Baby Lock Embroiderypro BMP8 Instruction and Reference Guide

Important Safety Instructions

When using this machine, basic safety precautions should always be taken, including the following:

Read all instructions before using.

DANGER - To reduce the risk of electric shock:

1. The machine should never be left unattended while plugged in. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet immediately after using and before cleaning.

WARNING - To reduce the risk of burns, fire, electric shock, or injury to persons:

1. Do not allow this machine to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when the machine is used by or near children.

2. Use this machine only for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer as contained in this manual.

3. Never operate this machine if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water. Return the machine to the nearest authorized retailer or service center for examination, repair, and electrical or mechanical adjustment.

4. Never operate the machine with any air openings blocked. Keep ventilation openings of the machine free from the accumulation of lint, dust, and loose cloth.

5. Never drop or insert any object into any opening.

6. Do not use outdoors.

7. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where oxygen is being administered.

8. To disconnect, set the main power switch to the “{” position, which represents off, and then remove the plug from the outlet.

9. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

10. Keep fingers away from all moving parts. Special care is required around the machine needle.

11. Always use the proper needle plate. The wrong plate can cause the needle to break.

12. Do not use bent needles.

13. Set the main power switch to the “{” position when making any adjustments in the needle area, such as changing the needle.

14. Always unplug the machine from the electrical outlet when lubricating it or when making any other user servicing adjustments mentioned in the manual.

15. This sewing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.

16. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this machine.

17. Keep fingers out of all sewing machine openings, such as near the carriage, otherwise injuries may result.

18. If the LED light unit (light-emitting diode) is damaged, it must be replaced by authorized retailer.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

This machine is intended for household use.

FOR USERS IN THE UK, EIRE, MALTA AND CYPRUS ONLY

If this machine is fitted with a three-pin non-rewireable BS plug, then please read the following.

IMPORTANT

If the available socket outlet is not suitable for the plug supplied with this equipment, it should be cut off and an appropriate three-pin plug fitted. With alternative plugs, an approved fuse must be fitted in the plug.

NOTE

The plug served from the main lead must be destroyed as a plug with bared flexible cords is hazardous if engaged in a live socket outlet. In the event that the plug fuse must be replaced, 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.

WARNING DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE LETTER ‘E’, BY THE EARTH SYMBOL OR COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW.

The wires in this main lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue Neutral

Brown Live

As the colours of the wiring in the main lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.

The wire that is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the letter ‘N’ or coloured black or blue.

The wire that is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal that is marked with the letter ‘L’ or coloured red or brown.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of

Conformity (For USA Only)

Responsible Party: Tacony Corporation

1760 Gilsinn Lane, Fenton, Missouri 63026

declares that the product Product Name: Baby Lock Sewing Machine Model Number: BMP8

complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

• Consult the retailer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

• The enclosed interface cable should be used in order to ensure compliance with the limits for a

Class B digital device.

• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Tacony Corporation could void the user's

authority to operate the equipment.

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THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING OUR MACHINE

Your machine is one of the most advanced computerized household embroidery machines. To fully enjoy all the features available, we suggest that you study the manual before using the machine.

PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE

For safe operation

1. Be sure to keep your eye on the needle while sewing. Do not touch the handwheel, thread takeup lever, needle, or other moving parts.

2. Remember to turn off the power switch and unplug the cord when:

• Operation is completed

• Replacing or removing the needle or any other parts

• A power failure occurs during use

• Maintaining the machine

• Leaving the machine unattended

3. Plug the machine directly into the wall. Do not use extension cords.

For a longer service life

1. 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.

2. Use only neutral soaps or detergents to clean the machine. Benzene, thinner, and scouring powders can damage the machine, and should never be used.

3. Do not drop or hit the machine.

4. Always consult the manual when replacing or installing any assemblies, needle, or other parts to assure correct installation.

For repair or adjustment

In the event a malfunction occurs or adjustment is required, first follow the troubleshooting table at the back of this Operation Manual to inspect and adjust the machine yourself. If the problem persists, consult your local authorized Baby Lock retailer.

For additional product information and updates, visit our web site at www.babylock.com

License Agreement

The enclosed machine includes data, software and/or documentation (collectively “CONTENT”) that are proprietary products of Baby Lock, a division of Tacony Corporation (“BABY LOCK”). BY USING THE CONTENT, THE CUSTOMER ACCEPTS THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS AGREEMENT. BABY LOCK retains ownership of all rights to CONTENT and to the copies of the CONTENT included in this package. The CONTENT are licensed (not sold) to you (“CUSTOMER”) under the terms and conditions of this Agreement.

CUSTOMER is licensed to:

• Use the CONTENT in combination with an embroidery machine to create embroidery.

• Use the CONTENT in combination with an embroidery machine that CUSTOMER owns or uses, provided that the CONTENT is not used on more than one embroidery machine at a time.

• Use, sell or otherwise distribute the EMBROIDERY created by use of the CONTENT.

Except as otherwise provided herein, CUSTOMER may not:

• Allow more than one copy of the CONTENT to be available for use at any one time.

• Reproduce, modify, publish, distribute, sell, rent, sublicense or otherwise make available to others CONTENT.

• Distribute, rent, sublicense, lease, sell, transfer or assign the media card or CONTENT.

• Decompile, disassemble or otherwise reverse engineer the CONTENT or assist others to do the same.

• Alter, translate, modify or adapt the CONTENT or any part thereof for business, commercial or industrial purposes.

BABY LOCK retains all rights not expressly granted to CUSTOMER herein.

Nothing in this agreement constitutes a waiver of the rights of BABY LOCK under any law. This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the United States of America.

Please direct all inquiries concerning this Agreement in writing by regular mail, to Tacony Corporation, 1760 Gilsinn Lane, Fenton, Missouri 63026, Attention: Sewing machine division Sales and Marketing.

Warning Labels

The following warning labels are on the machine. Be sure to observe the precautions described in the labels.

Label locations

Please put a drop of oil onto the hook once a day before use.

Precautions

Concerning optional embroidery cards

• Do not disassemble or alter the embroidery cards.

• Do not forcefully bend, drop, scratch or place heavy objects on top of the embroidery cards.

• Do not allow the embroidery cards to become wet, such as with water, solvents, drinks or any other liquids.

• Do not use or store the embroidery cards in a location exposed to strong static electricity or electrical interference.

• Do not use or store embroidery cards in locations exposed to vibrations or impacts, direct sunlight, extreme dust (or lint), high temperatures, high humidity, severe temperature fluctuations, or strong magnetic forces (such as from speakers).

• While embroidery data is being recalled from the embroidery card, do not allow the machine to be exposed to vibrations or impacts, and do not attempt to remove the embroidery card from the machine.

• Store embroidery cards in their protective cases.

• If an embroidery card other than our original embroidery cards are used, the embroidery machine may not operate correctly. Be sure to use only recommended embroidery cards.

• Some licensed or copyright embroidery cards cannot be used with this embroidery machine.

• Embroidery cards sold overseas cannot be used with this embroidery machine.

• Only insert or remove embroidery cards while appears in the display or while the embroidery machine is turned off (see page 113).

Concerning USB media

• Do not disassemble or alter the USB media.

• Do not allow the USB media to become wet, such as with water, solvents, drinks or any other liquids.

• Do not use or store the USB media in a location exposed to strong static electricity or electrical interference.

• Do not use or store USB media in locations exposed to vibrations or impacts, direct sunlight, extreme dust (or lint), high temperatures, high humidity, severe temperature fluctuations, or strong magnetic forces (such as from speakers).

• While embroidery data is being recalled from the USB media, do not allow the machine to be exposed to vibrations or impacts, and do not attempt to remove the USB media from the machine.

• Some USB media may not be usable with this machine. Please visit our web site for more details.

• Only insert or remove USB media while appears in the display, or when prompted to change media by a message on the display (see page 138).

• For additional information, refer to the instruction manual included with the USB media that you have purchased.

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Machine Structure and Features

The thread colors assigned to the needle bars are

Six-needle machine embroidering

Your machine has six needles, each threaded with a different color of thread. It can sew embroidery patterns that contain several colors by automatically selecting the appropriate needle for each color. The mechanism that moves the needles up and down is called the needle bar, and the needle bars are in the needle bar case. The needle bars are named from right to left: needle bar 1, needle bar 2, needle bar 3, needle bar 4 , needle bar 5, and needle bar 6.

listed on the screen. Thread the needle bars as indicated.

1 The threads threaded on the needle bars are

indicated as shown here.

The spool pins, thread tension knobs, thread take-up levers and thread paths, mentioned when threading the upper thread, are different according to their corresponding needle bar number.

1 Needle bar 1 2 Needle 1 3 Needle bar case

The machine automatically assigns a thread color to each needle. If a needle is already threaded by a color that will be used on the next pattern the machine will assign the color to that needle, reducing the number of thread spool changes. This also means that the machine does not always assign colors according to the needle number, it assigns colors based on the currently threaded colors.

Memo

● Sewing is not necessarily performed in the order of the needle bar numbers.

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Not all six needles can be used to sew at the same time. Only one needle is moved to the embroidering position at a time. According to the sewing order, the needle bar case is moved to the left and right so that the needle bar and needle thread with the required color can be moved to the embroidering position.

1 Needle at the embroidering position

The needle is positioned over the hole in the needle plate 2.

When starting the machine, the presser foot is automatically lowered, and the embroidery is sewn while performing pulling thread from the materials at the thread trimming and while changing thread colors (moving the needle to be sewn within the embroidering). When sewing is finished, the machine stops. If the pattern uses seven or more thread colors, the machine will stop when it is necessary for the thread spools to be changed, and the corresponding instructions appear on the LCD.

Differences with single-needle machines

■ Can sew embroidery patterns using six or less colors without the need to replace the thread spools

With single-needle machines, the thread spool must be changed and the machine must be threaded each time a different thread color is used. With this machine, it is not necessary to change the thread spool or rethread the machine with embroidery patterns containing six or less colors. If total colors are less than 6 colors, and if total color change is more than 7 times, machine will come back to the needle that the machine is already used and sew the same color again automatically.

■ Automatic sewing reduces sewing time

Except to change the thread spools with patterns containing seven or more colors, once the machine is started, it continues to operate automatically, from lowering the presser foot to performing the specified operations at the starting and end positions in addition to changing the thread colors. Since the machine can change threads and finish stitching, sewing time is reduced.

■ Automatically pulls and holds the thread tails to the under side of fabric at the beginning and end of stitching

Since the machine automatically pulls the upper thread under the fabric at the beginning of a color, and pulls the upper thread from the fabric at the time of thread trimming, you don’t need to deal with the upper thread tail at all.

■ Automatically moves the embroidery frame to the embroidering position

With single-needle machine, in most cases, the embroidery pattern is centered in the frame and the fabric must be correctly positioned within the embroidery frame with the center of the desired embroidering position aligned with the center of the embroidery frame. However, with this machine, the embroidery frame is moved to determine the embroidering position, making it easier to sew the pattern at any place in the frame. In addition, the embroidering position can be freely determined after the fabric is hooped and the embroidery frame is attached to the machine, regardless of how the fabric is positioned in the embroidery frame.

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■ Expanded thread color display feature enables

Other features

colors to be displayed in almost the true color

The colors and thread color numbers are stored in

■ Easy-to-read and easy-to-use LCD

Equipped with a large color LCD, the colors of an embroidery pattern can be previewed in a nearly realistic image. In addition, since the LCD is a touch panel, the keys that are displayed can be touched to easily perform operations.

the machine’s memory. From this thread color library, you can select colors to create your own color thread table. If the pattern colors are changed using this table, the pattern can be displayed with only the thread colors that you have. In addition, the embroidery pattern can be displayed as it would appear after it is embroidered.

■ Safety mechanism

The machine is equipped with a locking mechanism that helps prevent injuries from accidental operation. The machine can only be started after the machine is unlocked. The color of the start/stop button changes to inform you of whether or not the machine is locked.

Lit in red Flashing in green

The machine is locked.

The machine can be started.

■ Wide selection of built-in thread color information

The thread color information for manufacturers’ threads is available, making it easy to choose the appropriate thread color.

■ Automatic needle-threading mechanism

Using the automatic needle-threading mechanism, the needle can easily be threaded.

■ USB Type “B” (function) port connector available as standard equipment

If a computer is connected to the machine through the included USB cable, embroidery patterns can be recalled from the computer.

Available features

Designs with a maximum size of 200 mm (H) × 300 mm (W) (7-7/8 inches (H) × 11-3/4 inches (W)) can be embroidered. If the optional cap frame is used, embroidery can be sewn on caps.

■ Various built-in patterns

In addition to the many lettering patterns, embroidery patterns and frame patterns built into the machine, if an optional embroidery card is used, many more embroidery patterns are available.

■ Embroidery pattern editing

Lettering and embroidery patterns can be combined or a text arrangement can be specified to arrange the patterns. The machine can also be set to repeatedly sew the same pattern.

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Manual Structure

This manual is constructed as described below.

Read before use

Chapter 1: Getting Ready

The setup of the embroidery machine and the various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter.

Chapter 2: Embroidering Tutorial

This chapter describes the basic embroidering operations in order—from turning on the machine and sewing a pattern to finishing sewing. Follow the steps of the tutorial to embroider a pattern and master the operation of this embroidery machine.

Chapter 3: Other Basic Procedures

This chapter provides explanations on operations other than those described in chapter 2, such as when sewing a pattern with seven or more colors, and other necessary operations, for example, to change the needle.

Read when additional information is required

Chapter 4: Embroidering Settings

This chapter contains descriptions on the various embroidering settings, which make editing patterns simple.

Chapter 5: Selecting/Editing/Saving Patterns

This chapter provides details on selecting, editing and saving embroidery patterns.

Chapter 6: Basic Settings and Help Feature

This chapter contains descriptions on the use of the settings key, the machine operations key and the help key. Details on changing the basic embroidery machine settings and viewing operations on the LCD will be provided.

Chapter 7: Appendix

This chapter provides descriptions of techniques for various embroidering operations, pointers for creating beautiful embroidery, and details on maintenance procedures and corrective measures that should be taken when a problem occurs.

Searching for information

■ Searching the manual By title

Check the descriptions at the left for the contents of each chapter, and then check the table of contents. For basic operations, refer to the list of titles on the first page of chapter 2. Find the appropriate page by using the thumbtabs on the right edge of the pages.

By keyword

Search the index at the end of this manual. Look for the desired keyword, and then refer to the page that is indicated.

By screen

Descriptions of the keys and other information that appear in the main LCD screens are provided in the tables on pages 49 to 57. For details, refer to the page that is indicated.

By condition

Various possible conditions and the corresponding operations are described on page 58. For details, refer to the page that is indicated.

■ Searching the machine

This machine is equipped with a help feature.

Learning how to perform an operation

Touch the machine operations guide key, and then check for the desired information. For details on using the machine operations guide key, refer to page 153.

Learning how to use a screen feature

Touch the help key, and then check for the desired information. For details on using the help key, refer to page 155.

