Computerized Embroidery Machine Operation Manual Product Code 885-V55 GETTING READY EMBROIDERY APPENDIX Please visit us at " http://solutions.brother.com " where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs).
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Introduction Thank you for purchasing this embroidery 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.
——————————————————————————————————————————————————— • Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered. • Do not use the machine near a heat source, such as a stove or iron; otherwise, the machine, power cord or garment being embroidered may ignite, resulting in fire or an electric shock. • Do not place this machine on an unstable surface, such as an unsteady or slanted table, otherwise the machine may fall, resulting in injuries.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
——————————————————————————————————————————————————— 4
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Contents Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................... 1 Machine Features ................................................................................................................ 7 Accessories .........................................................
——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Embroidering ..................................................................................................................... 57 Checking the pattern before embroidering ...................................................................................................... 57 Embroidering a pattern .................................................................................................................................... 58 Appliquéing ........
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Machine Features a Automatic thread cutting The thread can be cut automatically after embroidering (page 59). b Fast bobbin winding system With the fast and simple bobbin winder, you can wind bobbins with one press of a button (page 29). c USB port Embroidery patterns saved in a USB flash drive (USB flash memory) can be imported to the machine by plugging the USB flash drive directly into the USB port (page 73).
——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer. Included accessories 1. 2. 3.*1 4. 5. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 18. 19. 6. 7. 16. 8. 9. 10. 17. *1 75/11 3 needles, 90/14 1 needle No. 1 2 3 4 5 Part Name Seam ripper Bobbin (4) (One is on machine.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Optional accessories The following are available as optional accessories. 1. 2. 3. No. Part Name 1 Brother poly #90 bobbin thread Embroidery card Embroidery set (small) H 2 cm u W 6 cm (H 1 inch u W 2-1/2 inches) Embroidery set (large) H 17 cm u W 10 cm (H 6-7/10 inches u W 4 inches) Water soluble stabilizer Stabilizer material for embroidery 2 4. 5. 3 4 5 Part Code U.S.A.
——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions The names of the various parts of the machine and their functions are described below. Before using the machine, carefully read these descriptions to learn the names of the machine parts. Front view a Thread guide cover (page 31, 39) Pass the thread under this thread guide cover when winding the bobbin thread and threading the machine.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Needle and embroidery foot section Right-side/rear view a Thread guide disk (page 40) Pass the thread through the thread guide disk when using the needle threader to thread the needle. a Handle Carry the machine by its handle when transporting the machine. b Needle bar thread guide (page 40) Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. b Handwheel (page 38) Turn the handwheel toward you (counterclockwise) to raise and lower the needle.
——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Operation buttons The operation buttons help you to easily perform various basic machine operations. a Start/stop button Press the start/stop button to start or stop embroidering. The machine embroiders at a slow speed while the button is pressed. When embroidering is stopped, the needle is lowered in the fabric. The button changes color according to the machine’s operation mode. Green: The machine is ready to embroider or is embroidering.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Operation panel The front operation panel has an LCD (liquid crystal display) and operation keys. a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Setting for the selected pattern and error messages appear in the LCD. Touch the keys displayed on the LCD with your finger or a touch pen to perform operations. For details, refer to "LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation" (page 22). b Back key Press to return to the previous screen.
——————————————————————————————————————————————————— 14
1 GETTING READY The various preparations to start embroidering are described in this chapter. Basic Steps for Embroidering...................................................................................16 Turning the Machine On/Off ..................................................................................17 Attaching the Embroidery Unit................................................................................19 LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation........................................
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Basic Steps for Embroidering This section describes the preparations for embroidering. The basic steps for embroidering are as follows. 1 the embroidery unit. Embroidery unit attachment Attach For details, refer to "Attaching the embroidery unit" (page 19). p 2 Needle preparation Use a needle matched to the fabric. For details, refer to "Replacing the needle" (page 28).
