PANTONE 285 Black Fcombo_emb_cover GETTING READY EMBROIDERY APPENDIX Computerized Embroidery Machine English 882-U30 XD1628-051 Printed in Taiwan Operation Manual
——————————————————————————————————————————————————— IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please read these safety instructions before attempting to use the machine. DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock 1 Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using, when cleaning, when making any user servicing adjustments mentioned in this manual, or if you are leaving the machine unattended. WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— 6 This machine is not a toy: • Your close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children. • Do not use outdoors. 7 For a longer service life: • When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations. Do not use or store the machine near a space heater, iron, halogen lamp, or other hot objects. • Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the case.
——————————————————————————————————————————————————— 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.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Contents Introduction ........................................................................................................................5 Machine Features ................................................................................................................5 Accessories..........................................................................................................................6 Included accessories ...........................
——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Using an embroidery card (sold separately) .................................................................................................... 55 Embroidering.....................................................................................................................56 Embroidering attractive finishes....................................................................................................................... 56 Embroidering a pattern ..
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Introduction Thank you for purchasing this embroidery machine. Before using the 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.
——————————————————————————————————————————————————— Accessories Included accessories After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your retailer. 1. 2. 10. 11. 16. 3.* 4. 5. 12. 6. 7. 13. 14. 8. 9. 15. 17. *75/11 3 needles 90/14 1 needle No.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Optional accessories The following are available as optional accessories. 1. 2. 3. 5. No. 1 6. Part Name Brother poly #90 bobbin thread Water solude stabilizer 2 3 4 4. Stabilizer material for embroidery Embroidery card Embroidery set (small) H 2 cm X W 6 cm (H 1 inch X W 2-1/2 inches) Part Code Part Code No. Part Name U.S.A. / Canada Other 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 plate Pass the thread around the thread guide plate when threading the upper thread.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Needle and embroidery foot section Right-side/rear view a Thread guide disk 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 Pass the upper thread through the needle bar thread guide. b Handwheel 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 c d e b h f a LCD (liquid crystal display) (touch panel) Touch the keys displayed on the LCD to perform operations. For details, refer to “LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation” (page 20). b Back key Press to return to the previous screen. c Previous page key Press to display the previous screen when there are items that are not displayed on the LCD.
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1 GETTING READY The various preparations to start embroidering are described in this chapter. Embroidery Step by Step .........................................................................................14 Attaching the Embroidery Unit................................................................................15 Embroidery unit precautions ..............................................................................15 Attaching the embroidery unit .................................................
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Embroidery Step by Step The basic steps for embroidery are as follows. 1 Attaching the embroidery unit Attach the embroidery unit. (If the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine does not operate.) For details, refer to “Attaching the embroidery unit” (page 15). ↓ 2 Checking the needle Use a needle matched to the fabric. For details on replacing the needle, refer to “Replacing the needle” (page 36).
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Attaching the Embroidery Unit This section describes how to attach the embroidery unit. Before turning on the machine, attach the embroidery unit to it. If the embroidery unit is not attached, the machine does not operate. Embroidery unit precautions Cautions for the embroidery unit will be explained below. Attaching the embroidery unit Get the included embroidery unit ready. CAUTION ● Do not move the machine with the embroidery unit in place.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Be sure that no objects or hands are near the . d embroidery unit and press Removing the embroidery unit Make sure that the machine is completely stopped and follow the instructions below. • When an animation is displayed on the screen, the message above will be displayed if you touch the screen with your finger. X The carriage moves to its initial position. a Remove the embroidery frame.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Hold the release button on the bottom left of d the embroidery unit, and slowly pull the embroidery unit to the left. 1 a a Release button X The embroidery unit separates from the machine. CAUTION ● Do not carry the embroidery unit by holding the release button compartment.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Turning the Machine On/Off This section explains how to turn the machine on and off. 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.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Turning on the machine 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 15).) Turning off the machine When you are finished using the machine, turn it off. In addition, before transporting the machine to another location, be sure to turn it off. Make sure that the machine is completely a stopped.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) Operation From the LCD, patterns can be selected and edited, and operations for using the machine can be displayed (page 11). Viewing the LCD When the machine is turned on, the opening screen appears. The screen shown below appears after the confirmation message was displayed by lightly touching the LCD. (The machine can be set so that the opening screen is not displayed (page 21).
