury. c 210 Press .
CONFIRMING THE PATTERN POSITION b Press to select the frame used in the preview. * Frames displayed in light gray cannot be selected. * Press * The pattern can be sewn as it appears in the following display. to enlarge the image of the pattern. 5 • You can begin sewing from this screen by pressing the “Start/Stop” button. c Press to return to the original screen.
SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN Sewing Attractive Finishes There are many factors that go into sewing beautiful embroidery. Using the appropriate stabilizer (see page 198) and hooping the fabric in the frame (see page 200) are two important factors mentioned earlier. Another important point is the appropriateness of the needle and thread being used. See the explanation of threads below. Included with this machine are two bobbin cases. Follow the explanation below.
SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN ■ Embroidery Needle Plate Cover Under some conditions, based on the type of fabric, stabilizer, or thread being used, there may be some looping in the upper thread. In this case, attach the included embroidery needle plate cover to the needle plate. Attach the cover by inserting the two projections on the underside of the cover into the notches on the needle plate as shown below.
SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN b Lower the presser foot, then press the “Start/Stop” button to start embroidering. After 5-6 stitches, press the “Start/Stop” button again to stop the machine. c Trim the excess thread at the end of the seam. If the end of the seam is under the presser foot, raise the presser foot, then trim the excess thread. d Press the “Start/Stop” button to start embroidering. o When the first color is completely sewn, the machine will automatically trim the threads and stop.
SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN c Sewing Embroidery Patterns Which Use Appliqué There are some patterns which call for an appliqué inside the pattern. Prepare the base fabric and the appliqué fabric (appliqué piece). * Remove the appliqué material from the embroidery frame, and then cut carefully along the stitching. After cutting, remove all of the stitching thread carefully. Carefully cut out the pattern on the outline you just sewed.
SEWING AN EMBROIDERY PATTERN f Apply a thin layer of adhesive or spray adhesive to the back of the appliqué piece and attach it to the appliqué position so that it follows the seam of the outline. Memo • If the appliqué material is a lightweight fabric, you may want to use a fusible web on the back to stabilize the fabric and for appliqué placement. Fuse appliqué in place with an iron. Do not remove fabric from the frame to iron the appliqué material. g Press the “Start/Stop” button.
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) Completed embroidery patterns combined with printed designs are built into this machine. Beautiful three-dimensional embroidered designs can be created by ironing a background onto fabric or printing it onto printable fabric, then sewing complementary embroidery on top of the background.
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) Selecting a Pattern Patterns combining embroidery and printed designs can be selected from the pages that contain ■ Checking Only the Embroidery Pattern Press . . Select the desired pattern. Memo • Refer to the Quick Reference Guide for the detail of patterns which enable this function. a Press the key of the pattern you want to embroider.
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) Outputting the Background Image and Positioning Image Use USB media or the computer to output the following three images from the machine. * ■ Using USB Media a Insert the USB media into the primary (top) USB port on the machine. b Select the pattern, and then press . File name may differ depending on the PDF file selected. • [xxx]r.pdf (Example: E_1r.pdf) An image flipped on a vertical axis (for an ironon transfer) • [xxx]n.
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) c Press to select the primary (top) USB port where the USB media is inserted. ■ Using a USB Cable a Plug the USB cable connectors into the corresponding USB ports on the computer and on the machine. a USB port for computer b USB cable connector o The “Removable Disk” icon appears in “Computer (My computer)” on the computer.
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) c Press . a Open the PDF file to be printed, click “File”-“Print”, and then set “Page Scaling” to “None (100%)”. Note • Print the background and embroidery position sheet in their original dimensions. If an image is printed in a different size, the sizes of the embroidery pattern and background may not match. In addition, the built-in camera cannot detect the embroidery position mark.
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) d If an iron-on transfer sheet is used, transfer the image onto fabric. c Place the paper printed with the positioning image on top of the fabric so that the pattern is aligned, and then affix the paper to the fabric with cellophane tape to prevent the paper from moving. Memo • For details on transferring from iron-on transfer sheets, refer to the instructions for the iron-on transfer sheets.
ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS Note • Be careful not to bump the embroidery unit carriage or the presser foot when removing or attaching the embroidery frame. Otherwise, the pattern will not embroider correctly. If the Bobbin Runs Out of Thread When the bobbin begins to run out of thread during embroidering, the machine will stop and b * Unlock the frame-securing lever and remove the embroidery frame.
ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS If the Thread Breaks During Sewing Press the “Start/Stop” button to stop the a machine. b d Press , , or to move the needle back the correct number of stitches before the spot where the thread broke. * If you cannot move back to the spot where the thread broke, press to select the color and move to the beginning position of that color, then If the upper thread is broken, redo the use upper threading.
ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS Restarting from the Beginning a Press . Resuming Embroidery After Turning Off the Power The current color and stitch number are saved when embroidery is stopped. The next time the machine is turned on, you have the option to continue or delete the pattern. Memo • Even if the power goes out in the middle of embroidery, the machine returns to the point where embroidery was stopped when the machine is turned on again. a 5 b Press .
ADJUSTMENTS DURING THE EMBROIDERY PROCESS c Attach the embroidery frame and press . o The previous sewing screen displayed before the machine was turned off appears. Memo • If you want to start a new embroidery pattern, press screen appears. d so the pattern selection Continue embroidering.
MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting Thread Tension a Press . When embroidering, the thread tension should be set so that the upper thread can slightly be seen on the wrong side of the fabric. ■ Correct Thread Tension The pattern can be seen from the wrong side of the fabric. If the thread tension is not set correctly, the pattern will not finish well. The fabric may pucker or the thread may break.
MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS ■ Upper Thread is Too Loose The tension of the upper thread is too loose, resulting in a loose upper thread, loose thread locks, or loops appearing on the right side of the fabric. Adjusting the Alternate Bobbin Case (with No Color on the Screw) Note • If the upper thread was incorrectly threaded, the upper thread may be too loose. In this case, refer to “Upper Threading” (page 46) and rethread the upper thread. a Right side b Wrong side a Press .
MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS ■ Bobbin Thread is Too Loose Bobbin thread appears slightly on the right side of fabric. Using the Automatic Thread Cutting Function (END COLOR TRIM) The automatic thread cutting function will cut the thread at the end of sewing each color. This function is initially turned on. To turn this a Right side b Wrong side If this occurs, turn the slotted screw (-) clockwise, being careful not to over-tighten the screw, approximately 30-45 degrees to increase bobbin tension.
MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS Using the Thread Trimming Function (JUMP STITCH TRIM) b Press to turn off the thread trimming function. The thread trimming function will automatically trim any excess thread jumps within the color. This function is initially turned on. To turn this function off, press key and then . This function can be turned on or off during embroidering. * Your customized setting remains after turning the machine off and on.
MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS Adjusting the Embroidery Speed a Press b In the “Max Embroidery Speed” display, use and . Changing the Thread Color Display You can display the name of the thread colors or embroidery thread number. Memo • Colors on the screen may vary slightly from actual spool colors. to change the maximum embroidery speed. * You can choose from 3 different speed levels. a Press . b Press .
MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS d When the thread number #123 is displayed, use to select from six embroidery thread brands pictured below. Changing the Embroidery Frame Display a Press . b Press . c In the “Frame Display”, use to change the embroidery frame display mode.
MAKING EMBROIDERY ADJUSTMENTS a Extra large frame embroidering area [30 cm × 20 cm (12 inches × 8 inches)] b Center line c Quilt frame embroidering area [20 cm × 20 cm (8 inches × 8 inches)] d Embroidery area for optional large embroidery frame [18 cm × 13 cm (7 inches × 5 inches)] e Embroidering area for optional border embroidery frame [18 cm × 10 cm (7 inches × 4 inches)] f Medium frame embroidering area [10 cm × 10 cm (4 inches × 4 inches)] g Small frame embroidering area [2 cm × 6 cm (1 inch x 2-1/2 in
REVISING THE PATTERN REVISING THE PATTERN CAUTION • When you have revised the pattern, check the display of available embroidery frames and use an appropriate frame. If you use an embroidery frame not displayed as available for use, the presser foot may strike the frame and possibly cause injury. Changing the Pattern Position Use to move the pattern in the direction shown by the arrow. Press to center the pattern. The pattern can also be moved by dragging it.
REVISING THE PATTERN Aligning the Pattern and the Needle Example: Aligning the lower left side of a pattern and the needle a Mark the embroidery start position on the fabric, as shown. 5 Press .
REVISING THE PATTERN c Press . Changing the Size a Press b Select the direction in which to change the size. . a b a Start position b This key is used for aligning linked characters (see page 241). o The needle position moves to the bottom left corner of the pattern (the embroidery frame moves so that the needle is positioned correctly). d Press . e Use to align the needle and the mark on the fabric, and begin embroidering the pattern. * Press to enlarge the pattern proportionately.
REVISING THE PATTERN Rotating the Pattern a Press . a a Size of the pattern 5 b Press to rotate the pattern 90 degrees to the left. * Press to rotate the pattern 90 degrees to the Embroidery * Select the angle of rotation for the pattern. right. * Press to rotate the pattern 10 degrees to the left. * Memo • Some patterns or characters can be enlarged more than others. • Some patterns or characters can be enlarged to a greater degree if they are rotated 90 degrees.
REVISING THE PATTERN * Press to return the pattern to its original position. Creating a Horizontal Mirror Image Press so it appears as to create a horizontal mirror image of the selected pattern. Press a a Degree of rotation 0° c 238 Press to return to the original screen. again to return the pattern to normal.
REVISING THE PATTERN Changing the Density (Alphabet Character and Frame Patterns Only) b Change the density. * Press to make the pattern less dense. * Press to make the pattern more dense. The thread density for some alphabet character and frame patterns can be changed. A setting between 80% and 120% in 5% increments can be specified. a Press .
REVISING THE PATTERN Changing the Colors of Alphabet Character Patterns Combined alphabet character patterns can be sewn with each letter in a different color. If “MULTI COLOR” is set, the machine stops after each character is sewn so that the thread can be changed to a different color. a * 240 Press so that it appears as . Press the key again to return to the original setting. b After a character is sewn, change the thread color, and then sew the next character.
REVISING THE PATTERN Embroidering Linked Characters c Press . Follow the procedure described below to embroider linked characters in a single row when the entire pattern extends beyond the embroidery frame. Example: Linking “DEF” to the characters “ABC” a Select the character patterns for “ABC”. Note • For details on selecting character patterns, refer to “Selecting Alphabet Character Patterns” on page 190. b Press . o The needle is positioned in the lower-left corner of the pattern.
REVISING THE PATTERN e Press h . After the characters are embroidered, cut the threads to a generous length, remove the embroidery frame, and then attach the embroidery frame again so that the remaining characters (“DEF”) can be embroidered. a End of the embroidering f Press to turn off the thread cutting function and then press i As in step a , select the character patterns for “DEF”. j Press . k Press . . → The needle is positioned in the lower-left corner of the pattern.