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn the machine on and off. 1 Power supply precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the power supply. 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.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Turning on the machine Memo z Before turning on the machine, be sure to attach the embroidery unit to it. If the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine does not operate. (For details, refer to “Attaching the Embroidery Unit” (page 19).) Turning off the machine When you have finished using the machine, turn it off. In addition, before transporting the machine to another location, be sure to turn it off. a stopped.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Attaching the Embroidery Unit This section describes how to attach the embroidery unit. 1 Embroidery unit precautions Attaching the embroidery unit Get the embroidery unit ready. CAUTION ● Do not move the machine with the embroidery unit in place. The embroidery unit may be dropped and cause injury. ● Keep your hands and other objects away from the embroidery carriage and frame. Otherwise injury may result.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— b arm. Slide the embroidery unit onto the machine Push it in until it clicks and stops. a a Carriage CAUTION X The embroidery unit is attached. ● Do not put your hands or other objects near the carriage. It may cause injury. Note z Make sure that there is no gap between the embroidery unit and the machine, otherwise the embroidery pattern may not be sewn correctly. Be sure to fully insert the connector into the connection port.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— d the embroidery unit, and slowly pull the Hold the release button on the bottom left of Removing the embroidery unit embroidery unit to the left. Make sure that the machine is completely stopped and follow the instructions below. a Remove the embroidery frame. b Press • For details on removing the embroidery frame, refer to "Removing the embroidery frame" (page 48). , and then press .
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation Selected embroidery pattern, settings and messages are displayed on the LCD (liquid crystal display) on the front of the machine. Change the screen on the LCD using the keys on the right side of the LCD, and make operations by directly touching the icons with your finger or a touch pen. For details, refer to "Operation panel" (page 13). Viewing the LCD When the power is turned on, the LCD comes on.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Changing the machine settings Various machine operations and settings can be changed. The attributes that can be set are listed below. For details on operation, refer to page 24. Attribute Icon Details Settings Changes the thread color display (page 51). Thread color display Thread color/Time to embroider/Needle count/ Thread number (#123) (When "Thread No.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— a Turn on the machine. Example: Changing the measurement unit The highlighted display is the initial setting. X The LCD comes on. b panel. Press (Settings key) on the operation d (Back key). When settings are complete, press X The setting screen appears. c Press the item to be set. Switch the screen using (Previous page key) and (Next page key). • The following screens show their default settings. X The initial screen appears again.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— d next page. Press Checking machine operating procedures Simple explanations can be referred on the LCD display for the following items. Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement on the LCD. a (Next page key) to switch to the Press (Previous page key) to return to the previous page.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Preparing Items for Embroidering The following is necessary for embroidering. ■ Fabric Prepare the fabric for embroidery. Prepare a piece of fabric a little larger than the embroidery frame that matches the size of the pattern you want to embroider. ■ Embroidery thread (option) For the upper thread, use the embroidery thread or country thread.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Preparing the Needle Before starting embroidering, check the needle and replace it if necessary. 1 Needle precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the handling of the needle. Failure to observe these precautions is extremely dangerous, for example, if the needle breaks and fragments are dispersed. Be sure to read and carefully follow the instructions below. CAUTION z Only use home sewing machine needles.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— e use a screwdriver to turn the needle clamp Hold the needle with your left hand, and then Replacing the needle Use the screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to be straight according to the instructions in "Checking the needle" (page 27). screw toward you (counterclockwise) to remove the needle. a a twice to raise the needle.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Winding/Installing the Bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread. 1 Bobbin precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the bobbin. CAUTION ● Only use the Bobbin (part code: SA156, SFB) designed specifically for this machine. Use of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the machine. ● The included bobbin was designed specifically for this machine.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— a e the spool pin. Turn on the machine. Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front at the bottom. b that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so in the bobbin. Press down on the bobbin until it snaps into place. a Memo z Use the embroidery bobbin thread for embroidering.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— h and to the front. Pass the thread behind the thread guide cover Note z When embroidering with fine, cross-wound thread, use the small spool cap, and leave a small space between the cap and the spool. c While holding the thread near the spool with your right hand, pull the thread with your left hand as shown below.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— j the bobbin five or six times. Wind the end of the thread clockwise around l Press (Start/stop button) once. While using your left hand to hold the thread that was passed through the bobbin-winding thread guide, use your right hand to wind the end of the thread. Wind five or six times. a a Start/stop button X The bobbin starts winding and "Winding bobbin thread..." is displayed on the LCD screen.