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Changing the machine settings Various machine operations and embroidery settings can be changed. The attributes that can be set are listed below. Attribute Icon Thread color display 1 Details Settings Changes the thread color display on the embroidery screen. Thread color/Time to embroider/ Needle count/Thread number (#123) (When “Thread No.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— a Turn on the machine. X The LCD comes on. b panel. Press (Settings key) on the operation Example: Changing the maximum embroidering speed X The settings screen appears. c Switch screens using Press the item to be set. and (Previous page key) (Next page key). d key). When settings are complete, press (Back X The initial screen appears again. Note z Settings that are changed are not lost when the power is turned off.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Press Checking machine operating procedures Displays simple explanations of setting upper thread / bobbin winding / setting bobbin thread / embroidery unit attachment / embroidery frame attachment / needle replacement on the LCD. a d next page. (Next page key) to switch to the Press (Previous page key) to return to the previous page. 1 Example: Upper threading Turn on the machine. X The LCD comes on. b Press (Help key) on the operation panel.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Winding/Installing the Bobbin This section describes how to wind the thread onto the bobbin, and then insert the bobbin thread. Place the bobbin on the bobbin winder shaft so c that the spring on the shaft fits into the notch in the bobbin. Bobbin precautions Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the bobbin. Press down on the bobbin until it snaps into place.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Place the spool of thread for the bobbin onto f the spool pin. Slide the spool onto the pin so that the spool is horizontal and the thread unwinds to the front at the bottom. Memo z When embroidering with fine, cross-wound thread, use the small spool cap, and leave a small space between the cap and the spool. b c a • If the spool is not positioned so that the thread unwinds correctly, the thread may become tangled around the spool pin.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— While holding the thread near the spool with h your right hand, as shown, pull the thread with your left hand, and then pass the thread behind the thread guide cover and to the front. Pass the thread under the hook on the thread j guide, and then wind it counterclockwise under the pretension disk. 1 1 1 a Thread guide cover i and then pull it to the right.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Pass the end of the thread through the guide l slit in the bobbin winder seat, and then pull Use scissors to cut the end of the thread n wound around the bobbin. the thread to the right to cut it. 1 1 a Guide slit in bobbin winder seat (with built-in cutter) Slide the bobbin winder shaft to the left, and o then remove the bobbin from the shaft. CAUTION ● Be sure to cut the thread as described.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case so that d the thread unrolls to the left. Installing the bobbin Install the bobbin wound with thread. CAUTION ● Use a bobbin that has been correctly wound with thread, otherwise the needle may break or the thread tension will be incorrect. • Be sure to insert the bobbin correctly. CAUTION ● The bobbin was designed specifically for this machine.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Pass the thread through the slot as shown, and f then pull the thread out toward the front. 1 1 a Cutter X The cutter cuts the thread. Note z Make sure that the thread is correctly inserted through the tension-adjusting spring of the bobbin case. If it is not inserted correctly, reinsert the thread. 1 a Tension-adjusting spring g Insert the tab in the lower-left corner of the Reattach the bobbin cover.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Upper Threading This section describes how to position the spool for the upper thread, and then thread the needle. 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. b foot. Raise the presser foot lever to raise the presser About the spool of thread Information about the spools of thread is described below.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— d Open the top cover. Slide the spool cap onto the spool pin. g Slide the spool cap as far as possible to the right, as shown, with the rounded side on the left. 1 e spool pin. Remove the spool cap that is inserted onto the 1 h right hand, pull the thread with your left hand, While holding the thread lightly with your and then pass the thread behind the thread guide cover and to the front.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— While using your right hand to lightly hold the j thread passed under the thread guide plate, pass the thread through the guides in the order shown below. Threading the needle This section describes how to thread the needle. 1 Memo z The needle threader can be used with sewing machine needles 75/11 through 100/16. z Thread with a thickness of 130/20 or thicker cannot be used with the needle threader.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Cut the thread with the cutter on the left side b of the machine. Lower the needle threader lever on the left d side of the machine until it clicks, and then slowly return the lever to its original position. 1 1 1 a Cutter a Needle threader lever Note z If the thread is pulled through and cannot be cut correctly, lower the embroidery foot so that the thread is held in place before cutting the thread. If this operation is performed, skip step c.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Raise the presser foot lever, pass the end of the e thread through the embroidery foot hole. Threading the needle manually (without using the needle threader) When using special thread, thread with a thickness of 130/20 or thicker which cannot be used with the needle threader, thread the needle as described below. Thread the machine to the needle bar thread a guide. X The upper threading is finished.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Replacing the Needle This section describes how to replace the needle. 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.