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Contents

Important Safety Instructions ................................................................................................i

License Agreement ...............................................................................................................v

Warning Labels.................................................................................................................... vi

Precautions......................................................................................................................... vii

Concerning optional embroidery cards ............................................................................................................ vii

Concerning USB media.................................................................................................................................... vii

Machine Structure and Features........................................................................................ viii

Six-needle machine embroidering................................................................................................................... viii

Differences with single-needle machines .......................................................................................................... ix

Other features .................................................................................................................................................... x

Available features.............................................................................................................................................. xi

Manual Structure................................................................................................................xii

Read before use ............................................................................................................................................... xii

Read when additional information is required.................................................................................................. xii

Searching for information................................................................................................................................. xii

Contents ............................................................................................................................ xiii

GETTING READY 1

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions ......................................................................2

Front view.......................................................................................................................................................... 2

Right-side/rear view ........................................................................................................................................... 3

Operation panel.................................................................................................................................................3

Included Accessories ............................................................................................................4

Accessories ........................................................................................................................................................ 4

Optional Accessories ............................................................................................................5

Setting Up the Machine ........................................................................................................6

Setup and transporting precautions ....................................................................................................................6

Setup location.................................................................................................................................................... 7

Setting up the machine....................................................................................................................................... 8

Adjusting the operation panel position............................................................................................................... 9

Preparing the thread guide assembly ................................................................................................................ 10

Positioning the spool stand............................................................................................................................... 11

Attaching the embroidery frame holder............................................................................................................ 11

EMBROIDERING TUTORIAL 13

Operating Precautions........................................................................................................ 14

Power supply precautions ................................................................................................................................ 14

Needle precautions..........................................................................................................................................15

Checking the needle ........................................................................................................................................ 15

Bobbin precautions ..........................................................................................................................................15

Upper thread recommendations....................................................................................................................... 16

Fabric recommendations.................................................................................................................................. 16

Display recommendations................................................................................................................................ 16

Basic Procedures ................................................................................................................17

Installing the Bobbin ..........................................................................................................18

Removing the bobbin case ............................................................................................................................... 18

Installing the bobbin ........................................................................................................................................ 19

Installing the bobbin case................................................................................................................................. 19

Turning ON the Machine ................................................................................................... 20

Understanding the screens ...............................................................................................................................21

Screen overview............................................................................................................................................... 22

Selecting an Embroidery Pattern ........................................................................................ 23

Selecting an embroidery pattern....................................................................................................................... 24

Editing the Embroidery Pattern........................................................................................... 25

Continuing to the embroidering settings screen................................................................................................ 25

Specifying Embroidering Setting......................................................................................... 26

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Previewing the Image ......................................................................................................... 27

Checking a preview image............................................................................................................................... 27

Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame..................................................................... 28

Hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame..................................................................................................... 28

Attaching the Embroidery Frame to the Machine ............................................................... 30

Attaching the embroidery frame....................................................................................................................... 30

Checking the Embroidery Area...........................................................................................32

Continuing to the embroidering screen ............................................................................................................ 32

Upper Threading ................................................................................................................33

Checking the needle bars and thread colors.....................................................................................................33

Upper threading...............................................................................................................................................35

Threading the needle ....................................................................................................................................... 39

Sewing the Embroidery....................................................................................................... 42

Starting embroidering.......................................................................................................................................42

Stopping embroidering..................................................................................................................................... 44

Checking the Thread Tension .............................................................................................45

Removing the Embroidery Frame and Fabric......................................................................46

Removing the embroidery frame ...................................................................................................................... 46

Removing the fabric ......................................................................................................................................... 46

Turning OFF the Machine................................................................................................... 47

Screen Quick Reference Guide ..........................................................................................49

Key displays..................................................................................................................................................... 49

Common screen controls ................................................................................................................................. 49

Understanding the pattern type selection screen .............................................................................................. 50

Understanding the pattern list screen ............................................................................................................... 51

Understanding the pattern editing screen ......................................................................................................... 52

Understanding the embroidering settings screen .............................................................................................. 54

Understanding the embroidering screen...........................................................................................................56

When You Have a Question, This May Help You ...............................................................58

TECHNICAL TERMS:........................................................................................................................................ 58

PATTERNS: ...................................................................................................................................................... 59

EMBROIDERING: ............................................................................................................................................ 59

OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES 61

Resume the Operation Being Performed Before the Machine Was Turned OFF................. 62

Changing the Needle .......................................................................................................... 63

Replacing the needle........................................................................................................................................ 63

Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames.............................................................................65

Embroidery frame types and applications......................................................................................................... 65

Attaching Iron-On Stabilizer (Backing) to Fabric ............................................................... 66

Hooping the Fabric............................................................................................................. 67

Hooping the fabric in the extra-large and large embroidery frames .................................................................. 67

Using the embroidery sheet.............................................................................................................................. 68

Large/small pieces of fabric..............................................................................................................................69

Embroidery Frame Position and Movement........................................................................70

Changing the Embroidering Position .................................................................................. 72

Adjusting the angle ..........................................................................................................................................73

Embroidering a Pattern Containing Seven or More Colors ................................................. 75

Checking if thread spool changes are necessary ............................................................................................... 75

Changing the Thread Spools with Designs of Seven or More Colors ..................................77

Change thread spools message ......................................................................................................................... 77

Easily changing the thread spools.....................................................................................................................78

If the Thread Breaks or the Bobbin Thread Runs Out While Embroidering ........................79

If the upper thread breaks................................................................................................................................. 79

If the bobbin thread breaks or runs out.............................................................................................................80

Embroidering From the Beginning or Middle of the Pattern ............................................... 81

Resume Embroidering After Turning OFF the Machine ...................................................... 83

Adjusting the Thread Tension .............................................................................................85

Adjusting the tension of the bobbin thread ....................................................................................................... 85

Adjusting the tension of the upper thread ......................................................................................................... 86

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EMBROIDERING SETTINGS 87

Automatic Lock Stitch Setting ............................................................................................ 88

Starting/Ending Position Settings ........................................................................................ 89

Repeatedly sewing a pattern along a diagonal.................................................................................................. 90

Maximum Sewing Speed Setting.........................................................................................91

Setting the Machine to Stop at Color Changes ................................................................... 92

Stopping the machine at the next color change ................................................................................................ 92

Specifying pause locations before embroidering............................................................................................... 92

Temporary Needle Bar Setting ........................................................................................... 94

Reserved Needle Bar Settings .............................................................................................96

SELECTING/EDITING/SAVING PATTERNS 99

Embroidery Data Precautions...........................................................................................100

Selecting an Embroidery Pattern ...................................................................................... 102

General pattern selection ............................................................................................................................... 102

Embroidery patterns.......................................................................................................................................104

Floral alphabet patterns.................................................................................................................................. 105

Frame patterns ............................................................................................................................................... 106

Alphabet patterns........................................................................................................................................... 107

Monogram and frame designs ........................................................................................................................ 109

Embroidery patterns stored in the machine.....................................................................................................112

Embroidery cards (optional) ...........................................................................................................................113

Computer (USB)............................................................................................................................................. 114

USB media (Commercially Available) ............................................................................................................117

Editing the Embroidery Pattern (Pattern Editing Screen) .................................................. 120

Combining patterns........................................................................................................................................ 120

Selecting the pattern to be edited ................................................................................................................... 121

Moving a pattern............................................................................................................................................ 121

Flipping a pattern horizontally .......................................................................................................................122

Flipping a pattern vertically............................................................................................................................ 122

Changing the size of a pattern ........................................................................................................................122

Rotating a pattern...........................................................................................................................................123

Changing the text arrangement of a character ................................................................................................ 124

Changing the character spacing ..................................................................................................................... 125

Changing the thread density (only for some character and frame patterns) .....................................................126

Specifying multi-color text ............................................................................................................................. 127

Changing the colors of the pattern.................................................................................................................. 128

Deleting a pattern .......................................................................................................................................... 129

Editing the Embroidery Pattern (Embroidering Settings Screen) .......................................130

Rotating the entire pattern.............................................................................................................................. 130

Creating a repeating pattern ........................................................................................................................... 131

Changing the colors of the pattern.................................................................................................................. 132

Editing a Combined Pattern..............................................................................................133

Saving Embroidery Patterns ..............................................................................................137

Machine’s Memory ........................................................................................................................................137

If the Embroidery Pattern Cannot Be Saved .................................................................................................... 137

USB Media (Commercially Available) ............................................................................................................138

BASIC SETTINGS AND HELP FEATURE 141

Using the Settings Key ...................................................................................................... 142

Understanding the settings screen .................................................................................................................. 142

Adjusting the brightness of the LCD ...............................................................................................................144

Turning the buzzer on or off........................................................................................................................... 144

Changing the language................................................................................................................................... 145

Changing the units of measurements .............................................................................................................. 145

Changing the display guides...........................................................................................................................145

Changing the thread color information...........................................................................................................147

Display expanded thread color ...................................................................................................................... 148

Custom thread table settings........................................................................................................................... 149

Specifying jumpstitch trimming / “DST” jump codes for trimming .................................................................. 151

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Deleting short stitches.................................................................................................................................... 152

Specifying the remaining length of thread ...................................................................................................... 152

Using the Machine Operations Guide Key ....................................................................... 153

Using the Help Key........................................................................................................... 155

APPENDIX 157

Appliqué Sewing............................................................................................................... 158

Sewing appliqué patterns ............................................................................................................................... 158

Using a frame pattern to create appliqués (1) .................................................................................................159

Using a frame pattern to create appliqués (2) .................................................................................................160

Helpful Tips for the Operation of the Machine ................................................................ 162

Checking the thread tension of built-in patterns ............................................................................................. 162

Sewing a pattern aligned with a mark on the fabric........................................................................................163

Color thread table .......................................................................................................................................... 165

Colors of Tajima (.dst) embroidery data.......................................................................................................... 165

Creating Beautiful Embroidery .........................................................................................166

Threads .......................................................................................................................................................... 166

Stabilizers (Backing) .......................................................................................................................................167

Hooping Techniques...................................................................................................................................... 168

Fabric/stabilizer compatibility chart ............................................................................................................... 169

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Attaching an optional embroidery frame for industrial embroidery machines .................170

Using the Optional Cap Frame ......................................................................................... 171

Cap frame and its accessories.........................................................................................................................171

Types of caps .................................................................................................................................................172

Fabric precautions.......................................................................................................................................... 173

Preparing to use the cap frame....................................................................................................................... 173

Attaching the standard cap frame to the mounting jig and putting a cap into the frame .................................. 178

Attaching the advanced cap frame to the mounting jig and putting a cap into the frame ................................ 182

Installing the embroidery frame holder........................................................................................................... 187

Additional digitizing information.................................................................................................................... 188

Using the Optional Bobbin Winder .................................................................................. 190

Precautions .................................................................................................................................................... 190

Optional bobbin winder and its accessories ................................................................................................... 190

Setting up the optional bobbin winder ........................................................................................................... 191

Connecting the AC adapter ............................................................................................................................ 191

Winding the bobbin .......................................................................................................................................192

Maintenance.....................................................................................................................195

Cleaning the LCD........................................................................................................................................... 195

Cleaning the machine surface ........................................................................................................................195

Cleaning the hook .......................................................................................................................................... 195

Cleaning around the needle plate................................................................................................................... 196

Cleaning the bobbin case ............................................................................................................................... 197

Oiling the machine ........................................................................................................................................ 198

Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................................200

On-screen troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................200

Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................201

Error messages ............................................................................................................................................... 209

If the LCD cannot be read .............................................................................................................................. 215

If the machine does not respond when a key is pressed.................................................................................. 215

Specifications ................................................................................................................... 217

Embroidery machine specifications................................................................................................................ 217

Index ................................................................................................................................ 218

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1 GETTING READY

After unpacking the machine, first refer to “Included Accessories” on page 4, and check that all listed accessories are included. After checking that all accessories are included, the embroidery machine can be set up. The setup of the machine and the various preparations required before starting to sew are described in this chapter.

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions ...........................................................2

Front view / 2 Right-side/rear view / 3

Operation panel / 3

Included Accessories .................................................................................................4

Accessories / 4

Optional Accessories.................................................................................................5

Setting Up the Machine.............................................................................................6

Setup and transporting precautions / 6 Setup location / 7

Setting up the machine / 8 Adjusting the operation panel position / 9

Preparing the thread guide assembly / 10 Positioning the spool stand / 11

Attaching the embroidery frame holder / 11

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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.

Front view

1 Thread tension knobs

Adjusts the tension of the thread.

2 Needle bar case

The case moves to the left and right to move the needle to the embroidering position.

3 Carriage

Attach the embroidery frame to the carriage. When the machine is turned on or when the machine does embroidery, the carriage moves forward, backward, left and right.

4 Lower thread guide

5 Hook cover/Hook

Open the hook cover, and then insert the bobbin case into the hook.

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6 Thread guide

7 Thread guide assembly support

8 Spool stand

Put 6 thread spools to embroider.

9 Operation panel

0 Feet

Use the feet to adjust the height of the legs.

A Sewing light

B Thread guide pins

C Upper thread guide

D Middle thread guide

Right-side/rear view

1 USB Type “A” (host) port connector

When using USB media, plug the USB media into the USB Type “A” (host) port connector.

2 Embroidery card slot

Insert the embroidery cards (sold separately) into the embroidery card slot.

3 Handwheel

Rotate the handwheel to move the needle up and down. Be sure to rotate the handwheel counterclockwise.

4 USB Type “B” (function) port connector

When sending patterns from a computer to the machine, plug the USB cable from the computer into the USB Type “B” (function) port connector.

Bottom

5 Power supply plug

Insert the plug on the power supply cord into the power supply plug.

6 Main power switch

Use the main power switch to turn the machine ON (I) and OFF (

7 Ventilation slots

{).

Operation panel

1 Start/stop button

Press the start/stop button to start or stop machine. The lighting status and color of the button changes depending on the operation condition of the machine.

Lit in red

Flashing in green: When the machine can start

Lit in green : While the machine is sewing Off : When the machine is turned off

: When the machine cannot start

sewing

2 Thread trimming button

Press the thread trimming button to trim both the upper and the bobbin threads.

3 Automatic needle-threading button

Press the automatic needle threading button to thread the needle.

4 LCD (touch panel)

Touch the keys that appear on the touch panel to select and edit patterns and confirm various information.

Names of Machine Parts and Their Functions 3

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Included Accessories

After opening the box, check that the following accessories are included. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your retailer.

Accessories

The accessories listed below are included with this machine. Make sure to use the accessories supplied with this machine.

1. 2. 3.

4. 5. 6.

7. 8. 9.

10. 11. 12.

13. 14. 15.

16. 17. 18.

19. 20. 21.

22. 23. 24.

25. 26. 27.

28. 29. 30.