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— n winder shaft to the left, and then remove the Cut the thread with scissors, slide the bobbin bobbin from the shaft. ■ When the thread became tangled under the bobbin winder seat. If the bobbin winding starts when the thread is not passed under the pretension disk of the bobbinwinding thread guide correctly, the thread may become tangled under the bobbin winder seat. In such a case, wind off the thread according to the following procedure.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Cut the thread with scissors beside the bobbin- b winding thread guide. Installing the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with thread. a CAUTION ● Use a bobbin that has been correctly wound with thread, otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. a Bobbin-winding thread guide Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left, and c then remove the bobbin from the shaft.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— a twice to raise the needle, and then raise the Press (Needle position button) once or f your right hand. Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case with presser foot lever. a 1 b • Be sure to insert the bobbin correctly. a Needle position button b Presser foot lever CAUTION ● Be sure to insert the bobbin and depress it to the bottom with your finger. Otherwise, the thread may break or the thread tension will be incorrect.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Note z If the thread is not correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case, it may cause incorrect thread tension (page 64). a a Tension-adjusting spring i Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the Reattach the bobbin cover. bobbin cover, and then lightly press down on the right side. b a 2 1 a Tab b Lower-left corner X The bobbin threading is finished.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Upper Threading This section describes how to position the spool for the upper thread, and then thread the needle. 1 a a Mark on handwheel If you use threads other than those listed above, the pattern may not turn out correctly. CAUTION ● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is not correct, the thread may become tangled or the needle may bend or break.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— c twice to raise the needle. Press Threading the upper thread (Needle position button) once or Set the spool of thread on the spool pin, and then thread the machine. a Memo z Use embroidery thread, or country embroidery thread intended for this machine to get attractive finishes. If you use other threads, the pattern may not turn out correctly. z Before threading the upper thread, check the appropriate thread for the selected pattern.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— f return the spool pin to its original position. Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin and Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the right as shown, with the rounded side on the left. h and to the front. Pass the thread behind the thread guide cover While holding the thread near the spool with your right hand, pull the thread with your left hand as shown below.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— j thread take-up lever as shown below. Make sure that the thread is passed into the l embroidery foot. Lower the presser foot lever to lower the a a Thread take-up lever Memo z If the needle is not raised, you cannot pass the thread into the thread take-up lever. Be sure to press the needle position button to raise the needle before passing the thread into the thread take-up lever. k guide.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— o side of the machine as much as possible to Lower the needle threader lever on the left p Raise the needle threader lever slowly. Ta make the hook turn. a 1 a Needle threader lever q the loop of the thread through the eye of the Raise the presser foot lever, and carefully pull a Needle threader lever needle to pull out the end of the thread.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— ■ Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader) When using specialty thread, such as transparent nylon thread which cannot be used with the needle threader, thread the needle as described below. Thread the machine to the needle bar thread a through k on "Threading the upper thread" (page 38). a guide according to steps b Lower the presser foot lever.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Preparing the Fabric After attaching a stabilizer material to the embroidery fabric, it is stretched on an embroidery frame. a the embroidery frame being used. Prepare stabilizer material that is larger than Attaching a stabilizer material to the fabric Attach a stabilizer material for embroidery to the fabric to prevent poor quality embroidery designs. a c b Memo z We recommend the optional stabilizer material for embroidery.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— a screw and remove the inner and outer frames, Loosen the embroidery frame adjustment Setting the fabric in the embroidery frame The fabric is stretched in the embroidery frame. If the fabric is loose, the quality of the embroidery pattern may be poor. Put the fabric in the frame without slack following the steps below. Have a fabric with a stabilizer material attached and the embroidery frame (medium, small or large) ready.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— e without loosening the adjustment screw. Gently remove the fabric from the frame g any slack in the fabric by hand. The goal is to Tighten the adjustment screw while removing have a drum-like sound when the stretched fabric is struck lightly. 1 Memo z This precautionary step will help reduce pattern distortion while embroidering. f fabric again, lining up Press the inner frame in from the top of the on the inner frame and on outer frame.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— b Place the embroidery sheet on the inner frame. a ■ Embroidery on fabrics that cannot be stretched on an embroidery frame When small pieces of fabric that cannot be stretched on an embroidery frame or thin pieces like ribbon are being embroidered, use stabilizer material as a base to stretch on the frame. We recommend stabilizer material for all embroidery.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Attaching the Embroidery Frame This section describes how to attach the embroidery frame. e the embroidery carriage frame holder from the Firmly insert the embroidery frame guide into Attaching the embroidery frame Wind the embroidery bobbin thread onto the a bobbin and set it into the bobbin case. • For details, refer to "Winding/Installing the Bobbin" (page 29). b top.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— d foot while raising the presser foot lever even Pass the embroidery frame under the presser Removing the embroidery frame further. Make sure that the machine is completely stopped and follow the instructions below. a Raise the presser foot lever.