GETTING READY ———————————————————————————————————————————— Place fabric or paper under the embroidery Replacing the needle Replace the needle as described below. Use the screwdriver and a needle that has been determined to be straight according to the instructions in “Checking the needle” (page 35). a twice to raise the needle. Press (Needle position button) once or d foot to cover the hole in the needle plate.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— With the flat side of the needle toward the rear f of the machine, insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper. 1 1 a Needle stopper While holding the needle with your left hand, g use the screwdriver to tighten the needle clamp screw. CAUTION ● Be sure to insert the needle until it touches the needle stopper and securely tighten the needle clamp screw with the screwdriver, otherwise the needle may break or damage may result.
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2 EMBROIDERY The steps for embroidering are described in this chapter. Embroidering Neatly ........................... 40 Embroidering.......................................56 What to prepare............................. 40 Preparing the Fabric ............................ 42 Embroidering attractive finishes .....56 Embroidering a pattern...................57 Appliquéing ....................................59 Attaching a stabilizer material to the fabric ..................................
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Embroidering Neatly This section describes the preparations and basic procedures for embroidering. What to prepare ■ Stabilizer material Attach a stabilizer material for embroidery to the fabric to prevent poor quality embroidery designs. The following is necessary for embroidering. ■ Fabric Prepare the fabric for embroidery.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— ■ Needle Use a 75/11 home sewing machine needle. When embroidering on thick fabrics such as denim, use a 90/14 home sewing machine needle. Memo z A 75/11 needle is already installed when the machine is purchased. z When replacing the needle, refer to “Replacing the needle” (page 36). 2 ■ Other Embroidery frames “small”, “medium” and “extra large (multi-position)” are optional. For details, refer to “Optional accessories” (page 7).
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Preparing the Fabric After attaching a stabilizer material to the embroidery fabric, it is stretched on an embroidery frame. Prepare stabilizer material that is larger than Attaching a stabilizer material to the fabric a the embroidery frame being used. Attach a stabilizer material for embroidery to the fabric to prevent poor quality embroidery designs.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— 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, large or extra large (multi-position)) ready.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Press the inner frame in from the top of the c fabric. Line up on the inner frame and outer frame. on Press the inner frame in from the top of the on the inner frame and on outer frame. f fabric again, lining up 3 1 2 5 Tighten the adjustment screw by hand just d enough to secure the fabric.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— ■ Using embroidery sheets If the embroidery sheet attached to the embroidery frame is used, the pattern can be embroidered in exactly the right position on the fabric. Line the mark on the fabric up with the base c line on the embroidery sheet. 2 Place the inner frame with the fabric on the d outer frame and stretch the fabric. • For details, refer to page 43.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— ■ 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. Attaching the embroidery frame 1 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 24). b 2 1 a Lever Raise the presser foot lever.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Pass the embroidery frame under the c embroidery foot while raising the presser foot Removing the embroidery frame lever even further. Make sure that the machine is completely stopped and follow the instructions below. a Raise the presser foot lever. a CAUTION a Presser foot lever While pushing the lever of the embroidery b frame holder to the left, lift the embroidery frame up to remove it.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— 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 stored 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.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— LCD (liquid crystal display) operation The LCD (liquid crystal display) is operated using the operation keys on the operation panel. The use of the keys for embroidery will be explained below. ■ Operation keys DISPLAY UNIT The measurement units that are displayed can be selected. [mm/inch] EMBROIDERY TENSION The thread tension for embroidering can be adjusted. [-8 to +8] Returns to the previous screen.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— ■ LCD button Press this key when you want to change the color character by character in character embroidery. Since the machine stops at the end of each character, the upper thread is changed as you embroider. Press this key again to cancel multicolor. When a specific pattern is selected, press this key and then, press to switch the display. The embroidery settings such as the specified character string and color are confirmed.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Selecting 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 styles (sans serif, serif, and outline, etc.) cannot be combined. a Select the alphabet patterns. b Select the character style. c If a wrong character was selected, press Select the characters. .