REVISING THE PATTERN m Use to align the needle with the end of embroidering for the previous pattern. n Press the “Start/Stop” button to begin embroidering the remaining character patterns. o The thread color displayed on the screen will be grayed out. 5 Embroidery Uninterrupted Embroidering (Using a Single Color) A selected pattern can be stitched out in one color instead of multicolor. The machine will hesitate but not stop between color steps, and then continue till the pattern is completed.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Embroidery Data Precautions Observe the following precautions when using embroidery data other than that created and saved in this machine. CAUTION • When using embroidery data other than our original patterns, the thread or needle may break when sewing with a stitch density that is too fine or when sewing three or more overlapping stitches. In that case, use one of our original data design systems to edit the embroidery data.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION ■ Computers and Operating Systems with the Following Specifications can be Used • Compatible models: IBM PC with a USB port as standard equipment IBM PC-compatible computer equipped with a USB port as standard equipment • Compatible operating systems: Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/Vista ■ Precautions on Using the Computer to Create and Save Data • If the name of the embroidery data file/folder cannot be identified, for example, because the name contains special characters, the file/f
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION CAUTION • Before disconnecting the USB cable, click the “Unplug or Eject Hardware” icon in the taskbar of Windows® 2000 or the “Safely Remove Hardware” icon in the taskbar of Windows® XP/Windows Vista®. Then, when the removable disk can safely be removed, disconnect the USB cable from the computer and the machine.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION b * Press Press ■ If the Memory is Full . to return to the original screen without saving. If the screen below displays, either the maximum number of patterns have been saved or the pattern you want to save takes a lot of memory, and the machine cannot save it. If you delete a previously saved pattern, you can save the current pattern. a * Press Press . to return to the original screen without saving. 5 o The “Saving” screen is displayed.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION c Press d . * Press . If you decide not to delete the pattern, press . a b a Amount of memory used by the pattern to be deleted b Amount of memory needed to save the current pattern o The “Saving” screen displays. When the pattern is saved, the display returns to the original screen automatically. Note • Do not turn the main power to OFF while the “Saving” screen is displayed. You will lose the pattern you are saving.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Saving Embroidery Patterns to USB Media b Insert the USB media into the primary (top) USB port on the machine. When sending embroidery patterns from the machine to USB media, plug the USB media into the machine’s USB port. Memo • USB media is commercially available, but some USB media may not be usable with this machine. Please visit our website for more details.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION c * Press Press . to return to the original screen without Saving Embroidery Patterns in the Computer saving. Using the included USB cable, the machine can be connected to your computer, and the embroidery patterns can be temporarily retrieved from and saved in the “Removable Disk” folder in your computer. A total of about 3 MB of embroidery patterns can be saved in the “Removable disk”, but the saved embroidery patterns are deleted when the machine is turned OFF.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION c Press when the pattern you want to e save is in the sewing screen. Select the pattern’s .phc file in “Removable Disk” and copy the file to the computer. Retrieving Patterns from the Machine’s Memory a d * Press Press Press . 5 . to return to the original screen without saving. Embroidery o The machine displays the patterns currently in the memory. o The pattern will be temporarily saved to “Removable Disk” under “Computer (My computer)”.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION b * Press the key of the pattern you want to retrieve. Press to return to the original screen. Recalling from USB Media You can recall a specific embroidery pattern from either direct USB media or a folder in the USB media. If the pattern is in a folder, check each folder to find the embroidery pattern. Note • The processing speed may vary by port selection and quantity of data. a c Press . Insert the USB media into the primary (top) USB port on the machine (see page 249).
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION c Press when there is a subfolder to sort two or more stitch patterns to USB media, the embroidery pattern in the subfolder is displayed. * Press d * Press the key of the pattern you want to retrieve. Press to return to the original screen. to return to the original screen without recalling. b a c Folder name Embroidery patterns in USB media Path The path to shows the current folder at the top of the list.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION Recalling from the Computer a Plug the USB cable connector into the corresponding USB ports for the computer and for the machine (see page 250). b On the computer, open “Computer (My computer)” then go to “Removable Disk”. c Move/copy the pattern data to “Removable Disk”. d * Note • While data is being written, do not disconnect the USB cable. • Do not create folders within “Removable Disk”.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION f Press . o The sewing screen is displayed.
EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqué (1) b Embroider the same pattern from step a onto the base fabric. c Apply a thin layer of fabric glue or a temporary spray adhesive to the rear of the appliqué created in step a. Attach the appliqué to the base fabric matching the shapes. You can use framed patterns of the same size and shape to create an appliqué. Embroider one pattern with a straight stitch and one pattern with a satin stitch.
EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS d Select the satin stitch frame pattern of the same shape as the appliqué. Embroider over the appliqué and base fabric from step c to create the appliqué. Using a Frame Pattern to Make an Appliqué (2) This is a second method to make appliqué using embroidery patterns. You do not have to change the fabric in the embroidery frame using this method. Embroider one pattern with a straight stitch and one pattern with a satin stitch.
EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS c Embroider the same pattern on the appliqué fabric. d Remove the embroidery frame from the embroidery unit, and cut around the outside of the stitches. e Select the satin stitch frame pattern of the same shape as the appliqué. Note • Do not change the size or position of the pattern. • If you change the size or position of the patterns when selecting them, make a note of the size and location. Note • Do not remove the fabric from the embroidery frame to cut it.
EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS Sewing Split Embroidery Patterns Split embroidery patterns created with PE-DESIGN Ver.7 or later can be sewn. With split embroidery patterns, embroidery designs larger than the embroidery hoop are divided into multiple sections, which combine to create a single pattern after each section is sewn. b * * Select section to be embroidered. Select the sections in alphabetical order. A maximum of 12 sections can be displayed in one page.
EMBROIDERY APPLICATIONS d * If necessary, edit the pattern. For details, refer to “REVISING THE PATTERN” on page 234. Memo • The pattern can be rotated 90° to either the left or right when is pressed. e Press the “Start/Stop” button to embroider the pattern section. f When embroidering is finished, the following screen appears. Press . o A screen appears so that a section of the split embroidery pattern can be selected.
Chapter 6 Embroidery Edit EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS..................262 SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT ..................263 Selecting Embroidery Patterns/Brother “Exclusives”/Greek Alphabet Patterns/Floral Alphabet Patterns/Utility Embroidery PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS)..................................... 306 Selecting a Pattern...........................................................307 ■ Checking Only the Embroidery Pattern...................................
EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS EXPLANATION OF FUNCTIONS With the Embroidery Edit functions, you can combine embroidery patterns and character patterns, change the size of patterns, rotate patterns, and perform many other editing functions. This machine can perform the 9 functions listed below.
SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT Prepare the machine for embroidery according to the instructions on page 182, and press , then to display the screen below.
SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT Selecting Embroidery Patterns/ Brother “Exclusives”/Greek Alphabet Patterns/Floral Alphabet Patterns/Utility Embroidery Patterns/Frame Patterns a Select the category of the pattern. b Press the key of the pattern you want to edit. * See pages 189 and 192 for more information on selecting patterns. d Proceed to “EDITING PATTERNS” on page 267 to edit the pattern. o The pattern is displayed in the top part of the screen. c Press .
SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT b * Select the font, then enter the characters. (Example: A B C D) d See page 190 for more information about selecting characters. Select the layout. (Example: When selecting an arc, use ) and to change the degree of the arc. * Press to make the arc flatter. * Press to make the arc rounder. Memo • When selecting change to , and and . You can increase or decrease the incline. c Press to change the layout of the pattern.
SELECTING PATTERNS TO EDIT f After you finish your selections, press . o The embroidery edit screen will appear. g 266 Proceed to “EDITING PATTERNS” on page 267 to edit the pattern.