2 EMBROIDERY The steps for embroidering are described in this chapter. Selecting Embroidery Patterns.................................................................................50 Embroidering...........................................................................................................57 Editing and Saving Patterns .....................................................................................62 Using the Memory Function ..............................................................
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Selecting Embroidery Patterns This section provides details on the various types of embroidery patterns available and the procedure for selecting a pattern. Copyright information The patterns saved in the 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.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— NEEDLE COUNT: Needle progress number Setting for embroidering Setting the display while embroidering (Next page Press (Settings key) and then key). Then, select the item by pressing . NAME OF COLOR: Typical color name 2 #123: Thread color number TIME: Time required for embroidering Select from the following thread color number sets (The display above is an example when EMBROIDERY (POLYESTER) THREAD# is selected.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— DISPLAY UNIT The measurement units that are displayed can be selected. [mm/inch] Press this key to change the thread settings. Press this key to select or cancel programmed thread cutting. When programmed thread cutting is set, the thread is cut automatically after reinforcement. Press or to change the thread density (characters and frame patterns only). ■ LCD button Press this key to adjust the pattern.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Selecting alphanumeric characters Specify the characters for embroidery. Memo z When "The pattern is too large for the embroidery frame" is displayed, no more characters can be entered. z Characters of different style (sans serif, serif and outline, etc.) cannot be combined. Back one color Forward one color Back one stitch Forward one stitch a Select the alphanumeric characters. b Select the character style. c Enter the characters.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Selecting an embroidery pattern There are 70 embroidery patterns, such as flowers and animals, saved in the machine's memory. 70 Embroidery patterns Memo z Refer to "Embroidery Pattern Color Change Table" in the Quick reference guide for samples of completed patterns and the thread used. a Press . X The pattern selection screen is displayed. b Switch the screen using Select the pattern. key) and (Previous page (Next page key).
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Selecting a frame pattern 10 shapes, such as squares and circles, can be combined with 12 stitch types. Memo z Refer to "Frame patterns" in the Quick reference guide for frame pattern shapes and stitches. a Press . Using an embroidery card If an embroidery card is used, you can embroider patterns other than the patterns saved in the machine. There are various cards with different themes. Note X The frame shape selection screen is displayed.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— b card slot on the right side of the machine. Insert the embroidery card in the embroidery Face the arrow on the embroidery card toward you, and insert it in the direction of the arrow. c Turn on the machine. d Press on the screen. X This selection screen for the patterns saved in the card is displayed. e The operation is the same as in "Selecting an Select a pattern. embroidery pattern" (page 54).
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Embroidering After the preparations are done, you can try embroidering. This section describes the steps for embroidering and appliquéing. Note z Before embroidering, check that there is enough thread in the bobbin. If you continue embroidering without enough thread in the bobbin, the thread may tangle. z When embroidering on large garments (especially jackets or other heavy fabrics), do not let the fabric hang over the table.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Example: Embroidery thread number selected Embroidering a pattern Embroidery patterns are embroidered with a change of thread after each color. a on the screen.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— d Lower the presser foot lever. g of the stitching. Use scissors to cut the thread at the beginning Cut the thread at the edge of the stitching. a a Presser foot lever e Press 2 (Start/stop button). Note z If the thread is left at the beginning of the stitching, it may be sewn over as you continue embroidering the pattern, making it very difficult to deal with the thread after the pattern is finished. Trim the thread at the beginning.
EMBROIDERY k ————————————————————————————————————————————— Remove the upper thread. Appliquéing Note z Be sure to raise the presser foot lever before removing the upper thread. If you remove the upper thread with the embroidery foot lowered, it may cause malfunction. l and repeat steps Set up embroidery thread for the next color, b through h . Prepare the base fabric and the appliqué fabric (appliqué piece).