31. 32

No. Part Name Parts Code

1 Accessory case XC6482-051 2 Needle set (2 pcs.) XC6469-001 3 Prewound bobbin (6 pcs.) 91961-W 4 Spool net (6 pcs.) S34455-000 5 Seam ripper X54243-051 6 Scissors XC1807-121 7 Tweezers XC6542-051 8 Touch pen XA9940-051

9 Needle changing tool (Threader) XC4957-051 10 Needle plate spacer XC6499-051 11 Phillips screwdriver XC6543-051 12 Standard screwdriver X55468-051 13 Allen screwdriver XC5159-051 14 Offset screwdriver XC6545-051 15 Disc-shaped screwdriver XC1074-051 16 Wrench 13 x 10 XC6159-051 17 Oiler XZ0206-051 18 Clean brush X59476-051 19 Weight (L) XC5974-151 20 USB cable XD1563-051

Embroidery frame (extra large)

200 mm (H) × 300 mm (W) (7-7/8 inches (H) × 11-3/4 inches (W))

Embroidery frame (large)

130 mm (H) × 180 mm (W) (5-1/8 inches (H) × 7-1/8 inches (W))

Embroidery frame (medium)

100 mm (H) × 100 mm (W) (4 inches (H) × 4 inches (W))

Embroidery frame (small)

40 mm (H) × 60 mm (W) (1-1/2 inches (H) × 2-3/8 inches (W))

Embroidery sheet (extra large)

200 mm (H) × 300 mm (W) (7-7/8 inches (H) × 11-3/4 inches (W))

Embroidery sheet (large)

130 mm (H) × 180 mm (W) (5-1/8 inches (H) × 7-1/8 inches (W))

Embroidery sheet (medium)

100 mm (H) × 100 mm (W) (4 inches (H) × 4 inches (W))

Embroidery sheet (small)

40 mm (H) × 60 mm (W) (1-1/2 inches (H) × 2-3/8 inches (W))

29 Operation manual XD1138-051

30 Quick reference guide XD0764-051

31 Spool mat (6pcs.) XC7134-051

32 Spool cap (6pcs.) 130012-054

EPF300

EPF180

EPF100

EPF60

XC5704-051

XC5721-051

XC5759-051

XC5761-051

Optional Accessories

The following are available as optional accessories.

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

1. Advanced cap frame set

Parts Code: EPCF2

(See instructions on page 171.)

6. Embroidery card

2. Standard cap frame

Parts Code: EPCF

3. Advanced cap frame

Parts Code: EPCF-A

4. Hooping jig

Parts Code: EPCFJ

5. Bobbin winder set

Parts Code: EPBW1 (See instructions on page 190.)

Note

● All specifications are correct at the time of printing. Part Codes are subject to change without notice.

● Embroidery cards sold overseas, some licensed or copyright cards may not be compatible with this machine.

● Contact your nearest authorized retailer to order additional parts and optional accessories.

Memo

● Visit your Baby Lock retailer for a complete listing of optional accessories available for your machine.

● Use Baby Lock embroidery cards with your machine. Please see your retailer for availability of embroidery cards or visit the Baby Lock website at www.babylock.com

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Setting Up the Machine

The procedures for setting up the machine are described below. If the machine is not set up correctly, it may shake or produce loud noises and the embroidery will not be sewn correctly. An optional sewing stand is also available.

Setup and transporting precautions

CAUTION

● The temperature of the operating environment should be between 5 °C (40 °F) and 40 °C

(104 °F) . If the machine is operated in an environment that is either too cold or too hot, the machine may malfunction.

● Do not use the machine in a location where it will be exposed to direct sunlight, otherwise

the machine may malfunction.

● Set up the machine with four feet completely in contact with the desk or table, so that the

machine is level.

● Do not put anything under the embroidery machine that could block the ventilation slots at

the bottom toward the back and do not allow lint or dust to accumulate in the ventilation slots, otherwise the machine’s motor may overheat, resulting in a fire or in damage to the machine.

● The machine weight is approximately 37 kg (81 Ibs.). The transporting or setting up of the

embroidery machine should be performed by two people.

● When transporting the machine, be sure to lift it from the bottom at the indicated positions by

two people. Lifting the machine from any other area may damage the machine or result in the machine falling, which could cause injuries.

● When lightning occurs, turn off the machine and unplug the power supply cord. Lightning

may cause the machine to malfunction.

● Do not plug in the power supply cord until setup of the machine is completed, otherwise

injuries may result if the start/stop button is accidentally pressed and the machine starts sewing.

● When lubricating the machine, wear protective eyeglasses and gloves to prevent the oil or

grease from getting into your eyes or on your skin. Do not put the oil or grease into your mouth. Keep the oil and grease out of the reach of children.

Setup location

Setup the machine in a location that meets the following requirements.

• Position machine more than 50 mm (2 inches) from the wall

• Allow sufficient space around the machine

• Place no objects within the moving range of the embroidery frame

• Set-up machine near an electrical outlet

• Use a level and stable surface, such as a desk

• Use a surface that can support the weight of the machine (about 37 kg (81 Ibs.))

• Allow open space around the ventilation slots at the bottom toward the back

770 mm (30-5/16 inches)

More than 50 mm (2 inches)

589 mm (23-3/16 inches)

More than 350 mm (13-3/4 inches)

More than 250 mm (9-7/8 inches)

512 mm (20-5/32 inches)

More than 250 mm (9-7/8 inches)

CAUTION

● In order to prevent malfunctions or damage, do not set up the machine in a location exposed

to the following conditions.

Direct sunlight

Objects within the moving range of the embroidery frame

Insufficient space

Extremely high or extremely low temperatures (The operating environment should be between 5 °C (40 °F) and 40 °C (104°F)

Liquids, such as water

Extreme dust

Blocked ventilation slots

Connection to extension cords or multiple adapters

An unstable surface

Note

● For your safety: Since the machine weighs approximately 37 kg (81 lb.), do not set it up on an unstable table or desk.

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Setting up the machine

When setting up the machine, adjust the legs so that the machine is steady.

Make sure that all packing tape affixed to the

machine is peeled off and that all packing material is removed.

Set up the machine while making sure that

there is sufficient space around it.

More than 50 mm (2 inches)

589 mm (23-3/16 inches)

More than 350 mm (13-3/4 inches)

More than 250 mm (9-7/8 inches)

512 mm (20-5/32 inches)

More than 250 mm (9-7/8 inches)

Use the included wrench to turn the

adjustable foot nut on the foot.

Turning the nut in direction 1 lengthens the leg; turning the nut in direction 2 shortens the leg.

1 Adjustable foot nut

• Adjust all four legs so that they securely contact the desk or table.

After adjusting the legs to the desired length,

use the included wrench to tighten the nuts.

Adjust the legs so that the machine is steady.

Use the included wrench to loosen the lock nut on the leg that you wish to adjust.

1 Lock nut 2 Adjustable foot nut

X The foot can be turned.

1 Lock nut

Press down on each corner of the embroidery

machine to check that it is stable.

If it is still unstable, perform steps

5 again to adjust the legs.

3 through

Adjusting the operation panel position

Adjust the orientation and angle of the operation panel so it can easily be operated.

Adjust the orientation of the operation panel.

Loosen the thumb screw, adjust the operation panel to an easy-to-view orientation, and then tighten the thumb screw.

Loosen 2 thumb screws to bring the operation

panel forward.

1 Thumb screws

Adjust the operation panel to an easy-to-

operate position, and then tighten the thumb screws.

1 Thumb screw

Adjust the angle of the operation panel.

Loosen the 2 thumb screws behind the operation panel, adjust the operation panel to an easy-to-view angle, and then tighten the thumb screws.

(Side view) (Top view)

1 Thumb screws

Note

● Using the disc-shaped screwdriver

included, loosen and firmly tighten the five thumb screws.

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Using the Phillips screwdriver, loosen the

Preparing the thread guide assembly

screws on the left and right sides of the thread guide assembly and lift up the thread guide so that it is level.

Raise the thread guide assembly. Locate the included Phillips screwdriver.

Using the Phillips screwdriver, loosen the

screws on the left side of the thread guide

assembly support so that the thread guide assembly can be raised.

Remove screw 1, and then turn screw 2 three or four times to loosen it.

1 Loosen Screws

Tighten the screws on the left and right sides

of the thread guide assembly.

1 Remove the screw. 2 Turn the screw three or four times to loosen it.

Raise thread guide into position and tighten

screw2 on the left. Insert screw1 into right side of the thread guide assembly support and tighten.

1 Insert screw and tighten. 2 Tighten screw.

Note

● If the screws are not loosened enough, it

may not be easy to move the thread guide assembly support and the thread guide. Do not apply extreme force when moving the thread guide assembly support and the thread guide. Be sure that the screws are loosened well enough before moving these parts.

● Be sure to tighten each screw well enough

that the thread guide assembly support and the thread guide are secured.

Positioning the spool stand

Secure the spool stand in the embroidering position.

Loosen the thumb screw, and then open up

the spool stand to the left and right.

1 Thumb screw 2 Spool stand

After the spool stand is fully opened up,

tighten the thumb screw.

Attaching the embroidery frame holder

Attach the embroidery frame holder to the carriage.

Remove the two thumb screws of the

embroidery frame holder.

1 Thumb screws

Align the holes in the embroidery frame

holder with the pins on the frame-mounting plate of the carriage.

X Secure the spool stand in the opened

position.

1 Pins on the frame-mounting plate 2 Holes in the embroidery frame holder

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Secure the embroidery frame holder with the

two thumb screws.

1 Use the thumb screws removed in step 1.

Note

● Using the disc-shaped screwdriver included, firmly tighten the thumb screws.

This completes the preparation of the machine.

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Operating Precautions ............................................................................................ 14

Basic Procedures .....................................................................................................17

Screen Quick Reference Guide ...............................................................................49

When You Have a Question, This May Help You.................................................... 58

Installing the Bobbin

Turning ON the Machine

Selecting an Embroidery Pattern

Editing the Embroidery Pattern

Specifying Embroidering Setting

Previewing the Image

Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame

Attaching the Embroidery Frame to the Machine

Checking the Embroidery Area

Upper Threading

Sewing the Embroidery

Checking the Thread Tension

Removing the Embroidery Frame and Fabric

Turning OFF the Machine

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Operating Precautions

The necessary points to ensure the correct operation of this machine are described below.

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.

● If any of the following occur, turn off the embroidery machine and unplug the power supply

cord, otherwise a fire, an electric shock or damage to the machine may result.

• When you are away from the machine.

• After using the machine.

• If a power outage occurs while the machine is being operated.

• If the machine is not operating properly, for example, when there is a loose or cut connection.

• During electrical storms.

CAUTION

● Do not plug this machine in with extension cords or multi-plug adapters with many other

appliances plugged into them, otherwise a fire or an electric shock may result.

● Do not plug in or unplug the power supply cord with wet hands, otherwise an electric shock

may result.

● When unplugging the power supply cord, be sure to first turn off the machine, and then grasp

the plug when unplugging the cord. Pulling on the cord may damage it or result in a fire or an electric shock.

● Do not allow the power cord to be cut, damaged, modified, forcefully bent, pulled, twisted, or

bundled. In addition, do not place heavy objects on the cord or expose it to heat, otherwise damage to the cord, fire or an electric shock may result. If the power supply cord or its plug is damaged, stop using the machine, and then take the machine to your nearest authorized retailer for repairs before continuing use.

● If the machine is not to be used for a long period of time, unplug the power supply cord,

otherwise a fire may result.

Needle precautions

Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the correct choice of needle for your machine.

CAUTION

Your machine is designed to use household embroidery needles. The factory recommended

●

needle is “HAX 130 EBBR” (Organ). Schmetz needles 130/705 H-E may be used as a substitute. Use of any other needles may break the needle or thread or damage the needlethreading mechanism or result in injuries.

● Never use bent needles. Bent needles can easily break, possibly resulting in injuries.

Checking the needle

Sewing with a bent needle is extremely dangerous since the needle may break while the machine is being operated. Place the flat side of the needle on a flat surface and check that the distance between the needle and the flat surface is even. If the needle is bent or the tip of the needle is broken, replace the needle with a new one. (Refer to “Changing the Needle” on page 63.)

■ Good needle

Flat side

Needle type marking

Flat surface

■ Bad needle

If the distance between the needle and the flat surface is not even, the needle is bent. Do not use a bent needle.

Flat surface

Bobbin precautions

Be sure to observe the following precautions concerning the bobbin.

CAUTION

● Only use prewound bobbin (COATS “L” type/TRU-SEW POLYESTER “Filaments”) or bobbins

designed specifically for this machine. Use of any other bobbin may result in injuries or damage to the machine.

COATS

Polyester

● Use a bobbin thread that has been correctly wound, otherwise the needle may break or the

thread tension will be incorrect.

● When winding a bobbin, only use optional bobbin winder (refer to page 190) and metal

bobbins (Parts Code: 100376-053).

● When winding the bobbin, be sure to use cotton or spun polyester bobbin thread (between 74

dtex/2 and 100 dtex/2).

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Upper thread recommendations

Be sure to observe the following recommendations concerning the upper thread.

Note

● It is recommended that rayon or polyester embroidery thread be used (120 den x 2 / 135 dtex x 2 / 40 weight (in Americas and Europe) / #50 (in Japan)).

Fabric recommendations

Be sure to observe the following recommendations concerning the fabric.

Note

● Your machine can embroider fabric that is up to 1 mm (3/8 inch) thick. If thicker fabric is

sewn, the needle may bend or break.

● When embroidering overlapping stitches, it is difficult for the needle to penetrate the fabric,

possibly resulting in the needle bending or breaking.

Note

● Attach stabilizers to thin or stretch fabrics. (Refer to “Attaching Iron-On Stabilizer (Backing)

to Fabric” on page 66 for information)

● When embroidering large pieces of fabric, make sure that the fabric is not caught in the

carriage.

Display recommendations

Be sure to observe the following recommendations concerning the use of the display.

Note

● Only touch the display with your finger or included touch pen. Do not use a mechanical

pencil, screwdriver or any other hard or sharp object. In addition, do not apply extreme pressure to the display screen, otherwise damage to the display screen may result.

• All or part of the display screen may sometimes become darker or lighter due to temperature

changes. This is not a sign of a malfunction. If the display is difficult to read, adjust its brightness. (Refer to “If the LCD cannot be read” on page 215.)

• The display may be dark immediately after the embroidery machine is turned on. This is a

normal characteristic of the backlight and is not a sign of a malfunction. After approximately 10 minutes, the display should reach its normal level of brightness.

• If you are not directly facing the display, the colors may be distorted or the display may be

difficult to read. This is a normal characteristic of the display and is not a malfunction. Be sure to sit in front of the display while using it.

Basic Procedures

Basic embroidering procedures are described below. Check the overall procedure below, before operating the embroidery machine.

Tutorial

Procedure

1 Install the bobbin. p. 18 p.15

2 Turn on the machine. p. 20 p.14, 16

3 Select an embroidery pattern. p. 23

4 Edit the embroidery pattern. p. 25

5 Specify the embroidering settings. p. 26

6 Check the previewed image. p. 27

7 Hoop the fabric in the embroidery frame. p. 28 p. 16

8 Attach the embroidery frame to the machine. p. 30

9 Check the embroidery area. p. 32

10 Thread the upper threads. p. 33 p.15

Unlock the machine, then press the start/stop button to start embroidering.

(Once embroidering is completed, the machine automatically stops.)

12 Check the thread tension. p. 45

Operation

Reference

Page

p. 42

Operating Procedure Reference

Page

Remove the embroidery frame, and then remove the fabric from

the frame.

14 Turn off the machine. p. 47

(Example) Embroidery pattern The operations to embroider the pattern shown at the left are described on

the following pages. Although embroidering can continue without the pattern being edited or embroidering settings being specified, refer to page 120 for details on editing the patterns, and refer to page 87 for details on specifying embroidering settings. Descriptions of the keys and other information that appear in the main LCD screens are provided in the tables on pages 49 to 57. Use these tables for quick reference.

p. 46

The various operating precautions that must be observed during the basic procedures are provided on pages 14 to 16. These precautions must be strictly observed in order for the machine to function properly. Make sure to read these precautions.