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Select the pattern. b Switch the screen using key) and (Previous page (Next page key). 2 Memo z The alphabet pattern you created can be stored for later use. For details, refer to “Storing patterns” (page 63). / is pressed, the display of • When patterns moves backward/forward 10 patterns. Selecting an embroidery pattern There are total of 136 embroidery patterns, such as fruits and animals, stored in the machine's memory.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Select the stitch. Selecting a frame pattern 10 shapes, such as squares and circles, can be combined with 12 stitch types. c Switch the screen using (Previous page key) (Next page key), and select from the 12 stitches. Memo z Refer to “Frame patterns” in the Quick reference guide for frame pattern shapes and stitches. a Press the frame pattern. X The frame shape selection screen is displayed. b Switch the screen using Select the frame shape.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Insert the embroidery card in the embroidery Using an embroidery card (sold separately) b card slot on the right side of the machine. Face the arrow on the embroidery card toward you, and insert it in the direction of the arrow. If an embroidery card is used, you can embroider patterns other than the patterns stored in the machine. There are various cards with different themes.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Embroidering After the preparations are done, you can try embroidering. This section describes the steps for embroidering and appliquéing. Embroidering attractive finishes There are many factors that go into sewing beautiful embroidery. Using the appropriate stabilizer (page 42) and hooping the fabric in the frame (page 43) are two important factors mentioned earlier.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Example: Embroidery thread number selected Embroidering a pattern Embroidery patterns are embroidered with a change of thread after each color. Prepare embroidery thread of the color shown a on the screen.
EMBROIDERY c ————————————————————————————————————————————— Lower the presser foot lever. g Press h Press (Start/stop button) again. X The embroidery starts again and stops automatically with reinforcement after one color has been completed. When automatic thread cutting is set, the thread is cut. (Thread cutter button) once. 1 a Presser foot lever d Press (Start/stop button). 1 a Thread cutter button X The needle is raised and the threads are cut.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Remove the fabric from the embroidery frame, d and cut it out along the cut-out line. Appliquéing Cut carefully along the stitching and remove the thread. Prepare the base fabric and the appliqué fabric (appliqué piece). Press (Settings key), and set the thread color display to NAME OF COLOR, so “APPLIQUE MATERIAL”, “APPLIQUE POSITION” and “APPLIQUE” are displayed on the screen. a Select an appliqué pattern.
EMBROIDERY i ————————————————————————————————————————————— Lower the presser foot lever, and press (Start/stop button). Note z When “APPLIQUE MATERIAL”, “APPLIQUE POSITION” and “APPLIQUE” are displayed, a specific color thread does not appear. Use a proper color thread to match the appliqué piece. j change thread colors as you embroider.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Editing and Saving Patterns This section describes ways to edit, adjust, reposition and memorize patterns. Adjusting 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 cannot be used. a After selecting the embroidery pattern, press . X The embroidery screen is displayed.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Starting point key Moves the needle start position to align the needle with the pattern position. Memo z If you make a note of the values in the lower part of screen when you change the size and position, you can embroider with the same size and layout even if you have to turn the power back on in the middle of your work. • Press (Back key) to return to the previous screen. Layout key Press this key to move to rotation screen.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— d Press (Back key) to return to the original screen. Storing patterns The embroidery patterns and the alphabet patterns you have customized can be stored in the machine's memory. Since the stored patterns will not be erased when the machine is turned off, you can always recall them for embroidery. This is convenient for storing names and the like. You can store up to 12 patterns or 512 KB of data.
EMBROIDERY b ————————————————————————————————————————————— Select the pattern you wish to recall. Switch screens using and (Previous page key) (Next page key). Adjusting the thread tension If embroidery fails, it is difficult to undo the thread and the fabric may be damaged. Before embroidering, use a scrap of the same fabric to check the adjustment of the thread tension, etc. b a c To adjust the thread tension, press key).
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Thread runs out partway through a design Resewing When the wrong upper thread color has been sewn, it can be resewn with the correct color. Press a machine. b c Press Press Press (Start/stop button) to stop the . 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. a Set up the upper or bobbin thread. b Press . c Press .
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Stopping while embroidering c Press (Embroidery key). If the embroidery is stopped before it is complete, check the current needle count before turning off the machine. Memo z When the machine is turned off, the embroidery size and layout return to the original setting. Press a machine. (Start/stop button) to stop the X The confirmation message is displayed. d . Press Check the current needle count on the screen b and make a note of it.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— h Press . 2 i the beginning of the color you want to Press (Forward one color) to move to embroider. Press (Forward one stitch) to increase j the needle count. If is pressed continuously, it moves forward 1 —> 9 —> 30 stitches. Move forward to about 10 stitches before the total number of stitches confirmed in b. k Restart the embroidery.