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— d and cut it out along the cut-out line. Remove the fabric from the embroidery frame, h adhesive to the back of the appliqué piece, and Apply a thin layer of fabric glue or spray Cut carefully along the stitching and remove the thread. • If it is not cut right on the stitching, it will not be finished neatly. attach it in the appliqué position. i Lower the presser foot lever, and press (Start/stop button). e frame.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Editing and Saving Patterns This section describes ways to edit, adjust, reposition and memorize patterns. Adjusting the layout and the size c Check and adjust the layout. The pattern is normally positioned in the center of the embroidery frame. You can check the layout before starting embroidery and change the position and the size. Memo z Keys that appear surrounded with a dotted line (ex. ) cannot be used.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Size key Increases/decreases the size of Rotates the pattern 90 degrees to the left the pattern. Press to return to the previous screen. Rotates the pattern 90 degrees to the right Rotates the pattern 10 degrees to the left Rotates the pattern 10 degrees to the right Rotates the pattern 1 degree to the left Decreases size Rotates the pattern 1degree to the right Returns to original size.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— CAUTION ● Never lower the needle when the embroidery frame is moving. The needle may break or bend. ● 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 embroidery foot may strike the frame and possibly cause injury. d previous screen.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Adjusting the bobbin thread tension The bobbin case installed in this machine can be adjusted, if necessary, to accommodate the bobbin tension for embroidering. Using a small slotted screwdriver, turn the slottedhead (-) screw to adjust the bobbin case tension. 1 ■ Bobbin thread is too loose Bobbin thread appears slightly on the right side of fabric.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Connecting character patterns f Press to turn it to . If the character pattern is too long to fit in the embroidery frame, follow the steps below. Example: Connecting "ABC" with "DEF" a Enter "ABC" and press . X The stitching starting point is set to lower left of the design. g Lower the embroidery foot, and then press (Start/stop switch) to begin embroidering. h leaving the end of the thread longer than usual.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Use (change position keys) to move l the needle to the embroidery end position of "ABC". Resewing When the wrong upper thread color has been sewn, it can be resewn with the correct color. a machine. Press b Press c Press (Start/stop button) to stop the . 2 a a Embroidery end position m Lower the embroidery foot, and then press (Start/Stop button) to embroider "DEF". n thread. .
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Thread runs out partway through a design When the upper thread or the bobbin thread runs out while embroidering, the machine stops. Move the needle back about 10 stitches and resume embroidering. Stopping while embroidering If the embroidery is stopped before it is complete, check the current needle count and layout before turning off the machine.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— d Press . X The selected pattern is deleted, and the screen for selecting the embroidery pattern type is displayed. e h Press . i the beginning of the color you want to Press (Forward one color) to move to embroider. Turn off the machine. j the needle count. Press Note z Always remove the embroidery unit when you move the machine. (Forward one stitch) to increase If is pressed continuously, it moves forward 1 —> 9 —>30 stitches.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— 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.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— • Save embroidery data files in the root folder or folders on the root folder of the USB media. If an embroidery data file is saved in a folder on a sub-directory, that file cannot be retrieved by the machine. Save embroidery data files in the USB media as in the diagram below. *1) 2 a Root folder of the USB media b Sub-folder : Folder : Embroidery data file *1) Do not create a folder on a sub-folder.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— d pattern files). Copy the embroidery data (folders and/or Transferring embroidery patterns from the computer to machine Embroidery patterns can be transferred from a computer to the machine by using a USB media. Follow the procedure below. a observing the precautions of "Embroidery data Prepare embroidery data on the computer by precautions" (page 70 to 71).
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— f machine. Insert the USB media into the USB port on the Memo z Names of folders are displayed first in the shape of in the alphabetical order, then .pes files and then .dst files are displayed in the shape of in the alphabetical order. 2 a USB port (for a USB flash drive (USB flash memory)) b USB media g Press . X Folders and/or pattern files in the root folder of the USB media are displayed. z .
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— h wish to retrieve. Select the desired folder or the pattern you Switch screens using and i Select the pattern you wish to retrieve. (Previous page key) (Next page key). 1 1 • a Folder name (Displayed in up to 6 characters only when a folder is selected.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Saving patterns Select the pattern you wish to retrieve. (Previous page key) and (Next page key). b Switch screens using The embroidery patterns and the alphanumeric characters you have customized can be saved in the sewing machine's memory. Since the saved patterns will not be erased when the power is turned off, you can always retrieve them for embroidery. This is convenient for saving names and the like.
EMBROIDERY 76 —————————————————————————————————————————————
3 APPENDIX The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter. Care and Maintenance ............................................................................................78 Attaching the Embroidery Foot................................................................................80 Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................82 Upgrading Your Machine’s Software Using USB Media ..............
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Care and Maintenance Simple machine maintenance operations are described below. d the needle (page 28). Loosen the needle clamp screw and remove Cleaning the machine surface a If the surface of the machine is dirty, lightly soak a cloth in neutral detergent, squeeze it out firmly, and then wipe the surface of the machine. After cleaning it once with a damp cloth, wipe it again with a dry cloth.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— g remove any lint and dust from the race and Use the cleaning brush or a vacuum cleaner to bobbin thread sensor and their surrounding area. i the needle plate, and then slide the cover back Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover into on. a c a b a Needle plate cover a Cleaning brush b Race c Bobbin thread sensor CAUTION Note z Do not apply oil to the bobbin case.