EDITING PATTERNS EDITING PATTERNS d d a a b b e c a b c d e c Shows the size of the entire combined pattern. Shows the size of the pattern currently selected. Shows the distance from the center of the frame. Shows the color sequence and times of each step of the pattern currently selected. Shows the degree of rotation for the pattern. e 6 Memo • If a key display is light gray, you cannot use that function with the selected pattern.
EDITING PATTERNS ■ Key Functions a b o c n m l k j i d e f g h No. 268 Display Key Name Explanation Page a Thread palette key Press this key to change the colors of the displayed pattern. 278 b Rotate key Press this key to rotate the pattern. You can rotate a pattern one degree, ten degrees or ninety degrees at a time. 269 c Size key Press this key to change the size of the pattern. Patterns can be enlarged or reduced.
EDITING PATTERNS Moving the Pattern Press to move the pattern in the direction Rotating the Pattern a Press . shown on the key. Press to return the pattern to the center. a a Distance from the center 6 Embroidery Edit The pattern can also be moved by dragging it. If a USB mouse is connected, move the mouse to position the pointer on the desired pattern, and then select and drag the pattern. The pattern can also be dragged by selecting it directly in the screen with your finger or the touch pen.
EDITING PATTERNS b Select the angle by which the pattern is rotated. * Press c Press to return to the original screen. to rotate the pattern 90 degrees to the left. * Press to rotate the pattern 90 degrees to the right. * Press to rotate the pattern 10 degrees to the left. * Press to rotate the pattern 10 degrees to the right. * Press to rotate the pattern 1 degree to the left. * Press to rotate the pattern 1 degree to the right.
EDITING PATTERNS b Select the direction in which to change the size. * Press to enlarge the pattern proportionately. * Press to shrink the pattern proportionately. * Press to stretch the pattern horizontally. * Press to compact the pattern horizontally. * Press to stretch the pattern vertically. * Press to compact the pattern vertically. Press to return the pattern to its original * Deleting the Pattern Press to delete the pattern from the screen. appearance.
EDITING PATTERNS b * Press the key of the layout you want to embroider. See page 265 for more information about layout types. Changing Alphabet Character Spacing a o The display will show the selected layout. c 272 Press . Press .
EDITING PATTERNS b Use to change the spacing. * Press to increase the character spacing. * Press to decrease the character spacing. * Press to return the pattern to its original appearance. 6 Press to return to the original screen. Reducing Character Spacing The spacing between characters can be reduced to 50% of the narrowest character in the group. Embroidery Edit c Note • It is not recommended to edit data and transfer to other or older version machines.
EDITING PATTERNS Separating Combined Character Patterns Combined character patterns can be separated to adjust the character spacing or to separately edit the patterns after all characters have been entered. a Press c Use to select where the pattern is to be separated, and then press to separate it. For this example, the pattern will be separated between “T” and “a”. . Note • A separated character pattern cannot be combined again. b Press . o The key appears as 274 .
EDITING PATTERNS d Use to select a pattern, and then use to adjust the character spacing. Changing the Color of Each Alphabet Character in a Pattern a Press so you can assign a thread color to each character. e Press . b * Change the thread to sew each character in a different color. Press 6 to change the colors in the sewing order.
EDITING PATTERNS Embroidering Linked Characters c Press . Follow the procedure described below to embroider linked characters in a single row when the pattern extends beyond the embroidery frame. Example: Linking “DEF” to the characters “ABC” a Select the character patterns for “ABC”. Note • For details on selecting character patterns, refer to “Selecting Alphabet Character Patterns” on page 264. b In the sewing screen, press . o The needle is positioned in the lower-left corner of the pattern.
EDITING PATTERNS e Press . g Press the “Start/Stop” button. h After the characters are embroidered, cut the threads to a generous length, remove the embroidery frame, and then attach the embroidery frame again so that the remaining characters (“DEF”) can be embroidered. a End of the embroidering i As in step a , select the character patterns for “DEF”. f Press to turn off the automatic thread cutting function and then press . j Press . k Press .
EDITING PATTERNS l Press . m Use to align the needle with the end a In the pattern editing screen, press . of embroidering for the previous pattern. n Press the “Start/Stop” button to begin embroidering the remaining character patterns. → The thread color palette screen displays. b Press or to put the color you want to change at the top of the sewing order.
EDITING PATTERNS c Press to choose a new d Press . color from the color palette. * To return to the original color, press . If * multiple colors have been changed, this command will return all colors to their original colors. You can select colors from the color palette by directly touching the color selection with the touch pen. → The display shows the changed colors. a Memo • To select a color from the Custom Thread Table, “Choosing a Color from the Custom Thread Table” on page 283.
EDITING PATTERNS a In the pattern editing screen, press then press and b Use to choose where to add a color on the custom thread table. . * * You can choose colors from the custom thread from the custom thread table by directly touching the screen with the touch pen. You can scroll through 100 colors at a time using and on the custom thread table.
EDITING PATTERNS c Use to select one of the thread e Press . brands in the machine. b a d a Thread brand b Entered thread color number o The selected thread color is set in the custom thread table. Use to enter a color’s 4-digit number. * If you make a mistake, press Note • If is not pressed, the thread color number will not be changed. to erase the entered number, and then enter the correct number. f * 6 Repeat the previous steps until all desired thread colors are specified.
EDITING PATTERNS g Press to return to the original screen. ■ Adding a Color to the Custom Thread Table from the List a Repeat the previous steps a through c on page 279. b Press to display the thread list. c Use to select a thread color. a b a Thread list b Thread brand d Press e Repeat the previous steps until all desired thread colors are specified. * . To delete a specified color from the palette, press . f 282 Press to return to the original screen.
EDITING PATTERNS Choosing a Color from the Custom Thread Table c Press . You can select a color from the up to 300 thread colors you have set in the custom thread table. a Press . a a Custom thread change key o The custom thread table will appear. d Press to choose a new color from the custom thread table. * Use and to scroll through the custom thread table. o The thread color palette screen displays. b Press or to put the color you want to change at the top of the sewing order.
EDITING PATTERNS c Designing Repeated Patterns Select the direction in which the pattern will be repeated. ■ Sewing Repeated Patterns Using the border function, you can create stitches using repeated patterns. You can also adjust the spacing of the patterns within a repeated pattern stitch. a Select a pattern, and then press b Press . .