Basic Procedures

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1. Installing the Bobbin

When the machine is purchased, only the bobbin case is installed in the hook. Insert a bobbin wound with bobbin thread for embroidering. For precautions concerning the bobbin, refer to page 15.

Grab the bobbin case latch, and remove the

Note

● The machine cannot indicate how much bobbin thread is remaining. Before starting to embroider make sure that there is enough bobbin thread for the pattern.

● Make sure to clean the bobbin case every time the bobbin is changed. For details on cleaning the bobbin case, refer to “Cleaning the bobbin case” on page 197.

Removing the bobbin case

bobbin case.

Open the hook cover.

Pull the hook cover toward you.

Pull the thread picker toward you.

1 Thread Picker

To gain access to the bobbin case easily, pull the thread picker toward front.

Note

● Thread picker is a device that is used to hold the thread when begining to sew or when trimming the thread.

1 Latch

■ Oiling the machine

After removing the bobbin case, apply oil to the machine. The race should be oiled. For details on oiling the machine, refer to “Oiling the machine” on page 198.

Note

● Put a drop of oil onto the hook once a day before use.

CAUTION

● The thread picker can only be moved

within a certain range. Do not pull it with extreme force.

Installing the bobbin

Installing the bobbin case

Insert the bobbin into the bobbin case.

Note

● Check that the thread winds off the bobbin clockwise as shown in the illustration. If the bobbin is installed with the thread winding off in the opposite direction, the embroidery will not be sewn correctly.

Pass the thread through the thread slit and

under the tension-adjusting spring.

Insert the bobbin case into the hook.

Insert the bobbin case while aligning the tab on the bobbin case with the notch in the hook, as shown in the illustration.

1 Tab 2 Notch

• Fully insert the bobbin case until it snaps into place.

1 Thread slit 2 Tension-adjusting spring

Pull the thread through the opening in the

tension-adjusting spring.

1 Pull out about 50 mm (2 inches) of thread.

Close the hook cover.

Memo

● This embroidery machine is not equipped

with a bobbin-winder. Use pre-wound (L type) bobbins.

● The optional bobbin winder (stand-alone

type) and optional metal bobbins can also be used. (Refer to page 5, 190.)

Installing the Bobbin

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2. Turning ON the Machine

Connect the power supply cord, and then turn on the embroidery machine. For precautions concerning the power supply, refer to page 14.

Plug the power supply cord into the machine.

Insert the plug of the power supply cord into a

household electrical outlet.

When the screen shown below appears after

the initial screen, touch .

X The pattern type selection screen appears,

and the start/stop button lights up in red.

The carriage moves to its initial position.

• If the number 1 needle bar is not already at the embroidering position, the needle bar case moves and the number 1 needle bar moves to the embroidering position.

CAUTION

● Make sure to keep your hands and other

items away from the carriage, in order to prevent any injuries.

Switch on the main power switch on the back

of the machine to “I”.

X The buzzer beeps once and the LCD screen

comes on.

Note

● (For U.S.A. only)

This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this plug is intended to fit into a polarized outlet in only one direction. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not modify the plug in any way.

Memo

● If the machine is turned off in the middle of

embroidering, the machine will automatically save the design position when turned on again. At that time, you will be asked if you wish to continue embroidering or begin a new operation. (Refer to “Resume Embroidering After Turning OFF the Machine” on page 83.)

Understanding the screens

When the machine is turned on and is touched, the pattern type selection screen appears. The

operations described below will be entered using the operation panel. For precautions concerning the use of the

touch panel, refer to page 16.

The screen that appears the next time that the embroidery machine is turned on differs depending on how the

machine was previously turned off. (Refer to page 62.)

No. Display Key Name Function

1 Settings key Touch this key to change the embroidery machine settings. p. 142

4 Help key

*The keys in the table above appear and can be used in most of the screens described later in this manual. The

settings key cannot be used in the embroidering settings screen.

Machine

operations guide

key

New embroidery

key

Pattern display

area

Touch this key to check a machine operation. p.153

Cancels all operations previously performed and returns to the initial pattern group selection screen.

When a problem occurs, for example, there is an operating procedure that you do not know, touch this key to view solutions.

This area displays the selected pattern. The line 6 shows the embroidering area for the extra-large embroidery frame. The embroidery frame indications, the grid lines and other display settings can be specified from the machine settings screen.

Reference

Page

p. 155

p. 145

Turning ON the Machine

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Screen overview

The basic operation flow is shown below.

In the pattern type selection screen, select a pattern type. (Refer to page 23, 50)

1 Touch this key to continue to the pattern

editing screen. This key is not available

unless a pattern type is selected.

In the pattern list screen, select the pattern. (Refer to page 23, 51)

1 Touch this key to return to the pattern type

selection screen.

2 Touch this key to continue to the pattern

editing screen.

In the pattern editing screen, edit the pattern. (Refer to page 25, 52)

1 Touch this key to return to the pattern type

selection screen and add another pattern.

2 Touch this key to continue to the

embroidering settings screen.

In the

embroidering settings screen

, if it is a combined pattern , edit the entire pattern, specify the embroidering settings and check the embroidery area. (Refer to page

In the

26, 54

)

1 Touch this key to quit the current operation

and return to the pattern type selection screen. Touch this key to return to the

screen

Touch this key to continue to the

screen

embroidering screen

pattern editing

embroidering

, check the thread

colors assigned to the needle bars, and then install

the upper threads.Touch the unlock key so

that the start/stop button starts flashing in green and the embroidery machine is ready to begin sewing. After the embroidery is sewn, the

settings screen

appears. (Refer to page 33, 56)

Touch this key to return to the

settings screen

embroidering

3. Selecting an Embroidery Pattern

As an example, we will select the pattern shown at the right, on the last page of the embroidery patterns.

In the pattern type selection screen, select a pattern category (type). Pattern type selection screen (For details on the keys and other information on the screen, refer to page 50.)

1 Pattern type keys

In the pattern list screen, search for the desired pattern, and then touch the key for the pattern. Pattern list screen (For details on the keys and other information on the screen, refer to page 51.)

1 Pattern keys 2 Displays a preview image.

■ Checking a preview image from the pattern selection screen

Touch to preview the image prior to selecting.

Touch to return to the pattern selection screen.

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Touch the desired pattern.

Selecting an embroidery pattern

For this example, touch .

We will select a floral on the fourth page.

Touch to select the embroidery

patterns category.

X The selected pattern appears in the pattern

display area.

X The list of embroidery patterns appears.

Touch and until the desired

page is displayed.

For this example, display the last page.

• After a pattern is selected, the following appear:

1 Vertical length of the pattern 2 Horizontal width of the pattern 3 Number of thread color changes

and the keys indicated by 4, which can be used to change the pattern size or mirror image the pattern. The functions that can be used differ depending on the type of pattern that is selected. (Refer to “Changing the size of the pattern” on page 103.)

• If the wrong pattern was selected or you wish to select a different pattern, touch the desired pattern.

• To select a pattern group other than the embroidery patterns, touch 1 Cancel key The pattern type selection screen appears.

Touch to display the selected design in

preview enlarged image.

• When there is more than one page, the following appear:

2 Current page number 3 Total number of pages

Touch to display the next screen.

4 Next page key Touch this key to display the next page. If the next page key is touched while the last page is displayed, the first page is displayed. 5 Previous page key Touch this key to display the previous page. If the previous page key is touched while the first page is displayed, the last page is displayed.

This confirms the pattern selection.

X The pattern editing screen appears.

4. Editing the Embroidery Pattern

When in the pattern list screen is touched, the pattern editing screen appears. From this screen, the

pattern can be edited.

Pattern editing screen (For details on the keys and other information on the screen, refer to page 52.)

1 Highlights the sizes of embroidery frames that

can be used to sew the currently selected embroidery pattern

2 Shows the size of the currently selected

embroidery pattern The top value shows the height and the bottom value shows the width.

3 Shows the number of thread color changes for the

currently selected embroidery pattern

4 Touch this key to delete the pattern, for example,

if the wrong pattern was selected. No pattern is selected and the pattern type selection screen appears.

5 Continues to the next screen 6 Displays a preview image 7 Touch to edit the pattern.

In this example, we will not edit the pattern. Without performing any editing operations, continue to the next screen.

Continuing to the embroidering settings screen

Press .

X The embroidering settings screen is

displayed.

Memo

● If an operation in the pattern editing screen is interrupted and the machine is turned off, the operation can be continued after the machine is turned on again. When the machine is turned on again, you will be asked if you wish to continue the previous operation or begin a new one. (Refer to “Resume the Operation Being Performed Before the Machine Was Turned OFF” on page 62.)

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5. Specifying Embroidering Setting

When in the pattern editing screen is touched, the embroidering settings screen appears. From this

screen, the entire pattern can be edited and embroidering settings can be specified. In addition, the

embroidering position can be checked and a pattern can be saved for later use.

Embroidering settings screen (For details on the keys and other information on the screen, refer to page 54.)

1 Restarts from the beginning 2 Returns to the pattern editing screen 3 Displays a preview image 4 Touch to check the embroidering area. 5 Continues to the next screen 6 Touch to edit the pattern.

7 Touch these keys to specify how the pattern will

be embroidered.

8 Touch to store the pattern. 9 In the embroidering settings screen, the

embroidery frame guide in the pattern display area indicates the size of the installed embroidery frame.

In this example, we will not specify any of the embroidering settings. Continue with the next operation.

Memo

● If the embroidery frame is not positioned correctly when continuing to the embroidering settings screen, the embroidery frame is moved to the correct position at the same time that the embroidering settings screen is displayed. (Refer to “Embroidery Frame Position and Movement” on page 70.)

Memo

● If an operation in the embroidering settings screen is interrupted and the machine is turned off, the operation can be continued after the machine is turned on again. When the machine is turned on again, you will be asked if you wish to continue the previous operation or begin a new one. (Refer to “Resume the Operation Being Performed Before the Machine Was Turned OFF” on page 62.)

6. Previewing the Image

You can view an image of the completed pattern within the embroidery frame.

Checking a preview image

Display the preview image to check that the embroidery will be sewn as desired.

Touch .

X The preview image is displayed.

Memo

● The preview image can also be displayed from the pattern editing screen.

1 Touch these keys to display the pattern in the

various sizes of embroidery frames. The embroidery frames that appear in white on gray keys can be selected.

2 Touch this key to display an enlarged view of the

pattern.

Touch to return to the previous

screen.

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7. Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery Frame

After selecting the pattern to be embroidered, check which embroidery frames can be used to sew the pattern. Select the appropriate frame, and hoop the fabric and stabilizer in the embroidery frame. (Refer to “Attaching Iron-On Stabilizer (Backing) to Fabric” on page 66.) For precautions concerning the fabric, refer to page 16.

■ Embroidery frame types

Note

● If the fabric is not taut, the pattern may be misaligned or the fabric may pucker. Follow the procedure described below to firmly stretch the fabric in the embroidery frame so that the fabric is not loose. In addition, be sure to work on a level surface when putting the fabric in the embroidery frame.

There are four sizes of embroidery frames. For details on the uses for each frame, refer to “Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames” on page 65.

Icon Name Embroidering area

Extra-large

embroidery

frame

200 mm (H) × 300 mm (W) (7-7/8 inches (H) × 11-3/4 inches (W))

Hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame

Select an embroidery frame.

From the sizes of embroidery frames indicated in the screen, select the embroidery frame that you wish to use.

Embroidery frames that can be used appear

darker ( ) embroidery frames that cannot

be used appear lighter ( ).

Large

embroidery

frame

Medium

embroidery

frame

Small

embroidery

frame

130 mm (H) × 180 mm (W) (

5-1/8

inches ( H) × 7-1/8

100 mm (H) × 100 mm (W) (4 inches (H) × 4

40 mm (H) × 60 mm (W)

(1-1/2 inches (H) × 2-3/8 inches (W))

inches (W))

CAUTION

● If embroidery frames other than the four

included frames are used the embroidery frame may hit the presser foot and damage the machine, or cause injury to the user.

Note

● The embroidery frame indicators show all embroidery frame sizes in which the embroidery pattern can be sewn. Be sure to use an embroidery frame of the most suitable size. If the embroidery frame that is too large is used, the pattern may be misaligned or the fabric may pucker. (Refer to “Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames” on page 65.)

■ Hooping fabric in the small embroidery frame

The procedure for hooping fabric in the small embroidery frame is described below. The same procedure is used to hoop the fabric in the medium embroidery frame. For details on hooping fabric in the large embroidery frame and the extra-large embroidery frame, refer to “Hooping the Fabric” on page 67.

Loosen the screw on the outer frame.

1 Screw

Place the fabric with the right side up on top

of the outer frame.

Securely tighten the screw, and then check

that the fabric is taut.

• After stretching the fabric, lightly tapping it

should produce a drum-like sound.

• Firmly clamp together the inner and outer

frames so that the bottom of the inner frame is lower than the bottom of the outer frame.

• The outer frame does not have a front or back side. Either side can be used as the front.

Press the inner frame into the outer frame.

• Be sure that there are no wrinkles in the fabric after it is stretched in the embroidery frame.

Lightly tighten the screw, and then pull the

edges of the fabric.

1 Inner frame 2 Outer frame 3 Bottom of inner frame

• Using the included disc-shaped screwdriver, firmly tighten the screw.

1 Disc-shaped screwdriver

The amount that the fabric is stretched and the use of stabilizer material differ depending on the type of fabric being embroidered. Try various methods to achieve the best embroidering results. (Refer to “Hooping Techniques” on page 168.)

Memo

● This embroidery machine can also be used

with the optional cap frames. (Refer to “Using the Optional Cap Frame” on page 171.)

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8. Attaching the Embroidery Frame to the Machine

After hooping the fabric in the embroidery frame, attach the frame to the embroidery machine.

CAUTION

●

If the embroidery frame is not correctly attached it may hit the presser foot and damage the machine, or cause injury to the user.

● When attaching the embroidery frame, make sure that the start/stop button is lit in red. If the

start/stop button is flashing in green, the embroidery machine may start sewing. If the embroidery machine accidentally starts operating, injuries may result.

● When attaching the embroidery frame, make sure that the embroidery frame does not hit any

other part of the embroidery machine.

Note

● Before attaching the embroidery frame, check that there is enough thread in the bobbin.

Attaching the embroidery frame

Adjust the width of the embroidery frame holder to the size of the embroidery frame, and then attach the embroidery frame to the machine. As an example, the procedure for attaching the small embroidery frame is described below.

Embroidery frame

Positioning slots

Holes

Positioning Pin

Left arm of embroidery frame holder Move the arm of the embroidery frame holder to the left or right to adjust it to the size of the embroidery frame.

Clip on embroidery frame holder. Insert the embroidery frame into the clips on the embroidery frame holder.

Loosen the two thumb screws on the

embroidery frame holder.

If the screw is too tight, please use the included disc-shaped screwdriver.

1 Left arm 2 Thumb screws

X The left arm of the embroidery frame holder

can be moved.