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Attaching the Embroidery Foot This section describes how to attach the embroidery foot "Q". Attaching the embroidery foot b Turn off the machine. If you need to replace the embroidery foot, attach the embroidery foot "Q" as follows. CAUTION a z Before attaching the embroidery foot, be b a Embroidery foot bar b Caught by the presser foot holder screw CAUTION ● Always use the embroidery foot "Q" when embroidering.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— e the embroidery foot bar over the needle clamp While pressing in the lever with your finger, fit screw to attach the embroidery foot to the presser foot bar. c b a a Presser foot bar b Needle clamp screw c Embroidery foot bar CAUTION ● Do not hit the needle with your finger or the embroidery foot when attaching it. The needle may break or cause injury. ● Be sure to tighten the screw with the included screwdriver.
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Troubleshooting If the machine stops operating correctly, check the following possible problems before requesting service. You can solve most problems by yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at " http://solutions.brother.com ". If the problem persists, contact your dealer or the nearest authorized service center. Symptom The machine does not operate.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Symptom The upper thread breaks. Bobbin thread does not wind neatly on the bobbin. The lower thread is tangled or breaks. The thread is tangled on the wrong side of the fabric. The thread tension is incorrect. Probable Cause Remedy Reference There are knots or tangles in the thread. Remove any knots or tangles. The upper thread tension is too tight. Loosen the upper thread tension.
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Symptom The thread tension is incorrect. The upper thread is too tight. Stitches are skipped. A high-pitched noise is made while embroidering. The thread does not pass through the eye of the needle. The stitch is not sewn correctly. The needle threader lever does not lower to the correct position. The lamps do not come on. Nothing appears in the LCD. 84 Probable Cause Remedy Reference The thread tension is incorrect.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Symptom Embroidery unit does not move. Embroidery not neatly done. Probable Cause Remedy Reference No pattern selected. Select a pattern. page 50 The embroidery unit is not set up correctly. Set the embroidery unit up correctly. page 19 The fabric is not fully stretched on the embroidery frame. The fabric is loose. Stretch the fabric properly on the embroidery frame. page 44 No stabilizer material is attached.
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Error messages When erroneous operations are performed messages and advice on operation will be displayed on the LCD. Follow what is displayed. If you press or do the operation correctly while the error message is displayed, the message disappears. No Error Message Probable Cause 1 There is a possibility that the data for the selected pattern is corrupted. 2 The start/stop button was pressed at a screen other than the embroidery screen.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— No Error Message Probable Cause 9 The memory is full and the pattern cannot be saved. 10 You pressed the back key or the embroidery key when a pattern was selected. 11 You tried to select an embroidery pattern or change the layout when the needle was down. The machine is turned on while the needle is lowered and the embroidery unit is attached. 12 You tried to initialize the embroidery unit with the embroidery foot lowered.
APPENDIX No —————————————————————————————————————————————— Error Message Probable Cause 18 Bobbin thread has run out. Little bobbin thread remains. 19 When the embroidery unit is attached. 20 You tried to set a number of characters that will not fit within the frame. 21 The upper thread has become tangled around the bobbin case, and the needle is bent and hitting the needle plate, etc., so the machine stops (refer to page 82).
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Adjusting the LCD If nothing appears in the LCD when the machine is turned on, the brightness of the LCD is either too light or too dark. In such a case, perform the following operation. a Turn off the machine. ■ If the machine locks up, for example, because the thread is tangled The machine beeps for four seconds and the machine automatically stops. Be sure to check for the cause of the error, and correct it before continuing to embroider.
——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Upgrading Your Machine’s Software Using USB Media You can use USB media and a computer to download software upgrades for your sewing machine. When an upgrade program is available on our website at " http://solutions.brother.com ", please download the file(s) following the instructions on the website and steps listed below.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Index A F accessories ................................................................. 8, 9 adjusting layout ............................................................62 adjusting thread tension ......................................... 64, 65 air vent .........................................................................11 appliqué pattern selection .............................................60 attaching stabilizer material ...................
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— plug ..............................................................................18 power supply cord ........................................................18 power supply jack .........................................................18 power switch ......................................................... 11, 18 presser foot lever ...........................................................10 previous page key ....................................
XE8672-001 English 885-V55 Printed in China