EMBROIDERY ————————————————————————————————————————————— Bobbin Case Adjustment The bobbin case installed in this machine can be adjusted, if necessary, to accommodate the bobbin tension for embroidering. The insertion below describes how to adjust the bobbin tension for embroidery use. Using a small slotted screwdriver, turn the slotted-head (b) screw to adjust the bobbin case tension.
3 APPENDIX The various maintenance and troubleshooting procedures are described in this chapter. Care and Maintenance ............................................................................................70 Cleaning the machine surface ............................................................................70 Cleaning the race ...............................................................................................70 Attaching the Embroidery Foot............................................
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Care and Maintenance Simple machine maintenance operations are described below. Cleaning the machine surface 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.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— f 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. h the needle plate, and then slide the cover back Insert the tabs on the needle plate cover into on. a a Needle plate cover a c b CAUTION a Cleaning brush b Race c Bobbin thread sensor • Do not apply oil to the bobbin case.
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Attaching the Embroidery Foot This section describes how to attach the embroidery foot. Attaching the embroidery Foot “Q” c Raise the presser foot lever. Attach the embroidery foot “Q” when embroidering. Have the included embroidery foot “Q” and a screwdriver ready. a a Presser foot lever 1 • At the time of purchase, the presser foot lever is up.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Secure the embroidery foot with the presser f foot holder screw. Set the embroidery foot perpendicular. Firmly tighten the presser foot holder screw. g Turn the screwdriver toward the front. 3 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. If the problem persists, contact your retailer or the nearest authorized service center. Symptom The machine does not operate. Probable Cause Remedy Reference The machine is not turned on. Turn on the machine. page 19 The start/stop button was not pressed. Press the start/stop button.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Symptom Probable Cause Remedy Reference The thread is tangled, for example, in the bobbin case. Remove the tangled thread. If the thread is tangled in the bobbin case, clean the race. page 70 The needle is bent or blunt. Replace the needle. page 35 The needle is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the needle. The upper thread breaks. Bobbin thread does not wind neatly on the bobbin. The lower thread is tangled or breaks.
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Symptom Stitches are skipped. A high-pitched noise is made while embroidering. The thread does not pass through the eye of the needle. Probable Cause Remedy Reference The upper thread was not threaded correctly. Correct the upper threading. page 30 The needle is bent or blunt. Replace the needle. page 35 The needle is incorrectly installed. Correctly install the needle.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Symptom Embroidery not neatly done. Probable Cause Remedy Reference The fabric is not fully stretched on the embroidery frame. The fabric is loose. Stretch the fabric properly on the embroidery frame. page 43 No stabilizer material is attached. Always use stabilizer material for embroidery with stretch fabrics, thin fabrics, fabrics with a loose weave and fabrics where stitches easily contract.
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. Error Message Probable Cause There is a possibility that the data for the selected pattern is corrupted. The start/stop button was pressed at a screen other than the embroidery screen.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Error Message Probable Cause This message is displayed when the embroidery unit is trying to initialize while the embroidery foot is lowered. The needle position button or thread cutter button was pressed while the bobbin winder shaft is moved to the right. A pattern is being stored. The start/stop button was pressed when no pattern is selected. Bobbin thread has run out. Little bobbin thread remains.
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Error Message Probable Cause The machine was turned on before the embroidery unit was attached. The bobbin winder is winding the bobbin.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Adjusting the LCD If nothing appears on 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. Operation beep Each time a key is pressed you will hear one beep. If an incorrect operation is performed you will hear two or four beeps. ■ If a key is pressed (correct operation) One beep sounds.
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— Canceling the operation beep e Press (Back key). When the machine is purchased, it is set to beep each time an operation panel key is pressed. This setting can be changed so that the machine does not beep. a Turn on the machine. X The initial screen appears again. X The LCD comes on. Press b panel. (Settings key) on the operation X The settings screen appears. c Press (Next page key) three times. d Press OFF for the buzzer.
———————————————————————————————————————————————————— Index A H accessories ......................................................................6 air vent ...........................................................................9 appliqué .......................................................................59 handle ............................................................................9 handwheel ......................................................................9 help key ................
APPENDIX —————————————————————————————————————————————— R race ..............................................................................70 recalling a pattern .........................................................63 release button ...............................................................17 resewing .......................................................................65 S scissors ...........................................................................6 screwdriver .....................
PANTONE 285 Black Fcombo_emb_cover GETTING READY EMBROIDERY APPENDIX Computerized Embroidery Machine English 885-U30/U31/U32/U33/U40/U41/U42 XD1628-1212 Printed in China Operation Manual