• Only loosen the thumb screws a maximum of 2 turns counter clockwise. Do not remove the screw.

Move the left arm to align the screw on the

right side with the mark for the embroidery frame to be installed, and then tighten the thumb screws.

For this example, align with mark 5.

Note

● Please firmly tighten the two thumb screws with included disc-shaped screwdriver. The machine will recognize the wrong frame size, if the two screws are not tightened.

X The embroidery frame holder is ready for

the embroidery frame to be attached.

Hold the embroidery frame level, and then

simultaneously align both the left and right mounts with the embroidery frame holder clips.

• The inner frame should be on top.

1 Mark for extra-large embroidery frame 2 Mark for large embroidery frame 3 Mark for medium embroidery frame 4 Mark for embroidery frame for industrial

embroidery machines (When using embroidery frames for industrial embroidery machines, THE MACHINE DOES NOT RECOGNIZE THE SEWING AREA OF THE FRAME. Be sure to use the trial sewing function to check that the pattern fits within the sewing area. If an embroidery frame for an industrial embroidery machine is installed, the right arm of the embroidery frame holder must also move. For details, refer to page 170.)

5 Mark for small embroidery frame 6 Align the screw with the mark.

Note

● Incorrect frame positioning.

Insert the embroidery frame until it snaps into

place.

1 Make sure that the pins on the left and right arms

of the embroidery frame holder fit into the positioning slot and hole on the embroidery frame.

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9. Checking the Embroidery Area

Check the embroidery area to make sure that the embroidery will be sewn in the desired location and will not be misaligned and that the embroidery frame will not hit the presser foot. If the embroidery frame is not correctly positioned, it moves to the correct position, and then the embroidering position is indicated.

Touch .

X The presser foot is lowered and the

embroidery frame moves to show the embroidery area.

The corners of the octagon showing the

embroidery area for the pattern are indicated by changing direction.

Carefully watch the movement of the embroidery frame and check that the embroidery is sewn in the desired location and that the embroidery frame does not hit the presser foot.

■ Stop checking the embroidery frame area.

The embroidery frame can be temporarily stopped at a desired position or the checking of the embroidering area can be stopped.

When the embroidery frame moves to the

desired position, touch

X The embroidery frame stops moving, and

the next screen appears.

1 Touch to continue moving the frame. 2 Touch to stop checking the embroidering area.

To continue moving the embroidery frame,

touch . To stop checking the

embroidering area, touch .

again.

Continuing to the embroidering screen

After finishing the necessary operations in the embroidering settings screen, continue to the embroidering screen.

Touch .

X The embroidering screen appears.

10. Upper Threading

Check the embroidering screen for information on which needle bars should be threaded with which thread colors, and then thread the upper threads.

Checking the needle bars and thread colors

In the embroidering settings screen, touch to display the embroidering screen and the message

instructing that the needle bars be threaded (that the thread spools from the previous time be changed). Check the thread colors in this screen. Embroidering screen (For details on the keys and other information on the screen, refer to page 56.)

Thread color

Thread color name or number

Needle bar number

1 Thread information for the first needle bar 2 Thread information for the second needle bar 3 Thread information for the third needle bar 4 Thread information for the fourth needle bar 5 Thread information for the fifth needle bar 6 Thread information for the sixth needle bar 7 If no thread color name is displayed, that needle

bar has not been used. If a thread color had been assigned to the needle bar on a previously sewn design, the needle bar will show the previously assigned color.

8 Change thread spools message (Refer to page 77.)

This message appears when it is necessary for the

thread spools to be changed. If 9 is not

touched to close the message, embroidering cannot continue.

Thread with the color name that appears beside each needle bar number is threaded on that needle bar. For the screen shown 1: Lime green 2: Moss green 3: Orange 4: Red 5: Yellow If there is no name beside the needle bar number, that needle bar is not used. For this example, needle bar 6 is not used.

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Touch .

X The screen indicating that the spools be changed is closed.

• In addition to checking the thread colors, information such as the number of stitches and the sewing

time can be checked and various embroidering settings can be specified in the embroidering screen.

1 Shows the embroidering order for the thread

colors.

2 Indicates the needle bar number where the thread

color at the left is assigned.

3 Shows the number of thread color changes, the

number of stitches, the embroidering time and the length of time until the spools will need to be changed.

4 Touch a key to move the selected needle bar to

the sewing position. Use when threading the needle with the automatic needle-threading mechanism.

5 Use these keys to specify various embroidering

settings or to return to the embroidering settings screen.

6 To start the machine, touch this key to unlock the

machine, and then press the start/stop button.

CAUTION

● When (unlock key) in the embroidering screen is touched, the start/stop button begins

flashing in green and the embroidery machine can start sewing. If the upper threading is being performed or the needle is being threaded, be careful that the embroidery machine is not accidentally started, otherwise injuries may result.

Upper threading

Use embroidery thread to thread the needle bars in order, starting with needle bar 1.

Press →→→

on the LCD (see page 153).

→

(To page 3)

in order to view a video of the operation

CAUTION

● When threading the upper thread, carefully follow the instructions. If the upper threading is

not performing correctly, the thread may break or become tangled, causing the needle to bend or break.

Note

● It is recommended that rayon or polyester embroidery thread be used (120 den/2, 135 dtex/2, 40 weight (in Americas and Europe), #50 (in Japan)).

Memo

● The path that the embroidery machine should be threaded is indicated by a line on the machine. Be sure to thread the machine as indicated.

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The numbers indicate the thread path for each of the numbered needle bars. Be very careful to correctly thread the needle bars.

1256

Place on spool pin 1 the spool of thread with

the color (lime green) specified for needle bar

• Make sure that the spool stand is opened in the shape of a V.

• When using small spools of thread, be sure to place the enclosed spool mat on the spool pin before placing the spool on the pin.

• Use spool cap on all spools of thread shorter than the height of the spool pin.

Pass the thread through the number 1 hole in

the thread guide just above the spool, and then pass the thread through the number 1 hole in the thread guide toward the front of the machine.

1 Number 1 hole in the thread guide above the

spool

2 Number 1 hole in the thread guide toward the

front of the machine

1 Spool mat 2 Small spool 3 Spool cap

123456

Pass the thread through the hole in the

number 1 upper thread guide.

Pass the thread toward you from the inside of the thread guide.

23456

Wind the thread clockwise once around the

number 1 thread tension disc.

1 Hole in upper thread guide

Pass the thread through the number 1 upper

thread guide.

Hold the thread with both hands, and then pass it under the guide from the right.

1 Thread tension disc

• Make sure that the thread is securely caught in the thread tension disc and passed correct thread guide pins. (See left illustration at top of page.)

Note

● All thread tension disks are threaded in

clockwise direction.

Pass around here.

1 Upper thread guide

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Pass the thread along the thread path

indicated on the machine, and then pass it under the number 1 middle thread guide plate.

1 Middle thread guide 2 Thread guide pin

• The path from the upper thread guide around the thread tension disc and to the middle thread guide (steps 5 through 6) differ depending on the spool number. Passing the thread from the left to the right through the thread guide pins is designed to prevent the thread from becoming tangled. Thread each needle bar as shown in the illustration.

Pass the thread down through the slot to the

lower thread guide, and then through the hole in the number 1 lower thread guide.

1 Hole in lower thread guide

Use the included threader to pass the thread

into the number 1 needle bar thread guide.

Pass the thread along the number 1 slot to

pass it through the number 1 take-up lever hole from right to left.

1 Thread take-up lever

1 Needle bar thread guide 2 Needle changing tool (Threader)

Threading the needle

Use the automatic needle-threading mechanism to

thread the needle.

Press →→→

(To page 2)→ in order to view a video

of the operation on the LCD (see page 153).

Press the automatic needle-threading button.

X The hook on the automatic needle-

threading mechanism passes through the eye of the needle.

CAUTION

● If the needle is not fully inserted, the

hook of the automatic needle-threading mechanism will not pass through the eye of the needle during automatic needle threading, and the hook may bend or the needle cannot be threaded.

● If the hook of the automatic needle-

threading mechanism is bent or damaged, contact your authorized retailer.

● While the hook of the automatic needle-

threading mechanism is passed through the eye of the needle, do not rotate the handwheel, otherwise the automatic needle-threading mechanism may be damaged.

Note

● To avoid damage, the automatic needlethreading mechanism may return to the back position when you turn the handwheel.

● The automatic needle-threading mechanism can thread one needle at the sewing position. When this mechanism is used, be sure that the needle bar that you want to thread is positioned as the sewing position, otherwise the automatic needle-threading mechanism cannot be used at the particular needle. If the needle bar is not at the sewing position, move it there. (Refer to page 40.)

Pull out about 15 cm (6 inches) of thread.

Allow thread to relax and eliminate any stress on the thread. Then, as shown in the illustration, pass the thread under the fork of the automatic needle-threading mechanism from the right, and then catch the thread with the hook that passes through the eye of the needle.

1 Hook 2 Fork

Note

● When catching the thread with the hook, be careful that the thread does not become loose.

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Pass the thread under the guide on the presser

foot.

1 Guide on presser foot 2 Notch in guide on presser foot

• Make sure that the thread securely passes through the notch in the guide on the presser foot.

Securely pass the thread through the groove

in the thread cutter, and then lightly pull the thread to cut it.

1 Groove in thread cutter

Note

● If the thread is not correctly passed through

the groove in the thread cutter, the message “Wiper error.” appears and the needle cannot be threaded. Be sure to securely pass the thread through the groove.

● If enough thread is not pulled out, the

thread cannot be pulled through the thread cutter.

Press the automatic needle-threading button.

• The threader moves back away from the needle. The thread is pulled through the needle eye.

• The wiper comes out and catches the thread between the needle and the threader.

• The threader goes back to the original home position.

This completes the upper threading for needle bar 1.

Thread the remaining needle bars in the same way. However, if the needle bar to be threaded is not moved to the embroidery position, the needle cannot be threaded with the automatic needle-threading mechanism. For the remaining needle bars, perform the following operation to move the needle bar to the embroidery position before trying to thread the needle.

■ Moving the needle bar to be threaded to the sewing position

Touch the key for the needle bar that you wish

to thread.

X The selected needle bar moves to the

embroidery position.

Note

● If the thread is not taut, it may come out of the thread tension disc. After upper threading is finished, check again to make sure that the thread is correctly passed into the thread tension disc. (Refer to step 5 on page 37.)

Memo

● When changing one of the upper thread colors, it is easy to re-thread by cutting the thread currently being used between the spool and the thread guide above the spool. Place the new spool on the spool pin and tie the end of the new thread to the end of the previous thread. Then pull the thread through to the needle. (Refer to page 78.)

■ Using the spool net

When using metallic thread or any other strong thread, place the included spool net over the spool before sewing. If the spool net is too long, fold it once to match the size of the spool before placing it over the spool. It may be necessary to adjust thread tension when using the spool net.

1 Spool net 2 Thread

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11. Sewing the Embroidery

Now, the embroidery machine is ready to begin sewing. When the machine starts sewing, the presser foot is automatically lowered, the necessary thread trimming operations at the end of stitching are performed, the threads are changed as necessary while the embroidery is sewn, and the machine stops when the end of the stitching is reached.

CAUTION

● For safety reasons, the embroidery machine must not be left unattended while it is sewing.

● While the machine is in operation, pay special attention to the needle location. In addition,

keep your hands away from all moving parts such as the needle, needle bar case, thread takeup lever and carriage, otherwise injuries may result.

■ Locking mechanism

For safety reasons, this embroidery machine is equipped with a locking function. Normally, the embroidery machine is locked (it cannot start sewing). Unless the machine is unlocked, it cannot start sewing. If the embroidery machine is not started within 10 seconds after unlocking it, it automatically returns to being locked. The start/stop button shows whether or not the embroidery machine is locked. If the start/stop button lights up in red, the machine is locked. If the start/stop button flashes in green, the machine is unlocked.

Press the start/stop button.

Starting embroidering

Note

● Make sure that there are no objects within the moving area of the embroidery frame. If the embroidery frame hits another object, the pattern may become misaligned.

Press the start/stop button while it is flashing in green. If the start/stop button returns to being lit in red, perform this procedure again from step

Touch to unlock the embroidery

machine.

X The start/stop button begins flashing in

green and the embroidery machine can be started.

• If the start/stop button is not pressed within

10 seconds after unlocking the embroidery machine, the machine becomes locked again.

X The start/stop button lights up in green and

begins sewing the first color.

Note

● The light goes off when sewing starts.

X The following screen appears.

■ Continuing embroidering

To sew the same pattern again, touch .

1 A red frame around the thread information box

indicates which needle bar is currently being used for sewing.

• While the embroidery machine is sewing,

the point being sewn is indicated by the green crosshairs in the pattern display area. In addition, the number of stitches and the time count up.

After sewing of the first color is finished, the

machine automatically stops and trims the thread. The needle bar case moves to the 2nd color position and sewing of the second color begins.

X The embroidering screen appears so the

same pattern can be sewn again.

To select a new pattern, touch or .

X The pattern type selection screen appears.

Note

● Automatic Lock stitching can be set so that it is sewn at the beginning of the embroidery, when starting to sew after change thread colors, and when trimming the thread. (Refer to “Automatic Lock Stitch Setting” on page 88.)

● The sewing speed can be changed, even while the pattern is being sewn. (Refer to “Maximum Sewing Speed Setting” on page 91.)

X The thread color display in the screen

continues to the second color, and the thread information for the second needle bar is surrounded by the red frame.

This continues until the last color is sewn, and

the embroidery machine automatically stops.

X The embroidering settings screen reappears.

X The start/stop button lights up in red.

• No thread trimming operations at the beginning of stitching and at the end of stitching are necessary.

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Press the thread trimming button.

Stopping embroidering

The machine can be stopped during sewing.

■ Temporarily pausing

Press the start/stop button.

X The machine stops and the start/stop button

lights up in red.

• The thread is not trimmed.

• To continue sewing, after checking that the upper thread is taut, touch the unlock key, and then press the start/stop button.

X The bobbin and upper threads are trimmed.

• Before turning off the embroidery machine, be sure to trim the threads.

Set the main power switch to “{”.

Memo

● If the Reserve Stop key is touched while embroidery is being sewn, the machine stops before sewing for the next color begins. (Refer to “Stopping the machine at the next color change” on page 92.)

● Before starting to sew, the machine can be set to stop at any thread color change. (Refer to “Specifying pause locations before embroidering” on page 92.)

■ Resume sewing after the machine was turned off

Press the start/stop button.

X The embroidery machine stops and the

start/stop button lights up in red.

• The thread is not trimmed.

X The embroidery machine is turned off and

the display and the start/stop button indicator go off.

• Sewing can resume after the embroidery machine is turned on again. Back up several stitches to overlap the stitching. For details, refer to “Resume Embroidering After Turning OFF the Machine” on page 83.

Memo

● The machine can be stopped at any time,

even while it is embroidering; however, if the machine is stopped when the thread color is changed, it is not necessary to go back through the stitching when embroidering is continued. The machine can be set to stop when the thread color is changed. (For details, refer to “Specifying pause locations before embroidering” on page 92.)

■ If the thread breaks while sewing

If a problem occurs while sewing, such as if the thread breaks, the machine stops automatically. Re-thread the broken thread, back up several stitches, and then continue sewing. For details, refer to “If the Thread Breaks or the Bobbin Thread Runs Out While Embroidering” on page 79.