EDITING PATTERNS d Use to repeat the pattern on top and to repeat the pattern at the bottom. * To delete the top pattern, press * To delete the bottom pattern, press . e Adjust the spacing of the repeated pattern. * To widen spacing, press . * To tighten spacing, press . . a a Press to change a repeated pattern back to one single pattern. Memo 6 • You can only adjust the spacing of patterns included in the red frame.
EDITING PATTERNS f Complete repeated patterns by repeating steps c through e. g Press to finish repeating. Memo a Choose the direction in which the repeated pattern will be cut. * Press to cut horizontally. * Press to cut vertically. • When there are two or more patterns, all patterns will be grouped together as one pattern in the red frame.
EDITING PATTERNS c Press . f Repeat the selected element. g Press to finish repeating. o The repeated pattern will be divided into separate elements. d e Press . Note Use and repeat. to select the element to • Once you have cut a repeated pattern into separate elements, you cannot return to the original repeated pattern. • Each element can be edited separately in the edit screen. See “Selecting combined embroidery patterns” on page 293.
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EDITING PATTERNS ■ Assigning Thread Marks By sewing thread marks, you can easily align patterns when sewing a series. When sewing is finished on a pattern, a thread mark in the shape of an arrow will be sewn using the final thread. When sewing a series of patterns, use the point of this arrow for positioning the following designs to be sewn. c Press to select the thread mark to be sewn.
EDITING PATTERNS Duplicating a Pattern a Press . o The duplicate is positioned over the original pattern. After Editing a Press . * To combine the pattern with other patterns, select * See page 212 for more information about sewing patterns. (see page 291). Memo • If you want to return to the edit screen after pressing a a Duplicated pattern Note • If multiple patterns are displayed in the screen, only the pattern selected using and is duplicated.
COMBINING PATTERNS COMBINING PATTERNS Editing Combined Patterns b Use c Press to view 2/7, then select . Example: Combining alphabet characters with an embroidery pattern and editing a Press to select an embroidery pattern. .
COMBINING PATTERNS d Press f . * Select and enter “Spring”. After selecting , press to change the character case, then enter the remaining characters. e Press to enter the alphabet characters. * Press to return to the previous screen. o The characters you enter will be displayed in the center of the display. g Press h Use * 292 . to move the characters. With a USB mouse, your finger or the touch pen, drag the characters to move them.
COMBINING PATTERNS i Press characters. Press * j * ■ Selecting combined embroidery patterns to change the layout of the . If multiple patterns have been combined, use See page 271 for more information about changing the layout. Press to change the color of the characters. See page 278 for more information about changing the color. to select the pattern to be edited. If a USB mouse is connected, the pattern can be selected by clicking it.
COMBINING PATTERNS a Embroider by following the color order on the right side of the display. Sewing Combined Patterns Combined patterns will be embroidered in the order they were entered. In this example, the embroidery order will be as follows: → After the flowers are embroidered, the [+] cursor will move to the “Spring” part of the pattern. → b Embroider . Note • Follow the directions in “Sewing Embroidery Patterns” on page 213.
VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS Uninterrupted Embroidering (Using a Single Color) A selected pattern can be stitched out in one color instead of multicolor. The machine will hesitate but not stop between color steps, and then continue till the pattern is completed.
VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS c Press screen. to return to the previous d Press . e Press f Press the “Start/Stop” button to begin embroidering. g When embroidering is finished, remove the basting stitching. to select the basting setting. Creating an Appliqué Piece Appliqué pieces can be created from the built-in patterns and patterns on embroidery cards. This is convenient for fabrics that cannot be embroidered or when you wish to attach an appliqué to a garment.
VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS a Select the pattern, and edit it if necessary. b Press , and then display 7/7 of the settings screen. c Use and to specify the distance between the pattern and the appliqué outline. Note • Finish combining and editing the pattern before selecting the appliqué setting. If the pattern is edited after selecting the appliqué setting, the appliqué stitching and pattern may become misaligned.
VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS f Press to select the appliqué setting. Memo • Three steps are added to the sewing order: appliqué cutting line, position of pattern placement on the garment, and appliqué stitching. a b c a Cutting line for appliqué b Position of pattern placement on garment c Appliqué stitching Note • An appliqué piece cannot be created if the pattern is too large or too complicated or a combined pattern is separated.
VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS i After the pattern is embroidered, thread the machine with the thread for the cutting line, and then sew the cutting line (APPLIQUE MATERIAL). k Use two layers of adhesive water-soluble stabilizer material with their sticky sides together, and then hoop them in the embroidery frame. a Cutting line for appliqué Note • If water-soluble stabilizer is used, it is not necessary to remove the stabilizer material after sewing the appliqué outline.
VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS n With the machine threaded using the thread for the outline from step l, sew the outline (APPLIQUE). ■ Using a Frame Pattern for the Outline Using a frame pattern, the desired shape can be added as the outline of the appliqué. a Outline of appliqué piece Memo • The outline is sewn using satin stitching. • Some glue may get onto the presser foot, needle, and needle plate at this time. Finish embroidering the appliqué pattern, and then clean off the glue.
VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS c Edit the frame pattern to fit the size of the appliqué pattern. g Use to select the frame pattern, and then press d Press e Press setting. and then press and . . o The frame pattern is deleted. to select the appliqué piece h Press . 6 Embroidery Edit f Press . i Continue with step g of “Creating an Appliqué Piece” on page 296 to complete the appliqué piece.
VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS Using the Built-In Camera to Align the Embroidering Position b After selecting the pattern, press and then press , . The embroidering positioning can easily be aligned using the machine’s built-in camera and the included embroidery positioning sticker. Note • When embroidery frame (small) is installed, the built-in camera cannot be used to align the embroidering position. Install embroidery frame (medium) or a larger embroidery frame.
VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS c From the areas shown in the window, select the area containing the embroidery positioning sticker. d Press . Note • Attach embroidery foot “W” before pressing . The embroidery foot “W” lowers and check the fabric thickness, to help the built-in camera recognize the embroidery positioning sticker. e Following message appears. Press 6 .
VARIOUS EMBROIDERING FUNCTIONS Note • If the following warning message appears, touch and reposition the embroidery positioning sticker so the pattern is within the embroidery field, and then press again. f A reminder message appears. Remove the embroidery positioning sticker from the fabric and press * . To remove the embroidery positioning sticker more easily, press so that the embroidery frame moves slightly forward and away from under the needle.
USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION USING THE MEMORY FUNCTION In the same way as embroidery patterns in Chapter 5, you can save and retrieve edited embroidery patterns to and from the machine’s memory, a personal computer, or USB media. Refer to the relevant sections in Chapter 5 on saving and retrieving embroidery patterns and follow the same procedures in order to save and retrieve edited embroidery patterns. See page 244 for more information about the MEMORY FUNCTION.
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) Completed embroidery patterns combined with printed designs are built into this machine. Beautiful three-dimensional embroidered designs can be created by ironing a background onto fabric or printing it onto printable fabric, then sewing complementary embroidery on top of the background.
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) Selecting a Pattern Patterns combining embroidery and printed designs can be selected from the pages that contain ■ Checking Only the Embroidery Pattern Press . . Select the desired pattern. Memo • Refer to the Quick Reference Guide for the detail of patterns which enable this function. a Press the key of the pattern you want to embroider.
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) Outputting the Background Image and Positioning Image Use USB media or the computer to output the following three images from the machine. * ■ Using USB Media a Insert the USB media into the primary (top) USB port on the machine. b Select the pattern, and then press . File name may differ depending on the PDF file selected. • [xxx]r.pdf (Example: E_1r.pdf) An image flipped on a vertical axis (for an ironon transfer) • [xxx]n.
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) o Two files of the background image only and one file for aligning embroidery into position are copied (PDF format) onto the USB media. b Select the pattern, and then press . Memo • Do not remove the USB media from the machine until data output is finished. d Remove the USB media where the image data is saved from the machine, and then copy the image data from the USB media to the computer.
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) Printing the Background and Embroidery Position Sheet Print the PDF files of the background and embroidery position sheet. The background file that is printed differs depending on whether ironon paper or printable fabric is used. To view the PDF file, Adobe® Reader® is needed. If it is not installed on your computer, you can download it from the Adobe Systems website: http://www.adobe.
PRINT AND STITCH (COMBINING EMBROIDERY PATTERNS AND PRINTED DESIGNS) b Cut the paper printed with the center positioning image so it can easily be positioned aligned with the background image on the fabric. * c Lines or color changes in the image can help you find the correct alignment position. Place the paper printed with the positioning image on top of the fabric so that the pattern is aligned, and then affix the paper to the fabric with cellophane tape to prevent the paper from moving.
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Chapter 7 MY CUSTOM STITCH DESIGNING A STITCH......................................................................314 ENTERING STITCH DATA .................................................................316 ■ Key Functions ................................................................................................................316 ■ Moving a Point ..............................................................................................................319 ■ Moving Part or All of the Design ...
DESIGNING A STITCH DESIGNING A STITCH By using the MY CUSTOM STITCH™ function, you can register stitches you have created yourself. You can also sew designs combining MY CUSTOM STITCH™ creations with built-in characters (see page 162). b * Decide the spacing of the stitch. By adjusting the spacing of a stitch, you can create various patterns with one stitch. Memo • Stitches that you create with MY CUSTOM STITCH™ can be a maximum of 7 mm (approx. 9/32 inch) wide and 37 mm (approx. 1-1/3 inches) long.
DESIGNING A STITCH Examples of Custom Stitches Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch Stitch 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 12 18 22 23 21 17 14 12 9 6 3 1 3 6 0 0 3 6 10 13 14 13 11 13 14 13 10 6 3 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 12 41 43 40 41 38 35 32 30 32 35 41 45 47 44 0 0 4 7 11 13 14 13 10 6 3 0 0 4 7 40 41 42 43 44 45 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38
ENTERING STITCH DATA ENTERING STITCH DATA ■ Key Functions p o a n m b c l d j e f i h k g a This area displays the stitch being created. b Displays the number of the present set point over the total number of points in the stitch. c Displays the y-coordinate of No. Display over the x-coordinate of . Key Name Explanation Page d Single/triple stitching key Press this key to select whether one or three stitches will be sewn between two points.
ENTERING STITCH DATA a Press b Press and then . * Press to enlarge the image of the stitch being created. . a b a Currently selected point/Total number of points b Coordinates of c Use to move to the coordinates of the first point on the grid sheet. * Press sheet. to change the direction of the grid d * Press to add the point indicated by . To insert coordinates with the touch pen, move the tip of the pen to a desired point.
ENTERING STITCH DATA e * Select whether one stitch or three stitches will be sewn between the first two points. Press to view an image of the stitch. To sew three stitches, press the key so that it appears as f * . Use and press to move to the second point . Memo • If you have entered points that are too close together, the fabric may not feed properly. Edit the stitch data to leave a larger space between points.
ENTERING STITCH DATA ■ Moving a Point a Press or ■ Moving Part or All of the Design to move to the point a that you want to move. Press or to move to the first point of the section that you want to move. * To move to the first point, press . * To move to the first point, press . * To move to the last point, press . * To move to the last point, press . * You can also move * You can also move b Use by using the touch pen. to move the point.
ENTERING STITCH DATA c Press or to move the section. ■ Inserting New Points a Press or to move to a place on the design where you want to add a new point. d Press * To move to the first point, press . * To move to the last point, press . * You can also move . b o The section will be moved. 320 Press . by using the touch pen.
ENTERING STITCH DATA o A new point is entered and c Use moves to it. to move the point.
USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES Storing Custom Stitches in Your List Stitch patterns created using the MY CUSTOM STITCH™ function can be stored for later use. Once you finish entering the stitch data, press . The “Saving” message appears and the stitch will be stored. Before storing a stitch, press run of the stitch.
USING STORED CUSTOM STITCHES Retrieving Stored Stitches a Press . c Press . * To delete the stored stitch pattern, press * To edit the stored stitch pattern, press . . o A list of stored stitch patterns is displayed. b * Select the stitch pattern. Press to return to the previous screen without retrieving.
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Chapter 8 Appendix CARE AND MAINTENANCE ..............................................................326 Cleaning the LCD Screen ......................................................................................326 Cleaning the Machine Casing ................................................................................326 Cleaning the Race .................................................................................................326 Cleaning the Cutter in the Bobbin Case Area ...............