12. Checking the Thread Tension

Check the embroidery to see if it was sewn with the correct thread tension. If the thread tension is not adjusted correctly, the stitching may be uneven or there may be puckering in the fabric.

■ Correct thread tension

From the wrong side of the fabric, the bobbin thread should be about one third of the stitch width.

(Right side)

(Wrong side)

(Right side)

If the embroidery appears as shown below, the thread tension is incorrect. Correct the thread tension.

(Right side)

The tension of the upper thread is too tight, resulting in the lower thread being visible from the right side of the fabric.

Loosen the tension dial by turning the dial counterclockwise.

(Wrong side)

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.

Tighten the tension dial by turning the dial clockwise.

For details on adjusting the thread tension, refer to “Adjusting the Thread Tension” on page 85.

Note

● In this tutorial, the thread tension was

checked after embroidering was finished. However, normally, embroidering should be temporarily paused and the thread tension should be checked after the first 100 stitches of each color sewn with each needle bar.

● The resulting embroidery may not appear as

expected, due to the type or thickness of the fabric being sewn or to the type of stabilizer material used. Be sure to sew a trial embroidery before sewing on your project.

Memo

● In the built-in embroidery patterns, one

pattern is used for checking the thread tension. For details, refer to “Checking the thread tension of built-in patterns” on page 162.

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13. Removing the Embroidery Frame and Fabric

After sewing is finished, remove the embroidery frame, and then remove the fabric from the frame.

Pull off the embroidery frame toward you.

Removing the embroidery frame

CAUTION

When removing the embroidery frame,

●

make sure that the start/stop button is lit in red. If the start/stop button is flashing in green, the machine may start sewing. If the machine accidentally starts operating, injuries may result.

● When removing the embroidery frame,

be careful that the embroidery frame does not hit any other part of the machine.

● Do not lift up the embroidery frame

holder with extreme force, otherwise it may be damaged.

Removing the fabric

Loosen the outer frame screw.

With both hands, grab the left and right sides

of the arms of the embroidery frame holder, and then slightly lift up the frame.

The pins on the arms of the embroidery frame holder should come out of the holes in the sides of embroidery frame.

X If the screw was tightened using a disc-

shaped screwdriver, use the included discshaped screwdriver to loosen it.

Remove the outer frame, and then remove the

fabric.

14. Turning OFF the Machine

After all embroidery is finished, turn off the machine.

Set the main power switch to “{”.

X The embroidery machine is turned off and

the display and the start/stop button indicator goes off.

Unplug the power supply cord from the

electrical outlet.

Grasp the plug when unplugging the power supply cord.

If necessary, unplug the power supply cord

from the machine.

Store the power supply cord in a safe place.

Memo

● If the embroidery machine is turned off

while the pattern type selection screen or the pattern list screen is displayed with no pattern selected, the pattern type selection screen appears when the machine is turned on again.

Turned OFF

↓

Turned ON

If is not touched to con-

firm the selection of the pattern

in the pattern list screen, the se-

lection will be erased if the ma-

chine is turned off.

Note

● If a power outage occurs while the embroidery machine is being operated, turn off the embroidery machine and unplug the power supply cord. When restarting the embroidery machine, follow the necessary procedure to correctly operate the machine. (Refer to “Turning ON the Machine” on page 20)

After the opening screen

Turning OFF the Machine

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● If the embroidery machine is turned off while the pattern editing screen is displayed, the way that the pattern appears before the machine was turned off is stored in the machine's memory. When the embroidery machine is turned on again, the pattern editing screen as it appeared before the machine was turned off can be displayed again. (Refer to page 62.)

Turned OFF

↓

Turned ON

After the opening screen

● If the embroidery machine is turned off while the embroidery settings screen is displayed, the embroidery settings screen for the pattern before the machine was turned off is stored in the machine's memory. When the embroidery machine is turned on again, the embroidery settings screen as it appeared before the machine was turned off can be displayed again. (Refer to page 62.)

● If the machine is turned off while it is sewing, embroidering can continue when the machine is turned on again. (Refer to “Resume Embroidering After Turning OFF the Machine” on page 83.)

Turned off while embroidering

↓

Turned ON

After the opening screen

Turned off either before or after embroidering

↓

Turned ON

After the opening screen

Screen Quick Reference Guide

Descriptions of the keys and other information that appear in the screens are provided in the tables below.

Key displays

The appearances of the keys have the following meanings.

(Normal color display) : This key is not selected, but can be selected.

(Dark-colored display) : This key is selected.

(Gray display) : This key cannot be selected.

Common screen controls

The keys described below, except for the settings key, appear in all screens and can always be used. However, the settings key cannot be used in the embroidering screen.

No. Display Key Name Function

1 Settings key Touch this key to change the embroidery machine settings. p. 142

4 Help key

Machine

operations guide

key

New embroidery

key

Pattern display

area

Touch this key to check a machine operation. p.153

Cancels all operations previously performed and returns to the initial pattern group selection screen.

When a problem occurs, for example, there is an operating procedure that you do not know, touch this key to view solutions.

Reference

Page

p. 155

p. 145

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Understanding the pattern type selection screen

In this screen, select a pattern category (type).

No. Display Key Name Description Reference Page

Embroidery pattern key

The embroidery pattern for a design can be selected.

p. 104

3 Alphabet key

7 Embroidery cards key Recalls patterns from embroidery cards. p. 113

8 USB media key Recalls patterns from USB media. p. 117

9 Computer (USB) key

0 Edit key

Frame patterns key

Built-in patterns

Floral alphabet key

3 letters monogram key

Embroidery patterns stored in the machine key

12 stitch types can be combined with 10 frame shapes, such as a circle and a square.

Uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, symbols and accented characters from 14 fonts can be selected in small, medium and large sizes.

Our original alphabet patterns designed with flowers decorating large uppercase letters (130 mm (H) x 80 mm (W)).

Monogram designs can be created by combining two or three letters.

Recalls patterns stored in the machine’s memory.

By using the included USB cable to connect a computer to the embroidery machine, patterns can be recalled from the computer.

This key is not available unless a pattern is selected. Touch this key to quit trying to add another pattern from the pattern type selection screen. Return to the pattern editing screen.

p. 106

p. 107

p. 105

p. 109

p. 112

p. 114

p. 120

Understanding the pattern list screen

In this screen, select the pattern.

No. Display Key Name Description

1 Size (vertical)

2 Size (horizontal)

4 Page

5 Next page key

7 Pattern keys

8 Cancel key

9 Size key

Number of thread color changes

Previous page key

Horizontal mirror image key

Shows the vertical length of the currently selected embroidery pattern.

Shows the horizontal width of the currently selected embroidery pattern.

Shows the number of thread color changes for the currently selected embroidery pattern.

Shows the number of the currently displayed page and the total number of pages.

Touch this key to display the next page. If the next page key is touched while the last page is displayed, the first page will be displayed.

Touch this key to display the previous page. If the previous page key is touched while the first page is displayed, the last page will be displayed.

An image of the pattern appears on the key. Touch the image to select the pattern.

Touch to leave the currently selected pattern category and choose a different category. Returns to the pattern type selection screen.

Allows the size of the currently selected embroidery pattern to be changed.

Allows the currently selected embroidery pattern to be flipped horizontally.

Reference

Page

p. 102

p. 103

B Preview key

C Set key

*Some patterns cannot be edited with 9, 0 or A.

Vertical mirror image key

Allows the currently selected embroidery pattern to be flipped vertically.

Displays an image of the pattern that is to be embroidered so it can be previewed.

Touch after selecting the pattern. The selection of the pattern is confirmed and the pattern editing screen appears.

p. 103

p.27

p. 102

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Understanding the pattern editing screen

In this screen, the pattern can be edited.

No. Display Key Name Description

2 Pattern size

5 Size (vertical) Shows the vertical length of the pattern that is being edited.

6 Size (horizontal)

7 Rotation angle

Embroidery frame

indicators

Distance from

center (vertical)

Distance from

center (horizontal)

Number of thread

color changes

Shows the sizes of embroidery frames that can be used to sew the embroidery pattern currently displayed in the pattern display area.

Shows the size of the embroidery pattern currently displayed in the pattern display area. The top value shows the height and the bottom value shows the width. If the embroidery pattern consists of multiple patterns that have been combined, the size of the entire pattern, including all patterns, is shown.

Shows the vertical distance that the pattern being edited is moved.

Shows the horizontal distance that the pattern being edited is moved.

Shows the horizontal width of the pattern that is being edited.

Shows the rotation angle that the pattern being edited is rotated.

Shows the total number of thread color changes for the pattern that is being edited.

Reference

Page

p. 28

p.121

p.123

No. Display Key Name Description

2 Positioning keys

5 Size key Changes the size of the pattern that is being edited. p.122

6 Rotate key Rotates the pattern that is being edited. p.123

7 Spacing key

8 Array key

9 Multi Color key

0 Density key

B Delete key

C Merge key

D Preview key

E Edit End key

Pattern selection

keys

Horizontal mirror

image key

Vertical mirror

image key

Change thread

color key

Selects the pattern that is being edited when the embroidery pattern consists of multiple patterns that have been combined.

Moves the sewing position of the pattern that is being edited in the direction of the arrow (If is touched,

the sewing position is moved to the center of the embroidering area.)

Flips the pattern being edited horizontally. p.122

Flips the pattern being edited vertically. p.122

Changes the spacing between the characters in the alphabet pattern that is being edited.

Changes the orientation of the characters in the alphabet pattern that is being edited.

Enables the thread color of each character in an alphabet pattern to be changed; can only be used when an alphabet is selected.

Changes the density of the pattern that is being edited; can only be used if an alphabet or frame pattern is selected.

Changes the color of the pattern. p.128

Deletes the pattern. If touched, the pattern being edited is deleted.

Adds a pattern. If touched, the pattern group selection screen appears.

Displays an image of the pattern so that it can be previewed.

Finish editing and continues to the embroidering settings screen.

Reference

Page

p.121

p.125

p.124

p.127

p.126

p.129

p.120

p.27

p.25

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Understanding the embroidering settings screen

From this screen, the entire pattern can be edited and embroidering settings can be specified. In addition, the

embroidering position can be checked and a pattern can be saved for later use.

No. Display Key Name Description

2 Pattern size

5 Rotation angle

Embroidery frame

indicators

Distance from

center (vertical)

Distance from

center (horizontal)

Number of thread

color changes

Repeat spacing

(vertical)

Repeat spacing

(horizontal)

Shows the sizes of embroidery frames that can be used to sew the embroidery pattern currently displayed in the pattern display area.

Shows the vertical distance that the pattern being edited is moved.

Shows the horizontal distance that the pattern being edited is moved.

Shows the rotation angle that the pattern being edited is rotated.

Shows the total number of thread color changes for the pattern that is being edited.

Shows the vertical distance between patterns when repeat sewing is selected.

Shows the horizontal distance between patterns when repeat sewing is selected.

Reference

Page

p.28

p. 72

p.72

p.73, 130

p.131

p. 131

No. Display Key Name Description

1 Rotate All key

2 Repeat key Repeatedly sews the pattern. p.131

Editing functions

4 Positioning keys

Embroidering settings

9 Trial sewing key

0 Quit key

Change thread

color key

Lock stitching

(beginning) key

Lock stitching

(end) key

Maximum sewing

speed key

Starting/ending

position key

Rotates the entire embroidery pattern when it consists of multiple patterns that have been combined.

Changes the color of the pattern. p.128, 132

Moves the sewing position of the whole pattern in the direction of the arrow (If is touched, the

sewing position is moved to the center of the embroidering area.)

Specifies that automatic lock stitch is sewn at the beginning of the pattern and at the beginning of sewing after thread trimming.

Specifies that automatic lock stitch is sewn when the thread is trimmed.

Specifies the maximum sewing speed. p.91

Specifies the needle position at the beginning of sewing and at the end.

Moves the embroidery frame so that the embroidering position can be checked.

Cancels all operations previously performed and returns to the initial pattern type selection screen.

Reference

Page

p. 73, 130

p.72

p.88

p.89

p.32

A Edit key Touch to return to the pattern editing screen.

B Store key Stores the pattern. p.137

C Preview key

D Sewing key

* The functions and operations for the change thread color key 3 and the preview key C are the same in both the pattern editing screen and the embroidering settings screen.

Displays an image of the pattern that is to be embroidered so it can be previewed.

Finish all operations in the embroidering settings screen and continues to the embroidering screen.

Screen Quick Reference Guide

p.27

p.32

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Understanding the embroidering screen

From this screen, the total number of thread colors and the sewing time can be checked, the needle bar settings can be specified, and the stitching forward or backward can be done.

No. Display Key Name Description

1 Region display

5 Sewing order

6 Stitch count

7 Sewing time

*The functions and operations for the maximum sewing speed keys A are the same in both the pattern editing screen and the embroidering settings screen.

Thread color

sequence

display

Needle bar

number

Spool change

indicator

Time until the

spools must be replaced

Needle bar

key

Thread color

set up display

Maximum

sewing speed

key

Shows the part of the pattern that will be sewn with the thread color shown first in the thread color sequence display.

Shows the order for the thread color changes. During embroidering, this display scrolls so that the color of the thread currently being sewn appears at the top.

Indicates the needle bar number where the thread color at the left is assigned.

This indicator shows when the thread spools will need to be changed. The thread spools will need to be changed at the point between the two thread colors where the indicator is displayed.

The bottom value shows the total number of thread color changes in the pattern and the top value shows the thread color that is currently being sewn.

The bottom value shows the total number of stitches in the pattern and the top value shows how many stitches have already been sewn.

The bottom value shows the total amount of time required to sew the pattern and the top value shows how much time has already passed sewing.

If the pattern contains seven or more colors, the amount of time until the spools change is shown.

Touch a key to move the needle bar position to the selected needle bar number. Use when threading the needle with the automatic needlethreading mechanism.

Shows the color and the thread color name (number) for the thread on the needle bar indicated on the key. Thread the machine as indicated here.

Specifies the maximum sewing speed. p.91

Reference

Page

p. 76

p. 75

p. 34

p.33

Memo

● The thread color numbers in the thread color sequence display and the thread color set up display can be changed, for example, to the color name or the thread color number for other brands. (Refer to “Changing the thread color information” on page 147.)

No. Display Key Name Description

C Cancel key

F Unlock key

Reserve Stop

key

Temporary needle bar

settings key

Forward/

Backward stitch

key

While sewing embroidery, touch this key for the machine to stop as the next color begins.

Touch this key to quit sewing and return to the embroidering settings screen.

Enables the needle bar settings to manually be specified p. 94

Moves the needle forward or backward through the stitching. Use this key in the following situations:

● If the thread breaks or runs out while embroidering

● To restart sewing from the beginning

● To continue sewing after the machine was turned off

Unlocks the machine so it can start sewing within 10 seconds. When this key is touched, the start/stop button flashes in green.

Reference

Page

p. 92

p.79

p.42

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When You Have a Question, This May Help You

■ Needle at the “embroidering position”

TECHNICAL TERMS:

■ USB Type “A” (host) and USB Type “B” (function)

This is one of the communication methods between PC (Personal Computer) and peripherals. You can connect USB media via USB Type “A” (host) port connector and also you can connect your machine to your PC via USB Type “B” (function) port connector with included USB cable. (Refer to page 114.)

■ DST

This is the extension of Tajima data file (*.dst) that is one of the data formats of embroidery patterns. Tajima data doesn't have any color information, so the machine assigns colors automatically when you load it. (Refer to page 165.)

■ Needle number

The needles are numbered from right to left. The far right needle is number 1 needle. (Refer to page viii.)

This is the needle that is placed above the needle hole in the needle plate. The needle bar case is moved to position that particular needle with the next thread color to the “embroidery position”. Also when using the needle threader, the needle that is going to be threaded should be moved to the “embroidery position”. (Refer to page 40.)

1 Needle 2 Needle hole in the needle plate

■ Wiper

This is the mechanism for pulling the thread. The wiper pulls the thread when the needle threader is used. The wiper also pulls the thread from the material when the machine trims the thread. This makes trimming threads after embroidering unnecessary. (Refer to page 40.)

PATTERNS:

Following patterns can be used to embroider by the machine.

- Embroidery data with *.pes, *.phc or *.dst format. USB media transfer the data to the machine. Also via USB cable, the data can be transferred from the PC to the machine.

- Optional embroidery cards

- Embroidery patterns created by digitizing software program

- The patterns saved on USB media by the machine

EMBROIDERING:

■ Customize the embroidery colors

- Use the “Change thread color” function by

selecting the key on either the “pattern editing” or the “embroidery setting” screen. More details please see the page 128.

- Use the “Temporary needle bar setting”

function by selecting the key on the “embroidering” screen. More details please see the page 94.

■ Resume an unfinished pattern from the last time the machine was switched off.

- The machine remembers the pattern and the

position even after turning off the power. And the machine can resume the embroidery when the machine turns on again. (Refer to page 62.)

■ Getting false thread breakage error

- Check that the position of the upper thread is under the upper thread guide plates. (Refer to page 36.)

- Check that the position of the upper thread is around the thread tension disk. (Refer to page 37.)

1 Upper thread guide plates 2 Thread tension disk

■ Thread tension changed suddenly

- Thread is caught on a rough edge of the spool of upper thread.

- Upper thread is caught under the spool of thread.

- The thread dust or lint is gathered under the bobbin's tension spring.

■ The frame came out from the carriage

Make sure that the positioning pins are placed into the frame's positioning slot and hole. (Refer to page 31.) It is a good idea to turn off the machine once to originate the carriage before you re-sew the pattern.

■ Cancel the current design and start again

Select the “New Embroidery” key on the upper left of the screen. The pattern and all information will be deleted. (Refer to page 49.)

When You Have a Question, This May Help You

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3 OTHER BASIC PROCEDURES

This chapter provides explanations on operations other than those described in chapter 2, such as sewing a pattern with seven or more colors, changing the needles and changing thread spools.

Resume the Operation Being Performed Before the Machine Was Turned OFF...... 62

Changing the Needle ...............................................................................................63

Replacing the needle / 63

Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames..................................................................65

Embroidery frame types and applications / 65

Attaching Iron-On Stabilizer (Backing) to Fabric .................................................... 66

Hooping the Fabric .................................................................................................67

Hooping the fabric in the extra-large and large embroidery frames / 67

Using the embroidery sheet / 68 Large/small pieces of fabric / 69

Embroidery Frame Position and Movement.............................................................70

Changing the Embroidering Position ....................................................................... 72

Adjusting the angle / 73

Embroidering a Pattern Containing Seven or More Colors ...................................... 75

Checking if thread spool changes are necessary / 75

Changing the Thread Spools with Designs of Seven or More Colors .......................77

Change thread spools message / 77 Easily changing the thread spools / 78

If the Thread Breaks or the Bobbin Thread Runs Out While Embroidering .............79

If the upper thread breaks / 79 If the bobbin thread breaks or runs out / 80

Embroidering From the Beginning or Middle of the Pattern .................................... 81

Resume Embroidering After Turning OFF the Machine ........................................... 83

Adjusting the Thread Tension..................................................................................85

Adjusting the tension of the bobbin thread / 85

Adjusting the tension of the upper thread / 86

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Resume the Operation Being Performed Before the Machine Was Turned OFF

The screen that appears after the machine is turned on and is touched differs depending on how the machine was previously turned off. If the machine was turned off while an operation was being performed, you can choose to continue the operation being performed before the machine was turned off.

Turn on the embroidery machine.

When the screen shown below appears after

the initial screen, touch .

X A message appears, asking if you wish to

continue the previous operation or begin a new one.

• If the machine was turned off while an operation was not being performed, the pattern type selection screen appears.

■ To continue the operation being performed before the machine was turned off

Touch .

X Depending on the screen that was displayed

before the machine was turned off, the pattern editing screen, the embroidering settings screen or the embroidering screen appears.

■ To select a pattern and start a new operation

Touch .

X The pattern type selection screen appears.

Memo

• If is not touched to confirm the

selection of the pattern in the pattern list screen, the operation cannot be continued.

• The screen that appears when an operation is continued differs depending on the screen that was displayed when the machine was turned off.

If the operation in the pattern editing screen is finished:

That pattern editing screen appears.

If the machine was turned off after a pattern is selected and while the pattern type selection screen or the pattern list screen is displayed:

The pattern editing screen for the selected pattern appears.

If the machine was turned off while the embroidering settings screen is displayed:

The embroidering settings screen for that pattern appears.

If the machine was turned off while embroidering:

The embroidering screen appears with the needle positioned at the stitch being sewn when the machine was turned off.

Changing the Needle

If the needle is bent or the tip of the needle is broken, replace the needle with a new one. Use the included allen screw driver to replace the needle with one that is designed specifically for this machine and that passes the test described in “Checking the needle” (on page 15).

• Do not apply extreme force when loosening

Replacing the needle

Turn off the embroidery machine.

CAUTION

or tightening the needle set screw, otherwise the machine may be damaged.

● Be sure to turn off the embroidery

machine before replacing the needle, otherwise injuries may result if the machine starts sewing.

Loosen the needle set screw and remove the

needle.

Hold the needle with your left hand, and then hold the allen screw driver in your right hand and turn the needle set screw counterclockwise.

Note

● Be sure to use the included allen screw driver to replace the needle, otherwise too much force may be applied to the needle, causing it to break.

With the flat side of the needle toward the

back of the machine, insert the needle all the way up until it touches the needle bar stopper.

Pass the needle through the hole in the presser foot, and then use the needle changing tool to lift up the needle.

1 Needle bar stopper 2 Needle 3 Flat side of needle 4 Needle changing tool

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As shown in the illustration, press 1 to extend the needle-mounting clamp 2. Attach the clamp to the needle, and then release the pressed area to clamp the needle. To unclamp the needle, press 1 again.

While holding the needle in place with your

left hand, tighten the needle set screw.

Use the allen screw driver to turn the needle set screw clockwise.

CAUTION

Be sure to insert the needle all the way

●

up until it touches the needle bar stopper and securely tighten the needle set screw with the allen screw driver, otherwise the needle may break or the machine may be damaged.

● If the needle is not fully inserted, the

hook of the automatic needle-threading mechanism will not pass through the eye of the needle during automatic needle threading, and the hook may bend or the needle cannot be threaded.

● If the hook of the automatic needle-

threading mechanism is bent or damaged, contact your authorized retailer.

Correctly Using the Embroidery Frames

The various types of embroidery frames and their uses are described below. In addition to the included embroidery frames, the optional cap frame can be used with this embroidery machine.

CAUTION

● Only use embroidery frames of the sizes indicated in the screen, otherwise the embroidery

frame may hit the presser foot, which may result in injuries.

Embroidery frame types and applications

Extra-large

embroidery frame

Embroidering area: 200 mm (H) × 300 mm (W) (7-7/8 inches (H) × 11-3/4 inches (W))

Use when embroidering connecting characters or patterns, combined patterns or large embroidery patterns.

(Refer to “Hooping the Fabric” on page 67.) (Refer to “Hooping the Fabric in the Embroidery

Cap frame

Embroidering area:

50 mm (H) × 130 mm (W)

(2 inches (H) × 5-1/8 inches (W))

Large embroidery frame

Embroidering area:

130 mm (H) × 180 mm (W)

(5-1/8 inches (H) × 7-1/8 inches (W))

Use when embroidering patterns with a size less than 130 mm (H) × 180 mm (W) (5-1/8 inches (H) × 7-1/8 inches (W))

(optional)

Medium embroidery

frame

Embroidering area:

100 mm (H) × 100 mm (W)

(4 inches (H) × 4 inches (W))

Use when embroidering standard-sized patterns.

Frame” on page 28.)

Small embroidery frame

Embroidering area: 40 mm (H) × 60 mm (W) (1-1/2 inches (H) × 2-3/8 inches (W))

Use when embroidering small-sized patterns, such as nametags.

Note

Use when embroidering caps. Baseball (golf) caps, tulip hats and bucket hats can be embroidered with this frame. This frame cannot be used with hats having a front area of 50 mm (2 inches) or less, such as sun visors and children’s hats. In addition, it cannot be used with hats that have a brim longer than 80 mm (3-1/8 inches). (For details on attaching this frame, refer to “Using the Optional Cap Frame” on page 171.)

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Attaching Iron-On Stabilizer (Backing) to Fabric

In order to prevent shrinkage of the stitching or misaligned patterns, we recommend that iron-on stabilizer (backing) be used for embroidering.

CAUTION

● When embroidering on thin or stretch fabrics, fabrics with a coarse weave or fabrics that

easily allow the stitching to shrink, be sure to use iron-on stabilizer (backing) for embroidering. If iron-on stabilizer (backing) is not used while embroidering, the needle may bend or break or the pattern may become misaligned.

Using a steam iron, affix the iron-on stabilizer

(backing) to the back of the fabric.

Note

● Use a piece of iron-on stabilizer (backing) that is larger than the embroidery frame. When framing the fabric in the embroidery frame, be sure that the stabilizer (backing) is clamped on all edges in order to prevent wrinkles in the fabric.

1 Adhesive side of iron-on stabilizer (backing) 2 Fabric (wrong side)

• When embroidering fabric that should not be ironed or when embroidering an area that is difficult to iron, hoop a layer of the iron-on stabilizer (backing) under the fabric in the embroidery frame without ironing it.

1 Area of embroidery frame 2 Iron-on stabilizer (backing)

Memo

● When embroidering thin fabrics, such as organza or lawn, use a water-soluble stabilizer (backing). Water-soluble stabilizers dissolve when washed, allowing you to create beautiful embroidery that is not stiff.

● When embroidering fabric with a nap, such as towels or corduroy, hoop a layer of ironon stabilizer (backing) under the fabric in the embroidery frame without ironing it.

● For other uses of stabilizer (backing), refer to “Stabilizers (Backing)” on page 167.

Hooping the Fabric

Hooping the fabric in the extra-large and large embroidery frames

Loosen the screw on the outer frame.

1 Screw

Place the fabric with right side up on top of

the outer frame.

lightly pull the fabric in the direction indicated by arrow D and insert corner D.

• Be sure that there are no wrinkles in the

fabric after it is stretched in the embroidery frame.

While stretching the fabric even more,

securely tighten the screw so that the fabric is taut.

• After stretching the fabric, lightly tapping it

should produce a drum-like sound.

• Firmly clamp together the inner and outer

frames so that their tops are even.

• The outer frame does not have a front or back side. Either side can be used as the front.

Press the inner frame into the outer frame.

First insert the inner frame at the corner with the screw A, next insert the nearby one corner B, and then insert the opposite corner C. Then insert the opposite corner of non screw corner D.

First, align the inner and outer frames at the corner with the screw A. Then, while lightly pulling the fabric in the direction indicated by arrow B so that the fabric is taut, insert the inner frame at corner B. In the same way, lightly pull the fabric in the direction indicated by arrow C and insert corner C, and then

1 Outer frame 2 Inner frame 3 Right side of fabric 4 Top of inner & outer frames are even

• Using the included disc-shaped screwdriver, firmly tighten the screw.

1 Disc-shaped screwdriver

Memo

● To correctly frame the fabric in the

embroidery frame, we recommend using a flat surface.

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Press the inner frame into the outer frame.

Using the embroidery sheet

Remove the embroidery sheet.

In order to hoop the fabric so that the pattern will be sewn in the correct position, use the guidelines on the embroidery sheet to accurately stretch the fabric in the frame.

With a fabric marker, mark the area of the

fabric you want to embroider.

Place the embroidery sheet on the inner

frame. Align the guidelines on the embroidery sheet with the marks that you drew on the fabric.

1 Guidelines 2 Inner frame

Gently stretch the fabric, so that there are no

folds or wrinkles.

Large/small pieces of fabric

This section provides information on embroidering fabric that is either much larger or much smaller than the embroidery frame.

■ Embroidering large pieces of fabric or heavy clothing

When embroidering large pieces of fabric or heavy pieces of clothing, use a clothespin or binder clip to fasten the excess fabric to the embroidery frame so that it does not hang down from the frame. Embroidering with excess fabric hanging down from the embroidery frame may prevent the frame from moving properly and may result in a misaligned pattern.

■ Embroidering the corner of fabric

When embroidering the corner of a piece of fabric, use spray fabric adhesive to attach the corner of the fabric to stabilizer (backing), and then hoop the stabilizer (backing) in the embroidery frame. With fabrics where you do not wish to use spray adhesive, baste the fabric to the stabilizer (backing).

• Use a clothespin or binder clip to fasten the excess fabric to the embroidery frame.

■ Embroidering small pieces of fabric

When embroidering pieces of fabric that are smaller than the embroidery frame, use spray fabric adhesive to attach the fabric to stabilizer (backing) hooped in the embroidery frame. With fabrics where you do not wish to use spray adhesive, baste the fabric to the stabilizer (backing).

1 2

1 Fabric 2 Stabilizer (backing)

■ Embroidering narrow pieces of fabric, such as ribbon

When embroidering narrow pieces of fabric, use spray fabric adhesive to attach the fabric to stabilizer (backing), and then hoop the stabilizer (backing) in the embroidery frame. With fabrics where you do not wish to use spray adhesive, clamp both ends of the fabric, together with the stabilizer (backing), in the embroidery frame.

1 Ribbon 2 Stabilizer (backing)

1 Fabric 2 Stabilizer (backing)

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Embroidery Frame Position and Movement

The following provides information concerning the embroidery frame when operating the embroidery machine.

■ Embroidery frames that cannot be used for embroidering

As explained on page 28, the embroidery frame indicators at the top of the screen show the embroidery frames that can be used to sew the currently selected pattern. Embroidery frames with an embroidering area smaller than the pattern cannot be used. In addition, the embroidery frame cannot be used if the embroidery is smaller than the embroidering area but is positioned so that it extends out of the embroidering area of the frame.

Embroidery frames with an embroidering area smaller than the pattern

■ Moving to the correct position

If the center of the embroidery frame is at the needle drop point in the embroidering area, the embroidery frame is correctly positioned, in other words, at the starting position before embroidering. If the embroidery frame is changed, the next frame that is installed will not be correctly positioned. For example, if the extra-large embroidery frame is replaced with the small frame, the following will occur.