CARE AND MAINTENANCE CARE AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION • Be sure to unplug the machine before cleaning it. Otherwise, electric shock or injury may result. Cleaning the LCD Screen If the screen is dirty, gently wipe it with the included LCD cleaning cloth or a soft, dry cloth. Do not use organic solvents or detergents. Note • Do not wipe the LCD screen with a damp cloth. a Press the “Needle Position” button to raise the needle. b Turn the main power to OFF.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE g Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to remove any lint and dust from the race and bobbin thread sensor and the surrounding area. i a Cleaning brush b Race c Bobbin thread sensor Note • Never use a bobbin case that is scratched; otherwise, the upper thread may become tangled, the needle may break, or sewing performance may suffer.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE c Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to remove any lint and dust from the cutter in the bobbin case area. a Cutter CAUTION • Do not touch the cutter, otherwise injuries may result. 328 d Use the screwdriver included with the machine to screw and attach the needle plate. e Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover into the needle plate, and then slide the cover back on.
ADJUSTING THE SCREEN ADJUSTING THE SCREEN Touch Panel is Malfunctioning b If the screen does not respond correctly when you touch a key (the machine does not perform the operation or performs a different operation), follow the steps below to make the proper adjustments. a Using the included touch pen, lightly touch the center of each +, in order from 1 to 5. Note • Only use the included touch pen to touch the screen. Do not use a mechanical pencil, pin, or other sharp object.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING If you have a minor problem with your sewing machine, check the following solutions. If the solutions suggested do not correct the problem, contact your authorized dealer. Press o o for advice about minor sewing problems during sewing. Press at any time to return to the original screen. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at [http://solutions.brother.com].
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Bobbin thread breaks Cause Reset the bobbin thread correctly. 43 There are scratches on the bobbin or it doesn’t rotate properly. Replace the bobbin. 43 Thread is twisted. Use scissors, etc. to cut the twisted thread and remove it from the race, etc. — A bobbin designed specifically for this machine is not used. Incorrect bobbins will not work properly. Only use a bobbin designed specifically for this machine.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Fabric does not feed through the machine Cause Solution Feed dogs are set in the down position. Page 105 Press , and then turn the handwheel to raise the feed dogs. Fabric puckers High-pitched sound while sewing Character pattern does not turn out 332 Stitches are too close together. Lengthen the stitch length setting. Wrong presser foot was used. Use the correct presser foot. 67 Needle is turned, bent or the point is dull. Replace the needle.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Embroidery pattern does not sew out correctly Cause Thread is twisted. Solution Use scissors, etc., to cut the twisted thread and remove it from the race, etc. 201 Stabilizing material was not attached. Always use stabilizing material, especially with stretch fabrics, lightweight fabrics, fabrics with a coarse weave, or fabrics that often cause pattern shrinkage. See your authorized dealer for the proper stabilizer.
TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION • This machine is equipped with a thread detection device. If the “Start/Stop” button is pushed before the upper threading is done, the machine will not operate properly. Also, depending on the pattern selected, the machine may feed the fabric even if the needle is raised. This is due to the needle bar release mechanism. At these times, the machine will make a sound different from that made during normal sewing. This is not the sign of a malfunction.
ERROR MESSAGES ERROR MESSAGES If the machine is not properly set and the “Start/Stop” button or the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button is pressed, or if the operation procedure is incorrect, the machine does not start. An alarm sounds and an error message is displayed on the LCD. If an error message displays, follow the instructions in the message. Below is an explanation of error messages.
ERROR MESSAGES This message is displayed when the automatic needle threading button is pushed while twin needle sewing is set. This message appears when or is pressed to delete the settings for a utility stitch. To delete the selected settings, press . This message is displayed when the “Start/Stop” button is pressed before the edge of the fabric is detected. To detect the edge of the fabric using the built-in camera, press This message is displayed when an unusable embroidery card is inserted.
ERROR MESSAGES This message is displayed when a key on the LCD display is touched while the needle is in the down position. This message is displayed when the machine is in embroidery mode and the embroidery unit tries to initialize while the embroidery frame is attached. This message is displayed when the machine is ready to sew an embroidery pattern, and the “Start/Stop” button is pushed while the embroidery frame is not attached.
ERROR MESSAGES This message is displayed when is pressed when changing thread colors. This message is displayed when rotating a saved combined pattern in the Embroidery screen. This message appears if the machine is turned off while sewing, then turned on again. This message is displayed when the embroidery frame is attached. Press to return the machine to the condition (pattern position and number of stitches) when it was turned off.
ERROR MESSAGES This message appears when the built-in camera is being used to align the embroidery position, but the embroidery positioning sticker is too near an edge or the pattern extends from the embroidery frame. Change the positioning of the embroidery position sticker, and then try aligning the position again. See page 206 or 302. This message is displayed when there is no stitch or embroidery pattern selected and the “Start/Stop” button or the “Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch” button is pressed.
ERROR MESSAGES This message is displayed when the bobbin is being wound, and the motor locks because the thread is tangled, etc. This message is displayed when the selected stitch is not available for the specific function. This message is displayed when there is a possibility that the data for the selected pattern is corrupted. This message is displayed when you try to recall or save a pattern while no USB media is loaded.
ERROR MESSAGES This message is displayed while the USB media is transmitting. This message is displayed when it seems that the upper thread has not been threaded correctly. This message is displayed when the memory is full and a pattern must be deleted. This message is displayed This message is displayed when a button, such as the “Start/Stop” button, is pushed while the presser foot is raised. This message is displayed when the file size exceeds the data capacity of the machine.
ERROR MESSAGES This message is displayed when you press in the screen other than the Utility Stitch, or press in the screen other than the Utility Stitch or Character/ Decorative Stitch. ■ Alarm Sounds If the operation was performed incorrectly, an alarm sounds to indicate that an error occurred. If the operation was performed correctly, the machine beeps to confirm the operation.
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Item Sewing Machine (Box 1 of 3) Accessory Box (Box 2 of 3) Embroidery Unit (Box 3 of 3) Approx. 61.5 cm (W) × 33.2 cm (H) × 27.0 cm (D) (approx. 24-7/32 inches (W) × 13-5/64 inches (H) × 10-5/8 inches (D)) Dimensions of box Approx. 68.5 cm (W) × 47.0 cm (H) × 39.0 cm (D) (approx. 26-31/32 inches (W) × 18-1/2 inches (H) × 15-11/32 inches (D)) Weight of machine Approx. 15 kg (approx. 33 lb) Weight of box (for shipping) Approx. 19 kg (approx.
UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE You can use USB media or a computer to download software upgrades for your sewing machine. When an upgrade program is available on “http://solutions.brother.com”, please download the files following the instructions on the website and steps below. Note • When using USB media to upgrade the software, check that no data other than the upgrade file is saved on the USB media being used before starting to upgrade.
UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE d Press . Upgrade Procedure Using Computer a While pressing the “Automatic Threading” button, turn the main power to ON. o The following screen will appear on the LCD. b Press c Plug the USB cable connector into the corresponding USB ports for the computer and for the machine. . o The upgrade file is downloaded. Note • If an error occurs, a red text error message will appear. When the download is performed successfully, following message will appear.
UPGRADING YOUR MACHINE’S SOFTWARE o The following message will appear. e When the message disappears, press . o The upgrade file is downloaded. Note • If an error occurs, a red text error message will appear. If the download is performed successfully, following message will appear. f 346 Unplug the USB cable, and turn the machine off and on again.
STITCH SETTING CHART STITCH SETTING CHART The following chart shows information for each utility stitch concerning applications, stitch lengths, stitch widths, and whether or not the twin needle mode can be used. Note • Quilting foot “C” is used when the straight stitch needle plate is attached to the machine. Refer to “Using Free motion Quilting Foot “C”” on page 105. Stitch width [mm (inch)] Presser foot Stitch Stitch name Stitch length [mm (inch)] Applications Auto. Manual Auto.
STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width [mm (inch)] Presser foot Stitch Stitch name Applications Auto. Manual Auto. Manual Twin needle 2 steps elastic zigzag Overcasting (medium weight and stretch fabrics), tape and elastic 5.0 (3/16) 1.5 - 7.0 (1/16 - 1/4) 1.0 (1/16) 0.2 - 4.0 (1/64 - 1/16) OK (J) 3 steps elastic zigzag Overcasting (medium, heavyweight and stretch fabrics), tape and elastic 5.0 (3/16) 1.5 - 7.0 (1/16 - 1/4) 1.0 (1/16) 0.2 - 4.
STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width [mm (inch)] Presser foot Stitch Stitch name Stitch length [mm (inch)] Applications Piecing stitch (Left) Piecework/patchwork 6.5 mm (approx.
STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width [mm (inch)] Presser foot Stitch Stitch name Ladder stitch Decorative stitching Decorative top stitching Decorative stitch Decorative stitching Decorative stitch Decorative stitching Serpentine stitch Decorative stitching and attaching elastic Decorative stitch Decorative stitching and appliqué Decorative stippling stitch Decorative stitching Hemstitching Decorative hems, triple straight at left Hemstitching Decorative hems, triple straight at center Hems
STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width [mm (inch)] Presser foot Stitch Stitch name Applications Honeycomb stitch Heirloom, decorative hems Honeycomb stitch Heirloom, decorative hems Hemstitching Heirloom, decorative hems Hemstitching Heirloom, decorative hems Hemstitching Heirloom, decorative hems Hemstitching Heirloom, decorative hems Hemstitching Heirloom, decorative hems Hemstitching Decorative hems and bridging stitch Hemstitching Hemstitching Hemstitching Hemstitching Hemstitching L
STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width [mm (inch)] Presser foot Stitch Stitch name Applications Twin needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual 5.0 (3/16) 3.0 - 5.0 (1/8 - 3/16) 0.4 (1/64) 0.2 - 1.0 (1/64 - 1/16) NO 5.0 (3/16) 3.0 - 5.0 (1/8 - 3/16) 0.4 (1/64) 0.2 - 1.0 (1/64 - 1/16) NO 5.0 (3/16) 3.0 - 5.0 (1/8 - 3/16) 0.4 (1/64) 0.2 - 1.0 (1/64 - 1/16) NO 5.5 (7/32) 3.5 - 5.5 (1/8 - 7/32) 0.4 (1/64) 0.2 - 1.0 (1/64 - 1/16) NO 5.0 (7/32) 3.0 - 5.0 (1/8 - 3/16) 0.4 (1/64) 0.2 - 1.
STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width [mm (inch)] Presser foot Stitch Stitch name Button sewing Eyelet Star eyelet Stitch length [mm (inch)] Applications Attaching buttons For making eyelets, holes on belts, etc. For making star-shaped eyelets on holes. Twin needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual 3.5 (1/8) 2.5 - 4.5 (3/32 - 3/16) — — NO 7.0 (1/4) 7.0 6.0 5.0 (1/4 15/64 3/ 16) 7.0 (1/4) 7.0 6.0 5.
STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width [mm (inch)] Presser foot Stitch Stitch name Quilting stitch made to look like hand quilting stitch Basting stitch Basting Reinforced stitching, sewing and decorative applications Twin needle Auto. Manual Auto. Manual 3.50 0.00 - 7.00 (0 - 1/4) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) NO 3.50 0.00 - 7.00 (0 - 1/4) 20 (3/4) 5 - 30 (3/16 - 1-3/ 16) NO 1.00 (1/16) 1.00 - 3.00 (1/16 - 1/8) 2.5 (3/32) 1.0 - 4.0 (1/16 - 3/16) NO 3.50 (1/8) 0.00 - 7.
STITCH SETTING CHART Stitch width [mm (inch)] Presser foot Stitch Stitch name Applications Patchwork double overlock stitch Patchwork stitches, decorative stitching Smocking stitch Smocking, decorative stitching Rick-rack stitch Decorative top stitching Decorative stitch Decorative stitching and appliqué Decorative stitch Decorative stitching Hemstitching Heirloom, decorative hems Hemstitching Stitch length [mm (inch)] Decorative hems and bridging stitch Single diamond overcast Reinforce
INDEX INDEX A Accessories included accessories ................................................................... 4 options ....................................................................................... 8 Accessory case ............................................................................... 4 Accessory compartment ................................................................. 4 Adjustments screen .....................................................................................
INDEX pattern selection screens ......................................................... 187 patterns which use appliqué ................................................... 215 retrieving ....................................................................... 251, 252 revising ................................................................................... 234 saving ....................................................................246, 249, 250 selecting ..............................................
INDEX machine’s memory ......................................................... 176, 251 MY CUSTOM STITCH designs ................................................323 stitch settings .............................................................................82 USB media ..................................................................... 177, 252 utility stitches ............................................................................82 Reverse/Reinforcement Stitch button ............................
X1_BrotherE_OM_cover C M Y K Operation Manual 882-W01/W02 Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).