Patterns that extend out of the embroidering area of the frame

In either of these cases, a message appears on the embroidery machine, warning that the embroidery frame must be changed.

The embroidery machine detects which embroidery frame is installed according to the position of the left arm of the embroidery frame holder. Therefore, the embroidery frame size is determined by the position of the left arm, even if the detected embroidery frame is not actually installed. In addition, if the embroidery frame holder is not installed, the embroidery machine determines that the cap frame (sold separately) is installed. A message indicating that the embroidery frame be replaced may appear even if no embroidery frame is installed.

1 Center of embroidery frame at the correct position 2 Needle position when the embroidery frame is

replaced

In order to correct the misalignment of this embroidery frame, the embroidery frame automatically moves to the correct position when any of the following are performed.

• The embroidery machine is turned on.

The embroidery frame will move.

• The embroidering settings screen is displayed.

The embroidery frame will not move if it is correctly positioned. If the pattern extends out of the embroidering area for the frame, a message appears, indicating that the embroidery frame should be replaced. Either replace the embroidery frame or return to the pattern editing screen and move the embroidering position.

• The embroidery frame is replaced while the

embroidering settings screen or embroidering screen is displayed, and then the key for checking the embroidering area, for moving the embroidery frame, or for starting embroidering is touched.

The embroidery frame will move. Since the embroidery frame is moved to the correct position and paused, touch the desired key again. If the pattern extends out of the embroidering area for the frame after the frame is moved, a message appears, indicating that the embroidery frame should be replaced. Either replace the embroidery frame or return to the pattern editing screen and adjust the pattern size or embroidering position.

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Changing the Embroidering Position

When the embroidery machine is purchased, it was adjusted so that the beginning of the stitching was from the center of the pattern. Therefore, move the frame and adjust the embroidering position so that the center of the pattern aligns with the needle drop point at the sewing position. In addition, the angle of the entire pattern can be adjusted if the fabric cannot be hooped evenly within the embroidery frame and the pattern is positioned at an angle on the fabric.

Touch , , , , , ,

and in the embroidering settings

screen.

Move the embroidery frame so that the needle drop point is at the center of the area where you wish to embroider.

X The embroidery frame moves in the

opposite direction of the arrow.

X The pattern in the pattern display area

moves in the same direction of the arrow.

• Touch to move the embroidery frame back to its original position (where the center of the embroidery frame is aligned with the needle drop point at the sewing position).

■ Finding the sewing position

By locking the needle bar (securing the needle and presser foot in the down position), the needle drop point can easily be seen.

As shown in the illustration, insert the allen

screwdriver into the square hole in the needle clamp to slowly lower the needle bar down till needle bar stops then clicks into the lock position.

Note

● Make sure that the needle is not lowered

beyond the positioning click into the fabric.

1 Shows the vertical distance moved 2 Shows the horizontal distance moved

X The needle and presser foot are locked in

the down position.

Touch the arrow keys in the embroidery

settings screen to move the embroidery frame so that the needle drop point is at the center of the area where you wish to embroider.

• When specifying the starting of stitching, align the needle drop point with the point specified as the starting of stitching. (For details on specifying the starting/ending of stitching, refer to page 89.)

■ Unlocking the needle bar

Display the embroidering screen, and then

touch the key for any needle bar other than the one that is locked.

Adjusting the angle

Depending on the type of fabric being embroidered, it may not be possible to stretch the fabric in the embroidery frame at the desired angle. In this case, adjust the angle of the pattern so that it is correctly positioned on the fabric.

Touch .

The screen shown below appears.

X The needle bar is unlocked.

Example: Original angle

1 Rotates 90 degrees to the left

2 Rotates 10 degrees to the left

3 Rotates 1 degree to the left

4 Rotates 90 degrees to the right

5 Rotates 10 degrees to the right

6 Rotates 1 degree to the right

7 Touch this key to return the pattern to its original

angle.

8 Moves the pattern in the direction of the arrow on

the key.

9 Enables the embroidering area to be

checked

0 Touch this key to close this screen.

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Touch the keys to adjust the pattern to the

desired angle.

Each touch of a key rotates the pattern.

Memo

● With this operation, fine adjustments can be made to the angle; also, this operation is particularly useful when embroidering items, such as bags and tubular items, that have limitations to being hooped in the embroidery frame. Example: When embroidering a pillowcase Rotate the pattern 90 degrees to the left before embroidering.

1 Shows the angle of the pattern after a key is

touched to change it

• To return the pattern to its original angle

(0 degrees), touch so that it changes

to .

If necessary, touch the arrow keys to adjust

the position of the pattern.

For more details, refer to page 72.

If necessary, touch to check the

embroidering area.

For more details, refer to page 32.

After making the desired changes, touch

The embroidering settings screen appears again.

Memo

● If is touched to return to the pattern

Example: When embroidering a T-shirt Rotate the pattern 180 degrees. Pass the machine bed through from the waist of the Tshirt, not from the neck, and attach the embroidery frame to the machine. Prevent the neck to be stretched when the

embroidery frame is moved. editing screen after the entire pattern is rotated, the pattern appears as it did before the rotation angle was specified, but the setting is not cancelled. When the embroidering settings screen is displayed again, the pattern appears with the rotation angle applied. However, if an error occurs, for example, if the pattern is enlarged in the pattern editing screen so that it extends out of the embroidering area when it is rotated, the following error message appears.

1 Touch to return to the pattern editing

screen so that the pattern can be re-edited.

Embroidering a Pattern Containing Seven or More Colors

When embroidering a pattern that uses seven or more thread colors, it is necessary to change the thread spools. When changing the thread spools, instruction to change the thread spools will appear with the machine automatically stopping.

■ Assignment of thread colors to needle bars

Thread colors are automatically assigned by the machine to needle bars 1 to 6, starting with the thread colors that are sewn first. (However, if a new pattern has thread colors that are the same as the previously sewn pattern, the thread colors will be assigned to the same needle bar as before, regardless of the sewing order.) For example, for a pattern with six thread colors and ten thread color changes, the thread colors are assigned as shown below.

1 → Needle bar 1 2 → Needle bar 2 3 → Needle bar 3 4 → Needle bar 4 5 → Needle bar 5 1 2 6 → Needle bar 6 5 6

Since the thread colors on needle bars 2 and 3 will be used again after the thread spools are changed, they will not be replaced. However, different colors are assigned to the other needle bars.

Checking if thread spool changes are necessary

When selecting a pattern, the number of thread changes can be viewed, however, which thread colors are used in the pattern cannot be checked on this screen. Whether or not and when thread spools will need to be changed can be checked with the following indicators.

■ Time until the spools must be changed

This indicator shows the amount of time until the next spool change. When the embroidering screen is displayed, if a length of time appears here, at least one spool change will be required.

For a pattern with seven or more thread colors, the thread spool information is updated when the seventh thread color is needed. Afterward, the machine adjusts the assignment of thread colors to reduce the number of times that the thread spools will have to be changed. For example, for a pattern with ten thread colors and thirteen thread color changes, the thread colors are assigned as shown below.

1 → Needle bar 1 2 → Needle bar 2 3 → Needle bar 3 4 → Needle bar 4 5 → Needle bar 5 6 → Needle bar 6 5 Change thread spools here. 7 → Needle bar 1 3 8 → Needle bar 4 9 → Needle bar 5 10 → Needle bar 6 2

1 Time until the spools must be changed

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■ Spool change indicator ( )

The spool change indicator in the stitch navigating screen indicates the number of times that the thread spools will need to be changed and the amount of time between changes.

Touch in the embroidering screen.

X The stitch navigating screen appears.

Touch .

Check the position of .

1 indicates when the thread spools will

need to be changed. The thread spools will need

to be changed the number of times that this

indicator is displayed and between the two

thread colors at the point where it is displayed.

2 Touch to scroll up through thread color

sequence display. Each time this key is touched,

the previous color in the thread color sequence

display is selected. After reaching the first color in

the thread color sequence display, the scrolling

stops.

X Each time this key is touched, the next color

in the thread color sequence display is selected. After reaching the last color in the thread color sequence display, the scrolling stops.

After checking the desired information, touch

or to return to the first color.

And then touch .

X The embroidering screen appears again.

Changing the Thread Spools with Designs of Seven or More Colors

This section contains details on understanding the change thread spools message and on easily changing the thread spools.

Change thread spools message

When it is necessary to replace the thread spool while embroidering a pattern that contains seven or more colors, the machine automatically stops sewing and the message shown below appears. This message also appears when it is necessary to change the thread spools before beginning to embroider a new pattern. Change the thread spools according to their new assignments.

1 The needle bars where the thread spools must be

changed appear in color.

2 The needle bars where it is not necessary to

change the thread spools appear in gray.

3 Touch this key to close the message indicating

that the thread spool be changed.

Memo

● To use a different thread color than the one that was specified, use temporary needle bar setting key, and then change the thread color setting. (For details, refer to “Temporary Needle Bar Setting” on page 94.)

● To minimize changing the thread spools, frequently used thread colors can be specifically assigned to certain needle bars. (For details, refer to “Reserved Needle Bar Settings” on page 96.)

Note

● When the embroidering screen is displayed, the current thread color assignment is stored. If the same thread color is used the next time that the thread spools must be changed, the needle bar will be assigned the same thread color as before.

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Pull out the old thread just after the needle

Easily changing the thread

bar thread guide.

spools

When replacing the thread spools, it is necessary to re-thread the upper thread. However, the thread spools can easily be changed when replacing a thread spool whose thread is correctly threaded through the machine.

Cut the thread between the thread spool and

the thread guide.

Continue pulling the thread until the knot is above the needle. Cut the knot.

Change the thread spool.

Tie the end of the thread on the new spool

with the end of the thread remaining from the previous color.

Use the automatic needle-threading

mechanism to thread the needle with the new thread. (Refer to page 39)

X This completes the changing of the thread

spool.

Note

● When pulling out the thread, do not pull the knot through the eye of the needle. If the knot is pulled through the eye of the needle, the needle may be damaged.

If the Thread Breaks or the Bobbin Thread Runs Out While Embroidering

If the thread breaks or the bobbin thread runs out while embroidering, the machine will automatically stop. Since some stitches may be sewn with only one thread, go back through the stitching to a point where stitches have already been sewn before continuing embroidering.

The embroidery frame moves. Go back to the

Note

● Be careful when going back or forward through the stitching since the embroidery frame moves at the same time.

If the upper thread breaks

point where stitches have already been sewn.

Re-thread the upper thread. (Refer to

page 35.)

Touch .

X The stitch navigating screen appears.

Touch and to go back through

the stitching to a point where stitches have

already been sewn.

If the needle bar is moved back too far

through the stitching, touch

to go forward through the stitching.

1 Each touch of this key moves one stitch forward

through the stitching.

2 Each touch of this key moves ten stitches forward

through the stitching.

Touch .

1 Each touch of this key moves one stitch back

through the stitching.

2 Each touch of this key moves ten stitches back

through the stitching.

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X The embroidering screen appears again.

Touch , and then press the start/stop

button to continue embroidering.

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■ If the bobbin thread ran out, replace the bobbin

If the bobbin thread breaks or runs out

Touch , and then press the thread

trimming button.

at this point in the procedure.

Replace the bobbin with a bobbin wound with

bobbin thread. (Refer to page 18.)

• If the hook cover can be opened, replace the bobbin without removing the embroidery

X The upper thread is trimmed.

• If the bobbin thread breaks or runs out, also trim the upper thread.

Remove the stitches sewn only with the upper

thread.

Pull the trim end of the upper thread.

frame from the machine.

• If the machine bed is hidden, for example, with a bag-shaped piece of fabric, or if the hook cover cannot be opened, temporarily remove the embroidery frame. (Refer to page 46.) After replacing the bobbin, reattach the embroidery frame. (Refer to page 30.)

• If the stitches cannot be cleanly removed, trim the thread with scissors.

Note

If the embroidery frame is removed before embroidering of the pattern is finished, be careful of the following, otherwise the pattern may become misaligned.

● Do not apply extreme pressure to the framed fabric and cause it to become loose.

● When removing and re-attaching the embroidery frame, do not allow the frame to hit the carriage or the presser foot. If the carriage is hit and moves, turn the machine off, then on again. The correct frame position at the time that the machine was stopped is stored in the machine’s memory, and the embroidery frame is returned to the correct position.

● When the embroidery frame is re-attached, make sure that the pins on the left and right arms of the embroidery frame holder securely fit into the holes in the handles on the embroidery frame.

Go back through the stitching in the same way

as that described in step thread breaks” on page 79, and then continue embroidering.

2 of “If the upper

Embroidering From the Beginning or Middle of the Pattern

If you wish to restart embroidering from the beginning, for example, if trial embroidery was sewn and an incorrect thread tension was used or if the wrong thread color was used, restart the embroidering using the forward/backward stitch key. In addition, you can go forward or back through the stitching by thread color or by stitch to start stitching at any position of the pattern.

■ To start sewing from the beginning

Note

● Be careful when going back or forward through the stitching since the embroidery frame moves at the same time.

Press the start/stop button to stop the

machine.

Touch .

1 Touch this key to return to the beginning of the

first color.

X The embroidery frame moves to the starting

position.

• If necessary, change the fabric framed in the

embroidery frame or trim and remove the sewn stitches.

Touch .

X The stitch navigating screen appears.

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■ To select the stitch from where embroidering is to begin

Touch and to select a color in

the thread color sequence, and then touch

, , , , and

to select the stitch.

1 Touch this key once to return to the beginning of

the stitching for the color being sewn. Afterward, each touch of this key returns to the beginning of sewing for the previous thread color.

2 Each touch of this key advances to the beginning

of sewing the next thread color.

3 Each touch of this key moves one stitch back

through the stitching.

4 Each touch of this key moves ten stitches back

through the stitching.

5 Each touch of this key moves one hundred

stitches back through the stitching.

6 Each touch of this key moves one stitch forward

through the stitching.

7 Each touch of this key moves ten stitches forward

through the stitching.

8 Each touch of this key moves one hundred

stitches forward through the stitching.

9 The thread color at the top of the thread color

sequence display is the color of the area currently selected.

0 Touch this key to close this screen.

X The needle bar case moves and the current

needle bar moves to the sewing position, and then the embroidery frame moves and current needle position is indicated.

After selecting the stitch from where

embroidering is to begin, touch .

X The embroidering screen appears again.

Touch , and then press the start/stop

button to begin embroidering.

X Embroidering begins from the specified

point.

Resume Embroidering After Turning OFF the Machine

In either of the following cases, the remaining stitches of the embroidery are stored in the machine’s memory.

• If the machine's power switch is pressed to turn off after stopping embroidering.

Cut the thread before the machine's main power switch is turned off, otherwise the thread may be pulled or may catch when the carriage returns to its initial position after the machine is turned on again.

• If the machine was accidentally turned off, for example, due to a power outage, while it was embroidering.

The remainder of the embroidery can be sewn when the machine is turned on again; however, some of the stitches that were already sewn may be sewn again.

Set the main power switch to “I” to turn on

Note

● Be careful when going back or forward through the stitching since the embroidery frame moves at the same time.

the machine.

When the screen shown below appears after

the initial screen, touch .

X A message appears, asking if you wish to

continue embroidering or start a new operation.

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